Was invited by friends here for dinner food was lovely , nice quiet place you can have a good conversation More

Average kind of lunch at Nova on Mother's Day. I had the risotto, and found it bland and just a bit ordinary. Courgette isn't really a flavour!!! The service was poor - we tried to get a waiters attention for ages - they were all having a goss around the coffee machine. Eventually I had to yell out "Excuse me"... More

Consistent good food and service. Nice city feel. Risotto always a highlight. Good wine and beer selection. More

Great coffee, fantastic food, great service. Perfect spot for a meal or for coffee and cake More

Took my parents for lunch. My Father had lambs fry which was ample for anyone - he didnt finish it. Service was prompt and always filling water glasses. Meal came in a timely fashion - they are obviously popular with a constant flow of customers in and out. My only negative would be that with so many clients and a... More

A nice, quick lunch for a good price right in the Octagon. More

It was a nice cafe right by the Octagon. It was busy but we got our table right away. We had to wait for almost 45 minutes for our food so it's quite slow. The food was good. Price ranges around NZD$18 to NZD$20 per entree. Good portion. More

Had good service on a night where the restuarant was very full. Food was very good but there was only one option for vegetarians. More

Love the situation...right in the Octagon and next door to the Art Gallery. Great coffee and delicious breakfasts lunches and dinner. Good wine list and excellent wait persons More