Nova Kitchen & Bar

4.4

872 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Good for groups

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.

Order delivery or takeout

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
Neighborhood
Anaheim
Parking details
We provide parking validation for up to three hours!
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Happy Hour Monday-Friday (4-6PM)
Multiple dates available
Fri - Sat - 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Special Appetizers & Cocktail
Omakase $68/person (Tues & Weds)
Multiple dates available
Tue - Wed - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
11-course Dinner Starting at 7PM Visit www.novaoc.com/omakasebooking for reservations.

Popular dishes

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

Rice & Noodz

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

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

Table

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

Nigiri & Sashimi

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

Classic Rolls

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

Specialty Rolls

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

Specialty Sashimi Plates

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

What 872 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nova Kitchen & Bar offers a vibrant and cozy atmosphere with a menu that showcases innovative Asian fusion dishes. Highlights include "fresh food" and "unique drinks" that add an exciting touch to the dining experience. Guests appreciate the attentive service and lively ambiance, making it a great spot for special occasions or a night out.

872 Reviews

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Jaffer
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Took my girl here. Such an awesome time. Love the romantic vibes and hip atmosphere. Some of the best sushi. Love the double hamachi roll
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Andrew
VIP
New York City
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came on Christmas. Super romantic setting. Loved the new Chinese Pork dish
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RITA
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food! Had Brussels sprouts, BTS appetizers. Mac and cheese, wagyu rib eye, short ribs and everything was delicious!! Very good service! Would recommend!
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Michael
Orange County
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Overpriced items. Lobster Scampi xmas dish was horrible (it took forever to arrive too) - korean galbi seemed it was only seasoned with sesame seeds. Cocktails were watered down. Waitress lost her voice and seemed sick without a mask on.
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Vic
Las Vegas
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant and ambiance. Waiter was very courteous. It took him a bit longer to come back and take our order after initially bringing out water. But once he did, the food came out very quickly and was delicious. Will definitely come back.
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Alexis
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great but the service and ambiance was incredible!!! Did it for my birthday dinner and absolutely would recommend :)
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Ken
VIP
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was very good. The service was excellent!!! Ryann was an amazing server. Attentive, personable and efficient. Also, all the other servers who came by were great too. David, the manager, was so very kind to my kids. We hope to be back the next time we are in town.
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James
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience from the service to the food and ambience as it is usually a great place for date nights. see you again soon.
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Mina
VIP
Orange County
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Very mediocre service. Had a tiny table for a party of 4, when asked to move to a bigger table we were offered a small extra table on the side to put extra plates on it. Drinks arrived after entrees, and food was not spread out evenly.
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Neda
Orange County
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I had high hopes for Nova kitchen,having made a reservation three weeks in advance to celebrate my birthday. Since it was close to the holidays and most good restaurants were likely booked, we planned ahead to secure this special spot, which came highly recommended for its beautiful décor. Unfortunately, the experience was beyond disappointing. The day before our reservation, we received a message saying there had been a “miscommunication” due to a last-minute private party at 6:30 PM. They asked us to change our reservation to either 4:15 PM or 8:15 PM. Reluctantly, and with no other feasible options, we accepted the 4:15 PM time, with the promise of VIP treatment. Upon arriving at 4 PM after a 90-minute drive, the restaurant was completely empty—an ironic contrast to their excuse about being “booked.” Despite this, the host made us wait while taking two lengthy phone calls, offering no acknowledgment or apology. When we were finally seated, it was in a secluded corner with filthy windows, far from the ambiance we’d expected. The area felt neglected and unworthy of even a casual restaurant, let alone a supposedly upscale one. When we requested to be moved to the main dining area, we were told those tables were reserved for 6:30 PM guests—two and a half hours later. It was clear that despite booking three weeks in advance for a special occasion, and arriving far before their private event, we were not being accommodated. This dismissive attitude, combined with the unclean and isolated seating, made it impossible to enjoy our celebration. We left without dining, deeply disappointed and insulted. It’s shocking that a restaurant that markets itself as high-end would treat customers this way, especially for a special occasion. This experience ruined what should have been a memorable evening. Their lack of professionalism, poor communication, and disregard for guests are unacceptable. I cannot recommend this place to anyone looking for quality service or respec
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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 4.4 stars by 872 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

12361 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92840

Additional information

Neighborhood
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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 reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Happy Hour Monday-Friday (4-6PM)

Omakase $68/person (Tues & Weds)

Brussel Sprouts

Edamame

Kung Pao Chicken

Begin

Shrimp Cocktail$20.00

Char Siu Bao$16.00

Pork Belly Bao$15.00

Element Dumpling$15.00

Wonton Corn Dip$15.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice$15.00

Wings$14.00

Chili Oil Wonton$14.00

Eggplant Tower (NEW)$14.00

Fried Calamari$14.00

Brussel Sprouts$13.00

Edamame$9.00

Miso Soup$5.00

Rice & Noodz

Pork Belly Mac & Cheese (NEW)$22.00

Floating Garlic Noodz$24.00

Fried Rice

Chow Mein$15.00

Dan Dan Noodle$14.00

Share

Shaking Beef$24.00

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

Szechuan Tofu & Veggies$19.00

Kung Pao Chicken$19.00

Seared Ahi Tuna Salad$17.00

Braised Pork Belly$16.00

Deep Dish Tuna "Pizza"$16.00

Mushroom Toast$14.00

Shrimp Tempura$14.00

Table

The Hawk$100.00

Wagyu Ribeye$74.00

Manila Ribeye$74.00

Novaruption$56.00

Whole Branzino$56.00

Amai Miso Cod$44.00

Wagyu Filet Skillet$40.00

Panko Crusted Salmon$34.00

Thai Charred New York Steak$29.00

Korean Galbi Plate$29.00

Teriyaki Chicken$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 Roll$22.00

"BTS" Roll$19.00

"Black Pink" Roll$19.00

Double Hamachi$19.00

Spicy Tuna Mango Salsa$18.00

Keto Roll$18.00