La Nonna
SoHo-Little Italy-Hudson Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
La Nonna is an easy Little Italy pick for a casual celebration, date, or family dinner when location and atmosphere matter more than awards or chef-driven dining. Book it for Mulberry Street convenience and broad group appeal; compare nearby peers if the occasion needs a more polished or distinctive experience.
About La Nonna
For a New York City meal, consider La Nonna as a casual option with clearly listed daily hours. La Nonna is in New York City, the dress code is casual, and it opens daily from 12 PM with later closing times on Friday and Saturday.
Pick it for a casual New York City plan, not a trophy reservation
The smart use case is a low-friction meal where the priority is direct planning. La Nonna's hours run 12–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 12–10:30 PM Friday and Saturday, and 12–10 PM Sunday. Its dress code is casual, which makes it easier to fit into a relaxed day or evening in New York City.
Do not book expecting award-driven dining, named chef cachet, a specific tasting format, or a documented signature dish. The reason to consider La Nonna is practical: it is a New York City venue with daily service hours and a casual dress code. If the occasion needs a more specific style, compare other New York City dining options before committing.
The decision comes down to occasion and practical details
For planning, the most useful detail is the schedule. La Nonna is open daily from 12 PM, with service until 10 PM most nights and until 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. Check the venue's official channels before making plans that depend on menu, pricing, seating, reservation difficulty, or service format.
Compared with other named options such as Casa D'Angelo New York, Da Gennaro, Paesano, Sofia's of Little Italy, and Tomiño Taberna Gallega, La Nonna should be evaluated on the facts that are confirmed: New York City location, casual dress code, and daily hours. For readers building a wider plan, start with Our full New York City restaurants guide; for the rest of the night, use Our full New York City bars guide, Our full New York City hotels guide, Our full New York City experiences guide, or Our full New York City wineries guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 134 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10013
- Website
- lanonnaristorante.com
- Phone
- +12123346200
The take
The Take
The Vibe
La Nonna reads like a neighborhood Little Italy trattoria anchored by an open kitchen and a clear respect for ingredient provenance. It inhabits Mulberry Street’s compressed, pre‑tourist-hour moments — the sounds of the kitchen and the smell of olive oil feel immediate and unvarnished. The piece of the block that remains leans on durable, mid‑century roots rather than nostalgia: cooking that privileges San Marzano tomatoes, aged Parmigiano and reliable suppliers. The overall effect is quietly intimate and historic, a warm, charming spot where straightforward Italian‑American dishes are defined by the quality of their components.
Best For
La Nonna is best experienced at dinner, especially during weekday evenings when the neighborhood still feels like a local block. Its approach to Italian‑American cooking—market-driven and ingredient-focused—lends itself to family meals and group dining, with sauces and sharing plates that reward communal eating. The setting is more about comfortable, ingredient-led hospitality than theatrical fine dining, so it suits relaxed celebrations, family gatherings and casual dinners with friends who appreciate provenance-forward comfort food in Little Italy.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the signatures and the kitchen’s strength with sauce-forward, shared dishes. The Ricotta Ravioli, Spaghetti and Meatballs and Chicken Francaise are highlights that showcase the restaurant’s emphasis on tomato quality, aged cheese and technique. Order to share so everyone samples the core flavors, and if you’re curious about provenance, ask about the day’s tomato or cheese sources—the menu’s philosophy consistently points back to ingredient origin and seasonal market choices.
Venue details
Ambiance
Inviting and vibrant with attentive table service and Italian music.
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Vibe
Best For
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Ricotta Ravioli
- Spaghetti and Meatballs
- Chicken Francaise
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 134 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10013
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to book if this is not the right fit
If the goal is another easy Little Italy dinner, check Paesano or Da Gennaro. If the group wants a different downtown meal without leaving the area, Tomiño Taberna Gallega is the cleaner pivot.
Restaurant context
How La Nonna compares in Little Italy
Choose La Nonna when booking ease and a classic Mulberry Street setting matter more than chasing a destination reservation. Paesano and Da Gennaro are the closest cross-shops for a similar Little Italy decision: all three work for visitors, family dinners, and low-planning evenings, so the tiebreaker should be the exact room feel and table availability you want that night.
Sofia's of Little Italy is the peer to consider when the meal needs to feel more occasion-led, while Casa D'Angelo New York is the comparison for readers who want another Italian option before committing. If the group is open to leaving the Italian lane, Tomiño Taberna Gallega gives the night a different cuisine direction in the same downtown orbit.
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Compare La Nonna
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| La Nonna | New York City | No published awards |
| Paesano | New York City | No published awards |
| Da Gennaro | New York City | Tabelog 100 - Pizza - 2025 · #22 |
| Sofia's of Little Italy | New York City | No published awards |
| Casa D'Angelo New York | New York City | No published awards |
| Tomiño Taberna Gallega | New York City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about La Nonna?
First-timers should know the practical details: La Nonna is in New York City, the dress code is casual, and it runs every day, with Friday and Saturday service extending to 10:30 PM. Specific menu format, signature dishes, pricing, and reservation difficulty are not included here.
