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    Novo Restaurant & Lounge

    European
    Closed11AM - 8:45PM
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    LUNCH [Mon-Sat, 11-2:30pm]
    DESSERTS
    BEVERAGES (non-alc)

    LUNCH [Mon-Sat, 11-2:30pm]

    Small Bites

    • House Salad

      mixed market lettuces, cucumber, shaved radish, pickled onion, sunflower seeds, parmesan, cranberry vinaigrette GF | DFO | VG
      $10.00
    • Potato Samosas

      indian-spiced potato dumplings, bell pepper garnish, mint chutney, raita (s)
      $16.00
    • Roasted Tahini Cauliflower

      baharat dusted cauliflower with roasted red pepper-tahini sauce topped with chili-lime cashews GF | V | *Contains Nuts
      $15.00
    • Beet & Burrata

      beets and whipped burrata, pepita seeds, pickled onion, mint, dried cranberries, balsamic vinaigrette, salted lemon zest with herbs GF | VG
      $15.00
    • Ahi Crab Roll

      ahi tuna wrapped around crab salad, avocado, sesame vinaigrette, cilantro-lime juice, local sprouts, crispy garlic, finger limes, shaved serrano, pickled wasabi | GFO | DF | Spicy
      $26.00
    • Singapore Chicken Satay

      marinated thigh meat, cucumber relish, peanut sauce (contains nuts)
      $16.00

    Sharing Plates

    • Novo Lettuce Wraps

      butter lettuce, pickled daikon and carrots, fresh mint and cilantro, nuoc mam, sweet chili sauce, black bean garlic sauce, roasted peanuts (gfo, n)
    • Ahi Nachos

      ahi poké, wonton chips, cucumber relish, ginger soy, dynamite aioli, green onion, sesame seeds (gfo)
      $24.00
    • Burrata and Charcuterie

      burrata, sliced prosciutto and capocollo, market tomatoes, spiced nuts, marinated olives, mixed greens, toasted olive bread, balsamic reduction (gfo, nuts)
      $24.00
    • Avocado-Shrimp Spring Rolls

      glass noodles, julienned vegetables, ginger soy and chili sauces, fresh cilantro and mint, roasted peanuts (gfo) a limited supply made fresh daily
      $22.00
    • Meze Plate

      roasted beet hummus, muhammara, market tomatoes, cucumber, marinated olives, mixed nut dukkah, flatbread, olive oil | GFO • V • DF • *Contains Nuts
      $20.00
    • Brussels Sprouts

      flash fried brussels sprouts, goat cheese, dried cherries, balsamic reduction, crispy prosciutto (vo, gf)
      $18.00
    • Calamari

      central coast whole squid, cleaned in-house, tossed lightly in flour, served with house-made tartar sauce and sweet chili sauce
      $22.00
    • Pork Carnitas Sopes

      three house made thick corn tortillas, caramelized slow roasted pork, sweet and sour escabeche, salsa, queso fresco (gf, s)
      $28.00
    • Korean Short Ribs

      marinated and grilled short rib, housemade spicy kimchi, green onion, sesame seeds, basmati rice | Spicy • DF
      $26.00

    Soups & Salads

    • Salmon Bisque

      original recipe from our sister restaurant, Robin's in Cambria
    • Soup do Novo

      soup of the day. Always vegetarian, sometimes vegan
    • Arugula Salad

      local arugula, roasted sweet potatoes, parmesan, pomegranate seeds, honeyed almonds, pomegranate vinaigrette GF | VG | DFO | NFO | *Contains Nuts
      $17.00
    • Caesar Salad

      baby romaine hearts, house-made focaccia croutons, crispy capers, anchovies, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan GFO | DFO
      $16.00
    • Grilled Salmon Salad

      bloomsdale spinach, sliced apple, pickled fennel, dried cherries, spiced pecans, blue cheese, cranberry vinaigrette GF | DFO | NFO | *Contains Nuts
      $28.00

    Specialties

    • Thai Green Chicken Curry

      delicate coconut milk curry with market greens, fresno chilies, cilantro, radish, basmati rice, chapati (gfo)
      $28.00
    • Thai Red Curry

      Spicy coconut milk curry with carrots, mushroom, pineapple, swiss chard, snap peas, basmati rice, chapati (gfo, vo, spicy)
      $24.00
    • Sesame Miso Tofu Bowl

      slow baked sesame-ginger marinated tofu, wasabi edamame, seaweed salad, cucumber, avocado, crispy onions, pickled carrots and daikon, market lettuce, basmati rice, miso vinaigrette, toasted sesame seeds V | DF
      $24.00
    • Pappardelle al Limon

      flat cut pappardelle pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, red chili flakes, broccolini, parmesan, lemon crema | VG | GFO
      $24.00
    • Chow Novo

      fresh wheat noodles, market vegetables, garlic, ginger, sesame seeds, soy sauce. Option to add tofu, chicken, beef or prawns (gfo, vo)
      $23.00

    Sandwiches

    • Turkey & Avocado

      jarlsberg cheese, red onion, lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, chipotle aioli, toasted croissant (gfo, s)
      $21.00
    • Chicken Apple Brie

      herb marinated grilled chicken, sliced apples, brie cheese & prosciutto, baby arugula, pickled onions, garlic dill aioli, toasted ciabatta | GFO
      $22.00
    • Novo Burger

      two 4 oz beef patties, jarlsberg cheese, sautéed mushrooms, green leaf lettuce, market tomatoes, red onion, dill pickles, garlic dill aioli | GFO
      $22.00
    • Caprese

      market tomatoes, fresh basil, mozzarella, balsamic reduction, pesto, toasted focaccia | GFO, contains Nuts
      $20.00
    • Mediterranean Avocado Toast

      grilled proof and gather olive bread, beet hummus, market tomatoes, avocado, pickled onion, shaved radish, sprouts, harissa vinaigrette GFO • V
      $18.00
    • Novo BLTA

      bacon, lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, avocado, mayonnaise, country sourdough
      $18.00
    • Chicken Bánh Mì

      marinated chicken thigh, fresh cilantro, vine-ripened tomatoes, crispy onions, raita, naan | GFO
      $21.00

    Kids Lunch

    • Kid's Pasta

      spaghettini, parmesan, broccoli and your choice of butter or marinara sauce
      $10.00
    • Kid's Burger

      with jarlsberg cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, brioche bun, fresh fruit (gfo)
      $12.00
    • PB & J

      with whole wheat bread, fresh fruit (v)
      $8.00
    • Turkey & Jarlsberg

      with whole wheat bread, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, fresh fruit (gfo)
      $10.00
    • Kid's Grilled Cheese

      with whole wheat bread, jarlsberg, fresh fruit (gfo)
      $10.00
    • Salmon Filet (Kids)

      with rice, market vegetables (gf)
      $16.00
    • Chicken Breast (Kid's)

      with rice, market vegetables (gf)
      $15.00

    DESSERTS

    • Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee

      soft, rich custard topped with caramelized sugar and fresh berries (gluten free)
      $13.00
    • Pumpkin Cheesecake

      graham cracker crust, toasted pepita brittle, brandy brown sugar caramel (gluten free, nut free)
      $15.00
    • Pecan Pie Chocolate Tart

      Sticky spiced pie filling with toasted pecans and dark chocolate on an almond flour crust. Topped with a soy-coconut whipped cream. Vegan and gluten free.
      $15.00
    • Dark Chocolate Torte

      graham cracker crust, chocolate ganache, raspberry coulis (gluten free)
      $13.00

    BEVERAGES (non-alc)

    Beverages

    • Coastal Peaks Coffee

      organic blend, dark roast.
      $3.00
    • Secret Garden Tea

      $4.50
    • Espresso

      $3.00
    • Americano

      $3.50
    • Aqua Panna, 1 Liter

      $8.00
    • San Pellegrino Sparkling, Large

      $8.00
    • Lemonade

      $3.75
    • Iced Tea

      $3.75
    • Arnold Palmer

      $3.75
    • Whalebird Kombucha

      $7.00
    • Soda

      $3.00
    • Kid's Soda

      $1.50
    • Kid's Milk

      $3.00
    • Juice

      $3.75
    • Root Beer

      $5.00
    • Cream Soda

      $5.00

    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Monday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Tuesday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Wednesday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Restaurant info

    Locally sourced, wholesome, and globally-inspired fare.

    Location

    726 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

    Directions

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    Boston, MA 02210

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