Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Raf's, Da Silvano and Briciola Pizza Bar, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 32 affordable dining experiences
Find affordable places for pasta in NoLita. Top-rated pasta spots at the right price.
NoLita's Affordable Pasta Destinations
NoLita is a premier destination for diners seeking authentic Italian flavors and comforting American-style classics without the high price tag. This curated selection features neighborhood favorites like Spaghetti Incident and Paesano's, offering a wide range of budget-friendly pasta dishes and artisanal pizzas. From the gluten-free options at Senza Gluten to the thin-crust specialties at Spunto, these local gems provide a welcoming atmosphere for a delicious and affordable meal in the heart of the city.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable Pasta in NoLita | Top Affordable Spots
- Raf's · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Da Silvano · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Briciola Pizza Bar · rated 4.8/5: Italian.
- Song’ E Napule · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Piacere · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Torrisi · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Misirizzi · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Pep's on Grand · rated 4.6/5: Italian.
- Bleecker Street Pizza · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Il Corallo Trattoria · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Pasquale Jones · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Numero 28 Pizzeria · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Pepolino · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Spaghetti Incident · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Spunto Thin Crust Pizza · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Tre Giovani · rated 4.5/5: Italian.
- Paesano's · rated 4.4/5: Italian.
- Senza Gluten · rated 4.4/5: Italian.
- John's of 12th Street · rated 4.4/5: Italian.
- Lil' Frankies · rated 4.3/5: Italian.
- Babbo · 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.
- Il Buco Alimentari · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Misirizzi · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Pasquale Jones · rated 3/5: 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.






