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A quick-serve Italian pasta restaurant in Manhattan, founded by chef Mark Ladner, known for fresh, in-house made pasta.
Mark Ladner is a James Beard award-winning chef renowned for his contributions to Italian cuisine, particularly at Del Posto. He is also recognized for his innovative gluten-free pasta concept, Pasta Flyer, and his...
Last updated: 7/1/2026, 3:41:25 AM
Pasta Flyer was a quick-serve café in Manhattan, conceptualized by fine dining chef Mark Ladner, aiming to deliver gourmet Italian pasta at bargain prices. It was known for making pasta in-house and cooking it fresh, often in a huge cheese wheel. The restaurant operated for just over a year before closing in December 2018.
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Customers generally praised the fresh, flavorful, and high-quality pasta, often describing it as having a homemade feel. Specific dishes like Fettuccine Alfredo, pesto with roasted tomatoes, and arrabiata were highlighted as delicious. Many appreciated the generous portions and good value for money. The atmosphere was described as calm, cozy, and relaxing, though it could get very busy with lines out the door. Staff were generally friendly, with specific mentions of excellent service from individuals like Xavier and a Portuguese-speaking cashier. However, some negative feedback included dirty tables and an instance of rude service when requesting water.
Pasta Flyer was sometimes referred to as the 'McDonald's of pasta' due to its fast-casual approach to serving high-quality pasta. It was located at 510 6th Avenue in Manhattan.
Based on customer feedback, weekdays might offer an easier experience as the restaurant could be 'super busy on a weekend' and often had 'a line out the door'.
