Best handmade pasta I have ever had!…read more Saying I'm a pasta aficionado is a gross understatement. My answer to the "if you could only eat one thing..." question has been pasta, for as long as I could vocalize that word. I've made my own at home. I've bought artisan, hand-cut pastas at markets all over the western US. I've brought back pasta from Italy. Never have I been so delighted with unsauced pasta as the moment I discovered La Grassa. Karl and Rebecca are the husband and wife team behind LG. They met in culinary school and did an intensive in Italy together, and they are clearly a match made in gastronomic heaven. Their vegan ravioli options are particularly incredible. I fell in love with La Grassa for their golden beet and goat cheese, but it was the charred kale and white bean vegan ravioli that brought a tear to my eye and currently tops my list of favorites. Those don't tickle your fancy? Not to worry. Every week, they have hand-cut spinach and regular noodles in three different thicknesses, strozzapretti, at least two kinds of ravioli that rotate regularly, and usually at least one other option - potato gnocchi, parmesan and kale gnoccheti, or some other delightful surprise. Stop by the Wednesday Market at the Sears Mall and pick up some ravioli. $8 for 6 oz - usually 8 or 9 pieces. I rarely have life-changing food adventures, but this is one of them. Don't miss out.

I was so taken by this handmade pasta that I started a yelp page for it. After my husband and I…read morerecently attempted to make ravioli and fettuccini by hand, I gained a whole new respect for the stuff. It tastes better fresh but is definitely labor intensive and time consuming. The ravioli I got was perfectly stuffed with roasted golden beets, tart goat cheese, and almonds. I ate it with a simple improvised pesto made of olive oil and Italian seasonings and it was grrreeeat. I haven't tried the spinach tagliatelle yet but I assume it will be equally delicious. There are directions in the bag saying how long to boil each variety. The guy who sold the pasta was the owner/chef (with his fiancé) and was really nice and passionate about his pasta. I recommend everyone go get some, then turn around and buy a dozen macaroons at sweet caribou. I will definitely go back for seconds!

We love these guys fresh made pasta's and they're always a fixture at the South Saturday Farmers…read moreMarket at O'Malley and Old Seward Hwy. Today we got a special treat, they had their Gluten Free Shell pasta so we picked up 3 Lbs. It's not always there. When it is SCORE! We make with both their Lemon Pappardelle and GF Shells a creamy mushroom prosciutto pasta dish! These folks make pasta for so many Resturants here in town like Orso's, 49th State Brewing Co., Campobello Bistro, Sweet Basil's Cafe, Suite 100, Glacier Brewhouse, Kinley's Grill, Talkeetna AK Lodge, Pangea, Spenard Roadhouse, Jen's and Crush just to name a few! We love their Lemon Pepper Pappardelle and their GF Shells Leila absolutely loves! Their fresh pasta's are absolutely fantastic and cook unlike hard dry pastas in just 2-3 minutes. Fresh makes the biggest difference in the pasta world so go by the Saturday Market and get the Freshest Pasta from the Co. that makes it for so many local Restaurants in Alaska! They're also at the Wednesday Market close to the Airport. Of course they have their brick and mortar location too!

We always pick up some pasta (if they have any left!) at the farmers market. So delicious, even…read morejust the cheese ravioli has ruined other, store-bought ravioli, and I'm not mad! The cheese blend is to die for! Totally recommend for super fresh and delicious pasta. The freshness really does make a difference in taste and texture!

Hands-down, the best quality pizza in Anchorage. Well, the hours are not ideal and the preparation…read moretime is not the fastest, it is well worth the wait.

Far and away the best pizza in Anchorage. Fantastic service, pitch perfect ambience. Clean and…read moreridiculously good. THIS is the pizza I've been looking for. A++++++

*3.5* When it comes to this space where they absolutely…read moreshine is behind the bar. Their whiskey selection, cocktails available, and knowledge are truly outstanding. For me, coming here in the future my place will be at the bar with appetizers. Bar environment is 5/5 As far as the rest goes I think the food is good, not spectacular. 3/5. In the future I think I'd come for an appetizer and a couple of drinks and that's it. I felt the veal was tough on both ordered plates and potentially I would have preferred chicken. That being said the sauce was great. The grappa sauce had amazing flavor and the Marsala sauce also had great flavor. Plus the funghi appetizer was great with the bread. All of it was enjoyable enough for a return visit. This spot has very friendly staff, they move at a classic Alaska pace. Meant for sitting down and enjoying the company of someone you're eating with but not designed for getting in and out the door quickly. Come with the intention to get things as they come and enjoy the ride.

This place has Amazing food. Incredibly Authentic Italian food. It's really flavorful. The Lasagna…read morewas rich with flavor and meaty cheeses. My mouth is watering as I write this review! The Seafood Fettuccine was also rich and creamy smooth flavor and texture. We will return here to eat again and again. If you're craving Italian - Do Not go anywhere else! You will not regret this place.

Great food, love the service and atmosphere. Their baked past dishes are amazing and full of…read moreauthentic flavors!

Fool me once shame on you fool me twice shame on me. I put my name on the waiting list to get a…read moretable. I was quoted twenty minutes. An hour later and the naïveté hostess said she mixed up my name on the waiting list sat another party with the same name and it would be another hour until I could get a table. I don't care how good the food is the horrible service ment I never even got to try it.

Ordered delivery and wasn't disappointed. Lots of toppings, flavorful crust, and LOTS of cheese!read more

Stuck in Anchorage, cold, rain, wind howling. Yep...Time for pizza delivery…read more I got an X-large Mama Mia. It came hot, very good crust, nice sauce. A bit thin on toppings for $30, but overall a satisfying pizza. I'd order from them again. I asked for, and got ranch dressing, red pepper flakes and parmasean. Kudo's to them for reading the order fully, and acting on my request.

Went here with friends, their recommendation. It was a lovely family environment. Staff was very…read morefriendly. I was hungry so cleaned my plate but portions were generous. Several wine choices were available. We will visit again when we are hungry for authentic Italian cuisine.

First ever visit, started off good. Early dinner, seated and greeted right away but then service…read morereally dropped off. Took a long time to bring drink order and then it felt like we were mostly forgotten. The flaming cheese appetizer was the highlight when it finally showed up - very fun and quite tasty. We all tried different entrees. Chicken parm was ok - a little tough and nothing special. The seafood pasta dish with lobster sauce - nice amount of seafood and well prepared but the sauce was a bit thin and needed more flavor. Over two hours later - the place was pretty packed so I'd say it's a south side favorite? My worst complaint was the smell of cigarette smoke. We could smell it when we walked in and we were sat in the middle section of the restaurant. When I used the restroom it was REALLY strong in the back area - maybe near the kitchen? Whatever was going on - not cool and def not appetizing.

This wasn't a bad experience. I ordered delivery and that was alright I think they actually arrived…read morea bit sooner than expected. There was some mix up and we didn't get our salad and instead got someone else's big order of breadsticks. Yeah I was looking forward to the salad but my husband wasn't upset about it. The food arrived nice and hot and with cutlery and cheese packets. My chicken was nice and crispy but I wish it would have had some more sauce. For my husband I wish they would have put his fried chicken on top so it wouldn't be soggy from being under the sauce. But overall good. This time I even had a good Zuppa Toscana and it had lots of meaty chunks I enjoyed. The fried ravioli appetizer was also savory and had a meaty mushroom like taste. The dessert was rich! Yeah pricy for a single slice but oh so good. I enjoyed it very much and I'll keep ordering Olive Garden to go when I'm too busy to dine in.

Came here for the first time in a very long time. We stopped by for some lunch with family. The…read moreservice and food and restaurant is all the same as it always has been. I will say though, the salad dressing didn't taste as zesty as it usually is. I do t think we'll be back there anytime soon as there are many other places to choose from.

This place is a so great! I have eaten here every other time I have visited Anchorage. It's on…read moreSpenard road which is not the nicest part of town but definitely worth the trip. The family that owns and operates this gem is Greek and they are not only amazing cooks, but they care about their community!! I have been there eating several times this winter and obviously homeless people would come to the door and be given water, hot soup, half a sandwich, etc. that just made me love this place more. Now to the food. First of all I had the meatball sub which was not only delicious but super filling. The meat was very well seasoned, and the fresh basil just made the marinara pop even more, add the freshly shaved Parmesan cheese and you've got something special. The homemade bread puts this thing into overdrive! Crispy on the outside, light, delicate but not falling apart and heavy enough to hold together all that deliciousness without being filling like you just ate a large pizza. Now to the ridiculous tomato basil soup. I love the clam chowder but the tomato basil is my favorite. Savory, full of flavor, smooth, creamy and not greasy. This in my opinion is the perfect pairing to the meatball sub. You're welcome! The customer service here is amazing too just like the owners and the food. You will always be greeted by a smiling face, and treated like family. You will not regret stopping here. I've eaten the Meatball sub, The Philly, the lasagna and The Gyro ( lamb and chicken) all have been 10 out of 10. The ambiance is like a neighborhood dinner with a small dining room. You will love it!

First time trying Sofia's. We came on a Friday around 11:45am. Lots of people in and out on their…read morelunch break. Only about 5 tables with seats at the bar. I ordered the BLT and had the chicken lemon soup The soup was very lemony and salty but I ate the whole bowl it was pretty good. The BLT had too much lettuce on it and a couple pieces of bacon but it was your standard white bread-mayo- bacon-lettuce-tomato. Prices not bad when the sandwiches come with soup or salad. Nice quaint family run local restaurant. I would try the Alfredo next time assuming they make the sauce in house?