(617) 576-6672
319 Western Ave
Cambridge,
MA
02139
42.3646
-71.1133
Neighborhood: Riverside
What People Are Saying About Basta Pasta
The Editor
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Citysearch
In Short – With little décor to speak of and a walk-up counter, this tiny Cambridgeport restaurant provides area workers with a no-frills spot for a quick, cheap bite. Straightforward meatball subs and eggplant parm dishes are meals in themselves, and hardly anything on the menu tops $10. High-end pasta dishes include gemelli with gorgonzola, chicken and walnuts.
12/26/07
Really good pasta dishes
by livestoeat at Citysearch
Being a vegetarian, I was initially not looking forward to eating at this place mainly because there are not a lot of vegetarian items on the menu. However, I was really happy that I did eat here. I was there with 3 other people and we ended up ordering pretty much all the veggie items on the menu (3 pastas + 1 panini + 1 appetiser). This turned out to be a lot of food - and we ended up taking leftovers home. The pasta dishes were very tasty. The amount of food in each plate was a lot - at least 2 people were needed to finish one dish. And all this cost us less than $40. So overall, the place has great food at a great price. I would definitely go back and recommend this place to all.
- Pros: Tasty food, amount of food, great price
- Cons: more of a take-out place
04/12/07
Great Pizza!
by camorrow at Citysearch
I live near this joint so I visit frequently. I used to think the local il Panino was the best pizza but Basta Pasta tops them in flavor and in price. While I wish they delivered and had more drink options they are a quality place for pasta and fabulous pies (za).
- Pros: location, food, prices
- Cons: limited drinks, no delivery
10/15/06
Delicious moan-worthy food at great prices
by nicelyj2 at Citysearch
I found out about this place through CitySearch and went here on a whim tonight, trying to avoid going to one of the local chains. I was so glad I did. I had garlic bread with cheese, chicken marsala (with homemade fusili), and my friend had chicken alfredo with broccoli. 10 dollars for my meal, less for his, and we both walked away with half our meals since the portions were so generous. The attractive plate/bowls came to us steaming hot. Service was friendly and efficient and I always like a place that not only lets you have free water, but gives you a huge glass of it. (Styrafoam, but still). There could have been more cheese on the garlic bread, and my friend's ziti was a little too firm, but the flavor was outstanding in both. One bite of chicken soaked with the marsala sauce nearly made me fall over in the place. It's a shame their location is so out of the way, but perhaps better for my wallet, because I'm already eager to go again and try something else. Highly highly recommended.
- Pros: Mouth watering food, fantastic value
- Cons: Parking, location, atmosphere if you're looking for a hot date
The Details on Basta Pasta
Save Money:
A kids menu with staples such a cheeseburgers and fries are also offered--and all under $4.
Know Before You Go:
Get cheese plates, 6 foot subs and other classic party grub catered to a special function--just be sure to let them know at least 24 hours in advance.
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Smoking Permitted:
No
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