From silky ribbons of fettucine to perfectly crafted stuffed pastas, Orlando’s Italian dining scene delivers unforgettable flavor in every bite. Whether you’re craving timeless classics or inventive modern creations, these standout dishes showcase some serious culinary talent. Dig into out definitive picks for Orlando’s 10 best pasta dishes.

Green Cappellacci at Turci Pasta

Turci is beloved for its housemade pastas like this standout spinach version filled with creamy ricotta and pecorino. Finished with a buttery sauce, toasted pine nuts and crisp prosciutto, it offers a balance of rich, nutty and savory flavors. 

Short Rib Pappardelle at Vincenzo Cucina Italiana

This hearty and comforting signature dish showcases wide strands of noodles with tender, slow-braised short ribs alongside earthy wild mushrooms in a velvety sauce with Marsala and truffle cream. 

Fagottini alla Pera at Christini’s

This beacon of fine dining breathes new life into the pasta course with these delicate bundles filled with sweet roasted pear and gorgonzola—each pouch bursting at the seams with flavor as they bathe in a light cream sauce. 

Duck and Foie Gras Mezzaluna at Prato

Half-moon parcels encase a rich filling of slow-roasted duck and buttery foie gras to create the perfect indulgence that is further amplified by the Marsala reduction and finishing touches of Parmesan. 

Spaghetti alla Vongole at Osteria Ester

Simple yet sophisticated, tender clams are tossed with perfectly al dente spaghetti in a white wine sauce before being crowned with crispy breadcrumbs for added texture in every forkful. 

Fettucine Al’Aragosta e Gamberi at Enzo’s on the Lake

Come for the waterfront view, stay for dishes like this plate of homemade fettucine with Maine lobster and succulent shrimp in an aromatic and intoxicating sauce comprised of saffron and scallions. 

Bucatini alla Maremma at Adriatico Trattoria Italiana

Each bite is robust yet balanced as thick, hollow bucatini noodles are coated in a light tomato sauce with wild mushrooms, peas and pancetta, bringing added depth and character to the rustic yet refined dish. 

Ravioli Vitello e Funghi at Ravello

These pillowy pockets of pasta are lovingly filled with a winning combination of veal, spinach and ricotta, then enhanced with layers of mushrooms and a savory cream sauce with truffle essence. 

Agnolotti at Primo

This starter course gets your evening off on the right foot with a tasty blend of kale-infused pasta that’s been filled with herb ricotta and left to bathe in a prosciutto broth with smoked trout roe for added flair.

Seafood Pasta at Tratto

A dynamite medley of fresh shrimp, squid and mussels rest comfortably atop nests of squid ink pasta that’s been slightly coated with lobster bisque to help bring it all together in perfect harmony.