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Bar Nova offers a comfortable yet trendy bar & grill experience featuring an expansive beer list, craft cocktails, and comforting dishes like flatbreads, meatballs, and tacos.
Expect quick service with friendly staff, indoor and outdoor seating options including a patio, plus accessibility accommodations and parking conveniences.
What to Expect:
🍺 Extensive beer and cocktail selection
🍕 Creative flatbread pizzas
🍖 Signature meatballs and comfort food
🔥 Cozy ambiance with fireplace
Important Information:
Reservations accepted and recommended for busy times
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating
Outdoor seating available with a popular patio
Delivery and takeout offered
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🍕 Flatbread Favorites: The meatball flatbread is a crowd-pleaser recommended by locals and regulars alike.
🍹 Cocktail Standouts: Try the key lime pie martini and pear martini, both highlighted for their unique flavors and quality.
🌤️ Patio Season: During warmer months, the outdoor patio is ideal for dining and socializing, but it fills quickly—arrive early.
📞 Reservations Help: Call ahead or reserve a table during peak evenings, especially Friday and Saturday nights, to avoid waits.
⏰ Hours
Monday: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM
Tuesday: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM
Wednesday: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM
Thursday: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM
Friday: 4:00 PM–1:00 AM
Saturday: 4:00 PM–1:00 AM
Sunday: Closed
👉 Best For
Casual dinners, groups, craft beer lovers, comfort food fans
Bar Nova - Avon, OH
36816 Detroit Rd
,
Avon
,
OH
44011
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Bar Nova receives praise for its cozy and trendy atmosphere, standout flatbreads, great beer and cocktail options, and attentive service. Guests consistently enjoy the french onion soup and meatballs. While some reviews mention inconsistencies in food quality and occasional slow or inattentive service, the majority appreciate the family-run charm and comfort food offerings.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Flatbread Pizza, Meatballs, French Onion Soup, Mac and Cheese, Tacos, Wings, Nova Fries, Burgers, Pear Martini, Key Lime Pie Martini, Craft Beer, Cocktails, Wine
📆 Best Times to Visit
Visit Tue–Thu early evening for quieter dining; Fri and Sat peak from 6 PM to 9 PM; Happy hour 4–6 PM M-F offers great value.
Accessibility
Fully wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating throughout the venue. Some patrons note space can be tight but manageable.
Reservation Policy
Reservations accepted and recommended, especially on weekends
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