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North Italia – Irvine, Irvine, CA

North Italia – Irvine

4.6 (5595)
$30 and under
Italian
2957 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 179 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
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 and Sun 11am - 4pm Lunch Mon- Fri 11am - 4pm Dinner Sun - Thurs 4pm - 10pm Fri & Sat 4pm - 11pm
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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

Private dining

What 5,595 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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 vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the fresh, flavorful Italian dishes, including standout pizzas and pastas. The atmosphere is lively, making it a popular choice for celebrations. While noise levels can be high, the friendly staff and delicious offerings ensure memorable visits.

5,595 Reviews
  1. Sara

    Orange County4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service for our table was terrible. But the food was great! I did see service at other tables with other servers and our server as well that was good. So perhaps it was an off night for our server. We felt they just forgot about us. Several tables sat after us and around us received food 30-45 minutes before us. We ordered pizza and salads. I would go back as it seemed generally the service is acceptable, and the food very tasty! Also like the wine selection.

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  2. Cindy

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were outside. Our server was great. The only thing that was lousy was the bread and olive oil. It was over toasted and hard.

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  3. Dominique VIP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food quality and variety, amazing ambiance, but slow and unpleasant service.

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  4. Deanna

    Orange County16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was very good. It was different from other Italian restaurants we’ve been to but definitely worth coming back to. David, our server was personable and attentive. Appreciated Peter who accommodated our request for extra space for food on the table. The martinis 🍸 were awesome. I would have given 5 stars but was looking for that special touch since we indicated we were celebrating our anniversary.

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  5. Jose

    Orange County1 review

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The pastas were ok but lacked sauce. If you want more sauce, they charge you extra. The pizza was good. I made a reservation on a busy day and they sat us down fairly quick, I did appreciate that. Overall, our visit was fair.

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  6. Mahnaz

    Orange County1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    when making a reservation a week ahead of time, I specifically asked for a table inside the restaurant as I easily get cold at night. Still upon arrival we were seated in the outdoor area. I tried to be understanding so didn't complain but instead I asked for the heater next to our table to be turned on. They passed by several times mentioning they will send someone to turn it on. It never happened!!! For entre I ordered Strozzapreti !!! For the life of me I could not push it down without adding a lot of salt and parmesan cheese (which by the way, I asked for them) in the hope the food would become edible. It was extremely bland, especially as an ITALIAN food. All in all, I feel this restaurant might not be really living up to its name. I know for a fact that I won't go back. No matter how famous people say it is.

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  7. Rochelle

    Orange County31 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were a party of 6 that had outside seating. They brought us to a high top table in the sun on a very warm day. We asked to be moved to a shady table and they did. The food was so good! We all ordered different items from the menu and loved everything!

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  8. Nick

    Orange County3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was absolutely delicious. We really love their pesto pasta!

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  9. saif

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing, as usual! Will definitely be coming back soon!

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  10. Angela VIP

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never fails me. Food is always on point and fresh. Service is appreciated.

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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 5595 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 179 times today
Google Map for North Italia – Irvine

2957 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Michelson & Jamboree
  • Neighborhood
    Irvine
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat and Sun 11am - 4pm Lunch Mon- Fri 11am - 4pm Dinner Sun - Thurs 4pm - 10pm Fri & Sat 4pm - 11pm
  • 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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