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Nova Kitchen & Bar, Garden Grove, CA

Nova Kitchen & Bar

4.2
4.2
899 Reviews
$31 to $50
Asian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
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
  • 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.
  • Neighbourhood
    Garden Grove / Westminster
  • 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

Experiences

  • 5 Element Sunday Brunch

    US$69.99 per person

    Multiple dates available
    5 Element Sunday Brunch is an immersive AYCE dining experience where each element—Wood, Metal, Fire, Water, and Earth—comes to life through thoughtfully curated cuisine. Journey through uniquely themed rooms featuring indulgent offerings like prime rib, sushi, crab legs, and more, each representing a different element for a multi-sensory brunch like no other.
    5 Element Sunday Brunch photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour Monday-Friday (4-6PM)

    Multiple dates available
    Fri - Sat - 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
    Special Appetizers & Cocktail

    Happy Hour Monday-Friday (4-6PM) photo
  • Omakase $68/person (Tues & Weds)

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Wed - 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
    11-course Dinner Starting at 7PM Visit www.novaoc.com/omakasebooking for reservations.

    Omakase $68/person (Tues & Weds) photo

What 899 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nova Kitchen & Bar offers a trendy and sophisticated ambiance with a focus on creative Asian fusion cuisine. Highlights include "delicious drinks" and "amazing service," with notable dishes like the "miso cod" and "wagyu ribeye." While some found service inconsistent, the overall experience is generally praised for its atmosphere and unique menu offerings.

899 Reviews
  1. A

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was nice, but found the selection underwhelming for the value. I was there for Sunday brunch. Service was great.

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  2. Brayan

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was greeted at the grin door with amazing ambiance and big smile by the front desk. Was quickly sat and provided with many great recommendations. The habiscus zest was a great starter cocktail . I highly recommend the miso cod and the wagyu ribeye. Service was top notch. Definitely a must try when you are around Garden Grove, Disneyland or the convention center.

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  3. June

    VIP

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite local restaurant. Thank you Nicole for being an amazing server!

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  4. Andrew

    VIP

    New York City

    55 reviews

    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Still my favorite restaurant. Romantic, dark, and delicious cocktails

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  5. Alicia

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the experience! Husband and I took our teen daughters here while in town. Cream Brûlée was magical!

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  6. Penny

    VIP

    Seattle

    66 reviews

    2.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a group of 5 and made reservations for a standard table. When we arrived, the hostess tried to seat us at a bar table. We asked for a standard table and she seated us in a back room. Service was extremely slow but the food was great!!

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  7. Yajayra

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    It feels like the aim is to be trendy not really flavorful. The Floating Garlic Noodles left much to be desired as it was bland and not even salt, Tabasco, or lemon could fix it. Their restaurant was beautifully decorated and the drinks were delicious. Their element dumplings were good, as well as the bao. In the end I believe the drinks and appetizers are worth the experience.

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  8. Joe

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and Prices were very good overall, and some of the dishes were truly excellent. The service was okay. It seems that parts of our orders were forgotten, and then it took a very long time to be served with some of the plates. The servers meant well, but something seemed off with them. This was unlike a prior experience, which had excellent service.

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  9. Lance

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was horrible. I am not sure if the owner changed or what, but the menu is totally different and it tastes bad

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  10. Caitlin

    VIP

    Orange County

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My parents had a wonderful time at Nova. The service was great and the humongous menu allowed them to order many different dishes. Each dish was delicious to them.

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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 4.2 stars by 899 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Nova Kitchen & Bar

12361 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92840

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Garden Grove / Westminster
  • 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
  • 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.
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