# Pasta spots in Downtown, Nashville > Made for those who measure the quality of a neighborhood by the authenticity of its pasta. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/tennessee/nashville/downtown/best-pasta ## Places (8) ### 1. Villa Castrioti Romantic, candlelit setting with live piano creates a quiet, upscale vibe. Spaghetti with Garlic & Oil offers simple, clean flavors. Modern design and secret dining room add to the intimate experience. - Address: 300 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37201, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/VillaCastrioti ### 2. Margaritaville Restaurant - Nashville Two-level spot blends live music with a sports bar upstairs showing college football. Noise is high, making chat tough. Pasta shines with seafood Cajun and creamy penne Alfredo. Decor mixes mother-of-pearl booths and city views for a lively vibe. - Address: 322 Broadway 2nd floor, Nashville, TN 37201, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Margaritaville-Restaurant---Nashville ### 3. Culaccino Italian Restaurant + Bar Upscale Italian spot shines with handmade pasta like Mafalde and butternut squash ravioli. Sophisticated atmosphere suits date nights, while bartenders serve notable espresso martinis and old fashioneds. Fresh dishes and lively bar vibe make it a downtown standout. - Address: 900 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37203, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Culaccino-Italian-Restaurant-Bar ### 4. The Lounge at 2nd Modern bar and grill offers a laid-back atmosphere with live music and comfortable seating. Pasta dishes like penne vodka and spaghetti carbonara are carefully prepared and tasty. The place stays quiet off the beaten path, perfect for relaxed vibes. - Address: 139 2nd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheLoungeAt2nd ### 5. Ophelia's Pizza + Bar - Nashville European cafe style blends with cozy, theatrical decor and loud Italian music to create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Private patio seating offers a quiet contrast to the lively indoor energy. The space feels like a unique Italian villa with quirky, unapologetically southern touches. - Address: 401 Church St STE 910, Nashville, TN 37219, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Ophelia's-Pizza-Bar---Nashville ### 6. St.Vito Focacceria Small space with an open kitchen offers a cozy vibe and lively energy. Lasagna shines with crispy layers and rich lamb sauce. Focaccia bites add extraordinary flavor to the Italian dining experience. - Address: 605 Mansion St, Nashville, TN 37203, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/StVito-Focacceria ### 7. Caesar’s Italian Restaurant & Pizza Pizza takeout spot offers a quiet, cozy atmosphere perfect for family gatherings. Fresh-made pasta like Fettuccine Seafood Alfredo delivers rich flavor and quality. The place feels authentic with clean, dated decor and suits late-night bites with a chilled, peaceful vibe. - Address: 221 6th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37219, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Caesar’s-Italian-Restaurant-Pizza ### 8. Brugada Kitchen and Bar Modern American spot offers a calm vibe with live soulful music and stunning decor. Pasta lovers enjoy lamb meatball pasta with rich vodka sauce and fresh, large salmon pasta portions. The loungey feel near a busy area makes dining both relaxed and vibrant. - Address: 204 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37201, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BrugadaKitchenAndBar ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.