Quaint little restaurant with amazing food and amazing service! We ordered pizza and the Grey Goose pasta and it was so good. Everything came out so hot and fast! 10 out of 10!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kela Queen
Best meal we had in Ketchum! The food was delicious, the staff were all lovely and the outdoor atmosphere was everything we wanted on a warm summer night. We have a one year old and he loved being able to walk about the side yard. We were lucky to get in without a reservation around 7:30 but it really picked up around 8:30.
Kid-friendliness: The staff was all very accommodating. They placed us around the side where there were only 4 other tables. Spacious with gravel floors which out little guy loved. Safe and off the road which is a big plus for us.
We came in with high expectations. We made reservations weeks in advance knowing just how popular this place is.
The atmosphere, a tightly packed tent, was uncomfortable at first but we came to enjoy the buzz. The tables were very close together, more LA than intermountain west. Not romantic, more like a good place for a boomer double date or a hip California family dinner.
That said, the food was expensive and mediocre. I liked the Ukranian Dumplings! The salad was overdressed and not enjoyable. The ravioli was too rich and not very good. The pizza was boring and more like a flatbread.
We won't be back, especially considering how many other great restaurants Ketchum has to offer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Tom M
Comfort food well made & well run.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steve Peterson
One of our favorite things is to find a " mom & pop" restaurant that cares about the entire experience and then nails the execution. At Cookbook, you are greeted by the owners, who seat you, answer your questions about their restaurant/menu, then take your order, etc. Tonight, this was followed by a great cup of sausage and kale soup, bison ragu with brocholini for me, squash bolognese for my wife, then the seven layer cake which we shared. All of these (except the cake) were piping hot and made with fresh produce and proteins. As for the cake, it was wonderful and the perfect way to end a perfect dining experience. The family atmosphere reminded me of meals I've had in small family run places in Ferringdon(outside London), Milan, Grenoble, Angier, Seville, Toledo, Madrid, and Augsburg, etc... Felt old school European, including the pride of ownership and the simple ingredients prepared well. If you find yourself in Sun Valley area, give this place a go, but might want to make a reservation as Cookbook is pretty small and filled up quickly tonight.
Vegetarian options: Couple of options.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veda's Cake Slice
Michelle
This place was dead at 5:30ish on a Saturday. We walked in looking for a quick bite to eat. The person greeting us at the door acted like we were an inconvenience asking if we had reservations.Plenty of tables were open and apparently the next reservation was at 6pm.The waitress was nice enough, but she seemed very disappointed that we only wanted a small pizza. We didn't order drinks, alcohol, deserts, or pasta.It's incredibly disappointing because the pizza was great. Would love to see how they'd do a New York Slice.Unfortunately, the experience was so disappointing I would never go back. I have no idea how well this place does during peak season, but seems they'd do a lot better if they didn't act like it was a two or three star Michelin place.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 3
Christine Cox-Aubin
We celebrated my husband’s birthday tonight at Cookbook and it was amazing! Great experience. The owner greeted us and was so nice the service was excellent and the food was delicious. We can’t wait to go back. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Morgan Garey
The staff and food were top-notch! We were blown away by the delicious food, and how personable, accommodating & warm the owners and employees were! can’t wait to go back next time we are in Ketchum/Sun Valley.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Morgan Boydston
The staff and food were top-notch! We were blown away by the delicious food, and how personable, accommodating & warm the owners and employees were! can’t wait to go back next time we are in Ketchum/Sun Valley.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephanie Hunter
Wow! ? I travel here often for work and sometimes struggle to find fresh, delicious food in relaxing atmosphere. I passed by this place earlier in the day and thought I’m just going to try it before I get called for work. I had homemade pasta with chicken and pesto, beet and pomegranate spread and more. Loved every bite! Thank you for setting high standards for your fare.. I know many people like myself appreciate it greatly especially when you aren’t home ?
Nothing short of amazing.Worth the wait.Our highlight experience in Sun
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wild Mushroom Ravioli
Joshua Taylor
I love everything about this restaurant. The incredible Ukrainian dumplings. The cute couple that run this place. The amazing pizzas. We were here visiting for a bike race and stumbled upon this place and had such a great experience. We loved it so much we’re coming back before we leave.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ben Falkson
Highly recommended. Best dining experience I've had in Ketchum. Vita and Burke (the owners) are so friendly, conversational, and knowledgeable about every little detail of the menu (including the wine list). Cookbook boasts a comfortable, casual, welcoming ambience and fresh, delicious food made with quality ingredients.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amber Perkins
I really don't understand how this restaurant has such high reviews. The food was really expensive for the portion sizes and honestly some of the worst pasta my husband and I have ever had. We were seated near a bunch of families instead of the more intimate two people tables, and the wait staff seemed to be more concerned about their "wealthier" clients. We will not be coming back to this restaurant.
Samuel Jensen
Absolute gem in Ketchum. Amazing, friendly staff with a unique menu
Quaint little restaurant with amazing food and amazing service! We ordered pizza and the Grey Goose pasta and it was so good. Everything came out so hot and fast! 10 out of 10!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best meal we had in Ketchum! The food was delicious, the staff were all lovely and the outdoor atmosphere was everything we wanted on a warm summer night. We have a one year old and he loved being able to walk about the side yard. We were lucky to get in without a reservation around 7:30 but it really picked up around 8:30.
Kid-friendliness: The staff was all very accommodating. They placed us around the side where there were only 4 other tables. Spacious with gravel floors which out little guy loved. Safe and off the road which is a big plus for us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wild Mushroom Ravioli, Veda's Cake Slice, Watermelon Gazpacho
We came in with high expectations. We made reservations weeks in advance knowing just how popular this place is.
The atmosphere, a tightly packed tent, was uncomfortable at first but we came to enjoy the buzz. The tables were very close together, more LA than intermountain west. Not romantic, more like a good place for a boomer double date or a hip California family dinner.
That said, the food was expensive and mediocre. I liked the Ukranian Dumplings! The salad was overdressed and not enjoyable. The ravioli was too rich and not very good. The pizza was boring and more like a flatbread.
We won't be back, especially considering how many other great restaurants Ketchum has to offer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Comfort food well made & well run.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of our favorite things is to find a " mom & pop" restaurant that cares about the entire experience and then nails the execution. At Cookbook, you are greeted by the owners, who seat you, answer your questions about their restaurant/menu, then take your order, etc. Tonight, this was followed by a great cup of sausage and kale soup, bison ragu with brocholini for me, squash bolognese for my wife, then the seven layer cake which we shared. All of these (except the cake) were piping hot and made with fresh produce and proteins. As for the cake, it was wonderful and the perfect way to end a perfect dining experience. The family atmosphere reminded me of meals I've had in small family run places in Ferringdon(outside London), Milan, Grenoble, Angier, Seville, Toledo, Madrid, and Augsburg, etc... Felt old school European, including the pride of ownership and the simple ingredients prepared well. If you find yourself in Sun Valley area, give this place a go, but might want to make a reservation as Cookbook is pretty small and filled up quickly tonight.
Vegetarian options: Couple of options.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veda's Cake Slice
This place was dead at 5:30ish on a Saturday. We walked in looking for a quick bite to eat. The person greeting us at the door acted like we were an inconvenience asking if we had reservations.Plenty of tables were open and apparently the next reservation was at 6pm.The waitress was nice enough, but she seemed very disappointed that we only wanted a small pizza. We didn't order drinks, alcohol, deserts, or pasta.It's incredibly disappointing because the pizza was great. Would love to see how they'd do a New York Slice.Unfortunately, the experience was so disappointing I would never go back. I have no idea how well this place does during peak season, but seems they'd do a lot better if they didn't act like it was a two or three star Michelin place.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 3
We celebrated my husband’s birthday tonight at Cookbook and it was amazing! Great experience. The owner greeted us and was so nice the service was excellent and the food was delicious. We can’t wait to go back. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The staff and food were top-notch! We were blown away by the delicious food, and how personable, accommodating & warm the owners and employees were! can’t wait to go back next time we are in Ketchum/Sun Valley.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The staff and food were top-notch! We were blown away by the delicious food, and how personable, accommodating & warm the owners and employees were! can’t wait to go back next time we are in Ketchum/Sun Valley.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow! ? I travel here often for work and sometimes struggle to find fresh, delicious food in relaxing atmosphere. I passed by this place earlier in the day and thought I’m just going to try it before I get called for work. I had homemade pasta with chicken and pesto, beet and pomegranate spread and more. Loved every bite! Thank you for setting high standards for your fare.. I know many people like myself appreciate it greatly especially when you aren’t home ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Nothing short of amazing.Worth the wait.Our highlight experience in Sun
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wild Mushroom Ravioli
I love everything about this restaurant. The incredible Ukrainian dumplings. The cute couple that run this place. The amazing pizzas. We were here visiting for a bike race and stumbled upon this place and had such a great experience. We loved it so much we’re coming back before we leave.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Highly recommended. Best dining experience I've had in Ketchum. Vita and Burke (the owners) are so friendly, conversational, and knowledgeable about every little detail of the menu (including the wine list). Cookbook boasts a comfortable, casual, welcoming ambience and fresh, delicious food made with quality ingredients.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really don't understand how this restaurant has such high reviews. The food was really expensive for the portion sizes and honestly some of the worst pasta my husband and I have ever had. We were seated near a bunch of families instead of the more intimate two people tables, and the wait staff seemed to be more concerned about their "wealthier" clients. We will not be coming back to this restaurant.
Absolute gem in Ketchum. Amazing, friendly staff with a unique menu
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