Osteria I Nonni

Osteria I Nonni Serving authentic seasonal Italian cuisine in an atmosphere of warmth, comfort and old-world charm. Dine-In from 11am to 9pm, Tuesday - Saturday.
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Reservations are appreciated as we do fill to capacity. Happy Hour from 3pm - 6pm.

Attention wine lovers!! ✨
10/29/2025

Attention wine lovers!! ✨

Dear Friends,
As we prepare for our next chapter, we want to take a moment to thank you for your incredible support & loyalty over the years. Please stay tuned for updates on our future; we look forward to welcoming you back!

We are holding a Final Closeout Wine Sale; EVERY bottle in our collection is discounted between 10% & 50% off. This is your chance to stock up on favorites or discover something new!

Available THIS WEEK ONLY, Wednesday thru Saturday, from 1pm - 7pm. We are unable to ship any orders, & can therefore only offer this deal in-store.

Thank you again for being part of our community!

Cheers,
The Sunfish Cellars & Buon Giorno Team

Wine Sale! 🍷 This Week Only -
10/29/2025

Wine Sale! 🍷 This Week Only -

As we prepare for our next chapter, we want to take a moment to thank you for your incredible support and loyalty over the years. Your enthusiasm for great wine and friendship has meant the world to us.

10/23/2025

I Nonni Glassware & Flatware Sale!!
Stop in! Today until 7pm, Friday 10am-2pm, & Saturday 10am-7pm.
Ask for Tiffany! 🥂

A Letter from Chef - I want to start off with saying that Osteria I Nonni has been a home for me the over the last 10 pl...
10/21/2025

A Letter from Chef -

I want to start off with saying that Osteria I Nonni has been a home for me the over the last 10 plus years. I started here as a line cook, became the Sous Chef, & eventually the Executive Chef.

To my staff, you have all been my rock. The restaurant & I would have been lost countless times without you. Thank you for always being by my side. It has a been a privilege to watch a number of you I now consider family, grow your career & passion for this industry, just as I did.

To Bill, I will forever be in your debt. I can proudly say I am over two & half years sober, & that is because of you. Your help, allowed me to regain my love for this craft.

To our loyal customers, you have kept Osteria I Nonni going. Your reviews & comments from staff always made it back to me. It is because of you, that I love what I do. Thank you for all of your support & patronage over the years.

Thank you all. ”Un brindisi”!
Executive Chef Gerson Gerold

Here’s the final Featured Menu for this weekend! On it you’ll find our Gnocchi Classico, our Zucca e Burrata that we’ve ...
10/17/2025

Here’s the final Featured Menu for this weekend! On it you’ll find our Gnocchi Classico, our Zucca e Burrata that we’ve brought back, & our Rigatoni alla Norcina. Which of these faves would you choose?!?

Linguine con Vongole, a favorite if there ever was one! With clams, garlic, peperoncino, & parsley all in our delicious ...
10/14/2025

Linguine con Vongole, a favorite if there ever was one! With clams, garlic, peperoncino, & parsley all in our delicious white wine brodo… Delizioso! And you will find ours (available in 2 sizes) on this week’s Featured Menu; along with some other favorites, like our Osso Bucco, Mais, & Ragù di Cinghiale!

‎٭ Also of note; for our final week of service, in order to better accommodate all of our reservations; we will not be having Happy Hour from 4-5pm. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your understanding!


What’s your favorite Antipasti? Our Carpaccio di Manzo or our Calamari? Or are you getting both for the table?!? Whichev...
10/10/2025

What’s your favorite Antipasti? Our Carpaccio di Manzo or our Calamari? Or are you getting both for the table?!? Whichever you choose, you most definitely can’t go wrong!! And you can find both on this week’s Featured Menu!

Oh, our Arancini, how we love you so! You can find our Arancini - filled with parmigiana risotto, fennel sausage ragù, &...
10/07/2025

Oh, our Arancini, how we love you so! You can find our Arancini - filled with parmigiana risotto, fennel sausage ragù, & mozzarella, served with our house-made marinara, on this week’s Featured Menu as a Chicchetti, as well as an order of three on this week’s Bar Menu. Click for the rest of this week’s menu!!

Raise your hand if you can never pass up our Cacio e Pepe? With handmade linguine pasta, black pepper, & parmigiano regg...
10/03/2025

Raise your hand if you can never pass up our Cacio e Pepe? With handmade linguine pasta, black pepper, & parmigiano reggiano; emphasizing that sometimes simple, high quality ingredients can make the best dishes!! And you’ll find our Cacio e Pepe on tonight’s Featured Menu; check it out!


Osteria I Nonni will be closed for a Private Event, this Saturday, October 4th. We sincerely apologize for any inconveni...
10/02/2025

Osteria I Nonni will be closed for a Private Event, this Saturday, October 4th. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.

We are incredibly overwhelmed with all of the love & support we have received this week; and are very grateful to you all! 💫

Address

981 Sibley Memorial Highway
Lilydale, MN
55118

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm

Telephone

+16519051081

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Happy Hour: Monday-Friday 4-6pm Available in the Bar and on the Patio.

I Nonni is a lively and award winning Italian restaurant nestled in the heart Lilydale, MN. Our chef acquires the freshest and finest ingredients to craft the seasonal menu. The dining room offers our patrons an intimate and classy atmosphere with superb, attentive service. For the casual guest our bar has ample seating and allows the diner to choose from the same seasonal menu. I Nonni specializes in authentically inspired Italian cuisine that changes with the season. An extensive all Italian wine list along with a full bar featuring regional Italian spirits and grappe, I Nonni truly offers their patrons a complete and delightful dining experience.