Restaurants in Boise
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Best Restaurants
“Fantastic service (wish I remembered her name), she was incredible in suggesting drinks. The ambiance was relaxing, and the drinks were so creative! A place worth visiting!!!”
“This is my new absolute favorite place in town. I wish I knew about them sooner.
Seriously, I cant overstate how good it is so far ive only tried the Shami, chicken Biryani, and bolani. So good I order that every time. And yes at first glance, it is expensive but for the quality of the ingredients and the SPICE its a great deal! And just to be clear spice as in flavor not hot spicey(though they have it available too)
Wow the spice the flavor Seriously, if you are like me born and raised in Idaho and growing up the most exotic spices in your cabinet was oregano this place will blow your mind I dont have the vocabulary to appropriately praise it.
Its what I Imagine Paul felt in Dune the first time he was exposed to great quantities of the spice melange, I can now see what has been and what may become all paths are laid before me and they all lead to more plates of shami and bolani.”
“Another awesome meal. We go there semi regularly. Always glad to see Craig, our preferred and requested server. We are blessed to be able to go to fine dining around the world. Chandlers never disappoints. Thankful they are in our town! Well done!”
“Great food along with good live music most of the time. If I had a chance I'd stop”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Brunch here is my favorite in Boise. The Duck and waffles is the best combo of sweet and savory. Their mimosa service is fun and delicious: tasty bottle of cava tableside with fresh squeezed OJ”
“The last 5 years my husband and I have made this our go to restaurant for Afghani and Mediterranian food. Best naan in town--chewy, thick and flavorful. Service is excellent as always. Portions are generous. Our favorite is the Chicken Tikka Masala. Sauce is truly exceptional. We'll keep going back as we have the last 5 years. 10 out of five”
Recommended Restaurants
“I wish I knew her name, but we had the most amazing server. Fantastic service and so nice. She ran us down when we walked out of the restaurant because we forgot our food. She then went back to the restaurant and labeled them and put them in a to go back and came and found us. Absolutely made my day, so sweet!”
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“The food is very good. We have tried pizza and salads and both were fresh and very tastey. The on-line ordering is horrible. Yesterday we placed a to go order at 3 pm and was told that it would not be ready to pick up until 7 pm, 4 hours later. That is not unusual and sometimes they stop on-line ordering several hours before closing. They either need more ovens, a better system or discontinue take out orders because on-line ordering for take out is very frustrating and annoying.”
“The food and overall atmosphere was great for Sunday brunch, but apparently they employ a DJ to play music on Sundays during brunch which is so loud, it was extremely difficult to carry on a conversation let alone enjoy your meal. My ears are still ringing. My friend and I weren’t the only people in the restaurant requesting the volume to be decreased. Brunch should be a relaxing atmosphere, not feeling like you are at a night club….”
“we are visiting from Utah for a few days. we randomly chose to go to Romio's for dinner. what a great choice! we ordered Greek platter. there was enough food there for two of us. our food came out to us nice and hot and absolutely delicious! we were so full that we had to take our tiramisu to go. our waiter was very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. we highly recommend Romio's. we' ll be back the next time we come to Boise. Mike and Chris Quick”
Restaurants with Delivery
“My daughter and I came here for the first time today. My daughter had a chocolate tart and I had a blackberry pistachio tart and lavender latte. Everything was excellent and not too sweet which is what I love about middle eastern desserts. We definitely plan to come here again”
“One of the best Mediterranean food in Boise even the best! We had 2 plates: one is called Mushakal that includes chicken Shawarma, chicken taouk style (skewers) , hummus dip and salad! Second plate is called Ishtar which includes falafel, lamb kebab, chicken taouk, hummus dip and salad! Both were so delicious and both were served with rice spiced with Safran! Finally we had delicious baklava that was so tasty! I'm sure going back there! Very friendly owner and staff! Nice atmosphere! Fair prices! They have also a shop where you can buy Mediterranean grocery items, bread and other items! It is highly recommended!!!”
“This is my new absolute favorite place in town. I wish I knew about them sooner.
Seriously, I cant overstate how good it is so far ive only tried the Shami, chicken Biryani, and bolani. So good I order that every time. And yes at first glance, it is expensive but for the quality of the ingredients and the SPICE its a great deal! And just to be clear spice as in flavor not hot spicey(though they have it available too)
Wow the spice the flavor Seriously, if you are like me born and raised in Idaho and growing up the most exotic spices in your cabinet was oregano this place will blow your mind I dont have the vocabulary to appropriately praise it.
Its what I Imagine Paul felt in Dune the first time he was exposed to great quantities of the spice melange, I can now see what has been and what may become all paths are laid before me and they all lead to more plates of shami and bolani.”
“A family favorite!!! In fact, I chose to celebrate Mother’s Day at 3 Wood Pizza and Pub and it didn’t disappoint. Exceptional service, incredible pizza, and to top it off…I was handed a Mother’s Day Rose before leaving. Thanks for your tireless dedication for excellence! Much appreciated!”
“Seriously one of the best restaurants in Boise. The food is excellent. I’m a vegetarian and that can make it tough to find places with more than a couple things to try. Not here—there’s an entire menu. Service was absolutely top notch. So friendly and attentive. It was my spouse’s birthday and they overheard and brought us dessert (which was also delicious). The interior is very nice…modern but cosy and unpretentious. Everything is perfect here…the ambiance, the service, and the food—just perfect.”
“The food and overall atmosphere was great for Sunday brunch, but apparently they employ a DJ to play music on Sundays during brunch which is so loud, it was extremely difficult to carry on a conversation let alone enjoy your meal. My ears are still ringing. My friend and I weren’t the only people in the restaurant requesting the volume to be decreased. Brunch should be a relaxing atmosphere, not feeling like you are at a night club….”
“So delicious! The food got to our table quickly and was phenomenal! I highly recommend this restaurant. We ordered white and red lamb tibs and black and red lentils and loved it. The injera wasn’t too sour, as it was in a different Ethiopian restaurant me and my family have been to. Very good and would definitely go there again.”
“Exquisite experience! From the minute you step in until you part, it is a feast for the soul! Simply said, KIN is an Epicurean Delight! Yes, I recommend KIN!”
“Yoi Tomo Sushi and Grill isn’t just a restaurant,it’s an arena. An all-you-can-eat battle of wills between man and salmon, and I came to win.
Their all-you-can-eat deal is amazing, as long as you show up with a plan, a purpose, and possibly a small support group. The rule is simple: if you leave more than three pieces on the plate, they charge you five bucks. Honestly, that’s fair. Sushi abandonment should be a crime anyway.
So I dug deep. I toughed it out like a sushi warrior destined for greatness. I had enough salmon nigiri to make an entire grizzly bear question its life choices, and then I finished strong with the Anger Management Roll, because dessert should be raw fish wrapped in rice and existential decisions.
If I had paid full price for everything I ate, my bill would have been 90 bucks. Instead, I walked out victorious, only slightly dizzy, and spiritually transformed.
Important survival tip: You must must must get on the waitlist via Yelp. Do not show up like a walk-in amateur. We arrived at 5 PM on a Saturday, were already 13th on the waitlist, and still waited about 45 minutes. But it was incredibly well run and organized. These people conduct the waitlist like air traffic control during the Super Bowl. Respect.
If you have an appetite (or unresolved emotional issues you’d like to eat your way through), this place is heaven. If not, go order a salad somewhere else and let the rest of us work.”
Online Reservation Available
“Such a great place! Super easy to order, and wonderful food. They give you huge portion sizes and tons of flavor options to add at the table! (Sriracha, Hoisin Sauce, spicy chili oil)! The staff is very friendly as well! And the Vietnamese iced coffee is so tasty!”
“Had a fabulous dinner starting with the calamari and a charcuterie board. Our main dishes included the cacciuco (seafood stew), tagliatelle with bolognese and tortioli pasta with hazelnut pesto, carmelized pearl onions and local roasted assorted mushrooms. For dessert we shared the chocolate tiramisu. Everything was outstanding and the service was excellent. Definitely would recommend!”
“Ruth’s Chris Boise has been my favorite Boise steakhouse! Every detail from the moment you walk in is on point. If you want an outstanding fine dining experience, make a reservation! You will not be disappointed. Once again, thank you to Don and all of the wonderful staff!”
“Bear Island makes great beer, has a cool building in an old firehouse, and is Veteran owned! All are pluses in my book!”
“Had a fabulous dinner starting with the calamari and a charcuterie board. Our main dishes included the cacciuco (seafood stew), tagliatelle with bolognese and tortioli pasta with hazelnut pesto, carmelized pearl onions and local roasted assorted mushrooms. For dessert we shared the chocolate tiramisu. Everything was outstanding and the service was excellent. Definitely would recommend!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Me and friends went to ihop on emerald the server was awesome on point was so nice. Our drinks were refilled and the was presented and was so good. I had there ham and cheese omelette cheese was so good Jan were crisp and English muffin was toasted. They were really busy and Manager was working cash register. I loved this place and people who work here. I will return again. Thank you ihop”
“California Mexican Food ⭐️⭐️⭐️ I tried this Boise fast food Mexican restaurant today for the first time. I got the #18 combo, which is 2 Chile Rellenos, Rice & Beans with tortillas for a little less than $10. I went through the drive-through. The service was fast. I was impressed with the weight of the bag. I was even more impressed when I got back to my office and opened up the box. The food looked fantastic! I liked that the Chile Rellenos came with sour cream and a guacamole-like topping. They were made with nice sized poblano chilies. The flavor was good, and they were full of oozing cheese. If I was to rate these based on appearance and flavor, alone, I would rate them 4/5. However, the seeds were not removed from the poblano chilies before cooking them. Every single recipe I’ve seen for Chile Rellenos instructs you to remove the seeds. You don’t realize why that’s important until you get one with seeds. Eating a bunch of hard plant matter along with one’s Chile Relleno is not a pleasant experience. I’m not sure if this was a one off, or if this is how they normally prepare Chile Rellenos at California Mexican Food. The refried beans looked good, but they tasted sour. The rice was OK. I like that the meal comes with your choice of corn or flour tortillas. I chose flour. The tortillas seemed thick and homemade.”
“They canceled my order on my way there on my break at work and I unfortunately had to order inside and was late off break, but when I went inside I could tell they were slammed and Leroy in the front was SO kind and helpful and apologetic to me (which wasn't necessary but very sweet) thank you Leroy for all your hard work and smiles. And thanks to all the hard workers doing the best they can at this location, it is very busy”
“yes I'm really impressed with the Jack in the Box on Boise on Eagle Road the employee Irene Jimenez and really good at leaving her kids and her family to fend for themselves as she goes out and suck dick behind back and doesn't come home for weeks she wasn't here on Christmas alone on Christmas just family no mom then wants to go around and call yourself mother I don't think so”
“Ruth’s Chris Boise has been my favorite Boise steakhouse! Every detail from the moment you walk in is on point. If you want an outstanding fine dining experience, make a reservation! You will not be disappointed. Once again, thank you to Don and all of the wonderful staff!”
“Absolute must do in Boise! Tasting menu is excellent, vibes are immaculate. The servers are the sweetest, most vibrant sounds who really know their wines. Will definitely be back :) 🥂”
Takeout Restaurants
“Had breakfast this morning at at The Chef's Hut. I had no idea this restaurant was even here. I must say it was such a great experience. Loved the atmosphere, and the decorations were so cool. Wait staff was on point, our coffee was always full. Food came out quickly even though the place was busy. I had the eye opener for breakfast and I must say it was some of the best biscuits and gravy I have had. The rest of the food was top notch as well. If you want great food do yourself a favor and head to The Chef's Hut, you won't be disappointed. 10 out of 10.”
“The first time we came here, it was good, but nothing to write home about. But I’m so glad I came back and gave them a second go. The sushi was extremely good, fresh, and well prepared. Service was fantastic as well. Sake selection is on point. Not huge, but good quality. I like that they have a little picture guide at the place settings so you can figure out what the sushi bros have given you. Menu does a good job of explaining things as well for those who may not know all the proper sushi/sashimi names. The sushi rice was really well seasoned and the pieces were large. Hospitality was super as well! Really great experience and I highly recommend! Wish I had taken some photos, but I’ve already eaten everything up! Ordered the sushi and sashimi for 1 and aged tofu. Everything was excellent.”
“The last 5 years my husband and I have made this our go to restaurant for Afghani and Mediterranian food. Best naan in town--chewy, thick and flavorful. Service is excellent as always. Portions are generous. Our favorite is the Chicken Tikka Masala. Sauce is truly exceptional. We'll keep going back as we have the last 5 years. 10 out of five”
“My family has been coming here for years and loving the food and the service every time. Tonight, however, we had Dave as a server. He was simply a cut above the rest, and a genuine pleasure to work with. Every server was wonderful, but some of my party has allergy related dietary requirements, and Dave made absolutely sure we were taken care of. Thank you so much for the excellent service, Dave!”
“The food is very good. We have tried pizza and salads and both were fresh and very tastey. The on-line ordering is horrible. Yesterday we placed a to go order at 3 pm and was told that it would not be ready to pick up until 7 pm, 4 hours later. That is not unusual and sometimes they stop on-line ordering several hours before closing. They either need more ovens, a better system or discontinue take out orders because on-line ordering for take out is very frustrating and annoying.”
“Walking into the coffee shop Giftshop is quite colorful, they have a large selection of stickers and mugs along with Gag gifts, and friendly staff. The coffee I ordered was a white chocolate mocha but it wasn’t very sweet kinda plain but it did have a wonderful cream design on the top as pictured. The coffee prices are rather cheap for Boise and the food prices were also very affordable for Boise.”
“Absolutely wonderful Middle Eastern cuisine, style and personality!!
I’ll be the first to qualify my review by admitting that I am quite limited in my capacity to hand out stars for authenticity. Based on the dozen or so times I’ve had Middle Eastern food (mostly at homes and celebrations), this food fits the bill and expectation for authentically Middle Eastern. But, again, I am from the Deep South of the Pacific Northwest, so take it with a pinch of salt...and some Falafel!
I wish I hadn’t been so eager to dish up before getting a photo; and it is not the prettiest photo, but I am sharing it for context. Check out the “leftovers” from our family platter purchase:
3 of the 4 adults, and 5 hungry teens/preteens all ate substantially!!
And it covered lunch the next day for several of us!
It was all SO good! I can’t wait to have it again. Easy access off the Interstate or Orchard/Cole; very responsive service; amazing staff and atmosphere; and fresh and delicious.
If you want to consider the value of covering more than one meal for most of the fam, I definitely overstated the cost per person!”
“we are visiting from Utah for a few days. we randomly chose to go to Romio's for dinner. what a great choice! we ordered Greek platter. there was enough food there for two of us. our food came out to us nice and hot and absolutely delicious! we were so full that we had to take our tiramisu to go. our waiter was very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. we highly recommend Romio's. we' ll be back the next time we come to Boise. Mike and Chris Quick”
“Such quick and friendly service. Perfect location in downtown. Laid back atmosphere with ample outside sitting. Sushi was so good, tasted fresh and was absolutely delicious. So much so I ate a 10 piece all to myself which is a feat for a small lady like me! Server was such a delight she was super bubbly and sweet! Will come again!”
“Excellent food, service, attentiveness, ambiance. Great covered outdoor seating with fireplace. Our sever Jackson was stellar as was mangers great follow up to be sure everything was to our expectations.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Came here for happy hour. The bartender was so helpful and the old fashioned was delicious. We drank in the atrium, which was a lovely vibe for the time of day. There is tons of seating inside and out. We didn’t have the poutine but it sounded delicious! Would certainly come here again!”
“This bar was fantastic had great service and the vibe was awesome came from slc for the day and was astonished it was so fun they had a fun beer pong competition going on that made some great memories and friends highly recommend it if your out and about and trying to find something to do definitely is a place to stop by and check out”
“Yoi Tomo Sushi and Grill isn’t just a restaurant,it’s an arena. An all-you-can-eat battle of wills between man and salmon, and I came to win.
Their all-you-can-eat deal is amazing, as long as you show up with a plan, a purpose, and possibly a small support group. The rule is simple: if you leave more than three pieces on the plate, they charge you five bucks. Honestly, that’s fair. Sushi abandonment should be a crime anyway.
So I dug deep. I toughed it out like a sushi warrior destined for greatness. I had enough salmon nigiri to make an entire grizzly bear question its life choices, and then I finished strong with the Anger Management Roll, because dessert should be raw fish wrapped in rice and existential decisions.
If I had paid full price for everything I ate, my bill would have been 90 bucks. Instead, I walked out victorious, only slightly dizzy, and spiritually transformed.
Important survival tip: You must must must get on the waitlist via Yelp. Do not show up like a walk-in amateur. We arrived at 5 PM on a Saturday, were already 13th on the waitlist, and still waited about 45 minutes. But it was incredibly well run and organized. These people conduct the waitlist like air traffic control during the Super Bowl. Respect.
If you have an appetite (or unresolved emotional issues you’d like to eat your way through), this place is heaven. If not, go order a salad somewhere else and let the rest of us work.”
“I was so lucky to get to try this place out during my visit to Boise. My uncle who’s lived in Japan is a complete sushi iceberg, and we go nowhere else. I had to have the Godzilla road now I had many other roles and my cousin, to the number of different items the service was incredible!!! The spicy dragon roll was my favorite, but Godzilla you have to try!!! OH NOOOO I SAY YOU HAVE TO GO AND TRY GODZILLA!!”
“I popped into Stella’s late one afternoon on my way home from work, looking to treat myself with a pint of ice cream. I couldn’t decide between my usual go-to flavor of mint chocolate chip, or if I wanted to try something new. I wound up doing both and also got a pint of the All Nighter, a coffee-flavored ice cream. They even had peanut butter PUPsicles so I grabbed one of those for my dog. The gal at the counter (who was super helpful while I asked questions about the ice cream flavors) rang me up and I was on my way. I’m almost (but not entirely) embarrassed to admit that I didn’t make it home before I needed to try a bite of the ice cream. I was in standstill traffic, it was hot, and I had a spoon. Or so I thought. I was already committed at that point so I just took a little bite off the top of the opened pint. And another. And another. It was so good that I ate what I could reach without the use of a spoon, then I had to try the other flavor. Both were so good and creamy that I had to force myself to put the lids back on and save some for my husband. My dog is lucky I didn’t break into his pupsicle. Now to the pupsicle. I gave it to my dog as soon as I got home. His little mind was blown by the surprise treat and I sat on the floor with him, holding the pupsicle as he licked it. He didn’t stop until the ice cream was gone and once it was, he still had the cookie part to eat. He rated it 4 paws up and wants another. I will definitely be back to try all the flavors!”
“Tldr pretty authentic Mexican food and I'd like to try more of it.
First time coming here and it wasn't a bad experience, the staff was friendly and pretty quick with my food. I ordered the gordita which was enjoyable but a lil different from what I'm used too have more southern/central Mexican gorditas. I'll have to try the other dishes. I just wish the salsa verde had more kick because I enjoy the flavor or salsa verde compared to the salsa roja.”
“The most interesting thing about eating at Moon's is actually just finding the darn place. While it's address is on Main its main entrance equipped with escalators to the second floor are located off of the pedestrian plaza without a street number address to be found anywhere.
I was pleasantly surprised with, considering how hard it was to find, that it was as busy as it was and with predominantly a younger crowd.
Something about the decor really clicked with me and Becca who attended to my table was especially pleasant and very attentive. Another funny thing was the pollished concrete floor and how it interacted with the ball type castors on the bottom of the chairs. This combination made it especially easy for my chair to move around and glide away from the table when I applied any kind of pressure against the table. Kind of had to wedge my feet to the floor to keep me in place. Would you otherwise notice this; I doubt it. But I'm off that way.
Fun place, good food, music not too loud....yes I would return, especially since I know how to find it now.”
“Came here on suggestion from another bar, lamb stew and a original basque cider, the staff here is really great and friendly. Definitely a place to come and eat and enjoy some good drinks. A lot of good stuff on tap but the food menu is something that you got to try. Also not too expensive, you don't get service like this in many places. Great staff”
Cheap Eats
“Amazing service! Great Boba! I usually come with my granddaughter and we sit and play word crossy and chill. I order a mango smoothie, she orders whatever she is liking on that day. You can't go wrong! Oh my goodness, sooooo good! I would recommend this place hands down to any other place I have been to for Boba! Thank you for all the great service!”
“Best coffee shop in Idaho! My husband and I go at least once a week. The Baristas and the owner are far superior to any other coffee shop around. We love to go here for the full experience…great coffee, amazing pastries, and excellent customer service. You will quickly become a regular like us if you give them a try. 💕”
“Nice local bakery I like to support. Pies are their strength, both fruit and cream pies. Fillings are plentiful and locally sourced. I hate to admit their rolls and bread items need improvement. Simply put, they taste as if they had no salt added. Bland. Salt is essential in order to make flavors really great. I don’t know why the lack of salt, but it’s why the rolls aren’t excellent.”
“I introduced my college-aged daughter to Sakana on Vista a few weeks ago because I LOVE it and she’d never been here. Imagine our delight when we were served our maki rolls on the deluxe wooden sushi boat, complete with dry-ice “steam” and frozen flowers ! It was a spectacular presentation to our superb dining experience! Thank you so much for singling us out for this special exquisite treat! You created yet another lifelong customer with your surprise spoiling! Thanks so much!”
“Great food. Great atmosphere and Great customer service everytime we eat there. Always a fantastic visit.”
“I came for a Babz Production, and the cocktails are impeccable. The Meat and Cheese board was so delicious. The show was so great!! I will definitely be visiting Ochos more often!”
“Super fun spot. Friendly waitresses and food was amazing. Beer flight was everything I wanted it to be. HIGHLY recommend.”
“Nice small place with a good selection of beers. now they have a pizza kitchen so you can eat as well.”
“I wish I knew her name, but we had the most amazing server. Fantastic service and so nice. She ran us down when we walked out of the restaurant because we forgot our food. She then went back to the restaurant and labeled them and put them in a to go back and came and found us. Absolutely made my day, so sweet!”
“Fantastic! Would recommend Sid’s we had a great experience. Friendly people great atmosphere and fantastic burgers. The fries are incredible and did not have room for a shake but our neighbour beside us had one and looked fabulous, he ate it all! 🖤 If you get a chance to go do it you won’t regret it! We were at the one in Barber Boise.”
“Usually like their food. Eat in 9 out of 10 visits. Ordered take out and very disappointed!!! Mushrooms were yucky. So much grease you could pour off top. The filet I got had a fat chunk in it that was inedible. Corn was ok. Ordered steak salad which was good however on bill I was charged full price when I ordered on phone I wanted lunch portion and price. $55+ for filet, corn,salad and mushrooms is very high even in today's economy. Rethinking coming back. Definitely will be awhile. Wound up with terrible heartburn from greasy mushroom which made for a miserable night. Check your food before you take home.”
“Our server made a great recommendation on the leek and mushroom pasta with the addition of steak, it was an unexpected and delightful pairing! I was underwhelmed with the cliche art and seating. The table next us felt bad and kept trying to be more than quiet because it was so close and you couldn’t help overhearing a conversation, we eventually just made jokes about it and helped them celebrate their night. We enjoyed the food and unexpected guests, but it felt rushed and too quick for a date night.”
“Amazing pizza and friendly service, the truck is so cute too!!!!”
“Awesome place with great drinks and good food! The meatballs were tasty! Their drinks were not only beautiful but were smooth and great! The place was very clean and beautiful. Great for a date night and after work drinks. The employees there were friendly and helpful also. It’s always an even better experience when the staff is appreciable and well rounded!”
“Fantastic service, location, preparation menu, and valet parking”
“We had my birthday dinner here after an afternoon of biking the Greenbelt & foothills. The location is awesome & interior is beautiful! My wine pour was generous, which I very much appreciated. The bar tender was great. The food is very good but we didn’t really like the “family style” servings so much. The steak was excellent & cooked perfectly. The broccolini was a bit spicy for me, but everyone else liked it. The small amount of soup was served in an extremely oversized bowl & was pretty thick for soup, but the flavor was incredible! And the greens salad was fresh but just ok for me on flavor. I would go back again as it’s a lovely spot with good service.”
“Very cute place, has a good vibe, refreshingly unpretentious for downtown. Good food, not a huge menu but if you’re just going for oysters there’s a pretty good variety of options. You won’t get very private seating but it is comfortable enough for dinner with friends.”
“The best experience for sushi in the entire Valley. Everyone here treats you like family. The food is without a doubt is on a higher level of flavors and you cannot beat the price for the quality at all!”
“100% the best complete 5 star stay and food experience in Idaho with history captured. This is fine Idaho from an Idahoan.”
“Ti Amo Ti Amo! Loved everything from start to finish. We arrived at 830p and was worried because they close at 9p but the welcome was warm, the service throughout was fabulous - no one rushed us, they gave just the right amount of attention, the food was delicious and good proportions at reasonable prices. We had calamari, olive tapenade, flatbread, chicken masala, pizza, gnocchi. I wish we took pictures but we ate eagerly and there was nothing left. I did do a takeout order of tiramisu and snapped photo. Best tiramisu I've had in a long time. A must try if you're in Boise!”
“They have great drinks! One of their bartenders, Anthony, makes the best bloody Mary, this side of the Mississippi! The atmosphere is chill, and the service is on point!”
“We ate dinner tonight and the food was AMAZING! Scallops, calamari, clam chowder and prawns with the Huckleberry Cream for dessert. Liz our waitress was so friendly, knowledgeable about the menu and just perfect! The lady who took us to our table was friendly too! If we are ever back in Boise, we will eat here again!!!”
“For the discerning fish & chip people, this is the best I’ve had in a while. The batter is light and crispy but not greasy at all, and the fish underneath is meaty and substantial. Everything else was solid but the fish was above and beyond.”
“Yummy breakfast. Met for our Women in Aviation International breakfast meeting. Definitely coming back!”
“Great spot to catch a BSU game or just to hang out and chill ,great outdoor patio with outdoor games!”
“My wife and Mother in law Have a Birthday in the same Month. This place is our go to! Food 10/10 Service 10/10. Thank you for always making Their day special!”
“Three of my friends and I sat in the bar on August 19th. We had drinks and appetizers. The ribs were just delicious and we loved the bacon cheese fries! The service was superb! Fernando took care of us. He was so pleasant and beyond efficient! We will definitely be going back soon!”
“Great trivia night, happy doggos, fantastic beer selection, plenty of outdoor seating.”
“The food great.
The noise inside is unbelievable, we were there on Friday evening, couldn’t understand what the waiter said because of the noise.Could not speak to each other.
But….good food”
“We love sockeye been coming for years really enjoy being able to bring our dog on the patio. You’ve changed the menu though and we miss the trout the spice salmon and now you’ve changed the finger steaks and fries”
“There were a large selection of food items. We had samosas and fried onion appetizers. The green sauce was excellent. I had a Tandori Platter with chicken and beef. Very flavorful. The garlic naan bread was also great”
“I travel extensively. Have for years, checking out breweries as I wander this country. This is one of my favorite and will stick out in my memory as an unexpected and unique find.
The beer is sublime, the space friendly and congenial, a great little outdoor sitting area, and a man behind the bar that is the perfect balance between attentive, informative, and entertaining.
The one downside on this visit was that their pizza kitchen was down after a fire, which I was counting on for food when I headed here on my way east.
So, that was disappointing but everything else was so good it gets a solid five-star rating.”
“AN UNFORGETTABLE TRADING EXPERIENCE I have seen, tested and tried different strategies, procedures methods even lost a lot of funds while trying. Until I was introduce to this strategy that got me back on track and I have been able to regain all my lost money and still making consistent growth on all of my trade, Mrs. Erica Bennett Fx, is indeed an astonishing trader with my start up capital of $2500 I was entitled to $26,940. wow Excellent. she steadily lifted me out of my… See more”
“Family owned business. Amazing service & Sushi. Hidden gem in Boise/Meridian. Note: Cleanest restaurant in Ada County”
“Great place to go if you want to be dressed up and have great drinks and atmosphere!”
“The blanquette de veau is one of the most flavorful and interesting dishes I have had in my life. The veal, lasagna, and osso bucco are all top tier! And don’t forget about the white chocolate shortbread cake for dessert.”
“Exceptional service, from the hostess to our server, and great food in a clean and aesthetically friendly environment - What's not to love? See you next time.”
“Barrel steak had a unique taste that I really enjoyed. Good steak to start with made better with the marinade and cooking. Salad and soup bar was good as well.”
“Aurora made our evening out downtown complete! She showed great care for us and made this dinner enjoyable !!!!!!!!!”
“Here’s a polished review you could use for Diablo and Sons: Review for Diablo & Sons We had a fantastic experience at Diablo and Sons! The customer service was top-notch—Jess, the manager, was incredibly attentive and welcoming, and Jill, our new server, did a wonderful job making sure we were taken care of. There were a few minor delays, but that’s to be expected on a beautiful Saturday evening out on the patio. The atmosphere made up for it, and the drinks were absolutely on point. We tried the Bloody Mary, a couple of Hemingways, margaritas, and the Dusty Trail—all were excellent and expertly crafted. For dinner, we went with the spicy chicken sandwiches, fish and chips, and skirt steak tacos. Every dish was flavorful and well-prepared. The spicy chicken had the perfect kick, and the tacos were a definite standout. Looking forward to our next visit already! Highly recommend for a relaxed vibe, great drinks, and excellent service.”
“Our wedding reception at The Lively Boise was an absolute dream come true. From the moment we stepped through the doors, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality that set the tone for a perfect lunch. The ambiance of the restaurant was elegant yet inviting. The Staff at The Lively were attentive and professional, ensuring that every detail was meticulously taken care of. The food was simply exquisite. From the hors d'oeuvres to the main course and desserts, each dish was expertly prepared and presented with flair by Executive Chef Edward Higgins. Our guests raved about the quality and taste, and many commented that it was some of the best food they've had at a wedding. What impressed us most was the personalized service we received. The team at The Lively, specially the Director of Event Sales Missy Goode from the moment we first inquired until our wedding day, Missy has been nothing short of exceptional. Her dedication to ensuring our wedding day was extra special was truly amazing. Missy's top-notch professionalism and unwavering support made a significant difference throughout the planning process. I highly recommend The Lively Boise, especially thanks to Missy's invaluable assistance. The server who assisted us that day, Grace, was incredibly helpful, accommodating, and reassuring. She ensured that every aspect of our experience, from food to drinks, was of the highest standard. Her attention to detail and friendly demeanor truly made our day unforgettable. Grace's exceptional service was nothing short of wonderful. Overall, our experience at The Lively Boise exceeded our expectations in every way. It was more than just a meal—it was an unforgettable dining experience that added to the magic of our wedding day. We are immensely grateful to the entire team at The Lively Boise for their dedication and expertise in making our celebration truly exceptional. We would highly recommend The Lively Boise to anyone looking for a venue that offers outstanding cuisine, impeccable service, and a memorable atmosphere for their special day.”
“This is such a wonderful place to work. We took so much pride in everything we did. The food is amazing. This was without a doubt my favorite place of employment. The owners treated us all like family. I would not only recommend dining here, I would also recommend applying for a job! I met so many beautiful people and Red Feather, Bittercreek and Diablo will always hold a very special place in my heart!”
“Food and service was fantastic, atmosphere was a bit loud. Portions and quality of food was on point with the food being very tasty. I recommend their steak! It was seasoned perfectly and cooked to my preference. Kudos to the chef that day!”
“I truly enjoyed my meal, and the service was exceptional! I wholeheartedly recommend visiting this wonderful place. They really care about their customers!”
“Absolutely love the vibes but would really like more sober drink choices. I tried to order a sprite, 7up or something light and they didn’t have anything for me but tonic or soda water. For the prices of drinks more options would be lovely.”
“This is a awesome company, very professional & they always take care of the customer so this negative post, there are no asigned parking spots so he can park where he wants to & he was only there for less than 10 minutes so this Karen needs to get over herself”
“I had the Ribeye the other night and it was one of the best steaks I’ve ever had!!! (That says a lot because I’m old and picky, lol.) It was full of flavor and cooked perfectly—super glad I ordered it. Great job guys!”
“Went there and had some great drinks late night yesterday. Solid place to round out the night and chill out, plus their kitchen was open late and that's always a plus. Shout-out to Sam for being a cool waitress, and being very friendly to myself and my very drunk friends.”
“This was our first time and we are already looking forward to coming. Great drinks, good people, awesome bar tender and a small town vibe!”
“This food was amazing. We had some fajitas catered. But the guac, salsa, all of it was great. :)”
“The owner and staff were so friendly. The food was on point and I left full and def coming back!”
“Thought my bday was ruined bc they were out of pretzels, but Janae was so slay and incredible with her service that it saved the day! Purrr.
-Jessica (aka Michael's friend) the birthday girl
Vegetarian options: They made one of our nacho orders vegetarian for us!”
“This is our stop for when my GF returns home from a work travel and gets in late.
Happy hour is always good but the prices went up! Portions may be smaller.
Checked out the new New Orleans special. If you like a little bit of spice and Cajun 🌶️. Try the new menu items.”
“The environment and decor are amazing at Water Bear Bar. You can sit anywhere and feel a sense of privacy- its set up in a way that you’re able to fully communicate and enjoy conversations without being to close to others. The owner is wonderful soul and made everyone of my drinks with quality and care. I love this bar. I love the community they support. It’s definitely a hidden gem in Boise ❤️”
“I lived in South Korea for 8 years. I have been so "second-home sick" for Korean food and this place hit the spot! delicious food, authentic flavors and ambiance. highly recommend!”
“We went to Red Lobster tonight. The waitress was excellent. The food was hot, crispy and delicious.”
“My husband and I went to Spring Creek Brewing for the first time tonight. Beer was great!
Our server, Tom, was awesome, as were all of the servers. The pizza was delicious!
The band was amazing! Super good night! We will defiantly be returning soon!”
“I don't leave alot of reviews but when I do it's because I feelits necessary. Not only is this food great, but id like to thank the employees there from the bottom of my heart. You guys are the best, and deliver excellent service. Thank you!”
“Papa John's went above and beyond tonight! Love their customer service”
“This is a hotel restaurant. I stopped by for the breakfast buffet and it was good. Just the basics. The server was attentive and did a great job considering how busy she was.”
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“Ate there twice in the past week. The menu was broad and the food was excellent. The manager, Mac and his staff have excellent attitudes and are truly concerned with the satisfaction of the customers. My group sampled items from the breakfast and lunch/dinner menus. It was tasty and hot from the kitchen. I will certainly visit again.”
“This is such a wonderful place to work. We took so much pride in everything we did. The food is amazing. This was without a doubt my favorite place of employment. The owners treated us all like family. I would not only recommend dining here, I would also recommend applying for a job! I met so many beautiful people and Red Feather, Bittercreek and Diablo will always hold a very special place in my heart!”
“I love this place, the food and service has always been top notch every time I have gone in for a meal. The only thing that would improve the atmosphere would be more cloth or sound deadening products to help with all the noise that happens when it’s packed full of people. It’s so busy sometimes that it’s tough to talk to and hear the people you are dining with. That is the only negative thing I can say. The food portions are generous, I often bring leftovers home for later. The food is excellent and my servers have always been attentive and nice.”
“Amazing service! Great Boba! I usually come with my granddaughter and we sit and play word crossy and chill. I order a mango smoothie, she orders whatever she is liking on that day. You can't go wrong! Oh my goodness, sooooo good! I would recommend this place hands down to any other place I have been to for Boba! Thank you for all the great service!”
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“The service as amazing I eat black bear in moore ok 4 times a week I was on vacation an stopped in for a Bigfoot breakfast kim was my server she is amazing you need more like her the food is very consistent but the service was above an beyond not what we get in okc”
“Always a great experience here! The customer service is top-notch everyone’s friendly and welcoming from the moment you walk in. Orders are always ready quickly, and the cookies? Always fresh, warm, and delicious. It’s the kind of place that keeps you coming back!”
“I love this place, the food and service has always been top notch every time I have gone in for a meal. The only thing that would improve the atmosphere would be more cloth or sound deadening products to help with all the noise that happens when it’s packed full of people. It’s so busy sometimes that it’s tough to talk to and hear the people you are dining with. That is the only negative thing I can say. The food portions are generous, I often bring leftovers home for later. The food is excellent and my servers have always been attentive and nice.”
“A family favorite!!! In fact, I chose to celebrate Mother’s Day at 3 Wood Pizza and Pub and it didn’t disappoint. Exceptional service, incredible pizza, and to top it off…I was handed a Mother’s Day Rose before leaving. Thanks for your tireless dedication for excellence! Much appreciated!”
“California Mexican Food ⭐️⭐️⭐️ I tried this Boise fast food Mexican restaurant today for the first time. I got the #18 combo, which is 2 Chile Rellenos, Rice & Beans with tortillas for a little less than $10. I went through the drive-through. The service was fast. I was impressed with the weight of the bag. I was even more impressed when I got back to my office and opened up the box. The food looked fantastic! I liked that the Chile Rellenos came with sour cream and a guacamole-like topping. They were made with nice sized poblano chilies. The flavor was good, and they were full of oozing cheese. If I was to rate these based on appearance and flavor, alone, I would rate them 4/5. However, the seeds were not removed from the poblano chilies before cooking them. Every single recipe I’ve seen for Chile Rellenos instructs you to remove the seeds. You don’t realize why that’s important until you get one with seeds. Eating a bunch of hard plant matter along with one’s Chile Relleno is not a pleasant experience. I’m not sure if this was a one off, or if this is how they normally prepare Chile Rellenos at California Mexican Food. The refried beans looked good, but they tasted sour. The rice was OK. I like that the meal comes with your choice of corn or flour tortillas. I chose flour. The tortillas seemed thick and homemade.”
“Maren saved this 1 star review, and changed it to a 5 star review! Our initial waitress was terrible. Was very curt with us. Never brought breadsticks, refilled our waters, and food was cooked wrong. Over all just wasn’t taken care of. The girl who ran our food, Maren, was outstanding. Got us our refills and our bread sticks. Along with taking my over cooked steak off our tab along with our appetizer just to make up for the lack of service. She went above and beyond. Got us a free dessert and a $25 gift card. It was my birthday dinner and she saved it! Thank you, Maren. It’s clear that customer satisfaction is important to you. If I knew the first servers name, I’d leave it in the review so people know what to expect when getting served by her. Thank you Olive Garden for turning our initially horrible experience into the best experience we’ve had here! We will be back. (:”
“The first time we came here, it was good, but nothing to write home about. But I’m so glad I came back and gave them a second go. The sushi was extremely good, fresh, and well prepared. Service was fantastic as well. Sake selection is on point. Not huge, but good quality. I like that they have a little picture guide at the place settings so you can figure out what the sushi bros have given you. Menu does a good job of explaining things as well for those who may not know all the proper sushi/sashimi names. The sushi rice was really well seasoned and the pieces were large. Hospitality was super as well! Really great experience and I highly recommend! Wish I had taken some photos, but I’ve already eaten everything up! Ordered the sushi and sashimi for 1 and aged tofu. Everything was excellent.”
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“Ti Amo Ti Amo! Loved everything from start to finish. We arrived at 830p and was worried because they close at 9p but the welcome was warm, the service throughout was fabulous - no one rushed us, they gave just the right amount of attention, the food was delicious and good proportions at reasonable prices. We had calamari, olive tapenade, flatbread, chicken masala, pizza, gnocchi. I wish we took pictures but we ate eagerly and there was nothing left. I did do a takeout order of tiramisu and snapped photo. Best tiramisu I've had in a long time. A must try if you're in Boise!”
“I don’t normally review places. This is an extremely good coffee shop. Very well balanced drinks and clever flavor combinations. Polite and friendly staff, the store is clean and well organized. Not a big selection of food but the focus here is their coffee which is excellent.”
“Creating the most delicious coffee is one thing. But having incredible, smart, kind women owners is even better! You have created such a beautiful and welcoming space to enjoy coffee and special connections with friends. Your shop is hands down my favorite, and my go-to recommendation to others.”
“Awesome place with great drinks and good food! The meatballs were tasty! Their drinks were not only beautiful but were smooth and great! The place was very clean and beautiful. Great for a date night and after work drinks. The employees there were friendly and helpful also. It’s always an even better experience when the staff is appreciable and well rounded!”
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“nice and smooth will order again”