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Alla Vita Chicago Reviews
Had an unforgettable dinner at Alla Vita last night! The
Had an unforgettable dinner at Alla Vita last night! The space is absolutely gorgeous -- warm lights, greenery, and that perfect Chicago buzz. We ordered the burrata, the rigatoni with vodka sauce, and of course the wood-fired pizza (see pics ). Ever
First of all, the meal is excellent and the venue is
First of all, the meal is excellent and the venue is stunning. Both my lunch and dinner visits were wonderful.
Amazing service & atmosphere! 10/10 would recommend this to
Amazing service & atmosphere! 10/10 would recommend this to a friend! Our waitress even offered a tide pen when my friend spilled pasta sauce on her shirt! Caring, sensitive, and empathetic!
I've always loved the food at Alla Vita -- this was my
I've always loved the food at Alla Vita -- this was my fifth visit -- but after today, I don't think I'll be coming back. My server was extremely rude, and it completely ruined the experience. A while ago, I had a similar rude encount
My friend and I came here on a whim for dinner.
We got to sit outside and it was beautiful. The inside decor was stunning and next time I would love to sit inside. We ordered the whipped ricotta for an appetizer and my friend got the ricotta dumplings and I had the kale Caesar salad. Everything wa
Noodles for both me and my girlfriend was way too
Noodles for both me and my girlfriend was way too undercooked and hard. I asked for a remake and it was more al dente, but overall taste and flavors were not good. I ordered the seafood dish and I tasted more chili oil spice than anything else. Didn&
Food is always fresh and excellent.
Not fancy Italian, but good, reliable Italian, which I prefer. The service has been consistently friendly and efficient. It's a nice space and no one feels too crowded.
The food is amazing! The wood fired table bread is yum!
The food is amazing! The wood fired table bread is yum! They have the ricotta dumplings which are like a heaven in your mouth! Buttery and delicious! The ambiance is great, perfect date night spot! Could do better on desserts
Wonderful food, lovely atmosphere
Visited here while delivering our daughter to U Chicago. Food was excellent and service impeccable. We really enjoyed our meal!
Wow! Very impressed with my first visit to Alla Vita.
One of my favorite restaurant ambiance's, fantastic food, and great service. The $25 lunch is a good deal and all of our dishes were decent portions and extremely tasty. Farm Apple and Squash Salad: 4/5 Arancini: 4.5/5 Paccheri: 4.5/5 Rigatoni
We had the vodka pasta and a Brussel sprout salad--it was
We had the vodka pasta and a Brussel sprout salad--it was delicious and we really enjoyed our time there. We sat at the bar which was beautiful and this place was packed, I think it has a pretty serious cult like lunchtime following because the locat
Second time at Alla vita after 2+ years.
Wood fired meat balls haven't changed one bit. Haha I got lucky this time that I found a table inside the restaurant instead of patio (last visit). Loved the ambiance but it was too loud inside not sure whether it's because of the table n
Really amazing food, service, and ambiance! Highly
Really amazing food, service, and ambiance! Highly recommend the ricotta dumplings which have a donation attached to them for a great local cause. Also loved the burrata. The bread was buttery and salty and the burrata was sweet and balanced, they we
We celebrated our 3-year anniversary at Alla Vita, and it
We celebrated our 3-year anniversary at Alla Vita, and it was such a memorable experience. While we've ordered takeout many times, this was our first time dining in--and it exceeded every expectation. We had a gift card and decided to celebrate
Delicious pasta.
I've heard their lunch deal is good so I'd like to go back and try that.
Not many options (or at least options with good variety)
Not many options (or at least options with good variety) but the bread is good! Highly recommend going to get the bday cake
This place is first gorgeous, and the food is quality.
I've been here for both lunch and dinner and both experiences were lovely.
I continue to be amazed by the consistent experience Alla
I continue to be amazed by the consistent experience Alla Vita delivers both with their food and service. I went last night and tried the Margarita pizza and the Rigatoni Ala Vodka. Both were fresh, and delicious. The rigatoni had a little kick with
We were visiting from LA and loved the hospitality and the
We were visiting from LA and loved the hospitality and the food. Our server, Brynisha, was especially nice and so sweet. I wish there was a location back home! Would 1,000% recommend.
Wonderful ambiance and friendly service.
Great deal on lunch menu. You can get a refreshing appetizer, pasta for main dish, and delightful dessert. This reminds me of menú del día in Spain where a restaurant has a great deals during the day before dinner. All dishes we had were flavorfu
Lovely pizza
I had the fennel sausage pizza. Was lovely. Tasty dough, great toppings. The best bit was the hot peppers served on it. Very attentive staff.
Such a beautiful spot to celebrate a special occasion -- we
Such a beautiful spot to celebrate a special occasion -- we came here for a birthday dinner, and it was perfect from start to finish. The vibe is warm, lively, and celebratory, and the service was attentive without ever feeling rushed. For food, we
Mangia!
Great food with friends. We basically had a tasting menu and everything was exceptional. We had a group of 18 people with a private room and even with that many people service was great. Our waitress Joey was very good. She kept things moving and
Excellent food and gorgeous interior
We made a 4:30pm reservation (when they open for dinner) and they unlocked the doors exactly at 4:30 so don't let the empty seats in my pictures fool you - all the tables were filled by the time we ordered our appetizer. The octopus was perfect
Fantastic Lunch at Alla Vita
We dined at Alla Vita for lunch and I have to say what an amazing experience. From the food to the service everything was fantastic. The food was so fresh and delicious. Our server Danielle did a great job throughout our meal. I highly recommend
Popular, up beat, excellent
This was the marquee dinner of our trip. We were in town for just 2 nights for a concert. Based on reviews Alla Vita was on the radar and we were able to make reservations well in advance. Sometimes when a restaurant is very popular it survives on
Not the Best Italian in Chicago
While the decor was great, the food was not and this is simply because I have Celiac and went for the gluten-free pasta. It was unfortunately overcooked and completely bland. The service was also very slow.
Another outstanding Italian restaurant heard from
Chef Lee Wolen and the well-heeled Boka Restaurant Group scores another hit with Alla Vita, which opened in 2021 at 564 West Randolph Street, at Jefferson, where comfort meets Italian cuisine in the heart of the West Loop. Or so the promotion says. W
Enjoyable dining experience. Will return.
Enjoyed the food and great service. The staff was very friendly and made dinner an excellent experience. Food was brought put very quickly (maybe too quickly?). Highly recommend the ravioli and chicken parm. Loved the restaurant decor - both beaut
Sea Bream or Branzino?
A few years ago, I was introduced to Branzino at a restaurant in Sarasota, Florida. I've been addicted to the meaty and tender Mediterranean sea bass ever since. And I have been pleasantly surprised that Branzino is fast becoming a popular item
Every meal was so good and authentic tasting! Recommend
Every meal was so good and authentic tasting! Recommend meatballs app and also sharing entrees amongst a group so you can try a variety of their dishes.
Service & ambiance is great, but food was okay.
Not the best Italian food I've had in the city. Menu is a bit limited. Was my second time here and the arancini never disappoints as an appetizer! Only downside is that it is a bit salty. The ricotta dumplings were a bit salty and heavy due to the am
Excellent ambiance.
Delicious food. Rightly mentioned in the Michelin Guide book. The service was nice ands well.
Totally loved the vibe of the place.
The table was ready on time and serveers were very sweet. We had Vodka Pasta and oh my god, must try! Margarita Pizza is another very well cooked dish. 100% Recommended
The Gnochetti Sardi was good.
The gnocchi was perfectly cooked to an al dente bite. The ragu sauce was just ok IMO. Lacked some flavor and maybe other ingredients but overall good. The Arancini balls were outstanding. Could eat those all day with a red sauce. Service was great.
10/10 experience.
The food was outstanding, some of the best Italian food in Chicago. There is a reason that this place is popular. The chicken parm was especially delicious no wonder it's a featured dish. The vodka rigatoni was good but a little spicy. The appetizer
Had a great time at Alla Vita.
Walked in solo while on a business trip and ate at the bar. Started off with the marinated olives and loved the variety of olives provided. Highly recommend their Rigatoni alla Vodka super delish! And the gelato was super rich and flavorful, I got th
Alla Vita in Chicago delivers a delightful Italian dining
Alla Vita in Chicago delivers a delightful Italian dining experience. The vodka pasta is rich and flavorful, the fire table bread is a must-try, and the olive oil froyo offers a unique and refreshing dessert. It's a perfect spot for a memorable meal.
This place is so cute and has a great vibe.
We were seated very quickly to our table. The waitress was def on point and always checked on us. The food was absolutely amazing, fresh, and fast! Everything we ordered was really good and seasoned well. The bread, pizza, meatballs, bolognese pasta,
Honestly if you want to reel me in , it always starts with
Honestly if you want to reel me in , it always starts with aesthetics. It's gorgeous from the small wine cellar to the pergola in the middle of the restaurant. But to keep me coming back, the food has to be amazing. Alla did deliver , my only compla
Amazing
10/10. Every single dish was perfection. As good a house made pasta I’ve ever had. We had a party of six and shared 6 entrees and two appetizers. Every single thing was fantastic. Love this place.
Memorable night out
Was only able to get a 6:00 pm reservation on a Friday - and that was over a month out. It’s a popular place. Beautiful restaurant. It was already packed when we arrived and even more packed when we left. Service was spot on and food was great. Bur
Great atmosphere and food
We went for a late lunch (about 30 minutes before they close for midday) and had one of my favorite meals of the trip. I had the lunch special - with salad, rigatoni al La vodka and gelato. My husband had the meatball sandwich. Both were amazing! I
Ok
Pleasant space, nicely decorated, friendly staff. The food is fine, but not great. Housemade pastas are heavy, not one with a simple Pomodoro sauce; the tagliatelle was underdone, the meat not tender. Margarita pizza nothing special. Limoncello, biz
So so good!!! We had several recs for great Italian
So so good!!! We had several recs for great Italian restaurants in Chicago and I am so glad we went with Alla Vita! I can't stop raving about it. Food and service were amazing!
I went here my last night in Chicago, and I can truly say
I went here my last night in Chicago, and I can truly say it was great choice! Me and my family did make a reservation because we knew it was going to be crowded and I can say that you should do that if you can. Right when we walked in the ambiance t
Loved this restaurant! Great drinks, great food, great
Loved this restaurant! Great drinks, great food, great service! The vodka rigatoni was amazing!!! The inside of the restaurant is so warm and cozy and the ceiling is so unique. A great place to come with friends and split a bunch of dishes to try the
Came here with two close friends for restaurant week.
This is was my first and only restaurant week for lunch in 2024! It did not disappoint. We each had three courses and it was very delicious and in good portions. Service was swift and kind. I'm glad I finally got to try this place after hearing about
The food at Alla Vita is as good as advertised.
The bread, with the orange honey sauce, is delicious, and very unique for an Italian restaurant. I had the Chicken Parm, which is their featued item, and is excellent. I will definitely be eating here again!
Great prices and location.
Food was amazing can't leave anything negative, our server Nicole was very attentive and nice. Would be back soon!
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