Located in Bloomington directly across the street from Mall of America, Pizza Novara serves up traditional New York style pizza, baked pastas, and sandwiches. They also have a bar with plenty of beer or wine options as well as ice cream and coffee. Be sure to stop by before or after a day of exploring Mall of America.
Pizza Novara
438 Google Reviews
Nice dine-in area with plenty of seats. Menu has a variety of options and everything tasted fresh. Our group ordered a large and a medium and each pie has plenty of ingredients. Crust was good and had a good crunch. If there was any negatives the Large could’ve been a bit crispier at the bottom but because of the conveyor style oven the Large and Medium are probably cooked for the same duration. They also serve drinks and desserts if you’re craving for something. I also liked how their drink machine offers a mixed variety of different flavors that is local to MN.
If you are ever visiting the mall of America, I highly recommend skipping any restaurants in the mall and taking the short drive over here. We got the pepperoni pizza and buffalo wings and both were incredible. They have a classic thin crust New York style pizza that checked all the boxes. Wasn’t the best that I’ve had, but definitely satisfies you if you’re craving this type of za.
What I thought was truly incredible were the wings. They say they marinate the wings for 24 hours in buttermilk and you can definitely tell. The exterior is perfectly crispy, but once you bite into the chicken, it explodes in juices. Definitely will be back for the wings if nothing else. Would love to try the pasta dishes on the menu too as it all looked good.
Price wise was very reasonable. Total was around $45 for pizza and wings, which could easily feed 3-4 people.
Chris was great with giving me options of what I wanted and needed. This is like a new style mom and pop shop for pizza and more! Attitude was great service was superb. And yet I still get this east coast pizza vibe with their food. Love it. Come check them out. Hand made every time and NY Slices as well. Thank you Chris!
Pizza Nova is an excellent place to enjoy a delicious meal in a welcoming atmosphere. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the friendly and helpful staff, who made me feel right at home. The service was attentive, and they were quick to answer any questions I had about the menu.
I decided to try the chicken Parmesan, and it did not disappoint. The chicken was tender and perfectly cooked, with a crispy breaded coating that complemented the rich, flavorful tomato sauce. The melted cheese on top was just the right amount, adding a creamy texture to the dish. Every bite was packed with flavor, and the portion size was generous without being overwhelming.
The atmosphere at Pizza Nova is another highlight. The restaurant has a cozy yet modern feel, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy a meal with friends or family. The décor is tasteful, and the overall vibe is casual and inviting, making it an excellent choice for both casual dining and special occasions.
Overall, my experience at Pizza Nova was fantastic. The combination of tasty food, great atmosphere, and friendly staff makes it a place I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a satisfying dining experience. I’ll certainly be back!
It’s hard to find a good pizza by the slice, especially at dinner time, so this was a welcome find. A slice of cheese (mediocre), a slice Gambini (their meat-lovers, and very good), and an order of cheese bread (the star of the show). All with a nice local beer. But this is a “counter service” restaurant, so if you want to sit down and be served, you won’t get that here. It was pricey, though: $35 plus tip for two slices of pizza, cheese bread, and a beer.
2024-09-25 – tried them for the first time, ordered delivery and we were really pleased with our pizza. Pizza was really tasty, meats were good, crust was just the right chew. Only downfall is the pizza could be a crispier. We get the all meat, and it made it a bit heavy for the type of crust but still really good. Highly recommend.
Pizza was pretty good. Came out pippin got and crust was really crunch but not hard. Cesar salad was fresh with butter croutons. Chicken wings were deep fried then sauced up. It was on the larger size. I prefer the smaller wings but sauce was good. Chicken Parmesan was decent. We ordered way too much after a long flight and spent way too much. That’s our fault tho. 😓 Family likes it.
I’ve been here twice in the past 2 weeks. Each time the staff has been very welcoming and helpful. On my first visit, I had the buffalo wings, which were outstanding!
The second visit, I had their pizza. The pizza is one of the best in the cities for the price. Very good sauce and you can tell that their ingredients are top-notch.
Kudos to the GM at this location! very nice guy and he knows how to treat his customers
The second visit, I had their pizza. The pizza is one of the best in the cities for the price. Very good sauce and you can tell that their ingredients are top-notch.
Kudos to the GM at this location! very nice guy and he knows how to treat his customers
