Novi Restaurant in Baldwin, NY is a welcoming Italian dining destination where tradition, comfort, and quality come together to create a memorable experience for every guest.
Conveniently located at 99 Merrick Rd, this neighborhood favorite has earned a strong reputation with a 4.50-star rating based on 383 reviews, reflecting the consistent satisfaction of diners who return for the food, the atmosphere, and the attentive service.
Whether you are planning a relaxed lunch, an intimate dinner, or a gathering with friends, Novi Restaurant offers the kind of inviting setting that makes every meal feel special.
Guests can enjoy the flexibility of delivery, takeaway, or a relaxed dine-in experience, along with thoughtful service features such as table service, seating, and catering. The restaurant is especially appealing for those who appreciate a well-rounded Italian dining experience, with a menu that includes comfort food, local specialties, dessert, and late-night options.
Pair your meal with a choice from the beer selection, cocktails, coffee, wine list, or happy-hour offerings, and enjoy the benefit of a bar on site for a more social and lively atmosphere.
Known for fast service and a casual, cozy setting, Novi Restaurant is the kind of place where good food and good company naturally come together.
Accessibility and convenience are clearly part of the restaurant’s commitment to guest comfort. Novi Restaurant offers wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restrooms, helping ensure a welcoming visit for all. It also accepts reservations, with dinner reservations recommended for those planning ahead, and supports modern payment options including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
With its strong reviews, warm atmosphere, and broad range of dining options, Novi Restaurant stands out as a dependable and appealing choice for anyone looking to enjoy quality Italian food in Baldwin.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Novi Restaurant
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
A generous selection of golden fried mozzarella, buttery baked clams, Eggplant croquettes and tender calamari, crafted for sharing and savoring
House breaded thick sliced mozzarella fried to a divine crisp served with our authentic marinara sauce
Tender, golden-crisp calamari served with a rich, flavorful house-made marinara
Chefs selection of quality imported cured meats, cheeses, accompanied with crostini's, seasonal fruits, nuts, spreads served with pickles and olives.
Velvety mozzarella and fire-roasted peppers nestled between thick, vine-ripened tomato slices, drizzled with an aged balsamic reduction and crowned with fragrant micro basil
A pot of succulent mussels from Prince Edward Island, delicately steamed and served in your choice of fragrant white wine garlic, rich traditional red, or bold, spicy Fra Diavolo sauce
Three parm sliders choice of meatball, shrimp or chicken parm served on classic slider buns.
Golden, crisp breaded bites filled with savory roasted eggplant and luscious ricotta, bursting with a rich, comforting flavor. Signature vodka sauce $2 upcharge
12 little neck clams, choice of whole or chopped with our seasoned bread crumbs
Five artisan garlic crostini layered with juicy skirt steak, velvety bleu cheese, and peppery arugula, elegantly finished with rich Gorgonzola crumbles
Bulleit bourbon, amaretto, bitters, orange peel, cherry
Vodka or Tequila, house roasted espresso, Kahlua, simple syrup
Prosecco, limoncello, seltzer
Stoli vanilla vodka, triple sec, simple syrup, triple sec, lime juice, pineapple juice, passion fruit puree, and a prosecco float
Blackberry whiskey, sour mix, lime juice and a Cabernet float.
Fig vodka, lime juice, ginger beer
Thin & crispy crust pizza with san marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, garlic and fresh basil
Four individual sections of your traditional topping choices.
Our 3 day risen fluffy Sicilian pizza crust. San Marzano pizza, melted mozzarella
Fresh Prosciutto and mozzarella cheese, topped with arugula, fig glaze and pecorino romano.
Fresh ricotta cheese, mozzarella, garlic. No marinara sauce
Traditional crust with our signature pizza sauce, mozzarella, meatball, sausage, pepperoni, ricotta, shaved parmesan, garlic, onions mushrooms olives and peppers.
10" Thin crust pizza with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
NY Neapolitan Naples recipe crust topped with our house made pizza sauce and melted mozzarella
Thin & crispy crust, topped with freshly cut basil and sliced tomatoes
Pepperoni, meatball, sausage, marinara, melted mozzarella.
Crisp Granny Smith apple and vine-fresh tomato mingled with jewel-toned cranberries and toasted almonds, finished with a delicate drizzle of raspberry vinaigrette. *Contains nuts*
Crisp romaine with diced mozzarella, spiced pepperoni, roasted peppers, and mushrooms, brightened by black olives and a Red wine vinaigrette. Classic Italian flavors reimagined
A fresh medley of garden greens, ripe tomato, cool cucumber, sharp red onion, and briny black olives
A signature blend of crisp mesclun greens, tender artichoke hearts, savory prosciutto, fire-roasted peppers, creamy fresh mozzarella, and briny black olives
Crisp chilled romaine, golden homemade croutons, and aged Parmesan, all draped in our velvety house-made Caesar dressing
Velvety mozzarella and fire-roasted peppers nestled between thick, vine-ripened tomato slices, drizzled with an aged balsamic reduction and crowned with fragrant micro basil
Pork ribs, hot sausage, sweet sausage, barbecue sauce, oven roasted potatoes
Braised short rib stuffed ravioli with vodka sauce, spinach and mushroom.
Sautéed shrimp with peppers, onions, and savory seasonings, served in a crispy sweet potato cup
Tender grilled chicken layered over stuffed rigatoni, sundried tomatoes, fresh mozzarella
Thin crust gluten free cauliflower crust, basil tomato, garlic, fresh mozzarella
Large cheese tortellini, creamy bolognese sauce and burrata cheese
Grilled salmon served over tortellini pasta in a creamy Alfredo sauce with sautéed spinach and mushrooms.
steamed greens and white beans sauteed in garlic and olive oil
slow cooked tomato sauce with homemade meatballs, hot sausages or sweet sausages
Sautéed shrimp and broccoli over pasta sautéed together in a garlic and olive oil sauce
chopped clams in either a white garlic sauce or red sauce
classic alfredo sauce with bacon, onions and freshly grated romano cheese
Cheese ravioli in red sauce covered with melted mozzarella
ziti with red sauce, ricotta cheese topped with mozzarella
Crepes stuffed with ricotta and served parmigiana style
Silken fettuccine intertwined with succulent chicken and spiced Italian sausage, served with fresh spinach, sweet peppers, and onions, finished in a luscious pink cream sauce.
Artisanal cheese-filled tortellini tossed with grilled chicken, tender spinach, and earthy mushrooms, luxuriously finished in a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce finished with a white truffle oil drizzle and microgreens.
Sauteed in garlic and olive oil served over linguine (sweet or hot sausage)
Our mouthwatering vodka sauce is made with marinara sauce, kissed with a touch of cream and fired with vodka spirits. Truly our signature item
hearty authentic meat sauce with a touch of cream and grated pecorino romano
Served with sweet sausage, hot sausage and a meatball topped with our house-made marinara sauce and melted mozzarella
layers of pasta with our hearty meat sauce, ricotta cheese smothered with melted mozzarella
Ravioli stuffed with crab and lobster in a creamy delectable seafood sauce
A sophisticated pairing of grilled shrimp and zucchini noodles, bathed in fresh tomato-basil sauce. Fra Diavolo (spicy marinara) $1 upcharge
A decadent salmon fillet baked in a rich garlic-butter glaze, accompanied by tender asparagus, vine-ripened tomatoes, and herb-roasted fingerling potatoes.
breaded or grilled protein topped with a bed of mixed greens, chilled marinated tomatoes, black olives, red onion and fresh mozzarella drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette
Crisp cutlet topped with fresh spinach, and fire-roasted peppers, enveloped in a decadent vodka cream and blanketed with bubbling mozzarella
Golden Scaloppine, lightly floured and egg-dipped, finished in a silky lemon, butter-white wine sauce
Tender scaloppine sautéed with mushrooms, artichoke hearts, and briny capers, finished in a silky lemon-butter wine reduction
Crisp golden chicken cutlet, elegantly rolled with delicate ham and molten cheese, draped in a velvety carbonara cream sauce, ser with mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus
Breaded to perfection, this cutlet is elevated with Prosciutto and sautéed spinach, finished in a decadent Marsala mushroom sauce and covered with molten mozzarella.
Golden breaded coated in our signature marinara, topped with mozzarella, for a timeless Italian indulgence
A golden breaded cutlet lavished with a sumptuous Alfredo of mushrooms, artichokes, spinach, smoky bacon, blanketed with molten mozzarella.
Golden breaded cutlets coated in our signature marinara, topped with luscious, bubbling mozzarella garnished with local micro basil for a timeless Italian indulgence
seasoned breaded cutlets, smothered in our scrumptious marinara sauce topped with melted mozzarella
shrimp, calamari, little neck clams & mussels in marinara sauce, garlic & oil or fra diavolo plus your choice of side
Breaded to perfection, this cutlet is elevated with Prosciutto and sautéed spinach, finished in a decadent Marsala mushroom sauce and covered with molten mozzarella.
breaded cutlets of veal, chicken, shrimp and eggplant smothered in our authentic marinara sauce topped with baked mozzarella cheese plus your choice of a side
A golden breaded cutlet lavished with a sumptuous Alfredo of mushrooms, artichokes, spinach, smoky bacon, blanketed with molten mozzarella.
Breaded eggplant rolled and filled with creamy fresh ricotta cheese, embraced in rich marinara, blanketed with bubbling mozzarella, served with your choice of side
A trio of encrusted sole, shrimp, and mussels, delicately broiled in a velvety leman butter white wine reduction, finished with crisp seasoned crumbs and accompanied by your choice of side
Tender scaloppine sautéed with mushrooms, artichoke hearts, and Chicken Veal briny capers, finished in a silky leman-butter wine reduction
Indulge in a masterpiece of flavor a tender Black Angus patty crowned with luscious burrata, crisp smoky bacon, and a golden fried egg that melts into a glaze of sweet fig jam and fresh arugula. All nestled on a toasted brioche bun and served with white truffle-parmesan fries and our house spicy Sriracha mayo for the ultimate indulgence.
breaded cutlet with seasoned asparagus and prosciutto in a mushroom marsala wine sauce topped with melted mozzarella.
Golden scaloppine, lightly floured and egg-dipped, finished in a silky lemon, butter-white wine sauce
Golden breaded cutlets coated in our signature marinara, topped with mozzarella, for a timeless Italian indulgence
Tender medallions sautéed with earthy mushrooms and caramelized onions, deglazed in Marsala wine and finished with a rich, velvety sauce.
Butterflied shrimp baked in a fragrant garlic-butter sauce, topped with golden oreganata crumbs, and served over fresh spinach and a bed of linguine.
Breaded to perfection, this cutlet is elevated with Prosciutto and sautéed asparagus, finished in a decadent Marsala mushroom sauce and covered with molten mozzarella.
Tender medeallions sauteed with earthy mushrooms and caramelized onions, deglazed in marsala wine and finished with a rich, velvety sauce
Crisp cutlet topped with fresh spinach, and fire-roasted peppers, enveloped in a decadent vodka cream and blanketed with bubbling mozzarella
A 10oz tender steak, marinated in a rich blend of teriyaki, fresh garlic, and fragrant herbs, flame-seared to perfection and served with roasted fingerling potatoes and tender broccoli
Golden scaloppine, lightly floured and egg-dipped, finished in a silky lemon, butter-white wine sauce
Golden breaded or flame-grilled, topped with fresh greens, chilled marinated tomatoes, olives, onion, and mozzarella kissed with velvety balsamic dressing
stuffed with crabmeat and topped with a creamy seafood sauce served over seasoned rice
Delicately sautéed chicken in a velvety Francese sauce, layered with tender spinach and savory Prosciutto, finished with molten mozzarella, a drizzle of black truffle oil, and bright lemon zest curls, served with your h your choice of side..
Hear from our valued guests
Started ordering food from this spot, and it's surprisingly good. It's got really good pasta that I've already ordered multiple times. On the surface, this just looks like a simple bar, but that kitchen is doing something amazing.
Always have a great experience there with my family. The service is awesome and the food is even better! Been going there for several years!
I always drove by this place when visiting family and after many years I decided to give this place a try. Such a cute place and with a great cozy Italian vibe. I loved the passionfruit martini with tequila instead and the vodka sauce that came with cardinals is insanely delicious. We really wished some more potatoes and broccoli came with my mother's steak. Can't forget about the garlic knots though they were a touch from heaven. Overall a great experience will be back
Novi is one of the best family style Italian spots around. I’ve been to other fancy high-end Italian restaurants and they just don’t compare to the love and soul in Novi’s food. The eggplant Parmesean is amazing and huge in proportion. The bolognese is absolute perfection and so is the penne alla vodka. The garlic butter salmon is a dream and I love the garlic bread that they serve for free. Novi is amazing!!
Above star rating. NOVI has always been a neighborhood favorite for our family of 5. Always a perfect spot for a date night, family night, PTA night, and more. Excellent option for takeout as well. Affordable prices all around, amazing cocktails and generous portions. I'd like to especially thank management from Alex to staff Tracy and the entire team for leading our daughter's first communion. The service was excellent, and the catering package was above what'd we expected. Thank you all for a truly memorable event.
This review needed an update since it’s now post pandemic and I frequent NOVI now on a monthly basis. I simply cannot get enough of their food. Here’s my detailed review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Private Celebration Done Right at Novi – Baldwin’s Gem I visited Novi in Baldwin on June 11, 2025 for an early dinner and cocktail to privately celebrate a huge personal milestone—gaining tenure, teaching in the Special Education field. I couldn’t have picked a better place to mark the moment. To start, I had a passion fruit martini crafted by bartender Melissa—smooth, refreshing, and the perfect celebratory sip. The food was absolutely top-notch. I sampled a few favorites: • Veal Parmigiana – tender, crispy, and saucy in the best way. • Chicken Francese – light, lemony, and full of flavor. • Spaghetti Bolognese – rich and hearty with a classic meat sauce. • Spaghetti Aglio e Olio – simple, garlicky, and delicious. The bread basket was hot, fresh, and full of flavor—especially the garlic knots, which were perfection. The addition of whipped butter was a really nice touch that elevated the whole start to the meal. I was too full for dessert this time around, but from past visits I can say their sweets are absolutely mouthwatering—definitely worth saving room for. The staff was welcoming and professional, the atmosphere was warm and relaxed, and the whole experience felt personal and memorable. Novi delivered on every level. I’ll be back again soon—with friends next time to share the celebration. ************************************************* Last dined in pre pandemic. The food is simply delicious & mouth watering. Best vodka sauce I’ve ever had, best veal part in a grandma style red sauce, best chicken Marsala in a thick brown mushroom & Marsala sauce, best shrimp franchise & absolutely best seafood stuffed shrimp!!! Just some of my faves I loved to get at this beautiful Italian restaurant. Friendly & professional staff. Make reservations if a party of 4 or more di
The food was amazing. My kids, husband and I love this place. We come all the way from Brooklyn because we know we won't be disappointed. Every time I come it gets harder and harder to pick an item from the menu because everything taste so GOOD that I wish I could get a little bit of everything. I definitely recommend it.
Very clean and cozy place great place for Family lunches or dinner and Bar section for those who consumes. Hospitality I'll give them thumb up ,great job..
Was my first time ordering from here & called it in. From the phone call alone, I had the best experience. The lady was SOOOO sweet and when I went to pick up the food she was beyond attentive and sweet. Didn’t get her name but she had curly black hair . Food was delicious and I’ll definitely go back with my family. They are super lucky to have the bartender/waitress
I LOVE NOVI ! The staff and the food are AMAZING ! The atmosphere here is just amazing - this is a place where you can sit down and have a great meal and talk with your significant other. No blasting music just a nice quiet ambiance. Definitely recommend!
Common questions about Novi Restaurant
Novi Restaurant is located at 99 Merrick Rd, Baldwin, NY 11510, United States, Baldwin, NY, United States.
You can reach Novi Restaurant by calling +1 516-442-4500.
Novi Restaurant has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 383 customer reviews.
Novi Restaurant features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Novi Restaurant features the following service options: Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Novi Restaurant features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
Novi Restaurant features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Novi Restaurant features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Novi Restaurant features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Novi Restaurant features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Novi Restaurant features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy.
Novi Restaurant features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups.
Novi Restaurant features the following planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
Novi Restaurant features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Novi Restaurant features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Novi Restaurant features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
Business Features
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