Die-hard fans of Italian fare always face the prospect of a lighter wallet when their favourite Italian restaurant comes a-calling. After all, fixing frequent pasta cravings without burning a hole in your pocket is no easy task.
In the spirit of true value for money, we bring you a quick guide to pocket-friendly Italian nosh in Pune.
The Pasta House
Strictly for takeaways and deliveries, the Pasta House holds a unique meal experience, as the chef cooks exclusively for you. The Indo-Italian food station incorporates Indian herbs and spices for a flavourful twist. Their creamy Punjabi Tadka pasta is a party in your mouth. However, order a couple of hours prior to delivery to allow for cooking time.
Where: Bibwewadi
Cost for two: Averages at Rs. 500
Crazy Cheesy
A two storeyed eatery, Crazy Cheesy means business. Visit only if you truly adore the stringy molten mistress- Mozzarella is. With a modest ambiance, it’s clear that the Indianised, yet mouth-watering pizzas are the real money-makers here. Try their Paneer Tikka, Peppy Paneer or Tandoor Paneer Pizza and Cheese Pasta for a cheesy experience.
Where: Sadashiv Peth
Cost for two: Averages at Rs. 300
The Blue Plate
Famous for their Pink Sauce Pasta and delectable garlic bread, the Blue Platte is your go-to place in Aundh. A quaint little place with beautifully set tables, this resto has quick service and their Creamy Pesto Pasta is to die for. Foodies can also try their freshly baked baguettes and flat breads.
Where: Aundh
Cost for two: Averages at Rs. 400
Boston Food Truck
When your hunger pangs demand great food, but your wallet screams nooo, drive over to this food truck. Their Alfredo and Arabiata pastas are served with crisp garlic bread and should hit the spot. A word to the wise, as with any food truck Boston doesn’t offer seating.
Where: Wakad
Cost for two: Averages at Rs. 300
Le Cossy
The new kid on the block, this place offers quick bites and flavourful Pink Pasta apart from delicious mocktails. The ambiance is the real crowd pleaser though, for Le Cossy is festooned with artsy doodles and quaint outdoor seating. You can listen to soft music and read or even play some of their inhouse games with your mates. They have UNO, chess and scrabble apart from a full-fledged pool table.
Where: Koregaon Park
Cost for two: Averages at Rs. 300
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