Nicoletto's Italian Kitchen

Service was fast and efficient even during the lunch rush, which I really appreciated. This was my second time eating here, my first visit was for the bolognese, which was so good it’s the reason I came back. Great portion sizes, consistent quality, and clearly a kitchen that cares about execution. I’ll absolutely be back again.

Ugh I hate leaving reviews. But it’s just disappointing. This is the second time I’ve ordered from this venue. I’m a huge pasta lover, it’s hard to not please me with any pasta dish. The first time I thought maybe it was just an off day but this second visit has confirmed that the food is not worth the price and doesn’t live up to the hype. I’ve attached a photo, near $18 for this dish that tastes as good as it looks…. Which is really not good

Food in East Nashville isn’t exactly known for being amazing, but the hype sure makes you think otherwise. Honestly, I’m starting to believe that a lot of folks here haven’t eaten outside of Nashville, judging by the glowing reviews for some truly mediocre spots. My main issue today is this restaurant’s repeated inability to get to-go orders right. I’ve given them three separate chances before writing this review, and each time, they’ve managed to mess up my order. To be fair, the food can be good—when it’s made correctly. I’ve had a nice meal or two here before, so I know they’re capable. But the last three times I ordered takeout, I asked for an Italian beef, dipped, and what I got was a dry sandwich with barely any meat. The picture speaks for itself. The fries are not good at all they always taste burnt. Now I came in here a long time ago and had an eggplant sandwich that was really good except for the eggplant being under cooked. But I’m tired of the takeout issues at this location and most likely will not return.

One of the reviews said the meatball sandwich was life changing. They failed to say that the tarimisu was also life changing. Everything we had was fresh and delicious and quickly served to us. We opted for patio seating rather than the inside as we were sharing several things. The patio was comfortable and they had plenty of umbrellas for shade. Their pasta appeared to be fresh made and they even had gnocchi which is always a treat to find on a menu.

I ordered delivery so I don't know the place, but from what I received I can say that is a wonderful restaurant. The pasta was just right,I ordered spaghetti, and the sauce (marinara) was delicious! I was glad I asked for extra sauce. The chicken was magnificent, tender and tasty, and it arrived so quickly that I didn't need to heat it up; the cheese was still melting on top. And the cannoli, my God, I loved it. And everything arrived very well packaged, excellent. It was my first time ordering from here and I will definitely be a regular customer from now on. I highly recommend it.

We ordered pasta and a sandwich from Uber Eats and the sandwich was left. I called the restaurant and spoke with Daniel about the issue and he handled it with impressive professionalism. We put in a 2nd order for the sandwich and he threw in a beverage, extra sandwich and dessert. We were so impressed. And, the food is absolutely delicious. A tricky experience turned into an incredible dinner, lunch tomorrow, and impression of how to do business. Big ups to Nicolettos!!!

The food is to die for! The service is impeccable! The fella working the front counter is beyond helpful! He made sure we got exactly what we wanted and was great at helping my 8-year-old. I didn't catch his name, but if you see this- know that you're something special!

26.50 for chicken parmesan. The piece of chicken was the only part of this meal that was edible. I will never spend money here again. The spaghetti and Bolognese absolutely disgusting overcooked noodles and just highly disappointed.

We've had lots of good food from very unassuming eateries over the years and this place definitely fits that description. However, the food isn't good...it's great!! When we walked in and found out there wasn't "sit-down" seating, we almost walked away. However, the smells coming from the kitchen were amazing. Everything we had was amazing!! All their pastas are homemade and you build your own entre' from various sauce options, proteins, etc. I chose the gnocchi with bolognese and it was perfect!! The tiramisu was the best I've ever had. The manager, Wayne, was very nice and came out to the patio to check on us. He even brought us two complimentary cannolis. Speaking of the staff, Chris who took our orders at the register was very friendly (like everyone else we met in N'ville). Don't let the exterior fool you, this little kitchen puts out some spectacular Italian food!!! Pro tip: parking can be a challenge. Try not to park down the way in the pay lot - $18 / 2 hrs. Park along the little driveway beside the front porch or in the back (under the trees)...it's free. This place does a huge take-out business!!

I have driven by this little restaurant hundreds of times ... and each time I've thought "Hmm I bet they have pretty good pasta." We finally ordered takeout from Nicoletto's on a cold, winter night when neither me nor my husband felt like cooking, and we were impressed! I placed a delivery order through UberEats - and was excited to see that they had a special running for a free cannoli when you spend $30! With two pasta dishes, we easily met that minimum. Our food was delivered quickly and packaged with care. My husband stuck to the classics - spaghetti and meatballs. And indeed, meatballs are where Nicoletto's shines. You can tell that they're handcrafted, and cooked to perfection. When paired with their zesty marinara sauce, you're hit with a rush of nostalgia. I tried the spaghetti with the Arrabbiata (spicy) sauce and sausage and peppers. The sauce definitely packed some heat - and I would order it again! However, I'd probably pass on the sausage next time, and add on extra meatballs instead. Their cannoli was the perfect sweet bite to wrap up a memorable meal. Thank you to the Nicoletto's team for being such a tasty takeout option in our neighborhood!

I don't consider myself a pasta expert by any means. I do, however, know a good meal when I have one. My boyfriend and I visited Nicoletto's for the first time on Valentine's Day. I nearly squealed with delight when we walked in to fresh pasta as far as the eye could see! The pasta was so fresh, the chicken was flavorful and moist, and the pink sauce has been on my mind for a week straight. Don't even get me started on the deliciously salty focaccia. I simply cannot stop thinking about this meal. The man who took our order was helpful in our making decision about what to add to our bowls of pasta, and did it with a smile. A nice touch was the cool music playing that had all patrons (and staff) singing along. Will certainly be taking friends and family from out of town here.

The gnocchi with pink sauce, mushrooms, & grilled veggies is my new go-to comfort food. Literally the most yummy pink sauce I've ever gotten & the gnocchi is perfect!! I love this spot for takeout. I recommend extra sauce if you get this dish! Makes it better when I reheat it when I have it for more than 1 meal.

I happened to be on this side of town and wanted something new! I absolutely fell in love with this place ‍ The server explained all of the noodle choices, toppings and flavors perfectly to someone that had no clue where to start. The restaurant itself was a cute blend of cafe/lounge area with throwback rocker music. The food was cheap, the vibes were great and this restaurant is somewhere I highly recommend you eat if you haven't!

When in town this is a good stop. I went by the newer location. I like the drive up situation, feels pretty timeless. The person at the window pronounced my last name correctly. The food here is as good as the original location. Its a great spot. Italian food is really hard to come by in the south. I would eat here 2-3 days a week if I lived near it. Meatball sandwich. high marks. green chili Mac. high marks. I think the bread was pretty ok too.

If you're looking for delicious, authentic Italian food then Nicoletto's is the place to stop. The night before the Rock 'n' Roll Half-Marathon, our group was looking for a place to carb up. My niece recommended Nicoletto's as one of her favorite places for pasta, and she was spot on. This small, family owned restaurant makes their own pasta and marinara sauce, and attention to detail is evident. With nine different types of pasta to choose from, you can go with what you know or venture out and try a noodle you may need to Google. This place was hopping on a Friday night, with a line out the door and take out orders being moved at a hare's pace. There is bar seating inside and several tables out. This is not fast food, so be prepared for a bit of wait, but that's what beer is for. I ordered the Build A Pasta Bowl, which is a great way to explore different textures and flavors. My choices were Spinach Fettuccine with Arrabbiata sauce, beef meatballs, basil and parmesan. All bowls come with a side of Foccacia. The fettuccine was thick and tender, the Arrabbiata sauce had a nice zing and the meatballs were generously sized. The entire dish was hefty, filling and very flavorful. Exactly what we needed.

Delicious fresh pasta options! Very good desserts as well. I always order ahead for pickup, but there is limited seating inside and outside.

We had dinner here because one of our tour guides from an earlier tour we took recommended it. We stopped by around 7:45pm and we were the only ones there. We looked over the menu for a few minutes and a friendly employee finally came on over to greet us and take our orders. My sister had the Gnocchi Bolognese and I created my own pasta bowl. I chose the Radiatori pasta with Arrabbiata sauce and beef meatballs and both entrees came with bread. We sat down to eat inside because it was way too cold outside. We waited about 10 - 15 minutes for our food and it was brought on over to us by another friendly employee. At this time, another group of people came in to dine. My pasta was delicious. The pasta was cooked al dente - just like I like it and the sauce was sooo good. It had so much flavor. The bread had a nice crisp to it and it was not at all dry. The meatballs were plentiful and they also tasted really good. My sister was not a fan of her Gnocchi Bolognese and said it wasn't a good mixture. It was too mushy for her and she did not like the taste of the sauce. The inside was clean and the music was great. The bathroom was also very clean. Overall good food and great service, thank you!

LOVE this Italian spot in East, so authentic! We appreciated the quality and reasonable pricing. We split the chicken parm & feel in love with the delightful goodness. The service was so friendly and relatively fast. The decor is so cute and Italian! The only challenges may be the parking & limited seating options, we were lucky to find a spot on the street & to get the indoor bar seating. Depending upon circumstances, it be easier to pick up and go! Highly recommend & totally worth figuring out parking and seating!

"What do we have here?!?" So, I'm passing through Nashville and I searched vegan and found the gem! They have vegan meatballs, fresh pasta, excellent flavored sauce and several toppings lukewarm, crimini mushrooms , broccoli and onions that made this dish divine! Plus a fresh piece of focaccia. Oh ya, they asked if I wanted fresh parm and basil, "yes, I do, thank you."...one notch above divine. 5/5 Might be a 4.5/5 if you are on budget...they were kinda pricey.

The beyond meatball sub was a great vegetarian/vegan option for something hearty and filling. Cannolis were also excellent. Service was friendly. Took a bit longer than your standard grab and go place but they seemed pretty busy with to go orders and I'm sure it takes a bit to make fresh. Prices are very reasonable. Sad to see that more of Nashville's parking is being taken over by paid lots and the one behind here is expensive. Try to snag one of the spots in front or somewhere nearby for free. Ambiance is great inside -- definitely feels like a pasta shop. There's some bar seating inside and some outdoor tables outside along Gallatin (which can be a little hectic).

Very good pasta bowl with sausage and peppers. Chose the maranera sauce and was so good. Service was great! Sat inside to eat our meal and was a little tight. This place does a lot of carry out as parking is limited. Overall nice place to get a bite to eat!

Yes, the pasta is solid, but the hidden gem is their French fries. They give The Pharmacy a run for its money. If you're not feeling Italian when everyone else is, order the buffalo chicken salad. It is excellent.

Food was very tasty and the portion sizes were great. I could finish all of it. Service was nice and helpful when picking out how to build my pasta. The building is small but they do have an outside patio which I opted to sit in over the wall seating inside.

This place is a great addition to the area! There is ample parking to the order at the window location. Food takes a bit to make as they are cooking to order inside. It's worth the wait! The fresh pasta and quality ingredients really shine. I have had a few things on the menu: chicken Parmesan, gnocchi with pesto and the chicken Parmesan sub with fresh cut fries. The pesto gnocchi and fries were definitely the stand outs. I could eat those fries every day! So good! The soft pillowy gnocchi has to be tried....I've heard it's really good with the pink sauce too. The sandwich was not my favorite. Bread heavy and very messy. Stick with the pasta and enjoy some delicious food!

I have tried this place in the past, and it seemed to be decent--I don't remember too much one way or another. However, tonight, I had an order of spaghetti and meatballs delivered via a third-party app, and I have to say it was probably the worst pasta dish I have ever attempted to eat in my life. I have had food from mediocre chain Italian places that tasted like a Michelin star experience by comparison. First off, I thought they made their pasta in-house, but this tasted like Kroger brand spaghetti. On top of that, I absolutely hated the flavor of the sauce. Instead of their house-made marinara as described, I somehow got a mediocre Arrabbiata sauce--and I was NOT in the mood for spice. The worst part of this dish, however, was the dry and disgusting meatballs that had zero flavor and tasted like they were made out of very low-grade meat. The food was so gross that I started to feel sick to my stomach and couldn't eat it. Thank goodness a piece of bread was included (the only redeeming aspect here), because otherwise, I would have waited an hour for delivery food that was supposed to take 10-15 minutes and still been ridiculously hungry. At least I got a couple of bites of plain bread out of the ordeal. My guess is that this company started out doing things the right way and, like many businesses after opening a second location, decided to cut the quality of their ingredients and recipes to save on costs. So, I guess we can blame capitalism. Honestly, though? Skip this spot. If you can't find something authentic, you would have better luck at the Olive Garden (I cringe while typing this).

The best pasta! The make your own pasta bowl is a great value too. I love getting takeout from here, but I'm also eaten at the east Nashville location. It doesn't have a ton of seating. No tables, just barstools and a counter. I've tried lots of the sauces and each one has been great! I love Nicoletto's.

As a New Yorker accustomed to excellent Italian food, and also a person who lived in Italy for several years, I can say that this tiny takeout with little tables off the side rocked my craving for a great dish of pasta. Additionally, the Caesar salad is spectacular. Love the music, love the staff, love the funky, weird vibe of sitting at a little table in a mini parking lot as the sun sets. A quirky, yet excellent pasta experience. Rigatoni with pink sauce...

If you think you've had good Italian food... you just wait!! The chicken Parmesan was out of this world! Very nice staff and got me to get two of their delicious locally made cookies! Plenty of outside seating and the vibe was perfect!

So so good! I got the chicken parm and I would order it again. The portions were larger than expected. $14 for that meal was a good deal. Will 100% be coming pack. Plus there's a few free parking spots in the back

Wow. We were driving to chipotle when we saw this place. So glad we stopped! The pasta was amazing. I had simple pasta with olive oil and rosemary chicken, while the family had bolognese and Mac and cheese. Oh, the bread they gave with it was awesome, too. I wish I wasn't so full from just eating there because I already want more.

Unbelievable chicken parm sandwich. Writing this review specifically so more people will buy it and it will never be taken off the menu.

Their pesto is creamy and their chicken Parmesan tenders are juicy. Outside provides a nice ambiance to your evening.

After a friend advised me that their green chili Mac + cheese is the best, I treated myself to takeout w / added vegan meatballs + extra cheese sauce. 1000000/10, Nicoletto's! I've been missing my hometown / family's Mac + cheese since moving here and this stuff is now going to be my addiction. I can't wait to try more things on the menu! Edit: I went back for a second time this week, and tried the classic Mac + Cheese. Also incredible! But the STAR of the show is that banana caramel cake w/ cream cheese frosting - That is simply the best piece of cake I have ever eaten in my life. I'd like to thank a friend for my new addiction to Nicoletto's

Excellent customer service. Food came out lightning fast. Everything was fresh, and delicious. My kid had Mac & Cheese. He loved it. My wife had parm sandwich and said she was sad that she couldn't have it again as we are not from Nashville. I had a wonderful Cobb salad. Highly recommended.

UberEATS order- loved everything (arrabiata sauce with veggies and a salad) Loved the sauce, just a hint if spice and great with the veggies. The salad was missing most of the toppungs but I still enjoyed it (LOVED the lemon basil vinaigrette). Will probably order the exact same thing the next time!

First off, delicious quick pasta meal, but it is a mainly a takeout location! I would suggest that you order online so that you don't have to wait long at the location. There aren't many spots in front. There are roughly 4 or 5. They also have a window you can order from. Online it gave us an accurate time frame, and they were bagging it up right when we pulled up. There are a few tables, but they are off a very busy road. We ordered two build your own pasta bowls and a chicken Caesar salad. All of the entrees come with their garlic bread. One bowl had spinach fettuccine, pink sauce, grilled chicken, and broccoli. The other had spinach fettuccine, marinara, and sausage and peppers. You can also add Parmesan and basil for no extra cost. I love that you can as as much as you like, but each addition is kinda pricey. For those three dishes, before tip it was $50. It is delicious and we get the same thing each time, but it is a little pricey for a quick take out. I also love the location at Hillsboro Village. Food always tastes a little better if you don't have to take it home.

Knowing that its a specialty pasta place, I was not very impressed by the pasta menu, options and the taste. Not very intrigued to go back.

I've been eating here for 5 years and never been disappointed, especially with the pasta and cannolis. Always have friendly service. Switched things up tonight and had the meatball sub for the first time in a while. While tasty, it was literally 6 bites and not the enormous two-hand grinder I've had in the past. Did something change?? The sandwich was hot and fresh but the bread was the thickness of a tortilla. Hoping this was an anomaly and not the new standard.

Visiting Nashvillle and this place wasn't too far off our path, so tried it for dinner. Difficult to park, so that almost made this place a no-go for us. But after circling a few times, we were able to hop in for carry out. Overall, it was OK...but expensive for the taste and portion size. We had the chicken parm and spaghetti. There was some red in the chicken breast when I cut into it, which makes me a little nervous it's not thoroughly cooked, but maybe that's just me. Spaghetti was too firm for my liking and sauce didn't leave much of an impression. There was basil on top of the dish, possibly to try to enhance the flavor if you like basil.

Big fan of this place. Service was great, food was affordable and most importantly delicious. Great value, will be a repeat customer.

First time in Nashville and I stopped at Nicoletto's to grab some lunch and wow! You can't eat there so we took everything to go. I had the pasta bowls with the bolognese sauce and another with the pink sauce and beef meatballs. The pink sauce was like nothing I've ever had before - it was so delicious. The bolognese was also amazing. Overall it's great pasta and the staff was very friendly. I ended up taking some pasta and sauce home to NY to recreate a dish - it's that good .

Man this is some of the most flavorful food I've had in a while. We weren't sure what to get so one of their employees kindly let us try a tray of every sauce they had to sample. Their spicy marinara & pesto were delicious. I wasn't feeling pasta so went with the Italian beef sandwich & was pleasantly surprised how tasty it was. I also got a side caprese salad that you could tell was super fresh & full of flavor. Only issue with this place was the $16 parking outside lol. But what can you expect from any place in Nashville.

Food tasted wonderful and the service was quick. I ordered online thru their website and picked up at the window. I did a build your own pasta bowl and opted for the kids size which ended up being $7 for quite a filling portion of pasta paired with fresh bread. The potato gnocchi paired with pesto Alfredo was packed with flavor! The ambiance was perfect for a nice fall day. Outdoor seating only so I opted to forgo dining at the little umbrella covered bistro table and took my lunch Togo. Overall, food was great and I'm definitely coming back!

It's like a food truck without wheels. I can't rate Ambiance. N/A. Service was similar to a food truck, but at the customer eye level. The counter people get A. Food rating: Rigatoni with pesto gets A. Caprese salad, B. Rigatoni with marinara sauce gets B. I'm sorry to give this review for meatballs, D. The texture was tight and dense. The taste was too salty. It overpowered the actual taste of the meat. It ruined the dish.

Their bread is the best focaccia I have ever had! My favorite dish is the Gnocchi Bolognese!

A friend recommended that I give Nicholetto's a try, so I conveniently placed a to-go through their website. So many options, I chose... Choose Your-Own Pasta bowl: *1 out of 9 Pastas- I chose Spinach Fettuccini but wished I lived on the edge and picked Garlic Linguine or Red Pepper Bucatini. Just gives me a reason to return ;-) *1 out of 6 Sauces- I picked the Pink Sauce that was absolutely delicious. *Pick up to 5 Protein or Veggies for an added charge- I chose the sauteed Zucchini and Squash for an added $2.95 and Vegan meatballs $4.95 *Parmesan or Basil topping- I chose the Basil. Added a side- The Chicago Chop Salad. Veggies were nice and fresh. My friend warned me that there is limited parking and it is in a sketchy neighborhood, so I scheduled pick up an hour before close. I had no issues parked near the entrance and my order was ready when I arrived. Staff was friendly and the restaurant was clean. My food was well packaged and still warm when I arrived home. Nice-sized potions that I was only able to eat half and saved the rest for lunch the next day. Actually it tasted better the next day, guess after the seasoning had time to sit. All in all it was really good and the garlic bread that came with it was perfect. Support local small businesses and more than likely will return to try other delicious options.

First, getting the chicken parm and a build your own bowl with zero extras and 2 cookies was $40. This food was barely worth $6.99. Reminded me of freezer section tv dinners. Chicken parm was more like a chicken fried steak with over cooked noodles. Bread was hard. Sauce was cold and grainy. Cheese not melted. If you're going to spend $40+ on a meal I would order from somewhere else. If you want something fast and mid, it's perfect.

The pasta here is great and mostly the service is great. Some burly man in the back is always mean mugging me, and that rubs me the wrong way. Show some respect, pasta goon. Btw, this was a barber shop for more than a hundred years until recently. Never found hair in my pink sauce (very good). I recommend more salt, but I enjoyed the spicey flavor.

This is an outdoor eating or to go restaurant. They do have signs saying order here and eat next door at Mickey's, but we chose to eat outside since it was nice. The food is to die for. The Italian beef is spicy and well made. It's not as large as that of those in Chicago, but it is a good substitute for being away from Illinois. The pasta bowl is decently sized. I did the mushroom and onions/peppers on farfalle and you definitely get lots of veggies! The focaccia is by far the best I've probably ever had. It's moist and salty and you can taste the olive oil. The fresh cut fries were awesome. You get a lot of fries, so much that they couldn't be finished. I had leftover pasta to bring home that will taste delicious tonight! The outdoor seating has umbrellas and you get some interesting entertainment if you stay long enough as there is a cigarette/liquor store across the way. Parking is a little confusing and if it is busy, you won't find a place to park at all. Otherwise, I will definitely be stopping in to eat again! Very friendly staff and delicious food!

Id Rate this a Zero if it Allowed me ...This company Charged my cc $70 for a $42 order !! They are Thieves !!

I'm having the best slice of cheesecake. Paired it with a glass of wine, Reisling. I'm in love. I love the texture and smooth creamy taste. My 1st time ordering take out from this restaurant. I'd love to have a meal in house. The cheesecake is definitely giving me the life that I need to serve.

I had a build your own pasta bowl. The pasta was cooked perfectly, the pink sauce was incredible and the beef meatballs were some of the best I have ever had!! I am only in town for a month, but I will be back weekly until I leave. Delish!!!

Not the best Italian beef. I've tried all the Italian beef sandwiches around Nashville and Nicoletto's was my last stop. Weird place. Doors were locked so you had to order at a walk up window. The girl that helped us was friendly and helpful. The beef left something to be desired. Sure, it was a turano roll, but the bottom of the roll was super thick so my sandwich was mostly bread. The flavor of the beef was meh. I guess if you've never had an Italian beef, this would taste good, but as far as beef sandwiches go, this wouldn't hold up in Chicago. Cannoli shell was flavorless, but the filling was decent. If they upped their shell game they'd have a good cannoli. Overall just ok, there's better places around town to get an Italian beef.

Food was just ok. Be aware this is carry out only. You cannot eat inside and the only place to eat is either outside or at the tavern next door. Garlic bread was great. Pasta was average. A huge disappointment.

We just moved literally right around the corner a few days before trying this restaurant out! We ordered to go: The chicken parm sub is DELISH and the side of fries is massive ... so one can get a couple of meals out of that in my opinion. The mac and cheese is seriously great comfort food and the kids portion was perfect for next day lunch! The sauce is creamy and the rainbow shaped pasta is adorable. My boyfriend ordered the gnocchi (and I tried as well of course) and it was divine. Sometimes we have gnocchi that is too watery/not cooked throughout and this was the exact opposite! They cooked it perfectly. They give bread with each order which is a yummy bonus! Will for sure be returning!

Discovered Nicoletto's on Uber Eats and decided to check them out for dinner. Although not a typical Italian meal, the Mac N Cheese options caught my eye. I like spicy everything, so I ordered the Green Chile Mac N Cheese - Fresh creste di gallo pasta tossed in spicy and smokey white cheddar and green chile sauce - and I added the Rosemary chicken. I have to say the sauce was rich, creamy, deliciously spicy and the chicken had good flavor. First time having that type of pasta and I loved the unique shape, it was hearty and quite filling.

Food was awesome! Different atmosphere as it's more of a carry out location. They did have a few tables. We sat outside and enjoyed some awesome pasta.