The pasta-bilities are endless!
Pasta is probably one of the best comfort foods out there. It’s readily accessible in so many Italian restaurants in Manila, easy to cook, easy to eat, and it’s great for sharing.
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If you’re a hardcore pasta lover and want a low-down on the best places in Manila for your favorite pasta dishes, simply check the list that we’ve curated for you down below!
Carbonara
Whether you’re craving for traditional Carbonara – that consists of three humble ingredients – or innovative, out-of-the-box Carbonara, here are restaurants that’ll satisfy your desire for this creamy pasta.
Salta! by Pappare – Quezon City
“Pappare” in Italian means ‘to gobble up’. They specialize in old-fashioned handmade noodles and pastas prepared and presented using modern techniques, served in take-away cones.
Must-try dish: CRABonara
Insider tip: Get up to ₱300 off your bill!
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38 Mayaman St. UP Village, Diliman, Quezon City
(02) 8372-9177
The Stockpile – Ortigas
Serving up Western comfort food like pizzas, handmade pastas, sandwiches, roasts, meals and all-day Pinoy breakfasts that go well with the variety of drinks that they also offer, The Stockpile is a go-to place when you just can’t choose between wanting to go to a diner or a bar.
Recommended dish: Sausage Carbonara
Insider tip: You can get up to ₱100 off your bill!
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North Tower, The Sapphire Bloc Building, Sapphire Road cor Onyx and Garnet St., Ortigas, Pasig
(02) 8635-6151
Le Petit Souffle – Century City mall
With their selection of both sweet and savory dishes made from scratch, you’re sure to have an unforgettable experience at Le Petit Souffle, a playful and modern French-Japanese bistro.
Must-try dish: LPS Carbonara Souffle
Insider tip: Get up to ₱100 off your bill!
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3/F Century City Mall, Kalayaan Ave, Poblacion, Makati
(02) 7718-5681 | (0915) 399-9588
Mamma Mia Ristorante E Bar – Taguig
With only one branch in the Metro, when you’re looking for homemade pasta, stuffed crust pizzas, salads and drinks, you should definitely head on to Mamma Mia Ristorante E Bar.
Recommended dish: Spaghetti Carbonara Alla Mamma Mia
Insider tip: You can get up to ₱300 off your bill with Booky!
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UG/F Uptown Mall, 36th Street cor 9th Avenue, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
(02) 8541-8933 | (0927) 297-8178
Cafe Enye – Taguig
Inspired by colonial Spanish cuisine, Cafe Enye serves dishes and drinks that’ll give your taste buds a trip to the past.
Must-try dish: Lechon Carbonara
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Mezzanine Floor, Citi, Plaza, 34th St., Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
(02) 8581-1315 | (02) 8671-3230
Truffle Pasta
Truffle may be an acquired taste but once you do learn to appreciate the earthy flavors and try them with pasta, you’re sure to keep coming back for more. Check out these restaurant’s that serve the best truffle pastas in town.
Cafe France – multiple branches
A restaurant that’ll give you the taste of France right in the Philippines, Cafe France offers up a variety of delicious French pastries, sandwiches, meals, and more!
Must-try dish: Creamy Truffle Carbonara
Insider tip: Get Pasta Meals like Creamy Truffle Carbonara with Iced Black Currant Tea, Cheesy Beef Lasagna with Iced Black Currant Tea, Tomato and Basil Linguine with Iced Black Currant Tea, and more for less!
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Va Bene Pasta Deli – multiple branches
Get it fresh at none other than Va Bene Pasta Deli, the first Italian restaurant within the Metro who only serves fresh pastas on their menu.
Recommended dish: Organic Eggs Tagliatelle
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Mama Lou’s Italian Kitchen – multiple branches
From humble beginnings to a success story, Mama Lou’s definitely hits the spot when it comes to Italian comfort food.
Must-try dish: Truffle Mac and Cheese
Insider tip: You can get up to ₱300 off your bill!
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Trufa Pasta Bar
Trufa is a cozy and rustic Catalan-inspired pasta bar that creatively combines the best of Barcelona and Manila, a fusion of Spanish and Filipino cultures through the art of taste. Its concept revolves around building your own pasta from the choice of noodles, sauces, and toppings.
Must-try: Build your Own Pasta with their Signature Truffle Sauce
Insider tip: Get up to ₱100 off your bill at their branch at Legaspi Village!
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109 Esteban St., Planters Bldg, Unit A, Legaspi Village, Makati
(02) 8771-2581
Mamou – Taguig
Mamou is a casual dining and award-winning restaurant that’s best known for its steaks and pastas.
Recommended dish: Lorenzo’s Truffle Cream
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Pesto
Pesto. It’s the pasta that not only has the strongest herb flavors but is also considered one of the healthiest. It’s perfect for those who are quite conscious of their health. If you’re one of those people or if you love the taste of herbs, then check out these restaurants that serve up delicious pesto pasta!
Conti’s – multiple branches
Conti’s is a family-friendly cafe and bakeshop that serves a number of homegrown signature dishes and desserts.
Must-try: Seafood Linguine in Pesto Sauce
Reservations are accepted
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Pomodoro Pizza – multiple branches
Pomodoro Pizza is your affordable go-to for some authentic and delicious Italian pizza and pasta.
Recommended dish: Pesto con Pollo
No reservations accepted
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Cibo – multiple branches
A homegrown Italian restaurant by acclaimed Chef Margarita Fores, Cibo serves well-loved classic dishes including antipasti, salads, pasta, pizza, and mains.
Recommended dish: Farfalle alla Genovese
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Italianni’s Restaurant – multiple branches
A favorite gathering place for families and friends, Italianni’s is a classic Italian restaurant that serves Italian home-style recipes that everyone can enjoy.
Must-try: Uni Carbonara
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FETA Mediterranean – San Juan
If you’re looking for authentic Mediterranean dishes, then it’s time to dine at FETA Mediterranean by Chef Beyto, a man filled with experience and expertise on the cuisine, reflective in the mouth-watering masterpieces he serves.
Recommended dish: Classic Italian Pesto
Insider tip: Get up to ₱500 off your bill!
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G/F Intrawest, 33 Annapolis St., Greenhills, San Juan
(02) 8705-7238 | (0966) 950-8005
Lasagna
Consisting of beautifully balanced layers of flavors – creamy, herby, and tart – it comes as no surprise that Lasagna has been a go-to comfort food for both adult and kids alike. Check out the restaurants below for some kid-friendly as well as “for adults” kinds of Lasagna.
The Food Hall by Todd English – Taguig
Can’t choose which cuisine you want for lunch or dinner? Have them all at no other place than Food Hall by Todd English, a restaurant that offers food from all over the world in an upscale food hall setting.
Must-try: Squid Ink Lasagna
Insider tip: Get up to ₱100 off your bill!
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5/F SM Aura, 26th St cor McKinley Parkway
(02) 7621-4002
Rossini Ristorante Italiano – Pasay
Have you ever been to a restaurant that’s Italian fine dining with Mediterranean twist? If not, we suggest you head on to Rossini and try out their appetizers, pizza, meat main courses, and of course, their handmade pastas.
Recommended dish: Lasagne Al Formo
Insider tip: Get up to ₱300 off your bill!
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Level 2, S Maison, Conrad Manila, Seaside Boulevard cor Coral Way, Pasay
(02) 8800-8061 | (0917) 546-4382
Banapple Pies and Cheesecakes – multiple branches
A bakery and cafe established in 2007, Banapple serves up freshly-baked pies, cheesecakes, sandwiches, pasta, entress, and more, perfect for those who have cravings for savory and sweet food.
Recommended dish: Lasagna Roll Ups
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Bhest Lasagna – Quezon City
With love and effort placed into every component of their dishes – the pasta to the cheese – you’re sure to get the best that lasagna has to offer at Bhest Lasagna.
Must-try: Beef/Chicken Lasagna
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49 Malingap St., Malingap Marketplace, Teacher’s Village, Quezon City
(0917) 836-0160
Other Kinds of Pastas
Pastas come in all different shapes, sizes, and flavors. If you want to change it up a bit and order something that are not the usual kinds of pasta, check out these restaurants below!
Artsy Cafe – multiple branches
Feeling a bit artsy? Then pack your art materials and head up to Artsy Cafe for some inspiration through cozy interiors or international comfort food!
Recommended dish: Chicken Parmigiana
Insider tip: With Booky, you can get 2 Pasta Variants (Truffle Pasta, Lasagna, Chicken Parmigiana, Shrimp Aglio Olio, Tinapa Pasta, and more) for less!
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Grape Escape – multiple branches
Grape Escape is a wine lounge and restaurant that serves Italian and Spanish favorites as well as sangria.
Recommended dish: Vongole
Insider tip: Get up to ₱500 off your bill!
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Wildflour – multiple branches
Offering specialty breads, cakes, a delectable brunch menu until 3 PM as well as a diverse dinner menu from 5 PM onwards, get your fix of comfort food at Wildflour no matter what time it is.
Must-try: Penne and Meatballs
Insider tip: Get up to ₱250 off your bill!
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Single Origin – multiple branches
A hangout spot where both coffee and alcohol lovers can find common ground, get your fix of caffeine and breakfast, lunch, or dinner with their dishes at no other place than Single Origin.
Recommended dish: Crab Fat Pasta
Insider tip: Get up to ₱300 of your bill!
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Nonna’s – multiple branches
Nonna’s Pasta & Pizzeria is an Italian restaurant that serves artisanal pastas & pizzas made fresh daily.
Recommended dishes: Salted Egg Radiatori
Insider tip: Get up to ₱300 off your bill!
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Uncle Cheffy – multiple branches
A restaurant that offers up savory slow-cooked dishes, at Uncle Cheffy, you can get anything from brick-oven BBQ to Panizza all of which are made with love.
Recommended pasta dish: Alejandro Pasta
Insider tip: With Booky, you can get 2 orders of Alejandro Pasta (Spaghetti covered in red sauce and topped with cheese) for only₱400₱250!
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The Hub, Greenfield District, Mayflower St., Highway Hills, Mandaluyong
(02) 631-1102; (02) 925-1488
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