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Onda Pasta Bar, Circle Square, Oxford Road, Manchester

Onda Pasta Bar

4.7
4.7
273 Reviews
£25 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Neighborhood gem
A fresh pasta bar based in the Circle Square neighbourhood of Manchester.

Open Wednesday to Sunday every week.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 273 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Manchester/Greater Manchester

    Hot spot

  • Manchester/Greater Manchester

    Italian

  • Manchester/Greater Manchester

    Most Booked

  • Manchester

    Hot spot

  • Manchester

    Italian

  • Manchester

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Onda Pasta Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "fantastic service." Guests rave about the "fresh, high-quality ingredients" and the must-try tiramisu. The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, with attentive staff enhancing the overall experience. Though some find portions small, the quality remains "outstanding."

273 Reviews
  1. Connor

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food, fairly priced. VERY WORTH THE HYPE

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  2. Robyn

    Manchester

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    The focaccia was stale, the pasta was overcooked and cold. I never leave bad reviews but Onda was all hype and no substance. So disappointing after booking so long ago. Do not recommend.

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  3. Anna

    Birmingham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent good , can really taste the quality and the flavours , would definitely return to try the rest of the menu , tiramisu is worth the hype was stunning light and not too heavy perfect to finish off a meal

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  4. Gabi

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was exceptional, from the food to the service. Cannot wait to return

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  5. Kaiya

    Manchester

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the sharing-style of the dishes which allowed you to try many of the pastas and pizzas. Beef shin rage was amazing! The ambience was beautiful as the music wasn’t too loud but gave a nice vibe along with the dimmed lighting. The staff were very friendly upon welcoming. Will definitely be back again!

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  6. Lindsay

    South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the pumpkin fritte and rocket salad for appetisers, the spaghetti with parsley, chilli and breadcrumbs, fettuccine with Cornish crab and the tomato and mozzarella pizzetta. We had heard good things and had obviously seen the Instagram hype but even still it exceeded expectations. Everything was 10/10. Best tiramisu I’ve ever had! We will be back.

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  7. Lindy

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had another wonderful meal at Onda last night! Thank you for the great service, atmosphere, and food! Can’t wait to eat here again when I’m next in Manchester
    Onda Pasta BarResponded 7 days ago
    Hey Lindy! What a lovely review, thank you so much, will share this with the team! We can't wait to have you back! Have a lovely Christmas. Frank

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  8. Natalie

    Manchester

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Out of this world pasta and pizza perfect for sharing as the portion sizes are fairly small (in a good way). We wanted the pasta with vodka sauce but without the Nduja, which they did and knocked £1 off. Critiques would be the wine by the glass choices. Only two options , the house, and one other option. We got white and it wasn’t chilled enough and had to ask for ice. Also tiramisu - delicious but in my opinion too much cream to cake ratio. Would definitely come back. 8/10.
    Onda Pasta BarResponded 7 days ago
    Hey Natalie! Thank you for your review and feedback! We are reviewing our wine list next year to have a bit more variety! You know what, the tiramisu it's such an opinion divider, we've had a few comments the other way round. Have a good Christmas, Frank

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  9. LucyL

    Manchester

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Another example of an overhyped Instagram restaurant in Manchester. Underwhelming 4 pasta dishes lacking all the taste of what is advertised as their main component I.e, crab, mussels. £9 for a small slice of tiramisu that leaves much to be desired. When will a truly decent restaurant in Manchester pop up.

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  10. Adrian

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really nice food and atmosphere. Pasta was delicious and the pizzas were lovely.

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Onda Pasta Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 273 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 times today
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Onda Pasta Bar,, Circle Square, Oxford Road, Manchester M1 7FS

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Manchester
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access
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