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The 32 Best Pasta Restaurants In Dubai (Authentic Recipes)

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Are you craving some pasta while in Dubai? Dubai is a cultural hub and every foodie’s dream.

You can find any and every type of cuisine here, from Authentic Arabian-style dishes to the finest French pastries. But what if you’re craving a bowl of warming pasta?

Well, Dubai has plenty of delicious pasta restaurants to suit every taste and budget. So whether you’re looking for a comforting bowl of home-style spaghetti or want a stylish date-night pasta restaurant, you’re sure to find it in Dubai.

Here are some of the best pasta restaurants in Dubai.

1. Il Forno Al Ghurair Center

 
 
 
 
 
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Il Forno is an Italian restaurant in the Al Ghurair Center. This restaurant opened in 2000 and has various branches across the UAE. Specializing in Italian and Tuscan cuisine, you’ll find some authentic and unique pasta dishes at Il Forno.

Their signature dish is the creamy seafood soup, which makes the perfect starter to any of their delicious pasta mains.

From the classic creamy Fettucine Alfredo to the modern Penne Rustica, Il Forno has a pasta dish for everyone. Book in advance as this restaurant gets busy.

  • Address: Al Murqqbat Street, Al Ghurair Center
  • Website: https://ilforno.me/ 
  • Phone Number: +971 4 833 9366

2. Il Borro Tuscan Bistro

 
 
 
 
 
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The Il Borro Tuscan Bistro is located on the beautiful Turtle lagoon in the Jumeirah Al Naseem Hotel.

This restaurant transports you to Tuscany and serves freshly made, organic Tuscan cuisine. With a farm-to-table approach, you’ll feel nothing but splendid when visiting Il Borro.

In addition to freshly made pasta and pizza, you can also share a bottle of the finest Italian wine at Il Borro. Their tiramisu is some of the best you will find in Dubai, and the ambiance at Il Borro makes it the perfect date night restaurant.

3. The Cheesecake Factory

A restaurant you might not expect to find delicious pasta at is the Cheesecake factory.

This American chain restaurant is known for its wide selection of desserts. However, the Cheesecake factory also serves other dishes, including delicious pasta.

There are many Cheesecake Factory locations in Dubai, but the Jumeirah beach one has the best atmosphere. So head to the Cheesecake Factory for a laidback atmosphere, simple and hearty pasta, and a mouthwatering dessert to follow it.

4. Flamingo Room By Tashas

Another restaurant located at Al Naseem Hotel is Flamingo Room by Tashas. This unique restaurant brings the best of Africa to the heart of Dubai. From the décor to the food, you’ll have an unforgettable experience.

Flamingo Room by Tashas transforms into a ballroom at night, and the food matches the atmosphere perfectly.

From the mains section, you can choose from various African-inspired dishes, like Calamari Mozambique and Peri Peri Chicken.

Of course, they also have an entire pasta menu for carb lovers. And Flamingo Room by Tashas has an excellent cocktail menu to share with every meal.

5. Lounge Café Italiano

Lounge Café Italiano brings you interesting fusion food to Dubai. Specializing in Arabic, Italian, Asian, Japanese, and Indian fusion food, you will surely have an enjoyable culinary experience at Lounge Café.

They promise to deliver fresh, tasty food, and they deliver on this promise.

Their pasta menu includes Lasagna, Alfredo, Arrabbiata, and Ravioli, to name but a few. Whatever you choose, your tastebuds will be dancing with joy. Lounge Café Italiano also has various other dishes to try, and their dessert menu is marvelous.

6. Armani/Ristorante

Armani/Ristorante at the Armani hotel is another excellent option for when you are craving some pasta in Dubai. Armani/Ristorante is a fine dining restaurant that prides itself on bringing you a unique and personalized dining experience.

You can choose an Italian set menu or order one of the fantastic dishes on their menu. Of course, being an Italian restaurant, Armani/Ristorante has no shortage of freshly made pasta dishes.

Their Bottini Ripieni with wagyu beef is absolutely divine. This is an excellent restaurant to visit for those wanting to celebrate a special occasion with some fine Italian cuisine.

7. California Pizza Kitchen

 
 
 
 
 
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If you’re looking for American-style pasta, look no further than California Pizza Kitchen. With various locations across the UAE, California Pizza Kitchen brings you fresh pasta and pizza all the way from Beverly Hills.

This American franchise started in 1985 in America and brought you family-style Italian goodness.

California Pizza Kitchen may not be the restaurant to bring someone for a date night, but they serve delicious pasta, pizza, and other meals.

With generous portion sizes and affordable meals everyone can enjoy, it’s no surprise that so many people love heading there for their pasta fix.

8. Roberto’s Restaurant & Lounge

 
 
 
 
 
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If you ever need some pasta while in the city center of Dubai, look no further than Roberto’s Restaurant & Lounge. Roberto’s is yet another Italian fine-dining restaurant, and its beautiful food presentation will not disappoint.

Roberto’s offers a carefully selected menu with pasta and other Italian dishes. Each dish is carefully prepared with the freshest ingredients.

Robert’s also offers vegetarian and vegan-friendly options, so there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

In addition, they have gluten-free and whole wheat pasta available, making them the perfect fine dining restaurant for anyone with dietary requirements.

9. Basko

 
 
 
 
 
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Basko is another Italian restaurant perfect for celebrating a special occasion or taking clients to a business meeting.

Basko offers lunch and an a la carte menu to suit everyone’s needs. While they serve various delicious food, they have several seafood pasta dishes available that are a hit.

They serve some interesting yet mouthwatering pasta dishes, like the sea urchin spaghetti, which is worth a try. Overall, the atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious Italian cuisine make Basko one of Dubai’s top-rated Italian and pasta restaurants.

10. Scalini

If you enjoy sipping on an expertly made drink while enjoying your dinner, Scalini should be on your list of places to dine at in Dubai.

Scalini brings you the atmosphere and ambiance of southern Italy with its coastal interior décor. It also celebrates the bold flavors used in Italian cuisine.

In addition to serving generous family-style portions of Italian staples, Scalini specializes in mixology, and the drinks are sure to get you talking.

With wagyu lasagna and spaghetti with lobster, who wouldn’t want to check out this beautiful Italian restaurant in Dubai?

11. Kitchen 6

Kitchen 6 at the Marriot in Dubai is another restaurant that serves delicious pasta.

One thing that sets Kitchen 6 apart from other restaurants on our list is that they serve their dishes are served buffet style. Don’t let this fool you, though. Kitchen 6 has high-quality, mouthwatering Italian, Asian, and Indian food.

Of course, there are plenty of pasta dishes to choose from. So, if you’re feeling like a buffet-style meal, head to Restaurant 6 for an exquisite time and delicious meal.

12. Eataly

As the name suggests, Eataly specializes in Italian cuisine. Not only do they have a restaurant, but they also have markets and stores around Dubai.

The Dubai Mall location sports a large, atmospheric restaurant where you can find some freshest Italian food.

Eataly has a variety of pasta dishes to choose from, including some vegan ones. Of course, Eataly has all the classic Italian pasta dishes you could want.

In addition, they also have some modern and fusion pasta dishes on their menu. They also constantly add new dishes to their menu, so be sure to check out their menu.

13. Alici

 
 
 
 
 
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Alici celebrates the beauty and food of Italy in the heart of Dubai. When visiting Alici, you will stare out over the beautiful water of Blue Waters Island.

At Alici, you have a large selection of fine wines and other drinks to accompany your Italian meal.

The menu includes several Italian dishes, including delicious and freshly made pasta. Alici is sure to have a perfect pasta dish regardless of your taste.

Alici is the ideal date night restaurant, but you can also come here with your family to enjoy the gorgeous scenery and food.

  • Address: Blue Waters Island
  • Website: http://alici.com/ 
  • Phone Number: +971 4 275 2577

14. PizzaExpress

 
 
 
 
 
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PizzaExpress is yet another chain restaurant that offers delicious Italian pasta across Dubai.

At PizzaExpress, you can choose from various traditional and modern Italian pasta dishes, each as delicious as the other. This laid-back restaurant is the perfect restaurant to bring your family and friends.

The dessert menu at PizzaExpress is just as impressive as the pasta, and you are guaranteed to have a great time at this restaurant.

You can also get a drink from the bar that is expertly made by world-class mixologists. There are many PizzaExpress restaurants across Dubai, and we’re sure they are all worth visiting.

15. Cucina Mia Restaurant  

 
 
 
 
 
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Cucina Mia Restaurant brings you some of the best Italian food in Dubai. Many of their ingredients are imported from Italy to ensure your food is authentic Italian at its best.

The pasta at Cucina Mia is handmade in the store, ensuring it is fresh, springy, and delicious.

You can request gluten-free or whole-wheat pasta, which is also freshly made on the premises. Cucina Mia also has vegan and vegetarian options, ensuring everyone is catered for.

Cucina Mia Restaurant is undoubtedly one for the books, as the pasta and service here are top-notch.

16. Cinque

Cinque is an award-winning Italian restaurant in Dubai. Cinque serves fine-dining Italian food that is freshly made to order, plated beautifully, and seasoned perfectly. The restaurant is beautiful and set next to an instagrammable pool.

Children of all ages are welcome, but the restaurant has an intimate atmosphere.

If you’re looking for a special night out, Cinque offers the perfect location for a romantic evening to celebrate a special occasion.

Enjoy your favorite drink with the mouthwatering pasta, and don’t forget to finish the evening with one of Cinque’s famous desserts.

17. Bussola

Bussola is the ultimate restaurant to suit everyone’s needs. This restaurant has three levels.

So, whether you want a casual, formal, or ultra-luxurious dining experience, Bussola is the place to be. With a delicious Italian menu on each level, you’ll have no shortage of pasta options.

Bussola also has a pizzeria section for those who prefer pizza. Still, the pasta at this restaurant is nothing short of perfect. Followed by an authentic Italian-style gelato or liqueur, it really doesn’t get much better than an evening at Bussola.

18. Cipriani

Cipriani is a restaurant featuring Italy’s elegant side. With leather upholstery and a blue and neutral color design, this restaurant will make you feel like you are transported back in time.

Of course, the atmosphere is only bettered by the delicious and luxurious Italian menu.

Made with the freshest ingredients available, Cipriani’s pasta is one for the books. They also have a wide selection of delicious starters and antipasti to ensure you are delighted when you leave.

Cipriani is the perfect spot for a quiet evening or family dinner, and everyone will enjoy pasta and other food at this spot.

19. Sette

Sette at JA Hotel is a beautiful restaurant with all-around views of the resort. This modern Italian restaurant is perfect for those who wish to get their pasta kick while in Dubai.

Sette offers a variety of authentic Italian dishes with some Sicilian and Sardinian inspiration too.

The pasta, pizza, and risotto dishes are all amazing. You’ll be satisfied regardless of what you choose from the menu. Sette also has an impressive wine collection, ensuring you have some refreshments to enjoy with your delicious meal.

20. II Ristorante – Niko Romito  

Il Ristorante at Bulgari Hotel in Dubai has the Michelin star chef Niko Romito to thank for its success.

Chef Romito brings his Italian heritage into the kitchen to bring you world-class Italian cuisine made the traditional way. Using only the freshest and best ingredients, Il Ristorante serves nothing but the best.

The pasta is freshly made, and the food blends perfectly with the restaurant’s design, pointing back to old Italy.

Il Ristorante is yet another restaurant on this list made for celebrating special occasions or having a romantic date night experience in the heart of Dubai.

21. Sapori  

The final restaurant on our list is Sapori. This family-style Italian restaurant promises a great time with the Italian décor and atmosphere. The menu features all the Italian staples you could want, including freshly made pasta.

You’re sure to have a delicious meal at Sapori, from lasagna to seafood linguini. The pizza and desserts are also mouthwatering, and the portion sizes at Sapori are generous.

With its festive atmosphere and affordable prices, Sapori is the perfect pasta restaurant for the family.

22. Massimo’s Italian Restaurant

 
 
 
 
 
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Brotherly duo Massimo and Franco run the show at this eatery. As a bonus, they use traditional Italian recipes and authentic Italian ingredients.

After that, all homemade meals adhere to the traditional Italian culinary tradition and honor the time allotted to create them, including Pizza, Lasagna, Gnocchi, Parmigiana, Bolognese sauce, and many more.

Their alfredo spaghetti is unrivaled, making them a local institution in Dubai.

On the other hand, their chefs meticulously prepare each dish to ensure it meets their high standards for an authentic Italian flavor. You won’t be let down if you go to an actual Italian restaurant and enjoy some of the best pasta in Dubai.

  • Location: Park Island, Dubai Marina, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St
  • Trading Hours: 12:00 pm to 12:00 am
  • Contact: +97144324284
  • Website: Home – Massimos Dubai

23. Coppasta Restaurant

Coppasta is a portmanteau of the Italian terms for “cup” (coppa) and “pasta,” evoking a modern, novel idea of convenience, pasta in a cup.

Coppasta brings together the simple yet varied variety of Italian food, with the high-quality and freshness of ingredients and comfortable worldly appeal of new flavor.

Their menu is personalized to your tastes, so feel free to mix and match pasta shapes, sauces, and toppings to create something truly special. At Coppasta, we guarantee that every one of your visits will be #DeliciouslyDifferent.

  • Location: Souq Al Manzil, Downtown, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd, Downtown Dubai
  • Trading Hours: 08:30 am to 12:00 am
  • Contact: +97180026772
  • Website: Coppasta Italian Restaurant

24. GIA Restaurant

 
 
 
 
 
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The Dubai Mall is home to a brand-new Italian eatery called GIA, which you can find on the fashionable Avenue.

The dining room’s layout sets it apart, with its mix of sophisticated contemporary and a touch of vintage in the form of airy whites and flashes of sunny hues.

The patio then follows with cosmopolitan elegance, beautiful scenery, and views of the Dubai Fountain, providing visitors with a chic, casual setting at any time of night or day.

In this case, jazz music with an Italian flavor has been carefully selected to compliment the eating experience. GIA makes the greatest truffle spaghetti in Dubai.

  • Location: Unit GF 320, New Fashion Avenue, Dubai Mall
  • Trading Hours: 12:00 pm to 01:00 am
  • Contact: +97142349986
  • Website: GIA Ristorante

25. Vapiano Restaurant

Conversation with friends, relatives, or even total strangers is encouraged at Vapianos’ endless oak tables. When everyone at the table is chatting, laughing, and enjoying themselves, pleasant conversation flows naturally.

You may place your order for pasta, antipasti, pizza, and salad at any of the chefs’ stations. In front of the diners, the cooks whip up anything they desire. Recipes for your favorite foods are made from scratch and then fine-tuned to perfection.

The fresh herbs in the herb garden and on the tables are there for more than just looks; they add that extra something to each meal.

Guests at Vapiano Restaurant may see their pasta and desserts being created daily in the restaurant’s central kitchen, enclosed in glass. Now that’s what we call dinner and a show!

  • Location: Al Thuraya Tower 2, Ground Floor, Dubai Media City
  • Trading Hours: (Sun-Thurs) from 08:00 am to 11:45 pm; (Fri & Sat) from 11:00 am to 11:45 pm
  • Contact: +971 4 437 0786
  • Website: Home | VAPIANO

26. Fratelli la Bufala

 
 
 
 
 
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The journey that culminates in the food being delivered to the table to the customer’s utmost delight begins far away.

From modern-day fields, vegetable gardens, mills, farms, olive groves, and vineyards, yet following the path blazed by Italy’s old culinary and vinicultural heritage, symbolized by that bell.

Fratelli la Bufala has always been exceptionally selective about the companies it works with.

Today, with all the knowledge it has amassed over the years, it is continually collaborating with these companies to find new and better methods to source and produce its goods and the best possible utilization of ingredients for these meals.

Furthermore, to ensure that their food is of the highest quality, everything you need, from pasta to flour, oil to peels, can be found in their restaurants. This is the culmination of a deliberate selection process.

  • Location: JBR “The Beach” Mall, unit 2304 m2b2
  • Contact: + 97144303497
  • Website: Fratellilabufala.com

27. Andiamo! Restaurant

Modern art hangs beautifully on the walls of the restaurant’s rustic facade, where guests can enjoy traditional Italian fare with a contemporary touch.

You can find an interior dining room and a lovely outside patio covered by a flowering pergola at this restaurant.

Andiamo! is a great place to celebrate any event because of its eclectic a la carte food, unique drinks, and shisha.

FACT EATING named it the best Italian restaurant for casual dining in Dubai for 2019. Tortelli Di Zucca, Tagliatelle Puttanesca, Ravioli Bolognesi, and Spaghettone All’astice are some of their most popular pasta dishes.

28. Basta! Restaurant

Awesome service, décor, and cuisine! Among Dubai’s many restaurants, this one stands out as a true gem. The food is unabashedly excellent.

Genuine taste, premium ingredients, and a warm, inviting environment. The indoor and outdoor tables are great for a group outing or a romantic dinner for two.

An incredibly kind and helpful service team is excited to give you a dining experience like no other.

A breath of new air in the dining scene, this Italian restaurant serves contemporary takes on classic dishes in a space that evokes both a Florentine steakhouse and a Neapolitan pizzeria and pasta hub.

  • Location: Marasi Drive
  • Trading Hours: 07:00 am to 12:00 am
  • Contact: +97145125522
  • Website: Home (Basta-dubai.com)

29. Capri Italian Restaurant

As the country’s first pizzeria, Capri Italian Restaurant gained a strong following among Dubai locals looking for a casual, budget-friendly restaurant option open all year.

Pizzas with a thin crust are a specialty at this Italian eatery. Pasta, seafood, grilled steaks, and other continental favorites are available.

Whether you’re looking for pasta for lunch or pizza for supper, Capri Italian Grill Restaurant is awaiting your arrival with its cozy ambiance and genuine, home-cooked charm.

Some of Carpri’s most popular pastas include Arrabiata, Pasta Verdure, Rigatoni Calabrese, and Linguini Piccante.

  • Location: Dubai World Trade Centre Apartments, Trade Centre
  • Trading Hours: (Sat-Wed) from 12:00 pm to 12:00 am; (Thurs & Fri) from 12:00 pm to 01:00 am
  • Contact: +97143314505
  • Website: Capri Italian Grill Restaurant, Trade Centre

30. Carluccio’s Restaurant

When Antonio and Priscilla opened their store on Neal Street, they introduced Londoners to the finest regional Italian cuisine.

Together, they sourced the greatest ingredients from throughout Italy and started to perfect their art of making the most delicious pasta.

Carluccio’s Caffe, a genuine Italian eatery that expanded from their popular grocery store, debuted in London’s Market Place in 1999.

Their goal was to serve delicious, authentic Italian cuisine at affordable prices while providing friendly, attentive service, and since then, that goal has remained unchanged.

The “minimum of hassle, maximum of flavor” philosophy that Antonio lived by is now the foundation of how they prepare food for over 30 locations across the United Kingdom, Ireland, and the Middle East.

Three restaurants are in the United Arab Emirates, while the other two are in Qatar. When you visit, don’t forget to try their out-of-this-world pasta, including Penne Giardiniera, Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli, Penne Arrabiata, and Spaghetti Gustosi.

31. Positano Restaurant

They developed some of the most well-known staples of Italian cuisine in Positano, a location rich in fish, meat, vegetables, and fruit.

At Positano, we aim to provide an experience for diners comparable to traveling to Italy’s coastal regions without leaving Dubai.

Positano has a wide variety of specials available every weekday to suit anyone’s fancy. Some pasta dishes you should try when visiting Positano are Foie Gras & Burrata Tortellini, Spinach Ricotta Ravioli, and Frutti di Mare.

  • Location: JW Marriott, 2nd Floor
  • Trading Hours: (Sun-Fri) from 06:00 pm to 12:00 am, (Saturday) from 06:30 pm to 12:00 am
  • Contact: +97144143000
  • Website: Positano (marriott.com)

32. Fi’lia Restaurant

When it comes to restaurants in the area, Fi’lia, which means “daughter,” is in the front row as the first one to be run by women. In Dubai, a group of formidable women worldwide work together to run a top-notch restaurant and bar.

Fi’lia Dubai is honored to announce that it has been awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2022. Brunch at Fi’lia is served on the restaurant’s famous terrace, with a view of the beautiful Dubai skyline.

Some famous pasta dishes include Quasi Puttanesca with paccheri, clams, olives, capers, parsley, cherry tomatoes, and lemon, and the Due Cacio E Due Pepe with Parmigiano cream, black and pink peppercorns, and pecorino cheese.

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