Welcome to Nonna's Italian Bistro
"Nonna's Italian Bistro, located in Centennial, CO, is a women-owned establishment that offers a cozy and classy ambiance. They specialize in Chicago Wood Oven Fired Pies like the Mediterranean Basil Pesto and Margherita. Their Antipasti and Desserts menu features delicious options like Classic Cannoli and Chandlers Sicilian Calamareti. The Zuppa section includes Papa Mike's Pasta Fagiole, a hearty and flavorful soup. With live music on Fridays and Saturdays, along with happy hour specials and a full bar, Nonna's is a great spot for a fun night out. Their attention to detail in both food and atmosphere makes it a must-visit for Italian cuisine lovers."
- 11877 E Arapahoe Rd Centennial, CO 8011111877 E Arapahoe Rd Centennial, CO 80111 Hotline: (303) 790-9999
Welcome to Nonna's Italian Bistro, a culinary gem nestled in Centennial, Colorado. This charming restaurant, located at 11877 E Arapahoe Rd, is more than just a dining spot; it’s a celebration of authentic Italian cuisine and the warmth of family tradition. With a phone line buzzing at (303) 790-9999, a vibrant atmosphere fills the air, inviting you to experience dishes crafted with passion and precision.
Stepping inside, you’ll find a beautifully designed restaurant that immediately captures the essence of Italian hospitality. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance between upscale elegance and a relaxed atmosphere. As you settle at your table, the friendly staff ensures that your dining experience is nothing short of exceptional, with many patrons noting the personal touch—like Nonna herself visiting tables to check in with guests.
The menu at Nonna's is a heartfelt tribute to traditional Italian fare, offering a delightful range of antipasti, salads, pastas, and desserts. Start with their Il Cozze, featuring fresh steamed PEI mussels in a tantalizing tomato and lemon butter sauce that’s simply irresistible. For an elegant touch, try the Burrata, served with roasted red pepper coulis and organic greens—a dish that captures both creamy richness and fresh flavors.
Salads like the Caprese Al Pomodoro and Joe's Insalata Di Cesare provide a refreshing accompaniment to your meal, highlighting the quality of ingredients. The Papa Mike's Pasta Fagiole is a comforting, hearty soup filled with flavors that evoke nostalgia, making it a must-try.
No Italian meal is complete without dessert, and the classic Cannoli—available in pistachio or chocolate chip—is a perfect way to conclude your culinary journey. Patrons rave about the decadent dessert options, like their beloved tiramisu, offering a sweet farewell to your dining experience.
What sets Nonna's apart is not only the food but the commitment to making every visit special. Regulars, like Todd and Jim, appreciate the lively music that fills the air during weekends, enhancing the dining experience without drowning out conversation. And as Bailey so beautifully articulated, it’s the hidden treasures that surprise you—the delightful food, the stunning decor, and an overall ambiance that makes it ideal for date nights or special occasions.
So, whether you’re in the mood for a cozy dinner or a festive gathering, Nonna's Italian Bistro is the spot to savor authentic Italian flavors while feeling right at home. Join me in exploring this remarkable venue that serves as both a heartbeat of the community and a delicious ode to Italian culinary tradition.

We happened upon Nonna's by accident on Friday. We had to find a plan B due to our reservation not going through at another Italian restaurant. When we pulled up I had no idea that we would be having the BEST Italian food. Each member or the team was proud to be there. Nonna even walked around and met each table. While Nonna's is not hidden by any means, right off of Arapaho, I had never given it the time of day due to the less impressive exterior. We walked in and I was STUNNED at how beautiful the restaurant was. There was not a bad bite of food from anyone from our table. This is easily going to become my boyfriend and i's new date spot. Thank you for the amazing meal and the amazing service.

It was super busy for Christmas Eve but we didn't wait long to be seated for our reservation. Food was tasty. The holiday margarita was certainly festive sparkling in a glass ornament. There was a singer performing Christmas songs. He was pretty good. It wasn't super loud. We could still hold a conversation. All in all a great way to spend Christmas Eve.

Lovely, wonderful place. Highly recommended. The food is fantastic, the service impeccable, and the ambience is upscale yet relaxed. Nothing pretentious about this restaurant, just high quality dining with great service. I've been many times with numerous friends and will be back again.

This is the only Italian place in the Denver metro area we eat. We enjoy the atmosphere and music on the weekends. Always good to have a reservation but if you are not eating at 6-8 it's easy and quick to get sat.

What a great find, who knew great Italian was in Centennial? The inside of this place is absolutely beautiful so classy and would be a great date nite. I felt a little bad coming in from moving not really dressed up and just wanted a great meal. Boy- did I get it! It was late for me at 630p so I didn't want like a heavy large meal and ravioli is usually not super large. I got the asparagus ravioli with lemon cream sauce and wowza. I wanted to lick the bowl. The Caesar was also great. The Lemon drop martini was strong. They had live music and wow he was amazing. My only semi miss is the mussels don't come with toast points and so you don't know that til you get them. We asked and apparently an up charge and we had to wait a few for them. Maybe add a more *toasted points extra so people know. Mussels were great. Took some tiramisu home and yum. Also my toddler liked the kid spaghetti a large bowl and oh so tasty. Will return many times again.

The food was very good and tasty. No issues with food or service. The place is quiet, plenty of sitting, and clean bathrooms.

Food was fantastic, service was a little questionable at first but once he warmed up he was top notch. Thinking he was busy and needed a moment to collect himself. Great with the wine recommendations and made our group of ladies feel comfortable and relaxed. This is a little in the pricey side, as I guess Italian tends to be. Either way it was delicious food and I loved my pasta dish. Maybe too much ! The restrooms were clean and made me feel comfortable with their kitchen. What's the motto? A clean bathroom tells me how you keep your kitchen. Just food for thought .

We just experienced Nonna's for the first time this weekend and had a wonderful meal. The first impression when you walk into the dining room is that this is a really classy place with a pleasant atmosphere and vibe. Our waiter James greeted us upon arrival at the table, learned that it was our first time, and gave us a quick run down on the restaurant and some of the menu items he recommended. The menu is an excellent size and I like that they have plenty of choices without trying to make every possible Italian dish. It gives a lot of confidence that what they are doing is going to be quality. We started with some cocktails an order of their delicious garlic knots and the Nonna's Salad. We did not each want a large salad and James graciously offered to have the kitchen split it for us. This salad is great with marinated beets, candied walnuts, and feta cheese on a bed of lettuce that is gently dressed with their Italian dressing. For my entre, I had the Arrbbiata pasta which is penne pasta with mushrooms, onions, and their signature Italian sausage. Everything is tossed in a rosa sauce and it is delicious. The pasta was perfectly cooked and was served hot. James also brought us some of their house bread that I used to soak up all the sauce in my bowl. My wife had the Salsicciae Popetta Spaghetti which is your traditional spaghetti noodle with handmade meatballs and Italian sausage. She mentioned that it had just the right amount of sauce and that it was just what she wanted. We passed on dessert and will have to try it on another visit. We are very happy to have found this great Italian restaurant and if you want to have a great night out, be sure to go to Nonna's Italian Bistro.

We have driven by Nonna's a hundred times and finally decided to give it a try. We were seated right away. The inside was upscale Italian bistro without looking cliche. There was live music by a piano player and it was enjoyable and not too loud so we were still able to converse. The drinks were amazing. The special "Cosmic Cosmo" was impressive when it arrived and was bubbling and had edible glitter. It was a fun drink. The moscato peach was very good too. We ordered stuffed mushrooms and garlic knots. Both were very tasty. The interior of the mushrooms were creamy so it was a different texture than expected for stuffed mushrooms but was good. The garlic knots were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and the sauce was perfect blend of spices nothing too overpowering. The lasagna was delicious and cheesy. The chicken parmigiana was tender and the linguine cooked to perfection. We were stuffed so we brought some of the Italian wedding cookies and caramels home. Italian wedding cookies are some of my favorites and these did not disappoint. I would highly recommend stopping by Nonna's (and they take reservations!)