Nova Mediterranean Grill

some really nice seitan (house made) and falafel. Updated from previous review on 2026-01-22

Counter service eatery. Lentil soup was delicious. I got the steak and lamb bowl and the toppings were fresh and very good (tzatziki, tabbouleh, white bean salad, etc) My husband got the spanakopita egg roll and chicken gyro and enjoyed both. Would definitely go back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Not A great experience. I will not come back again. Ordered Chicken Gyro Bowl , and somehow the ingredients did not feel fresh, chicken was fine but the other veggies lacked the freshness which kind of made the whole dish a flop. For 15$ you get to choose 5 toppings and one dressing .The taziki sauce had no flavor it was like having bland yoghurt. The rice also was so bland , overall the food lacked the flavor and freshness.
Glad that we did not order more than one dish.

If they can maintain things fresh I am sure everything would taste better.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 4

There were multiple pieces of cartilage in the chicken that completely spoiled the experience.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 4

Amazing rice bowl - soooo delicious!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Always the absolute best food

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

We had a great Greek meal in a restaurant that has something that mentioned Istanbul
A little confusing but the food was awesome 👌

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

We came for great Turkish food, and we were very pleased with our food
We just so happened to show up when a big event was taking place
So we are not good judges of the atmosphere

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Owned and operated by a Greek family. Pastry is hand made by grandma. All other food is freshly made on the spot. Modern ambient environment inside and plenty of food choices to combine many different Meditteranean flavors to satisfy anyone’s appetite!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Leaving this as a note to myself: the food is okay, but it's definitely overpriced. $5.95 for mediocre fries and a medium soda? $13.95 for a pita with some toppings? Meh. I was going to get a rice pudding, but I couldn't justify the additional $4.50.

The food was tasty, but those prices give me heartburn. Other pubs a short drive away are better bang for your buck.

The service is nothing to write home about. Dude at the counter seemed impatient when he asked me what toppings I wanted. Then he watched me eat...it was pretty uncomfortable.

The decor is super bland.

All in all, I likely won't be going back.

Edit: Love the response from the owner. "The prices are advertised. If you thought it was expensive, you could have left."

While the prices are plainly advertised, the lack of good service and the quality of the food isn't on the menu, now is it? Nor was the "young man staring at me while I eat" advertised on the menu.

The price isn't the issue. The price for what you get is. Anyway, to address the point you're making, I did leave. I'll never be back. Best of luck to you and your business. ✌️

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 1

Food was ok- lacked flavor. Had to dump Sriracha to make it taste ok. Would not go there again

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

normally, when I write a review, I like to build to a crescendo with how great the service is, but there’s absolutely no time for that. I walked into this place and had the absolute best service I’ve had at a restaurant in my entire life. These guys were extremely accommodating and even though it was slightly after hours, they made me an incredible meal and I can’t thank them enough!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Parking is tricky but food & service are excellent. Family run business and super fresh food. Next to Villanova & right off of 476. Good prices as well - huge menu, great flavor. Had a chicken gyro and naan is also very fresh.

Vegetarian options: Falafel & excellent salads

Parking: A few tight spots in front and around the building. Hard to pull out of the front spots if you have a large vehicle. Very close to road.

Kid-friendliness: Good for kids

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, adequate room and no steps

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Gyro, Falafel, Salad, Hummus, Steak Gyro, Large Chicken Gyro Sandwich

I've been coming to Nova Grill for over 10 years and it has remained the best Greek food I've eaten in all my travels.

Bowls, gyros, burgers - they are always fresh, flavorful, and generously sized for the price and quality. The restaurant itself is clean and the food is ready quick. Costas, the owner, is often behind the counter serving and is super friendly.

I always look forward to eating here and always recommend it to friends and family when they are in the area.

What a wonderful place. I have had take out twice here and both times the food was so fresh and delicious. Highly recommended. Prices seem very good for the portion.

Food: 5

Service: 5