Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Raf's, Piacere and Torrisi, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find affordable places for pasta in Chinatown. Top-rated pasta spots at the right price.
Chinatown's Affordable Pasta Destinations
Explore the vibrant streets of Chinatown to find an unexpected wealth of affordable Italian dining options that cater to every craving. From the rustic charm of Paesano's to the contemporary vibes at Parm, this curated selection highlights the best pasta and pizza the neighborhood has to offer. Whether you are looking for a cozy date night at Barbalu or a casual family feast at Vincent's, these restaurants provide high-quality Mediterranean flavors without the steep price tag.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Pasta in Chinatown | Top Affordable Spots
- Raf's · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Piacere · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Torrisi · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Barbalu · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Pep's on Grand · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Pasquale Jones · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Pepolino · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Spaghetti Incident · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Paesano's · rated 4.4/5: Italian.
- Lil' Frankies · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Rosella’s Pizza · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Vincent's · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Zara Pizza · rated 4.2/5: Italian.
- Ballato · rated 4.1/5: Italian.
- La Nonna · rated 4.1/5: Italian.
- Umberto’s Clam House · rated 4.1/5: Italian.
- Kissaki · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Barbalu · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Yondu Culinary Studio · rated 4/5: Korean.
- Pasquale Jones · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Parm · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Il Brigante: Italian.
- Bacaro: Italian.
- Da Nico: Italian.
- Bar Primi: Italian.
- MAMO: Italian.
- Rabbit House Omakase & Sake Bar: Japanese.
- Eataly - SoHo: Italian.
- Tre: Italian.
- Spaghetti Incident: Italian.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
