Novita Wine Bar Trattoria - Garden City

What a horrible experience at what I was told was a fantastic wine bar. The minute we walked in I should have known this was going to be an epic failure. From the noise level at the bar to the rude hostess who made us wait 30 minutes for a reserved table without an explanation. Our wait at the table to even see a server was almost as long as our wait to get the table. (No water, no bread brought while we waited either). The food was ok to fair, My wifes pasta was cold and had clearly been waiting in the kitchen for my steak to be prepared. The steak was actually pretty good. Dessert was served without any utensils and the gelato was melted to soup before we saw a spoon. It was at this point...

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Five of us had a table in the back. It was nicely spaced from the other dinners. We loved that we were not rushed. We had drinks and then gave our antipasti. The cornmeal crusted artichoke hearts were tasty. I had the salmon which was cooked through because that is how I wanted it. My husband had the branzino which he said was nicely made with a crispy skin. We passed on the dessert. We would definitely go back. My only suggestion would be to lower the volume of the recorded music as it interfered with our conversation.

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This was our first time at Novita. Being in Franklin Avenue in Garden City, I thought food would be great. My bolognese ragu entre was fair, at best. The sauce tasted like a sweet jar sauce from a supermarket. The restaurant could use a makeover, as it was very dated. Wine was fabulous, had a Sicilian red with dinner. Service was attentive and excellent. Not sure I would go back.

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The food was great and the waiter was very attentive. The place is opened later than most places in Long Island. So that was a plus for us. We will be going again. Reserva una mesa ahora

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We celebrate my Mother Birthday, our server Casey and Melvin make an incredible experience. Highly recommend

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Consistent food quality, great service and ambience.. been going here for years .. love this place!

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Novita never disappoints always a great local place fairly priced and delicious food and wine

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Good food and service. Great wine selection. Nice outdoor patio (great weather). Reserva una mesa ahora

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Always good service great atmosphere and delicious food. My favorite spot!

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Their brunch menu is great and the service is always good.

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