Northern Cafe
$ • Chinese, Noodles, Hot Pot
Hours:
4175 Campus Dr, Irvine
(949) 418-7309
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Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9:30PM |
Northern Cafe is a popular restaurant known for its authentic and delicious Chinese food. It offers reasonable prices and large portions, with a variety of dishes including Liangpi and the spicy beef hot pot, all served hot and fresh. Customers often enjoy favorites like the beef roll, cucumber salad with chilly sauce, and mala premium beef soup. The restaurant has a casual, family-style atmosphere near UCI, where diners order at the register and receive quick service, even during busy times. The portions are generous, with the wonton featuring a really meaty filling and savory soup base. Juicy shrimp wontons and spicy wontons are highly recommended. The place gets busy at lunch, and some dishes like stir fry rice cake are average, but the outstanding beef ribs, crispy on the outside and tender inside, stand out. The atmosphere is lovely and sophisticated, making it a great spot to return to. Overall, Northern Cafe provides consistent, flavorful food with quick service and large portions.