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Nova Bar & Restaurant

555 Second St
San Francisco, CA 94107
Phone: (415) 543-2282
Nova Bar & Restaurant
Specialties:
Happy Hour
Best of Citysearch:
Comfort Food 2007, Lunch Spot 2007, Bar Menu 2006
Hours:
Mon-Fri 11:30am-2am, Sat 5pm-2am, Sun 10am-2pm

Message from Nova Bar & Restaurant

Nova Bar & Restaurant

Cozy restaurant/bar with infused vodkas and comfort food with a twist.

  • Homestyle American cuisine
  • Happy Hour Mon-Fri
  • Sunday Brunch

Nova is a spirited bar and restaurant often referred to as the local version of "cheers" by many of its loyal customers. With a full bar and diverse wine list, we specialize in fresh house-infused vodkas. Favorites include jalepeno (for a kickin' bloody mary), vanilla bean and ginger.

Our cuisine style is New American-comfort food with an emphasis on shared plates and original signature staples such as lobster quesadilla and baked mac 'n' cheese.

Our space is well suited to host private parties, birthdays, company events, etc of up to 100 people...and as a rule we do not charge rental fees.

Happy Hour: 3-6pm M-F - $3 drafts, $4 wells & $5 wines

Sunday Brunch: 10am-4pm, with hi-def screens and all major sports packages, $4 mimosas, $2 Miller Lites & an eggs benedict bar.

We're conveniently located on 2nd Street, across from South Park, 3 blocks from AT&T Park.

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Editorial Review for Nova Bar & Restaurant – by Daniel Liszt

The Scene
This minimalist SoMa lounge feels like a modern coffee shop. Curtains flank the entrance and sparse wall decorations consist of a couple mirrors. The 30-something crowd is here to socialize, not to see and be seen. Maroon velvet-backed booths run the length of the narrow room, ideal for groups. Above the mirror-backed bar, several honeycomb-shaped lamps add a yellow glow to the area.

The Draw
A handful of infused vodkas are always available. Selections rotate weekly and add zing to standard drinks, like a frothy pineapple-infused cosmo or kickin' jalapeno-infused bloody mary. The menu features several entrees, as well as small plates, like lobster quesadillas and mac and cheese. The Perfect Burger is a winner, while ribs are so tender, they fall off the bone. Complementing Nova's casual vibe is an outstanding mix of jazz and reggae playing at nearly subconscious levels. Some nights also feature DJs and live bands.

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Insider Tips

Save Money

Happy hour (Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm) features $3 beers, $5 wines, $4 well drinks.

Parking

Game days, street parking can be next-to-impossible. Other nights, it's a cinch.

User Reviews for Nova Bar & Restaurant

4 Star Rating: Recommended

11/16/2007 Posted by mark

I just returned from lunch at one of my favorite SOMA lunch spots. As usual, the food & service were strong and the atmosphere full of happiness. We split the Mac & Cheese and as usual it was outstanding. In addtion, we ordered salads- the Wedge & the Chopped Cobb. The Wedge was tasty and generous. The Chopped Cobb was huge and looked great. We made a reservation so were seated promptly as Nova can get busy at lunch time on a Friday. I suggest making one.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/31/2007 Posted by larrybaker

In from Phila. Found Nova thru City Search. Food delicious - order everything and share. Must order Lobster & mushroom Quesadilla, Crab Cakes, Chicken PotPie. All salads great. Don't miss Sunday Brunch. Fritatta's excellent. My personal favorite Apple Cinnamon French Toast -to die for. Bartenders & waiters/waitresses friendly and colorful. Forgot the calamari - excellent. Quaint restaurant - a real treat.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

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Editor's Review

A cozy bar near the Giants' ballpark serving infused vodkas and comfort food with a twist.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Save Money

Happy hour (Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm) features $3 beers, $5 wines, $4 well drinks.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Mon-Fri 11:30am-2am
  • Sat 5pm-2am
  • Sun 10am-2pm

Payment Types

  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Visa
  • American Express
  • MasterCard

Cuisines

  • American (Traditional)
  • American (New)

Amenities

  • Bar Scene
  • Brunch
  • Lunch Spot

Recognition for Nova Bar & Restaurant

2007 Audience Winner - Comfort Food
2007 Audience Winner - Lunch Spot
2006 Audience Winner - Bar Menu
2006 Audience Winner - Comfort Food
2005 Audience Winner - After-Work Bar
2005 Audience Winner - Bloody Mary
2005 Audience Winner - Small Plates
2004 Audience Winner - After-Work Bar
2004 Audience Winner - Bloody Mary

Specialty ratings for Nova Bar & Restaurant

Specialty Rating  
Happy Hour 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended  

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