Celebrate National Pasta Day on Oct. 17 by indulging in some of the Philly area’s best pasta dishes. From timeless classics to inventive new creations and seasonal specials, local chefs are serving up plates that just might become your new favorites.
A Mano
A Mano has made its mark on Philadelphia’s Italian scene as a destination for fresh, thoughtfully prepared handmade pasta. The BYOB’s highlights from the pasta portion of the seasonal menu include Rigatoni Bolognese with sofrito and whipped ricotta, Cavatelli with broccoli rabe, pecorino, chili, and lemon, and Frutti di Mare, comprised of squid ink lumache with calamari, shrimp, mussels, and ‘nduja.
2244 Fairmount Ave., amanophl.com
Borromini
Borromini is featuring a seasonal dish — Oxtail Mafaldine. Tender, slow-braised oxtail is paired with perfectly ruffled mafaldine pasta in a spiced, slow-cooked ragù rich with deep tomato flavor. Warm, aromatic, and beautifully balanced, this dish brings together comfort and sophistication in every bite. Enjoy it alongside other Borromini Italian classics like Cacio e Pepe and the crowd-favorite Spaghetti al Limone.
1805 Walnut Street, borrominiristorante.com
Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse
Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse at King of Prussia Town Center celebrates the art of handmade pasta with each dish crafted from scratch and made to order — rolled, shaped, and perfected by hand with the finest ingredients. Seasonal highlights like Butternut Squash Caramelle in a Cacio e Pepe sauce and the signature “pillows of heaven” gnocchi bring comfort, flavor, and craftsmanship together in every bite.
200 Main Street Town Center, King of Prussia, davios.com
Dolce Italian
Dolce Italian celebrates National Pasta Day with their new fall menu, featuring pastas like short rib and bone marrow agnolotti, and truffled spinach ricotta ravioli. Dolce is known for their selection of handmade and hand-rolled pasta, using double zero 00 flour for a smooth texture and better elasticity.
1437 Chestnut Street, dolceitalianrestaurant.com
Fond
Fond, a refined contemporary French BYOB, currently features a rich, spice-forward pasta on its seasonal dinner menu. Savor the Lamb Ragout Bucatini crafted with saffron, Calabrian chili, and parmesan, offering a warm, autumn-inspired twist on a classic Italian favorite.
21 N. Providence Road, Wallingford, fondbyob.com
Front Street Cafe
Front Street Cafe, known for its commitment to fresh, farm-to-table ingredients, features two seasonal pasta offerings — Calabresi Fusilli Pesto made with sunflower pesto, butternut squash, fall root vegetables, cherry tomatoes, plant cream, and parmesan; and Truffled Mushroom Lasagna with egg-free pasta, plant-based ricotta and béchamel, and a medley of mushrooms.
1253 N. Front Street, frontstreetcafe.net
Giuseppe & Sons
Giuseppe & Sons serves up Italian traditions with a modern twist. Dishes like Ricotta Tortellini with parmigiano, olive oil, and aged balsamic or Spaghetti and Clams are sure to be new favorites.
1523 Sansom Street, giuseppesons.com
Il Mulino
Il Mulino at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City offers diners the best choice of all — not having to choose. The Flag of Italy dish features all three colors of the Italian flag: green from fluffy gnocchi tossed in a bright, herbaceous pesto; white from impossibly creamy Ravioli ai Porcini; red from savory, hearty Rigatoni alla Bolognese.
1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, ilmulino.com
Leo
Leo, located in the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, features coastal Mediterranean dishes. Ideal for fall is their gnocchi with oyster mushrooms, peas, corn, and parmigiano.
1414 Spruce Street, leo-restaurant.com
Oltremare
Oltremare, a modern Italian restaurant with a focus on refined coastal cuisine, brings the flavors of the Amalfi Coast to its fall dinner menu. Pasta lovers can choose from seasonal offerings such as Handmade Potato Gnocchi with pomodoro and burrata, Spaghetti al Limone with Parmigiano Reggiano and bottarga, and Honeynut Squash Cappellacci with hazelnut, sage, saba, and brown butter.
2121 Walnut Street, oltremarephl.com
Southwark
Southwark has a pasta dish that’s not only great for National Pasta Day, but also gives a nod to a Philly favorite. The Ricotta Gnudi features smoky fairytale eggplant, lamb sausage, mint, pine nuts, and ‘peppers & onions’.
701 S. 4th Street, southwarkrestaurantphilly.com
Talula’s Garden
Talula’s Garden is driven by local ingredients and offers a modern and inventive pasta menu featuring seasonal selections like Slow Braised Spiced Lamb Bolognese, Handmade Ricotta Ravioli.
210 West Washington Square, talulasgarden.com
Via Locusta
Via Locusta in Rittenhouse serves handmade pasta with seasonal ingredients and there are plenty of options for National Pasta Day dining. Try the Agnolotti with porcini, parmigiano, and truffle or the Mafaldine Bolognese Bianca with pork, thyme and carrot.
1723 Locust Street, vialocusta.com
