Pastaria Vivi FAQs
Fresh Handmade Pasta in Encinitas, CA
Bringing the Pastaria Vivi experience into your home—and beyond—means knowing exactly what to expect from our products, services, and community offerings. Below you’ll find answers to our most commonly asked questions.
About Pastaria Vivi
Q: What is Pastaria Vivi?
A: Pastaria Vivi is a chef-driven handmade pasta shop in Encinitas, California. We make fresh pasta and sauces daily using local California ingredients and Northern Italian techniques, aiming to provide restaurant-quality products at an approachable price for our community. You can enjoy our pasta at home, through our subscription box, or from our à la carte menu.
Q: Where are you located?
A: We’re located at 119 N El Camino Real, Suite G, Encinitas, CA 92024. We’re tucked between Trader Joe’s and Board & Brew, proudly serving North County San Diego.
Q: Do you offer dine-in service?
A: Yes. We offer a limited meat, cheese, and pasta à la carte menu featuring daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and chef inspiration. Our beverage program includes craft beer, a curated wine list of over 75 Italian and California labels, and a small cocktail selection. Seating includes an outdoor patio, a 5-seat pasta counter, and a 12-seat communal table. While dine-in is available, our primary focus remains fresh pasta to-go and our subscription experience.
Fresh Pasta & Sauces
Q: How fresh is your pasta?
A: All pasta is made fresh daily in small batches by our chefs to ensure the highest quality. Many varieties are hand-cut or hand-rolled the same day you purchase them.
Q: What kinds of pasta do you offer?
A: We offer over 75 pasta and sauce combinations, including tagliatelle, ravioli, tortellini, take-and-bake lasagnas, and vegan and gluten-free extruded pastas. Seasonal specials rotate monthly.
Q: How long does the pasta stay fresh?
A: Fresh egg pasta should be refrigerated and enjoyed within 2–3 days. Vegan/extruded pastas last 4–5 days refrigerated. You can also freeze pasta for up to 30 days without compromising quality or flavor.
Q: Do you have gluten-free or vegan options?
A: Yes. We offer vegan extruded pastas like fusilli and penne, along with rotating gluten-free selections. Check our weekly menu for current offerings.
Q: How do I cook your pasta?
A: Most fresh pastas cook in 2–4 minutes in boiling, salted water. Sauces are sold ready to heat and toss for a restaurant-quality result at home.
Pasta Subscription Boxes
Q: What is the Pastaria Vivi Subscription Box?
A: Our subscription box is a convenient way to enjoy fresh, handmade pasta at home. Each box includes three chef-selected pastas, three signature sauces, artisanal extras, and a recipe card for a complete “restaurant at home” experience.
Q: How often are boxes available?
A: Subscription boxes are available monthly for in-store pickup to ensure maximum freshness.
Q: How do I sign up?
A: You can order online at pastariavivi.com or in-store.
Q: How do I cancel or pause?
A: You can pause or cancel anytime through your account or by emailing info@pastariavivi.com at least 48 hours before billing.
Retail & Specialty Items
Q: Do you sell wine or specialty goods?
A: Yes. We offer curated Italian and California wines, olive oils, cheeses, meats, desserts, and artisan goods.
Q: Can I order wine online?
A: Due to California regulations, wine must be purchased in-store with valid ID (21+).
Gift Cards
Q: Do you sell gift cards?
A: Yes — Pastaria Vivi Gift Cards >>
Q: How do I check my balance?
A: Pastaria Vivi Gift Card Balance >>
Experiences & Community
Q: Do you host classes or events?
A: Yes. We host pasta-making classes, private events, and community dinners. Join our email list for updates.
Q: Will you be at local farmers markets?
A: Yes — visit us at the Cardiff Farmers Market every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Orders & Policies
Q: What payment methods do you accept?
A: We are a cashless business and accept all major credit cards, Apple Pay, and contactless payments.
Q: Can I return or exchange items?
A: Food sales are final. Retail items may be returned within 14 days if unused and unopened.
Q: What if my order is wrong or damaged?
A: Contact info@pastariavivi.com within 48 hours for assistance.
Privacy & Support
Q: How do you protect my personal information?
A: We do not sell personal data and only use information to process orders and subscriptions.
Q: How can I contact customer service?
A: Email info@pastariavivi.com or call (760) 232-6878. We aim to respond within 24 hours.
About Pastaria Vivi
Q: What is Pastaria Vivi?
A: Pastaria Vivi is a chef-driven handmade pasta shop in Encinitas, California. We make fresh pasta and sauces daily using local California ingredients and Northern Italian techniques, aiming to provide restaurant-quality products at an approachable price for our community. You can enjoy our pasta at home, through our subscription box, or from our à la carte menu.
Q: Where are you located?
A: We’re located at 119 N El Camino Real, Suite G, Encinitas, CA 92024. We’re tucked between Trader Joe’s and Board & Brew, proudly serving North County San Diego.
Q: Do you offer dine-in service?
A: Yes. We offer a limited meat, cheese, and pasta à la carte menu featuring daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and chef inspiration. Our beverage program includes craft beer, a curated wine list of over 75 Italian and California labels, and a small cocktail selection. Seating includes an outdoor patio, a 5-seat pasta counter, and a 12-seat communal table. While dine-in is available, our primary focus remains fresh pasta to-go and our subscription experience.
Fresh Pasta & Sauces
Q: How fresh is your pasta?
A: All pasta is made fresh daily in small batches by our chefs to ensure the highest quality. Many varieties are hand-cut or hand-rolled the same day you purchase them.
Q: What kinds of pasta do you offer?
A: We offer over 75 pasta and sauce combinations, including tagliatelle, ravioli, tortellini, take-and-bake lasagnas, and vegan and gluten-free extruded pastas. Seasonal specials rotate monthly.
Q: How long does the pasta stay fresh?
A: Fresh egg pasta should be refrigerated and enjoyed within 2–3 days. Vegan/extruded pastas last 4–5 days refrigerated. You can also freeze pasta for up to 30 days without compromising quality or flavor.
Q: Do you have gluten-free or vegan options?
A: Yes. We offer vegan extruded pastas like fusilli and penne, along with rotating gluten-free selections. Check our weekly menu for current offerings.
Q: How do I cook your pasta?
A: Most fresh pastas cook in 2–4 minutes in boiling, salted water. Sauces are sold ready to heat and toss for a restaurant-quality result at home.
Pasta Subscription Boxes
Q: What is the Pastaria Vivi Subscription Box?
A: Our subscription box is a convenient way to enjoy fresh, handmade pasta at home. Each box includes three chef-selected pastas, three signature sauces, artisanal extras, and a recipe card for a complete “restaurant at home” experience.
Q: How often are boxes available?
A: Subscription boxes are available monthly for in-store pickup to ensure maximum freshness.
Q: How do I sign up?
A: You can order online at pastariavivi.com or in-store.
Q: How do I cancel or pause?
A: You can pause or cancel anytime through your account or by emailing info@pastariavivi.com at least 48 hours before billing.
Retail & Specialty Items
Q: Do you sell wine or specialty goods?
A: Yes. We offer curated Italian and California wines, olive oils, cheeses, meats, desserts, and artisan goods.
Q: Can I order wine online?
A: Due to California regulations, wine must be purchased in-store with valid ID (21+).
Gift Cards
Q: Do you sell gift cards?
A: Yes — Pastaria Vivi Gift Cards >>
Q: How do I check my balance?
A: Pastaria Vivi Gift Card Balance >>
Experiences & Community
Q: Do you host classes or events?
A: Yes. We host pasta-making classes, private events, and community dinners. Join our email list for updates.
Q: Will you be at local farmers markets?
A: Yes — visit us at the Cardiff Farmers Market every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Orders & Policies
Q: What payment methods do you accept?
A: We are a cashless business and accept all major credit cards, Apple Pay, and contactless payments.
Q: Can I return or exchange items?
A: Food sales are final. Retail items may be returned within 14 days if unused and unopened.
Q: What if my order is wrong or damaged?
A: Contact info@pastariavivi.com within 48 hours for assistance.
Privacy & Support
Q: How do you protect my personal information?
A: We do not sell personal data and only use information to process orders and subscriptions.
Q: How can I contact customer service?
A: Email info@pastariavivi.com or call (760) 232-6878. We aim to respond within 24 hours.
