UOVO Santa Monica

"Hands down, this is the best pasta bar I’ve tried. Everything looks simple at first glance, but every dish is cooked to order and absolutely perfect. Watching the chef work the open kitchen is part of the fun, you can really see the care and precision that goes into each plate. The cacio e pepe was unreal. Finished in the cheese wheel, with the melted cheese clinging perfectly to the pasta, rich, creamy, and so satisfying. The ragu looked pretty humble, but once it was tossed with that perfectly al dente pasta, the depth really came through. You could taste how long that meat sauce had been slowly cooked down, deep, savory, and full of flavor. Such an awesome lunch spot overall, and I’ll definitely be back for more."

"Absolutely outstanding experience at UOVO Santa Monica! They bring fresh pasta directly from Italy every single day — and you can truly taste the difference! The atmosphere is both warm and cool, blending an elegant yet relaxed vibe that makes you want to stay longer. I ordered the truffle pasta with fungi on the side, and the moment I walked in, that mesmerizing truffle aroma filled the air — pure heaven. Every bite was perfection! The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making the entire dining experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend this spot to anyone who appreciates authentic Italian cuisine and exceptional hospitality. 🇮🇹🍝✨"

"It’s no1 pasta I have ever had in my life. We had truffle course menu, price is reasonable and we were both (2 people) full after full course. One thing is that it took 30 min for the first menu to come out. But from second one it did not take long. Foods are beyond level tho."

"The tasting menus are excellent! The dishes work together very well. From crude to three pastas, topped off with dessert by the end. Perfect for a date night. And the tiramisu is out of this world—layered with what feels like mousse, ice cream, and coffee on the bottom plus just the right amont of crunchiness. The only thing that could be better: I wish it is a tad brighter inside so we wouldn’t need flashlight to read the menu!"

"｜Overall ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) Environment ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ The space is stylish but very dim—so dark that it was hard to read the menu. There was also no phone signal inside, and I had to step outside just to send messages, which was inconvenient. Food ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ • Truffle Pasta ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ Very fragrant and well made, but a bit too plain for my taste. I didn’t expect it to come as just noodles and sauce, so I added mushrooms to bring in more depth and flavor. • Tartar ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ Fresh and clean. Nothing surprising, but solid and enjoyable. • Tiramisu ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent. Very moist and well balanced—easily the highlight of the meal."