Nova Kitchen & Bar

4.5

855 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails

NOVA Kitchen & Bar is an experiential dining destination, exploring the five elements—wood, fire, earth, metal and water—to engage and tantalize the five senses of taste, smell, sight, touch and sound. The result? An ethereal and magical experience. Inspired by the transient astronomical event of a moving star, Nova empowers guests to experience the five dimensions of life on earth like they never have before.

We have a strict 10 minute grace period for reservations. At least half of your party must be present to be seated. Parties who are running late should call the restaurant prior to your reservation time to ensure your reservation doesn't get canceled. There are no same day reservations on Friday and Saturdays. Walk-ins are always welcome.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Fusion / Eclectic, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(714) 696-0888
Website
http://novaoc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Our venue is equipped to host private events, ensuring every occasion is memorable. We cater to all types of events, from corporate dinners to birthday parties, for groups of 10 to 200 people. For more information, email us at Info@NovaOC.com.

Location
12361 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Area
Anaheim
Parking details
We provide parking validation for up to three hours!
Additional
Dog Friendly, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Offers

Happy Hour Monday-Friday (4-6PM)
Multiple dates available
Fri - Sat - 16:00 - 23:00
Special Appetizers & Cocktail

Popular dishes

Shrimp CocktailUS$20.00
three jumbo shrimp / wasabi aioli / soy cocktail
Char Siu BaoUS$16.00
3pc, barbecue pork, sweet soy, oyster sauce
Pork Belly BaoUS$15.00
braised pork belly / hoisin / shiso / crushed peanut / kaiware sprout
Element DumplingUS$15.00
colorful assortment / pork / chick / soup dumplings
Wonton Corn DipUS$15.00
corn, chipotle aioli, wonton chips, yuzu, nori, asian spice, sakura cheese
Spicy Tuna Crispy RiceUS$15.00
serrano / spicy mayo
WingsUS$14.00
thai chili sauce / sesame seed / blue cheese avocado dip
Chili Oil WontonUS$14.00
pork / shrimp
Eggplant Tower (NEW)US$14.00
japanese eggplant / panko / tzatziki / yuzu / nori
Fried CalamariUS$14.00
sliced calamari steak / peppercini & cherry peppers / garlic butter
Brussel SproutsUS$13.00
sriracha / balsamic soy / itogaki / almond / chive
EdamameUS$9.00
traditional w. maldon salt OR garlic soy sauté
Miso SoupUS$5.00
seaweed / tofu / dashi

Rice & Noodz

Pork Belly Mac & Cheese (NEW)US$22.00
macaroni / braised pork belly./ negi / nori / mornay sauce
Floating Garlic NoodzUS$24.00
jumbo prawns / gravity noodles / garlic soy sauce
Fried Rice
scallop / egg / crispy shallot / shrimp
- VegUS$13.00
- SeafoodUS$15.00
Chow MeinUS$15.00
green cabbage / leek / sesame seed / dark soy
Dan Dan NoodleUS$14.00
ground pork / cilantro / szechuan chili sauce

Shaking BeefUS$24.00
prime / bok choy / pickled onion / garlic soy
The "NFC" NOVA Fried Chicken (NEW)US$22.00
3pc or 5pc / chicken thigh / garlic / dill pickle / house-made asian spices
Szechuan Tofu & VeggiesUS$19.00
vegetable medley / citrus schezuan sauce / fried tofu
Kung Pao ChickenUS$19.00
water chestnut / ginger soy sauce / peanut / scallion / rice
Seared Ahi Tuna SaladUS$17.00
garlic seared ahi / mix baby greens / yuzu citrus vinaigrette
Braised Pork BellyUS$16.00
curry noodles / seasame seeds / bell peppers / thai basil
Deep Dish Tuna "Pizza"US$16.00
crushed wontons / spicy tuna / avocado / green onions / wasabi aioli
Mushroom ToastUS$14.00
shimeji / baguette / truffle oil / saba / garlic aioli
Shrimp TempuraUS$14.00
tempura batter / togarashi / chive / spicy mayo

Table

The HawkUS$100.00
36oz bone in tomahawk ribeye / trumpet mushrooms / mustard soy glaze
Wagyu RibeyeUS$74.00
14oz / shishito / cherry tomato / herb butter / trumpet mushrooms
Manila RibeyeUS$74.00
14oz wagyu ribeye marinated 48 hours / marinated pineapple / sweet garlic / soy
NovaruptionUS$56.00
braised short ribs / fried basil leaves / maggi sauce / creamy slaw
Whole BranzinoUS$56.00
seasonal vegetable / yuzu burre blanc / chimichurri
Amai Miso CodUS$44.00
72hr miso marinated / miso reduction / bok choy / banana leaf
Wagyu Filet SkilletUS$40.00
5oz tenderloin / mushroom / caramelized onion / ponzu glaze / herb butter
Panko Crusted SalmonUS$34.00
sesame bok choy / saffron sauce / ginger garlic and panko crust
Thai Charred New York SteakUS$29.00
thai chutney / fried japanese eggplant / shoaxing truffle butter / block cut
Korean Galbi PlateUS$29.00
sweet soy marinade / kimchee / green onion
Teriyaki ChickenUS$23.00
chicken / daikon slaw / rice / pickled cucumber / sesame / teriyaki

Nigiri & Sashimi

Tuna
- Nigiri (2pc)US$9.00
- SashimiUS$13.00
Yellowtail Belly
- Nigiri (2pc)US$9.00
- SashimiUS$12.00
Yellowtail
- Nigiri (2pc)US$9.00
- SashimiUS$12.00
Salmon Belly
- Nigiri (2pc)US$9.00
- SashimiUS$12.00
Salmon
- Nigiri (2pc)US$8.00
- SashimiUS$11.00
Unagi
- Nigiri (2pc)US$9.00
- SashimiUS$13.00
Uni
- Nigiri (2pc)US$16.00
- SashimiUS$22.00
Toro
- Nigiri (2pc)US$17.00
- SashimiUS$24.00
Sweet Shrimp
- 1 PcUS$10.00
- 3 PcUS$25.00
Shrimp
- Nigiri (2pc)US$6.00
- SashimiUS$9.00
Hotate
- Nigiri (2pc)US$8.00
- SashimiUS$11.00
Tako
- Nigiri (2pc)US$8.00
- SashimiUS$12.00
Halibut
- Nigiri (2pc)US$9.00
- SashimiUS$13.00

Classic Rolls

Tuna
- CutUS$10.00
- HandUS$9.00
Cucumber
- CutUS$8.00
- HandUS$7.00
Negi Toro
- CutUS$18.00
- HandUS$15.00
California
- CutUS$10.00
- HandUS$8.00
Spicy Tuna
- CutUS$11.00
- HandUS$10.00
Salmon Skin
- CutUS$12.00
- HandUS$10.00
Vegetable
- CutUS$9.00
- HandUS$8.00

Specialty Rolls

Prime Mēt RollUS$22.00
cali roll / seared filet / chives / kabayaki sauce
"BTS" RollUS$19.00
baked tuna & salmon / masago / chives / shallots
"Black Pink" RollUS$19.00
salmon roll / avocado / pink rice / black tobiko
Double HamachiUS$19.00
spicy y.tail / avocado / cucumber / serrano / onion ponzu / crispy shallots
Spicy Tuna Mango SalsaUS$18.00
spicy tuna / puffed rice / avocado / mango salsa
Keto RollUS$18.00
rice-less roll / cucumber wrap / yellowtail / tuna / salmon / avocado
Shrimp TempuraUS$17.00
avocado / cucumber / asparagus / shrimp tempura / spicy mayo
VolcanoUS$17.00
california roll / baked scallop
RainbowUS$16.00
california roll / assorted fish on top

Specialty Sashimi Plates

Toro TartareUS$40.00
toro / caviar / dashi soy / gold leaf
Yellowtail JalapeñoUS$19.00
6pc yellowtail sashimi / serrano / cilantro / onion ponzu
Octopus with Japanese HerbsUS$19.00
mitsuba / parsley / shallot / yuzo kosho / lemon juice

What 855 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nova Kitchen & Bar offers a dynamic dining experience with its "wonderful staff, service & delicious food" and "fun atmosphere." Perfect for special occasions, the restaurant delights with shareable plates and creative cocktails. Highlights include the BTS Roll and signature drinks. Despite some mixed reviews on portion sizes and service speed, patrons often praise the unique presentations and inviting ambiance.

855 Reviews

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Leona
Seattle
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
I was expecting a more upscale restaurant & the food was mediocre at best. The service however was good.
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Art
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent quality of fish paired with imaginative new ways of combining Japanese cuisine with other cuisines, such as Korean and Mexican. Staff were friendly and open to chatting about the foods as well as taking pride in what they have to present. Know that this meal is not a belly buster meal but more of a journey for new flavors and textures. Don’t go in thinking you’re gonna feel stuffed by the end of the meal. Instead, go in with an appreciation of flavors and creativity.
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Tim
Cleveland
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was incredible and very unique when compared with other Asian style restaurants in the area. The service was very good. The ambience was upbeat and in line with open table description. The meal cost was also in line with open table description but a good value given the unique meal offerings.
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Gregory
Las Vegas
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall an excellent dinner. There were some flaws (overcooked shrimp on the floating noodles, watery mushrooms on the filet skillet) but everything else was so good these were easily overlooked.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere in the restaurant felt sophisticated and vibey. The food was so good here and the dishes were flavorful. The service was fast and our waitress was friendly and courteous when we were dining.
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Jon
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place was recommended by Yelp and we're glad we went. Great ambiance and vibe. Jimmy was awesome, including his drink and food recommendations. He had great timing with the service he provided. Food was really good and we are planning to try their omakase service in the near future.
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Jose
Orange County
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Overall this experience was very nice & fancy. Although we were a little bummed out with the food. The drinks however made up for it. My overall rating would be 2 stars.
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Raymond
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nicole was such a great server to us. Me and my girlfriend were celebrating our anniversary and Nicole made sure to make it extra special and extra welcoming. Food was amazing and the atmosphere was so nice. Will definitely come back again!
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Mai
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was our first time at Nova and they didn’t disappoint. The food and drinks were great. Our server Mary was very friendly and professional. Great first time experience.
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Scott
Las Vegas
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second time here in a year. I brought my sister for a special occasion to treat her to some yummy Asian fusion food and a cool vibe. Alyssa was our server and was super awesome — very attentive, friendly, and thoroughly explained some new menu options I otherwise wouldn’t have ordered (spoiler: get the miso cod and wagyu beef). Thanks Alyssa! We skipped cocktails and just had tea, but the beverage menu looked totally tasty. My sister and I split two entres, two appetizers, and a sushi roll, and it was the perfect amount of food. Make sure you take some selfies in the different rooms. Will definitely be back again. Highly recommended!
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FAQs

Nova Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 696-0888.

Nova Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 855 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

12361 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92840

Additional information

Area
Anaheim
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Fusion / Eclectic, Sushi
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We provide parking validation for up to three hours!
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Dog Friendly, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://novaoc.com/
Phone number
(714) 696-0888
Private party facilities
Our venue is equipped to host private events, ensuring every occasion is memorable. We cater to all types of events, from corporate dinners to birthday parties, for groups of 10 to 200 people. For more information, email us at Info@NovaOC.com.

Nova Kitchen & Bar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Happy Hour Monday-Friday (4-6PM)

Brussel Sprouts

Edamame

Kung Pao Chicken

Begin

Shrimp CocktailUS$20.00

Char Siu BaoUS$16.00

Pork Belly BaoUS$15.00

Element DumplingUS$15.00

Wonton Corn DipUS$15.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy RiceUS$15.00

WingsUS$14.00

Chili Oil WontonUS$14.00

Eggplant Tower (NEW)US$14.00

Fried CalamariUS$14.00

Brussel SproutsUS$13.00

EdamameUS$9.00

Miso SoupUS$5.00

Rice & Noodz

Pork Belly Mac & Cheese (NEW)US$22.00

Floating Garlic NoodzUS$24.00

Fried Rice

Chow MeinUS$15.00

Dan Dan NoodleUS$14.00

Share

Shaking BeefUS$24.00

The "NFC" NOVA Fried Chicken (NEW)US$22.00

Szechuan Tofu & VeggiesUS$19.00

Kung Pao ChickenUS$19.00

Seared Ahi Tuna SaladUS$17.00

Braised Pork BellyUS$16.00

Deep Dish Tuna "Pizza"US$16.00

Mushroom ToastUS$14.00

Shrimp TempuraUS$14.00

Table

The HawkUS$100.00

Wagyu RibeyeUS$74.00

Manila RibeyeUS$74.00

NovaruptionUS$56.00

Whole BranzinoUS$56.00

Amai Miso CodUS$44.00

Wagyu Filet SkilletUS$40.00

Panko Crusted SalmonUS$34.00

Thai Charred New York SteakUS$29.00

Korean Galbi PlateUS$29.00

Teriyaki ChickenUS$23.00

Nigiri & Sashimi

Tuna

Yellowtail Belly

Yellowtail

Salmon Belly

Salmon

Unagi

Uni

Toro

Sweet Shrimp

Shrimp

Hotate

Tako

Halibut

Classic Rolls

Tuna

Cucumber

Negi Toro

California

Spicy Tuna

Salmon Skin

Vegetable

Specialty Rolls

Prime Mēt RollUS$22.00

"BTS" RollUS$19.00

"Black Pink" RollUS$19.00

Double HamachiUS$19.00

Spicy Tuna Mango SalsaUS$18.00

Keto RollUS$18.00

Shrimp TempuraUS$17.00