Pasta Jay's
Pasta Jay's
with housemade croutons
fresh baby arugula, grape tomatoes, drizzled with blood orange balsamic glaze
a thin crust, small pizza baked with extra virgin olive oil, garlic and freshly grated parmigiano cheese, topped with a fresh Caesar salad
fresh mozzarella, roma tomatoes, basil and capers, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a balsamic reduction
pecans, tomatoes and gorgonzola, with a housemade balsamic vinaigrette
with housemade croutons
served with provolone and mozzarella cheese, roasted bell peppers, artichoke hearts, garbanzo beans, black olives, onions, tomatoes and pepperoncinis, anchovies upon request
our Veggie Salad, with mortadella ham, cotto salami, capicolla ham and wine-cured salami, anchovies upon request
with Pancetta and Fresh Grated Parmesan
baked in marinara and fresh basil served with a side of flat bread
served with a side of flat bread
(seasonal) served in a pesto wine sauce
marinara, alfredo and pesto
topped with provolone and baked
topped with provolone and baked
artichoke hearts and mushrooms sautéed in a fresh tomato and sweet basil cream sauce, served over a bed of fettuccine
fettuccine with meatballs and whole mushrooms baked in a marsala cream sauce
linguine baked in a tomato cream sauce with crumbled sausage, topped with freshly grated parmigiano cheese
chicken and broccoli sautéed with alfredo sauce and served over fettuccine
vodka cream sauce tossed with ground sirloin and pancetta
sun-dried tomatoes and shrimp simmered in a gorgonzola cream sauce, served over linguine
cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers and garlic sautéed in extra virgin olive oil with fresh basil, served over linguine
spicy tomato cream sauce with crumbled sausage, served over linguine
pasta of the day tossed with olive oil, garlic, pancetta, fresh baby arugula, buffalo mozzarella and cherry tomatoes
fresh pasta sheets stuffed with basil, spinach and ricotta cheese baked in our world famous marinara sauce
fresh eggplant breaded, sautéed and baked in our famous marinara, topped with mozzarella and served with a side of pasta of the day
tender breast of chicken cutlet, lightly breaded and baked in alfredo sauce, served over a bed of fettuccine
giant pasta shells stuffed with basil, spinach, ricotta cheese and spiced ground beef baked in marinara sauce
tender breast of chicken cutlet lightly breaded, topped with mozzarella and baked in marinara sauce, served with a side of pasta of the day
tender breast of chicken cutlet lightly breaded, and baked in marsala sauce with whole mushrooms and roasted red peppers, served with a side of pasta of the day
housemade pasta pillows stuffed with cheese and baked in alfredo sauce
chicken breast stuffed with Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, provolone cheese and mushrooms, baked in a fresh tomato and sweet basil sauce, with a side of pasta
fresh pasta sheets stuffed with ricotta cheese, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts, topped with mozzarella and baked in marinara sauce
choose three from the following: Manicotti, Tortellone, Jumbo Shells, Gnocchi, Rigatoni, Ravioli, Chicken Parmigiana or Eggplant Parmigiana, topped with mozzarella and baked in marinara
housemade pasta pillows stuffed with cheese and baked in our marinara sauce
tubular pasta baked in our Italian meat sauce then topped with mozzarella a classic Italian comfort food
housemade plump Italian red potato dumplings baked in our tomato cream sauce and topped with mozzarella cheese
housemade buffalo ravioli baked in a marsala cream sauce with whole mushrooms
housemade ravioli baked with chicken breast in a fresh tomato sweet basil cream sauce
chicken and tortellone baked in a pesto cream sauce
tortellone with crumbled sausage and fresh baby spinach, baked in a tomato cream sauce
traditional Italian dish filled with cheese
Anaheim green chili and ricotta cheese stuffed ravioli, baked in alfredo
a parmigiano encrusted salmon baked in our sweet basil cream sauce over a bed of spinach and arugula
classic
with broccoli, chicken and pancetta
tomatoes, fresh basil, roasted garlic with mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce
fresh baby arugula, roma tomatoes and gorgonzola
alfredo sauce, capicolla ham and pineapple
crumbled italian sausage and roasted red bell peppers (anchovies upon request)
pepperoni, onions, mushrooms, green peppers, black olives, sausage and salami (anchovies upon request)
green peppers, mushrooms, onions and black olives
pesto, pepperoni and meatballs
alfredo sauce, chicken, fresh baby spinach and black olives
sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts and mozzarella
shrimp (or chicken), pesto, red onions and gorgonzola
four cheese pizza, with mozzarella, ricotta, gorgonzola and freshly grated parmigiano, topped with fresh basil
marinara, mozzarella and spaghetti
fresh buffalo mozzarella, ground sirloin, roasted red peppers, red onions
spaghetti with meat sauce or marinara
thinly sliced eggplant, lightly breaded, stuffed with ricotta cheese and spinach, baked in a fresh tomato and sweet basil sauce, served with a side of pasta
spaghetti baked in alfredo sauce with broccoli and pancetta, topped with an egg
shrimp and mussels sauteed in our signature specialty white clam sauce served over a bed of linguine
our famous jumbo shells stuffed with shrimp and scallops baked in our specialty white clam sauce
fresh pasta sheets stuffed with ricotta cheese, spinach, shrimp and scallops, topped with mozzarella and baked in our specialty red clam sauce
pancetta wrapped chicken stuffed with broccoli, and artichoke hearts, baked in alfredo sauce, served over a bed of pasta
Housemade Specialty Sangria Ask about our rotating flavors
House Chardonnay
A delicious, refreshing Northern Italian Pinot Grigio.
Tangy and refreshing with grapefruit and grassy notes.
Balanced flavors of green apple, citrus and melon with a creamy finish and aromas of honeysuckle and lemon.
Aromas of vanilla, melon and mango layered with apricot, crème brulee, butter and a slight minerality. Flavors of peach,pie crust and baking spices.
Crisp apple aromas and flavors with subtle mineral notes.
A refreshing rose blend of Grenache and Syrah, light & fruity.
Hints of hawthorn, wisteria and elder. Clean notes of apples, peaches with a lingering fruit finish.
Frizzante with a fresh and fragrant bouquet of peaches and apricots.
House Chianti
Fruity aromas of strawberry, fruit, mocha and vanilla, along with toasty oak notes.
Elegant and delicious, bursting with aromas of bing cherries, dates and spice.
Aging in both French and American oak adds to the complexity with hints of campfire smoke and vanilla undertones with flavors of blackberry and dark cherry fruit.
An easy drinking Malbec with hints of raspberries, plums and a hint or earthiness.
Medium bodied with berry and red plum highlights, smooth tannins and a pleasant finish.
Juicy blackberries meet delicate vanilla and toasty oak.
A classic big, rich, dark fruit cabernet with velvety smooth tannins.
Dry, Aromatic & full bodied with dark fruits & hints of mountain flowers.
A Medium bodied and easy drinking red from central Italy.
Full bodied with a velvety texture, abundantly aromatic with notes of violets, berries, and cherries. One of Jay's favorites!
Sparkling "Italian Champagne"
Premium Prosecco from the Veneto region of Italy. Dry, fruity and very refreshing - A Salute (Cheers)! Toscana
Fruity & savory highlights of eucalyptus, thyme & tobacco & black cherry.
A blend of merlot, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc & petit verdot. A big, bold & juicy Italian red.
Dark Cherry, sage, thyme give way to a long and satisfying finish
Strawberries & hints of orange rind, red licorice with light floral notes.
Elegant & fresh with strawberry, tar & hazelnut aromas & flavors. Medium body, fine tannins & a fresh finish.
Medium to full bbodies with Explosive & complex dark fruits & fall spices.
Full, concentrated & packed with black fruit preserves & savory layers. From the to kalon, missouri hopper, dr. crane, & stagecoach vineyards.
Bursting with aromas of apricots, honey, & candied orange peel.
Milagro Silver, Cointreau, fresh lime, agave, orange, salt.
Aperol, prosecco, club soda, lemon twist.
Limoncello, Ketel One Citroen, simple syrup, sugar rim.
Vodka, tequila, or whiskey, ginger beer, fresh lime.
Bulleit Rye, Aperol, Maraschino liqueur, Carpano Antica sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters.
Gin, prosecco, Campari, lemon simple syrup.
St. Germain, gin, seasonal fruit.
Ketel One Citroen, St. Germain, cranberry, fresh lime.
Whiskeysmith Co. Salted Caramel Whiskey, Bailey's Irish Cream, espresso, vodka, Angostura bitters.
Gin, Luxardo Bitter, Vermouth.
(Gluten Free)
(Gluten Free)
Ask your server about our rotating drafts 6
Vanilla Ice Cream
Florentine
Garlic bread
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Nadia B.
Feb 3, 2025
My mom and I wanted a ~festive~ meal to cap off our day of holiday shopping in Boulder, and Pasta Jay's turned out to be the perfect choice! With red tablecloths and Christmas decorations, it offered exactly the cozy and cheerful vibe we were hoping for.We didn't have a reservation so we had a bit of a wait, but the staff invited us to sit at the bar and enjoy a discounted "welcome drink" (wine or beer), which was a fun way to kick off the meal. About 25 minutes later, we were seated. The waitress was kind and patient as we put off ordering a couple of times.When our plates arrived, they were saucy, cheesy, bready, warm, and delicious--just the way we like our red sauce Italian food. We started with the baked burrata, recommended by our waitress. For our entrees, we chose chicken Parmesan and stuffed shells, both of which were incredibly satisfying. I paired my meal with a Cabernet, which was the perfect touch.By the end of our meal, we were absolutely stuffed, but luckily we had a walk down Pearl Street to get back to our car and work off a little of our indulgence. We really wanted to take home a jar of their sauce, but unfortunately, we forgot. Nonetheless, we told everyone in the family about our wonderful meal and will definitely return on one of our next trips to Boulder.
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Olivia J.
Jan 3, 2025
This is my FAVORITE restaurant since moving to the states- this one takes the cake! The food is just amazing! The pizza base is thin and crispy, the pasta is just wholesome hearty and DELICIOUS!Our waitress was so friendly, quick and helpful! Our drinks were delicious (I had a cocktail).The tables and decor in the restaurant had me feeling like I was in Italy for a couple of hours! Would highly recommend to ANYONE!
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D'Artagnan B.
Nov 16, 2024
Visiting Boulder for a CU football game game, Pasta Jay's was recommended by some friends.If you get the right table near the window you'll get an amazing peekaboo view of the mountains, Awesome!Very friendly and attentive service for this quaint Italian pizza and past joint with reasonable prices and a variety of options.Caesar Salad was okay. The Seafood Stuffed Shells was an amazing special recommended by waitress. The Orgy Pizza was thin traditional crust with fresh toppings and really good as well. Baked Rigatoni was lackluster, a bit over cooked and could have had more cheeses and meat. The gelato from a gelato joint nearby was amazing.Overall we loved it.
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Hannah M.
Sep 4, 2024
Got lucky with parking, so our experience was already off to a great start! Since the restaurant wasn't that busy when we arrived (after the lunch rush,) we were seated right away. I ordered from the lunch menu--chicken piccata--while my dining companions ordered from the specials menu, listed on the chalkboard. Shortly after ordering, the complimentary garlic bread was brought to our table, and it was just as good as the Yelp reviews had said. Although I will say, it could've been a bit less crispy--just a personal preference. When the food arrived, my first impression was that the portions were huge. This is a good thing, so please don't change anything! Presentation was also nice and the aroma was just so heavenly. We absolutely loved our meals, but ended up having to take some food to go. Service was good, but we felt like we were also kind of being ignored by our server once larger parties started filing in. At least we didn't have to flag someone down to pay the tab though. For the quality and quantity, I'd say the cost is very reasonable. Definitely worth another visit.
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Scott L.
Jun 4, 2024
Was it 5 years since my last visit? Nothing has changed except a nice happy hour!Great '50's music, sidewalk cafe, and good service from Kaili!
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anita t.
Oct 17, 2024
We were a party of 13. The waitress was excellent (wish I got her name, blonde and worked the Saturday shift around 1p) and so was the food. We pretty much ordered everything and everyone seemed to really enjoy. Will definitely be back when visiting my son at CU again.
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Lefai K.
May 4, 2024
Pasta Jay's is a good Italian Italian restaurant. They have a lot to offer, including pastas, of course, salad, soups, and pizzas. They have outdoor seating, which is fantastic on a warm spring boulder evening. When we got there, there was no line, which was great, but later on the line started to develop, which I get, as the food here was great. Service was good, and the overall experience good. I had the shrimp giacomo which had linguine, shrimp, sun dry tomatoes, in a delicious creamy sauce. I really enjoyed my dish. The cheese bread that we got as an appetizer was pretty good too. The amount of gooey cheese on the flatbread with parsley was great. The complementary garlic bread was good too. If you're in the Pearl St., Mall area, where there are plenty of restaurants to choose from, and you're in the mood for Italian, definitely check out Jake's pasta
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Emmie M.
Dec 12, 2024
Going to Boulder for school meant eating out at pasta jays a lot because their pasta truly is amazing. Although the restaurant is rather small and cramped, it's very warm and lively inside. Parking can be tough but since it's on Pearl Street, it makes for a great dinner spot so you can walk around before or after and see all the other shops! The first photo is actually from Pasta Jays in Moab but Boulder carries that same dishes. Great service at both spots, everyone is always very friendly. I love raving about Pasta Jays to my friends and family whenever they visit Boulder or Moab!! Some quality pasta dishes.
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Candi R.
Jan 6, 2024
Been here a few times. Never disappoints. The food is flavorful, comes out hot and always looks good. The service is always good. Servers are friendly and helpful. Gets busy so I would suggest reservations if possible. We like to get a side of marinara to dip the bread in. Decent choice of wine and beer. Fun for a family dinner or date night.
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Michael S.
Feb 24, 2025
update: Pasta Jay got bumped up to good by the inspector. Dinner salad with beets and garbanzo beans recommended!
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