Craft Pasta Torino — Restaurant in Tokyo

You absolutely have to try this place! We stumbled upon Craft Pasta Torino in the charming Monzen-Nakacho area, and it was one of the best meals of our trip. It's a cozy, family-run spot with a wonderfully welcoming vibe. The main event is the house-made pasta. It's artisanal and has this amazing, slightly chewy texture that's unlike any pasta we've had back home. It's incredibly fresh and satisfying. Here’s what our family loved: The Beef Ragu: A must-try! The sauce was rich and hearty, and it clung perfectly to the thick, handmade noodles. A guaranteed hit with both kids and adults. Zeppole (Fried Dough): These little fried dough balls were so addictive! They're crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, with a savory seaweed flavor. A perfect starter to share. Generous Portions: You will not leave hungry. The portions are very generous for the price, which was a pleasant surprise in Tokyo. It’s a small restaurant and clearly a local favorite, so I’d definitely recommend making a reservation. The owners are a lovely husband-and-wife team who make you feel right at home. If you're looking for an authentic, delicious, and family-friendly Italian meal away from the super touristy spots, Craft Pasta Torino is the perfect choice. We’re already planning...

Walk-in solo diner here. This is a very local place, there is no English on the menu so come prepared with a translator app. Couple running the restaurant was kind and passionate. Was thoroughly impressed with the wide selection on the menu.

However, I think this is where it can be hit or miss because the chef is a one-man show and seemed to struggle keeping up. Bits of my pasta was probably about 60 seconds undercooked, which ruined it partially. Felt like the chef was rushing to fulfil due to a full house.

I'm guessing this place works better if you booked and picked your dishes in advance. Otherwise, an added pair of hands in the kitchen or a more focused menu would do the trick.

4 stars as the menu looked really authentic and I could see customers enjoying themselves. Would give it another chance next time I feel like having homey Italian cooking,...

Am I still in Japan or is this a portal into Italy? Absolutely incredible authentic home-cooked cuisine. All by one chef. Outstanding depth of flavour to the pasta sauces and unbelievable generosity to the serving sizes. The value here is outrageous - 3 course set meal with freshly sliced cold meats, crisp vegetable salad with smoked salmon and fresh egg last for