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The Best Pasta in New York
Babbo Ristorante e Enoteca is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

1. Babbo Ristorante e Enoteca

8.7
110 Waverly Pl (btwn MacDougal Alley & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 273 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Reservations are a must at our favorite Mario Batali restaurant. Once you get a table have the Tripe “Alla Parmigiana”, Beef Cheek Ravioli and then ‘Brasato Al Barolo.”

Marea is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

2. Marea

9.3
240 Central Park S (at 59th St & Broadway), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Theater District · 356 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Stunning setting for this great seafood themed restaurant right on Central Park South. Our picks? The octopus fusilli, dover sole or veal ravioli are all delicious

Osteria Morini is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

3. Osteria Morini

218 Lafayette St (btwn Kenmare & Spring St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · SoHo · 301 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Michael White does it again! This spot isn't nearly as expensive as his other upscale restaurants, but the pasta is exceptional. Must order dishes: the lamb crostini, cappelletti, & any of the gelati.

L'Apicio is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

4. L'Apicio

13 E 1st St (btwn Bowery & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · East Village · 119 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: From the chef behind Dell'Anima, you're sure to have a great meal here - whether it's the lamb shank hash for brunch, or any of the fresh pastas for dinner. Try to snag an outside table if possible!

al di là is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

5. al di là

8.8
248 5th Ave (at Carroll St), Brooklyn, NY
Italian Restaurant · North Slope · 200 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Get here early to avoid a long wait for a table, no reservations! Start with the Trippa Alla Toscana, move on to the Tortelli Di Zucca Burro E Salvia, then the Braised Rabbit and finish with gelato.

Maialino is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

6. Maialino

2 Lexington Ave (at Gramercy Park N), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Gramercy Park · 460 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Come here anytime, but Brunch is spectacular. Start with the Uova al Contadino and the Salumi Misti. Don’t fill up and have some pastries too…Brioche Caramellato.

Del Posto is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

7. Del Posto

85 10th Ave (at W 16th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Chelsea · 277 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The Prix Fixe Lunch menu for $39 is an amazing deal. Try the Lobster Salad, the Gnocchi and the Chocolate Ricotta Tortino.

Locanda Verde is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

8. Locanda Verde

9.1
377 Greenwich St (at N Moore St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Tribeca · 507 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Be prepared to wait in line for Brunch and during the weekends. Try and make reservations so you can dine on delicious Scampi & Grits and Sheep’s Milk Ricotta.

Barbuto is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

9. Barbuto

8.4
113 Horatio St (btwn Jane St & 12th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 334 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Awesome seasonal Italian food from Jonathan Waxman – one of our favorite chefs. Try the gnocchi, the chicken (of course), any of the seafood and the budino al cioccolato.

Il Mulino New York is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

10. Il Mulino New York

8.4
86 W 3rd St (btwn Sullivan & Thompson St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 62 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Great food, service and ambiance with lots of free starters. Try the on-the-bone Veal Parmigiana - it's the best you'll probably ever have and totally worth the high price tag.

Esca is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

11. Esca

402 W 43rd St (at Ninth Ave), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 106 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Come here for a superb pre-theater dinner. Start with the Crudo Tasting followed by the Spaghetti Neri. Or go all out and get the Tasting Menu with the Extra Crudo.

Rosemary's is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

12. Rosemary's

9.0
18 Greenwich Ave (at W 10th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 384 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: There's almost always a wait at this hotspot, so be prepared. Once you snag a table, don't forget to visit the rooftop garden. Amazing for both brunch and dinner - everything is super fresh!

Eataly Flatiron is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

13. Eataly Flatiron

9.2
200 5th Ave (at W 23rd St), New York, NY
Gourmet Store · 1478 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Go right when they open to avoid the crowds and get the best selection. Otherwise, you’ll be forced to wait in line outside.

Scarpetta is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

14. Scarpetta

8.5
88 Madison Ave (at 29th Street), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · NoMad · 273 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Warm and enticing Italian restaurant. Try the Mozzarella In Carrozza followed by the Short Rib Agnolotti or the Duck & Foie Gras Ravioli. Try not to fill up on the delicious bread basket.

15. Perla Cafe

234 W 4th St (West 10th st), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 154 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The real stars of the show here are the pastas, particularly the agnolotti and pappardelle.

Lupa is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

16. Lupa

8.3
170 Thompson St (btwn Bleecker & W Houston St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 232 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: If it's Batali, you know it's going to be great. We live for the gnocchi here.

L'Artusi is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

17. L'Artusi

9.4
228 W 10th St (btwn Bleecker & Hudson St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 397 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: One of our favorite places to come for fresh, consistently great pasta. Our favorites are the orecchiette and the gnocchi.

I Sodi is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

18. I Sodi

8.7
105 Christopher St (at Bleecker St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 97 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Our favorite place to come for solid Cacio e Pepe. It's a simple dish, but they really know how to do it right here.

Blanca is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

19. Blanca

8.9
261 Moore St, Brooklyn, NY
New American Restaurant · East Williamsburg · 40 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Open to only 12 diners per night, this spot is extremely difficult to get into. Once you snag a reservation, you'll be rewarded with an incredible 20+ course tasting menu. The pastas are all divine.

SD26 is one of The Best Pasta in New York.

20. SD26

19 E 26th St (btwn Madison and 5th Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · NoMad · 93 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The Uovo in Raviolo is to die for! We love the atmosphere here, and the fact that the wine list is on an iPad.