Pasta Fresca Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Pasta Fresca, an Italian culinary gem nestled at 4722 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC. Renowned for its authentic flavors and vibrant ambiance, this restaurant has quickly become a local favorite. The menu is a celebration of Italian cuisine, featuring impressive options like hand-breaded calamari and a rich crab bisque, alongside the must-try traditional lasagna that has delighted numerous diners.
The extensive wine selection, including the refreshing Van Duzer Pinot Gris and the spicy La Miraja Barbera, pairs perfectly with each dish. Guests rave about the generous portions and the careful attention to fresh ingredients, making every meal comforting and satisfying. Whether you dine in or order takeout, Pasta Fresca ensures a memorable experience, characterized by exemplary service and a genuine love for Italian culinary arts.
Wine
Whites
Torresella Prosecco, Veneto, Italy
Classic Italian Fizz
Torresella Prosecco Rose, Veneto, Italy
Pink Bubbles? Double Trouble. This little charmer won't be ignored.
Vincinus Vinho Verde, Portugal
Low in alcohol, this spritzy and crisp white is all flavor and no regrets.
Grape Abduction White Blend, Slovenia
Floral, crisp, unique and vibrant like those super cheap bouquets from Trader Joe's
White's Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
It's the "life of the party and in bed by ten" kinda vibe. My perfect night.
L'Arpent Des Vaudons Sauvignon Blanc, Touraine, France
Hand-harvested grapes from a small French winery just down the road from Sancerre. White wine perfection.
Underwood Pinot Gris, Oregon
A softer, more subtle version of a Sauv Blanc. It's not so much Lucy, but more of an Ethel.
Van Duzer Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, Oregon
The “it” place for Pinot Noir has now become THE spot for Pinot Gris. It’s full, fruity and a little spicy. Sounds like my future ex
Viberti Filebasse Unoaked Chardonnay DOC, Piedmont, Italy
No oak or butter here. This little Italian chard is aged in steel to give it a crisp & clean finish.
Timeplace Chardonnay, Monterey, California
Rich and creamy with a long clean finish. Bonus: the label is a painting of the marsh on Johns Island. We're sold.
Reds
SolRoom Red Blend, California
Your Yacht Rock essential. Mellow and smooth like my 70's childhood.
Radley And Finch Shiraz, South Africa
Bright, fresh, and lively. This spicy little PYT is hard to forget.
Borealis Pinot Noir, Oregon
Light-bodied with grapes sourced mostly from Willamette Valley. High quality, great value. Like scoring designer in TJ Max
Averaen Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon
ALL grapes from the ultimate Pinot Noir place. Red wine perfection.
Il Bastardo, Toscano, Sangiovese
Even though he is simple and a bit cheap, we still love to have that little bastardo with dinner.
Giuliano Rosati Toscano Rosso, Tuscany, Italy
A rustic red perfect for marinara dishes. Bonus: It's in the most adorable squat bottle.
Ciacci Piccolomini D'Aragona IGT Toscono Rosso, Tuscany, Italy
La Miraja Barbera D'Asti DOCG, Piedmont, Italy
A Classic spicy Italian. It's the Sophia Loren of our list.
The Critic, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, California
Your new favorite cab. Lush, full-bodied, a steal. You’re welcome.
Garlic Bread
fresh garlic spread on baked daily French bread toasted to perfection
Cheese Bread
baked daily French bread topped with a mix of parmesan and mozzarella cheeses toasted till bubbly
Loaded Bread
fresh garlic spread on baked daily French bread and topped with a mix of parmesan and mozzarella cheeses toasted till bubbly
Bruschetta
tons of roma tomatoes, fresh picked basil and chopped garlic marinated in olive oil served over toasted French bread and topped with a mix of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Finally, drizzled with our creamy balsamic vinaigrette for two
Flash Fried Brussel Sprouts
a heaping portion topped with parmesan served with roasted red pepper pesto aioli
Caprese Fresca
sliced buffalo mozzarella with sliced roma tomatoes and fresh picked basil drizzled with EVOO
Flash Fried Fresh Mozzarella Balls
served with sriracha marinara
Hand Breaded Calamari
tender calamari and peppadew peppers lightly breaded and fried with panko breadcrumbs served with a sriracha marinara
Appetizers & Breads
Soups and Salads
Crab Bisque
cup of our house-made tomato basil crab bisque
Bacon Caesar Salad
romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, bacon and croutons tossed in our house-made Caesar dressing
Greek Fresca
pepperoncini, kalamata olives, red onions, cucumbers and roma tomatoes sprinkled with a generous portion of feta cheese over a bed of green-leaf lettuce topped with our house Italian vinaigrette
Feta Checca Salad
romaine lettuce tossed with EVOO marinated roma tomatoes, fresh garlic & basil and sprinkled with feta cheese
Strawberry Balsamic Salad
a bed of green leaf lettuce tossed with our house made strawberry balsamic vinaigrette and topped with fresh strawberries, pecans and our house made sun-dried tomato goat cheese
Buttered Noodles And Parmesan Cheese
Spaghetti Marinara
Spaghetti And A Meatball
Chicken Fingers
Fettuccine Alfredo
Kids Menu
Pasta Entrees
Pasta Fresca Ravioli
A must try! ravioli stuffed with a mix of spinach, walnuts, cheese and topped with your choice of marinara, creamy marinara or alfredo sauce
Cheese Ravioli
ravioli stuffed with a blend of mild Italian cheeses and topped with your choice of marinara, creamy marinara or alfredo sauce
Classic Tortellini
tortellini stuffed with a mix of aged Italian cheeses and topped with your choice of marinara, creamy marinara or alfredo sauce
Gnocchi
potato dumplings served with a sun-dried tomato alfredo sauce topped with flash-fried brussels sprouts
Loaded Spaghetti
two handmade meatballs and Italian sausage topped with our hearty meat sauce served over our traditional spaghetti
Spaghetti & Meatballs
housemade spaghetti with two handmade meatballs topped with marinara
Spaghetti Meat Sauce
housemade spaghetti topped with a hearty ground beef marinara sauce
Spaghetti Marinara
housemade spaghetti topped with our made daily marinara
Traditional Lasagna
mild Italian sausage, house-made marinara and a blend of three cheeses layered with fresh pasta, topped with mozzarella baked and topped with more of our house-made marinara
Chicken Parmesan
chicken breaded and fried topped with marinara sauce and served on our housemade spaghetti, finished with a melted mix of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses
Loaded Alfredo
southeastern wild-caught shrimp(4) and scallops(2) sautéed with chicken, bacon and sliced button mushrooms tossed in our house-made alfredo served over your choice of pasta
Chicken & Spinach Lasagna
a unique twist on an old favorite. Spinach and ricotta cheese layered with pan sautéed chicken and our house-made béchamel sauce, topped with mozzarella and baked, then finished with our creamy marinara
Chicken Alfredo Fresca
sautéed chicken with sliced mushrooms and green peas sautéed in our traditional alfredo with a hint of nutmeg and tossed with your choice of house-made pasta
Chicken Marsala
sautéed chicken with sliced mushrooms, peppadew peppers and fresh basil finished in a creamy marsala sauce served over your choice of house-made pasta
The House Special
chicken and sliced mushrooms sautéed in our creamy marinara sauce served with your choice of house-made pasta
Creole-Mex
southeastern wild-caught shrimp and andouille sausage sautéed with fresh red peppers and portabella mushrooms in a house-made jalapeno bacon cream sauce tossed with your choice of house-made pasta
Shrimp & Prosciutto Rosa
southeastern wild-caught shrimp sauteed with prosciutto ham, button mushrooms and peas tossed in our creamy marinara sauce
Chicken Santa Fe
chicken sautéed with sliced mushrooms, roasted red peppers and green onions in a cayenne cream sauce served with your choice of house-made pasta
Seafood Santa Fe
southeastern wild-caught shrimp and scallops sautéed with roasted red peppers and green onions in a cayenne cream sauce served with your choice of house-made pasta
SHRIMP Santa Fe
southeastern wild-caught SHRIMP (no scallops) sautéed with roasted red peppers and green onions in a cayenne cream sauce served with your choice of house-made pasta
Chicken Bacon Gorgonzola
chicken and bacon sautéed with roma tomatoes and fresh spinach tossed with our gorgonzola cream sauce served over your choice of pasta
SHRIMP Gorgonzola
southeastern wild-caught SHRIMP (no scallops) sautéed with sliced mushrooms, green onions and roasted red peppers finished in our gorgonzola cream sauce, served with your choice of house-made pasta
Seafood Gorgonzola
southeastern wild-caught shrimp and scallops sautéed with sliced mushrooms, green onions and roasted red peppers finished in our gorgonzola cream sauce, served with your choice of house-made pasta
Seared Scallops
pan-seared southeast wild-caught bay scallops sautéed with roma tomatoes and fresh asparagus topped with a lemon butter reduction served on your choice of pasta
Seared SHRIMP
pan-seared southeast wild-caught SHRIMP (no scallops) sautéed with roma tomatoes and fresh asparagus topped with a lemon butter reduction served on your choice of pasta
Southwest Chicken
chicken with roasted red peppers, green onions and roma tomatoes sautéed in a cilantro-mint white wine butter sauce served with your choice of house-made pasta
Salmon Bacon Fresca
filet of salmon pan sautéed with bacon, fresh haricot verts, zucchini, squash and red peppers tossed with a lemon butter sauce served with your choice of pasta
Spaghetti
Spinach Spaghetti
Angel Hair
Spinach Angel Hair
Fettuccine
Spinach Fettuccine
Gluten Free
A Bed Of Fresh Spinach
Red Or White Sangria
By the glass
Italian 75
Fresh lemon muddled with simple syrup, gin & Italicus Bergamot liquor topped with prosecco
Aperol Spritz
Our favorite Italian Summer refresher. Slightly bitter orange Italian liquor and Prosecco served over ice in a wine glass with an orange slice. Ahhhh
St. Fresca
Our signature Summer cocktail and a favorite among our regulars. Finlandia grapefruit vodka and St. Germaine elderflower liqueur topped with Fresca
Scotty Dog
An owner original. Finlandia Grapefruit vodka fresh squeezed ruby red grapefruit slices and a splash of ruby red grapefruit juice topped with ice and served with a salted rim
Classic Mojito
Fresh mint and lime muddled with sugar, shaken with white rum and topped with soda
Grapefruit Mojito
Finlandia Grapefruit Vodka with sugar muddled fresh ruby red grapefruit and mint topped with Fresca
Paloma
Fresh grapefruit & lime muddled with agave and reposado tequila topped with Fresca and served with a Tajin rim
Spicy Grapefruit Margarita
Fresh squeezed ruby red grapefruit and cayenne pepper muddled with agave nectar and shaken with blue agave tequila served with a sugared rim
Ranch Water
Limes muddled with simple syrup and Espolon tequila shaken & topped with soda & served with a Tajin rim
Pomarita
Fresh lime muddled with agave nectar and shaken with blue agave tequila and Pom juice and served with a sugared rim
Poma-Mule
Pomegranate vodka and pom juice topped with ginger beer and garnished with fresh mint & a lime
Poma-Cosmo
Pomegranate vodka, lime juice, and a splash of pom juice shaken and served straight up.
Lemon Basil Martini
Svedka Citron vodka, fresh lemon, and basil with a splash of soda shaken and served with a sugared rim
Blood Orange Martini
Solerno blood orange liqueur, Grand Marnier, lime juice and sour mix served with an orange twist
Elderflower Martini
St. Germaine elderflower liqueur, Bombay gin, Cinzano dry vermouth, and lime juice served with a wedge of lime
Whiskey Smash
Bourbon shaken with fresh sugar-muddled mint and lemon topped with a splash of soda
Jameson Almond Old Fashioned
Jameson Irish whisky, Disaronno amaretto and a splash of blood orange bitters served on the rocks with an orange twist
Negroni
Italian's version of an old fashioned. Equal parts gin, vermouth rosso & Campari, and Italian aperitif that is bitter, spicy and a little sweet. Served on the rocks with an orange slice.
Milky Way Martini
A secret cocktail we can't keep secret anymore. Caramel vodka, chocolate liqueur, Bailey's Irish cream and a splash of milk. Our regulars go crazy for this dessert in a glass.
Tiramisu Martini
Van Gogh Double Espresso vodka, caramel vodkla and Kahlua shaken with a splash of milk. DIVINE!
Espresso Martini
Hand Crafted Cocktails
Beers
Narragansett Cans
Blue Moon Light Sky
95 calorie, Citrus Wheat 4.0 ABV
Bud, Bud Light, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Yuengling
Stella Artois
5.2 ABV, Lager, Belgium
Peroni
Westbrook White Thai Wheat Beer
5.0 ABV, Mt. Pleasant
River Rat Red Ale
5.3 ABV, Columbia
Steel Hands Juicy Hazy IPA
6 ABV Cayce
Creature Comforts Tropicalia IPA
6.6 ABV, Athens, GA
Edmunds Oast Rotational Sour
Edmunds Oast Rotational IPA
ABV varies, Charleston