Netflix ‘Nonnas’ Movie Will Make You Head To Portland’s Newest Italian Restaurant

If you've seen the Netflix movie 'Nonnas' (based on a true story), you'll want to head to Benny's in Portland, Maine.

Benny's - 'Nonnas'...what are we talking about? First, let's unpack 'Nonnas'. The Netflix movie is based on a true story of a man who lost his beloved mother, and risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with actual grandmothers as the chefs, or Nonnas.

Nonnas on Netflix

New Italian restaurant Benny's on Congress Street in Portland, Maine, will scratch that itch for authentic Italian food. Portland Food Map points out that Benny's is the creation of chef/owner Josh Sobel, and in a recent press release, it details what to expect.

Benny’s dinner menu starting at 4:00 pm will feature house-made Soft Pretzel Garlic Knots, a nod to the iconic flavors of Philadelphia, alongside other appetizers like Stuffed Peppers, Ramona’s Meatballs, Seafood Cocktail, and Salads. A full classics pasta menu including Rigatoni Alla Vodka, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Linguine & Clams, Fettuccine Bolognese, and more will accompany choices of entrée Chicken or Eggplant Parmesans, sandwiches and sides.

 

Benny's is now open in Portland, Maine, and will soon add lunch!

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Lunch will include Ramona-style hoagies, a variety of crispy chicken cutlet sandwiches, and cheesesteaks. Or you can grab a smaller Kaiser roll sandwiched.

Benny's in Portland, Maine, has a lot of Philadelphia influence

Josh Sobel also owns Philadelphia-style Ramona’s sandwich shop on Washington Avenue in Portland, Maine. So Benny's will be Philadelphia-inspired Italian comfort food. According to the Press Herald, one wall at Benny’s will be devoted to 1970s- and 80s-era Philadelphia sports memorabilia.  I can't wait to go!