The food was very filling and you can tell was made very very well! The service was amazing, before we could get napkins, get plates, or food everything was brought out!! Super kind staff and definitely will be coming back! read more

Food was excellent. Service was beyond excellent. Will definitely return in the future.

Part of me almost hesitated to leave a review because it feels like one of those hidden gems you want to keep to yourself but they absolutely deserve the recognition. The food tastes genuinely homemade: rich sauces, flavorful dishes, and pasta cooked perfectly. Nothing about it feels mass-produced or overly commercial. If you're expecting chain-restaurant Italian, this is in a completely different lane. One thing I really liked was the build-your-own pasta option being able to customize exactly what you want is such a win. Portions were generous, everything came out fresh, and you can tell care goes into the food. read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

I really wanted to like this place as the reviews were promising and the owner was super kind. However it was quite expensive and the food was very mid tier. I asked for penne and the cook made fettuccine and the owner apologized which was fine but the $11 garlic bread was not very good and the pasta was not very good. The worst part is me, my partner & my friend all got sick a few hours after eating here & felt very nauseous. Personally would not go back but the owner is very kind so I hope he takes this constructive criticism and continues to improve. read more

The owner here is really kind, friendly and respectful. Immediately introduced himself. Asked if we would like a breakdown of the menu. Cleaned the table for us, brought the food, took away the tray, gave us dessert on the house! The pasta here is without a doubt the best in the area. Ive tried a few spots known for their pasta, but this place has been the best. Portions are really good! The added chicken is really soft, juicy, and TASTES good. You can tell the chicken has been prepped beforehand. The sauce is also not insanely heavy like most places so you cant stop eating. The flavors are balanced and the sauce is verrry good. Will be coming back! Im quite picky and have no complaints. Emphasis on the chicken though. I usually would avoid adding/eating the chicken because you can tell its either been frozen for a while, dry, or not even prepped. The fact that even the chicken added into the pasta is given that much attention says a lot about the owner and the food. He also feels quite bad on behalf of the customers who dont get their food on time when things get busy. They only have 4 ovens and it seems to weigh heavy on his heart that he cant provide faster service. I think when I learned about this and saw how he interacts with me and others, it really hit different. He isnt trying to just run a business and sell a meal. Really a refreshing experience overall when it comes to life in general. read more

YES! LATE NIGHT PASTA! Just having a late night place open, that's not a bar or cuisine centered around drinking (think some Korean restaurants, skewers, etc.), is a rarity and greatly appreciated. Pastaphony is a new franchise where you can build your own pasta or order the presets combinations that they already have. This location is open until midnight/1 AM on most nights (aside from Sunday), which is a GOD SEND. There's outdoor seating and indoor seating. I believe they share a space with another restaurant, since the restroom is in between to the right side if need be. All of the drinks are canned/bottled in the small fridge that they have and you can see that they're trying to make it into a hang out spot as they have board games and such here too and it's quite close to Fullerton College. The owner, I believe, Aybek (sorry, if I spelled wrong!) was super friendly and welcoming, shook both of our hands and introduced us and welcomed us into the restaurant. Super courteous and friendly and explained the entire menu to us. Food came out decently quickly and was delicious as well, can't go wrong with some pasta, garlic bread, and carbs. He was nice enough to throw in some complimentary Nutella bomb desserts as well. He also mentioned that his wife made all of the sauces. It's neat that there's a mom and pop shop vibe even for a franchise. For our late night visit, we got the: 1) Build Your Own (BYO) Pasta: -For BYO, you get a pasta and sauce of your choice, unlimited toppings, and you just pay a small extra fee for any premium toppings (the proteins). -We got the penne pasta with pink sauce (mix of the red sauce and Alfredo sauce), garlic, parsley, and basil. For the premium toppings, we got grilled chicken. -Comes out piping hot, very creamy and a generous portion as well. We had to take it to go since it was more than enough for 2 hungry adults in the dead of the mornight. -Grilled chicken was interspersed throughout and the flavoring from our toppings choice tied everything deliciously together. There's also parmesan and crushed red pepper packets if you need to add in more seasoning, but it was perfect the way that we had it. 2) Garlic Breadsticks: -This comes with 4 pieces and served with marinara sauce. -Super garlicky and fragrant. Delicious and a staple you can't do without. Fine on it's own and with the marinara sauce, but super addicting and delicious dipped into our pasta sauce. 3) Nutella Bomb: -Super cute that the owner drew 2 Nutella chocolate hearts on the pastries. It's bomboloni (fried Italian donuts) filled with Nutella. Soft and completely filled to the brim with Nutella. Best eaten fresh as the warmth makes the filling more gooey. Definitely will visit again in the future. If you're hankering for some late night eats and to carb maxxx, this is the place to go! read more

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The moment you walk in, you are greeted with a smile from the owners! You can tell that the passion for PASTA & Italian cooking runs through their veins with the best ingredients that you can literally taste! You can build your own pasta bowl starting at $14.99 or go with any of their signature pasta choices! You pick from 5 different types of pasta, 8 different types of sauces, pick as many FREE veggie toppings and an optional premium toppings such as meatballs, grilled chicken, shrimp, bacon. If pasta is not your thing? They got salads that hit the spot, very cheesy garlic bread and indulgent Italian desserts! What did I eat? - Spaghetti Chicken Parmesan w/ Basil - Fettuccine Truffle Mushroom Chicken w/ Spinach - Cheese Garlic Bread - Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Portions a large! I really appreciate the freshness. With every single bite, you can't help but say this is GOOOOOOOOOOD! Whether you share pasta or take leftovers home, you will love what you order. I did! There is an outdoor patio and small dining area. Support this small family business and give these new pasta experts a chance. read more

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This place is so new and has a great outdoor seating and play area! The staff is so friendly and was very helpful. I placed an online order and it sends updates as they finish. The meal is bagged very well, with utensils, extra cheese, and pepper. They offer build your own bowls with certain mix ins for free, and others at an additional charge. I ordered Penne Alfredo and added Chicken, spinach, extra garlic, basil, and chili flakes. It tastes amazing and the flavors are great! $20 is not a bad price and they provide a decent portion. I will definitely come again. read more

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Phastarony absolutely surprised me in the best way. The fettuccine chicken alfredo was a 10/10. The sauce was rich, smooth, and easily one of the best I've had... and that's coming from someone who normally isn't even a fan of fettuccine alfredo. The garlic bread was perfectly toasted and packed with flavor, and the side sauce it came with was just as good. Another 10/10. We also tried the spaghetti chicken parmesan, and yeah... 10/10 again. Flavor was on point, and everything tasted fresh and well made. You can tell they actually care about quality here. Every dish hit. I'm honestly excited to come back and try more of the menu. read more

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I was looking through new restaurants in the area this past Monday and found Pastaphony. There's an Italian spot nearby named Mamma Mia that I love but had to try this place out because they offer a Build-Your-Own (BYO) model of ordering that's very affordable! Here's what we ordered: **Penne with Butter Sauce: For my free toppings, I added basil, black olives, cherry tomatoes, garlic, spinach, and roasted peppers. For my protein, I opted out for their shrimp which costed an extra $5. Amazing. No further words needed. (5/5) **Fettuccine with Alfredo Sauce: For my free toppings, I added basil, cherry tomatoes, garlic, onions, parsley, and roasted peppers. For my protein, I opted out for their grilled chicken which costed an extra $4. Amazing. No further words needed. (5/5) **Cheesy Garlic Bread Sticks: YUMMY! The main thing restaurant lack is good bread but this place nailed it. There was a generous portion of cheese and garlic for this delicious, gooey treat. We had some hot and fresh which was delicious. We also had a piece later that evening when it was colder but it was still moist and so delicious! (5/5) WOW! Amazing food across the board. It was the first time we had pasta this good in a very long time. Not too salty at all and every single ingredient was so fresh. The shrimp was great but the chicken was cooked to perfection - so tender and moist even when cold! For the base price of $15 for a BYO minus the protein, the portions were MASSIVE. I had ordered online through their website via Apple Pay for an estimated pick-up time of 11:55 AM. When I arrived, the man working the shop gave me an ETA of 5 more minutes because they were busy for the lunch rush which was a-okay. The man offered me coffee on the house but I declined only because I had coffee waiting for me in the car already. 5 minutes go by and an additional 5 extra minutes but I was in no rush. Everything was freshly made to order and it was nice seeing him prepare my food right in front of my eyes. There is nothing more to say other than that this is a flawless and spectacular new pasta spot that I'd feel guilty to gatekeep. There are tables in side and a few outside but I think this spot is more designed for takeout orders. I will be returning again in the near future to try out more of their menu. Thank you for the great hospitality. Thank you for the flawless, affordable food. This will be my new go-to for Italian in the area. See you again soon, Pastaphony! read more

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This is a new build-your-own pasta concept that just opened in Downtown Fullerton. You can DIY your own pasta by choosing the type of noodle, sauces like pink sauce or truffle cream, then any complimentary toppings--yes, you can get all of them if you want. I highly recommend adding on some premium protein, like the breaded chicken they can make into a chicken parm. But if you're indecisive like me, you can't go wrong with their signature pastas like the fettuccine truffle mushroom and spicy penne arrabiata. You can tell all the ingredients they use are so fresh and all their pasta sauces are handmade by the owners themselves. And their cheesy garlic bread goes SO hard. Thanks for reading! ^-^ read more

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This is the first time I went to Pastaphony, and we were greeted so warmly by the staff. We ordered for pickup, and they offered us tea and coffee while we waited for our food to be finished, which was so nice! The food portions are great for the price, and the pasta was so good and cooked well. I would definitely come back! Great that they're open late too! read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Spaghetti Bacon Garlic Butter; Make Your Own Pasta with Penne, Pink Sauce, Basil, Parsley, Onion, Spinach, and Meatballs; Garlic Breadsticks - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

Writing this having now gone for the second time in a week! My gf and I had been looking for a good pasta place since moving to a nearby neighborhood and tried our luck here. All I have to say is WOW. It was decently priced for the high quality and large portions of food we received. The ingredients were fresh, food was flavored so well, and just really scratched the "Italian comfort food" itch without breaking the bank. It's a small, cute little corner spot with indoor/ outdoor seating in the heart of downtown Fullerton. The gentleman who greeted us both times was so incredibly sweet, shook our hands, and welcomed us back. It just felt warm, and like they take pride in making delicious meals. This is officially our new favorite go-to spot for amazing pasta! Will be back again and again, highly recommend! read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Build your own pasta, same as the first time but portion was way bigger! - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Stop in for a quick bite. The service was amazing. We were greeted right away and everyone in the small restaurant was so friendly. They even gave us a complimentary dessert at the end of our meal. The pasta was a nicely flavor and very filling. The cheesy bread is the same breadsticks they use at Olive Garden or at least very similar to it. A nice little place to grab a quick pasta to go or they have a few tables available to dine in. read more

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A new pasta place if you want to get your fix without breaking the bank. The owners were working and were SO attentive, kind, and gave gracious portions. The pasta with the pink sauce was great and apparently they make their own Alfredo sauce. This place was great for vegetarians too and I would love to come again and support this lovely couple! How to order: Pick your own pasta. Pick your sauce of choice. Then pick your toppings (no limit). Then adding your own protein (costs more). Parking: Can park on the street, building structure across the street, or the same side with another parking lot. read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Penne with pink sauce and chicken - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

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I brought my infant daughter here, to have lunch with my team from work, and we had a wonderful experience. The food is fresh, flavorful, piping hot, and everything is made from scratch. The owners make everything in house, and all of the dishes are customizable. there are plenty of options for meat eaters, and vegetarians alike. I had a penne dish with pink sauce, all the available vegetables possible, and meatballs. My team had other options, including spaghetti with truffle sauce, and someone ordered something with seafood. They even surprised me with a birthday piece of tiramisu. We sat on the patio, enjoying the beautiful cross breeze This is a nice option for a casual, delicious Italian lunch or dinner, and the food is absolutely fit for a five star establishment. Portions are generous. Prices are reasonable. We love that the food comes already presented in takeout boxes, because each of us will be eating our leftovers for the next two meals. The owner was extremely welcoming to us. We will be back. Fantastic! read more

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I love the idea of building your own bowl and creating so many types of combinations! Also I was in heaven with my bowl. It tasted so amazing!! Like I was blown away I had to drag my bff here. Also I think the owner. He is so nice and so kind! He even gave me a nice lil dessert for free this place is small but so cozy. Def recommend trying it if you love pasta! read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Build your own pasta. Cheese tortellini - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

I visited around 11pm at night and was happy they were still open! The owners were so nice, they greeted me as soon as I walked in, explained the menu in detail, and even told me all the sauces were made by the wife from scratch. I waited about 10 minutes for the food and they gave me a complimentary hot tea to drink. I got the pasta to-go and it was still so delicious by the time I got home! My boyfriend and I shared it, but portion was so huge that both of us couldn't even finish it. This place is definitely on our revisit list, and even better that they're open late! Customer service 10/10, thank you for the great experience! read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Saw this place in downtown Fullerton on IG and decided to check it out. I normally eat Italian once, maybe twice per/year (avoid the carbs), and so glad I did. Absolutely, outstanding!!! Pastaphony is essentially the Chipotle of Italian. Choose your Pasta, Sauce, Free Toppings and Premium Toppings and everything is cooked to order by owners Ayberk and his wife Tugba. My order onsisted of Fettucine with Truffle Cream Sauce, Black Olives, Spinach, Grilled Chicken and Shrimp with a side of their Signature Cheesy Garlic Bread. Ayberk sent over a complimentary Chocolate-filled Pastry for dessert and all we're just great! Both very gracious, generous and its clear that food, great food is their number one passion, customer service runs a close second! They've only been open for just about 4-months. Stop by and show them some love and support!! read more

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To the ones reading this don't come here... unless you want to feel invited and cared for with the best hospitality and food ! Bravo Enjoy an authentic experience and meal at the outdoor patio.. beautiful ambience and the owner making sure you have a wonderful dinner. read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Build Your Own Pasta ! - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

When my friend mentioned a build your own pasta place in Fullerton, I couldn't wait to try it out. Settled right in downtown Fullerton, this quaint little place allows you to choose between penne, spaghetti, fettuccine, tortellini, and ravioli, and go crazy with eight different sauces, nine different premium toppings, and nine more free toppings. The owner was so kind and friendly and packaged our order himself wishing us a good night. My Fettuccine Chicken Alfredo was so tasty, cheesy, and just the right heat that I can't wait to go back and try the next signature dish!! So awesome!! Thanks Pastaphony!!! read more

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If you're craving pasta that tastes like it came straight out of a cozy home kitchen, this spot is a must! We tried the Penne Shrimp Pinko, Caesar salad, and the cheesy garlic bread, and everything was incredible. The pasta was rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, with shrimp that tasted fresh and delicious. The Caesar salad was crisp and refreshing, and the cheesy garlic bread... absolutely irresistible -- warm, buttery, and loaded with flavor. What we loved most was how comforting and homemade everything felt. It truly reminded us of a home-cooked meal made with care. Service was amazing ! Met owner and cook! Friendly ! Forgot to mention- Nutella bombs were fantastic! Already looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu! read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Penne Shrimp Pinko, Ceasar Caesar Salad, & Cheesy Garlic Bread Sticks - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

Welcomed the new addition to the fullerton downtown scene with an rainy thursday evening visit since it was their first day open! Heidi and crew were very welcoming and explained their store menu and concept, a fast paced pick and choose pasta made to order with some preset menu options if you're not sure which combos works. I would say the restaurant space isn't that large so it is made for the busy work environment that downtown workers who go out for lunch. Wife wanted fettuccini with pink sauce and spinach so that's what I ordered! Food was ready within 5-8 min and a big portion it was! Brought it home and we shared it together. Pasta was slightly pass al dente but that could be from just bringing it home but the sauce was nice and thick and all the pasta noodles were covered in sauce but not stuck together! I also got to try one of their desserts which was like mini donut with nutella which was sweet and great after the pasta! Definitely a great deal worth of food for two people to share or a hungry youngster. They are running an opening promo on their first day opening so go and ask! Don't be shy lol read more

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Great food, really delicious. Portions are great size! Customer service is exceptional, very kind: gave me a free Coke Zero. Very clean and calm place, not too long for the food. Will be back again, the food was honestly very delicious. read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - My free Coke Zero (3rd one) - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Very cool spot owner was super nice very one on one with us and other customers, gave me a complimentary water bottle and a tiramisu slice to try, food was 11/10 best pasta had in a while since my moms of course. Get the chicken parm read more

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Decided to try this place on a whim, immediately we were greeted with very kind and quick customer service despite it being near close. The fettuccine alfredo was delicious and a great portion for the price. I'm excited to come back. read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Fettuccine Chicken Alfredo - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

Just ate here a few minutes ago. We are from San Diego and saw this place on yelp. Is one of the best pasta restaurants that i've eaten at in a few years. Would highly recommend it. Reasonably priced. Better than any high end italian restaurant. Jeff Kane read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

From the moment you walk in, you can feel the love in this space. The atmosphere is so welcoming, peaceful, and thoughtfully put together -- it truly feels like a place where everyone belongs. The energy is positive, the people are kind, and you can tell real care goes into every detail. And the food? Absolutely delicious. Fresh, flavorful, and made with heart. Every bite tastes homemade and comforting, like a meal shared with family. It's the kind of place you come for the food but stay for the feeling. Highly recommend to anyone looking for great vibes and even better eats read more

When we first arrived I was hesitant because the place was not what I was expecting, however the owner went out of his way to greet us and ask if we would like any recommendations. We ordered cheese ravioli with pesto and desired add ons along with fettuccine and vodka sauce, cheesy garlic bread and a Cesar salad. The portions were enough that we could have shared so we had ample leftovers. Everything was very tasty and our service was amazing. At the end the owner came over and boxed up our leftovers and gave us hazelnut topped donut holes for dessert. I recommend coming her for casual dining. Will be back. Note, the red hue on the pics is because we were outside under a red umbrella read more

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Impeccable service. Its our first time as recommended by our daughter. The wait is kinda long for the order to come out maybe because it was rushed hour. The pasta was good. Very Rich and the serving is generous that you can share it. We also ordered the Chicken caesar salad which is also very tasty with a lot of cheese. Delish! I read reviews from other locations and though the taste of the food is pretty much the same, the service we got from here was EXCELLENT. The couple who owned the place were so passionate and dedicated with the work they do. Their smile was infectious. They were kind too. They offered complimentary desserts to a few and we were supposed to leave to get coffee but the guy owner offered us coffee as well for Free. Boy it was a great pair with the cannoli.. I wonder if it was Turkish coffee You can even ask for water and they give it to you with ice in the cup.. and the owners are the ones serving. We will try to come back and taste their other pasta if we are in the area again and hopefully be given coffee as well. All the best on all your hardwork! read more

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So happy we came here for dinner! The owners were SO kind and attentive! the food was great and tasty! My bf and I built our own pasta and he said the pink sauce was pretty up there for him. I built my own fettuccine with red sauce and the tomato's and basil tasted so fresh! Gonna come back for sure read more

This was the best late night bite we could have asked for! The service was so polite and kind so we knew the food was going to have that extra boost of care and attention. It all smelled so delicious and we can't wait to come back and try every type of pasta! read more

Found this hidden gem! We were kindly greeted by the owner, he shook our hands and introduced himself. Explained the menu and how it all works when ordering. Him and his staff are very friendly and always willing to help. Inside is cute with orange accents that give it a fun vibe! I got the build your own pasta (penne, Alfredo with grilled chicken, my mom got a build your own pasta (penne, Alfredo with grilled chicken with Spinach and mushrooms). I am definitely going back to try the rest of the menu. I love their outside eating area! Good size table, and an umbrella to provide great shade to eat comfortably. Pricing and portions are 10/10! read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Build your own pasta. Penne with Alfredo and grilled chicken. - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Newest late night build your own pasta restaurant here at Downtown Fullerton...did I mention it's open late night?! If you're a late eater like me you know the biggest problem we have in finding anything remotely healthy or hearty that is not fast food or fried. Upon first glance at the take out box you think this would not fill you up but don't be fooled this is a whole dish comparable to any Italian restaurant here downtown. Pasta was cooked perfect, al dente, and rich hearty sauce. The owner here is genuinely a nice guy, went out of his way to shake my hand and get to know my name, such a genuine gesture. Definitely give this place a try your next visit in town! read more

Pastaphony Fullerton - Penne Shrimp Pinko - Italian Near Me - Fullerton, California

Dined at Pastaphony in Fullerton for my daughter's birthday. It was an overall fantastic experience. Food was so yummy and the service was fantastic. Staff were so friendly, welcoming and went above and beyond for our dining experience . If you haven't checked this place out yet, I highly recommend it , you will not be disappointed . read more

My friend and I had the pleasure of having dinner here recently. We were excited to try some place new and were impressed by all of the great reviews so we gave it a try. WOW!!! The reviews were spot on. This restaurant was perfect. It's a very casual DIY pasta place so we were ready to taste traditional flavors. But, we were blown away! This husband and wife team have created a special dining experience with amazing service and fresh sauces and ingredient combinations. You will only get mouth watering meals served with pride and gratitude here. Try it tonight and make sure you say Teşekkür ederim to your hosts!!!! :) read more

Great service and pasta is really good and creamy! I really recommend this place to anyone who's craving pasta and wants to create their own! read more

Food was great but what made the experience special was the service. Me and my girlfriend ordered the pasta and the manager/owner was just so sweet and made the whole experience great. Music was also great and they also have a heater in the outdoor seating to keep people warm! read more

Amazing food, amazing service and hospitality. The worker was super kind and immediately greeted us with kindness. He went through the entire menu with us. He was very patient and friendly. The food is a AMAZING! It's very filling and well served. I got the pink sauce with penne. Highly recommend! Super delicious food. read more

wanted to hate this place. I even drafted a negative Yelp review before my food arrived. I spent over $28 for a bowl of pasta at a small takeout spot served on a plastic tray. I thought I overpaid and had instant buyer's remorse. My total came out to about $33 with a 15 percent tip after adding chicken parm to the fettuccine Alfredo with truffle, parmesan, and parsley. At that price, I kept thinking I could have ordered takeout from The Cheesecake Factory and at least gotten bread and butter. Then I took the first bite. I immediately deleted my draft review and started over. The pasta was rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The truffle and parmesan worked well together, and the chicken parm added a good amount of protein and texture. It ended up tasting far better than I expected from a quick counter spot. The restaurant itself is small but feels intimate and welcoming. Customer service stood out the most. You get greeted right away. The server walks up, shakes your hand, and thanks you for supporting their small business. That level of appreciation felt genuine and made the experience memorable. I walked in ready to complain about the price. I walked out impressed with the food and the hospitality. read more