La Nonna – Italian
La Nonna transports diners to the heart of a rustic Italian home, where the comforting scent of slow-simmered ragù and toasted garlic wafts through a space glowing with candlelight and old-world charm. Silken, hand-shaped pastas and vibrant seasonal plates celebrate the timeless art of the family table, inviting guests to linger over bottles of ruby-red wine and crusty, hearth-baked bread. The atmosphere hums with a soulful warmth, turning every meal into a heartfelt embrace that honors the rich, culinary traditions of the Mediterranean.
134 Mulberry Street, 10013 +1-212-334-6200 http://lanonnaristorante.com/Rating: 4.1/5 (1462 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, keto, vegan, vegetarian, mediterranean, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, whole30, plant-based, low-fat, clean-eating, atkins, south-beach, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, gerd, raw-food, detox, tlc, volumetrics, alkaline, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida
What diners are saying
Diners rave about this Little Italy gem for its authentic, traditional Italian cuisine and generous portions. Standout dishes include the "best lasagna ever," handmade ravioli Alfredo, and a rich funghi risotto that can be customized to dietary needs. Guests consistently praise the impeccable, attentive service and the warm, welcoming atmosphere, often enhanced by Italian music or seasonal decor. While some found the Bolognese just okay, the heavenly tomato sauce and perfectly cooked veal parmigiano leave a lasting impression of excellent value and quality.
Menu
- Prosciutto e Melone - $15.95: Fresh melon with thinly sliced Parma Ham Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Paleo, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Lectin-Free
- Zuppa di Vongole e Cozze - $15.95: Manila clams and mussels in a light tomato broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Antipasto Pellegrino - $28.95: Hot and Cold for two grilled shrimp, baked clams, meats, assorted cheese, roasted peppers and olives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Mozzarella Della Casa - $15.95: Fresh buffalo and smoked mozzarella, tomato sun-dried tomato, roasted peppers and basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Portobello alla Griglia - $15.95: Portobello with prosciutto & cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Vongole Oreganate - $15.95: Baked little neck clams Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Calamari Fritti - $16.95: Fried squid with spicy tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Piovra alla Griglia - $16.95: Grilled octopus, arugula, potatoes, onions and tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Insalata di Mare - $16.95: Mixed seafood salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Polenta con Funghi - $15.95: Grilled Italian cornmeal, portobello mushroom and tomato bruschetta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Cesare - $9.95: Romaine lettuce, croutons, tossed in anchovy garlic dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Rucola - $8.95: Baby arugula with fresh sliced mushroom and parmesan in house vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Rustica - $8.95: Mixed greens with tomato. onions and shaved provolone Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Nonna - $9.95: Baby greens, sun dried tomatoes, olives, peppers and artichokes Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Minestrone - $8.95: Italian vegetable soup Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Stracciatella con Spinaci - $8.95: Roman egg drop soup with spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Rigatoni alla Vodka - $14.95: In a spicy vodka tomato-cream sauce with sausage and mushrooms Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Ravioli di Ricotta - $13.95: Filled with ricotta in a butter-sage sauce with baby spinach and sun dried tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fusilli al Pesto - $14.95: Tossed with grilled chicken and basil pesto sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Lasagna - $14.95: Pasta layered with meat and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Gnocchi con Carciofi - $15.95: Potato dumplings with artichoke, shrimp, tomato and basil sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Risotto al Gorgonzola - $19.95: Slow simmered Arborio rice with radicchio and gorgonzola cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Farfale al Salmone - $17.95: Bowtie pasta tossed with smoke salmon and tomato in a mascarpone chive sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Capellini Primavera - $15.95: Angel hair with vegetables in a garlic olive oil and tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Fettucine alla Bolognese - $15.95: Homemade fettucine tossed with meat sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $16.95: Tossed with pancetta, onions, cream and egg yolk Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Penne con Pollo - $17.95: Penne pasta in garlic, olive oil, mushrooms and chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Linguine alla Vongole - $18.95: Linguine with manila clams in a red or white sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Mozzarella Panini - $12.95: Buffalo mozzarella, prosciutto and tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Salmone Panini - $12.95: Salmon, eggplant and basil pesto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Frittata Panini - $12.95: Egg, spinach and smoke mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Salsiccia Panini - $12.95: Sausage, mushrooms and sweet peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pollo Parmigiana - $16.95: Breaded chicken cutlet with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pollo Carciofi - $17.95: Chicken sauteed with artichoke in a white wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Pollo Scarpariello - $17.95: Country style chicken with sausage, potatoes, garlic rosemary and white wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Pollo Boscaiola - $16.95: Chicken with white wine and sun dried tomatoes in a madeira wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Vitello al Limone - $17.95: Veal Scalloppine with lemon and capers
- Scalloppine Principessa - $19.95: Sauteed with asparagus, shrimp, tomato and white wine
- Osso Buco con Fettuccine - $29.95: Tender veal shank braised with red wine and vegetables
- Salmone alla Griglia - $21.95: Grilled salmon with lemon caper sauce
- Sogliola Francese - $19.95: Filet sole in a lemon and butter sauce
- Zucchini Fritti - $9.95: Crispy shoestrings of zucchini
- Broccoli Marinara - $9.95: Sauteed broccoli with marinara sauce
- Spinaci - $9.95: Sauteed spinach with garlic and olive oil
- Asparagi al Forno - $11.95: Gravitated asparagus with ricotta and parmesan cheese
- Margherita: Fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes basil and tomato sauce
- Quatro Stagioni - $13.95: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, olives, prosciutto, artichoke and mushrooms
- Salmone - $14.95: Smoked salmon, mascarpone cheese arugula and scallions
- Nonna - $13.95: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, meatballs and black olives
- Tre Colori - $13.95: Fontina cheese, cherry tomatoes and baby spinach
- Gamberi e Asparagi - $14.95: Shrimp, tomato sauce, asparagus and smoke mozzarella
Frequently Asked Questions about La Nonna
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular standout dishes include the lasagna, handmade ravioli Alfredo, rich funghi risotto, and perfectly cooked veal parmigiana.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- La Nonna offers a warm, rustic atmosphere with candlelight and old-world charm at a moderate ($$) price level.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Keto and gluten-free options include Vitello al Limone, while Spinaci supports vegan, vegetarian, paleo, and mediterranean dietary needs.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This Little Italy gem is special for its authentic handmade pastas, generous portions, and extensive menu catering to over thirty dietary needs.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.1/5, this moderately priced ($$) Italian restaurant stands out for its authentic cuisine, generous portions, and impeccable service.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- La Nonna offers moderate pricing ($$) and a 4.1/5 rating, with diners specifically praising the generous portions of traditional Italian cuisine.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Vitello al Limone and Spinaci both work for multiple diets including keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, low-carb, and sugar-free.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this 4.1/5 rated restaurant by lingering over wine in its warm atmosphere while enjoying the lasagna and attentive service.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided data for La Nonna does not include operating hours or status to confirm if the restaurant is currently operational.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- La Nonna features a warm, rustic atmosphere with candlelight, old-world charm, and traditional Italian music or seasonal decor.