Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano

Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano is a catering business in Aloha, OR. The restaurant serves classic Italian cuisine, preparing food from scratch using family recipes that have been passed down for over 150 years. The kitchen makes dough from scratch and bakes bread daily, while tomato sauces cook slowly throughout the day. Services include dining room service, a lounge with video poker, take-out, and delivery through partners such as DoorDash, GrubHub, and UberEats. The establishment also offers banquet and large party catering, requiring 48 hours notice for groups.

The dining experience features live accordion music every Friday and Saturday evening, with the musician available to take song requests for special occasions. Private rooms are available for celebrations, co-worker parties, and company gatherings. The restaurant has been operating since 1978, rooted in the history of Nonna Emilia, who grew up in Florence, Italy, where she learned to cook in a family cafe. The atmosphere is designed to be comfortable and cozy, offering generous portions and family-friendly service. Hours for the dining room and lounge are 4pm to 9pm, Tuesday through Sunday, with the venue closed on Mondays. Take-out and delivery orders are accepted between 3:30pm and 8:45pm, Tuesday through Sunday.

The location sits on SW Shaw St, near the Southwest Tualatin Valley Highway. It is about a quarter of a mile from Blanton House, a historic building, and close to the Huber neighborhood and Huber Creek. The area is also near Southwest 170th Avenue.

Customers have given the business a positive rating, reflecting their satisfaction with the food and service. The long-standing presence in the area since 1978 and the use of traditional, slow-cooked methods distinguish Nonna Emilia Ristorante Italiano as a dedicated provider of authentic Italian meals in Aloha.