Mysterious, Slightly Bawdy Eatery in Pleasant Hill Offers Top-Notch Pasta Takeout Service
In PLEASANT HILL, CALIFORNIA - During a recent pasta dinner, my son inquisitively asked about the name of the restaurant we were ordering from. After a moment of reflection, I replied, "Stuff that Nonna says."
Upon further investigation, the restaurant's actual name is Sh!t Nonna Says, a deliberately attention-grabbing title for those browsing online platforms like DoorDash and Uber Eats.
As a virtual restaurant, it appears it operates entirely through these platforms, providing quality pasta dishes to the residents of Pleasant Hill as part of our "Cozy at Home" series, which features restaurants in the 925 area that offer delicious meals for home delivery during the colder, wetter months.
Our search for Sh!t Nonna Says led us down a fascinating trail of information. It seems to be a virtual kitchen run by New York Pizza and Pasta, a well-known sit-down pizza and pasta joint in Pleasant Hill, California, with whom it shares a street address.
While the origins of the restaurant's name are unclear, it likely serves as a homage to one of the restaurant's owners or an outspoken grandparent. Despite the name's mysterious connotations, it was their pasta dishes that truly caught our attention.
Intrigued by their homey, often vegetarian pasta offerings, we discovered Sh!t Nonna Says while browsing DoorDash for new culinary experiences. Their traditional pasta dishes, reminiscent of the kind you might find at an Italian grandmother's table, caught our eye.
These aren't fancy or pretentious pastas; they felt familiar and inviting. With no frills or extravagant ingredients, they were just what we craved on a cold evening.
We sampled the Fettuccine Alfredo, spaghetti with red sauce, Bolognese, and more. Everything was delightful, earning comparisons to our favorite Bay Area Italian restaurant, Eataly.
The fettuccine was exceptionally creamy, and the noodles were cooked to perfection, with just a subtle hint of garlic providing depth without overpowering the dish. The tortellini stood out, boasting tri-colored noodles filled with cheese and smothered in marinara sauce. This dish was gobbled up by the kids in no time!
Other staples, like spaghetti and meatballs, were solid offerings, though not quite as impressive as the other dishes.
Pricing for Sh!t Nonna Says is reasonable by Bay Area delivery standards, with large portions costing around $17 to $22 per order. Our feast left us with ample leftovers for days to come.
Though the ghost kitchen trend can sometimes feel impersonal, it's reassuring to know that local restaurants are behind the virtual brands, as is the case with Sh!t Nonna Says. Their playful name and the quality of their food reflect their successful approach to the virtual dining world.
For busy families seeking a comforting, homemade meal without the time-consuming effort, Sh!t Nonna Says is an excellent weeknight dinner option available through DoorDash. And don't forget to sign up for our free 925 News newsletter to stay updated on other exceptional restaurants in the 925 area.
In the spirit of discovering unique dining experiences, we stumbled upon "Sh!t Nonna Says" while browsing DoorDash for home-and-garden meals. This virtual kitchen, renowned for its food-and-drink offerings, provides everything from pasta dishes to delightful desserts, helping create a cozy, comfortable lifestyle at home. Besides their intriguing name, the quality of their traditional Italian-inspired dishes truly livens up any meal, inviting us to savor a taste of homemade culinary art.
