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    Pasta e Basta

    4.1 (130 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Wendy K.

    Great Italian in Midtown. I had the carbonara with perfectly al dente spaghetti, and my friend loved the fresh pasta with beef ragù and she said it was delicious. The lunch special included dessert, so we finished with pistachio gelato and coffee, which was a perfect ending. Street parking was available and easy to find.

    Tagliatelle bolognese
    Rafael S.

    Pasta e Basta was such a great find. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the moment you walk in, the ambiance feels authentic, elegant, and very "Italian trattoria" style -- cozy but still fancy enough for a nice night out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You really feel like you're dining somewhere in Italy. The waitresses were incredibly kind and attentive, always checking in and making sure we were having a good time without being intrusive. The service honestly made the experience even better. All the pastas are fresh and perfectly al dente, just like true Italian style should be. I tried the Rigatoni all'Amatriciana, and the sauce was bold and powerful with authentic Roman flavors -- absolutely delicious. The tagliatelle Bolognese had a rich, well-balanced ragù that tasted slow-cooked and homemade. The agnolotti filled with ribs were super flavorful and comforting. I also ordered a glass of wine that unfortunately tasted a bit oxidized, but the waitress handled it very professionally and kindly replaced it with a Nebbiolo, which was excellent and paired perfectly with the food. I still need to go back to try their carbonara -- it's a classic and definitely next on my list. Highly recommend if you're looking for fresh pasta, authentic flavors, and great service.

    Jessica W.

    Fantastic! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's small and cozy, with a comfortable atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The style is simple and casual, yet it retains a refined elegance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I absolutely love this authentic Italian pasta spot. For those of us living in the city center, it is truly a hidden gem. Our waiter, Mirko, was excellent.

    Cheesecake and chocolate cake
    Jessica A.

    I always rave about this place to coworkers. This is the second job I've had I was able to convert people to Pasta e basta fans!! Came with co workers for their lunch special I believe it's pasta dessert and espresso for under $25 ! I got the carbonara , it's so flavorful and the pancetta is juicy and crispy. Food is always fresh and consistent in taste. I got the tiramisu for my lunch dessert it was so good and also taste very fresh. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat in the garden and it makes you forget you are in the middle of Miami. The vibe feels like you are on vacation in a wine garden.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I can say it's a small place and fills up all at once for lunch so service can be a touch slow for extra request. But the overall experience is worth it

    Tiramisu
    Danielle M.

    We had dinner with some of our friends last night and wow Pasta e Basta was amazing! The lasagna was incredible with the creamy bechamel sauce and the short rib pasta was extremely flavorful. We couldn't help but try the tiramisu and chocolate cake which both did not disappoint. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We had friendly service and loved the design inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The pasta was authentic and a little slice of Italy in Miami, we will definitely visit again!

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    Carlos P.

    Place is small, but very charming - it has a cool and hip med/California vibe. We showed up to celebrate an event without a reservation on a Friday night around 8:45p (peak hour), and the staff was very polite and accommodating - we waited maybe 15 minutes before they found us a table for 3. The food was great: I had the carbonara - it was delicious - I rarely, if ever, give high praise, and this dish was a 6 out of 5 - it was not like any carbonara I've ever had, but it was delicious. The crispy cured guanciale (pig cheek) was out of this world (really crispy and flavorful - mind you since it's cured it's very salty, but I love salty). And the pecorino Romano had a strong acidity to it making the dish the best carbonara I've ever had. We also ordered the BEEF LASAGNA and CONCHIGLIONI AL SUGO DI CARNE (short rib pasta). I only tried the lasagna and it was decent, I would order it - I'd rate it a 4 of 5. I did not try the short rib pasta, but my friend said it was great. Throughout the experience, the staff kept frequently, professionally and 'seamlessly' checking on us without intruding at any point - they were prepared for recommendations and knew how to politely handle anything you threw at them. For desert we tried the CHEESECAKE BASCA (basque cheesecake) and it was delicious 5 out of 5 - portion is so good it's not big enough. We also tried the SALAME AL CIOCCOLATO, which are homemade chocolate cookies from a sausage form factor - they bake them into sausage shape with Callebaut Cocoa. Crushed Biscuits and Coffee Kalua. Then slice them like salame - you get four pieces - I don't like chocolate, and I enjoyed these, especially contrasted against the cheesecake. 5/5 for chocolate lovers. If you want a cool hip but intimate restaurant to take a date or a lunch business partner, this is a good spot. Make sure you make a res in advance - we just lucked out, but don't expect to find a table if you show up at peak hours.

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    Stephanie C.

    I felt like I was back in Italy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is small and cozy and oh so beautiful and classy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was delicious, well priced, and good portion. Very authentic! It's a must try. The lunch special can't be beat, a pasta, dessert, and coffee for $22... #winning. Service was great, the server was very attentive.

    Cavatelli al sugo di carne (lunch special)
    Becky L.

    Came here with a friend on a weekday for lunch. Excited that there was a lunch special (pasta, coffee, dessert for $22). Complimentary bread standard and decent, love when it's complimentary. The staff said the most popular pastas were the rigatoni carbonara, cacio e pepe, and the cavatelli al sugo de carne. I ended up ordering the rigatoni carbonara and my friend got the cavatelli. I loved the al dente texture of both of our pastas. If I had to choose, my favorite would be the cavatelli because of the denser texture of the cavatelli and the beef was really good with it. For the coffee, my friend and I were able to choose the decaf options, I got an espresso, she got a latte--both good and great pairing with dessert. We shared the tiramisu and the fig crostada. If you like fruity tart flavors, the crostada is for you, otherwise I preferred the creamier tiramisu. Parking available close by as street parking either in front or across the street. Service was attentive. Ambience was nice and comfortable. Overall a fantastic lunch deal, definitely will consider coming back for the lunch special.

    Adi O.

    I had been wanting to come here since it opened, I've had only heard good things about it. Finally came for dinner for a friend's birthday. As we entered the restaurant, the staff greeted us and we were promptly seated. The restaurant is quaint, and decor is minimalistic and beautiful, with a large outdoor dining area. Our servers were very attentive, knowledgeable about the menu and friendly. I tasted a salad made with tomato, avocado and heart of palms-- I was hooked! I couldn't stop eating it. It was delicious and I want more of it. We also tasted 3 different types of pasta which I also enjoyed very much.. The sauces were *chefs kiss * I will definitely come back for more.

    Aziel D.

    Great experience excellent pasta options great customer service everything was exactly what I had anticipated! Will be coming back

    GianMaria worst customer service ever
    Sasil C.

    Worst Customer Service Experience Ever This was hands down the worst restaurant experience I've ever had. The manager, GianMaria el manager una Basura de persona , treated my daughter and me with complete disrespect and discrimination. We were made to feel unwelcome from the moment he approached us. What truly crossed the line was when my baby's food was asked to thrown away several times. As a parent, this was shocking, humiliating, and unacceptable. There was zero empathy, no attempt to resolve the situation, and no accountability--only attitude and arrogance from management. No family should ever be treated this way, especially when a baby is involved. Customer service was nonexistent, and management behavior was disgraceful. I will never return and strongly warn other families to avoid this place They did not offer any kids menu options, we were the ones who asked if there was something that they could adapt; they said pasta with any sauce, the manager did not offer anything for my baby, we asked the waiter. we obviously understood that we could not bring food; so we put them in boxes as they required, but the manager keep harassing; and told us that my daughter has 5 minutes (yes, 5 minutes to eat her food); he asked to leave the place. The owner should learn to be humble and human; even the best meal if is offered with disgrace and disrespect is garbage. I usually do not this type of review but last night was an absolute disaster, worst experience ever.

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    Jaime L.

    Very good, classic pastas. Adequately priced, located at a street across from the Midtown mall. Service is correct.

    Dev R.

    Absolutely wonderful service. Incredibly fresh and flavorful pasta. Nice atmosphere both indoors and outdoors, great selection of music. All the dishes had an excellent bite. Sourdough bread was also quite fresh.

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    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great food, great menu, spent my birthday lunch there and felt really welcomed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would absolutely go back.

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    Enzo was awesome! Explained the specials, went over everything, and has great service. The food was…read moregreat and the wine was delicious. This is a nice secluded spot where you can have a nice, intimate, private meal. P.s my wife loved the loved music selection!

    An opulent failed attempt at fine dining…read more At first glance, the place is impressive -- beautiful cars outside, constant traffic of guests walking in, crisp white tablecloths setting the stage for what appears to be a refined dining experience. Unfortunately, the illusion fades rather quickly. The first sign of trouble arrives with the server sporting a rather impressive lip piercing, followed closely by a colleague whose diamond nose stud could probably be seen from space. Not exactly the ambiance one expects when aiming for "elegant." Despite the abundance of servers floating around the dining room, none seem to notice when your knife dramatically dives off the table and lands on the floor -- where it enjoys a long, lonely stay. Water service is also quite innovative: they simply leave the entire bottle at the table, which seems less about generosity and more about avoiding the inconvenience of returning to refill your glass. The food? Sadly just as uninspired. From the octopus to the $68 Milanese, every dish managed the impressive feat of being completely flavorless. The Milanese arrived with a beautiful crust, which raised hopes... until you realized there was no sauce, no garnish, and nothing to rescue what turned out to be a remarkably bland plate. Meanwhile, the staff appears deeply committed to minimizing effort -- though not shy about judging you directly when the tip doesn't meet their expectations. All in all, this place feels like fine dining in costume. Perhaps a return to the basics of hospitality and service would be a good start... followed by a serious conversation with whoever is currently in the kitchen. Good luck to anyone brave enough to give it a try.

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    Interior is cute, tuscan
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    Carbone

    4.1
    (980 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    Another delicious carbone experience for the books!!! We came here for a date night. They were able…read moreto seat us right away. We choose the indoor seating this time around, but I think I prefer the outdoor seating. Indoors was lovely. It was dark, sexy, no bugs, and the perfect temperature. We ordered: Faust wine 5/5 All the usual free apps 5/5 Grilled Octopus 5/5 Spicy Rigatoni 5/5 Veal Parmesan 5/5 The service was great! They had amazing team work to provide the perfect high class dinning for guest. I never had to think about water being refilled, wine glass being refilled, or crumbs on the table. They checked in with us just enough. Price: If you have drinks, apps, entree, and dessert expect to spend around $300 or more. Portions: Not the largest portions for "family size" but if it's just two it may be filling enough because they give you bread, cheese, cured meats, and pickled cauliflower for the appetizers. Overall, this is one of our favorite spots and it's truly worth the hype. For it being F1 weekend it was not as hectic as expected.

    I had high expectations for Carbone, especially given its reputation, but unfortunately, my…read moreexperience left me feeling disappointed. THE FOOD The food itself wasn't the problem- the value was. Charging nearly $200 for a 2.5-pound lobster and serving what appeared to be no more than 10 ounces of meat is unacceptable. I've ordered lobster countless times, and this was nowhere close to what should come from a lobster of that size. It honestly felt like a bait-and-switch. At Carbone's prices and reputation, I expected transparency and quality, not to leave wondering if I had just paid hundreds of dollars for an empty shell. It completely overshadowed the rest of the meal and left a terrible impression. THE SERVICE Our wait staff was excellent- friendly, attentive, and professional throughout the evening. When I raised my concern about the lobster, however, there wasn't a meaningful solution offered. The manager did bring out complimentary meatballs and two slices of cake, which was appreciated, but it didn't address the actual issue. I requested the veal entrée (about $125) as a gesture of goodwill, but that request was denied. I left feeling that my concerns were acknowledged but not truly resolved. THE VIBE The ambiance is everything you'd expect from Carbone- stylish, energetic, and full of old-school charm. It's a beautiful restaurant with a lively atmosphere, making it a great place for a special occasion. Ultimately, the atmosphere and attentive wait staff weren't enough to make up for what felt like poor value and an unsatisfactory resolution to a legitimate concern. At this level of dining, guests should leave feeling impressed--not questioning whether they received what they paid for. Our total bill was close to $1000. UNACCEPTABLE.

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    Scoping out a VIP table at Carbone for client. Thank you Samantha and the Carbone hostess team for your assistance with this.
    Scoping out a VIP table at Carbone for client. Thank you Samantha and the Carbone hostess team for your assistance with this.
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    4.3
    (86 reviews)
    3.4 mi

    Very disappointing experience…read more I ordered the seafood pasta, priced at $34, and was shocked by how small the portion was. The dish felt more like an appetizer than an entrée. For the price, the value was simply not there. The tiny table made the experience even worse, leaving almost no room for plates, drinks, or personal items. Instead of enjoying the meal, I felt cramped and uncomfortable the entire time. I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was genuinely disappointing. Charging premium prices while serving such small portions is embarrassing. I would not recommend this restaurant and will not be returning. Shame on them!!!! Please don't go.

    Stopped in for happy hour and I'm rating the dishes we sampled from…read morethat menu only. The Felice brand wine was good however, the food left little to be desired. We tried the veal meatballs and fried calamari with artichoke. The veal meatballs did not hold together and were mushy. There were two tiny meatballs for $12. The fried calamari was very good but had more artichoke than calamari. Expected more calamari for the price. We don't mind paying for high quality food but they missed the mark with these dishes. Also, the portions were ridiculously tiny for the price you paid. Not a good value and neither dish was memorable. I'm very sorry that I forgot to take pictures of the dishes. On a positive note the service was top notch. Our bartender was professional and friendly.

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    The main dining area of an Italian restaurant featuring brown leather banquettes, crisp white linens, and large mirrors refle...
    The main dining area of an Italian restaurant featuring brown leather banquettes, crisp white linens, and large mirrors refle...
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    An action shot of finely grated cheese falling onto a plate of rigatoni carbonara topped with crispy pancetta.
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