Nonna Dora Italian Eatery Sandy Springs

Takeout isn’t built for the ‘Gram, but let’s be honest—photos are just filler for the real star: my infallible takes.

When Wright’s Fish & Chips in #CummingGA closed, I was crushed. But the heartbreak eased when a spot just as good—arguably better—stepped in. Now it’s déjà vu, Italian edition, about 20 miles south. I was genuinely bummed when Buon Fornello shut its doors, but in its place is @nonnadoraatl, and it’s bringing serious heat.

I wasn’t rushing to try it, especially with so many solid Italian options closer to home. But after hearing great things and reading in @atlantamagazine that the owner was GM at Soto Soto, I figured it was worth a shot. Plus, my daughter Grubber @abbyduffy1 always says: you could hit 15 Italian restaurants and get 15 totally different entrees. This one fits right into my variety wheelhouse. And yes, I said entrees—though I rarely skip the polpette. These were very good balls.

Like Fornello, portions are modest, which just gave me an excuse to start my menu tour:

**Chicken ravioli in crema di parmigiano**
Pretty sure all pastas are made in-house. Definitely not something you’re pulling off a Kroger shelf. Rich and satisfying, though the “heavy” cream lives up to its name. Know what you’re signing up for.

**Spaghetti fra diavolo**
Same story on the pasta—top-tier. Sauce had a flavorful kick, but not overly spicy. A standout dish.

**Lasagna ai funghi**
Bechamel and mushrooms. They offer a traditional version too, but this one hits the mark for those looking for something outside the usual red sauce routine.

I’ll always miss Buon Fornello, especially the kitchen sink. But Nonna Dora is a worthy successor. Not sure if this counts as #SandySprings, #Atlanta, or the edge of #Dunwoody, but it’s tucked into that chaotic Publix shopping center at Hammond, just east of GA 400.

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