Best Pasta in Auckland (2026)

Auckland's Italian restaurant scene has improved considerably — there are now spots doing genuinely good handmade pasta. These are the ones to visit.

20 places

Arte della Pasta

4.7(401)

italian restaurant · Newmarket

Arte Della Pasta is an artisan pasta ristorant, pasta classes, Italian cooking classes located in Newmarket, Auckland.

artisan pasta handmade pasta italian cooking classes

401 reviews

$$$

Pasta & Cuore

4.6(1,171)

restaurant · Mount Eden

Pasta & Cuore is a fully-licensed Italian Restaurant and Pastificio in the heart of Mt Eden, specialising in handmade fresh pasta using quality ingredients and traditional methods.

fresh ingredients handmade pasta house-made sauces

1,171 reviews

Pastarita Howick

4.5(952)

italian restaurant · Howick

Pastarita is proudly known as the Best Italian Restaurant Auckland has to offer, serving pasta and authentic Italian flavours in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.

authentic italian flavours breakfast cozy dine-in experience

952 reviews

$$ - $$$

Alla Prossima

4.7(383)

restaurant · Auckland CBD

Fresh pasta and slow-cooked classics — Alla Prossima serves Italian soul food that’s seasonal, flavourful, and made with heart.

artisan dishes breakfast fresh pasta

210 reviews

Napoli Contemporanea

4.9(1,746)

italian restaurant · Parnell

Napoli Contemporanea is reminiscent of the cosy restaurants dotting the aquamarine south Italian coast. Bringing you traditional recipes from the streets of Napoli to Sicily, the food and atmosphere will give an authentic Italian feel, right here, in Parnell.

artisan desserts fresh pasta italian antipasti

1,746 reviews

$$ - $$$ Metro Top 50

Pici

4.6(553)

restaurant · St Kevin's Arcade

We’re a pasta and wine bar tucked away in St Kevin’s Arcade on the iconic Karangahape Rd. Freshly made pasta and natural wine is our specialty.

italian cuisine natural wine pasta

553 reviews

$$$

Prego Restaurant

4.6(2,781)

italian restaurant · Ponsonby

Longtime eatery serving traditional & contemporary Italian dishes in a lively, laid-back atmosphere.

classic italian cuisine gluten-free meals gluten-free pasta

2,781 reviews

Otto Restaurant

4.7(1,349)

restaurant · Auckland CBD

Airy, industrial-chic eatery featuring Italian cuisine, homemade pastas, cocktails & wine.

handmade pasta italian food italian inspired

1,349 reviews

Farina

4.7(1,488)

italian restaurant · Ponsonby

Minimalist-chic eatery serving refined Italian cuisine, such as pizza, pasta & meat & cheese plates.

italian cuisine neapolitan pizza

1,488 reviews

Coco's Cantina

4.5(1,373)

italian restaurant · Newton

Coco's Cantina offers a vibrant Italian dining experience with a focus on fresh ingredients and a welcoming atmosphere.

gluten-free options italian cuisine pasta dishes

1,373 reviews

Bianca

4.8(352)

restaurant · Ellerslie

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food, friendly staff, and the unique experience of watching pasta being made.

352 reviews

Goode Brothers

4.5(5,160)

italian restaurant · New Lynn

Goode Brothers New Lynn is your Kiwitalian local - all about Goode food and Goode times. A fusion of Italian cuisine and Kiwi hospitality, turning ordinary moments into memorable occasions.

italian cuisine kiwi-italian kiwitalian

4,145 reviews