Was so nice. We were going to order two lots of fries but the waitress informed of the large amount of chips on offer so only one was ordered. She was right, and the plate received was enough to full two and feed more. Its nice to have staff trying to help you have a lovely experience rather than sell, sell, sell. Gumbo was also ordered and well liked. Wish I could give 4 1/2 stars rather than 4. Only reason to mark down was the inability to order fatter fries, and the amount of orange in the water. Good work otherwise Nova!

I have dined here twice. On the first trip I ordered the fettuccine which was amazing and good value for money. Unfortunately my friend ordered the pork belly which had no meat on it and was all fat. When this was brought to the lovely waitresses attention she was very apologetic and offered him another meal free of charge. The pork belly dish was also struck off the bill. The second time I dined here I ordered the chicken and leek pie which was also delicious. Despite this there were a couple of pieces of chicken that were pink which I chose not too eat. All and all the decor and service was 5 star but due to the food issues I had on both trips I will rate it a bit lower overall.

I dined here on Friday night,as i have many times. On the advise of my daughter I ordered The Nova Burger. It arrived – a overcooked bun,slice of tomato,lettuce,dry chicken,chunky dip and a smattering of sauce. Chips around the burger. I would not recommend this. It wasn’t worth $5 let alone $17.Sorry Nova.

Extensive menu, something for everyone. good food and service, caters well for all ages, children included. friendly efficient staff and pleasant surroundings. Entry for Chocolate competition for Dunedin Chocolate festival (Cheesecake) was bland but poached pear and Pernod sauce delicious.

Great service. We were originally seated behind a horrible group of loud teenage girls but the head waiter made it his mission to move us to a move private table as far away from them as possible, and did so within 15 minutes. The desert of cheese cake was very delicious and my partner’s pork fillets were excellent, however my risotto was boring and in dire need of salt. Overall it was a lovely evening though.

Consistently good cafe, Nova have set the bar high in my book

We ate there for the first time last night. The restaurant has pleasant surroundings and the staff were great.
The food was well presented but we think that there were too many flavors in each dish. For example the broccoli side was served with cheese and salted nuts. The mains were OK but also were over seasoned with too many ingredients. We think that they could simplify the food and in doing so would make it even more palatable.
Overall an OK dining experience but need to SIMPLIFY the food.

Best Eggs Benny around!! Great place for brunc, super friendly staff make such a difference!! Amazing coffee also!

Went there for dinner the other night with some friends. The place has just been done up and looks fantastic. It has a fresh, welcoming and stylish atmosphere and look. The service was the best we have had in Dunedin, the staff were fast, knowledgeable and very friendly. I had the calamari for an entree’ it was well presented and amazing. Then the venison special which was amazing! Mouth watering and left me wanting more, but must note it was a good size for the price. Then I tried the white chocolate cone for dessert which was to die for! Over all an excellent place to dine and would recommend it to everyone.

Expensive, but good food and service. Very noisy venue though, due to it’s very popular nature. Great for meeting people from out of town though, so easy to find.