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Traditional Italian Cuisine with a Modern Twist.

Antica Nova offers a dining experience above and beyond your average Italian restaurant. ‘Antica Nova’ means a blend of the old and the new, and our culinary team creates classic dishes with modern touches, using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Handmade pastas and daily specials showcase familiar flavors with a contemporary twist, like the slow-cooked, aged risotto with limoncello, smoked provolone & raspberry caviar.

A visit to Antica Nova means indulging in creative handmade pasta dishes such as pappardelle & tagliatelle with slow-cooked veal and beef ragu. Seafood lovers might be drawn to the Branzino, a Mediterranean seabass, simply packed in sea salt to perfection and accompanied by a vibrant fresh herb ammoglio sauce. Antica Nova’s lava stone kitchen grill offers standouts like lollipop-cut lamb chops served with Sicilian fresh mint jelly. Daily specials prepared tableside enhance your culinary experience. Every dish at Antica Nova promises a delightful interplay between familiar Italian flavors and modern culinary creativity.

Antica Nova’s bar and lounge complements the overall experience. Sip a Venetian spritzer with an Amalfi twist or explore the international wine list featuring Gran Cru Champagne & highly rated Emilia Romagna varietals. Enjoy craft cocktails that pay homage to Italian spirits with fresh herbs and seasonal fruits. Alongside classic antipasti, find unexpected bites like lamb sliders with small-batch bourbon jam, and thin sliced porchetta on toasted ciabatta.

Warm and knowledgeable staff create a comfortable atmosphere, and a trip to the Italian countryside, without leaving Michigan.

Antica Nova offers more than just a meal; it’s an exploration of delicious food, handcrafted drinks, and warm Italian hospitality.