A couple years back, I had lunch at Pastaria. with a few co-workers. We had winnings from Fantasy Football to spend and spend we did. It is decorated like an Italian farmhouse and the pasta construction is part of the entertainment. The dark rich bread is home-made and you can make your own dipping oil with salt, pepper, quality olive oil and hot oil all laid out for your personal touch. There is a small interesting pasta menu along with pizza available at lunch. I had the pistachio ravioli and it was outstanding.
We went back with more football winnings and this time I had a classic pasta lunch special. It reminded me of how much I truly love this place.
So when I had a recent opportunity to be in Clayton at dinner time, Pastaria came to mind. I went back to the pistachio ravioli as it is truly outstanding. My wife had the wood oven roasted lasagna and loved it.
We had a really nice Italian wine, Scarpetta Barbera (in honor of the Patricia Cornwall book series) and completely enjoyed the evening. The place was packed and from the conversations I could overhear, it sounded like lots of "foodies" are regulars.
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