For some hearty authentic Italian food, Nono's is always our go to. The staff is so friendly and nice. They remember their repeat customers, which are a lot of them. The food is just so delicious, I have loved everything I've ever tried here. I always start with a side Caesar salad. I love their homemade Caesar dressing. Their homemade croutons are addictive. I sometimes ask for extra just because I love crunching into them. Tonight I got the gnocchi alla vodka and added meatballs. Those meatballs are so big, they are a meal in themselves. The vodka sauce is definitely one of my favorites around. So creamy and has a lot of flavor. The gnocchi were tender and I couldn't stop popping them in my mouth. We enjoyed a glass of wine with dinner, which helps complete the Italian atmosphere. Surrounded by good friends, delicious wine and great tasting food, what more could you want?! read more

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Nonno's is definitely one of my favorites in town. Their complimentary bread with pesto alone is worth the trip out to Altamonte Springs. They now started selling it by the jar to take home! We started with calamari and mozzarella sticks, for the main, my husband always orders the tortellini di leo and I had the carbonara. All of the dishes were so flavorful and portions are large. One thing to note is that they don't take reservations, so expect a wait if you go around their peak dinner time (around 6pm). Worth the wait though! read more

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I came here with some coworkers after work. I hadn't really ever heard of Nonno's, but someone else did, and I love local recs, so off we went. Ambiance was really nice. Very old-world-Italian-esque. We got seated in a nice corner and got started. I started off with an order of Bruschetta (Toasted bread topped with marinated tomatoes, garlic, basil & a sprinkle of shredded Parmesan) for the table. These were the best I've ever had. Nice, thicc chunks of toast that were actual toast and not just crackers. Also, the pieces of tomato were multicolored and very well coated with that garlic, basil, and Parm. Seriously, the best I've had. Very good stuff. For my main, I had the Veal and Shrimp Parmesan (A classic surf and turf: Breaded shrimp & veal, lightly fried, topped with marinara and baked with melted mozzarella). Wow. This thing was a spectacle. The veal and shrimps were very well pounded thin and very nicely coated with a seasoned breadcrumb mixture. Fried crispy, tasty marinara, tasty melted mozz. Just another great dish. Overall, if you specialize in national chain Italian places, definitely step outside of your comfort zone and come to mom 'n' pop places like this. The quality different is astounding. I loved it here. I'd come back. read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

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Absolutely loved this place! I wanted Italian food and my husband knows I love trying new places. He found this one right near our house. We had no idea. It is hidden away in a plaza in Altamonte Springs and it was so worth it. The food was hot, fresh, flavorful, and delicious!!!! Large servings as well so we had leftovers to enjoy the next day. The service was great! Very attentive. We even saw the owner making his rounds and greeting people. The inside was small but it was clean and just what you'd want from a small Italian place. We will absolutely be returning. read more

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Arrived here around 5pm and were seated right away. Kim came to greet us and she was very kind to us. The kids were upset and hangry and she was very patient with us. We ordered the gnocchi, fries, the stuffed chicken special and the salmon piccata. The pastas are not freshly made in house due to space and time, but I was pleasantly surprised. The pasta fagiole soup was flavorful and delicious. They brought bread out with pesto and that was pretty good too! For dessert we had a cannoli and the tiramisu. They were both excellent! This was a last minute decision to eat here and I was very skeptical! My husband had been here before with a client and had rave reviews. I was very happy with my meal and the sauces are from scratch she said. I need to talk about the seasoning for the fries. I have no clue what it is, but I need a whole bottle of it! It's salt, pepper and garlic and it's amazing on those steak fries! Kim was very patient and kind to us. She really is the reason for the five stars and I will be back! The restaurant was clean and so were the restrooms. I had not seen reviews before I came, but I see why now. read more

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Exceptional service. Couldn't speak higher of the staff. It was a small, well functioning, local Italian spot. There was perpetually a line out the door to get a table, that did not dissuade people, they came in droves. We had the eggplant, caper appetizer (almost my favorite thing on our table), side of meatballs, a Caesar, a house salad, olio e aglio, and chicken parmesan. It was delicious! We will come back and while we wait, go back to the small international market in the same strip. read more

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This is the hole in the wall Italian spot you're looking for! This spot is very unassuming from the outside but the food is amazing and staff are always so kind. I came for lunch with a friend and wanted something a bit lighter so I opted for the Nonno's Combo. It was good, but I do think they shine more with their pasta options. I ended with a slice of their limoncello cake based on our server's recommendation and she was spot on. Also any time you visit be sure to get the bread and pesto- that alone will have you coming back! read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Nonno's combo - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

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Excellent service, quality Italian Food. Wish I lived closer as I would be a regular customer. Best Italian I've had in the Orlando area.

Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Our server, Hannah, was attentive and made some great suggestions. The food! Everything felt like it was made with Amore! Do Not Miss Trying the Pesto! We ate too quickly to photograph, but all dishes were a good size portion and just Delicious. Not one disappointing dish. The time we visited was great. Not too crowded or busy, but still doing brisk business at 230pm. Seven booths, with seating for four, are available. Plenty of space to move about and not feel too crowded. Also, two gender neutral restrooms are available. Everything was clean and tidy. We read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Main dining area - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

This place deserves more than 5 stars! I had the best meal here the other night and can't wait to share with family and friends to come visit for themselves. After we were turned away from another restaurant for not having a reservation, my friend and I had to think fast about where to eat at now. Up the road Google showed an Italian restaurant and we were like "why not, let's give it a try." The hostesses were very welcoming and took my number for our 30 minute wait. The place was busy which to us was a good sign. The restaurant sits in an underwhelming plaza but that is not the case for the inside. The inside really feels like you are in Sicily. There is many tables and booths with a decent size bar. We waited just short of 30 minutes and were seated. Our server was so kind and also welcoming. The glass of Pinot Noir I ordered was perfection. Bread was brought to the table with this basil pesto sauce. This sauce was AMAZING. I wish I had a whole jar of this to have at home. The calamari was the best I've ever had. It was very tender with a thin amount of breading that was crispy. The red sauce was flavorful for dipping. The house salad with the house vinaigrette was divine and fresh. I ordered the bolognese with spaghetti pasta. The pasta was fresh tasting and so much meat sauce. The dish was to die for. I had leftovers and made 3 meals out of this meal. A sweet lady working there even brought me aluminum foil to wrap my bread to take home with a side of the pesto sauce which I savored. I cannot wait to come back and bring my Italian food loving friends! read more

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Food was just ok. I was there a few years ago & it was very good. The service was ok. read more

ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!! My husband and I absolutely LOVE this hidden gem. As an Italian, I really value quality Italian food done well. This place surpasses expectations. The food is stellar- my new favorite Italian spot in Orlando. So much better than the overpriced trendy spots with small portions and mid grade food; you will have lots of delicious leftovers here! Not to mention, their bread with homemade pesto is to die for As far as ambience goes, I highly value the comfortable, family feel. The owner and chef, Steffano, came out to shake our hands and introduce himself to us. You could tell he loves his job and takes great pride in the excellence of his food and the overall experience. Our servers are always great. You'll feel right at home here, like someone's Nonna invited you over for an incredible dinner! You've got to try this place! read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

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My husband and I love Nonno's! We've been twice now and each time was a wonderful experience. The staff are always incredibly friendly and give great recommendations. They serve you quickly and very attentively. The restaurant has booths and tables for seating and is decorated very warmly inside. The food is incredible, I love their Alfredo especially, but we also always enjoy the soups that the chef makes (when picking between soup or salad always go soup it's so good), and their free bread and pesto that starts your meal is amazing. We're already planning our next date night there! read more

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Oh my gosh! So amazing. We waited about 15 mins for a five top when they were busy. Not fancy, vibe is "Nonno is cooking tonight so come on by!" Even when it was busy, the service was great. That pesto dip? So flamin' good. Primavera was spot on - al dente veggies and flavorful garlic and oil. Tortellini Di Leo was crazy good. Vodka sauce was chef's kiss. And the deserts? Every single one was perfect! For a family who enjoys non-Americanized Italian, this was an amazing find. Thanks, Nonno!! read more

We went to Nonno's craving pasta and we did not leave disappointed! I had the tortellini alla Panna and it was perfectly creamy and flavorful. The prosciutto ties the dish together. When we were seated we were able to notice the atmosphere was welcoming. At the bar, the waiters chatted with regulars and the vibes were very friendly. Definitely will be returning! read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Tortellini alla Panna - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

My wife and I prefer celebrating Valentine's Day early so as to not have to deal with the faint influx of diners the day of. We arrived at Nonno's on a packed Thursday night around 7:30, and were fortunate enough to be seated immediately at the bar top. We enjoyed the Caesar and antipasto salads, as well as the calamari appetizer. Entrees consisted of the Lasagna and tiramisu for dessert. We loved it and will definitely be back! Food: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 Service: 9/10 read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Antipasto Salad - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

My in laws have raved about Nonno's for years and I was finally able to give it a try! We arrived around 5:45pm on a Wednesday night and had no wait for a party of 3. Though while we were eating, a wait was beginning to form for a table. There's not a ton of seating and it's a popular place! Everyone is served bread and their signature pesto to dip, which was delicious. All meals are served with either a house salad, Caesar salad, or soup of the day. I enjoyed the Caesar salad very much. For an entree, I had a special dish that was being served. I can't recall the exact name, but it was perhaps mahi piccata. I was able to sub the asparagus for zucchini. So delicious! Everyone enjoyed their meals and is already looking forward to dining again! read more

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A+++++ everything was fantastic. Bread, meatballs bolognese...,great service too.. we drove 45 minutes each way to get here, and it was worth the trip. read more

A welcoming authentic mom & pop Italian restaurant. Nonno is a gracious host, greeting every guest with polite conversation. The entrée was huge! Fresh baked bread delicious with a pesto spread. I had the carbonara which was rich, salty, pepper & creamy and enough to feed three people! The chicken Marsala looked rich and was a big family size serving platter. read more

Where do I begin!! I'm an avid Italian food lover and here is the place to go. I've been here only a handful of times as this places is quite far from me but whenever i'm on that side of town I make sure to stop by and grab a bite. This place is the most authentic tasting, feeling, Italian place ever! My friend (who's Italian) throughly enjoys this places as well. Portions are greatly sized (always taking soothing home in a to-go box) and the owner makes you feel like you're right at home. Amazing service and place to grab authentic Italian food. read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

We came in for lunch and had a great experience! The restaurant was clean. Service was excellent and the food was fantastic. To start, we had fresh bread which came with a zesty creamy dipping sauce. For an appetizer, we got the calamari and the bruschetta. The calamari was tender, crisp, and flavorful. The bruschetta was herby and refreshing. I had a side Caesar with my entree and it was fresh and well dressed. For my entree, I got the gnocchi in pink sauce with shrimp. The gnocchi were pillow soft and perfectly cooked. The sauce was rich and flavorful. The shrimp were big and perfectly cooked. The portions were a good size for the price. Everything was excellent! read more

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We love Nonno's. I brought a friend this time who has never eaten here. Of course, she'll be a regular now. Our server was outstanding too. read more

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I enjoyed the cozy, classic Italian mom and pop restaurant vibe that reminded me of places I'd gone with my family in New York. The food was delicious in every course (bread, soup, chicken piccata, and tiramisu) and service was attentive without being pushy. If it was closer to where I live, I'd definitely go more often but appreciate having it on my list of places I stop when I'm in the area. read more

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Came in on a Saturday at 2:30pm. It was pretty busy even for mid-afternoon, but welcomed and seated right away. Tables and restaurant were very clean. Bread and salads were fresh. Lasagna and Eggplant Rollatini were great. Big portions, tasty, and tons of cheese. Service was on point and staff were pleasant. Shannon was a rock star. Never missed a beat. read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

I'd been seeing a lot of rave reviews about Nonno's from fellow Yelpers, so my husband and I finally gave them a try. Spoiler alert: we weren't disappointed! Nonno's (which translates into "grandpa" in Italian) is located in a strip mall in Altamonte Springs that off of Semoran Blvd./State Road 436. They don't take reservations so be prepared to wait as they are extremely popular. My husband and I went on a Friday night around 5:30pm and our wait time was 50 minutes. Once we got inside, service was quick but friendly and not rushed. The decor is that of a typical Italian restaurant and they have both table and booth seating. Our food arrived quickly, yet tasted as though it had been slow cooking all day. We opted to start with fried mozzarella sticks as an appetizer and also received complimentary homemade warm bread served with a pesto sauce that I could've drank it was so good! Our side salads before the meal were fresh and my husband said that the homemade Cesar salad dressing was the best he'd ever tasted. For entrees, he chose the lasagna while I chose the chicken pizzaiola. Both were hearty and delicious! Nonno himself was walking around the restaurant- greeting customers - ensuring that everything was at everyone's satisfaction. We will most definitely return! read more

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Great food. Love the bread. Big portions. The best Italian I've found in FL. The staff is top notch and attentive.

Nonno's came highly recommended to us by our friends who wanted to meet us there for dinner. It's in the back of an old plaza, next to a post office (and not far from the fabulous big Adjectives store in Altamonte). They wanted to meet at 5:00 PM, which is a bit early for us, but they said it gets really crowded. Sure enough -- when we arrived (a little late), every table, booth, and seat at the bar was taken. A wave of people come in when they open, although I imagine you could arrive between 6:00 - 6:30 PM and be the second wave as the first wave finishes and leaves. (There's also a 90-minute table limit, as stated on the menu!) The menu options are incredible. There were so many entrees I wanted to try that I had a hard time narrowing it down to just one. And the prices were reasonable compared to other restaurants for dinner. I landed on the Tortellini di Leo - tortellini baked in a dish with a pink meat sauce, prosciutto, and mozzarella until it is steaming hot and ready to burn your mouth, straight from the oven. It was delicious, as expected -- so flavorful and creamy. My partner ordered the Carbonara. I sampled it and it, too, was delicious and creamy. Our friends ordered the Chicken Parmesan and Snapper special. The Chicken Parm was HUGE and smothered in sauce and cheese. The snapper was also huge. I tried a taste of it, too, and it was thick and delicious. Entrees come with soup or salad. The soup of the day was minestrone, which I've never loved. It takes me back to grade school. So I ordered the Caesar salad. The dressing was delicious and there was a lot of shredded Parmesan cheese and crunchy croutons. Complimentary fresh, warm, Italian bread is also brought to the table. So good! This is a true, family-owned Italian restaurant, and it shows in the quality and hospitality. We were even there on the last day before they shut down for a couple of weeks to give their employees their annual vacation break. That's amazing for the employees. I wish they were a bit closer to me in Hamlin, but I'm looking forward to returning to their Altamonte location. read more

Starting with the Italian wedding soup, it was the best I've ever tasted. The chicken picatta was excellent. The pesto butter and the bread was fantastic. Our server was more of a cheerleader, great guy, sorry I forgot his name. We will be back. read more

Where do I start. This place is not just good, it's insanely phenomenal! I had the Chicken Parm and it is the best I've ever had and I've had it at a lot of higher end restaurants. My wife had Chicken Marsala and she felt the same way about her entree. We went their right when they opened for much and by the time we finished every seat was taken, places packed! Service was outstanding as well. Last thing, portions are massive!!!!! I will be back and back again and again!!!! Lastly, the owner is from Sicily and stopped by every table to talk to the patrons, a very nice touch! read more

Still love this place. Go early or you will be waiting. Tonight one of the specials was a stuffed chicken with broccoli . It was amazing with a mushroom sauce.. another winner read more

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I have read all the reviews about Nonnos so I knew I had to try it out. We came on a Friday night so it was busy and we waited over an hour to get seated. Luckily there's a cool game store nearby that was having an event and we spent time there. It's not very big inside and can get quite noisy so if you are looking for a romantic atmosphere... this isn't your spot. But we had 4 kids so it was fine with us. Food was good but not as amazing as many say. My husband got a dish different than mine and basically they were the same with one of them having protein placed on top. Salad was ver good. I don't think I would ever wait again to come here but maybe would come and try something different next time. read more

Fantastic dinner. We arrived at about 5 and were seated immediately. We failed to call ahead, so our party was split between two tables. Alas, that didn't throw a wrench into anything. The staff was accommodating and on top of it all. The bread was quickly vacuumed up by the table. Along with mozzarella sticks and salads and soups. Needless to say we were almost full already when the main courses arrived. Everything was delicious. I had penne con broccoli with chicken and it was amazing. Nice crisp broccoli. Another person had Chicken cordon Bleu and could only eat half. Another had lasagna and said it tasted just as delicious the next day. Overall a great night. My only gripe is that they need a bigger space. There's next to no elbow room. That's no fault of theirs, they just get crowded. read more

The food here is amazing. With so many Italian restaurants in central Florida, Nonno's has the best Chicken Marsala. The portion is large and it comes with either soup or salad. I also love that they serve their bread with a pesto dipping sauce. I also recommend to order their homemade Sangria! read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Chicken Marsala over penne pasta - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

Fun family spot. The bread and pesto is the best part. Be prepared for a long wait but it's worth it read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Chicken parm - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

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The owners are the sweetest people greeting their customers. I always have an amazing meal with the food and the portions always leave me leftovers. read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Fettuccine Alfredo - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

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Finally got around to trying the infamous Nonno's. Celebrating our 4 year anniversary I thought it was the perfect occasion. My fiancés favorite food is chicken Marsala and he's always looking for a good one. Nonnos did not disappoint. Also the lasagna was definitely the best I've ever had. So good! I don't usually love pesto. But I had to get some to take home cause I just couldn't stop eating it with the delicious fresh bread. 10/10 service and food. Will be recommending to all my friends. Thanks nonnos. read more

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Nonno's is a hidden treasure that completely blew us away. From the second we walked in, it smelled like everything you dream of in real Italian cooking -- rich, fresh, and full of love (we should've known by the amount of people waiting for a table). The meal started with warm bread and their house-made pesto -- bright, herbaceous, and insanely addicting. The caprese was perfection: creamy mozzarella, sweet tomatoes, and tons of fresh basil, every bite better and better. And the lasagna - layers of tender pasta, rich meat sauce (lots of meat) and melted cheese that tasted like pure comfort with CRISPY edges. On top of the incredible food, the staff made the night even better -- so kind, attentive, and welcoming, like you were being taken care of by family. We loved every second and every bite. Nonno's isn't just good -- it's the kind of place that would heal your bad days and bring you warmth. Spectacular prices and portions. Our new favorite Italian spot, without a doubt. read more

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This place is YUMMY! I can't wait to go back and try other menu items. First, the homemade bread and pesto is mouthwatering. I loved the manicotti and salad too. read more

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Wow! When I think of Nonno's, all I can say is that I wish I would have heard of this Italian restaurant sooner! I ended up getting their version of the tour of Italy as it was my first visit. Out of the three options, the one I would say I have to get again is the manicotti as the filling was so incredibly Smooth and creamy. My partner in crime had the chicken parmigiana and it was also superb. Quick, courteous service as well and they were able to easily get tables on and out as it is a very popular place. Hidden gem! read more

Calamari was tender, well breaded, and came with a delightful marinara that wasn't sweet which is my personal preference. The table gets a nice little round loaf of crusty Italian bread with a killer creamy potato dipping sauce. My fettuccine bolognese was great with properly cooked pasta and coated fully with sauce. It was a bit sweet to my taste (maybe used a sweeter red wine?) but you could tell they cooked it together and didn't just dump ground beef in their regular marinara like some places. One of the better sauces I've had. My father had linguine with a mushroom sherry cream sauce and shrimp which again highlighted their pasta cookery and sauce ratio. Not a nude nood to be had. Service was excellent and the ambiance is welcoming and intimate but not stuffy. I'd definitely come back to try some other dishes and their homemade desserts! read more

Nonno's Italian Restaurant - Shrimp portofino - Italian Near Me - Altamonte Springs, Florida

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