Pasta Vino — Restaurant in Middletown

We visited Pasta Vino on a Sunday evening around 8 PM and waited about 5 minutes to be seated. It’s a small, intimate restaurant with limited capacity, so a short wait felt expected. The ambiance was warm (literally)—they have an open kitchen, which adds a nice touch visually but made the dining room quite hot. There didn’t seem to be any AC, which brought the ambiance rating down for us—6/10.

Our server was friendly, but not very helpful when it came to recommendations. Since it was our first visit, we asked about wine and menu suggestions, but the responses were vague and centered on “it depends on your taste,” which didn’t give us much direction.

For appetizers, we started with the Bruschetta Al Pomodoro ($15), which was excellent—8.5/10. The cherry tomatoes were vibrant and fresh, and the flavors had a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy. Slightly pricey for the portion, but worth it if you’re a tomato fan.

We also tried the Mediterranea salad ($11 + MKT price for lobster), which was fresh, well-balanced, and generous in lobster. I’d rate it a solid 8/10 for both flavor and portion.

For main courses: • I had the Tonnarelli Pomodoro ($22 + lobster at MKT price). The portion was satisfying, and the flavors were nice and clean—7.5/10. • My husband got the Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe ($22 + $9 grilled chicken), which unfortunately missed the mark—6/10. The flavor didn’t really stand out, and the dish felt underwhelming overall. • Our friend ordered the Eggplant Parmigiana ($26) and absolutely loved it. The portion was decent and the flavors were rich and comforting—9/10.

As for wine, we tried two bottles: • The Ratti Nebbiolo red wine ($60) was okay—7/10, not particularly memorable. • The Bartenura Moscato d’Asti ($38) was a winner. Cold, sweet, and refreshing, especially considering how warm it was inside. It’s also my personal favorite white wine—10/10.

Overall, it was a good experience, though not quite up to our expectations. The prices were reasonable for the area and portion sizes. While we probably wouldn’t go out of our way to return, it’s worth a visit if you’re nearby and looking for classic Italian fare in a...

If you’re looking for authentic Italian food on Aquidneck Island, Pasta Vino is it. After trips to central and northern Italy in the past couple of years, my wife and I have been searching for something that measures up, and tonight, we found it. We started with Burrata and Caprese salads and fresh focaccia bread. Everything was incredibly fresh and light, a great way to begin the meal. For our entrees, we ordered Carbonara, Lasagna, and Veggie Lasagna. Each dish was fantastic, and we couldn’t pick a favorite.

We didn’t get a chance to try dessert because we were too full, but the quality of everything else makes me confident it’s worth coming back for. While we didn’t sample the wine, they did offer Italian staples like Limoncello and Aperol Spritz, which added to the authentic feel of the menu.

The service was warm and friendly, and there was plenty of parking, which is always appreciated on the Island. The only slight downside is the location in a strip mall, and the inside is small, with tables that feel a bit basic. Still, the food and service far outweighed those details.

This restaurant is an excellent addition to the area, and I’m thrilled to have found a spot that reminds me so much of the incredible meals we had in Italy. We’ll...

The name of Aquidneck Avenue's newest addition says it all: 'Pasta Vino'. The Owner and staff are warm and friendly and service is attentive. The food is middle of the road quality southern Italian. The olive oil is inexpensive and peppery. The bread is thick and doughy. The red wine was at a fair price point but sitting a mere ten feet from a 500 degree oven rendered it much too warm. The atmosphere is fun, bordering on silly. It's as if a non-Italian was asked to design an Italian restaurant. Black and white posters of the Rat Pack and others adorn the walls. The amply loud music features Dean Martin belting out "When the moon hits your eye....." All the Italian cliches. That said, the price point is reasonable and the area needs more restaurants. A drape at the door would be nice as the entire restaurant turned frigid with each new visitor. This was our second visit so we gave it a fair shot. Look past the inflated grades listed here by others to manage your expectations. Again, lovely people who are clearly working hard. Plan on...