La Casa Nostra Ristorante

Great authentic Italian restaurant with quality service and quality food. Owner stopped by for a visit and you could tell he was proud of his restaurant and his food! There was live piano music played during dinner which was very cool. All the dishes at our table were beautifully presented. There was bread and garlic butter served with the meal. As well, most meals came with a small oil n vinegar salad. The kids loved the pizza. My only negatives are that the tables are fit tightly together so that the backs chairs from different tables touch and because if this, it's a pretty loud atmosphere. As well, as amazing as the food is, the prices on certain items were a little out of line ...ie a small soup for $14. Overall though, great experience and will visit again!

- Joe Zappitelli -

At first we were a little sceptical walking in but wow! The service was phenomenal and the food was perfect! We are from Ottawa/Toronto area and let me tell you, you do not see a lot of classic real Italian food like this these days. The chef clearly puts his heart into the food he presents to costumers and the owner should be rightfully proud to own this place. Thank you for such an amazing night!

- Avery Leyden -

We took a chance on this darling restaurant based on Google reviews. They don’t have a website so it was a little difficult to know what to expect. What a gem in the city of Thunder Bay!! The service was impeccable and the food was fantastic! The portion sizes were generous and we both had leftovers. It’s always nice when a salad comes with your meal! My spouse had the chicken parmesan, where he could choose the pasta he wanted. I ordered the seafood lasagna with shrimp, scallops, and crab. The bread is fresh and homemade. I hope to visit again if we ever make it to Ontario again.

- Stacie C -

Went to La Casa Nostra Ristorante last night for the first time with my fiancé and my family who are visiting thanks to my mom finding this place. OFF THE CHARTS! In addition to us all having a spectacular time with the cozy Christmas music playing and the amazing staff, the food was ridiculously good. We ordered the mozzarella sticks (NEVER seen them made this way! For once we weren’t fighting over them because one is PERFECT) as well as the meat lasagna, pork cutlet, gnocchi, and manicotti. I grabbed a bite of everything, and despite not being a pork person, I enjoyed it all so much!! And so did everyone else at the table. The marinara?! Oh my God. The garlic bread? Insane. Our waiter Tony? A GEM! Super funny, super kind, super efficient. And it’s local, family owned, and operated which is the best. You really can’t go wrong here (even the women’s bathroom is awesome. Go look.) Five stars all around. I will be taking all my friends when they visit! Reservation recommended, marinara made daily Already decided what I am ordering next time I can go and just trying to find an excuse to swing by! If new in town or you’re visiting Thunder Bay and need to place to eat: this is the way

- Molly Grace -

Service is so friendly and personable, the atmosphere is great and feels very inviting and comfortable. I definitely felt welcomed. The womens bathroom is so beautiful too with a hand painted mural of Italy. Absolutely beautiful. The live piano player is excellent and adds a luxurious touch to your dinner experience. And now the food! The pizza is the best I ever had, and I usually hate pizza. The mozzarella sticks are huge and gooey, the tiramisu is so soft and velvety. And the chicken parm is MY FAVE! It’s to die for!!! I also had the Italian salad, and the dressing is just perfect on the salad. 10/10 you have to go here!!!! And ask for Miranda she’s amazing!!!

- Anna Netemegesic -

My sisters and I celebrated one of my sisters birthday and our waitress was absolutely Devine and enthusiastic. She made our night memorable. We all ordered something different Meat lasagna. Seafood stuffed shells and the stuffed peppers. Thankyou for the wonderful food and great proportions Plus the atmosphere and Italian music lightly playing the background, made everything the more worth while being there Grazie amico mios

- Betty Savas -

Well I gotta say this is a very special place. The service is second to none, the atmosphere is so friendly and the food ! I'm still drooling over the lasagna . Very pleased we found it .

- Troy Ross -

I gave my Mom a gift certificate to LA Casa Nostra Ristorante as a Christmas gift but it closed before she could use it. The new owners honoured the gift certificate and hosted a wonderful evening for her and Joe. The following is the text she sent me when they got home: Thank you for a wonderful evening, Jay and Cheryl! The food was homemade and tasty with generous portions. Our server/manager was outstanding. She was helpful thoughtful efficient and funny. They kindly accepted your gift card with no hesitation and went out of their way to make it a happy experience. The atmosphere was charming and cosy with an old fashioned Italian vibe. Authentic upbeat Italian music played quietly in the background. The place had a mix of ages from a young couple in their 20’s, all the way to us in our 80’s and everything in between. It was a very pleasant evening, we will be back!! Thank you again!

- Cheryl & Jay -