Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano
Aloha
Restaurant in Aloha, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A practical Aloha dinner pick for a relaxed, familiar evening rather than a high-stakes reservation. Go early in the week if conversation matters, and cross-shop Oswego Grill - Beaverton, Mingo, Hapa Pizza, Boriken Restaurant, or Top Burmese Bistro Royale if the group wants a clearer occasion fit.
About Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano
In Aloha's dinner rotation, Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano is a place to consider when the goal is a casual evening rather than a high-stakes reservation. The basics are simple: casual dress, evening hours Tuesday through Sunday, and a Monday closure.
Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano is best for dinner. For someone deciding whether to go back, the useful angle is timing: choose a night that fits your schedule, and check the venue's current channels before making a plan if timing or availability matters.
Use it for an easy dinner, not a destination splurge
Think of it as a straightforward casual dinner in Aloha rather than a highly specific destination setup.
For dietary restrictions, do not assume accommodation without checking ahead through the venue's available contact path. Ask directly about gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, allergy, takeout, delivery, and reservation questions before relying on them.
Where it fits against other options
If the table is comparing options, keep Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano in the mix for a casual Aloha dinner and compare it with Boriken Restaurant, Oswego Grill - Beaverton, Top Burmese Bistro Royale, Mingo, or Hapa Pizza depending on what the group wants that night.
Quick reference: choose this for an easy dinner in Aloha, remember that Monday is closed, and confirm current details directly if the occasion depends on reservations, menu specifics, or accommodations.
Planning details
- Location
- 17210 SW Shaw St, Aloha, OR 97007
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- nonnaemilia.com
- Phone
- +15036492232
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Nonna Emilia reads like the kind of neighborhood Italian that prizes familiarity over showmanship. Situated in suburban Aloha, the restaurant leans into classic, homey preparations and seasonal ingredients from the wider Pacific Northwest rather than chasing culinary trend lines. Nonna Emilia is a comforting, intimate spot where regulars return for reliable plates, lasagna, spaghetti carbonara and generous meatball or clam pasta. Expect a warm, relaxed room that feels more like an extended family table than a downtown showcase, with straightforward, honest cooking at its center.
Best For
This is a place built for communal, everyday dining: family dinners, group meals and casual get-togethers are the natural occasions. The menu of familiar Italian-American staples, lasagna, spaghetti with meatballs, carbonara and clam linguine, caters to diners seeking comforting, shareable plates. Because the restaurant trades on steady, seasonal sourcing and neighborhood regularity, it also suits modest celebrations where guests want generous portions and a convivial atmosphere rather than a formal tasting experience. It’s best approached as a local staple for relaxed evenings out.
Ordering Tips
Stick with the classics that define the kitchen: lasagna and spaghetti with meatballs are signature, and the carbonara and clam linguine showcase the restaurant’s focus on honest, familiar preparations. Ask about seasonal specials and daily seafood features built around Willamette Valley produce and Columbia River seafood. Portions read as family-style and shareable, so plan to order a few dishes to pass. If you’re unsure, start with a pasta and one vegetable or seafood dish to get a sense of the kitchen’s seasonal strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and nostalgic with red and white checkered tablecloths, intimate lighting, and a homey atmosphere reminiscent of a traditional Italian grandmother's kitchen.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Buffet
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- lasagna
- spaghetti carbonara
- clam linguine
- spaghetti with meatballs
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 17210 SW Shaw St, Aloha, OR 97007
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Oswego Grill - Beaverton, Notable alternative
- Boriken Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Mingo, Notable alternative
- Hapa Pizza, Notable alternative
- Top Burmese Bistro Royale, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in the Aloha area
Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano is the low-pressure choice when the group wants a familiar dinner and an easy booking path. Oswego Grill - Beaverton is the more flexible pick for mixed preferences, especially if not everyone wants Italian-leaning comfort food. Mingo is the better comparison when the meal needs a more polished feel.
For stronger cuisine identity, Boriken Restaurant and Top Burmese Bistro Royale are more targeted choices. Hapa Pizza is the casual fallback when ease, speed, and group comfort matter more than a traditional sit-down dinner mood.
Recommendation: choose Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano for a relaxed local dinner, Oswego Grill - Beaverton for the broadest group appeal, Mingo for a more composed night out, and Hapa Pizza when the table wants something casual without much planning.
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Compare Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano | Aloha | No published awards |
| Oswego Grill - Beaverton | Beaverton | No published awards |
| Boriken Restaurant | Beaverton | No published awards |
| Mingo | Beaverton | No published awards |
| Hapa Pizza | Beaverton | 2026 50 Top Pizza USA · #462025 50 Top Pizza USA · #47 |
| Top Burmese Bistro Royale | Beaverton | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano good for solo dining?
It can work if you want an easy dinner in Aloha during the listed Tue–Sun 4–9 PM hours.
What are alternatives to Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano?
Other options to compare include Boriken Restaurant, Mingo, Oswego Grill - Beaverton, Hapa Pizza, and Top Burmese Bistro Royale. Choose based on the kind of dinner and setting your group wants.
Is lunch or dinner better at Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano?
Dinner is the option to plan around, because the venue is listed as open Tue–Sun from 4–9 PM and closed Monday. Lunch service is not part of that listed schedule.