Fresh, affordable pasta w/ daily specials like Agnolotti. Some of the best in NYC for the price.
Forma Pasta Factory is a Brooklyn-based Italian eatery celebrated for its incredibly fresh, house-made pasta, with many hailing it as some of the best in NYC. While the pasta dishes, like the Bolognese and Agnolotti, receive high praise, the desserts are generally considered average. It's seen as a fantastic value, offering delicious and satisfying meals at affordable prices, making it a great neighborhood spot.
This Italian restaurant is renowned for its exceptionally fresh, house-made pasta, with dishes like Bolognese and Agnolotti frequently highlighted and highly recommended. While the pasta is consistently praised as some of the best in New York and offered at great prices, the desserts, such as tiramisu and lemon bars, are generally described as just 'alright' and not the main draw. The focus is clearly on the high-quality, affordable pasta.
"The fresh, house-made pasta is the star, with specific mentions of Bolognese and Agnolotti receiving high praise. The pomodoro and pesto dishes are also highlighted as customer favorites."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the fresh, delicious, and affordable pasta, often calling it some of the best in NYC. While some find the desserts merely average, the overall sentiment is highly positive due to the excellent value and quality of the pasta dishes.
Important Note
One commenter strongly advises against the restaurant, describing the pasta as akin to fast food made without care, though this is a minority opinion.
"This commenter recommends Forma Pasta Factory, noting that their full pasta plates are $14, although they do not serve Chicken Parm."
Positive"Forma Pasta Factory is praised for having some of the best pasta around, with plates costing around $15."
Positive"This user recommends Forma Pasta in Greenpoint as a great value option."
Positive"Forma Pasta is recommended as a satisfying option."
Positive"Forma Pasta Factory is recommended for affordable, solid fast-casual pasta."
Positive"This commenter described Forma Pasta Factory as a budget-friendly option that is fine if you are already in the neighborhood, but not worth traveling for, especially for tourists with limited time."
Neutral"This commenter described Forma Pasta Factory as a budget-friendly option that is fine if you are already in the neighborhood, but not worth traveling for, especially for tourists with limited time."
Neutral"Forma Pasta Factory was described as fantastic considering its price and convenience."
Positive"The commenter disagreed with the notion that judging desserts at a restaurant is a faux pas, asserting that diners have the right to judge any item on the menu. They also noted that Forma is an everyday neighborhood spot and not a destination for desserts."
Neutral"The commenter argued that Forma's main draw is its fresh pasta, which is among the best in NYC, and that judging its desserts when that's not the focus is unfair. They also noted that the desserts were 'alright' and perhaps great for an elevated fast-casual place."
Neutral"The author found the pasta at Forma Pasta Factory to be amazing and very affordable. They felt the desserts, tiramisu and lemon bars, were just alright and nothing special."
Neutral"Forma Pasta is recommended as a place to try before leaving NYC, implying a positive experience for pasta lovers."
Positive"This is one of the original poster's usual go-to restaurants, implying a positive experience."
Positive"This restaurant is considered a top pick for pasta, specifically highlighting its pomodoro and pesto dishes."
Positive"Forma Pasta on Greenpoint Avenue is mentioned as a place where one can get a seat outside on Wednesdays for their special Agnolotti."
Positive"Strongly advises against Forma Pasta Factory, describing it as similar to fast food pasta that is not made with love."
Negative"Lists Forma Pasta Factory among other recommended Italian restaurants."
Positive"Recommends Forma Pasta Factory as an unpretentious Italian restaurant."
Positive"Recommends Forma Pasta Factory, noting it has multiple locations."
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