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Welcome to the delightful world of Mona Lisa Pasta, where Italian culinary tradition meets modern charm, nestled right in the heart of Charlottesville, VA. If you're in search of an exceptional pizza experience or a cozy dining spot perfect for groups, Mona Lisa Pasta is your answer. Located at 921 Preston Ave, this eatery boasts a lively atmosphere complete with an open kitchen showcasing its impressive brick oven.
Mona Lisa Pasta excels in offering a wide variety of dishes that tantalize the taste buds. The menu ranges from mouth-watering pizzas to sublime pasta and tasty sandwiches, all crafted with high-quality ingredients. According to patrons like Sophia C., their mushroom and pesto pizza is not just a meal; it’s an unforgettable culinary experience, with a crust and cheese combination that's simply perfect. Customers rave about the exceptional flavors and the dedication to quality.
The restaurant’s commitment to customer satisfaction extends beyond the delicious food. The reviews highlight the attentive service provided by a friendly staff that genuinely seems to care about your dining experience. Jack H., who ordered catering for a large gathering, emphasized the smooth process and value for money, not to mention the rave reviews from guests who enjoyed the grilled vegetables and pasta salad alongside their pizzas.
Whether you are planning a casual night out or a celebratory gathering, Mona Lisa Pasta is a must-visit destination. From its inviting ambiance to the delectable offerings, this restaurant captures the essence of Italian comfort food, making it not just a meal but a joyful experience. Don’t miss the chance to savor what locals like Rose C. and Alex C. celebrate as the best pizza in town!
For inquiries or to place an order, feel free to call them at (434) 295-2494. Make your next meal memorable at Mona Lisa Pasta!
“ Lemme start with the fact that this pizza is easily in my top 5 all time, I got the mushroom and pesto and added roasted peppers. The crust and cheese are beyond perfect and they have a cool open kitchen where you can see their brick oven. The wait time was about 25 minutes and I waited an extra 10 before checking in and my pizza had been ready but I'm not even upset because it was so good. The only thing I wouldn't do again is get the ginger ale, the 6 pack was about $17 because she had to scan each bottle individually, I love ginger ale and that was unfortunately the worst I've ever had. I'll say it again tho- the pizza is SO worth it!! ”
“ For my niece's baby shower for 40 guests we ordered grilled vegetables, pasta salad, and sandwich platters from the catering menu and then some pizzas. The manager (perhaps owner) was very friendly, gave great advice on what to order for the crowd, and even let me know to tone down a bit from my original plan (and was right - we ended up with the right amount). Everything was great, elevated above what I expected from the descriptions, and we got rave reviews from the guests. Very reasonably priced, and everything was as ordered, on time. The restaurant was busy when we stopped by, and if you're looking to feed a big group, this is the place to order from. I've made catering arrangements for a lot of family events, and this was one of the smoothest and best received. A local place with a lot of heart. ”
“ Best tasting pizza in Cville! Wide variety of menu options. Attentive and cordial staff.... ”
“ Great pizza with an amazing crust! Always fresh and well-prepared. Staff is very cordial and professional. Keep up the good work! ”
“ We all know Cville suffers from a mediocre pizza scene, but Mona Lisa is definitely one of the better (& cheaper) places in town. Will be my new go-to pizza place for large orders! Would recommend the sausage and onion. ”
“ While staying in the area for work, I stopped in for a very late lunch (just a sandwich), not knowing this was not only a restaurant (with pizza, pasta, and sandwiches to take out), but also a little "take & bake" and Italian grocery store. After ordering my sandwich, I saw many things that caught my eye, on shelves and in their freezer, so I ended up picking up several more items to take home. My sandwich was AWESOME! I got the Val d'Aosta Sandwich and the focaccia it was on was incredible! The meats, toppings, etc all came together perfectly and it was really tasty! I'd love to go back and try their pizza next time.... They have a beautiful brick oven pizza flaming up in the kitchen, which is viewable from the store. Staff was very helpful and friendly too! Highly recommend!! But if you want to dine in, it's more of a carry-out with one (maybe two?) table for two inside. ”
“ I ordered ahead a lasagna from Mona Lisa and it came fresh for our party. It was a huge hit! Served at the right temp and wow the recipe was amazing. We got the vegetable option and it was like nothing I've ever had before. On the pricier end in my opinion but this was definitely worth it. ”
“ This place is the real deal for authenticate Italian. My wife and I tried their pizza (amazing). We got it to go and went across the street to the Starr Hill brewery to eat. The crust on this Neapolitan style pizza is simply the best around. There are others that are close, but this is by far our favorite place to get pizza. We also got fresh pasta and sauce to go, which again was excellent. All are little pricey, but well worth it for treating yourself on the weekend. You can't take it with you ;-) Definitely revisiting this place in the future.................. ”
“ Heard great things about the pizza here at Mona Lisa Pasta. It really was good and just the way I like pizza. Ordered online to pick up and the site was very user friendly. I called when I arrived as the online system suggested and I think it's easier just to go to the counter inside. The crust was cooked just the way I requested through the online system and the thinly grated parmesan cheese over the prosciutto was perfect. I stayed to have a slice in their seating area that is back open and very inviting for locals and new visitors alike. They also make amazing fresh pasta, pasta sauces and freeze meals and pasta for quick pick up in their refrigerated section. In addition, it is a small international/mainly Italian food market so you can find great host gifts, olives, cheeses, oils, crackers and the list goes on! ”
“ Okay first of all umm yum!!! I went for the first time today because I had heard so many things about their fresh pasta being amazing and all so I just had to try it. I got egg pasta and basil pesto and oh my goodness it did not disappoint! I like pesto a lot but finding a good pesto has been super hard, until today. Not going to lie, it was perfect. Everything was super balanced and delicious. I definitely will be trying their other sauces and pasta!! They also have a bunch of other things like wine, oil, frozen pasta, and so on. Highly recommend! ”