Reviews

Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 2073 reviews

What John F doesn't like about Pastai:
The food was good, but unfortunately it was restaurant week and price was way to high. Restaurant week is a fixed price, but they charge a premium for some selection s. Even though it would probably cost less Al a cart outside of restaurant week if you ordered the same items. It was a rip off View all feedback. What Dan B likes about Pastai:
Delicious handmade pasta, with a great range of gluten free options, all served with good attentive service. The orange cream filled doughnut balls were phenomenal! View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menu
4.0 ★ from 33 reviews
Тұрсынай
17.11.2017 - 08:48

This place is a diamond in the rough! I had the Reginette al Ragu, and substituted tagliatelle pastaIt was delicious.

Crystel
17.11.2017 - 08:48

I wanted so much to like this place since my friend likes it as her neighborhood pasta place (it's literally around the corner from her) and it looked super

Annie
17.11.2017 - 08:48

Lovely, charming place we stumbled upon after the High Line.

Arielle
29.08.2022 - 13:24

The karbonara and ragu wanted to go. we wanted fast, homemade pasta and it was exactly what we expected. eating was not the best I ever had, but still a great d...

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Herbert
29.08.2022 - 13:24

6/28/22 after the roaming for a meal which my request would satisfy. I've chosen pastai, I've eaten here a while ago, so I thought why not. I had the bocatini w...

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Pastai offers a mix of positive and negative reviews from recent diners. Some were disappointed by the rushed service, wrong orders, and mediocre pasta dishes for the price. However, others praised the homemade pasta, flavorful sauces, and well-balanced dishes. The restaurant's new seasonal menu has received high praise, with recommendations for the bucatini with sardines and Reginette pasta. Despite some inconsistencies, Pastai seems to be a solid choice for authentic Italian cuisine, with attentive service and a cozy atmosphere that appeals to both locals and visitors alike.

Yelp
4.8 ★ from 10 reviews
Thomas
28.08.2024 - 05:28

One of the best palaces in Chelsea. Fresh homemade pasta and the place is very modern. I felt I was in Italy while I was eating my paccheri ala genovese. Must t...

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Christy
28.08.2024 - 05:28

Really enjoyed my time here! The second I walked in I noticed how quiet and peaceful the environment was. The dim light feel also adds to the authentic Italian...

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Kathleen
28.08.2024 - 05:28

Food and service were both so good!! Our waiter was very sweet and attentive, and the lobster tagliatelle and paccheri alla genovese were fresh and delicious. I...

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Ashka
28.08.2024 - 05:28

Walked in for dinner during restaurant week. We decided a la carte vs restaurant week didn't make a big difference, so we ended up ordering a la carte. The food...

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Oscar
28.08.2024 - 05:28

Best restaurant week menu i had recently. A lot of good options. I had the peach salad , genovese and sfinci for dessert. All were very good

Int Restaurants
3.9 ★ from 1298 reviews
Jon
07.08.2023 - 10:21

All around an amazing experience. After a managerial shakeup Pastai is back in its original hands with a new seasonal menu that includes old favourites and a co...

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Aia
07.08.2023 - 10:21

Such amazing food with amazing service, they truly care that you have a good experience and only use the best ingredients to make such good food, no matter how...

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Kristy
07.08.2023 - 10:21

The best steak pasta I can’t never stop coming here !

Lisa
07.08.2023 - 10:21

Everything was perfect! Refreshing watermelon cocktail, tasty fried olive appetizer and fresh pasta with short ribs were all yummy. Very attentive servers as we...

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Rami
07.08.2023 - 10:21

I had the most amazing brunch ever. I had the Torchio Alla Genoese served with a slow cooked 8h braised, sweet onions and grass fed flank rage. Just mesmerizing...

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Aggregated
3.2 ★ from 10 reviews
Heather
15.09.2023 - 13:04

Stumbled upon this quaint little resturant last night! I loved the small, cozy vibe inside along with the wide selection of food on the menu. The staff were att...

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Lizeth
15.09.2023 - 13:04

A great Lil Italian restaurant that makes amazing dishes well worth every morsel.

Dereck
15.09.2023 - 13:04

Very disappointed. I was given the restaurant week menu which was a $60 per person not bad but I’m wanted to order from regular menu. The server said I can orde...

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Jenna
15.09.2023 - 13:04

Unfortunately, I did not have a good experience here the other night. The atmosphere is very cute and cozy, I loved the ambiance but the food let me down. As so...

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Dave
15.09.2023 - 13:04

6/28/22 after roaming around for a meal that would satisfy my craving... I chose Pastai, I've eaten here some time ago so I figured why not. I had the bucatini...

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Sirved
3.0 ★ from 3 reviews
Flo
29.12.2023 - 02:01

I had the paccheri alla genovese per the recommendation of the waiter. the pasta tasted homemade and had great texture. the sauce was flavorful and most importa...

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Flo
29.12.2023 - 02:01

Absolutely lovely, chewy, fresh egg pasta. my sauce was perfectly balanced, delicate. It was not overly meaty or overly creamy. I reccomend the Reginette, so cu...

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Flo
29.12.2023 - 02:01

Unfortunately, I did not have a good experience here the other night. The atmosphere is very cute and cozy, I loved the ambiance but the food let me down. As so...

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Opentable
4.4 ★ from 152 reviews
Restaurantji
4.0 ★ from 218 reviews

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