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    Northern Cafe

    4.1 (1k reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Noodles, Soup
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Chives, pork and shrimp dumplings
    Daniela C.

    I finally tried this place out after seeing so many TikTok videos about it! As soon as we stepped inside the service was amazing. This amazing service followed throughout our entire dinner. We were always asked if we were doing ok or need anything. The food was amazing and felt like homemade food, which I always appreciate from any restaurant! Everything had lots of flavor and tasted fresh. I would definitely return to reorder everything plus more. 10/10 would recommended. At the end of our dinner, the waitress let us know about their new rewards program which we appreciated. We will definitely return!

    beef roll
    Hayley C.

    I really like Northern Cafe for their beef rolls!! Compared to other restaurants, they ALWAYS pack the roll with beef. Many other places just put 90% cilantro and 10% beef which is ridiculous lol. The roll is always tasty and they give you sauce on the side. I can't speak for the restaurant experience itself because each time I have just ordered to-go, but the times I've walked in it seemed kind of dead, maybe it was just the times I've went. It looked pretty nice inside though, at least this location did. Maybe I'll sit down at Northern Cafe soon and try it out.

    Spicy Pork Wonton Dumplings- V good !
    Sushil P.

    Always wanted to try Northern Cafe but didn't get chance earlier. Recently, a friend in my pickleball group recommended this place so I stopped by for a quick lunch. Service was quick and efficient - I didn't have to wait in spite of dropping in during a busy lunch hour. Started off with Spicy Pork Wonton Dumplings which were very good. Also ordered Kung Pao Shrimp & steamed rice on our server's recommendation and it was awesome. Portions were too much for 1 person but good enough for 2 to share. This was a really good one for a quick lunch and I bet I will be back here a lot many times in future !

    Inside the store
    Lauren S.

    The last time I came here was a few months ago, as this is the closest authentic Chinese food near me. Came here on a Saturday lately and was surprised in a bad way. We ordered my usual braised beef noodle soup , but the soup base has got weaker and bland and there was much less beef cubes. The Dandan noodle was okay, although more peanuts than ground pork. The onion pancake is still tasty. It seems like to be under new chef and old staff? I'll probably not going back.

    Beef roll
    Crystal D.

    This place was on point with all their food. My favorites were the beef roll and pan fried dumplings. That beef roll is so tasty and who can resist the crispness of those dumplings. The fried rice was also very good and not greasy at all. And of course the dumplings were soft and flavorful. The restaurant itself is a good size and perfect for small or bigger parties. It's simple but clean, modern, and open. The service was efficient and it was easy to get someone's attention. I highly recommend trying this place. It's definitely going to be on my dumpling rotation.

    Dumplings
    Sophie D.

    Good for groups , excellent food and service! We went at 11am on a Wednesday and there was no wait. Our server was fantastic and super personable. Everything was good, but the beef roll, green beans, jasmine tea and sesame balls (in that order!) were my absolute favorite. Parking: shares a lot with lots of other great eateries nearby, so can get very busy during peak hours Ambiance: casual Value: great quality for the price. Friend says sue prefers it over din tai fung!!!

    Soup dumplings.
    Tina P.

    Food is always good. My brother ordered quite a few dishes. The chicken was delicious as well as the other dishes. Service was great. It can get really crowded from what it appears on Sundays. We go to the Rowland Heights location as we live closer to that location, this seems to have different varieties here. Great place!

    Cold cucumber
    Bry N.

    Yoooooooooooooooo! Whenever I'm not in the mood to deal with the ridiculous waitlist and long lines at Din Tai Fung, this is my go-to spot. It's closer to home, way more affordable, and honestly tastes very similar to what you'd get at DTF anyway--without the headache. Our order is pretty much locked in every time: juicy pork dumplings (Xiao Long Bao), cold cucumber, spicy wontons, dry-fried string beans, and the house special spicy beef noodle soup. The Xiao Long Bao doesn't always have as much soup inside compared to Din Tai Fung, but that happens at a lot of places. They make up for it by serving the dumplings with ginger and sauce on the side--add it to your spoon before biting in and it still hits the spot. The cold cucumber is super refreshing and I feel like they give you a more generous portion here. Spicy wontons are also very comparable--nice kick, great flavor, and always satisfying. As for the spicy beef noodle soup, pro tip: add tendon. I always ask for extra tendon and don't mind paying the difference since it's my favorite--loaded with collagen and makes the soup even richer. Prices are very fair for the quality and portions (hopefully they don't raise them ). Service is consistently friendly, the ambiance is chill and very family-friendly, and overall it's just a reliable spot that never disappoints. Definitely a place I'll keep coming back to again and again.

    Spicy wonton.
    Lorna K.

    This location is better than the one in Gardena what I didn't know some of these locations are corporate owned, and others are franchise. Apparently, this one in Cerritos along with the one in Eldon, though and downtown Los Angeles are all corporate owned, which means the consistency of the food will be the same. The ones that are owned by franchise they have their own twist to them and they could be some differences in the quality and the size and the service. I highly recommend this location. The ambience is terrific. Lots of seating lots of parking.

    Table spread
    AJ M.

    Came here with my mother. Place was absolutely jam packed and we got the last table. It was like mid week 5pm and jumpin in there. I've been to the 2nd street location in Long Beach a bit and it's definitely more spacious at that location, but the food was very consistent across both locations. Table was pretty small but I did kind of over order so my mom could try everything. Service was very attentive. Food came out at slightly inconsistent times, but they had their hands full. Quality of food ingredients was also good. Would love to return to either location, Northern Cafe has it down. I didn't get my servers name but she had short hair and was moving like a pro.

    Spicy shrimp wontons
    Katelyn S.

    Was craving dumplings and noodles and wanted something quick so decided to check this place out for dinner. As soon as we entered the restaurant, my husband and I were seated right away. We ended up ordering pan fried potstickers, spicy shrimp wontons, and dan dan noodles. The pan fried potstickers took about 20 minutes but we got our other dishes to chow down on first. Everything was tasty and superb. Would definitely recommend and comeback!

    Menu
    Pamela R.

    Pretty solid chinese spot in a busy Cerritos plaza (right next to Gen KBBQ), so parking can be tough on a weekend. Ordered their beef roll, diced chicken with chili, and shrimp chow mein. The chicken was nice and crispy, and the spice definitely gave it tons of flavor. The beef roll had a nice flavor and the pastry itself was flaky. The shrimp chow mein had a thicker sauce which elevated it from other chow meins. Service was also nice and friendly.

    Dry-Fried String Bean
    Tyler M.

    Place: Northern Cafe Visit date: October, 2025 Rating: 5/5 What We Ordered: * Dry-Fried String Bean $13.50 -- Well cooked and bursting with flavor, these had a great snappy texture that made them really enjoyable. * Shrimp Fried Rice $12.99 -- A solid, well-executed classic. The rice was cooked nicely and not overly oily, though the flavors were on the lighter side. * Orange Chicken $14.99 -- Possibly my wife's new favorite! The chicken was crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a sauce that leaned slightly more sweet than savory. Not spicy at all, just well balanced and delicious. The Experience: We stopped by for lunch on a Sunday, and as expected, parking in the plaza was a bit of a nightmare. Despite the crowd, we were greeted and seated immediately. The restaurant was clean, and while the seating is a bit close together, it didn't feel overly cramped or uncomfortable. Their menu is surprisingly extensive, so we took a few minutes to look it over before ordering. To our surprise, our food arrived in under 10 minutes! The staff were friendly, attentive, and impressively quick--definitely made for a smooth and enjoyable dining experience. Highs: * Very quick service * Quality cooking, great flavors * Large portions Lows: * Parking (Not their fault) * Somewhat tight seating Final Thoughts: This place came highly recommended by friends, and now I completely understand why. The food was flavorful, the service impressively fast, and the portions more than generous. Even though it was just the two of us, the menu and portion sizes make it perfect for family-style dining or sharing dishes with a group. We'll definitely be coming back soon to explore more of their extensive menu--there's clearly a lot more to enjoy here.

    Wonton in spicy sauce. Sauce on side (thought it would be spicy) not at all. Wonton is very good.

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    Ask the Community - Northern Cafe

    Do they have shrimp fried rice?

    Yes

    Can I make a reservation? Is it necessary on a Saturday night?

    No, you cannot make reservations. If there is a wait when you get there you can just give them your name and they'll call you when there's an available table. The night we went there was no wait so we were seated immediately.

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