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Sofi Pasta Co., the Sheung Wan pasta destination that has drawn crowds since day one, has just unveiled a revamped menu featuring a wildly popular QQ spiral pasta, alongside indulgent mains like beef ragu fettuccine and carbonara twist pasta, plus showstopping desserts such as black tea lava cake and oolong milk cap Basque cheesecake. The new offerings, already generating buzz on social media platforms like Threads, cement the restaurant’s status as a must-visit for carb lovers in Hong Kong.
New Menu Highlights
The two-story eatery at 6 Bonham Strand East has become synonymous with queues since opening, but its latest lineup gives fans even more reason to wait. The black truffle mushroom spirals have gone viral online, combining white button mushrooms, shiitake, and portobello mushrooms with two types of truffle sauce—one lighter, one richer. The result is an intense, earthy flavor profile, though the creamy sauce can feel heavy towards the end. The spiral pasta itself, described as resembling thick Korean instant noodles, offers a chewy, satisfying bite that clings to the sauce.
For those craving hearty Italian classics, the Parmesan cheese and beef ragu fettuccine delivers a tangy, appetizing tomato base with pleasantly al dente noodles—arguably more toothsome than the spirals. The carbonara twist pasta with smoked pork belly is a visual indulgence: three thick-cut slices of fatty, well-marbled belly, pan-seared to release smoky aromas, complement the creamy egg-based sauce.
Desserts That Steal the Show
Many online reviewers argue that the desserts outshine the pasta. The red tea lava cake with lemon sorbet is an editor’s pick: a molten center oozes with intense tea flavor and a lingering hint of bitterness, perfectly balanced by the tart lemon sorbet. The oolong milk cap Basque cheesecake boasts a silky texture and fluffy cream topping, though some wish the oolong aroma were stronger. The caramel banana pound cake with house-made coffee butter features a crisp, caramelized exterior and a moist interior imbued with coffee notes.
Location and Practical Details
Sofi Pasta Co. occupies two floors: a few single seats on the ground level and a more spacious upstairs area, decorated with wooden tables and warm lighting for a cozy vibe. Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 8:45 PM, weekends from 10:30 AM to 8:45 PM, with a break from 3:00 PM to 5:45 PM. Dinner reservations are accepted via phone at 6975 6763.
A Broader Pasta Craze
Sofi Pasta Co. is part of a wave of dedicated pasta spots sweeping Hong Kong, where queues have become the norm and social media drives discovery. With its creative spins on both savory and sweet dishes, the restaurant exemplifies how innovation—whether a spiral shape or a tea-infused dessert—can transform a neighborhood spot into a citywide phenomenon. For diners willing to brave the line, the reward is a menu that satisfies both tradition and trend.