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ALAVITA

4.7 (2686)
$30 and under
Italian
807 W. Idaho Street, Boise, ID 83702

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ALAVITA

4.7
$30 and under
Italian
Boise

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
ÀLAVITA is all about fresh pasta and local ingredients—from Agnolotti to Tortellini to Garganelli, Linguini to Pappardelle—created freshly every day using Northwest flour and local eggs. A restaurant whose name means “to life,” (Well actually two words– ‘alla’ ‘vita’ –that we put together to create one) ÀLAVITA is a great place for celebrating life with good friends and family alike. We offer craft cocktails, open kitchen and a warm, welcoming setting in the heart of Downtown Boise.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    N/A
  • Private party facilities
    N/A
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Boise
  • Cross street
    8th St.
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available (metered Mon.-Fri. from 9:00am-6:00pm).Self-parking is available on at two pay lots adjacent to the building:1) Eastman parking garage 2) Capital Terrace garage located on Idaho Street West of the restaurant.Both accept credit cards. The first hour of parking is free and each additional hour is $2.50.
  • Entertainment
    N/A
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at ALAVITA.

4.7

4.7
(2686)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Idaho

    Healthy

  • Boise

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alavita in Boise consistently delights with its "excellent food and service," making it a top choice for dining out. The fresh, house-made pasta and "outstanding desserts" like tiramisu and Budino are frequently praised. The cozy atmosphere and attentive staff create an inviting experience, perfect for special occasions.
2,686 Reviews
  1. Clayton Gold

    Boise15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were great! Food was flavorful and hot. No complaints!

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  2. Juanita

    Boise1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing food and super friendly service! One of my favorite dinner places in Boise!

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  3. Sarah Gold

    Portland7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went in to celebrate my son‘s birthday with my husband. Excellent service, great seasonal drinks, and everyone loved their food! 

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  4. Nida Gold

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service! Great food! The halibut was delicious and the melted caramel dessert was unreal!

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  5. ROBERT

    Boise16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was great. Red wine selection was ok, surprised there was not more Italian red wines. Portions were smaller than expected, especially the pea Ravioloni. The Focaccia bread was okay, kinda pricey, the honey butter was great. I have another Italian restaurant that I prefer.

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  6. Leslie

    Detroit7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    An oldie but goodie in town! Fulfills all your pasta cravings with great service and a good wine selection.

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  7. Cindy Gold

    Boise65 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alavita was excellent as always, the cocktails, the food and the service are wonderful

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  8. Kelly Gold

    Boise6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 12, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    It had been awhile since we have been in… our server Chad was not on top of his game… slow and forgot one of our drinks…and did not bring it till after we received our meals. Also when did the focaccia bread size change??? It is much smaller than it used to be. We also did not get bread plates for the focaccia. My dish with noodle and clams was great portion but no hot itwas warm at best. The spicy sausage pasta was a big hit with 2 of us and the chicken parm was great. Overall disappointing… service

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  9. jamie Gold

    Nashville20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Burrata appetizer, was great. My husband enjoyed his pasta dinner with sausage (forgot the name). 2 of us loved the chicken Parmesan the breading however was spicy but the bed of cheese sauce pasta it was in balanced it out. They were accommodating to put my red sauce on the side. My friend ordered the halibut. It was fishy and WAY overcooked. Almost rubber and she didn’t finish it nor send it back. The bed of veggies it was on was also very bland. Definitely stick to the pasta for dinner, it was definitely a’dente and delicious. The Budino was A-MAZING!!!

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  10. Sara Gold

    Boise98 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. We enjoyed our family get together at Alavita very much!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    N/A
  • Private party facilities
    N/A
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Boise
  • Cross street
    8th St.
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available (metered Mon.-Fri. from 9:00am-6:00pm).Self-parking is available on at two pay lots adjacent to the building:1) Eastman parking garage 2) Capital Terrace garage located on Idaho Street West of the restaurant.Both accept credit cards. The first hour of parking is free and each additional hour is $2.50.
  • Entertainment
    N/A
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Sunday evenings can be a lovely, quieter choice, one guest with a 5:00 pm Sunday reservation said they felt like the only people in the room and enjoyed a relaxed meal.

Yes, ALAVITA is regularly recommended for special evenings, with many guests praising its intimate, cozy atmosphere for anniversaries and Valentine's Day.

Yes, ÀLAVITA has outdoor patio seating; guests report getting outside tables and enjoying al fresco meals on the patio.

ÀLAVITA feels warm and intimate with an open kitchen and a cozy, stylish dining room; the bar and host area can get lively, while corner booths and some early or late seatings are noticeably quieter.

Guests often find portions generous, several reviewers note leaving with leftovers and say dishes like the Rigatoni and Pea Ravioloni were larger than expected.

Casual Dress, light, comfortable attire is appropriate; nothing formal is required.

At ALAVITA, early Sunday dinner around the 5:00 pm opening tends to be especially quiet, and late-evening seatings (about 9:30) have also been praised for a relaxed visit.

Yes, ALAVITA is welcoming to families: staff have provided smaller utensils for toddlers, hosts offered drawing tablets, and multiple guests describe the team as accommodating to children.

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ALAVITA

4.7
$30 and under
Italian
Boise

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
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