Maccheroni Republic

"With its tall mirrors, tiled walls and tin ceilings, this rustic Italian eatery is every inch the classic trattoria. Hidden in plain sight just across from Grand Central Market, it is a known quantity with the local crowd, who fill these tables at all times of day. A few bites, and you'll be ready to pledge allegiance to the Republic, too.The array of excellent handmade pastas is seemingly endless, like long, tubular strands of bigoli della nonna, headlinng an impeccably balanced angus-and-sausage ragout. Then, try to pry yourself away from the noodle nexus and savory tomato-based sauces to savor freshly baked olive oil bread, deliciously paired with bites of polpettine di gamberi. Be sure to finish with a creamy affogato and be on your merry way." - Michelin Inspector

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"This modern classic has held court in Downtown’s Historic Core for well over a decade, serving reasonably-priced fresh pasta plates like pappardelle with wild boar ragu and agnolotti stuffed with osso buco and bone marrow. The menu has over two dozen types of fresh pasta, which means there’s something for nearly everyone, except, perhaps, for the gluten-intolerant." - Matthew Kang

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"An Italian-American restaurant in Downtown LA offering classic dishes and handmade pastas in a cozy setting." - Kevin Chau

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"On nights when all you can think about is pasta but a $29 bowl of cavatelli isn’t a realistic option, go to Maccheroni Republic. Right across the street from Grand Central Market, this is a nice spot for a casual, pasta-filled dinner that’s made even better by the BYOB policy." - jess basser sanders

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"Maybe you’ve been taking advantage of the whole parents in town things a little too much - take them to Maccheroni Republic and tell them it’s on you. With parent-pleasing Italian food, a nice little courtyard, affordable prices, and a BYOB policy, this place also still feels nice enough for family dinner. Mom and Dad might be confused at first but will eventually be very glad you didn’t take them to Macaroni Grill." - jess basser sanders