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he long-anticipated revival of Nanas in December 2023 made quite the splash in Rockwood’s dining scene. The new Nanas, under the skilled guidance of chef and owner Matt Kelly, promises returning patrons a blend of fresh takes on elevated Southern comfort dishes – with a few surprises. “We are taking a similar approach to cuisine but paving our own way,” Matt says. The menu includes a few nods to the spot’s decadeslong run under former owner Scott Howell, including the ever-popular shrimp risotto as well as fun additions like the oxtail mezzaluna, a hand-shaped pasta in sage brown butter. “Scott has made many visits to the kitchen,” says Nate Garyantes, chef partner at Nanas. “[Our] food is so approachable … but so much time, effort, energy and technique go into each dish to make it delicious.”