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Manchester
Northern Quarter
The Pasta Factory
The Pasta Factory Reviews

The Pasta Factory

Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European

Dishes priced around£13

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Reviews of The Pasta Factory (616)

Read what people think about The Pasta Factory. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Pasta Factory before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about The Pasta Factory and book a table with confidence!

5.5/6

616 reviews

5.5/6

616 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Very good"
5/6
Pierce O.5 months ago · 1 review

Arrived at 5. Was not sure about buzz. But picked up. Food was great. Desert wine fab along with boozy affogato. Buzzing when we left. Would go again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Michael F.6 months ago · 1 review

Waiters were both very lovely, food even lovelier! Thanks very much

"Very good"
5/6
Jordan T.6 months ago · 1 review

Great food & drinks. Service was fast & friendly as well!

"Average"
3/6
PATRICIA T.6 months ago · 2 reviews

We were first in the restaurant but 3 other tables were brought food before us, one table had eaten and left before our starters arrived with an apology for the wait. The Burrata starter was a nice mozzarella - but not Burrata. No oozing cream from the centre. The tagliatelle was overcooked and claggy, no discernible truffle flavour. When asked if the food was ok and told it was overcooked she merely gave a brief apology. We were massively disappointed as we had visited a few years ago and it did seem like an authentic Italian family restaurant and the pasta was amazing. Unfortunately this wasn't the case on this occasion, based on this visit we wouldn't return.

"Excellent"
6/6
Catherine H.6 months ago · 1 review

We had a fantastic meal - delicious pasta and a lovely atmosphere

"Excellent"
6/6
Katherine F.6 months ago · 1 review

The staff were helpful and friendly, the wine selection great, and the food tasted amazing!

"Excellent"
6/6
Immie R.6 months ago · 1 review

Stefano is lovely! So knowledgeable and friendly, really tailored the experience for us

"Excellent"
6/6
Kay D.6 months ago · 4 reviews

Beautiful fresh pasta and a great selection of Italian wines in a relaxed and welcoming setting. ⭐️

"Excellent"
6/6
KARL H.6 months ago · 1 review

Staff so welcoming and friendly a beautiful well kept restaurant and food ti's amazing 👏 😋 well done..

"Excellent"
6/6
Jason A.7 months ago · 1 review

Fantastic food and great service Staff very friendly and helpful and the atmosphere was excellent

"Very good"
5/6
Frances B.7 months ago · 2 reviews

Atmosphere and service great. Food mostly good, pasta was a bit claggy. Price not too bad.

"Excellent"
6/6
Darren G.7 months ago · 1 review

The waiter was brilliant and enthusiastic. The experience was authentic and the food was outstanding.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kevin B.10 months ago · 2 reviews

Amazing quality and choice of food on the menu and the specials are always a treat!

"Very good"
5/6
Yandy L.10 months ago · 1 review

Such as nice restaurant, will recommended to friend and visit again

"Excellent"
6/6
Gary N.a year ago · 15 reviews

If you like fresh pasta you must visit The Pasta Factory. Many dishes are totally original others provide a contemporary slant on traditional favourites. Ingredients are fresh locally sourced or authentic Italian imported directly. A small but varied Italian wine list featuring mainly indigenous grapes with almost all wines available by the glass or carafe. Friendly staff are happy to explain and make recommendations. The first experience for my friends and we’re already planning our return

"Excellent"
6/6
Dori C.a year ago · 1 review

We always have a delightful time at pasta factory, with many delicious veggie and vegan options the food, ambience and service is brilliant.

"Excellent"
6/6
Anna O.a year ago · 2 reviews

Amazing food as always! Great quick service! Will be back again.

"Very good"
5/6
Ivan P.a year ago · 1 review

The food was fantastic - incomparable Service disappointing throughout including after paying £250 - don't want fawning but please show interest! The food, though: just wonderful!

"Average"
3/6
Kristian D.a year ago · 1 review

The food was nice but the portion sizes weren’t consistent. I ordered the rigatoni ragu, and expected proper beef. Instead it was mince meat like meat, and the portion was a lot smaller than my friends, it also wasn’t spicy despite being advertised as spicy with the Nduja. It was nice, but I’m in no rush to go again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Mark D.a year ago · 2 reviews

Great food, friendly service, as close as you’ll get to a true trattoria experience in the city centre, loved it

"Excellent"
6/6
Lyss D.a year ago · 1 review

Amazing vegan dishes with multiple options for all three courses, even dessert!

"Very good"
5/6
Kathrin A.a year ago · 1 review

Friendly staff, good food, comfortable atmosphere. Will return and recommend

"Excellent"
6/6
Eric H.a year ago · 1 review

I've been visiting The Pasta Factory for over a year now and it's consistently services amazing food and great service, always feel welcome, the staff are always nice, and most importantly the menus are always great! It's become one of my favourite restaurants in Manchester - best pasta in town!

"Excellent"
6/6
Sarah E.a year ago · 2 reviews

incredible food ! best pasta ever tasted. small choice but all nice. sometimes menus can be too overwhelming Home made breads wonderful and 5 of us had different dishes all superb. staff great. wine great.

"Average"
3/6
Mike K.a year ago · 1 review

Absolutely bang average, nothing more and VERY expensive. Not impressed.

"Excellent"
6/6
Craig L.a year ago · 2 reviews

Simply amazing food and service.. Great vegan options. Lovely people.

"Very good"
5/6
Dan C.a year ago · 1 review

some of the best pasta in manchester, epic vegan options and great staff. Highly recommended

"Excellent"
6/6
Craig T.2 years ago · 1 review

Friendly staff, delicious food and wine. Great value, looking forwards to our next visit

"Very good"
5/6
Kevin B.2 years ago · 2 reviews

The menu selection, though limited is very good and the quality and taste is amazing!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Jonathan F.2 years ago · 4 reviews

First time here and enjoyed every course, especially the Reginette al Ragu, N’duja E Gorgonzola and the fig and walnut Affogato to finish, will definitely be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Morag D.2 years ago · 11 reviews

Lovely homemade pasta, good service Nice & chilled. Coming back next week

"Excellent"
6/6
Alex W.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Best pasta in Manchester 10/10. Good value for money as well

"Very good"
5/6
Peter D.2 years ago · 1 review

Excellent service. Excellent meal and wine. Nice ambience friendly staff.

"Excellent"
6/6
Bob M.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Totally superb food and service. We have waited 3 years to get back. It was worth the wait. Thanks to Jeff Beck for this delayed trip to Manchester. Please do go and eat.

"Excellent"
6/6
Steven S.2 years ago · 1 review

Great little restaurant which had a nice rustic feeling. The food was really good and the service was helpful and spot on. Will go back once back up that way again

"Good"
4/6
Teresa B.2 years ago · 1 review

Good service pleasant staff. Average food. Pleasant venue with a good vibe

"Excellent"
6/6
Shaan B.2 years ago · 8 reviews

delicious food, great atmosphere. will visit again for sure! thanks

"Average"
3/6
Kevin S.3 years ago · 5 reviews

I really wanted to like this place as I love their sister restaurant but... Firstly the service was excellent. very friendly and the wine was great. But the food was average. Small portions and not very flavourful. Sorry Pasta Factory but we won't be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kirstie P.3 years ago · 1 review

outstanding pasta and delightful service. A really lovely meal. Recommend highly

"Average"
3/6
Carly A.3 years ago · 1 review

Didn’t enjoy the changes to the menu , found the vegan options. To be much poorer than before.