Proper

142 Water St, Boone
(828) 865-5000

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Sarah B

The best new edition!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tim Davis

A Hidden Gem That Deserves the Spotlight!

My wife and I had the absolute pleasure of dining at The Pasta Joint, and I can honestly say — I’ve never felt more compelled to write a review in my life.

From the moment we walked in, Chef and owner Adam and his wonderful wife made us feel like old friends. Their warmth, hospitality, and genuine passion for what they do set the tone for an unforgettable evening.

And then the food… wow. Every dish was a masterpiece — beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. I normally struggle to find an appetite, but somehow, I ate more during this one meal than I have all year. It was that good. Each bite felt like a love letter to Italian cuisine, and you could taste the care and detail that went into every ingredient.

To Adam and the entire team: thank you. Thank you for creating a space that feels special, for food that speaks louder than words, and for reminding me how powerful a good meal can be.

We can’t wait for our next date night — we’ll absolutely be back!

-Tim & Karina Davis

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jerry E

Best pasta, best vibes!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Addison Talbert

Amazing staff, food was phenomenal and I love how it’s made fresh every single day! My new favorite place to eat

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Taylor Kelley

Delicious food and a great atmosphere! I would absolutely recommend to anyone! Come eat here!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Oliver Tonken

Great food by great people in a great place check it out fr

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amanda Smith

If you haven’t been to The Pasta Joint yet, you’re missing out on a true gem! This place takes Italian food to the next level. Everything—and I mean everything—is made completely from scratch, from their incredible house-made sauces to the hand-crafted pasta that’s rolled, cut, and infused with so much love and flavor you can taste it in every single bite.

The pasta is absolutely out of this world—silky, tender, and perfectly cooked, with that authentic texture you can only get when it’s freshly made. You can tell they take pride in their craft because every plate feels like it came straight out a Nina’s kitchen.

The flavors are bold, balanced, and unforgettable. Pair that with their warm, welcoming atmosphere and you’ll feel like you’ve discovered your new favorite spot. Whether you’re a pasta lover or just appreciate real, quality food made with passion, The Pasta Joint is a must-visit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Liz Gisondi

Wow! We loved the Pasta Joint! The food was outstanding, the atmosphere was spot on and the staff so nice. We highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sophie Carlton

I came by a few nights ago with my boyfriend and we absolutely loved this place! The food was super delicious, the service was great, and the restaurant itself was beautiful! It’s really opened up a lot since the last restaurant, Proper, was in this spot. We got the arancini (risotto balls), chicken under a brick, and cavatelli (which came with a full lobster tail and shrimp!) I would give the food a 10/10 again and again, it was so good. The service was also amazing! Our server (who I believe was named Taylor?) was super sweet and answered all of our questions! Absolutely will be back again and we’ll be recommending to all of our friends!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karen Wood

Casual elegant vibe with great food in a lovely setting.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Greta Nooe

I went here Friday night and the food was delicious and the waiters and waitresses were so kind !!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Erin

Our dinner at The Pasta Joint was delicious: made from scratch pasta with good ingredients in a very cute location. We had a great date night here. Our favorite was the short rib ravioli - I will be thinking of that one for a long time.

Note: Most of the current reviews seem to be for the old restaurant, Proper, at this location. The Pasta Joint is newly opened (Sept 2025). They were still working out the kitchen pacing when we were there - food was slow to arrive, but the staff was very kind and apologetic and we didn’t mind the wait.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lydia Rivera

Everyone was so pleasant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Olivia Fagge

Food and service was amazing.

Highly recommend the tiramisu martini and eggplant gnocchi.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Patrick Beaver

Some of the best Italian food I have ever eaten! From start to finish, the service and eats were incredible and I can't wait to return for another amazing experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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