Bar Nonnina

Been wanting to check this place out and there was a fair amount of availability so we got a reservation. Complimentary vermouth was a nice welcome.The bar itself was pretty cozy and had a good vibe. We got some arancini which was pretty good, although the mozzarella wasn't completely melted in one of them.Unfortunately I didn't think our cocktails were particularly tasty. I tried the Caprese Martini b/c it seemed unusual and while I didn't dislike it, it didn't really come together as a drink. Similar thing with the High Pony (I think that was the name? it had Suntory and peach) - nothing wrong with it, but it was just kind of straight-forward. My partner's drinks were a bit better, just nothing stood out.I don't mean to be negative b/c we had a fine time there, but in a city where everyone is putting on a good craft cocktail game, I felt like the drinks just didn't hold up on their own.

I loved this bar!! It definitely had a very cozy and intimate atmosphere. With only 4 seats, a reservation is a must. We checked in at Fiorella, and they handed us a welcome drink with vermouth which was perfectly balanced. We got the flatbread and three drinks -- including South of Heaven and Teacher's Pet. I absolutely loved the South of Heaven and you couldn't really taste the alcohol. I'm big on fruitier drinks, so there were some great options. The bartender was super patient and walked us through the drinks so we could choose our favorite to order. The flatbread was unreal, it was soo soft and flavorful. It was super simple with olive oil and herbs, but it was just so good as a snack with the cocktails.

While I do like the idea of this "secret" bar, the timing of the reservation system was confusing. I couldn't tell if they messed up our reservation or if the communication is always that way. They did send a free app to make up for it though.Drinks and bites were good! Appreciate their non-alcoholic options, but wish there was more variety considering they have such a selection of other craft cocktails. The space is very tiny and can heat up very fast!

Coming here is more for the novelty and the slight secrecy around going to a hidden bar within a restaurant. I didn't love the drink we got and it was a little overpriced, but it was a fun experience.RESERVATIONSEven though reservations were full online for Saturday evening, they do have five walk-in spots, which Fiorella can actually reserve for you. So when we got to Fiorella at 5:15pm for dinner, they put our name down for 2 spots at Bar Nonnina at 6:45pm. We finished dinner a little late, around 6:55pm, and there weren't spots yet available for us for 10 minutes. They felt bad for the wait and gave us free pre-mixed cocktails! That was very nice, although to be honest the cocktails weren't very good (too strong, not many interesting flavors).THE COST$21.42 total including tips for one drink. THE SERVICEThe bartenders were friendly, we had a nice chat with them. It's hard not to, it's a small intimate space, and we were seated at the bar.* Battle of Ivrea ($16) - 3.5 starsToo strong for me. My partner enjoyed this but it wasn't his favorite drink.

I had high hopes for this spot after reading articles about its opening a few months ago. Sadly, Nonnina was a disappointment and no different than what most reviews claim about this bar.We were so happy to get a standing spot as a walk-in on a Friday evening at prime time, and made our way upstairs after our meal at Fiorella. We were given a welcome drink (can't remember what was inside it), which was a nice surprise, however things went south from there.I asked the bartender if the Slushy di Moderna was sweet and he advised that it wouldn't be, so I ordered it. Unfortunately, the cocktail was too sweet for my palette. My boyfriend ordered the Battle of Ivrea, which was better (I ended up drinking his). The bar itself is nothing special - just a storage room turned into a speakeasy with seating for ~14 people. But more upsetting is that the service in this intimate space was just awful! Even though we were standing right in front of the bartender, not once did he check in on us and how we liked our $16 drinks. We had to proactively ask for things like water and the check, even though there was a server standing alongside the bartender the entire time. Overall, not worth the hype until the service quality is fixed!

So grateful to finally have a high-quality cocktail bar in the Sunset district! The cocktails here are well thought-out, beautifully crafted, and absolutely delicious! The bartender was fun to chat with and explained all about what went into each drink. Plus, I appreciated that I could order some small bites to go with the drinks.I saw some of the negative reviews of this place based on the reservation system and the tiny standing-room-only space. I do agree that the small space is not ideal, but given what they have to work with, I understand the need for a reservation deposit.

Absolutely loved this spot. This speakeasy is super small but the ambiance and drinks are amazing. Ambiance is really cool/interesting in that there's only 2 tables and you can easily talk to the bartender about your drinks. The bartender was really chill and whipped up some insane cocktails. My favorite was the l'ombra which was chocolate yet refreshing at the same time. It was such an interesting flavor profile that was overall so smooth.We also had the scorpionno which was more of a desert drink. It had aperol spritz sorbet floating on top of the drink. The hostess at the restaurant downstairs also gave us a drink to sip on while we wait, which was really nice and inviting.

So the cocktails and food are incredible; however this place is a little inaccessible as it is high table standing options only and there are no seats. One suggestion I might make is to have the option to have a bar stool available to make the experience more ADA-friendly. Other than that, great place with great drinks, food, and atmosphere!

This bar is very intimate! Its standing room only, so be cautious if you need a seat! It was a cute experience. I went with my boyfriend and we chatted it up with another couple who was at the same table. We tried all of the cocktails, and my favorite was the Scorppino & my bf's was the Galileo's Gaze. Scorppino is a dessert cocktail that has lemon sorbet, it was delicious! The small plates were good as well. We had the oysters and the focaccia. Cute for date night, and to finish it off we went downstairs to have real dinner at Fiorella. Service was great, and the bartender was nice. I'd recommend for a small gathering!

Interesting idea!Small, cozy space where people can stand next to each other, interact and enjoy a cocktail and snacks.