Alexanders Pasta Express

05/14/10

EXCELLENT!!

by kcolmer at Citysearch

Alexanders is an all around excellent restaurant. The create your own pasta is awesome and you can even do a split plate which is enough for two! If you are in Little Italy and want Italian this is the place to go!

• Pros: Great menu, excellent food
• Cons: none

02/02/09

excellent menu

by pghstillers at Citysearch

I used to live right by Alexander's. They have a broad range of prices, so you can there on a budget or indulge yourself. It's a pretty quiet place, for the most part, and the wait staff is very good. My personal favorites here are the fried calamari and the Mafalda Alexander with hot sausage. The pizzas are pretty good, but the pasta dishes are the thing to get here. The subs here are pretty cheap and very good, and so are a good option for lunch.

• Pros: service, prices

05/19/08

Great Food and Service!!!!

by addyeight88 at Citysearch

This is a favorite friday night dinner spot of my boyfriends and I. We usually start off with a nice glass of wine and fried zucchini. It is out of this world good. I usually get the pasta marfredo. I love the mix of marinara and alfredo. My boyfriend LOVES the chicken parmesan. If we have extra room we get to split either the tiramisu or the rice pudding. Its a total tie on which we get because they are both fantastic. Actually I dont think I have ever gotten something I didn't like here. Its all good. We love going on friday nights because of the hostess Denny, he is very outgoing and funny. He really makes you feel welcome. If we go late enough he hands out the extra loafs of FRESH italian bread.

• Pros: Service, Selection

03/11/07

2ND to Nonni's!

by mojoitalia at Citysearch

(long) The only reason anyone eats at Del's is that it is the first resturant they see coming off the bridge. If they only knew what was up the avenue a little further. I am a homemade sauce kind-a-girl, I love Italian food but I rather not eat it out. All that said, Alexanders is not only great place for lunch with the family but perfect for a romantic night out. The herbs and seasoning in the sauce are mouth watering. And if you happen to finish a whole portion there isn't a puddle of water at the bottom of your bowl(like other Bloomfield Italian Resturants). The whole staff is extremely friendly and efficient. I recommend this place for private parties whether in their hall or their catering, you won't be disappointed.

• Pros: Sauce, Service, Seating
• Cons: Dave

10/30/06

Make your own pasta dish!

by strawberrylimonade at Citysearch

Alexander's is a regular spot for my friends and me. It's a place that I can take a crowd because I know that everyone will find something they love. The vibe is ma and pa, and the staff is always friendly. My boyfriend (BF) and I always start with the pesto asparagus. The crisp yet tender asparagus is accented with a flavorful pesto and creamy goat's cheese. The sauce is also great for dipping the bread. BF has been getting the stuffed banana peppers, which have become a new necessity. It is not unusual for many of my guests to order the same entree- Eggplant Alexander. The marinara sauce and ricotta cheese are the perfect accompaniment to the breaded eggplant. I tend to fluctuate between this and the pasta. The pasta is mix and match. You pick the pasta, the sauce, and then add meat and vegetables. Sometimes its basil and garlic sauce, and other times it's a creamy tomato. But I always have to add Portobello mushrooms and get whole wheat spaghetti. You never have to struggle to taste the spices; garlic thrives at Alexander's. Don't forget to accent your meal with a glass of Italian red. Although you may be tempted, don't stuff yourself full. Take home your leftovers. I usually have enough for the next 2 dinners! Save room and get a slice of their decadent chocolate cake. Any chocoholic will fall madly in love.

I have few small complaints... Your dinner does not come with a salad, and you can't get a side of pasta. I would really love to be able to get an eggplant Alexander and pasta combination meal. The other caveat is that they do not have lasagnas and manicottis.

When bringing a crowd, I like to call ahead and make reservations. They are always happy to accomodate.

• Pros: Delicious
• Cons: No salad w/meal; No combo meals