Nonna + Zucchero
1731 India St, San Diego, CA
Crema's Take
“Nestled in the heart of Little Italy, Nonna + Zucchero charms visitors with its ingenious blend of traditional Italian restaurant and intimate coffee counter, creating a cozy, comforting atmosphere perfect for lingering over espresso drinks or a full breakfast. The open-air dining and family-friendly vibe draw regulars who appreciate that this spot punches well above its price point, offering generous pasta dishes and quality coffee without the pretension of neighboring establishments. Whether you're seeking a leisurely morning cappuccino with a pastry or a longer sit-down meal, there's a genuine warmth here that keeps people coming back.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
We loved this place with open air dining right in Little Italy with amazing food! It wasn't as pricey as some of the others, so I had some concern that the pasta dishes might not be as good. They exceded expectations! We had the short rib pappardelle and the mushroom…
I started to walk around Little Italy looking for something to eat. A lot of the menus are basically the same but something about Nonna seemed comforting and it definitely was! The staff here is very kind. The interior is welcoming. But the food is just excellent! I would…
This morning we visited Nonna restaurant. We ordered two pasta dishes. I had a mimosa and an Americano with cream, and my boyfriend ordered a cappuccino. I want to start with the coffee - it was genuinely very good. I truly enjoyed my Americano, and the cappuccino was also…
Don’t be fooled by the other reviews. This place was “ok” at best. The Caesar salad was weirdly sweet. The pesto gnocchi has raw dry sun dried tomatoes on it. The food was bland and our waitress was boarder-line rude “why aren’t you ready to order yet?”….”I don’t understand why…
This spot is definitely unique — the coffee shop is located right inside the restaurant, which confused me for a moment. There’s just one table specifically for the coffee shop, and the rest belong to the restaurant, but honestly that made the experience more interesting and…
Crema Reviews
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