I order the pasta and the pizza!
A perfectly cooked bowl of pasta can help satisfy those cravings for comfort and flavor. If you’re looking for a rich, creamy alfredo, an elegant aglio e olio, or a classic spaghetti, you’ll find lots of places to order from and eat in.
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To make it easier, we’ve scoured cities to bring you the 20 best pasta places you should try!
Dylan Patisserie
Dylan Patisserie is a French chain bakery that offers mouth-watering desserts and appetizing pasta. Their baked rigatoni pasta ticks all the boxes with its tangy arrabbiata sauce, umami-filled wagyu meatballs, and the light flavor of mozzarella, pairing nicely with the eclairs that come in different flavors.
Grifoni’s
Grifoni’s invites you in with its pleasant interior and the smell of freshly made pasta. What keeps you there, however, is the food. Their spaghetti alla carbonara is homemade and traditionally prepared with a pecorino and parmesan marriage that hits the right notes. Grifoni’s also has a vegan option with spaghetti al pesto vegan and spicy spaghetti al aglio e olio for those looking for some heat.
Lemon Tree Kitchen and Cafe
Few things embody elegance like Lemon Tree Kitchen and Cafe’s vibrant and their delectable pasta offerings. Their earthy truffle mushroom pasta has an intense, yet complex, flavor that takes you right to Italy. The shrimp pomarola is another excellent option, as the delicate sweetness of the prawn works well with the pomarola sauce’s mild tanginess.
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18 Sct Magbanua , Scout Magbanua, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila
La Pizzania Cafe
While they’re known for their pizza, La Pizzania Cafe has a variety of equally tasty pasta. Their buttered chili shrimp has a nice kick that perfectly complements the innate saltiness of butter and the sweetness of shrimp. The cafe also offers a healthier option with their veggie pasta and an indulgent steak pasta.
Cafe Agusta
A cafe with a scenic backdrop, Cafe Agusta has earned a reputation for being one of the go-to cafes in Antipolo. Besides the breathtaking view, this cafe offers quality pastas like their puttanesca con filetto di pesche.
Perfect for seafood lovers, the anchovy sauce and fish filet’s saltiness is cut by the fresh taste of olives and tomatoes. And if you like meat, the agusta bolognese’s blend of beef and pork is for you.
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Grand Heights Rd, Antipolo, San Roque, Antipolo, Rizal
Caprice Italian Kitchen & Bakery
In the busy mall of SM City Fairview lies Caprice Italian Kitchen & Bakery, a cozy Italian restaurant that serves excellent food. Their seafood al nero is a squid ink pasta with a medley of seafood that will leave you wanting more. On the opposite end of the spectrum, the fettuccine alfredo boasts the earthy taste of shiitake mushrooms and the salty flavors of bacon.
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UG/F, Quirino Hwy cor Regalado Ave, SM City Fairview, Greater Lagro, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Tomato Cannon
If your pasta cravings are borderline insatiable, then Tomato Cannon is the place to be. Offering unlimited pasta, among others, this artsy restaurant has a ton of options. Their spicy arrabbiata perfectly captures the dish’s essence, as the spice level is up there but not overbearing. They also have Filipino-style spaghetti that will transport you right back to childhood.
Auring’s
Auring’s is a bar in the heart of Makati’s drinking capital, Poblacion. And while they specialize in drinks, the pasta they serve rivals those specializing in the cuisine. The flavor profiles of their aglio olio, spaghetti, and carbonara are outstanding and something you won’t expect from a bar.
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6073 R Palma St, Poblacion, Makati, Metro Manila
Maiora Bistro
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Katips by indulging in your pasta favorites at Maiora Bistro. A Spanish-Italian fusion bistro, Maiora’s crispy lasagna and linguine vongole will take you to Spain and Italy with every bite. After a delightful meal, you can enjoy their Spanish latte to help digest the carbs.
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Lot 2 Wisco Compd, Katipunan Ave, Katipunan, Loyola Heights, Quezon City, Metro Manila
My Country House
My Country House is a homey restaurant in Tagaytay that offers family-style food, such as house-made pasta dishes. The truffled mushroom & cheese cappelletti has three kinds of mushrooms topped with dumplings and pecorino to tie it together. They also serve traditional carbonara with Italian bacon, egg yolks, and lots of pecorino cheese.
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115 Pulong Sagingan St, Tagaytay, Maitim II West, Tagaytay, Cavite
Sourdough Cafe
An elegant cafe with branches in Quezon City and Makati, Sourdough Cafe serves handmade and authentic pasta. If you’re a seafood fan, their vongole has a nice kick with the chili flakes drizzled over the sweet and salty clams. Similarly, Sourdough’s salmon spinach pasta is a perfect mixture of salty, earthy, and a hint of sweetness thanks to the cherry tomatoes.
Centre Place Cafe
Centre Place Cafe is a hip Australian cafe located in the heart of Centris in Quezon City. Centre Place has pastas that pair well with their coffee. Their mac and cheese has a luscious mouth feel with salty and creamy cheese, while the meatball spaghetti has a nice blend of traditional sour taste with the Filipino-style sweetness we all love.
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EDSA cor Quezon Ave, Centris Walk, Pinyahan, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Lo Cocino Pizzeria Cafe
Lo Cocino Pizzera Cafe is the perfect place for a pasta-filled party with a pizza on the side. All their pasta comes in party sizes, so the fun (and the carbs) never stops. Take a pick between classics like their carbonara, bolognese, pesto, and spaghetti, among others.
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G/F , Greenwoods Exec Villa, Greenwoods Ave, Jacinto Building, Greenwoods, Cainta, San Andres, Cainta, Rizal
225 Bistro
225 is a bistro located in Diliman that serves traditional pasta. Their sundried tomato and olive pasta is a gateway to Italy, while their sweet spaghetti takes you right back to Filipino birthday parties. 225 Bistro also has a longganisa pasta for those looking for something different.
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26 Sct Torillo St, Scout Torillo, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Fiddle Leaf
If you’re at the Somerset Hotel in Alabang, Fiddle Leaf is a must-try. Their homemade tagliatelle pasta is decadent, while the potato gnocchi is a textural experience. However, their bread and butter is the lasagna with a slow-cooked beef ragout.
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4/F, Filinvest City, Spectrum Midway Ext, Somerset Hotel Alabang, Alabang, Muntinlupa, Metro Manila
Staycee’s Tea House
Craving for pasta but don’t want to splurge? Check out Stacey’s Tea House in Malabon. Their pastas are a bang for your buck, as everything costs less than PHP200. Choose between their baked mac, lasagna, carbonara, and mac and cheese to pair with jasmine or matcha green tea.
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3 Manapat St, Malabon, Tañong, Malabon, Metro Manila
Mon’s Restaurant
Mon’s Restaurant is an elegant dining place with a captivating backdrop. They take advantage of the idyllic scenery of Cavite as they offer a unique farm-to-table experience. A gorgeous restaurant like Mon’s is for family and friends, making their pancit buko and pancit canton ideal for gatherings. But for Italian pasta try the chicken alfredo, chicken pesto, and seafood marinara.
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Camp Benjamin, Alfonso-Maragondon Rd, Tagaytay, Cavite, Taywanak Ilaya, Alfonso, Cavite
Apartment 1B Cafe
Apartment 1B Cafe’s vibrant interior, intimate sound of acoustic music, and inviting aroma of their pasta all make for a wonderful dining experience. Their vongole pasta is salty and garlicky, as the Manila clams are served fresh. Meanwhile, their truffle and shrooms pasta dish is an excellent alternative if you’re craving something hearty.
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Brunch Cafe
Brunch Cafe encourages relaxation thanks to its soft lighting, comfortable seating, and scrumptious pasta dishes. Their spicy chicken aglio olio has a bold yet balanced flavor profile. The chili flakes give it a gentle heat that adds depth without overpowering the entire dish. On the other hand, their lemon garlic parmesan shrimp has a bright, flavorful combination of buttery richness, tender shrimp, and parmesan umami to finish it off.
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Unit 17-2, Aria St, Sta Cecila Rd, Las Piñas, Talon Dos, Las Piñas, Metro Manila
Salamangka
Most known for their cocktails that blend Filipino flavors with classic cocktails mixes, Salamngka also serves delicious pasta for those who are craving. We recommend trying the spaghetti pomodoro or the spaghetti carabonara!
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Eastwood Ave, Eastwood Citywalk 1, Bagumbayan, Quezon City
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