Nonni's Bistro

The service here is top notch. The food is intriguing. The atmosphere is quaint. We had a great lunch and will be back again.

Nonni's is a bistro on mainstreat that has a true bistro feel. The staff is personable and each have regulars that come out every weekend. It's bright and airy, with outdoor seating and live music on Fridays. But the food. OH the food! I've had the carpaccio, the goat cheese dish, the cheeseburger, beef Stroganoff and now duck. Everything has been DeLIcious!! The thing that got me to write the review is the duck. Holy moly. The blue cheese polenta, the red wine demi-glace, the duck itself, all cooked to perfection with such depth of flavor! It's expensive ($43) but it is WORTH it. Wow. Well done Nonni's!!

I had high hopes for this place as many recommended it as a great eatery. I thougt the ambience was great with friendly staff and good food options. However, I was disappointed at what I ordered, French Onion Soup. It was too sweet for my taste and didn't meet my expectation. My friend had a sandwich which she loved so I am assuming it could just be my soup. I wish my soup hadn't been too sweet. It just didn't taste like a french onion soup. The breadroll was great though.

First, I wish to say Nonni's wait staff is first class. This restaurant is unique in its setting. The restaurant has an inside dining that feels like you are eating outdoors. The front windows fully open. The night we went, Michelle Lambert was performing - her music was terrific. My adult children were excited to see Michelle perform (a local SF Bay performer). Our group had the halibut (the night's special), steak and frites, and croque madame. The food was delicious. The very friendly owner was welcoming and came by our table to ensure everything was perfect. Please do give Nonni's Bistro a try. We don't believe you will be disappointed.

I decided to try this place for my 32nd birthday dinner with my family. We had a really nice time at the restaurant they had a wide variety of drinks and a pretty diverse menu for being a small little bistro. I also enjoyed the fact that the restaurant was very baby friendly they had a restroom with a nice changing table and it helped with changing my 6 month old daughter. I thought the ambiance and food was really nice and peaceful. I got to enjoy my first glass of wine because I am no longer breastfeeding and our waiter was very helpful. My poor husband was feeding the baby and he offered to hold the bottle for us and that was very sweet and helpful . I would definitely come back to this place in the future because the service was friendly and the food was really good . I had salmon and each one of my family members tried something different on the menu so we had a very broad and positive experience. The only downside is the inside restaurant doesn’t have room for strollers so that is why we sat outside.

What a wonderful experience! Excellent food; the lamb chops were perfectly cooked, tender and flavorful with an excellent balance of accouterments, the cocktail was refreshing, a perfect beer pairing with dessert! The service was very attentive and meticulous with great presentation!

Tried this place for brunch and had a mixed experience. Ordered the Scandinavian Benedict, and unfortunately, it was a disappointment. The dish was overwhelmed with onions, and the fish had an overpowering smell that made it hard to enjoy. Definitely not the best execution of a Benedict I’ve had. On the bright side, the French toast was great—fluffy, flavorful, and well-balanced with the toppings. Service was decent, but overall, the food was hit or miss. Might come back for the sweet dishes, but wouldn’t recommend the Benedict.

Fun live music the night we were there. Crowded, but they had a spot for us as a walkin . The food was pretty good. The French onion soup was a little watery. Salmon and steak salad were ok but expected more.

A friend and I actually had plans to go somewhere else down the street but when we arrived, they were closed for an inspection. My friend spotted Nonni's and said "this spot looks cozy" so we went with her intuition and gave it a try. It was around 2 PM on a Friday and we were seated immediately. The place was small and cozy, but very welcoming and comfortable. It was clean and bright. The staff were very quick to attend to us and very friendly. Dining here was very reminiscent of how dining out used to be...no app, small but attentive wait staff, family owned/run type of vibe. We really enjoyed the food. It's the menu is all around American dining. We were served fresh baked rosemary dinner rolls with butter to start off - they were warm and chewy and delicious! We decided to split the cheeseburger with a side of French onion, soup, and the fish hot pot. We also ordered a side of fries. The food arrived quickly and was hot. The burger was really good. We ordered it medium well and I would say it came more on the well done side as there was no pink. It was served a very soft ciabatta and the mayonnaise/sauce was tasty but not overpowering. We went for a simple, traditional cheeseburger with cheddar and nothing fancy, no extras. The Fish hot pot was good, but I wasn't that excited that they used salmon as the fish of the day. I think it would've been better with a delicate whitefish, but overall it was a comfort dish on a cold, rainy day. The tomato broth was prepared and seasoned well. The French onion soup was good too and their fries were pretty addicting! All in all I would recommend this spot for some good comforting bites. And, I didn't find them to be too pricey for the serving size... We were pleased, and our bellies were full.

I got a chance to visit Nonni's on Main Street in Pleasanton again last night before a show. What a pleasant Street we arrive without a reservation and we're quick seated on a Friday night Ban our server got out some grilled oysters first and then I had a salad as well as the lamb chops. Everything was delicious right down to my chamomile tea all four of us were very pleased with not only Our meal in the life basement but also the service and the environment is spectacular. I highly recommend !

After attending a fantastic Chautauqua event of Bessie Smith sponsored by Museum on Main at the Firehouse Arts Center, several attendees enthusiastically referred us to Nonni's when we inquired where to go between shows. We took their advice and it did not disappoint! Our party's order consisted of the Curried Egg Salad, Filetto, and SBLT sandwiches. D.E.L.I.C.I.O.U.S.!!! A to-go order of Smoked Salmon Pasta was just as yummy the next day. When we return for the next season will be back. In fact, we may have to make a trip over for a fantastic meal.

Came with friends for dinner - what a surprise; fresh baked rolls started off the evening, along with an appetizer of carpaccio, a Cesar salad & a house salad. Then came some French onion soup, with a veggie sandwich, some fries to boot. 2 orders of the beef stroganoff & the wild mushroom ravioli. The ravioli were heavenly, the beef stroganoff was delicious via the consumers & the French onion soup smelled spectacular. Service was on point, from being seated, ordering the food to the wait staff who bring out the food, all executed timely. The ambiance is homey, small restaurant. Will return as those ravioli's will be calling me soon.

I love their seasonal specials. I tend to order something different whenever I come here. Staff are friendly and combs your table when grabbing finished plates. Very cozy, and can get loud if it's busy. Cocktails are great here too.

Our favorite brunch or weekend lunch place - the food is fresh, amazing and the service is truly a standout! You are treated with a family-like genuine warmth - the place, people and the food all reflect the same genuine care

Came on a Sunday so we thought it would be a bit of a wait but we were sat right away. The service was fine not great not bad. They have a great bottomless mimosas and they are bigger glasses for bottomless than the regular mimosas. We tried the Benedict's and they were fine nothing special. Fruit was good and fresh so that was nice. I came for the bourbon French toast and was disappointed I expected tons of flavor but they were just ok the syrup helped a bit but I was looking for more flavor after reading the description. It is pretty busy and it can get noisy as the tables inside are a bit closer together. It's a smaller space inside. The price to me for the food and taste was just not worth it. I did love the mimosas and will be back for those!

Stopped by downtown Pleasanton during "Weekends on Main" street fest, the road closed to vehicles creating a lovely and inviting atmosphere filled with adorable shops and eateries. Among this is Nonni's Bistro which was by far the most captivating establishment on the block this past Sunday. Gunhild Carling was performing live music during dinner time, that could be heard from afar, unique renditions of songs like Hello Dolly! as well as her classic march through the crowd with band members playing their instruments to the tune of When the Saints Go Marching In. The seating here is a bit tight, but they made it work. The musicians actually walked out into the street (Main Street closed to traffic for the street fest), and still squeezed themselves through the tables inside. She even took song requests from guests. I say it time and time again, Gunhild Carling is a remarkable performer, and I never get tired of her shows. Plus I think she performs at Nonni's regularly, her beautiful artwork is even displayed on the wall. No surprise, it was a full house both inside and outdoors when I came by this past weekend for dinner. I sat at the bar (it's small with only four seats), and the restaurant had its storefront windows opened up so guests could enjoy the live entertainment from inside too. Service was great as well. Staff was friendly and accommodating, and there were ample employees running around helping customers. I didn't encounter any unreasonable wait times, even with how busy the place was. For food, I ordered the croque madam with french onion soup as the side. The soup was delish, with the sweetness of caramelized onions in the savory broth, combined with the nutty flavor from the melted layer of cheese on top, it was yummy. The sandwich was even better, large in size, filled with thick slices of ham and lots of melted cheese, a runny egg on top, and flavorful toast that somehow stayed crisp on the bottom through my entire meal, with the taste of crispy cheese at the edges. Wow, I think I found my new favorite dish!

Nonni's Bistro was the parent choice for their anniversary dinner and what a solid choice it was. The service and hospitality is topnotch and the live music elevates the ambiance. We all had various items and I had a scrumptious pork chop. Everything on my plate was delicious.

2.5 Stars The service and the interior of the restaurant were great! Our waiter was very nice, attentive, and helpful, answering all our questions about the menu. The food however, was very disappointing. With the price point and high quality energy of the restaurant we expected the food to be much better. First the bread and butter. While shaped like a beautiful rose, the butter was quite hard and difficult to spread. The rolls were warm and soft but not as flavorful as I would have expected. We got the baked oysters to start, and they were the worst thing about the meal by far. Once you finished the delicious toasted cheese on top, the oyster tasted like feet. They were wayy too fishy, and seemed quite old. For dinner I ordered the Penne Pasta, which came hot but lacked any real flavor outside of the basic tomato sauce. The parm did not melt at all into the pasta, and I could have done better by grating my own at home. My partner got the lamb. Which originally caused confusion, as we had two different prices for it on our menus. His stated it was $26 while mine had it at $49. With these vastly different prices we asked the waiter, who informed us that the more expensive price was the new "lamb chops" while his was the old "lamb patty." They were able to give him the original version which we appreciated. The lamb was a bit overcooked but otherwise he enjoyed his meal. The drinks were delicious, and they had a wide variety to choose from! With the cost of the meal, the food did not measure up. However, the waiter and the drinks were great!

Nonni's has their act together!! Great service from smiling waiters Cozy atmosphere Real candles! Beautiful jars of cool water with greenery and lemon Warm rosemary buns with a little tail come in a cute little purse The butter is shaped like a rose Salmon seasoned and cooked perfectly Pesto basil dressing on salad was super Capers in the salad for extra flavor Crème brûlée delicious with sugar crust, powdered sugar and raspberries Jenny De Santos on the mic serenading beautifully Very special place!

The best European inspired restaurant in the area! Our favorites: French onion soup & goat cheese crepe. Their Mimosa pitcher is awesome! Great vibe and ambience. Staff is always prompt and courteous. Live music on Sundays. Nonnis is definitely a gem in the beautiful Pleasanton downtown!

Visited for a weekday lunch and was quickly greeted with a friendly welcome. Small, simple menu and ordered: :: Seasonal Fish Pot - this was delicious with salmon, mussels, shrimp in a tomato-based broth similar to a cioppino which I love. The accompanying garlic-cheese toast was perfect! :: Filetto Sandwich - grilled beef sirloin with onion, mushrooms caramelized onions, greens, aioli on ciabatta - tender pieces of beef and yummy Service was friendly and efficient. Place is cozy and cute with outdoor parklet for dining. Will have to visit for dinner and the live music.

We were with a large group (10 people) and the service was perfect. They were totally on it from the minute we arrived. We shared some tasty appetizers, had wine and some great cocktails. One small odd thing was the music which was very eclectic (a Spotify playlist maybe?) but songs would change abruptly. Small thing. More importantly, the food was fantastic. I had a white fish (that I'd never heard of...similar to a branzino maybe?) that was perfectly prepared and had me practically licking the plate. Looking forward to going back with just my wife so I can take it all in again. Food was great but the hospitality was the star. That's not something we see very often and we loved it. I took a picture of their trademark butter rose but I see that there are already dozens here so I'll refrain.

Great customer service, great food and great atmosphere! I love the chi one sandwich, my husband likes steak and frites, my daughter loves smoked salmon pasta.

NYE at its finest. What can we say. Jon is the real deal. He genuinely cares about this community, his patrons, and his staff. Tonight was above and beyond. The menu included the starter of a shot of red peppers soup with a puffed pastry, and entree choice of fresh Alaskan Halibut or Roast Tenderloin Beef, followed by the dessert (roast fig gelato, biscotti crumple, Bailey and espresso). This isn't just a review, it was really that good.

Nonni's really is a gem! The food was straight forward but exciting! There were three or four things on the menu I wanted to try but was very satisfied with my choices. The staff was excellent. The location was perfect for outdoor eating or an afternoon stroll after. There is street parking. It was very clean.

The ambiance, the service, the food, all of it was top notch! We had great service from beginning to end of our dinner. The service was impeccable and friendly, and the whole place is very classy and welcoming. We sat outside and had heaters above us and they offered us blankets if we got cold. We picked out a very good Cab Franc from Steven Kent, and it was excellent and went well with our beef stroganoff. The best part of the dinner was the house salad! It had an amazing dressing on it. We met the owner and he was so friendly and welcoming and gave us a gift at the end of our dinner, the amazing salad dressing! We will go back for sure and try out other things on the menu. Thank you for the excellent service and food!

This restaurant is very unique in it setting. The restaurant has an inside dining that feels like you are eating outdoors. The front windows fully open. They also have outside dining. Pleasanton has many great restaurants. This is one we have forgotten about and decided we need to reintroduce Nonni's into our restaurants that we frequent often. The food was delicious, the very friendly and very professional, the owner was very welcoming and the live music was excellent. Live music are on Fridays and Sunday evenings. We started out with cocktails, our dinners were: cobb salads, mushroom ravioli and hamburger. All were yummy. Please do give Nonni's Bistro a try in Pleasanton.

Came here after the Pleasanton Run for Education! Gotta say the ambiance was nice. Very cute interior. Service was very quick but with that being said, we were rushed. They took us as a "walk-in" but let us know we only had about 1 hour and 20 minutes to dine. So I did feel like I couldn't really enjoy my time with friends. The food was pretty tasty, can't say it was bad at all! But I wouldn't say it was anything spectacular. I would say decent portion for price. I would come back and try some other dishes. The coffee was good though, brewed very well.

Cute little restaurant in downtown Pleasanton, my friends and I weren't super hungry so decided to go with the cup of soup and roasted vegetable sandwich. While they both were looking forward to the French onion soup, I'm not a fan so tried their root vegetable soup, which was delicious. The roasted vegetable sandwich was a healthy size so after eating half I had to take leftovers home and had it with an egg the next morning. Staff was friendly and the owner or manager said thanks and goodbye when we left.

It was 100 degrees outside. By the time I parked and walked a few blocks to the restaurant, I was hot and needed some water. It was 12:30 and the place was hopping. The tables inside are placed pretty close to each other. I actually could not get into my chair as there was someone right behind me so we had to move the table over. Our kind server brought us small glasses of ice water and left us a carafe of water with mint inside. It was refreshing and hit the spot. The menu is large and varied with breakfast items like pancakes, french toast, omelettes, benedicts as well as some healthy alternatives. We both ordered the chiccone (chicken) sandwich with no onions. It's a grilled chicken breast with roasted red peppers, onions and jack cheese on a ciabatta bun. You have a choice of fries, salad or soup and we both decided on the salad with their basil vinaigrette. The greens were fresh and crisp and the vinaigrette was delicious and light. We expected the restaurant to be busy since it was a Saturday and a short distance from the Farmer's Market. We had a very pleasant meal even though people were bustling around us. We could chat comfortably and we both thoroughly enjoyed our flavorful lunches. They also have outside dining in front of the restaurant.

I had maybe one of the best restaurant experiences of my life here. Food is unbelievable, the service is unprecedented. What a supremely enjoyable experience. I will absolutely return

Felt like sitting outside sipping some cocktails so I looked up and found this spot. Service was friendly but food did not meet my expectation. French onion soup was bland and duck dish was so overpriced. Nice part was there was live band for you.

What a charming bistro on a street full of many restaurants to choose from. I'm glad we stopped in. The place was packed which is usually a sign of good food and this was no exception. We both had Williams Pot served in a cute yellow bowl/pot. Everything is layered so I'd recommend stirring before you dive in. Wish I'd thought to do that because all the goodies were at the bottom of the bowl. I'd definitely stop in again when I'm in the area.

Great lunch at Nonni's yesterday with friends. Lovely day sitting outside - got to chat with Jon and enjoy his special bouillabaisse! It was fantastic, stocked with lots of fish, shellfish and yummy broth! My friends enjoyed the bistro steak salad and salmon salad. Great service made it very enjoyable!

Definitely one of the cuter brunch spots in downtown Pleasanton, but it's really only worth it (IMO) if you're able to snag the indoor table right by their patio doors- that spot has the best view/ambiance. I've tried the protein scramble, egg white omelette, and William's Pot; all were solid but nothing particularly memorable. The food is standard breakfast fare. One downside: it gets pretty loud inside. Decent choice if you're in the area but not a must-visit.

Pretty much enjoy weekend brunch with large portions for two! Good atmosphere and nice to sit outside

Was in town visiting and went to the farmers market downtown. After grabbing a few groceries it was time to eat! This whole block is filled with restaurants/cafes it was so hard to choose. We ended up deciding on Nonni's just based off of reviews and how many stars it had on here. The inside was cute and the staff was friendly for sure, made sure to answer any questions we had about the menu. The food was decent, might just not have been my cup of tea. I ordered the Spanish omelette, though it wasn't giving "omelette". It was more so all the cooked fillings were hiding under a thick blanket layer of egg (rather than like inside a pocket like a normal omelette) flavors were good though, nothing here was nasty. Just didn't blow my mind how the reviews said it would. My partner ordered the cheese blintzes and she liked them. Overall, like I said this could just be my own taste buds of course nothing was nasty just regular & left us feeling like we could've walked into any of the other places down there and been more satisfied.

Great food and wonderful service. Went here for dinner and love the ambience of the place, felt homey. The lamb melted like butter and the mashed potatoes behind it was light that complemented it. The complimentary bread was delicious, had a nice crust exterior and fluffy inside. I also got myself an old fashioned that tasted delicious!

Came here for lunch and there was no wait. I ordered a burger and the French onion soup. The burger was really tasty as the meat was juicy and tender but the bread was a little hard. The French onion soup wasn't that great as it didn't really have flavor and the onion wasn't cooked enough. The cheese was also pretty bland. I would give the burger an 8/10 and the soup a 6/10.

Cute spot with indoor and outdoor seating. Parking is around the corner or street parking. Service was good, came by quite a few times to make sure everything was to our liking. The Williams pot was good, but quite greasy towards the bottom. The cheese blintze was delicious. Nice soft texture that melts in your mouth and the berries with the glaze is just to die for. I would go back for those alone. Had some drinks that were great for the time we came. It was refreshing.

I love Nonni's food options and of course the bottomless mimosa's although I can get carried away quick. Friendly service, excellent ambiance and the location makes it easy for you to take a stroll and walk off those calories.

We sat outside here on a lovely day and enjoyed our lunches! I had the mussels and fries and my husband had the turkey club sandwich. Service was very friendly.

Nonni's is a great breakfast and brunch place. This time my friends and I decided to come for the dinner. I ordered the steak salad and my friends ordered the prawn moqueca and steak. Everything came out with beautiful presentation. My friend loved the prawns and potato dumplings. She said the sauce had great flavor and the prawns were fresh. They were cooked to perfection. Our server was kind and checked on us routinely. He filled our waters and made sure we had bread when we were running low. We went on a friday night which they had a live singer. We really enjoyed a nice relaxing atmosphere and the live music was very enjoyable.

I am here for Porsches on Main and Nonni's seems to be the only place open. I went for "The Valley" omelette composed of sauteed spinach, bacon, mushrooms and cheddar cheese accompanied by a generous house salad and an English muffin. Service was prompt and efficient and the quality and quantity of ingredients were top notch. I appreciate that they do not over salt the omelette in the kitchen but instead provided both pepper and salt grinders at each table. Too many restaurants these days do not do this and instead over salt your food without your consent. Well done Nonni's. Keep up the good work.

Nonni's Bistro is a family favorite of ours. Whenever we are in the area we try to stop by. We happened to be in the area Sunday morning and opted for brunch. My group chose to sit in the outdoor patio as the weather was amazing outside. The staff was great! I had the Williams Pot with sourdough bread and it was delicious. The portion was huge and I wasn't able to eat it all. Nonni's Bistro never disappoints. I look forward to my next meal here.

My husband, our daughter and I came here on my husband's birthday back in May. A chef was walking around and happily saying hello to the customers. All the employees were incredibly friendly and helpful. There was indoor and outdoor seating and the front was very open. The night we went we got to hear live music from out in front. There are pictures of horses on the walls in black and white, sepia, etc. My husband got the duck. He said it was okay. It was cooked well. However, the sauce was a little too acidic and there wasn't enough blue cheese for his liking. Our daughter got pasta. She, as usual, seemed to really enjoy her food. I got the salmon with a butter sauce. It came on a bed of beans and vegetables. It was the softest, flakiest, tastiest, and overall best salmon I think I have ever had. It's certainly a drive, but I do hope to get back there sometime.

We went here for dinner the other night and it was just okay. The ambiance was great and our service was wonderful but the food was average. My son ordered the salmon with mashed potatoes and he liked it. However my beef stroganoff was not good. The steak was chewy and had a overwhelming mushroom taste. Haven't tried their brunch so maybe I'll give that a try.

The servers and waiters were quick to take order. The ambiance, was perfect with the sitting, lighting, and the soft music. The food was delicious and worth the prices and the wait. Cant wait to go back to try other items in the menu..

We came here for Father's Day with friends and it was lovely. We had bottomless Mimosas and the food was amazing. The service was prompt and courteous and we will go back.

My Nana and I love their salads. Our favorites are grilled salmon fresh salad and the cobb salad. Their salads are always fresh and proteins are delicious. We order for pick up. They always honor our requests such as extra dressing and rosemary bread. Nonni's is our go to place for fresh, delicious, perfectly portioned salad... Also, the rosemary bread is served warm and it is delightful...

Nonni's is a quaint little restaurant in downtown Pleasanton. It seems clean but a bit dated. The service is friendly but a tad bit slow. The food took a long time to come out. I don't think they ever came back to check on us after delivering food. That said, the food was good. The awesome burger was awesome. Good flavor and well cooked. The salmon pasta was well prepared with smoked salmon. Our friends got the curried egg salad sandwiches and they seemed happy with it. They also apparently have fresh squeezed orange juice.

This place is nice and has a cute outdoor eating area. Their breakfast and brunch menu is nice and has a ton of options. We chose their protein option and huevos rancheros and both dishes were good. The team was really friendly as well, definitely a nice breakfast spot.

This is my absolute favorite place in Pleasanton for Sunday brunch. But their food is amazing every other day too. Here is tonight's dinner.

Everything about this little gem is amazing!! Ambiance, food, wine and service were impeccable definitely recommend!!

We decided to go there to have drinks and listen to the music on Sunday night we ended up eating there as well and the food and drinks were wonderful! Service, food, drinks & music all 5 stars!

Smallest thing that's actually so significant: their orange juice was probably the most authentic, orange-only juice I've tasted. It's so tart it makes your mouth pucker because it doesn't taste like there's any added sugar. It's so fresh. Sorry to rant about the orange juice lol. Everything else was good too! We ordered two Scandinavian Benedicts, a side of one pancake and some house potatoes. Benedicts didn't blow me away but they were enjoyable; lots of salmon too! Service was attentive and the tables were so cute; they had little flower mason jars on them! Pancake was good but idk if it was worth the cost. Strawberries were a nice touch!

Nonni's Bistro has a very warm vibe in downtown Pleasanton. Great service, friendly, efficient, personable....excellent food...warm herb rolls that taste like they just were baked, the sea bass has a lovely topping with feta and cucumbers and fingerling potatoes. the pork chop was lovely with a great sauce over the polenta and perfectly cooked asparagus. the desert crepe with the birthday candle was like a big sparkler, so much fun, and video-worthy. We just loved it. Excellent wine too. A cabernet franc that was so smooth on the palette. Grazie Mille. We are going back very soon.