Located in the southern end of downtown St. Augustine, my wife and I found Nonnas Trattoria offering Italian food as good as we've had anywhere in the US or Italy. In a rustic and comfortable storefront, the restaurant offered a limited menu with wonderful flavors. The food was prepared fresh in an open kitchen where we could watch the chef cook each individual meal. We started with the fried ravioli appetizer and then enjoyed the pasta bolognese and grouper in light lemon sauce. While I lack the culinary vocabulary to properly describe the nuance of flavors delivered in our dishes, suffice it say we happily finished everything. We were fortunate to get walk-in service but the number of tables inside are limited. They also offer some outdoor seating on the street, but I would recommend reservations to be sure you get the opportunity to enjoy all that Nonnas has to offer in great food and wonderful service.
We found this place by accident. It’s a small ‘hole in the wall’ place. The food is so good! You won’t be disappointed.
Fabulous Italian resturant. Would definitely recommend!
Nonna’s Trattoria!!! Italian restaurant at its best. In the historic district of St Augustine Florida. We were looking for an Italian restaurant for dinner and decided to try Nonna’s. Went in at 5pm to make a reservation for 6pm and happy that we did. They have outside dining with heat lamps which reminded me of little Italy in NYC. The inside dining was cozy and inviting and the decor was great. They give you garlic rolls with olive oil and spice which was very tasty. I ordered the Chicken Picatta with spaghetti and marinara sauce which was excellent. Being an Italian from NY I know good Italian food. My wife ordered the Chicken Parmigiana with Penne Alfredo and a Pinot and she said it was delicious. I highly recommend eating at this restaurant if you are in St Augustine visiting for the day or on vacation. While we were there a party of 6 came in and sat across from us. We notice one of the gentleman seemed to be the owner. He got up went to the kitchen which is visible and started cooking for his party. We watched him as he cooked and he waved to us asking how is everything. When he was done he came over to our table to chat. I asked were he was from which was Palermo Italy, I told he my family was from Cosenza Calabria, Italy and we spoke briefly in Italian. He asked how was the food and we told him excellent and me being an Italian from NY I know good Italian food when I have it. The owner’s name is Adamo and his restaurant is definitely a place you should visit.
THIS PLACE WAS GREAT!!Thank you to Adamo for being such an awesome guy (the owner) he came out to our table to chat with us when he heard my girlfriend and I were celebrating our birthday (one day apart)They just started serving breakfast a few days ago so today we got to enjoy their first official brunch. Their mimosa game is on point with traditional, peach, and Hawaiian.Awesome location. Adamo can tell you all about the history of the joint and how it ties into the fabric of this old town.The service was perfect and the brunch was its equivalent. We are looking forward to our next visit.
If you’re looking for authentic Italian food in the St. Augustine area, find your way to Nonna’s. Wonderful atmosphere and delicious food. Brittany is a master server and sees to making your dining experience comfortable and welcoming. Great food and tasteful music. Try to get there early because seats fill up fast!
We dined al fresco on a mild winter night and were so happy that we chose Nonna’s Trattoria for dinner!! The fried ravioli was the best I’ve ever had. The chicken piccata was fabulous, and the lemoncello dessert is a must! Wonderful waitress, and the chef, B.A. was a delight. I’d recommend it to anyone visiting St. Augustine.
I consider myself quite the brunch snob. My boyfriend and I walked around for about an hour looking for a place that served a classic brunch. We stumbled upon this place quite by accident and were not disappointed. And apparently they had just started brunch the day before!! Our server was attentive, the owner was friendly, and the food was phenomenal. The whole experience was… charming. We’ll come back every time we visit for sure.
So good—best meatballs I’ve ever tasted, and the whole night was wonderful at Nonna’s!
So lucky to have stumbled upon this fantastic restaurant! Beautiful sidewalk seating with views down the street toward the plaza. Easily one of the best restaurant experiences we have had. Delicious made to order home made Italian dishes. They may have a small menu but they have perfected what they serve. We had the bolognese and fettuccini Alfredo and calamari appetizer and it was the best Italian food I’ve ever had. This place is so worth the wait if you love authentic Italian food!