This Italian restaurant is always a hit for us! We ordered two dishes. One was Frutti Di Mare, Shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, with fettuccine in a light seafood tomato broth and the other was Eggplant Parmesan, Parmesan and bread crumb-encrusted eggplant over a bed of sautéed mushrooms and spinach topped... served with fettuccine Alfredo that is to die for! For dessert, we ordered a Hummingbird Cake. A gluten free flourless, rich dark chocolate cake. You find yourself wanting to take each bite of this cake and gobble it up. But you slow yourself down and enjoy each and every morsel and texture of this creation! It is phenomenal! As usual, Nonna's ... BRAVO!!! read more

Alex is the best, real server we have had for a while. He is interesting and genuine. He really made our date night out exellent, beyond expectations! We both had food allergies which were accomodated, no sweat. We had such an amazing experice - truly fine dining. Alex was excellent in every way! read more

My friend told me about this place for authentic Italian because their chef came from Italy. The place is small and limited seating but feels homie. They have pictures of Nonna, I think it's her. We have reservation for my 18 year anniversary, the waitress was nice and attentive. We have the appetizer tomatoes and burrata. It was different but taste good. Like a self service mini charcuterie. I wana try something different so I pick the beggar purse pasta from the authentic section. My man got the mushroom ravioli and the kids got the meat Lasanga and seafood fruitti de mare. Also came with side bread. My pasta was a little bland but it was different. I added some salt and it was better. The mushroom ravioli was super good tho. The sauce was on point, sweet, sour and flavorful. man was sweet to switch with me. The kids say their pasta was okie. Their flavor was bland. Overall service was good, I really like the ravioli and the other pasta was alright to me. Maybe will come back and try something else next time. read more

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I was pretty excited to try this place because I love good italian home cooking. The reviews were 50/50 so i wasn't sure what to expect. We went in around 830 (they close at 9), and asked if we could get a to go order. they said absolutely! They got out our order in like 10-15 min!! Such great service. If i was rating service alone, it would be 5/5. But honestly the food wasn't super great. The meatballs lacked flavor l, the bread tasted funny, and the salad dressing for the caesar salad was too thick. The croutons they put on the salad are huge so it's a weird bite and confusing to eat. There wasn't one thing that we really enjoyed. i'm sure there are good things on the menu, we just didn't find one! Overall, it was okay read more

Nonna's - Italian Near Me - Springfield, Missouri

I've been to Nonna's a handful of times and have always enjoyed it. Went for a birthday dinner and the service was pleasant. It was a little louder but it was a Saturday night which is to be expected. The food was fantastic as always. Everything came out together and everyone is our party enjoyed their food. read more

Nonna's - Seafood Pasta - Italian Near Me - Springfield, Missouri

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Nice little spot in Springfield. Ambiance was cozy inside but can be a bit crowded when busy. Since I was traveling I got the food to go. I got the mushroom stuffed ravioli. It had good flavors was a bit on the sweeter side. Daughter got the tortellini. We both added a chicken ($6). Never been to an Italian restaurant where you have to pay extra for the protein. But I guess being in downtown Springfield ... have to pay those high rents. The flavors were good, staff were great. I would definitely give it a shot again. read more

Nonna's has a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for a casual dinner. The service was friendly, and the staff seemed attentive, though a bit slow at times. The food was good but not outstanding. I had the seafood pasta, and while the portion was generous, it lacked the bold flavor I was hoping for. The shrimp did not seem seasoned at all and barely cooked. They were inedible. The toasted raviolis seemed frozen. The problem I had was the website made them seem authentic but nothing else checked out with that. The live music was good. The prices are reasonable, but I expected more considering the reviews I had seen before. The bread service was great, but I wouldn't go out of my way to visit again. Worth a try if you're in the area and craving Italian, but manage your expectations. read more

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The service was prompt, the bruschetta was perfect. The bread was crispy, the tomatoes were firm and the olive oil and garlic were a perfect blend. I had the Ragu Lasagna and my wife had the deep fried lasagna. Both were absolutely delicious. This might be a small quaint establishment but the food was grandiose. You have to spoil yourself and make this your holiday dinner stop. read more

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Visiting Springfield and stopped in for dinner at Nonna's. It was super easy to find and we got lucky with parking right outside! Such a cute spot! The beggar's purse pasta was divine! I could eat that for every meal it was so good. The Grayson Cabernet was also amazing. Such a great little Italian restaurant, would definitely recommend and visit again! read more

Best Italian food around, don't hesitate just go and enjoy! Staff was friendly and super helpful.

We've been twice already. Service was fantastic both times. The food is authentic and delicious. Get the cheesecake. It's worth the headache of parking. read more

Popped in here while traveling for work alone about 5 pm on a Tuesday. The space is very homey, service was great, food was spectacular. All around great experience at Nonna's, I will be back! read more

Nonna's - Bread basket - Italian Near Me - Springfield, Missouri

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Tri colored Tortellini. This place has never failed me. It is so good ! We come here to visit family. Me and my husband love this place. read more

Nonna's - California foodies this is sooo good! - Italian Near Me - Springfield, Missouri

Service was wonderful and the staff was great! Food was top notch. Would recommend.

I love going to Nonna's. The service was wonderful. I usually get the mushroom ravioli and was so looking forward to it but evidently they've changed the recipe. It used to come in a creamy white sauce that was so delicious. Not sure what the sauce is now but I was disappointed. Next time I'll try something else. read more

Delightful small local Italian establishment well worth a stop in. We came to springfield to see my mom... and take her out to dinner. She is the local so we trusted her to find the spot. We tried a place before this and there was no parking so she took us down to what I thought was a joke in the wall. I was wrong! It is a quaint best kept secret. Not too secret as it filled up quickly once we were there. It is a smallish venue, dimly lit, nicely laid out, and has the feel of a local secret spot. That kind of place that the locals don't tell people about because they want to be sure to be able to get in. My mom, both sons, and I were able to get seated right away. However shortly after we were seated the place filled up fast. One after another they came until the location was standing room only. Our waiter was very nice, timely, and helpful. He was always just around even as his table load grew. He never forgot about us or made us wait. Exceptional service! My youngest order the kids lasagna which came out drowning in sauce... but to my surprise (usually he would have looked at it and turn his nose at it) after one bite he tore through it like a lion at a lamb smorgasbord! He loved it. It was a pretty good sized slice... loaded with cheesy goodness and savory sauce. He finished it. My oldest wanted to try the toasted ravioli as an appetizer. He is usually not one for trying new things but he does love ravioli. When they came out I saw his trepidation but true to his word he tried them. Toasted to a crunchy but yet chewy perfection these ravioli were divine! The centers were a warm smooth mix of cheese that was a creamy delight! They were definitely worthy of my OHHHH MY GODDIE TO DARN HOTTIE!! Rating for sure. My oldest also had the cheese tortellini with the sauce on the side. Another home run... like pirañas in the amazon that just had a cow wade into the water... my boys eyes lit up and he began to feed. It was truly something to behold. A connoisseur of all things cheese and pasta he raved about his dish between mouthfuls. I went another direction and ordered the sea food risotto. It came out smelling like heaven... light fluffy rice delicately layered in savory lobster Parmesan sauce with an intermingling population of shrimp, scallops and clams. What a special medley! Every bite was transcending! A meal composed by a true culinary artist. Needless to say our out was a true food experience worthy of a 10 star rating! I highly recommend putting this venue on the top of your list of places to go... you will not regret it! read more

Nonna's - the menu - Italian Near Me - Springfield, Missouri

Good all around experience. Make a reservation as it is really busy. Food is tasty but I wouldn't say authentic. Fairly priced and good service. read more

This used to my favorite Italian place but, sad to say, it's going downhill. I door dashed this restaurant twice this month and both times it was five out of ten. Not actually horrible or anything but very disappointing. I hope they can get their quality control back online before it's too late. read more

Although I might be biased because I worked here during my college years - almost 20 years ago now - the quality of the food and restaurant have not changed (in a good way) even though the ownership has changed hands. I miss several of the menu items from the OG days, but I'm happy to report that the food is still excellent and scratched the nostalgia itch I've had for many years. read more

I called ahead and made a reservation for two for a late dinner on a Saturday. The restaurant is centrally located, right in the heart of downtown Springfield. We sat down and ordered a bread basket, but the slim amount of sliced baguette was a little disappointing. We proceeded to order half a liter of their house red wine to pair with our meal. It was delicious and the perfect amount to share between two people. We started by ordering the tomatoes and burrata to share. This dish came with a decently sized burrata, cherry tomatoes, and crostini, served on top of basil pesto and topped with a balsamic vinegar reduction, olive oil, and basil. My husband ordered the pappardelle alla bolognese for his main course and said it was delicious. I ordered gnocchi alla sorrentina, which was very good once mixed together, though the lemon flavor was intense and overpowering. Overall, it was a good experience. The portions for the burrata appetizer and the two pasta dishes were large, there was live classical guitar music in the background, and the place looked like a real Italian osteria. read more

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I was poisoned by your seafood pasta. We were one of the last people served that day - we arrived late at night. Apparently the seafood was spoiled. Terrible impressions. I am so offended that such a cafe is on the 3rd place in yelp on "pasta" request.... read more

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Absolutely enjoyed this gem, the staff was very helpful, friendly and very attentive. The live music was a bonus, gave it a beautiful loving and charming atmosphere. The food was delicious, definitely on my favorite list. I had the mushroom ravioli and the sauce was deliciously creamy, the ravioli was soft and cheesy, heaven. My daughter's loved their meal as well. We had fresh lemonade, calamari and complimentary bread to start with. It was a pleasant evening. Can't wait to try something new soon. read more

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Pasta was mediocre at best,the Bolognese sauce that I had on my pasta tasted like ordinary, tomato sauce or gravy as we call it in eastern United States. Their one tasty dish for me was their meatballs . I had to have a couple of waters of the meatballs. They were outstanding.! read more

We visited this restaurant Saturday night. The food was good, but unfortunately it was delivered to our table lukewarm. The waiter we had was less than desirable. For a nice restaurant downtown Springfield it was definitely a disappointment. read more

One of the few reasons to venture downtown, we've patronized Nonna's since they opened. We've had nothing but absolutely wonderful food and experiences - a rare record for Springfield restaurants. When I do sample other Italian fare, Nonna's is one of the local standards I compare it to. There are a few places you can feel confident in enough to invite guests to sample...Nonna's is one of these. I'm not going to go through a litany of specific dishes - everyone's favorites are different. I am going to say that there is no weak sister on the menu although I haven't had their sandwiches (I mean, why?). Special occasions, holidays, family dinners, or a nice dinner with someone special (sit by the window), Nonna's won't disappoint. Service, ambiance, awesome food - the entire package. Count on it... read more

My husband and I came here for date night after reviewing several different local Italian restaurants in Springfield. We ultimately chose this one because of the high reviews, their food looked amazing, and it looked like an intimate restaurant perfect for date night. And it was just that. I called in advance to make sure we didn't need a reservation that night, got sat immediately after we walked in, and were taken out drink orders. Our waiter was very quick, attentive, and made the ordering process super easy. We ordered two appetizers the calamari and bruschetta dish to start off with. Then later we ordered our entrees, The Big Nonna and Nonna's Ciopinno. Everything was excellent. I haven't had great Italian food in a long time so it was a breath of fresh air dining at Nonna's. And we will definitely be back for more! read more

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Very quaint and quiet eatery. Loved the calmness of the place, there was a man playing a guitar in the front. I had the Fried Lasagna...it was amazing. Would recommend this Cafe to anyone. read more

I used to come here once a week for weekday lunch. I excused the brusqueness of the waiter (the only one waiting tables), the unbussed tables, the overcooked pasta, the practically rancid olive oil (Look at it. Does that even look like olive oil?) because there are so few options downtown. Today, however, was the last straw. I arrived at 1:25pm. The restaurant serves until 2. I walked in, looked around - - the scene: unbussed tables all around, several tables with guests still eating...I took a seat. Five minutes, ten minutes, almost fifteen minutes in, the waiter finally comes over to me (take off your hat, man, you're serving food for GOD's sake!) and asks,"May I help you?" I respond, "I'd like to order some food" (meanwhile, he's acting like he's never seen me before). He then blurts out, "the sign says, please wait to be seated." I'm offended he even mentions this, I respond, "I sat down because then I would have been standing for 15 minutes," "No, not that long," he responds. I counter, "I've been sitting here for 15 minutes, and I'm not here to argue with you,". He begrudgingly takes my order but at this point I'm disgusted and walk out. Who's cooking in the back? Are you the owner? You should be present to some of what goes on Front of House (FOH). I appreciate the labor market poses a particular challenge to all of us right now, and its difficult to get help, but are you even trying? Surely there has to be someone better for your business than the sorry excuse for hospitality you have in the front right now on weekdays. Oh right, yeah, you're in the hospitality business. You're welcome! read more

Call ahead and make reservations. Make your way to the 2nd level where the sounds and aromas of the bustling kitchen grab hold of your senses! From the fresh bread, olive oil, garlic and Parmesan cheese, your adventure begins. Each entree held our attention to the very end. Until we dove into the tiramisu, I thought we were in Florence. We will back ! read more

Nonna's - Deep - Fried Lasagna, Rigatoni al Arrabbiata, Chicken Parmesan Dinner. - Italian Near Me - Springfield, Missouri

Relaxing atmosphere, good service, excellent food, reasonable prices. Stayed downtown Springfield for a family wedding. Nonna's was a short walk from our hotel and a pleasant surprise for a nicely prepared relaxing dinner. read more

Just got back from Italy and was craving some good Italian. Thought I would give this place a try. I have to say... Nonna's scratched the itch!! Very authentic, delicious food. Service was good too!! This is a must go to again!!! read more

Convenient to Hotel Vandivort. Solid place, arrabiata pasta a little bland for the name.

I am really picky when it comes to Italian food because I make homemade Italian food myself ...I even go so far as to rolling my own pasta for my raviolis! So I'm a tough critic! I do enjoy coming to Nonna's. I enjoy the portions. I enjoy the menu. I enjoy the atmosphere. I enjoy the flavors. most of all enjoy the service I will definitely be back and I definitely recommend this restaurant read more

Great food, great service, great atmosphere. This was our first time there and did not know what to expect. We were there to celebrate a very special occasion and we were not disappointed. We will be there again the next time we are in town. read more

We were driving through. Olive Garden or a family owned Italian restaurant? That choice was easy for us. Excellent atmosphere! Seems authentic. The original owner, Nonna, which is Grandma in Italian, used to live upstairs where she made the pasta! Great Italian gravy, meatballs and salad. We would definitely make this a "regular" Haunt if we lived nearby. Ciao' read more

Great service once you walk in. Starters: calamari and bruschetta - both amazing! Dinner: spaghetti with red sauce, seafood risotto, eggplant parmesan. Amazing food and a great place for a family dinner or date. We stayed a tad longer after dinner and they offered us a shot of homemade limoncello! Highly suggest!!! read more

Dinner in Springfield MO before the 2018 edition of the Bass Pro marathon came here to Nonna's Italian Cafe. It was nice to find a good Italian restaurant that oozed authenticity in its walls and on its menu. Thanks Yelp for always helping me find delicious avenues for any meal options I may have while commuting at home or on the road in southwest Missouri. My friend and I searched Olive Garden on Yelp, but ended up pulling up Nonna's Italian Cafe as one of the top picks in the area. We decided on coming to Nonna's Italian Cafe and arrived here around 7:00pm on a brisk and cool Saturday evening. The restaurant itself was pretty busy, but we got a table right away and the service was good and friendly, while being courteous along the way too. We got a table in the back area at the restaurant, so you could hear the kitchen humming along. Not the best places to be, but it works and it wasn't as nosy as I thought it would be. The ambience was nice and casual, while preserving the whole intimate setting feel to the whole entire thing. This place is great for couples and groups. I just have meant to like Italian fare, since I was here to feast before running the marathon the next morning. Gotta do what you gotta do, as they say to prepare for it. The meal itself was nice and I recommend coming here. The overall experience here at Nonna's Italian Cafe Italian restaurant was as delicious and savory as you can get. It was good and positive, while being authentic and fun. I guess you can say that Italian cuisine is usually the best way to go for marathon prep and I have done that over 100 times already. This evening here at Nonna's Italian Cafe was no different. I loved the ambiance though and we were there about an hour from start to finish. Nonna's Italian Cafe Italian restaurant is located at 444 Main Street in beautiful downtown Springfield, MO. They accept major credit cards and cash too. While they are located in downtown district of Springfield, it was tough trying to secure street parking. We eventually found a paid parking lot nearby, which was good and spent about $5 for parking. We were told that it was valet parking for another business, but we parked there anyway and it was fine. For the most part though, do get here early if you want a good parking spot on the street. You might have to spend time circling the streets of downtown Springfield before being annoyed at how little parking options there is. On the menu that night, I ended up ordering the eggplant parmesian and had a Guinness beer for a refreshing drink. They offered complimentary bread, which was awesome. My friend and I had that while waiting for our entrees to arrive. We probably waited about 15 minutes in the interim. Once it arrived, it was good. The eggplant Parmesan was a delightful and delicious meal option to anyone and everyone to try. While eggplant isn't usually for anyone, I can usually find it on most Italian restaurant's menu. It was a good meal and recommend it to anyone who wants something other than lasagna. While noodles are an important part of Italian cuisine, best bet is the combination of sauce and noodles to gain entry to an excellent experience worthy of authentic Italian cuisine. I think Nonna's Italian Cafe here in Springfield, Missouri did just that and did it well. If you are ever in the area and craving Italian authenticity, come on over to Nonna's Italian Cafe in the downtown district and you'll be treated to some of the very best in authentic Italy. I had a nice time here and hope you will too. 4.0 stars for the overall experience. 4.0 stars for the prices. They're usually around $12-$15 per entree and their alcohol drink menu is limited. 4.0 stars for the meal and service. Support local! B read more

Delicious food, great atmosphere, happy servers! Nonna's is a staple in Springfield and worth visiting!

We have eaten here twice. Food is absolutely wonderful. Atmosphere is nice downtown location. Highly recommend. read more

Excellent, food was fabulous. Mushroom Ravioli and lasagna bolognese. Service was spot on. Be sure to order lemon with the water or request it later. Cheesecake did indeed taste like crème brûlée. read more