Little Nonna's sits on Locust Street in Washington Square West, an Italian-American restaurant from Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran, who have also opened Audrey Claire, Twenty Manning, Valanni, Lolita, and Barbuzzo around Center City. The dining room seats about 40 inside, with another 40 seats in an outdoor garden and additional seating at a chef's counter overlooking the open kitchen.
The menu stays small and doesn't wander far from Italian-American staples: spaghetti and meatballs, Sunday gravy, garlic bread, and salads, all served in generous portions. Regulars single out the meatballs and appetizers, and the room carries a warm, homey feel that matches the food. Service runs quick and attentive, and the kitchen has built a reputation for consistency across a menu that keeps its scope narrow.
The menu stays small and doesn't wander far from Italian-American staples: spaghetti and meatballs, Sunday gravy, garlic bread, and salads, all served in generous portions. Regulars single out the meatballs and appetizers, and the room carries a warm, homey feel that matches the food. Service runs quick and attentive, and the kitchen has built a reputation for consistency across a menu that keeps its scope narrow.