We decided to go out for some pasta on a Saturday night in Worcester. There's a lot adjacent to the building and it was packed, but thankfully we found parking. We didn't have reservations and didn't have to wait to be seated. The restaurant decor was nice and lighting was more on the dimmer side. Our waiter was very friendly and quick. We had the Chicken Milanese with Italian sausage and the Steak with potatoes and broccoli. It was very good and plentiful enough to take leftovers. read more

Nuovo - Steak, Potatoes and Broccoli - Italian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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The food here was really good, and we were lucky enough to get a table right by the window, which was perfect for people-watching and taking in all the activity outside. I also had a great cocktail that I really enjoyed. The only downside was our waitress. She wasn't rude, but she just didn't seem very friendly or personable, and it honestly left me wondering if I'd done something wrong. Service can really make a difference in the overall experience. Overall, I'd still recommend Nuovo. The food and location make it worth visiting. I'd say it has a bit more of an older, quieter crowd, so if that's your vibe, you'll probably really enjoy it. read more

Our waiter was fantastic, attentive, but didn't rush us by any means. We had a nice Sangiovese to start. The Arancini was an excellent choice for a starter. Although the menu says 2, it actually has 3. I had the Linguine Allan Carbonara. It was a little more pepper than I was used to, but it was very tasty. I may add more pepper when I make mine now. The other two orders were Chicken Parm with ziti and a twin filet special. I tasted each for scientific reasons and both were also very good. We got there on the early side (5:30) and were seated in one of the best seats in the house at the front window. It started filling up when we were leaving around 7. Wry nice interior and the bar area looks pretty cool too. We grabbed an on street parking spot right in front. read more

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Good service, gave us a nice booth for my hubby's bday last minute, yummy food and drinks.

My husband recently picked Nuovo for his birthday dinner. It was our first time here. We arrived shortly after opening on a Saturday afternoon and were seated at a very small table for 2 near the back. First of all we noticed most tables had a light over each one and ours didn't which made it very difficult to read the menu (thank goodness for phone flashlights!), we ordered drinks (husband was disappointed in the beer selection) and appetizers. For our appetizers he picked the mussels which he thought were good, but mentioned the place across the street makes the best mussels. I ordered bruschetta and I was surprised how little bread they served with it (there were 4 little pieces of bread) as I thought there would be plenty of the 2 of us. The bruschetta was delicious though. For our meals he ordered lasagna which he thought was very good and I ordered the eggplant parmigiana which was delicious and I had plenty left over to take home for another meal. For dessert we ordered the tiramisu which was good. All in all it was a very good meal, but nothing really stood out. read more

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looking for a new italian restaurant in worcester, decided to try nuovo based on reviews; not the best choice. first, we arrived at 6 for our reservations, we were pleasantly greeted by the hostesses & seated by the window on a rainy day. kelvin was our server, and he was friendly & accommodating. we started with cocktails, including the nuovo fling and the perfect manhattan, which were both very weak and unsatisfying. nuovo fling was at least sweet, but definitely avoid cocktails here if you rarely have them, and like to enjoy them when you do. the wine list was also weak, and i ordered the pinot grigio which was extremely sweet, and my date ordered the illuminati, where his family is from, and he was not impressed. for our appetizer, we ordered the bruschetta based on kelvin's recommendation and it was the best part of our meal. not the best we've tried, but the best plate of our evening. it could have included two more small bread slices to go with the large portion of tomatoes, although it did taste great. no bread service offered. for our meals, i was happy to see nuovo scallops on their specials menu, and my date ordered chicken parm. i was able to replace the sun-dried tomato risotto with ortega rice, which i think went great with the scallops, however, the dish did not taste like a special. i didn't love how they were prepared, although not bad, could have had a nice crisp searing. they served a large portion of rice with the six reasonably sized scallops, but i felt it was overcompensating. the specials came with a house salad, priced at $5 on the menu, and i asked for a caesar salad instead, listed at $6 on the menu, which i assumed would be a $1 up charge since it came with the house salad. kelvin did offer the house salad with caesar dressing and said there would be an up charge, but i assumed the up charge would be $1. we were charged $6. they assembled the caesar with dressing on top, so i had to mix it myself, and felt the pieces could have been cut smaller, but i am happy they didn't overload it with croutons. if a dish comes with a $5 salad, and you want a different one listed at $6, i think the up charge should have been $1, and it was misleading for an "ok" salad. i tried the chicken parm, and we both felt the sauce was entirely too sweet, penne was slightly overcooked, chicken was just okay, and fresh parmesan was not available. while they have a nice selection of desserts, based on our meal we decided to pass. cocktails 2.6/10 wine list 2/10 bruschetta 7/10 caesar salad: 4.5/10 scallops 4.5/10 chicken parm 5.6/10 the service at nuovo is great & prompt, but the food & wine list could use some work. we assumed this would be good based on reviews, and it being across from one eleven chop house, but sadly will not likely return. if you are a foodie, don't be surprised. ambiance: 3/5 food: 2.7/5 drinks: 2.3/5 service: 4.2/5 nuovo: 3/5 read more

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Great food and i liked how clean and well-organized the place was. Definitely a spot I'd come back to with friends or family. Highly recommended! read more

Service was pleasant and efficient . The food was not good at all. Bruschetta crostini were soggy and over seasoned with balsamic vinegar. Vodka sauce was inedible with mushy pasta. Find another restaurant. read more

' When food is your drug of choice, it's best to be the dealer.' Nuovo is an Italian dealer! Two times- I have been to Nuovo TWO TIMES and it's dependably good! I am not going to lie I have had the same food (pretty much both times) and I just want more! Let me tell you more: Reservations: Easy to make online (for a table of 8 or 3, it's been easy both times.) The Restaurant: it's dark and elegant inside but not too elegant that you feel out of place in jeans! It has set a mood and I like it! The Staff: Both times- super engaging and nice. The bartender was great at giving suggestions. The food: Bread with oil and balsamic garlic dipping sauce: Love me some balsamic! Thank you! Arancini balls- not the best I have ever had but appreciate the size (like a large meatballs) and like the two sauces (it's red and maybe a vodka sauce? Cooked to perfection. Caprese Burrata: THE FRESHEST TOMATOES! I love burrata and balsamic so this is just a HUGE win here! Carbonara: The real star and reason I wanted to go back. Good portion, pancetta cooked perfectly and a plenty! Creamy! Pasta cooked to perfection. The flavor is just what my taste buds like. This dish is amazing! 5 Yelp stars along for this dish. read more

Nuovo - Caprese burrata - Italian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

We have been frequent visitors to Nuovo. We returned this past Friday evening and had a terrific experience. Our meals were outstanding- two of the specials. The service was spot on and as always, the owners came out to check in on us. Nuovo never disappoints! read more

Went last night for Birthday celebration and have eaten there many times. Service is always on point and friendly. I ordered the chicken parm, which is essentially one of the easiest dishes any Italian restaurant can serve, but what I got was 2 perfectly shaped and breaded frozen Tyson chicken patties with a little melted cheese with ziti and sauce. Disappointing to say the least. The ziti and sauce were good, but it was obvious to everyone at the table these were frozen chicken patties. read more

There is valet parking in a parking lot adjacent to the restaurant, which was nice on a cold winter evening. The lot is smallish, but from past experience there's usually no problem finding parking on Shrewsbury street. The ambience is fine, quite pleasant actually. The drinks menu is very creative and the drinks we ordered were very good. The restaurant offers a good wine list, with typical restaurant markups. The calamari appetizer was fine, nothing exceptional, but our food (lobster mac & cheese and lobster risotto) was superb, the best we've had for quite some time. Service was excellent, attentive but not overbearing. It was interesting to note that our waitress, who was also the bartender, after bringing water and before taking our drinks order became temporarily very busy with a group that came and sat at the bar. This was noticed and another waiter came to take our drinks order. Prices are not atypical for the area and certainly not bad for the quality of the food and service. And our check came with a couple of complimentary glasses of prosecco; we had asked the waitress to take our picture, having mentioned that this was our wedding anniversary. read more

This is our special date night spot. We've never had anything bad and the Salmon Atlantico dish is one of the best seafood dishes I've ever had! read more

Nuovo - Salmon Atlantico - Italian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

When I'm in Worcester this is one of my family's go-to's. In Connecticut I'm a little spoiled with amazing Italian food so for me it's meh. I do love their meatballs. I have tried the chicken piccata it's pretty good. I've ordered the chicken Caesar salad before, had a funny taste, didn't finish the chicken. Nothing exceptional. But by far the most disturbing was this "filet mignon" special. First of all, they're trying to pass this off as actual filet mignon, you can tell by looking at it it's not. And no chef would ever cut filet mignon into 3oz medallions- so I should've known better. Was so fatty, tasted like chuck/stew meat. I kept trying to salvage some of it but it was so chewy I just kept spitting it out. The cognac sauce was good however whatever the mashed potatoes were seasoned with did not pair with the sauce at all. It tasted sour or spoiled. Didn't eat those either. As far as the presentation it speaks for itself; however this was a take-out order so I don't hold high standards on appearance. Also pictured was the eggplant Parm, on a positive note my mother did enjoy it though it was an extremely small portion for dinner ($21, pasta is extra). I have ordered the vegetables as a side dish before, very small portion (came in pint container 1/2 full) for $10 but tasty. Greek salad was good, if I remember correctly they make their own dressing. While this place would not be my choice, my family does like it so I'm going to stick with the meatballs next time. read more

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Regrettably, I can't offer more than 3 stars for this dining experience. We dined at Nuovo after a work event, and while the location is convenient with ample parking, making an OpenTable reservation highly advisable. Regarding the dishes: Arancini: Overly cheesy and sweet. Fig special: Fig reduction seemed more like added sugar. Eggplant rollatini: Overpowered by heavy cheese. Seafood Cioppino with Fra diavolo sauce: Although it wasn't as spicy as expected it was really good. The mussels and the fish were perfectly cooked and that was something I could have again. I wish they had some more fish ( Only stuffed haddock was there) or even Lamb instead of so many pasta items. However, the 3-star rating is due to a few issues. Bread wasn't served with the entree, and despite our early arrival on a Tuesday evening, food arrived quite delayed, with no communication from the staff. Even a devil's patience has limits. read more

I fought the urge to choose a restaurant I know and love for our farewell dinner with work friends and instead decided to sample Nuovo before our departure. Fortunately, the group was in agreement because who is disappointed at the prospect of a plate full of pasta? I made a reservation for 7:15pm on a Wednesday and we probably didn't need one in retrospect but I like to play it safe. Right out of the gate, the service was great. Due to the staggered nature of the party's arrivals, our poor server had to introduce himself about 3 times but he had a great attitude. They have a solid drink menu with multiple options that speak to me. I settled on the coconut margarita and as a whore for anything coconut flavored, I really enjoyed this drink. It was definitely on the sweeter side, which I like, but if that isn't your thang I might recommend another cocktail. I subsequently ordered the grapefruit prosecco, which tastes as you would expect. Finally, I ordered an aperol spritz which was lovely and refreshing in the summer. Typically after 3 drinks I would be like bathing in an alcohol pool but on this occasion, not quite as much as I would expect after 3 drinks? Blame it on the carbs... One of the things that I loved about our dining experience is that our server didn't rush our asses whatsoever. We really wanted to relish the evening and our server asked for our orders one course at a time, allowing us to really draw the fuck out of it and enjoy each other's company. For our first course, we decided to share an order of arancini, coconut shrimp, and fig mascarpone. The arancini are 2 huge arancini balls, it says "stuffed green peas, deep fried, and a side of marinara sauce". This was IT. They were so crispy on the outside and tasted creamy and luscious on the inside. I would beg to differ on the peas part, as someone who is obsessed with peas my expectation may have been too high, but I didn't really notice them. Regardless, they were delicious. I do not eat seafood so cannot personally comment on the shrimp but I heard very good things, even from GF who is not usually a shrimp bitch. Unfortunately, we couldn't order the fig mascarpone because they were out of figs, to the big disappointment of one of my dining partners who was really looking forward to that shit. I considered ordering a salad to keep the pipes moving but something about how similar all of the salads on the menu seem changed my mind. Instead, I added a side order of broccoli to main order penne alla giardiniera which the server kindly helped me pronounce lmao. Both the drunk ziti and eggplant parm were on back up in case they couldn't accommodate my request of NO ONIONS but, to my delight, everything is made to order. At least, that's what I took from the server's response that I can "have anything I want". The pasta dish, penne with zucchini, summer squash, tomatoes, and spinach sauteed in olive oil, garlic, and a white wine sauce, was flavored wonderfully and provided a hefty portion of pasta. The pasta had a bit of a bite, but I would have preferred a touch more al dente. The broccoli was also enjoyable. Dining companions ordered one of their specials, pappardelle with shrimp and scallops, tortellini con funghi, and fettucine alfredo with broccoli and chicken. I heard nothing but rave reviews from those broads. Maybe we just drink too fast but on a couple occasions I had finished my drink and placed it on the edge of the table to draw attention to the fact that I would like to order a drink, without being asked. I would also like to add that the server MADE FUN of me for ordering a side of broccoli because I was ordering too many vegetables. I hate to think about how constipated someone is if adding a side of broccoli to a dish with vegetables is thought to be "too many vegetables". Anyways, this was a solid Italian spot on Shrewsbury St. read more

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I had grandparents who lived off of Shrewsbury St. for many years starting when they arrived here from Italy in the 1920's. So, our history runs deep in this area. Nuovo was a wonderful find on Shrewsbury St in Worcester. we made reservations online with no problem at all. Arrival was easy with Valet parking right next to the building. Our table was ready and we sat right way. First up was beverages: 1. House water - as expected it tasted like Worcester water. So, we bought bottled water instead. No big deal at all 2. Cocktails - Linda got the Nuovo mojito which she loved and I got a Bombay Sapphire Martini, up, with twist. You will see a picture of my martini after a few sips. These drinks were quite small for the 12$ each price tag. Appetizer was Fig mascarpone in filo dough. Nice dish. Salad was wonderful. we got the Cesar salad. Fresh, crisp, and nice dressing. Main Course: 1.Linda opted for the Lobster meat and tail Mac and Cheese. Loaded with lobster. She said it was a good choice for her. 2. I went for the cioppino which was loaded. Came with a red sauce (Gravy) which was delightful. Not spicey! Did not come with bread to soak up the gravy. Had to ask for it. No big issue, the bread came out right away Staff responsiveness was very good. We had Michelle as our head waiter who was fun to talk to and was very efficient. The owners, Loretta and her husband Alex (head chef) separately stopped by our table to say hello. Nice touch since they were looking for any feedback that would make our experience better. And there were none. The pictures I took are later in the courses. I apologize for having these pics, but it may still give you an idea of the quality of the menu offerings. Linda and I would certainly return to this cozy, high quality restaurant. read more

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We have been here a couple of times and have always had a good experience. The food is good and prompt and there is a decent selection. It may be a bit pricey but for a nice night out where you don't have to worry it's worth it. I think my favorite part this time was they did not overcook the lobster and the tail was not watery or shriveled so I assume it was fresh. It was tasty if nothing else. read more

Our family had a great time celebrating 2 birthdays. Dinner was great! Tim our waiter was very nice and attentive with service. The ambiance was perfect for conversation and family time. Loretta was a pleasure to speak it when making the reservation and very accommodating when change was needed. Overall great time and we will return! read more

Had reservations for 9 to celebrate our daughter. food and service perfect. I was able to preorder Apps and Wine for table followed by a toast and Salad course then main dishes and desserts. Everything was timed perfect and came out fresh hot and together. Staff was perfect. We'll be back for sure. read more

We stopped in at this family owned and run Italian restaurant in Worcester for restaurant week. We were immediately sat by a friendly hostess and then handed a huge menu with so many choices. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. We were there for restaurant week and so we went off that wedding menu. Wife had the Eggplant Rotini, a delicious eggplant light battered and served in a homemade sauce, I had the bruschetta, also a delicious delight. For our main course wife went with the Pappardelle Bolognese, a hearty homemade pasta dish with plenty of meat, but what made the dish was the amazing sauce. I had the Chicken Francaise with risotto. The risotto was good and the chicken nice and thin with a sauce that complimented it. Bar menu offered a good variety of wines, as well as beer on tap and some signature cocktails. As we were eating the owner stopped by our table and made sure everything was to our liking. A very nice and attentive chef who was proud of his food. There was also some live music in the bar area, with a casual but talented singer read more

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If you are looking for a great meal and a wonderful experience... go have dinner at Nuovo in Worcester and sit at the bar! We have eaten here many times, but we now eat exclusively at the bar because of their bar tender, "T". He is an absolute class act human being. He pays attention, treats you like family... is charismatic, funny, and charming... the food is amazing and the atmosphere is lovely. Do yourself a favor and go out for dinner!!!! read more

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My wife and I had a nice private table by the bar. Food was excellent. Service was good. Our waitress was fun. The timing of the drinks was a little off with the food and the drinks seemed a little small but everything was delicious. The special muscles were honestly some of the best muscles I've ever had in my life, served with a Dijon mustard sauce. I also had a perfectly cooked medium rare rack of lamb. Well seasoned vegetables and creamy mashed potatos. I would definitely visit again. read more

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We held a retirement dinner for 12 people on a Thursday evening (yesterday), and the entire event was a huge success. The area set aside for us was very comfortable (carafes of ice water on the tables, which I love!), the staff (bartender, host, valet, waitstaff) was so welcoming (even offering to put a bouquet of flowers for the retiree in a vase of water for us!), and the food and service was top notch. The appetizers were incredible, I highly recommend the fig and mascarpone dish, and the arancini. Everyone raved about their meals, and I enjoyed my shrimp scampi - delicious. We never felt rushed, we were so full we only ordered dessert to go for our guest of honor, and several of us had doggy bags to enjoy the next day. Would highly recommend for a special date or group event - I will definitely be back! read more

Fettuccine Alfredo is bland and oily... meatballs are super soft but the sauce was good. Chicken parm sauce was way too sweet. read more

Nuovo - Italian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Food was okay but the service was poor. We sat for a good 40 minutes before we got service. Then the drink order was wrong, it took forever for them to even take our dinner order. It was a party of 8 but we were in the middle of the floor and people were getting served all around us. No idea why it was so poor. read more

Very nice Italian restaurant in the heart of Worcester. All entrees were very good. Very nice interior decor. Great bar , I would go back read more

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Amazing / exceptional food, drinks, hospitality!! The owner was also extremely professional, knowledgeable and I can't wait to have my rehearsal dinner here!!!! Highly recommend! Good vibes and environment! Sexy! read more

Big menu and tasty Italian cuisine. Waitstaff was polite and helpful when around but really slow. They started clearing out table and then forgot us. About 15min later, they finished clearing table, held up a menu and asked "anyone want dessert?" Of course not if you offer (and don't tempt at all) that way. Not sure I will be back - more likely I will go to Via, across the street. read more

I've heard so much about Nuovo and it definitely lived up to the hype! The ambiance is great with the dim lighting and more elegant feel. Our server was awesome, super friendly, and had great recommendations. The food was great too. The pasta was very flavorful while still light and definitely was a perfect sized dish! The tiramisu martini was also perfect. Can't wait to come back :) read more

Love this Place. Great Food In Worcester Delicious and Fresh. Great Environment. Best Service from Waitstaff and Management 5 Stars all the way. read more

We love Nuovo, it's one of our favorite spots for Italian in the Worcester area. The food and drinks are great, not to mention the awesome staff that works there. Very attentive and want to make sure you enjoy your time, they provide a great experience. read more

This Italian restaurant had a large menu and for me, it is usually not a good sign as I have always asked myself if it was possible to prepare that many dishes while preserving the freshness and the flavors. But it is not a hard rule and there are some great Chinese with big menus that are in fact very good. I was invited for a business dinner but there was no set menu so we chose a la carte. The ambiance is more business casual and appropriate for a variety of events. The owner and servers were very nice and joyful. The service was prompt and courteous. We had an assortment of Italian appetizers : meatballs, charcuterie, octopus, fried cheese balls. All decent but I would have liked the meatballs to be less soft with more assertive flavors. My friend got a bowl of pasta and looked fine but not unusual . I had two small beef filets with a supposedly cognac sauce ( steak au poivre). The meat was cooked perfectly well but the sauce was bland. The side of risotto was compact and serve a large portion. It was way too creamy and heavy. In summary, a 3.5 star more than a a 4 . I rounded up the rating because of the good service. For me, definitely not a foodie destination but a solid address in worcester for an Italian meal. read more

My focus at this joint was my undying need to consume carbonara. If you enjoy the traditional carbonara, this is the place to order from. The simplicity of the dish is what makes it great, minimal ingredients, but very flavorful. I researched for the best pasta that followed closest to those traditions and landed on Nuovo restaurant and it did get the job done. So much, I went another time, before leaving town. This will now be my go-to Carbonara spot. I didn't dine in but from what I can tell, it isn't necessarily the biggest restaurant but it's in a decent sized place. The decor is slightly fancier, and a little intimate. There is parking offered but not large. The staff are kind, and the order timing here is pretty good, I've never had to wait, and everything is piping hot, I'm sure their other dishes are just as good, but Carbonara is my absolute favorite. next time I am in town, I will try something new. read more

Nuovo - Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Went for the first time the other night. It was overall a pretty good meal, but they have a crazy amount of up-charges for a traditional Italian place (bread rolls for .50 a person, $4 to add pasta to a dish that I've never seen not come with it) which was surprising. They were very diligent with the Covid guidelines read more

Nuovo - Chicken Parmesan - Italian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

We had date night at Nuovo and it was a great experience. There is limited street parking but there is a very convenient courtesy valet right next door. The valet was very nice and took our car quickly. We entered the restaurant before our reservation but the hostess was able to sit us as the table was ready. Service was very quick and professional. We had a few orange martinis which I highly recommend. For an appetizer we ordered the bolognese fries. Delicious. I had the rigatoni and pink vodka sauce. It was an excellent choice. For dessert we had the molten land cake and ice cream. It was good. Very rich was would be expected. After the appetizer and entree we should gave skipped dessert. No reflection on the restaurant, I was just very full. I felt the waiter was attentive and courteous. We'll return in the future. read more

Delicious take on Italian classics Ordered off the specials menu Fresh and flavorful read more

If you are looking authentic Italian, this is not your stop. I'm a lover of chicken parm. Last night I was served two chicken Patties covered with under seasoned sauce and mozzarella. The sangria was pretty good, the calamari was pretty good, and my affogato was a nice finish to the night.. but I can't get over being served chicken patties. The ambiance was nice and our server was very attentive. read more

Nuovo - My leftover chicken parm patty In the daylight. - Italian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Ordered delivery. Came fast and was hot. Sadly for the large price you would expect large flavor but the carbonara was quite bland and pancetta wasn't crispy. The Aranchini rice was undercooked which was very disappointing. The tiramisu was delish. The cake was dry and OK. Expected more for the price. Probably won't go back. read more

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Food is in phenomenal, beautiful atmosphere. Highly recommend their martinis, absolutely delicious. Meatballs for appetizer was great, Had the carbonara for my entree and it was wonderful. Everything is fresh and so flavorful Very nice and attentive waitress as well. Would definitely go back, decent pricing too read more