Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Greater Boston
  4. Boston
  5. Milton
Novara, Milton, MA

Novara

4.8
4.8
2899 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Novara rivals the quality and authenticity of Boston’s North End restaurants in a suburban setting. The classic Milton Cinema converted beautifully into his industrial-chic hot spot with soaring ceilings and a sleek cararra marble bar. Parking lot located behind the restaurant Church Street. Street parking also available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 696-8400
  • Website
    http://www.novararestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • 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 and seats up to 20. Rustic beams, and a decorative fireplace. The flatscreen tv has an audio-visual hook-up to accommodate your business meeting needs. Our beautiful tented patio is the perfect seasonal choice for events. Contact private dining sales for details.
  • Location
    556 Adams Street, Milton, MA 02186
  • Neighborhood
    Milton
  • Cross street
    Parking located at 10 Church St. Street parking also available.
  • 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, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 2,899 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Novara shines with "amazing food" and "stellar service," making it a favorite for both locals and visitors. The menu offers diverse options, including standout dishes like Lobster Benedict and chicken parm. While the ambiance is lively, some guests note the noise level. The outdoor dining experience is especially "magical" and "tranquil."

2,899 Reviews

  1. Richard

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great experience. The staff was friendly even wished my fiancee a happy birthday each time they met her. There were a few hiccups as to why I could not rate 5 stars. First was our steaks were over cooked not destroyed however at $50 for a ribeye the cook should know med rare from med well. The homemade steak sauce that was touted on the menu was lack luster. The other reason was we ordered a bottle of wine that was listed at $45 and charged $60. Normally I wouldn't have even noticed however I decided to take the customer copy as a momento of the occasion. When I reviewed it I noticed the error. Not a huge deal but still put a bitter taste in my mind. The decor was classy and tasteful. The acoustics were not good and was very loud and it wasn't a rowdy crowd either. Good time enjoyed it didn't feel that there was enough value in the food which all was good but nothing wowed us. As more upscale restaurant I would expect more. Edit: This says alot about an establishment. After my review was posted the restaurant read it and not only responded but did so in such a professional way that really did make me feel better. I recieved a voice mail as the call came while I was at work from Emelia. She did in fact remember us and having wished my fiancee a happy birthday. She apologized for the over sight of the over charging of the bottle of wine. Yes I do believe it was simply missed in rephrasing of proces in computer and not done maliciously. She stated that the difference would be reversed on my card. And also said how they do appreciate the honest feedback. I really appreciate this gesture and also no long drawn out excuses the over charge was a simple mistake. The kitchen well it didn't get brought up and I believe rightfully so and appreciate that excuse wasn't thrown out. Mistakes happen and I have a feeling that management will address the issue in their own way. And thank you for not asking me to change my review instead I added this note.

    Is this helpful?

  2. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was exceptional. Four of us shared three appetizers which were perfect. All of our meals came out at the same time, which is much appreciated, and were very generous portions. We then shared one dessert-because, again, the portions were huge.

    Is this helpful?

  3. gilda

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently great food, exceptional staff, and ambiance plus. We return again and again and are never disappointed. ❤️

    Is this helpful?

  4. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Waitstaff was great. Reservation was not ready when arrived. Bathrooms were dirty.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Gregory

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hello, My name is Gregory, and I hosted an event for my birthday yesterday. I originally booked for six people, but it increased to eight and then ten, so they were able to accommodate me and my party. The service and beverages were excellent, and the manager was exceptional. I'll definitely be back. I hope they enjoy the scorpion cake.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Jason

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Delicious food. Lively atmosphere.

    Is this helpful?

  7. John

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The blackened swordfish special was superb! Hoping to see it on the menu again.

    Is this helpful?

  8. mary

    Greater Boston

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never had a bad meal here! Great for “ladies who lunch”!

    Is this helpful?

  9. Bridgee

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Would recommend. Frequent customer

    Is this helpful?

  10. Janet

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The appetizer and entree were great. Unfortunately, the desert which was the lemon cake was tough and dry. The service was great.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Novara 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 2899 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 31 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Novara

556 Adams Street, Milton, MA 02186

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Parking located at 10 Church St. Street parking also available.
  • Neighborhood
    Milton
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • 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
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.novararestaurant.com/
  • 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 and seats up to 20. Rustic beams, and a decorative fireplace. The flatscreen tv has an audio-visual hook-up to accommodate your business meeting needs. Our beautiful tented patio is the perfect seasonal choice for events. Contact private dining sales for details.
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Open for Business Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo