I've eaten here a couple of times and really like the menu layout and food. I love Italian food and this place is really good at it. The only reason I gave it a 4 instead of 5 is the ambiance. Window air conditioners are noisy and spoil the otherwise nice, cozy atmosphere. I'll go back though. As I said, love the food!
(4)
Elizabeth P.
Worst Italian in decades. Ordered fettuccine Alfredo. Fettuccine was limp, soggy with a sauce that was overpowered with a taste of raw garlic and no distinguishable cheese. Had questions before meal and had specifically requested the pasta "al dente". Waitress ignored us as I sat not eating. No attempt to ask about meal even when I chose not to box the entree to take home after trying two bites. Stay away.
(1)
Dan H.
I was impressed with the depth of the menu in this small town Italian eatery (though Dorset is the so-called Restaurant Capital of the World). The menu is broken into olive oil based dishes, cream sauced dishes and specialties including an interesting variety of seafood dishes. We really like all the entrees that we ordered (mushroom ravioli and cannelloni), but when we got to dessert and ordered the chocolate lasagna, we were disappointed. It was a very tall slice of what tasted like Duncan Hines cake with super-sweet chocolate frosting. Way too large and way too generic. I give La Pasta 4-stars because the main meal and drinks were fine and the ambiance was quiet and comfy. Overall, an enjoyable experience.
(4)
Beady D. D.
This is my favorite place to eat - consistently high quality, good services and a good wine list for its size.
(5)
Greg C.
It was simply amazing ...all around !!! Would come back again and again All four diners went away pleased Halibut , chicken Marsala The neat !!!!
(5)
Ted R.
What an amazing Italian restaurant. The menu is huge with so many selections. It has a good wine list as well. Very unique place as the dining room is set up nice and you would never know you were in Dorset MN. You pay in the grocery store which is really unique to say the least. I had the Sicilian shrimp over linguini which came with fresh hot bread sticks and a salad. My wife had the asparagus lasagna which was fantastic. All pasta is fresh and we were told made from scratch. We had a bottle of Pinot Noir to compliment the entrees. I would highly recommend this restaurant and would return again when is the area.
(5)
Robin A.
This is a hidden gem. Everything was fabulous. Had the canonelli with salad and caprise. Wonderfully quaint atmosphere.
(5)
Nancy J.
There is no place in Minnesota or anywhere as quaint as this small intimate location for an extraordinary touch of homemade pasta. The salad dressing it's your first hint ... drizzled our poured on a crisp salad that is accompanied by warm breadsticks. However; each entree is well crafted. My favorite is the asparagus lasagna. The owner/chef makes this herself and it is extraordinary. Please leave one for me!!!!
(5)
Ernie M.
Great start to summer ! Fantastic food, atmosphere, & staff. You will enjoy yourself I promise.
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Specialities
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
DJ W.
I've eaten here a couple of times and really like the menu layout and food. I love Italian food and this place is really good at it. The only reason I gave it a 4 instead of 5 is the ambiance. Window air conditioners are noisy and spoil the otherwise nice, cozy atmosphere. I'll go back though. As I said, love the food!
(4)Elizabeth P.
Worst Italian in decades. Ordered fettuccine Alfredo. Fettuccine was limp, soggy with a sauce that was overpowered with a taste of raw garlic and no distinguishable cheese. Had questions before meal and had specifically requested the pasta "al dente". Waitress ignored us as I sat not eating. No attempt to ask about meal even when I chose not to box the entree to take home after trying two bites. Stay away.
(1)Dan H.
I was impressed with the depth of the menu in this small town Italian eatery (though Dorset is the so-called Restaurant Capital of the World). The menu is broken into olive oil based dishes, cream sauced dishes and specialties including an interesting variety of seafood dishes. We really like all the entrees that we ordered (mushroom ravioli and cannelloni), but when we got to dessert and ordered the chocolate lasagna, we were disappointed. It was a very tall slice of what tasted like Duncan Hines cake with super-sweet chocolate frosting. Way too large and way too generic. I give La Pasta 4-stars because the main meal and drinks were fine and the ambiance was quiet and comfy. Overall, an enjoyable experience.
(4)Beady D. D.
This is my favorite place to eat - consistently high quality, good services and a good wine list for its size.
(5)Greg C.
It was simply amazing ...all around !!! Would come back again and again All four diners went away pleased Halibut , chicken Marsala The neat !!!!
(5)Ted R.
What an amazing Italian restaurant. The menu is huge with so many selections. It has a good wine list as well. Very unique place as the dining room is set up nice and you would never know you were in Dorset MN. You pay in the grocery store which is really unique to say the least. I had the Sicilian shrimp over linguini which came with fresh hot bread sticks and a salad. My wife had the asparagus lasagna which was fantastic. All pasta is fresh and we were told made from scratch. We had a bottle of Pinot Noir to compliment the entrees. I would highly recommend this restaurant and would return again when is the area.
(5)Robin A.
This is a hidden gem. Everything was fabulous. Had the canonelli with salad and caprise. Wonderfully quaint atmosphere.
(5)Nancy J.
There is no place in Minnesota or anywhere as quaint as this small intimate location for an extraordinary touch of homemade pasta. The salad dressing it's your first hint ... drizzled our poured on a crisp salad that is accompanied by warm breadsticks. However; each entree is well crafted. My favorite is the asparagus lasagna. The owner/chef makes this herself and it is extraordinary. Please leave one for me!!!!
(5)Ernie M.
Great start to summer ! Fantastic food, atmosphere, & staff. You will enjoy yourself I promise.
(5)