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Novara, Milton, MA

Novara

4.8
4.8
2328 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Novara rivals the quality and authenticity of Boston’s North End restaurants in a suburban setting while remaining a casual neighborhood bar and restaurant. The culinary team is led by Executive Chef Anthony DeRienzo who will incorporate elements of his Italian heritage in a menu that is appealing and approachable. Located in a heritage building whose entrance will amaze. Parking lot located behind the restaurant Church Street. Street parking also available.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 65 times today

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  • Order online
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian, American

  • Hours of operation

    Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (617) 696-8400

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Tony DeRienzo

  • 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. Rustic beams, glowing sconces and a decorative fireplace create the feeling you are in a Tuscan villa. The Wine Shed seats up to 15 guests and can be reserved for your private dining needs. We are also equipped with audio visual equipment to accommodate your business meeting needs. We can also accommodate larger parties and provide the full restaurant for up to 175 people on a given afternoon or evening. Contact private dining sales for details.

  • Private party contact

    Manager: (617) 696-8400

  • Neighborhood

    Milton

  • Cross street

    Church

  • 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, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,328 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. ZaidaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the server was very friendly and provide great services
  2. ByungK

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it there, from food to design of restaurant. Wished we had one near our home, I would go there every week.
  3. FeBe

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service here is phenomenal every single time!
  4. PatriciaP

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great Meal. The crispy cauliflower was terrific. I had the short rib dinner which was excellent. Service was good but I felt a bit rushed. The atmosphere is energetic but, very comfortable.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an excellent lunch on Sunday! We booked through the Open Table app and they were ready for us when we arrived! March Madness was going on, but the noise level was good and the service was efficient. Although we ordered from the lunch menu, the brunch specials looked amazing. Can’t wait to come back!
  6. DC279

    New England

    33 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Always a great meal at Novara. Went to celebrate a friends birthday. The only thing that soured the event was the waitress - she obviously wanted to be anywhere but working and serving. Did she not realize she works on tips based on her service?? Five of us at the table all commented on her poor service and attitude. This did not kill our mood or impact the visit, but I did think she could've been a little pleasant. Never had poor service here before and hoping this server just had an off day.
  7. Sophiesticated

    New England

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    The food was good and didn’t take long to come out. The cocktails were just okay. The service could have been better but it was a busy night so that may have been the reason for the mediocre service.
  8. FoodieOnTheSouthShore

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is amazing. The desserts are even better. The ambiance is classic, and the interior design is beautiful. The staff are attentive and quick to bring you everything you need. If you're looking for a good Italian restaurant, this is the place to go.
  9. KimM

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Great food, lively atmosphere and superior bar. A little pricey but a nice night out.
  10. KatieJ

    New England

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Oustanding food and drinks!! Filet with lobster was amazing and my second time getting the braised short rib. Will absolutely be back!
  11. Black

    New England

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    If you are looking for a busy noisy sports bar this place may be for you: dominated by an enormous rectangular bar fitting an easy 100-150 people with tables pushed to the walls with many large screen TV’s will keep you up to date with every sport. But if you are looking for a warm (both temps and spirit) cosy place to enjoy a night out or a private conversation this may not be a great fit. Food is good.
  12. DarrinC

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday dinner.
  13. SuzeQ

    New England

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our best experiences at Novara! Our server Bella was spot on and terrific! You brought back my favorite pasta - the rigatoni with the smoked cheese taste. Thank you. Nice vibe on a Thursday night! The man who greets us always remembers us and that enhances our experience too. Thanks!
  14. TerryH

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and our server, Josh was personable and attentive. Would go back.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Birthday mid afternoon dinner/lunch before heading into Boston. Excellent food but noise level was a lot!
  16. ShellBells

    New England

    56 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Overall, the best lunch spot in E Milton Square, with varied menu providing something for everyone. Some items priced a bit high. Service is friendly, and didn’t feel rushed to leave the table once our plates were cleared.
  17. jeans

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went there after a wake and the place was very crowded. They gave us a wonderful table. Service was outstanding! The food came out very quickly and all 5 dinners were excellent.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fantastic food in a cool space! My only gripe was that there were a lot of tvs around making it feel like they had dropped a sports bar into this fancy restaurant
  19. DebP

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely AMAZING!!!! Ordered the surf and turf which consisted of the filet mignon and lobster over mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts. This meal had three lobster tails! Absolutely phenomenal.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Service was poor which makes for a not so good experience. Food was good
  21. ELMS

    New England

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always excellent food and service. Can’t express how much we thoroughly enjoy brunch monthly at Novara and always have an over the top experience. From the phenomenal friendly and efficient staff to the delicious and always flawless menu - Can’t say enough except thank you !!!
  22. PhilS

    New England

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, food and atmosphere
  23. MAKFG

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    I introduced a new fan to Novara. I was in the East Milton area from out of state and invited a co-worker from the area to join me for dinner. She lives in the area and is now a fan. Thanks, Vance and team!
  24. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal and service!
  25. DebF

    New England

    39 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Lamb lollipops were great should be on menu all time Waiter was very friendly
  26. Megm

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious apps and entrees. Server was great. Wide selection of beer/drinks/wine. Great specials menu.
  27. ViViD

    Grand Rapids

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Highs and lows: Both of our main courses were excellent- perfectly seared scallops, delicate risotto, lovely chicken marsala. Tha calamari starter was overcooked and a bit rubbery, the marinara good but overpowering. Our server was inexperienced-- didn't want to make eye contact or engage at all, thoguh the server who opened our wine was charming. Our table was in the bar area, which was crowded ond loud. Lastly, there were discrepancies between menu prices and our bill. The wine was $1 above the wine list price, and the tiramisu was $10 instead of the $8 on the dessert menu. Yes, it was only $3, but ...
  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
  29. Fanman

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great service was excellent totally enjoyable experience.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you! Food is always delicious!! Service excellent!
  31. Diane

    New England

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never a bad meal here, the oysters were outstanding as was the lobster roll. Had to take 1/2 home it was so big!
  32. Colin

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Valentines Day date. Amazing service
  33. snr129

    San Antonio

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our 2nd Valentines Day spent at Novara and (3rd holiday - we spent NYE here) and the team truly knows how to host an AMAZING holiday evening! Service, food and drinks were all fabulous and such a thoughtful touch to gift all the ladies with long stem roses at the end of the meal. We will continue to return to Novara for all our special occasions!
  34. amelia

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Went for Valentine’s Dinner and it was m’eh. To start… I guess someone has to get the crap table… but why give someone a bad table when the one next to it sits empty during their entire dinner? We were seated in the small room which could be very romantic but this table shouldn’t exist… it’s between a doorway looking at the back side of the hostess stand and a wall. Our food was good but our waiter forgot our antipasto salad so our relaxed dinner felt a little rushed when our entrees came out so fast. Note… he did make it up to us by comping a dessert… which was the yummiest part of the meal… so thank you for that. Cocktails were also great. Just don’t understand why we were sat at such a bad table.. why even have it… it really ruined the vibe of our evening and our experience… especially since there was a better option right next to us… we should have spoke up but I don’t like confrontation… I don’t usually write reviews but hopefully they’ll take this in and get rid of that table… you guys know the one!

    NovaraResponded on February 16, 2023Thank you for spending Valentine's Day with us! I'm sorry to hear you didn't like the table at which you were seated. Never hesitate to ask for a different seating assignment, as we would rather be given the chance to assist our guests in the moment whenever possible than have them leave unhappy. We look forward to serving you again!

  35. CP18

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks were delicious. We go out to dinner here often and have yet to have a bad meal!
  36. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sunday night, Super Bowl was a winner!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely experience in all facets
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Key West

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful experience! From the moment we walked in we were greeted with a welcoming smile. Once we check in (we had reservations) we were quickly escorted to our table. The ambiance was delightful, the music and movie choice was a 10 out of 10. The waitress was very nice. Our food and drinks were served in a timely manner and was DELICIOUS! My husband had the cod and I had the salmon. This is a must try if you are in the Boston area and it’s a quick Uber ride to and from the city. We can’t wait to visit again!
  39. TheCs

    New England

    63 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It took a bit of a wait to be seated, despite having a reservation, however customer service was polite. Our server was friendly and didn’t bother us too frequently. Cocktails were good - the list had some interesting options. Food was great. Overall, we had a very nice time. We will come back.
  40. DenetraB

    New England

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The banana bread pudding was OUTSTANDING, our salad and pizza wss delicious also

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Novara using the Order Online button. Novara also 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 2328 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 PM


Booked 65 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
  • Logo image for Uber Eats
Google Map for Novara

556 Adams Street, Milton, MA 02186

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Church

  • Neighborhood

    Milton

  • Hours of operation

    Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • 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

  • Executive chef

    Tony DeRienzo

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • 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. Rustic beams, glowing sconces and a decorative fireplace create the feeling you are in a Tuscan villa. The Wine Shed seats up to 15 guests and can be reserved for your private dining needs. We are also equipped with audio visual equipment to accommodate your business meeting needs. We can also accommodate larger parties and provide the full restaurant for up to 175 people on a given afternoon or evening. Contact private dining sales for details.

  • Private party contact

    Manager: (617) 696-8400

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