Nova Kitchen & Bar

Name: Nova Kitchen & Bar
Address: 12361 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA, United States, 92840
Telephone: (201) 300-5312
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (943)

$31 to $50

Asian

12361 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92840

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Fancy

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.

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
(201) 300-5312
Website
http://novaoc.com/
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.

Location
12361 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Neighborhood
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

Offers

Happy Hour Monday-Friday (4-6PM)
Multiple dates available
Fri - Sat - 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Special Appetizers & Cocktail
Omakase $68/person (Tues & Weds)
Multiple dates available
Tue - Wed - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
11-course Dinner Starting at 7PM Visit www.novaoc.com/omakasebooking for reservations.
Sunday Seafood brunch Buffet
Multiple dates available
Sun - 10:45 AM - 1:30 PM
Our 5 Element Brunch Buffet offers a variety of exquisite and quality forward items. We are currently offering King Crab, Snow Crabs, Jumbo Prawns, Assortment of Nigiris and Rolls, Prime Rib Station, Pasta Station, and an Assortment of Brunch Classics and NOVA favorites. Our Brunch Buffet is $69.99 per person and $36.00 for kids ages 3-12.

Popular dishes

Shrimp Cocktail$20.00
three jumbo shrimp / wasabi aioli / soy cocktail
Char Siu Bao$16.00
3pc, barbecue pork, sweet soy, oyster sauce
Pork Belly Bao$15.00
braised pork belly / hoisin / shiso / crushed peanut / kaiware sprout
Element Dumpling$15.00
colorful assortment / pork / chick / soup dumplings
Wonton Corn Dip$15.00
corn, chipotle aioli, wonton chips, yuzu, nori, asian spice, sakura cheese
Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice$15.00
serrano / spicy mayo
Wings$14.00
thai chili sauce / sesame seed / blue cheese avocado dip
Chili Oil Wonton$14.00
pork / shrimp
Eggplant Tower (NEW)$14.00
japanese eggplant / panko / tzatziki / yuzu / nori
Fried Calamari$14.00
sliced calamari steak / peppercini & cherry peppers / garlic butter
Brussel Sprouts$13.00
sriracha / balsamic soy / itogaki / almond / chive
Edamame$9.00
traditional w. maldon salt OR garlic soy sauté
Miso Soup$5.00
seaweed / tofu / dashi

Rice & Noodz

Pork Belly Mac & Cheese (NEW)$22.00
macaroni / braised pork belly./ negi / nori / mornay sauce
Floating Garlic Noodz$24.00
jumbo prawns / gravity noodles / garlic soy sauce
Fried Rice
scallop / egg / crispy shallot / shrimp
- Veg$13.00
- Seafood$15.00
Chow Mein$15.00
green cabbage / leek / sesame seed / dark soy
Dan Dan Noodle$14.00
ground pork / cilantro / szechuan chili sauce

Shaking Beef$24.00
prime / bok choy / pickled onion / garlic soy
The "NFC" NOVA Fried Chicken (NEW)$22.00
3pc or 5pc / chicken thigh / garlic / dill pickle / house-made asian spices
Szechuan Tofu & Veggies$19.00
vegetable medley / citrus schezuan sauce / fried tofu
Kung Pao Chicken$19.00
water chestnut / ginger soy sauce / peanut / scallion / rice
Seared Ahi Tuna Salad$17.00
garlic seared ahi / mix baby greens / yuzu citrus vinaigrette
Braised Pork Belly$16.00
curry noodles / seasame seeds / bell peppers / thai basil
Deep Dish Tuna "Pizza"$16.00
crushed wontons / spicy tuna / avocado / green onions / wasabi aioli
Mushroom Toast$14.00
shimeji / baguette / truffle oil / saba / garlic aioli
Shrimp Tempura$14.00
tempura batter / togarashi / chive / spicy mayo

Table

The Hawk$100.00
36oz bone in tomahawk ribeye / trumpet mushrooms / mustard soy glaze
Wagyu Ribeye$74.00
14oz / shishito / cherry tomato / herb butter / trumpet mushrooms
Manila Ribeye$74.00
14oz wagyu ribeye marinated 48 hours / marinated pineapple / sweet garlic / soy
Novaruption$56.00
braised short ribs / fried basil leaves / maggi sauce / creamy slaw
Whole Branzino$56.00
seasonal vegetable / yuzu burre blanc / chimichurri
Amai Miso Cod$44.00
72hr miso marinated / miso reduction / bok choy / banana leaf
Wagyu Filet Skillet$40.00
5oz tenderloin / mushroom / caramelized onion / ponzu glaze / herb butter
Panko Crusted Salmon$34.00
sesame bok choy / saffron sauce / ginger garlic and panko crust
Thai Charred New York Steak$29.00
thai chutney / fried japanese eggplant / shoaxing truffle butter / block cut
Korean Galbi Plate$29.00
sweet soy marinade / kimchee / green onion
Teriyaki Chicken$23.00
chicken / daikon slaw / rice / pickled cucumber / sesame / teriyaki

Nigiri & Sashimi

Tuna
- Nigiri (2pc)$9.00
- Sashimi$13.00
Yellowtail Belly
- Nigiri (2pc)$9.00
- Sashimi$12.00
Yellowtail
- Nigiri (2pc)$9.00
- Sashimi$12.00
Salmon Belly
- Nigiri (2pc)$9.00
- Sashimi$12.00
Salmon
- Nigiri (2pc)$8.00
- Sashimi$11.00
Unagi
- Nigiri (2pc)$9.00
- Sashimi$13.00
Uni
- Nigiri (2pc)$16.00
- Sashimi$22.00
Toro
- Nigiri (2pc)$17.00
- Sashimi$24.00
Sweet Shrimp
- 1 Pc$10.00
- 3 Pc$25.00
Shrimp
- Nigiri (2pc)$6.00
- Sashimi$9.00
Hotate
- Nigiri (2pc)$8.00
- Sashimi$11.00
Tako
- Nigiri (2pc)$8.00
- Sashimi$12.00
Halibut
- Nigiri (2pc)$9.00
- Sashimi$13.00

Classic Rolls

Tuna
- Cut$10.00
- Hand$9.00
Cucumber
- Cut$8.00
- Hand$7.00
Negi Toro
- Cut$18.00
- Hand$15.00
California
- Cut$10.00
- Hand$8.00
Spicy Tuna
- Cut$11.00
- Hand$10.00
Salmon Skin
- Cut$12.00
- Hand$10.00
Vegetable
- Cut$9.00
- Hand$8.00

Specialty Rolls

Prime Mēt Roll$22.00
cali roll / seared filet / chives / kabayaki sauce
"BTS" Roll$19.00
baked tuna & salmon / masago / chives / shallots
"Black Pink" Roll$19.00
salmon roll / avocado / pink rice / black tobiko
Double Hamachi$19.00
spicy y.tail / avocado / cucumber / serrano / onion ponzu / crispy shallots
Spicy Tuna Mango Salsa$18.00
spicy tuna / puffed rice / avocado / mango salsa
Keto Roll$18.00
rice-less roll / cucumber wrap / yellowtail / tuna / salmon / avocado
Shrimp Tempura$17.00
avocado / cucumber / asparagus / shrimp tempura / spicy mayo
Volcano$17.00
california roll / baked scallop
Rainbow$16.00
california roll / assorted fish on top

Specialty Sashimi Plates

Toro Tartare$40.00
toro / caviar / dashi soy / gold leaf
Yellowtail Jalapeño$19.00
6pc yellowtail sashimi / serrano / cilantro / onion ponzu
Octopus with Japanese Herbs$19.00
mitsuba / parsley / shallot / yuzo kosho / lemon juice

What 943 people are saying

Nova Kitchen & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.0Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nova Kitchen & Bar offers a vibrant atmosphere with "incredible food and great atmosphere." Known for its fusion menu, it's a perfect date night spot with "outstanding service" and beautifully presented dishes. Guests rave about the sashimi platter and wagyu ribeye. Trendy and romantic, it's a must-visit in Orange County.

943 Reviews

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Sean
Orange County8 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time visit..great friendly and informative service. Atmosphere and vibe was great! Food was very good. We will definitely return when in that part of orange county again
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Jasmeer VIP
Orange County24 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing experience At Nova. Food was amazing as always and service 5 stars. We tried a bit of everything from the menu. I highly recommend this place. Don't forget to get your parking ticket validated. Perfect date night spot.
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Tyler
San Antonio1 review
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food and great atmosphere! Service was excellent and drinks were also on point. I will definitely be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix / Arizona1 review
2.0
Dined on June 18, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I would say this was a mediocre dining experience. Staff seemed like we were more of a nuisance than we were anything else and it took quite a bit to try to get service. They seemed annoyed if we ask questions on the menu or about certain drinks. As for the food, there is definitely not much value for what you get in the food was just kind of mediocre. There was nothing really special about it. And then while we were eating at the bar, they started cleaning the bar so we got a bunch of chemical smells while we were eating. It’s a bummer, We waste at our $50 dining credit on this restaurant.
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Christine
Los Angeles2 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Went for the Father’s Day seafood brunch. Never got any lobster.
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Andrew VIP
New York City58 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and awesome happy hour! Great deal in )100 hawk and service was impeccable
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Brian
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley3 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
It was way overpriced for what you get. The server and the manager was snooty and condescending. Small portions which look good, but taste poorly. It is a place that looks good in pictures, but far under delivers in person. Go somewhere else.
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Nishjah
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved everything about it! Will definitely come back!
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Soyoung
Orange County16 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Update: Came back for the 100 piece sashimi and 15oz wagyu steak, and I cannot believe I waited two years to try it again. The staff provided a beautiful birthday mochi dessert, and it was lovely. Absolutely outstanding service.
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Larae VIP
Los Angeles6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Great food but the air was not working and it was so darn hot
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FAQs

Nova Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (201) 300-5312.

Nova Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 943 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 15 times today

12361 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92840

Additional information

Neighborhood
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

Website
http://novaoc.com/
Phone number
(201) 300-5312
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.

Nova Kitchen & Bar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Happy Hour Monday-Friday (4-6PM)

Omakase $68/person (Tues & Weds)

Sunday Seafood brunch Buffet

Brussel Sprouts

Kung Pao Chicken

Shrimp

Begin

Shrimp Cocktail$20.00

Char Siu Bao$16.00

Pork Belly Bao$15.00

Element Dumpling$15.00

Wonton Corn Dip$15.00

Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice$15.00

Wings$14.00

Chili Oil Wonton$14.00

Eggplant Tower (NEW)$14.00

Fried Calamari$14.00

Brussel Sprouts$13.00

Edamame$9.00

Miso Soup$5.00

Rice & Noodz

Pork Belly Mac & Cheese (NEW)$22.00

Floating Garlic Noodz$24.00

Fried Rice

Chow Mein$15.00

Dan Dan Noodle$14.00

Share

Shaking Beef$24.00

The "NFC" NOVA Fried Chicken (NEW)$22.00

Szechuan Tofu & Veggies$19.00

Kung Pao Chicken$19.00

Seared Ahi Tuna Salad$17.00

Braised Pork Belly$16.00

Deep Dish Tuna "Pizza"$16.00

Mushroom Toast$14.00

Shrimp Tempura$14.00

Table

The Hawk$100.00

Wagyu Ribeye$74.00

Manila Ribeye$74.00

Novaruption$56.00

Whole Branzino$56.00

Amai Miso Cod$44.00

Wagyu Filet Skillet$40.00

Panko Crusted Salmon$34.00

Thai Charred New York Steak$29.00

Korean Galbi Plate$29.00

Teriyaki Chicken$23.00

Nigiri & Sashimi

Tuna

Yellowtail Belly

Yellowtail

Salmon Belly

Salmon

Unagi

Uni

Toro

Sweet Shrimp

Shrimp

Hotate

Tako

Halibut

Classic Rolls

Tuna

Cucumber

Negi Toro

California

Spicy Tuna

Salmon Skin

Vegetable

Specialty Rolls

Prime Mēt Roll$22.00

"BTS" Roll$19.00

"Black Pink" Roll$19.00

Double Hamachi$19.00

Spicy Tuna Mango Salsa$18.00