Top 10 Must‑Try Dishes on Our Menu (And Why They’re Loved)

Some restaurants give you a meal. Nova House gives you a reason to come back. Tucked into the heart of Mira Road, this multi-cuisine restro-bar was built on a simple idea: that global flavours and local soul belong on the same table. One evening, you are pulling apart a Lucknow-spiced lamb taco, the next you are watching fresh sushi come together at the live counter, and somewhere in between, a plate of butter chicken arrives that tastes exactly like the comfort you were hoping for.

With a menu this wide, the hardest part is deciding what to order. These are the ten dishes our guests reach for again and again, the ones that turn a first visit into a regular table. Whether you are hunting for the best places to eat in Mira Bhayandar or simply want to know what to try first, start here.

Top 10 Dishes to Try at Nova House

1. Lucknow Lamb Tacos

If Nova House had a calling card, this would be it. Slow-cooked, juicy pulled lamb meets a crisp taco shell and a tangle of crispy onion, and the result is the kind of fusion that sounds bold on paper and makes perfect sense in your hand. It is North Indian warmth wrapped in a street-food format. Order it first, because everyone at the table will want one.

Why it's loved: It captures the whole Nova House philosophy in a single bite, familiar Lucknowi spice in a fun, modern shell.

2. Calamari Coconut Thecha Roast

This is where the coast comes to the table. Tender calamari is deep-fried and roasted with a fiery coconut sambal, balancing crunch, heat and the sweetness of fresh coconut. It is a dish that rewards diners who like their seafood with character, and it pairs beautifully with one of the bar's handcrafted cocktails.

Why it's loved: Bold Maharashtrian thecha heat meets Southeast Asian coconut, a combination you rarely find done this well.

3. Disco Crab Cake

Succulent, juicy crab folded into a golden cake and served with a smoky harissa dip, this starter has a name as playful as its flavour. It is rich without being heavy, and the harissa adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting. A favourite among guests who treat the appetiser course as the main event.

Why it's loved: Restaurant-quality crab done simply and confidently, with a dip that lifts every bite.

4. Harissa Paneer Tikka

Vegetarians, this one is yours. Smoky grilled paneer cubes are marinated in fiery North African harissa, yogurt and spices, then charred until the outside crackles and the inside stays soft. It is proof that a paneer tikka can be every bit as exciting as the meat on the menu, which is exactly why it disappears so fast.

Why it's loved: A global twist on a beloved classic, charred outside, spiced through, never an afterthought.

5. Black Rice Crispy Asparagus Tempura Roll

The live sushi counter is one of the first things people notice at Nova House, and this roll is the reason to settle in front of it. Black rice wraps crisp asparagus tempura, finished with a creamy mushroom tartar, potato chips and fried crispy asparagus on top. Every texture you want in a single roll, fresh, crunchy and quietly addictive.

Why it's loved: Sushi made to order, with a crunch-and-cream contrast that keeps you coming back for the next piece.

6. Burmese Khow Suey

When you want a bowl that hugs you back, this is the order. A fragrant coconut curry base ladled over noodles and finished with a spread of condiments you build to your own taste. Comforting, customisable and deeply satisfying, it is the kind of dish that makes a rainy Mira Road evening feel like an occasion.

Why it's loved: It is interactive, generous and warming, a one-bowl meal that never feels ordinary.

7. Dilli-Style Desi Butter Chicken

Every great multi-cuisine kitchen needs a butter chicken that earns its place, and this one does. Rich, buttery and unapologetically classic, it is the dish that wins over the table member who "just wants something safe," then quietly becomes their favourite. Scoop it up with a naan straight from the tandoor.

Why it's loved: Familiar comfort done right, the benchmark dish that tells you a kitchen knows its basics.

8. Gangster Fries

This is the share plate that starts conversations. Crisp fries baked with taco seasoning, then loaded with lamb keema, cheese sauce, Pico de Gallo and sour cream. It is indulgent, messy in the best way, and built for a group of friends, drinks in hand, settling in for a long evening.

Why it's loved: Pure comfort-food theatre, the plate that makes the whole table lean in.

9. Mutton Raan

For the nights that call for something special, there is the raan. A whole slow-cooked mutton leg, tender enough to give way at the touch of a fork, this is a centrepiece dish meant to be shared and remembered. Order it for a celebration, a reunion, or simply because the occasion deserves it.

Why it's loved: A showstopper in every sense, the dish guests plan a visit around.

10. Ras Malai Tres Leches

End the way you should, with a little drama. This dessert marries the milky, cardamom-kissed soul of ras malai with the soaked sponge of a tres leches cake. Indian nostalgia meets Latin American indulgence, and the two get along beautifully. It is the sweet, satisfying full stop on a meal that has already travelled the world.

Why it's loved: A fusion dessert that feels both comforting and new, the perfect last impression.

Nova House Must-Try Dishes at a Glance

Dish	Cuisine Style	Veg / Non-Veg	Best For
Lucknow Lamb Tacos	Indian fusion	Non-Veg	First-timers, sharing
Calamari Coconut Thecha Roast	Coastal fusion	Non-Veg	Seafood lovers
Disco Crab Cake	Continental	Non-Veg	Starters, date night
Harissa Paneer Tikka	Indian fusion	Veg	Vegetarian tables
Black Rice Asparagus Tempura Roll	Sushi / Japanese	Veg	The live sushi counter
Burmese Khow Suey	Asian	Veg / Non-Veg	Comfort food, rainy days
Dilli-Style Desi Butter Chicken	North Indian	Non-Veg	Crowd-pleasers
Gangster Fries	American	Non-Veg	Groups, bar snacking
Mutton Raan	North Indian	Non-Veg	Celebrations
Ras Malai Tres Leches	Fusion dessert	Veg	The sweet finish

Make a Meal of It

Half the joy of dining at Nova House is the setting around the food. The restro-bar pairs these dishes with handcrafted cocktails and a vibe that shifts through the week, from easy happy-hour evenings to lively DJ and karaoke nights. It is one of those places in Mira Road where dinner can be a quick, delicious stop or the start of a whole night out.

So whether you are a regular or planning your first visit, build your order around a few of these favourites, bring people you like, and leave room for dessert. Ready to taste your way through the list? Book your table at Nova House and find your new favourite dish.

FAQs

What are the must-try dishes at Nova House in Mira Road? 

The standouts include the Lucknow Lamb Tacos, Calamari Coconut Thecha Roast, Disco Crab Cake, Harissa Paneer Tikka, the black rice sushi roll from the live counter, Burmese Khow Suey, Dilli-style Desi Butter Chicken, Gangster Fries, Mutton Raan and the Ras Malai Tres Leches dessert.

Does Nova House have good vegetarian options? 

Yes. Vegetarians have plenty to choose from, including the Harissa Paneer Tikka, the black rice asparagus tempura sushi roll, vegetarian Burmese Khow Suey and a full range of dim sum, tandoor and curry preparations.

Is Nova House a good place for groups and celebrations?

It is. Share plates like Gangster Fries and centrepiece dishes like the Mutton Raan are made for groups, and the restro-bar setting works well for celebrations, get-togethers and casual nights out in Mira Bhayandar.

What kind of cuisine does Nova House serve? 

Nova House is a multi-cuisine restaurant in Mira Road, blending Indian, Asian, Continental and sushi offerings, alongside a full bar with handcrafted cocktails.

Does Nova House have a live sushi counter?

Yes. The live sushi counter is one of the restaurant's highlights, serving fresh rolls made to order, including the popular black rice crispy asparagus tempura roll.

How do I book a table at Nova House?

You can reserve a table directly through the Nova House website at novahouse.in, where you will also find details on dining, the bar and banquet spaces in Mira Road.