Came in for a light meal, ordered a pizza... have to say it was Hands Down one of the BeST Tasting PIZZa's I've had in this life time... Great JOB to the CoOK/CHEF/family Recipe!!! Located in a great spot here in Boulder! Definitely a must have when visiting! read more

Wandering Pearl st. and came upon Jay's, and had a great experience! The eggplant parm, tortellini, stuffed shell, meatballs were all great. Best Italian we have had in Colorado and we have tried MANY places in hopes of anything worth talking about. The sauce is wonderfully thick and flavorful. Our waitress Liv was also fantastic and very helpful in helping us choose our wine. We loved it so much we came for dinner two days in a row! Will absolutely be back next time we are in Boulder. read more

The food was so incredible. I got the Green Chili Ravioli, which was a bunch of flavors which didn't sound like they went together - but ended up being the best-tasting Italian dish I've ever had. The service was good, they missed two of the added ingredients within our party but fixed it quickly. The layout is pretty crowded but it's boulder. read more

Located in Pearl Street Mall corner of 10th St & Pearl St. We were walking down the shops looking for an appetizing lunch, and Pasta Jay's caught our attention. I ordered their 'Tortellone Alfredo', which is pasta pillows stuffed with cheese and baked in Alfredo sauce... Ridiculously delicious! Hands down the best pasta I've ever had. Their bread is so crunchy yet soft as you bite into it. Food tasted fresh with great presentation and very satisfying. All entrees are served with garlic bread, and an extra basket of bread is $5. We didn't need extra bread. Portions are generous. Shout out to our server, Kaili who was extremely attentive, making sure that we were good the entire time. The restaurant is clean with cute Italian decor. The restroom has a single toilet and was very clean. Overall, we had a great lunch experience here and will definitely return. read more

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Not good. Pizza tasted like cardboard. The meatballs did not taste fresh. Very disappointing.

They have gone down hill over time and don't have the same quality as before. I had the chicken with my pasta which was very bland. The salad however was very good. Overall it was disappointing especially for a native read more

Pause. This was so good. The tortellini was sooo good. Meatballs and cheesy bread were so good too. Would definitely go back and I did. Got the tortellini again. Gnocchi I don't get again but it was good! read more

Pasta Jay's - Dining area - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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This is my FAVORITE restaurant since moving to the states- this one takes the cake! The food is just amazing! The pizza base is thin and crispy, the pasta is just wholesome hearty and DELICIOUS! Our waitress was so friendly, quick and helpful! Our drinks were delicious (I had a cocktail). The tables and decor in the restaurant had me feeling like I was in Italy for a couple of hours! Would highly recommend to ANYONE! read more

Ethan and Jay Jr are incredible! Great service great food, great drinks ! Come to pasta jays for your food cravings!

First I want to say that the staff and service here is awesome! I love that they always check on you. This place gives you a basket of garlic bread before the meal but I ended up ordering garlic cheese bread because I didn't know we were going to get any bread. Both breads was really yummy! My son got the Georgia Bolognese. He liked it. I tried a bite of it. It was good. I love that they didn't drown it in a ton of sauce like some places would. My fiancee got The Submarine sandwich. He liked it. I tried a bite and it was yummy. The bread was soft which made the sandwich more awesome. Because I couldn't make up my mind, I got The Hangan Option. I got to choose three items. I got Jay's famous jumbo stuffed shells, chicken parmesan, and the housemade ravioli. It was a lot of food but delicious food! Good thing we had a refrigerator and microwave in our hotel room. This food was too good to go to waste. read more

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This place never disappoints. The food is always delicious and comes out bubbling hot. It was a really nice touch that they offer five dollar drinks while you're waiting on a table. We definitely took advantage of that. read more

Going to Boulder for school meant eating out at pasta jays a lot because their pasta truly is amazing. Although the restaurant is rather small and cramped, it's very warm and lively inside. Parking can be tough but since it's on Pearl Street, it makes for a great dinner spot so you can walk around before or after and see all the other shops! The first photo is actually from Pasta Jays in Moab but Boulder carries that same dishes. Great service at both spots, everyone is always very friendly. I love raving about Pasta Jays to my friends and family whenever they visit Boulder or Moab!! Some quality pasta dishes. read more

Pasta Jay's - Pesto Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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Great service. Friendly employees. Great atmosphere. They also got the food out quicker than expected. read more

Pasta Jay's - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

This place is very popular during a weekend night. We stopped to eat here given the popularity and buzz. There are a lot of great dish options on the menu - a lot of pasta, as expected! We had the Alfredo Williams and the shrimp Giacomo, these two were good but definitely felt like a cheat meal. A lot of cream in both dishes had the pasta feeling a bit soupy. The shrimp were large and tasty. They are also generous with the portion of chicken. Overall, it was a good experience as the staff is very nice and the atmosphere feels like being in your Italian grandma's house. The food was ok, but heavy and definitely not a place I could frequent. Would come back in the future if I'm in the area and in the mood for comfort food at a comforting place. read more

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I am in the middle of finals week and decided to reward myself with pasta after studying for 10+ hours today and I wrote in the notes in my order that it would mean a lot to me if they could put a little extra pasta in my order because it was finals and I was hoping to have leftovers for lunch tomorrow. Not only did they do that but they also gave me a complimentary slide of cake and a really sweet note on my order!! The staff were so incredibly nice and I thanked them on the phone but I thought they deserved the recognition and praise because the staff there is truly amazing:) read more

I would give this place a 3.5. They actually have a really great happy hour. The appetizers were all full size, which was surprising. Our biggest issue was the amount of garlic was in the food. Everything but the salad had garlic in it. Our salad had a huge blob of balsamic vinaigrette right in the middle of it. It was good, but I would get the dressing on the side. When we were there, our waitress, Mia was absolutely busting her butt while several other staff members were sitting around chatting. We probably won't be back just due to the amount of garlic in the food. read more

Went 11/7 for dinner with some friends and the food was good. Service was also really good.

In a great location in Boulder, Pasta Jay's offers all of the Italian staples. They have a nice assortment of both indoor and outdoor seating options. We went on a Thursday night, so it was about a 30 minute wait for a table. That said, it's easy to walk around a little bit to kill some time. It was busy throughout the evening and we were seated in the middle of the bustling room. We ordered the baked carbonara, hagan, and baked lasagna. They are really in to baking pasta dishes. The hagan is a selection of three types of pasta in a tomato sauce. I didn't get the pastas I ordered, but only remembered halfway through eating the dish so I didn't seem to mind. Everyone was in agreement that the food was just alright. The pasta wasn't fresh and the sauces lacked flavor - I think baking it is their way to hide lacking quality. The service was pretty good though. They seem to hire the local college students, which is nice to support. They even gave us an extra glass of wine because they accidentally poured it at the bar. Overall, I think the location keeps this place busy. Go for convenience, not for amazing food. Food: 5/10 Environment: 6/10 Service: 7.5/10 Location: 9/10 Overall: 6.2/10 read more

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We had a big group as the Florida Gators Women's lacrosse team here in Boulder. After we trounced the UC Davis aggies, we were a hungry group awaiting a full course meal. The minute we sat down at Pasta Jay's, we were immediately served with delicious salad and bread. We then had the tortellini Alfredo, chicken parm, and Manicotti. All phenomenal dishes. As my teammates and I were discussing how good the food was, we said we must meet Pasta Jay. Our wonderful waiter, Ethan, said he would introduce us. Pasta Jay could not have been more pleasant, friendly, and kind. When he walked away, our first thought was "wow he is so young!". Just at 25 years old, Pasta Jay is running his family-owned business and already demonstrating the leadership and dedication it takes to successfully carry on his family's legacy. Shoutout to Ethan and Matteo for making our dining experience nothing short of exceptional. We will be back at Pasta Jay's next time we're in Boulder and we are trying to get to the second location in Moab, Utah. Thank you Jay!!! - Florida Lacrosse read more

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Great food and lovely ambiance. We got pasta, and it was delicious and everything was perfect. Service was very good. read more

Pasta Jay's - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

I was excited to try Pasta Jay's, but honestly, the flavor and quality reminded me a lot of Olive Garden, and not in a nostalgic, warm-breadsticks kind of way. The pasta tasted mass-produced, the sauce was flat and overly sweet, and nothing really stood out as "fresh" or authentic. If you're craving true Italian flavor, I'd look elsewhere. read more

Absolutely wonderful place! The atmosphere is loud and fun! We had amazing dishes and appetizers! The waiter Jax was super friendly and helpful!! I would definitely go back!!! read more

Pasta Jay's - Buffalo Bill Ravioli - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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Still not great. 3yo wanted noodles. We were on Pearl Street... Pasta Jay's it is! Quoted a 10 minute wait. Ended up waiting 30 minutes. Soda, iced tea, and milk now $6! read more

Don't waste your time!!! This was. BY FAR. The worst eating experience I've had in Boulder. Service was abominable. The hostess wearing a black skirt and tank top with her hair in a pony sat a table of boys in front of the entire rest of the list because she thought they were cute (which she told one of the other girls). To be clear, this is nothing against the body tea girl in the grey skims dress, she was running that show. I think her name was Ava. Food was expensive and so so mid, it took a while to come out. Clearly in desperate need of new management and a staff refresh. read more

In an otherwise OK meal, I got the chicken genovese and the middle was very undercooked and raw in one spot. I let the server know and gave it back. I can understand that mistakes happen, but the server then said that it cannot be raw because of the way that they cook it. This was a very strange response given that there was a raw piece of chicken sitting in the middle of the plate that anyone can see. Just take responsibility! They did not comp the dish. I will not go back there again. read more

Some of the best service we have had since moving here. The waitress was so friendly, and attentive to every detail. Pictured is the chicken parm and ravioli, as well as aeperol spritz. Would 10/10 recommend to everybody I know. read more

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Cute ambiance but the food is mediocre. Overpriced for the quality and taste. Would not recommend.

This place has been around a long time - location certainly doesn't hurt as the people watching on Pearl street is pretty entertaining (at least to my son and I). The weather was stormy but we stuck it out as the mountains provided enough foreshadowing to know it would pass. Our server was very polite and accommodating. My son had the margherita pasta and I had the special of the day (eggplant ravioli?). We also shared an order of Brussel sprouts - oh yum!! Both were very good and served piping hot. I'd go back again as the food was good, the view was great, and the company was outstanding! read more

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My experience dining with Pasta Jay's was just amazing, all thanks to my wonderful server. I believe her name was Savannah, she was very kind and welcoming. Not only was her service timely and supportive, but made the overall experience more enjoyable. As for the food, it was definetly some of the best italian food i've had in Boulder. The Lobster Ravioli and the baked burrata were just amazing, the flavors were cooked to perfection. The ambiance of the restaurant made me feel like I was in Italy or even an authentic italian restaurant in NYC. I definetly would recommend this place to anyone for the great food and downright amazing service. read more

The gluten free pasta needs to be talked about. Always overcooked and mushy. You'd be better off under cooking them or a different gf pasta all together. This happens every time we visit. read more

I chose this restaurant to celebrate my pre-birthday, the menu especially the Sangria was delicious, The atmosphere is nice and quiet, you'll really enjoy eating here quite a lot. I was happy to make a good choice, the staff very friendly and the place is fabulous and fancy. I really love this restaurant. One more restaurant that joins my list of my favorites. read more

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I give everything five stars except it's tomato pizza sauce which I would give one star. It's got sugar in it - eww. When I eat dinner I want dinner, not dessert read more

The atmosphere here is nice and so are the service staff. I would've liked to give five stars but the food was not the greatest. We ordered the spinach and artichoke dip for a starter which was good but it really felt like it was missing something. As for our mains, my partner and I each ordered the Hagan Option which is essentially a pasta bake of three different items. Both of our dishes were burnt on top. I don't mind if something is a little burnt but I don't want to be tasting crispy pasta the whole time. We were also given garlic bread which was also slightly burnt. I'm not sure if I'd come back but if you like slightly burnt food then this place would be for you. read more

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Absolutely never had a bad experience at Pasta Jay's. Food is outstanding service is amazing. Highly recommended

Food looked very tasty, wished for a little more flavor though. Atmosphere is phenomenal, especially the outdoor seating. read more

Pasta Jay's - Italian Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

Amazing food! You will not be disappointed! Great service too. It's very popular so you may have to wait for a table.

Always love Pasta Jay's, it's an overall perfect pick for a nice lunch or dinner date! I love the dining room when it's warm enough to have the windows open. I definitely recommend the spinach and artichoke dip above all else! Service was a bit slow but my visit was on a busy Saturday so it is to be expected! read more

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I go here every time I visit Boulder. Great atmosphere and service. Their pesto sauce is really good.

Great service and support of Niwot High School, the food was amazing and they helped us raise funds for our orchestra!

This our fave Italian spot! You have to get the garlic knots!!! Lots of hot bubbly cheese on almost everything. Get a bottle of sauce to take home and you can have another Pasta Jay's experience at home. read more