MangiPasta

Reviews

• Sandwich D.

  star star star star star 7 June 2026

  This is my favorite Italian spot. Highly recommend anything with burrata on it, it's probably from next door at Casa Della Mozzarella. I feel like they do a really good job of sourcing really fresh ingredients. For example, I had some lettuce (arugula maybe) with burrata and sliced tomato and it was incredible. I think their bread also comes from a local bakery, it's really great; their olive oil is delicious too.
  
  Their fresh pasta is made in house, it's all really high quality and cooked al dente. As good as the pasta is, their sauces are all outstanding. Even pasta that doesn't have "sauce" is amazing too (note the burrata on top of ravioli, and the cacio e pepe).
  
  They also make their own desserts! Their tiramisu was intensely creamy and by far the best I've ever had. The Nutella pie was amazing too, the crust was cookie-ish (like a madeline) and it has a nice thick layer of Nutella.

• Antoinette C.

  star star star star star 30 May 2026

  OMG.  Pasta heaven.  Went to the NYBG Holiday Train Show.  7 of us worked up an appetite.  Based on previous reviews I chose this place.  First the service.  Greeted by an Italian speaking young woman who was also fluent in English.  She immediately arranged our seating pattern. Then carefully explained the menu. Then where all the food comes from.  Italy for truffles and semolina for example.  The rest from local merchants right there on 187th Street and those on Arthur Av.  
  Now the menu.  This is pasta, not meat, not fish, not poultry.  They may be in the sauces offered. We each order something different. Delightful in getting opinion of each eater.  Everyone gave it a 5.  I had the spaghetti with cream, salmon, and vodka.  Did I die and go to pasta heaven!  There were 3 ravioli filling choices. And 3 people had a different one with a different sauce.  They have a few salads as well as a few appetizers. The desserts (2) were made on premises and fresh daily.  
  How prepared.  Right at the counter behind a glass front. My server prepared mine and it was wonderful to watch.  Everyone was so satisfied we couldn't order dessert, but had espresso in true Italian size.  
  After we paid our bill, the beautiful server offered us chocolate cake, only one accepted and took it home.  Next day report - it was excellent.
  Last a comment on decor.  Early 21st century meets late 19th century. New tin ceiling, new contemporary tile all in shades of gray.  I love it. Reminded me of a contemporary restaurant I went to in Palermo in the historic district. I could not have been happier than to share a good meal with good friends.  Oh yes, bathroom was spotless

• Kendra P.

  star star star star star_border 29 May 2026

  I had an awesome dinner experience at MangiPasta! The establishment although small, it is clean, modern, and inviting. Something cool is that you can see the cooks preparing your food once you place your order from your seat. They have a sort of glass wall that allows for this.
  
  My husband and I were greeted and seated quickly. The waiter (who I believe was the owner) very nicely explained the specials and allowed us sufficient time to make a selection. He was very pleasant as well as the rest of the staff.
  
  I ordered the spaghetti carbonara and my husband ordered the spaghetti with pesto sauce. The pasta is made fresh and daily, which was a totally different experience for me. I unfortunately found the sauce of my dish a little too rich, thick, and a bit lacking in flavor for my liking. And the pork bacon was cooked too crisply for my liking as well. However, I also tried the spaghetti with pesto sauce and loved it! It had a very fresh, enjoyable taste. It was so good that I wished that I had ordered that instead.
  
  Due to a slight wait we were offered a slice of nutella pie. I was skeptical as I was expecting it to be like most American style pies, with a graham cracker crust and not great. Boy was I wrong! This pie exceeded my expectations completely! It had a soft cookie dough crust. This pie was very tasty and was not overwhelming at all (as nutella can sometimes be a bit overwhelming in desserts). We were told that their pies are made fresh daily, which is a plus.
  
  If it were up to me, I would give this place a 4.5 out of 5 stars, but unfortunately Yelp doesn't allow that. Because overall, I enjoyed almost everything about this restaurant. I would definitely recommend that people check it out if they are in the area and if they value amazing customer service.

• Yasmin A.

  star star star star star_border 23 May 2026

  Very delicious and comforting Italian food. We came here as a large group and were easily accommodated and served. The inside is modern yet homey. You can see them cooking from where you sit.
  
  Ordered the mixed green salad, calamari, meatballs, and meat/cheese board as appetizers. Salad was good with the dressing and so was the calamari. Meatballs were a bit on the dry side but still a good. The meat/cheese board was my favorite with a wide selection of meats. The mozzarella was excellent.
  
  You can choose your pasta and sauce for entrees. I chose linguine with carbonara. The pasta is really fresh and homemade and tastes amazing. The carbonara was ok. I think it could have had more bacon but the sauce was creamy and good. Portions are not that large so I would recommend an appetizer/dessert if you have a large appetite. I tried the cacio e pepe as well and thought it tasted better than the carbonara. The pesto was also good but a little bitter tasting.
  
  Had the Nutella pie and tiramisu for desserts. The tiramisu is large and heavenly. Probably one of the best I've ever had. The Nutella pie is only good if it comes out hot from the oven with lots of Nutella on it.
  
  Overall, hospitable staff, clean and relaxing ambience, and good comforting food!

• C M.

  star star star star star 15 May 2026

  I came across MangiPasta while walking through the  Bronx yesterday. I brought home ravioli --  a box of plain-ricotta & a box of spinach. I can honestly say these are the BEST ravioli I've ever had in my life. They're perfect. I live in NJ and these are worth the trip. I'll be back for more soon!