Get ready, pasta lovers: October 17 is National Pasta Day. Spaghetti, rotini, tortellini, farfalle, tortellini, fettucine, linguine – the list of pastas is endless. This simple dish is delicious, versatile, and nutritious. And since New Jersey is loaded with Italian influence, it's hard to pick just where to carbo-load with a heaping bowl of pasta. So, our agents did the tasting for you. Here's a list of some great spots to celebrate the Italian delicacy in and around Ridgewood. Mangiamo!
From Scratch
44 E Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
After five years of serving delicious primarily Italian dishes, From Scratch was turned into North Jersey's first pasta bar. And as the name suggests, everything in this airy restaurant is prepared from scratch using simple but the highest quality ingredients. You can choose from a variety of 12 pasta dishes, from pappardelle alla bolognese to tonnarelli cacio e pepe to ravioli stuffed with spinach and ricotta. With every pleasurable bite of their inventive pasta dishes and combinations, you'll have to remind yourself that you're in Ridgewood and not somewhere in Campania, Italy. After touring Ridgewood homes for sale, be sure to visit this place and satisfy your cravings with mind-blowing pasta.
Trattoria La Bocca
13 Godwin Ave., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
This cozy BYOB joint is the epitome of rustic Italian classics. Trattoria La Bocca planted itself in Ridgewood back in 2001 and has been going strong ever since. Here, you'll find generations-old recipes steeped in the rich traditions and culture of Sicily, Italy. Pasta is indisputably the highlight of the menu, and the best thing is that it's made fresh daily. Be sure to try Fettucine al Forno with diced chicken diced tomato, Shitake mushrooms, and seasoned bread crumbs. Another favorite is Spaghetti Mare e Terra with clams, shrimp, diced Arugula in a Plum tomato sauce. The delectable food and old-school Italian vibe will keep you coming back for more.
I GEMELLI Restorante Italiano
268 Huyler St., South Hackensack, NJ 07606
When it comes to authentic Italian pasta in a warm setting, I Gemelli Restorante is the place to be. I Gemelli, Italian for twins, has been run by twin brothers for over a decade. The pasta is housemade, so you know it's fresh and delicious. Come here on a date or by yourself and treat your tastebuds to a big plate of Raviolli di Ricotta, Penne Taormina, Garganelli alla Romana, Fettucine alla Bolognese, or Spaghetti Carbonara. Whatever pasta you choose, don't forget to ask for a wine pairing and dessert. They've got all your faves and more than you can imagine.
Trattoria La Sorrentina
7831 Bergenline Ave., North Bergen, NJ 07047
Nestled on the corner of a busy street, Trattoria La Sorrentina has been serving mouth-watering, authentic Italian food since 2003. The neutral tones, open kitchen, and custom tile murals of Sorrento provide a cozy ambiance and make you feel like you're on vacation in Italy. If you decide to head to this spot, you must try the Penne Alla Boscaiola (Penne with onion, sausage, and mushroom in a creamy sauce. There are more than 10 other pasta dishes to choose from.
Que Pasta
326 Market St., Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
This cozy Saddle Brook restaurant is known for its innovative, freshly made pasta. All their gnocchi, penne, tortellini, and ravioli are made in-house using extra-fancy Durham flour. Que Pasta produces only small batches to ensure quality and goes on to support them with their signature homemade sauces, ranging from spicy cream of leek sauce to brown sherry sauce. You'll also find a seafood medley, tender veal, or pan-seared chicken to complete your pasta dish. In fall, they make seasonal pastas, such as pumpkin-filled ravioli or ravioli stuffed with cranberries, roasted turkey, and walnuts. Que Pasta also serves beer and wine.
On those days when nothing will satisfy you more than a heaping bowl of pasta, noodle your way around Bergen County to these jaw-dropping pasta joints. If you're looking for a home in the Ridgewood area, contact us today. Our agents would love to help you find the perfect home and introduce you to local spots that help make the area an even nicer place to live.
