Close Icon
Gear IconImportant Reminder:The City Guide app will be sunsetting on December 15, 2024, with the web version to follow in early 2025. Please visit our FAQ to learn more or to download our Swarm app.
Learn more

Planning a trip to Dallas?

Foursquare can help you find the best places to go to.

Nova

Nova

Gastropub$$$$
Dallas
Save
Share
8.6/10
142
ratings
  • Stars
  • Tips
    MacKenzie M.
    "... friendly staff, and a fried pork loin that will change your life (no guarantees)...."(2 Tips)
    Darrell M.
    "The chicken & waffles and the shrimp and grits are fantastic!!!"(5 Tips)
    Mighty Q
    "Beet salad, fried pork loin, pizza, Nova 75..."(3 Tips)
    Bret S.
    "Chopped chicken salad muy bueno!"(2 Tips)
Tips and Reviews icon50 Tips and reviews
Filter:
  • good for dates
  • grits
  • pork
  • trendy
  • great value
User icon
Log in to leave a tip here.

Sort:
  • Popular
  • Recent
  • Dallas Observer
    Dallas ObserverAugust 23, 2013
    Gets the job done when most of the other bars in Dallas are mopping the kitchen floors. And the neighborhood locals who congregate at the bar make this one of Dallas' best places to spend late night.
  • Mighty Qheart icon on user image
    Mighty QSeptember 21, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Owners & staff are the best part of the experience here, other than the food and drinks. Literally, EVERYTHING is good. Beet salad, fried pork loin, pizza, Nova 75...
  • Dallas Observer
    Dallas ObserverAugust 4, 2014
    This gastropub in the former Kavala space was opened by a conglomerate of local hospitality hotshots, among them chef Kelly Hightower, whose pedigree includes Bolla, the Green Room and Hibiscus. Read more
  • MacKenzie M.
    MacKenzie McCarverJuly 2, 2019
    Local spot with great cocktails, friendly staff, and a fried pork loin that will change your life (no guarantees). No kids menu. Great for a date or friends night out. Not one bad dish on the menu.
  • Timothy M.
    Timothy MöhleNovember 22, 2014
    This roasted chicken is pretty damn good. Glad the waitress suggested it. I never default to chicken breast when eating out. I mean how pedestrian, right? Wrong!
  • Dallas Observer
    Dallas ObserverJuly 22, 2013
    The smoked salmon makes this one of Dallas' best bar snacks, and the neighborhood locals sitting on the stools make this one of Dallas' best bars.
  • Jennifer H.
    Jennifer HudsonJune 24, 2013
    Heirloom tomato salad was a special. It was awesome. Nice touch of habanero was the secret to the pleasing hint of spice, according to our most awesome waiter, Blake.
  • Darren L.
    Darren LookerSeptember 22, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the beet salad with BBQ vinaigrette. Even if you think you hate beets, you'll love this unorthodox dish. Mussels are also amazing.
  • Daniel A.heart icon on user image
    Daniel ArakiApril 2, 2016
    Chicken fried pork is amazing! They also have great beer tap selection. Managers are friendly
  • Darrell M.
    Darrell MillerOctober 25, 2014
    The chicken & waffles and the shrimp and grits are fantastic!!!
  • katy r.heart icon on user image
    katy ramseyMarch 28, 2016
    Brunch was amazing but all good here is on point. Try the mimosas or the mule
  • Dallas Observer
    Dallas ObserverSeptember 25, 2014
    Instead of the traditional soft-boiled egg, you'll find a perfectly poached version in Nova's ramen.
  • Larry H.
    Larry HanceDecember 22, 2013
    Our friends took us here after music at the Kesler. Very good food and great atmosphere! Definitely will go back.
  • Gastón L.heart icon on user image
    Gastón LabougleAugust 9, 2013
    Great atmosphere. A mixture between a retro diner and a modern bar. The pizza is very very good
  • Greg B.heart icon on user image
    Greg BellApril 18, 2016
    Brisket burger, pork fried steak and chocolate bomb for dessert. Service was outstanding!
  • L B.heart icon on user image
    L BenskinMarch 1, 2016
    Beet salad, Brussels sprouts, hummus, pizza, noodles, frequently changing menu item!
  • Whit M.heart icon on user image
    Whit MaullOctober 19, 2015
    The chicken fried pork tenderloin is enough food for two, but so good that you'll finish it yourself.
  • Dallas Observer
    Dallas ObserverSeptember 4, 2014
    You'll find the TV down at the end of the bar, where it curves like a fishhook, making conversation easy.
  • Timothy M.
    Timothy MöhleNovember 22, 2014
    The place is buzzing with a very inventive, homey menu. Bring earplugs on a weekend night.
  • Robbie G.
    Robbie GoodNovember 8, 2012
    The pho is legit. If you're thinking about it, do it!
  • Sheila A.
    Sheila AbbottJune 3, 2014
    Ask about the fresh blackberry desserts!
  • Bret C.
    Bret CococciaApril 19, 2013
    Love this place! "Mid-century modern/retro"... It's like local townies meets hipsters meets The Jetsons.
  • Amelia V.
    Amelia VonKennelJanuary 15, 2011
    A glass of cava, pita and hummus appetizer, spinach and feta pizza. Yum! Don't be afraid of the patio, nice and toasty!
  • Adeline T.
    Adeline TolliverJuly 26, 2013
    Food and drinks were delicious, and the chocolate brûlée was YUMMY!!
  • Warren F.
    Warren FarmerSeptember 27, 2013
    Have Rob, the bartender, tell you the story of his Christmas Party in the U-Haul. It laugh your ass offable.
  • Dina L.heart icon on user image
    Dina Light-McNeelyOctober 20, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    We love the brunch. Fantastic food and cocktails.
  • Chuck W.heart icon on user image
    Chuck WilliamsApril 26, 2013
    I forget what it's called but it sure looks good.
  • spencerjay
    spencerjayOctober 6, 2013
    the shrimp & grits will not disappoint.
  • Alex C.
    Alex CamposMarch 20, 2013
    Chicken fried tenderloin is the bomb.
  • Branden W.
    Branden WilliamsApril 26, 2014
    The Hummous is GREAT!
  • Robert Dwight C.heart icon on user image
    Robert Dwight CharterSeptember 3, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    The shrimp pizza is great. The people at the bar are interesting.
  • JOANN O.
    JOANN ONTHERUNMay 31, 2016
    Shrimp & grits were pretty good... Tomato soup tasted like tomato sauce, grilled cheese sammich was dry & disappointing
  • Meredith E.
    Meredith Elston ThomasFebruary 14, 2014
    My new spot. Great place.
  • J.E.R.K. O.
    J.E.R.K. O.April 8, 2012
    Roasted Garlic Hummus is always a hit.
  • Hector S.heart icon on user image
    Hector SandovalJanuary 17, 2015
    Kerri is awesome!
  • Linda R.
    Linda ReyesJune 4, 2011
    Try the pork tenderloin, asparagus and grits!
  • Tyla T.
    Tyla TaylorJuly 4, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Chop chicken salad is the shit & the bar staff rocks!!!
  • Johnnyheart icon on user image
    JohnnyFebruary 2, 2013
    Most whacked out server ever!
  • Gerardo V.
    Gerardo VargasNovember 21, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    get a pimm's cup or a bossanova, both are A+.
  • Michelle H.
    Michelle HarperMay 30, 2012
    Watermelon wasabi martini Yummo
  • Barbara B.
    Barbara BarbaraMay 6, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Best bartender....Kerri!!!
  • Penny K.
    Penny KimJune 21, 2012
    Try the pho!
  • Robert Dwight C.heart icon on user image
    Robert Dwight CharterApril 22, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    The staff is the friendliest.
  • Vince R.
    Vince RoweApril 23, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    If you eat outside be prepared to eat with flies
  • Dee Dee H.
    Dee Dee HolmanOctober 24, 2010
    Try the pork chop with grits
  • John A.
    John AlexanderAugust 14, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Great brunch!
  • Vince R.
    Vince RoweMarch 6, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    New menu is great!
  • Bret S.
    Bret S.February 13, 2011
    Chopped chicken salad muy bueno!
  • Complete N.
    Complete NerdomNovember 7, 2010
    Pumpkin Bread Pudding .... Holy Shit!!!!! Deeeeeeeeeeeelish
  • Vince R.
    Vince RoweApril 23, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Flies outside
Photos213 Photos