Boombots Pasta Shop

S scott b 8 reviews 16 July 2026

Being an Odi B's regular I knew Boombots was going to be fantastic but it still managed to exceed expectations! First off, shout out to having a delicious NA spritz on the happy hour menu for us sober folk. It tasted so dang refreshing, especially with the summer heat. And I get why people were talking about the house salad because the texture on the croutons was absolutely wild. It was impressive how they managed to be both crispy and buttery soft. And for the main course, im not exaggerating when I say I dreamt of the Congee Risotto last night. It's one of those dishes where every bite brings a new flavor to your palate and makes you think through what you're experiencing. The black garlic crema shines through and brings a flavor thats potent without being overpowering. Its a really well thought out dish texturally with the creaminess of the Congee and the jammy egg being balanced out by the crunch of the toasted seeds. And the nuttiness of the seeds + the shiso really pop against the richness. I cant wait to try the rest of the menu and see what else becomes my new favorite!

M Megan Kleckner 442 reviews · Local Guide 12 April 2026

The standout, hands down, was the mozzarella sticks—perfectly crisp on the outside with that ideal gooey, stretchy cheese pull inside. Honestly, I’d go back just for those. The pasta dishes, while clearly made with care and quality ingredients, leaned a bit too rich for my taste. There was a lot happening in each dish—bold sauces, multiple flavors competing—which made it feel slightly overwhelming rather than balanced. Dialing things back just a touch would really let the core ingredients shine. Overall, a great spot with serious potential, especially if you’re in the mood to indulge. And don’t even think about skipping those mozzarella sticks.

R Rachel Lawson 59 reviews · Local Guide 8 April 2026

Delicious! Great vibes. Excellent staff. The textures and flavors and combinations of ingredients made each course so so good. We had the beet root salad, the stroganoff, and the pumpkin cake. As well as the Portuguese sparkling wine, the bootsy gin cocktail and the amaro aperitif. Chefs kiss. Yum!

M Mark Filler 297 reviews · Local Guide 17 February 2026

You know what I hate? I hate getting excited for a place and then it lets you down. You look at the menu online, you get pumped, and then something with the atmosphere, food, or service disappoints. Well, that did NOT happen for this place fortunately. And I was very excited to check the place out over the last few weeks. I am a pasta guy. Anyway, although we only dipped our toes in the pool (only did happy hour, and not pasta yet), I was extremely pleased with Visit #1 of many. Their happy hour is unique and quite a value. First of all, you have me at hello with any IPA for $6 at happy hour. You have me fully at hello when that IPA is a West Coast IPA in a 16-ounce draft glass. That is a DEAL for craft beer drinkers (and PLEASE don't take that off the happy hour menu). They also had other creative things on the happy hour menu. Mini martini, pasta water, spaghett style, the IPA, no double digits in price on a wine pour, oysters (both West Coast and East Coast before you ask), mixed nuts, a meat and cheese plate, two salads (I will never eat a salad at happy hour, so just know that for future review hopes), etc. We are bar seat people always, and Kristoff (forgive me if that spelling is incorrect) was our bartender who gave us efficient service, attentive answers to my many questions about the place, and just an overall pleasant demeanor. Perfect service. The wife got three oysters and we shared the meat and cheese plate. She said the oysters were awesome (I am not an oyster person and couldn't tell you good and bad on that front), and the meat and cheese plate was simple, yet effective. Their fig add was a syrup, which was a new twist, and FINALLY a meat and cheese plate has enough bread for the ornaments. Both were great values, and extremely tasty. We thought the place just happened to be next to another one of our favorite places, Odie B's, but it actually is the same owner and they share the kitchen space. Apparently, the art gallery closed, and the owner of Odie B's decided to put this former pop-up place in as brick and mortar. Glad they made that brilliant decision. Once I put that together and got the history, the background music made sense. We always loved Odie B's for its energy and random background music, and our visit got the same thing for our ears. Today, it sounded like a James Brown station with maximum variety modifier of that genre. Knowing Odie B's, I assume the next music choice during our visit will be something totally else, but still fun. It is a good sign when you are already checking out the menu for your next visit, and we did that. My wife has already claimed the Dirty Martini Bucatini (also recommended by Kristoff), and I will be engaging with the Smoked Duck item that was leadoff hitter on the pasta menu. Note that they also have seasonal menu changes and regular specials they post on IG. Although I admittedly have not had a pasta there yet and I am reviewing a pasta place (sort of ironic), I loved the vibe of this place already. Glad we have a new neighborhood favorite, I highly recommend, and see you there...

Z Zane .Guilfoyle 237 reviews · Local Guide 14 February 2026

Absolutely highly recommend. Happy hour is absolutely fantastic, yes, even the pasta water martini. It tasted like the ultimate dirty Martini with more depth. They even have fresh oysters!!! All of the pasta dishes are so fresh and absolutely delicious. Get the mozzarella stick. The dirty Martini bucatini and duck lumache were absolutely to die for. Highly recommend for causal dinner or a date.