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    Nate C.
    "The stretch bread is to die for!"(7 Tips)
    Matt C.
    "Long wait but worth it, chicken riggies are a must have!"(6 Tips)
    Holly D.
    "spicy hot tomato oil 🤗 seasonal entrees"(3 Tips)
    Steve P.
    "Hot tomato oil sauce is to die for."(3 Tips)
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  • Caitlin L.heart icon on user image
    Caitlin LawlerJune 28, 2016
    Delicious fresh pasta and bread. I love going by in the morning and smelling the fresh baked bread from across the street where you can stop in and buy some loaves or oil/sauce to take home
    Upvoted Jan 19
  • Charo H.
    Charo HNovember 26, 2012
    The Pasta Pizza (smoked duck bacon, fresh mozzarella, goat cheese, dried cherries, caramelized shallots, garlic oil, pomegranate drizzle, black pepper, basil chiffonade on fresh pizza dough) is yummy!
  • Nicoleheart icon on user image
    NicoleJune 13, 2015
    Nice experience from waiting for a table to leaving. Cocktails were A+. Ask for the garlic stretch bread AND the famous hot tomato oil if you're torn. Pastas were kind of drowned in sauce, but tasty.
  • Maxwell Z.heart icon on user image
    Maxwell ZaleskiSeptember 9, 2019
    had to revisit twice in the span of one week (yes, it's that good!). the caesar salad, the Fettucine w/ pink vodka cream sauce, and wicky wicky chicken riggies are all fabulous!
  • Carlton A.heart icon on user image
    Carlton AndrewsDecember 9, 2017
    I loved the Chicken Penne Pasta. Let the guys behind the counter know you want a hot or cold entree. Either is good but you may be surprised getting something as a cold plate when you expect hot.
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    NicoleJune 13, 2015
    Play with the magnetic poetry. Tables are spaced out far enough for privacy but still feel cozy. This is probably a popular date night spot.
  • David C.
    David CJanuary 19, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Lunch time is the best and fastest way to enjoy pastas. Counter service offers a huge specialty salad bar along fresh made pizza, and pastas with your choice of sauces along with daily specials.
  • Ray F.
    Ray FossJune 2, 2013
    For vegans, they make a mean portobello. You can add that to a pasta. With a side of broccoli. The waiters know vegans. Your options are very limited. Great drinks, decor and atmosphere though.
  • Louis O.
    Louis OrtizAugust 31, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Come for lunch on a Saturday. Quick self-service line, great food, and you can still get your free unlimited bread!! Don't forget the hot tomato sauce!!
  • John R D.
    John R Dallas JrMay 13, 2014
    Love this place! Service was excellent. Lobster ravioli was outstanding. Will return when I have time to savor those tempting desserts I saw.
  • Tony V.heart icon on user image
    Tony VolturnoMarch 15, 2019
    Service was more than excellent, food was very good with a seasonal menu everything is fresh. All the food was very flavorful.
  • Paul M.
    Paul MApril 19, 2012
    Come here for lunch! Cafeteria-style dine-in or take-out, with pastas made to order, a great salad selection, and daily specials. Classy, delicious, and a good value.
  • Tamara D.
    Tamara DSeptember 1, 2016
    Great raviolies and vodka sauce. Stretch bread tomato sauce was amazing we bought 4 jars.
  • Nicole F.heart icon on user image
    Nicole FormicaJune 27, 2016
    Amazing pasta selections. Don't miss out on the hot dipping oil they serve before your meal!
  • Scott B.heart icon on user image
    Scott BecqueJune 10, 2017
    Great fresh pasta. Outdoor seating at it's best in Syracuse
  • Diana P.heart icon on user image
    Diana PearlSeptember 28, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    The hot tomato oil is literally amazing. Make sure to get an extra plate. So worth the $3
  • Amanda L.heart icon on user image
    Amanda LeeJune 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Spicy hot tomato oil on pasta with blackened chicken is the best thing on the menu. Wonderful wine list too!
  • Matt C.heart icon on user image
    Matt CroweDecember 5, 2016
    Long wait but worth it, chicken riggies are a must have!
  • Rosemarie
    RosemarieJune 20, 2014
    Portions are good size. Taste awesome. Line moves quickly at lunch.
  • Lock W.
    Lock WenchJune 15, 2012
    Locals in the know order their "Hot Tom" to go across the street with a fresh loaf of stretch bread for dipping. Bring it to any party and you'll be the center of attention.
  • Vonda T.heart icon on user image
    Vonda TaylorJuly 27, 2016
    Sausage and broccoli rabe is to die for! My friend enjoyed herWicky Wicky Chicken Riggies
  • Linchi K.
    Linchi KwokJanuary 22, 2012
    I like the spicy tomato oil, but the some of the pastas seem a little bit too greasy for me. Overall, a very nice place to hang out with friends.
  • Matt H.
    Matt HomeyerAugust 8, 2012
    The pasta bar at lunch is delicious, quick and affordable. A must-go for anyone around Armory Square for lunchtime.
  • Owen G.heart icon on user image
    Owen GotimerMarch 5, 2015
    Love the spicy tomato oil! There was a duck bacon pizza featured on Food Network which sounded dynamite!
  • Jean C.heart icon on user image
    Jean CelsoFebruary 26, 2015
    They'll give you a whole roll of bread to take home if you ask for it right before your bill HA
  • Brettlyn R.heart icon on user image
    Brettlyn RobinsonSeptember 21, 2016
    The pink penne vodka was amazing! As well as the duck bacon pizza 😋
  • Tanya M.heart icon on user image
    Tanya MulveyNovember 6, 2012
    Love this place!!!! Long lines though and usually a long wait for a table bc the place is so popular.
  • Tim S.heart icon on user image
    Tim SheaAugust 26, 2017
    Order everything. Don't stop, just keep going. Also, I always ask for a side of pesto, makes a great addition to any meal!
  • Kelly L.heart icon on user image
    Kelly LSeptember 22, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    I can't even tell you how the good linguine with basil and walnut pesto is. Order it!!
  • Joseph L.heart icon on user image
    Joseph LavelleJanuary 12, 2016
    Best spot in downtown syracuse. Hot oil sauce on anything is great.
  • Christopher W.
    Christopher WestcottMay 26, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    One of my favorite places to eat in Syracuse. You should definitely try and enjoy endless amounts of hot oil sauce! Take some home with you if you can.
  • Dave S.
    Dave SilverstoneJanuary 28, 2012
    A long-lived Syracuse classic offers fine pasta dishes in a cozy atmosphere downtown, with hearty portions and reasonable prices.
  • Edward O.heart icon on user image
    Edward OrtizAugust 9, 2015
    This restaurant and its lovely owner are responsible for triggering the renaissance in downtown Syracuse. This should be the first stop for visitors, not Dinosaur BBQ
  • Sarah M.heart icon on user image
    Sarah MooreOctober 23, 2016
    The food was delicious but the acoustics inside made it very difficult to here those I was sitting with and we had to almost yell across the table.
  • Fernando P.
    Fernando P.October 25, 2012
    Call in advance to pick up dinner. They take awhile to make quality food. Their to go cups are kids size, bummer!
  • Michele G.
    Michele GrzegorczykNovember 18, 2013
    Eat here great food with hip atmosphere. The hot tomato is the best!!
  • Hannah W.
    Hannah WarrenOctober 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the pumpkin cheesecake when it's in season! So, so good.
  • Matt L.
    Matt LucianoApril 17, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    You can get the same amazing spicy bread sauce on your pasta. Delicious to the max. The wine list is really good too.
  • Holly D.heart icon on user image
    Holly DMay 30, 2016
    always dreaming of the spicy hot tomato oil 🤗 seasonal entrees usually good -- try the lamb!
  • Steve P.
    Steve PolandFebruary 1, 2019
    Hot tomato oil sauce is to die for.
  • Sarah H.
    Sarah H.September 19, 2011
    Love the hot tomato oil. Just be sure to check the chicken...I've had a few experiences with it being under cooked.
  • Jacob P.
    Jacob PucciDecember 2, 2014
    The lunch specials are great and if it's warm, the courtyard is nice.
  • Andrew H.heart icon on user image
    Andrew HOctober 15, 2013
    Wicked Meatball Riggies is a def' suggestion IF u like spicy. The bread; room-temp and stale. Seated in worst spot, despite being almost empty. Salad was one of my best.
  • A S.heart icon on user image
    A SMarch 28, 2013
    The Wicky Wicky Chicken Riggies is actually spicy. It's also delicious. What's a little sweat while you eat between friends?
  • Lauren W.
    Lauren WannermeyerApril 29, 2012
    The hot tomato oil and stretch bread is a given. But try their winter sangria!! Yum.
  • Charlene B.heart icon on user image
    Charlene BattleAugust 28, 2015
    Great tomato and hot oil with fresh bread
  • Sterling T.
    Sterling Talob WatersSeptember 8, 2013
    Great burger if you're trying to swear off their addictive sauce...
  • maria s.
    maria saiaJune 17, 2012
    The spicey tomatoe sauce is delicious & they have a great wine selection
  • emma t.
    emma tangorenJuly 24, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    buffet lunch is always good. make sure you get hot tomato oil!
  • Paul M.
    Paul MApril 19, 2012
    The lunch line is shorter before noon and after 1 p.m. They serve until 2:30.
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