Pasta spot that reminds me of Subway, in that there are no standard options on the menu and…read moreeverything is made to order. Pretty much pick the pasta, the sauce and the toppings. You sit down and then you go back to pick up your order, once your 'number' starts buzzing. While it is a hassle to eat here due to the parking and it being downtown, it's definitely convenient if you are already in the area or you just got done shopping at the mall. They have a separate entrance for strollers and a little area for the kids to play, color and entertain themselves - definitely appreciate this so they can do something with all that energy. There have been many kid friendly restaurants in Europe(more than in the US) - and you can add Vapiano to the list.

Vapiaonos is a cool pasta & pizza restaurant located on the second floor of a building in k town…read more It has upscale and modern vibes, and being upstairs you get some nice views of the surrounding buildings. When you get there, you are given a card that you charge all your food orders too. There are pasta counters where you place your order to the chef at that station. After they ask you a few questions on how you want your dish modified, they begin cooking right there on the spot. Don't go too far away because, they are speedy!! Everything I ordered took no more than a few minutes to prepare. You really don't even have enough time to get bored and check your phone - that is how fast they are. I ordered two rounds of pasta because one wasn't enough. Not to say the portions were small, but the food was that good I had to go back for a second helping. My first course was the chicken alfredo, to which I added a second helping of chicken. I also ordered a side of the bruschetta. The Chicken Alfredo was everything and more that I was expecting. Creamy, Cheesy, the sauce was the perfect consistency and flavorful. I had some fresh shredded, not grated, parm added to the top and that really set it off. The bruschetta was equally as delicious. I'm not sure how they flavored their tomatoes, if they even did that, but they tasted very fresh and diced the perfect sized for a small handheld dish. I really have no major complaints about the Bruschetta because it was such an amazing dish, I was just expecting there to be some kind of mozzarella cheese and a balsamic reduction of some sort drizzled across the top. Again, not a problem at all because of how well it was executed without. After seeing what one of my dinner guests ordered (pollo picante w/ zoodles) I had a small sample and instantly knew I had to have a full serving to myself. I ordered mine with ziti noodles instead and I was far from disappointed. The sauce that it was cooked in is hard to describe, but it was sweet and tangy and really reminded me of what I think orange chicken from your favorite Chinese restaurant might taste like. Both dishes I would easily order again or recommend to someone coming for their first time. My experience at Vapianos was a very enjoyable one, and they are well deserving of a 5-star review, but I'm going with a strong 4.6 because consistency between dishes were very noticeable. There were two orders of chicken alfredo at our table, but cooked by two different chefs, and it was very clear one was better than the other. The difference wasn't as noticeable with the pollo picante, but there was still a slight difference between the two dishes prepared by those two different chefs. For anyone living or visiting the area, it is imperative Vapianos be at the top of your list of restaurants to dine at. Visited 1 May 2023

This review is only for the play area inside the cafe. I haven't tried the food yet. But it's cold…read morehere in Kaiserslautern and when you have a toddler, it's really great to find indoor play areas for kids. It's cute, clean, contained and lots to explore for a small area. Momma's happy

A delightful piece of Italy in the heart of Heidelberg. All…read moredishes are "made-to-order" while you watch, and you can ask the chef to customize your dish, on the spot.

While on our tourist jaunt in Heidelberg, we were in the square near the church and hungry for…read morelunch. Vapiano was within striking distance so we gave it a shot. Interesting thing about this place is that everything is made to order. So if you're in a hurry or have a large group, this place is probably not for you. Thankfully, our group, which consisted of my mother, my sister, and my brother, were not in a rush. My sister opted for the pizza, my brother for the tuna salad, and my mother and I wanted pasta. I will say that the pasta prep seemed to take a little longer than usual, as my sister and brother had already started on their meals prior to my mother and I getting ours. However, good things do come to those who wait, because my Carbonara was out of this world!! The decor of this place is very homely and comfortable. Their pay system is also interesting, as they give you a proximity card to log your items, then take up to the cashier near the front when you're done. All in all, a great experience in a foreign country...nothing like getting good Italian food in a German city!