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Address: 6970 W State St, Boise, ID 83714
Phone: (208) 853-6292
Website: http://vincenzotrattoria.com/
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Reviews
First items we got were the margherita pizza and the zucchini fritters. The pizza was ok. The dough was nice and fresh, but it was almost like it was too close between a thin crispy cracker crust and a light fluffy dough. It was light and crispy, but almost firm and chewy.
The zucchini fritters were amazing. 1000% the best thing we had. They came with a whipped ricotta that had herbs mixed in. They weren’t oily at all and still had a delicious crispiness to them that still felt light even though it was fried. They were seasoned extremely well.
For the main course we got two pastas. One was the zozzana that was tomato sauce with guanciale, homemade Italian sausage, pecorino, and Italian peppers. It would probably be on the spicier side for most people, but it was perfect for me. The sauce was creamy, salty, spicy and delicious. The guanciale was cooked well and didn’t become soggy too. Still had a nice crunch around the crispy bits.
My fiancé got the carbonara and it was good, but tasted very buttery in my opinion. She really liked it though. The guanciale was really nice again and served as a perfect component to mix up textures.
For dessert we got a cappuccino, espresso and the tiramisu. Some tiramisus are extremely sweet, but this was perfectly balanced, especially with the coffees. Just don’t inhale when you take a bite or the cocoa powder on top might turn into the old cinnamon challenge. The cocoa powder on top balanced the richness of the whipped cream and sweetness of the rest of the dessert.
We also got a bottle of cab sav that was reasonably priced and complimented our entire meal.
Individual entrees:
Margherita Pizza: 6.5
Zucchini Fritters: 9.5
Carbonara: 7
Zozanna: 8.25
Tiramisu: 8
Food: 8 (rounded up because the wine was good)
Atmosphere: 7.5
Service: 9
We ran about 10 minutes late for our reservation, and when I called, they assured me it was no problem — even though there were people waiting for tables when we arrived. I really appreciated that they still honored our reservation and welcomed us warmly.
Our server was attentive, checking in often to make sure everything was just right. The owner, Colton, was engaged with guests, serving, chatting, offering suggestions, and making everyone feel at home. Chef Heidi’s dishes were outstanding. My friend ordered the meatballs (something I usually avoid), but they were absolutely delicious. We also had the fritto misto, zucchini fritters, fettuccine and veal, all fantastic dishes.
The atmosphere is cozy and intimate — perfect for a date night. Between the warm hospitality, excellent food, and inviting setting, Vincenzo’s has become a spot I’ll happily return to.
Besides the food, the place is nicely decorated. It is in a strip mall type thing, but I find more and more that is just the way it goes and my odds of success for finding a gem are as good as anywhere.
Ownership changed, and while this place had been on my list for years, I never experienced the previous experience. I can say the new owners seemed great. They are both there (probably everyday?), and have taken some time to introduce their ideas very successfully in my opinion. Highly recommend you try it out.
We were greeted warmly and seated immediately. Service was spot-on: drinks arrived quickly, along with complimentary flatbread and some killer olive oil. Appetizers like calamari, caprese salad, meatballs, and sausage risotto balls were simple but packed with flavor—well executed and satisfying.
Everyone in our group ordered something different, and every dish was a winner. Highlights included the pork and saffron risotto special (total fire) and the clam spaghetti (perfection). We shared bites, and you could taste the care in every ingredient. Pro tip: Use that flatbread to sop up the sauces—scarpetta style!
Desserts sealed the deal: cannoli’s, tiramisu, and especially the citrus cake—a light, sweet sponge with a zesty frosting that was the perfect refresher. We skipped coffee because we were stuffed, but the whole evening felt like we could have found ourselves in a perfectly renovated hole in the wall off the streets of Italy itself. No watered down Olive Garden type crap here. Locally owned and operated. Highly recommend for groups or dates—great food, vibe, and value!