Franco's Pasta Cucina

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2008 | Best Food-Court Eatery

Franco is known in hushed circles as the Pasta Nazi, á la Seinfeld, an irascible, moody genius who doesn't take crap or special requests. You want extra cheese Bring your own. Trust that his pasta is good the way he makes it. Countless celebrities think so, too. There they are, pictured with their arms around him in photos plastered all over his food-court counter, where everything is cooked to order in individual saucepans over real burners. Taste his linguini with clams, and... More »

Ten Great Italian Restaurants In Orange County

By Anne Marie Panoringan | Fri, March 23, 2012

When we initially began compiling our list, it appeared relatively easy. But when we got to talking to others about their love of all things pizza, pasta and marinara, there were so many more places t... More »
On the Line: Gloria Mogollon of Franco's Pasta Cucina, Part One

By Anne Marie Panoringan | Tue, September 27, 2011

It will be soon be October, and while researching subjects, I was introduced to a sudden influx of female chefs. So we're unofficially dedicating this month to the ladies. And to kick it off, we seek ... More »
#46. Linguine With Clams at Franco's Pasta Cucina

By Edwin Goei | Fri, August 6, 2010

We continue to countdown our 100 favorite dishes at local restaurants. We'll be sharing these with you every weekday until our annual Best Of Issue comes out. Enjoy! #46. Linguine With Clams at Fra... More »

2008 | Best Food-Court Eatery