Best Pastas in KL

Here’s another food joint that just screams, “PORK!” Located at Bangsar Village 1, this porky place is spacious and comfortable. Makes you in the mood for a great comforting meal such as a creamy pasta. Their signature pasta here is The Wolf’s Favourite. A creamy combination of loads of smoky pork bacon and mushrooms, topped with a perfectly runny poached egg. You know the first step, spear the eggy dome and let it tie the dish together. Everything is perfect except it being a little too dry. If you can’t get enough of meats, order their ribs as well. 

Skillet at 163’s version of the wild mushroom penne is probably one of the best there is in town. The depth of flavour from the creamy mushroom sauce is nothing but phenomenal. It’s rich, savoury and packed full of earthiness. The penne is also done to absolutely al-dente with an adequate portion, where the choice of penne was perfect for the coating of the sauce and hearty toppings. Absolutely delicious, this is definitely worth going for. Also, do store some space for desserts. Considering the cosy and comforting ambience, if your partner is an Italian food lover, this is the place to be. 

Breadfruit’s Brunch Pasta w 7 min Egg pasta is no stranger to the locals, making a name for itself with rich and creamy textures, combined with fragrant and vibrant ingredients. It comes in a generous portion of a mix of chopped bacon, mushrooms, pieces of chopped tomatoes, fresh rocket leaves and served in an appetising light carbonara sauce. The dish is designed to taste exceptionally flavoursome when complemented with those ingredients, churning out a sensation of savoury and umami to your taste buds. Wrap up your meal with their fresh juices. 

La Risata is a gorgeous Italian restaurant that is homely with dim lighting and incredibly sinful food! Established back in 1999, La Risata is one of the best Italian restaurants around. Consistent in their flavouring and cooking, one of the recommended pastas here is their Spaghetti Ala Risata. It’s baked in foil with hearty tomato sauce, full of seafood varieties such as squid, prawns, mussels and clams. It also has a bit of chilli in it, so it gives that extra kick to the tongue. Looking at the ambience, we have also ranked it as one of the most romantic restaurants around.

There are a few key elements to a good plate of spaghetti – the sauce, the pasta and of course, the added meat or seafood. It’s not common for anyone to successfully achieve all 3 but Neroteca is definitely one of them. Serving not only one of the most perfectly cooked spaghetti (al-dente), but a good balance in its tomato base sauce and possibly a set of the freshest seafood around. Worked perfectly in harmony with exceptional taste and texture! Oh yes, to sweeten up your meal, end your meal with their tiramisu. 

Chez Leoniel is what we would consider a hidden gem. Located deep within the fortress of Alliance Francaise KL, Chez Leoniel is a French bakery and cafe, offering fresh pastries, cakes and of course, delectable French cuisine. Possibly one of the most balanced spaghetti bolognese that we've had. The flavour wasn't as rich as other restaurants but we could certainly taste the individual components at its best. Well coated with just the right portion and pasta cooked beautifully (al-dente), you have to give this pasta a shot. Besides that, considering the cosy and relaxing interior, grab some French soda and linger a little longer. 

Nothing screams more scrumptious than a serving of succulent Teriyaki Chicken on your plate of hearty pasta. That’s right, Peekaboo’s Teriyaki Chicken Pasta is one dish you will not want to miss out on. This well marinated chicken chop is full of sweet and savoury flavours that are well infused and is made to complement the pasta perfectly. A handful of mushrooms and capsicums are also tossed into the dish, giving you more texture and taste. If you’re active in social media, their beautifully decorated interior is sure to draw lots of attention. 

Nooks by Baker Dave is one of the latest additions to the cafe world and has been drawing over diverse crowd, especially in Hartamas. Their interior features a contemporary and edgy design along with fusion cuisines to suit the ambience. One of which includes their pesto pasta. The presentation is nothing short of an aesthetic delight. In terms of flavours, it’s well seasoned and perfectly balance with a nice depth of flavour. The pan-seared chicken topping the haystack of pasta is delicious too. Hearty, healthy and full of flavours are best adjectives to describe this dish. 

According to George Bernard Shaw, "There is no sincerer love than the love of food". This is indeed true when it comes to pasta at Huckleberry Food and Fare! It is because a simple spaghetti turns out to be a pretty flavourful one, with generous slices of house-made duck bacon and a gorgeous Mozzarella-shaped poached egg cooked to perfection. Definitely one of the best indulging experiences that you can get from the featured Duck Bacon and Egg Pasta here! This is a dish that proves don’t be deceived by the humble appearance as the flavours would leave you wanting more.