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Went with my best friend and her daughter. We all loved the movie so we wanted to experience the food. Our out of town nonna was from Pakistan. They always have an Italian nonna. We mixed and matched our menus from both. Everything was delicious. The place is small. You have a 2 hour limit but it didnt feel rushed. Would definitely return.

Very familiar and friendly. I love the Nona, she so sweet. The food was excellent. The service was A+. Super recommended.

We had the best Italian meals of our lives!<br>It was impossible to book via WhatApp and the voice-mail was full every time I called. This is because they receive hundreds of calls per day due to the Netflix movie.<br>We flew into New York from New Zealand, took the Staten Island ferry over and hoped for the best.<br>When we arrived, there was a line of people standing outside hoping to get a sitting if a booking finished early or didn't show. We joined that line! And we were very very lucky... it was 12.30pm, and we managed to wait approximately an hour before we were told that there was a space for us.<br>I just loved everything about this cute little place.<br>The food was absolutely insane with rich Italian roots. We couldn't get enough of each dish.<br>Even though it is tricky to get a sitting, if you do... you won't regret it. Delish is an understatement!

We wanted to treat my parents to a special dinner while they were visiting. My mother had seen and loved the Nonnas movie so we were lucky enough to get a reservation! (The new online system had just opened which made it easy) Parking was easy in a lot on the corner, there was even open street parking. (Though would likely be challenging if there is an event at the theater next-door.)<br><br>The food was wonderful, we ate so much and still took some home. We loved meeting Nonna Maria as well. (I had Nonnas who I miss all the time!) Loved the whole experience and we will be back!

We came in during the snowstorm getting lucky calling for a last minute reservation. If you have not been here please go. What a idea to have different foods prepared by Nonnas. A delicious opportunity to try unique dishes from all over the world. The service was just beyond warm and inviting. I cannot wait to come back- already looking at the Nonnas calendar. YUMIKO thank you for coming and chatting with us- the chicken Katsu just wow- it was a privilege to meet you. We loved seeing you in the kitchen prepping!! Everyone there was lovely. The burrata was so beyond creamy, basil so fresh, the meatballs were like my grandma made them - really I do not have enough words for this review !!!! Please go try. Staten Island gem.

I first heard about this place from a documentary, then saw the movie last year, had to make sure I got over to Staten Island for a bite. The food offered today was Italian, Japanese and Sri Lankan. It all looked amazing. The owner is still taking non-stop calls for reservations. I was lucky to have gotten in since I came in on my own. I was sat at the counter and enjoyed watching all of the hustle and bustle in this cozy kitchen. The size helps you feel like you're waiting for your Mama to finish cooking your meal as you watch.<br>I ordered the lasagna which was very good, but really, the star of the meal was the fresh banana pudding. Never have I enjoyed such a delicious, creamy, well-balanced and fresh pudding. It was divine.<br>The cost is a little high but it is so worth it for the freshness. They serve some alcohols but they offer good pairings for the meals offered.<br>I am so happy to have been able to enjoy this meal I had waited so long for.<br>They only take cash and for now reservations are done in person or by phone. From what I heard they will soon have an online platform to do these. Also, they only take reservations on a rolling, monthly basis. If you get to go, I hope you enjoy it too.

Pros: The food is good and has a "homemade" flavor and the portions are generous. The price per entree is not bad either.<br><br>Con: The only issue we had was the reservation system. It was impossible to get a response from WhatsApp or email when we attempted to make a reservation.<br>We had to go in person to Staten Island to make a reservation in person with the owner. The system is not optimal.<br>In the end, we ended up securing a reservation and ate at Nonnas.<br>We came across people who had traveled from abroad to eat there, and had the same issue, no response when reaching out. So be warned, please.<br><br>I am not local to NYC. It took my cousin 3.5 hrs to get there from Long Island, and my friend from Queens 2.5 hours to only be told, we are at capacity, please make a reservation to come back another day.<br><br>The only reason as to why we went back is because this was a dream for my family member.

Imagine a simpler time. You’re at your Italian friend’s grandmother’s house, where dinner is made the slow way because there’s nowhere else to be. It’s a long weekend, time is generous. You’ve already had her signature tipple, the one she still argues about with her doctor, and a little wine she schlepped back from Napoli.<br>Her Trini friend drops by, bringing family recipes and big energy, sharing stories and food with her adopted New Yorker grandkids (you and your goober friends). This table is everything: cozy, welcoming, eclectic.<br>You eat a hearty meal. She teaches you how to eat lamb brains, how to get every last bit of meat from the head. When you finish, she tells you she’s proud of you.<br>Then the bill comes, and some of the magic slips away. You take a little home with you.<br>This is what the world is supposed to be: a place where people are welcomed in, where differences are shared, and where you leave more open, more curious, more human than when you arrived. There’s plenty for everyone. We just have to learn how to share.

The heart warming film staring an amazing cast made us want to come here to see it in ‘real life’ all the way from the UK 🇬🇧<br>It did not disappoint. We were greeted by the fabulous owner ‘Joey’ and we got to meet today’s ‘Nonnas’ who were cooking.<br>The food was of the highest quality and the service was second to none.<br>We had the Mozzarella starter which was beautifully presented and tasted superb.<br>For mains we had the lasagna and meatballs again absolutely top notch!<br>THIS FOOD IS MADE WITH LOVE ❤️ and that’s the difference…….<br>The wine is of excellent quality and it truly represents great value for money 💰<br>The service again gets a 10 out of 10 for us so well done 👏<br>We enjoy good food and wine and Nonnas was as good if not better than anything we could ask for! Thank you Joey for your beautiful concept and following your dreams!<br>You are an inspiration.

First you should make a reservation, second they only take cash and third they are very accommodating and NICE. I felt kinda bad because I was so needy. I had rushed there from getting off my train, dropping off my suitcase in Manhattan and then caught the subway and ferry to the restaurant. I sat at the bar and talked with Joe for a bit. Asked if I could share his barstool for my purse, then I needed to charge my phone so I’d know which subway to take back to my hotel. Whew…. Me the Needy customer! But my waitress and everyone was so nice. I ordered from the Puerto Rican menu, empaladas and from the Italian menu, chicken cacciatore with a salad. I ate the empanadas there at the restaurant, delicious, filled with meat, cheese and veggies and the chicken cacciatore also delicious, with tomatoes, onions and herbs and the most tender chicken. The salad was crisp and fresh. I got the chicken and salad to go. Packed very well for a long ferry and subway ride to the hotel. Didn’t spill a bit! I had dessert there too cheesecake, it wasn’t bad. I got to meet Irene the visiting nonna from Puerto Rico.

Absolutely, undeniably, incredibly spectacular!! We had 7:30PM reservations on 12/27 with two adults and three kids. Joe was so nice and kind; he knew us by name because we made the reservation directly with him. Nonna Maria herself greeted us and told us a bit about her. She was delightful! We ordered her perfectly made meatballs and scrumptious lasagna. We also ordered from the Puerto Rican menu (fried fish cod — it was delicious). The food was fantastic, the wait staff precise and friendly and the atmosphere was everything we expected. Our recommendation is to contact them via phone because reservations are always needed (and rightfully so — the food and people are amazing). This is worth every penny and we will be coming back again! Remember!! It’s cash only! Thank you Joe & company!

My very favorite was the meatballs (and you have to try it). We didn’t make a reservation and the person was very nice to accommodate us between reservations - but for a better experience (and not tu rush while you eat) I recommend making reservation.<br>Service was great, nice ambience and delicious food. My favorite in order:<br>1. Meatballs (the best I ever had)<br>2. Lasagna<br>3. Chicken

We had a wonderful time at Enoteca Maria! The food from Argentina was cooked to perfection, and the hospitality was absolutely amazing. We also couldn’t resist trying their classic Italian grandmas’ meatballs — comforting and delicious! It’s truly such a special place, and the black garlic gelato was the perfect, phenomenal finish to the meal. Highly recommend!

I still haven't seen "Nonnas" (it's paying long-term rent on my Netflix queue, but I'll get to it, I swear), but knew enough about the story to appreciate my sister randomly inheriting a reservation here and deal with the inconvenience of schelpping to Staten Island on a school night with two other dining companions.<br><br>I wish I could say it was worth the trip, but it wasn't.<br><br>We started with the Burrata, which was generously portioned but dully seasoned. I'm no balsamic fan, but I would've welcomed some just to alleviate the snow white blandness.<br><br>We gave the Japanese nonna's Eggplant Dengaku dish a shot, but it was terrible. I generally like this classic Japanese dish, so it was very depressing to find it overly charred (huh?) with way too much bitter miso flavor and not enough sweetness to balance things out. The accompanying small dishes of vegetables were nice but nothing special. Ugh. My Japanese grandma would be rolling in her grave at the thought of me wasting $28 on this mess.<br><br>The Lasagna Della Nonna and the Coniglio della Casa were probably our two best dishes. Get these if you want hearty ragu and juicy rabbit respectively.<br><br>The Capuzzelle (Lamb's Head) turned plenty of (human) heads when it was placed on our table. I've eaten plenty of animal heads, so I wasn't put off by any of the obvious aspects of this dish. What annoyed me was that it just wasn't very well seasoned and lacked flavor. The meat we were able to pull off was tough and chewy with no discernible taste, which is quite something for normally gamey lamb. In fact, the accompanying vegetables were much more flavorful and after about 20 min of painful pulling and chewing, we gave up and just ate those.<br><br>Even the popular Banana Pudding was lacking. It was 90% cream with almost no actual banana, let alone pudding of cookies. I have no idea what happened in the assembling of this dessert, but I'm mad we paid $16 for what amounted to banana-tinged whipped cream.<br><br>Sigh. I can't believe I'm negatively reviewing a restaurant run by grandmas making homemade food. This place probably started as a great concept, but now it's just an overpriced disappointment--and unless you live on Staten Island, I don't think you need to travel this far to part with your money.

Amazing experience and atmosphere! I imagined all the laughter, the noise, made it feel like you were at home. This is truly a special place and hope everyone gets to enjoy a wonderful home cooked meal! Very fortunate to have made this a part of our trip, visiting from Houston!<br>Nonna Maria was the sweetest, most wonderful grandma, walking around making sure we were having a great meal, checking on you like your grandma would!<br>I had the Capuzelle and she immediately took it and started pulling it apart. The meat was tender, juicy and my first time having the whole head. It was fun getting my hands dirty!<br>My mom had the pasta primavera from Nonna Christina and it was like having comfort food, made you feel like you were having a part of the tradition.<br>And lastly, finishing with basque cheesecake. Really creamy, loved the burnt top and the raspberry drizzle!