Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Boise

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Boise? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

ALAVITA

4.9

4.9 (2430)

$30 and under

Italian

Boise

About the restaurant

ÀLAVITA is all about fresh pasta and local ingredients—from Agnolotti to Tortellini to Garganelli, Linguini to Pappardelle—created freshly every day using Northwest flour and local eggs. A restaurant whose name means “to life,” (Well actually two words– ‘alla’ ‘vita’ –that we put together to create one) ÀLAVITA is a great place for celebrating life with good friends and family alike. We offer craft cocktails, open kitchen and a warm, welcoming setting in the heart of Downtown Boise.

Top review

Brandee

Dined 4 days ago

A most delightful dining experience and shall return to dine again.

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4.9

4.9 (610)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Boise

About the restaurant

Join us in our Wednesday through Saturday for our reservation-only five-course tasting menu, featuring a prix fixe meal with curated beverage pairings. The menu changes every five weeks and no course is ever repeated. The regular menu price is $115 per person, and the pairing is $40 per person. On Friday and Saturdays at 6:15 pm, we offer our standard menu, while the 9 pm service is known as Supper Club. Supper Club features an unpublished menu for $115, including beverage pairings.

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Karin

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

One of the best dining experiences Boise has to offer. A wonderful way to enjoy an evening

Peaceful Belly Farm

4.9

4.9 (546)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Caldwell

About the restaurant

Join us and our cider maker Clay Erskine and our head chef Josie Erskine, for an incredible culinary experience. Situated in the sunny slopes of Caldwell, Idaho, we offer unique farm-to-table cuisine. We grow 20 acres of 800+ varieties of fruits, vegetables, and flowers as well as working with numerous local family farms to make all of this possible. We believe land that produces food is sacred and the hands that raise food are blessed. Unforgettable cuisine and over 10 delectable hard apple ciders made right here on our farm. Join us on our farm overlooking the Owyhee Mountains for a sustainable, exhilarating experience you'll want to recreate over and over again.

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Mary

Dined on Nov 24, 2024

I had an incredible experience at Peaceful Belly. The farm-to Fork concept truly shines with seasonal dishes that burst with freshness. The cozy rustic atmosphere just adds to the charm.

Vintage 61 Wine Bar & Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (314)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Meridian

About the restaurant

CHRISTMAS EVE RESERVATIONS--PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT FOR AVAILABILITY

Don't forget to make your Special Event Reservations for the Holidays.
We now feature Black Canyon Ranch Elk and Brown Family Bison.

Wednesday & Thursday nights we offer Wine and Food Pairings that change each week. Please follow us on Instagram for details.
Music inside on Thursday and Saturday nights 630-830 pm. Please check out the Events page on our Website for specific performers.
Happy Hour Tuesday-Saturday---first two hours we are open.
Dinner is served until 8pm Tuesday-Thursday and until 9pm Friday and Saturday. Beverages are available until closing time or when the last person is "kicked out".

If you would like to make a reservation for 6 + please call the restaurant.

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Philip

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing dinner Halibut perfect as wine pairing Best staff and owners!

Ling & Louie's Asian Bar and Grill-Boise

4.8

4.8 (209)

$30 and under

Asian

Boise

About the restaurant

In addition to being voted "Boise's Best" Asian Fusion and Gluten Free Restaurant in 2024. Ling & Louie's Asian Bar and Grill offers a fun and unique dining experience, perfect for those seeking Modern Asian Cuisine with American Flair. Our chefs blend traditional Asian cooking techniques with innovative approaches to deliver bold, crave-worthy flavors inspired by Chinese, Thai, Japanese, and American cuisine. From wok-fired dishes to fusion-inspired favorites, there's something for every palate.

With a lively atmosphere, a creative bar menu, and friendly service, Ling & Louie's offers signature cocktails, craft beers, and hand-selected wines that perfectly complement our dishes. Whether you're joining us for Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour, or our exciting Weekend Brunch, Ling & Louie's redefines the expectations for an Asian restaurant experience.

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Daniel

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

Sushi was fresh and flavorful, lettuce wraps were amazing and the staff couldn’t be any friendlier.

TERROIR Bistro

4.8

4.8 (59)

$31 to $50

Comfort Food

Boise

About the restaurant

Enjoy seasonal sustainable cooking, from humanely raised farm ingredients

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Betsy

Dined 3 days ago

Wonderful classic bistro menu with a local twist using locally produced ingredients from nearby growers.

Anderson Reserve

4.7

4.7 (1499)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Boise

About the restaurant

Here at Anderson Reserve you can expect a unique one of a kind dining experience. Located inside a beautiful barn in Sweet Idaho you'll experience Fine Country Dining at its best. Built and managed by a family of butchers, the Anderson family is dedicated to continuing the family tradition of providing the highest quality of USDA Prime Dry Aged meats available. Come experience the most flavorful menu in Idaho paired with some of the finest wines and beers from Idaho and around the globe. Follow us on social media for menu and live music updates!

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Brandon

Dined 7 days ago

Was a great environment! The food was great we went for brunch so was limited! But we will definitely be back and gunna try dinner looking forward to it!

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Popular dish

Andersons Wedge Salad

Popular dish

Glazed Brussel Sprouts

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USDA Prime Filet Mignon

Fork - Boise

4.6

4.6 (4235)

$30 and under

American

Boise

About the restaurant

Fork - Boise offers cuisine inspired from the Northwest region using the finest and freshest locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Fork also offers hand-crafted cocktails, a large selection of regional beers and award winning wine list in a rustic yet very warm, welcoming setting. Fork is open for lunch and dinner daily and offers brunch Saturday and Sunday.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

The dining room was festive with holiday decor. Food was very fresh, creative and beautifully presented. Friendly and efficient service from our server, Dylan. Was a lovely experience for our family to celebrate before the holidays.

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Popular dish

House Salad

Popular dish

Tomato Basil Fondue & Grilled Cheese

Lucky Fins - Meridian

4.4

4.4 (285)

$30 and under

Seafood

Boise

About the restaurant

Welcome to Lucky Fins Grill | Meridian! Please note that we reserve a large portion of our restaurant for walk ins only, please contact us directly with any questions about availability.

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Dawn

Dined 1 day ago

We enjoyed our dinner after some Christmas shopping. The staff was very friendly! Thank you!

Acero Boards & Bottles

4.4

4.4 (278)

$30 and under

Italian

Boise

About the restaurant

Acero Bottles & Boards is now open!
Whether you're looking for your new favorite lunch spot, a special date night, or the best happy hour in town, Acero has you covered. Our specialities include our unique bruschetta boards, upscale flatbreads, and broad selection of craft cocktails, unique wines, and crisp draft beer. WIth a large selection of quality, shareable plates, there is something on the menu for everyone to enjoy.

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Kathleen

Dined 4 days ago

It was such a fun place to meet for a late lunch/happy hour. The ambiance was great, not too loud. The food and wine were good too.

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