Basta Pasta - Eldersburg

Name: Basta Pasta - Eldersburg
Address: 5959 Exchange Dr, Eldersburg, MD, United States, 21784
Telephone: (443) 920-3477
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

482 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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We are now accepting reservations on a limited basis. Please be advised that a mask must be worn when entering the building and when moving about indoors. Also be advised that in compliance with the current mandate by Governor Hogan no more than six guests may be seated at a table at one time and no alcohol will be served to patrons that are not seated.

We appreciate each and every one of you and we look forward to seeing you soon.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 18, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(443) 920-3477

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(443) 920-3477
Website
http://www.bastapastamd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Zachary Tripp/Yiannis Livaditis
Private party contact
Louie Vassilaras: (443) 920-3477

Location
5959 Exchange Dr Eldersburg, MD 21784
Neighborhood
Eldersburg
Cross street
Liberty Rd
Parking details
None
Entertainment
Live music every Friday. 7:30pm-Close
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Fried Calamari$12.00
Served with marinara sauce
Mini Fried Crab Cakes$15.00
Served with remoulade
Mozzarella Caprese$11.00
Homemade mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, basil, EVOO
Crab Dip$12.00
Served with toasted Italian bread
Bruschetta$9.00
Ripe tomatoes, basil, garlic, fresh herbs, EVOO, toasted ciabatta bread
Eggplant Caprese$11.00
Homemade mozzarella, basil, EVOO, aged balsamic
Parmesan Zucchini or Eggplant Chips$10.00
Served with marinara sauce
Crab Toast$15.00
Colossal lump crab imperial, on toasted Italian bread

Soup & Salad

To any salad add: Chicken $5 / Shrimp $6 / Steak $6 / Salmon $8

Cream of Crab
- Cup$4.00
- Bowl$6.00
Maryland Crab
- Cup$4.00
- Bowl$6.00
Soup of the Day
- Cup$4.00
- Bowl$6.00
Bottomless Soup, Salad and Breadsticks$13.00
Salmon$17.00
Baby spinach, strawberries, goat cheese, candied walnuts, raspberry vinaigrette
Strawberry Balsamico$12.00
Baby spinach, strawberries, homemade mozzarella, candied walnuts, red onions, aged balsamic
Surf and Turf$15.00
Mixed greens, red onions, grape tomatoes, feta, jumbo shrimp, grilled steak, ciabatta toast points, aged balsamic, EVOO
Caesar$8.00
Crisp romaine, Pecorino Romano, Caesar dressing

Sandwiches & Wraps

Sandwiches & Wraps served with fries or spring green salad

8 Oz Crab Cake Sandwich$17.00
Broiled or fried, lettuce, tomato, brioche roll
Basta Burger$12.00
1/2 lb Angus beef, lettuce, tomato, roasted tomato mayonnaise, bacon, provolone cheese, brioche roll
Baltimore Wrap$15.00
Crab cake, applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, remoulade
Chicken Caesar Wrap$9.00
Romaine, grilled chicken, Pecorino Romano, crouton crumble, house Caesar
Honey Bear Wrap$12.00
Fried chicken tenders, spring greens, tomato, onion, applewood bacon, honey mustard, four cheese blend

House Specialties

8 Oz Colossal Crab Cake*$19.00
Broiled or fried
Honey Salmon$16.00
Broccoli and roasted potatoes
Risotto Milanese$15.00
Jumbo shrimp, scallops, peas with blue crab saffron risotto
Shrimp & Scallop Luciano$14.00
Roasted peppers, spinach, white wine butter, linguine
Blackened Chicken & Shrimp$14.00
Served with choice of red pepper pesto cream or Cajun Alfredo, penne
House Meatball Spaghetti$12.00
Pepperoncinis, homemade mozzarella, marinara sauce, Pecorino Romano
Tortelloni Pesto$12.00
Pancetta, mushrooms, peas, basil cream or red pepper cream
Spaghetti Bolognese$12.00
Tossed in our homemade beef ragu

Paninis

Paninis served with fries or spring green salad

Steak and Cheese$11.00
Fresh cut ribeye steak, homemade cheese blend, caramelized mushrooms and onions
Basilico$10.00
Grilled chicken breast, homemade mozzarella, roasted peppers, basil pesto spread
Fig & Almond$10.00
Honey goat cheese spread, toasted almonds, broiled figs, multigrain
Crab Melt$12.00
Blue crab, applewood bacon, four cheese blend

Light & Healthy

Chicken Umbertina*$13.00
Asparagus, artichoke, grape tomatoes, garlic, EVOO
Pesto Rotini$10.00
Roasted tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, basil pesto, Pecorino Romano
- Add Chicken$12.00
- Add Shrimp$14.00
Salmon Capellini$13.00
Roasted tomatoes, wild mushrooms, spinach, white wine sauce, EVOO, Pecorino Romano
Fettuccine Caprese$11.00
San Marzano tomatoes, homemade mozzarella, garlic, basil, EVOO, Pecorino Romano
Fettuccine Gypsy$12.00
Artichoke, tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, roasted peppers, Kalamata Olives, garlic, EVOO
- Add Chicken$14.00
- Add Shrimp$16.00
Vegetali$12.00
Artichoke hearts, Kalamata Olives, broccoli, roasted tomatoes, capers, Pomodoro sauce, Pecorino Romano, rotini
- Add Chicken$14.00
- Add Shrimp$16.00
Wild Mushroom Capellini$11.00
Wild mushrooms, roasted peppers, spinach, EVOO, Pecorino Romano
Garden Vegetable Penne$12.00
Peppers, carrots, tomatoes, spinach, zucchini, EVOO, Pecorino Romano
- Add Chicken$14.00
- Add Shrimp$16.00

Italian Classics

Saltimboca*
Italian prosciutto, spinach, provolone, lemon wine sauce
- Chicken$14.00
- Veal$16.00
Piccata*
Mushrooms, capers, lemon butter sauce
- Chicken$12.00
- Veal$14.00
Marsala*
Mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce
- Chicken$12.00
- Veal$14.00
Francese*
Egg battered, topped with lemon butter sauce
- Chicken$12.00
- Veal$14.00
- Orange Roughy$14.00
Shrimp Scampi$13.00
Roasted red peppers, scallions, lemon garlic butter sauce with linguine
Chicken Alfredo$13.00
Broccoli, fettuccine in a light Pecorino cream sauce
Cacciatore
Bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, marinara sauce with linguine
- Chicken$13.00
- Sausage$13.00
Penne Alla Vodka$12.00
Peas, pancetta, light vodka cream
- Chicken$14.00
- Shrimp$16.00
Fettuccine Carbonara$13.00
Pancetta, mushrooms, grilled asparagus, Pecorino Romano cream sauce

Pizza

Toppings (Half $1 / Whole $2): Pepperoni, sausage, bacon, green peppers, onions, mushrooms, black olives

Chicago Style
- 10 Inch$11.00
- 14 Inch$13.00

From the Oven

Parmesan
- Eggplant*$12.00
- Chicken*$13.00
- Veal*$14.00
- Shrimp$15.00
Lasagna$12.00
Layers of homemade pasta, bolognese, ricotta, mozzarella, marinara sauce
Baked Penne$12.00
Bolognese, ricotta, mozzarella
Stuffed Shells
Ricotta filled shells, mozzarella
- Marinara$11.00
- Bolognese$12.00

Sides

French Fries
Roasted Potatoes
Vegetables
Broccoli, Spinach (+$3), Asparagus (+$4)
Pastas
Penne, Spaghetti, Linguine, Rotini, Capellini, Gluten Free, Egg Fettuccine
Saffron Risotto
+$4

What 482 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

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JB
JaneB
Baltimore
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect for Mother’s Day
DD
DiannaD
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything from the food, to the wait staff to the bus boys was awesome. We love coming the Basta Pasta and will be coming back soon.
KK
KathyK
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience1
Given that we made reservations more than a week in advance, didn't expect to be headed to a table with bar chairs in bar area. Not seated mind you, just headed to that direction. We politely asked for a table in dining room, and the teenage hostess was quite rude and put out, even when it was explained that we were looking for a family celebration including children, and had one of the party who had trouble hearing. In the bar area it was deafening. Our server Jason couldn't have been nicer and more attentive, which made the meal much better overall. It was very busy, and we arrived as multiple take out orders were being served, so chalk it up to a hectic day for the restaurant. Teenage help could use a bit more training in customer service though...
F
Finny
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great food, great server, over all a great experience.
L
Lexie
Mobile
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was outstanding. If you want the best service ever ask for Sara she is the best server period. You won’t be disappointed
KM
KathyM
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated birthday with my family. Made a reservation. Seated promptly. Service was good. Food amazing.
F
Foody
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful lunch! Service was outstanding as I have food allergies and they went out of their way to accommodate them!
CM
CharleneM
Baltimore
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food is always excellent. Unfortunately, we had a screaming child at another table that ruined our time together with friends. Couldn’t hear due to nonstop screaming.
MB
MikeB
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everyone’s food was great. Our server was friendly and attentive!
JS
JaneS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first time at Basta Pasta and the food was absolutely amazing! Our waitress smiled all the time and took care of us without disrupting our dining. I am so glad we have such a quaint place to dine in Sykesville! We will definitely dine with extended family there. I highly recommend the chicken umbertina.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Gary, Sarah, and the bar area crew are always on point. Professional, Engaging, and Attentive...Always a good dining experience!
MM
MMSGrandma
Baltimore
189 reviews
vip
4.0
189 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
We ate outside on a delightful evening and found the food and service just as delightful.
r
rjill
Baltimore
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Basta never fails us!! While many restaurants post pandemic are understaffed and not operating as smoothly as pre- Covid times, Basta stands out. Fully staffed, as they were able to maintain all of their staff during this past year. Things were seamless. It’s was as if the pandemic never happened there. Food was phenomenal, service from Sarah was outstanding and our overall experience, just perfect. Indoor and outdoor dining both available!! Most all of their staff is proudly vaccinated to keep customers safe, too. This set us at ease. Owners are very transparent about it. Can’t wait to return!
LB
LauraB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best service, crabcakes and sweets around! I would recommend going there anyday!
JI
JIML
Baltimore
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always enjoy eating at Basta Pasta! The food is excellent!
DG
DGMaggieG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food was great but a bit pricey. Hands down for me much better than Olive Garden.
CS
CindyS
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are new to Eldersburg area. This was our second time going. Everything was delicious and service was excellent. This will be our go to place.
GG
GaryG
Key West
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 2, 2020
overall4food5service4ambience4
Excellent food and good service. Noise was moderate as we were seated near the main entrance. My only complaint is that seating is a little too close in some areas. The waitress could barely pass between chairs.
MF
MarciaF
Baltimore
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience1
VERY NOISY. Tables extreme close together. Server even had trouble getting around to serve the food. Felt RUSHED!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall3food5service3ambience1
We were sat at a table that was squeezed into a spot that was very close to other tables around us. My chair was in the pathway and I kept getting bumped onto when people walked by. Will not go back during busy times
EF
EllenF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 28, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience3
The food was absolutely delicious. It was a little noisy, but it was a Friday night, and we didn't mind because the food was so good!
CE
ChristineE
Baltimore
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good food but a bit overpriced for the amount that you get.
MG
MargaretG
Baltimore
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
I would definitely go there again. The food was enjoyable although a little costly.
SP
StaceyP
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service
CK
CarolynK
Tampa
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fast and efficient service and excellent food. Crabcake was wonderful, broccoli cooked just right and salad always good. I always stop in on my trips from Florida. Never disappoints!
TM
ToniM
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall3food4service2ambience1
We have eaten here before and had much better service and atmosphere. Our waitress visibly tried to stay away from us, was quick and abrupt when she interacted with us and she was not friendly. She was not mean but did not make the experience for my daughters birthday pleasant. We were sat up front and every time the door open we were blasted with cold air. This was constant throughout dinner. They were busy and could not move us. I would have left if this was not for a planned occasion. I will not be back for a while at least and am truly not sure if I would recommend them
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, fantastic service, delicious drinks. All around great experience.
k
kristinl
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Even on a busy Valentine's evening, service and food was excellent!
TG
TimG
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food. Portion size is outstanding! Service was fantastic!
PH
PamelaH
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Basta Pasta is our favorite place to dine. We have never had an issue until now. My lobster ravioli came out cold. I told the waitress and she took it to the kitchen and microwaved it, which overcooked the shrimp and made the pasta chewy. Everything else was excellent as always.
E
Edwardz
Richmond
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience2
While the overall experience was good we were disappointed that our request to move our table from the direct sunlight was abruptly denied saying the many unoccupied tables were already reserved. We did however enjoy the amazing food and excellent waitress.
VA
VALLE
Baltimore
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our WAITER was GREAT! FOOD wAs AMAZING!!! CHEESECAKE is the Best’
JB
JaneB
Baltimore
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
The dining area was very loud. The music volume kept increasing and therefore everyone in the restaurant was trying to talk over it.
LB
LBBbbb
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was outstanding and so was the service. This was my first time here
JL
JLbean
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience4
Excellent steaks and pasta dishes. Very gluten free friendly. Side dishes so so. Roasted potatoes were overcooked and dry. Asperagus not seasoned
VR
VickiR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent service as well will be back. Food arrived very promptly was great, and our waiter who was doubling as bartender was on the ball. Never an empty glass and all dishes taken away promptly, wonderful server
R
Ruskis
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
I had the pleasure of dining with my daughter on a Friday night. Because I had made a reservation online, we were seated almost immediately upon our arrival. Our server, Josh, quickly brought us out drinks and gave us time to decide on our order. The food was delicious and Josh was attentive without being intrusive. We had a delightful time and an enjoyable meal.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience5
Always good.
RG
RickG
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner and service excellent as us3. We live about a mile away, and dine here often.

FAQs

Basta Pasta - Eldersburg offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (443) 920-3477.

Basta Pasta - Eldersburg is rated 4.6 stars by 482 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 18, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(443) 920-3477

5959 Exchange Dr Eldersburg, MD 21784

Additional information

Cross street
Liberty Rd
Neighborhood
Eldersburg
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Zachary Tripp/Yiannis Livaditis
Entertainment
Live music every Friday. 7:30pm-Close
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bastapastamd.com/
Phone number
(443) 920-3477
Private party contact
Louie Vassilaras: (443) 920-3477

Basta Pasta - Eldersburg

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Seafood Pasta

Mini Fried Crab Cakes

Crab Dip

Antipasto

Fried Calamari$12.00

Mini Fried Crab Cakes$15.00

Mozzarella Caprese$11.00

Crab Dip$12.00

Bruschetta$9.00

Eggplant Caprese$11.00

Parmesan Zucchini or Eggplant Chips$10.00

Crab Toast$15.00

Soup & Salad

Cream of Crab

Maryland Crab

Soup of the Day

Bottomless Soup, Salad and Breadsticks$13.00

Salmon$17.00

Strawberry Balsamico$12.00

Surf and Turf$15.00

Caesar$8.00

Sandwiches & Wraps

8 Oz Crab Cake Sandwich$17.00

Basta Burger$12.00

Baltimore Wrap$15.00

Chicken Caesar Wrap$9.00

Honey Bear Wrap$12.00

House Specialties

8 Oz Colossal Crab Cake*$19.00

Honey Salmon$16.00

Risotto Milanese$15.00

Shrimp & Scallop Luciano$14.00

Blackened Chicken & Shrimp$14.00

House Meatball Spaghetti$12.00

Tortelloni Pesto$12.00

Spaghetti Bolognese$12.00

Paninis

Steak and Cheese$11.00

Basilico$10.00

Fig & Almond$10.00

Crab Melt$12.00

Light & Healthy

Chicken Umbertina*$13.00

Pesto Rotini$10.00

Salmon Capellini$13.00

Fettuccine Caprese$11.00

Fettuccine Gypsy$12.00

Vegetali$12.00

Wild Mushroom Capellini$11.00

Garden Vegetable Penne$12.00

Italian Classics

Saltimboca*

Piccata*

Marsala*

Francese*

Shrimp Scampi$13.00

Chicken Alfredo$13.00

Cacciatore

Penne Alla Vodka$12.00

Fettuccine Carbonara$13.00

Pizza

Chicago Style

From the Oven

Parmesan

Lasagna$12.00

Baked Penne$12.00

Stuffed Shells

Sides

French Fries

Roasted Potatoes

Vegetables

Pastas

Saffron Risotto

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