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North Italia – Irvine, Irvine, CA

North Italia – Irvine

4.6
4.6
5561 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
2957 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 161 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Moldovan
  • Private party facilities
    The inviting ambience at North Italia Irvine is the perfect setting for celebrating with family and friends!
  • Private party contact
    Jana Schwimmer: (949) 398-4893
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighbourhood
    Irvine
  • Cross Street
    Michelson & Jamboree
  • Parking details
    We have a valet dedicated to North.We also a public parking garage behind LA Fitness that is validated for 2 hours.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 5,561 people are saying

North Italia – Irvine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Most Booked

  • South Orange County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
North Italia in Irvine offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service and food." Known for its "amazing food," the restaurant is a favorite for its fresh, flavorful dishes and "friendly staff." The open-air bar and lively ambiance add to the appeal. However, noise levels can be high, and service may occasionally vary.
5,561 Reviews
  1. raxa

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent place , the noise level was too high for a social conversation with friends

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  2. mike VIP

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal at North. Been there several times and it has been consistently excellent.

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  3. Michelle VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always amazing and service was great. Had the breakfast carbonara and it was incredible!

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  4. Julia

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our experience. My ate outside which was nice. My only issue is people bringing dogs. Of course I would have no issues if they were service animals like seeing-eye dogs, but I don’t want to look at or see pets while I am eating. The service was pretty good.

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  5. Mike

    Orange County16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Met friends here for lunch. Excellent service and food. Noise level is quite high making it difficult at times to have a conversation. Overall, though, North never disappoints.

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  6. Denise

    Salt Lake City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Excellent food. No wait. Love this restaurant

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  7. Rick VIP

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy this place. Love the open air bar. Did not enjoy the costa brava pizza, thought it was pasta. Recommend for a tasty casual experience.

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  8. Judy VIP

    Orange County80 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    North Italia is one of our favorite restaurants. The food is outstanding and the service excellent.

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  9. Christine

    Las Vegas8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    So impressed with the gluten-free pasta here — absolutely delicious! It’s always a win finding a spot with great gluten-free options, and this place nailed it.

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  10. anthony

    Orange County22 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The portion sizes were small for the price, and the food quality was average. The entrees were served warm rather than hot. The seating area was uncomfortable, with tables and booths placed very close to one another. It is advisable to request a table instead of a booth. The restroom area was problematic, with a constant line. Based on my experience, I do not recommend this restaurant for good Italian food. However, our server Sarah provided excellent service.

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FAQs

North Italia – Irvine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 629-7060.

North Italia – Irvine is rated 4.6 stars by 5561 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 161 times today
Google Map for North Italia – Irvine

2957 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Michelson & Jamboree
  • Neighbourhood
    Irvine
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We have a valet dedicated to North.We also a public parking garage behind LA Fitness that is validated for 2 hours.
  • Executive Chef
    David Moldovan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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