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NOVA, West Bay, Grand Cayman

NOVA

4.9
4.9
46 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for scenic views
An idyllic & inspired dining experience in the Cayman Islands. NOVA is a beachfront gem nestled on the north shore of West Bay. Mediterranean-Japanese fusion cuisine matched with innovative drinks;
NOVA’s open-air backdrop sets the stage for laid-back elegance. A breezy lunch poolside followed by cocktails on the beach. Or a sunset dinner with photo-worthy views. NOVA brings friends & family together in a unique waterfront setting.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Japanese, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (345) 946-5656
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    West Bay
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 46 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Caribbean

    Mediterranean

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Overall

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Food

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Service

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Value

  • Cayman Islands

    Innovative

  • Cayman Islands

    Good for groups

  • Cayman Islands

    Healthy

  • Cayman Islands

    Hot spot

  • Cayman Islands

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Cayman Islands

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Cayman Islands

    Romantic

  • Cayman Islands

    Great for scenic views

  • Cayman Islands

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nova offers an "absolutely amazing" dining experience with "perfect service, exceptional food," and a "wonderful ambiance." Located in a beautiful setting, guests enjoy inventive menus featuring fresh sushi, seafood, and Mediterranean dishes. The staff is praised for their attention to dietary needs and personal touches, creating "devoted guests" who "will definitely return."

46 Reviews
  1. Andrew

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful view on breezy Sunday! Had delicious lunch with visiting guests. Well worth the trip to the tip of west bay
    NOVAResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Andrew. Thank you for the lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed the beautiful view and delicious lunch with your guests. It's wonderful to hear that the trip to the tip of West Bay was well worth it! We look forward to having you back for more great experiences.

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  2. Myname

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ABSOLUTELY amazing. Perfect service, exceptional food, wonderful ambiance!
    NOVAResponded 2 days ago
    Hello! Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with our service, food, and ambiance. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another perfect meal!

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  3. Rhonda

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nova was amazing! Not only is the view beautiful, but the staff went above and beyond! My husband has a dairy allergy. It is so comforting when the server and chef take it seriously! But best of all was Barney! When our cab didn’t arrive he personally drove us back to our hotel!! He created devoted guests to his restaurant! We will see you next year!!
    NOVAResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Rhonda. Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt review! We're so glad to hear that Nova exceeded your expectations and that our team made your experience special. We truly appreciate your kind words about Barney and we’re thrilled he went above and beyond to make sure you had a seamless evening. We can't wait to welcome you back next year for another unforgettable visit!

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  4. Lisa

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic restaurant with wonderful food in a beautiful location. Highly recommended!
    NOVAResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Lisa! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and location. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon for another fantastic experience!

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  5. Amy

    VIP

    New York City

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience- super fresh sushi/sashimi… great service. Inventive menu. Also had great cocktails! Highly recommend!
    NOVAResponded on February 17, 2025
    Hello Amy! Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the fresh sushi and sashimi, along with the inventive menu and cocktails. It’s great to know that the service also made your experience memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

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  6. stacie

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    NOVA was a culinary experience and the venue is amazing. We had a lovely beachside dinner for 6. Food was delicious, wine was perfect and the ambiance can’t be beat. This is a must for anyone on the island.
    NOVAResponded on February 17, 2025
    Hey Stacie! Thank you so much for your glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear that NOVA provided such a memorable culinary experience for your beachside dinner. The setting, food, wine, and ambiance really do come together for something special, and we’re so glad you got to enjoy it all. We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back next time you’re on the island!

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  7. Clayton

    VIP

    Charleston

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitress remembered us from a prior visit and was very attentive serving us at the table on the beach. The owners, Barney and Federico always do a good job!
    NOVAResponded on February 11, 2025
    Hello Clayton! Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad our waitress made you feel at home and that you enjoyed your experience by the beach. Barney and Federico are dedicated to creating the best experience, and we're happy it shows. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

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  8. Joe

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great restaurant. Small, away from the tourist-biased restaurants. Multiple tables of locals. Staff was amazingly friendly and informative. If we had more days here, we would go there again.
    NOVAResponded on February 11, 2025
    Hi Joe! Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We're so happy you enjoyed the local vibe and the friendly service. It's always great to hear that our guests appreciate the atmosphere we’ve worked hard to create. We’d love to have you back next time you're in town!

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  9. Steven

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the greatest experience! The food was amazing. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. Will definitely come back again.
    NOVAResponded on February 11, 2025
    Hey Steven! Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear you loved the food and felt so welcomed by our team. We can't wait to have you back again soon!

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  10. Anthony

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique oceanfront restaurant using space in a cool old diving oriented hotel. Totally chill, outstanding seafood/sushi/mediterranean food, great service. The owner Gregor(Slovenian) is just an amazing man who explained the history of my Istrian background @ dinner! Sister restaurant is Bacaro which is also 5star but I much preferred Nova. Make sure to eat here!
    NOVAResponded on January 28, 2025
    Hello Anthony! Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience at Nova. Gregor is definitely a gem, and it’s fantastic that he was able to share some personal history with you—what a special touch to your dinner! Your recommendation means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to make your next visit just as memorable!

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FAQs

NOVA offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (345) 946-5656.

NOVA is rated 4.9 stars by 46 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 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for NOVA

18-A Sea Fan Drive, West Bay, Grand Cayman KY1 - 1401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    West Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Japanese, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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