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 Downtown patio dining |
999 Main Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 342 4900 |
Serving an American-international menu since 1981, this downtown eatery attracts businesspeople on the power lunch prowl, as well as couples looking for a romantic night on the town. An inviting patio, perfect for warm summer nights, invites passersby to stop in and allows diners to enjoy people watching. Specials change daily and usually include grilled chicken and pasta dishes. The Cantonese Chicken Salad and Cajun Carpetbagger Steak are among local favorites. The decor and menu, however, change often. The lounge features carefully selected wine lists, microbrews, cocktails, and cigars. Angell's also offers banquet facilities and musical entertainment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dining in rustic Italy |
3423 North Cole Road (Cole Village) Boise, ID 83704 United States +1 208 323 1469 |
Follow the locals to this Mediterranean restaurant, which offers friendly service and Italian dishes with a twist. Leaving Boise for a few hours, you are taken to the small Italian town that the restaurant is named for and the birthplace of Asiago cheese. The vineyard-influenced restaurant offers fresh pasta and a choice of about 15 sauces. Specialties include fish dishes and the salads are huge. Complementing your meal is a long list of wines and microbrews, or you can enjoy an after-dinner espresso. A banquet room is also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Grab a tray and go |
801 Main Street (Eighth and Main streets) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 342 3456 |
One of the city's favorite downtown cafes, this eatery has pleased palates for years. Slow-roasted meats, hand-kneaded bread baked in brick-lined ovens and old-fashioned milkshakes are among the popular choices. Don't let the tray fool you into thinking about junior high school cafeteria food, either. Its selections, such as the Louisiana Cajun Gumbo, Beanery Club and Apple Bread Pudding with Bourbon Walnut Sauce, are not only edible, but enjoyable too! Patio and indoor seating are available. The eatery is adjacent to the Boise Center on the Grove, Boise's brick-covered plaza. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Travel to the Middle East |
211 North Eighth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 381 0222 http://www.cazba.com/ |
Puffy clouds adorn the ceiling, while columns and arches add to the otherworldly feeling. This Middle Eastern restaurant knows how to please its customers. Portions are generous and delicious, and the waiters are attentive whether you are seated inside or on the patio. Meals begin with pita bread and Hummus or Tabbouleh. Entrees include Dolmades; grape leaves filled with a lamb and rice mixture and seasoned to perfection. Other favorites are the Gyros Platter, Moussaka and Spanakopita. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dining with tree-filled views |
913 West River Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 333 9800 http://www.cottonwoodgrille.com |
From the white linen to the floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, this downtown restaurant promises an exceptional dining experience. Delivering elegant yet comfortable furnishings, the conveniently located restaurant offers a menu specializing in contemporary American dishes. Fresh Idaho trout and prime beef from J.R. Simplot Company, a local supplier, are among the specialties. The lunch menu includes delicacies such as Chilled Smoked Idaho Trout Filet and an assortment of soups, salads, sandwiches and pastas, including Rigatoni with Fresh Sausage. Begin your dinner with an appetizer such as Spicy Marinated Eggplant or Steamers. A full complement of wines and other beverages are offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nationally-acclaimed cuisine |
750 West Idaho Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 333 8400 |
Where can you find a chef influenced by 1800s cookbooks with a background in mess hall cooking? This simple yet elegant restaurant offers just that chef, and the cuisine matches his original background. Oversized plates frame main entrees such as Duck Gumbo, Charbroiled Beef and Grilled Lamb Chops. Jazzy tunes drift from the restaurant, housed in the historic Union Block Building, and careful training is evident in the attentive waiters that serve your meal with a flourish. A full-service bar is also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian eatery at the Grove Hotel |
245 South Capitol Boulevard Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 333 8000 |
Cherry wood highlights the decor of this northern Italian restaurant, located in the lobby of the Grove Hotel (The), A Coast Hotel. Perfect for diners attending events at the QWest Arena or other nightlife offerings, the restaurant features Rainbow Trout Encrusted with Pine Nuts or Pollo Alla Cacciatore. It offers a large wine and beer list and a complete bar. If you still have room, try one of the homemade waffle cones with ice cream or a hot berry cobbler. Service is prompt and polite, including a valet service. Impressed diners should return for an equally delectable breakfast or lunch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boise pizza tradition |
4320 West State Street Boise, ID 83703 United States +1 208 384 0000 / +1 208 376 3454 http://www.flyingpie.com |
Serving specialty pizzas, this funky little joint has become a Boise tradition. The list of pizza choices seems endless, from traditional pies like the Contest Combo with pepperoni, sausage, olives and mushrooms, to the nontraditional, such as the Acapulco Verde with black bean sauce, onions, tomatillo sauce and tomatoes. There are even pesto pizzas, chicken pizzas and vegetarian pizzas. Side orders include salads and bread sticks. A wide selection of beverages is available, from wine coolers and beer to soft drinks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant dining tradition |
1109 Main Street Owyhee Plaza Hotel Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 343 4611 http://www.owyheeplaza.com |
This elegant Boise landmark makes everyone feel at home from teens with prom night jitters to suave businesspeople cutting deals over drinks. Located in the historic Owyhee Plaza Hotel, the restaurant serves international specialties with grace and style. Chandeliers cast light on colorful paintings, while waiters prepare tableside delicacies such as Steak Diane, Pepper Steak Filet and Shrimp Scampi. The Lounge sets the perfect atmosphere for intimate conversation. Nightly live music completes the sophisticated package. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Worth the wait for breakfast |
108 South Capitol Boulevard Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 345 4100 |
The first weekend this restaurant opened the lines wrapped around the block. This could have something to do with the small seating area, but is more about the great breakfast dining experience. Diners should plan for a wait, especially on weekend mornings, but it is worth it. The breakfast menu features a create-your-own-breakfast combo with your choice of meats, breads and potatoes to add to your eggs, the Hollandaise is to die for. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Western-style food--lock, stock & barrel |
4705 Emerald Street Boise, ID 83706 United States +1 208 336 4266 http://www.lockstockandbarrel.... |
This restaurant is locally famous for its prime rib. Diners will also want to try the delicious hand-carved steak, seafood, fresh fish and all-you-can-eat salad bar. Choose from 30 imported beers, or make a selection from the wine bar. Soft lighting enhances the pictures on the wall, while Old West accents and wooden furnishings set the stage for a ranch style atmosphere. Entertainment is offered Tuesday through Sunday evening. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Idaho Italian tradition |
620 West Idaho Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 5200 |
In the restaurant business for 35 years, the Mallane family has cooked up Italian food for generations of Idahoans. The original Ketchum location became a tradition, and the Boise restaurant is taking over that reputation. The brick-walled restaurant, located in downtown Boise, knows how to please a hearty appetite as well as the pocketbook. All of the traditional dishes are here, from pizza to Veal Parmesan, and diners can also select big family-style dinners. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dining for the art-starved |
500 West Main Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 338 5006 |
Diners enjoy an artistic atmosphere in this small cafe, owned by former dancers with Ballet Idaho. Featuring a rotating display of paintings and sculptures, the colorful eatery offers artist-inspired sandwiches, like the Giacometti, a mixture of turkey, Gouda cheese, lettuce and onion. Appetizers include sampling platters and the Painters Palates, which feature delicacies such as Brie, blackberries and mushrooms. The wine list is generous, and the wait staff is helpful with its suggestions. Saturday nights bring live entertainment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary French-style bistro |
1520 North 13th Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 331 9855 |
This outgrowth of the original Richard's Bakery and Cafe, which, not surprisingly, is right across the street, is located in quaint Hyde Park, a village within the city of Boise. The restaurant features original and unusual contemporary French bistro-style dishes. The restaurant's decor is open and friendly with patio dining also available. The desserts feature tempting and magnificent French pastries, don't pass up the dessert tray. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Sidle up to the sushi bar |
100 North Eighth Street (Suite 215) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 338 8423 |
A slice of Japan has landed in downtown Boise. Cowboys now sidle up to the sushi bar for a California roll and wide array of sushi delicacies. This authentic Japanese restaurant, decorated with delicate Asian touches, serves tasty lunches and dinners. Diners feast on sashimi and teriyaki while enjoying a selection of beverages, both Japanese and American. The restaurant's catering service brings a touch of Japan to special events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular Asian eatery |
305 North Ninth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 384 0384 |
Dishing up Mandarin delicacies for more than 14 years, this casual restaurant has been voted the 'best Asian food' in Boise by local newspaper readers. Diners select from specialties such as Bao Dumplings, egg rolls or Dry-Cooked Beans. While waiting for their food, customers enjoy the aroma of simmering sauces in this friendly restaurant. Although Mandarin cuisine is the emphasis, there are also Szechuan and Hunan selections. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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