Pastabilities

Name: Pastabilities
Address: 311 S Franklin St, Syracuse, NY, United States, 13202
Telephone: (315) 474-1153
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

451 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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We accept a limited number of reservations for parties up to 10 people up to 90 days in advance. Reservations are required for parties over 7 people, but optional for smaller group sizes. No reservations available? No worries! Smaller sized parties may join our wait list if there are no reservations available once we are open for dinner service at 4 pm. Guests may join the wait list by walking in or calling in advance of arrival.

Lunch service is fast-casual, first come, first serve. No reservations or waitlist required.

Pastabilities® restaurant has been happily serving our guests in Syracuse, New York for over 35 years. Our seasonal menus feature a full range of our homemade pastas, sauces, salads and the famous Stretch Bread from our bakery across the street. We make it all from scratch, and we put our heart and soul into every menu item. We are located in the historic Armory Square neighborhood, near theaters, shopping, and entertainment centers.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(315) 474-1153
Website
http://www.pastabilities.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
311 S Franklin St, Syracuse, NY 13202
Neighborhood
Syracuse
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Popular dishes

What 451 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Upstate New York
Hot spot
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Best Overall
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Best Service
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Best Value
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451 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I absolutely love going to eat here. I've never been dissapointed in a meal. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We will be going back again.
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jody
New Mexico
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food4service2ambience2
Made the reservation months ago, and was disappointed to get what I think was the worst seat in the house. It seems to me that if you book this far in advance and indicate that it is a special occasion, they would make more of an effort to us having a great experience, yet it was not. It was my son's 19th birthday which I indicated in the reservation, yet we got crappy seats, and were seated next to TWO other tables celebrating a birthday!!! This was really tacky, and it honestly made our experience less special. On top of this, we had terrible service... we needed a second longer to make a decision, only to be sitting there for 10 minutes before they returned. The food was lower quality than our past experiences, which overall will make us avoid selecting this restaurant for future 'special' occasions. I will not recommend to others as my first choice if celebrating something special.
PastabilitiesResponded 1 day ago
Hi Jody, We are so sorry to read this review. On this occasion I believe we accommodated your group in our front dining room, which with the decorations for the holidays is a room often requested by our guests. If in the future you would like somewhere specific, we would be more than happy to accommodate your request. In regard to your service and food experience - I am sorry that the timing of your server was not as prompt as we aim to be. We also aim for a 5 star food experience and are sorry to hear we did not deliver on this occasion. If you'd care to share any additional information about this experience we would be sure to use it constructively. Feel free to write back here or via email (will send separately) to continue our conversation.
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OpenTable Diner
Upstate NY
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience4
The sausage and meatball was a little burned on each side
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JenC
New York Area
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience5
It's a cute restaurant with great ambience, especially around the holidays. Unfortunately, we waited a really long time from ordering to being served (over 40 minutes) and then had to rush to make it to our show. On of our meals was made incorrectly, but because it took so long, we didn't have time to have it remade. Our waitress was very inattentive.
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colleenl
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We first saw this restaurant on am episode of Guy Fieri's Food Network Show. We were going to be in the Syracuse area for a show and this restaurant was within walking distance of the venue. We were greeted as soon as we walked in the door by their friendly staff. (We made reservations beforehand). They seated us near the window and our waitress answered all our questions..She brought us bread and a dipping sauce that was amazing!! We both ordered the Chicken Riggies (I don't like a lot of spice so I ordered the turn down version). My husband opted for their homemade pasta. Let me tell you...This was THE BEST PASTA MEAL WE HAVE EVER HAD!! I highly recommend trying this lovely quaint restaurant!! We will definitely be back next time we are in town!! Great service.. Great ambiance..Fresh delicious food made to order!! Deserves more than 5 ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆!!
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food!!! Must try if you are in Syracuse. Best restaurant here.
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MichelleC
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful family meal to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. Excellent time as always. Love this place!
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DomC
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food choices. Always made to order. Never a bad meal.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A delicious experience and the live music was a pleasant addition. Busy night but our waiter met our needs without delay.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Too loud and “club like” for 5:30 pm everything else is amazing as always!
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Megreviewer
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Solid place - love their spicy sauce. Every time we go, you always feel like you're in a different place - as in almost like NYC given the feel of it. Food is solid and highly recommended.
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MattD
Pittsburgh
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pastabilities never disappoints! We had a great date night out! Service, food and cocktails were spot on.
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FranPR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the table the gave us. Food , Coctails and service Perfect
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BruceF
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very busy place -- have to make reservations in advance, otherwise expect to wait for a very long time. Food is great, very friendly staff, very comfortable. Consistently good.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service only surpassed by the quality of the food!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s always a great time here and so happy there’s finally reservations for the weekdays! Great service. Food is 10/10. Had a perfect date night here. Food is always incredible and delicious. Love the cocktails as well. Can’t wait to come back again
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TanyaT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love pastabilities. My son lives in Alabama now and when he comes home to visit......he always insists we go there. I myself visit the location all the time. Incredible food.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous family dinner at Pastabilities. Our server was fantastic, the food amazing (I had manicotti with a meatball on top!) and the drinks were excellent. We finished with some lemoncello and Tiramisu. Could not ask for a better night The location is at the heart of Armory square. So much energy out on the street.
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TawnC
New York Area
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
We had a good dinner. Food was good. Menu was good. Restaurant was very loud. Chairs were quite uncomfortable. Hard to hear what anyone was saying.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Wonderful hospitality, a casual and fun environment and solid food!
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MichaelF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pastabilities has the most delicious food, friendly staff, and pleasant atmosphere!
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CarlaD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Absolutely love it! Minor problem the linguine was a little too Al dente but so flavorful!
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DylantheRev
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time here took my lady there for dinner, food was outstanding, the scenery was really nice, had a live band that was really nice as well. staff was very nice and quick and friendly 10/10 experience
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Jester
Las Vegas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We drove from Buffalo just to celebrate a birthday at Pastabilities and it did not disappoint. The save room for the pecan brownie sundae!
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Kendal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing, the service was great and overall we just really enjoyed our visit! It was my second time and I will be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a table for 8 and sat in a fun room in the back. Food was very good as was the service! Reservations are a must at this very popular Syracuse restaurant.
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DebraD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had made a reservation a month ago for 3. On a busy Friday night we were sat right away. Our server was extremely knowledgeable of the menu and shared recommendations. He made a point to let us know he wanted us to take our time and talk and did not rush us at all when ordered or enjoying an after dinner cocktail.
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RobS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Staff was extremely helpful with me rearranging my reservations twice. I love everything about this restaurant with the exception of the noise level. It's a bit loud to have dinner conversation but I guess that just means people are having a good time.
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DCdisappointed
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 17, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience1
incredibly loud. have no reason why they play music (heavy on the base) when you can't even hear the person sitting next to you. All you hear is the thumping of the base. I don't know...I have been going to Pastabilities for as long as I can remember and now, it is just not enjoyable.
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KarenT
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Our server was cheerful, excited to serve us and knowledgeable about the menu. Other staff members were excellent as well.
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DanP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place and food. Server Susie was excellent.
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MarkL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
In town on business and we just had to check it out. Food was nothing short of amazing. Great atmosphere and excellent service from Avery and rest of staff. Highly recommended!
PastabilitiesResponded on October 20, 2023
Hi! We don't have our merchandise available on our website unfortunately. We can sell at the restaurant or if you'd like to call and purchase one over the phone we could send one to you?
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Nini
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always excellent food love love it one my favorite restaurants that I always brag about that everyone needs to go and try if they haven’t .
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great food as usual, but pretty loud since the tables are pretty close together. They were running a little late but the staff was very friendly. One of my favorite spots in downtown.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So delicious! We always love eating at Pastabilities whenever we are in town.
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MarkC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food is always amazing !! We had a 7:15 reservation this time and usually go much earlier. The server was overwhelmed with too Many tables maybe someone called in sick but it took us forever to get a drink or even bread to snack on. Need more staff to split a room
PastabilitiesResponded on October 9, 2023
Hi Mark! Thank you for this review. We apologize that it seemed your server was too busy to be prompt and available to your group on this occasion. We would love to gather some more information so that we might be able to figure out what exactly happened that evening! Thank you.
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NicholeK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always! Great atmosphere, wonderful servers and excellent food.
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MarcoM
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 3, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience2
Very disappointing. Maybe it was a bad night, but I ordered angel hair pasta with oil, and it wasn't even close to angel hair. Making things worse, the pasta was matted together in a sticky ball as if it was drained and then allowed to sit before adding the oil. We ate at your restaurant with a couple coming in from out of town and the venue was per my recommendation. I was embarrassed.
PastabilitiesResponded on October 6, 2023
Hello Marco, We are very sorry to hear about this experience! We are honored to be a restaurant that our guests are excited and proud to take their out of town guests to and we are very sorry to have missed the mark on this occasion. If you would like to reach out to us privately, we would be happy to gain a bit more information about your experience to ensure this doesn't happen again. Thank you for your time.
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CourtneyM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A absolute must!!! Everything was absolutely amazing!!! Iwe will definitely be back to try the other pastas!!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic experience from start to finish. Friendly staff and great food!
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FAQs

Pastabilities is rated 4.8 stars by 451 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

311 S Franklin St, Syracuse, NY 13202

Additional information

Neighborhood
Syracuse
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.pastabilities.com/
Phone number
(315) 474-1153

Pastabilities

Make a reservation

Additional information

Popular dishes

Fresh Pasta

Alfredo

House Tomato Sauce

Menu

What 451 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

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