Came here on a Friday night with a few friends after one of them suggested this place, and I was beyond happy with the food and service! The menu wasn't overwhelming, and there were definitely many amazing options to choose from. We ended up getting the grilled octopus and burrata as starters for our table. The burrata I felt was the most underwhelming dish out of all the ones we had ordered as the bread underneath was toasted to the point that we couldn't really cut it or chew it because it was so crispy/stale and I think I would pass on this dish. The grilled octopus though? Phenomenal. I would highly recommend getting it as an appetizer for the table as the flavours of each component was just amazing and the octopus itself was perfectly seasoned and not overcooked. For entrees, we decided to share 2 pastas and a pizza and they were all amazing as well. I believe the pizza we had ordered was a spicy vodka pizza, and the crust was nice and thin and crispy, but still held up which is what I love! One of the pastas we had ordered was a ragu bolognese which was wonderful, but I think the star of the entrees was the Friday pasta special! It was tortellini in a mushroom cream sauce with lobster and other seafood and I loved how the tortellini's flavour didn't overpower the dish at all. For dessert, we ordered the cannoli cheesecake and the baked apple tart , and the apple tart definitely blew us all away! It was nice and hot on the skillet, and the flavour of the apple filling with the flaky pie/tart pastry was so delicious, especially with a bit of the melting ice cream on top! Overall, I had an amazing experience here and would definitely recommend coming here for a date night or even a group dinner! read more

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Very cute ambiance and great for a date spot. The penne vodka is my favorite. Stick with the pasta there though.

just had a beautiful baby shower for 35 friends and family July 18. We had the front area of restaurant very spacious and private. We were able to decorate as we wanted. The food was great and the service was outstanding. Anthony and Ellie were so helpful and accommodating made the party run very smoothly. Thank you to Shannon and Jake for making the planning so easy for me and answering all my questions. If your planning a party you should consider Novitá read more

Quite spacious with parking in the back - can be a nice date spot or a great meet up with friends (as was for us); Went on a Thursday for happy hour which then turned to ladies night specials. We drank French martinis all night 9/10 with Margherita Pizza 8/10 Lemon basil hummus 7/10 Italian nachos 10/10 Can get really loud with parties and by bar (where the happy hour would be). The server (Simon) was amazing, friendly, and attentive. Definitely going back soon. read more

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10/1/25. We decided on Novita since they offered a wine flight, but our server didn't know much about it. Martini was weak, but wine and food were good. Cant go wrong with the shroom pizza and bolognese pasta. The chicken milanese salad was new to me, and was pleasantly surprised. Same for the cheesecake! Our server Kasey was great and personable, and Frankie was an attentive busboy. read more

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have been to novitá in garden city maybe half a dozen times, and also ordered delivery around the same. overall the food is definitely solid.. especially once you find your staple dishes. mine is the braised short rib pasta, and my partner's go-to is the rigatoni alla vodka. whether we're dining in or ordering out, those two are always consistent.. super flavorful and reliably good. their pizzas are also pretty solid, but definitely better in-person. they use quality ingredients, but the pies don't travel great, so i wouldn't recommend them for delivery. we've sampled a bunch of their apps, and honestly weren't blown away when we tried branching out.. things like the sliders, arancini, or clams didn't really hit for us. i also get the sense seafood might not be their strength. wouldn't recommend the pappardelle with lobster or the black linguine with octopus.. both sounded great on paper but were kind of underwhelming flavor-wise. overall though, if you stick to the pasta classics and dine in when you can, novitá delivers a pretty reliable and tasty experience. oh side note, after a certain time of night on fridays/saturdays.. it might get a bit loud and party-ish if that's your vibe. nevertheless service is good and friendly. read more

Novitá - short rib pasta - Wine Bars Near Me - Garden City, New York

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Food was SO insipid and unlovingly made; everything from the atrociously tough focaccia, the lukewarm ketchup-like pizza sauce, to the minced side of broccoli rabe that tasted as though it had been taken out of an MRE. I had to subsequently apologize to my mother for having taken her to this place on Mother's Day. read more

Attended a work event on a Wednesday evening. Novita has a lower level private room that accommodated about 50 people. The event was a wine training for Brand Ambassadors. Buffet style included Caesar salad, rigatoni ala vodka, pizza squares, pizza squares with pepperoni and small shell pasta with crumbled sausage and broccoli rabe. For dessert, fresh cannolis with assorted cookies. Everything was delicious and the staff made the event run smoothly. read more

You have to pay for a reservation !!! Never heard of this and sounds like they are trying to squeeze every penny out of you. Ps, To answer Jeffry's question: I called to set up a reservation, and right from the start, the woman on the phone sounded annoyed. Still, I went ahead and asked for a table for eight at lunch. She asked for the party name, last name, phone number, and then suddenly wanted my credit card. I stopped and asked why she needed that, and she said it was required to book the reservation. I told her I'd never heard of such a thing and wasn't about to give my credit card just to hold a table. She didn't respond, which annoyed me even more--her attitude and the whole credit card thing. So, I hung up. Hope that clears things up for you, Jeffry. read more

I can confidently say that I have catered from and dined at Novita on more than a dozen occasions in the last two years. I have been consistently met with the same level of professionalism, food and value every single time I have dined here. When going down the list of star ratings, I am always wary of leaving 5 stars for each category for any restaurant, but I am surely not wary for Novita. This last dining experience on 4/25/26 was rather exceptional, compelling me to leave this review. We were a group of 5, meeting after months, and catching up on a busy Saturday evening. Pleasant service from our waiter, who had great knowledge of the menu. Their wine selection never fails. I indulged in a few glasses of Cab that did not yield any headache or hangover. Outstanding charcuterie board (I believe it was the Grand Board), with an actual assortment of meats, cheeses and nuts. Boards are usually the biggest let down in restaurants, but here, it stands out. Our other appetizer, the calamari, was well flash fried and not overcooked. Incredible is the only word I can use to describe the lobster papardelle. Fresh lobster, amazing al dente pasta and flavorful cream sauce cooked to perfection. Days later and I am still dreaming of it. To seal it all off was the Nutella Creme Brulee. As a creme brulee lover, I wondered how this was even possible to pull off. I learned to never look for flaws at Novita, upon tasting this. Bottom line: After patronizing Novita numerous times, looking for any flaw possible I realized, Novita does not disappoint. read more

We recently celebrated my dad's birthday at Novità, and it couldn't have been more perfect. From the very beginning, Joe was so kind and flexible as we had to adjust plans due to my dad's illness -- his understanding meant so much to our family. We had a beautiful private room downstairs and enjoyed a delicious brunch. The food was absolutely perfect -- every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Our servers, Marvin, Chris, and Leslie, were truly exceptional. They were attentive, warm, and made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish. It was such a special day, and we're so grateful to the Novità team for making my dad's birthday celebration so memorable. Highly recommend for anyone looking to host a wonderful event with outstanding food and service read more

Brunch Reservations made and seated timely. 2 different celebrations happening simultaneously on either side of the room. All good. Service a bit slow, but 2 parties, so eh. Had ricotta tostada-ish. Meh. Tomato basil soup was not memorable. Cavatelli w sausage was good. Hub had eggs Benedict but thought procuitto too salty. Opted for unlimited drinks. In my opinion, it's rarely worth it bc they give you 90 min to drink and eat and you are like walking out of there more than tipsy $41pp not including tax. Saw a lot staff walking back and forth to the point of distraction (also probably the celebrations). No plans to go back. Unremarkable in every way. read more

Novitá is another amazing find for 2024! I chose it for a Tuesday night dinner while in the area, and it exceeded my expectations. The ambiance and décor created a beautiful, inviting vibe. The service was impeccable--our server was quick and accommodating as we were rushing for an event. My group loved the food, especially the charcuterie board with its great selection of meats and cheeses. I personally enjoyed the gluten-free truffle mushroom pizza, which was absolutely delicious. My only regret is living so far away, but I'd love to return. read more

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I was not impressed. Mid week lunch, very few people in the restaurant, bartender took the orders instead of a designated wait staff. The place is very nice, great ambiance for dinner or get together with friends. However, the water glasses at our table were absolutely filthy, and I'm not talking residue from the dishwasher- huge greasy fingerprints and also stained silverware. The food was just okay- from the plain tasting buratta to caesar salad with overly sweet croutons; cheese tortellini with chicken and spinach were almost perfect though. The most bizarre food item I have ever had was the lobster sliders- I was very confused by the mixture combination, brioche buns were stale and not warm as indicated and the seasoned fries were almost inedible. So was the Nutella crème brûlée - great burn on the sugar, but the custard was over the top sweet. Good sangria and an okay martini. read more

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Love love love Novitá. The service can get a little bad when dinner rush but that is understandable. The food and choices are amazing. 100% get the Brussels sprouts and meatballs read more

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Great dining experience overall. Food is always perfect and the upscale atmosphere makes it that much more enjoyable. Definitely our go-to spot for special occasions! read more

We visited for dinner on weekdays and found the establishment to be exactly what we were seeking - Inexpensive, beautiful, and romantic atmosphere. Despite the restaurant being busy, we chose to dine on the enclosed outdoor patio, which featured a heater for winter and a tent to protect against rain. The service was exceptional, the cuisine was delectable, and the pasta dishes and soups were impeccable. Notably, the menu offered numerous options, including gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free. A baby changing table is provided in the restroom. We would return and recommend checking out this place if you're in Garden City. read more

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My cousin had her birthday brunch here on a beautiful day we were able to sit outside and enjoy. While we were outside they did have a private event going on inside but were able to fully accommodate us with great service. We all started with mimosas which came in these large glasses which would prevent us to keep asking the waitress for a refill over and over. They gave us muffins and bread to the table. I ordered for appetizer the caprese salad which was good, my cousin got the creamy basil whipped ricotta and it was really good. For my entree I got the rigatoni with shrimp I thought it was decent I do think that they have a lot more to offer here. They do not sell burgers which my boyfriend did want. Another person in my party got the eggs Benedict and another steak and eggs. I do think this is a good deal and would love to come back and try another option. read more

(3/5) I recently ate at Novità Italian Restaurant in Garden City, NY. The atmosphere is nice, the place feels upscale and lively, and the service was friendly and attentive. We started with appetizers and drinks, which were very good--fresh, flavorful, and well presented. Unfortunately, that's where things took a turn. My main course was a major letdown. I ordered the marinated skirt steak, but what I received was absolutely not skirt steak--or at least not anything resembling a proper one. The meat was tough, dry, underseasoned, and lacked any noticeable marinade flavor. It honestly felt like a completely different cut of meat, and not even close to steak quality. The sides were bland and didn't help the dish at all. What made it worse was the price. For what they charge for this entrée, I expected a quality steak and solid execution. Instead, it felt like I didn't get what I paid for, which is frustrating--especially since everything leading up to the entrée had been good. The menu description was misleading, and for a restaurant at this level, that's unacceptable. Everyone else at the table seemed satisfied with their meals, so maybe I just got an off plate--but mine stood out in a bad way. Overall, Novità has great atmosphere, good service, and strong appetizers, but the skirt steak was a disappointment. I might return, but definitely wouldn't order that dish again. read more

Ambiance was nice. Food is good. Manager Alanzo was great so sweet. Pasta smells amazing

I've been here twice. The first time I got pasta. I don't remember which pasta but I do remember it being very fresh and delicious. This time I got a chicken parm. It was very good, but it wasn't much better than what you would get at any other Italian restaurant. The service was good. read more

Novitá - Grilled Octopus - Wine Bars Near Me - Garden City, New York

The entrance to this Italian restaurant and "enoteca" (wine) bar is from the huge parking lot servicing several restaurants and businesses just west of Franklin Avenue in Garden City. On a Sunday evening, we didn't really need the reservation we had, but there was a crowd. My wife complained about the cold air, so they nicely shut off the fan. The drinks we ordered were reasonable, only $3 for a soda and $8 for a beer on tap. All the entrées were good, but sometimes a bit pricey and not very generous. My son got the best deal with the Chicken Parm for $25, a thick but well-cooked breast, nicely breaded and not too much mozzarella cheese on top, very moist on the inside and helped by almost swimming in a pomodoro sauce. My wife got the sea scallops (only six) for $36, over a corny orzo. I got a bowl of linguine with large shrimps (only five in what seemed like a mild scampi sauce) for $28. The grilled octopus appetizer was very good, but expensive at $29. The Wild Arugula salad at $16 tasted fine, but there were only a minimal amount of ingredients (poached pears, sun-dried cherries, gorgonzola spiced pecans) besides the arugula. Service was efficient, mostly fleeting drive byes, composed of a trio: the waitress, the bus boy, and the guy who brought out our orders from the kitchen. read more

Novitá - "Linguine Gamberi" (shrimp scampi) - Wine Bars Near Me - Garden City, New York

It's been years since I visited Novita. Arriving on a Friday night the place was bustling and it was pretty much a full house; definitely make a reservation. Seating is comfortable, the ambiance feels special, but also casual. Music playing in the background, but hearing conversations with your table mates was easy. Note that after 9, the music changes to a clubby versions..shots, sots, shots, shots..... The wait staff was lovely and attentive. I love their extensive wine list, with loads of great by the glass options to choose from. We started off with a couple of apps for the table; the Spinach and artichoke dip was served with homeade potato chips and it was fabulous. So creamy and tasty and served above a tealight candle to keep it warm and gooey. The fried artichoke hearts with a lemon aioli were also delicious. I opt'd for the Rigatoni Ragu as my entree, it was hearty and enjoyable. While my eyes called it small when it was set down in front of me, it was anything but and super robust filled with meatballs and sausage. We ended the meal with coffee (which was bold and hot) and some zeppoles with were served piping hot and just scrumptious. Novita was the perfect setting to catch up with my girlfriends for a relaxed dinner. read more

Novitá - Spinach and Artichoke Dip - Wine Bars Near Me - Garden City, New York

Went to Novità last night for a birthday dinner with my family and was amazed! I rarely would rate any restaurant with a 10 , because I think home cooked meals are the best. Last nights dinner felt like a home cooked meal. I had the sea bass , over orzo, butternut squash,and spinach. I was perfect ! It was clean , fresh and delicious! Thank you Novità , Amazing ! read more

Rating: 4.5 Came here with a relatively big sized group on a Saturday night as a belated birthday treat with some friends. We were placed in the back, heated area but it was somewhat chilly sitting by the door and there were cracks of air between the window panes. Staff was friendly, fast (maybe even too fast- they cleaned they practically cleaned the whole table before I was done eating), and accommodating. Started off with some bread and oil, came out in paper bags. I shared a Creamy burrata (kinda had to since there was watermelon in the dish!). Most of us ended up ordering Fritta de mare fra diavlo with squid ink pasta (one of my favorites) as an entree. I ordered mine with garlic and oil - no problems. It was delicious and the portion size was very reasonable. Their drinks are pretty good, I ordered an Aperol Spritz (not on the menu) and the pour of the Aperol was generous. Overall a great experience! read more

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As a resident of Garden City, I've always passed Novita but never been in. Today, that changed. It's a decent Italian restaurant with a modern twist to it. The food itself is good and the portions are reasonable. I got the bolognese and the pasta was a little undercooked/too Al dente for my liking. My friend got the cavatelli and it was a bit salty, but good. Service is decently passed and staff is friendly. Overall it's average. There is certainly much worse . Would visit again in the future after I try some new places. read more

Novitá - Radiatore Bolognese - Wine Bars Near Me - Garden City, New York

Novita in Garden City, NY, is a five star Italian stunner that teleports you straight to a sun drenched Amalfi terrace where the wine sparkles like the Mediterranean, the pasta twirls like a love song, and every second feels like a celebration handcrafted by the warmest famiglia on Long Island. Tucked into a chic Garden City corner with floor to ceiling windows that flood the room with golden hour glow, this gem radiates modern romance, white marble tables gleaming under crystal chandeliers, olive branches bursting from sleek vases, and a living green wall that climbs the back bar like an edible vineyard. The ambience is pure upscale elegance with a heartbeat, soft jazz piano drifting over the clink of Negroni glasses, exposed wine cellars glowing with Super Tuscans, and velvet banquettes the color of eggplant parm that hug you like Nonna at Sunday supper. Candles flicker in mercury glass, the open kitchen fires pizzas in a blazing copper dome that sends waves of basil and San Marzano perfume, and the marble topped raw bar glistens with crudo towers that look too pretty to eat, until you do. It is lively yet intimate, perfect for power lunches or proposal dinners, the kind of place where solo diners feel like VIPs and groups feel like they own the room. The cuisine is a symphony of seasonal Italian genius that had my fork dancing the tarantella from the first bite to the final limoncello drop. We launched with the burrata special, a creamy orb split tableside over heirloom tomatoes so juicy they burst like summer fireworks, draped in 25 year balsamic and peppery arugula that sang harmony. The octopus carpaccio arrived shaved paper thin, citrus kissed and tender as a first kiss, dotted with Calabrian chile oil that added just enough heat to wake the palate. For pasta, the cacio e pepe was wheeled out on a cheese cart, tossed in a hollowed Pecorino wheel until the strands glistened like silk, pepper popping like tiny firecrackers. My branzino was filleted tableside, skin crisped to bronze perfection, lounging over lemony caponata and roasted fingering potatoes that soaked up every drop of Ligurian olive oil. The veal Milanese towered like a golden cathedral, pounded thin and fried to shattering crunch, perched atop a rocket salad that cut the richness like a sports car on a coastal road. Pizza from the dome? The tartufata arrived blistered and leopard spotted, blanketed in fontina, wild mushrooms, and shaved black truffle that perfumed the air like a Tuscan forest after rain. Desserts sealed the romance, the tiramisu deconstructed in a martini glass with espresso soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone clouds, and cocoa dust that melted into pure joy, while the bomboloni trio arrived hot and sugared, oozing Nutella, pistachio, and passionfruit like edible lava lamps. Portions are generous yet refined, prices feel like a Roman holiday steal ($28 to $52 entrees), and the wine list is a 300 bottle love letter to Italy with a Barolo vertical that paired like destiny. Service was the Michelin worthy encore, a masterclass in hospitality that turned strangers into insiders before the bread basket hit the table. Our server Luca greeted us with a megawatt smile and a complimentary prosecco toast "because beautiful nights deserve beautiful beginnings," then guided us through the menu like a Roman tour guide, suggesting the perfect Vermentino to slice through the octopus acidity. He timed courses with Ferrari precision, bread refilled warm and rosemary flecked before we noticed it empty, and when I mentioned a dairy sensitivity he orchestrated cashew based tiramisu without missing a beat. The sommelier swooped in with a Super Tuscan flight decanted tableside with theatrical flair, while the chef patron emerged to present the truffle pizza shaved live like black diamond snow. Water glasses stayed topped like the Trevi Fountain, plates cleared ninja style, and the manager glided by in a tailored suit to gift us housemade limoncello shots "for the stroll home, or the Uber, we celebrate both." Every staff member radiated genuine warmth, remembering our names, celebrating an engagement with a sparkler topped affogato, and turning dinner into a memory we will replay like a favorite Fellini film. Novita is a five star sanctuary where Italian soul, sensational flavors, and service that spoils you silly collide in a burst of pure delight. Whether you are toasting a milestone, wooing a foodie, or simply treating yourself to la dolce vita, book a table by the window, bring your stretchy pants, and prepare to fall head over heels. I left with a belly fuller than a Roman emperor, a pocket of grissini crumbs, and a calendar already marked for my next visit, this place doesnt just serve dinner, it serves happiness on a hand painted plate. Grazie mille, Novita, you have officially ruined all other Italians for me forever! read more

I've dined here for a regular dinner service and also had my baby shower here as an event. The service was great both by the staff and working with the event management team. The event management team answered any questions we had in an efficient manner. They also gave us plenty of time to set up the room for our event. The in house catering has plenty of options for your event to cater to your budget. They have the menus available on their website. There are three rooms you can choose to have your event in (main dining room, private downstairs room and the lounge. It's best to book early to be sure to get the room you want for your event. The lounge holds the most amount of guests while the private room holds the least. The private room also is not handicap accessible, so something to keep in mind if you have guests who cannot go up or down the stairs. For our event we did a buffet brunch in the main dining room, so everyone can try a little bit of everything that they offer. It was a mix of breakfast and lunch items. I really liked the vodka rigatoni which had a nice creamy tomato based sauce. The pasta is cooked just the right doneness. There was also the tomato mozzarella frittata and French toast which was really good too. For dessert we opted for the cookies and cannolis which was equally delicious with the cannolis having a smooth creamy filling and a shell which a nice crunch. I would definitely go back again as a regular customer and would consider having another event again there. read more

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Beautiful ambiance and service. Enjoyed our Baratta appetizer. My gnocchis with lobster were good and different. Quiet and dignified surroundings. read more

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Came here Friday for dinner - make a reservation on opentable if you know you are coming! We were seated at a high top once you walk in the door which was great - lights were dim and atmosphere was cozy. Friends and I split the CARBONARA pizza and QUATTRO FORMAGGI pizza as well as the CAVATELLI pasta which was OH SO GOOD. Service was good as well and the DJ played great throwbacks too! I'll be back for a Saturday night. read more

Came here for a Saturday dinner and it did not disappoint. For drinks we had the sangria and house margarita, our appetizers were mussels with fried artichokes, baked spinach and artichoke dip, and the meatball sliders. The favorite of all three was the dip, it came out in a cast iron pan and had a candle burning underneath it to keep it warm. Our waiter was very pleasant, had great recommendations and always kept us accountable for our drink refills . The atmosphere was very calm and classy, it made for a relaxed environment. Will definitely retur read more

Novitá - Rigatoni Ragu - Wine Bars Near Me - Garden City, New York

I have been coming here for some time and it's about time I reviewed this place! They have a bottomless brunch of the weekends that is fantastic and a ladies night on Thursdays and Happy Hour on the weekdays until 7pm (which is great since many HH are until 6pm). I love their truffle arancinis and their pastas are always so consistent and delicious. I never got something I didn't like. On my last trip, I went for ladies night and sat at the bar. I had an extremely delicious lobster cream pasta (forgot the name!) I will be back again and again! read more

Novitá - Lobster Pasta- absolutely delicious!!! - Wine Bars Near Me - Garden City, New York

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Enjoyed the atmosphere. However the food was not good at all. The artichoke appetizer tasted like old oil. The pizza had massive amounts of cheese. Trust me I love a lot of cheese on my pizza but it was way too much. The chicken parmigiana cheese was half cooked. Honestly I was surprised because they do have good reviews. The staff was attentive but there seemed to be confusion at the same time. Not sure I would go back for dinner but I would go back for a cocktail. read more

Seafood pasta fra diavlo over squid ink pasta wow! Really yummy. Burrata with prosciutto and fig balsamic vinegar was good too. Would come back and try some of the other pastas and pizzas- but I'll probably end up having the fra diavolo again! Service and ambience are good. read more

Novitá - Creamy Burrata - Wine Bars Near Me - Garden City, New York

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Enjoyed a very nice brunch here. Since we decided at the last minute we were offered bar seating. The isolation from the other diners worked out perfectly. After informing the bartender of our pescatarian diet, he suggested which dishes could be adapted. You could order a la carte or stick the bottomless boozy brunch. Our appetizers were delicious and I could've been happy with just that and their bread basket. The double tops eggs sandwich was super fluffy and tasty. Now my shrimp in ala vodka sauce with pasta was super snappy and yummy but the sauce left a lot to be desired. Definitely will be giving them a another try. read more

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Came here with my family to celebrate my birthday and everything was amazing. We started with the fondue appetizer - shared it between the four of us and it was delicious. I ordered my favorite: chicken parm with vodka sauce and penne. It is my go to and it was definitely one of the best. very flavorful Everyone else loved their food too. The branzino was flavorful and cooked perfectly. The black linguine with Calabrian peppers had the perfect kick and flavorful and the Sicilian chicken was great and perfectly cooked There was a small situation that came up during dinner and the way the staff handled it was perfect. We weren't looking for anything but just to inform the restaurant. Both the server and manager came over, apologized, and they ended up comping two drinks, my chicken parm, and even brought out a dessert on the house. It was way more than we expected, and it really showed how much they care about their guests having a great experience. Food was incredible, great atmosphere, great service. Definitely will be back. read more

Large parking lot shared with neighboring restaurants and stores. My friend and I were provided with 2-course brunch menus, but we confirmed with our waiter that the dishes can each be ordered individually as a single-course meal. The brunch menus seem to be for weekends. I learned that portions for dishes at Novita are not particularly large but they're sufficient. My cavatelli pasta with sweet and spicy sausage was so flavorful! My friend and I also liked the appetizer; they were tiny but thick slices of corn bread, one loaf with blueberries and the other with cranberries. Yum! While we enjoyed our brunch in the middle of Novita, the front of the restaurant was sectioned off for a birthday celebration. This was nicely done with curtains for the party's privacy as far as what can be seen, not so much what can be heard (but this wasn't an issue at all - nice to hear merriment!). Very lovely ambiance. I wasn't impressed with the amount of food you get or the portion sizes, but the quality of the food was certainly there. read more

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I visited Novita with a friend for a late lunch in February. We dined in the heated outdoor enclosed patio which was at a nice warm temperature, especially with the sun. The gluten-free menu was handy since my friend is following a gluten-free diet. I got the black linguine with charred octopus. Octopus was cooked perfectly and was quite plentiful throughout the dish. It did a good job taking in the flavor of the sauce and retaining its own. The sauce was tomato based and spicy (in both heat and flavor) with guanciale pancetta. The spice level was just right for me, a 3.5/5, where you can feel the warmth, but not enough to cause a runny nose. I enjoyed finding the thin slices of guanciale pancetta weaved within the linguine strands. It was richer than normal pancetta as it is sourced from the pig cheek versus the belly. Pasta was average, al dente and a good vehicle for the sauce. I chose the French fig cocktail which was a good for lunch as it was not too heavy. The fig and pineapple worked well together. It would qualify as one of those dangerous drinks that's easy to consume before feeling the full effects. Finished the meal with a nutella crème brûlée. There was a healthy layer of caramelized sugar on top that was satisfying to crack with the back of a spoon. The custard beneath was creamy, smooth and tastefully blended with the chocolate hazelnut spread. Service was excellent. Will visit again in the future! read more

Novitá - Black Linguine, Charred Octopus and Gluten Free Pasta with Crumbled Sweet & Spicy Sausage - Wine Bars Near Me - Garden City, New York

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Dined in "lower dining room". Service and ambience 1/2 what it is on main level. Hot appetizers arrived cold. Could not find waiter to address. Just ate some and left rest over. Apps were Baked clams and fried artichoke hearts. One Entree arrived hot and the other cold. When the cold one arrived re-heated the hot entree had been finished. Manager asked if I wanted grated cheese on my pasta. I responded yes but he never returned with or without grated cheese. Had to ask for refilled water glasses. Cocktails came from upstairs bar and took way way too long to be served. Food and service much better previously but that was in the main floor dining room. Might and might not try again. 3 stars because the food that was hot was tasty. read more

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Amazing brunch special! Drinks are delicious that is followed by a vast range of different app and entree options!