Cincinnati｜Super Cozy Traditional Handmade Pasta 🇮🇹❤️

Found an incredibly affordable Italian restaurant in downtown Cincinnati 🍴🇮🇹! We ordered two pastas + bread + shrimp — only about $30+ per person! All about the pasta 🍝 — and this place stays true to traditional handmade pasta with rich, fresh sauces. The vibe is warm and welcoming, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Inspired by the founder’s grandfather’s dinners, they aim to make every guest feel at home 🏡. Their Instagram is full of delicious food pics too! 1️⃣ Spicy Vodka Pasta Made with Mezze pasta — small, chewy bites (don’t worry, it’s not undercooked!). It’s gently spicy, and I asked for extra chili flakes and cheese 🧀🔥. No meat, but so flavorful you’ll want to lick the plate! Portion looks modest but fills you up perfectly. The vodka sauce is my absolute favorite — perfect for a Chinese palate 😋👌. If you like spice and can’t decide, just go for this! 2️⃣ The Sunday Sauce Classic Spaghetti in a rich, balanced tomato‑meat sauce — not too acidic, not too herby (just a sprinkle of parsley). Comes with two kinds of pork: a meatball and braised pork shoulder — tender, flavorful, and fall‑apart delicious 🐖🍅. 3️⃣ Grilled Shrimp 🍤 Big, fresh shrimp grilled and served with Mexican salsa verde (tomatillo, jalapeño, onion, lime, cilantro) — bright, zesty, and refreshing. A first‑time try for me, and I loved it! 4️⃣ The Dunk (Bread) An unusual bread service — comes with olive oil, vinegar, and herbs instead of butter. The oil flavor was too strong for my taste, but the bread itself is decent — crusty, hearty, though a bit dry 🥖🫒. #Cincinnati #OhioFood #ExploreCincinnati #CincinnatiEats #ItalianPasta #HandmadePasta #MeatSaucePasta 🍝✨