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4.5 (786 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

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Happy hour specials

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Rigatoni with meatballs
Jay P.

In-laws felt like Italian and this place had very high reviews. I would categorize this as "American Italian" and this isn't a bad thing, just know what to expect and don't compare this to what you had in Italy. They let you build your own pizza and pasta so it's a bit mis en place to customize your order to however you want. There is an "IG wall" you can take pictures at but it's located in a tiny normal strip mall and besides the website and social media pictures a pretty normal restaurant. Margherita Pizza :Tomato, Ricotta, Fresh Basil. Very sparse ricotta on this and felt like not enough cheese was used, see pictures. Cacio e Pepe: Spaghetti noodles, Pecorino Romano, Parmigiano, Olive Oil and Black Pepper. With sausage added, it was OK, too al dente and slightly under cooked. Rigatoni with Meatballs: This one I wish we ordered more of, we got it for the kids but I tried some and it tasted great.

Garlic bread. Needs more crunch and less time soaking in butter
Jenn W.

I was told about this place a long time ago by a family member who lived in the area at the time, but had since moved away. So, really no reason for me to visit after that. Came across it again on a shopping trip for pet food and thought I'd stop by finally. Location: On the corner of Glassell and Lincoln Ave it's in a small strip mall with a private parking lot, but shared. Customer service is good and the ambiance was like walking onto a sidewalk cafe for a break after a shopping trip. Food: I wasn't feeling brave enough to chose my own plate, so I went with their braised beef ravioli in pink sauce. Wasn't expecting the mush like consistency of the filling, but I couldn't fault them the freshness of their pasta. There's just a taste you get from fresh made pasta you don't get with packaged ones. The pink sauce was divine and i liked it. Larger appetites will think the serving too small, but was just right for me since I had garlic bread. 8/10 The garlic bread wasn't my favorite. Too much oil/butter on the bread and not enough time in the oven or on the pan for a crust on the top. I was given the option of cheese on top but i passed on it. Maybe i should have gotten the cheese on top as that might have given me a crust on top of the bread. Summary: I left full and satisfied except for that garlic bread. Maybe next time I'll branch out and build my own next time. The menu looks inviting with endless combination possibilities. Adding a protein to your dish will be an extra charge. Build your own pizza is also available tool (They have signature pizzas too). However, sandwiches are not build. your own. Cute little place, just too bad it's so far away as I love pasta. Still reasonable prices for what you get and best of all:mom and pop shop. Happy Eating!!!

Parpadelle Beef Pasta
Sally L.

What can I say? I wanted carbs for lunch! Ordered a braised short rib pasta, meat lover pizza, and garlic bread. The one thing I was really eyeing was the pasta. The short ribs in there were so tender. They have nice pieces lathered onto the noodles. The noodles were nice and bouncy. They are wide and long, so fun to eat and just delicious. Would order this again! The meat lover pizza was amazing. My kids loved it, nice thin crush, nicely layered with cheese and just an overall yummy pizza. The garlic bread was a 6/10 not crazy over them. Service was good, the gal who took my order was down to earth. I waited about 15 mins until my entire order was done . Not too bad for all that food. Casual dining area and plenty of indoor seating along the wall. There is more seating towards the back as well. I love the different artwork highlighting Orange County. Super neat to look at.

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Nancy R.

I came to this place because of their reviews, but was disappointed in my experience. The restaurant was nearly empty while we were there and it took 45 minutes for our food to be ready. I understand people have off days, but the staff wasn't very friendly and seemed annoyed when asked questions (ie asked for a water cup because none were available). Braised beef ravioli - 6/10, beef was flavorful, sauce was bland BOYP (pappardelle, pink sauce, and sausage) - 3/10, the up charges on this felt excessive (ie $2 for pappardelle + $3 for pink sauce + $3.50 for sausage), the sauce was not flavorful, the pasta was cooked well, sausage was okay Garlic bread - 2/10, no garlic flavor I am tempted to try their pizza in the future, but would not re-order pasta. The price for the meal we ordered was not justified during this dining experience.

Should have taken a picture before we attacked tjis bad boy.
Jacob A.

So this restaurant is a little hidden gem. If you like homemade pasta, well this place is for you. We ordered the three pasta special (penne pasta with creamy pesto, cacioe e peppe and added bacon, and braised beef pasta). We also had the chopped salad. Just delicious. The staff was great and hard working. We will definitely return....who wouldn't.

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Love-Lei B.

Had an amazing experience here! Food came out timely and staff was very helpful, also I was very surprised that the portions were gently sized. Will definitely be coming back!

Pesto BYO Pasta

Tried Pasta Party for the first time and it definitely won't be my last. The ambience is clean, chill, and really comfortable, perfect spot to relax and enjoy a good meal. The customer service was phenomenal from start to finish. The cashier was friendly and welcoming, and even the pizza maker checked in with us to see if we had any questions about the menu, which I really appreciated. We ordered the fettuccine with pesto sauce and a margherita pizza with pepperoni. The pizza was incredible the cheese tasted high quality and made every bite super satisfying. The pasta was just as impressive. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and it was so well seasoned that we didn't need to add any extra pepper or anything else. Overall, a great experience with both food and service. Definitely looking forward to coming back!

Crystal Z.

I came here with family. We all enjoyed our food and service. My sister ordered the cheese ravioli and said it was one of the best cheese ravioli dishes she has had. My mom ordered the cacio e pepe and enjoyed it. I ordered the parpadelle beef pasta and was blown away. Both my boyfriend and mom tried it and said my dish was the best. Big portion sizes. Comes with bread and butter. Pizza was decent. It was warm inside the restaurant--it is September and warm out. Customer service was good. Overall we all said we would come back. It's a must try

Christmas set make for cute photo ops
Cee O.

My husband, our 3 boys and i stayed at a local hotel so we chose this place for dinner based off the yelp reviews. I'm happy we did because they did not disappoint. Luckily we were the only ones dining in. It's in a strip mall so it's not that big inside but cute little cozy space with friendly staff. The food was even better! Their beef braised pasta was so good! I highly recommend. My husband and I split that with a Cesar salad and we were stuffed. If I'm ever in the OC I will definitely go back

Hyunmee C.

Like a normal pizzeria with seating into the back so it's not a romantic spot or overly picturesque. There's a parking lot which is convenient. Service was friendly and quick. They have a surcharge for using credit cards. Penne In pink sauce and sausage 8/10 Chicken parmigiana with spaghetti 9/10 Beef braised ravioli 9/10 - all the pastas were a bit on the salty side (prob the pink sauce) 12" pizza with half deluxe 10/10 They have a self serve soda machine but you do have to pay for a cup; they do offer water but it doesn't taste good at all. Their soda machine is all cream based drinks so if you don't like those I would bring your own water.

Parpadelle Beef Pasta
Tiffany M.

Food was delicious, but service was even better. The restaurant felt very homey and welcoming and the mini vespas were a nice touch. Alex recommended the short rib pasta, beef braised ravioli, or gnocchi and I opted for the short rib pasta. It was a generous portion and the pappardelle and short rib were cooked and seasoned to perfection. Alex, chef Fabio, and the rest of the team were great because you can really feel the love that was put into the food and restaurant. I will definitely be back!

Fettuccine penne

4 stars simply for the pasta. We had penne and tagliatelle. One had fettuccine sauce the other beef braised sauce.. we were very disappointed with bread and cheese. For good quality pasta you need a good quality parm, pecorino not kraft bottled cheese. The bread was very dry too. It was accompanied by very cold small individual butter packets. The bread was more room temperature than warm. IG reels convinced me try this place and even though the pasta was delicious, I most likely won't come back.

Tori H.

Decided to give this pasta place to try since we were in the area. This was actually our first time seeing and hearing about it but after looking at several other reviews, we were intrigued. Super cute inside. We both did the build your own pasta I got penne noodles, and some kind of spicy garlic red sauce with the meatball and my sister got the exact same thing except she got fettuccine noodles. We were unaware that when we got meatballs it literally just came with one giant funny looking meatball we were under the impression it was going to be multiple meatballs. We also got garlic bread. The garlic bread was amazing. Let's start with that. The garlic bread was so good. It had a wonderful crisp and grateful flavor extra garlic, but I like that. The pasta was OK. I literally can just say that the pasta was OK. I feel like it was too spicy to enjoy and the one big old meatball was throwing me off. I ended up having to cut it in multiple pieces. It wasn't nothing to rant or rave about literally the garlic bread was the best part. I would not recommend the pasta that I had normal my sister I probably should have just stuck to something simple like chicken Alfredo. The customer service was really good. I can say that they were very personable. We showed up maybe about 40 minutes before closing yime and they actually did start closing while we were still inside and yeah, not a fan favorite for me and my sister.

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The food, service and ambience were great. I want to go back & try other things on the menu. The pizza looked delicious!

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Do they have a full bar?

Sorry we only have beer&wine no liquor (not full bar)

Can your dinning room accomodate a group of 6people? If yes, is a reservation suggested?

Yes we can. We don’t formally take reservations, although if you call us 2 hours in advance we can prepare the large table for your group. Some weekends we do get an influx of customers so wait time can vary.

Do you have chicken Alfredo?

Yes we do. We have, build your own pasta :)

The pictures look like orders of trays but no pricing or is this just for presentation?

For catering, you’ll need to give me a buzz. I can explain the menu and suggestions on the perfect catering :) info@pastapartyusa.com or call the restaurant

Are there any gluten free options besides salad?

Yes we have a penne pasta gluten free! You can pair it up with sauce of your choice. Hope this helps!

Do you (or can you) do family style dining?

Yes they do and it's a crowd pleaser!!!

Dry noodles or fresh?

All I can say is that its fantastic food. Im not from CA but when I come into town, I make sure to order Cacio e pepe! Chicken Parm was also great along with the pizza!

Takeout comes with bread?

I think so.

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Ake'Larry - Tuna melt arepa

Ake'Larry

(183 reviews)

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There are coffee shops, and then there are places that make you want to slow down. Ake Larry is…read morefirmly the latter. Walking in, you feel it instantly -- that rare combination of cozy and intentional that so many cafés try to manufacture but so few actually achieve. The space is genuinely charming. The kind of place where you settle in, exhale, and stop thinking about whatever was on your mind five minutes ago. Whether you're coming in solo with a book or just need a quiet corner to exist for a while, Ake Larry holds that space beautifully. But the real story here is the owner. I don't throw around the phrase "best owner ever" lightly -- but this one earned it. They checked in on me personally, asked how I wanted my coffee made, and actually listened. Not in a transactional way, but in the way someone does when they genuinely care about the experience they're putting in front of you. That level of attentiveness is vanishingly rare and it transformed what could have been a standard café visit into something that actually felt personal. The coffee itself delivered on that promise. You could taste the intention behind it -- well-extracted, balanced, and made exactly to spec. No guessing, no inconsistency. Just a really good cup of coffee crafted by someone who clearly takes their craft seriously. The pastries and food rounded it all out perfectly. Nothing felt like an afterthought -- everything on the menu seemed to belong there. Ake Larry is a regular rotation spot. Full stop.

We are visiting from San Jose. I somehow found Ake'Larry and saw all the amazing reviews - told my…read morehusband we had to try it. It sure did not disappoint! Everything tasted so fresh and delicious. You can tell everything is made with care. The focaccia so light, pasta very chewy. Service very friendly. Definitely want to go back.

Cortina's

Cortina's

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My mom found this place through a coworker who is a regular. She brought Cortina sandwiches for a…read moredepartment lunch one day and that's how the good news spread. Cortina's has become my favorite sandwich shop. My mom usually drops by there once a week to pick up lunch for the family. My step dad loves the roast beef dip, my brother go to is the philly cheesesteak and my mom's favorite is the Cortina Special. For me I've had the Fireball, pastrami, philly cheesesteak, Rocky Balboa, Meatball, Sausage and peppers, Cortina special all of them delicious but the Philly cheesesteak is my favorite. I have yet tried their pasta. Maybe someday I will. Overall service is good but they do get busy because of their limited business hours. Best bet is to place an order online through their app. Can't wait for my next experience.

This place doesn't need the shoutouts or advertisement - both locations are great, and do well…read morewithout but I'm still going to leave a review because for 10+ yrs, we have been enjoying their food/sandwiches! I have to start with their cannolis: one of the best I've had! Crunchy, enough filling. I like both but my favorite is the chocolate one. You guys know how big and depending on what you get, how filled the sandwiches are! It doesn't matter which one you get, they are just the best!!! Even after their bread changed (about 6 yrs ago or so). Their salads are big! Their lasagna and spaghetti are okay/good - I guess I just prefer their sandwiches. The service can vary, it is a fast pace place, you walk in, order, pay and wait for your food! You will get a hi and most of the time, that's it...like I said, it's a very busy place! As far as the ambiance, music playing, outside seating, inside too but it's always packed, for the little hours they are open, always busy, busy! You now place orders online (vs over the phone like before), and you can even have them delivered through a third party.

Francoli Gourmet - Bucatini Cacio e Pepe

Francoli Gourmet

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I'm surprised I haven't written a review here yet! My husband and I are becoming quite the regulars…read morehere so this is definitely past due! This is one of our go-to date spot that our friends introduced to us to. From my understanding this is Italian owned business with not only great quality food but also a wonderful assortment of rich olive oil, balsamic vinegar, jam, wine, packaged noodles you can buy straight from Italy. The service is always friendly but they can get very busy. Highly recommend a reservation. They've been so busy before they wouldn't even do take out orders. Ambiance is quaint. I love the beautiful Italian chandeliers they have. I've had a hard time with the chairs if I have a thick coat or a clutch hand back hard to put on the seat My husband orders the carbonara everytime which is our favorite item on the menu. Very authentic to us. I've tried many different pastas and just tried the lasagna last night which is not super heavy if your hesitant on feeling too full, was a great portion amount and wasn't super greasy either. Other items I've tried are the but my favorites are the fettuccine Alfredo (not on the menu), the short rib ravioli - super tasty!, and this mozerella crusted Pattie's in balsamic and creamy tomato sauce (seasonal or not on the menu sometime) that we love! I wanted to love the seafood risotto but I've had better. I used to order paccheri alla boscaiola which a popular item but I have to be in the mood for all the red onions which can be overpowering if there's a lot. We have tried some Of the apps which are always super fresh but we tend to order insalata calabrese which has a bit of everything Italian salad and great for sharing. The free bread is a plus too. Highly recommend coming for date night, family night, or even a small special occasion. Thanks for the great food and service!

Came here on our first date since having a baby…read more Wanted to come here last Valentine's Day but it was booked two weeks ahead. Jamie was our server , she was energetic, bright, super friendly and set the tone for the night. Place has a full bar! My wife and i had martinis, had the calamari (tomato sauce without the frying) , carpaccio (super interesting w the celery) - the risotto and i got the cioppino - super delicious! 5 stars, fantastic experience !!

Baci Di Firenze

Baci Di Firenze

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I was craving lasagna, so a quick Yelp search led me here. The moment I walked in, the restaurant…read moregave off an upscale vibe--maybe it was the tablecloths, the wine racks, or the waitstaff in uniform, but it immediately felt like a nice place to settle in. It was a late night, so we didn't want to eat too much. We asked to split the lasagna, and it ended up being the perfect portion for two. The lasagna itself was meaty, rich, and really satisfying. We also ordered the garlic cheese bread. It wasn't as crunchy as we had hoped at first, but the staff was more than happy to remake it for us, which we really appreciated. It definitely tasted better after. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience with good food and attentive service. We'll definitely be back.

$58 for a tiny portion of chicken parm and chicken Alfredo. Mind you this was dinner for two…read morefemales who don't eat much as it is. The price did not bother me as much as the taste though - if the food was amazing it would make sense. This was one of the worst chicken parm experiences I've ever had. Taste was plain, chicken itself was poor quality you could tell, and the too soft pasta that came with it was mid. Not even freshly made pasta I can tell the difference. I did not taste the chicken Alfredo but why it came with just pasta and no fresh herbs was weird. Tase of that I was told was also not good. Oh also the food came with mediocre bread that tasted like it was some baguette cut from Costco. Mind you I've been to Italy, spent years on the east coast, and recently moved here looking for some good Italian food. Extremely disappointed not sure how this place has such a high rating but won't be coming here again. People here must have low expectations. Honestly Olive Gardens beats this place which says a lot.

Roma D' Italia

Roma D' Italia

(2.1k reviews)

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Roma D'Italia is one of those old school family-owned spots that just feels right. Right in the…read moreheart of Old Town Tustin, with its own parking lot plus plenty of street parking, so already a win. The place is clean, spacious, and has a warm homey vibe. Good for date night, family dinner, or even a bigger group. Restrooms were clean too. We started with the Caesar salad, then shared the chicken marsala, angel hair estiva, and a side of meatballs. Everything was really good and felt like classic comfort Italian food. Linda was friendly and took good care of us the whole meal. Easy 5 stars for a solid local Italian spot. They are closed on Mondays!

I had heard about Roma D Italia growing up in the area…read more This is a Tustin landmark going back to when I was a kid. This is old school all the way, sort of like a living museum of my life in Southern California. I took my son. I told him, this is a living example of the only type of restaurants around when I grew up in Newport Beach in the 1970's. You put your name on a list, and then you speak to a human. You wait in your car for someone to call you. She did. They told us our table was ready. As we walked to the car, I noticed many men wore tyes and dress shirts, even sport coats. The ladies were wearing dresses. We went inside. The inside is covered with Italian paintings and pictures of family member and newspaper reviews and rewards. The owner was there and she was very vocal with her staff. Everyone was running around. The smell of delicious bakery and Italian food. We sat down and boom, they drop some fresh baked dinner rolls and a huge dish of butter. Again, this is the way it used to be: bread and butter were freely given to you. This is my kind of place. We decided to share a caesar salad and clams and linguine. The food quality was five stars. Everything was so good. We decided to get a Pizza Bread for appetizer. We shared our food and took a lot of food home. The food value is a literal "Steal," and we left feeling like we were paying 1980 prices. Oh, this place is amazing. There was so much food for very inexpensive prices. The service was okay. We needed to ask for a lot of things. In summary, the atmosphere was wonderful. The food was incredible, but the prices were legendary. We are going back as soon as possible.

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