A guide to the best pasta restaurants in Singapore and what to order there

Craving a hearty bowl of pasta? You’re not alone. After all, few things are as satisfying as this indulgent yet comforting Italian classic. Fortunately, Singapore is brimming with Italian spots that are sure to satisfy this craving. 

In Singapore, you have beloved pasta spots like Scarpetta and Pasta Bar, known for their handmade pastas cooked al dente. But, don’t dismiss the hole-in-the-wall trattorias like Pastaria Abate, which offer hearty bowls made from recipes passed through generations. For those looking for bowls with a unique twist, you have spots like Sio Pasta and Pastaro that put unique twists on classics. Whether you’re after traditional, time-honoured classics or looking for an innovative interpretation, there’s no shortage of restaurants in Singapore to get your share of this beloved Italian carb.

With so many restaurants to choose from, of course, some stand out more than others. To save you from the agony of indecision, we share some of the best pasta spots in Singapore and what to order there.

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Best pasta restaurants in Singapore and what to order there

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This family-run Italian trattoria is loved for its traditional homestyle Italian fare. Its pasta is handmade daily using traditional methods that have been passed down through generations. On the menu, you’ll find traditional flavours, like the Carbonara, Spaghetti Vongole, and Oxtail Tagliatelle. The latter sees oxtail that has been slow braised in red wine for 16 hours until fork-tender and paired with al-dente tagliatelle. Beyond pasta, the trattoria also serves up hearty mains like the Martini Grilled Pork, an Italian-American dish that sees tender pork loin grilled and glazed in an Italian martini sauce.

What to order: Carbonara (S$38.80), Oxtail Tagliatelle (S$42.80)

Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday, 11:30am – 10:30pm 
Friday to Saturday, 11:30am – 11pm 

(Image credit: Pastaria Abate / Facebook)

2 /8

For pasta lovers, Scarpetta needs no introduction. Attracting long queues since it opened, this beloved pasta bar is known for its handmade noodles. The menu is simple, with a handful of dishes to choose from, including the Spicy Alla Vodka that features spicy rigatoni that has been baked to achieve a slightly charred and crispy finish. If it’s your first visit, try the All’Assassina — prepared risotto-style (raw noodles cooked in a tomato sauce until crispy and flavourful), this dish is bold, spicy and caramelised.

What to order: Spicy Alla Vodka (S$21), All’Assassina (S$18)

Opening hours: Monday to Tuesday, 11:30am – 2:30pm; 6pm – 10:30pm 
Wednesday, 11:30am – 2:30pm; 6pm – 11pm 
Thursday to Saturday, 11:30am – 2:30pm; 6pm – 11:30pm 
Closed on Sundays and Mondays

(Image credit: @scarpetta.sg / Instagram)

3 /8

Visit chef Nancy Silverton’s Osteria Mozza Singapore for Californian-Italian fare (think pizzas, pastas, and more). Here, pastas are handmade in-house and cooked al dente. Go for its All-Pasta Tasting Menu, which seats you at the restaurant’s Mozzarella Bar for a front row view of chefs preparing each dish. The five-course pasta menu takes you through a selection of indulgent dishes. Anticipate plates like the deeply savoury duck ragu paired with Maltagliati (a pasta shape typical of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region), and the Mafaldine All’Amatriciana. The latter is a Roman-style pasta dish featuring mafaldine noodles tossed in a thick tomato-based sauce.

What to order: All-Pasta Tasting Menu (S$88)

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 12pm – 2:30pm; 3pm – 10pm
Saturday, 12:30pm – 3:30 pm; 5pm – 10 pm
Sunday, 12pm – 2:30 pm; 5pm – 10 pm

(Image credit: Osteria Mozza Singapore / Facebook)

4 /8

Internationally acclaimed chef Massimo Bottura’s Singapore concept Torno Subito serves up a menu that celebrates the specialities of the Emilia-Romagna region. Along with traditional flavours, look forward to unique interpretations of Italian classics. The Tortellino is a signature that features handmade mini stuffed pasta bathed in a creamy sauce made from 36-months-aged Parmigiano Reggiano. Another classic is the Stricchetti Al Ragu, which features traditional stricchetti pasta (pinched bowties or butterfly-shaped pasta) tossed in a rich hand-chopped Wagyu cheek ragu.

What to order: Tortellino (S$48)

Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 12pm – 3pm; 5:30pm – 10pm 
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays

(Image credit: @tornosubitosg / Instagram)

5 /8

Tokyo’s Michelin-recognised Sio Aoyama has opened its latest concept Sio Pasta in Singapore’s Raffles City. You won’t find traditional Italian flavours here, but rather pasta dishes with a Japanese twist. You’ll want to go for the Fried Egg, Cheese, Salted Kelp pasta, a deceptively simple plate that’s umami-filled, light, and comforting. Mentaiko fans can go for The Best Mentaiko Pasta, a seasonal creation that’s tossed in a creamy mentaiko sauce, and topped with nori and even more mentaiko.

What to order: Fried Egg, Cheese, Salted Kelp (S$13.80)

Opening hours: Daily, 11am – 10pm

(Image credit: @siopasta.singapore / Instagram)

6 /8

Chef Willin Low brings his Mod-Sin cuisine to Pastaro with a menu that features pasta dishes with a unique Singaporean twist — think crispy pork lard, miso, and ayam buah keluak. Try the Laksa Pesto Spaghetti, a beloved favourite from chef Low’s now-shuttered Wild Rocket, featuring handmade pasta tossed in a rich, punchy laksa pesto sauce. The fiery dish has also been elevated, swapping tiger prawns with slipper lobster.

What to order: Carbonara (S$24), Laksa Pesto Spaghetti (S$28)

Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 11am – 3pm; 5:30pm – 10pm
Closed on Mondays

(Image credit: Pastaro / Facebook)

7 /8

Here, pasta is crafted from traditional family recipes passed down through generations. Each batch is handmade daily using a blend of semolina and 00 flours, combined with eggs, egg yolk, and water. Its latest Spring and Summer Menu puts the spotlight on brighter flavours, seasonal ingredients, and lighter sauces. Anticipate plates like the umami-filled Sea Urchin Tagliolini that’s topped with Japanese Bafun uni and tobiko; potato gnocchi bathed in a roasted pepper sauce; and carbonara prepared tableside when you order for two.

What to order: Truffle Fettuccine (S$46), Sea Urchin Tagliolini (S$48)

Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 12pm – 3pm; 6pm – 10pm
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays

(Image credit: Pasta Bar / Facebook)

8 /8

Head to Fico for comforting Italian classics. The menu offers a selection of sharing plates, from focaccia to handmade pasta. Anticipate decadent plates of noodles, like the Ravioli Parma Ham and Mortadella, Linguine Vongole, and Cacio e Pepe. Order a double portion of the latter, and it comes served table-side from a pecorino wheel. While you’re here, don’t forget to visit the pasta counter to see how the chefs prepare fresh pasta.

What to order: Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe (S$26)

Opening hours: Monday, Wednesday, 5:30pm – 10:30pm 
Thursday, 11:30am – 3pm; 5:30pm – 10:30pm
Friday to Sunday, 11:30am – 10:30pm

(Image credit: Fico / Facebook)