I had my baby shower at Antica Nova this past Saturday and the whole experience was perfect. There was an issue with the previous restaurant we were going to use for the shower and we are so grateful they could accommodate us here. We had a few options for private rooms, but they suggested the main dining area for the lighting, which was really nice. There were multiple linen options we were able to choose from (pink options in pic) and these were included in the total cost. The whole room was set up according to how many seats we wanted at each table and they were fully prepared for us to start decorating as soon as we arrived. The personal bartender also arrived early and prepped the station long before guests arrived. The food was all delicious. We had buffet style (set up shown in one picture by fireplace). Way too busy enjoying ourselves to take pictures of food. The buffet was about 10 minutes later than expected, but there was a party of 80 at the same time and no one seemed bothered by this. We chose chicken tenders and fries for the kids attending and this was promptly served about 15 minutes before the buffet so the parents were able to help feed before getting their own food. Rolls- really classic white bread rolls. Exactly what you want. Green beans - these were sooo good! Very buttery and surprising! Potatoes- hasselback style, cut in halves. Also so buttery and perfectly salted. Tuscan chicken- thin sliced chicken breasts with sun dried tomato and a creamy Tuscan sauce. This was extremely delicious. Salmon- I cannot remember the flavor we chose but perfectly cooked and flavorful, cut into about 1.5" pieces so it didn't feel overwhelming to choose one of everything. Salad - classic salad with tomato and cucumber. We chose a ranch and vinaigrette. The table had Parmesan cheese, half and half creamer, sugar, and butter available. They allowed us to bring in our own cupcakes as dessert ($1/person) and served regular/ decaf coffee with this. This room could definitely fit more people. Our set up was 6 round tables of 6 but they were very flexible with how we wanted these set up and number of chairs per table. Overall, great experience. I can't wait to come back for dinner! read more

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I was so excited to try this place. The old world style building makes it seem so very special so the anticipation high. We dined on a week day. The menu was extensive with some vegan options. Service was relatively slow and the restaurant was not crowded. Our food was okay and very underwhelming. Our beef was overcooked even when we asked for medium preparation. I really wanted to like this place because of the beautiful dining room. But it was certainly an average at best experience. read more

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Really a beautiful Italian restaurant and the food was great!! Our waiter Luigi was such a friendly guy and an an exceptionally good waiter. He made sure all of our needs were met. read more

Incredible food! The shrimp and calamari fritti was perfectly cooked. Especially loved the shrimp!! Both the bolognese and la nonna were delicious. The handmade pasta was the cherry on top! Pumpkin tiramisu (seasonal dessert) was like eating autumn in a single bite. Great flavors for a November night! Only downside of the experience was the loud main dining room. It was a full room with seemingly nothing to absorb the sound. Overall, I can't wait to return and try more dishes! read more

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Antica Nova is tucked behind the San Marino club and has been updated to a modern Italian restaurant. We arrived with a reservation and were seated promptly, the crowd was diverse with families, friend gatherings, and couples of all ages. Our service overall was fine, not particularly attentive or friendly but it was end of the dinner rush on the weekend and it seemed she was juggling a few larger parties so I'll give her the benefit of the doubt. What does bother me was our server was not well educated on the allergens and made no initiative to find out. My allergy is mild and only when consumed so I stuck with foods I knew were safe but I could never recommend Antica Nova to any of my family who have more severe allergies because I have no faith the staff is properly trained or cares. The sommelier, however, was very knowledgeable and came to our table with great recommendations when they were out of a wine my boyfriend chose. The food is good but I wasn't thinking about it anytime after. Usually a really good meal has me telling everyone about it and thinking about it the next day, but this was just fine. We would go back and try it again but are in no rush. I appreciate they had a vegan section which made ordering easy, it's actually one of the reasons we chose to come here. The bruschetta was hard to eat due to the chunks of artichoke, I was expecting a more finely diced topping but it was delicious and well prepared. Our entrees were good, but average. I was happy to see the bathrooms were clean and well maintained. It's a space that is often neglected but can really ruin a dining experience when overlooked. There's a lot of thought into the ambiance, styling and aesthetic of the restaurant which is nice but I would love to see the overall service and food match it. read more

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The building is stunning -- clearly it must have been something significant before, and it's worth a visit just to see the space. Unfortunately, the service and atmosphere didn't quite live up to the impressive setting. We came as an 8-top and started at the bar. The solo bartender was clearly overwhelmed managing a 30-plus seat bar. She spent more time dealing with the computer than actually making drinks, which slowed everything down. At this price point, management should consider how that affects the mood -- in a good crowd, a lost shot of Tito's here and there is just the cost of doing business. Our server at the table was young and just okay -- polite but not particularly engaging. We ordered a variety of appetizers and pastas. Everything was good, and prices were reasonable. It's solid Italian if you're there for pasta, though I didn't see any of the steaks to judge that side of the menu. Desserts were a mixed bag. The tiramisu and cheesecake looked underwhelming but tasted fine. The cannoli had an odd crunch, which I think was granulated sugar that hadn't been fully incorporated. One big miss for me was the lighting in the dining area -- bright LEDs that really detract from the cozy, romantic atmosphere you'd expect in a nice Italian restaurant. Overall: Good food, mid-level service, and slightly under-mid ambience. read more

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2stars being generous! A Saturday 9pm reservation,only 3 other tables were dining. Confusion on waiter,waitress. A lady said she was our server - 30 seconds later a guy announced he was server ? Ordered calamari appetizer- I swear some rubber bands are less chewy- had to send back. Caesar salad and bottle of Sauvignon blanc - good. Ordered veal parmigiana & lasagna dinners to split. 10 minutes late a different server came to inform that no veal was left. Shared an underwhelming dish of lasagna. For all the trouble,they offered piece of tiramisu- haven't tried it yet ! read more

Hands down, my favorite restaurant. Antica Nova is that rare mix of elevated and effortlessly cool. The service is always immaculate--everyone there is real, raw, and genuinely kind. You feel taken care of in the best way. Whether you're posted up at the bar or dining under the string lights on their stunning patio, the atmosphere is just beautiful. And the food? Out. Of. This. World. I've had nearly everything on the menu at this point-- the veal parm is a knockout, the rabbit pasta is unforgettable, the gnocchi melts in your mouth, and don't sleep on the grilled Caesar or the seafood risotto. You literally can't go wrong. Antica Nova isn't just a restaurant--it's an experience, and one that keeps calling me back. read more

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I've been here a few times since they've had new ownership. This has been the best Italian yet for this building. The waiter recommended the Tagliatelle Bolongese. It was bland and watery. We also tried the chef special of the Fettuccine Norcina. It was good. It could have been better with larger sausage crumble. The truffle was very mild. Apps -The Octopus, shrimp and scallops were cooked perfectly. The pepper sauce was unique. It would have been nice to have a lemon wedge with the antipasti. The seafood needed more tart to the finish. The must order that will bring me back to this restaurant - Tartufo. My friend had the Cassarece. I came back for the Gnocchi. The Tartufo sauce is well balanced and mouth watering. Truly a prize truffle in this dish. This is entree the wait staff should recommend. A perfect end to the meal was the Creme Brulee. We will def be back. read more

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I really enjoyed it. We had a good sized group, about a dozen. Everyone's food looked great. The calamari was awesome, the bread, fantastic. I had the veal parm. Man it was so good. I need to go back and try the organic made in house pasta, heard rave reviews around the table. Service was exceptional. It's off the street behind the San Moreno club so not really visible from the street-gps it, worth the effort. Oh, the cannoli! Mama Mia, Holy Cannoli!!! read more

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Not quite sure what happened here. After reopening everything seems to have gone down in quality. The price points have fallen also, but that isn't a good thing given a drastic fall off in quality. Bread seems to be premade dinner rolls, sauces no longer taste as fresh and robust, and the cheese uses on some dishes seems to be an odd mixture with off tastes and textures. I think it's always a bad sign when a formerly higher end Italian restaurant adds $12 pizzas to their menu. Also another odd thing I noticed is that the music played in the restaurant must be an unpaid version of a streaming service because there are ads/commercials between the songs. That is absolutely inappropriate for a dining establishment. read more

The food was decent Italian but no adjustments can be made to what you order. No substituting pasta for potatoes. No customizing the cocktails. And the restaurant is too expensive for that. No type of accommodations made and that isn't a good experience to me. read more

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A "Hidden Gem", a slice of Italy, ANTICA NOVA, located directly behind the San Marino Club on Big Beaver in Troy. From the amazing food, the excellent service, and ambiance, Chef Anthony Giannola's passion for Italian cuisine makes every visit feel like a family gathering. Highly recommended! read more

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Newer restaurant in the area. We visited on a Tuesday night at 8pm and only 3 other tables there. Our server Scott was very nice. We started with the bread basket and dipping oil and it was delicious. We got beef tips for the appetizer and they were cooked perfectly but the zip sauce was lacking flavor. For dinner I had the veal limone and it was excellent. My friends both ordered filet and were happy with them. Lastly we shared a pistachio cheesecake and it was very good. I would definitely return and try more of the menu read more

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Very average food and experience. Probably okay to come with family but nothing blew me away

Authentic Italian cuisine in a beautiful setting. Loved that the chef came out to chat and offer recommendations a nice personal touch. I'll definitely be returning! read more

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Right from the start that me and my partner stepped in this restaurant we we're seated and helped right away the service was amazing, Servers were very polite. Food was 10/10 super delicious with lots of flavor, menu was unique in my opinion I have never had anything that I saw on the menu. Well served no to much or to small portions, cocktail's incredible definitely recommend. read more

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One of our favorites in Michigan. Thank you for having lots of vegetarian and vegan. Delicious and nice atmosphere.

My partner and I went to Antica Nova after they re-opened from their kitchen remodel and menu re-tooling. There is apparently a new chef as well. Well, it was awful. To say there has been a huge decline in quality is an under statement. We ordered arancini and I am 99.99% sure they were frozen and not made in house. They were cold inside AND they had meat in them which was not supposed to be the case. After I sent them back, the manager came over and accused me of lying and insisted that there was no meat in them because she watched the chef make them. The bread was also store bought and not made in house. The rest of the food was mediocre at best. I saw another reviewer say that it was like Olive Garden but I would go to Olive Garden a thousand times over this place. The ambiance was odd because the place was empty and there was odd clubby music playing. The only saving grace about the "new" Antica Nova was the server was very nice. I will not be returning any time soon. read more

very nice, food is fantastic and waitress very knowledgeable. The dishes are all organic and everything is made fresh

Amazing food and atmosphere! Loved our waiter too! Will be coming back!! Don't sleep on this place! read more

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I have been here a number of different times & days. It has never disappointed!!! The food is wonderful! The service is excellent. My husband & I always recommend the restaurant & friends & family respond back to us w only good things & thank you for the recommendation. It is one of our favorites! read more

The setting remains one of the best in the area. I am happy that someone is again making use of the old Tre Monti space. The hostess was gracious and the waiting area before we were seated was warm (with a fireplace) and comfortable. Walking to our table, we passed the station where they fresh-cut prosciutto to order. Our server was friendly and helpful throughout the meal, despite the fact that he also had a large table next to us. The manager came over and helped my date special-order a dish from the menu, as she was trying to avoid any breading. The food and the pacing were all excellent. The only downside I saw was a limited cocktail menu that could probably use some updating. read more

The food was amazing. The atmosphere was very nice and the ambience was great. The decor was very chic. I will definitely go back and I will recommend it to my family and friends. read more

The ambiance is nice in the main dinning area. They love pistachio in their food, the pistachio cheesecake is pretty average. It's basic Italian food, unfortunately really nothing to ride home about. The wait staff are phenomenal! read more

Absolutely fantastic new restaurant. You feel the wow factor from the minute you walk in. The ceilings are high and the decor is amazing. There were four of us. Three of us had a different pasta dish and the fourth person had salmon. We were all extremely pleased with our entrees. The food was reasonably priced. We will be back and I highly recommend you try Antica Nova if you share our passion for unique Italian food. read more

Beautiful restaurant. Amazing cocktails. Authentic Italian menu. Our server Mirna was very knowledgeable about the menu. Food was delicious read more

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It was just a subpar experience from start to finish. Made a reservation for anniversary dinner. Had to wait for the table for a while, thinking they were busy with dinner rush but the restaurant was empty. The service was off putting, like we were a bother. The drinks were delicious and probably only reason to go back for. The food was bland, unappetizing. Not sure why the vegan vegetable option was more expensive that the chicken dish. Never got the desert menu, and when we finally asked for the check, they mentioned that it was our anniversary. We won't be surprised if the place is closed in the next year. read more

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Six of us went for a birthday dinner. Antica Nova is a cross between a family restaurant and a more upscale restaurant (which is what it wants to be). The food was okay, nothing WOW about it. The appetizers (Caprese, Calamari, & Arancini) were mediocre, the bolognese was bland, the best meal ordered was the Veal Parm. The waiter was very pleasant but the service was very slow. There are too many other good Italian options in metro Detroit for me to go back here. read more

We got there and they told us it was closed for a private party. We did not see that info on their website. We were disappointed.

Arrived at 5:20 on Friday, we wanted to check out the happy hour. 6 hosts standing at stand when walking in, they told us the only place they serve happy hour is literally at the bar and they could put two chairs all the way at the end (looking at a wall with wine bottles) not very appealing. All the while, had many two tops in bar area , asked if we could sit there. She said she had to go ask the manager and he said no. The only table for walk-ins is over by the fireplace and can't order happy hour at all. Decided to try the table and order dinner. It was very close to fire and the only other table in restaurant part , it was probably 80° in that location 2 feet from the fireplace. We asked the waiter if we could move or turn down fireplace and once again had to ask a manager and was told that's the only table in whole restaurant for walk-ins. Seems very strange in there and the vibe is off . I don't think anyone ever asked the manager. There's a lot of people just standing around waiting for tables and not many patrons. Can't comment on the food because we left went down the street to Cooper's Hawk and had a wonderful dinner . Obviously won't be back and would not recommend to others read more

Met some girlfriends for happy hour and enjoyed the bruschetta, caprese and calamari. Will definitely be back with my husband for date night to further explore the menu. Service was great and the ambiance was lovely. read more

It was ok . The atmosphere of the venue is very nice weight staff very friendly and helpful. Food was OK. Not bad not good middle of the road. read more

I ordered pasta and asked for sauce on the side and the kitchen said they would not do it. They said the pasta would be sticky-I said that would be fine but they still would not leave the sauce off. I generally order the sauce on the side and have never been to a restaurant that would not accommodate. I agreed to light sauce, but unfortunately, when it came out, it had too much sauce for my taste. Disappointed they could not accommodate a simple request. read more

Ambience was incredible service top notch food was terrific. I had a vegan crisp bruschetta that was very unique a grilled Caesar salad with an excellent addition long time ago became the new fat but now you can't find it anywhere I loved it. I had some veal and chicken, veal salt and Boca and a little chicken masala again exceptional. read more

We had a fantastic happy hour with a group of friends this week. The calamari is absolutely delicious, and also includes some shrimp, which is really unique! We also ordered the trio of bruschetta - caprese, artichoke and mushroom, and ratatouille. $10 glasses of wine, beautiful ambience, and authentic Italian offerings. Highly recommended for an after-work meet up! read more

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Great food and service at a reasonable price. I will definety return to Antica Nova.

First time in for myself and my fiancé We had a reservation but decided to stay at the bar because Lo was SO sweet and had us laughing the entire night she really is something special, she took a million photos of us and gave a tour of the building and guided us through the menu with patience and honest opinions. The calamari was incredible, we loved the lamb chops and the Prosecco chicken dish! we chased our tequila shots with minestrone soup broth (first time for everything, we loved it ) The aesthetic of the building is gorgeous, the staff are playful and obviously very close friends, this is our new weekly date spot! 10/10, we love Antica Nova! read more

The restaurant in itself was nice and the main dining had a good ambience, but that's where it ends. We started off with drinks, dirty martinis with blue cheese, stuffed olives didn't know that we were gonna be charged extra for olives in our drink $17 to be exact... I don't know everywhere else I go usually are included with the drink cost at $16-$20 a drink. That's ridiculous! Then we started with appetizers. We had the seafood salad, which is an embarrassment for what they give not only was it not good but $21 for three pieces of shrimp and three scallops kind of obscene and go to DonFrancesco's and get a huge seafood salad for $28 that could feed for And it's good then we went to our entrées, which all of it included potatoes like the other reviewer said no adjustments could be made no substitutions no add-ons kind of ridiculous for a high-end restaurant that you can't make dietary adjustments but here we are. Potatoes that came with the entrée raw for all four of us. Entrées were OK at best, not worth the price at all for fine dining. We told the waitress about our potatoes being raw and offered us lemon cello shots, which were not that great the whole experience was kind of disappointing. This is a one and done and never again! read more

I've been here twice. The food was great. The drinks fantastic. For a brand new restaurant they have their act together.