Novello's is one of our favorite restaurants. Spending Easter Sunday at Novello was like being with family. Marco greats us like we are Hollywood Stars, and Salem gives us the best service .
Ilene Scheinbart
Absolutely always the best quality in town. We love the food and service!Wheelchair accessibility: Wonderful.
Went there for our wedding anniversary dinner. Nice restaurant with friendly staff. Food was fresh and cooked perfectly. My Wife had the pear pasta and I had the NY strip cooked to perfection. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive, but not intrusive. Would highly recommend this restaurant for their quality of food and atmosphere.
Caryn Schulsinger
We just love Novello. Always, always a first class experience. Whether we sit at a table or at the bar with Kristen taking care of us. It just couldn’t be better. Food is outstanding- just try the veal chop parmigiana! It is so amazing. Marco is an awesome host and we always feel so welcome. Just an amazing dinner every single time! Kristen also pours a great drink and is very friendly and accommodating. Love this place!
Everytime I'm in town I make sure to stop here for one of my favorites Brazino butter fly. Taste is always consistent. My husband tried from the specials Ozo bucco(not sure on spelling) & was great. Never disappointing. Will be back in a couple of months. Thank you to staff that were very attentive.
Cary Reed
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Carlos, our waiter at Novello, elevated our dining experience to new heights. From the moment we were seated, his warm demeanor and genuine hospitality made us feel like cherished guests. His extensive knowledge of the menu helped us navigate through the delicious offerings, and his recommendations were spot-on. Carlos’s attentiveness never wavered throughout the meal, ensuring that our glasses were never empty and every need was promptly met. His professionalism combined with his friendly personality truly made our evening unforgettable. We left the restaurant not only satisfied with the exceptional food but also grateful for the exceptional service provided by Carlos. We’ll definitely be returning, and we hope to be greeted by him again. Grazie mille, Carlos!
A Schlesinger
If you like Filomena (Washington, DC) or Patsy's (NYC), you'll enjoy the options at Novellos. We ordered veal meatballs, veal bolognese, chicken ftancese, and snapper. All was well-prepared and our server, Alicia, was fantastic. Will return and recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Meatball, Bruschetta
Brian M.
I love this place, the owner Marco is always upbeat and joking. The service was excellent. We bounce between here Arturo's ,Dorsia, Le Sorelle and Josephine's. This has been my favorite Italian restaurant out of the half mile stretch. I ordered the Veal osso buco it was as good as Enzo's in the Bronx which really surprised me. The sauce or gravy (I won't get into that argument) was delicious. My wife loved her grouper special, I tasted it and I hardly ever order fish but I think I'll get it the next time it's available. I've yet to eat inside because I love the covered patio area it gives the feeling of vacation. Going back soon.
Mike
The food was excellent as were the cocktails. Service was good, seemed a little understaffed once the restaurant got really busy. A little pricey, but all restaurants are these days. You do get sizable portions for the money. Will definitely be going back.
Rayni B.
Novello is now my favorite Italian restaurant in south florida! We ate here twice this week but also have eaten here in past years. The quality of the food is a 10/10, the taste is amazing and they are so accommodating for me given my several allergies. The service is fantastic. The waiting staff and greeter are all so kind and attentive. The ambiance is lovely, the outdoor seating is like an oasis. Great experience.
Simply the best restaurant. We discovered last year as they were one of few restaurants open for take out on a holiday and just absolutely love it. We have since been back in person. Food is absolutely amazing. The quality of chicken is some of the best I ever had. Clearly amazing chef and top notch service. The staff is so well trained and truly care. I can't imagine anyone posting a negative review. If they didn't like a particular item, they should simply bring it up with management. There is a ton of pride in ownership. We absolutely love this place. I get chicken Marsala and my wife gets branzino or shrimp. This is a truly special place and one of the best restaurants in boca and the entire east coast. Truly special dining experience.
CarolB
I would recommend not putting a table for 2 between 2 tables for 4. The one table had a very loud person. The other had two conversations going on. My husband & I had to keep leaning in to hear each other. Perhaps a 2 table should be in a corner so one side is buffered. Or, we could have moved our chairs together on one side. Loved the affogato.
Bigorr
Booked an early table on Friday 15th March. Was greeted by the owner and directed to our table but decided to eat at the bar instead. Fantastic food, drink and service all round. We were so full after the meal that we needed a quick stop back at our hotel after the meal to recover. Some of the best food we've eaten in Florida and we'll be back for sure! Marco, thanks for everything.
Karen S.
Reservation for 7:15 PM for last evening March 14, 2024 was made a month in advance. After a half hour of not being seated, we spoke to Marco. He said, what do you want me to do? The people won't get up. Zero accommodations were made for us. We were seated at 7:50 PM. We wanted to order drinks. A half hour later we had to flag down a waiter to take our drink order. The food did not actually come out until an hour after we were seated, which was approximately at 8:50 PM. When we finished eating, there were only two other tables in the restaurant being occupied. The waiters obviously wanted to go home and were congregated together watching the three tables finishing their meal. When the bill came, I was surprised to see that there was a charge for shaking our martinis!! Poor experience. Food was nothing to rave about!
D D.
On my second trip to Novello in one month, I brought my foodie family along who are all first timers here. We were promptly escorted to our table to begin our dining experience. We began with the beef carpaccio and shrimp and polenta appetizers, Bruno was our very attentive server. For dinner we all chose different dishes. Each one was deliciously prepared, not a dud in the group. I enjoyed the frutti di mare risotto, it was fabulous. As part of my "Boca North Italian Trail" series, Novello is now my #1 choice.
Novello's is one of our favorite restaurants. Spending Easter Sunday at Novello was like being with family. Marco greats us like we are Hollywood Stars, and Salem gives us the best service .
Absolutely always the best quality in town. We love the food and service!Wheelchair accessibility: Wonderful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caprese, Arugula, Veal Chop, Dover Sole, Garlic Bread, Bruschetta
Went there for our wedding anniversary dinner. Nice restaurant with friendly staff. Food was fresh and cooked perfectly. My Wife had the pear pasta and I had the NY strip cooked to perfection. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive, but not intrusive. Would highly recommend this restaurant for their quality of food and atmosphere.
We just love Novello. Always, always a first class experience. Whether we sit at a table or at the bar with Kristen taking care of us. It just couldn’t be better. Food is outstanding- just try the veal chop parmigiana! It is so amazing. Marco is an awesome host and we always feel so welcome. Just an amazing dinner every single time! Kristen also pours a great drink and is very friendly and accommodating. Love this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caprese, Veal Chop, Garlic Bread, Bruschetta
Everytime I'm in town I make sure to stop here for one of my favorites Brazino butter fly. Taste is always consistent. My husband tried from the specials Ozo bucco(not sure on spelling) & was great. Never disappointing. Will be back in a couple of months. Thank you to staff that were very attentive.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Carlos, our waiter at Novello, elevated our dining experience to new heights. From the moment we were seated, his warm demeanor and genuine hospitality made us feel like cherished guests. His extensive knowledge of the menu helped us navigate through the delicious offerings, and his recommendations were spot-on. Carlos’s attentiveness never wavered throughout the meal, ensuring that our glasses were never empty and every need was promptly met. His professionalism combined with his friendly personality truly made our evening unforgettable. We left the restaurant not only satisfied with the exceptional food but also grateful for the exceptional service provided by Carlos. We’ll definitely be returning, and we hope to be greeted by him again. Grazie mille, Carlos!
If you like Filomena (Washington, DC) or Patsy's (NYC), you'll enjoy the options at Novellos. We ordered veal meatballs, veal bolognese, chicken ftancese, and snapper. All was well-prepared and our server, Alicia, was fantastic. Will return and recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Meatball, Bruschetta
I love this place, the owner Marco is always upbeat and joking. The service was excellent. We bounce between here Arturo's ,Dorsia, Le Sorelle and Josephine's. This has been my favorite Italian restaurant out of the half mile stretch. I ordered the Veal osso buco it was as good as Enzo's in the Bronx which really surprised me. The sauce or gravy (I won't get into that argument) was delicious. My wife loved her grouper special, I tasted it and I hardly ever order fish but I think I'll get it the next time it's available. I've yet to eat inside because I love the covered patio area it gives the feeling of vacation. Going back soon.
The food was excellent as were the cocktails. Service was good, seemed a little understaffed once the restaurant got really busy. A little pricey, but all restaurants are these days. You do get sizable portions for the money. Will definitely be going back.
Novello is now my favorite Italian restaurant in south florida! We ate here twice this week but also have eaten here in past years. The quality of the food is a 10/10, the taste is amazing and they are so accommodating for me given my several allergies. The service is fantastic. The waiting staff and greeter are all so kind and attentive. The ambiance is lovely, the outdoor seating is like an oasis. Great experience.
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Simply the best restaurant. We discovered last year as they were one of few restaurants open for take out on a holiday and just absolutely love it. We have since been back in person. Food is absolutely amazing. The quality of chicken is some of the best I ever had. Clearly amazing chef and top notch service. The staff is so well trained and truly care. I can't imagine anyone posting a negative review. If they didn't like a particular item, they should simply bring it up with management. There is a ton of pride in ownership. We absolutely love this place. I get chicken Marsala and my wife gets branzino or shrimp. This is a truly special place and one of the best restaurants in boca and the entire east coast. Truly special dining experience.
I would recommend not putting a table for 2 between 2 tables for 4. The one table had a very loud person. The other had two conversations going on. My husband & I had to keep leaning in to hear each other. Perhaps a 2 table should be in a corner so one side is buffered. Or, we could have moved our chairs together on one side. Loved the affogato.
Booked an early table on Friday 15th March. Was greeted by the owner and directed to our table but decided to eat at the bar instead. Fantastic food, drink and service all round. We were so full after the meal that we needed a quick stop back at our hotel after the meal to recover. Some of the best food we've eaten in Florida and we'll be back for sure! Marco, thanks for everything.
Reservation for 7:15 PM for last evening March 14, 2024 was made a month in advance. After a half hour of not being seated, we spoke to Marco. He said, what do you want me to do? The people won't get up. Zero accommodations were made for us. We were seated at 7:50 PM. We wanted to order drinks. A half hour later we had to flag down a waiter to take our drink order. The food did not actually come out until an hour after we were seated, which was approximately at 8:50 PM. When we finished eating, there were only two other tables in the restaurant being occupied. The waiters obviously wanted to go home and were congregated together watching the three tables finishing their meal. When the bill came, I was surprised to see that there was a charge for shaking our martinis!! Poor experience. Food was nothing to rave about!
On my second trip to Novello in one month, I brought my foodie family along who are all first timers here. We were promptly escorted to our table to begin our dining experience. We began with the beef carpaccio and shrimp and polenta appetizers, Bruno was our very attentive server. For dinner we all chose different dishes. Each one was deliciously prepared, not a dud in the group. I enjoyed the frutti di mare risotto, it was fabulous. As part of my "Boca North Italian Trail" series, Novello is now my #1 choice.