CPJTF!EPXOUPXO!.!CPJTF!CFODI TABLEROCK BREWPUB AND GRILL— Downtown’s only microbrewery pours a selection of handcrafted drafts. Great sandwiches, salads and entrees complemented by signature brews. 705 Fulton St., 208-342-0944, www.tablerockbrewpub.com. $-$$ SU OM. TAJ MAHAL RESTAURANT—Indian food lunch buffet and an impressive beer selection. There’s also a menu with Greek choices. 150 N. Eighth St., Ste. 222, 208-473-7200, www.tajmahalofboise.com. $$ OM. TEPANYAKI JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE—Japanese-style steak house where food is cooked at your table. A nice place to buddy up with your neighbors and get a fresh-off-the-grill meal. 2197 N. Garden St., 208-343-3515. $-$$ SU. TONY’S PIZZERIA TEATRO—Tiny nooks like Tony’s remind you of a European vacation. Sit outside, order a slice of pie and a glass of vino. 103 Capitol Blvd., 208-343-1052. $-$$ SU. TWIGS CELLAR—Subterranean, cozy and elegant with classic bistro fare. 816 Bannock St., 208-344-8944, www. twigscellar.com. $$-$$$ OM. TWIN DRAGON—No fuss, no frills— just delicious American-style Chinese food at prices that won’t cripple your wallet. 200 Fairview Ave., 208-3442141. $-$$ SU. WILLI B’S SANDWICH SALOON—Willi B’s specializes in bunkhouse cooking. Lunch specials are homemade and include hot and cold sandwiches, side salads, soups and sweets. 225 N. Fifth St., 208-331-5666, www.willibs.com. $ OM .
BAD BOY BURGERS—This burger joint offers all the requisite fare of a classic walk-up/drive-thru, plus some tasty surprises: It will take two to get through a burrito. 815 S. Vista Ave., 208-331. 1580. $ BAGUETTE DELI—Choose from 18 different 12-inch sub sandwich choices at the Vietnamese deli. Spring rolls, smoothies and French pastries round out the menu. 5204 W. Franklin Road, 208-336-2989. $ . CASANOVA PIZZERIA—This Italian restaurant offers “neo-Neapolitan” eats, many cooked in their wood-fired brick oven. A great beer and wine selection in a casual environment. 1204 S. Vista Ave., 208-331-3535, www. casanovapizzeria.com. $-$$ OM. CHAPALA—The great Jaliscan food Idaho expects Chapala to deliver. 1201 S. Vista Ave., 208-429-1155, www. chapalarestaurants.com. $-$$ SU OM. CHIANG MAI THAI RESTAURANT— Traditional Thai food named after the infamous Thai cuisine capital, Chiang Mai. 4898 W. Emerald St., 208-3424051. $-$$. SU. CRESCENT NO LAWYERS BAR/ GRILL—One must enjoy cold beer, pub food, sports, good service and kick-ass happy hour prices. Above all, one must not be a lawyer. Don’t believe us? Just try your luck. We dare you. 5500 W. Franklin Road, 208-322-9856, www. no-lawyers.com. $ SU OM . CUCINA DI PAOLO—Cucina di Paolo offers heat-and-serve gourmet entrees, as well as goodies to enjoy in the small dining area. 1504 Vista Ave., 208-3457150, www.cucinadipaolo.com. $$-$$$ OM.
YEN CHING—Have a martini with your potstickers and chow mein if you please. There’s nothing fancy about Yen Ching, but it has an air of class nonetheless. 305 N. Ninth St., 208-3840384, www.yenchingboise.com. $-$$ SU OM.
DELI GEORGE—Behind the upsidedown sign, look for more than 30 sandwich options full of homemade ingredients and plenty of imagination. 5602 Fairview Ave., 208-323-2582, www.deligeorge.com. $ OM.
YOI TOMO—Boise’s newest sushi restaurant with all-you-can-eat options in the middle of town. 405 S. Capitol Blvd., 208-344-3375, www.yoitomo.us. $-$$ SU OM .
THE OFFICE—This bar is for the over-21 crowd only. Enjoy a meal, a smoke and a full bar while catching a game on one of the plasmas. 6125 E. Fairview, 208-377-2800. $-$$ SU.
ZEPPOLE—Nothing beats the freshbaked goodness of Zeppole on a lunch break, unless it’s taking home a loaf of their near-legendary bread. 217 N. Eighth St., 208-345-2149, www.zeppolebakery.com. $ OM.
PATTY’S BURGER TIME—The only Idaho Preferred fast-food restaurant. The menu includes organic burritos and breakfast sandwiches. Patty’s serves more than 40 types of fresh fruit milkshakes. 1273 S. Orchard, Boise, 208-424-5073. $ .
CPJTF!CFODI ANDRADE’S—From albondigas to zopes, Andrade’s serves up some of the best authentic Mexican fare in town. Great service, generous portions, decent prices. 4903 Overland Road, 208-424-8890. $-$$ SU.
THE PLANK—This Bench haunt is not just Boise’s only pirate bar, but it may be the only pirate-specific bar in the world that doesn’t serve rum. Beer and wine only, but bar grub, darts, live music and a regular crowd of scallywags. Arrggg. 650 S. Vista, 208-336-1790. $-$$ SU.