A Modern Twist on Italian Tradition

Italian Cuisine with a Modern Twist.

Antica Nova is not your average Italian restaurant. Antica Nova blends classic dishes with modern touches, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Handmade pastas and wood-fired pizzas showcasing familiar flavors with a contemporary twist, like the aged arborio risotto with limoncello, smoked provolone & raspberry caviar.

Imagine indulging in handmade pasta dishes like Pappardelle & Tagliatelle with slow-cooked veal and beef ragu. Or perhaps, you’d prefer a wood-fired Half Moon pizza, crafted with the perfect balance of char and chew, Using Italian bio flour topped with a combination of classic and modern ingredients. 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. From the lava stone kitchen grill: offering lollipop-cut lamb chop served with Sicilian Fresh Mint Jelly sauce stand out. Offering daily specials tableside to enhance your culinary experience. Every dish at Antica Nova promises a delightful interplay between familiar Italian flavors and modern culinary creativity.

The inviting lounge bar complements the experience. Sip a Venetian spritzer with an Amalfi twist or explore their international wine list with some Gran Cru Champagne & highly rated Emilia Romagna varietals. Enjoy crafted cocktails that pay homage to Italian spirits with fresh herbs and seasonal fruits. Alongside classic antipasti, find unexpected bites like the caponata bruschetta and CARPACCIO DI PESCE.

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

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