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Northstar Café in Uptown Westerville

Restaurant Breakfast restaurant American restaurant

One of the Most Revieweds in Westerville


Address

109 S State St, Westerville, OH 43081, United States

Website

www.thenorthstarcafe.com

Contact

+1 614-394-8992

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (1.9K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 9 am to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am to 10 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 10 pm
  • Monday: 9 am to 10 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am to 10 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (18) great (16) breakfast (14) Northstar (14) staff (12) good (12) Great (9) salad (9) burger (9) fresh (8)
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  • 5/5 Venkatesh P. 1 year ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, very well organized and quality food. We have never tasted the best fusion Pad Thai noodles and Enchiladas. Agree the cost is lil expensive but definitely worth the quality. We would definitely go again!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jack R. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best breakfast and lunch restaurant outside of Columbus hands down. The fresh squeezed orange juice was incredible and the Ricotta pancakes are delicious. Will definitely be back.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Randolph J. 10 months ago on Google
    A very cozy and friendly location - the service was incredible, willing to sing happy birthday with us and answer all our silly questions. Delicious sugar cane soda from the fountain with incredibly flavorful food with variety. The bathroom was incredibly clean and automated.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Hadley.m 3 years ago on Google
    Worst experience ever. I have a peanut allergy and asked the lady at the register if they did fry in peanut oil she was hesitant while the girl next to her confidently said they did not fry in peanut oil Later I had a very bad feeling so me and my sister asked another worker and they did in fact fry in peanut oil never leave reviews but we’re talking about my life i could’ve died awful experience.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Seda Ozmen S. 4 months ago on Google
    When we crave fish, the place that comes to mind is here! The accompanying simple salad is addictive!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael M. 3 years ago on Google
    I like my food without a side dish of politics. They removed their discount for police and firefighters. Edit: Thank you for reinstating the discount and understanding that most who serve have the best intentions.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Moochie P. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a nice setting, in a beautiful town! Food was fresh, colorful and delicious! All staff members were pleasant, happy and helpful! We stopped by for lunch after my outpatient cancer surgery. So nice to go in this cafe to unwind with some healthy food. Just what I needed!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Maulik D. 1 year ago on Google
    I love the Northstar burger. The best vegetarian burger in Columbus and around. I have visited this location multiple times and experience is always great. They need to improve the salad dressing quantity as it is too less when ordering for pickup.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Panagiotis M. 1 year ago on Google
    Pad Thai and Buddha Bowl were amazing. The ambience was fresh, clean, cozy, bright. We loved this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Plant Based B. 2 years ago on Google
    Incredible food and service! I got a plant-based tofu Buddha bowl. It was the best I've ever had! I wish I could duplicate it at home
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 ANC R. 1 year ago on Google
    Always been a fan of NS, I do feel like prices are getting a bit too high. $18 for a burger is a lot. Also missing the jelly they used to serve with the biscuit. Staff is still very polite and does a great job!! Update** French fries are $6 as pictured in my photo.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Kim R. 8 months ago on Google
    Have come since u opened first location. Today, the pimento cheese was watery and tasted bad and the chips were terrible. My salad had brown cabbage in it and for $19 it should have been better. Hardly any meat in it and only two small chunks of blue cheese. What has happened at Northstar. We were coming so much and now u may have lost us.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 oliverw24 5 months ago on Google
    A unique dining style paired with excellent food and service. Order at the front counter, take a seat, and the food arrives a moment later. Feel free to help yourself to their soda, tea, and water options. A full bar for those interested is an option. The food is affordable, fresh, and left me satisfied. In the heart of Uptown Westerville, right next to a wonderful college campus, this is a must try. Two-thumbs up! (Pictured are the fish and chicken avocado sandwiches and a signature cookie )
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Miranda O. 1 year ago on Google
    It was a rainy day, and ironically this healthy meal was like comfort food. The flavors of the Buddha Bowl and Mexicali Salad hit the spot; the food and service was on point. I missed the picture of the mason jar carrot cake, which we savored at home. Yum!

  • 5/5 Heather A. 3 years ago on Google
    My host Lillian I believe was her name was VERY helpful. Best cream soda on a very hot day!

  • 5/5 julian p. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, great environment with a cool design.

  • 3/5 Gamma P. 3 months ago on Google New
    I ordered a Buddha Bowl with roasted chicken. It arrived quickly. Everything in the bowl was very good, except the chicken, which was dry, hard, and tasteless. Another person in our party ordered exactly the same thing and the chicken in his bowl was very good. His order took several minutes to arrive, I assume because his chicken was being prepared fresh. Both times I've been here have been disappointments. Should I try again or give up? Decisions, decisions.

  • 4/5 Fraud Consultants L. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to pick up a really yummy vegetarian meal. Many good/healthy options on their menu and the food is always good.

  • 5/5 T H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great service and delicious food. Whether you're there for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner or a snack, NorthStar has you covered. My kiddo loves their ricotta pancakes and I like their mushroom frittata. For lunch, it's the basil chicken wrap for me. Cookies are definitely shareables; sized enough for four friends, or one if a cookie is you meal. 💕

  • 5/5 Jesus F. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good everything

  • 5/5 Ian B. 3 years ago on Google
    Food is great and the service is quick and amazing

  • 5/5 Peter S. 3 years ago on Google
    Fresh made, healthy cuisine with an atmosphere that is inviting and modern, Northstar Cafe is worth any wait time and the slightly higher price.

  • 5/5 Raque P. 3 years ago on Google
    Best lunch and breakfast around. Also great service.

  • 1/5 Joel K. 4 months ago on Google
    We have all seen the people asking for change on street corners throughout America. Went to this Northstar in Westerville to enjoy the amazing ginger ale and I noticed a fountain that has coins in it, I'm assuming from the childish notion of granting a wish. So it occurred to me to ask the manager as to what they do with those coins and to ask that they contributed to a service that helps people that ask for spare change. The cashier made mention that they were busy understandably, yet I enjoyed my beverage and after a 25-minute wait, I decided to leave and as I was leaving said cashier made an eye contact with me that left the impression that he was thinking, oh good he's leaving now but certainly left me with the impression that he may never have even made my request to talk to management. They need not concern themselves with my presence any further as Westerville, on the whole, has always had the vibe of an overprivileged honky town.

  • 5/5 Gregory W. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the third location I've visited. My experience was just as excellent as the other location experiences. We had the Cowboy brunch. It was the classic two eggs, two beacon strips, and a biscuit served with strawberry jam. The beacon was crispy but not over done. The eggs (served over easy) was perfect. That biscuit was the best I've ever eaten. Just perfect. If you haven't been here before you pay as you order so you're not held hostage. The service was fast and everyone on the staff with whom we did interact was helpful and pleasant. For as busy as it was we didn't wait more than a few minutes. Just a great experience for a wonderful restraunt. Don't miss this place.

  • 5/5 Abolfazl Faeli Q. 11 months ago on Google
    Food was extremely delicious and everything was fresh. Great staff. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Deanna D. 8 months ago on Google
    Cute little place for a nice breakfast. The fresh squeezed juices are delicious. The biscuits are some of the lightest and fluffiest and tasty I have ever tasted. Not a fan of the gravy made with chorizo... But that was okay. Everyone in our party had I great meal.

  • 5/5 Kyle T. 1 year ago on Google
    I felt like we were in South America mainly because the staff was inviting and genuinely happy. The food was spectacular, particularly the vegetarian enchiladas (and I'm a carnivore at heart)! The black beans and sweet potatoes were perfect together. My wife got the Mexicali salad and we switched plates in the middle of the meal because we loved both of them! Well done! Absolutely delicious and the staff was very genuine!

  • 5/5 Victoria G. 2 years ago on Google
    We love Northstar! This is a great spot for a dinner date, brunch with friends or whatever the occasion. The food really gives you a balance of lots of healthy ingredients but still feeling like you're indulgling! Our favorites are the Fiore Pizza and the Northstar Burger.

  • 5/5 Jessica H. 1 year ago on Google
    I've lived in the Columbus area since 2016 and finally made it to Northstar Cafe this past week. It was fantastic. We had the prailine scone, house made ginger ale, breakfast sandwich and biscuits. All were really delicious. We'll be back to try some other stuff soon.

  • 4/5 Mzz J. 9 months ago on Google
    In my never ending quest to find a great breakfast spot, Google was really my friend. Of course there are some staples that I enjoy visiting, but it’s nice to step away from the First Watches and Sunny Streets of the world. I honestly prefer local, or local-ish venues to dine at with my family or friends. Northstar is ALWAYS in the top 5 of best breakfast spots in Columbus/Columbus-adjacent areas. We finally made it to the Westerville location, and let me just say…It did not disappoint. We entered as novices, and was immediately assisted, and even personally escorted to the ordering area. I asked whether we sat ourselves or wait for someone…he said it was kinda both. lol. We looked at the menu and I certainly found something eye catching. I’ve had cloud pancakes at home, but never had the opportunity to order in a restaurant. The pancakes were wonderful! Our entire party enjoyed our meals and the overall aesthetic of the place. I’m sadly giving four stars because the high top tables were a bit small for four people. We wanted to sit outside, but the weather proved to be welcoming as the patio was full. If you are ever in the Westerville area, and are looking for a nice spot to chill and enjoy a nice breakfast or brunch, consider this uptown gem!

  • 4/5 Aba b. 1 year ago on Google
    Food wise I give it a 3. Customer service wise a 5. $20 for a burger and fries is a bit steep. There was nothing about it that blew me away. I'm not quite sure what the dry seasoning was but it was just a lot going on especially dipping it in the aioli. The atmosphere is just a bit too dark for my taste. Not what I was expecting. This probably a one and done thing because of price but staff were friendly and the establishment clean.

  • 5/5 Stefano C. 1 year ago on Google
    I come here often with a few of my close Meetup crew. I typically get the vegan Northstar burger and the Buddha bowl, but cauliflower soup and focaccia bread are also good with the hot sauce and real salt they source from Utah. My friends love the brunch options when we come during the weekends. Our group has people with onion and mushroom allergies as well as a friend who eats Halal, so Northstar Café has been accommodating. The only gripe about this particular location is that the music is sometimes too loud for conversations, and it's never clear when the mustard is actually vegan-friendly. The staff is always friendly and accommodating. Prices may have increased since I first started eating here earlier this year, but portion sizes are decent, and the flavor of the food is pretty good. There are plenty of salad options for vegetarians who want to eat healthier, and the desserts look enticing. I hope they have more vegan options in the future. I miss the Thai burrito they used to serve at this location for dinner.

  • 5/5 Beth P. 3 years ago on Google
    Great restaurant for vegan and gluten free meals.

  • 5/5 Linette P. 4 years ago on Google
    Been wanting to try this place but never had a chance. Lived up to the hype! Good healthy food, friendly smiles and atmosphere great even though place was busy. Locals probably frustrated with newbies who have no idea how it what to order at the counter, find drink area, find table, etc but staff was very patient and accommodating. We ordered cauliflower and cashew soup, hamburger (worth every penny for it's flavor alone!) and the perfect pizza. Cookies were HUGE. Don't skip those, ever... even if you have to take one (or a bag) home! I would drive back an hour just for the cookies alone. Big enough to share, but you are not getting mine! 😁

  • 5/5 Michael H. 3 years ago on Google
    Ricardo was AMAZING! Ran into a big issue with them not accepting cash due to covid-19. And he was able to troubleshoot it. Definitely could have been rude but handled the situation professionally

  • 5/5 Kevin L. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food and experience. Excellent service

  • 5/5 Vickie H. 3 years ago on Google
    AWESOME QUALITY of food, and AWESOME CURBSIDE SERVICE! I tipped 20% he was surprised and said that most people don't tip curbside. SHAME on you UNGRATEFUL PEOPLE of WESTERVILLE! These employees are providing a great service to you, they definitely deserve a tip!

  • 4/5 Thaddaeus C. 3 years ago on Google
    This place has very good breakfast, and uses very fresh ingredients. The price is a bit high for breakfast, but the food was great!

  • 5/5 Adrian M. 3 years ago on Google
    Incredible bar, the service was exceptional. Ryan the bartender was so helpful and made an amazing strawberry mojito! His warmth and kindness made the experience wonderful. The restaurant staff were incredibly careful to make me feel safe, wearing masks and cleaning everything very thoroughly. I really appreciated them taking that extra effort to make sure we are protected from Covid. Looking forward to returning!

  • 5/5 Dan C. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food and drinks in the heart of Westerville. Food options are great at all times of day, but I'd have to say the breakfast/brunch is where Northstar shines. The Sweet Potato and Turkey Hash is to die for and is a firm favourite. The vegetarian Northstar Burger is also really tasty. Service is always excellent and you're guaranteed a warm welcome. Northstar is definitely making a name for itself in the Columbus area.

  • 3/5 Melissa R. 3 years ago on Google
    So SAD the Sweet Potato Hash is off the menu! Drove 30 minutes to have breakfast here and was surprised to hear it’s no longer available!! My favorite breakfast item hands down! Please bring it back!!

  • 5/5 Montana S. 3 years ago on Google
    My card unexpectedly froze from fraudulent activity and this amazing woman gave us our meal! I was on a bike ride with my son so I was grateful and happy we could eat 🙃

  • 5/5 Jessica W. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome food and atmosphere! Staff is friendly and helpful

  • 4/5 T C. 3 years ago on Google
    Our first time here. We got the margherita and New Yorker pizzas. The New Yorker was really good, but the margherita was a little disappointing.

  • 5/5 Terry T. 3 years ago on Google
    You can't go wrong with the Mushroom Fritata for breakfast!

  • 1/5 Lance V. 3 years ago on Google
    This was the most disgusting biscuits and gravy I have ever had in my life. I asked for sunny side up eggs and did not get them. The Waitress told me that they put them in my biscuits and gravy. I never seen any eggs in there and then she offered to bring eggs to the side and the food was super salty very disgusting will never ever go back to this restaurant again I don’t recommend anybody else going there. Very overpriced for terrible food

  • 1/5 Bob Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Ive eaten here a number of times. I like salads and theirs are never big enough for me to fill up on. If they didn’t include bread I’d leave hungry every time. I went the other night and ordered a salad. When it came out the portion was so small that it didn’t cover the flat area at the center of the bowl. I called them back to my table and told them it was unusually small and they apologized and said we’ll make you another one. They did but it came out the same size. I can go to the Cheesecake Factory and get a salad two and one half times larger for the same price.

  • 5/5 Jaclyn F. 3 years ago on Google
    Such great staff and one of my favorite fish sandwiches

  • 3/5 Jessica R. 3 years ago on Google
    Slower service.. even when they are not busy. Seems like a lot of the times they don't take online orders seriously (their mistake). Food is ok, a little overpriced in my opinion. They do have a little parking lot behind the store for off street parking. Westerville is currently working on the curbs so street parking can be a little tricky. Cool looking building, clean inside and staff are so so.

  • 5/5 Rhonda E. 3 years ago on Google
    Food and service is Great

  • 5/5 Sybil B. 3 years ago on Google
    Good service with a smile, timely, good food!

  • 5/5 y_canggih 3 years ago on Google
    It was such a wonderful meal and worth every dollar we spent.

  • 2/5 Jared D. 3 years ago on Google
    Menu way too broad. Pick something and master it.

  • 5/5 Theresa K. 3 years ago on Google
    Black bean burger, kale salad, delicious! And a hugh peanut butter cookie out of this world!!!

  • 3/5 Reed R. 3 years ago on Google
    What.In.The.World...how do you get rid of your sweet potato hash? Sad - great offering and a lot of people ordered it, it was definitely our favorite. Nothing compares

  • 5/5 shelby H. 3 years ago on Google
    AWESOME SERVICE!!! GREAT VEGAN WRAP!!!

  • 5/5 B C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and service. And when I mentioned that it was my birthday recently the waitress compted a chocolate chip cookie.

  • 5/5 Charles K. 3 years ago on Google
    The food was phenomenal. Loved the vegan selection too. Had a great lunch with my Niece.

  • 5/5 Keith L. 3 years ago on Google
    I love the Northstar burger with a simple salad. With some minor adjustments, it can be vegan friendly.

  • 5/5 Jr R. 3 years ago on Google
    Love the place and customer service

  • 3/5 AL K. 3 years ago on Google
    The food was good but it was expensive for the portion.

  • 5/5 Maggie W. 3 years ago on Google
    The pad thai is my go to dish here and you absolutely can not miss their ginger ale! Open for take-out and dine-in during the pandemic.

  • 5/5 Beth G. 3 years ago on Google
    Dined outside with our dog. It was so relaxing and the staff was amazing! Had the ginger mojito, highly recommend!!

  • 5/5 Mark H. 3 years ago on Google
    I was recommended this place from an internet tip in which someone stated that their vegetarian burger was one of the best around. I'm so glad I stopped in and tried it because it was an excellent burger.


Call +1 614-394-8992 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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