Cafe Pasta Menu

Welcome to Cafe Pasta, a delightful haven for Italian cuisine nestled at 305 State St, Greensboro, NC. This charming eatery combines casual elegance with an intimate ambiance, making it perfect for families, groups, or a cozy date night. With its diverse menu, Cafe Pasta caters to all tastes, boasting vegan and vegetarian options that highlight the freshest ingredients.

Start your meal with a refreshing Cafe Caesar Salad or the robust Mediterranean Salad. For your main course, indulge in artisanal pasta dishes or savor the melty goodness of their Tuscan Chicken Panini. Sides like Roasted Red Potatoes and Sautéed Vegetables complement any meal beautifully.

  • Takes Reservations
  • Offers Delivery and Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating Available
  • Full Bar with Good Drink Selections
  • Catering Services for Your Events

Whether for lunch or dinner, Cafe Pasta promises a memorable dining experience with excellent service and free Wi-Fi to keep you connected. Don't miss out on their vibrant flavors!

Appetizers

Homemade Italian Sausage

Grilled sausage with roasted red pepper caramelized onions, and veal demi- glace.

$11.70

Breaded Three Cheese Ravioli

Served with house marinara and Pecorino Romano.

$12.87

Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Fresh spinach with cream cheese, Parmesan and our blend of spices, served with toast points.

$10.53

Italian-style Fried Zucchini

Served with house marinara and Parmesan Reggiano.

$10.53

Fresh Fried Calamari

$12.87

Firecracker Shrimp

Crispy fried popcorn shrimp with sweet and spicy coulis. Spicy.

$14.04

Shrimp Cocktail

Chilled shrimp with classic cocktail sauce.

$12.87

Cafe Crabcakes

Fresh lump crab meat married with our blend of fresh herbs, pan seared and served with spicy remoulade. Spicy.

$15.21

Basket Of Hot Chips

Served with whole grain honey mustard dipping sauce.

$10.53

Cafe Caesar Salad

Crisp romaine tossed in Caesar dressing topped with croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese.

$10.53

Cafe Wedge Salad

Crisp iceberg wedge, bleu cheese, bacon, Roma tomatoes, and walnuts with bleu cheese dressing.

$12.87

Mediterranean Salad

Garden fresh tomatoes, Kalamata olives, roasted peppers, pepperoncini, cucumbers and feta over fresh mixed greens with house vinaigrette.

$14.04

Caprese Salad

Fresh mozzarella atop sliced Roma tomatoes with fresh basil, garlic, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic.

$14.04

Chef Salad

Turkey, ham, bacon, hardboiled eggs, tomatoes, cucumbers, and cheddar cheese over a bed of greens.

$15.21

Cobb Salad

Chicken, bacon, hardboiled eggs, tomatoes, cucumbers and crumbled blue cheese.

$16.38

Spinach Salad

Spinach, hardboiled eggs, bacon, onions, and tomatoes with feta cheese

$11.70

Salads

Entrees

Lasagna

Lasagna with beef Bolognese, creamy ricotta, fresh mozzarella, house pomodoro and shaved Parmesan Reggiano.

$17.55

Fettuccine Primavera

Fresh vegetables in a vodka tomato cream sauce with herbs and red pepper flakes.

$16.38

Spaghetti Bolognese

Sauteed ground sirloin, roasted peppers and fresh mushrooms in a classic, Roma tomato sauce with Romano cheese.

$18.72

Tortellini Alfredo

Cheese filled tri-color tortellini in a four cheese cream sauce with fresh cracked black pepper and parsley.

$16.38

Wild Mushroom Ravioli

Mushroom ravioli served in a vodka tomato cream sauce with herbs.

$19.89

Shrimp Scampi

Sauteed shrimp with fresh tomatoes, feta, lemon, herbs, white wine and olive oil.

$21.06

Cajun Penne

Chicken and shrimp with andouille sausage tossed in marinara sauce served over penne pasta.

$23.40

South Beach

Sea scallops, artichoke hearts and roasted red peppers served in a Parmesan cream sauce over angel hair pasta.

$25.74

Salsiccia

Spicy Italian sausage sauteed with roasted red peppers and onions over fettuccine with your choice of a creamy Parmesan sauce or spicy marinara sauce. Spicy.

$21.06

Linguine Rustica

Sauteed chicken and shrimp with sun-dried tomatoes in extra virgin olive oil, lemon and herbs and mixed greens served over linguine with Parmesan cheese.

$23.40

Herb Grilled Chicken Breast

Char broiled chicken drizzled with light basil pesto cream sauce and chefs choice of two sides.

$19.89

Grilled Fresh Salmon

Pan seared and served with a citrus white wine sauce with fresh summer vegetables and mashed potatoes.

$25.74

Parmigiana

Served over angel hair, topped with marinara and mozzarella.

$19.89

Marsala

Served over gemelli topped with a mushroom demi Marsala sauce.

$19.89

Picatta

Served over linguini topped with classic picatta sauce and spinach.

$19.89

12 oz. Black Angus Ribeye Entree

Aged USDA choice marbled Angus with chefs choice of 2 sides.

$30.42

Hot Chips

$4.68

Roasted Red Potatoes

$4.68

Sauteed Vegetables

$4.68

Spaghetti Squash

$5.85

French Fries

$4.68

Pasta with Marinara

$7.02

Pasta with Olive Oil

$7.02

Side House Salad

$5.85

Side Caesar Salad

$5.85

Cup Soup Du Jour

Soup of the day.

$4.68

Sides

Kids

Kids Fettuccine Alfredo

$7.02

Kids Spaghetti and Meatballs

$7.02

Kids Chicken Tenders

$7.02

Kids Classic Mac and Cheese

$7.02

Kids Flatbread Pizza

$7.02

Cafe Caesar Salad Lunch

Crisp romaine tossed in Caesar dressing topped with croutons and shredded Parmesan.

$10.53

Lemon Chicken Salad Lunch

Lemon marinated grilled chicken served on mixed greens with garden vegetables and balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

$14.04

Cafe Wedge Salad Lunch

Crisp iceberg wedge, bleu cheese, bacon, Roma tomatoes and walnuts with bleu cheese dressing.

$11.70

Blackened Chicken and Shrimp Salad Lunch

Blackened chicken and shrimp with cheddar, tomatoes, red onions, bacon, and hard boiled egg served with country style ranch dressing.

$16.38

Mediterranean Salad Lunch

Garden fresh tomatoes, Kalamata olives, roasted peppers, pepperoncini, cucumbers and feta over fresh mixed greens with house vinaigrette.

$12.87

Chef Salad Lunch

Turkey, ham, bacon, hardboiled egg, tomatoes, cucumbers, and cheddar over a bed of greens.

$12.87

Spinach Salad Lunch

Spinach, hardboiled eggs, bacon, onions, and tomatoes with feta cheese

$11.70

Lunch Salads

Lunch Paninis and Wraps

Roasted Veggie Wrap Lunch

Marinated grilled seasonal vegetables with a sun-dried tomato spread in a warm tortilla. Vegetarian.

$9.54

Cafe Turkey Panini Lunch

Smoked turkey with bacon, provolone, lettuce and tomato on whole grain bread.

$10.74

Tuscan Chicken Panini Lunch

Char broiled chicken with mozzarella, roasted peppers, and pesto on whole grain bread.

$11.40

Club Wrap Lunch

Classic club with turkey, ham, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato and Dijon in a warm tomato basil tortilla.

$11.94

Italian Sub Lunch

Salami, ham, pepperoni and provolone cheese with lettuce, tomato, oil and vinegar served on a traditional Italian roll.

$11.94

Meatball Mozzarella Sub Lunch

Italian meatballs with marinara sauce and provolone on a traditional Italian roll.

$10.20

Walnut Chicken Salad Panini Lunch

Homemade all white meat chicken salad with walnuts, grapes, Dijon mayo, red onions and celery on whole grain bread.

$10.74

Angel Hair Pomodoro

Fresh tomatoes, basil and Parmesan cheese with garlic olive oil sauce.

$11.70

Liguine Rustica

Sauteed chicken and shrimp with sun-dried tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, lemon, herbs Parmesan and mixed greens served over linguine.

$17.55

Penne Palermo

Andouille sausage, fresh tomatoes and mushrooms in a Dijon cream sauce.

$15.21

Chicken Picatta

Chicken served over linguini topped with classic picatta sauce and spinach.

$14.04

Almond Crusted Salmon Entree Lunch

Cast-iron seared, topped with fresh sauteed vegetables and citrus white wine sauce over garlic mashed potatoes.

$16.74

Baked Ziti with Meatballs Lunch

Ziti pasta baked with homemade meatballs, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.

$11.94

Shrimp Scampi Lunch

Sauteed shrimp with fresh tomatoes, feta, lemon, herbs, white wine, and olive oil.

$13.14

Lunch Entrees

Desserts

Chocolate Mousse

$5.94

Key Lime Pie

$5.94

Ricotta Cheesecake

$7.14

Chocolate Cheesecake

$7.14

Tiramisu

$7.14

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

$5.94