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Nova Bistro offers a casual dining experience where guests are able to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and a light dinner. It’s situated on the upper ground floor of the hotel, and has both indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the piazza and The Houghton Golf Course. The menu comprises of signature burgers, hearty pastas, fresh salads, comforting sandwiches, exquisite sushi and boasts an array of freshly-baked bespoke cakes. It’s the perfect location to relax and enjoy a lazy Sunday afternoon with friends and family.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 07h30 - 20h30
  • Tuesday 07h30 - 20h30
  • Wednesday 07h30 - 20h30
  • Thursday 07h30 - 20h30
  • Friday 07h30 - 20h30
  • Saturday 07h30 - 20h30
  • Sunday 07h30 - 20h30

Specials

Sushi Tuesday | 30% OFF All Sushi!

Because great sushi tastes even better at 30% off! Available every Tuesday for both lunch and dinner, enjoy 30% OFF all sushi at Nova Bistro. Whether youre craving your favourites or trying something new, Tuesday is the perfect excuse. Located at The Houghton Hotel, book your table and well see you soon! Your Tuesday sushi fix is waiting.

  • 21 Jul - 31 Dec
  • Tuesday only: All day
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 21 Jul 2026

Reviews (1332)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.4
Value 4.4
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.7
  • Anton v. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 30 Jul 26
    Friendly staff . Food expensive. Not really prepared for people with wheat and gluten allergy . Not a bad experience , but nothing special .

  • Ntokozo N. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Sandra Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 20 Jul 26
    I always love it. Seldom disappoints.

  • Ayanda N. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Ledile Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 15 Jul 26
    As always...l get value for my money...keep it up...!!!

  • Ayabulela M. Dined: 4 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 07 Jul 26
    An amazing dining experience from beginning to end. The food was incredible, the service was friendly, and the atmosphere was perfect. I celebrated my birthday here, and the staff surprised me with a delicious slice of birthday cake. Such a thoughtful touch that made the day even more special. Highly recommend Nova at The Houghton Hotel!

  • Sandra Dined: 4 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 06 Jul 26
    Had a good meal . The service was good and our waiter very caring and knowledgeable. A most enjoyable luncheon.

  • Shannel Dined: 4 weeks ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 05 Jul 26
    It was good experience, but had not been aware of the price increase per head, when I had inquired in May about the how much per person for buffet, I was told it was 275, when I had gone it was 310(which is way more and adds when one person is paying the bill) it went up so much in two months- I had not been made aware. There had been not as much variety compared to other buffets especially for how much we paid. I would of been fine to pay that much it it was more but it didn't really equate much to cheaper buffet. A little disappointed.

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