The food was amazing with presentation and taste wise was great as well. Costumer service is great , our server Jay made sure we had water every time and that we were enjoying our food! Such amazing ambiance in this restaurant 10/10 would recommend. read more

Came for Sunday brunch. Reservations on OpenTable. Cost was $69.99 per person and it featured king crab legs, snow crab leg clusters, giant shrimp cocktail pieces, sushi, and prime rib. The rest of the buffet had offerings you'd see at a Continental breakfast (pancakes, waffles, sausage, bacon, eggs with peppers) and some Asian fare (fried rice, wontons, lumpia). What people come here for are the seafood offerings and it's not hard to get your moneys worth here (if that's your objective). Soft drinks are included. I really enjoyed my watermelon agua Fresca; however, the sodas were flat. The high-ticket crab/shrimp is served chilled with a side of butter, cocktail sauce, and horseradish. If you want a flavorful seafood boil, then this is not what they're doing here. Their prime rib was pretty good and the fish quality of the sushi was also exceptional. I enjoyed their bluefin toro and o-toro. Rice on the sushi could have been better. For the cost, they really feature their high-ticket steak and seafood and I'm certain that I got value; however, the basic breakfast and lunch options, outside of the high-ticket items, were very limited. I'd come back for Sunday brunch if I was craving unlimited king crab, shrimp cocktail, and snow crab. The ambiance here is nice, so I might consider coming for dinner or their weekday happy hour. They offer three hours validation on parking with the lot they share with the Hyatt regency next door. read more

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

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Wow, this so hard to believe that I have driven past this place a thousand times but never noticed the restaurant!! Looking while browsing on yelp I came across Nova Kitchen which I had saved on bookmark of places to go. The restaurant itself is huge and offers a lot of seating! Bon Appetit read more

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Once again - ASIAN FUSION IS MY THING. During my visit to California, I knew what food I wanted to try for the first time. Nova was at the top of my list. Just reading the menu online had me salivating back at home. The ambiance is very sleek. Nice for a fun date night. I really like all the dishes I ordered! The brussel sprouts were prepared perfectly - shaved! It was more of a brussel sprout salad, which I really enjoyed. I promised myself I'd only order one roll - Seared with A Kiss. It was fantastic! The toro inside was super buttery. The wings were good too, especially the sauce that came on the side; it had a nice sour kick to it. Surprisingly, all the food came out very fast! Our server was nice and prompt. For parking, make sure you get it validated before you leave! I will definitely return. I heard they sometimes host a buffet. I went in and ate a la carte. read more

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Our experience at Nova exceed our expectations! The food was exquisite and our server Alex was amazing. He was so attentive and always made sure we were okay. He is awesome. Thank you Alex for making our first time at Nova an amazing experience. read more

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Been wanting to try this place out after finding it on Yelp and seeing all the reviews and recommendations. Went around 6 on a Saturday night and it wasn't too busy. We ordered alot of the recommendations we saw on yelp and we enjoyed most of it. The Wagyu Beef Skillet , mushroom toast and garlic noodz stood out the most and I highly recommend them. The miso cod had some flavor but a real fishy after taste I'm not sure if it was just the piece we had. The chili wontons were alright bug definitely wouldn't order again. The Hawk Ribeye had no real flavor and was slightly under cooked. The chocolate ganache cake was just a normal basic cake nothing too special. And the strawberry panna cotta was a big let down it was just whipped cream with strawberry sorbet. The service was alright even with it being a little less busy our server never really checked in on us. And the ambiance felt like we were in a Vegas night club and was a little dark with a little mood lighting and a giant LED wall in the back. I wouldn't go out of my way to return here unless someone in my party wanted to try it out and If I did come back I would probably just order the Wagyu Beef Skillet and garlic noodz with maybe a side of rice and a couple drinks. I would give this place like a 5.5 out of 10 only because of the Wagyu skillet. And I would give it a 3 1/2 stars if it was possible read more

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Took a date to Nova - the ambiance was great and the Roll we ordered is what earned the 3 stars here. Unfortunately the food was very underwhelming, and the seating was a bit disappointing for how dead the place was (had to sit at a 6 seat high top just the two of us). I also had a reservation. The price was honestly great for a date night with some cocktails. The oh my honey roll was a hit forsure and I would go back to focus more on the sushi and rolls ! Cocktails were not mixed well and we were fine not ordering another one. The chili oil wontons were very disappointing, I would bet they're bought in bulk previously frozen and thawed out and served. Taste was off. Miso cod was good, broccolini almost inedible. The scallion skirt steak pancake was good, the steak itself lacked flavor and was extremely chewy. The strawberry panna cotta was just not it. Skip out on that one. 3/5 stars for the sushi and ambiance. Solid date night spot or pregame dinner with friends if you're going out in Anaheim! Won't be going back though. read more

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Came here for my birthday and had such a pleasant experience! Loved the ambiance Nova and enjoyed our food and drinks so much that I forgot to take pictures lol. Really appreciated our server Koda for the recs and being so attentive, added so much to our experience. read more

What a gastronomic feast we had at Nova! Everything about this restaurant was magical, from the moment we stepped inside to the time we left with our happy bellies full of a decadent meal. We started with shrimp cocktail app (4/5), chili oil wonton (5/5)and the spicy tuna crispy rice (5/5). The Panko crusted salmon was the star of the dinner. The name may be plain but the taste was beyond with its perfectly crispy outside, melt in your mouth tender inside! Nothing plain about this dish. If you're celebrating a birthday, they will shower you with a mochi dessert that is simply damn delicious Don't think, just GO!(but make sure you have reservations) read more

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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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Simple date night turned into the most amazing experience and our server Jimmy did not disappoint. Jimmy recommended Kikusui sake, the octopus with Japanese herb, and so much more. This was an amazing impromptu date night. A dinner we will never forget. The ambience is romantic and intimate but casual and inviting. The prices are very reasonable and the tapas style dishes were just what the date night ordered. Thank you Jimmy and staff for your great service. Can't wait to return with the rest of our tribe. read more

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I went with friends to catch up while I was in town, and we got so wrapped up in conversation and food that we never even took photos, which honestly says a lot. We came during happy hour to check it out and ordered mostly from the happy hour menu. There were more than enough options to feed three people comfortably, leaving leftovers. The drinks we ordered were not on the happy hour menu, though there were specials on wine and beer. One of the main reasons we chose Nova Kitchen was that it is vegan-friendly, and it did not disappoint. For the vegans, we ordered edamame, a cucumber roll, and had the Brussels sprouts and chow mein modified to be vegan. The Brussels sprouts were perfectly crispy, exactly how I like them, and the chow mein was super flavorful. We added tofu for protein, which made it even better. For the non-vegan dishes, we tried the spicy tuna roll, volcano roll, mushroom toast, and the mini chirashi bowl. The spicy tuna and volcano rolls were solid and pretty standard for a good sushi spot. The standout for me, and the reason I would come back, was the mini chirashi bowl. The fish was incredibly fresh, soft, and melted in my mouth. As for the mushroom toast, I loved the mushrooms but could have done without the toast itself. The drinks we ordered were not great and are probably not something I would get again. The service was terrific. Our server was incredibly friendly, easy to talk to, and very attentive, especially since we arrived just before happy hour ended. He got our order in quickly, had great recommendations, and made the experience even better. We were also told about their New Year's Eve party happening the next day. The ticket included food, drinks, and dancing, which sounded like a great deal and something I would definitely check out next year. Since the restaurant was already decorated for the New Year's Eve party, it was a little hard to gauge the usual ambiance fully, but what we experienced was fun, sparkly, and lively, which we loved. Overall, great food, especially for vegans, standout service, and a fun vibe. I would absolutely come back. read more

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We stopped by Nova for our wrap dinner tonight and it exceeded all expectations and we were able to end our day on a high note Best dishes were the miso cod, the dragon breath roll and red carpaccio were all star dishes. The presentation of all the dishes was also amazing...esp the dragon breath roll which they light on fire! All food is served tapas style so Nova is a perfect place to go for big groups to share a bunch of dishes Our server Koda was also amazing! He was so kind, attentive and was so patient with managing our large party...ask for him if you come by! Nova ...we'll be back! read more

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Great food, beautiful restaurant and our servicer Alyssa was wonderful. It's the perfect date night spot, can't wait to come back for their limitless brunch. read more

Absolutely loved this place and sad we didn't try it sooner! This is a beautiful place to enjoy whether it's for a special occasion or just for fun. We came here before our Disney trip began -- we walked from our hotel (Hyatt Regency) which is right next door. It was happy hour when we arrived. They have an extensive HH menu that offers a variety of items for any palate -- the menu is tapa style and is meant to be shared. We ordered edamame, fried chicken baos, crunchy rice spicy tuna, Brussels sprouts, and two orders of the steak. Everything was EXCELLENT! The flavors in each dish are truly just so delicious and well-balanced in texture and taste. Honestly, I don't think you could go wrong ordering anything on this menu -- everything was a 5/5 for my family and I. I would say the highlight for me was the chicken bao buns though -- perfectly fried chicken in a soft bao bun was so good! The chutney that came with the steak was soo tasty too -- my daughter (who is very picky) even said she could drink it! Lol that says a lot. For dessert, we ordered the chocolate cake -- super chocolatey and paired with some vanilla ice cream and berries. It was a nice way to end our meal. Definitely ask about the happy hour "7" dice roll -- if you roll a 7 with two dice, you get up to $75 of happy hour items off your bill! My daughter rolled a 7 and we got a great discount -- such a fun way to end the night! I have already recommended this place to many people -- needless to say, we will be back! read more

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It was our first time at Nova, and we came for the happy hour menu which was delicious! We ordered a lot from the happy hour menu and we were happy with everything that we ordered. Our favorites were the fried chicken bao, sautéed edamame, shrimp tempura, and the chili oil wontons! The sushi was also very fresh and delicious, and next time we will for sure try more extravagant rolls. The drinks also looked very good, and the ambience of the restaurant is very fun and romantic. read more

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The only disappointment was that it is an only card Restuarante and if I knew that I wouldn't have dined there. As a paying customer, I want to have options on how to pay and not dictated on how I have to pay. It my rule as a consumer. read more

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

Jimmy was so attentive! We rented the speakeasy area for my dad's Father's Day brunch -- he loves karaoke, so it was the perfect spot. We did the AYCE brunch and (the karaoke area for only $25 per person!) from 12 to 3pm, and everything was great: the sushi was fresh, and my favorites were the matcha French toast and the chicken and waffles. The karaoke setup made it really fun for the whole family. Highly recommend booking the speakeasy room if you've got a group celebrating something special! read more

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

We were able to make a reservation in OpenTable, so we were seated right away. Dennis took great care of us, with amazingly fast service. The food was very original and delicious. Some out of the normal sushi rolls, and other appetizers. Most of the dishes are small and easily shared, in tapas style. The restaurant is spacious and very comfortable, with a very interesting digital wall. Would definitely recommend this place!! read more

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

NOVA Kitchen & Bar is easily one of the best dining experiences I've had in Orange County this year. From the moment you walk in, the space is absolutely stunning - modern, sexy, and impeccably designed. The service is next-level: attentive, warm, and genuinely passionate about the food without ever feeling stuffy. Every single dish we ordered was flawless: - Dragon Breath roll - spicy, crunchy, saucy perfection with that dramatic "fire" finish - OMG, Honey! - the salmon and scallop combo with honey and dry cherry is pure luxury in every bite - Mushroom Toast - truffle oil + garlic aioli on perfectly toasted baguette... I'm still dreaming about it - Gochu-Nara "Bird's Nest" - a creamy, spicy, umami bomb of gochujang carbonara that shouldn't work but is absolute genius - Amai Miso Cod - 72-hour miso-marinated, melt-in-your-mouth, served on banana leaf... easily the best cod I've ever had The staff made us feel like VIPs. NOVA isn't just dinner - it's a full-on experience. Already counting down the days until I'm back. read more

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Welcomed by Jimmy at the entrance, as our first time here we're happy with his enthusiastic greeting! As our server for the late afternoon (as soon as they opened) he was very attentive, had great recommendations and was knowledgeable of the menu. The ambiance was casual upscale?? Hard to describe but it was very comfortable. The food was delicious, the spice on some was mild and manageable while still keeping flavor so if you're into getting your teeth kicked in by spice just know you'll get some flavor. Safe for those who do no spice! Great place read more

Nova Kitchen & Bar - Gochu Nara Birds Nest - Asian Fusion Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Nova was a pleasant surprise as we had no dinner plans made for our Disneyland vacation. Even before checking into our hotel (the Hyatt Regency conveniently located next to Nova), we saw the huge sign on the side of the building advertising their happy hour. We decided to give it a try on our first night. Everything from the staff friendliness to the ambiance to the taste of the food was exceptional! The specialty drinks were delicious, and the happy hour prices were more than reasonable. Everything was so good that we went back for a second happy hour in a row. The second visit was just as enjoyable, so much that we decided to visit on Sunday to check out their all you can eat brunch. The selections were amazing with a few exceptions. Some standouts were the ube pancakes, matcha French toast, Toro tartare toast, and garlic scallop fried rice. Some items on the menu left more to the imagination such as the spicy tuna crispy rice, which had no distinct flavor, and the fried oysters. Outside of those selections, the brunch options were amazing and worth the cost. Shout out to Ryan and Koda for the hospitality, and the bartenders that served us during happy hour. I would absolutely recommend this place for anyone visiting Orange County! read more

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Jay hooked us up with some delicious variety of grub. We got the dragon breath, black pink roll, fried chicken bao and the sauted edamame. Now we are scoping out the dessert. read more

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

I went to Nova Kitchen last night with a large group, and overall the presentation of everyone's dishes was very beautiful. Unfortunately, my experience with my own order wasn't great. I ordered the miso cod, but it took about 45 minutes to arrive--long after everyone else at the table had already received their meals (and even the sharables they ordered afterward). Someone in our group even placed a second order 20 mins after I ordered my entrée, and their food still arrived before mine. I asked two different servers about my dish, and both times I was told it would be "out in a minute," so it was clear my meal had been forgotten. It was disappointing having to sit and watch everyone eat while waiting for my entrée. The bright side was that our main server was very kind and offered a complimentary dessert to make up for the inconvenience, which I appreciated. I also ordered the scallion pancake, and while it looked nice on top, the bottom was completely burnt--so definitely check underneath before digging in. read more

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Took my parents on a date because they never got to go anywhere when they were younger since they were too busy caring for us. They had the best time here! There were so many photo opportunities and they felt really special thanks to the staff and the interactive presentations of their dishes! The experience is what stood out here. Nova Kitchen & Bar 12361 Chapman Ave, Anaheim Located attached to the Hyatt Open lot parking; validated for 3 hours by restaurant Also look for their happy hour deals, Omakase experience, and Sunday AYCE brunch buffet with crab, lobster and sushi included! Service was great and huge thanks to Collin who was so sweet!! We were celebrating our published cookbook anniversary and he brought out a "congratulations" mochi for us . The highlights were the Miso cod and Thai New York Steak. One note is that the Chinese broccoli both dishes came with needed to be cooked longer to bite through. read more

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Great date night spot! We had great high quality food and service. And loved the ambiance/space! Highly recommended

Colin, our server, is fantastic. His recommendation was in point. Food sand service was outstanding.

As part of a party of 8, the staff at Nova suggested we order and eat family-style, since everything is made to order and comes out of the kitchen as it's ready. As a result, I had an amazing meal and was able to sample a decent part of the menu. Apps: All incredible. Brussels sprouts had a kick in the best way possible, and the crispy rice spicy tuna was one of the best apps I've had in a while. Entrees: Kung Pao chicken, noodles, and specialty rolls were all delicious. OMG Honey was a favorite at the table. We also opted for the sashimi platter and had a beautiful and tasty selection of sashimi. Service was incredibly helpful as we chose what and how much to order for our large group. The vibes at Nova were relaxed, upscale, and unique. I would love to visit again when in the area. read more

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Mary, our server, was great. Very helpful and courteous. Food was pretty good. Highly recommend Brussels sprouts. Rolls were pretty good. Garlic noodles were a bit overpriced with only two shrimps. I wouldn't order Kung pao again, as it was too salty. read more

I went to the bottomless brunch. Sooo good. I loved the toro tartare toast... I still dream of you. Our server, Koda, was also extremely helpful. He explained how the brunch worked really effectively. Also, the place is pretty snazzy. They had a DJ and pretty decorations. Overall, it was a fun place. Good for celebrations or just a nice date. read more

Tried the omakase and it was fantastic! The chefs were really good and the food was fantastic! Also, Nick, our server was great. Very friendly and brought us our drinks and everything fast! Would definitely recommend! read more

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we threw my little cousin a post wedding party here and it was so cute! They let us come early to decorate the room and the room was really nice and was the perfect size for our party size. we ordered almost everything on the menu and everything was pretty good but the highlights for me would be the sisig, the cod and mushroom toast. my husband really enjoyed the kung pao chicken and my daughter devoured the shaking beef. our server, Brian was amazing! The way we bothered this man to come in and out of the room to fix the temperature was insane and he did it with a smile! He was also very quick with our drink orders, food orders, and getting us a cake stand and even taking our pictures! He was the best! read more

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I came here for the $68 Tuesdays and Wednesdays omakase special last night. I was thoroughly impressed by not only the quality of the fish but also the creativity behind each course. The toppings, flavor combinations, and presentations were so unique and a fusion of different cultures into sushi. My top favorites were the salmon, tuna belly, red snapper, and eel. I was not sure how I feel about the tuna tartar ball. I love the flavor just felt there should be something firm holding it all together or more of a crunch element. Our server, Calvin, and sushi chef, Alfredo, were so attentive and engaging. I was never short on water, ginger, or wasabi. I also learned a lot about sushi. The pace between each course was perfect. I did not feel rushed to finish a course and move on to the next. The outside, the waiting area, and the inside of the restaurant are so beautiful. The inside gives off club vibes meet an art gallery. I also like the music. It was not too loud for me and my friend to have a conversation. read more

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Ryann was the best ; great service for a large party. He made sure our friend's birthday celebration was memorable. He was attentive & gave great recommendations & super attentive to all of us read more

Ryann at Nova was absolutely fantastic! His service was attentive and friendly without being intrusive. He made sure our drinks were always full and checked in on us at just the right moments. Definitely one of the best dining experiences I've had in a while, largely thanks to Ryann! read more

10/10 food and service. Food was delicious (don't leave without trying the chocolate ganache). Our server Kim was attentive and friendly. Music elevated the ambiance. read more

The servers are very nice and the food is very delicious and you get you food very quick!

I've been coming to Nova for the past year and it's my go-to for happy hour and special occasions! Every dish I've had has been delicious, with impressive presentation. Some of my favorites include the Kung Pao Chicken, Fried Chicken Bao, and all of their mixed drinks. Service is also always on point. The manager is super cool and always makes sure your experience is going well. This evening, I had the pleasure of Jimmy serving us, and he was professional, attentive, and welcoming. The ambiance of the restaurant is was struck me when I first visited Nova, because the decor, theming, and vibes tie everything together. I always like seeing the galaxy projection wall Definitely check out Nova if you are in the area or want elevated Asian-fusion cuisine. read more

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There is a lack of theme for this restaurant. Do you want to specialize in Asian fusion or Japanese? I had a hard time ordering because I saw rolls but also sharable plates, individual plates. What are chef's specials? Are they sharable or individual meals? The restaurant is beautiful with LED screen and light ceilings. It is great for a formal date or anniversary of sort. The service was average, not too outstanding. I did feel a rush on how waiter kept checking to see if I was ready to order. I did have to let him know twice that I wasn't ready yet. Though third time I was still deciding but ended up ordering anyway. The waiter sometime filled up the water. I did have to wait a bit to get my empty glass refilled. Though he was serving only our table and another one that just came in. The restaurant was so empty. The food was good but not exceptional. There isn't a kick with the galbi 3/5. It looks like something I can make at home in 15 minutes. The uni nigiri were okay and fresh. They are pricey though, more than other uni I had 4/5 Dan dan noodle was so tiny. That was a two spoonfuls of food! It was spicy and overly sauced. 3/5 My favorite was the volcano sushi because I have no complain. Though I could get this one in college campus. 5/5 Overall this would be a one time visit for me only read more

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Ryann did an amazing job serving my friend's birthday dinner. Very attentive, social, caring, and gave us the best recommendations. Definitely coming back again! Thanks for the amazing service Ryann! read more

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

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