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    Nonna's Trattoria

    3.9 (417 reviews)
    ModerateItalian
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Spaghetti Meatballs Chef Specialty pasta Nonnas House Salad Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo Chef Specialty
    Paige L.

    Visiting the St. Augustine island is a must and the variety of food options is overwhelming. Every meal was great but some locals recommended Nonna"s as the best Italian food on the island. They were right, but I'd say it was some of the best Italian food I've had in all my travels. The menu changes slightly as they rotate chef specialty dishes. You start with a basket of fresh homemade bread but I urge you to only eat one serving because your meal portions are humongous. We ate half our portions and took the rest home for her next day. I recommend sharing an entree if you can't take home your leftovers and then you might have room for a dessert! Our group had spaghetti and meatballs, some of the largest ones I've ever seen and filled will flavor. We had a chicken fettuccine with pink sauce, honestly did not know that's basically alfredo and red sauce mixed equally, which I loved. The chicken on this dish was well seasoned and perfectly cooked. Our third dish was pasta bolognese and this is a personal favorite. The sauce was perfection and I loved the capers as an added bonus. I wish I had you to try a dessert but I'm confident it would have also been delicious. Everything tasted like a genuine Italian family recipe. This adorable place is a bit tiny so try to go at opening to avoid a line, but either way it's worth the wait.

    Half of Spaghetti Meatballs Chef Specialty split w/wife
    Eddie H.

    Celebrated my daughter's 30th birthday. They had a large staff and always on top of anything we asked for. The food was very good! The meal portions are very big here. The only disappointment was the calamari. It was not good. All the pastas had great flavor. I can see the cook from where I was sitting in the kitchen. The place was clean and has a lot of character. I've eaten here several times it's a go to place for us.

    Chicken piccata
    Ted D.

    Let's start with our server Paul. Engaging and welcoming. I thought he was they owner he was so friendly. The food was very good. The shrimp pasta was a very big portion. The chicken piccata was with just the right amount of lemon. Despite being cold outside we sat under the heat lamps and couldn't have been more cozy. Would say a solid dinner if you want Italian food.

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    John C.

    I really wanted to like this place. We are local and just happened to walk by one beautiful night. The place is quaint and atmosphere is amazing on the oldest street in the U.S. and they had Italian music playing, so we came back a few nights later. Rolls were great, chicken parm was okay, interestingly not breaded. Chicken piccata was bland and shrimp scampi was nothing special. I understand everyone has different tastes but our party of 3 felt the same way. The waiter was a young kid who mumbled and was difficult to understand. He came to the table once and didn't return to ask if we wanted more drinks, etc. Prices are very inflated because it's a tourist town and it appears the add the 20% tip after tax which is not the industry standard. Tips should be based on pre tax subtotal. We tried it but wouldn't return.

    Jennifer L.

    We finally visited Nonna's Trattoria on a spur of the moment date night in St. Augustine. Things were pretty quiet after the storm, so we were excited to get some authentic Italian. The weather was gorgeous, so we enjoyed our meal outside on the sidewalk. The inside of the restaurant is pretty small, so it was nice to have room to spread out a little. Service was perfection. Our server was friendly and polite, and everything came out wonderfully. We started with warm garlic rolls, that were soft and soaked in butter, garlic, and herbs. Delicious. We also each enjoyed a glass of pinot, which was perfect on a fall night. I did find the menu a little limited, but ordered the chicken marsala with a side of penne Alfredo, while my husband got the chicken parm with penne and red sauce. Both plates of chicken were tender and well cooked and seasoned. And the pastas were great as well. I would have liked some different kinds of pasta on the menu, but it was a solid meal and a lovely night!

    Sauv Blanc and Primativo Red
    Samm F.

    This place lives up to its name! The food and ambience were 10 out of 10. We had Nino as our server and he was very personable and knowledgeable about the menu. It is hard to find great service like that nowadays. We live about 45 minutes from this place, but would come to St Augustine just to eat here again. I would certainly recommend this place to anyone! Must try!

    Levi L.

    What an AMAZING restaurant. The staff and food, just a wonderful. Our server's name was Nino, and he was kind enough to share the history of his family restaurant. It was started by his late grandfather 15 years ago, and although it is sad that he is no longer with us, his legacy lives on through his original recipes still used today, to be enjoyed by every patron. For starter's, I'm not the biggest fan of Italian food. My wife is though, and well, you know how that goes. We had the spaghetti and meatballs and penne a la bolognese and they were both delicious. Even the bread was terrific. They kept bringing more because we couldn't get enough. And then we finished our meal off with their tiramisu, was one of the BEST tiramisu I have ever had. Can't say enough good things about this place. Thank you so much Nino for a memorable anniversary dinner, and thank you to your Dad for being so warm and welcoming when we walked in. See you again soon!

    Pasta Bolognese and a giant delicious meatball?
    Laura V.

    Fantastic Italian Food! i am a Sicilian from Chicago. My Nonna made the best Siciliano food. This comes pretty close. mmmmmm

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    The service was great and the food was even better. Stop here for great Italian cuisine!

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    Had a wonderful dinner! Chicken Parmesan! I forgot about taking a picture. Sorry about that. It was phenomenal!

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    This place is amazing. The food is great and on a perfect little quite street in St. Augustine.

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    My partner and I went here Just Because (and to use a Resy credit from AMEX), and it ended up being…read moreone of my favorite recent dining experiences. Arrival: There are parking lots nearby--expect to pay around $15-25. As we walked up, there was live jazz music playing in the courtyard, which set a really great vibe right away. Service: Our waiter was attentive and timely without being overbearing. Food: Everything was amazing. We started with the bread service--the truffle butter was definitely the highlight (we didn't care too much for the ricotta spread). FYI: the little cubes that look like white cheddar are *not* cheese...I learned that the hard way by biting into a square of butter. For dinner, I had the cacio e pepe and he ordered the 100 lasagna. Portions were a bit smaller than expected, but honestly fine after filling up on bread. For dessert, we shared an affogato--the espresso wasn't burnt (which is surprisingly rare), so that was a big win. Overall: After the Resy credit, parking ended up costing more than the meal, which is kind of wild. Only downside was that there are just two restrooms, and there was a line when we went. Great time overall--will definitely be back.

    We finally got to check out Saint which is a from scratch Italian spot that really focuses on house…read moremade ingredients, and it definitely left an impression. We started with the bread appetizer, which came with several types of fresh bread and an incredible lineup of spreads like whipped ricotta, truffle butter, regular butter, and honey. Every bread had its own distinct flavor and texture. Next up was the sausage appetizer featuring both a sweet sausage and a spicy sausage, all made in house. They were cooked perfectly and served in a flavorful sauce with peppers that tied everything together. The balance between the sweet and spicy was so good. For my entree, I ordered the lasagna, and it was pure comfort. It reminded me so much of the classic lasagna I grew up eating, layered with rich Bolognese and a creamy bechamel sauce that made it feel both nostalgic and elevated. My boyfriend went with the steak (I believe it's a New York strip) and swapped a few of the sides to his liking. The steak was absolutely cooked to perfection, a beautiful medium rare. I may or may not have stolen about four bites... and yes, it was worth it..... We were way too full for dessert, but we did enjoy a bottle of wine with dinner which made the whole experience feel like the perfect date night. The service was fantastic, the food was memorable, and it's definitely a place we'll be coming back to for many more dates!

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    4.1(71 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    Ate here this month. Superb experience. Service was top notch from the moment we arrived. The food…read morewas great. Chicken Parmesan was thick tasty and massive. The shrimp scampi was delicious. Super place. Highly recommended

    This was our first visit, and while the ambiance and service were both pleasant, the food…read moreunfortunately did not live up to expectations, and we probably won't return based on this experience. The atmosphere felt inviting and our server was attentive, but the dishes themselves were underwhelming for the price point. The Arancini, crab cakes, and bolognese all lacked depth of flavor and seasoning, and none offered the layered, memorable taste you would expect from a restaurant in this price range. Presentation could also be improved to better match the upscale positioning. Based on the overall lack of flavor in the meal, we decided to skip the $12 dessert. The check was difficult to justify considering the disappointing food quality. Here is what we ordered: 2 glasses of prosecco - $12 ea Still bottled water - $9 Arancini - $16 Beet Salad - $18 Crab cakes with Orzo, kale and squash - $48 Bolognese with pancetta and prosciutto - $38 Total with tip: $200! The ambiance and service show potential, and we truly hope the food quality improves so this restaurant can reach the same level as the many wonderful dining options nearby: The Purple Olive, Llama, Blackfly, Bea's, and The Black Molly Grill.

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    Terra & Acqua

    3.5(341 reviews)
    3.8 mi
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    Absolutely phenomenal experience from start to finish. The food and service were nothing short of…read moreoutstanding--easily some of the best Italian food I've ever had. The mozzarella was incredibly fresh and flavorful, and the Capelli was perfection--balanced, rich, and clearly made with care and skill. We were visiting for Christmas, and the holiday specials took things to another level. The seafood lasagna was decadent without being heavy, and the seven fish stew was deep, comforting, and packed with flavor--exactly what you hope for during the holidays. Service was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, which made the entire experience even better. This place doesn't just serve great food--it delivers a memorable experience. Highly recommend. If you're even considering it, go.

    Ambiance: There is both indoor and outdoor seating available, making this a good option for larger…read moregroups or families with kids. The interior wasn't my favorite; the aesthetic didn't really read as Italian to me and leaned more modern. The tables and seating felt a bit on the cheaper side. We went on a Friday around 7:30 pm, and it was surprisingly quiet inside. Drinks: I ordered a sangria, which wasn't my favorite. It tasted on the weaker side. Food: I ordered the gnocchi. It was a bit rubbery and not as soft or potato-forward as I prefer. It reminded me more of store-bought gnocchi than homemade. That said, the portion size felt fair for the price. Location: The restaurant is located on the St. Augustine Beach barrier island, which is convenient if you're staying nearby and don't want to head into historic downtown for dinner. It was in a slightly odd spot within a business complex, with condos located above. Service: Good. Overall: It's fine for convenience, but not a place I'd suggest to someone visiting St. Augustine and looking for standout dinner spots.

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