Nonna Cristina In L'aquila

08/11/2025: I had lunch with a group of friends and we had a wonderful meal. Disclaimer: as a vegan, it's not easy to find places like this in Abruzzo. The appetizers and side dishes were delicious, and there were several legume-based entrees. Even my omnivorous friends had a wonderful meal. The desserts were all delicious (unfortunately, none were vegan).

02/11/2025: I went for lunch yesterday with my husband and in-laws. The restaurant is located just a few minutes from Santo Stefano di Sessannio, an ancient village worth visiting. It's small but very welcoming. From the stove that pleasantly warms the room, to the friendly staff who greet you with a smile as soon as you enter. The menu is seasonal to ensure the use of fresh, local ingredients. The dishes were truly delicious! Flavorful legume soup and gnocchi, a triumph for pumpkin lovers. For our main course, we had grilled lamb with sautéed vegetables and baked potatoes, all delicious, and an unexpected treat: fried tripe accompanied by a mayonnaise-based sauce. The dessert, however, was what took us back to childhood: a chocolate bread (soft and light) with butter and jam to spread on top. The price, in my opinion, is more than fair. In conclusion, if I had to associate one word with this place, it would be "family": the location and the dishes I ate took me back to when, as a child, I would go to mountain restaurants with my relatives, eating, drinking, and feeling welcomed and pampered by the staff. I will definitely be back to bring my parents.