Nonna Ilva

Nonna Ilva is a restaurant in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The establishment specializes in authentic Italian cuisine, offering a variety of dishes including Roma-style pizza, classic carbonara pasta, and specialty sweets such as gelato and various flavors of tiramisù. Their menu features a range of options from traditional pepperoni and Margherita pizzas to more complex red sauce pizzas like Salsiccia and Prosciutto e Burrata, as well as a Sunday brunch service.

The business is a family-run operation managed by Mattia and Hannah. The culinary approach is rooted in Mattia's international experience working in kitchens across Italy, London, Barcelona, and Austria. The restaurant focuses on authentic techniques, such as using a high-hydration dough for their Roma-style pizza to ensure a light and airy crust, and utilizing imported Italian cured meats and gourmet toppings. Originally starting in 2022 as a stand at the Broad Street Market in Harrisburg, the family has expanded to bring these traditional Italian flavors to the Carlisle area.

Located on W High St, the restaurant is situated near the Bosler Memorial Library and the Cumberland County Historical Society. It is also a short walk from the Dickinson College Commons and the Carlisle Post Office.

Nonna Ilva is recognized for its high rating of 4.70, reflecting a reputation for quality and authenticity. The restaurant stands as a premier destination for those seeking the real taste of Italy through carefully prepared, traditional dishes.

Nonna Ilva provides an authentic taste of Italy to the community of Carlisle.