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Pasta Sisters

4.4 (2.3k reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 9:30 pm
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Hailey C.

Yummy! I love their pesto pasta, it's such a beautiful vibrant shade of green and the taste is very yummy. The burrata cheese that people usually get is also light and pairs well with the pesto pasta. Service is great - you order at the counter and sit down.

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Grace J.

I found this place back in 2016 from a buzzfeed youtube video and was itching to try it since it also happened to be next to my favorite scary house from american horror story. it genuinely has not changed in perfection since 2016 when i first drove from San Diego just to try it! the menu is small, the pasta made fresh, and the people who work there are always so kind. i hadn't been back in a while bc ive been on a tight budget but happen to drive by it last night and treated myself to dinner after a rough night. truly 10/10 meal. the cashier ladies were so kind and genuinely looked happy to be there. i got to gorge myself on focaccia and still had room for my favorite pasta by them, the salmon and cream. a cozy, tucked away spot that's truly a slice of heaven :)

Hui Zhen J.

My younger brother is a huge pasta lover, so we've tried a lot of different pasta places together. If you're someone who doesn't like food that's overly salty or heavily seasoned, I think you'll really enjoy this restaurant. The flavors were well-balanced, and everything we ordered was seasoned just right without being overpowering. The food tasted fresh, the pasta was delicious, and the overall dining experience was great. On top of that, the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, which made the meal even more enjoyable. Definitely a place I'd recommend if you prefer lighter, more balanced flavors!

OG R.

I am obsessed!! I've only heard about this place, since people always raved about it, but I've actually tried it out myself. Glad my partner decided to come eat here for dinner! Wow! The pappardelle tagliatelle was delicious! Don't forget to add burrata on the side, cuz that was great addition to it! My partner also ordered this garlic pasta, which is now off their menu, and it was also delicious. Didn't really care for their desserts -- chocolate salami and the caramel panna cotta. For a dessert, it was just too bland for my taste. You can go somewhere else for dessert! Parking can be a major pain in the ass. Good luck! May the odds be ever in your favor!

Menu May 2026
Nik J.

Worth the hype! Sadly not as affordable as it was when it first came onto the scene. It was renowned 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.

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Jaqueline C.

Staff here is super welcoming. Food smells amazing as soon as you walk in. I enjoyed their Bolognese with the papardelle noodle. Note, you can pick what style noodle you'd like to enjoy and I feel like having that option alone is a huge plus. They also have the option of adding extra pasta for a bigger portion, small up charge but the price point is still really good. There is complementary bread with every order. The tiramisu was phenomenal! Made with love. Parking can be a little tough to find as its located in a small strip mall plaza but well worth the visit. Join their reward system. Pasta Sisters, I will be back. Thank you for the warm first welcome.

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LeilaniEriche L.

"Let's have pasta for lunch today." I said to my wife. I couldn't believe she thought I actually had a good idea. We were near Pasta Sisters and decided today was the day to finally give it a try. The guy behind the counter greeted us right away with a big, warm smile. The place was pretty busy too. It only seats a handful of people and once we sat down all of the seating was taken up. There was a constant steam of hungry people placing to go orders and a few of those food delivery guys came through as well. About two minutes into sitting, a saucer of olive oil and balsamic vinegar was placed in front of us along with some focaccia bread that I believe they make in house. For our meals, she ordered the chicken scallopini with broccoli and mashed potatoes. Me? I had the cacio e Pepe. Both dishes were a smash hit! Really top quality stuff here. Highly recommended. The portions are small, but you won't leave hungry. They don't have a restroom on site, but they do share a restroom with the laundromat next door. Weird. Anyway, this place rocks! Correction: my wife wanted me to tell you that the portions are NOT small and that I only said that they were small because I'm a monster. She loves monsters. What can I say?

Strawberry lemonade
Anita C.

Wow! Tiny little place with a tiny little parking lot but man it's worth waiting for a spot! Fresh pasta and fresh bread! Super sweet staff! The food was so delicious and all well fresh! They gave us focaccia with oil and balsamic while we waited for our food and let us know it was made that morning! Highly recommend

Pesto Tagliatelle with burrata
Stella C.

Wow, this place was just amazing! You can't miss at Pasta Sisters. The pastas are cooked perfectly al dente and the sauces are light and tasty. Highly recommend getting the burrata add-on. The complimentary focaccia that comes with the pasta is addicting and the tiramisu was a perfect ending. We came on a Friday, a little before 12 pm, and were able to be seated for a table of 3 with no wait, after ordering at the counter. The restaurant is small and was almost full when we came in, but was pretty empty throughout the 12 pm hour. We got a spot in the small parking lot and there were several spots free throughout our time there. Service was super nice and accommodating. The staff checked in with us regularly about our orders and focaccia refills despite being pretty busy with takeout orders behind the counter. Officially my favorite pasta place in LA!

Shaun B.

Loved it the first time and had to come back with friends! It has such a warm and inviting feel, and the staff is always incredibly helpful. Ordered three dishes again! One I had to get was the cacio e pepe my absolute favorite. It's perfectly creamy and cheesy every single time. I'll always order it. The pesto gnocchi was pillowy and full of flavor, and the spicy arrabbiata spaghetti with burrata was perfection, theres literally a picture of this dish on their wall. I also ordered a chicken cutlet that was perfectly fried and juicy, not dry at all Every dish was plated beautifully. My friends loved their dishes too! They went with salmon pasta and the three-cheese gnocchi and they loved. Will always come back, still so much of the menu to explore!

Created a chicken parm.
Steven M.

It was time for some pasta so why not go to a place with pasta in the name? My wife and I stopped at Pasta Sisters for dinner last weekend and thanks to timing, were able to secure one of the small tables inside the restaurant. You pretty much only come to this place if you want one thing and that's exactly what the menu specializes in, PASTA! I ended up ordering the Bolognese and soon after adding a chicken cutlet to it, which is my only real complaint here. They charged like $12 for a single chicken cutlet, which is absolutely insane. I would not of done it if I saw the price before hand, but I was just excited to make my pasta dish chicken parm like, so I did it anyway. I really liked the pasta itself and the chicken cutlet was pretty standard for a chicken cutlet, but when mixed together, it made for a pretty satisfying dinner and once I rather enjoyed eating. Overall, Pasta Sisters was a solid dinner spot and had some really good food. Would I ever pay $12 for a single chicken cutlet again? My god, no, absolutely not. But the food was good, the staff was friendly, and I left with a full stomach so I'll give it a pass for now.

Pasta Arrabbiata
Jasmine F.

Tried pasta sisters on a whim. I was nearby so I went to check out Yelp for any nearby recommendations. Pasta sisters came up and thought that would be a great choice for dinner. The pasta is so fresh and so delicious. They weren't lying about fresh pasta made in house. With a few bites in, I felt like I back in Italy trying authentic pasta again. I had the pesto and it was phenomenal. Husband had the arrabbiata pasta. He enjoyed it. I'm still thinking about the pasta even though I was here days ago. Small restaurant with just a few tables available so I recommend going by yourself or with a friend. I think it would be difficult to go with a larger party. Nonetheless I highly recommend Pasta Sisters Food was amazing and the staff were friendly. I will definitely be back if I'm in the neighborhood. I saw they have another location so I may try that location since it's a tad closer to me.

Carbonara
Gubaa M.

Came late around 9:20 pm and we politely asked if we could still dine in and they were very kind and welcoming us. Got porcini mushroom, carbonara, and tiramisu. Everything was delicious.

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Pasta is to die for! Service is great. It can be a bit of a wait but everything is made fresh and made to order. Highly recommend.

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Everything I've ever tried here has been so good! Been a returning customer for years, always a great option!

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Ask the Community - Pasta Sisters

Do you offer catering options?

Complimentary bread for to go orders?

Yes. They give out complementary bread with your order.

Is there outdoor seating here?

Yes, one table with two chairs. Very small place

Wondering which pasta sauces are dairy free?

Are they open for dine-in or is it still just take-out and delivery?

Yes, they are. They also do delivery and take out

Why does it say Delivery, if they do not honor that?

Hello, the only delivery service we approve and we collaborate with is Postmates. Through Yelp or ChowNow you will order only for pick up.… 

Are the portion sizes worth the price?

I believe their portion size is pretty standard for Italian food. Very generous in my opinion, I'm never able to eat more than half.

Parking is free?

yes but it's limited

Do they have gf pasta?

They have good f***ing pasta yes.

How does one get uni pasta?

It is called Bottarga, from dry Sardinian mullet roe. Its soo good and yet so rich. One of my favorites.

Does this location serve alcohol?

No alcohol but the new location in Culver City does!

Do you guys have vegan options?

Hello. We do have vegan options. Out gnocchi and our penne pasta are vegan. Also we have salads and cold plates.see you soon

Do you sell focaccia? It is so delicious! I would love to come in and just buy the focaccia to go!

Hello! We do sell focaccia. Please give us a call and we will be happy to help you.

Any gluten free options available?

Hello. We do have gluten free options. But making our pasta in house we can't guarantee any of our dishes to be 100%. Thank you for the question.

How are the portions? Are you still hungry after having their pasta?

I was full, but I also ordered an appetizer. If you're a guy and you eat a lot, you may want to order more

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3.7 mi•Hollywood
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We are so happy to have the daughter home for her birthday! In planning dinner, she already had…read moreher mind set on Mother Wolf. It was a busy Monday night with every table occupied when we arrived and a few people waiting. With reservations, we were seated in just a couple minutes at a comfy booth with a view of the kitchen and bar. Our server was James, who we had at our first visit. He was impeccable and set the bar high for other servers that followed. Needless to say, the husband and daughter were both happy to have him again. He left me a bit speechless when he actually remembered us from months ago, where we sat and our conversations. Super impressive. For our orders -- I've learned that I have a love/hate relationship with Mother Wolf's constant changing menu. Some items we look forward to, like the Sfincioni and Spaghetti Arrabbiata have stayed. While others either disappear altogether or change in preparations. This challenges me to try something new which always gives me a bit of angst. But then the food arrives and we're never disappointed. At this visit we tried the Fiori Di Zucca, Tonarelli Cacio E Pepe and a new preparation of the Scottadito. Everything was absolutely delicious. The Zucchini Blossoms are a new favorite! For dessert -- Tiramisu, Crostata Di Mele and complimentary Gelati (for the birthday girl). So, so good! Service from the entire team was excellent (as always). Thank you for another wonderful dinner, especially on a night to celebrate our amazing, beautiful daughter.

What a fantastic night at Mother Wolf!…read more The food was incredible. We ordered the squash blossoms, Cacio e Pepe, Pizza Rossa, and Spaghetti all'Arrabbiata. Everything was delicious, but the Arrabbiata stole the show. Absolutely spectacular. And don't overlook the kale salad. It sounds simple, but it's anything but. The desserts were wonderful too. As good as the food was, the service might have been even better. From the bartenders and servers to the management, everyone was genuinely warm, friendly, and attentive. What I particularly appreciated was how relaxed and welcoming the staff made the whole experience. No attitude, no pretension, just really lovely people who clearly enjoy what they do. We sat in the bar area rather than the main dining room, and I loved it. It was lively and fun, with plenty going on around us. If you prefer a quieter, more intimate dinner, there are some beautiful, cozy booths toward the back of the restaurant. The cocktails were excellent, the food was outstanding, and the staff made an already great dinner even better. We will absolutely be back! Sorry I didn't take any photos. You know you're having a good time when you're not even reaching for your phone.

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Mother Wolf - Open kitchen

Open kitchen

Mother Wolf - Polpette Di Coda (Oxtail Meatballs)

Polpette Di Coda (Oxtail Meatballs)

Mother Wolf - Arrabbiata

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Arrabbiata

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