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.

Amazing food and drinks, great atmosphere, bartender had good dad jokes. Staff was very friendly and attentive.

We gathered for a fabulous meal last night at Antica Nova and it was a wonderful experience! The staff was excellent - attentive and gracious. The wines selected were perfect with our appetizers and entrees and served with care. The food was beautifully plated and delicious. We will be back ---- soon! Bridget M. read more

The food was excellent. Our party of eight enjoyed the charcuterie board, fried calamari and shrimp, and bruschetta along with the great bread with olive oil dipping sauce. The EVOO was bright green with minced garlic. Exceptional. The seafood pasta in white sauce was exceptional with fresh baby claims and mussels in the shells, shrimp, and scallops over spaghetti. The bolognese sauce was served over homemade noodles. The fettuccine Alfredo was served table side in the authentic manner (no cream). The veal was excellent. The tiramisu was generous and worthy of sharing. Service was a bit slow, except for the water which was refreshed quickly. The ambiance was excellent, but the acoustics were poor. read more

This review is for multiple carry out experiences. We were excited for a new, higher end Italian restaurant to replace Cantoro. Unfortunately, Antica Nova has been disappointing. First, the carryout process is extremely difficult. The staff answering the phones do not seem to know the menu, and have difficulty taking the order (it took 15 minutes to place our most recent order). Second, the portions are minuscule. The gnocchetti al piacere, with truffle, for $30 with no protein, didn't even cover the bottom of a very small takeout container. The $15 caprese consisted of 4 tomato slices, 2 very small pieces of mozzarella and 2 small pieces of basil. The most basic home chef could make a more impressive caprese in their own kitchen. $100 for 3 tiny dishes that leave you still hungry. Third, the process of picking up the order is chaotic. The food hasn't been ready at the quoted times, and somehow, it is received cold. The first experience was fair, the food had decent flavor and we wanted to give it a second try. We will not be returning customers, I would not be surprised to see this restaurant close before Christmas. read more

My husband and I visited for one of our first date nights out since having our baby. I was feeling quite tense and nervous being away from the baby but that quickly changed after getting swept up in conversation with our bartender, Lauren. She was so bubbly and personable and didn't make me feel like a burden for asking a thousand questions. The ambiance of the place was gorgeous and made for a relaxing meal. Food was really good and we will definitely be returning! read more

Food was good. Went for a private event, service was slow. We were delivered wrong food but it got corrected. Great atmosphere it's a cute spot. read more

This was our second visit in two weeks, and our meal was perfect. Food is tasty and plentiful. Our favorite server Katrina executed a flawless service. We sat at the bar while our table was prepared and had a great conversation with the bartender about scotch whisky. We were celebrating our anniversary and this was the perfect place. Can't wait to go back! read more

I've celebrated both my birthday and my younger sister's birthday here, and each time has been nothing short of perfect. Anthony and his team handled every detail and unexpected situation with professionalism, grace, and genuine care. The atmosphere is stunning, the service is exceptional, and the food is consistently phenomenal. Truly the best restaurant in Metro Detroit -- a place that makes every occasion feel special. Highly recommend! read more

Had the pleasure of going to Antica Nova's for Apericena (Happy Hour) yesterday. The service was wonderful and there were so many great options! Fun craft cocktails & wine by the glass were just $10. The food was outstanding, the appetizers were literally enough for a full meal. I'll be back, for sure. Highly recommend! read more

Awesome food and service I had the scallops so so good Loved the bartenders to best Martinis

Great authentic Italian food. Simple to elegant, there's something for everyone on the menu. Grilled seafood salad was great, so were the gnocchi. Loved the lemon cake dessert. I've been a few times now, trying new things each time, and they've all been delicious. The design and decor of the place is beautiful as well. read more

If I could leave 10 stars I would. I just moved to the neighborhood and I found this place on yelp. The ambiance is very classy and regal. The prices and portion sizes are very generous. I sat at the bar and I was greeted by a beautiful, bubbly, bartender named Lo. She recommended the calamari and the sliders. Both were amazing! She was so friendly and welcoming. I am getting married in the summer and she is helping me to plan my wedding reception. My guests are going to be blown away! I will be back very soon. The staff is going to know me by name. read more

Wonderful service Katrina and Mirna were amazing! 10/10 good yum service even better!

The food and atmosphere were great. We will definitely be going back. I was not sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised. Our waiter did a great job, and the service was very good. I only expect this place to get better, and I wish them the best of luck. read more

Absolutely wonderful, authentic and delicious! The service was timely and knowledgeable and the pasta dishes, especially shined. I had a seafood stew with mussels, clams, shrimp, and fish, and it was delightful. The dining room was comfortable and tables are spread out. I look forward to my return. read more

We attended a 70th Birthday party this weekend at Antica Nova. What a wonderful experience. Everything was perfect! The food, venue, and service was outstanding. We are already planning to go back to Antica Nova for our next dinner out. read more

Honestly the weirdest experience ever, as soon as I got there the hosts had no idea what was going on, she was arguing with the manager right in front of me and then made us wait 10 minutes even though no one was there. Felt like a pyramid scheme, none of the workers looked liked they knew what was happening. For some reason the food was pretty good but it was weird. read more

Worst restaurant. Don't ever step your foot inside this restaurant. Very bad behavior by the owner Anthony and his staff. I had reserved this place to celebrate my daughter's birthday for a party of six. I had cancelled in prior to 24 hours and duly it was acknowledged by the restaurant. Shocked to see a $400 charge on my credit card, after calling a number of times now I see the charge still appearing in my credit card for $210. Not sure why. I am one who's called the restaurant more than 5-6 times now, every time I hear that Anthony is busy attending meetings, attending the kitchen, taking care of rush hour, I wait patiently. No return calls or no text messages as of now. My last call was last evening. Sheer frustration, they offered restaurant dine in back card which I don't want, all I need is my money back. I don't know why the owner doesn't seem to understand. Be aware before making a reservation in this restaurant. Your money will be gone forever. I don't recommend this restaurant at all to anyone in the future. read more

Antica Nova - Lounges Near Me - Troy, Michigan

The food here was decent. The appetizers we got were very good which included the Cesar salad and caprese. We got two different pastas. One was the fettuccine and it came out ice cold. We sent it back and it came back out lukewarm. The gnocchi was good and came out hot. I also ordered an espresso martini which was filled with ice which was very odd to me. I mentioned it and they said they could strain it. The service was also not the best. Our waiter took very long to come to our table and take our order and seemed very frazzled the whole time. We had to ask for the bill twice. read more

For starters, I LOVED the ambiance. So calming, I really expected the menu prices to be more expensive, but I think they were perfect and standard for a nice place. I had the Gnocchetti Al Piacere pomodoro and buffala. It was cooked perfectly and it was just enough to fill me up. Looking to be back soon! read more

Too bad this restaurant wasn't up to my expectations. Nice ambiance but slow service and food just so-so. I was anticipating its opening since I heard about it, but I guess I set the standard too high and left highly disappointed instead. Unfortunately, I wont be giving it another try. read more

Food is outstanding, I have gone 2 times since they opened. Great atmosphere, excellent service and Food is amazing. Try the specials! Italian food with a twist. Love it! read more

We chose to try Antica Nova for dinner on the worst night of the Year, New Year's Eve. Typically a limited menu at inflated prices, crowded, and indifferent service. Our experience was quite the opposite. The airy, beautiful dining room with fireplaces lit at both ends provided an elegant, relaxed atmosphere. The fixed-price 5-course dinner had multiple choices to suit any taste. The entire meal was excellent, and nicely presented in an unhurried manner. While the lamb, chicken, and pasta dishes were tasty, the whole Mediterranean Sea Bass was the star for me. Oh well, next time! My lamb chops were tender with a slight hint of mint. I loved my crunchy cannoli and expresso for dessert. The Tiramisu was the best I've tasted. The evening was made so much more special by our server Louis, a true professional providing attentive service without being intrusive. Thanks to Anthony, chief cook and bottle washer whose vision for his restaurant provided a wonderful experience for our party. We wish him success. While this review is a bit gushing of praise, I swear I'm not Anthony's mother writing this! read more