Very tasty but portion size leaves a bit to be desired compared to other places in the city. Im not saying it is bad and I will be back just that if you are super hungry for a big italian meal you might want to consier anothr place.
Viraj Ganesan
Best eggplant parmesan I have ever had! It was fried to perfection with just the right amount of tomato sauce to parmesan ratio. The cacio e pepe was great too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Prenita Dutt
The cocktails and food were delicious!Even on a Thursday there was an energetic vibe with lots of conversation and great fragrances of food.Definitely try the grilled Branzino and garlic butter bruschetta
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Linguine
Marissa C.
My boyfriend and I came early on a Sunday evening hoping to get the sweet potato gnocchi special advertised for the weekend but they were all out. The Brussel sprouts and smoky rigatoni were very good. We also had the sweet potato soup which wasn't as flavorful as we had hoped.
Sasha M.
We didn't have a reservation and it was Friday night we were so lucky to get a table, this place went above and beyond in our expectations, the ambiance is so calming and such a VIBE. The bruschetta was the best thing I've ever consumed omllll. Thr pasta omg don't get me started!!
Vincent G.
DO NOT SLEEP ON CBP. For all the Italian options you have in the city, this is a can't miss. Fun and relaxing environment; indoor - outdoor seating; cool bar; great food. I was really impressed with their menu. Not only do they have variety, but it's also super creative. Beyond the menu itself, their portions were spot on - which did have me curious given it is easy to over do it on pasta servings. We started with a gorgonzola custard, which is one of those dishes that seems a little intimidating on paper, but...where else would yah get it? So we had to give it a try, and it was well worth it. Super creamy, just a bit of tang, and it was topped with fried pancetta. We also had to try something from their bruschetta menu. All the options look great, but we went with the Buffalo Mozzarella, which was on top of Red Wine Poached Pear. My oh my - every bite was down right delicious. And to no surprise, their pasta was also very good. I really enjoyed the rigatoni, which came with vodka sauce, pancetta, smoked chicken, and cherry peppers. It had just a small spicy bite to it, but still very tolerable. I only wish that we had ordered bread to swap everything up. And hey, I will never over-index on service with having just a one time experience. However, first impressions mean a lot, and we unfortunately just didn't have the greatest that night. I will say, it was break in great weather, so maybe there were busier than expected, but we sat down at 6:30 and did not leave until 8:45 (and we were a part of 3, with no drinks.) They did provide a complimentary meatball appetizer, which we certainly enjoyed, but felt like overall, we would have appreciated more attentiveness. And we get it, things happen, but because of that, it's hard to give it a full 5 stars. Will we go back? Definitely - there is more on the menu I want to try, and I really did like the vibes there. If you get a nice, sunny evening, it's a great place to start with drinks and casually draw yourself into the evening.
Wesley H.
This was my first time driving at Cry Baby Pasta and fortunately I arrived before the dinner rush. Reservations are definitely recommended for weekends. The staff was welcoming and friendly. The food was fresh, seasoned well, flavorful and cooked perfectly. The restaurant had limited seating however they offer indoor and outdoor options. It was average noise level for a restaurant.
Sinan Ozdemir
Great drink selections, tasty food and great service. Highly recommend it.
Great food and staff. Needs some sound treatment. Kinda loud and hard to have conversation. Would go
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
barrie levin
The chicken was so tender and delicious that I really wanted 3 more helpings but went for the amazing butterscotch pudding dessert! The Brussel sprouts were crispy and deliciously tossed in balsamic vinegar reduction. The pasta was served perfectly al dente which ever sauce you chose. The pomodoro sauce was just superb! It was just a little tight but otherwise the atmosphere was great as was the staff!!Parking: Best to park in the lot just off of 3rd and Bainbridge as trying to find a spot on the street is near impossible. The lot was convenient and close by, less than a block away. $15 for as long as you want on Saturday or Sunday or weeknight after 5pm. Worth it for the impeccable cuisine!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Potatoes, Butterscotch Budino, Creste Di Gallo
Julie Moskowitz (Jules)
Vegetarian options: There’s definitely vegetarian options but not vegan (which I’m fine with ).Dietary restrictions: Great at respecting restrictions though if it’s a serious allergy versus a preference I would call ahead with questions.Wheelchair accessibility: Doesn’t have an obvious ramp, but they may have one on the side entrance that I didn’t see.
Delicious cocktails -- really enjoyed The Passenger with the rhubarb amaro.I started with the Spicy Artichoke Bruschetta. They're not kidding when they say spicy. I have about a medium spice tolerance for your average white girl, but I'd say it was moderate to severely spicy. Excellent flavor, just be prepared for that hot bite. My feelings about the Basil Pesto Spaghetti are mixed. The pasta itself was that perfect chewy that fresh pasta should be. However, the basil pesto sauce was salty enough to take the dish down a level.My husband had the Caesar salad, which he said was delicious and heavy on the anchovy (in an umami way). He says the crab linguini was nicely balanced, that the crab flavor was complimented was the red sauce, not covered in any way.Vegetarian options: A few vegetarian options, but not much variety.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad
Foodie B.
Great spot, branzino delicious, have ordered it twice and both times great. Will definitely come back and order some pasta.
Very tasty pasta. The restaurant was not packed, but busy enough. It wasn't loud and it's very comfortable.
Delicious food, wonderful service, and a great vibe! Love the decor!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meatballs w Smoked Ricotta, Crab Linguine, Garlic Butter Bruschetta
Very tasty but portion size leaves a bit to be desired compared to other places in the city. Im not saying it is bad and I will be back just that if you are super hungry for a big italian meal you might want to consier anothr place.
Best eggplant parmesan I have ever had! It was fried to perfection with just the right amount of tomato sauce to parmesan ratio. The cacio e pepe was great too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The cocktails and food were delicious!Even on a Thursday there was an energetic vibe with lots of conversation and great fragrances of food.Definitely try the grilled Branzino and garlic butter bruschetta
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Linguine
My boyfriend and I came early on a Sunday evening hoping to get the sweet potato gnocchi special advertised for the weekend but they were all out. The Brussel sprouts and smoky rigatoni were very good. We also had the sweet potato soup which wasn't as flavorful as we had hoped.
We didn't have a reservation and it was Friday night we were so lucky to get a table, this place went above and beyond in our expectations, the ambiance is so calming and such a VIBE. The bruschetta was the best thing I've ever consumed omllll. Thr pasta omg don't get me started!!
DO NOT SLEEP ON CBP. For all the Italian options you have in the city, this is a can't miss. Fun and relaxing environment; indoor - outdoor seating; cool bar; great food. I was really impressed with their menu. Not only do they have variety, but it's also super creative. Beyond the menu itself, their portions were spot on - which did have me curious given it is easy to over do it on pasta servings. We started with a gorgonzola custard, which is one of those dishes that seems a little intimidating on paper, but...where else would yah get it? So we had to give it a try, and it was well worth it. Super creamy, just a bit of tang, and it was topped with fried pancetta. We also had to try something from their bruschetta menu. All the options look great, but we went with the Buffalo Mozzarella, which was on top of Red Wine Poached Pear. My oh my - every bite was down right delicious. And to no surprise, their pasta was also very good. I really enjoyed the rigatoni, which came with vodka sauce, pancetta, smoked chicken, and cherry peppers. It had just a small spicy bite to it, but still very tolerable. I only wish that we had ordered bread to swap everything up. And hey, I will never over-index on service with having just a one time experience. However, first impressions mean a lot, and we unfortunately just didn't have the greatest that night. I will say, it was break in great weather, so maybe there were busier than expected, but we sat down at 6:30 and did not leave until 8:45 (and we were a part of 3, with no drinks.) They did provide a complimentary meatball appetizer, which we certainly enjoyed, but felt like overall, we would have appreciated more attentiveness. And we get it, things happen, but because of that, it's hard to give it a full 5 stars. Will we go back? Definitely - there is more on the menu I want to try, and I really did like the vibes there. If you get a nice, sunny evening, it's a great place to start with drinks and casually draw yourself into the evening.
This was my first time driving at Cry Baby Pasta and fortunately I arrived before the dinner rush. Reservations are definitely recommended for weekends. The staff was welcoming and friendly. The food was fresh, seasoned well, flavorful and cooked perfectly. The restaurant had limited seating however they offer indoor and outdoor options. It was average noise level for a restaurant.
Great drink selections, tasty food and great service. Highly recommend it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food and staff. Needs some sound treatment. Kinda loud and hard to have conversation. Would go
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
The chicken was so tender and delicious that I really wanted 3 more helpings but went for the amazing butterscotch pudding dessert! The Brussel sprouts were crispy and deliciously tossed in balsamic vinegar reduction. The pasta was served perfectly al dente which ever sauce you chose. The pomodoro sauce was just superb! It was just a little tight but otherwise the atmosphere was great as was the staff!!Parking: Best to park in the lot just off of 3rd and Bainbridge as trying to find a spot on the street is near impossible. The lot was convenient and close by, less than a block away. $15 for as long as you want on Saturday or Sunday or weeknight after 5pm. Worth it for the impeccable cuisine!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Potatoes, Butterscotch Budino, Creste Di Gallo
Vegetarian options: There’s definitely vegetarian options but not vegan (which I’m fine with ).Dietary restrictions: Great at respecting restrictions though if it’s a serious allergy versus a preference I would call ahead with questions.Wheelchair accessibility: Doesn’t have an obvious ramp, but they may have one on the side entrance that I didn’t see.
Recommended dishes: Crispy Potatoes, Chicken Francaise, Butterscotch Budino
Delicious cocktails -- really enjoyed The Passenger with the rhubarb amaro.I started with the Spicy Artichoke Bruschetta. They're not kidding when they say spicy. I have about a medium spice tolerance for your average white girl, but I'd say it was moderate to severely spicy. Excellent flavor, just be prepared for that hot bite. My feelings about the Basil Pesto Spaghetti are mixed. The pasta itself was that perfect chewy that fresh pasta should be. However, the basil pesto sauce was salty enough to take the dish down a level.My husband had the Caesar salad, which he said was delicious and heavy on the anchovy (in an umami way). He says the crab linguini was nicely balanced, that the crab flavor was complimented was the red sauce, not covered in any way.Vegetarian options: A few vegetarian options, but not much variety.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad
Great spot, branzino delicious, have ordered it twice and both times great. Will definitely come back and order some pasta.