Pasta is amazing! The vibe here is so cute Staff was friendly and the waitress that helped us made excellent recommendations There was bread here I didn't get a picture of, but that's also a must have! You can't go wrong with any of the pastas Parking around here wasn't easy, but found a parking structure a block away Definitely recommend a reservation read more

Union - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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We ate here on 05/29/2026 for the second time, and overall it was a great visit. We first dined here about a year ago; however, I feel it has dropped one star from before. However, I'm sure this restaurant will do fine, as it has been a part of Pasadena for so long. We had a reservation for 7:30pm, and we were seated in the back of the restaurant. I didn't even know they had a back room, as last time we sat in the front. All of the dishes tonight were shared, except for the drink. I had the White Lotus drink, which was very similar to an Aperol Spritz. We shared the Pork Meatballs. These were 5 out of 5. They were so tasty, dense, large and the sauce and spice were perfect. We then shared the Mushroom Gnocchi. This is exactly how it sounds; however, I felt it was definitely lacking flavor, and would give it a 4 out of 5. We then moved on to the main course, which was the Pork Chop with an Apricot Sauce and a herb salad with fruit. I would give this dish a 5 out of 5, excellent. We ended the meal with the Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble. This was kind of the disappointment of the meal. It wasn't bad; however, it was not a crumble; we didn't taste any strawberry or rhubarb. The ice cream on the top was the highlight of this dish. It would get a 2 out of 5. Our server was very nice; however, a little rushed at times, especially during the early part of our service when the restaurant was nearly to capacity. Overall, a good to great visit. I would still return again in the future. read more

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Union Restaurant is one of my favorite spots in Pasadena, love their pastas! In addition. I orderedthe grilled octopus. Since it's usually one of my favorite dishes, I had high expectations, but it came out a little chewy and didn't quite hit the mark. Overall experience is still great. The staff is incredibly friendly, the location right on Union Street is ideal, and there's plenty of parking across the street on a parking structure. Staff is super friendly and it's a cute place. Loved their pastas so much that I ordered a second portion of pasta to take home. Definitely will be back. read more

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Good pasta but expensive for what it is. They go tapas-style, encouraging you to order multiple small dishes to share. Two people will easily run over $100 and you'll still leave hungry. The space is nice and the pasta is unique and tasty. I loved the ragu; the squid ink pasta was good but not quite as memorable. Bluefin tuna was nice too, though nothing special. Portion sizes are tiny across the board, and the wine bar, which looked appealing, lost its charm once I saw the menu prices. If you're looking to splurge on a date night, this could be your spot. But I do believe there is better pasta around Pasadena where you won't leave starving. read more

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This place is ok. The service was mid and many things took a long time to come out. I wouldn't say the workers were particularly friendly. We were also served the wrong dish once. Also, my party had a reservation, but the table wasn't ready when we got there. Had to wait ~15 min. Strangely enough, they skipped our party and tried phone cling another party who was walk in before seating us. Not sure if it's because we're Asian. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt. Food wise, I'd say it's above average. Not the best Italian food I've had, but definitely a step above Bucca and Olive Garden. Doesn't compare at all to what I've had in Italy though. In the Pasadena area, I think Mi Piacce is a better Italian choice imo (although I'm not the biggest fan of them either). The only dish that stood out to me was the citrus salad, because of its unique composition and refreshing flavor. Ambience was a bit strange too. If you sit in the rear section, you have to walk through the kitchen and toilet. Not really a fan of that, although that more of a building issue than the restaurant's issue. read more

Union - Just some of the dishes - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

High quality ingredients & amazingly curated dishes - simply delicious, including starters and entrees. The service is good. The ambiance is good as well. The star of the show is most certainly the food and quality ingredients. Truly a place to experience for a culinary treat and what brings me back, time and time again. read more

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Everything was 10/10!! The service and every dish were amazing. One of our dishes never came out, and by the time we were finished eating, I told our waitress to cancel it if it hadn't been made yet. They ended up bringing it out anyway and even comped the dish for us and told us that they weren't going to charge us a corkage fee! def will be coming back to try other items on the menu. Ordered: Pork meatballs:10/10 not salty and paired perfectly with the sourdough Charred octopus: 10/10 cooked to perfection Kampachi crudo: 9/10 very refreshing Broccolini: 10/10 light and flavorful Tonnarelli cacio e pepe: 7.5/10 wasn't my fave. First time trying cacio e pepe and it tasted too saucy for me but the noodle texture was good read more

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The food was excellent. The standout was the pork chop - it was so juicy and tender. The service was also great. The restaurant is dimly lit and comfortable. I like that they serve family style, made it fun to order several dishes and share. Overall, a great dining experience. read more

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Wow, times have changed (and not for the better). I thought that I would wow my girlfriend on her birthday and the Union somehow made Michelin's Bib Gourmand list so we gave it a try. While the food was decent (the chefs did nothing wrong), the front of house was pretty atrocious. Our server, who shall remain nameless, messed up the order, was inattentive and fell face first on any birthday vibes. I guess it was an "honor" to be served by him....definitely dripped racists vibes......will not be returning and will advise friends and family as well read more

Michelin recognized, I was excited to try this high-rated/reviewed restaurant in Old Town. I easily secured a 4pm reservation for a party of 5 around a week in advance. We were quickly seated, even though everyone was not present. The host and server were both very patient. When all of us were finally seated and reviewing the menu, the server came to share about the restaurant. She shared that it was a place that recommended family-style ordering and that, for a party of our size, she recommended 6-7 dishes. My group and I don't often see each other, and 4/5 of us happened to want the same dish. For that reason, we "broke the news" that we would be ordering 3 drinks, 1 appetizer, 4 of the same pasta dishes each, and another pasta dish for person #5. The second we shared that it was an immediate and palpable energy shift. I thought I was imagining it at first, but then my friends confirmed it after we left the restaurant. Our server's face seemingly fell to a frown. For the rest of our time there, service was quick and short. There was also a feeling of friction when we needed to split the bill amongst us. I understand that if an actual family or couple came to the restaurant it would not only be the sensible but alluring choice to try a few of the dishes together. However, it simply didn't make sense for us. These dishes didn't end up being large portions. The pastas came out to be perfect for one person and potentially impossible to share amongst more than two folks. Furthermore, it's not like we ordered less than the recommended amount; it ended up being the 6 total! There was no loss of income, no shortchanging on the tip, etc. It was simply confusing. In terms of the food, it was honestly tasty. The Lemon Soda was refreshing, focaccia flavorful, burrata fresh, and Cacio e Pepe decadent. The thick noodles and creamy sauce were honestly very delicious. As a layperson, I think this is a lesson for restaurants to consider that their average patron may not want to feel stifled by arbitrary rules that don't negatively impact the kitchen or staff. Especially if there isn't an explicit message that it's a pre-fixed menu or omakase, we all just didn't understand what the deal was about. read more

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Cute restaurant with cool vibes. Name of restaurant was very discreet, almost missed it. There are both outdoor and indoor seating. I was surprised how far back the restaurant goes. It's larger than it looks. The staff was friendly and our server was helpful and help made some recommendations. The pasta dishes were delicious and flavorful. They are shareable. I really enjoyed the Squid Ink Lumache. It was different and unique to what I'm used to. The bread & giardinere were yummy. It was a great combination. Reservations highly recommended. read more

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Was searching for "Squid Ink Pasta", this is the closest restaurant that pops out. I called in to place a take-out order, the service told me will be ready in 30 mins, I asked if it could be sooner, and he changed it to 15 mins. We arrived at the store a little bit after 20 mins since I called, but the front server told me it's not ready yet. The store sign was not very obvious; we couldn't tell if it was the restaurant unless we didn't confirm with the staff. The staffs are friendly. But OMG, this squid in pasta is not worth nearly $40. First the portion, when I opened the box, only 1/4 of the box was filled. Did some eat most of the order before giving it to me? Second why is there a service charge on the bill for a take-out order? Because you are Michelin 2025 restaurant, so you are by law required to charge that? Thrid the pasta itself is so SALTY. There are at least 10 oz of salt in there. This pasta is not comparable in any way to the ones I had in NY(which is truly authentic and GOOD) If I was you, skip this place. read more

Union - Receipt - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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And we finally tried this restaurant after all the hypes but oh so disappointing! Food is terrible, it comes out quick, cold and tasteless. It's more like a fast food restaurant rather enjoyable Italian restaurant. I understand people complain in reviews here about food takes time to come out but hey folks if you want fast food go to fast food restaurant. Union charges circa $40 each dish and yet delivers like fast food restaurant. Winter Citrus Salad, half orange cut with no pomegranate utterly flavorless, ordered two dish different pasta both were lacking flavor. Who is the chef here? I make better pasta at home than this chef. How is a so called Italian restaurant doesn't bring a small basket of bread and butter to table as you sit, and charges $15 for that wooow chocking! So after reading review I guess the owner/chef has changed here and the taste of dishes has become dull. Such a shame! I don't like to leave bad reviews but utterly disappointing. Not sure if we dare to give another try and spend another two hundred dollar to get disappointed! I have to think about it. read more

Union - Winter Citrus Salad - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

0. Charged us a glass of wine that we NEVER ORDERED. But I found out. 1. Food was great, we love squid ink pasta and red snapper. But don't order dessert... 2. Service was meh....every single restaurant I have been to on birthdays give us birthday cake and sing birthday song with us... here just simply don't give a f. Not even a happy birthday. read more

Dining at Union was supposed to be a simple, yet fun and delicious anniversary meal. Unfortunately, it ending up being a drawn out and disappointing one. Of the six dishes we ordered, only one of them impressed us. The Bib Gourmand distinction led me to believe our experience would be better than this, but the worst offense was the wait between courses. There was more than a ten minute wait between each dish with the longest being 25 minutes between our last entree and dessert. The Local Wild Mushrooms appetizer was the dish that WOWed us. After our first bite, the gloves were off and it was a race to the last bite. Neither, my girlfriend nor I have had a dish like this. It was delicious. As I'm adding photos to my review I realized there was a hair in our Cacio E Pepe. I have a buzz cut and my gf's hair is past her shoulders. The hair in the dish is not ours. This was an unforgettable anniversary dinner, but for all the wrong reasons. read more

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What We Ordered - Pork Meatballs - Charred Octopus - Brussels Sprouts Salad - Squid Ink Lumache - Rigatoni Timballo - Spaghetti - Olive Oil Cake This is my sister's favorite pasta place. We went for her birthday and left very surprised. Everything tasted great (maybe except for the Brussel Sprouts Salad, I was not a fan). My husband and sister's favorite pasta was the squid ink! It was light lemon cream sauce. I thought it was a bit too light for me. My favorite was the spaghetti and the charred octopus. The olive oil cake was super moist. I'm not sure if I went on an off day my first time but, this most recent visit was delicious!! read more

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Came here with my friend for a birthday dinner and we were soooo disappointed. Literally one of the worst restaurant experiences ever. First off, the service was incredibly rude and did not make us feel welcomed. (Our specific server, not representative of everyone else). We asked her simple questions about the menu and she responded with so much attitude. The food was terrible-- we got the arugula salad first, it was not fresh at all and damp. There was barely any lemon or cheese on it. Then we got the meatballs, fettuccini & torchetti. Every dish was so COLD. Literally took a bite and it was rock hard, including the pasta noodles, and just stale and cold. We were really shocked at the quality of the food. We brought it up to the server and they offered to re-make it for us, which we did appreciate, but they acted like we were asking for a really huge favor and was being moody about it. I normally don't complain too much to the actual restaurant but it was ridiculous. We tried the re-make of the food, and the meatballs were pretty decent as well as the torchetti. Everything else was still just okay. Overall such a below mid experience and would not recommend or come back . read more

Union - COLD - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Very good and super accommodating of our stroller. Lovely staff and nice sized shareable plates. Not so big that you end with a ton left over. read more

Union - Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Parking is easy since there's different parking garages nearby. You can make reservations online. There is indoor and outdoor seating. I arrived a little early and they were able to seat me. The server is nice and gave great recommendations. Pork meatballs: you get 2 giant meatballs. They were delicious. It came with bread that was so soft and warm. Would get this again. Definitely don't eat too much or you'll be full before your entrees arrive. Torchetti - pork ragu pasta: the texture of the pasta was perfect. The shape picks up lost of sauce. This was very comforting and flavorful. Squid ink: overall this tastes good, but a little salty. I wouldn't get this dish again. There's not much lobster in the dish. I would come again and try more items on the menu. read more

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Downtown pasadena so parking kinda ehh. There is like 3 spots of meter parking on the same road and parking garage across the street. Black tent. Go early and no wait, the staff is friendly and chill LA vibes. Very surprised that they had a back darker area thats more intimate and dim vibey, seems like they put couples there. I get why this place was awarded a michelin, the experience is very curated. For example, they notify of some seasonal changes, recommend sharing the entrees and they time the plates coming out one by one ( which I most appreciate as a customer of places with small tables). Their menus actually great, I feel like sometimes italian is a hit or miss with the balance of sauce emulsion, flavors, and how much the pasta soaks up the sauce but the chef did a great job. Pork meatballs- huge portion, very pork ham flavored, more stuck together than a granular meatball everything paired well together, comes with small portion of grilled breadmaking filling entree. Torchetti- creamy sauce, the pasta soaked up the sauce well. There was adequate size meat bits. But the highlight was the topping of fried rosemary that added the extra touch. Squid ink- most surprising one. First off, the pasta is very unique even for its shape its bigger than normal almost like stuffed shells. The lobster had good bits (not overcooked, but with some chew). The sauce is crazy- citrus forward first taste and blends into a soft cream aftertaste with a hint of truffle. As someone that doesn't like truffle, it was a great balance of it. There is also a distinct seafoody taste. Very very unique. The pastas are overall not too heavy and a little more on the bright side of flavor. They dont really offer typical pasta options as limited menu. Nosing around, If I were to go back, id recommend the foccacia too (it was quite a big plate and came with a plate of some dip/cheese). The crudo looked fresh to photos, octopus seems more sauce heavy. Olive oil cake- the leaf is basil haha which pairs well. The berries they chose were actually great quality. But I think a slightly tart raspberry jam/puree would've worked well layered underneath to contrast the rich tasting ( kind of crumbly fluffy) cake. Overall, unique italian place. I mostly appreciated the service of a course menu especially with how separated different areas of the restaraunts were. It would help to have some bag hooks. Chill ambiance. read more

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My experience for union is what I'd consider a strong 4 for an Italian restaurant, but there wasn't much to bring it out to a 5 star for me. The service was good, not the greatest, but that's fine considering that they had plenty of other tables. It just doesn't reach the max score to me as the price for dining at this establishment is something I'd factor into their service. The ambiance is bustling and busy, even on a Wednesday night, so make sure to make your reservations prior to arrival. The food itself was good. There isn't much complaint as the ingredients, the cooking, the dish had great flavors and combinations. I need to come back in the future to try their other menu items, but I just can't see myself justifying it for the price read more

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I'm going back ASAP. Food was great - but it was actually the service that blew me away. (And that almost never happens, let's be real.) The carrot dish and arugula salad were my favorite. Pastas were good and I enjoyed the herb crusted lamb. The waitress was very accommodating to a toddler we had with us and was very attuned to our experience- was very impressed by her and appreciative that we got to have her. They don't have hard alcohol - only beer and wine. Cute dining space and the outdoor seating also seems cute. read more

Union - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Recently visited again and we were seated at the outdoor portion on account of the beautiful day on this visit. The food, ambiance and service remained top notch. Our server was polite, helpful and informative. His recommendation of a Chardonnay did not disappoint. The dishes we chose were expertly prepared. My lady friend chose a vegetarian dish while I ordered the squid ink pasta (one of the signature dishes). We also shared a salad. All items were scrumptious. Definitely a neighborhood gem. Highly recommend. read more

in a nice location, cute spot with indoor & outdoor seating, servers were nice with great recommendations, & the food was chef's kiss!! for apps the Local Wild Mushrooms had a good sweet taste to it & the Pork Meatballs were massive and smokey, would've been so perfect to save to eat with the spaghetti! so good, i need to go back for the squid ink pasta asap read more

Union - Squid Ink Garganelli, 10/10 recommend!!!! - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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It's packed, it's Italian, it's Michelin featured, and some of the menu tastes worth it. Ordered the following: 1. Torchetti ***** YES 2. Cacio Pepe *** 3. Dorade **** YES 4. Meatballs **** YES 5. Broccolini Appetizer *** Thoroughly enjoyed the Torchetti. The meat sauce was chef's kiss. The Meatballs were a table favorite as well as the fish dish. Go figure! Everything else was just alright :D Real talk, the portions are individual but the dish is shareable. They have a waiting area in the back, be prepared to wait unless you have a reservations. Came for a reservation at 7:30 PM and got seated at 7:42 PM. The kitchen was definitely backed up. The waitresses were overwhelmed, but did manage to check up on us. When we sat down, we promptly placed our order ASAP. read more

Union - Broccolini Appetizers - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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10/10. can taste the freshness in the pasta. delicious. service was great as well. we were 30 minutes late to our reservation and they still sat us. read more

Union - Pork Meatballs - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I always enjoy Union because their pastas are my favorite, served al dente. The squid ink is always my go to. You truly can't go wrong with any choice as they're all delicious. There are still may more menu items I need to try. This last time I went, I sat in the back area which was cute and comfortable. It's nice that they have expanded! Our server was incredibly kind, especially when our pasta came out later than expected, although my friend and I didn't mind at all since we were catching up. I would recommend making a reservation as it can get busy at times. Parking is plentiful around as there are street and structure options, but prices will vary. read more

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- dimly lit settings are always so nice but i can't take photos not trying to flash the entire restaurant - now the meatballs...top tier i love that they make the seasoning of the meatball a tad spicy i think it pairs well with the light tomato sauce. they give bread on the side but it's always too hard for me - i will forever come just to order the squid ink lumache !! very yum dish, handmade squid ink pasta in a lemon fennel kind of sauce with big chunks of lobster which for the price i would say is well worth it :) - the cacio e pepe was just okay to me the sauce didn't seem well emulsified so it felt a bit watery to me - the torchetti was okay as well, i felt like it was missing a bang to it - in terms of consistency, the pastas are fairly al dente if anything to some could be a bit too hard, but for me it was perfect! however the torchetti i find is always really soft/mushy and maybe texturally doesn't resonate with me as much given there's ricotta - service here has always been friendly, the food does take some time to come especially on a packed dinner night. however if you are sat in the corner it is really hard to get the waiters attention read more

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Me and my girl had a birthday celebration, so I thought of bringing her to this Italian place as Pasadena has been my favorite to go in town. The two of us got in a very small chair in the corner outdoor near the waiting area. We took that time to enjoy the authentic pasta and the drink. My girl and I got the lamb flavored spaghetti, which has so much flavors and a bit gamey, but I love it because that's how authentic flavored dish tastes like. I got a squid ink one, which comes with a couple pieces of truffles, and the apaga is a bit chewy, but that's how authentic Italian pasta is, it's just "authente" so I took my time to savor it. I personally feel that this is a cute place to come back for big group next time, as I still wanna try, added dishes that are on their menu . also, they have paid parking structure right across the stress. But you can also park at a public oarking 1.5 block away $1 for 2 hours. read more

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Food: Cacio e pepe is a must try Service: Everyone was very welcoming and nice. I did reschedule a few times and I thank the hostess for accommodating. Ambiance: Very controlled crowd. Was going to bring a baby here but NOT a good idea. This is a place where friends and family (no kids) yap. The restaurant is accommodating with kids, just not a good idea to bring bcs it's not a big space. Please rsvp before coming here. read more

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We make a visit every time we're in town for work! We usually stay in Pasadena, and even if we don't, Union is always a stop for dinner! Their pasta is amazing, and I'm obsessed with the giardiniera this is served with the bread. The seasonal salad with citrus fruits was amazing as well! I'm still thinking about it since our last visit! read more

Solid Italian place in Pasadena. All dishes excellent. Best to share items. Staff tend to move you along so it's not a place for a relaxing "at your pace" dinner...the one annoying thing about this place and causes us to go to Hippo read more

Fantastic dinner. My partner surprised me with a date night here and it was delicious. I would've like to know that the pork meatballs came with bread when we ordered bread as well, seemed redundant. But good bread. Other than that everything was perfect, the Porchetti is so so so good! We will be back for that alone. read more

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Union definitely lives up to the hype. My go-to spot if I'm craving Italian food! Everything is always super fresh and you can taste the quality in each dish. I've only ate in the outdoor seating area, but it's never been a problem for my husband and I. I recommend making reservations if you're wanting to dine inside! We usually always order the Charred Octopus and Wild Mushrooms for appetizers. The octopus is always cooked perfect and the salad that comes with it is a nice refreshing pairing. The mushrooms are more of a rich and dense dish that's super savory. For pasta dishes we usually order the Spaghetti and then last time we ordered the Rigatoni Timballo for the first time and we both enjoyed it a lot! You'll love the Rigatoni Timballo if you're a fan of eggplant. If you're wanting great Italian food and you're in the area I highly recommend Union! read more

Union - Charred Octopus - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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You can tell the menu is very seasonal from salad ingredients like persimmon and pear. So we ordered the pear salad. But that sadly became a mistake, since I'm pretty sure I can make better salad without the bitter leaves, stingy cheese and bland sauce. Absolutely loved the duck pasta. Rich but not overwhelming tomato sauce with loads of duck meat tucked between layers of noodles with pickled onions adding both the flavor and the presentation. But the back room is pretty fishy... maybe because everyone is ordering lobster pasta? Worth trying the lobster pasta if you are really into lobster...ultimately, I won't get it again. read more

I just stopped in for a quick appetizer and I can't wait to come back. I ordered just the meatball appetizer and it was fantastic! There is a truffle pasta dish I'm drying to come back for. Maybe this week while I'm staying here in Pasadena. Service was friendly and on point. Highly recommend! read more

Union - Italian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great food! I've been coming since they opened and love the food. Highly recommend the rigatoni, squid ink pasta. Polenta and fresh baked bread. The back seating area is even better than the front dining section. Parking lot on Union is conveniently across the street in Union street. I knocked 2 points off because of the service the last few times. We asked the bread be served with the pasta and polenta so we could dip the fresh baked bread into the sauces. Salad came first. No problem. The mains arrived but not the bread. Asked a server since ours was no where to be found. Nothing. Finally got the attention of our waitress and let her know we had not received the bread. No apologies but just annoyance from the server. We wait. We stop eating wanting to eat them with the bread. Mains get cold. If we had continued to eat the bread would have arrived as dessert. Finally war bread arrives so we have it with our cold pasta and mains. Again no acknowledgment or even smile. We were celebrating a birthday and it killed the experience. I'll still come back but never for a celebration or when service if important. Very disappointed with the past few visits so I'm being generous with a 3 star rating. read more

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First time and loved their red pasta and their mushroom appetizer! Their pasta is truly the star of the show. Prepared with a noticeable care and precision, each dish is a masterclass in balance and flavor. Whether you're a fan of rich, classic sauces or more inventive, contemporary pairings, Union consistently delivers a plate that feels both deeply comforting and elevated. The texture of the fresh pasta alone is enough to justify the visit, proving that sometimes, the simplest things are done the very best. read more

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The food was flavorful and we appreciated that everything was made from scratch! I would come for bread and butter every day if I could! The pasta dishes were great. The olive oil cake was yummy and moist. The service staff was attentive. We were seated outside and it was comfortable enough with heat lamps. read more

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TLDR: my go-to in SGV for handmade pasta, good service. Parking street/meter, or garage on Union st. Highlights were the charred octopus and squid ink lumache, though some dishes were too salty, and desserts fell flat Our second visit to Union did not disappoint when it came to fresh, perfectly al dente pasta. The menu has changed since our last visit, but we found plenty to enjoy. We shared two appetizers, a salad, and two pastas, which were enough to leave us comfortably full. Javier, our waiter, was friendly, knowledgeable, and even reassured us that all cheeses were pasteurized. We were seated in the back of the restaurant where it was a bit dim at first, but we eventually adjusted to the cozy, intimate lighting. The charred octopus was a standout! Beautifully cooked with smoky eggplant and a hint of tartness and spice. As for the pastas, the ragu remains a classic favorite, rich, hearty, and balanced with a creamy ricotta that ties it all together. The squid ink lumache was another favorite, rich with seafood flavor and balanced by bright lemon. The wild mushrooms, usually a favorite, were unfortunately too salty this time, even after we asked for less salt. The Treviso salad was just okay; my husband didn't enjoy the bitterness from the endive, though the candied pecans were a nice touch. We also tried the pistachio gelato and strawberry hibiscus sorbet for dessert, but both were underwhelming. The gelato barely tasted like pistachio, more like a very muted vanilla, and the sorbet was just alright. Both melted quickly, making them not as enjoyable. Union remains a solid choice for pasta, but I'd skip dessert next time. read more

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