Novara

Name: Novara
Address: 556 Adams Street, Milton, MA, United States, 02186
Telephone: (617) 696-8400
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (3045)

$31 to $50

Italian

556 Adams Street, Milton, MA 02186

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Lively

Novara rivals the quality and authenticity of Boston’s North End restaurants in a suburban setting. The classic Milton Cinema converted beautifully into his industrial-chic hot spot with soaring ceilings and a sleek cararra marble bar. Parking lot located behind the restaurant Church Street. Street parking also available.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 696-8400
Website
http://www.novararestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Catering is offered through our full service catering company, Cypress Catering Company. Cypress Catering provides catering for weddings, corporate functions, private events, and much more. Visit our website at www.cypresscateringcompany.com for more information.
Private party facilities
The Wine Shed at Novara is the perfect setting for your intimate dinner party and seats up to 20. Rustic beams, and a decorative fireplace. The flatscreen tv has an audio-visual hook-up to accommodate your business meeting needs. Our beautiful tented patio is the perfect seasonal choice for events. Contact private dining sales for details.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
556 Adams Street, Milton, MA 02186
Neighborhood
Milton
Cross street
Parking located at 10 Church St. Street parking also available.
Parking details
Novara has a parking lot behind the facility and plenty of street parking, located at 10 Church st. The Abby Park lot can also be used for Novara diners.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Novara offers an exceptional dining experience in a beautifully transformed movie theater setting. Guests rave about the "amazing vibe" and "delicious food." Highlights include "best lobster roll in Greater Boston" and "phenomenal cocktails." While lively, service remains "top-notch" and "attentive," making it a favorite destination for both casual and special occasions.

3,045 Reviews

T
Taylor VIP
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently good food and great service as always.
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Gwendolyn VIP
Greater Boston9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love how they turned an old movie theatre into a culinary work of art.
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Jerry
Greater Boston32 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent Chicken Marsala as well as Lamb Loli Pops w/potatoes and peppers
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anthony VIP
Greater Boston28 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat at what might be the world’s longest bar….very cool…the place has an amazing vibe….the building was originally a movie theatre…the makeover is extraordinary. Food absolutely delicious and the bartenders were really great. Can’t wait to return. Tony
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Carol
Greater Boston1 review
4.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
food was great, service was great, but very loud-hard to have a conversation
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Liana
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of my favorite places to go very diverse no need to get super dressed up. The food is always delicious. Great drinks as well friendly and attentive staff!
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Debbi and Alan
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My business lunch was delightful- service and food very good. The ambiance and noise level was appreciated allowing for great conversation.
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D
Donald
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server James was wonderful! We had a great brunch.
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LeAnn VIP
Greater Boston5 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Nice waitstaff, good but not spectacular food, cavernous and loud. A place to see and be seen. Will not return.
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AnyG VIP
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They were able to merge two different party reservation into one at the last minute. Service amazing as always, our server was super.
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FAQs

Novara offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Novara also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 696-8400.

Novara is rated 4.8 stars by 3045 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

556 Adams Street, Milton, MA 02186

Additional information

Cross street
Parking located at 10 Church St. Street parking also available.
Neighborhood
Milton
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Novara has a parking lot behind the facility and plenty of street parking, located at 10 Church st. The Abby Park lot can also be used for Novara diners.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.novararestaurant.com/
Phone number
(617) 696-8400
Catering
Catering is offered through our full service catering company, Cypress Catering Company. Cypress Catering provides catering for weddings, corporate functions, private events, and much more. Visit our website at www.cypresscateringcompany.com for more information.
Private party facilities
The Wine Shed at Novara is the perfect setting for your intimate dinner party and seats up to 20. Rustic beams, and a decorative fireplace. The flatscreen tv has an audio-visual hook-up to accommodate your business meeting needs. Our beautiful tented patio is the perfect seasonal choice for events. Contact private dining sales for details.

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