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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 (765)

Read what people think about The Pasta Factory! All reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners.

5.5/6

765 reviews

5.5/6

765 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
luca d.a year ago · 1 review

food was great we will definitely return , great service too

"Very good"
5/6
Thomas S.a year ago · 1 review

Lovely fresh pasta, good wine and attentive service, all very good

"Excellent"
6/6
Alicia W.a year ago · 1 review

All of the food was delicious, it's also so nice to have so many vegan options to choose from and even vegan parmesan too! The wine was also outstanding. We can't wait to return. Have you ever thought of offering a vegan tiramisu?! (that would be amazing)

"Excellent"
6/6
Cheryl S.a year ago · 3 reviews

Convivial welcoming atmosphere, friendly service, great food and wine. And not expensive. Thoroughly recommend. Cheryl

"Very good"
5/6
Judith H.a year ago · 1 review

Really enjoyed out meal at the Pasta Factory. My friend and I had carbonara which was delicious. Very good service. Would definitely go back

"Average"
3/6
Elfyn L.a year ago · 1 review

The restaurant just needs an upgrade in every way. We were hoping for a memorable Italian experience, unfortunately it did not live up to those expectations.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sarah M.a year ago · 1 review

Had a lovely meal at pasta factory this evening. Food and drinks were amazing and our servers Laura and Francesco were brilliant :)

"Excellent"
6/6
Sophie M.a year ago · 2 reviews

The food was amazing! The restaurant had a great vibe and the staff were lovely.

"Very good"
5/6
Jill J.a year ago · 1 review

Great pasta! Delicious sauces - Perhaps portions could have been a bit bigger but it made up for it in flavour. thanks for a lovely eve.

"Good"
4/6
Richard S.a year ago · 1 review

Friendly good service, pappardelle with chanterelles less exciting than we hoped the sauce a little bland and hard to taste the mushrooms, pannacotta average , we liked the setting

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

The best pasta I’ve ever had, we can’t believe we never knew this place existed! Can’t wait to go back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Leonard R.a year ago · 1 review

The taste of the food is very authentic, would recommend :)

"Excellent"
6/6
Elizabeth T.a year ago · 1 review

Every mouthful a joy! This is such a wonderful gem of a restaurant- the specials were amazing!

"Excellent"
6/6
Julian K.a year ago · 1 review

Possibly too few staff so some delayed service but everything else was wonderful

"Very good"
5/6
Paul K.2 years ago · 1 review

Staff were fine about us being late! They were attentive and pleasant. The food was good. Atmosphere was good. A nice time.

"Not good "
2/6
Martin J.2 years ago · 1 review

Slow service, worst cabonara I have ever tasted, and I have had a lot.

"Excellent"
6/6
Louis N.2 years ago · 1 review

Delicious pasta, perfectly aldente. Sauces were top notch too. Probably the best carbonara I’ve ever had.

"Excellent"
6/6
Will M.2 years ago · 1 review

Amazing home made pasta and amazing lovely staff We had a fantastic time and can’t wait to return!

"Average"
3/6
Amena B.2 years ago · 1 review

Loved the flavours of fried gnocchi starter however gnocchi was very tough, difficult to cut. Burrata starter was nice. At least 30 min wait for starter and another 30 mins for main, was not too much of an issue as looked busy however but annoyed when one main which came was incorrect and was hungry by that point so shared the one correct main between us, also so it didn’t go cold, and then shared the second main between us when it came. Also the deep fried olives never came although wasn’t charged for them. Didn’t get an apology for any of it. Would have liked to try dessert however as mains were not finally given to us until 1h 15 after being seated we ran out of time. Loved the squid ink tuna dish and my husband more so the truffle gnocchi. Bit a shame as nice staff, nice flavours and lovely venue but too long a wait and no apology for errors so won’t be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Yiannoulla Y.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Genuinely impressive quality: lively fresh pasta added to taste with wonderfully flavoured sauces.

"Good"
4/6
Jacob L.2 years ago · 1 review

Great place to eat fresh like home made Italian pasta

"Excellent"
6/6
Tara O.2 years ago · 1 review

Fabulous food and great experience. The servers were very friendly also !

"Excellent"
6/6
ceyon j.2 years ago · 1 review

Absolutely delicious pasta, perfectly cooked! Fantastic flavours, the squid ink bucatini and gnocchi and tiramisu were all excellent!

"Not good "
2/6
Borja G.2 years ago · 1 review

Service was extremely low. It took 90 minutes for a meal of just a bowl 🍲 f pasta and dessert. 35 minutes between order and having the pasta served. The carbonara was salty and had too much egg. The canolli were nice, though. Disappointing overall.

"Very good"
5/6
Neil G.2 years ago · 1 review

Good food very good service in a good atmosphere, it was a good evening.

"Excellent"
6/6
Hal G.2 years ago · 1 review

Amazing food and excellent service, with a really nice casual atmosphere. The vegan options were amazing.

"Average"
3/6
Stephanie P.2 years ago · 1 review

everything under seasoned, carbonara below average with 6/7 tiny pieces of pork cheeks, had less than half of it and still paid full for it. Calamari chewy and without any salt. Not recommended at all. The restaurant smells a bit of mould.

"Excellent"
6/6
Ann P.2 years ago · 1 review

We came here over a year ago on our first trip to Manchester, and it was so good we booked again when we knew we’d have another night in the city. Lovely place - really great food, a good range of Italian wines and lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend!

"Excellent"
6/6
James R.2 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic restaurant, good selection and well labelled menu! Good value and friendly staff.

"Good"
4/6
Deborah R.2 years ago · 1 review

Good cosy atmosphere. Menue a bit limited, food was presented well but a bit cold and no sauce on my seafood pasta. Again jot much choice on desert menue.

"Very good"
5/6
Emma M.2 years ago · 1 review

Really lovely service and the starter, main, and dessert were all amazing!

"Excellent"
6/6
Donna B.2 years ago · 1 review

really delicious food and lovely welcoming staff. Worth a visit

"Very good"
5/6
Sander E.2 years ago · 1 review

Nice friendly people and fine menu, great and nice diner

"Excellent"
6/6
Maria Y.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Everyone enjoyed their meal as always! One of our favourite restaurants

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

Great Food. Service was ok. Atmosphere is a bit basic, not really Italian.

"Excellent"
6/6
Rachel O.2 years ago · 1 review

Delicious food and great service. Loved it and would recommend!

"Average"
3/6
Sarah L.2 years ago · 1 review

Scallop pasta was amazing, not very much of it, still hungry after. As a single diner being plonked in the middle of the restaurant isn't good.

"Very good"
5/6
Simon L.2 years ago · 1 review

Great service, very friendly staff. Authentic Italian pasta in the middle of Manchester. Nice wine, good choice. Desserts a little slow but there were new staff in the kitchen apparently so that's fine. Enjoyed our meal.

"Very good"
5/6
Alastair L.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Focusing on the pasta dishes for mains, these were all extremely good. Some of the best we've had in a long while.

"Excellent"
6/6
Beth W.2 years ago · 4 reviews

Brilliant service and food. I wish we had gone sooner.

"Good"
4/6
Ian M.2 years ago · 1 review

Nice little place. Friendly staff. Food was lovely but portions were small. I can't put my finger on it but it lacked something. Very small menu choice.

"Very good"
5/6
Kurt L.2 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic meal! Great service and casual atmosphere! Super friendly staff.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jade E.2 years ago · 1 review

Amazing food. Amazing staff. Amazing place. Best pasta by far in the UK. Even better than some places in Italy!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Aaran P.2 years ago · 1 review

Loved the food great service, will definitely be coming back!

"Good"
4/6
Annabelle N.2 years ago · 1 review

Really excellent service. Good food and atmosphere. Will be returning soon.

"Very good"
5/6
Damien M.2 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food, great service. Lamb skewers needed a little more charring

"Excellent"
6/6
Ella H.2 years ago · 1 review

Great authentic Italian food, really surprised considering the exterior looks like a chain restaurant

"Excellent"
6/6
Lisa J.2 years ago · 1 review

The best pasta dish I have ever had in my life! Fabulous food, great atmosphere and a lovely team. An absolute must if you are in Manchester.

"Very good"
5/6
Val F.2 years ago · 1 review

Great food and great service. The staff were very friendly

"Excellent"
6/6
Anne C.2 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic place, a real hidden gem. Lovely pasta and wine and true Italian staff.

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