Terrific neighborhood pasta shop in Rancho Park! I stopped in for lunch on a weekday and it was…read morepretty quiet. It's counter service, so I placed my ordered for their Tagliatelle the Butcher and sat down on one of a handful of tables. My pasta was cooked al dente and had a good chew. The thick noodles did a nice job of soaking up the Wagyu bolognese. The chef won a Michelin star at a previous restaurant and the food quality shows. In addition to pasta, they have Sicilian-style pizzas and pastries in the case. You can also buy their housemade pasta and sauces separately. The seems like it's is a mostly focused on takeout, but it's pleasant enough to dine in. Wish I still lived in the area so I could make this one of my regular places! Metered street parking and parking on the residential streets (check the signs).

Solid, neighborhood stop for fresh pasta. Came in on a late weekend evening and was served quickly…read more Pasta was fresh, flavors were authentic and reflected traditional Italian flavors. Ingredients were clearly high quality. Good prices, good service, small seating area if you want to eat in.

I used to live in a neighborhood in Brooklyn where this kind of fare was widely available and I…read morereally missed it when relocating to CA. This was amazing and the owner's hospitality was lovely. The buffalo mozzarella is so creamy and delicious. I'll definitely return! You should make sure to try the hot chocolate.

Marco and Arlene were truly the kindest couple so warm, welcoming, and attentive from the moment we…read morewalked in. You can immediately feel how much they care about their customers; the love and passion they show is reflected not only in their service but in every dish they create. The customer service was outstanding genuine, thoughtful, and personal in a way that's honestly rare to find. They made us feel right at home and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. And the food... absolutely amazing. We ordered the pesto lasagna and it was incredible rich, flavorful, and clearly made with so much care. Every bite tasted fresh and perfectly balanced. This place is truly something special. Between the heartwarming service and the delicious food, it's an experience you don't want to miss. I'll definitely be coming back again!!

This place is a great spot for Japanese Italian food. I got the uni & scallop pasta which was full…read moreof garlic and the pasta was al dente. It was very delicious and flavorful. The staff was very nice and attentive. The decor was dark and a nice touch to the atmosphere of the Japanese restaurant.

We are a simple group, we see Japanese and Italian fusion pasta and we go. The parking was a bit of…read morea nightmare, so if you manage to find it, this place is a must-try so you don't the opportunity. Luckily our group had about 6-8 people so we were able to try quite a bit of the food. Glapponese - Ground pork, garlic, bacon, soy sauce for pasta. Very strong umami in this. It's for when you'd like a simple pasta with meat and nothing too overpowering. Tarako - Cod roe and nori. This is another simple pasta when you'd like something with a strong salty flavor but want to mostly enjoy the texture of the pasta, which was soft and chewy btw. If you want a familiar Japanese flavor, this is the one to order Carbonara - A very familiar pasta in case you want to stay on the safe side. They still make it very delicious and creamy if you're in a simple mood for an Italian style pasta Keema Curry - This is where you start going for a more complex taste for your pasta. If you can't decide if you want an Italian or Japanese pasta, combine the tastes with pasta in curry Service I feel can be a bit more attentive. When they sat 6 of us down first, there were only 5 settings, so it seemed pretty natural to bring us a sixth set of utensils. But when we realized they missed it, we ended asked them. Not a big deal. But when our remaining two friends came, they sat them with us and brought out only 1 set of utensils, so we had to ask for it again. Just a small detail that had me a bit confused during the experience, but the food itself was great and we'd love to come back when they reopen

The portion sizes are very good for the price, and the taste is better than I expected! The dining…read morearea has nice ambiance too.

Food was very very flavorful and portions were HUGE! Definitely worth your time and money!…read moreFrancisco was a great server too! We were given free dessert !

I ordered the Cacio e Pepe--perfectly done. So simple, yet not easy to get right…read more I'd love to come back and try the Bolognese next time--the one at the next table looked amazing! I went on a Thursday at lunchtime, and there was still a line and all the tables were full. But I was able to get a table for myself. It has a mostly family-friendly vibe.

Pasta spot located inside the farmers market at the grove. There's some parking right by the market…read moreif you don't wanna park in the structure. This is at the end of the market where there are some tables to sit and eat Spaghetti carbonara with pancetta: 4/5 I liked the sauce but the pasta was also slightly undercooked. This was my first time trying pancetta and I liked it. The flavor reminded me a lot of Vietnamese bbq pork

Can only be seated if everyone in your party is there…read more Salad bomb island dressing I would ask for extra Bread was normal with poppy seed Crab cheese app pretty good with the bread 8/10 Salmon pasta 9/10 really good light taste, doesn't feel heavy Mentai was okay 7/10 I'm not familiar with the taste, but it was very mild Uni pretty light also 8/10 worth a try regardless Good service just flag them down, they are always moving and on their feet. Be patient with them Food comes pretty quick in like 10 mins Fairly loud but a nice family sit down restaurant Big portions would recommend sharing

Parking is pretty straightforward $5 during lunch and $8 for dinner…read more Service, unfortunately, was not very inviting or accommodating when requesting to switch seats so we can sit side by side with an 80% empty restaurant an hour prior to closing for lunch time. It almost made us want to leave and not dine here overall. On the food side, portions are definitely generous, especially for pasta. We ordered the crab gratin, mentai pasta, and the bolognese. My personal favorite was the mentai it had a rich, savory flavor that stood out the most. The bolognese is apparently one of their top-rated dishes, but it had a unique twist that didn't quite hit for me. I'd personally prefer a more traditional version from an authentic Italian spot. One downside for me personally, I ended up with a pretty bad stomach ache afterwards likely because I'm lactose intolerant and many of the dishes are dairy-heavy, so that's something to keep in mind if you're sensitive to that. Overall, big portions and bold flavors, but service and dietary considerations might make or break the experience depending on what you're looking for.

Love this great neighborhood deli. Quality food, great customer service, fresh and delicious…read morebread. Purchased 5 sandwiches for my co-workers. They were a hit!

10/10 local spot in Pasadena/Altadena area. They have fresh pastas and frozen dishes available for…read morepurchase. Although it is a smaller-scale spot, the flavors are big. The staff were friendly and quick. You can tell the bread for sandwiches are made fresh daily and were a perfect size! The artichoke sandwich was a HIT. The flavor profile was unlike any other I've had before. Parking: there is a small lot to the side or behind the building, street parking available.

Plenty of reviews already but adding my two cents. Stopped in for bite after visiting the Bradbury…read moreBuilding (bucket list ). Started with the Burratina and Insulata Arugula. Both were good but enjoyed the Burratina more. Then we shared a plate of Cacio Pollo Pappardelle. Yum! Creamy rich with perfectly cooked pasta. We finished with a battle of the desserts: flan vs flourless cake. The cake was light and slightly bitter in a good way but the clear winner was the flan. The texture and flavor were fantastic. Highly recommend for the quality and value!

LOVE LOVE LOVE Maccheroni Republic!!!…read more I've been going to this place since 5 years ago and it's still one of my absolute favorite places in LA. So worth going to downtown for. The service is impeccable and very friendly to you. They're really knowledgeable about their dishes too. The place just reeks of experience and professionalism. And I can't even start with the dishes. From the vongole down to the tiramisu, everything is delectable and perfect. The only downside is they raised their prices over the years I loved it when I used to get pasta for less than 20 bucks a few years ago. And the wait tends to be terrible so I would try to go earlier (opening) next time or just hop to a bar nearby while on the waitlist. Overall, I will forever love this place (unless they change the chef for worse) and so worth going every time.

Parking is limited and the establishment itself is quite small. I was greeted by the cashier upon…read morearrival, and the place has a bit of a hipster vibe. There are only about 4-5 tables total, so bringing a large group would be difficult. It seems like most people order takeout rather than dining in. I ordered the mushroom pasta, and it was very good. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, and the portion size was just enough. Honestly, it's one of the better pasta dishes I've had. I just wish I lived closer, since I was only in the area for a visit.

Worth the hype! Sadly not as affordable as it was when it first came onto the scene. It was…read morerenowned for handmade pasta at really cheap prices but now is equivalent to other sit-down Italian restaurants. However the quality is still not lost! The pasta definitely tastes from scratch, fresh and al dente. The sauces were well seasoned and not overly salty. The seafood bisque pasta and the carbonara tasted like they were made in your grandma's kitchen (if your grandma were Italian). Enjoyed my roasted broccoli (tasted more sauteed, $8). Some small seating indoors. Free soft bread with your order. Very friendly staff. I loved talking to them. Complimentary spa water you dispense yourself. Small parking lot in this strip mall but you should be able to find parking there or on the side streets.

First time here. We had the bon chon and it was good. The highlight was the Shrimp Rosé Pasta. We…read moreboth ordered that. I haven't had pasta like that since Asia. It was very enjoyable. The chicken wings were good, but I wasn't wow'd by them The service was great. The constantly checked on us and were quite helpful. Overall a fun and tasty experience, just know that you will be hearing K-Pop in your dreams after this.

The food here is delicious, kimchi pancake was soo yummy! The wings were great too, but we wish the…read moreportions were larger given the price point. Would love to try some of the other dishes. We visited on a Saturday right at opening, and there was no line - but because it's not a big space so I can imagine it would be crowded during evenings. Service was good as well, our food came out very quickly. The parking lot in front of the restaurant is only valet, but was on the affordable end when I visited.