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2024-11-28
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In the lively streets of Hong Kong, Pasteako offers a delightful taste of Italy, where authentic pasta is crafted with genuine passion. Each bite is infused with rich Italian-American flavors, featuring 21-day dry-aged meats that are a true culinary delight. The restaurant generously allows you to refill your plate at no extra charge, ensuring that every mouthful satisfies your pasta cravings. During my visit for lunch, I was excited to dive into their menu. The place was bustling, a promising s
During my visit for lunch, I was excited to dive into their menu. The place was bustling, a promising sign of the food's quality. I was warmly welcomed by the staff, who provided attentive service throughout my meal. The lunch menu lets you select a meat and a pasta, and I chose the steak with pomodoro linguini. While the steak was tasty, it was slightly overcooked—leaning more towards medium instead of the medium rare I requested.
The pomodoro linguini, however, was delightful. The pasta was perfectly al dente, and the sauce was vibrant and well-balanced, making it a highlight of the meal. Unfortunately, I did have to wait over 30 minutes for my food, likely due to the restaurant operating at full capacity, but that’s something they should work on improving.
One downside to the lunch menu is that it doesn’t include any drink options, which felt a bit limiting, especially on a warm day when a refreshing beverage would have been nice.
For dessert, I enjoyed the lemon panna cotta, which was a refreshing and creamy finish to my meal, with just the right amount of citrus flavor.
A unique aspect of Pasteako is the ability to choose your own knife from a display, adding a fun twist to the dining experience, although I found mine didn’t cut as well as I had hoped. Additionally, they offer free-flow pasta during dinner, which could be a fantastic option for those looking to indulge, though it comes at a higher price.
Overall, Pasteako's lunch menu provides good value and quality, despite the wait and lack of drink options. If you're in the area and craving a hearty Italian meal, it’s worth stopping by. And for serious pasta lovers, consider the dinner service for unlimited refills!
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