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Fazzoletti e Prosciutto di Antra at Ristorante Lombardo / Photo courtesy of Ristorante Lombardo
Whether you’re in the mood for handcrafted homemade pasta, authentic Italian pasta dishes, or a twist on the classics, Buffalo and Western New York has quite the list of options.
We asked our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram followers where to find the best pasta in Buffalo and WNY, and they answered with their top picks. Below we’ve included the full list of reader recommendations – if it was mentioned, it’s listed below.
With hundreds of comments resulting in over 50 recommendations, there’s an option in almost every neighborhood. Some are specifically Italian restaurants, some make their own pasta, some have one pasta dish worth a visit, and some have dare we say cult followings. All have pasta worth recommending according to our readers.
Homemade pasta / Photo courtesy of Linguine’s
Which restaurants were mentioned the most? While many recommendations were mentioned several times, there were certain places mentioned over and over (and over) again as the best restaurants to get pasta in Western New York including La Bella Sicilia (Cheektowaga), Mulberry Italian Ristorante (Lackawanna), Sinatra’s (Kenmore), Lombardo Ristorante (Hertel Ave), San Marco (Snyder), Italian Village (Depew), Inizio (Elmwood Village), Linguine’s (Bowmansville), Fortuna’s (Niagara Falls), Ilio DiPaolo’s (Blasdell), Falletta’s (East Amherst).
Check out the comments on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for menu item recommendations and specific info you can’t get anywhere else, out of the mouths of customers! Plus explore more guides with recommendations according to our readers.
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Best Pasta in Buffalo & WNY According to Our Readers
Touch of Italy Restaurant and Pizzeria is a dynamic dining destination in the heart of Tonawanda. Whether dining solo or celebrating with a group, Touch of Italy satisfies! Read more…
Experience a family’s passion, and be part of something special at Amici Ristorante. From the intoxicating smell of homemade sauce to the warmly-lit dining room that invites you to slow down and savor the experience of the evening, Amici takes Read more…
Andiamo Bistro is an Authentic Italian Bistro specializing in fresh pasta, gourmet pizza, and Catering. Everything is made fresh to order and exactly like home cooking! Read more…
A neighborhood restaurant at its core, Carmelo’s has many regular guests and openly accommodates visitors to the area with welcome arms. Carmelo’s hosts 16 tables and seats 8 at the bar, the perfect size for exceptional service and fresh, quality Read more…
Carmine’s is known for “the tastiest meal this side of Palermo,” offering veal, chicken, seafood and pasta. Carmine’s has been servicing the greater WNY area for over 25 years. Carmine’s menu will consist of some classic favorites along with our Read more…
Carte Blanche makes great use of the outdoors with dining and lounge space on a first floor alley patio and a second floor alley deck. The second floor is generally well accommodated with it’s own bar, wonderfully positioned for private Read more…
We we are a family-run Italian restaurant on Center Street in Historic Lewiston, we pride ourselves on our warm welcoming atmosphere and authentic homemade dishes originating from many regions of Italy. Our experienced chefs specialize in both southern and northern Read more…
Family Italian restaurant with a new kitchen serving homemade Italian sausage, Italian hamburgers, breads, and their homemade sauce. Read more…
Cipollina Rustic Italian Kitchen is the newest endeavor by Laurie Bordonaro Mozée (owner of Guy’s Subs) and Chef Jerry Clementi (former owner of Cafe Aroma and Trattoria Aroma). Laurie and Jerry met more than fifty years ago over a dish a pasta at Read more…
Cugino’s Italian Restaurant
Cugino’s is a fine dining establishment catering to the high end clientele of Williamsville serving Northern Italian cuisine. The service style is a bit “European” but it is worth the wait. A full, well stocked bar seems to make these Read more…
Walking into daniela., you have two options: full service at the bar or counter service. If you choose counter service, you place your order and get a number. Your food is then run out to you when it is ready. Read more…
Fine Dining at affordable prices. Our food is award winning, our restaurant staff is wonderful, you will enjoy visiting. We cater delicious food anywhere. Read more…
A Word from Fanara’s Restaurant Our menu selections will delight the eye and the palette. Dinner and special events available. Read more…
OUR STORY We came from a large second generation Italian family. Our grandparents, Felice & Louisa, came from a small town outside of Naples and immigrated to America like hundreds of thousands in search of a better life. Felice had Read more…
This restaurant in Niagara’s Little Italy, has been pleasing palates since 1945. The third generation of the Fortuna family now runs the restaurant and they continue the tradition of using the freshest ingredients possible. Read more…
A Word from Frankie Primos +39 What’s in a name? In this case, the name says it all. Frankie Primo’s +39. This restaurant is about family, Frankie Primo’s, my children, +39, the country code if one was to phone Italy, Read more…
Website says: Located in the heart of North Buffalo, Frank’s Sunny Italy restaurant has been a mainstay of Italian cuisine for over 25 years!ﾠ You’ll find a casual, comfortable, sit down family atmosphere with reasonable prices and very generous portions!ﾠ Read more…
Giacobbi’s Cucina Citta
From Giacobbi’s Allentown’s Italian dining destination is located at 59 Allen Street at Franklin , just a short block from the burgeoning medical corridor. Proudly presented by the Jacobbi family with their extensive and rich history within the restaurant industry Read more…
Imagine, if you will, living in a city situated along the Mediterranean Sea. Your weekday mornings are highlighted by walking into a café on the way to work, picking up some espresso and fresh baked goods and maybe grabbing something Read more…
Dine in the ambience of Tuscany with hand-painted murals of Ilio s hometown of Introdacqua, Italy and decor that celebrates his pro wrestling career, as well as, stories from the past and celebrity photos. Enjoy summer evenings in the courtyard Read more…
Chef Michael Gibney cooks new world Italian dishes Read more…
From the people that bring you 800 Maple and Siena, this stylish Elmwood Village urban Italian restaurant with a seasonal menu is a hit. The bar scene is bubbling over with Buffalo’s elite. The food is first rate, but not Read more…
Julie’s Pizzeria & Restaurant
Julie’s is a product of the Collesano family, which immigrated to the New York area in the early 1900’s. Julie’s was established in 1977 and has been a staple in the Springville community for over 25 years. Over the years, Read more…
Closed Website says: Serving WNY for Over 15 years. We offer a family friendly atmosphere combined with an Italian feel. NOT all photos necessarily represent our dishes served. Mon – Thu: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm Fri – Sat: 11:00 Read more…
La Bella Sicilia Restaurant & Pizzeria
La Bella Sicilia s Restaurant is a restaurant where the natural flavors of quality ingredients are used for the Italian disk- Unlike anywhere else. We offer you a great Italian dining experience in a wide variety of flavors. La Bella Read more…
5790 Transit Rd. Depew NY 14043 (716) 685-0005 Seven days 11:00am – 9:00 pm Read more…
Las Puertas is a 35 seat intimate restaurant that features Mexican food with a modern blend with classic french techniques. SOB Says: The menu at Las Puertas has several dishes that will look familiar to fans of contemporary cuisine; however, Read more…
Lebro s dishes are served to satisfy. That means we don t skimp on the preparation or the delicious ingredients that ensure your order tastes even better than it sounds on the menu. Burgers made only from top quality, extra Read more…
Cool spot with a nice bar, fine wine list and excellent food, all of which brings in the large crowds- reservations suggested. Read more…
SOB Says: In my mind what sets Ristorante Lombardo on the top of the heap is the total package, the “dining experience”. Don’t get me wrong, the food is great, but the service is consistently outstanding. It’s almost like going Read more…
SOB Says About Lucia’s on the Lake: Looking for a solid choice with a casual atmosphere, some bar crowd, a good view and good food then Lucia’s on the Lake is a sound choice. The new ownership is front and center Read more…
WWII themed Italian restaurant. Home of the platoon-sized lasagna, howitzer (homemade jumbo manicotti), 40mm Buffalo shells, chicken undercover, and boneyard pasta. Home made soups, salad bar and specialty sandwiches including the Barksdale po-boy, tango mango habanero and sniper in the Read more…
Mangia is located in the heart of Orchard Park the atmosphere is casual yet sophisticate and warming with a great bar area. No matter what language you speak the word Mangia means to eat. Our cafe serves the lunch crowd Read more…
SOB Says About Marble + Rye: This is quality, “honest” food served in a pleasant, casual atmosphere. The concise menu covers all the right bases and preparation is unpretentious. The bar talent and offerings alone are enough to bring me back regularly. Read more…
“In 1988, Marco Sciortino purchased the building from Andy and Joe Darone. Since then, Marco has been the owner and chef of Marco s Restaurant, and has started his own tradition of serving fresh, high quality food in his friendly, Read more…
An Italian American Resturaunt, family owned & operated for almost 50 yrs. Founded in 1963 by Michael Capizzi, the tradition has carried on for 3 generations. Still operating out of the original building in the heart of the “Little Italy” Read more…
Mulberry Italian Ristorante
Mulberry Italian Ristorante prides itself on offering the most authentic Italian cuisine this side of the Big Apple! Whether it’s a special occasion, or just casual dinner with friends, “the Mulberry” is the perfect stop for your next night on Read more…
Step Out’s 2 cents: One of the finest restaurants in Buffalo, Oliver’s Restaurant is fine dining in the “Old School” tradition. This gem has been turning out great food and great chefs for decades- thankfully there is no end in Read more…
At Orazio’s by Zarcone we pride ourselves with cooking everything from scratch. Every meal is prepared to order, whether it is pasta, seafood, or steak! We offer additional hours for banquets and catering. Read more…
A Casual Italian Eatery and Pub Situated at the heart of the beautiful downtown city of Buffalo, New York. Osteria 166 offers some of the unique and delicious Italian fares! Osteria 166 is now open with excellent menu selections for Read more…
Website says: Panaro s is a small family owned Italian restaurant offering delicious homemade lunch, Monday thru Friday from 11am-3pm. From our homemade pasta fagioli to our delicious Braciole served on Wednesday s only ﾦYou will be sure to find Read more…
Pasquale’s has proudly been serving fine Italian food for dining and takeout in WNY since 1975. We continue to grow, now featuring locations in Derby, East Aurora and West Seneca. Read more…
Since 2000 identical twins Sherry and Shelly Biscaro with longtime friend Marina Ciesla have been cooking up some delicious food at the Poppyseed Restaurant. The Biscaros are Buffalo, New York natives and have been working in the restaurant business as Read more…
Raphael’s is a local family owned restaurant that serves awesome home made Italian food from lasagna and pizza, to steak and chops. We also serve beer and wine. Read more…
Ripa’s Restaurant has been welcoming friends and neighbors for over 50 years.ﾠ Ray and Ennio continue to reflect the Ripa family tradition of bringing people together with wine and fine food, still prepared from traditional family recipes, served in a Read more…
Rocco’s Wood Fired Pizzas
SOB Says About Rocco’s Wood Fired Pizzas: If you’re craving wood-fired pizza or some quality Italian in a laid-back atmosphere enjoyable for both kids and adults, this is just what the doctor ordered. It fits the bill perfectly for a group Read more…
Romeo & Juliet’s Cafe – Tonawanda
Romeo and Juliet s Cafe brings the culture and exquisite tastes of Italy to Buffalo. Ever since we opened in 1998, we have offered a variety of freshly baked goods, such as Italian cookies, cannoli, pizza, focaccia panini, breads, wine, Read more…
Walking into Roost, you might doubt that you’re in Buffalo, or on Niagara St. You’re reminded of the raw beauty of our post-industrial city and, seriously, how f*%^ing cool Buffalo is becoming through these developments in areas that were abandoned Read more…
We are a Greek Restaurant serving Kenmore and all the surrounding areas. It does not matter if you are by yourself or if you have a large party. Haralambos Papavramidis, known as Bob to everyone, has been in business and Read more…
For more than 30 years Owners/Chefs Frank and Nancy Grimaldi have delighted guests from Western New York and around the world with the wonderful flavors of Italian Cuisine and devotion to excellent service. San Marco is Buffalo’s top restaurant in Read more…
One of Buffalo’s favorite Italian restaurants has up and moved across the street to all new digs. SOB Says about Sinatra’s: Sinatra’s is one of those quintessential Italian American restaurants where regulars are family, friends are family and newcomers are Read more…
Tappo, Italian for cork, is proud to welcome our guests to downtown Buffalo to enjoy great American Italian cuisine, wines in an urban chic atmosphere. See the full menu here! Igloo: Max Guests Per Igloo: 8 Rental Time: 2 hours (unless otherwise Read more…
A word from Tempo Restaurant Buffalo’s most popular “new world” Italian style restaurant. Superb service, white linens and extensive wine menu selections. Featuring handmade Gnocchi, classic pasta Bolognese, and piping-hot risotto’s made to order. Savor the incredibly Grilled Branzino or Read more…
The Como Restaurant…Serving fine Italian food for over 80 years! When Francesco Antonacci opened the Como Restaurant he realized his dream of serving Italian cuisine prepared in the true old-world manner, where every dish is a reflection of the cooking Read more…
The authentic Italian food is inspired by the family meals of Mr. & Mrs. Balconi in their youth in Sicily, but the atmosphere is anything but old fashioned. They have never been about feeding customers but welcoming all through their Read more…
Trattoria Aroma on Bryant
SOB Says About Aroma on Bryant: I’ll just come right out and say it, Trattoria Aroma is one of our favorite spots in the city. The food is consistently good or great. The menu is broad but well managed, with Read more…
When you come to Ellicottville, you are here for a good time. At Villaggio, we are here to help you with that. Whether you want food for a large group, something ready when you want to pick it up, or Read more…
The fifty seat bistro has a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere, and the public is invited to experience the menu and wine list. Selections include everything from nana zambito’s spinach bread to mac n’ cheese, grilled steaks, and fresh made egg Read more…
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