restaurants
Breakfast
BIG CITY COFFEE
1416 W. Grove St., Boise
208 345 3145
What to expect:As local as it gets. Located in the Linen District on the west side of downtown. Great farm to table options. Healthy & yummy. PS-If you are looking for scrambled eggs & bacon this isn’t your spot, but maybe visit for coffee & a sweet treat. Casual… if you’re staying downtown don’t fear walking in your sneaks
BACON
121 N. 9th, Boise
208 387 3553
The name says it all. Known for their BACON and Bloody Mary’s (voted Boise’s Best several years in a row) enjoy everything from your traditional breakfast with a candied bacon side to a bacon lasagna. Vegans not apply. Great patio when the weather permits. Casual attire.
GOLDY'S
108 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise
208 345 4100
What to expect: A long line. You can leave your number and they will call you when your table is ready. It’s as downtown as it gets so you can explore downtown Boise while you wait. This is a Boise staple & a traditional breakfast eatery.
THE GRIDDLE
404 E. Parkcenter, Boise
208 297 7615
What to expect: A traditional breakfast eatery. You can typically get in within 30 minutes. Delicious food and priced better than Goldy’s. (Also Located in Meridian & Eagle)
LUNCH
BLEUBIRD
224 N. 10th St., Boise
208 345 1055
The husband and wife owners worked for years in a resort mountain town before moving to Boise and creating a healthy yet, mouth-watering menu of salads, soups and sandwiches. Expect a line out the door (but not more than a 10 minute wait) any weekday at noon. (Closed Sundays)
RIVER ROOM
201 S. Broadway Ave., Boise
208 287 4600
Tapas selection or you can buy food from the taco/pizza/smoothie/salad bar downstairs and then take it upstairs. Great local beverage selection of both wine and beer. Casual atmosphere with views of the foothills.
WILD ROOT CAFE
276 N. 8th St., Boise
208 856 8956
Fresh, local, amazing bread. Breakfast and lunch available! Coffee is incredible.
(Closed Sundays)
DINNER
SUSHI
Shige: 100 N. 8th Street, Suite 215, Boise
208 338 8423
Located in the center of downtown Boise, Idaho. Shige Cuisine serves up Boise’s finest Japanese cuisine with exciting dishes and unique ambiance. At Shige’s, every dish is created using only the freshest, finest ingredients. Casual.
TOTALLY BOISE
Bittercreek: 246 N. 8th St., Boise
208 429 6340
Craft beer, potato pizza, farm to table finds, popcorn with bacon and rosemary! Great local vibe and relaxed atmosphere. It is a hopping place most nights and has awesome outdoor seating as well as a huge selection of craft beer. Sit on the patio and take in 8th Street while you eat. Causal
ITALIAN
Luciano's: 11 N. Orchard St., Boise
208 577 6415
What to expect: A WAIT! Call ahead and get your name on the list. This is a Mom & Pop sit down hole-in-the-wall with the best Italian food in Idaho. Casual attire.
TOTALLY BOISE
Fork: 199 N. 8th St., Boise
208 287 1700
Farm to table is king here. A delicious mix of the unexpected here…like the childhood favorite grilled cheese turned into an adult app & paired with a delicious organic soup or their Tuesday night Chicken and Waffles special. You won’t be disappointed with anything you choose. On Sunday they feature a make-your-own Bloody Mary bar. Casual.
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