Novi Cambridge really is an all-rounder: from morning, to noon, to night, this easy-going eatery has everything from bottomless brunch to late-night plates and signature cocktails. The vibe here is all about casual, communal dining - whether that’s a quick coffee and plate in the morning or a longer, more relaxed dinner with friends.
The space is influenced by Scandinavian minimalism, with a colour scheme that harks to nature with rich greens and natural materials. While the dining room features a lively open kitchen which gives guests a bit of a show.
Brunch is where Novi has built much of its reputation. The menu draws on Antipodean influences, with a mix of both lighter and more indulgent options made in-house using seasonal produce and high-welfare meat from local farms. Dishes such as carnitas benedict with pork shoulder and chorizo, steak and eggs with chimichurri, and avocado toast with crispy chickpeas sit alongside sweeter options like banana fritters or winter berry waffles. For something more substantial, a BBQ brisket brioche bun or bacon burrito keeps things firmly on the savoury side. There’s also a bottomless brunch option, with 90 minutes of free-flowing mimosas, Prosecco or beer, which is perfect for groups celebrating or simply making an occasion out of a normal Saturday.
By evening, the menu refreshes with a list of globally influenced small and medium plates designed for sharing. The kitchen nods to everything from Japanese BBQ techniques and its in-house smoker, with an emphasis on chargrilled and smoked flavours. Dishes range from lentil and harissa kofta and cauliflower wings to grilled prawns with peanut and chilli relish, or richer options like crayfish and lobster brioche sliders.
The bar can whip up your favourite classic serves as well as a rotating list of botanical cocktails, many built around house-made syrups, shrubs and infusions. Not only is there the main bar, but the terrace bar is a great space for sipping outside in the warmer months.