LA Area / Irvine | Why Does This Chain Have EVERYTHING? 🤔

Northern Cafe is a lifesaver in areas with limited Chinese food, making it our go-to for delivery. But the Irvine location is a true gem—because their menu is HUGE! 😍 【Cold Appetizer Combo (Meat & Veggie)】 I always appreciate restaurants that offer cold dishes! Used to think Yunnan Restaurant’s were the best, but this place changed my mind. 😋 Their cold station is clean and offers so many choices! I picked shredded tofu, potato strips, and cucumber, paired with pig ears, pork belly, and beef—so delicious! Definitely order this combo next time! 【Grilled Skewers】 They even have skewers! 🍢 The fatty-lean pork skewers are fantastic—tastes just like back home, reminding me of my favorite grilled spots in Shanghai. Chicken cartilage, quail eggs, and sausages are also solid choices! 【Beef Noodle Soup】 A must-order for the kids! 🍜 Generous beef portions and a flavorful broth—this bowl can easily feed two. 【Red Oil Wontons】 Plump and perfectly seasoned—my favorite red oil wontons lately! 🌶️ 【Big Plate Chicken】 The portion is INSANE—enough to feed four easily! 🐔 Tender, juicy chicken with moderate spice (even kid-friendly), and the noodles soak up the sauce beautifully. Once again, jealous of Irvine folks! How does your Northern Cafe have so many options? And the prices are super reasonable! 🥡 Northern Cafe Westpark 3831 B Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606 #LocalEats #LALife #FoodDiary #LosAngeles #Irvine #IrvineLife #IrvineFood