Novitá — Restaurant in Town of Hempstead

I went here with 2 of my childhood friends for a long awaited dinner. We waited many months to align our schedules and decided to go to a "tried and true" restaurant and we were GRAVELY disappointed!

The hostess was very nice and accommodating. We went on a Saturday night and the vibe was a little annoying. The techno elevator music was off-putting, but that could also just be my taste.

We got the pulpo, mediterranean salad, truffle fries and parmesan reggiano with lavender honey. The pulpo was overcooked and had no flavor. The mediterranean salad was soggy with horrible proportions (mostly red pepper) and the fries were mediocre, at best. The best thing was the parmesan cheese, likely because it required no preparation on the restaurants part.

For dinner we all got pasta, and all of the dishes were underwhelming. My friend got the carbonara and it was served with an overhard egg. When we asked for egg to be prepared properly, that took an additional 20 minutes. We pushed through and ordered the bread pudding for dessert which was also wildly disappointing. The skillet was piping hot and the bread pudding was cold and undercoooked. When we complained about the carbonara, the manager comp'ed the dessert...which I found extremely rude, because, what if we didn't get dessert???

The best thing we had were the drinks, the aperol cocktail, and I had a delicious espresso martini. We are super disappointed and I really hope it was just an off night for somewhere we really enjoyed...

Nestled in the heart of Garden City, Novita stands as a testament to culinary excellence. From the moment you step through its doors, you're transported into a realm where flavors dance and aromas tantalize the senses.

The ambiance is a perfect blend of sophistication and warmth, with soft lighting casting an enchanting glow over the elegantly set tables. The décor, a harmonious fusion of modern chic and classic charm, sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience.

But it's the food that truly steals the spotlight at NOVITA. Each dish is a masterpiece, meticulously crafted to delight even the most discerning palate. From the delicate seafood starters to the hearty main courses bursting with bold flavors, every bite is a revelation.

The service is impeccable, with a team of attentive staff ensuring that your every need is anticipated and met with a smile. The sommelier is a true expert, guiding you through an impressive selection of wines to perfectly complement your meal.

As you savor each exquisite course, you can't help but feel a sense of gratitude for the talented chefs behind the scenes, whose passion and dedication shine through in every dish.

NOVITA is more than just a restaurant – it's an experience. A symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas orchestrated to perfection. Dining here is not simply a meal, but a journey for the senses that leaves you longing to return...

Came for dinner, busy restaurant, fast & attentive service. We ordered the grilled octopus & cosmos to start, it came within 10 minutes, so freakin good! Shared two salads, a Ceasar and the chicken Milanese, the Ceasar was well dressed with great croutons, the Milanese was seasoned to perfection, with huge crispy thin cutlets! Then we shared we the frutti de mare black linguini pasta! Deliciously rich pasta, cooked to a slight bite and chew, fresh shrimp, lobster claw meat, clams and mussels. We left a few mussels behind, they weren’t that great, but they can’t help that, overall it was really good! For dessert, ordered the bread pudding absolutely moist, warm chocolate chips were melted into each bite. Vanilla gelato on top yes please! I had to order the pistachio gelato, left nothing behind, just divine. The food here is really delicious. My only con is that the music was a little loud, you have to be real close to one another to talk and listen. I like the music, just wanted it to be a tiny bit lower in volume. If there was dancing, I think it would make sense, not the case here. Folks are just having dinner and trying to converse. Its industrial/contemporary chic decor is nice. Large furniture, sturdy comfortable chairs, good for group dinners. Definitely would come back, the food was so good, I have to try other things on the menu, they know what...