The Old Spaghetti Factory Abbotsford
⭐ The Old Spaghetti Factory is known for Lasagna and Fettuccine Alfredo.
💡 Good to Know
- Beside Coast Abbotsford Hotel
- Located on Sumas Way, with shared parking nearby.
- All-Inclusive Meals
- Entrées include bread, a starter, dessert and coffee or tea.
- Group-Friendly Dining
- Hosts birthdays, team dinners and large family gatherings.
❤️ Top Favourites
🍽️ The Old Spaghetti Factory Menu
🍽️ It's All Included
At The Old Spaghetti Factory, every entrée comes with a complete meal. Enjoy hot sourdough bread, your choice of minestrone soup or crisp green salad, spumoni ice cream, and hot tea or the restaurant's signature coffee blend. Salad dressing choices include ranch, Thousand Island, blue cheese, house Italian and low-fat basil balsamic. Upgrade your starter to a side Caesar salad, cranberry goat cheese spinach salad, clam chowder or baked French onion soup.
🥗 Appetizers
Start your meal with crispy favourites, fresh seafood, cheesy bites and shareable dishes.
Garlic Cheese Toast
Toasted ciabatta topped with mozzarella, parmesan and cheddar cheeses, seasoned with extra garlic and spices. Vegetarian.
Bam Bam Shrimp
Crispy breaded white shrimp glazed with spicy Sriracha sauce and garnished with fresh green onions.
Steamed Mussels
One pound of mussels steamed in a fragrant broth of white wine, garlic and tomatoes. Gluten-free.
Calamari Fritti
Lightly floured and seasoned calamari, fried until golden and served with tzatziki dip.
Crispy Mozzarella Triangles
Breaded mozzarella cheese fried until golden brown, served with your choice of tangy dill sauce or marinara.
Chicken Wings
One pound of chicken wings tossed in your choice of honey garlic, house barbecue or hot sauce.
Chicken Tenders
Boneless chicken tenders fried until golden brown, served with your choice of plum, honey mustard or sweet chili sauce.
Parmesan Sweet Potato Fries
Crispy sweet potato fries topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese and served with garlic aioli. Vegetarian.
Calabrian Chili Garlic Prawns
Prawns prepared with Calabrian chilies, garlic butter, white wine, cherry tomatoes and lemon, served with toasted sourdough bread.
🥬 Entrée Salads
Fresh salads featuring crisp greens, housemade dressings and flavourful toppings. All entrée salads include The Old Spaghetti Factory's complete meal accompaniments.
Caesar Salad
A classic Caesar salad tossed with the restaurant's signature Caesar dressing. Add hot grilled chicken or a skewer of sautéed prawns.
Cranberry Goat Cheese Spinach Salad
Fresh spinach with almonds, apples and cranberries, tossed in housemade honey Dijon dressing and topped with creamy goat cheese. Add hot grilled chicken or a skewer of sautéed prawns. Vegetarian. Gluten-free.
🍝 Signature Pastas
Enjoy Italian-inspired pasta dishes featuring creamy sauces, fresh seafood, savoury meats and rich tomato flavours. All signature pastas include the complete meal accompaniments.
Pesto Linguine
Linguine tossed in homemade pesto made with organic basil, pine nuts and almonds, blended with creamy Alfredo sauce and garnished with grape tomatoes. Add sautéed chicken or prawns. Vegetarian.
Penne with Chicken
Penne pasta tossed with sautéed chicken, mushrooms and peppers in a rich white wine and basil cream sauce.
Lasagna
Layers of pasta filled with rich meat sauce, ricotta and parmesan cheeses, baked with melted mozzarella.
Linguine with Clams
Traditional linguine alle vongole featuring littleneck clams, garlic, chili flakes and extra virgin olive oil. Gluten-free option indicated by the restaurant.
Chicken Alfredo with Mushroom & Mascarpone Ravioli
Wild mushroom and mascarpone cheese ravioli tossed with sautéed chicken and bacon in a creamy Alfredo sauce.
Fettuccine Alfredo
Green and gold fettuccine noodles tossed in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce. Add sautéed chicken. Vegetarian.
Seafood Fettuccine Alfredo
Green and gold fettuccine noodles tossed in creamy Alfredo sauce with sautéed prawns, scallops and mushrooms.
Baked Manicotti
Pasta tubes filled with ricotta, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano and spinach, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella. Vegetarian.
Tortellini Pomodoro
Rainbow cheese-filled tortellini tossed in a rich rosé and basil cream sauce with mushrooms, peppers, tomatoes and garlic. Add sautéed chicken or prawns. Vegetarian.
Seafood Linguine Marinara
Linguine tossed in garlic marinara sauce with sautéed bay scallops, clams, prawns and blue-shelled mussels.
🥩 From Our Grill
Hearty chicken, steak and rib entrées served with classic Italian accompaniments. All grilled entrées include the complete meal accompaniments.
Chicken Parmigiana
Hand-breaded chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and melted parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Served with your choice of spaghetti marinara or fries.
Roasted Garlic Grilled Chicken
Chicken breast marinated in garlic and lemon, then grilled and served over linguine tossed in roasted garlic butter. Finished with pesto tomatoes and parmesan cheese.
Hunters Chicken
Breaded chicken breast fried until golden brown, topped with mushrooms and hollandaise sauce. Served with spaghetti marinara or fries.
Baby Back Ribs
One pound of slow-cooked baby back pork ribs basted with the restaurant's smoky barbecue sauce and finished on the charbroiler. Served with spaghetti marinara or fries.
New York Steak
An 8 oz centre-cut New York steak served with sautéed mushrooms and your choice of spaghetti marinara or fries. Add a skewer of sautéed prawns.
Diavola Chicken Gnocchi
Spicy grilled chicken breast served with potato gnocchi and fresh green beans in a spiced roasted chicken gravy.
🍝 Spaghetti Classics
Discover The Old Spaghetti Factory's signature spaghetti dishes, featuring traditional Italian sauces, hand-rolled meatballs and the restaurant's famous Mizithra cheese. All spaghetti entrées include the complete meal accompaniments.
Spaghetti with Meatballs
Spaghetti topped with hand-rolled meatballs, Italian marinara sauce and freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Spaghetti with Impossible Meatballs
Spaghetti served with hand-rolled, plant-based Impossible meatballs. Vegan. Gluten-free option indicated by the restaurant.
Mushroom Alfredo Spaghetti
Spaghetti tossed with whole button mushrooms sautéed in garlic and white wine, blended into a creamy parmesan Alfredo sauce. Vegetarian.
The Manager's Favourite
Create your own spaghetti combination by choosing any two sauces from the Spaghetti Classics selection.
Spaghetti with Browned Butter & Mizithra Cheese
Spaghetti topped with the restaurant's signature salty Mizithra cheese and drizzled with rich browned butter.
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Spaghetti topped with a rich meat sauce made from premium vine-ripened tomatoes, onions, roasted garlic and herbs.
Spaghetti with Spicy Meat Sauce
Spaghetti served with homemade meat sauce enhanced with additional spices and herbs.
Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce
Spaghetti tossed in a traditional marinara sauce made with vine-ripened tomatoes, caramelized onions, roasted garlic, olive oil and herbs, finished with chopped basil. Vegan.
Pot-Pourri Spaghetti
A combination of the restaurant's popular spaghetti sauces, featuring meat sauce, browned butter and Mizithra cheese, and marinara sauce.
🥪 Lunch Specials
Available until 2:30 PM. Enjoy lunch-sized Italian favourites, hearty sandwiches and comforting combinations. All lunch specials include the complete meal accompaniments, and sandwiches are served with French fries.
Hot & Crispy Chicken Club
Crispy chicken breast with hickory-smoked bacon, sliced tomato, red onion, fresh romaine lettuce and signature spicy Sriracha sauce on a brioche bun. Served with fries.
Lunch Size Lasagna
A lunch-sized serving of layered pasta filled with rich meat sauce, ricotta and parmesan cheeses, baked with melted mozzarella.
Lunch Size Manicotti
A lunch-sized portion of pasta tubes filled with ricotta, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano and spinach, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella. Vegetarian.
Braised Beef Dip au Jus
Tender oven-braised beef with mozzarella, crispy onions and garlic aioli on a brioche bun, served with au jus and fries.
New York Steak Sandwich
A 6 oz striploin steak grilled to your preference and served on garlic sourdough toast with fries.
Chicken Tenders & Fries
Boneless chicken tenders fried until golden brown, served with fries and your choice of plum, honey mustard or sweet chili sauce.
Soup & Salad
Choose baked French onion soup, minestrone or clam chowder, paired with your choice of green salad, Caesar salad or cranberry goat cheese spinach salad.
🍽️ Kids' Menu
Available for children ages 10 and under. Every kids' entrée includes a crisp green salad or minestrone soup, hot sourdough bread, a choice of milk, pop or juice, and spumoni or vanilla ice cream.
🍝 Kids' Entrées
A selection of Italian favourites, including spaghetti, lasagna, tortellini and pizza, along with crispy chicken tenders.
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Spaghetti served with meatballs.
Spaghetti with Choice of Sauce
Spaghetti served with your choice of sauce.
Lasagna
Layers of pasta with meat sauce and cheese, baked until golden.
Tortellini with Choice of Sauce
Cheese-filled tortellini served with your choice of sauce.
Kids' Pizza
Your choice of cheese or pepperoni pizza.
Chicken Tenders & Fries
Crispy chicken tenders served with French fries.
🥤 Kids' Beverages
Fun, refreshing drinks for younger guests.
Root Beer Float
Root beer served with a scoop of ice cream.
Shirley Temple
A sweet, non-alcoholic Shirley Temple.
🍰 Desserts
Finish your meal with rich cakes, creamy cheesecake and Italian-inspired sweets. Spumoni ice cream is included with every entrée.
The Ultimate Cheesecake
A generous New York-style cheesecake with a subtle vanilla flavour, large enough to share.
Chocolate Layer Cake
Four layers of rich chocolate cake separated by chocolate fudge icing.
Tiramisu
Espresso-soaked cake layers with creamy mascarpone cheese mousse, finished with a dusting of cocoa sugar.
Dubai Chocolate Crunch Bar
Smooth pistachio cream and rich dark chocolate layered with crispy kataifi pastry and sprinkled with roasted pistachios.
⭐ The Old Spaghetti Factory Favourites
These selections are based on dishes commonly praised in Google reviews.
Lasagna
One of the most frequently praised dishes at the Abbotsford location. Customers regularly mention its generous layers, cheesy preparation and satisfying portions, with several returning specifically for the lasagna. It is a popular choice for both lunch and dinner, although a few reviewers have reported occasional dryness or insufficient sauce.
Fettuccine Alfredo
A favourite among customers looking for a creamy pasta dish. Reviewers have specifically praised the Fettuccine Alfredo alongside the lasagna, and other guests enjoy Alfredo-based tortellini and ravioli dishes. Its familiar flavour makes it a popular choice for repeat visits.
Spaghetti with Mizithra Cheese & Browned Butter
A longstanding Old Spaghetti Factory favourite that also has enthusiastic supporters at the Abbotsford location. Customers particularly enjoy the distinctive Mizithra cheese, with some describing it as the reason they keep returning. Reviews occasionally mention variations in temperature or sauce preparation.
Baked Tortellini Alfredo
A nostalgic favourite for customers who have been eating at The Old Spaghetti Factory since childhood. The combination of tortellini, Alfredo sauce and baked cheese is especially popular among diners looking for a richer pasta dish. Some longtime guests note that the sauce consistency has changed over the years.
Pesto Linguine
Frequently enjoyed with chicken or shrimp, the pesto linguine receives praise for its balanced flavour. One reviewer returned specifically to order the shrimp version again, while others mention the chicken preparation. It appeals to diners who prefer a pasta dish without a heavy cream or tomato sauce.
Chicken Parmigiana
A standout in more recent Abbotsford reviews, with customers praising both the chicken and the overall meal. It has received particularly enthusiastic recommendations from diners who normally choose pasta, making it a worthwhile alternative to the restaurant's spaghetti and lasagna selections.
Spaghetti with Meatballs
A familiar family favourite, especially among children. Reviewers mention enjoying the meatballs and traditional spaghetti combinations, with some families choosing the dish because it offers a dependable option for younger diners.
Manicotti
Praised alongside the lasagna in recent lunch reviews. Customers appreciate the pasta and the complete meal that accompanies it, including bread, salad and ice cream. It is a popular alternative for diners who want a baked pasta dish.
Seafood Fettuccine
A favourite among diners who enjoy seafood pasta. Positive reviews mention the seafood and creamy preparation, with some guests specifically choosing it on repeat visits. Feedback on portion sizes varies, particularly in comparison with the restaurant's other pasta dishes.
Fresh Bread with Garlic Butter
Although served as part of the meal rather than ordered as a main course, the complimentary bread is one of the restaurant's most frequently praised features. Customers regularly mention its warmth, freshness and garlic butter, and many appreciate being able to request additional bread.
🍽️ Dining Experience
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
A Familiar Family Restaurant
The Old Spaghetti Factory on Sumas Way is a popular choice for family lunches, dinners and celebrations. Customers appreciate the approachable Italian-inspired menu, familiar dishes and relaxed atmosphere. Many families return regularly because adults and children can find something they enjoy, with the same recognizable dining experience associated with the restaurant chain.
All-Inclusive Dining
One of the restaurant's defining features is its all-inclusive meal format. Many entrées include freshly served bread, a choice of soup or salad, a pasta or other main course, Spumoni ice cream and coffee or tea. Reviewers frequently identify this format as one of the reasons they consider the restaurant good value, particularly when dining with children or larger groups.
Distinctive Interior
The Abbotsford restaurant features decorative stained-glass-style lamps, traditional furnishings and an atmosphere inspired by an earlier era. Customers describe the dining room as attractive, comfortable and welcoming, with a combination of classic Old Spaghetti Factory character and a more casual café-style layout. The decorative lighting is one of the interior details specifically mentioned in reviews.
Spacious Seating
The restaurant has a substantial dining area with seating for couples, families and larger parties. Some reviewers appreciate the generous space and ability to accommodate groups, while others note that individual tables can feel tight when several adults and children are seated together. The atmosphere varies from quiet weekday lunches to lively weekend dinners.
Birthday Parties and Celebrations
This location is particularly popular for birthdays, family milestones and group celebrations. Reviews describe gatherings of 13, 20 and more than 40 guests, including hockey teams and extended families. Some parties have arranged group menus or pre-ordered meals, and customers have praised staff for coordinating large orders and special birthday desserts.
Friendly Table Service
Many recent reviews single out individual servers for their attentiveness, humour and menu knowledge. Customers frequently appreciate staff who help with menu selections, keep drinks refilled and accommodate children or special requests. The restaurant receives especially positive feedback for service during family celebrations, although experiences can vary when it is busy.
A Lively Dining Room
The Abbotsford location can become quite busy during weekend evenings, holidays and special occasions. Customers describe a lively, family-oriented atmosphere, but some find the noise level high enough to make conversation difficult. Quieter dining periods may be more comfortable for guests who prefer a relaxed meal.
Convenient for Travellers
Situated on Sumas Way beside the Coast Abbotsford Hotel, the restaurant attracts both local residents and people travelling through the Fraser Valley. Reviewers mention stopping during road trips, while staying at the nearby hotel or while travelling between Vancouver Island and Alberta.
Lunch and Dinner
The restaurant serves both lunch and dinner, with reviews mentioning lunch specials, smaller lunch portions and full evening meals. Guests can choose familiar pasta dishes, soups, salads and other entrées, making it suitable for a quick midday stop or a longer family dinner.
🅿️ Parking & Accessibility
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Shared Parking Area
The Old Spaghetti Factory is located beside the Coast Abbotsford Hotel, with parking shared between nearby businesses and hotel visitors. Several customers describe ample general parking, although availability can vary when the restaurant and surrounding properties are busy.
Access from Sumas Way
The restaurant is located near the intersection of Sumas Way and Marshall Road. One reviewer notes that vehicle access is easier when approaching westbound on Marshall Road or northwest along Sumas Way. Drivers unfamiliar with the area may find it helpful to check the parking lot entrance before arriving.
Accessible Parking Concerns
Some customers with mobility limitations have reported difficulty finding suitable accessible parking. Reviews specifically mention a limited number of designated spaces and challenges when those spaces are occupied. Visitors who depend on accessible parking may wish to contact the restaurant before arriving.
Restaurant Entrance
A customer notes that the restaurant entrance is separate from the neighbouring commercial building rather than connected directly through the shopping area. First-time visitors should look for The Old Spaghetti Factory's own entrance rather than assuming they can enter through an adjacent business.
Seating Considerations
The dining room accommodates large groups, but some reviewers mention closely spaced tables or limited room around particular seating arrangements. Guests using mobility aids or requiring additional space may benefit from requesting a suitable table when booking.
Washrooms and Cleanliness
Several customers compliment the restaurant's cleanliness, including a recent reviewer who specifically praised the condition of the washrooms. The supplied reviews do not establish whether accessible washroom facilities meet particular mobility requirements, so these details should be confirmed directly.
📍 Landmarks & Location
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Sumas Way and Marshall Road
The Old Spaghetti Factory is located at 2030 Sumas Way in Abbotsford, close to the intersection with Marshall Road. This busy commercial area provides convenient access for residents of central and eastern Abbotsford, as well as visitors travelling through the Fraser Valley.
Beside Coast Abbotsford Hotel
The restaurant is immediately associated with the Coast Abbotsford Hotel area, making it a convenient dining choice for hotel guests. One reviewer specifically describes walking across the parking lot from the hotel to enjoy dinner. Its proximity is useful for travellers who prefer not to drive after checking in.
Near Highway 1
Sumas Way provides a connection to the Trans-Canada Highway, making the restaurant a practical stop for people travelling between communities in the Fraser Valley. Reviews mention customers stopping during longer trips, including journeys between Vancouver Island and Alberta.
Abbotsford Commercial Area
The surrounding Sumas Way corridor includes hotels, retail businesses and other services. The restaurant's location makes it convenient to combine lunch or dinner with shopping, appointments or travel through the city.
A Convenient Group Meeting Place
Its accessible commercial location and large dining room make this branch a frequent choice for families and groups arriving from different parts of Abbotsford and the surrounding region. Reviews describe hockey teams, birthday parties and extended families gathering here for meals.
📱 Ordering Options
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Dine-In Lunch and Dinner
The Old Spaghetti Factory offers full-service dining for lunch and dinner, with pasta dishes, salads, soups and other entrées. Its all-inclusive meal format is particularly popular with families because many main courses come with bread, a starter, dessert and coffee or tea.
All-Inclusive Entrées
The restaurant's traditional meal format includes bread with garlic butter, a choice of soup or salad, a main course, Spumoni ice cream and coffee or tea. Customers frequently mention enjoying the complete meal without having to order each course separately. Certain substitutions, beverages and additional items may carry extra charges.
Lunch Specials
Customers report ordering lunch specials featuring dishes such as lasagna and manicotti. Reviews also mention smaller lunch portions, which may differ from the regular dinner servings. Lunch is a popular option for travellers and customers looking for a complete midday meal.
Reservations
The Abbotsford location accommodates reservations, including larger parties. Reviewers recommend booking ahead for weekend dinners, holidays and special occasions because walk-in waits can become substantial. Reservations are particularly helpful for groups requiring several tables or a coordinated dining time.
Large Group Dining
The restaurant has hosted hockey teams, birthday celebrations and family gatherings of more than 20 people, including a reported group of approximately 40. Some groups have arranged pre-ordered meals or special group menus to help coordinate service. Contacting the restaurant ahead of time is advisable for larger gatherings.
Takeout Orders
Takeout is available, with customers describing online ordering and collecting meals from the restaurant. Lasagna, pasta and other familiar dishes are popular choices for pickup. One reviewer reported calling to confirm an online order after not receiving an email confirmation, so customers may wish to verify their order if confirmation is delayed.
Delivery
Customer reviews include delivery orders from this location. Available delivery platforms, service areas and fees may change, so customers should check the restaurant's current ordering options before placing an order.
Dietary Requests
Customers describe receiving assistance with gluten-free and vegetarian selections. One guest with celiac disease specifically praised the staff for providing a gluten-free menu and discussing dietary needs. Guests with allergies or celiac disease should communicate their requirements clearly and confirm ingredients and cross-contact procedures before ordering.
Gift Cards
Customers mention visiting with Old Spaghetti Factory gift cards, making the restaurant an option for gifted family meals and celebrations. Guests should confirm current redemption conditions for any promotional or third-party gift cards.
💬 Customer Feedback
This section summarizes recurring themes in customer reviews.
A Popular Family Dining Choice
The Abbotsford location receives consistent praise as a family-friendly restaurant. Customers appreciate the approachable menu, children's options and relaxed atmosphere, with many describing it as a dependable choice for meals with parents, grandparents and young children. Birthdays and multigenerational dinners appear frequently throughout the reviews.
Excellent Service from Individual Staff
One of the strongest themes in recent feedback is the quality of service. Numerous customers mention servers by name, praising their friendliness, humour, attentiveness and ability to make families feel welcome. Staff also receive recognition for helping customers navigate the menu, accommodating special requests and handling large groups.
Value of the Complete Meal
Many reviewers consider The Old Spaghetti Factory good value because the entrée price includes multiple courses. Bread, soup or salad, a main dish, ice cream and coffee or tea contribute to the appeal, particularly for families. Some customers note that individual portions or certain upgrades feel less generous than expected.
Popular Pasta Favourites
Lasagna, Fettuccine Alfredo, Mizithra cheese spaghetti, baked tortellini and pesto linguine receive positive mentions from Abbotsford diners. Several customers return for the same dish repeatedly, while others enjoy the variety of pasta preparations and sauces. The complimentary bread and garlic butter are also frequently praised.
Large Group Celebrations
The restaurant earns particularly strong feedback for accommodating birthdays, hockey teams and extended family gatherings. Customers describe organized service for groups of 13, 20 and even 40 guests. Several reviewers praise staff for managing complicated orders and making celebrations feel special, although a few report delays or uneven food quality during larger events.
Gluten-Free and Vegetarian Options
Reviews indicate that gluten-free and vegetarian choices are available. A guest with celiac disease described a positive experience receiving dietary assistance, while other customers praise the vegetarian pasta selections. However, these experiences do not independently establish that the kitchen is free from gluten cross-contact.
Atmosphere and Décor
Many customers enjoy the decorative lamps, traditional furnishings and familiar Old Spaghetti Factory atmosphere. The restaurant is often described as comfortable and inviting, although some guests find the dining room noisy during peak periods. A few reviewers would prefer more of the chain's older, intimate décor rather than the café-style seating arrangement.
Occasional Food Quality Concerns
Not all experiences are consistent. Some customers report pasta arriving lukewarm, sauces tasting bland or dishes containing less sauce than expected. Lasagna receives both enthusiastic praise and occasional complaints about dryness. These differences suggest that preparation and timing can affect the experience.
Busy Periods and Wait Times
Weekend evenings, holidays and large celebrations can create significant demand. Many reviewers describe efficient service even when the restaurant is crowded, but others report long waits for seating, meals or attention from staff. Reservations and earlier dining times may help reduce delays.
Portion Size Feedback
Opinions on portions vary. Many customers describe filling meals and generous servings, especially when considering the included courses. Others feel that lunch portions, seafood pasta or certain entrées are smaller than expected. Customers accustomed to older Old Spaghetti Factory portions sometimes mention noticing changes.
Management and Customer Care
Several reviewers praise the management team for welcoming guests, helping with celebrations and addressing problems. Customers describe managers responding to concerns, assisting with seating and occasionally offering gestures of goodwill when an experience falls short. The restaurant also responds regularly to online feedback.
Convenience for Travellers
The Sumas Way location receives positive comments from guests staying at the neighbouring Coast Abbotsford Hotel and people travelling through the Fraser Valley. Customers appreciate being able to stop for a familiar, complete meal without travelling far from their route.
