Where is the best pasta in Boston?

Based on diner recommendations, the best pasta in Boston is at Pammy's. We compared 13 restaurants serving pasta.

How much does pasta cost in Boston?

Pasta prices in Boston range from $12.00 to $138.00 across 13 restaurants.

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Best Pasta in Boston

13 restaurants compared

Price range: $12.00 – $138.00

Avg recommendation: 85%

Top 5 Pasta in Boston (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 13 restaurants:

Pammy's, $26.00 (Cambridge)
Coppa, $16.00 (South End)
Bar Mezzana, $18.00 (South End)
Bricco — 92% recommended, $32.00 (North End)
TABLE — 90% recommended, $138.00 (North End)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 13 Restaurants Compared

Pammy's

Cambridge·$$$

Lumache

$26.00

Snail-shaped pasta with a savory, spiced sauce.

Tip: This dish is a good indicator of the kitchen's current approach — unique preparations and bold flavors. If you like this, you'll likely enjoy the rest of the tasting menu.

Coppa

South End·$$

Cavatelli with Chicken Sausage

$16.00

Handmade cavatelli pasta with house-made chicken sausage.

Tip: This pairs beautifully with any of Coppa's natural red wines — ask for a wine recommendation when you order.

Bar Mezzana

South End·$$$

Orecchiette with Sausage

$18.00

House-made orecchiette pasta with Italian sausage and seasonal vegetables.

Tip: Order this as a main after sharing the crudo tasting. It provides a warm, satisfying follow-up without being overly heavy.

#492% recommend

Bricco

North End·$$$

Wild Boar Pappardelle

$32.00

Wide ribbon pasta with slow-cooked wild boar ragù and Parmigiano shavings.

Tip: Pair this with a Barolo or similar Italian red wine from their list — the wine list at Bricco is one of the best in the North End.

#590% recommend

TABLE

North End·$$$

House-Made Pasta

$138.00

Seasonal fresh pasta prepared daily, changing based on availability and Chef Royle's inspiration.

Tip: The pasta course is always excellent but varies by season — if you're a return visitor, you'll notice the difference.

#688% recommend

Carmelina's

North End·$$

Carbonara

$24.00

Classic Roman pasta with guanciale, egg, and pecorino — made with a light hand.

Tip: The carbonara is a showcase of technique — if you understand carbonara, you'll appreciate what they're doing here.

#786% recommend

Carmelina's

North End·$$

Frutti di Mare

$35.00

Mixed seafood pasta with clams, mussels, shrimp, and calamari in white wine sauce.

Tip: This is an excellent option if you want seafood but not just lobster — the variety of shellfish in one plate is what makes it special.

#885% recommend

Trattoria Il Panino

North End·$$

Pappardelle Bolognese

$25.00

Wide hand-rolled ribbon pasta with slow-cooked beef ragù.

Tip: Pair this with a dry red wine — the richness of the ragù demands it. Trattoria has a solid wine list.

#985% recommend

Lucia Ristorante

North End·$$$

Pappardelle Bolognese

$28.00

Hand-rolled wide ribbon pasta with slow-cooked beef ragù.

Tip: The portions are massive — one pasta course can easily be split between two people as a starter, or eaten as a full meal.

#1083% recommend

Lucia Ristorante

North End·$$$

Lasagna Bolognese

$26.00

Layered pasta with slow-cooked beef ragù and béchamel, baked until golden.

Tip: Order the lasagna for sharing if you have a group — the portion is large and the flavor is deep enough to be worth stretching across the table.

#1182% recommend

Buttermilk & Bourbon

Back Bay·$$

Baked Mac and Cheese with Jalapeño Cheddar and Crispy Bacon

$12.00

Creamy mac and cheese with jalapeño cheddar cheese and crispy bacon pieces, baked until golden.

Tip: Order this as a side or shareable starter — better than most entrees at other restaurants.

#1282% recommend

Carmelina's

North End·$$

Sunday Macaroni

$38.00

Baked macaroni dish with meat ragù, a house specialty passed down through family recipes.

Tip: Order this for a family-style meal — the portion is massive and it's meant to be shared. It pairs well with the seafood pastas.

#1378% recommend

Lucia Ristorante

North End·$$$

Ammazzafame (House Specialty)

$27.00

Abruzzo regional specialty — a thick pasta preparation that translates to 'hunger killer.'

Tip: This is what regulars order — it's the most authentic Abruzzo dish on the menu and not as well-known as the veal.