Boise Weekly Menu Guide by Boise Weekly

A delicious combination of ambiance and aﬀordability. At Bardenay, we believe the art of mixology goes beyond our innovative, hand-crafted cocktails. It combines our ﬁnest liquor, beer and wine selections with casual northwest cuisine, all best enjoyed with a splash of conversation.

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$—less than $8 $$—8 to $14 $$$—$14 to $20 $$$$—over $20 *Superb Sushi—Superb sushi at a superb price. 2594 Bogus Basin Rd., 208-3423385. 2053 Fairview Ave., 208-884-8511. 280 N. Eighth St. #104, 208-385-0123. $-$$ P SU OM.

Crescent No Lawyers Bar/Grill—Lawyers be damned at this popular bar, restaurant and game-lovers’ paradise. Famous for their Lawyer Fries, burgers, chicken sandwiches and a most diggable French Connection sandwich. 5500 W. Franklin Rd., 208-322-9856. $ P SU OM .

Pubs & Breweries atmospheric, cavernous interior (with visible distillery) and huge patio is the place to eat, drink and be seen downtown. 610 Grove St., 208-426-0538. 155 E. Riverside Dr., 208-938-5093. P SU OM. $-$$

Apple-style gourmet pie for pizza lovers. Get adventurous with some tasty things you’re not used to seeing on a pizza menu. 2594 Bogus Basin Rd., 208-387-4992. $-$$ P SU OM.

based franchise of New York delicatessens provides sandwich fans with New York style hot and cold deli sands. 8151 W. Fairview Ave., 208377-4376. 401 S. Eighth St., OM. 208-338-7827. $

Sample the international flavors of Hawaii with pupus, sushi, sandwiches and satays. Mac salad, anyone? 2170 Broadway Ave., 208-429P SU OM. 6800. $$-$$$

Diners

Happy Fish Sushi & Martini Bar—With a wide

Addie’s—Three things make

a place a diner: large portions, cheap prices and a server who refills your coffee cup without even asking first. That’s Addie’s. 507 W. Main St., 208P SU . 388-1198. $-$$

beer, a smoke and a meal? Jumpin’ Janet’s is one of the few places left in town where you can do all three. But here’s the real draw for you health conscious out there: you won’t find a deep fryer in the kitchen at Jumpin’ Janet’s, it’s all baked. Loves it. 572 S. Vista Ave., 208-342-7620. $ SU.

Ono Hawaiian Cafe—

Jenny’s Lunch Line—Jenny’s menu, which changes daily, always features fresh soups, salads and sandwiches. Vegetarian and healthy options are the mainstay with a single yummy dessert treat. 106 N. Sixth St., 208-433-0092. $-$$ P OM.

serves it up fresh, pesticide-free and, soon, grown by local refugee farmers. Whether you’re into fluffy, icing-dripping cupcakes and soy latte’s or seared ahi tuna and a cold sav blanc, Dream Cafe lets you feel good about feeling good. 3110 S. Bown Way, 208-338-6632. P SU OM . $-$$

The list of respectable establishments in which you can find a chili dog is no foot long. Indeed you can get one at 20th Century Lanes, but you can also get a family feeding of sliders and fries, Idaho’s ubiquitous food (fingersteaks), and—believe it or not—breakfast. 4712 W. State St., 208-342-8695. $ . SU OM

The food and ambience here share a terrific, tasteful symbiotic relationship. Inside, it’s like a big hunting lodge; outside, it’s watching the world go by on the Greenbelt. 913 W. River St., 208-333RES P SU OM 9800. $$$-$$$$ .

restaurant applies five-star hospitality in the dining room as well as it does as the front desk. 245 S. Capitol Blvd., 208-333-8002. $$$-$$$$ . RES SU OM

*Mazzah—Gyros,

South of the Border Cafe Ole—Boise’s original

Mexican restaurant has been serving for the last 28 years. 404 S. Eighth St., 208-344-3222. 210 N. Milwaukee St., 208-322-0222. P SU OM. $$-$$$

Argentinian Tango’s—Empanadas: an

exotic word that roughly translates to “to-die-for two-dollar treat.” At Tango’s you can get your empanadas traditional, fusion or sweet. 701 N. Orchard St., 208-322-3090; delivery 1-866-996-8624. $ OM.

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Pad Thai House—Behind the drawn bamboo blinds at this Thai/Chinese joint off Five Mile and Overland, a bevy of galangal, Thai basil and crushed peanuts beckons. 1473 S. Five Mile, SU 208-375-6014. $$ OM.

Madhuban—A daily

19 Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern hummus, falafel and baklava on the quick. 1772 W. State St., 208-333-2566. 404 E. Park Center Blvd., 208-333-2223. P SU OM. $-$$

Indian

Lock, Stock & Barrel—A Boise staple featuring some of the most well-reputed steaks and prime in town. Known for its salad bar and thick-cut steaks. 1100 W. Jefferson, 208-336-4266. SU OM. $$-$$$

Along with their own lines of herbal and organic teas and herbal medicines, Shangri-La Tea Room offers a basic menu of vegan and vegetarian offerings. 1800 W. Overland Rd., 208-424-0273. $$.

Thai & Vietnamese

Cool Hand Luke’s—An

Shangri-La Tea Room—

Steak & Seafood extensive selection of steaks, chicken and seafood, all with a Western, down-home twist. Choose from several dining rooms or pull up a stool in the bar. 622 W. Idaho St., 208-287-3296. 291 E. Shore Dr. Ste. 101, Eagle, 208-939-5860. $$-$$$ P SU OM.

The market’s shelves are stocked with Basque food and wine (and you’ll find take-and-bake croquettas in the cooler), but there’s also a small cafe space for lunch. 608 W. Grove St., OM. 208-433-1208. $

Vegetarian

Emilio’s—This hotel

20th Century Lanes—

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Thunder Mountain Line—The red train chugs from Horseshoe Bend to various locations north and back every weekend. Catering is always courtesy of the very popular Kanak Attack, and all evening rides feature a meal appropriate to the ride’s theme. For more information, call 208-331-1184 or visit www.thundermountainline.com.

Cottonwood Grille—

Bungalow Restaurant and Lounge—Enjoy a light lunch on the corner Hyde Park patio or class it up with drinks and a good dinner. 1520 N. 13th St., P SU 208-331-9855. $$-$$$ . OM

The Basque Market—

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Jumpin’ Janet’s—Need a

*Gandolfo’s—The Georgia

Japanese array of sushi rolls, sashimi and more—including several creative vegetarian options— and perhaps an even wider array of cocktails. 855 Broad P St. 208-343-4810. $$$ SU OM.

Lucky 13 Pizza—It’s where the best-named pizzas and sandwiches on the planet are found. 3662 S. Eckert Rd., P SU 208-344-6967. $ OM.

features Northwest favorites served up with a twist like portobello sticks and sweet potato fries. 2273 S. Vista Ave., Ste 150, 208-343-5544. $-$$ P OM.

Dream Cafe—Dream Cafe

Delis

*Piper Pub & Grill— Perched high on Eighth Street with a wraparound patio, “the Piper” serves up creative pub fare. Known for its Scotch Club, the Piper has been the place for drinkers with a finely tuned palate for many moons. 150 N. Eighth St., 208-343-2444. $-$$ P SU OM.

There’s nothing like a slice (or three) of Guido’s New York-style pizza for lunch. The giant pies are inexpensive and addictive. 235 N. Fifth St., 208-3459011. 12375 Chinden, 208SU OM. 376-1008. $

*Lulu’s Fine Pizza—Big

Highlands Hollow Brewhouse—Whether it’s the appetizers (Monty’s Hummus), the entrees (Mess-O-Chops) or the burgers and sands (Black Bean Chili Burger), stopping in at Highlands Hollow after skiing or hiking is always a great idea. The Hollow brews some of the best handcrafted ales in town. 2455 Harrison Hollow, P 208-343-6820. $-$$ SU OM.

Guido’s Original New York Style Pizza—

Ha’Penny Bridge Irish Pub—Specialty and pan-roasted turkey sandwiches and burgers dominate the menu, but Corned beef and cabbage and Irish stew stand proud among a longer list of more international offerings like pierogies and chicken parmesan. 855 Broad St., 208-343-5568. $-$$ P SU OM.

Lovingly called the Beanery by longtime patrons, this Grove hot spot with everything homemade has some of the best comfort food around. 801 N. Main St., 208-342-3456. $ P SU OM.

Basque

*Willowcreek Grill—The extensive menu

Brick Oven Bistro—

Pizza

Bardenay—The

Richard Langston and Steve Rhodes serve up fresh and innovative foods with a variety of pastas and entrees that run the gamut from braised lamb shanks to cioppino. 808 W. Fort St., 208-472-1463. $-$$$ RES P OM.

American

RAW—Striving for sushi art in a comfortably atmosphere RAW is a welcome addition to the Japanese food restaurant family in Boise. 2273 Vista Ave., 208-343-0270. $-$$ P OM.

European

Cafe Vicino—Chefs

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lunch buffet and a huge menu including all the favorites. You’re gonna love the curry. A great place for vegetarians. 6930 W. State St., 208-853-8215. $-$$ SU OM.

Chinese Yen Ching—Good Chinese food at a decent price, with all the usual favorites one looks for in a menu, and then some. This is one of Boise’s favorite Chinese restaurants. 305 N. Ninth St., 208-384-0384. $-$$ P SU OM.

Other Capital City Public Market—The weekly downtown gathering is a veritable feast without the menu. Order up a half-dozen of those mini donuts for breakfast and then get all your fresh produce for dinner. Enjoy a savory crepe for lunch and maybe indulge with a cupcake or a bag of kettle corn to finish off your trip. Saturdays starting April 18, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Eighth Street between Bannock and the Grove.

CarryOut-Cab—Get more

than pizza delivered to your door. Choose from over 25 Boise and Meridian area restaurants. Call Carry Out-Cab and they’ll take care of the rest. 208-573-2232, SU. carryout-cab.com.

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Come & experience summer at the pub.

2nd story patio overlooking downtown Boise  Upscale pub entrees  Daily lunch specials  Best happy hour in Boise  Live music  Largest spirit selection in Boise 

150 N. 8ndth St. th 8 & Main, 2 Floor

Boise, ID 208.343.2444

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WHAT DO THE WORDS

“COMFORT FOOD” MEAN TO YOU?

Maybe they invoke memories of mom’s pot roast, or grandma’s special meatloaf. Or maybe the Cajun gumbo you ate at that restaurant in New Orleans. At the Brick Oven Bistro, what comfort food means to us is fresh, wholesome ingredients and made-from-scratch recipes slow cooked and served by friendly folks in an environment that is as welcoming and unpretentious as the family table. And if you can imagine recipes prepared by a dozen different moms or grandmas, you’ll appreciate why the Brick Oven Bistro has been the place to go for adventures in comfort food for over 20 years.

S l ow f o o d s e rv e d f a s t Along with all of our comfort food standards, we are constantly innovating our menu with new entrees, soups, stews and desserts. So, drop by and see us. We’re saving a place at the table for you. Comfort food classics New Orleans Crawfish Etouffe Quiche Lorraine or Veggie Quiche & a Salad Hungarian Goulash over Caraway Egg Noodles Kobe Meat & Cheese Loaf served with creamy slaw, veggie rice, hand mashed potatoes or sage nut dressing, baby carrots, & fresh baked bread Jamaican Chicken Dinner served with veggie rice, baby carrots, Bob Marley sauce, a garden salad, & fresh baked bread Kobe Corned Beef Dinner 8th & Main on the Grove . Boise, Idaho Phone: 342 . 3456 Fax: 384 . 0266 16

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t h e l a t e s t word s f r o m o ur wo n d e r f u l g u e s t s Visiting the Brick Oven has become a family tradition whenever we visit Boise. Place to go for a homemade meal! So good!! (The Bistro) has a warm and friendly atmosphere… something not found in many restaurants. I came to eat as soon as I arrived in town after seven years!

O p e n S ev e n D ays a W e e k f or Lun c h & D I n n er! www.BrickOvenBistro.com www.boiseweekly.com

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EVERY NIGHT IS SPECIAL

AT CAFÉ OLÉ MONDAY

FAMILY FIESTA

Kids under 12 eat free! 4:00 p.m.-close (Limited to a family of 5. Two Entrees must be purchased.)

TUESDAY

FAJITA TWOSDAY

Buy 1 half lb. chicken, pork or beef fajita, get 1 free! 4:00 p.m.-close

WEDNESDAY AFTER WORK WEDNESDAY Buy any Margarita, get 1 free! 4:00 p.m.-close

THURSDAY

COMBO MAMBO Buy any 1, 2 or 3 item combination dinner & get HOUR! Y P a 2nd one, of equal or P A H ee. nk, get 1 fr lesser value, free! ! 3 $ Buy any dri bar for n eat taco ca u 4:00 p.m.-close yo . ll .m A .- 6 p BOISE'S

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SUNDAY

SUNDAY SIZZLER

Buy any entrée & get a 2nd one, of equal or lesser value, free! 4:00 p.m.-close

AFTER HOURS

HAPPY HOUR! Buy any drink, get one free. Mon-Fri 9 p.m.-close Cantina Only

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