Hearsay Gastro Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

1. Hearsay Gastro Lounge

8.2
218 Travis St (at Congress St), Houston, TX
New American Restaurant · 105 tips and reviews

Erika Y.Erika Yanez: the mac and cheese is the best!

Alexander G.Alexander Garza: I ordered The Byrd burger and 4 Cheese Macaroni for lunch. Great meal, great service, nice atmosphere, love the history of the building.

Jamie H.Jamie Hoang: Ask for Mark. Greatest server ever! Had good suggestions and humor. Had a delightful dinner. Try the Mac & cheese and duck quesadillas.

Birraporetti's is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

2. Birraporetti's

7.9
500 Louisiana St (Prairie St), Houston, TX
Italian Restaurant · 39 tips and reviews

Crystal M.Crystal M.: My favorites are straw and hay and the capellini primavera. This Houston institution never disappoints. Within walking distance from the theatre district so perfect for a meal before the show.

Rachel T.Rachel Turner: The fettuccine Alfredo is so delicious, also my live says the lasagna as well! They deliver so that is great and can order online.

Liza G.Liza Greene: Straw & Hay pasta is the best!

McCormick & Schmick's is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

3. McCormick & Schmick's

8.3
1201 Fannin St, Houston, TX
Seafood Restaurant · 48 tips and reviews

Damien M.Damien Milton: Order the seafood Mac n cheese!!! Its no longer on the menu but it goes FED!!!

Shawna F.Shawna Florida: The blackened chicken linguini is Delish! And it's on the "10 for $10" menu

Howard H.Howard Huffstutler: Frito Misto for starter and Maine Lobster Mac & Cheese for dinner. This is will not disappoint! ;-)

Perbacco is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

4. Perbacco

8.6
700 Milam St, Houston, TX
Italian Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

CultureMap HoustonCultureMap Houston: Serving affordable and authentic pasta and seafood downtown, Perbacco offers counter service and traditional dining that belies the excellence of the food.

Melissa L.Melissa Lawless: The penne primavera is delicious! I would highly recommend it for vegetarians!

Houston PressHouston Press: Perbacco is a downtown hole-in-the-wall Italian restaurant that's popular for a quick counter-service lunch or pre-theater supper. Read more.

Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

5. Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse

8.6
1510 Texas St (at La Branch St.), Houston, TX
Steakhouse · 98 tips and reviews

Amanda A.Amanda A.: The creme brulee is too shallow and too sweet. The mac and cheese is nice and cheesy. Get it.

Laura C.Laura Chan: Best of Houston 2011 - Top 5 Mac & Cheese - #2

Laura C.Laura Chan: Houston Press 2012 Favorite Dishes - Macaroni & Cheese

Huynh Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

6. Huynh Restaurant

9.0
912 St Emanuel St, Houston, TX
Vietnamese Restaurant · 85 tips and reviews

Robert R.Robert Rodriguez: Chicken vermicelli, Vietnamese rolls.

megan l.megan liken: Excellent service! Great food. Really enjoyed the beef vermicelli!

Shane K.Shane Kelly: Vermicelli bowls are terrific here

Tiny Champions is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

7. Tiny Champions

7.9
2617 McKinney St, Houston, TX
Italian Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

zbzb: Yo, that linguine pasta is too baller. Don’t forget a scoop of mint ice cream and almond citrus cake. U welcome!

Martin S.Martin Slusarz: EVERYTHING WAS LUCIOUS! Salads, Pasta, Pizza- all to die for! Ambience, service, and menu options all excellent. Neat, clean and friendly- GO HERE FOR SURE.

Amy .Amy 🍽: The risotto was yum! But the ravioli was undercooked. The greens pizza was overcooked and tasted bitter. Must try the butter beans!

Quattro is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

8. Quattro

7.9
1300 Lamar St (Austin St), Houston, TX
Italian Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: Chef Ferrarese's signature short rib ravioli with black truffle and corn purée is a favorite, as are his perfectly executed risotto dishes. Sunday brunch is a popular draw, too, with a lavish buffet!

Melania S.Melania Spagnoli: Great pasta dishes! Very nice atmosphere 😊

CultureMap HoustonCultureMap Houston: For a special occasion, reserve the Chef’s Table, an inviting Tuscan-ish room with a fascinating view of the kitchen.

Cafe TH is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

9. Cafe TH

8.5
2108 Pease St, Houston, TX
Vietnamese Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Adam M.Adam Miner: Vermicelli with shrimp was really great.

Brian G.Brian Gaspard: The vegan vermicelli and rice bowls are delicious!

Frank C.Frank Caruso: Musts. 1. Seafood pho 2. Banh mi Thit pork 3. Dinners on Thursday and Friday ..... Minh is the best

Embassy Suites by Hilton is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton

8.8
1515 Dallas St (at La Branch St.), Houston, TX
Hotel · 15 tips and reviews

Scott R.Scott Rudolph: Brand new menu today has a vegan pasta entrée!

ᴡ M.ᴡ Meyer: Very comfortable hotel, great service, and AWESOME hot breakfast buffet with omelets!

Carla C.Carla C: Super comfy rooms and the breakfast and happy hour are awesome!!

Bombay Pizza Co. is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

11. Bombay Pizza Co.

8.1
914 Main St Ste 105 (Walker St), Houston, TX
Pizzeria · 80 tips and reviews

Akbar D.Akbar Dosani: Gonzo fettucini extra spicy is amazing

Christian W.Christian W: Lasagna. Nice spicy sauce

Giancarlo Z.Giancarlo Z: Bests pizza ever. Try the Gateway to India and the Slumdog. Don't forget dessert. 5 stars!

Kim Son Restaurant - Downtown is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

12. Kim Son Restaurant - Downtown

8.3
2001 Jefferson St (Chartres), Houston, TX
Vietnamese Restaurant · 47 tips and reviews

Kireau K.Kireau Kendrick: get the Killer Special! bbq combo steak shrimp chicken on vermicelli. best bbq beef!

Houston PressHouston Press: The charbroiled Vietnamese fajitas are a fusion of both the old and new worlds, and the Vietnamese crepes, garlic butter fried shrimp and sugarcane shrimp are not to be missed.

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Barnaby's Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

13. Barnaby's Cafe

7.4
801 Congress St (Milam St), Houston, TX
Café · 18 tips and reviews

Dena F.Dena Florida: Portions are huge. Try the Mac and cheese for sure

Charity W.Charity Waltmon: BEST place to get dessert and lunch. The burgers and lasagna are to DIE for! Plus we are very DOG friendly

Chastity D.Chastity Davis: Waffle fries with blue cheese fondue is a must

Frank's Pizza is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

14. Frank's Pizza

8.8
417 Travis St (btw Preston & Prairie), Houston, TX
Pizzeria · 97 tips and reviews

Shaista A.Shaista Ali: Definitely best pizza and lasagna in Houston!!

Ben Z.Ben Zell: Great crust. Huge slices. Very New York style. Best pizza in Houston.

Craig HlavatyCraig Hlavaty: Do nose drugs upstairs in the corner while you watch people eat.

The Grove is one of The 15 Best Places for Pasta in Downtown Houston, Houston.

15. The Grove

8.6
1611 Lamar St (Dallas), Houston, TX
New American Restaurant · 74 tips and reviews

Elizabeth B.Elizabeth Burstein: Delicious filet mignon. Decent pomegranate margarita. Good mac and cheese starters and yummy deviled eggs

Ken P.Ken Pierre II: Great place to brunch in Houston! Also a great place to experience with a group of friends! Service is excellent here!

Houston PressHouston Press: Enjoy an upscale dinner inside the architecturally stunning Grove, which provides a beautiful view onto the park by day or night.