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Places to Eat in Boise

From bagels and bakeries to steakhouses and sushi, here's where locals eat.

Breakfast

Janjou Pâtisserie

French pastries, macarons and espresso in a bright downtown shop.

Janjou Pâtisserie

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Good Times Bagels

Hand-rolled bagels baked fresh daily with creative spreads and sandwiches.

Good Times Bagels

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Certified Kitchen and Bakery

A neighborhood bakery with scratch-made pastries, sandwiches and coffee.

Certified Kitchen and Bakery

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Guru Donuts

Gourmet donuts with inventive flavors and locally sourced ingredients.

Guru Donuts

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Sunshine Spice Bakery

Globally inspired baked goods and breakfast plates in a cozy setting.

Sunshine Spice Bakery

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The Griddle

Classic American breakfast and brunch with generous portions.

The Griddle

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BACON Boise

Brunch cocktails, loaded Bloody Marys and a menu built around bacon.

BACON Boise

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Blue Bench Brunchette

Elevated brunch dishes in a relaxed, welcoming space.

Blue Bench Brunchette

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Diablo and Sons

A lively spot for breakfast tacos, burritos and morning cocktails.

Diablo and Sons

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à café

Espresso drinks and toasted sandwiches in a compact downtown cafe.

à café

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Goldy's Breakfast Bistro

A Boise staple for waffles, eggs and hearty breakfast plates.

Goldy's Breakfast Bistro

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Caffeina

Espresso, pastries and light bites in a warm neighborhood cafe.

Caffeina

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Poppy Seed Café

Fresh breakfast and lunch with house-baked breads and seasonal specials.

Poppy Seed Café

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High Note

A rooftop brunch spot with cocktails, small plates and city views.

High Note

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Red Feather Lounge

Upscale brunch in a lively downtown bar with a creative menu.

Red Feather Lounge

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Egg Mann and Earl

Casual breakfast sandwiches and coffee done right.

Egg Mann and Earl

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Lunch and Dinner

Kichii

Omakase and a la carte sushi in an intimate downtown setting.

Kichii

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The Avery and Tiner's Alley

A lively bar and restaurant in the heart of downtown Boise.

The Avery and Tiner's Alley

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Percy

Seasonal American cuisine with a thoughtful wine list.

Percy

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Wyld Child

Smash burgers, natural wines and a relaxed downtown vibe.

Wyld Child

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Diablo and Sons

Tacos, margaritas and a festive atmosphere on the Basque Block.

Diablo and Sons

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Funky Taco

Street tacos with bold flavors and fresh ingredients.

Funky Taco

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The Wylder

Wood-fired pizza and craft cocktails in a warm, rustic space.

The Wylder

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Red Bench Pizza

Neighborhood pizza with a rotating tap list and a welcoming patio.

Red Bench Pizza

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KIN

A chef-driven tasting menu spotlighting local and seasonal ingredients.

KIN

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Alyonka Russian Cuisine

Authentic Russian and Eastern European dishes in a cozy setting.

Alyonka Russian Cuisine

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Pho Nouveau

Vietnamese pho, banh mi and rice dishes made from scratch.

Pho Nouveau

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Casanova Pizzeria

Neapolitan-style pizza with house-made dough and local toppings.

Casanova Pizzeria

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Chandlers

Upscale surf and turf with an extensive wine cellar.

Chandlers

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Flying Pie Pizzeria

A Boise institution for hand-tossed pizza since 1978.

Flying Pie Pizzeria

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Das Alpenhaus Delikatessen

European-style deli sandwiches, charcuterie and imported goods.

Das Alpenhaus Delikatessen

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Kibrom's

Ethiopian and Eritrean sharing platters with house-made injera.

Kibrom's

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Luciano's Italian Restaurant

Classic Italian pasta, pizza and antipasti in a family-friendly setting.

Luciano's Italian Restaurant

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Barbacoa Grill

Argentinian-inspired steaks, seafood and cocktails.

Barbacoa Grill

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Black Moon

Pizza, pasta and wine in a relaxed neighborhood spot.

Black Moon

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13th Street Pub and Grill

Burgers, wings and cold beer in a casual pub setting.

13th Street Pub and Grill

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Trillium

Craft cocktails and elevated bar bites in a stylish downtown hotel.

Trillium

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Lemon Tree

Creative sandwiches, salads and soups in a colorful downtown space.

Lemon Tree

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Modern Bar and Restaurant

Modern American cuisine in a sleek hotel restaurant setting.

Modern Bar and Restaurant

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Red Feather Lounge

Refined seasonal cooking, wine and cocktails in an elegant downtown dining room.

Red Feather Lounge

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Terroir Bistro

A casual downtown bistro serving sandwiches, salads, fish and chips and other approachable dishes.

Terroir Bistro

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Baraboo Supper Club

Classic supper-club dining and cocktails inside Hotel Renegade.

Baraboo Supper Club

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Nahm Thai and Burmese Cuisine

Thai and Burmese dishes ranging from curries and noodles to soups and regional specialties.

Nahm Thai and Burmese Cuisine

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Coa de Jima

Mexican-inspired dishes, handcrafted cocktails and art-filled interiors.

Coa de Jima

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Thai Bistro

Thai dishes made with fresh ingredients and bold flavors in Southeast Boise.

Thai Bistro

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Madhuban Indian Cuisine

Indian curries, tandoori dishes, vegetarian specialties and traditional breads.

Madhuban Indian Cuisine

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Tavolata

Fresh pasta, Italian dishes, wine and cocktails on Boise's Basque Block.

Tavolata

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Acero

Charcuterie boards, small plates and wine in downtown Boise.

Acero

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Maggie Thai Kitchen

Vibrant Thai dishes made with traditional flavors and fresh ingredients.

Maggie Thai Kitchen

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Tango's

Argentine-style empanadas, sandwiches and quick casual meals.

Tango's

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Susina

European and American comfort food served in a welcoming neighborhood dining room.

Susina

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Rustica

Rustic Italian cooking with pasta, steaks and other hearty dishes in downtown Boise.

Rustica

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Hemlock

Steakhouse dishes, seafood and cocktails in downtown Boise.

Hemlock

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Corso Italian Steak

Italian steakhouse dining centered on prime cuts, pasta and classic sides.

Corso Italian Steak

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House of the Little Pig

A lively Barber Valley restaurant serving casual food and drinks in a neighborhood setting.

House of the Little Pig

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Rosa

Street tacos, burritos, frozen margaritas and other casual Mexican dishes.

Rosa

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Boise Fry Company

Burgers, fries and milkshakes with a focus on Idaho-grown potatoes.

Boise Fry Company

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Idaho Pizza Company

Pizza, pasta and calzones in a casual family-friendly setting.

Idaho Pizza Company

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The Lively

Refined seasonal cooking, wine and cocktails served in an elegant downtown dining room.

The Lively

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Terroir Bistro

A casual downtown bistro serving sandwiches, salads, fish and chips and other approachable dishes.

Terroir Bistro

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Smoky Mountain Pizzeria Grill

Smoky Mountain-style pizza with a rotating craft beer selection.

Smoky Mountain Pizzeria Grill

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Zen Bento

Vietnamese and Asian-inspired noodle bowls, rice dishes and bento boxes.

Zen Bento

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Tavern at Bown Crossing

A neighborhood bar and grill with comfort food and a welcoming patio.

Tavern at Bown Crossing

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Bittercreek Alehouse

Craft beer, pub food and a rotating tap list in a lively downtown alehouse.

Bittercreek Alehouse

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Dessert

Goody's Soda Fountain and Candy Store

Ice cream, fountain treats, handmade chocolates and candy in a classic Hyde Park shop.

Goody's Soda Fountain and Candy Store

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Negranti Creamery

Locally made sheep's-milk ice cream with rotating flavors and a naturally rich texture.

Negranti Creamery

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Chip Cookies

Warm gourmet cookies available for pickup or delivery.

Chip Cookies

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The STIL

Custom-crafted ice cream with creative flavors including several booze-infused options.

The STIL

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Stella's Ice Cream

Classic and seasonal ice-cream flavors with cones, bowls, floats and other frozen desserts.

Stella's Ice Cream

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Cravin's Candy Emporium

Gelato, vintage candy and nostalgic sweets in Boise's Bown Crossing neighborhood.

Cravin's Candy Emporium

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Insomnia Cookies

Warm cookies, brownies and ice-cream treats available for late-night delivery.

Insomnia Cookies

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Soft Landing

Soft serve and frozen desserts with creative toppings and seasonal combinations.

Soft Landing

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The Chocolat Bar

Fine handcrafted chocolates, truffles and gift boxes made in Boise.

The Chocolat Bar

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