This restaurant in Haarlem has been around for a while, but we only recently discovered it. It’s the kind of place that makes you wonder why you haven’t been here sooner. Rigatoni Pastabar feels instantly familiar, as if they’ve been around for years. This pasta bar is all about delicious, casual Italian food in Haarlem.
This restaurant is the brainchild of the team behind Café Colette, Menu Corridor, and Nolita Pizzeria, and it shows in every detail. Their experience and expertise have come together in a new concept that feels just right.
The bright restaurant in the brand-new building on Tempeliersstraat features a large dining bar, cozy tables, and a lovely sunny terrace. Rigatoni is the perfect spot for a quick pasta meal when you don’t feel like cooking, but it’s also ideal for a long, cozy evening dining with friends. You can just as easily bring your kids here as you can linger late into the night with cocktails after dessert.
What makes Rigatoni extra special is that it’s truly a place where everyone feels welcome. It’s kid-friendly, there’s plenty of space for families, and your dog is welcome, too. The door is open—both literally and figuratively—and you’ll immediately notice that this is a local hotspot where neighbors love to drop by.
A restaurant in Haarlem that feels cozy and lively from day one. That’s only possible if you’ve already built a strong reputation, and the team behind Rigatoni has certainly done just that. The food is flavorful and surprising, the staff knowledgeable and friendly, and the atmosphere exactly what you’d hope for at a good pasta bar. Friends and neighbors already know exactly where to find this spot.
The menu features about eleven appetizers and small snacks to share and fill up the table. There’s also a nice selection of pastas, with options like mussels, guanciale, a vegetarian version with turnip greens, and even a kids’ pasta. So there’s something for everyone.
Is there really nothing to complain about? Actually, just one thing. Bring on those warm spring evenings, because Rigatoni’s terrace is already beckoning for a scroppino as the sun sets.