Nonna's is Burlington's best kept secret! We tried this restaurant based on an Open Table review and we are so glad we did.

When you enter this building you forget about the outside world. There is an elegance and environment that is second to none.

We arrived early and were greeted by the owner who suggested we have a glass of wine and sit at a bar area at the front of the restaurant.

On... more

This is our neighbourhood place! Sasha remembers my favourite wine, it is cozy and the food is good! Northern Italian specialties. We like the meatballs and the gnocchi - done in a variety of ways. The live guitarist is a bit over the top but does lend some charm. They have recently closed their cafe and are expanding the restaurant. The neighbourhood will miss the cafe. I often use for client... more

"Let me tell you a secret.....Nonna's has it all!"

From the outside, this restaurant appears to be another strip mall business that you drive by often, seldom stopping to eat there. Nonna's kitchen has for distinct areas that make this place a unique and satisfying culinary experience.

They have a semi-private wine room/dining area that can accommodate about 30 people. They have the main... more

We have been a few times for dinner and the meat dishes and their lasagna are always very good. I would say it is a bit on the pricey side for a local business, but overall a great place to eat and a great atmosphere on the weekend with live music.

Had a couple of pizzas there, to be honest, call Pizza Nova and request a thin crust, well done and you'll get something equal at a fraction of the cost minus the nice decor. Server has a weak arm when it comes to pouring wine. You're basically in the middle of nowhere so there is little to do after dinner. If I lived in the area I may return. I'm giving this place 2.5 stars but yelp doesn't... more

So good, their wood oven thin crust pizza is 5 star, order a side of their homemade hot sauce.
Live entertainment is always excellent !

Just something lacking

Dinner was quite ordinary. Not busy for a Friday night. Dessert menu was limited to three offerings. Waiter kept returning our cutlery after each course. This I did not like - who knew if we got our own utensils. Might give the restaurant another try in future. Still found something lacking.

Looking for a thin crust pizza

My wife was craving a thin crust pizza and I did not want one of the big-box rastaurants. We tried this place and we weren't disappointed! Crust was perfectly cooked, the topping were fresh and the service was very friendly, fast and helpful. Paired with a Ceasar salad and it was a nice night out. We will return.

Very Enjoyable

My Husband and myself enjoyed a great meal with wonderful live music, playing. Really made our night.

Average Food, Average Service

We dined here for the first time recently with another couple. It was a Friday evening and not very busy so we had our choice of table. The waiter took our drink orders promptly. We started with the antipasto plate and spicy calamari. Good choice as they were very good. Caesar salads were up next and they were ok. The... more

Expected better

Visited Nonna's for dinner after reading all the excellent reviews. First impression walking in was different, seeing large screen TVs in the dining room. Service was good, prompt and accurate. It was nice to have olive oil and balsamic vinegar on the table and warm rosemary bread soon arrived. We ordered the Eggplant Giovanni appetizer to share. It was a... more

Nonna's loud music

We had dinner at Nonna's on Saturday night for the first time. Our reservation was at 6pm. Service was outstanding. Food was great...came hot to the table. Great selection on menu. Recommendations for wine was great. Decor lovely. We did not like the music. Two gentlemen played guitar and sang songs from the 80's and back. It was loud and difficult to even carry on a conversation. This type of... more

Food was fantastic

Service was great! Greeted very quickly! Friendly atomosphere!

Great Gluten free restaurant

My fiance and I had a fantastic meal, he had the Veal Parm and I had the Seafood pasta (fancy name for it can't remember) with gluten free spaghetti. We were both pleased with the authentic italian taste, quality and the portion size. Will definitely by returning for another meal!

Great food and atmosphere

We tried this restaurant out for a romantic birthday dinner. It had great food and a nice atmosphere but be ready to pay a little more as it is on the upper end for price.

Just like Nonna's

Excellent little Italian eatery, great ambiance, excellent food, great service all at a reasonable price

An Aldershot low-keyed gemstone!

Third visit and things have improved in terms of portion sizes and overall service.Last time out, the lasagna was the size of a deck of cards and just as thick, so overpriced and lost on the plate it came on. Net result was one diner finished ten minutes ahead of the rest of the party; their portions larger.This time, ample portions, though the pasta ordered by two of us had been plated first... more

No Ontario Wine

we had a great dinner here on Saturday May 17. Only thing was there is not one Ontario wine on their wine listing. I asked our server why not and he said they could not purchase at the right price point - blah, blah, blah. Guess we go back to the Keg for a $25.00 bottle of Jackson trigg's Chardonnay... more

Excellent Evening

We visited Nonna's Cucina Ristorante on Saturday May 17th. The food was amazing. We enjoyed the sax player and overall ambiance. The Eggplant Parmesan second to none. Also the veal cutlet was cooked to perfection. The calamari was delicious. Our server was excellent. Overall it was a wonderful dining experience and we will return soon!

Night Out

Great food, nice ambiance, good entertainment ...enjoyed it. All in all a good experience.

Would Make a Nonna Proud

This was my first visit to a restaurant which I understand has been in existence for 4 years. The food was outstanding and coming from an italian background and having my 87 year old mother and grandmother with me ( Nonna) she thought the food was amazing as well.Thus the title of my review !!! Also my mother was astonished to read Mrs Ticcarelli's obituary on the wall and knew her very very... more

A great night out

My wife and I have been to Nonna's on at least 3 occasions now and have enjoyed a fantastic meal each time. The food is great and the service has always been above par.

The service was good

We've been many times but I had never ordered the Lasagna di Casa. It arrived barely warm, the waiter apologized and returned it to the kitchen. When he returned it was slightly warmer but not hot. I ate it regardless. Paid the bill, tipped the waiter, and as we were waiting for our change we heard someone at the next table saying he "was in charge". When he was free, my wife explained what... more

Great food but music too loud

The food is really good homemade Italian food. It's a lovely restaurant with friendly staff. The live music is also really good but the volume is so loud you can't have a conversation with your dinner companions. Great place to go if you don't want to talk to your date.

Great Food & Great Service!

When we arrived at the restaurant, we were originally seated in the middle of the dining area. However, our request to move to a different table was met with a cheerful accommodation. Our waiter was extremely affable and helpful with any of our questions and/or requests (including minor changes to entrees and gluten-free pasta). When our food arrived, everything was very tasty and the portions... more

A Taste of Italy in my own Backyard

This is a great place to take anyone who loves great Italian cuisine. I would recommend the Pizza on the first visit, from there you are on your own...One thing for sure, you will return.
Great staff and friendly people..thanks for the love you put into your business.
PS - If you need any nice photo's of the old country... more

Great Food but quite noisy

We enjoyed the food and the staff were all very friendly, efficient and professional. We did not enjoy sitting just a few feet from the people at the next table. We could barely hear each other talking. There were large tables set up for groups coming in later and as the noise level was already very high, we would not have wanted to be there later in the evening. The musicians who came out at... more

Our favourite spot in Burlington

We tried Nonna's for the first time in January and immediately loved it. We've been back 3 times since. The staff are fantastic. Food is excellent, particularly the waffle ice cream sandwich. Atmosphere is comfortable and we love the live music. Last time we were there they had a saxophone player who was AMAZING. We highly recommend this restaurant.

A nice night out

My husband and I recently and quite unexpectedly went out for dinner at Nonna's Cucina Ristorante. A friend of ours was providing the live music for the evening and we enjoyed his music whilst dining on delicious Italian cuisine. There was a large wine list to explore, a cozy dining area to relax in and share in a great meal.... more

great food, great service

Sadly, I had to organize a group luncheon for approximately 25 due to a post-funeral reception. However, Paul and his staff were very accommodating, even though we arrived 1/2 hour early and five more than indicated. The food (margherita pizza, Caesar salad, garden salad, ciabatta bread, pasta Bolognese, tiramisu) was excellent. In addition to regular coffee and tea, espressos and... more

A perfect night

I recently celebrated a friends Birthday at Nonna's with a party of 8 and it was such a wonderful night. The atmosphere and servers created such a special evening for us all and the live entertainment couldn't have been better! Food was delicious and a special dessert was made for the birthday girl that was to die for!! Looking forward... more

Enjoyable experience

I recently had the chance to dine here and I must say I was presently surprised. My wife and I felt relaxed from the moment we walked in. The live music set the tone for the romantic evening we were both looking for. Our waiter approached offering suggestions and personal favorites and explained there was no rush. We both enjoyed... more

A great experience

We recently visited Nonna's Cucina and let me tell you it was an amazing evening. From the food, the music, and not to mention the staff. The food was hot and not to mention delicious, we felt like we were right back at Nonna's house. The staff made us feel right at home. The chief even took the time and... more

Beautiful ambiance with even better food

I have eaten at Nonna's several times and I swear every time I return I find a new dish to love. I try to have something different every time I eat here which is growing difficult because everything I try I end up loving. Whether it's the pizza, the pasts, the fish, or the meat dishes it's really hard to... more

Great V-day

My girlfriend and I decided to try Nonna's for valentine's day this year, and were not disappointed. The restaurant was full when we arrived for our reservation, but they had our table ready and waiting for us. The service was excellent, and the piano player added a great atmosphere to the night. We shared the oysters, I had the veal... more

Disappointing luncheon

My wife and I attended at 1:00 pm and there were only 3 other tables occupied which removed any excuse of overload conditions. Our service was fair with our waiter apologizing for his tardiness in bringing items. We both ordered Veal,I the Marsala and my wife the parmigiana. She enjoyed hers while I found mine stringy and difficult to cut... more

Not Like Past Visits

We've been to Nonna's several times and have always enjoyed our meals. Our last visit there was disappointing though. For one thing, they used fake bacon bits on the Caesar salad. When you're spending $10 for a Caesar, you expect the bacon to be real. It always has been in the past. If I'd known they were using the artificial... more

Maybe they should post that they are closed on Sundays seeing as we just drove from Toronto to try the lava cake to be told they are closed.

The best thin crust pizza

I have to say that my husband is a very PICKY eater and after trying Nonna's thin crust pepperoni pizza he is hooked! Such a nice atmosphere to eat in too...friendly staff, nicely decorated & the piano player was very good...and we really enjoyed the Caesar salad (the dressing was fantastic and definitely not bottled!) and the carrot cake is... more

Awful awful awful

It was a disaster evening with friends - first of all the price point for this restaurant is way over priced for the quality of food and service. The waiting was in experience (3 days on the job) that can be excused if the server in good but....
We spent over 3 hrs for dinner which is acceptable if it's... more

Nothing to make you want to return

Had dinner here and ordered off the fixed prix selection.
Service by the waitress was friendly and effective. Service from the kitchen was low (was not a busy night).
There is nothing bad about the food and but nothing that jumps out at you as very good. Just ordinary. Does not meet the quality expected in that price range.
Would... more

Disappointing from previous visit

Since my husband and I have eaten lunch at Nonna's restaurant in the past and found it very good, we thought we would take family that were visiting there for dinner last Saturday evening.
It was much busier for dinner than it had been for lunch but we were seated right away because we had a reservation. The restaurant has... more

Food great service slow

We made reservations and was promptly seated. The people were very friendly and the restaurant clean. We were seated towards the back away from the sole entertainer at our request. There was a large video screen showing vacation areas within Italy. That was quite interesting. The order was taken and then the wait. Our water was constantly low and glasses... more

Really nice supper

My daughter & i went for supper last week after spending the afternoon at the Gardens .. We have driven past it many times & decided to give Nonna's a try !! We both enjoyed our supper but i wouldn't buy the seafood pasta again !! too expensive for what you get ... Would we go back .. yes of... more

Love the Ambience

Really like this place. You really feel like you are in Italy! We had the pizza and the chicken parmesan. Very attentive staff. Love the tv's showing scenery from Italy!

Average, average, average

Service was good but have not been blown away by the food.
Deli (takeout) used to be good but it to is going the wrong way.

Excellent tomato sauce! Crucial to a good Italian Restaurant

My wife and I went to Nonna's on a Saturday afternoon (not a busy time).
1. The decor was welcoming
2. The waiter was so friendly and attentive and made good suggestions
3. The food was excellent (Chicken Parmagiana over Penne in tomato sauce
4. The sauce was light, natural, not overdone with spices. Something a Nonna WOULD make.
I... more

GREAT pizza

Wonderful food in a very relaxed atmosphere. Large wine list and varied menu. Good restaurant for families.

Delicious

Came to a private function at this restaurant today. We arrived with more guests than anticipated, and the staff jumped right in to accommodate. They served about 100 of us a most delicious meal. The pizza was perfect authentic thin crust pizza, salad was fresh. The pasta was wonderful, and they even accommodated gluten issues at the last minute.
I... more

loud, mediocre and expensive

I went with a group of twelve friends. My salad was good but if my friends grilled calamari had actually seen a grill, I would be surprised. I ordered chicken marsala which came much later than everyone else's main and turned out to be, in fact, a really boring piccata but I didn't want to send it back and wait... more

Just like back home

Finally! An Italian restaurant that actually makes italian food and pizzas. The pizzas are absolutely amazing, just like back home. Sucks that they charge you $3 for a small glass of pop, and you don't even get refills :(..that should deffinitly be changed.

Went here late one Friday for dinner. Very much a family feel to the place. Friendly staff and live piano. Service was great. Food was average...not amazing but sound.

Indifferent food, loud music

I went here with my elderly parents and my adult son on a recent Friday night. The food is really so-so. My parents were happy with their fish dishes, but my ricotta was swimming in liquid and my son's chicken parmesan was bathed in a canned tomato sauce. The real problem for us, however, was the electronic music, which was... more

Good food, long wait

Been here one night for dinner. The food was really good, but the service took quite a while. But the good thing about that is....it's all made fresh, so that is probably why it took so long to come! Don't go if you are super hungry and need food within 20-30 mins. The live music on Saturday nights is great... more

terrible service

after dining here twice, I can say the food was consistently so so...and the service bordered on indifferent.

Meal at nonna's

My trip to nonna's was good but proicey . I loved the service and food.
I had the tortellini and it was amazing. I also recommend the lasagnia

Pizza wasn't the greatest

My group of friends go out once a month for dinner, Each of us (6) take turns picking a place to try. Everyone said they enjoyed their meal, but to me the pizza wasn't that good. Not enough on it. Salad was good. Big servings. I won't rush back, but would be willing to give it another try.

worth the trip to Nonnas

I find the thin crust pizzas to be the best around and the service was even better than the food. My waiter's recommendation was excellent and the meal and atmosphere was like Little Italy...on busy nights you might have to wait a little longer, but defintely worth the trip and any small wait is worth the meal.

The food’s not hot

We visited Nonna’s on a busy Saturday night. Our appetizer’s appeared in timely fashion. I ordered the arancini, which was so good, so hot and so substantial I didn't mind the unusual delay of our mains. But when those arrived they were not hot. My pasta was congealed and cold. My wife slid her side pasta under her veal in... more

Great Italian food in Burlington

Had a great meal here more than once. Would definitely recommend it to friends and family, and will return. Like any restaurant on a busy night service is a little slower, but it is still worth it.

Excellent restaurant... one of my favs for food but

I have been to Nonna's twice now for lunch and I would like to express my absolute satisfaction with the quality, pricing of the food and the prompt, friendly service. I love the fact that all food is made fresh in-house.. But, there is one thing that I am very disappointed with and that is the answer I received from... more

I say "NO" to Nonna's

There were 6 of us
We arrived and were seated by 7:20
We ordered at 7:30
The first TWO main courses arrived at 8:00
The next TWO main courses arrived at 8:12
The last TWO main courses arrived at 8:18
By the time the last people were served, the first served were almost finished.
Also, the food was cold.
And... more

Excellent Food But Took a Long time

The food at Nonna's was excellent and the portions more than adequate. The pasta was cooked to perfection and as agreed to by our party, the best that we've ever eaten!
Our complaints were based on the time it took to get our food and the restaurant running out ingredients for one of the dishes that were ordered.
From the... more

Delicious Food - Too bad about the wine

The food at Nonna's was delicious (authentic and flavourful). The atmosphere was warm and cozy. The service was attentive and friendly. The entertainment (Wainwright) made it fun and feel very special. But $12.00 for a glass of inexpensive wine is inexcusable. My husband drinks red and I drink white, so sharing a bottle was not a solution. It will prevent... more

Good restaurant but service needs improvement

Overall the restaurant is not bad. The food was well made and there were no complaints here.
The ambiance of the restaurant is the probably the best part of the place. My wife and I were there on a Saturday evening. There was a live musician who sang well known songs of the '70 and '80. The restaurant was packed.... more

I was there with eight others last night. Most people raved about the food. I had a hard time, my meal was delivered to someone else. I ordered an veal Marsala and and ten minutes after everyone started they delivered a chicken picante. I was famished and I ate the food in front of me. Halfway through, they delivered a side of penne. The fellow who eat my meal - was delivered his penne after... more

Overrated

I am not sure why this restaurant is rated so high. The food is good but you can certainty find better. I have only been a few times but the staff are also quite snotty, they act like they are working in a top end Toronto restaurant. If you are in the area looking for a meal, there are not... more

Lunch with co-workers

We went to Nonna's for lunch and the food was very tasty, I had the meatball sliders. The prices are a bit high and the service is a bit slow, but we were not in a hurry so it was fine with us. Quality of food and taste was excellent.

Nonna would be proud

Dining at Nonna's Cucina is like having dinnner at Nonna's house. The food is home made, always fresh, delicous an in abundance. The atomosphere makes you feel like your having dinner at Nonna's table. The live music is great, the staff makes you feel extremely comfortable.
"Tutti a tavola e mangiare e beve"

Great Food Great Fun

The food reminds me of dinner at my Nonna's house.....its that good. That plus a huge bowl of ice cream for the kids made it a day not to be forgotten.

Amazing Home made food

Hi Chowhounds,
We live in Hamilton and eat here quite regularly and it has always been great, always good food and always fun. For those of you who haven't been to Nonas is quite cozy family oriented restaurant, easely accesible, with an amazing Italian cuisine their menu seems to have something for everybody, as well as an excellent choice of... more