Pasta Knows Exactly What It Is
Wynwood’s no-nonsense Italian spot makes carbs the main character
The name is Pasta. That’s it. Not “Nonna’s Table” or “Osteria Something.” Just Pasta. At first it feels almost like a prank, but once the food starts landing on the table, the simplicity makes sense. You come here for pasta. You leave here thinking about pasta. Mission accomplished.
The chefs, Juan Manuel Umbert and Janice Buraschi, already pulled this off in Lima before bringing their version of handmade Italian noodles to Miami last fall. Almost a year in, it’s clear this wasn’t just hype. The place works.
The Space: It’s Wynwood, so yes, there are the requisite exposed ducts and brick walls. But the open kitchen steals the show. The counter seats are basically dinner and a cooking demo rolled into one. The rest of the room is lined with banquettes, buzzy with groups sharing bottles of wine and bowls of carbs.
What to Eat & Drink: Start with the stracciatella. It’s creamy and rich, the kind of dish you’ll keep dipping into until you realize you’ve basically eaten it all yourself. The razor clams are the sleeper hit. Long shells topped with housemade ’nduja and salsa verde that pack heat and tang in the same bite. Even my clam-averse friend was on board.
The yellowfin tuna tartare might be the most interesting plate here. Tossed with aji amarillo and egg yolk, it has this unexpected carbonara vibe that makes it way more memorable than the average tartare.
Then the main event: the pici cacio e pepe. Thick, chewy noodles that feel like they were rolled just for you, slicked in cheese and pepper. It’s simple, it’s perfect, and it’ll ruin you for bad versions elsewhere. The Agnolotti di funghi with butter and 36 month parmigiano reggiano made with Peruvian corn cappellacci adds sweetness, while the pappardelle with braised beef cheek goes heavy and rich. Pick your lane, or order both and trade forkfuls.
For dessert, you can’t go wrong. The cheesecake is bold, dense, and unapologetically cheesy. The pistachio torta is nutty and just sweet enough. Get both if you can still move.
Perfect For: Dates when you want to look like you know a cool new spot. A carb-heavy night with friends. Or the moment when you just give in and let pasta be dinner, again.
Pro Tips: Book ahead on Resy. Counter seats are the move if you actually like watching chefs work instead of scrolling Instagram between bites.
Expect to Pay: Around $120 to $140 per person with drinks.
How’s the parking? Wynwood parking is still Wynwood parking. A couple of lots, some street spots, and a whole lot of frustration. Just call an Uber.
@pasta.us // 124 NW 28th St., Wynwood