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    4.2 (661 reviews)
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    Chianti Classico
    Wendy H.

    It was Saturday night and hubby and I were thinking of what to eat for dinner. We were craving Italian since it's been a while and thought of North Italia. We are not new to North Italia as we frequent the Irvine location often, but this was our first time at the Cerritos location and what a treat it was! Located conveniently at the mall for some after shopping bites and plenty of parking around. We went online to make same-day reservations and were able to snag a time slot at 8:15pm. Upon arrival I noticed how friendly and smiley the host was. It's a pet peeve of mine when hostess act pretentious or gives off a haughty attitude but not here. Once seated, I believe our server was name Ariana. Super sweet gal with great service. We shared a glass of chianti classico- one of my faves! For appetizers, we had the yellowtail crudo and the white truffle garlic bread. The white truffle garlic bread is our tried & true, can never go wrong ordering that. The crudo was good, I love the different textures, but I did wish it had a bit more citrus flavor to balance out the oil. Our entrees were the bolognese with added meatballs and the chicken Parmesan. The bolognese is another tried and true where you cannot go wrong getting. Hubby wanted to try something new this time so he got the chicken Parmesan which surely did not disappoint. The chicken was cook to perfect. But be warned - it's a heavy dish! He could only finish half and had to take the rest home. Lastly, we finished with their seasonal butter cake which was delightful and well paired with the ice cream. All in all, it was a wonderful experience at this location. They were popping and busy for a Saturday night but never felt cramped or crowded. Vibes were immaculate. I noticed the servers being helpful, welcoming, and attentive. Whoever is training these employees are doing something right. I most definitely would come back!

    Chicken Parmesan
    Johanna S.

    Came in on a Saturday evening for dinner, and although the restaurant was busy we were seated pretty quickly. The service was great and the food was delicious. We also tried the focaccia bread which was delicious. Would definitely consider coming back to try other food options.

    Maritza S.

    I have been to the North Italia in Irvine many times and I prefer the Cerritos Location. The space is open but does not feel busy. The staff is friendly and so efficient. Buuuut let's talk about the food. Every single item we tried was perfectly cooked and seasoned. They currently have a Summer Match-up menu which is only $25 and you get full size appetizer and main entree. I would have this everyday! The chicken Parmegiana verde and the Wild shrimp scampi were scrumptious. Let's just say there were no crumbs left :)

    Mango chamoy
    Deanne R.

    After always coming to the movies on the opposite side of the mall I've never noticed this place..... until walking around the mall the other day. Looks like they took over the (CPK) spot that used to be there. Anyway today was the day that we actually had a chance to try. North Italia is a popular, modern Italian restaurant. They are known for their hand-tossed pizzas and homemade pasta made daily, to crave-worthy appetizers and seasonal entrees, all alongside craft cocktails, wine and beer. According to goggle lol. Today Andrea took care of us. She was amazing, awesome attitude, very friendly, took care of us constantly. We really enjoyed the conversation, food and ambience. Thank you so much.... Can't wait to come back..

    Hot Italian Stromboli
    Kat A.

    We came to North Italia today and honestly had such a good experience. I didn't catch our waitress's name, but she was seriously so sweet. Even the hostesses were super kind. Everyone was just so welcoming and attentive. It was SO hot outside today, so walking in and feeling the AC blasting was the best feeling ever lol. We ordered the spicy Italian grinder, a spicy stromboli, the kids' chicken Alfredo, and the calamari. Everything was fresh and really flavorful, but the calamari was definitely the star. It was perfectly cooked, not too crispy, not soggy, just right. Overall, it was such a solid meal, and the service made it even better. We'll definitely be coming back because there are so many other things on the menu I want to try!

    Cacio e Pepe
    Priscila F.

    We got to sit in the patio, no wait time! The best pasta dish we had was the braised beef, amazing flavors and the meat was super tender, a must have. The cacio e Pepe was also tasty, not too much pepper but it need of more cheese. The salmon was well cooked and the kids pasta was a good portion. The gem cesar salad was a small portion for the $17 price tag and with no key ingredients like anchovies, lemon tangy flavor or fresh Parmigiano Reggiano. Service team was very attentive, love when the entire team assists. Parking is a hit an miss as this is location is shared with the mall and other restaurants like lazy dog, be patient or park a bit towards the back.

    Yellowtail Crudo*
    Jacob C.

    It's safe to say I have a mild obsession with this place. I enjoy the open seating and fresh air while taking in the scenery. Service from Nathan and Erin was very thorough during my lunch/happy hour visit. I ordered the Italian Meatballs and Chicken Parmigiana Verde for the $25 lunch. It came with an appetizer and entrée, which was a substantial value.

    Rob B.

    Decent place, good food, good service. Nothing extremely amazing or impressive. The ambience was nice, I suppose. Our water glass did go empty for several minutes, but other than that, the service was good. I had to ask for Parmesan for my pizza... as if nobody would ask for that...

    Roman Holiday Bruschetta
    asia m.

    Such a nice restaurant with delicious food, and friendly staff. The ambiance is pretty and we really enjoyed the patio lunch with the great weather outside. The chicken Parmesan was delicious and so was the bruschetta. I enjoyed my cocktail it was called Roman Holiday it's was pretty and tasted great!

    Margherita or Cacio e Pepe Pizza
    Yuan Z.

    Second visit here. Came on a Thursday evening after a graduation ceremony. This time around, I felt the foods did not meet our expectations. We ordered the following dishes: -Mediterranean mussels: few of the mussels meat were on the soft side and felt undercooked -truffle garlic bread: love it and it will be on our table every visit -agnolotti Al Pomodoro: similar to ravioli, stuffed pasta pocket, this is a vegetarian dish, no much flavor, probably won't order it again -short rib Lumache: snail shell-shaped pasta, could be less greasy -Crispy eggplant Parmesan: great flavor, will order it again -chicken Parmesan: the chicken were with good flavor but the accompanying pasta was ordinary -simple salad: fresh greens with generous amount of blue cheese, it was devoured Our server was pleasant and our dishes arrived in a timely manner.

    Bolognese (House Specialty)
    Samantha M.

    Came yesterday for lunch with my dad and had a great time. It's really beautiful and all the workers were so kind! They didn't have the beer my dad wanted because something was wrong but our server was so kind about it and continuously checked to try to get it from him. The food was amazing! Everything I got was great and my server let me know I could do my pizza 2 different ways and it still be the same price. Everything was great I will definitely be back.

    Menu as of 4/19/26
    Sandy H.

    North Italia is your upscale but casual Italian chain restaurant. Came here with my family for a late lunch on a Sunday and were seated quickly. It's located inside the Cerritos mall and replaced what was previously CPK. The interior is well decorated and spacious with an enclosed patio seating area. There's a huge bar area with TV screens if you care to watch games there. Our server was very friendly and attentive. She provided the kids with a coloring page and crayons. She said all their pastas were freshly made, so I decided to go with the Spicy Rigatoni Vodka. It included Italian sausage, crispy pancetta, shaved garlic, torn basil, and grana padano. The pasta was delicious and had the perfect amount of spiciness. The portion was the right amount, but it's definitely on the pricier end. You're paying for quality over quanitty here.

    Half The Pig & half Hot honey prosciutto
    Claribel V.

    I've been wanting to try North Italia for a while. I'd heard good things about the El Segundo location and recently found out they opened one in Cerritos, so I took my mom there for an early Mother's Day dinner on the Saturday before Mother's Day. We didn't have reservations, so we expected a wait. The restaurant was packed, and we ended up waiting about 30 minutes to be seated. We ordered the truffle garlic bread, spicy rigatoni vodka, squid ink tonnarreli and a pizza with half The Pig and half hot honey prosciutto. Spicy Rigatoni Vodka - 4/5 The dish was delicious, and you could definitely tell the pasta was handmade. It wasn't spicy at all to me, but I also have a pretty high spice tolerance. I do wish it had more meat, and the portion size felt a little small. I was shocked to find out it was nearly 2,000 calories for the amount served. Squid Ink Tonnarreli - 5/5 This was probably my favorite dish of the night. It was rich, savory, and really flavorful. I'd never had squid ink pasta before, although I've had Filipino squid cooked in squid ink many times. The dish came with squid, shrimp, and a spicy tomato-based sauce. We asked for it mild, but I honestly think it would've been even better spicy. The portion size was good too. Pizza - 3/5 Since they make handmade pasta, I assumed the pizza dough would be amazing, but it was just average. Parts of the crust were a little burnt. The Pig (their all-meat pizza) was okay but slightly too salty for me. The hot honey prosciutto side was better, although they were pretty light on the toppings. I probably wouldn't order pizza here again. Truffle Garlic Bread - 4/5 Really good, but overpriced at $18.50 for 9 small square pieces. The bread was crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and very buttery. Customer Service - 5/5 Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and explained the menu really well. I appreciated that she mentioned the spice levels could be adjusted on certain dishes. She also refilled my iced tea without me having to ask and even brought me a to-go cup for it. Overall, we had a good experience. The food was solid, and the service was great. However, the portions felt a bit small for the price, especially compared to similar restaurants, and I was surprised they didn't offer complimentary bread. I'm glad I tried it, but I'm not sure if I'd go back regularly.

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    Ask the Community - North Italia

    Do they have vegan options?

    yes they can make some plates vegan

    Do they accommodate large parties like a baby shower? Maybe have a separate room?

    The restaurant is pretty big. I'm sure it'll fit your baby shower. They have a nice patio area, but the food is not good.

    Do they have gluten free crust?

    Yes they do. It is pretty tasty too.

    Do You take Apple Pay?

    Yes

    Are you dog friendly?

    Maybe on their patio. Call to verify.

    Is there pork in you bolognese?

    Their bolognese sauce only has ground beef, I double checked with them for a friend before too :)

    What time is happy hour?

    It's Mon-Fri from 3pm to 6pm at the bar!

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    Kuduowl

    Kuduowl

    4.9
    (97 reviews)
    5.9 mi
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    Five Stars for Kuduowl! Owner and bartender extraordinaire Amanda Colom, her business partners &…read moretheir staff have created an amazing bar that showcases creative and original drinks. There are about 6 talented bartenders who work the bar and each of them bring a unique portfolio to mixology. Let's get back to Amanda! One of my friends who was visiting from Hawaii found Amanda on social media and asked that I take her to Kuduowl to experience this unique mixology. We were greeted warmly by Amanda and she explained the concept of the bar and the drink options. All were absolutely beautifully crafted and served! Delicious! I had a drink a few years ago (Sloe Gin Ramos) and not many bartenders know how to make it, nor do they want to take the time to make it. Amanda and Chris jumped right in and made it (takes 10-15 minutes to make). It was delicious and the preparation was a show! Loved it. All bartenders, servers, and bar backs were working in unison, like an orchestra. You could tell they all enjoyed their jobs and coworkers! It made for a beautiful ambiance. The bar welcomes everyone - from old to young, from gay to straight, and a rainbow of diversity of ethnic backgrounds! This has to be my favorite bar in Southern California! Bravo Amanda & team!

    Amazing drinks & super knowledgeable staff!…read more -Ambiance Cocktail bar is upstairs with different seating options including couches & comfy chairs. At 9pm the lower floor becomes a night club which we did not experience. -Drinks Sooooo good! Very well balanced & unique. Leaving us wanting more as soon as we finished a drink. Each one having a different elegant visual presentation. The owner/head bartender even came to our table to check in & get our opinion about our drinks. Even letting us know that there were new drinks being added to the menu soon! It's so cool to watch the creation of drinks on her Instagram @bad_birdy -Service Awesome service! Attentive & extremely knowledgeable about each drink. Taking the time to explain what made each of them special. Making the ordering process super easy. We went with a couple friends & they made it very easy to split the check by item which they did quickly on a hand held touch screen card reader. -Food Food is provided from local partners near by. My wife & I ordered Mexican food & both agreed it was only so so. We ordered the empanadas, queso fundito, chicken street taco & asada street taco. With the most bummer part of the meal being the queso. Despite it being served on a cast iron skillet the cheese combo they used ended up becoming hard & difficult to finish. It came with soft little tortillas instead of chips which we weren't expecting. Almost like making them into mini hard cheese quesadillas. The food wasn't a total loss though because there is another partner with a different menu that we are willing to try. Overall we will definitely be back for the drinks & other food options.

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    Lamb belly skewers
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    Kuduowl Negroni
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    Baby Gee

    Baby Gee

    4.5
    (189 reviews)
    7.8 mi
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    This has become my home bar. It's a great spot for locals to hang and make friends, but also I've…read moremet lots of people who drove from LA to have a Long Beach day, which is fun. Definitely worth it! The vibes are unmatched. It's a unique blend of "top notch cocktail crafting" and "beer and a hot pretzel after work." You can dress up, you can dress down, it's very 'just be yourself' which I love. I've literally had caviar AND hot dogs there in the same night at an event. They know how to blend high/low. Incredible knowledge and ingredients but not snooty patootie. Super inclusive and fun, with cool popups and events happening all the time. It's a full bar so you can get any cocktail you would normally order if you're keeping it simple, or beer, wine, boilermakers, etc. There's a span of offerings and price points, so something for everyone. (Also really good N/A cocktails!) The menu is super inventive and creative! And the cocktail menu changes out every so often so there are new things to try. This area is vintage vibes and Baby Gee speaks it fluently. Really cool decor, curated by the owners who design everything from the playlist to the cocktails to the invention of never-before-seen flavors and shapes of jello shots. Try the Baby Gee appletini while you're there. Mezcal, tequila, sake appletini you ask?? Yes. Trust. And get a hot dog. Do it.

    I really wanted to love this place. The vibe was fantastic...great music, a stylish ambiance, and…read morean impressive selection of specialty craft cocktails. It's clear the owners put a lot of thought and creativity into making their cocktails the centerpiece of the experience. That said, the execution didn't live up to the concept. The menu appears to rotate regularly, and while the drinks were certainly unique, most of the cocktails we tried were hit or miss. At roughly $22 per drink, I expected more balance and refinement. One cocktail started with flavors reminiscent of an Old Fashioned, but after the initial sip, the combination of bitters and fruit syrups created an unpleasant cough syrup like finish. We tried a mocktail as well, and it was mostly ice and soda water, with what seemed like a collection of syrups doing most of the heavy lifting. The drinks were creative, but many of the flavor profiles felt disjointed rather than intentional. The biggest issue, however, was the bar service and sanitation practices. I watched a bartender place a cucumber garnish into a glass using his bare hands, touching the entire garnish in the process. He then continued to take credit cards, cash, and other items before stuffing ice into additional drinks with his bare hands. Whether or not this technically violates health code standards, it certainly wasn't appetizing to watch and left a poor impression. Parking is another challenge. There is no dedicated parking, and unless you get lucky, expect to park several blocks away and walk. Overall, the atmosphere is a lot of fun and the cocktail menu is ambitious, but the drinks didn't justify the price point, and the sanitation concerns were hard to overlook. I wouldn't rush back, especially given the cost and parking difficulties.

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    Current cocktail menu (as of April 2026; it changes completely every few months)
    Current cocktail menu (as of April 2026; it changes completely every few months)
    Pretzel with mustard and pickled veggies
    Pretzel with mustard and pickled veggies
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    The Exhibition Room

    The Exhibition Room

    4.1
    (493 reviews)
    5.7 mi
    $$$

    The atmosphere is what you are here for and the service and atmosphere was great! We were able to…read moregrab a drink outside at the tiki pop up first and it was altogether just a fun night! Everyone was friendly and cocktails had booze More

    It's a IYKYK kind of place here. We didn't know about it as we were here meeting some friends for…read moredrinks. They made all the reservations. Honestly thought it was the bar that we came inside. First impression, why did we need reservations.... Since we didn't know the hidden entrance. Well, it's a cool concept once we entered. There's a dress code so be advised. What I found out was the entrance of the speakeasy was through a phone booth that next to the pool table of Roxanne's bar. Once reservations is made, you'll received an email with a password to enter. Enter phone booth and to connect to the inside and they'll open the door for you. We had the first reservations I believe they opened at 7pm. We were the first group to arrive. As it was my first time, we had ordered bar food and were waiting for it inside the main bar. So half an hour was used from our time limit. The speakeasy, dark and moody but perfect for the place. Special crafted cocktails by the bartenders which were great. They also have food as well, found out later. We did try the meat pie, which it was just ok. Basically an empanadas, the pickle veggies accompanied it was my favorite. It was good but nothing major to rave about. The drinks were quite nice and tasty. What they offered on the menu did have a load of good choices. Tables scattered throughout as well as bar seating. There's a piano which maybe used for live music. Overall, the moody speakeasy vibe was great. Friendly staff and bartender made some great drinks. What we had to snack on, the meat pie was just ok. They're very strict with the time limits. Once it's reached they'll let you know.

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    Fried zucchini + yucca chicharones
    Fried zucchini + yucca chicharones
    Smoke and fire!
    Smoke and fire!
    The Exhibition Room

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