Pasta Plus in Aberdeen City

Not really sure if I'm missing something here but recent reviews are raving about this "little gem" "fresh family pasta" and we just didn't get it. Sadly sat between an 8 and 4 top which both ordered slightly before us, push our 2 top of starters out first was my thinking..... nope we sat and watched the 8 top get starters and the 4 top get starters and mains!! Thankfully we got moved as our starters arrived (40 mins after sitting down), away from the middle of the two tables. Mediocre brushetta and seafood salad.l, something that I could do at home tbh. An hour and 15 after sitting we get two plates, not bowls, of penne pasta clearly not freshly made, with a trickling of wet sauce that barely coated the pasta. Maybe we got them on a bad night but for me it's a no return. Staff licking fingers behind the deli, chefs serving food with hand towels, door open IN OCTOBER and just no real atmosphere or attention to guests or food for that matter. £43 for 2 starters 2 mains, 1 beer 1 juice and 1 pudding, really good price but for sure it's not value for money if you know what I mean. Defo had a snack when we got home as portions are small.

I visited this little gem when I was working in Aberdeen. Without doubt the best Italian restaurant I’ve ever been in. My wife, girls and mother came to visit me for a weekend and we had a fantastic Saturday night eating perfect food and drinking lovely red wine. Staff were amazing too. Definitely 10/10

Proper home-cooked Italian food. Lovely!

Lovely food and service. Will be back

We go to Pasta Plus every chance we get and it never disappoints. The food is always fresh and tastes great. The atmosphere is lovely, the family run feel makes it feel like you’re in their home. The price is exceptionally good too! Already looking forward to going back!

I've been longing for good pasta after my sabbatical in 2024 in Italy (9 months ago). This was worth the wait. I hesitated ordering lobster ravioli but am very glad I did not! Such a delicate flavour. I often resist dessert but the tiramisu was delicious and light. I will return. Grazie

Excellent, authentic Italian food. Family run business which has been in Aberdeen a long time. Thursday lunchtime and all the tables were occupied. I think there are six or seven so, not to be disappointed, booking might be a good idea. You will not be disappointed by the food.

Small, authentic family run restaurant/ business within the heart of Rosemount, Aberdeen. My partner and I visited one sunny evening in June 2024. I chose spinach & ricotta tortellini and my partner, lobster ravioli. Both delicious were tasty and delicious. We finished off with coffees and browsed the wines and deli products for sale. Cute place. We will definitely be back.

Came here with my boyfriend and can vouch it was a 10/10. A homely feel with the tastiest food! Ravioli was unreal. A must visit if in Aberdeen!

Great little Italian deli with some tables at the back as small restaurant / cafe. Fresh and tasty.

The food was delicious, I had ravioli and tiramisu for dessert and it was absolutely amazing! Great customer service, everyone was friendly and attentive to our table. I will be definitely coming back!

First experience, absolutely blown away, can't fault them, entered with reservation, step daughter recommended, one of the best dining experiences I have had in years. Thank you so much for making our evening perfect

Amazing food! Definitely worth a visit

Lovely wee restaurant with welcoming atmosphere & staff. Food was lovely. Bring your own booze was great & you can also order some from them too Would be a brilliant venue for a party to book. Service was prompt & very amiable. Toilet adequate but could do with a refurbishment. Also has a brilliant deli counter many great Italian foodstuffs & drinks to buy.

We had lobster ravioli and pasta. The sauce’s bland, portion’s not filling at all. Feels like it’s just overrated.

Great little cozy Italian. Feels like you're in your friends kitchen. Highly recommended

It is always amazing. Food and service. Best italian in Aberdeen.

Just stopped on the off chance today, amazing food and service. Great little find.

Fantastic quality food and great service for a brilliant price. Great selection of dairy free options too! I will definitely be back ☺️

So far I’ve only bought produce from the deli counter which is top quality produce for sure. Will definitely be having a meal here in the near future. The service is superb. Little gem of a place 👌🏼

We spend a great time at this place. The pasta was very good and the Expresso the best in Aberdeen. We enjoyed every moment here.

Should call it Wee Italy because it felt a bit of Italy in me

I'm still dreaming about the lunch I had this afternoon. What an awesome food, atmosphere and service. Will definitley recommend anybody to visit.

We've been visiting pasta plus for years now and it is our FAVOURITE place to eat out in Aberdeen. You won't get nicer or more authentic Italian food in Aberdeen. This lil spot in Rosemount is a hidden gem that is a MUST try. The smaller space and more rustic deli look only adds to its charm. We've been here as a couple, taken family, for special occasions and it's always a spot we bring friends who are visiting Aberdeen too. We've never been disappointed and you will always get attentive service and delicious food. A special shout out to Chris who is always so welcoming and accommodating. The bruschetta & caprese salad starters are firm favourites of ours and probably the tastiest we've ever had of each dish (including ones we've had in Italy). Anything us or our guests have tried has always gone down well with a special shout out to the specials board with some incredible pasta dishes that are seasoned to perfection. It would be a crime to not end the meal with the delicious homemade Tiramisu (and perhaps a lil Limoncello) which is absolutely divine and something we often also pick up as a takeaway to enjoy at home too when we walk past and the moment strikes. A lil added bonus is being able to take your own bottle with just a small corkage fee but they do offer a nice selection of drinks that can be purchased directly. Always kept nice and chilled. These small indie, family run businesses are so few and far between in Aberdeen so we truly are lucky to have such a fantastic offering nearby. I urge anyone reading to consider a visit here instead of the bigger chains. You will not be disappointed.

What a great wee hidden gem. Food was great, atmosphere even better. The sweetest family run place

Exceptionally tasty food, well made and presented. A hidden gem.

Great food, great service, great atmosphere. Will definitely be back! One of the best tiramisus I’ve ever had 🤩

Great food and service fantastic. Wish we could stayed longer but out Grand Daughter was just born and we had to leave quickly but will be back

Great food and staff were lovely and welcoming. A real hidden gem!

Coziest place I've been to in Aberdeen (despite struggling to keep the cold out). I'd walk in here just to have a look around with the cupboards full of figurines, old fozographs and alike but great food and personable service is also there. Definitely will be back!

Great food as always. Simple neighborhood restaurant, really friendly staff. Tiramisu is amazing

I shopped at the Italian delicatessen part of the restaurant. It was well stocked with cheeses and deli meats. I got mozzarella, burrata, guanciale, pepperoni, Mutti sauce and a few cannoli for desert of course. Perfect if you have an Ooni pizza oven and want to buy level-up toppings for your pizza 😉

Very friendly place, food was made from scratch and to order so it was very fresh. The menu isn't too complicated but there are specials on offer. There is also a small shop area to buy products. Although it isn't very big it doesn't take away from the authentic experience and I would recommend anyone to visit.

Always great food and great service Back again to the best place to eat in Aberdeen

Have been there a few times. It was very quiet just three tables but food was good as always. Staff always friendly, would reccomend.

Amazing wee place. Cosy little cafe with fantastic pasta and starters. No pretence like other places. You go in for a great bowl of food and do not leave with a critically injured wallet. Very authentic. Look forward to reciting the whole menu throughout the rest of the year. They do takeaway also which is a big bonus.

Pasta was superb. Will be back for sure!

Just had the most ridiculous delicious cheap Italian meal ever. Very small family run restaurant deli. Please don’t let the look put you off. The food here is outrageously good. Simple but well cooked and the best flavours I have eaten in a long time. Please try it if in the area. It’s worth the 10 minute walk from the centre of town. I will be back.

Outstanding food and the owner is brilliant, friendly and funny

Locale piccolo ma Ottimo sembra di tornare nei piccoli negozietti in cui la mamma ci mandava a fare spesa quando eravamo piccoli....proprietari molto educati ed accoglienti....cibo ottimo....che dire se passate da Aberdeen fate un salto da pasta plus .... complimenti continuate così

Excellent food, wine and service as always. Would definitely recommend the bruscetta and the prawn and scallop ravioli

Best place for bruschetta and pasta in town. Chef if very charming too ;)

Ottima cucina italiana , bravo e simpatico Christian ,buono anche il caffè

The pasta here was NOT a plus. Perhaps peruse some place within another proximity.

Wonderful authentic Italian at a great price!

Lovely small restaurant in Rosemount, very relaxed atmosphere and really nice authentic Italian food. Great menu choice.

This was an amazing meal! Fab service, great beer and beautiful food! Very quirky little shop with some sneaky tables up the back! Perfect!

Food great as always fresh Authentic and great portions. and served with a smile. Francesco is a wonderful human being you will never have someone as friendly. We will continue to visit once a week absolutely loves this place!

We booked Pasta Plus for my father's birthday lunch. The food was delicious and of high quality; we were left wanting more! Chris managed to put a birthday touch on our meal and it was very much appreciated. There is also a range of fresh produce to buy. We will definitely be back soon. Thank you.

Went to sit down for lunch , freshly made dishes , great service and delicious food . The tiramisu is to die for ! Will definitely be back

Food great as always and service with a smile. Francesco is a wonderful human being. Authentic food and great portions. We will continue to visit onces a week absolutely love this place!

Popped in for some deli items - Guanciale and Pecorino to make an authentic Carbonara at home. The service was great, the owner was very friendly and full of advice. I'll be going back to try the food next time. Let's support our local high street businesses during these tough times, all protocols were followed.

We ordered a few different pizzas for takeaway and were amazed with both taste and quality! Would definitely recommend for takeaways fro a night in, over any other place in Aberdeen. The restaurant looks very authentic with a lot of Italian decor, unfortunately due to the lockdown we couldn’t eat there.

I have just had the most delicious bruschetta and ravioli (scallop and prawn) from Pasta Plus. My best lockdown meal yet - could devour it all over again. Many thanks to Pasta Plus!

Looks so understated from the outside but this little down to earth cafe/restaurant/deli really delivers. Not the most extensive menu but what they serve is top quality and amazing value.

Have been visiting this hidden gem for years, lovely food, lovely owners and so relaxed! Book in as you won’t be disappointed!

Family meal tonight in pasta plus Aberdeen . The most amazing food and service . Vongole was just the best ever . Don’t bother with chain pizza places . This is the real deal . Authentic Italian experience in a small restaurant . Forget union square guys , can’t wait to go back !

Visited this restaurant last week with friends and it did not disappoint It is quite small but very personalised service and excellent choices in the menu as well as a full list of specials - the seafood pasta and lobster raviolis in particular were out of this worldEverything appears to be cooked to order and this is apparent in the tasteService excellent - everyone friendly and chefs do everything, not just the cookingThe mixed plates of appetisers (salami, prosciutto and cheeses) are great for sharing at a large table but be aware the plates are huge - but exceptionally goodThe front part of the restaurant is a deli where you can buy some of the produceHighly recommended

Am not sure why it has taken me so long to discover this fabulous Italian restaurant. Excellent food, wine and service - and a great atmosphere too. An authentic Italian experience in Aberdeen. I will be back - and hopefully not before too long.

Tuvimos un almuerzo maravilloso aquí el sábado. El tortellini ai porcini fue genial con una deliciosa salsa y la pasta a base de salchicha de mi esposa también se disfrutó. Recomiendo los Tiramis y disfruté de un buen vaso de Montepulciano d’abruzzo con un café encantador para terminar. El restaurante / tienda tiene un ambiente muy auténtico, dirigido por un propietario muy agradable.

Ambiente molto bello e piccolo personale gentile , ma in due semplici parole : cucina modesta e prezzi alle stelle......possiamo anche evitarlo ad Aberdeen

Went in with my other half on a Friday night. Great service and the food was fantastic. The Lobster Raviolli was divine and the freshly made Tiramisu was a highlight! Will continue to come back whenever in Rosemount. An absolute gem!

Great meal from pasta plus as always. The food is exceptional with a relaxed vibe. Can’t wait for my next visit. Would recommend the bruschetta to start.

Delicious food, great service, we’ll be back. Authentic Italian, lovely atmosphere with an ode to Rose Reilly. An asset to Rosemount. Would recommend x

Muy pequeño lugar pero parece autentico italiano por dentro. Al igual que muchos también se verían en su país de origen.

Gran pequeña cafetería, restaurante de delicatessen, no un establecimiento elegante, pero excelente comida con un ambiente agradable y cálido, el camarero del chef fue eficiente, educado y acogedor. No hay muchas mesas, por lo tanto, si lo que busca es mejor reservar con antelación. Recomendaría esta cafetería / restaurante a familiares y amigos.

Una pequeña tienda de delicatessen / restaurante que no es lujosa de ninguna manera, forma o forma. Hay desorden y hay que caminar por la cocina para llegar a los baños. Sin embargo, la comida es encantadora, y el servicio es bueno. Grandes carnes, pastas, tiramisú y café. Gran risa con el camarero. Fue muy gracioso. Fingió que era su primer día, pero sabíamos que no era así. Sin duda el mejor italiano en Aberdeen.

Decidí intentarlo aquí, ya que no estaba muy lejos de la casa. Absolutamente fantástico. 16 cubiertas en total por lo que un ambiente hogareño realmente auténtico. El servicio fue excelente y la comida deliciosa, todo recién hecho a pedido. Sin duda recomendaría esto a cualquiera que le guste la autenticidad. . . Una verdadera joya escondida. Sin duda volveremos!

Esta excelente tienda de delicatessen, que se especializa en auténticas delicias italianas, tiene un pequeño restaurante de cinco mesas escondido en la parte trasera de su encantadora premisa en la elegante zona de Rosemount en Aberdeen.

Simply outstanding food and service from a family owned resturant.Authentic Italian cooking.Pasta fantastic and simply the best tiramisu ever.Probably need to book in advance.

Great restaurant for authentic Italian food. Wine was so good we purchased a bottle! All home made food was delicious. Would recommend the tiramisu. We will be back!

Great little Italian restaurant, wonderful food, freshly cooked, amazing flavours, great atmosphere, very reasonably priced, friendly staff, I would strongly recommend this restaurant and look forward to returning again

Really lovely Italian food and the service was a delight. Chris was welcoming, friendly and provided us with excellent service.

Had a really nice tasty authentic pasta dish and some really nice coffee served in a small cafe type atmosphere. Would recommend if you want some good Italian food in Aberdeen.

Best italian place i've ever been to. Coasy "home" feeling and charming staff. Carbonara to die for! 6/5 chef hats!

We come here a lot for our coupley evening meals. The pasta is fantastic. With a vast selection. The wine list is of great quality too. The owners run the place themselves. I always feel like I’m being transported to a cafe in Italy, the owners are so friendly. An authentic Italian, you can’t go wrong. We will always be back.

this is by far the best italian place in aberdeen, just entering the restaurant is like entering italy, loads of olive oils, types of pasta and wine everywhere, and the food is superb. will definitely be back.

This is a small restaurant within a little deli.

Enjoyed a delicious meal. The service was 1st class from very pleasant waiters and waitresses. The starters and main courses were excellent. Generous portions, so some of us couldn't manage a pudding. However two of us had ice cream to finish and that was very good. I would definitely recommend eating here.

This small restaurant is big on flavour. Quick service and an excellet choice of favourites and something for the more adventurous diners. Authentic taste just like Italy with pasta cooked properly. I read on T/A about the Tiramisu and we were not disappointed. Fantastic. Good coffee. Spotless place .Just a pity about the decor and clutter. More a cafe than a restaurant but the food was excellent.

Just found this place randomly and was surprised at how good it was. Got some pasta to take away for lunch and it was delicious

Five Ladies chose to have a Thursday night get together and booked Pasta Plus, we all had Bruschetta to start sharing a tomato and cheese dish, lovely and simple full of flavour. We chose different mains a couple from the specials board and all seemed to enjoy, had been looking forward to my Tiramisu but there was none till tomorrow so went for the Limoncello, light and refreshing. 1 coffee, 1 bottle of wine and the bill was under £100, will certainly be back - well, I have to have my tiramisu ;) This is a small restaurant with a handful of tables so wise to book and look forward to the father and son care you will get.

Had a lovely leisurely lunch at Pasta Plus with my daughter. This place is not fine dining & the surroundings are very rustic but this was our second visit & we love it! The bruschetta is the most flavoursome we've had, the bread delicious, the La Marinara scrumptious & the Tiramisu divine. The owner is a really pleasant gentleman who cooks everything fresh & evidently takes pride in providing tasty, traditional Italian food I can imagine he grew up on. If you are expecting a posh Italian meal to impress your date perhaps this isn't the place to go. Although, having said that it's open in the evening & with a candle on the table & a nice bottle of wine I'd be more than happy if I were with Mr Right! If you want to experience delicious flavours in a quaint, down to earth wee place then give it a try. It's not cheap (£14.95 for the Marinara) but I'm happy to pay this for tasty, fresh food cooked with care.) Two very happy tummies & we look forward to our third visit!

Pasta Plus is a haven amongst all the low calibre, chain Italian restaurants that Aberdeen has to offer. The menu is small but fantastic - delicious starters and the pasta is divine. As mentioned in other reviews, the decoration is quirky but this only adds...

Our son and his partner come here a bit and brought us - a really lovely meal with prompt friendly,...

After a recommendation ate here for lunch. Food freshly cooked to order and very tasty. Definitely recommend for some home...

Había oído acerca de un excelente, murmura auténtico italiano escondido discretamente justo al lado del centro de la ciudad de Aberdeen. Yo, mi esposa y finalmente nuestra hija de 11 años visitó el sábado por la noche, y valió la pena la espera! El propietario...

Este es un gran restaurante. Ideal para parejas o familias. . La comida es fabulosa y auténticos sabores y está siempre recién cocinado y preparado. La bruschetta es increíble. Vienen aquí regularmente y nunca he sido decepcionado. Mi restaurante favorito en Aberdeen. . . Qué más puedo decir?

Gran auténtico restaurante italiano dirigido por el precioso Francesco y su familia. La comida es deliciosa y a un precio razonable y todo está recién hecho. No hay muchas mesas, pero agrega a la atmósfera del restaurante & Francesco está siempre a su disposición para responder a cualquier pregunta sobre la comida italiana, vino, de hecho nada de Italia definitivamente vale la pena reservar una mesa, pero puede que tengas que hacerlo con bastante antelación, ya que el lugar parece ser una de las joyas ocultas de Aberdeen.

This place is small and homely, and very welcoming. Whilst waiting for your food you can look around at all of the bits and bobs in the place - ok, it's not pristine and perfectly designed, but in my opinion I think that makes this place even more attractive - you feel like you're welcomed into their home. The food was great, and the father and son team are obviously passionate about what they do. The only downer on our trip was that they had ran out of tiramisu. I nearly cried!100% would return. Not necessarily the place to take if you want to impress a new boss, but for homely food with friends in a relaxed atmosphere, it's hard to beat.

Warm welcome and friendly service.Food very good, above average, and tasty. Has atmosphere and appeal due to all the 'stuff' that inhabits the interior. As other reviewers have said, a good deep clean and fresher impact is needed. It is scruffy but don't let that deter you.That said, go for it. We had a good meal in pleasant surroundings, and felt we had had a decent evening.Tiara and tails probably not the dress code!

Excellent value for money, excellent food and wine. Excellent service, all i can say is excellence is consistent.

Absolute hidden gem! 5 star place! The whole experience was fantastic! We ate 3 courses and all 3 of them home-made and so so incredibly delicious. The staff were very friendly and whole place was impecable! I will definitely be back!

This is probably a close as you will get to an Italian trattorie in Aberdeen possibly Scotland , I'm no expert in Italian cuisine but the pasta tasted fresh and had an authentic Italian home cooking (in a pleasant way ) taste about it. The owner is a real gentleman, they have a selection of Italian drinks such as bitters you would be hard pressed to find outside of Italy it was quite nice trying a few of them out also a good selection at the deli counter. The food was great on every occasion I visited and the service down to earth friendly and attentive. Seems like a small family business with a nice neighbourhood vibe. Also the espresso was excellent. Some might require more comfort and pomp for their dinning experience but go here for the food and traditional cafe style vibe you wont be disappointed. The business seems likes it been here for years unlike a lot of the new over priced competitors trying to cash in on a similar market who neither have the charm of the earthy friendliness of this place. Let alone culinary delight.

You must try this little gem place - it is amazing! Great atmosphere, authentic, great service and most importantly the food is fantastic!!!

Visited with a group of 10 friends for a long overdue catch up. As ever the food was fresh & tasty - huge portions, plenty of choice & excellent value for money. It's not a fancy place, but you get good food for a sensible price, and don't get rammed in with the masses. We'll be back. Again!

Amazing place with tasty and delicious food. Good and friendly staff, good family business. Would recommend to try it!Definitely going back!

A hidden gem indeed.As I looked across from the Queen Vic I underestimated this wee rustic, traditional Italian place.I dined with friends and we enjoyed beautiful pasta, seafood and banter with the owner, Francesco. Don't walk past it.

Took my girlfriend here for Valentine's Day then took my friends a month after, Francesco looked after us everytime. Very homely little resteraunt run by a very sweet Italian man and his son. Would recommend to everybody who's in the area, not to be overlooked.

Cannot get over how good the food is here. Been a few times over the last few months and it never fails to please. Simple but perfect pasta dishes, with delicious deli meats to start off is hard to beat. Its interior and frontage are unassuming but do not be put off this is better than any Italian restaurant in Aberdeen by far. The seafood pasta specials are fantastic.