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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
A Touch of Italy
630 Delaware Avenue
Tonawanda New York 14150 • $$$
North Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Touch of Italy Restaurant and Pizzeria is a dynamic dining destination in the heart of Tonawanda. Whether dining solo or celebrating with a group, Touch
Amici Ristorante
2516 Elmwood Ave
Buffalo New York 14217 • $$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
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
Andiamo Takeout Bistro
545 W Klein Rd
Getzville New York 14221 • $$
Andiamo Bistro is an Authentic Italian Bistro specializing in fresh pasta, gourmet pizza, and Catering. Everything is made fresh to order and exactly like
Bobby J’s Italian American Grille
204 Como Park Blvd
Cheektowaga New York 14227 • $$
Bobby J's Italian American Grille is a family owned and operated establishment. We specialize in lunches, dinners, dine in, take out, bar, and banquets.
Campobello’s Cucina Italiana
9334 Transit Rd
East Amherst New York 14051 • $$
North Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Twenty years of service in the same East Amherst neighborhood has established Campobello's Cucina Italiana as a family favorite. Our generous portions
Carmelo’s Restaurant
425 Center Street
Lewiston New York 14092 • $$$
Niagara County
Casual / Full Table Service
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
Carmine’s
9430 Transit Rd
East Amherst New York 14051 • $$
Carmine's is known for 'the tastiest meal this side of Palermo,' offering veal, chicken, seafood and pasta. Carmine's has been servicing the greater
Carte Blanche
61 Buffalo St
Hamburg New York 14075 • $$$
South Towns
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
Casa Antica
490 Center St
Lewiston New York 14092 • $$
Buffalo
We we are a family-run Italian restaurant on Center Street in Historic Lewiston, we pride ourselves on our warm welcoming atmosphere and authentic homemade
Chef’s
291 Seneca St.
Buffalo New York 14202 • $$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
Family Italian restaurant with a new kitchen serving homemade Italian sausage, Italian hamburgers, breads, and their homemade sauce.
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Cipollina
6 Clinton St
Akron New York 14001 • $$
Buffalo
Cipollina Rustic Italian Kitchen is the newest endeavor by Laurie Bordonaro Mozee (owner of Guy's Subs) and Chef Jerry Clementi (former owner of Cafe Aroma
Cugino’s Italian Restaurant
6011 Main St.
Williamsville New York 14221 • $$$
North Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
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
daniela.
387, Forest Avenue, Elmwood Village
Buffalo New York 14213 • $$
Buffalo
Walking into daniela., you have two options: full service at the bar or counter service. If you choose counter service, you place your order and get a
Fanara’s Restaurant
3347 Delaware Ave
Buffalo New York 14217 • $$$
North Buffalo
Fine Dining
A Word from Fanara's Restaurant Our menu selections will delight the eye and the palette. Dinner and special events available.
Forno Napoli
1280 Sweet Home Rd
Getzville New York 14228 • $$
North Towns
OUR STORY We came from a large second generation Italian family. Our grandparents, Felice $ Louisa, came from a small town outside of Naples and immigrated
Fortuna’s Restaurant
827 19th St
Buffalo New York 14305 • $$
Niagara County
Casual / Full Table Service
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
Frankie Primo’s +39
51 W Chippewa St
Buffalo New York 14202 • $$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
A Word from Frankie Primos +39 What's in a name? In this case, the name says it all. Frankie Primo's +39. This restaurant is about family, Frankie Primo's,
Franks Sunny Italy
2491 Delaware Ave.
Buffalo New York 14202 • $
North Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
Website says: Located in the heart of North Buffalo, Frank's Sunny Italy restaurant has been a mainstay of Italian cuisine for over 25 years!ï¾ You'll
Giacobbi’s Cucina Citta
59 Allen St
Buffalo New York 14202 • $$$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
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.
Giancarlo’s Sicilian Steakhouse
5110 Main St
Williamsville New York 14221 • $$$
North Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Giancarlo's is Western New York's premier spot for fine dining, meetings, private parties, and offsite catering.[separator type='space'] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1RX4jZtPiA
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Hearth + Press
665 Main St
Buffalo New York 14203 • $$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service, Fast Casual
Imagine, if you will, living in a city situated along the Mediterranean Sea. Your weekday mornings are highlighted by walking into a cafe on the way
Ilio Di Paolo’s
3785 South Park Ave
Blasdell New York 14219 • $$
South Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Dine in the ambience of Tuscany with hand-painted murals of Ilio s hometown of Introdacqua, Italy and decor that celebrates his pro wrestling career, as
Inizio Buffalo
534, Elmwood Avenue, Allentown
Buffalo New York 14222 • $$
Buffalo
Chef Michael Gibney cooks new world Italian dishes
JT’s Urban Italian
905 Elmwood Ave
Buffalo New York 14222 • $$$$
Buffalo
From the people that bring you 800 Maple and Siena, this stylish Elmwood Village urban Italian restaurant with a seasonal menu is a hit. The bar scene
Julie’s Pizzeria $ Restaurant
12 East Main Street
Buffalo New York 14141 • $
South Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Julie's is a product of the Collesano family, which immigrated to the New York area in the early 1900's. Julie's was established in 1977 and has been a
L’Isola d’Oro
4690 Camp Rd.
Buffalo New York 14075 • $
South Towns
Closed Website says: Serving WNY for Over 15 years. We offer a family friendly atmosphere combined with an Italian feel. NOT all photos necessarily
La Bella Sicilia Restaurant $ Pizzeria
2909 Genesee Street
Buffalo New York 14225 • $
Cheektowaga & East
Casual / Full Table Service
La Bella Sicilia s Restaurant is a restaurant where the natural flavors of quality ingredients are used for the Italian disk- Unlike anywhere else. We
La Costa Verde
5790 Transit Rd.
Buffalo New York 14043 • $
Cheektowaga & East
Casual / Full Table Service
5790 Transit Rd. Depew NY 14043 (716) 685-0005 Seven days 11:00am - 9:00 pm
Las Puertas
385 Rhode Island St
Buffalo New York 14213 • $$$
Buffalo
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
Lebro’s
330 Cambell Blvd
Buffalo New York 14068 • $$
North Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Lebro s dishes are served to satisfy. That means we don t skimp on the preparation or the delicious ingredients that ensure your order tastes even better
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Left Bank
511 Rhode Island St.
Buffalo New York 14202 • $$$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
Cool spot with a nice bar, fine wine list and excellent food, all of which brings in the large crowds- reservations suggested.
Linguine’s Italian Restaurant
5380 Genesee St
Bowmansville New York 14026 • $$
Virtual - Online Only
We Pride ourselves on being a word of mouth Restaurant.
Lombardo Ristorante
1198 Hertel Ave
Buffalo New York 14202 • $$$
North Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service, Fine Dining
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
Lucia’s on the Lake
4151 Lakeshore Rd
Hamburg New York 14075 • $$
South Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
SOB Says About Lucia's on the Lake: Looking for a solid choice with a casual atmosphere, some bar crowd, a good view and good food then Lucia's on the
Major Tom’s Drop Zone
5842 Camp Rd, Hamburg, NY, United States
Hamburg New York 14075 • $$
South Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
WWII themed Italian restaurant. Home of the platoon-sized lasagna, howitzer (homemade jumbo manicotti), 40mm Buffalo shells, chicken undercover, and boneyard
Mangia Ristorante
4264 N Buffalo Rd
Orchard Park New York 14127 • $$$
South Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Mangia is located in the heart of Orchard Park the atmosphere is casual yet sophisticate and warming with a great bar area. No matter what language you
MARBLE + RYE
112 Genesee St
Buffalo New York 14203 • $$$
Buffalo
This is quality, 'honest' food served in a pleasant, casual atmosphere. The concise menu covers all the right bases and preparation is unpretentious. The
Marco’s on Niagara
1085 Niagara St
Buffalo New York 14202 • $$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
'In 1988, Marco Sciortino purchased the building from Andy and Joe Darone. Since then, Marco has been the owner and chef of Marco s Restaurant, and has
Michael’s Restaurant
3011 Pine Ave
Niagara Falls New York 14301 • $$
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.
Molinaro’s Ristorante, NY Pizzeria $ Caffe.
90 Walnut St.
Buffalo New York 14094 • $$
Niagara County
Casual / Full Table Service
As far back as I can remember, every Sunday we would go to my Nonna Molinaro's house for spaghetti and meatballs. I know you will enjoy them as much as
Mulberry Italian Ristorante
64 Jackson Ave.
Lackawanna New York 14218 • $$
South Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
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
Oliver’s Restaurant
2095 Delaware Ave.
Buffalo New York 14202 • $$$
North Buffalo
Fine Dining
Step Out's 2 cents: One of the finest restaurants in Buffalo, Oliver's Restaurant is fine dining in the 'Old School' tradition. This gem has been turning
Orazio’s by Zarcone
9415 Main Street
Buffalo New York 14031 • $$$
North Towns
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
Osteria 166
166 Franklin Street
Buffalo New York 14202 • $$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
A Casual Italian Eatery and Pub Situated at the heart of the beautiful downtown city of Buffalo, New York. Osteria 166 offers some of the unique and
Otto’s
3972 Union Rd
Buffalo New York 14225 • $$
Cheektowaga & East
Casual / Full Table Service
Panaro’s
571 Delaware
Buffalo New York 14201 • $
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
Website says: Panaro s is a small family owned Italian restaurant offering delicious homemade lunch, Monday thru Friday from 11am-3pm. From our homemade
Pasquale’s West Seneca
242 Main Street
Buffalo New York 14052 • $$
South Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Pasquale's has proudly been serving fine Italian food for dining and takeout in WNY since 1975. We continue to grow, now featuring locations in Derby,
Picasso’s Pizza – Blasdell
4154, McKinley Parkway, Big Tree
Erie County New York 14219 • $
South Towns
We are the real Picasso's Pizza. Western New York's Premier Pizzeria.
Poppyseed
3670 McKinley Pkwy
Buffalo New York 14219 • $
South Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Since 2000 identical twins Sherry and Shelly Biscaro with longtime friend Marina Ciesla have been cooking up some delicious food at the Poppyseed Restaurant.
Raphael’s
4572, Clark Street
Hamburg New York 14075 • $$
South Towns
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
Ripa’s Restaurant
4218 Walden Avenue
Lancaster New York 14086 • $$
Cheektowaga & East
Casual / Full Table Service
Ripa's Restaurant has been welcoming friends and neighbors for over 50 years.ï¾ Ray and Ennio continue to reflect the Ripa family tradition of bringing
Rocco’s Wood Fired Pizzas
5433 Transit Rd
Clarence New York 14221 • $$
North Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
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
Romeo & Juliet’s Cafe – Tonawanda
2512 Sheridan Dr.
Tonawanda New York 14150 • $$
North Towns
Romeo and Juliet s Cafe brings the culture and exquisite tastes of Italy to Buffalo. Ever since we opened in 1998, we have offered a variety of freshly
Roost
1502 Niagara St
Buffalo New York 14213 • $$$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
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,
Royal Family Restaurant
1320 Sheridan Dr
Buffalo New York 14217 • $$
We are a Greek Restaurant serving Kenmore and all the surrounding areas. It does not matter if you are by yourself or if you have a large party. Haralambos
San Marco
2082 Kensington Ave
Snyder New York 14226 • $$$$
North Towns
Fine Dining
For more than 30 years Owners/Chefs Frank and Nancy Grimaldi have delighted guests from Western New York and around the world with the wonderful flavors
Sinatra’s
945 Kenmore Ave
Buffalo New York 14223 • $$$
North Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
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
Tappo
338 Ellicott St
Buffalo New York 14203 • $$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
Tappo, Italian for cork, is proud to welcome our guests to downtown Buffalo to enjoy great American Italian cuisine, wines in an urban chic atmosphere. See
The Italian Village
6354 Transit Rd
Buffalo New York 14043 • $$
Casual / Full Table Service
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.
Trattoria Aroma on Bryant
307 Bryant Street
Buffalo New York 14222 • $$$
Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service, Fine Dining
SOB Says About Aroma on Bryant: I'll just come right out and say it, Trattoria Aroma is one of our favorite spots in the city. The food is consistently
Villaggio
7 Monroe St
Ellicottville New York 14731 • $$
Southern Tier
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,
Zambistro Restaurant
408 Main St
Medina New York 14103 • $$
Niagara County
Fine Dining
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
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