2023: Philadelphia Voted Dolce Italian Best Homemade Pasta!
Dolce Italian
1437 Chestnut Street
(732) 850-8272
dolceitalianrestaurant.com
In a world filled with Italian style restaurants, Dolce Italian stands out. This is thanks to its dedication to authentic and delicious cuisine, serving not just the best homemade pasta in Philadelphia, but other classics like meatballs, salads, Neapolitan pizzas and more, which are all curated by chef Paolo Dorigato. There is even a range of handcrafted cocktails in its bustling bar and a selection of exquisite desserts to complete your meal. The theme inside is inspired by 1960’s Rome and has an atmosphere to suit, feeling lively yet approachable and sophisticated all at the same time. It encompasses ‘la dolce vita’, so certainly makes the ideal place for time spent relaxing, socializing and enjoying good food.
2022: Philadelphia Voted Little Nonna’s Best Homemade Pasta!
Little Nonna’s
1234 Locust Street
(215) 546-2100 – littlenonnas.com
Little Nonna’s offers an inspired menu featuring Philadelphia’s very best Italian-American cuisine—from fresh pastas to eggplant parm to their delicious garlic bread. The restaurant features a spacious outdoor garden and a cozy inside seating area with an open kitchen. This eatery was founded by local entrepreneurs Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran, who are known for establishing several local favorites, including Barbuzzo and Bud & Marilyn’s. Whether you’re looking to go out on an intimate, romantic dinner or for a spot to host memorable events, Little Nonna’s is sure to serve the best homemade pasta in Philadelphia.
2021: Philadelphia Voted Cry Baby Pasta Best Homemade Pasta!
Cry Baby Pasta
627 N 3rd St
(267) 534-3076 – crybabypasta.com
A menu of delectable presentations of house-made pasta, wine, shareable and desserts is why you should rush in for a meal at Cry Baby Pasta. A butterscotch layered dessert is desirable here with its Graham Cracker crumble and caramel, so keep dessert in mind when you start with cocktails. A creative appetite will love creste di gallo, which is pasta with leek, kale and mushroom sugo with balsamic. Order a seaside sensation of linguine with crab, peppers, old bay butter and bottarga breadcrumbs. Pizzas are varied favorites and shareables are great for small plates for everyone to try. Meatballs or crispy potatoes, and broccolini made with chili, garlic and anchovy, are additional options!