Been to this place a few times. This last time the experience was a little lackluster than what I remembered. The food was not as flavorful and over all my experience just didn't feel the same. Celebrated a birthday, mentioned it on the reservation and when I got there and no one even uttered happy birthday , thought not necessary, it would've been nice to be acknowledged. The drinks were a little too sweet and the overall ambiance was just off this time. Dare I say I've outgrown this place. read more

Great date night spot! Intimate with a great vibe! Had a glass of the Moscato D'asti and the Cinnamon Coffee Cake and Salted Caramel Ice Cream was utterly phenomenal! Great staff as well. I'll be back to try more food. read more

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Great food and service. I've always had a great meal. Modern Asian Fusion Cuisine- highly recommend!

WOW...that's a LOT of 5 star reviews!... which seems a little suspicious after my experience here. I came in midweek right around 5:20. We were two of the first to arrive. Every table (every seat, really) was marked "Reserved" but they promptly sat as at a booth and the bartender came straight away to get our drink order. The menu was was pretty concise giving me the immediate vibe that this is more of a drinking establishment rather than a dining spot. That said, my counterpart wanted to try their short rib dish which was why we came here over the China Cafe next door. BTW, they're not connected to each other, at least not by menus nor kitchens, per our server...however, they seem to share a website?! We ordered our food, and our drinks followed quickly. I will say, that the ambiance is warm and borderline romantic with nouveau accents here and there. The tiki decor doesn't really fit. It was pretty dark once you're inside. The pics make it look far brighter inside than it is, fyi. My guest ordered the short rib with white rice and a side of the Rosemary Garlic fries. The short rib was a great dish, nicely plated and an ample portion size for $44. I liked the hint of Five Spice powder in the braise liquid! This was the dish of the evening. The fries were what you'd expect from seasoned fries and an oddity to see on an Asian Fusion menu...they were OK. I ordered the Five Spice Calamari appetizer, the Spicy Shrimp dumplings, and the Firecracker Prawns for an entree. The calamari was maybe the best I've ever had from a texture and freshness aspect. It didn't have any Five Spice flavors, which was a disappointment, but overall a really impressive dish, the inaccurate description notwithstanding. The dumplings were fine and came nestled in a bowl in a soy based sauce. The apps were $16 and $14 respectively. I'd forego the dumplings at their price next time. The calamari is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, however! The prawns were huge! I was hoping the portion would be impressive and it was. I'm guessing there were 5-6 VERY large shrimp that were panko breaded and fried. They were just a little underdone but they were beautiful. Unfortunately, the "sweet Thai chili sauce" they were resting in was akin to anything you could get at Kroger. It was overly sweet and honestly, ruined the dish. At $36 for shrimp in sweet and sour sauce it was also a disappointment. We had also ordered their edamame at the recommendation of posted Yelp reviews. At $9 for edamame you'll want to forego them! The tab before tip for my two apps, the entree, the soy beans and a 10 oz beer was $87. Seemed a little steep...with service that was above average. read more

Yes yes yes.... I am so happy to find a cool bar with delicious cocktails in the area. The old fashioned was perfectly balanced and made with love. The staff was friendly and kept checking on us. I'll be back! read more

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Food was incredible; the Korean wings and potstickers were the best part. I had the sushi as well and it was fresh and delicious. The service was fast and friendly. And the whole atmosphere was incredible. It was busy the entire night but we were seated in the only area where more than four people could comfortably be seated. The drinks were ok; the old fashioned was more syrup than bourbon and the purple rain looked cool but was just not that flavorful. Great food though, definitely worth a second visit. read more

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Nice long bar, we didn't have reservations but they accommodated us on a busy Saturday night since we only came for a drink (although the food smelled really good). I had the Purple Rain (tasted good, not strong) and my hubby had the Old Fashioned (which was good). There is plenty of parking since it's in a small strip mall. There are several Asian restaurants located here so you could always get dinner elsewhere and then swing by for a drink! read more

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I've been meaning to check out this place. Service is very fast and friendly. Food is very tasty. The restaurant seems fairly busy always. I also enjoyed a delicious pear martini read more

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What a decadent treat. If I die tomorrow I'll be content that I lived! Every dish and drink was outstanding. Our waitress was personable and took great care of us. The ambiance was welcoming and sophisticated. Bravo! read more

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The minute you walk in you are pleasantly surprised. It's very well decorated, cozy, romantic and a perfect spot for a first date. I must say it was a bit loud though. I would suggest they add some acoustic panels to help control the noise level. The drinks were cute and the service was great. I'm looking forward in returning for the food. read more

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What a wonderful experience! Olga and Nancy showed us their amazing hospitality, and the craft cocktails are so unique and delicious. We love the vibe at Jia. read more

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Jia Lounge is a cool spot for grabbing a drink or dinner for a date night. I'd lived in Novi for years without ever even knowing it existed! It's right next door to China Cafe and affiliated with China Cafe as well. The place isn't huge and provides a cozy atmosphere just due to the limited amount of folks that are ever inside at any given time. I especially appreciated that they take reservations, something that can make or break your evening plans! Added bonus, they take reservations over text! Big pro in my book. The drinks themselves are good, but perhaps not the best drinks you'll ever have in your life. The ambiance and experience make Jia Lounge worth a visit, but I wouldn't expect to go there and get your socks knocked off by the drinks alone. read more

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We stopped in after dinner lured partially by the tiki picture in the yelp posting. Sadly, not a lot of tiki going on, but we did have some lovely drinks. The menu was enticing. We'll likely be back at some point. read more

So sad that I didn't know about this place before! The cocktails were excellent and the food was excellent quality and delicious. The server was courteous and balanced food delivery and checking in with giving us space to chill. The music added a lot to the chill ambiance. I love the details in the decor, like the downlighting on the raindrop-textured walls and the beautiful textured winter forest wallpaper and fresh flowers in the restroom. This place is amazing and I will definitely be returning to enjoy more of the menu selections. read more

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Great place for dinner and drinks. Very nice and dark here. Modern, clean. The menu has some good choices, you can go reasonable with small plates or all out with entrees. We had some dumplings, both kinds and they were both very good. They have a great drinks menu and a huge bourbon menu. Great place for an intimate dinner and drinks read more

Fantastic service. Wait and bar staff know the menu and have great instincts on food and drink pairing. The dragon roll is amazing. It's small and cozy inside so make reservations! Which is easy because you can text on their main line and promptly get confirmation. read more

Cool date spot in Novi with a good mix of Asian dynamite dishes in a cool atmosphere. Also great espresso martinis!

Time for a cocktail? Well, Jia Lounge makes some yummy ones. We tried 4 different cocktails at the bar and every single one was delicious! My favorite was the dreamsicle. Tasted exactly like eating a dreamsicle but with alcohol for the win. Simply delicious. Plus, service was top notch and the atmosphere is delightful. We didn't have any food while we were there but I did see some rolls that our fellow patrons ordered and they definitely looked well done and delicious. Perhaps next time we're in town we can try their food. read more

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One of the nicest places I can think of in the Novi area. Nice ambiance and good selection of small plates and cocktails. Great date location! read more

Excellent service, delicious food, great wine and fabulous service. Loved the atmosphere too. We had sushi roll, egg rolls and fries.

Very good food and awesome atmosphere. The calamari was incredible. My Korean bowl was ok. A lot of brown rice and quinoa and not enough beef. Cocktails were great. Would 100% go back. Excellent spot for date night. Make sure you make reservations. read more

Oh my gosh! I am so excited for this new lounge/small plates, relaxing bistro! I have enjoyed China Cafe for years and they have now opened Jia! Jia is thoughtful, calm, serene and it has a great, relaxing, but fun vibe. It is an oasis in this Novi community. The ambience and decor are all sophisticated, polished, but still comfortable and welcoming. The alcohol and libations were chosen with care and presented to the patrons with respect and beauty! There is a huge wine selection and craft beers are plentiful! They are offering a nice little menu of small plates which they plan on expanding. We were told about upcoming plans for offering sushi, have wine pairings and their scotch collection is excellent. They have Japanese whiskeys as well. The service is great and the owner's touch is everywhere! They are great people! I will definitely return and plan to spend an evening. Great for date nights and evenings with friends, or just a relaxing cocktail. read more

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Craft drinks and a few choice menu options make this a great spot to chill and enjoy. The decor makes it look a little like a speakeasy. There aren't many seats here and it is a small space somewhat connected to the restaurant next door. Get there early to guarantee a seat or wait for some time read more

Food was good Drink were good A speak easy Craft cocktails good Ambiance is a good low key spot! read more

Relaxed atmosphere- not pretentious. Cocktails were very good. Didn't order food here. Cozy - perfect for date night.

Every time I visit Detroit, I come here to dine. Let me tell you, the Chinese food here is amazing! Betty is an absolute amazing host and our waitress for my birthday event for 3 girlfriends and party of 12 was hands down incredible!!!! No complaints here. Food was delicious, drinks was on point and waitress was attentive, accurate and didn't miss a beat with our food order and drinks! Bravooooo!!!! read more

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Great atmosphere for drinks with friends or a date night. It is a smaller menu with shareable and some entrees. The tuna tartare tacos were excellent and the Old Fashion cocktail is recommended. The sushi was average. read more

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Excellent food, service and ambiance. Highly recommend! Very upscale vibe and the food and drinks never disappoint! read more

One of the best cocktail bars in the Novi area. Great food and not very crowded. It has a very private entrance with a speakeasy appeal. It is part of the same building as China Cafe but the menu, wine, and cocktails are unique from the menu at the China Cafe. The staff is amazing and attentive! The interior design is perfect and relaxing. Super clean, USB plugs at the bar and tables to recharge your phones while you sip on an amazing drink. read more

Service: Friendly , prompt, professional Decor : sharp, intimate Food: fresh, updated, delicious Small menu but I have never had a disappointing bite ! read more

Went for date night with the wife. Left disappointed. Average cocktails. Bartender was not attentive nor all that friendly. Decor and layout was good. read more

Hands down my husband and I agree this is the best restaurant in the Novi area. The staff is amazing and the cocktails made by Nancy and Olga are outstanding! The owner Suzanne is so friendly and welcoming and Kelly is a superb chef! The small plates fare are fabulous although my favorite dish by far is the short ribs, they are so tender and delicious. The atmosphere is outstanding, aesthetically appealing and has a swanky lounge vibe. Be sure to check out the restroom doors, one on my favorite touches to this magnificent hidden gem!! read more

I have been remiss in not reviewing Jia yet. This and partner China Cafe are by far our favorite restaurants in the Novi area and we were just at Jia the other night! I rarely give 5 stars however they definitely deserve it. Susana and Kelly should give lessons on how to run a restaurant. Let's start with the front. Susana and Kelly have created a cool vibe for adults to hang out. Susana is the epitome of a hostess. She is a natural at making everyone feel welcome and a part of the family while running a busy front of the house. The drinks are great and now have an expanded bourbon offering that will definitely please those that enjoy a sip or three. I am a huge fan of small plates and Kelly has designed a menu that. It gives you a chance to taste various offerings from the kitchen and see what they do best and Kelly doesn't disappoint. I have been here quite a few times now and I have to say there isn't anything on the menu that I wouldn't recommend! For first timers definitely try the smoked salmon dip. It has a great balance of smoke and salmon flavor. Another starter to try is the spicy Korean wings. You won't go back to Buffalo. For seconds, you can't go wrong with any of the tacos, the shrimp tempura being my favorite. If there is only one thing you get off the menu, make sure it is either the short ribs or the lobster roll if available. They are both out of this world good. read more

Fabulous Asian fusion lounge. Phenomenal service. Great unique craft cocktails. The food is absolutely amazing. Everything is delicious and very beautifully plated! read more

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My husband and I went here for the 1st time yesterday and the food and drinks were amazing!! We will be back We ordered the tuna tartar tacos which were the best I've ever had and I order those anytime I seee it on a menu. We also ordered the Jia roll, the garlic shrimp and then split the short rib dinner and I recommend everything, soo good! read more

Love Jia Lounge. The first time we went, the place was very busy and thankfully we were able to find us a spot at the bar. The service was excellent, loved all the cocktails and food. The second time we came here, it was a couple of months later and the host remembered us down to what we ordered. Love the 2 ladies that were running the place both times. Feels homey and upscale at the same time. Make sure to call and get reservations. Definitely on my favorites list to make this my go to bar! read more

Our first time here tonight. Mid-week and we went right at opening so they weren't busy. First of all, it is BEAUTIFUL inside....super clean, modern but with Asian touches. My husband started with a Japanese whiskey which he said was outstanding. I had the cream sickle martini....SO yummy!!! We had the dragon roll and shared. Enough for two! Beautifully made also came with KILLER slaw. Finished with the crab cake which we again shared. DELICIOUS!!!!!! The staff was super friendly and welcoming. Even chatted with the owner who was interested in what we thought of everything. Don't know how we have missed this gem. We will be back!!! read more

I love this place! It's a perfect date night spot. I got the lobster roll and it was amazing!!!!! The service is great, our waitress got everything perfect and the food was fantastic. The atmosphere is really nice and classy. Highly recommend coming. read more

The vibe was very nice and the cocktails and food delicious. Only minor issue was we felt pressured to order, eat, and leave quickly which I would get if it was a super busy time and we were slow but it was like 5pm on a Saturday, me and my partner eat quickly anyways, and a few booths were still empty... read more

Stopped in for some Japanese whiskey and wasn't disappointed. The Hibiki 17 was, by far, my favorite. It's a small lounge but was well built with great atmosphere. read more