sister restaurant to our 9th & 9th pizzeria,
nona is a backyard oasis set on the lot of a classic bungalow home in downtown salt lake city. nona serves rustic, non-fussy, wood-fired dishes, fresh cocktails and beer and wine on our al fresco patio in the summer and cozy lamp-lit garage in cool weather.
come down the driveway and through our hops arch and enjoy a meal and drink with us. no seed oils, nothing frozen, organic when possible.
Harvey Flowers
If you’re looking for an exceptional dining experience in Salt Lake City, Nona Bistro is an absolute must-visit! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, setting the perfect tone for a memorable meal. The highlight of our visit was the outstanding service provided by Chandler, our waitress. She was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, making sure we had everything we needed and offering great recommendations.
The food was nothing short of amazing. The Sicilian meatballs were perfectly seasoned, tender, and full of flavor, while the lasagna was rich, hearty, and simply divine. Every bite was a delight, and you could taste the quality of the ingredients in each dish. Nona Bistro has truly earned its five stars, and I can’t wait to return!
… moreIsaac Romero
I was around the area, and this place caught my attention with their beautiful outdoor seating that looked so pretty, plus it was a fresh day to be outside. The tables are a decent size, not bad. I got the lasagna, and it was so delicious, creamy, and cheesy. The flavor was just great, and the portion was good. I also tried the grilled chicken, but it was ok. When we tried the chicken, it was quite cold, and the flavor wasn’t satisfying, and for the price, I don’t think it was worth it. We also tried an oil lime cake to go, and when we tasted it, it had a fridge-old cake flavor. I know for sure I will come back for the lasagna, as it has been my favorite.
… moreLiz Palazzolo
I was thoroughly shocked and surprised at how absolutely lovely the atmosphere was at this restaurant. Our service was impeccable. My gin and tonic was absolutely delicious, slightly floral and very refreshing! We shared the lasagna and the Mezza plate And both were absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend!
… moreMax Green
Let’s start with the positives here the ambience and the drinks were great really cool patio vibe too. The drinks came out quick and were very tasty. We had an aperol spritz and a paper plane. We had the carrots appetizer which came out relatively quick too and thought they were pretty good.
However we ordered the chicken Schwarma which took about 45 min. When it came out the focaccia bread was cold. And the chicken was extremely dry and bland. When we expressed our concern we tried one more attempt and got the chicken picotta. 30 min later it made it to the table. Wasn’t bad but pretty basic with just a side of arugula sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. Luckily we got our entree comped. Even still wasn’t worth the hassle.
All in all I would avoid coming for dinner and just get a drink on the patio. Had higher hopes for such a charming restaurant.
… moreAndrea Hernandez
We had such a great experience here! Naomi was our server and she was amazing super friendly and attentive. The drinks were delicious, the food was even better, and the atmosphere had such a fun and welcoming vibe. We’ll definitely be back!
… moreAlexander Harris
Our group of 6 enjoyed a delicious meal at Nona’s where we experienced both great service and food. The roasted carrots and wood fired peppers were a highlight. The tzatziki sauce that came with the carrots was so so good. Our group ordered the steak, chicken piccata and chicken shawarma. We all shared a bite or three of each dish. For dessert, you MUST try the Olive Oil cake. It is so fluffy, covered in whipped creme and fresh fruit. I would recommend this restaurant to larger groups or a date night
… moreNick Gochnour
One of my go to spots in Salt Lake. The atmosphere on the back patio on a summer night as the sun is setting is unmatched.
I recently had the chance to host an event at Nona during the winter. I knew the food and service would not disappoint but didn’t know how the backyard garage would compare to the patio. It was an awesome event. We had about 35 people and the ambiance on a winter’s night was just as warm and delightful as the patio in summer. Hayden helped me organize the event and was a prompt and very helpful point of contact towards making this event a seamless ordeal. 10/10 would go back and recommend.
… moreAlyse Morgan
I have hosted my company Christmas party at Nona for the last 2 years. Hayden has helped me both times and made the experience seamless, easy and beautiful. He is easy to work with and truly makes throwing a party the easiest thing in the world. A couple calls and I get to just show up like a guest! The food is wonderful, drinks were amazing and I always go to Nona for a 10/10 vibe!
… moreJeremy Ekalo
Oh well ok Nona was just alright. We got a few appetizers including the Shishito peppers and the Mezze Plate, and then we shared the Chicken Shawarma and the Kale Caesar salad. The salad had zero flavor resemblance of Caesar salad but did have a freshness to it. The feta cheese and the focaccia were really a hit with us but when the chicken, the star came out it really stopped the flow of things because it had little to no flavor and was stringy; very overcooked. Otherwise, service was great, we had very low wait times for dishes to come out and enjoyed the low lite ambience. Overall, the service was the highlight as the food lacked overall creativity & flavor and it was pretty drafty inside for a winter night.
… moreSuzanne Mangome
9th South is quickly becoming one of my favorite places. The vibe, variety and energy make it a great place to go. Nona’s has a great ambiance. The menu is limited, but the appetizers are yummy.
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