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NOVA, West Bay, Grand Cayman

NOVA

5 (64)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
18-A Sea Fan Drive, West Bay, Grand Cayman KY1 - 1401

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
NOVA offers an idyllic and inspired dining experience on the stunning shores of the Cayman Islands. Nestled on the north shore of West Bay, this beachfront gem serves a unique blend of Mediterranean-Japanese fusion cuisine, offering delicious, hearty dishes paired with innovative cocktails. With its open-air setting, NOVA provides the perfect backdrop for a laid-back yet elegant dining experience. Enjoy a refreshing poolside lunch, followed by handcrafted cocktails on the beach, or savor a sunset dinner with picture-perfect ocean views. This dog-friendly restaurant features an outdoor patio by the ocean, making it the ideal spot to gather with friends and family. Whether you're seeking delicious food by the sea or a memorable sunset experience, NOVA offers a one-of-a-kind atmosphere in West Bay.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Japanese, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Federico Destro
  • Neighborhood
    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 64 people are saying

NOVA reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

5.0
5.0 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Caribbean

    Best Overall

  • Caribbean

    Best Food

  • Caribbean

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Caribbean

    Mediterranean

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Overall

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Food

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Service

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Ambiance

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Value

  • Cayman Islands

    Innovative

  • Cayman Islands

    Good for groups

  • Cayman Islands

    Neighborhood gem

  • Cayman Islands

    Great for fine wines

  • Cayman Islands

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Cayman Islands

    Great for scenic views

  • Cayman Islands

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nova is a gem offering "fantastic" service and "exceptional" food in a "beautiful" setting with ocean views. The menu is an inventive mix of Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine, featuring fresh seafood and sushi. With attentive staff and a welcoming atmosphere, it's a "must-visit" on the island for memorable dining.

64 Reviews
  1. Hellen

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic. We loved it. Beautiful sunset and ambience.
    NOVAResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Hellen! Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're so glad you had a fantastic time with us and enjoyed the sunset and ambiance — it really is a special setting. Tyrone will be thrilled to hear your kind words; he's a valued member of our team and always goes above and beyond. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon!

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  2. Jessica VIP

    Caribbean7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated Mother's Day with another couple and their kids. The kids swam while we visited and ate delicious food with lovely cocktails and wine! The seafood pasta was fresh and the truffle fries delicious!!
    NOVAResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi Jessica! Thank you for celebrating Mother’s Day with us! We’re so happy to hear you had a relaxing and enjoyable time with great company, delicious food, and drinks. It’s wonderful that the kids could have fun while you enjoyed the seafood pasta and truffle fries—two of our favorites! We hope to welcome you all back soon for another special occasion.

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  3. Annette VIP

    Tampa9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicoius food, wonderful service and gorgeous setting.
    NOVAResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hello Annette! Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and setting—it means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience!

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  4. Owen

    Hampshire10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for my wife’s birthday, arrived early and place was empty. It filled up for lunch, and was no rush in service, lovely relaxing afternoon. Good range of food and drinks.
    NOVAResponded on May 6, 2025
    Hi Owen! Thank you for sharing your experience! We're happy to hear you had a relaxing and enjoyable afternoon celebrating your wife's birthday with us. It's great to know you appreciated the pace of service and variety of food and drinks. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  5. Zoe

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such amazing food we had sushi and it was fabulous. Perfect setting and a lovely friendly restaurant
    NOVAResponded on April 28, 2025
    Hey Zoe! Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the sushi and had a wonderful time with us. It means a lot to know that both the food and atmosphere hit the mark. We hope to see you again soon for another delicious and relaxing visit by the water!

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  6. Jeremy

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place, fresh seafood, get to listen to the ocean while eating.
    NOVAResponded on April 15, 2025
    Hi Jeremy! Thank you so much! We're glad you enjoyed the fresh seafood and the ocean vibes—nothing better than great food with a great view. Hope to see you again soon!

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  7. heidi

    Charleston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed a lovely poolside lunch today at Nova. Service was impeccable-thank you Tyron. Had a caprese ciabatta sandwich with quality fresh ingredients my guest had a burger and fries; he said it was best he had on island. Unique and refreshing cocktails. View is amazing!
    NOVAResponded on April 7, 2025
    Hello Heidi! Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your poolside lunch at Nova, and we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Tyron. The Caprese Ciabatta and burger sound like great choices, and we’re thrilled your guest thought it was the best on the island! We're also glad you enjoyed our cocktails and the amazing view. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience soon!

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  8. Kim VIP

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it. All of it. The food, the vibe, the service, the location. Will always be on my restaurant rotation. Thank you for a memorable experience.
    NOVAResponded on April 7, 2025
    Hey Kim! Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you loved everything—from the food and service to the vibe and location. It means the world to us that we’ve earned a spot in your restaurant rotation. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more memorable experiences!

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  9. Dave

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent from the appetizers to the main course. Beautiful view. Worth the drive.
    NOVAResponded on March 31, 2025
    Hello Dave! Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed everything from the appetizers to the main course. It’s great to hear the view and drive were worth it—hopefully we’ll see you again soon for another amazing meal! 😊🌅

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  10. Ian VIP

    Chicago22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nova was fantastic! We have are our list of go-to spots on the island and we will certainly add this as one of our favorites. Food was outstanding. The service was great. Prices were reasonable (not always easy to say on the island). We look forward to coming back!
    NOVAResponded on March 24, 2025
    Hi Ian! Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so happy to hear Nova made such an impression and that you had such a great experience overall. It means a lot to us that you’ve added us to your go-to spots on the island! 😊 We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food, service, and value, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another outstanding meal soon! 🌟🍽️

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FAQs

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

NOVA is rated 5 stars by 64 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Caribbean
  4. Cayman Islands
  5. West Bay

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for NOVA

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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    West Bay
  • Hours of operation
    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
  • Executive chef
    Federico Destro
  • 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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