Nonna Emilia's Ristorante Italiano – Italian
The air at Nonna Emilia’s is thick with the irresistible scent of roasted garlic and warm, golden foccacia, drawing guests into a space that feels like a welcoming family kitchen. Crispy calamari fritti and bubbling mozzarella sticks set the stage for a meal centered on comfort, where pillowy breads are meant for generous dipping and vibrant pesto Caesar salads offer a fresh, herbaceous crunch. It is a place where the simple joy of breaking bread takes center stage, inviting diners to linger over shared antipasto platters in an atmosphere of timeless Italian hospitality.
17210 Southwest Shaw Street, Beaverton OR 97078 https://nonnaemilia.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, vegan, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, low-sodium, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, atkins, south-beach, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, gerd, dash-sodium-reduced, volumetrics, alkaline, aip, renal, tlc, zone, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the inviting atmosphere of this neighborhood addition, frequently praising the professional and helpful staff who ensure a seamless dining experience. Reviewers highlight the exceptional tenderness of every course, noting that standout dishes include the remarkably fresh salads and well-prepared appetizers. Celebrated for its warm ambiance and consistent quality, the space is a local favorite where diners recommend making a reservation to enjoy the thoughtfully crafted menu from start to finish.
Menu
Appetizers
- Cheesy Garlic Bread - $5.5: Garlic Bread with Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dipping Sauces for Bread - $4.35: Nonna's Meat, Marinara or Alfredo Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $15.4: Served with Marinara Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $5.5: Scratch made Italian Bread baked with Garlic Butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Antipasto - $3.3: Cured meats, cheese & pickled veggies
- Foccacia Bread - $9: Baked in Olive Oil with Garlic and Rosemary Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Garlic Bulb - $5.45: Whole Garlic bulb roasted with Olive Oil and seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Fritti - $20: Fried Calamari Rings & Tentacles served with Marinara Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Bread - $5.5: Scratch made Italian Bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup and Salad
- Pesto Caesar Salad (Individual) - $7.75: Scratch made Pesto Caesar Dressing, Romaine, Parm and Croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Caesar Salad (Large) - $16.5: Scratch made Pesto Caesar Dressing, Romaine, Parm and Croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dinner Salad (Individual) - $7.75: Mixed Greens, Tomato, Carrot, Black Olive and Choice of Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dinner Salad (Large) - $16.5: Mixed Greens, Tomato, Carrot, Black Olive and Choice of Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wedge Salad (Individual) - $7.75: Iceberg Lettuce, Bacon, Tomatoes and Bleu Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wedge Salad (Large) - $16.5: Iceberg Lettuce, Bacon, Tomatoes and Bleu Cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Minestrone Soup - $6.6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clam Chowder Soup - $6.6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Minestrone Soup & Salad - $14.95: Choice of Individual Salad and Cup of Soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Lasagna alla Nonna Emilia - $24.2 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortellini - $24 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Dinner - $17.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettucine Alfredo Dinner - $17.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana - $24.14 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Build Your Own Pasta - $17.6: Choice of Pasta, Sauce and Sides Dietary tags: Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Marsala - $24.14 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Ravioli - $23 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portabello Ravioli - $24 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capellini con Pomodoro - $22 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza & Calzone
- Small Pizza - $13.2 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medium Pizza - $17.55 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Pizza - $26.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Specialty Calzone - $22
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $13.2
- Limoncello Bars with Cookie Crust - $7.7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Peanut Butter Pie - $13.2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Frequently Asked Questions about Nonna Emilia's Ristorante Italiano
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this local favorite by making a reservation to enjoy the warm ambiance, professional service, and standout appetizers like calamari.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) Italian restaurant offers good value, with a 4.0/5 rating and reviews praising its consistent quality and professional staff.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly ($) Italian restaurant earns a 4.0/5 rating for its professional staff, exceptionally fresh salads, and extensive dietary-friendly menu options.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Nonna Emilia's Ristorante Italiano offers a website at https://nonnaemilia.com/ for information and potential online ordering.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include Italian bread and minestrone soup, while wedge salads provide keto, gluten-free, and low-carb choices for diners.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Nonna Emilia's Ristorante Italiano has an average rating of 4.0/5 based on customer feedback and reviews.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Italian restaurant offers a casual, welcoming atmosphere that feels like a family kitchen, perfect for neighborhood dining.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the remarkably fresh salads, well-prepared appetizers, calamari fritti, cheesy garlic bread, and the signature Lasagna alla Nonna Emilia.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, low-carb, mediterranean, and nut-free across various menu items.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Nonna Emilia's Ristorante Italiano is a budget-friendly ($) establishment offering an affordable dining experience for its guests.
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