Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Boise

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Updated December 05, 2024

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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 Supper Club features an unpublished menu for $115, including beverage pairings.

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David

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

This is a special restaurant for Boise. It is as much art as dining. The creativity of the dishes, both in terms of their content and presentation is remarkable. So much thought and work must go into each menu… it’s a great experience worth the splurge. Highly recommend it.

Chandlers Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (5341)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Boise

About the restaurant

Chandler’s is a locally-owned, upscale dinner house specializing in prime steaks and jet-fresh seafood located in Hotel 43 in beautiful downtown Boise. Enjoy a craft cocktail, including the famous Ten Minute Martini, or a glass from our award-winning wine list. Featuring live jazz every night and complimentary valet parking. Chandlers is the recipient of the DiRona award which recognizes distinguished restaurants of North America and is the Treasure Valley's only Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Restaurant. The wine list features over 700 selections and 30 wines by the glass, and we have been recognized by Wine Spectator for our wine list every year, including four consecutive years earning the Best Award of Excellence.
***Construction Update***
Road work has resumed, restricting access to Chandlers from Grove and 10th. We will continue to provide complimentary valet service, accessible via 10th from Front St. The Parking Garage will remain open if you prefer to self park.

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Raul

Dined 3 days ago

We’ve been dining at Chandlers for 5 years now. It is every bit as outstanding as it was the first time we were here. That speaks volumes! We will be clients forever. Food quality, cocktails quality, service quality, entertainment quality are unmatched. You pay for what you get as the saying goes. Chandlers is worth the value!

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Popular dish

classic chocolate soufflé

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Boise

4.8

4.8 (1850)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Boise

About the restaurant

Start your evening the Ruth’s Chris way – over a mouth-watering filet. Sit back and enjoy the most tender, extra-thick, hand-cut Steak you’ve ever tasted - served "sizzling" in butter on a 500 degree plate. Our extensive a la carte menu features fresh seafood, a variety of vegetable dishes, and delicious Idaho potato selections. Our menu is expertly paired with our award-winning wine list. Enjoy our warm, elegant atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris genuine hospitality. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining in our state-of-the-art media equipped rooms is one call away. Happy Hour is available in our bar area only, and reservations are not accepted. Happy Hour is all open seating and seating may be limited or unavailable based on evening dinner reservations. Please call us if you have any questions regarding Happy Hour.
Ruth's Chris Steak House- Boise is independently owned and locally operated. We look forward to serving you soon!

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Lori

Dined 1 day ago

Great place for a birthday dinner! Service was excellent.

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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.

The Melting Pot - Boise

4.7

4.7 (1074)

$50 and over

Fondue

Boise

About the restaurant

At the Melting Pot we specialize in fun and interactive four-course fondue dinners, great for every occasion. The fondue experience begins with a savory cheese fondue prepared tableside, followed by your choice of fresh salad. For the main event, choose from a wide variety of tantalizing meats, seafood, and fresh vegetables, certain to please even the most particular of palates. Then cook them tableside in one of our savory broths or even in traditional oil. All of our entrée selections are paired with our famous house dipping sauces, including the garden fresh green goddess, our sweet teriyaki glaze, and the tangy ginger plum sauce. And just when you think it couldn't get better, the grand finale: a choice of decadent chocolate fondues presented with a platter of sweet bits for dipping.

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monte

Dined 5 days ago

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at the Melting Pot in Boise. We were impressed with the level of service we received, in particular, the manager, Brett recognized there was a large Christmas party near us, and took the initiative to move us to a quieter location, and checked on us throughout the evening. Our server, Ashley, was equally attentive throughout the night and made our experience wonderful!

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♥️ Deluxe Lover's Experience

Experience

🫕New Year's Eve Gold Experience

Experience

✨New Year's Eve Diamond Experience

Roghani's Restaurant at Chateau des Fleurs

4.7

4.7 (797)

$31 to $50

French

Eagle

About the restaurant

Roghani’s Restaurant at Chateau des Fleurs draws upon flavor profiles from around the world: focusing on old-world traditional French and European cuisine, with subtle Eastern and Persian influences. All food served in our restaurant is made from scratch in our kitchen using locally sourced Idaho produce whenever possible. Fresh dining and an artful ambiance make Roghani's a truly one-of-a-kind, well-rounded dining experience that will continue to enthrall you long after the last bite.

Enjoy our house wine from our family's private wine label, Roghani Vineyards (Snake River Valley) or allow staff to suggest one of our hand-selected wines from around the world.

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Taryn

Dined 1 day ago

My fourth time for tea. This time I brought my husband. Everything was beautiful, delicious and a great memory. I love this place!!

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Popular dish

Love and Passion Chicken Marsala

4.7

4.7 (1841)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Boise

About the restaurant

Welcome to Anthony's - Boise! Family-owned and operated, we are excited to bring our fresh, local seafood to the Boise community! Anthony's is committed to fresh Northwest seafood paired with local produce, Northwest wines, and microbrews. Our wonderful product is sourced directly from our own Seafood Company who works hard to source the freshest fish and shellfish available! We are located in the Simplot building in Downtown Boise and feature gorgeous custom décor, private dining spaces, and a cozy lounge.

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Melanie

Dined 1 day ago

The menu is not as advertised on the website. It’s very limited on the weekends with few seafood options. But the options they do have are delicious and it’s a great place to take older guests since it’s quiet for the hard of hearing. Hope they stay open for lunch - we were the only ones there!

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Kyoto Sushi & Japanese Steakhouse

4.7

4.7 (244)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Boise

About the restaurant

Kyoto has become Treasure Valley's favorite Teppanyaki/Hibachi and Sushi restaurant for over 30 years. The chefs demonstrate their skills while cooking from-scratch meals for you table-side and the staff make you feel right at home. Come join us in our new beautifully remodeled restaurant.

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Maitland

Dined 7 days ago

Everything about our experience was tops! Food, chef, and atmosphere were great! Can’t wait to go back!

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Experience

All You Can Eat Sushi

Experience

Hibachi - Tableside Chef Dinner

The Lively

4.5

4.5 (552)

$31 to $50

American

Boise

About the restaurant

Located just blocks from the Capitol Building, we'll welcome you with graceful, genuine hospitality into our home. Our culinary experience draws its inspiration from the bounty of the region. Our classic cocktails are sophisticated and our craft cocktails are beguiling. Our hope is simple- to invite you again and again to eat, drink and be lively.

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Mark

Dined 1 day ago

Best newer restaurant I have been to in Boise for a long time. Impressive experience from start to end, might be the only place in Boise that is not trying to turn a table quickly, you’re able to take your time and enjoy. Tables were nicely spaced, felt cozy and quiet even though the space is fairly large. Food was top notch, made me want to go back and try some of their more adventurous starters. Great to see a place like this in Boise that is seemingly thriving and can’t wait to return.

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Experience

Winter Wonderland High Tea

Experience

Christmas Eve Menu

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