the place is super private and clean ! service 10/10 they attend really good and are always on task. Jonathan our server was always on top on attending us. Food was super good, the fried rice was a 10/10 recommended ! read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Colin is the best waiter that we have ever had. It's our first time at nova but the experience was great thanks to him. The food was not only amazing but so was the customer service. I can't wait to come here again especially if Colin is serving us. read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - chow mein +chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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First of really love the ambiance but I think what really stood out was the service. Our server Chris really delivered such amazing service, he helped give great food recommendations. We really appreciated his honesty when it came to his recommendations as well and that goes a long way in our eyes. Miso and the short ribs were amazing ! Will be coming back :) read more

Shout out to Chris for the great customer service! Food was 5/5! Drinks were strong just like how we like it! We will definitely be back when we visit :) read more

Came back here after a couple of years for happy hour. Disappointed to see they took the calamari off the menu - it was one of my favorites. Got the crispy tuna, which was still as good as I remembered. The spicy wonton was a little dry, possibly because of the type of wrapper they use. Also tried the unagi bowl, which was good - the eel was tender and flavorful. For drinks, I tried the Sunset in Kyoto. It came with this cute little bear that's actually a sweetener. Make sure to remove it after mixing, otherwise the drink can get way too sweet. I was also reminded how dark it is inside - you definitely need the little table lamp to read the menu! Ample parking, though, which is always a plus. Overall, a decent happy hour, but I definitely miss the calamari! read more

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Tried Nova with some friends for the first time and it was amazing! Johnathan was an excellent and very handsome server! High class vibe without the crazy prices. Service was attentive, kind, and well paced. Had a variety of noodles, and some sushi rolls. Nothing bad to say about the food. Savory and a good amount for sharing. Good decor and ambience, like a house club but tastier. read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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The sushi here is delicious and the quality of fish is worth it x 1000. I came here last weekend for a Saturday night - I definitely suggest booking a reservation. It's located next to a hotel offering valet parking. They validate you full at the restaurant. The music is good, the service is fast, and the vibes are great. This is a perfect date night spot. The tables are located in one big room but separated well. There is a sushi bar inside a separate room with other tables which wasn't being used. Even upon entering, I immediately thought that this place is perfect for pictures. Their cocktail menu is big with super cute drink options. I highly recommend Nova and had a wonderful experience here. read more

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Came here for my birthday and it's definitely a cute place for the girlies. The whole restaurant is very aesthetic, and even the bathrooms are cute enough that people spend their sweet time in there taking selfies. The food quality was good and everything felt pretty well put together. The ambiance is probably one of the biggest reasons to come here though. It's lively, fun, and definitely works well for birthdays, girls' nights, or any occasion where you want somewhere that feels a little more dressed up without being overly formal. It does get really crowded, especially during busier hours, and parking can somehow still be difficult even though there's a huge parking lot. Overall, I'd come back for the atmosphere and experience. It's a fun spot if you want good food, cute surroundings, and somewhere that feels a little more special than your everyday dinner. read more

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Had such a great time at Nova! Such a vibe with a romantic ambiance. Food & drinks were fantastic. Highly recommend the NY Steak and pork belly baos! Don't skip out on their crafted cocktails. Jay was our server and he was very attentive and friendly. He really made our experience special. Definitely would come again! read more

We visited the Nova Kitchen & Bar for happy hour and the dishes were small but very tasty. We tried the cucumber roll which was fresh and tasty. We also had the garlic noodles which were very garlicky but tasted pretty good . We also had the fried chicken bars which were hot and fresh. They were quite a bit spicy but good. The service was by Jay was excellent. I would highly recommend eating at Nova Kitchen & Bar. read more

Ambience (8/10): Modern, upscale decor gives this spot a refined yet welcoming feel--perfect for a relaxed happy hour. Food: * Mini Chirashi Bowl (8/10): Beautifully presented, remarkably fresh, and packed with flavor. * NY Steak (6.5/10): The chimichurri sauce was a great touch and the presentation was spot-on. While the steak was slightly overcooked and tough, it's still a solid value at $20. Service (10/10): Santana was outstanding--fast, warm, and professional from start to finish. Overall (8/10): A enjoyable experience with great service and solid food. I'll definitely be returning. *Pro tip: Park in the adjacent hotel lot and bring the ticket with you. Nova will validate and save you $21 read more

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Celebrated my bday here.. and 10/10 recommend! Good vibes, good food. Inside is really cute. Service was great. Fun drinks and fun food presentations. They even gave a cute little bday card. Had a great time! read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Been here so many times before and have loved it every time! My recent visit remains the same with my fav dishes of the night being the sinigang wings and the blackpink roll! as always, the service here is great! the place is loud but in the best way with people having fun and enjoying their meal! i forget how much i love this place can't wait to go back again! read more

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I liked this location. We went at about 7 and it was still kid friendly. It was dim but not too dark and all the tables had a light to help with menu visibility and photos. The food was good and the prices matched the area. read more

The limitless brunch experience was pretty limited. We could only order a few items each round and the server came around 4 times during the 90 minute experience. We were able to order and try most of the items we wanted. It was pricey and still had add on items that required another fee like bottomless drinks or adding proteins. Nice to try but too many restrictions at that price point. read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Limitless brunch menu - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Great service! Modern and cozy atmosphere. Drinks were good and food was delicious! They validate parking which is a cherry on top! read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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3.5 stars, but rounded up because the restaurant's parking validation actually ended up covering past the two hour mark that I originally thought was the validation cap. I probably would cried if I had to pay for expensive Anaheim hotel parking, so thank you Nova for the assist. The food was just okay IMO. My friend took me here for a belated birthday celebration and we ordered a couple of their fan favorite dishes to share. This included: - Panko Crusted Salmon - Double Hamachi Roll - Panko Crusted Salmon - Gochu-nara Pasta - Scallion Pancake Asada Of these, the only dish that I'd order again would maybe be their Double Hamachi Roll and that probably be if it was ever offered under happy hour pricing. Their salmon on the other hand was actually very buttery and they cooked it surprisingly well, but the sauce surrounding it was pretty flavorless. It could've done with additional broccolini as well. Another bummer was that I had heard such amazing things about their Scallion Pancake Asada appetizer, but was only to be left unfulfilled and couldn't enjoy one of favorite forms of steak to its full potential. You're going to laugh when you find out why. It wasn't because of the way it was cooked or seasoned. It wasn't because of the warmth of the dish. It wasn't even because of the portion of the meal or the price point. It was literally because the slices of skirt steak were too thick for me to bite through, and our server never brought out knives for us to dine with, so I just suffered in silence.. trying to power through the jaw strength of all of my ancestors combined. On top of all of this, they didn't really do anything for my birthday either even though I noted it in my OpenTable reservation, so that was kinda meh. I'm open to giving them another shot and trying out their happy hour in the future since I'm local and I know restaurants/servers have their off days, but dang I'm really hoping that the next experience is more redeeming than the last. read more

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What a great find on a Friday night! I love how creative these sushi rolls were. My favorites were all the nigiri bellies ( toro, hamachi, salmon belly) and the uni was very tasty! The double hamachi was great and had a great kick to it. Thank you Alyssa for taking care of us and for all the recommendations. I left feeling fat and satisfied. read more

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This place was amazing! Celebrated friends birthday here in Whiskey room. It was private and fun. The place adds a good feel of night club, it gets your energy pumped up. The drinks were all really good. One drink that lingers on my mind is my revenge. It had a green snake in the glass and smoky flavor, the server serves the drink with lid on top. When the lid is removed, smoke comes out making a nice instagram video. Food was amazing. Asian fusion at its finest, recommend you to get the green scallion pancake with carne asada. Book your next friends gathering event here and enjoy the good food and drinks read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - My revenge - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Cool spot for all occasions! Very aesthetically appealing cocktails are a plus. Johnathan was our server and was attentive even on a busy Friday night. The best dish I got tonight was the cod. It melts in your mouth like butter read more

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Our family of 8 celebrated Father's Day dinner at Nova, and we had a wonderful experience. Make sure to validate your parking, they have plenty of parking available. The restaurant itself is beautiful, classy, and has a great ambiance. The hosts and servers were all friendly and attentive. A special shoutout to our server for recommending the Father's Day special; otherwise, we probably would have spent much more! We ordered the tomahawk special with two additional steaks for $120, Floating Garlic Noodles, Sashimi Platter, Pork Belly Bao, Dragon Breath sushi roll, sinigang wings, and for dessert, the Matcha tiramisu and Chocolate Ganache Cake . We also enjoyed their $5 draft beers and sake. For a family of 8, our total came out to less than $500, which was a great value considering the quality and amount of food. Everything we ordered was delicious, the service was excellent, and the overall atmosphere made our Father's Day celebration extra special. We'll definitely be back! read more

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This was our first time at Nova, and we had such an amazing experience! The customer service was truly exceptional, and a huge part of that was because of Dennis. He was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming from the moment we arrived. He made sure we were comfortable, checked in on us throughout the evening without ever being intrusive, and went above and beyond to make our experience special. We will absolutely be coming back to Nova and hope to have Dennis take care of us again. Highly recommend! read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Wanting elegant, upscale Asian fusion food? I've always been looking for a stylish spot for celebrations... until I found Nova. Located right next to the Hyatt Regency Orange County and just minutes away from Disneyland Resort!! Check out ths Dragon's Breath! What. The. Flame. And speaking of celebrations... we're here celebrating our first Catalina trip! I mean, yeah... we're eating this fresh sashimi after spending the day looking at fish. The irony is not lost on us. So let's get into some meat! Kung Pao Chicken and a Chashu Bowl. Taking familiar favorites and presenting them in a refined way. Also, the Cornstar Cream Mocktail. So trendy! IG: socalhkfoodies read more

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The vibe is vibing at Nova and the service with Chris was amazing! So attentive, great food, and awesome recommendations. Thank you for the experience and the delicious food! read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Novaruption Amai Miso Cod - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

This review is directed specifically for their Sunday limitless brunch. I would consider this one of my top favorite brunch place. I think the price is decent for the type of dishes you can choose. Their food is exceptional overall. I love that it is Asian food. My favorites was their ube pancakes, blue crab handroll, pork belly Benedict, steak and eggs, and scallop fried rice. Their matcha toast was on the bitter side for me. It wasn't too crowded and the ambiance is nice. Service was great and quick. Overall, it's my type of food that I like and I had a great time. read more

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This place is dangerous. I knew that eating here might cause a gout flare up. My wife had picked this place for Mother's Day brunch. I didn't have a choice. They had all the high purine foods possible for a flareup like crab, shrimp and prime rib. All favorites of mine. They had breakfast items like sausage, bacon and waffles. I don't know if they do this weekly, but, they did have a guy distributing the crab legs. Our empty plates were regularly cleared. They have a good brunch. Take the gout pill prior to eating here. You can eat more without fear. read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Came back. Chris was a rock star. Service has been nothing but steller. Highly recommend the sushi. The chili wontons are very tasty as well. read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

A cup of fried rice for $18? This is nuts, it didn't even taste great. Parked for 10 minutes and the parking wanted to charge too. read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Didn't expect it to be a cup at $18, I was expecting an entree - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Don't be discouraged when you see that you have to pay for parking they validate if you dine in. We were greeted by Tram the host at the front and a really really cute ambience of a holographic Koi fish pond. Really cute photo op spots. Although it was a Friday night around 8:30 PM, we didn't make a reservation as we just found this place but it took about 10-15 minutes to get seated. It looks like there was a good amount of bigger parties, but not a lot of servers. Besides service being a little slow the drinks were bomb. We ordered the ASMR which stands for angry stick mango rice drink, and we also got the My Revenge. 11/10 drinks. The chili garlic wontons were really good. Beware it is pork and shrimp. We loved them. We also got the pork belly baos and it was ehh (a little too much hoisin sauce). Plain tasting, but pork belly was soft. But we got the floating noodles which were super cool and tasted good. And we also got one roll which was called the double Hamachi roll. I rate the roll a 9/10. Alyssa was our server and she was very knowledgeable of the menu as this was our first time here as well as the drinks and all things that pertain to what have nuts and what did not and helped me through that which I really appreciate. read more

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We went there for happy hour and they actually have a great menu for happy hour. I was quite surprised. Alex was fantastic! Very attentive! Their food is always good whenever we go. read more

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Place was great, vibes were amazing! Our server Alyssa T. was amazing the whole time, very quick with everything. 10/10 recommended ! Drinks and food was great !! read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Seating area - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Great food, drinks and ambience. Our server Johnathan was amazing! He explained the menu and the specials really well and made us feel welcomed read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Smore than a martini - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Food is sooo good got soo many plates Steak 9/10 Yellow tail hamachi 10/10 Veggie potstickers 8/10 Crispy tuna rice 9/10 Kong pow chicken 7.5/10 And 3 rolls lol - inferno 6/10 - pink something 4/10 - the seared salmon one 10/10 It's my friends birthday and everything went great Nice spot Shout out to our waiter Johnathan ! read more

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Absolutely fantastic. Great food. Close by the hotels. We got a whole spread of food. My favorite was the shrimp tempura. The noodles was a very nice presentation. read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Finally! This restaurant has been on my saved list for years and I finally got to go. As a walk-in on a Friday night I only had to wait 10 or 15 minutes to be seated. The restaurant did seem to be shortstaffed, but everyone was working as the best as they could. OK, let's get into the food review part: Yellowtail and jalapeño- 4/5 Tuna tartare -3/5 Miso cod-3/5 Fried chicken bao-4/5 Floating noodles-3/5 Baked scallop roll-4/5 Spicy tuna on crispy rice-3/5 Molten chocolate cake-4/5 Mango mochi-5/5 The food was good, but not great. I really appreciated the fact how fast the food came, but the noodle dish was a little on the cold side and some of the flavors of the dishes just didn't excite me as much as I had hoped for. I also ordered a couple of cocktails that were reasonably priced around $15 each that took a long time to arrive and were not good in my opinion but I kept them because it would take too long for something else to come out. My server Jay did a great job with being attentive. The aesthetics of this restaurant are nice and there is a private dining area, which would be a great to host a special occasion but for me personally I'm not in the biggest rush to come back. If I do come back, it would be for their homemade mango mochi, which was amazing along with their fried chicken bao. read more

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It was my first time here and our server Koda was very helpful and kind! the ambiance and food was good and definitely will be coming back with my friends again for the good vibes it brings! thank you Koda for making this experience a 10/10 ! read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Woah this place is so amazing! Me and my family had a great time here especially having KODA as our server. He was a great server and highly detailed. Highly recommend coming here and having koda as your server. 10/10 read more

What a horrible place. Besides the ambiance which is great! Everything else is horrible. It took the waiter 20 minutes to get a draft beer. That's was the 1st thing I ordered. Food: ordered a sushi which was horrible and seemed like it was pre-made was put in freezer and defrost and served it to us. The chow mean was dry no flavors at all. It took the waiter forever to get soy and chillies sauce by that time the food was cold. The edamane was cold. The veggie and tofu was k, the tofu was crispy but no flavors very bland. The drinks were okay. Nothing special. Overall I would never come back to this place. read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Szechuan Tofu and Vegetables - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

We went on a Friday night and it was busy which made the service slow at times. But our server was nice and did the best he could. The decor of the restaurant was nice especially the backdrop. Food/drinks: As a vegetarian, I was not really impressed with the food as the options are limited. Some of the options were very bland. However, the cocktails were the best part - very creative and strong. read more

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Where's our server ???????? Birthday girl haven't got her food every one is already finishing their dinner Food is good and the place has so much potential too bad I don't even see the leed read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Dragon breath sushi's - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California