Pasta Garage Italian Cafe

Pasta Garage is an absolute gem in Lexington! From the moment I walked in, the cozy, welcoming vibe set the tone for a fantastic meal. Their pasta is clearly made with care and attention, and you can taste the freshness in every bite.The staff was super friendly and helpful, making great recommendations and ensuring we had everything we needed. The portions were generous, and the prices were very reasonable for the quality of food.

Y'all been sleeping on this!!!Before tonight we had never even heard about Pasta Garage, so we figured we'd give it a shot. Did not disappoint!!The stuffed gnocchi was decadent and luxurious in the Pesto Alfredo with crispy pancetta and mushrooms. And the ability to build your own bowl from the noodle up means the flavor potential is endless. The venue is cool - lots of great art and a chill vibe. Its low price point makes it popular with the undergrads, so if you can tolerate obnoxious hormonal YA's talking loudly about their exploits (so gross) then dining in is cozy! Tho I'm pretty sure it'll be take out for us next time lol

This is my favorite place to eat in Lexington! It is casual, comfortable, and consistently delicious! You order at the counter and are given a buzzer. When your food is ready, you pick them up from a window. Servers will not check on you at your table and that's ok! They do appreciate you cleaning up your dishes after you eat. I'm telling you, it's all so good! My chicken piccata was loaded with flavor! I can't wait to go back!

This place is a must try if you like homemade fresh pasta and sauces. I would recemmend this place, the staff were helpful and friendly. This places offers the absolute some of the best lasagna , the smell is overwhelming when you walk in . This places even serves in bamboo bowls.Growing up in a German and Italian household this place was welcoming and felt like home. You will not find fresher Italian food in the state of Kentucky. My wife and I will Frid all being coming back.

I found the Pasta Garage Italian Cafe through a video I saw on TikTok. The person who posted it mentioned how the pasta was made fresh and how delicious it was, so while in Lexington, I had to give it a try.Upon entry, it smelled really good, and you could see the antique pasta machines. The menu is simple, and they provide suggestions. I ordered the Cheese Bread with both marinara and garlic sauce. For my entree, I ordered the Chicken Parmigiana, and my son ordered the Lasagna. At the drink station, I noticed their sweet tea was labeled "Bluegrass Breeze," which caught my eye. It was delicious; I must have had six glasses of it. The Cheese Bread with marinara and garlic sauce was a 10 out of 10. It was cheesy, fresh from the oven, and packed with flavor. Both the marinara and garlic sauces were equally delicious, but I favored the garlic sauce a little more. My Chicken Parmigiana was also cooked to perfection. The portion size was perfect. The pasta was homemade, and wow, what a difference in taste from regular pasta. I ended up using the rest of the marinara (from the cheese bread) on the pasta since there wasn't much left after the chicken was gone. The breadstick they served on the side was also really good. My son really liked the lasagna as well. For dessert, we had the cannoli. It was cooked perfectly and looked delicious. I'd give the cannoli a 7 out of 10 since it was good but not great. The staff were also very friendly and helpful with providing suggestions and answering our questions. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'm glad we went to the Pasta Garage Italian Cafe. I'll be back when I come to Lexington to visit my son.

Went on a Sunday around 4pm and it wasn't busy yet.Lovely ambiance and we were able to order quickly (fast casual so you ordered at the front). We ordered the caprese gnocchi, which came out fast but overall wasn't as hot as I would like so maybe it sat in the window. We also ordered entrees and I was super excited for the fettuccine florentine since it has all my favorite things. I lovedThe crusty bread but the pasta itself needed salt and I didn't find the pancetta until the very end since it was under all the pasta. The extra fried chicken I added was also missing salt so I wanted to like it but it was maybe slightly overcooked and underseasoned. The portion was a good size though.We ordered snickerdoodle gelato, butterscotch ripple gelato, and cannolis to go. The cookie pieces in the snickerdoodle gelato were the tastiest part of all the desserts. Overall I think there are better options in town for Italian. Might return, might not.

This place is cool, quaint, and the food is amazing! It is a deli-style cook to order pasta restaurant with a unique build-your-own pasta option. My wife and I both built our own and both loved our food. It cost $32 for both of us. They also have great italian deserts.Expect to spend about $12-15/person. There is ample parking in the front. I am already planning to go back for more!

I went to Pasta Garage with coworkers last month after hearing lots of good things. I will be back to try again, but I didn't love the food like I hoped I would. I got the shrimp scampi (which was a summer special) and the menu listed all of the ingredients, but neglected to mention how many onions would be in the dish. I know things like onions and garlic may not always be included in an ingredient list because of how commonly they are used, but the amount of onions I picked out was overwhelming. I didn't take all of them out, but my plate was still 1/3 full of onions. Next time, I'll be sure to inquire about ALL of the ingredients.

This place was great. It took a while to get our food because they were very busy, but it was worth the wait. Prices were very reasonable. Gluten free and vegan options were a big plus for us!

This restaurant is excellent. The staff were kind and patient and kindly answered questions about the entrées, ingredients, etc.. The food was fresh, and delicious. The bread was very good. (I recommend ordering an extra bread stick with your meal if you like bread). They offer a decent selection of wine as well. It reminded me more of a casual dining experience in Europe than in the US. It is a bit cozy, but not too small.I highly recommend this place and will certainly be back the next time I'm in Lexington.