ALAVITA
WELCOME TO
ALAVITA RESTAURANT
An Italian Joint
ABOUT US
ÀLAVITA is all about fresh pasta and local ingredients—from Tortellini to Rigatoni, Linguini to Pappardelle—created freshly every day using Northwest flour and local farm fresh 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, business associates and family alike.
What we believe: great food needs to be fresh, uncomplicated, relatable and well executed in order to get out of the way of the local ingredients and find the pleasure in their innate flavors and qualities. In the vein of a traditional Italian osteria as a casual, local gathering place (An Italian Joint) to discover locally inspired cuisine, friends, wine, and creative craft cocktails, our menu reflects a new twist on Italian fare that is inspired by local, regional ingredients. As we do at Fork (by the same creators), we firmly subscribe to our mantra of being ‘Loyal To Local’ and update our culinary & liquid creations based on the seasons.
ÀLAVITA procures many local ingredients from the Treasure Valley, Northwest and beyond to create dishes in an updated Italian presentation; hence, Locally Inspired Italian. Along with the full bar, there is a modest beer selection and expansive wine list to choose from. ÀLAVITA is proud to provide a myriad of gluten free options upon request and approximately 90% of our menu can be prepared gluten free. Please see the {gf} on our menu for details.
Designer Mitch Thompson has helped create a whimsical, warm and welcoming environment through his use of organic textures, elements, unique chandelier lighting and refined materials. Each chosen for its functionality, innate ability to create an energetic and vibrant visual experience. A central u-shaped bar constructed of beautiful materials including a blue pearl granite top, serves as both a visual centerpiece for the dining room as well as a comfortable and inviting space to dine and sip hand-crafted cocktails. Custom light fixtures above the bar and metallic painted local Idaho lodge-poles were commissioned specifically for ÀLAVITA by local artist, Todd Martin. Custom butcher block tables were crafted to reinforce the fact that we make our pastas in house on Boos butcher blocks, chairs and comfortable booths fill the dining room while guests dine in front of ÀLAVITA’s very open display kitchen in the heart of downtown Boise. During dinner only seven nights a week, guests are able to spy on the restaurant’s culinary crew preparing fresh meals, many utilizing hand-made pastas made in house fresh daily using Northwest flour and local farm fresh eggs in an intimate dining room setting. Some of the front windows of the historic 1890 Boise City National Bank building (805 Idaho) have been replaced with garage doors that open to Idaho Street to take in the humming of our downtown city.
The joy of eating fresh seasonal ingredients prepared simple and well among good company is one shared by all at ÀLAVITA. It is with this simple thought in mind that we invite you to join us to celebrate life and be a part of our family.
Salute ÀLAVITA…Cheers To Life!
ÀLAVITA is all about fresh pasta and local ingredients—from Tortellini to Rigatoni, Angel Hair 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, business associates and family alike.
What we believe: great food needs to be fresh, uncomplicated, relatable and well executed in order to get out of the way of the fresh local ingredients and find the pleasure in their innate flavors and qualities. In the vein of a traditional Italian osteria as a casual, local gathering place (An Italian Joint) to discover locally inspired cuisine, friends, wine, and creative craft cocktails, our menu reflects a new twist on Italian fare that is inspired by local, regional ingredients. As we do at Fork (Our big brother concept located next door by same creators), we firmly subscribe to our mantra of being ‘Loyal To Local.’ Chef Emran Chowdhury explains, “I like to define our food as “graceful.” Our goal is to create simple, elegant, and refined dishes with local and seasonal ingredients using contemporary techniques. We hope to create a long lasting impact in the community and build great relationships with local farmers going forward.”
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ALAVITA
807 W Idaho Street
Boise, ID 83702
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Ph: (208) 780-1100
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HOURS
Sunday – Thursday 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Friday – Saturday 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Thank you for coming to our five course wine dinner last night. Chef Emran and our entire team did a remarkable job. Each course was full of flavor and perfectly paired with Gianfranco’s selected Italian wines. Until next time... salute! #LoyalToLocal
Posted by ÀLAVITA on Thursday, March 14, 2019
There are a million different inspirational quotes we could insert here to say how we’re feeling - but the long and short of it is that we miss you. We read through our bill book messages often, but when we did it again recently, it gave us a new type of appreciation. ? Stay safe and healthy... we can’t wait to see you again soon Boise! #LoyalToLocal
Posted by ÀLAVITA on Wednesday, April 8, 2020
ÀLAVITA is all about fresh pasta and local ingredients. Our pasta is created fresh every day using Northwest flour and local farm fresh eggs... Cheers to life! ? #LoyalToLocalSpecial thanks to Guy Hand for this delicious video.
Posted by ÀLAVITA on Tuesday, February 25, 2020
ÀLAVITA turns six today...To our staff, thanks for making our restaurant come to life. Thanks for giving it your all. Thanks for being the best in the business. We are grateful to have you!To our producers, you make buying and supporting local easy and fun. We appreciate your tenacity and love for the earth. Thank you!Boise, we are humbled by your support and continued love for ÀLAVITA. We can’t possibly thank you enough... cheers! #LoyalToLocal #HappySixYears
Posted by ÀLAVITA on Monday, January 21, 2019
Behind the scenes of our Black Ravioli. ✨Our Black Ravioli is stuffed with butter poached shrimp & fontina, lobster & lemon-fennel-thyme infused local Cloverleaf cream sauce. #LoyalToLocal-? @guyclarkhand
Posted by ÀLAVITA on Friday, December 27, 2019
We can't thank you enough for joining us last night for our first Tour of Italy Wine Dinner. We are humbled by your support. Salute.
Posted by ÀLAVITA on Wednesday, October 12, 2016
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