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Nonni's Bistro

3.9 (1.2k reviews)
ModerateModern European
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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William's Breakfast Pot and oat milk lattes.
Kelsey L.

Cute little restaurant in downtown Pleasanton. We came around 9:30 on a Sunday morning and were seated right away on the patio out front. The oat milk latte had a weird sweet aftertaste (did not order any syrups). It didn't hit the spot caffeine wise either. To eat, I ordered the William's breakfast pot. It was HUGE. Two people could definitely share this. I loved the bits of bacon and the scrambled eggs on top were pretty good. The potatoes inside tasted a little sweet and earthy, which didn't sit well with me. Definitely a pricey breakfast too for subpar food and drinks.

Mussels and frites.
Bob K.

Rounding up from 3.5 stars When we previously visited Nonnis for brunch, I noticed they had mussels and frites on the menu, and I pledged to return for those. This visit, I ordered the mussels and frites, along with an einstok white ale, which went very well with my lunch. I would have preferred some kind of Belgian brew, but there was nothing available. The mussels were in a thin broth, and the frites came with a tasty aioli. There was so much broth left over that I asked for some bread, but all they had was sourdough toast which really didn't work well when soaked in broth. They should have some kind of crusty bread available with this dish. Still, everything was cooked well, and the broth had an excellent flavor. I sat on the side of the building, on a Saturday afternoon just after midday. It was fun to watch the Pleasanton passers-by.

Menu as of 12/25
Aida F.

Came with friends for dinner - what a surprise; fresh baked rolls started off the evening, along with an appetizer of carpaccio, a Cesar salad & a house salad. Then came some French onion soup, with a veggie sandwich, some fries to boot. 2 orders of the beef stroganoff & the wild mushroom ravioli. The ravioli were heavenly, the beef stroganoff was delicious via the consumers & the French onion soup smelled spectacular. Service was on point, from being seated, ordering the food to the wait staff who bring out the food, all executed timely. The ambiance is homey, small restaurant. Will return as those ravioli's will be calling me soon.

Charlene C.

Came here after doing a 5K. It was small cute restaurant. We ate outside. I got the Scandinavian. I was a Smoked Salmon Benedict. It was very delicious. The eggs were perfect. I would consider coming back again for breakfast.

Erdinger NA beer
Michele R.

This place seems to be one of the local favorites. It was hustling and bustling with a constant turnover, but the staff was so relaxed and nice that you barely noticed. The food was exceptional. It was large portioned and was so delicious without being heavy feeling. I liked that they had a NA beer option because that was just perfect with the lamb. The signs in the bathroom were cute and helped give a little chuckle.

Seasonal Fish Pot
Carine B.

A friend and I actually had plans to go somewhere else down the street but when we arrived, they were closed for an inspection. My friend spotted Nonni's and said "this spot looks cozy" so we went with her intuition and gave it a try. It was around 2 PM on a Friday and we were seated immediately. The place was small and cozy, but very welcoming and comfortable. It was clean and bright. The staff were very quick to attend to us and very friendly. Dining here was very reminiscent of how dining out used to be...no app, small but attentive wait staff, family owned/run type of vibe. We really enjoyed the food. It's the menu is all around American dining. We were served fresh baked rosemary dinner rolls with butter to start off - they were warm and chewy and delicious! We decided to split the cheeseburger with a side of French onion, soup, and the fish hot pot. We also ordered a side of fries. The food arrived quickly and was hot. The burger was really good. We ordered it medium well and I would say it came more on the well done side as there was no pink. It was served a very soft ciabatta and the mayonnaise/sauce was tasty but not overpowering. We went for a simple, traditional cheeseburger with cheddar and nothing fancy, no extras. The Fish hot pot was good, but I wasn't that excited that they used salmon as the fish of the day. I think it would've been better with a delicate whitefish, but overall it was a comfort dish on a cold, rainy day. The tomato broth was prepared and seasoned well. The French onion soup was good too and their fries were pretty addicting! All in all I would recommend this spot for some good comforting bites. And, I didn't find them to be too pricey for the serving size... We were pleased, and our bellies were full.

Tea
Darryl W.

I got a chance to visit Nonni's on Main Street in Pleasanton again last night before a show. What a pleasant Street we arrive without a reservation and we're quick seated on a Friday night Ban our server got out some grilled oysters first and then I had a salad as well as the lamb chops. Everything was delicious right down to my chamomile tea all four of us were very pleased with not only Our meal in the life basement but also the service and the environment is spectacular. I highly recommend !

Kentucky Bourbon
Sara A.

Came on a Sunday so we thought it would be a bit of a wait but we were sat right away. The service was fine not great not bad. They have a great bottomless mimosas and they are bigger glasses for bottomless than the regular mimosas. We tried the Benedict's and they were fine nothing special. Fruit was good and fresh so that was nice. I came for the bourbon French toast and was disappointed I expected tons of flavor but they were just ok the syrup helped a bit but I was looking for more flavor after reading the description. It is pretty busy and it can get noisy as the tables inside are a bit closer together. It's a smaller space inside. The price to me for the food and taste was just not worth it. I did love the mimosas and will be back for those!

Gunhild Carling artwork
Annabelle R.

Stopped by downtown Pleasanton during "Weekends on Main" street fest, the road closed to vehicles creating a lovely and inviting atmosphere filled with adorable shops and eateries. Among this is Nonni's Bistro which was by far the most captivating establishment on the block this past Sunday. Gunhild Carling was performing live music during dinner time, that could be heard from afar, unique renditions of songs like Hello Dolly! as well as her classic march through the crowd with band members playing their instruments to the tune of When the Saints Go Marching In. The seating here is a bit tight, but they made it work. The musicians actually walked out into the street (Main Street closed to traffic for the street fest), and still squeezed themselves through the tables inside. She even took song requests from guests. I say it time and time again, Gunhild Carling is a remarkable performer, and I never get tired of her shows. Plus I think she performs at Nonni's regularly, her beautiful artwork is even displayed on the wall. No surprise, it was a full house both inside and outdoors when I came by this past weekend for dinner. I sat at the bar (it's small with only four seats), and the restaurant had its storefront windows opened up so guests could enjoy the live entertainment from inside too. Service was great as well. Staff was friendly and accommodating, and there were ample employees running around helping customers. I didn't encounter any unreasonable wait times, even with how busy the place was. For food, I ordered the croque madam with french onion soup as the side. The soup was delish, with the sweetness of caramelized onions in the savory broth, combined with the nutty flavor from the melted layer of cheese on top, it was yummy. The sandwich was even better, large in size, filled with thick slices of ham and lots of melted cheese, a runny egg on top, and flavorful toast that somehow stayed crisp on the bottom through my entire meal, with the taste of crispy cheese at the edges. Wow, I think I found my new favorite dish!

penne pasta
Amanda P.

2.5 Stars The service and the interior of the restaurant were great! Our waiter was very nice, attentive, and helpful, answering all our questions about the menu. The food however, was very disappointing. With the price point and high quality energy of the restaurant we expected the food to be much better. First the bread and butter. While shaped like a beautiful rose, the butter was quite hard and difficult to spread. The rolls were warm and soft but not as flavorful as I would have expected. We got the baked oysters to start, and they were the worst thing about the meal by far. Once you finished the delicious toasted cheese on top, the oyster tasted like feet. They were wayy too fishy, and seemed quite old. For dinner I ordered the Penne Pasta, which came hot but lacked any real flavor outside of the basic tomato sauce. The parm did not melt at all into the pasta, and I could have done better by grating my own at home. My partner got the lamb. Which originally caused confusion, as we had two different prices for it on our menus. His stated it was $26 while mine had it at $49. With these vastly different prices we asked the waiter, who informed us that the more expensive price was the new "lamb chops" while his was the old "lamb patty." They were able to give him the original version which we appreciated. The lamb was a bit overcooked but otherwise he enjoyed his meal. The drinks were delicious, and they had a wide variety to choose from! With the cost of the meal, the food did not measure up. However, the waiter and the drinks were great!

Entrance
Brunella D.

The best European inspired restaurant in the area! Our favorites: French onion soup & goat cheese crepe. Their Mimosa pitcher is awesome! Great vibe and ambience. Staff is always prompt and courteous. Live music on Sundays. Nonnis is definitely a gem in the beautiful Pleasanton downtown!

Butter rose
KristieD H.

Nonni's Bistro was the parent choice for their anniversary dinner and what a solid choice it was. The service and hospitality is topnotch and the live music elevates the ambiance. We all had various items and I had a scrumptious pork chop. Everything on my plate was delicious.

Seasonal Fish Pot with garlic cheese toast
Cheryl M.

Visited for a weekday lunch and was quickly greeted with a friendly welcome. Small, simple menu and ordered: :: Seasonal Fish Pot - this was delicious with salmon, mussels, shrimp in a tomato-based broth similar to a cioppino which I love. The accompanying garlic-cheese toast was perfect! :: Filetto Sandwich - grilled beef sirloin with onion, mushrooms caramelized onions, greens, aioli on ciabatta - tender pieces of beef and yummy Service was friendly and efficient. Place is cozy and cute with outdoor parklet for dining. Will have to visit for dinner and the live music.

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What time for Sunday live music ? Shall I make reservation?

I think the music started at 6 pm. You should definitely make a reservation.

Do they offer bottomless mimosas on weekdays (specifically Friday)?

No we do not. They are only served on the weekend as bottomless, although they are available during the week but just as a single serving.

Does Nonni's take brunch reservations? Their online reservation system doesn't provide any options before 3:30 pm it seems, and no one answers their phone.

I think they do for parties of 6 or more. I made a Saturday res for 11am but there were 11 of us.

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What a fantastic meal, I wish I had come here so much sooner! Everything from the food and drinks…read moreto the ambiance and service created such a great dining experience, I can't wait to come back. Three of us came here for dinner and we opted to share a few starters and entrees. We ordered the Meatball Spatzle, Goat cheese Purse Salad, Double cooked Pork belly, and classic wiener schnitzel. And then we finished off with the Strudel for dessert. Everything was great and we'd definitely order any of it again. There were so many delicious sounding things on the menu though, that I think I'll have to try new stuff next time, just to try more of it! The portions were really good, especially the Spatzle, and all of that was plenty of food for the three of us. I wanted to be able to eat more, but sadly I was getting too full. We ordered a variety of cocktails and wine, our server was very generous in letting us try the different drinks before ordering. I ended getting a glass each of an Austrian and German wine, and loved both. Cocktails were also thoroughly enjoyed by those that had them.

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4.4
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21.7 mi
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3.6
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Fresh Pappardelle with Superior Farms lamb ragu
Fresh Pappardelle with Superior Farms lamb ragu
Frittata benedict - I've never seen this on a menu before, worth getting.
Frittata benedict - I've never seen this on a menu before, worth getting.
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Nonni's Bistro - modern_european - Updated July 2026

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