PennePazze Murfreesboro

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Must‑Visit Italian Gem in Murfreesboro We were passing through Murfreesboro for the night and found PennePazze online — so glad we did. It was close to our hotel, easy to find, and had plenty of parking. We were seated quickly, and ordering by QR code made everything simple. Our arugula salad arrived in under 10 minutes and was outstanding: roasted tomatoes, Kalamata olives, sun‑dried tomatoes, burrata, and a perfectly balanced dressing. The beef‑and‑pork ravioli was tender and flavorful, and the Sicilian pinsa tasted authentically Italian — the crust alone transported me right back to Italy. The atmosphere was lively, warm, and full of amazing aromas. We even had the chance to speak with one of the owners, Ricardo, whose passion and creativity shine through in every detail of this restaurant. We don’t live here, but we’ll absolutely return to PennePazze whenever we’re in the area. Grazie, Ricardo and team, for a wonderful dinner.

This is my second time here and I wish I would’ve come back sooner! Excellent in every way. I had the Ragu & Funghi and the pasta was a PERFECT al dente. Sauce was delectable. Also the soda fountain drinks were awesome if you like that kinda thing! Service was good and food was out FAST. I’ll definitely be coming back to try other dishes. I was hesitant about ordering off my phone with the QR code but in the end it was super easy and I think I’d like more places to have that option!!! If I had any negatives, it’s be the lack of soft chairs and low top tables. There are low tops but not many.

If you’re looking for authentic Italian flavors with a cozy, welcoming vibe, PennePazze is such a gem. The pasta tastes freshly made, and you can tell they care about quality ingredients. The sauces are rich without being heavy, and everything feels thoughtfully prepared. The staff is incredibly welcoming and helpful — from the moment we walked in, they made us feel comfortable and valued. They were attentive without hovering, happy to answer questions, and genuinely kind throughout the entire meal. The atmosphere is relaxed but still special enough for a date night or a family dinner. If you love classic Italian comfort food done right, this spot is definitely worth trying. We’ll absolutely be back!

This is so one of my favorite places! Especially when im in the mood for pasta! The al dente homemade pasta is sooo amazing. And you can always count on fresh basil to send it home. I’m also all about the pinsa with the fresh olive oil! Top it all off with a glass of wine… All the senses are happy ! I’ve never left here sad that’s for sure!

The breadsticks were excellent but the sauce was so-so (I didn't care for the oregano in the sauce as typically for Italian food, oregano goes on pizza, not in sauce) and very cold. The meatballs were mealy and bland, pesto pasta (I think it was called 'something Paula', was okay but not great. Something in it was too strong - possibly the dried tomato. Pizza was okay. Service was not good. You order from the QR code and even though the waitress sort of checked in as she ran by a couple times, we could never get one when we needed one. Including for beverage refills and to get the dessert we'd already ordered online. For what it's worth, the servers all hang out at one end of the restaurant and chat and socialize and this leads to what happened tonight. I feel, in general, QR code menus do not incentivize waitstaff to actually serve. Not sure exactly why. I've only been to one other restaurant that only used a QR code menu and it was the same situation. Food that was potentially good but not good and not good service. Pricey food for how it tasted. Not the best vibe tonight and can't put my finger on why. Mainly staff seemed like it was their place and the customers were invading their space. This was the same feeling I got at the other restaurant that used QR codes. I love a good QR code, I am not against them. The vibe just feels off when they are used as menus because the staff is not expected to greet you at the table and take your order. So I think overall, staff may not know what's expected of them and just expect diners to just mostly fend for themselves. This is not conducive to a good restaurant environment, where patrons go to be served good food. That's literally the point of dining out. If we wanted takeout, we'd get takeout. Anyway, thank you for listening to me rant. Also the tiramisu was terrific but since we sat there and waited so long for it, we took it to go and the serving size inside the tin was tiny. The music was way too loud (difficult to hear people talk) and not good music. I am not trying to be unkind. This place could be amazing if just some attention was paid. Thanks for listening.

Second time here and absolutely blown away!! Fun locally owned restaurant where you feel the love from the owner and staff come through to the food. With a diverse menu of both known classics and fun spins this is a perfect place for any Italian cuisine enjoyer

My first time visiting PennePazze in Murfreesboro and I have to say I was impressed. Claire was the waitress and she was very informative with all the details with the dishes. You scanned a QR code for the menu. However paper meuns were available if needed. The pasta in made in house fresh every day. The pizza dough is also made fresh in house daily. I will definitely be returning in the future to try more dishes. The atmosphere was very calm, relaxing and pleasant. We ordered 2 dishes Ravioli Di Ragu and I the Gnocchi Crema Di Gorgonzola both were amazing. The food was cooked and out to the table in about 10-15 minutes I 10/10 highly recommend this restaurant. The best pasta dish I have ever had. You have to try this place.

Been looking for a good go to Italian place forever & we have found it here. A fusion of delicious Italian pasta & pizza with the showmanship of a Waffle House grill master. BOGO drinks too!!! Coming back with a new found hunger. Born & raised Nashville unicorn approved 👍 👍

Amazing food! I'm from an Italian American family and grew up outside Philadelphia. I moved to the nashville area in 2007 and there used to be one or two places in the city that was like home, but this is the ONLY place in the boro that is spot on!!! We looove this place, it's our new favorite and we plan to continue loving it until they close their doors ( hopefully never). So Go get you some AUTHENTIC Italian food at PennePazze!

Dined at PennePazze on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at around 1 pm. I was intrigued by the black to-go boxes when my family ordered delivery that I had to stop by in-person. The restaurant looked like a clean fast-casual establishment, kinda reminds me of Vapiano's with the open kitchen. Despite the limited service, I thought it was super convenient to order through the app and pay. And the server was super friendly. I had the nonna Paula, which is a campanelle pasta with pesto sauce. I thought this dish tasted authentic and the pesto was freshly made. I did add on shrimp, which were tasted overcooked to mush. The vegan pinsa tasted really good considering it had no cheese. The onion jam on the pizza was delicious!

We were given a gift card by my parents for our anniversary and finally got a chance to use it. Never been here before. Very casual, order at the counter, your meal is brought to you. Friendly staff person explained the system to us. No bread or anything like that. Arrived at happy hour and therefore Bogo wine and beer, but this location had no beer. Ordered two pasta dishes. Pretty pricey for pasta. Appreciated that the pasta was fresh, however the food was good, not amazing. We both agreed that it was a lot for just a bowl of pasta - albeit a decent serving - and wine. Might try pizza or Panini next time, but not pasta.

This establishment is somewhat of self service set up. Plan to place your order in your phone and if you're ordering a soft drink you can fill and refill on your own. They do validate parking so wait until you get inside to scan the QR code for that. Now let's get down to my favorite part, the food. I have never had a bad tasting item here. I love their Nina Paula (pesto pasta), carbonara, and gnocchi crema di Gorgonzola pastas. We also regularly order their Pinsa Malala pizza. The food is delicious and filling. They offer casual indoor and patio seating. I have never had a bad experience and am a repeat customer.

This is my second time here and I wish I would've come back sooner! Excellent in every way. I had the Ragu & Funghi and the pasta was a PERFECT al dente. Sauce was delectable. Also the soda fountain drinks were awesome if you like that kinda thing! Service was good and food was out FAST. I'll definitely be coming back to try other dishes. I was hesitant about ordering off my phone with the QR code but in the end it was super easy and I think I'd like more places to have that option!!!

First time here with my cousins and this place is amazing! Everything is done through their QR code: drinks, food, and payment. I ordered their chicken carbonara and it was a good amount of food. It was so delicious, packed with flavor, and the noodles were cooked just right. It's flat thin noodles and I think it's homemade. The servers were super nice and nice. Definitely come check them out!

The service was good. It's very hands off though since you order on your phone. There is little communication with the staff. The food was ok but honestly I thought my main dish was a little dry. The appetizer we got was very good. it was pretty busy in there, but it didn't seem to feel too crowded. We sat at the end of the bar. Was a little awkward with my wife and I both looking into the kitchen instead of at each other. Not very exciting overall but definitely not terrible.

I found this place on yelp after my daughter said she wanted pasta and I'm so glad we went. I ordered shrimp carbonara pazza and chicken risotto Al funghi. Wow, the flavors were amazing! The pasta in the carbonara is definitely unlike any pasta texture that I've tried. It's thin and light but really good. My daughter absolutely enjoyed it. The server was very nice. The atmosphere was great too. Highly recommend this place to anyone that hasn't been!

All I have to say is, "THANK THE GOOD LORD MURFREESBORO HAS THIS ITALIAN RESTAURANT!!!" The only downside I can find is the restaurant is fairly small so you may have to wait a little. Regardless, it's worth being patient in order to experience good Italian. Parking is easy as it is in a huge plaza. My personal favorite is the Pinsa Pazza Pizza. It's seriously heaven. Paired with a bottle of Chianti and you have a night!!

Fast casual dining where you are seated and then you order everything via the QR code, they will bring you a paper menu ("if you insist"). The wait staff was not a 10 on the friendly meter. A bit hard to explain, I feel like that needs to be a must if you are only seating and delivering food. My gnocchi and beet salad were fantastic. The lasagna was not my cup of tea, but the other people I went with loved it (heavy on the meat for me). They also raved about the pizza. I would go back with a different mindset.

This is by far the best Italian food I've had in the Boro. I lived in Italy for a year and of course this restaurant is different from the ones I frequented in Italy, this is good stuff. I went during the pre-grand opening and there were two Italian guys training the cooks on ingredients, cooking process, and cooking time. The pasta is delicious and the pizza is as well. Yes, you guessed it; that's what we had. We split the food so I was able to taste both. The restaurant is located in The Fountains. The Fountains is a small conglomerate of restaurants. There is a public parking lot with ample parking. The restaurant has QR codes on the table that leads you to the menu if you prefer that method. You just order what you want and walla, your food will be delivered as ordered. That's how I ordered. I will definitely be dining here again. Oh, our waitress rocked. I wish I remembered her name but... I have included a few pics.

Freshly made pizza and pasta dish. All orders made thru QR code on your mobile phone. Easy self check out. Not a whole lot of table service. You pretty much self refilling your own drinks. They do deliver your food to the table. The location nice with patio seating. The quality of pizza was good. One order more than enough for one person.

The food was amazing. The Crudo E Burrata was very good and an enjoyable entree. The pasta dishes were well prepared with generous portions. Campanelle Pazze with Side Of Italian Parmesan Cheese was steaming hot as it arrived and was well-balanced and delicious. Shrimp Mama Rosa was a wonderful dish with a good spice level and perfectly prepared pasta. I would recommend the arugula salad. All the dishes are portioned to make them sharable. The dining room is decorated as an Italian cafe and reasonably quiet for conversations. The front of the house was staffed by a single server to cover the inside and outside dining. The salad and the pasta entrees arrive promptly as a group. We had to ask for the Crudo E Burrata -meat, the Pane Puffs, and the Unlimited Drink cup. One server was covering a lot of territory.

Everything we got was delicious! It was fast service and chill atmosphere. It was very different from a lot of chain restaurants in the area. The crust on the pizza was very flavorful and the sauce on my pasta was very good!!

Pizza was awesome!! It's a must try. Kids loved it they rated it an 8/10!!! Pesto was good just needed some protein to balance it out. Cheese was a little potent and a little salty. Carbonara was delicious. Very creamy went great with the chicken. Black cherry soda was on fire!!!! Everything was more like self serve. Servers were nice. Nice spot to take a family or a date night.

Quirky spot -- a little Foodie mall -- but great food! Friendly service, sort of serve yourself. Order from the QR code. But, the food? EXCELLENT! The pasta is as fresh as it gets, large portions, served hot! Definitely going to return for more!

Went here with my dad and sister. We actually ended up getting two pizzas. We were pleasantly surprised with how filling but fresh the pizza was. The dough was very fresh and tasted homemade. The combination of toppings was also very satisfactory. Slightly pricey, but definitely worth it for the flavor and the causal sit-down vibe. Also service was very friendly.

Great food! Really great pasta! Service was good. Sat outside and enjoyed the nice fresh air.

My wife and I always recommend people to go to PennePazze. The Pinsa Primavera is a nice switch up from traditional pizza. Their pasta is all good to try (there is something for everyone). Their service is amazing and the ambiance of the restaurant is relaxing. Let's keep great restaurants in Murfreesboro!!!

We were passing through and needed Pasta. We found PennePazze after a quick online search. It's tucked away in an upscale multiplex. Sierra welcomed us and explained everything. She was amazing! We are picky about what eat and she was very accommodating. We enjoyed a great vibe while we watched the meals being prepared through the glass. Our entrees arrived hot and delicious with our customizations honored. Both dishes were flavorful, rich and a bit complex. (Maybe some simple options could be added to the menu, hmmm?) There are some unique sodas for those who abstain from you know what. This is a great place to eat, but it is pricey. It was worth it. We were thrilled to discover PennePazze. We're going to look for it again. You should find it soon!

My favorite place to eat in Murfreesboro- everything is so fresh and delicious! My favorite is the pepperoni pizza.

The service was horrible. We came to celebrate my son's birthday and instead of someone waiting on us and taking our order, we are told to order from the QR code. I'm sorry, but if I'm gonna sit down and spend over $20 for a meal, I would like to be waited on. The waitress acted annoyed. They also charge four dollars for a plastic bottle water from Costco.

Pros: Food was fantastic - best Italian I've had in a while. Staff was great and super nice. Cons: Ordering from a QR code not remotely appealing. The volume in the space was very loud. We couldn't have a conversation with our friends without repeating ourselves. The music left something to be desired. Bottom line: I will definitely order takeout from there but won't eat in.

We stumbled upon PennePazze tonight and are so glad we did! We were greeted warmly, the ordering process was explained, and menu suggestions were happily given. The kitchen being an open concept is fantastic - you can see the pastas and pizzas being prepared. Our food came out hot and was AMAZING! My husband is a chef and noted the quality and freshness of all the ingredients. We spoke with the owner as we were leaving. We will be back soon!

Great food! The pizzas are so unique and delicious, definitely recommend. We ordered a bacon and onion jam pizza and it was amazing. Their craft sodas are equally delicious.

Overall, it was OK. A different kind of dining experience, a cross between a trendy pop up and regular sit down place. Not low light and cozy like most Italian restaurants I like. This one is definitely going for a post-millennial vibe. The food was OK, what I'd call semi pre prep but appetizing in its way. Menu variety was a bit limited. Customization of your dish through browser interface on my phone was novel, but it does reduce interaction with wait staff, which I found a bit less ambient for my experience than antiseptic. Though I will have to put some of that on the wait staff themselves, as their table side manner was about as lukewarm as the water they served. The bread puffs we ordered as an app were good. And, take this however you want, but the only amazing thing about the experience was the Dyson water faucet/dryer in the bathroom. Overall, trendy, different, but not great.

All of the folks pointing out their bizarre service are correct. The server tried their best, but they were set up for failure. It's like they're daring you to dine in with their approach. The pasta was good. You can see the toilet from half the dining room.

Yeahhhhh sorry, I just don't get the hype honestly. Is it bad? Definitely not. I think this is a place a lot of people will love and already love but not for me. I'm a strong believer in pasta dishes do not need to be priced out close so high that it becomes a premium meal especially with no meat on the plate. We ordered two pasta dishes a drink each and our bill was a little over 50 bucks. I'd be willing to give it another shot and try other things in the menu though.

This pizza is delicious!! Fresh ingredients, thin, crunchy crust (just the way I like it!), and pretty fast service. They also have great soda options, too!

I got the Pinsa Maiala. I've never had a non American pizza that was so delicious in my entire life. The dude named Evan was cool, Makenna was cool too. They both were really nice and personable. The place played a bunch of cool house music, like like the Adam K & Soha remix of a Kaskade song. Classic. Good tunes. Good food. Great strawberry wine based margarita. A million stars.

My family eats here every time we are in town. Everything we have tried is delicious from the pastas to the honey drizzled pepperoni pizza! Service is great as well!

We eat here every time we visit our son at MTSU. I have dreams about their honey pepperoni pizza. If I could give it 10 stars I would. Their pasta is as good or better than anything in Rome. Just the best.

I don't usually give 5 stars, but we took this to go and it was so good. Best pizza I've had in Murfreesboro. Loved the nonna paula and the amatriciana was so good.

Great food! Pizza was delicious and so were the gnocchi and gluten free pasta dishes. The service was definitely not was you should expect for a $100 lunch for 3 adults with no alcohol. The ordering app malfunctioned and ordered an extra pizza instead of the gnocchi dish I specifically asked about. When she brought our order and I told her it was incorrect, she gave no apologies, seemed a bit annoyed and asked if I still wanted the dish I had asked for originally. Again, no apologies and no money off for the extra order. Very disappointing service overall, so glad the food was good. Great restaurant for take out, but skip eating in!

Wow. The food here is absolutely amazing! The pasta is fresh and soft, cooked to perfection. All the dishes were so flavorful and not too powerful or lacking. They have their own draft soda too, which are also delicious! The only con I would say is the service. You have to either scan the QR code and order or go to the front and order, there isn't really waiters, so you have to constantly ask for things like to go boxes, desserts, extra plates, etc. overall, 10/10, would def. Come back!

Lasagna was amazing! The servers were very attentive to us. I would also recommend the pizza! Overall 10/10, good food, even better people.

Food is really good as are the portions. Kind of tight for seating and most of their tables are 6 person high tops unless you sit at kitchen bar. What keeps me from 5 stars is this self service garbage. You have to scan QRL code to get menu and order. Drink refills are self service. When the bill comes expect to see 18-20% gratuity suggested which is ridiculous since the servers dont do anything other than seat you and drop your food off. I really hate that concept because it takes away from a dine in experience. Next time I will just do take out. Finally, they skimp on their sandwiches which really stinks! You had to pay to "add" everything unless you are happy with a single slice of meat on your sandwich. It's really unnecessary, especially when the starting price is like $18.

First visit to Penne Pazze Murfreesboro last night with my daughter, not very busy and Ellie at the register was very nice explaining the various dishes to us. I went with the Ragu & Funghi which is a meat sauce with porcini mushrooms and a splash of cream. My daughter selected the Pinsa Pazza and added the onion jam and for dessert a cannoli filled with Nutella and ricotta. We sat outside and I received a text to go inside and pick up our orders. For me the pasta was just OK...the flavors were very muted and while I love mushrooms the overall flavor of the dish was mushroom. The pasta was al-dente and while the sauce was a red meat sauce with a splash of cream but you really could not discern the flavors. The pizza (Pinsa Pazza) had a nice crust...very crispy and the onion jam with the burrata cheese made for a flavorful combination. The tomato sauce and mozzarella were very mild, you almost did not taste them as a part of the pizza with the other items making the big flavor statement. As for the cannoli...I am not a Nutella fan, but my daughter made it totally disappear and loved it. I ordered a beer but was told they are still only serving wine and some mixed drinks. I did enjoy the Stubborn soda fountain options, they were very refreshing and I loved the citrus hibiscus orange. Overall the folks there were very nice...one of the chefs and Ellie came outside to see how we were doing. I've seen some not like the counter order and pick-up system, did not bother me as it seems efficient. For me I just was just not impressed...I thought the flavors were just OK and it is expensive for what you get. Website: https://pennepazze.net/

Went to PennePazze twice and food was pretty good both times. It is prepared and made fresh to order. You can choose from a handful of standard Pasta dishes and can't go wrong with any of them. The Pizzas are good with a nice crunchy/chewy artisan crust. Haven't had a salad there yet. So food quality is very good but my only negative is the menu is structure where you get Nickel and Dimed. If for example you order a pasta entree $18.00+, a salad $10.00, pizza breadsticks $10.00, and Iced tea $3.00, you will walk out with and after tax bill around $46.00+ "per person" -$$$ Very pricey for the food you get in return. Because of pricing, I give them 3.5 stars But if cost is no concern- a strong 4 stars

House made pasta. Ambience and staff are great. Food was incredible. Stop by when you can. You wont regret it.

The food was a surprise. For a franchise I was not sure if it was going to be good. The food was delicious and amazing. The order came as quick as possible for home made pasta and pizza. One of the best pizza I have had.

My first experience was an order to go a couple of days after this location opened. The food was good but I don't recall which pasta dish we ordered. I later visited and dined in the restaurant. Just no there is no table service. You place your order at the counter, then when your order is ready your name is called (and you will receive a text message.) The food is served in plates/bowls and silverware is provided. (Beware! The stand where your dish is placed is heated, so be careful.) There are several tables inside as well as outdoor seating. The pasta dishes we ordered were excellent! We had the AMATRICIANA and NONNA PAULA. On our next visit I plan to try a pinsa and possibly lasagna.

This place was underwhelming and pricey. We weren't blown away with anything. We ate our food which was ok but left hungry. The portion sizes are not enough. Will try giving it another chance

Having heard rave reviews on this restaurant, I decided to try it. My husband and I just returned from Italy a few weeks ago. Missing the great food, we thought this would be a decent replacement. We were wrong. I was initially put off by the paper cups they brought to us, along with a carafe of odd-tasting water. As I've read the other reviews here, I see that PP has evolved to now include the choice of a paper menu, which we accepted. Our server gets an A for personally, but not for service. I didn't time how long we waited for initial service, but it was not under 15 minutes. And another 20 to get our order. They were out of any meatball options for the paninis. We asked a server walking by what the panini was that she delivered to another table. "No idea" she said. "I just started last week". That's not her fault; that's management's fault-she obviously hadn't been trained on their small menu selection. We ate outside; that was pleasant. If you're looking for ambience however,, it's not here. One review said it reminded then of a restaurant in Italy; trust me, that's a huge stretch as it doesn't even come close. I ordered a strawberry margarita that was oddly served in a non-traditional wine glass. The margarita was good. My entree was the Amatriciana; my husband ordered the Panini Porchetto e mayo. The pasta in my order was cooked perfectly; I added chicken. The dish was warm, not hot, making me wonder if the base had been made in advance, adding whatever a customer requested. The tomato sauce was definitely canned. The panini bread tasted homemade, but was burnt around the edges. The flavor was good. The food was ok. My complaint is them trying to come off as a true Italian restaurant-the only way they come across with that is their prices, very high for sub-par Italian fast food. Our meal with drinks, no salads, bread or desserts came to a whopping $75. I've been here twice-my first and my last time.

Overrated restaurant too costy for the portion size and you have to get used to the flavor it's not a flavor for everyone

Usually pizza is wonderful. My daughter ordered 3 pizzas to go yesterday and there wasn't one bit of cheese on all 3 pizzas. Probably won't be a return customer in future

Outstanding pasta dishes. Clean atmosphere. Really good wine-based margaritas. I'm not a huge fan of their ordering system- use a QR code to order (must pay before submitting your order, which feels a bit like fast food), as, if you order more than one round of drinks, dessert, coffee, etc. after your meal you spend a decent amount of time submitting orders and paying over and over.

Penne Pazze is my favorite Italian restaurant in Murfreesboro! You have to try the Nonna Paula, and the draft sodas are great. 10/10 recommend!

Wait is ridiculous and pizza came out wrong three times. They gave a few free pieces of bread to apologize