My daughter sent me over to get dinner. The restaurant was so extremely clean. When I walked inside the smell of food just heavenly I lived in the area from 1986 and passed by so many times. I loved the food order to go. Grabbed a menu. I started to tell all my friends and clients. I relocated and I visit every time I come back to the area. The had the best homemade pasta I have ever eaten and I traveled across country. I am a foodie put extremely picking. This restaurant is at the top of my list. read more

This is a cute little shop with a nice variety of specialty items like spaghetti sauces, olive oils, and other gourmet treats. They also have refrigerators and freezers stocked with prepared foods, plus a deli counter offering freshly made sandwiches. Here's what we tried: -Egg salad sandwich - Just okay. It was pretty basic (mostly eggs and mayo). I asked them to add mustard, which definitely helped give it more flavor. -Prosciutto sandwich - Also just okay, nothing particularly standout. -Arancini & meat arancini - These were from the cold case, and I took them home to heat up. Unfortunately, they weren't very good--likely had been sitting there a bit too long. -Lemon blueberry ricotta cake - From the refrigerated case, and again, just okay. Overall, the shop itself is charming and has a lot to offer, but the items we tried from the deli and prepared foods didn't quite meet expectations. read more

Padua Pasta Makers - Egg salad sandwich...bland. - Pasta Shops Near Me - Upland, California

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I stopped by Padua this morning after a dentist appointment because it's close by and my wife and I have always enjoyed the sandwiches here. I wanted to surprise my wife by bringing her lunch at work, and since she has a student teacher helping her, I even thought it would be nice to grab an extra sandwich for them as well. When I walked in, the restaurant had just opened and it wasn't busy at all. I approached the counter and told the employee I wanted a Padua Special and a salami and cheese sandwich, but I was waiting for a quick text from my wife to confirm the third sandwich. This only took about a minute. After placing the order, I noticed on the menu that the salami and cheese sandwich normally comes with mayo, which my wife doesn't like. I politely asked if they could please leave the mayo off. At that point, the older woman making the sandwiches started visibly reacting--shaking her head, shrugging, and acting irritated. I let it go because I was just looking forward to getting the sandwiches and heading out. A couple of minutes later I got a call from my brother (who works with me), and since I was already there I asked if he wanted a meatball sub. He said yes, so I went back to the counter and politely asked if I could add one more sandwich to my order. That's when the situation became very uncomfortable. The older woman making the sandwiches began shaking her head, throwing bread around, and acting extremely frustrated. I asked if there was a problem, and she said she had already started the sandwiches. I explained that I wasn't asking to change anything--just to add another sandwich. I didn't understand why that would be an issue, especially since it was simply an additional purchase. Her attitude continued, and the interaction made me feel unwelcome and embarrassed. At that point I considered just walking out, but my wife was already expecting lunch from this place, so I stayed. When I went to pay, I asked the cashier who the older woman was, and I was surprised to learn that she is the owner. Honestly, I was floored. As a business owner myself, I can't imagine treating paying customers this way--especially when they're ordering multiple items and spending over $60. My wife and I have been coming here for years and always enjoyed it, but after this experience I don't think I'll be returning. No customer should feel like they are bothering a business simply for placing an order or asking for a small modification. If I could offer one suggestion: the owner should avoid direct customer interactions if they're going to react this way. Customer service matters, and today's experience completely changed how I feel about a place we used to enjoy. read more

Best meatball sandwich I have ever had in my 51 years of living. I also love a the turkey , Italian sub, and Foccasia turkey sandwich . read more

I was in Upland today from LA and stopped in for a big boy Caprese sandwich. It always hits right, whatever we've had here!!

If you're looking for a spot that seamlessly blends warm hospitality, delectable cuisine with a casual but lively ambiance, look no further than Padua Pasta! This deli is an absolute gem, the sandwiches, salads, pastas, entries, baked goods, and other amazing items are just next level. They use fresh ingredients, generous portions with flavors and textures that transported our tastebuds to various levels. This just showcases management's commitment to high quality cuisine and authenticity. The staff is just as amazing as their food, friendly, welcoming, and made us feel like regulars even though it was our first visit. The whole place has that warm neighborhood vibe that's hard to find these days. In conclusion, Padua Pasta delivers with quality, taste, and great customer service that succeeded our expectations and warrants return visits. We'll definitely be back!! read more

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So, I've been trying to try a sandwich from this place. So far I'm 0 for 2. Apparently, in order to be able to try one of their sandwiches you have to come as soon as they open and make it your breakfast because if you try to have it for lunch it's not going to happen because they run out of bread. How does a place that makes sandwiches run out of bread 2 days in a row? Anyway, I tried their fettuccine Alfredo and I must say it was pretty delicious. I'll give it one more attempt to try a sandwich and be there tomorrow as soon as you open! read more

UPLAND update: A downright delightful deli with outstanding sandwiches and nifty small scale store with goodies from here to Italy. I got the Wednesday special which was stacked eggplant. $8.99 August 2025. Not overwhelmingly good but good enough. In the past, my sisters shared the Padua special- a special sandwich it is. Y.U.M. So much meat and totally shareable. They sell freshly homemade pasta in various styles, It's must try next visit. Very clean establishment. Parking is tight, but just west of the store there's a parking lot that works out a lot better than squeezing in. read more

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I haven't been here for a couple years because my company moved locations - it's just as DELICIOUS as I remembered! The Padua Special is still one of my favorite sandwiches and the daily pasta special of rigatoni with pink sauce and meatballs was soooooo good! My son loved it!! Staff is also still very kind and helpful!! read more

Overpriced lunch box - good sandwich. I stopped by Padua while visiting family at the hospital nearby. It's a very cute shop with lots of grab and go novelty food or fresh pasta. I got the tuna salad sandwich lunch box. The sandwich is tasty, it just felt like the lunch box was not worth the price. I paid $7 more for a combo and only got a condiment size plastic cup of pasta and one piece of small candy. Not sure what the $7 extra is for! read more

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I truly can't get enough of this place! Their fresh pasta is perfect because I have gluten intolerances. The first time I tried their pasta I knew it would be a gamble. But I felt just fine afterward, no tummy troubles. They offer all kinds of things from olive oil to premade food items that you heat and serve. They are truly a deli as well and have a lot to offer from fresh meats to potato salads and soups. If I lived closer I'd come here more often. read more

Padua Pasta Makers - Pasta Shops Near Me - Upland, California

The food was very good like delicious and they're bathroom was very clean which made us very happy then we order a gelato they even waited for us to be done with our food the service was sooo nice so in the end best samwiches recommended read more

Had the pasta special and a cannoli, everything was so fresh and delicious. Staff was very nice and welcoming. I will definitely be back soon. read more

Padua Pasta Makers - Pasta Shops Near Me - Upland, California

All I can say is wow! The sandwiches here are absolutely phenomenal. I stopped by to grab a few for lunch, and every bite was packed with flavor. I also picked up some freshly baked bread, which was just as delicious. They make their own pasta in house, which I didn't get to try this time but we'll definitely be back for that! I also noticed they offer frozen meals, which I unfortunately spotted after I had already paid (next time for sure!). The store is clean and well kept, and both the cashier and the sandwich maker were friendly and welcoming. Overall, a fantastic lunch stop and a great experience all around! read more

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2nd time coming to this place because the food is great. I met my sister for lunch here today. We ordered 2 tuna sandwiches and a roast beef hot sandwich. We also bought 3 sour dough loaf and 2 snapples. When we got our food, they handed us 2 TB (turkey bread sandwiches) and her roast beet hot sandwich. I brought it to the cashier behind the counter. The older lady who made the sandwiches kept saying "We did not make any Tuna sandwiches, just Turkey". I told her, I know you made the Turkey sandwiches, but it's not what I ordered. She insists that it was on the order receipt. The lady who took the order wrote the wrong sandwich down. The lady behind the cash register, spoke with my sister, and she told my sister that she would replace it at no charge. We offered her the 2 TB sandwiches back (we didn't touch it), but she refuses to take it back. She gave us the 2 tuna sandwiches. Then, she came back 10 minutes later to tell us that her boss wants us to pay for it. Unbelievable! They do not care about their customer especially when it's their fault. We paid over hundred dollars for lunch. Needless to say, I will never step foot in that place ever again nor will I recommend anyone to go there. H. Jaye read more

I came her on Wednesday cause claros was closed. They would not take cash. I ordered my food and had to cancel. $20 buck for a sandwich and chips A bit much. Ended up going to old world deli. They take cash. Probably go back to claros next time. read more

Hands down best pastrami I've had in a long time. Very nice place with fresh pasta, soups, salads amongst other items made fresh. The inside is nicely decorated and has a sitting area. The owner wouldn't let me park my bike outside and told me to bring it in with me. read more

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Two stars for what looked like a nice, clean shop with a decent selection. One star for lack of any sort of service. I'm assuming the multiple people walking around in black shirts and pants were employees, but no way to tell for sure as all I got were a few weird looks and the rest just didn't even know I was in there. I ended up putting my pricey quart of Rosa sauce back and walked out. Surely their food is great, but I cannot STAND that sort of weirdness when I go into shops. Huge turnoff. And I'm just a normal-looking lady, nothing weird going on, on this end. read more

I had a great experience at this establishment, but I couldn't help but notice how poorly one of the employees, Krista (hope I got her name right), was treated by an incredibly rude and entitled customer. While I was placing my order for my family, this woman rudely cut us off mid-order just to ask about something completely unrelated. Despite being in the middle of a rush, Krista responded with incredible patience and professionalism, softly saying, "I'm sorry, can you give me a moment?" That alone was impressive--because I know I wouldn't have handled it so calmly! The woman, clearly not used to waiting her turn, stomped off in frustration. Even after finishing our order, I saw Krista go out of her way to address the woman's concerns. However, it was clear from the body language that this customer wasn't actually looking for a solution--she just wanted to vent. Some people don't want help; they just want to take their frustrations out on someone, and unfortunately, customer service workers become the target far too often. To anyone reading this: Customer service employees are not your personal assistants, and treating them with respect should be the bare minimum. As a customer, I appreciate mutual respect, not entitlement. Shoutout to Krista and the team for handling difficult customers with grace. You all deserve better! Ok; now; for the actual place. The food is always amazing, fresh and fast. The ambience is good music, good vibes and great employees. Thank you read more

Padua Pasta Makers - Lovely cookies right? - Pasta Shops Near Me - Upland, California

Love love love the prosciutto di Parma sandwich. It is just a classic. I should try other sandwiches but also can't because it's that yummy. I have tried their freshly made pasta and that is just a treat. Brought home a pound of fettuccine and the hubs whipped up a great weeknight dinner. They also have lots of different Italian products through out the shop. I will be back for another prosciutto sandwich and a cannoli! read more

Great little place. Food always tastes great. Staff is always very friendly and welcoming. read more

Padua Pasta Makers - Thursday pene alfredo - Pasta Shops Near Me - Upland, California

Hands down my favorite place! Come for the sandwiches, stay for the chocolate chip cookies! They do get busy, so be patient. They have great specials and the cutest decor throughout. They have small seating area, and a great selection of homemade pasta . read more

Made my first AND last visit today to Padua Pasta Makers. I was so disappointed in every aspect of my visit - from crummy parking to no clear direction in the store, poor customer service, mediocre taste, and unreasonable prices. I was shocked that they had ran out of bread and were no longer able to offer sandwiches and the wait for just some sliced meat/cheese was 35+ minutes. I did not feel welcomed and should have left immediately, but still tried to give them a shot. Since they were no longer making sandwiches (which the cashier shared happens often), I opted to make my own at a table. I was charged $30 for a can of Diet Coke, a few slices of salami, a few slices of provolone, a few slices of roast beef, a few rolls, and a small container of pesto pasta salad. Yikes! I would not recommend this spot and will not return. read more

Cute sandwich and Italian foods shop. Met family for lunch. Everyone ordered the hot sandwiches and I had a ham & cheese. Large & filling. Friendly staff. read more

Holy smokes, this place is good! My new boss took me here for the first time for lunch, otherwise I would still have no idea what I was missing! I ordered a hot turkey sandwich on a roll, and it very well could be the best hot sandwich I've ever eaten! The amount of freshly made pasta, baked goods, take and bake dishes, salads, deli meats, cheeses, and drinks was overwhelming In such a good way! I visited a second time this past week with my boyfriend and we shared a turkey sandwich, and he loved it! This is a hidden gem, for sure! read more

Fresh pasta. YES please. Been here a few times. Tried some new things upon this visit. The calzone is huge definitely shareable. Or have some now and parcel some up for later at your leisure. Nice golden and crisp dough shell. No soggy bottoms here. Giant meatballs inside with mozzarella cheese and a nice dipping sauce with hints of wine. Lasagna was quite tasty with that little ball of happiness garlic bread bun. What a pleasant surprise. I would definitely take some of those to go. Bright and airy interior. Limited open seating areas if you're able to snag a spot. Luckily we went while it wasn't crowded. Enjoyed the bright and sunny winter day lol. Assorted filled raviolis by the pound, soups, fresh bread, sausage, meat selections, olive oils, dips, cold pasta salad, manicotti, fettuccine Alfredo, cannolis, cookies. Just to name a few items to try. Great food for parties! read more

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Little slice of American Italian! It was very delicious overall. We bought two Padua specials, each of the arancini's, caprese salad, and cannolis. Each one was decadent. Bread was superb crunchy exterior and fluffy on the interior. Service was solid, made recommendations when asked, and brought the food to us when it was ready, can't beat that. read more

Padua Pasta Makers - Cannoli - Pasta Shops Near Me - Upland, California

Food is delicious, ambiance is amazing. Service is cheerful and very kind. I recommend this place

Wow!!! I love this place. I'm had the specialty sandwich which had mozzarella, prosciutto tomato and balsamic on fresh bread Excellent read more

Food is Fresh & it smells delicious in here .. service is friendly & very helpful. Clean

First time visit. I ordered the 10 inch Padua Italian special sandwich for $16.95. When I got home and opened it I had a turkey and cheddar cheese sandwich. Which was very dry and not very good. I'm really upset. read more

My favorite sandwich place in the area. The padua special is a wonderful, wonderful sandwich. Not only is the selection of deli meat, cheese and veggies assembled in perfect balance, the real star of the sandwich is the bread. So soft, delicious, and crusty. Since moving away from this area, it has become one of our must-visit spots whenever we come through the IE. The 10in is enough for two to share! There are only a few parking spots in private lot, but the turnover is pretty quick. To get your sandwich, you order at the counter and then you can pay for it. When the sandwich is ready they will call your name. In addition to sandwiches, theres a wide range of other delicious Italian fare. Pizza, cookies, pasta (of course), sauces, dough, canned and jarred goods, and more! They have a restroom and indoor and outdoor seating. read more

Padua Pasta Makers - Padua special 10inch - Pasta Shops Near Me - Upland, California

Fairly small and cozy italian store/restaurant My girlfriend and I were craving italian sandwiches and we got exactly what we were looking for and more. Ordered the hot roast beef sandwich and prosciutto di parma, respectively, and we were very surprised by the size of the small sandwiches. Staff were incredibly kind and very welcoming despite being close to closing. P.S. - Parking lot is small, be prepared to find parking somewhere else. read more

Padua Pasta Makers - Hot roast beef sandwich with everything on it (starving so i ate half before thinking of taking a photo) - Pasta Shops Near Me - Upland, California

Mortadella Sandwich is a must!! Lots of options for fresh pastas and desserts. A little pricey but worth it. Service is quick. Lunch time is really busy but line moves quickly. read more

Looks can be deceiving...from the outside you would think not grand or spectacular but once you step inside, it beautiful and we'll fashioned. The Padua Special is delicious and a must have, the meatball sandwich on the other hand was a bit disappointing. All in all 4 out of 5, but if they improved the meatball sandwich it would be a solid 5 across the board. Hint: it's meatball not meatball sliced into pieces. read more

I really wanted to like this place, but the customer service was some of the worst I've experienced. The sandwich makers seemed far more interested in jaw-jacking with their coworkers than actually helping customers. I stood there waiting while they laughed and chatted among themselves, barely acknowledging anyone in line. When I finally did get my order, it felt like they threw the sandwich together without a second thought. If this is the level of attention they're giving customers, the owner might want to consider sending the sandwich makers back to sandwich school--because whatever training they had clearly didn't stick. I hope things improve, but for now, I can't recommend this spot. read more

Food was very good. We got the egg sandwich, a variety of cookies and these balls filled with meat and risotto. The woman who helped us was very nice. Will be back. read more

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Padua is always fresh and delicious! Always get the meatball sub and a small container of pesto pasta! The servers are always friendly! One of my favorite places to visit! read more

My favorite little Italian shop around. Never had a sandwich from here that I didn't like. Padua is a special little Italian market that is elegantly designed. I love everything about Padua just based off of the sandwiches, market, and design and after so many visits I haven't even tried the pasta yet. Once I get to that I'll update my review. Parking is a bit of trouble here but it's never that bad. read more

Padua Pasta Makers is a gem. I've lived locally for years and just found out about this place. They make their own pasta and pastries, and have a great selection of deli meats. There are so many things to try that I'm always looking forward to coming back. read more