Victoria K.
Yelp
I didn't know where to post this, but since pastaRamen is a pop up in this location, and other reviews are on here, I felt it was appropriate.
pastaRamen is incredible. The ambiance is super dark, which is NOT my favorite, but what they lack in the lighting (which granted they are popping up in a space that is not theirs) it makes up in flavor.
I will agree the price is pretty steep, but the flavors and dishes are well curated and truly made from the heart.
The service, shout out to Karen and Tyler and Vince. We have been twice and are coming back once more before they go.
The food is by far the best in Vegas and I wish it was here to stay. Every single visit, my husband and I agreed we would have to do a new item every time, so here is what we've had.
Antipasta:
1. Cucumbers: plain and okay. Nothing special, would not pay $21 again.
2. Cacio e Pepe Gyoza: 100% get it is a must try and absolutely phenomenal
3. Octopus: I loved this, it has a really good chew and is actual octopus so not a lot of dough at all. Just crunchy and chewy
Bao:
1. Tried all 3 Baos: Chicken Katsu is the best. Tofu has great flavor and good for vegetarians. Pork Shoulder was okay, a bit dry.
Raw: The Nori Arachini with Spicy Tuna was a bite of heaven. The lemon butter was melt in your mouth delish!
Secondi:
Pork Scallopini was okay, nothing special. The dipping sauce was interesting, my husband loved it and I thought it was okay.
Primo:
1. Shrimp Scampi: holy shrimp baby. the baby shrimps were delish and sweet and the lemon flavor shines
2. Mochi Carbonara: i love the egg yolk being whipped table side and coated on the noodles. The noodles have such a great chew and phenomenal flavor that is BURSTING
3. Duck Gnocchi: this duck was melt in your mouth. The sweet apricot, zesty yuzu, and savory ragu were a match made in heaven.
Desserts:
1. Matcha Torte: like a matcha cake with caramelized bananas
2 Sesame Panna Cotta: oh my sesame. This is a sesame overload in the best way possible. I even ordered one to-go
Overall an amazing pop up and so excited to go back before its gone