Restaurants in Garden City

“Great food and prices. Have some specialty items you can't find elsewhere. Plus their Philly cheese steak is amazing!

September 2025:
Took home a spicy bite pizza and again was well worth it. We added chicken but honestly it doesn't need it.”

“I went with my friend for Happy Hour! The margarita I had was excellent! Well balanced flavor! I also had the meatballs as an appetizer. They were perfectly spicy, held together perfectly, size was perfect too! (Yes it does deserve to have 3 “perfect” descriptions). I can’t remember the name of the salad I had, but I told many people that it had a White Balsamic Dressing, it was light and bright, veggies were cool and crispy. I can’t wait to go back! 10/10 will have again!”

“Mi taqueria favorita!! The super burrito is absolutely epic, their salsas are fresh, and the employees are very nice. I’ve ordered both in person and on DoorDash and they always go a good job of reading the notes to make it exactly how you want it. Excellent Mexican restaurant”

“Had a wonderful wine tour! Everything was delicious and distinctly local. Beautiful spot on the Boise River, great service and a wide selection of wonderful wines. The food truck had awesome fish and chips and a bunch of interesting options I'd like to try on the future. Gerrod was so personable and knowledgeable! Definitely made the experience.”

“Good grief! This place was the best Uber eats discovery! Fell at the bottom of the list when looking for food and I took a chance. Was new name to me and the menu was simple to choose from. Even with the delivery, the fries were still crispy and the food flavorful! Went in on a Christmas eve date night to go round 2 and well worth it! Great beer selection, great food options, and the service was top notch! Down to suggestions, spot on flavors, and AWESOME customer service, I would happily not only recommend this place but venture here again next date night. Simple, good price, right vibe and excellent food!”

“Food was great and plentiful”

“We visited the location that wasn’t downtown and had the best service and some tasty ciders would definitely recommend”

“Everything was delicious! Best gyros I've ever had. Everyone in our party of 6 left full and satisfied. Spanakopita was wonderfully flaky and tasty.”

“Very high quality food and great taste. My first time going they forgot to send our app order to the kitchen. But they resolved it and gave it to us for free.

I have always been a fan of their food. My one complaint is it can get a little load and their isn't much sound treatment to help reduce the echo.”

“What a wonderful place to have dinner. Everything was excellent, the food, the service, the ambiance the entire experience. I ordered one of the specials, rock fish and I was so glad I did. It was cooked perfectly. The restaurant is cozy and has such good vibe. We will definitely return.”

“Loved the outdoor ambience with live music”

“Was my first time in today. First off, when walking in was greeted by the owner and as soon as I heard his accent I immediately went back to the sandwich shops my grandpa used to take me to in New Jersey. Second, this is the first shop that has made a Philly cheesesteak like they do in Philadelphia. 10 out of 10. I’m definitely going back there as soon as possible”

“Everything on the menu! Service is always great and the food is spot on and consistent!”

“Cool place! Great people and cold beer!”

“The Local ⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Local in Boise is “a neighborhood Eatery and Wine Pub, offering live music and rotating artists.” They also have a dog, friendly patio and a Dog menu. MW and I visited during Happy Hour, which is Monday through Friday from 3 PM to 5 PM. We ordered a mix of items off of the happy hour menu and the regular menu. We started with Hurricane Popcorn - A Hawaiian favorite - with Nori Furikaki and Japanese rice crackers. It was very flavorful and unlike any popcorn I’ve ever had before. This is a unique menu items The Local is known for. We ordered two side Caesar salads. I like that it had homemade croutons, but it needed a little more more dressing.  We shared an order of Carnitas Street Tacos, to which we added 1 extra taco. The pork was tender, but the tacos were pretty bland. We shared an order of Smash Sliders - 3 smash burgers using our own custom burger blend from Porterhouse in Eagle, with classic American cheese. They were tasty. Unfortunately, I forgot to get a photo! We shared two desserts: Berry Crisp - Blackberry cobbler topped with vanilla ice cream. The berry crisp was excellent! Crème Brûlée - Simple and delicious vanilla crème brulee. The crème brûlée was good, but not great. The texture wasn’t as creamy as it should’ve been. We visited early on a weekday, so we didn’t get to hear any live music, but we pretty much had the place to ourselves until towards the end of our visit. Overall, the food was good, but not great. However, they do have a bigger menu than most wine bars and they allow dogs on the patio. The Dog Menu looks excellent! The Local has a nice Wine Menu, as well as several local beers on tap. If you’re looking for a nice wine bar with a neighborhood pub vibe, The Local is worth considering. I would like to return and try their Pepe’s Famous Fish Tacos. The pictures of their flatbread look excellent too. * The Local is wheelchair accessible. Recommended!”

“I love this place! The staff is always welcoming and friendly. The atmosphere is clean, well laid out, and comfortable. By far the best part is the product. Organic coffee, organic milk, and they have raw milk as an option for just $1 more. I appreciate having a coffee option that is just as good, if not higher quality than what I can make in my own kitchen.
Thanks guys for doing the work to provide us with such a great place to go!”

“Everyone who works here is so awesome, amazing, friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and kind. My first time was yesterday (12/17) and today I stayed for hours just relaxing and enjoying the atmosphere. Definitely worth stopping in to check it out. You won’t regret it ☺️”

“SaCha Beef! ❤️. my favorite. Best Chinese in Boise”

“Wa happened upon this deliciousness by a quick search of Mexican restaurants near me while driving around. So glad we did!!!! Checked out the website and was pleased that it was family owned. Also reasonably priced. Came in and it’s totally adorable. Super friendly staff. Great food choices and DELICIOUS food at an excellent value! This is definitely our new go to Mexican place!”

“Had the pleasure of enjoying the food from Big K BBQ when they catered breakfasts and dinners at a 4 day event I was at with 150 campers on a the Lazy R Ranch - an amazing remote ranch near Sweet Idaho. The variety was incredible, every meal was on time, there was alway plenty of food, they had options for everyone, and above all it was absolutely delicious. It was not an easy spot to get to - no running to the store for something you forgot or ran out of - and planning it must have taken was admirable. Thanks Big K people for all the fabulous meals! Highly recommend.”

“Last night (July 24, 2025), our peaceful Idaho Israel Alliance meet-up at Push & Pour Coffee on S. Latah St. was disrupted by a group of aggressive anti-Israel agitators. Though we had notified the café in advance and were simply enjoying our first monthly gathering, these individuals showed up shouting hostile slogans—including “death to Israel,” “death to the IDF,” and “you aren’t welcome in Idaho”—while repeatedly trying to provoke a confrontation. Despite our calm and respectful conduct, the café employee asked our group—not the disruptors—to leave, stating, “We don’t support your cause and you aren't welcome here.” We complied without fuss. The agitators remained until Boise Police arrived and professionally trespassed them from the property. We’re sharing this because no one should be harassed or removed from a business for meeting peacefully—or for being Jewish, which is exactly what this felt like. We thank Boise PD for their respectful handling of the situation and remain committed to civil discourse, mutual respect, and the freedom to assemble.- IIA.”

“The best Pho in the valley. great owners that are friendly and know how to make fabulous food. Ask if they have some ribs when you go there they are amazing and with a taste.”

“Fun, decent food, cold inside tho 🥶🥶🥶”

“So glad Bruna is back! Great service and great food. highly recommend!”

“Todo muy rico excelente servicio al cliente 🫶🏻😘❤️ la comida deliciosa y las salsas tambien :) ! 10/10 😋”

“Great bands! Great food and drinks! Plenty of dance floor and tables.”

“I like this place because I've been going here for years, and even if it has been several months since going there, when I do, it feels like a little reunion. I know the bartender and a lot of the regulars. And, it's one of the few places left where you can smoke a cigarette, while having a drink.”

“We’ve been going there for many years and have loved it. The updated look and menus make the experience even more enjoyable.”

“Great tasting authentic meals! Great portion sizes for the price!”

“Ordered multiple coffees all of which were delicious 😋 also Cremosa yummy and a piece of banana bread..... all of it was Great and the staff was awesome”

“Went for the first time to attend a Jazz Society show. No food was served for this later show. The servers were all great and took great care of our party. The vibe was amazing and comfortable.”

“Amazing carnitas and tamales. Sweetest owners Pedro and Kathy.”

“I love Acme Bakeshop! Their sourdough bread is my favorite - fluffy and delicious. I frequently buy loaves at the Co-Op and they are always high quality. I have also gone through the bakery for their holiday orders and the process was easy with no issues for pick-up. Their ciabatta rolls and cranberry sourdough loaf are amazing seasonal items I love having at family gatherings during the holidays. I'm happy I get to support a local business that consistently bakes the best bread!”

“Good Coffee, Nice Barristas, and relaxing atmosphere.”

“finally a good Mexican restaurant since i moved to Idaho from San Diego.... great menu i loved the beans and my el pascal tacos very tasty, the tortilla soup very good and good chips and salsa... i will be a regular customer and highly recommend you try it out for yourself!”

“Awesome scenery! Awesome staff! Awesome food!!”

“We had nachos for an appetizer….covered in cheese wiz. Horrible!!! Sandbar your quality is lacking & using better ingredients & charging more would be good. Eww!!”

“Lovely place and outside garden lawn was especially nice especially for accompanying children. Nice selection of beer. Just 1 complaint: the bartendtress added in her own tip and didn't tell me (party of 2 people). I didn't know til I received the receipt on line. I got change from her to tip her in cash and she still didn't tell me. Not a big deal but I don't normally tip over 30% and I sure won't tip there again.”

“I got a fairly plain sub but my wife got this amazing hot roast beef on focaccia bread and chicken poblano potato soup. It was to die for! They also have fresh fruit, salad bar, and chips come with each order. Great fresh ingredients and friendly staff.”

“I have to say, I rarely stop by this Starbys but I'm happy I did today. Came in to grab a goodie for breakfast and a drink.

Walked in and saw a handful of beautiful baristas. I was instantly greeted! The sweet gal took my drink order. Today was another Pinterest inspired drink. I also grabbed a chocolate croissant.

These girls are on point. They got my drink made, my croissant a nice and toasty and they sent me out the door with a smile. Why can't all the Starbucks be kind and efficient like this one? This crew did a great job! I look forward to frequenting this location for my future drinks.”

“Bluesky Bagels is hands down the BEST hidden gem in town. Not only are the bagels fresh, soft, and ridiculously delicious, but the prices are unbeatable — where else can you snag two whole bags for around $3.50? 🤯 Every time I walk in, the place smells like heaven, the staff is friendly and welcoming, and I leave wondering why I ever bought bagels anywhere else. Honestly, grocery store bagels don’t even compare — these taste like they were made with actual love. 🥯💙 If you haven’t been here yet, do yourself a favor: stop what you’re doing and go. Your mornings (and your toaster) will thank you.”

“Friendly employees, food cooked right and everything was in the bag. Looked like they were understaffed but both employees who helped me didn't act irritated or grumpy. That's says a lot about them. We appreciate you!
I definitely recommend the Mocha Moolatte. Tastes like chocolate covered coffee beans”

“Our server Soni made our dinner experience fantastic. She went so above and beyond ensuring our visit was very happy and remarkable.
She served us before and is the reason we returned today.
Soni is the BEST”

“Just had great coffee with friends.”

“I wasn't expecting to have a 5 star meal however that's what we got. The food was very good and the service was even better. (Fish and Chips, Country Fried Steak and a Pie Shake) Thank you Michelle for your great Service.”