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Serves meat, vegan options available. Serves meat, vegan options available. Italian restaurant offering a vegan lentil soup, several vegan seasonal pasta dishes, and a mixed vegan platter. The chef can also prepare additional vegan options upon request. Has a vegan dessert available and oat milk for hot drinks. Open Mon 12:00-15:00, 19:00-22:00, Thu-Sat 12:00-15:00, 19:00-22:00, Sun 11:00-16:00. Closed Tue and Wed.


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11 Reviews

First Review by Suraj

AdrianCastillo

Points +35

Vegan
20 Jul 2024

One of the best meals ever eaten

I recently dined at Nonna Nini, located near Piazza del Comune in Assisi, and it was absolutely delicious—one of the best meals I have ever eaten. The restaurant offers a unique blend of Indian and Italian cuisine, resulting in complex flavors that are both subtle and strong.

One of the highlights for me was their accommodating menu, which includes gluten-free options and completely vegan dishes. Unlike many places where you have to ask for modifications, their vegan offerings are thoughtfully crafted without needing to request the removal of cheese or other non-vegan ingredients.

The chef is super friendly and clearly passionate about the food. The experience leans towards fine dining, but the atmosphere remains casual and relaxed. The service and ambiance were both great, making the entire experience enjoyable. My only minor disappointment was the lack of vegan dessert options.

Overall, Nonna Nini is a fantastic spot for anyone looking to explore a fusion of Indian and Italian flavors, whether you have dietary restrictions or not.

Updated from previous review on 2024-07-20

Pros: complex flavors, both subtle and strong, Vegan dishes , Friendly Chef

Cons: Meat dishes :(, No vegan desserts

chatreuse

Points +3191

Vegan
04 Jul 2023

Good options

This place is Indian Italian fusion, for those times when you might get sick of pizza and pasta and foccacia.
The owner was very knowledgeable and accommodating towards veganism. I ordered the samosas (which she said they would serve without the yoghurt to make it vegan), and a chickpea curry, whose name I don't recall, which was already vegan.
The samosas were delicious, and so was the chickpea curry, which had a truffle oil through it. This was so different but so good!
The chef came out to say hello, both him and the owner were so lovely and friendly.

Squiid

Points +634

Vegan
06 Jun 2023

Great food

We got samosas with Indian inspired vegetables on the side. (Also got nonvegan ravioli drenched in butter 😕 for my mom). The samosas were very good but she accidentally put dairy yogurt on my plate. Although she apologized profusely, she didn’t catch it until I asked about it.

Pros: The owner is very nice and knowledgeable , Talked us through many vegan options

Cons: Put dairy yogurt on the plate

Quija

Points +40

Vegan
27 May 2023

Great veg options

The owner is very friendly and happy to talk through their vegan options. Four different vegan meals offered. My pasta meal was great!!

Cheetos

Points +159

Vegan
26 May 2023

Creative Umbrian / Indian Fusion

Plenty of vegan options at this Umbrian and Indian fusion restaurant. It’s a delightful place. The chef is from Vermont, and the other chef is from India who has been in RCC for one year. Together they are making some very creative dishes. They have plenty of vegan options. If you let them know you’re coming ahead of time, they are willing to work with you to create Alternative vegan options as well. We were so impressed that we came back a second time during our 10 day vacation. I highly recommend Nonna Nini.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Happy to Veganize dishes, My favorite restaurant in Umbria

Cons: I can’t think of anything

ThaisCampello

Points +16

Vegan
25 May 2023

Amazing Vegan Dinner

Vegan options are not clearly labeled but they are happy to do some modifications to create vegan dishes! The food is incredible. Highly recommend it!

Pros: Food, Location, Atmosphere

Vfm

Points +46

Vegetarian
28 Apr 2023

Perfect

Just delicious! A very good change for pizza and so. Very cordial crew.

aerojrp

Points +22

Vegan
05 Jan 2023

Great choice in Assisi! Not just another panini shop

Great local food. They understand vegan and accommodated us with no problems… #Veganuary

Pros: Understood vegan, A few good options, Reasonable cost

Cons: None

SaraV01

Points +206

Vegan
10 Dec 2022

Poteva andare meglio

La chef è molto gentile e si è subito dimostrata disponibile a preparare qualcosa di vegano.
Abbiamo preso il riso al cocco e limone (non presente nel menù) e ci è piaciuto davvero molto.
Abbiamo anche preso le verdure speziate servite con riso e anche queste erano buone.
Purtroppo il servizio è stato molto lento nonostante ci fossero solo altri 2 tavoli occupati e oltre a questo abbiamo trovato due capelli in due piatti.
Prezzi un po' alti ma in linea con gli altri ristoranti "turistici" della zona.

Pros: Personale disponibile , Piatti vegani buoni

Cons: Servizio molto lento

BettySlutsky

Points +883

Vegan
22 Aug 2022

Surprise Indian food!

I found this place listed here. The menu was all in Italian, of which I understand very little, so I asked our server (all the staff spoke great English) what they had that’s vegan. Turns out there’s a visiting Indian chef, so he whipped up some chana masala, aloo gobi, lentil soup, and basmati rice, and he personally served it to mommy and me! It was glorious and everyone was very nice. The bread they put on our table (not naan) was gross.

Pros: Fabulous service , Lovely food, Reasonably priced

Cons: Icky bread

Suraj

Points +79

Vegan
20 May 2022

Vegan-friendly Italian restaurant with amazing English speaking staff

Very friendly and a clear understanding of “vegan”. The meal freshly prepared at short notice was fantastic. They could do wonders with more notice, including vegan dessert. Ask for the owner Tracy who is fantastic.

Pros: Most things can be veganised, Oat milk available, Friendly English speaking staff




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