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Pasta Amore

3.7 (181 reviews)
Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
Updated 1 week ago

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Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating

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Spicy vodka...penne? Ordered spicy vodka rigatoni
Remy H.

Discovers this spot since it was featured on the deals section of DoorDash. Great portion sizes for great prices! Spicy vodka rigatoni was prepared as spicy vodka penne for some reason

Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Serenity M.

Pasta was delicious! My favorite was definitely the pesto with penne. The unlimited pasta deal was worth trying $14 plus some tax, but just keep in mind proteins cost extra. The ambiance was chill and not too packed there were only a few other couples there. Service was pretty slow though, and we eventually had to walk to the front ourselves to pay after waiting for a while.

Kathy M.

TLDR: food was delicious, hefty, and came out slow. Customer service could be way better. Like other reviews, ambiance is slightly dim, but music level was just right to hear each other. Website or yelp page said free parking, but its $12 cash or $14 scan to pay. For AYCE, on a Saturday, you need more wait staff in the front of the house. They have a parking lot just behind their restaurant, but there wasnt anyone to attend the lot when we got in. I didnt realize the free parking until it was too late. Majority of the reviews on here is correct. I chose to order ice tea because it came with refills. Sodas were in cans and water came in bottles. The size of the AYCE plates began super hefty (can easily be eaten with 2 people), then the second and on plates were of smaller portion sizes. I didnt ask if we could get a smaller size like someone else suggested. The "server" was super rude. I asked for ice tea and then was about to give him my appetizer order and he rudely said "let's get the drinks first". He was using a hand held device to take our order. We placed our order slightly after 4pm. Pesto Tortellini (9/10), fried ravoli (9/10), chicken strips and fries (5/10), cheesy garlic toast (10/10), and regular garlic toast (10/10) to start off. My party was trickling in every 20 minutes or so. About 30 minutes in, I asked the server where some of the dishes are because it hasnt come out yet. I was rudely given "its coming" without checking what items we were missing. The next order was placed and we got that before we got the missing items. Ive tried flagging down the server, but he was busy with other tables. The AYCE part was a little tough. It takes a really long time for pastas to come out because it was made to order. My friend asked for the next plate knowing that in mind and another staff member said, let's wait til you finish the plate. I was in disbelief when that was said to him. About an hour has passed, I found someone else to check for the missing orders. The order never got put in! I had to flag so many people to get some refills for our table. They need to work on their customer service and check in. The restroom ran out of soap, so I found someone to replace it. Will I be back, probably not.

Lemon Linguine
Martin T.

Solid pasta for $15. Solid options for AYCE. Don't go in expecting to be transported to Florence, but for what you're paying this place is great. Workers are super nice and fast with the service. Recommend: - fettuccine Alfredo with chicken - spicy vodka rigatoni - Lemon linguine - pink penne - fried ravioli I'd skip: - pesto spaghetti Haven't tried the rest.

Spicy Vodka Rigatoni
Deni B.

Sometimes the price is too good to be true, and this case - it is. Pasta Amore gets people in the door with $13.99 unlimited pasta, clearly trying to capitalize on the virality of Olive Garden's never ending pasta. I figured I would rather support local by trying Pasta Amore, but maybe we should leave it to the pros at the Garden. When we entered the restaurant at 7:30 on a Thursday, we were only the second table seated. We placed our order, and after the garlic bread arrived, we asked for water. Our waiter informed us that their water filter was broken so they couldn't give us tap water. We opted for the First Street water bottles which they charged $1.50 for. But..... don't you need clean water to cook?! It was too late and we already ordered so we stuck it out. The pasta was not revolutionary, but we didn't expect exemplary food. We were there for the vibes and AYCE pasta! I started with the spicy vodka rigatoni which was an incredibly thick sauce and actually fairly spicy. Throughout the night, I tasted the pesto (flavorful and oily), the marinara (perhaps the winner, most classic taste without making me feel ill), the pomodoro (fresh!), arrabiata (probably in my top 2 or 3 sauces), the alfredo (just tasted like cream), and the lemon cream sauce (just tasted like the alfredo with a hefty portion of bottled lemon juice). Our waiter did not come back often, and our dinner lasted over 2 hours, for 3 rounds of pasta. The food came out very quickly after we ordered, but it took forever to get our waiter's attention. It wasn't until we left, feeling slightly queasy, that we noticed the "B" health rating in the window. Cool.

Food delicious, I ordered the smokey chipotle penne pasta with added grilled shrimp. It had a nice kick, not too spicy, just perfect. My niece ordered the fettuccine chicken Alfredo and said was the best she's ever had. Francisco, our waiter, very attentive. My only complaint would be, they had no plain water, but the lemonade I got made up for it. Definitely will be back.

Gnochi alla Marinara
Lyndsay J.

I rarely write lower rated reviews, but I want to be honest, this place is overhyped. The price is really good for food on the Melrose Strip, but that's just about where it ends. Food was about average, and for a place that advertises themselves as "All-You-Can-Eat", they overportion their plates to the point where you almost couldn't even finish your first round. They also mischarged my boyfriend at the end of our meal for a normal priced entree instead of the advertised buffet price. The amount of food they serve is double to triple that of a standard serving size of a box of pasta. Pasta is a heavy, filling, and cheap carbohydrate. If I were paying a-la-carte, this is something I wouldn't be commenting on, because who doesn't love big portions? But as others have said, the point of AYCE is to experience variety, which just isn't possible here in my experience. Taste wise, it wasn't bad, I'd say mid tier. I believe they make their sauces from scratch. I got the gnocchi, which was okay, the pasta itself was kind of bland and didn't hold the sauce very well but had decent flavor. My boyfriend's chicken parm was slightly overcooked but he seemed to enjoy it. He also ended up getting spaghetti & meatballs, which you could tell were frozen and not the best quality. Their alfredo cream sauce was also pretty good so I'll give it that. We didn't have much to say about the food during/after our meal because it was just okay. After reading the reviews on here and Google, I was worried about getting charged an additional $5 for not finishing our plates. We were all force feeding ourselves and stuffing our faces because of the warnings from others online. This is also where we discovered this place is apparently TikTok famous-- though we found Pasta Amore simply by walking by their sign advertising $14 AYCE pasta. Atmosphere was almost club/lounge-like, which I wouldn't usually expect for a place that serves Italian-adjacent food but we didn't hate it. Lots of colorful flashing lights and edm for their music of choice. Definitely an atmosphere curated for social media promotion, hence the apparent TikTok virality. Overall, would any of us eat here again? Honestly no. This is one of those places where I'd really take the lower reviews (hopefully including mine) into consideration. Service was lovely but nothing about our experience was particularly memorable. The place has a lot of potential, as AYCE pasta is kind of uncommon in LA (other than Olive Garden, which is way better) and they're relatively new. Hopefully the owner reconsiders their approach to portioning and listens to constructive criticism.

Mushroom Fettuccine Alfredo with added Grilled Chicken. The sauce was creamy as it should be!.
Claudia M.

Let's start with our service, Francisco was very helpful at explaining how everything works as this was our first time here. He was very friendly, kind and kept on checking on our table frequently as well as the others. He took the time to explain all the questions we had about the dishes and he made the experience amazing overall. This establishment should be very happy to have him as an employee that goes above and beyond for their costumers. If you want to experience his service he is here everyday but Mondays. As for the ambience, the place was clean, they had twinkling lights, and nice music. It was easy to maintain a conversation and not had to scream over each other. The food was great! Tasty, you can tell it was made to order due to the freshness. I came with my 2 kids, sister and mom. The food was delicious, not picture was my kiddos Fettuccine Alfredo, they were too hungry that I had not a chance to take a picture. They were so satisfied and left their plates clean as we did. I totally recommend this place, my kiddos are very picky eaters when it comes to pasta and this restaurant passed their test! Definitely will be returning!

Maura C.

If you're looking for a spot with fun vibes, friendly service, and affordable food, Pasta Amore is worth trying! I've visited a few times and ordered food to go, and honestly everything has been delicious. They're serving hearty, comforting Italian classics at a super reasonable price, and you're getting SO MUCH food. The AYCE nature makes this spot great for sharing, so if you have a big group and want to split dishes/try lots of different things, this format makes it really easy. My favorite is the spicy vodka rigatoni, which has a savory, silky sauce that is just to die for. The pesto penne has also become a go-to if you want something on the lighter/fresher side. In my experience, service is fairly fast. You are kind of tucked off to the side in their dining room away from the main counter, so you just have to be on it when it comes to touching base with your server/ordering more dishes. But everyone who works there is so lovely, and you can tell they put a lot of heart into the dishes!

Chicken Alfredo and Spaghetti & Meatballs
Julianna P.

Food was 10/10 very fresh and delish! The waiter and staff specifically Francisco was very attentive nice, and friendly. I would def recommend!

The entrance with cashier is
Denisse M.

I love the scenery. It's very quiet very trendy. Definitely great place to bring family and friends or even have a friend gathering of some sort. The staff was wonderful very helpful. Very efficient. The portions of food was really great and the flavor for the price point you can't go wrong with it. All you can eat pasta no freaking way. Here's a couple of dishes. We tried and I freaking loved all of them cause of course I had to try a little bit of everything. It was just right no disappointment here. 1399. You can never go wrong with that will be coming back and visiting a very soon. Thank you for the lovely experience you gave us.

Fettuccini Alfredo with Mushroom

First time here and the food was delicious! Francisco was our server; we received excellent service & very kind. We will definitely be coming again & I definitely recommend it. Primera vez que venimos y la comida estaba deliciosa. Francisco nos atendió y fue muy amable y atento. Definitivamente se los recomiendo y pienso regresar!

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Vito K.

Three stars mostly on behalf of my family. Who enjoyed the food more than I did. The food is decent. If I came back with my family it would only be because of that. Other than that, the customer service is terrible. The wait time is even worse. Unless you're seemingly a influencer. Then of course they tend to you and allow you to take home leftover food. Which is exactly what I saw them do to another couple who was there with a tripod and ring light. In all the years I've lived in the neighborhood. I've seen a handful of places come and go. My bed is this place won't last long but we will see. I don't wish them bad luck, of course but if they intend on sticking around a lot longer, they need to get right in a few areas.

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Best pasta in LA. Very cheap very fast. Lots of good flavors. Great variety of food. Right on melrose

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Food was great very. Service was amazing 10/10 will be back my kids loved it. They loved the pasta

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Al Dente

Al Dente

4.6
(150 reviews)
5.0 mi
$$
Locally owned & operated
Certified professionals

Incredible food, outstanding warm friendly service, this place is a must visit. It's small, but…read morewith some seating outside. The food is actually perfect.

If you're looking for an authentic taste of Italy, this is the place. Luigi puts his heart into…read moreevery dish, making everything from scratch just like my grandmother used to--from fresh homemade pasta and rich, flavorful sauces to incredible focaccia and one of the best tiramisù I've had outside of Italy. Every pasta dish is cooked perfectly al dente, exactly as it should be, and so delicious that you'll already be planning your next visit before you've finished your meal. The quality of the ingredients and the attention to detail truly set this place apart. What makes the experience even more special is Luigi himself. He's always there, welcoming guests, making recommendations, and ensuring everyone feels at home. His passion, professionalism, and genuine hospitality are evident in every aspect of the restaurant. The outdoor seating is charming, they also offer catering for private events, and whether you're planning a romantic dinner, celebrating with friends, or simply craving real Italian food, you won't be disappointed. This hidden gem delivers a true Italian dining experience--no passport or plane ticket required. If you want to impress someone (or simply be impressed yourself), don't miss this place. Highly recommended!

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Jon & Vinny's Fairfax

Jon & Vinny's Fairfax

3.7
(2.8k reviews)
0.8 mi
$$

Jon and Vinny's is our go to Italian. Great pizzas, pastas, salads and Chicken Parm. Even our…read moretoddler loves it Also, the soft serve ice cream to finish the meal is my favorite.

I hadn't been in a few years and was excited to return with a friend. I booked us a reservation for…read more8:30PM in the Dining Room; upon arrival, the host tried seating us at the counter in the worst spot right by the door. I politely showed her my reservation which clearly said Dining Room (why even give customers the option if you're not going to seat them properly?) and she acted annoyed/put out. We had to wait an additional 25+ minutes for a table that we had reserved from the start. Finally around 9PM we are seated-- quickly we order two pastas and a pizza. We're told by the server that everything comes out once it's ready and I'm not exaggerating maybe 1-2 minutes later our pastas arrive at the table. A little strange, but whatever. We eat, enjoy the kind-of cold pasta (I believe this was a mess-up order or another table's, hence the speed and lack of warmth) and wait for our pizza. 20 minutes go by.... we finish our pasta. Still no pizza. We'd ordered a very simple white pizza. All around us other tables were getting their pizzas even though they ordered after us. I asked the server (who barely came to check on us throughout) what was going on and thrice she promised it was 'coming out of the oven.' They'd clearly forgotten our pizza, and I just wish they'd have been honest about that. Around 9:30PM, an HOUR after our reservation, we finally get the pizza. By this point I'm honestly ready to go-- especially because next to us are people who were sat and served INSTANTLY apparently because they know someone who works there. As an apology our server offered us free soft serve. While a nice gesture, the soft serve was given to us in the shittiest paper cups and it made a complete mess. We were not offered a price reduction or anything else, and didn't get out until after 10PM. This was the worst dining experience I've had in LA for years. Maybe ever. I kept trying to give the place the benefit of the doubt, but at every turn this was disappointing. The food is NOWHERE NEAR worth the annoyance you'll feel just getting through the reservation.

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Brooklyn Dodger. $22.25
Brooklyn Dodger. $22.25
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Met Him At A Bar

Met Him At A Bar

4.4
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1.6 mi
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The food was is good, unfortunately the service from the male worker (tall, caucasian, short brown…read morehair, bit of a scruff, even had a stye on his right eye) was so stand offish. Maybe it was just for me and my friend because we're on the younger side and he thought we wouldn't tip, but he was extremely rude and seemed like he didn't even want to be standing there taking our order. Never came to check up on us, but did for the other tables around us. I think his name was jacob.

Met Him At A Bar absolutely delivered. From the moment we walked in, the immaculate decor and…read moreadorable patio created such a warm, inviting atmosphere that made us want to stay awhile. The food was just as memorable. The chicken Parmesan was everything you want it to be: crispy, flavorful, and topped with a rich, perfectly balanced marinara and plenty of melted cheese. The Rigatoni Vodka (we added a meatball) was equally impressive. The vodka sauce was creamy without being overly heavy, and the meatball was tender, well seasoned, and packed with flavor. One thing to know before you go: parking can be a nightmare. There is valet in front, or you can opt for parking in the surrounding neighborhood. You're better off grabbing a rideshare if you can. It makes the experience much easier, especially if you plan on enjoying a few drinks. Between the beautiful ambiance, generous portions, and delicious food, this is an easy recommendation. We'll definitely be back.

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Bright and airy. Perfect for brunch.
Bright and airy. Perfect for brunch.
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Unetto Tokyo Pasta Factory

Unetto Tokyo Pasta Factory

4.1
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This place is a great spot for Japanese Italian food. I got the uni & scallop pasta which was full…read moreof garlic and the pasta was al dente. It was very delicious and flavorful. The staff was very nice and attentive. The decor was dark and a nice touch to the atmosphere of the Japanese restaurant.

We are a simple group, we see Japanese and Italian fusion pasta and we go. The parking was a bit of…read morea nightmare, so if you manage to find it, this place is a must-try so you don't the opportunity. Luckily our group had about 6-8 people so we were able to try quite a bit of the food. Glapponese - Ground pork, garlic, bacon, soy sauce for pasta. Very strong umami in this. It's for when you'd like a simple pasta with meat and nothing too overpowering. Tarako - Cod roe and nori. This is another simple pasta when you'd like something with a strong salty flavor but want to mostly enjoy the texture of the pasta, which was soft and chewy btw. If you want a familiar Japanese flavor, this is the one to order Carbonara - A very familiar pasta in case you want to stay on the safe side. They still make it very delicious and creamy if you're in a simple mood for an Italian style pasta Keema Curry - This is where you start going for a more complex taste for your pasta. If you can't decide if you want an Italian or Japanese pasta, combine the tastes with pasta in curry Service I feel can be a bit more attentive. When they sat 6 of us down first, there were only 5 settings, so it seemed pretty natural to bring us a sixth set of utensils. But when we realized they missed it, we ended asked them. Not a big deal. But when our remaining two friends came, they sat them with us and brought out only 1 set of utensils, so we had to ask for it again. Just a small detail that had me a bit confused during the experience, but the food itself was great and we'd love to come back when they reopen

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Unetto Tokyo Pasta Factory
Unetto Tokyo Pasta Factory
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UOVO | Mid-Wilshire

UOVO | Mid-Wilshire

4.4
(639 reviews)
1.7 mi
$$$

COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this establishment. Some of the staff wears a mask…read more All customers are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. The staff also wears gloves when handling food. There are some hand sanitizers available for customers to use. This place is available for take outs and has some indoor seating available with limited capacity. They are not sanitizing in between customers. I mention these things in my reviews for the sake of protecting immunocompromised people like the elderly and people sick with cancer and other illnesses. COVID-19 Vaccination Proof: This establishment currently does not require proof of vaccination. While I was eating my food in this establishment several months ago, I asked if they had any special offers and they weren't offering any at the moment. They currently don't have happy hour. They also do not allow pets in their establishment UNLESS it's a service animal. Parking: The underground parking lot for this establishment is located super close to the restaurant. Each 15 min is $2.75. However customers of Uovo can get 2 hours for free with validation. And 30 min after the 2 hour mark, you get charged $2. However, after that extra 30 min cushion, you will be charged the normal rates. As mentioned by a previous reviewer / good friend of mine, scan your ticket in order to re-enter the parking garage on the right hand side. Food: My friend and I ordered the Cheese and Truffle tasting menu. I have been eating at various Uovo locations, and this was my first time here at this location. I'm a massive sucker for authentic Italian food after visiting Italy back in 2023. This restaurant chain just hits the spot every time. I love how their noodles are flown in from Italy every day. Just an FYI, all pastas were cooked al dente, which was perfect. My friend and I both ordered a glass of white wine. The Pinot Grigio paired very well with the meal. It was light, crisp, and refreshing with notes of pear, apple, and citrus. To start off with, we received a plate of yellowtail crudo. This is an elegant, Japanese-Italian fusion appetizer featuring thinly sliced delicate and buttery soft raw yellowtail in a vibrant citrus and soy dressing. Next, we received the tagliatelle in truffle sauce. I'm a MASSIVE sucker for all things truffle related. I'm just sad that it wasn't truffle season, so we didn't get any real truffle shavings on this dish. Booooo! Jk. Despite not being in truffle season, this dish was top notch. This is a luxurious, rich, silky, mouth watering, and deeply earthy Italian pasta dish. The sauce combines quality heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan, and black truffle oil. Hands down my favorite dish here at Uovo. Moreover, we next received our pomodoro dish. The dish is exceptionally delicious, which a bright, high-quality tomato sauce. A classic Italian dish that you can't go wrong with ordering. To add on, we then got the classic carbonara. With crispy pork, a velvety and smooth sauce, and a punch of black pepper, this carbonara pasta was a rich, creamy, and a belly satisfying dish. Lastly, we ended our night sharing a tiramisu. It is served in a glass and featuring silky mascarpone, espresso, and a unique hazelnut twist. The portion is designed to be shared in a single cup. A perfect way to end a 10/10 meal. Staff: Karl and Ronaldo are both very attentive, kind, friendly, and helpful. They accept credit cards. There is no credit card minimum.

I absolutely love Uovo! They fly their pasta from Italy overnight, and you can really taste the…read morequality of their pasta and sauces. I came 15 mins to closing with a friend, and they still seated us and got our pastas out super quickly. We got the Amatriciana and the Crema di Parmigiano, both of which were so rich and tasty and unlike any pastas I've had elsewhere. The prices of these dishes were also very reasonable (only around $20), which is sooo much better than a lot of other Italian places around LA that serve much more lackluster food. I also must emphasize that the service at this location is impeccable! The servers and chef were all super kind to seat us so late and still give us such delicious food. They even said they could prep the tasting menu for us, but we didn't want to make them go through a 45-minute service at the end of the night. I had an amazing time here and will be back again for the tasting menu another time! Parking can be found on the side streets and in the back for 2 hours!

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UOVO | Mid-Wilshire
UOVO | Mid-Wilshire
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Haute Mess

Haute Mess

4.4
(203 reviews)
0.7 mi
$$

The chop salad was excellent... Probably the best I've had. The meat and cheese are so fresh. I…read morecame back twice in a week. And both times I received excellent customer service. Thanks to the chefs and the cashiers.

Haute Mess literally does it all! Breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, gelato - they can do anything…read more They open at 7am which is amazing for me to pop in while I'm doing a morning walk for their coffee. They have a ton of exciting options when it comes to caffeination! Like with everything here, the options are endless for coffee. I've actually eaten here many times and must say that the sandwiches are delicious but are truly a haute mess! Meaning they have so many ingredients are so packed with deliciousness that I always need a bunch of napkins as an egg oozes out or arugula falls all over. That being said, some highlights of things I've had are their meatball sub that was 1000% better than anything you'd get from Subway. I've also tried the pastrami sandwich and loved it. I absolutely love the Grappa di Mattina with Fresh-Cracked Eggs, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Fresh Tomato, Avocado, Arugula and Aioli on Sourdough Toast! The only thing that was disappointing was the bread got very soggy and the sandwich kind of fell apart when eating it. So eat all their sandwiches asap after ordering, preferably when still in the shop. Their chocolate chip cookies are a great deal at 4 for $6.50 and are solid 4 star cookies. They also have a mini market inside with a ton of wine and other liquor options, a gelato stand with a lot of options or you can grab prepacked pints, so many gorgeous desserts done beautifully. There's just so many options when you come here! Haute Mess has such a huge menu that I can keep trying new things each time I'm in. And thus far, nothing has disappointed me! I'll definitely be back to keep working my way through their eats.

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Wine wall! So many great options.
Wine wall! So many great options.
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Grappa di Mattina Sandwich @hybrideater
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