Nonna's is truly a treasure! The attention to detail from both management and staff ensures that every aspect of your visit rewards your choice--whether it's a beverage and pastry, something to go, or a delightful meal. The wisdom of decor and other touches makes for a lovely mood--allowing you a pleasant visit with your companions without intrusions from neighboring tables. Service staff are very attentive, though they'll intuitively allow you to enjoy your meal without interrupting conversations. Another unique touch for an Alaskan restaurant: when you order multiple courses, they don't all arrive at the same time--BRAVO! (that issue is epidemic statewide) If you're short on time and want to visit Rome for a day, Nonna's Carbonara will take you there! Once you're finished, something from their dessert selection will give you a taste of the divine. Buon appetito! read more

Best Italian food this side of the parallel. Amazing staff and friendly service. Authentic food. A diamond in the rough. I had a small family reunion here and wished they had meals family style, and it seems like they would have done it this way if I asked. Maybe next time?! Thank you for putting up with us. We had the whole Circo us and more children than adults. Pretty sure we broke at least one plate. Will be back without the children next time!! Free parking and a beautiful drive from Anchorage. read more

Our first time at Nonna's and it won't be the last. Staff were so good and friendly. They knew their food and wine. The meal was excellant - far better than most restaurants in the valley. read more

It's Nonnas what else can I say Food always tastes better at Grandmas house and dining at Nonna's is Wasilla's surrogate Italian grammas kitchen. Tonight it was the Antipasti Prosciutto and Parmigiano Reggiano The special was a sausage mushroom and basil pizza on their homemade fire baked crust, what's the Italian version of OMG!? Pasta Carbonara second only to my wife's I swear this place gets better each time I visit. Oh! How could I almost forget the Ricotta cookie. Melt in your mouth, get in my tummy, bring me a dozen more read more

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Excellent service our waitress Mary was a sweetheart! Carbonara was delicious. Great flavors and the noodles tasted fresh. Sausage, mushroom, basil pizza had a very nice crust and was really tasty. Beautiful spot everything was a wonderful experience. read more

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We've been several times since the first review and again have had terrific experiences every time! I recommend you come earlier rather than later on a Friday or Saturday since they do get busy around dinner time and their deserts are usually a limited selection! To fix a typo in my original review at the end: "we couldn't be *happier with our experience!" read more

Great dinner, got there right at 4 , started filling up by 5pm, pasta and pizza were great . Should have saved room for dessert . They looked amazing read more

My son and I had a class in the valley and were looking for a new interesting place to eat dinner and we jumped at the photos of Nonna's. We sat at the pizza bar (no reservation) and ordered an antipasti, the bolognese and the pizza thing with the meatballs in it. And a peach lemonade. And a custard dessert thing. Everything was exquisite. My husband stole my pizza thing leftovers and scarfed when we got home so now we all want to go back soon. Really great place. Wonderful food. 10/10 read more

Husband and I went here on a date, called ahead to make reservations a day before. We got there just before our reservation time and we had to wait about 15-20 minutes before we could be seated. There were several other couples and a family that got seated before us. After getting seated service was good, but we had to wait awhile before getting our food. He got a pizza and it was good and enjoyed it. I had ordered the Fettuccine and it wasn't the same as when I had it the times before. When asked about how the food was I told the waitress that it wasn't the same as last time. That there wasn't as much cheese on it and way too much pepper on the bowls rim. She was apologetic and got me one to go, they also voided it off of our check. We were super thankful and appreciative. Turns out they and just gotten a new chef that week. I felt bad complaining about the food, but it was nice for them to get me another Fettuccine. read more

Third time here, the service is always great. Fast and very friendly. The bolognese was amazing, simply great! The salad is genuine Caesar not Americanized. My wife had the special, last time it was a huge hit, this time it was lemon ricotta. The dish just didn't connect. The server noticed she didn't eat it and inquired. It truly wasn't bad because of the chef or restaurant, it just didn't connect. They offered to remove it from the bill and replace it with a to-go order of her choice. She got the mushroom dish and loved it. I greatly appreciate the professionalism and understanding that not every dish is going to be a home run with everyone. Such great service and the food is really good. Thank you! read more

We had delicious sandwiches, the foccocia bread was amazing. The service was amazing. The owner invited me to check out thier pizza oven and she shared some dough making tips with me. I can't recall ever having a better customer experience at a restaurant. This place should not be missed. read more

I don't dine at many Italian restaurants in Alaska simply because I'm beyond picky when it comes to my Italian food. The few places I have tried, and love are always authentic with owners of Italian heritage. Nonna's Osteria is definitely one of the Italian restaurants that I have very much enjoyed in Alaska. It is a small little restaurant located in a standalone building tucked away a few blocks off the Parks Highway. The interior is decorated with mementos from the owner's family, and photos of Italy. It is a comfortable spot like going to dine at a family member's house. The pizza oven is imported from Italy, and sits right in view of the dining area. You can order at the counter, or sit down and receive table service. An osteria in Italy is a very casual restaurant with a simple menu that can rotate daily based on availability. This restaurant embodies the comfortable atmosphere of a typical osteria. Nonna's Osteria is a little over a year old, and I first came here in March to pick up some special St. Joseph's Day pastries that I haven't been able to get since moving up here. These Neapolitan pastries are called zeppole. They are similar to a custard filled doughnut just with a less dense dough, and definitely not as sweet as an America doughnut. I have forgone having this part of my culture since moving up here, and was happy to get a small taste of it. The zeppole were pretty good! The dough was a bit denser than the ones I have gotten from bakeries in Chicago, but it was their first time putting them on the menu, and there are variations to the recipe depending on the region of Italy. I was definitely satisfied with them & enjoyed having them to celebrate St. Joseph's Day. While there we also stayed for lunch, and ordered "the cure" sandwich. This sandwich had prosciutto cotto, spicy Calabrian schiacciata, provolone & herbed olive oil on a sesame roll. In Italy sandwiches are very simple, and usually only consists of different meats & cheeses. So the sandwiches at this Osteria are true to their roots. All the ingredients were very fresh which made the sandwich delicious. Just be aware of the fact that these sandwiches are not going to be served like an Italian sub you would normally be used to with veggies & sauces. The sandwiches come with choice of chips or soup. I got the tomato basil soup, which was very flavorful. I also spoke to the owner on my first visit who was a very sweet person. We spoke about our shared heritage, and she proudly told me how they try to import as much of their ingredients from Italy as they can, and also support using local ingredients. As she said the quality of the ingredients is reflected in the food. She also very kindly gave my son a cookie on the house. I came back for another visit this time with my Italian mother in tow so we could try the Neapolitan pizza. We tried the Calabrian pizza & the scarpariello. This is the only true Neapolitan pizza I have had in Alaska. The only critiques I have is that the crust is a bit thicker than it should be, but otherwise the taste & texture are true to the style. The ingredients are fresh, which is what makes the pizza. There is not a ton of sauce or cheese on Neapolitan style pizzas, and they are all meant to be personal sized. My mother & I both enjoyed the pizza, and we were definitely impressed with how authentic it was. If you are more into California or NY style pizza you are perhaps going to find this style of pizza lacking, but I think it is definitely worth a try. It is personally my favorite style of pizza besides tavern style thin crust. We also took some cannolis to go, which again we were impressed with. Excellent shells, and the filling was tasty--I just wish they had pistachios instead of chocolate chips. They have other pastries and cookies available. They are known for their cinnamon rolls, which I have not tried. They also serve a selection of beer & wine. I think Nonna's Osteria is an awesome and unique addition to Wasilla, and south central in general. If you are looking for some Italian comfort food you need to check them out! The lunch and dinner menus are simple, but the food has a lot of love put into it! read more

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The food was outstanding. I ordered Carbonara and a cannoli, both of which were recommended by staff. It was too notch. The service was great, the food was exceptional, and it was warm and welcoming. read more

Nonna’s Osteria Restaurant - Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

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Food was fantastic as was the service. Nonna's is tucked away and has the perfect ambiance. We even got to meet Nonna herself. So glad we decided to visit. We will definitely be back! read more

What an adorable place! Super cute decor inside, sizable menu, super delicious food! My daughter took me out to lunch and she had the veggie soup, and the chicken Parmesan sandwich. I had the Basalmic chicken salad. We shared and all the food was very delicious and fresh. Staff were very friendly, attentive, & helpful. Nonna stopped for a chat and that was the highlight of our lunch! She's so cute and sweet. She answered all my questions about her restaurant. We love her! Be sure and take a peak of her family photos on the wall. We're very grateful for such a great place to eat in Wasilla! Nonna's is in a class all it's own! read more

From the moment we walked through the doors we were warmly greeted to a cozy and intimate environment. Our server was very informative in describing the various dishes and patient with our questions. Each course was promptly served and each one more amazing than the next. All homemade with top quality, fresh ingredients. The meatballs were the absolute best I've ever had. Nonna herself came out to check on our satisfaction and we had a truly delightful chat. This was one of the most wonderful and memorable dining experiences I have ever had. We will be back! read more

Food was wonderful, service was excellent, great atmosphere. I highly recommend Nonna's

You can always tell when food is made with genuine love and at this place, it's unmistakable. Every bite feels like it was crafted by someone who truly cares about what they're serving. We started our meal with an antipasto of "Castelbelbo and Tomato". The Castelbelbo is a cheese made with a combination of cow, sheep, and goat milk. It was served warm, melting gently into a sauce of Italian tomatoes and butter, along with fresh focaccia and basil. Let me tell you, I keep dreaming of this antipasto dish. The flavor was magical. You know when you hear people talk about how simple good ingredients speak for themselves? Well this unassuming dish transported me to sunny Italy and set the course for the rest of the meal. Next I had the Calabrian pizza and my partner had the sausage pizza. Wow, their pizza crust is wood-fired perfection. Crisp on the outside, chewy inside, with just the right whisper of char to round it out. The Calabrian pizza had a nice kick of heat. I tried my partner's pizza and absolutely loved the fennel flavor in the sausage. We were both happy and content at the end of the meal, and made plans to come back again soon. We left with a little treasure box of sweets: cannoli, tiramisu, and a lemon tart. Each one was a delight, clearly made with the same passion and care as the rest of the meal. If you're looking for a place where the ingredients sing and the people behind the food pour their heart into every detail, this is it. read more

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Absolutely delicious. The meatballs are divine, the ciabatta was fluffy and soaked up a bit of red sauce (not too much to make it fall apart) and I am completely satisfied. The staff were friendly and accurate. The environment was clean and the restaurant was comfortable yet inviting. Will absolutely be returning and this will definitely be a spot I want to take my in-laws to when they visit. read more

Nonna’s Osteria Restaurant - Meatball hero, pumpkin roll, cookie, carrot cake cupcake and one more pastry (begins with a Z, has custard in the middle) and chips. - Italian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

Trivia: What is the definition of Osteria? I didn't know so I looked it up. I think the definition matches the ambiance, but maybe not in price. It's sort of hard to tell as Alaska is generally pricey. Food: Menu is relatively small. Pizzas, salads, pasta. I knew I had to try the homemade pasta. And it was 100% worth it. It was flavorful without being overwhelming. It was textured without being plastic-like or soggy. It soaked up the sauce and meat in such a way that by the time the bowl was empty there wasn't leftover sauce or meat in the bowl. It came with a side salad and a piece of bread. All tasty and fresh. Ambiance: the large wood fired oven is pretty spectacular as one enters the restaurant. There are about ten tables in the restaurant and it's a rather small area. The tables are just a little too close for it to be and intimate place, but it is close to the feeling. Wine menu is simple with just a few options. The glass of cabernet I selected was very tasty. Full bodied and smooth. We stopped by the bakery after our meal and grabbed a few desserts to take home and try. Coffee and other beverages were available for take-out as well. read more

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Best italian place I have ever been to. Amazing espresso in the morning as well! The food is better than anything I had in Italy.

When we arrived there was a man singing opera. The server brought me the wrong sandwich, felt bad and brought me the right one very quickly. The eggplant parm was very flavorful! I also brought some great pastries home. Looking forward to trying the pizza. read more

An amazing experience! We were in the mood for good pizza. We tried out the new House of Fire. Such a bad experience...see their review. We walked in to a welcoming chef...he answered questions and delivered! They make their own sausage...sauce etc. truly remarkable! Our server was fabulous. Friendly, accurate, and welcoming. We shared our poor experience at the prior place and she delivered an outstanding one. Our servers son also backed up his mom. A young, fresh faced happy young person. SO refreshing!! Espressos were so good! Beautiful salads. And desserts? Oh my!!! All made in house and beautifully done. It is cozy and made for a lovely date night! We are FANS!!! read more

From Anchorage and starving - Went in for lunch, Sierra was amazing. Gave wonderful menu advice, including letting me know the chicken sandwich was amazing but cooked from scratch so if I needed to be in a rush to go for the Cure sandwich. Wine was a perfect match. They were short staffed and had a surprise inspection while I was there, staff was cool, calm and collected with multiple takeout orders and dinners in house. So happy to find a great place to eat in Wasilla when I'm in town, can't wait to come back for pizza in the evening!! read more

As native Bostonians, my wife and I have eaten at many Italian restaurants in Boston's North End neighborhood; It was an easy drive from downtown Anchorage, to Nonna's Osteria Restaurant, The pizza was excellent as was the service, and the authentic Italian decorations contribute to a welcoming ambiance. The waitress and the gentleman making the pizzas were very friendly. read more

My friend and I were tired and hungry after an afternoon of hiking and needed a little break from seafood and we couldn't have been more pleased with our choice of Nonna's. We had wonderful service and were welcomed and made to feel at home. I had Bolgnese Ragu and my friend had the Alfredo and they were well prepared and delicious! It was apparent that most of the diners were local, out with their family and friends on a Friday night. read more

Stopped in for lunch recently and we had a nice time and enjoyed the food. We all got sandwiches - chicken parm, meatball, and sausage. We all enjoyed them. I liked the chips that came with mine and my husband upgraded to the soup of the day - it was tasty. Service was a little slow, but we were there at an off time. The woman working at the pizza oven was super friendly and kind. It was a little pricey for lunch, but I feel like that's all of Alaska. read more

Nonna’s Osteria Restaurant - Chicken Parm Sandwich - Italian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

I initially came here to pick up the lasagna to-go bake at home pre-made dinners. The pre-made dinners are for two people, they are not family sized. It's ok, makes sense but the picture gave me the impression it's a family meal. Oh well, figured while I am here and it's lunch time..so be it. The place itself is cute. It gives such a warm welcoming feeling as soon as you step inside the restaurant, I love that! The set up is very open concept and the huge pizza oven is beautiful! You order your food at the counter and then sit it wherever you want in the dining area. You could also place your food to go and hang out and enjoy the sweet decor, as I did. I ordered the hot option sandwiches: sausage and bell peppers with a side salad, instead of the chips. They have a great selection of salad dressings and the pesto vinaigrette was calling my name. The wait for my food was about 20 minutes, it wasn't too bad considering there was quite a few people in there. The food is really really good! It's authentic, reminds me of the corner deli's that serve THE BEST subs in Chicago. If you know, you know. I devoured it, the sandwich is hearty and plentiful. The salad was good too, I ate that after I inhaled my sandwich. Definitely worth checking out and I will stop by for lunch once again. I wish the girls up front would be a little more chipper and welcoming but the food is amazing..if service matched the food..then my experience would've been flawless. It's ok, I will still come back. read more

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What a gem in Wasilla!! Amazing food, quaint and great staff. We will be coming back frequently!

Best service, fresh food, best desserts. Do yourself a favor and take 4-5 home with you! The carrot cake cupcakes are the best I ever had. This is in our top 5 restaurant in all of Alaska ! read more

Amazing food & Exceptional service - small menu but everything on it is done well. I got dessert to go! read more

Nonna’s Osteria Restaurant - If you have not gone to Nonna's Osteria in Wasilla yet - you need to - it does NOT suck! - Italian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

Best Italian food I've had in Alaska. Pasta was perfectly Al dente and the pizza was so flavorful. My kids said they had the best cupcake they've ever tasted. The food looked so good I forgot to take photos so we'll definitely be returning! read more

The best pizza I've had in Wasilla. I've been looking for a great Neapolitan pizza since I moved to town, and it's one of the best I've had to date! We came in tonight right before closing for a to go order, they were so sweet and hospitable even though we were close to closing! It was our first time and the pizza chef was so quick to chat with us and make us feel welcome, and the rest of the staff were quick, kind, and on top of our order! I will be back anytime I'm craving pizza because their's was PHENOMENAL!! read more

Finally good quality pizza in wasilla, everything is made from scratch. Pizza is outstanding, made in a 1000 degree wood fired oven, meatball sub is out of this world. If you are looking for quality, Nonna's is the place to go read more

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Awesome coffee, pastries, salads, sandwiches, and staff with great service. Cinnamon rolls on Saturdays sell out fast! read more

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The BEST food! Love the Italian ham&cheese sandwich, and the cinnamon rolls....SO good. Such a hidden gem in Wasilla. The coffee was also fantastic. Can't wait to come back again, and again!! read more

This is the best restaurant I've been to in ages. Nonna, herself, stopped at our table to chat for quite awhile, and not just us; she does what an Italian grandma does best and makes you feel at home. The food was delicious, fresh, and homemade. Although, the menu was small, I didn't feel my dinner was lacking. Can't want to come back and see you again! Sincerely, the George family! read more

Food quality is horrible, if it's not burnt it's also soggy and greasy, made me and my wife sick. Service is fake and two-faced until they walk away to talk crap about you and think you can't hear them. Employees here are either narcissistic windbags or completely miserable. Bad vibes here, do not recommend. read more

Nonna, what is going on? I love that they use organic and fresh ingredients, but I'm having a hard time justifying $17 for a tiny sandwich. I mean very tiny sandwich. I ordered it, realized it was pretty expensive, and assumed it would be large. It wasn't. I like the idea of this restaurant but the pricing is a little steep. read more

Nonna’s Osteria Restaurant - Very basic, tiny sandwich, $17.00 - Italian Near Me - Wasilla, Alaska

Fantastic Italian food! The best homemade pastas with perfectly matched sauces. A charming place with friendly and attentive servers. Even the house wine is delightful! A real gem! read more