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NOVA, West Bay, Grand Cayman

NOVA

4.9
4.9
42 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for scenic views
An idyllic & inspired dining experience in the Cayman Islands. NOVA is a beachfront gem nestled on the north shore of West Bay. Mediterranean-Japanese fusion cuisine matched with innovative drinks;
NOVA’s open-air backdrop sets the stage for laid-back elegance. A breezy lunch poolside followed by cocktails on the beach. Or a sunset dinner with photo-worthy views. NOVA brings friends & family together in a unique waterfront setting.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Japanese, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 08:00–23:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–16:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (345) 946-5656
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    West Bay
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 42 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Caribbean

    Mediterranean

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Overall

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Food

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Service

  • Cayman Islands

    Best Value

  • Cayman Islands

    Innovative

  • Cayman Islands

    Good for groups

  • Cayman Islands

    Healthy

  • Cayman Islands

    Hot spot

  • Cayman Islands

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Cayman Islands

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Cayman Islands

    Romantic

  • Cayman Islands

    Great for scenic views

  • Cayman Islands

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
NOVA offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding seafood/sushi/mediterranean food" and a "spectacular view." Guests appreciate the "great service" and "wonderful ambiance." The restaurant's unique oceanfront setting provides a calm and relaxing atmosphere. Notable dishes include snapper croquettes, tuna tartare, and sushi. A visit with "amazing" service and food is highly recommended.

42 Reviews
  1. Amy

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience- super fresh sushi/sashimi… great service. Inventive menu. Also had great cocktails! Highly recommend!

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  2. stacie

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    NOVA was a culinary experience and the venue is amazing. We had a lovely beachside dinner for 6. Food was delicious, wine was perfect and the ambiance can’t be beat. This is a must for anyone on the island.

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  3. Clayton

    VIP

    Charleston

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitress remembered us from a prior visit and was very attentive serving us at the table on the beach. The owners, Barney and Federico always do a good job!
    NOVAResponded 6 days ago
    Hello Clayton! Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad our waitress made you feel at home and that you enjoyed your experience by the beach. Barney and Federico are dedicated to creating the best experience, and we're happy it shows. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

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  4. Joe

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great restaurant. Small, away from the tourist-biased restaurants. Multiple tables of locals. Staff was amazingly friendly and informative. If we had more days here, we would go there again.
    NOVAResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Joe! Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We're so happy you enjoyed the local vibe and the friendly service. It's always great to hear that our guests appreciate the atmosphere we’ve worked hard to create. We’d love to have you back next time you're in town!

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  5. Steven

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the greatest experience! The food was amazing. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. Will definitely come back again.
    NOVAResponded 6 days ago
    Hey Steven! Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear you loved the food and felt so welcomed by our team. We can't wait to have you back again soon!

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  6. Anthony

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique oceanfront restaurant using space in a cool old diving oriented hotel. Totally chill, outstanding seafood/sushi/mediterranean food, great service. The owner Gregor(Slovenian) is just an amazing man who explained the history of my Istrian background @ dinner! Sister restaurant is Bacaro which is also 5star but I much preferred Nova. Make sure to eat here!
    NOVAResponded on 28 January 2025
    Hello Anthony! Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience at Nova. Gregor is definitely a gem, and it’s fantastic that he was able to share some personal history with you—what a special touch to your dinner! Your recommendation means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to make your next visit just as memorable!

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  7. Elizabeth

    VIP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience. Our servers were great and did a wonderful job answering our questions. Very friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed our food and beverages. Would definitely come back again.
    NOVAResponded on 24 January 2025
    Hello Elizabeth! Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience and that our team made such a positive impression. It’s great to know you enjoyed the food and beverages as well! We’d love to have you back again soon—thanks for choosing us! 😊

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  8. Liz

    Greater Boston

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish, Nova was outstanding. We ordered several small plates: snapper croquettes, grilled oysters, beef dumplings, and softball crab sliders. Every one of them was delicious and beautifully prepared. Last, but not least, the service was great and friendly. We especially enjoyed conversing with Gregor (sp?), the maitre d’. We will definitely go back!
    NOVAResponded on 19 January 2025
    Hey Liz and Fred! Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that Nova provided outstanding service and that you enjoyed the small plates—those snapper croquettes, grilled oysters, and crab sliders are definitely favorites! We're also glad you had a chance to chat with Gregor—he’s a fantastic part of our team. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience. See you soon!

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  9. Mike

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely waterside setting and atmosphere. Great food.
    NOVAResponded on 19 January 2025
    Hello Mike! Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the waterside setting and atmosphere, as well as the food. It’s always our goal to create a memorable experience, and it’s great to hear we hit the mark. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal!

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  10. Paige

    VIP

    Dallas

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, cocktails and service. The view is spectacular.
    NOVAResponded on 14 January 2025
    Hey Paige! Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the food, cocktails, and service, and that the view added to your experience. We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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FAQs

NOVA offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (345) 946-5656.

NOVA is rated 4.9 stars by 42 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for NOVA

18-A Sea Fan Drive, West Bay, Grand Cayman KY1 - 1401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    West Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 08:00–23:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–16:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Japanese, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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