Pasta Avanti is our go to pasta pick-up dinner place. Good and quick. We order and pick- up at…read morethe window.

This definitely is wanna-be Italian restaurant. They only had one server and It took 10 minutes to…read moreget our teas and almost 25 minutes to get our food. The place was almost to capacity but still a couple of tables available. The food was mediocre, the sauce reminded me of canned Chef Boyardee and forget about asking for a second basket of bread, it never came...we ordered 1/2 orders of chicken Parm and spaghetti with sausage....the sausage was spicy, not mentioned in menu! You decide for yourself! I'll stick to my favorite Italian place in Las Cruces! ‍

We went with a group of 15 (wife's siblings and spouses)…read more All I can say is that this was the best "large group" experience of my entire life. Usually, large group seatings brings service glitches, food glitches, less than optimal food temperatures and less than optimal drinks service. Trattoria Bella Sera absolutely nailed our experience with professional perfection every single element of the experience. Our group cherishes the times we can be all together and this wonderful experience is deeply appreciated by all of us. The food: Just stand out in all regards from the simplest pasta and red sauce (in my case, the cherished puttanesca which I make often at home) to the seafood and pasta white sauces, to the appetizers which we all shared (OMG, try the mushrooms in cream sauce and the bread and garlic!). The service: a single waitress took all our orders and she was just perfect. The plate delivery and eventual removal was a team effort and all were served at the same moment. Even the plate removal was done perfectly by the waitress and the bus lady. The dining room: We were set aside and a little out of the way of other dinners in a large high ceilinged room with really exceptional lighting and decors. Result was it was quiet enough that we could comfortably talk before, during and after the dinner which really added to the whole experience. The cost: One of the siblings picked up the tab but simple pasta plates are mostly $18 (my puttanesca was $2 additional and very worth it), then the $24 pasta and protein plates, then the $26 higher end plates and the $30 3-course plates. Note that most pasta plates are served in deep bowls with 1/3 of the sauce at the bottom and very hot so that the entire dish stays hot through the meal. Star ratings: If I could give them a 6 star rating I would.

Food really good garlic bread is the best but in my opinion the sauce isn't the best. A great…read moreserver didn't get their name though, little wait but not too long especially 8 people ordering food. Ambience is nice feels like you're in a rich persons house many statues and plenty of seating especially a second floor great if you like Italian food.

I really enjoyed both visits here! The low lighting gives the place a cozy, relaxing vibe. Service…read morewas great both times--waitress was attentive and friendly. The coffee/amaretto drink was so good, and we enjoyed most of the food. The lasagna wasn't my favorite, but everything else was tasty. The desserts were delicious, especially the tiramisu! Overall, a great spot for dinner and I'd definitely come back.

I really wanted to love this place because the flavors were honestly very good. I ordered a pasta…read moredish and added chicken on top, but when the food first came out, the chicken was undercooked/raw inside. I sent it back and considered ordering something completely different because I was concerned about cross-contamination from the raw chicken juices touching the pasta. The waiter reassured me twice that they would remake the dish fresh, so I trusted them and gave it another try. When it came back, the chicken appeared fully cooked and the dish itself tasted delicious. Unfortunately, within minutes of getting home (I only live about six minutes away), I started experiencing severe stomach cramping and stomach distress, followed by getting sick afterward. I'm sharing this simply so management is aware and so others can make informed decisions. The flavors and service were good, but this experience was concerning, especially when raw chicken is involved. Please use caution and trust your instincts.

Ordered food to go. Delicious. Pizza is so good. Love the thin crust and toppings so fresh…read more Fettuccini Alfredo tasted so fresh-butter, cream and Parmesan cheese. Spaghetti with meatballs delish. Love this place.

Food is excellent, a cozy dining room, and an opportunity to sit outside on their deck if weather…read moreconditions are pleasant. I was booking for a large group of very picky eaters , as they have options for pizza and Italian dishes at least that covered a decent range of dishes. Honestly was expecting a lot of nagging about the picky eaters meals as usual, but I made the decision to go here instead of your typical every type of food on the menu style restaurant. However, Cafe Italia delivered great Italian classics and pizza! Good enough that my picky eaters had a bit of a grab for first dibs on the leftovers to take home. Service was good, if maybe a bit slow as it was only kinda busy. But the food was really outstanding, pizza was a standout and overall I'm happy to go back.

I felt like I found another less-known gem in El Paso…read more It's definitely a neighborhood restaurant. Food has the distinct home cooked feel to it. After all, it's housed in a converted residence with two dining areas. One looks like a smaller bedroom and the other looks like a combination of living and dining rooms. It's very cozy. When we visited, there were at least four families and two couples having a dinner. Our server was excellent. She was friendly, courteous and efficient. Our drinks came out fast, and our food came out very fast even though it was sort of busy with dinner crowd--some large family dinner parties. Serving size comes in either full or half. I ordered a full order of spaghetti with meat sauce (photo). It first looked enormous and probably it was, but I was so hungry I finished the whole thing, and it was very good! I was looking around the dining room and saw some enormous serving of salads and pasta dishes. You can add some protein with your pasta. The fettuccine Alfredo I saw had a huge piece of chicken on it. I'd say in general the serving size is very generous here yet the price is very reasonable. For instance, my large spaghetti with meat sauce was only $9.95 with garlic toast. Since it's a la carte menu, if you want to add anything else to your pasta, I'd recommend to make it a dinner for additional $6.95. It'll come with soup, salad, bread and spumoni. What a deal, but you must come here with very good appetite since the serving size is huge. The only challenge I could think of is parking. Immediate street parking is very limited. I think it's almost impossible when it's crowded. There's a parking in the back, but you have to get in from the back alley. Unless you know it's there, you might have a difficult time locating it. I must come back here to try other menu items because I enjoyed so much. Highly recommended!

Wth. I thought it was all you canz its really simple. They want food, we asked dor it , its not…read morethat simple, we collect as a sample but you know what they said, it was gonna get better, but if it was to better, it would just be the same if we all just had some sense, you can collect that as whole come see me when you can about that,

The one on the west side has been the best experience for me. The food is phenomenal! From the soup…read moreto the salad to the pasta to the dessert. I am hooked. Service was great even though it was packed. Ambience was so cozy and nice. Highly recommend this location for really great Italian food!

Pasta uniformly overcooked (several tried), meatballs gamey, lasagna definitely weird (sorry, hard…read moreto describe), bread often burnt, bread refill request initially unfulfilled, service quality at bare minimum. Only saving graces are lively ambience and reasonable prices, pizza edible. But this doesn't elevate this to 2 stars.

If you're looking for a truly unique dining experience in El Paso, this place is a must. From the…read moremoment you walk in, you can tell it's something special. The restaurant is made up of individually themed rooms, each with its own personality, and the stories about the building's legendary hauntings only add to the charm. Our servers even shared some of the history, making the evening feel like more than just dinner. We sat in the casino room this visit and look forward to sitting in one of the other rooms next visit. The room was intimate and interesting but also allowed us to have a cozy meal with conversation. The food was outstanding. You can taste that the pasta is made to order and that the sauces are authentic and prepared with care. My friend and I shared the pasta nachos, lasagna, cheese ravioli, and chicken Parmesan, and every single dish was excellent. We somehow still found room for dessert and enjoyed the cheesecake, Mrs. B's strawberry cake w spumoni ice cream. The sauces were incredible and all was so fresh. What impressed me most, though, was the hospitality. This is a true family restaurant, and you can feel it. The service was exceptional, not just from our server, but from several members of the staff who stopped by to introduce themselves, check on us, and genuinely make us feel welcome. The pacing of the meal was perfect. We had heard about the famous singing waiter, but unfortunately was out sick. Even so, they surprised us by arranging a special serenade over the phone, despite the fact that we hadn't even ordered the pizza that usually comes with the performance of "That's Amore". It was such a thoughtful touch and perfectly reflects the heart of this restaurant. In a world where so many restaurants feel alike, this place is a rare gem in Central El Paso. Incredible food, unforgettable atmosphere, and genuinely warm people. We'll absolutely be back.

Had a wonderful time at this restaurant. The staff was fantastic and the owner came by our table…read moreand chatted for a few. Amazing time... food was really good.

We have been to this restaurant several times in the past, and have considered it one of our…read morefavorites. Until today. After today, not going back. We are not sure what happened, but the place changed. The old staff (who were relaxed and fun to be around) are all gone, the delicious food we kept returning to have is also gone, replaced by a menu that doesn't know what exactly this restaurant wants to be (tacos, fried chicken, attempt at French menu items, etc). They have 6 different kinds of French toast. We tasted 2 of them, and they have the same taste. Just different toppings. The price for the French toast with eggs, bacon and home fries was $17. Now they charge $18 just for 2 slices of brioche with some sauce that resembles the old Banana Foster sauce, and an additional $6 for the eggs, bacon and home fries. Disappointing, and more expensive than it's worth. Walking into a restaurant to be held hostage by some speech about a small store selling books inside the restaurant?! Yeah, don't do that. If we hadn't already ordered, we would have left. No refill on water, no inquiry about any other drinks. I wasn't even finished with my meal and the server slapped the check on the table and walked away. If that doesn't make you feel "welcome to leave", I don't know what does. Looking around, I find it unacceptable to bring food to the table 5 minutes apart for every person at the table. The staff now wears embroidered shirts with the restaurant logo (except for one, she was just chewing her gum while taking orders- also, ew), and the atmosphere has changed from casual to "we wanna be high end, we made some money so now we want you to pay more". Disappointing.

We had a wonderful experience at La Fête Cafe in El Paso. The service was outstanding, and our…read moreserver, Alex, was friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout our visit. The owner, Patrick, was personable, adding a special touch to the experience. Excellent food, we had the Fish and Grits and Peach Cobbler Bourbon French Toast - exceptional service, we'll definitely be back and highly recommend La Fête Cafe.