Northern Cafe Westpark

Chinese Restaurants in Irvine, California

4.2 (113)

CategoryChinese Restaurants · Asian restaurant, Lunch restaurant
Address3831 B Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606
AreaIrvine, California
Phone(949) 502-7111
Google rating 4.2 (113)

Hours

Monday11 am–2:30 pm
Tuesday11 am–2:30 pm
Wednesday11 am–2:30 pm
Thursday11 am–2:30 pm
Friday11 am–11 pm
Saturday11 am–11 pm
Sunday11 am–11 pm

About Northern Cafe Westpark

Northern Cafe Westpark offers authentic Northern Chinese cuisine in Irvine, California. We specialize in handmade dumplings, freshly pulled noodles, and traditional charcoal-grilled skewers. Our menu includes classic stir fry dishes, fried rice, savory pancakes, and hot soups.

Every dish is prepared with care, using quality ingredients to bring out bold, satisfying flavors. Whether you’re dining in or ordering takeout, Northern Cafe Westpark is your go-to spot for real Chinese comfort food, available late into the night.

Northern Cafe Westpark is one of the chinese restaurants listed in Irvine, California. The business is registered at 3831 B Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as asian restaurant, lunch restaurant, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

In cities with a Chinatown, weekend mornings bring dim sum carts or order sheets, and lines form early at the most popular spots in Irvine; walk-ins are standard and reservations are uncommon outside large banquet restaurants. Regional labels matter: Cantonese, Sichuan, Hunan, Shanghainese and Taiwanese kitchens cook very differently, so a restaurant's stated region is a better guide to the food than the word "Chinese" alone. Some smaller restaurants in California are BYOB with no corkage fee; call ahead to confirm. A tip of 15-20% is customary for table service but not expected at counter-order takeout. Spice level, MSG and allergen questions are normal to ask before ordering, and most kitchens are happy to leave an ingredient out or tone down the heat if you mention it when ordering rather than after the food arrives.

The business lists hours on 7 days of the week. Typical hours are 11 am–2:30 pm. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. You can reach Northern Cafe Westpark at (949) 502-7111; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, northerncafewestpark.com.

Its Google rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 113 reviews, a solid but mixed picture; reading the most recent reviews will tell you what to expect.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Aristle Lai a month ago

This place is amazing! Always awesome service and the food is always 10/10! My new fav spot! Just moved to the area and ive have been here a few times about 5 so far and every time it is perfect! Give this place a try you will not be disappointed! Portion sizes are huge and everything tastes sooo yummy!

Elena Wang 2 months ago

Cannot skip the big plate chicken and scallion beef at Northern Cafe Irvine! Portions are incredibly generous with spot-on traditional tastes. The servings are so substantial that a full spread will fill you up completely. It’s such a no-nonsense local eatery serving hearty, flavorful northern Chinese comfort food that always hits after a busy day.

Angel DuDu 3 months ago

Northern Cafe now offers skewers during dinner. We arrived around 7pm and it’s packed! Restaurant is known for their carb dishes like xiao long bao, dumplings 🥟 soup noodles, fried rice and Chinese pancakes. Cold dishes are only $14.99 for combination of 3. Portions are huge! No wonder everyday is getting them. Spicy cold chicken 🍗 uses dark meat and is tender and flavorful. We came here to try their skewers: Lamb is the best! Also got chicken cartilage, scallops, Cali flowers, corns 🌽 and fish tofu Beijing style pancakes has beef filling inside the crispy skin Pork ribs with string beans 🫛 in hotpot is highly recommended They hire a lot of staff! Service is great!

Amber Oguz 4 months ago

Had dinner here with my husband and we were both really enjoyed. The restaurant had a nice atmosphere clean, comfortable, and a good spot for a casual dinner. We ordered several dishes including dumplings, orange chicken, a chicken dish, eggplant, and dessert, and honestly everything was good. The eggplant dish was especially memorable. Portions were satisfying and the food came out fresh and flavorful. We usually try different places, but this is definitely one we’d come back to again.

Sa Sa su 4 months ago

Tried this spot recently and came away with mixed feelings. They have a solid variety on the menu—individual hot pot, skewers, dumplings, and a selection of cold side dishes—so it’s easy to find something you’ll like. One downside is that they don’t offer their regular spicy hot pot on Mondays, which was a bit disappointing. The small hot pot itself wasn’t my favorite. The spice level was there, but the flavor felt slightly off—more of a sharp, almost artificial heat rather than a rich, natural chili taste. The skewers, however, were pretty good and definitely worth ordering. The cold side dishes are self-serve at the front, which is convenient, but quality can be hit or miss. I tried the spicy cold chicken, bean curd strips, and beef tendon—some were solid, others just okay. The standout dish for me was the spicy fried chicken—super flavorful and easily the best thing we ordered. Overall, it’s not a bad spot, especially if you know what to get.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Northern Cafe Westpark located?

Northern Cafe Westpark is at 3831 B Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606, in Irvine, California. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Northern Cafe Westpark?

Northern Cafe Westpark is listed as a chinese restaurant and is also tagged on Google as asian restaurant, lunch restaurant.

What are the hours of Northern Cafe Westpark?

Published hours are Monday: 11 am–2:30 pm; Tuesday: 11 am–2:30 pm; Wednesday: 11 am–2:30 pm; Thursday: 11 am–2:30 pm; Friday: 11 am–11 pm; Saturday: 11 am–11 pm; Sunday: 11 am–11 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Northern Cafe Westpark open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 11 am–11 pm.

What is the phone number of Northern Cafe Westpark?

You can call Northern Cafe Westpark at (949) 502-7111.

How is Northern Cafe Westpark rated on Google?

Northern Cafe Westpark has a Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 113 reviews.

Does Northern Cafe Westpark have a website?

Yes, the website of Northern Cafe Westpark is northerncafewestpark.com (linked on this page).

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