Nina's Trattoria - Philadelphia

Nina’s was some of the best Italian food I’ve ever had! The menu was preselected, and you can tell how much passion they have for the food they create. We didn’t realize it was a fixed menu ahead of time and were a little apprehensive about what we might get but quickly realized the meal was going to be amazing. The service was incredible it almost felt like we were guests over for dinner versus customers. Absolutely recommend!

Good food for the price. Pasta was a little over sauced for my taste. Chicken parm and tiramisu were very good.

The food was both delicious and abundant. Nina’s is low key and relaxing as well. A great value- just bring cash and your own bottle. Will definitely return soon!

Four and a half stars. I've been here a handful of times for normal dinners, once for brunch, and twice for big birthday group dinners, and Nina's never fails me (THANKS NINA'S!!! Love the location- the Italian Market is my favorite place in which to pretend i'm Italian. The restaurant itself is cute and cozy, with a spacious upstairs area for private parties. Most recently, we had a group of 17 here for my boyfriend's birthday, and service was impeccable. Not the longest or most creative menu, but solid options across the board nonetheless. Prices are reasonable for the portion sizes, and loooooove me a good BYO, too. Definitely worth a stop in if you're in the area!

Tips: 1. BYOB with corkage fee 2. Looked like reservations only 3. Food came out family style, prix-fix menu 4. Cash only We went with a large party on a snowy evening and had a delightful meal. Husband and wife duo create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Dining room is small, located in the heart of the Italian Market. Garlic knots came out first, followed by our appetizers: Calzone, Meatballs (in a fantastic red sauce and an arugula salad. Sauce was so good we were dipping our calzone in it. Main course was chicken parmesan and 2 different pasta sides: gnocchi in a red sauce, and gemelli in a lighter beef broth type sauce. Given the hearty first course, half chicken breast portion of the parmesan were the perfect size. Dessert was zeppole- fried pastry with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of icing. They reminded me of beignet (and I'm not complaining about that! . I had seen other reviewers mention 2 deserts being offered, and as a huge Tiramisu fan I was a bit disappointed but one bite of zeppole and I soon forgot about the Tiramisu. It was such a charming delicious evening! The space is tight and I can understand why its reservation only, as it is a smaller scale operation. I thought the price was very affordable for the quality of food. A gem in the Italian market. Perfect for family get togethers.