Northern Cafe – Irvine

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Industrial Style Restaurant Area presents a spacious interior at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Themed Restaurant Dining Area shows an interior with wooden tables at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

About This Awesome Chinese Restaurant

Welcome to Northern Cafe – Irvine! It is a Northern Chinese restaurant located at 4175 Campus Dr, Irvine, CA 92612.
We bring the heart of Northern Chinese cuisine to the community, crafting each dish with quality ingredients and traditional techniques for bold, authentic flavors.
Our specialties include handmade dumplings, freshly pulled noodles, stir-fry dishes, fried rice, savory pancakes, and comforting soups.
Whether you’re dining in or taking out, Northern Cafe on Campus Drive is your go-to spot for satisfying Northern Chinese comfort food in Irvine.

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Freshly Baked Xiao Long Bao at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

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Seafood Hot Pot features a pot filled with assorted seafood at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Dumpling Making Workshop shows people rolling dough at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Xiao Long Bao features a bamboo steamer filled at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Handmade Dumplings shows four neatly arranged dumplings on a floured wooden board

Spicy Beef Noodle Soup presents tender beef slices at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Pickled Vegetable Beef Noodle Soup shows tender beef slices at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Braised Beef Noodle Soup features tender braised beef slices at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Clear Soup Beef Noodle features slices of braised beef at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Seafood Noodle Soup presents a variety of seafood at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Sour Soup Beef Noodle shows thinly sliced beef at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Scallion Pancake shows golden - brown scallion pancakes stacked at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Spring Rolls features two golden - brown fried spring rolls placed at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Vegetable Meat Wrap features crispy wraps filled at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Pan Fried Dumplings presents golden - brown pan at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Kung Pao Chicken features tender chicken cubes stir at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Spicy Chicken Cubes shows crispy chicken cubes stir - fried at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Sweet and Sour Chicken features crispy chicken cubes coated at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Crispy Fried Chicken Wings presents golden - brown at Northern Cafe, a Chinese restaurant in Irvine

Reviews from Google

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“I normally order this place on so I wanted to try the in person experience. It was great! You order at the counter then sit to get your hot food. It’s a few notches better than ordering online. The food is sooo good and beers are cheap. The staff at the counter was really appreciative for their tip. I would eat in person again for sure!”

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“The ambiance of this location is very warm and welcoming. The staff is always kind and efficient. If it’s your first time here, make sure to scan the QR code on the table and place your order from your phone. They have several dishes that are must trys. I recommend the Kung Pao Chicken or the Beef Soup. The Chinese scallion pancakes are also a good starter.”

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“One of the best Chinese food places around the uci campus, these shopping plaza is filled with great food but this spot is fast and convenient. Food quality is great and price is extremely affordable even to student. Been eating too much American fast food so this spot is great to change it up. The service is self serve once u finished ordering. Loved the place is spacious and vibe is great. You can either dine in or order to go.”

Phone

949-418-7309

Business Hours

Mon - Sun: 11 AM - 9:30 PM

Address and Location

4175 Campus Dr, Irvine, CA 92612