IN PHOTOS | Love Pasta? Here are 15 unique variations of the dish you can enjoy across Mumbai

On World Pasta Day (October 25), we scour the city for the best and hatke plates of the Italian delight that has been crafted into every haute kitchen today. Plus, a recipe to cook up a pasta treat in your own kitchen (Story by Shriram Iyengar and Trisha Ghosh)

Updated On: 2025-10-26 12:25 PM IST

Compiled by : Nascimento Pinto

World Pasta Day is celebrated on Ocotber 25. Photos Courtesy: File pics

Scarlet delight 
Indulge in the fiery Penne All’ Arrabbiata at this much-loved outlet, made with spicy San Marzano tomato sauce, chillies, and garlic.
At Gustoso, Kwality House, Kemps Corner, Grant Road (also at Khar)
Call 7045000020
Cost Rs 825

Topped with gold
If you are craving a personal touch, dig into this Strapponi E Gamberi with hand-torn pasta sheets tossed with juicy prawns and crowned with a golden egg yolk.
At CinCin, Raheja Tower, G Block, BKC. 
Call 8355870000 
Cost Rs 895 

Coastal flavours
For lovers of seafood, the Linguine a la Vongole comes with clams, calamari, prawns drizzled with champagne sauce, and fresh herbs.
At La Panthera, INS Tower, G Block, BKC.
Call 8000909056
Cost Rs 975

The classic forever
Some traditions have been passed down through the years, like this Mac n Cheese. With three premium cheeses layering a luxurious macaroni, this one is perfect for an Italian taste.
At Sammy Sosa, 18, Meera CHS, Link Road, Oshiwara, Andheri West.
Call 9833666555
Cost Rs 550 

Go green
Try a fresh take with this medley of vegetables with perfectly cooked penne pasta and seasoned herbs in a Penne Verdure.
At Alfredo’s, Royal Classic, Link Road, Lokhandwala, Andheri West. 
Call 8097614462
Cost Rs 495 (vegetarian); Rs 560 (non-vegetarian)

Tang of tomato
Don’t miss out on the Tagliatelle Ai Pomodori — strips of pasta noodles, cooked in a flavourful tomato and basil sauce. You can select a non-vegetarian version, or keep it a light vegetarian tuck-in.
At Mia Cucina, Transocean House, MHADA Colony 19, Powai (also at Vikhroli) 
Call 9595000200 
Cost Rs 545

Spice it up
You cannot go wrong with a Spaghetti Arrabiata that comes with the right blend of spice, colour and fresh herbs.
At Sixteen33, Pali Hill, Bandra West.
Call 9758999555
Cost Rs 490

Keep it classic
For something simple but memorable, try the Linguine pasta at this Lower Parel eatery, made with tomato sauce, dried chilli, garlic, basil, and completed with a drizzle of parmesan and pangrattato.
At Toast Pasta Bar, Kamala Mills Compound, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel.
Call 9594398238
Cost Rs 850

Slow-cooked celebration
Nothing says grand like this Lamb Papardelle braised in white wine, with ribbons of fresh pasta and parmesan.
At Bastian, 48th floor, Kohinoor Square, Dadar West.
Call 50333555 
Cost Rs 1560

Straight from the sea
If the regular Mac n Cheese is not for you, try this lobster variant that comes stuffed within an in-house garlic herb loaf.
At Brunch & Cake, Ground floor, Raheja Altimus, Worli.
Call 8657500061
Cost Rs 2450 onwards

Cheesy pockets
Find your ideal dish at this South Mumbai restaurant, that whips up a succulent rendition of Black Truffle Cappelletti, featuring elegantly-presented pockets of pasta, stuffed with three different types of cheese and infused with Black Truffle Sauce.
At Americano, Radha Bhavan, Nagindas Master Road, Kala Ghoda. 
Call 9920954300
Cost Rs 975

Creamy Beetroot Pasta
Ingredients
. ½ cup cooked Beetroot (peeled)
. 150 gm Conchiglie pasta
. 1 Garlic clove (chopped)
. 2 tbsp Olive oil
. ÂĽ cup Cream / Ricotta cheese
. 2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese
. Salt and Black pepper (to taste)
. Basil and Parsley (for garnish)

Method
Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Sauté garlic until golden, and set aside. In a blender, combine the cooked beetroot, ricotta cheese or cream, and a splash of the pasta water. Blend until smooth. Return the blended sauce to the pan, heat gently, and stir in the cooked pasta until well coated. Add salt and pepper as per taste. Garnish with fresh herbs and Parmesan. Serve hot.

Recipe courtesy: Chef Jasjit Singh Keer, Alfredo’s

Also try

. Fusilli with Porcini and Button Mushroom Sauce
At Amazonia, Unit 5, Godrej BKC, BKC.
Call 8828884042
Cost Rs 575

. Spaghetti Marinara Pasta
At SAZ American Brasserie, Ground Floor, JIO World Drive, BKC.
Call 9920056686
Cost Rs 625 onwards

. Linguini Pescatore
At Toscano, Veera Desai Industrial Estate, Andheri West (also Navi Mumbai, Ghatkopar)
Call 7204184101
Cost Rs 875

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