ALAVITA

ALAVITA reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Cheryl VIP

   Seattle3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   we have been going to Alavita for years and usually love our dinner, but this time was a total disappointment. We ordered a couple appetizers and each had an entree. The only things we enjoyed were the wine IAlbarino) and the calamari. It was our anniversary and needless to say, it was not a great celebration.
   

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   Marina

   Denver27 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 22, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Accommodated our early arrival. Server spoke very rapidly in accented English. Had to ask him to slow down. One of our guests actually thought he was speaking g a foreign language. As the restaurant filled up it got very noisy which would have made things worse. Server also seemed unable or unwilling to explain dishes. Food was good.
   

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   David

   Boise31 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful late evening (930) seating. Our table was waiting for us, and service was prompt and attentive without hovering. We didn't feel rushed, even though we were the next to last seating. Our server, Philip, was personable, friendly, and informative. There was music in the background, but it included a lot of classic crooners and set a nice vibe. And best of all, we could talk without having to talk over the music. The two of us shared several small plates (antipasti) and some cocktails, and had a wonderful dining experience - we'll be back!
   

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   Krista

   Boise1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our first time visiting was for a recent anniversary dinner. I was surprised by the need for a credit card to make a reservation and the potential no show fee (through Open Table, at least), but I guess I can understand the need. It wasn't a big deal for us since we were making plans for the same evening. The location was about 80% full when we arrived and the noise level was pretty high, especially at the at the host station near the door and bar. However when they seated us at a two person "booth" in the corner the sound dropped quite a bit. Neat trick - I don't know if it was the corner, or the high booth seat backs, but either way we didn't have any issues hearing each other or the server. We both had a couple of cocktails which were delicious and unique. (I recommend the "Velvet Cowboy" and something I think was called a "Corpse Reviver 2". Our meals were delicious as well! I had the Rigatoni and loved the whiffs of truffle from the truffle butter. My husband had a seasonal Risotto special which was to die for! Generous portions meant we went home with delicious leftovers. We'll be back!
   

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   Jeffrey

   Boise7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great dining experience from the beginning. The hostess was friendly and effective, seated right away, and our server Chad struck a nice balance of being attentive but not overbearing or intrusive. Chad knew the menu well and helped navigate a couple food allergies, which I appreciate. The meat and cheese board was great, fennel and arugula salad exceptional, and my salmon was served hot off the grill. Other entrees that were excellent at our table were the beef bolognese and risotto with shrimp added. The manager (owner?) stopped by a couple times to make sure everything was just right and also helped me hide and deliver a surprise gift. Excellent dinner, thank you, we will be back.
   

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   Terry

   Boise1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   It's been along time since eating in such a amazing place. The dish I ate had so many flavors.
   

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   Jacob

   Boise1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food and attentive staff. Highly recommend.
   

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   Beth

   Boise5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Alavita never disappoints!! We love everything about it! Service is ALWAYS top notch - Justin was phenomenal! And the food was AMAZING!!
   

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   Peter

   Boise3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always have an enjoyable time here! Tonight was our Anniversary and the staff made it very special for my wife and I. Thanks
   

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    Kevin

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Excellent food and great service. The rigatoni was delicious. The family is already asking when we can go again.
    

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