The Pasta Market – Italian
This lively neighborhood haunt invites guests into a world of golden-brown comforts, where the irresistible aroma of toasted garlic and warm, fresh-baked dough sets the stage for a convivial meal. Tables are anchored by baskets of their signature pillowy breadsticks paired with rich cheese spread, while a parade of crispy, herb-dusted favorites—from molten fried ravioli to tender calamari—brings a satisfying crunch to every shared plate. It is a sanctuary of classic, savory flavors that celebrates the simple joy of indulgence, perfectly balanced by the refreshing snap of chilled, vibrant salads.
460 East El Camino Real, Sunnyvale CA 94087 https://sunnyvale.pastamarket.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, mediterranean, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, tlc, alkaline, aip, volumetrics, renal, zone, carnivore, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the outstanding food quality and freshness, noting that every dish is consistently delicious and prepared with care. Celebrated for its professional service and pleasant environment, guests highlight the welcoming atmosphere as a key part of their dining experience. Reviewers praise the overall excellence of the menu, emphasizing that the fresh flavors and polished service make it a standout destination worth visiting again.
Menu
Appetizers
- Fried Ravioli or Tortellini - $11.95: Meat or Cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $11.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Mozzarella Sticks - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Zucchini - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Fries - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plain Fries - $4.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Famous Breadsticks & Cheesespread - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Green Salad - $4.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $8.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $10.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Salad - $11.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Linguine Salad - $13.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Caesar Salad - $13.95 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Walnut Raspberry Salad - $12.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab & Shrimp Seafood Salad - $16.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asian Chicken Salad - $13.95 Dietary tags: High-Fiber, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad - $13.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Avocado Salad - $13.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach, High-Fiber, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm Prawns, Scallop, & Spinach Salad - $16.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Minestrone Soup (Cup) - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta & Fagioli Soup (Cup) - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clam Chowder (Cup) - $5.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta Entrees
- Pasta with Marinara Sauce - $14.95: Choice of Gnocchi, Spaghetti, Rigatoni, Fettuccine, Penne, Angel Hair, Linguine, or Fusilli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta with Meat Sauce - $14.95: Choice of pasta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta with Pesto Sauce - $14.95: Choice of pasta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta with Alfredo Sauce - $14.95: Choice of pasta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Leonardo - $24.95: Chicken breast, mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, spinach, garlic, and olive oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Portofino - $27.95: Crab meat, prawns, tomatoes, green onions, and Alfredo sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Di Mare - $27.95: Prawns, scallops, clams, mussels, tomatoes, garlic, and marinara sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortellini Carbonara - $24.95: Cheese tortellini, prosciutto, green onions, and Alfredo sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagne - $15.95: Vegetable or Meat Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Seafood Rigatoni - $18.95: Crab, shrimp, green onions, mozzarella cheese, and Alfredo sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Parmigiana - $24.95: Tender, breaded chicken topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Piccata - $25.95: Tender medallions of chicken sauteed in a lemon, and caper brown sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Marsala - $25.95: Tender chicken breast with mushrooms and tomatoes in a Marsala wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon - $27.95: Topped with a lemon butter caper sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Cioppino - $29.95: A seafood stew of crab, clams, mussels, shrimp, and tomatoes Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza & Calzones
- Cheese Pizza (10") - $14.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Deluxe Pizza (10") - $21.95: Mushrooms, sausage, pepperoni, and salami Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Calzone - $19.95: Grilled chicken, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, ricotta, and mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Calzone - $19.95: Spinach, onions, mushrooms, zucchini, olives, red bell peppers, ricotta & mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Meatball Sandwich - $14.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich - $14.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- New York Steak Sandwich - $16.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Italian Sausage - $3.5: Per Each Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Meatballs - $3.95: 2 Per Order Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Homemade Tiramisu - $6.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sicilian Cannoli - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Assorted Desserts & Cheesecakes - $6.25
Beverages
- Coffee - $2.5
- Tea - $2.5
- Milk - $2.5
- Soft Drinks / Iced Tea - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Pasta Market
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no major concerns, instead praising the outstanding food quality, fresh flavors, professional service, and welcoming atmosphere.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, mediterranean, dairy-free, plant-based, and various health-focused plans like heart-healthy.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) Italian restaurant offers good value, with a 4.0/5 rating and reviews praising its outstanding food quality and freshness.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include fried ravioli, fried calamari, famous breadsticks with cheese spread, chicken piccata, and tortellini carbonara.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a pleasant, welcoming, and lively environment that diners celebrate as a key part of their experience.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Grilled Salmon works for multiple diets simultaneously, including keto, gluten-free, low-carb, high-protein, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, and sugar-free.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect budget-friendly Italian cuisine featuring famous breadsticks with cheese spread, professional service, and a welcoming, lively atmosphere.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a budget-friendly, lively Italian experience with high-quality food, professional service, and extensive options for nearly every dietary restriction.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is special for its signature pillowy breadsticks with cheese spread, professional service, and exceptionally fresh Italian food.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The Pasta Market is located in Sunnyvale, California, as indicated by its official website address.
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