Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Idaho

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Roundhouse

5.0

5 (759)

$31 to $50

European

Ketchum

About the restaurant

Join us at 7,700 feet, mid-way up Bald Mountain, for a spectacular and unique dining experience. With unrivalled views of the Pioneer and Boulder Mountains and accessible only by gondola, the Roundhouse Restaurant has been serving up memorable meals, soul-warming drinks, and stunning views since 1939. Whether you are joining us for a relaxing lunch by the fire or our signature 4-course prix fixe dinner, Roundhouse offers the authentic charm of historic Sun Valley with a spectacular on-mountain dining experience.

Reservations are recommended for lunch and required for dinner. Peak holiday dinner reservations from Dec. 20th-Jan. 4th require pre-payment and can be made by calling the Guest Center at (208) 622-2800. Dinner reservations include gondola access, while lunch reservations require the purchase of a lift ticket or foot traffic pass. Purchase day of at the ticket window or in advance by visiting www.sunvalley.com/tickets-passes.

Top review

HeatherVIP

Dined 2 days ago

One of the best parts of skiing Sun Valley is lunch at ROUNDHOUSE! Between the excellent service and the phenomenal views you can’t ask for more. Having said that don’t miss the Hagerman Smoked Trout Cake it is spectacular.

Apples Bar & Grill

4.9

4.9 (65)

$30 and under

Grill

Ketchum

About the restaurant

After years of owning both Apple's and Bigwood Grill, our family will be extending to year-round service. We will also be combining the communities' favorite fresh dishes of Bigwood Grill.

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Karl JohanVIP

Dined on Oct 4, 2024

It’s our favorite place in town! The food, the vibe, all of it

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.

Top review

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.

The Ram Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (892)

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

Sun Valley

About the restaurant

Sun Valley’s original restaurant, The Ram has been warming and welcoming diners since 1937. This rustic-yet-elegant dinner house has been recently modernized, while still preserving its historic charm. Pianist Larry Harshbarger brings a classic ambiance to the room with gentle melodies played on our resident baby grand piano. Travel back in time with the nightly “Heritage Menu”—a series of historic dishes such as pork tenderloin schnitzel, Hungarian goulash, and the famous Ram fondue—resurrected from the restaurant’s long and storied culinary tradition.

A credit card is required to hold your reservation. Should your plans change, please let us know at least 24 hours in advance. Last minute cancellations and no shows may be charged $25 per person.

Holiday reservations are not available online, but can be made by calling our guest center at 208.622.2800.

Top review

Lisa

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent experience at the Ram! The food was incredible, especially the fondue! Also the service was impeccable and you can tell the staff was perfectly trained!!! Highly recommend the Ram!!

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Popular dish

King Salmon

Popular dish

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Popular dish

Beef Tenderloin

Smokin' Fins | Idaho Falls

4.8

4.8 (180)

$30 and under

American

Idaho Falls

About the restaurant

Smokin Fins is a regional restaurant concept featuring a unique menu that blends ocean-fresh seafood, sushi and house smoked specialties such as prime rib and slow smoked pork. Smokin Fins truly is the food and beverage destination with something for everyone. Please note that we reserve a large portion of our restaurant for walk ins only, please contact us directly with any questions about availability.

Top review

Erik

Dined on Nov 20, 2024

Great steak and sushi rolls. Our waitress was excellent.

Sun Valley Club

4.8

4.8 (202)

$30 and under

American

Sun Valley

About the restaurant

Possibly Sun Valley's most popular lunch spot. The Sun Valley Club is open for guests and the public for both indoor and outdoor seating. Outside, our wraparound terrace features stunning views of Bald Mountain, Dollar Mountain, and the Trail Creek Golf Course, creating a one-of-a-kind al fresco dining experience in the summer. Inside, the restaurant and bar are surrounded by glass walls and river rock. A lively spot to watch golf or football on four large-screen TV's. Open daily from 11am to 3pm. Come and enjoy the view!

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KyleVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Prices raised too much since last visit. Chicken wings plain aren’t plain. Bring back the old wings please. Bartender Ian very good service.

3 Horse Ranch Vineyards

4.8

4.8 (543)

$30 and under

Winery

Eagle

About the restaurant

3 Horse Ranch Vineyards is located in the Eagle Foothills of the Snake River Valley AVA near Eagle, Idaho. In 2021, 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards built a new full production winery including under-ground barrel rooms and the Ranch House restaurant. The Ranch House is a unique experience featuring a scratch kitchen where you can enjoy casual dining and our beautiful Estate wines. Truly a destination.

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Sean

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

Incredible dining experience. Got our group of 8 in last minute & it was the most beautiful & incredible meal. Intimate setting, cozy with the fireplace, & just top notch. Lily was our server & she was incredible. Have always loved this restaurant & vineyard for lunch/brunch but dinner was next level. Thank you so much for the wonderful night.

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Experience

Private Wine Tasting

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.

CK's Real Food

4.7

4.7 (527)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Hailey

About the restaurant

CK’s our family owned business believes our business should be part of the solution and not part of the problem. We serve globally inspired food with an emphasis on seasonal and local ingredients. We recycle everything we can: metals, glass, paper and cardboard. Our used cooking oil goes to the local science teacher for his bio-fuel car. The vegetable scraps become compost for our garden. 15% of our energy is produced by our rooftop solar panels and solar hot water is on the way soon. Many of us commute to work on foot or by bike. Our food comes from several local farms and ranches and we purify our drinking water. Our goal is fresh healthy food that will feed your body and your soul.

Top review

Dined 3 days ago

Really enjoyed the food and they had a brilliant wine selection.

Tony's on the Lake

4.7

4.7 (872)

$31 to $50

Italian

Coeur d'Alene

About the restaurant

Tucked away on the east side of beautiful Lake Coeur D’Alene, Tony’s on the Lake offers incredible lake views with an amazing menu to match.

Our delectable menu changes with the seasons to provide you with the freshest, in-season ingredients. . From our pastas to our Ribeye and fish of the day, our fresh ingredients and special touch will keep you coming back for more.

Whether you join us for a weekday dinner or you’re celebrating a special occasion with us, our friendly staff and cozy ambiance fuse to create an unforgettable evening. Arrivederci!

Top review

JohnVIP

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

We have been to Tony's multiple times and each time it is a great and interesting experience.

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