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restaurant+ bar listings/meridian hungry onion—A Meridian institution that thankfully hasn’t changed in decades. The hot, tasty food arrives on a tray at your window. 334 E. First St., 208-8880051. idaho pizza Company—Pizza, sandwiches and an all-you-can-eat salad bar with prices that won’t break the bank. 7100 W. Fairview Ave., 208-375-4100. idahopizzacompany.com. Jade horSe—Cantonese-style cooking in a family atmosphere. Menu features vegetarian and lightdish options. 48 E. Fairview Ave., 208-888-0322. jadehorse.us. Jaker’S Steak, riBS & fiSh houSe—With its elegant, sweeping bar decked out in dark wood and deep green accents, it’s a casual place that still manages to feel upscale. Eat at the bar or in one of the barside booths, or wait for a table where you can enjoy nightly dinner specials. A full menu of meat, with everything else a

patron would expect to see, including appetizers, burgers, chicken and fun foods, plus nightly dinner specials. 3268 E. Pine Ave., 208288-0898. jakers.com. kahootz Steak and alehouSe—A classy atmosphere catering to all clientele. A beer drinker really needs to know only one thing about Kahootz: 43 taps are pouring beer every day. And if all that beertasting makes you hungry, here’s some interesting info about the food: The kitchen does not have a deep fryer, the soups are homemade daily and none of the salad dressings come out of a container. 1603 N. Main St., 208-895-9861. gotokahootz.com. kay and traCi’S 127 CluB—Country music, country darts, country beer and country pool. The locals are well-acquainted with the bar, frequently shaking their tail feathers to live bands on the weekend. If you’re headed to Meridian for a night out on a different town, Kay and Traci’s can

provide all the food, drinks and dancing your little party self can handle. And even if you live in the southern reaches of Boise, a full dinner menu (including prime rib Fridays), a 4 p.m.-9 p.m. menu for late lunchers, a slew of cocktail options, live music every weekend, pool and darts should be more than enough to tempt you out to Meridian. It may be a full bar, but it’s full food, too. Prime rib every Friday is what it’s known for, but it’s the homemade soup that’s the house specialty. 127 E. Idaho St., 208-884-0122. kit kat CluB—On a list of Meridian landmarks, there’s the water tower and the Kit Kat Club. The strip club has sat on the corner of Franklin and Blackcat roads for as long as most locals can remember. While it serves beer, wine and bar food, no one really pays attention to the drinks. It’s more about the, um, atmosphere. 4842 W. Franklin Road, 208-888-7731.

korner BiStro—This bistro is, of course, situated on a corner. With a slew of catering tray options, espresso drinks, sandwiches and boxed lunches, as well as call-ahead and take-out services, it’s the perfect place to pop in and grab a quick lunch. 979 S. Progress Ave., 208-258-2085. louie’S pizza and italian reStaurant—Take a seat in the open, airy walnut bar for full service or wait to be seated for traditional American Italian food, including hand-tossed, thin crust pizza, tortelini and cannelloni. Stained glass windows imported from their first location in Ketchum are a nice addition to the atmosphere, and the lattice-covered patio is the place to sit outdoors on a warm day. Louie’s is a locally owned restaurant that puts as much care into the service as the infamous pizza. Boasting traditional cannellonis, tortellinis and eggplant parmigana, Louie’s also has a selection of salads and pizzas for all your dining and catering needs. 2500 E. Fairview Ave., 208-8845200. louiespizza.com. luCky finS Seafood grill— Enjoy a plethora of flavors influenced by Asian, Mexican and Northwest cuisine, along with some tasty sushi. There’s also an array of pasta, burgers and appetizers for the fish-phobic. 1441 N. Eagle Road, 208-888-3467. luckyfinsgrill.com.

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miSS tami’S Cottage expreSSionS and tea room—Miss Tami’s follows the British tradition of tea as a meal in between meals, when everyone settles in around an aromatic brew and nibbles on savories, scones with Devonshire cream, finger sandwiches and miniature desserts. Tami’s offers a variety of packages for afternoon teas, some of which involve costumes. Serving breakfast and lunch. Reservations suggested. 1030 N. Main St., 208-888-1770. misstamis.com. muSe BiStro and wine Bar— This eatery and vino spot features a menu that changes weekly and features and an array of tasty appetizers, soups, salads and entrees. Check the website for the latest in its culinary offerings. 1435 N. Eagle Road. musebistroandwinebar.com/.

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Pierogi

Empanadas

Goldy’s Breakfast Bistro Goldy’s has won Best Breakfast in Best of Boise for more than a decade.

Salt Tears Coffeehouse and Noshery Everything is made from scratch.

Tango’s At only $2 a pop, it’s easy on your budget.

Veggie Tamales Amigo’s Go hungry, they only come by the dozen.

Nutella Crepe The Creperie Check out the long list of both savory and sweet crepes.

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Escargots Le Coq Rouge They’re slippery little suckers.

the new frontier CluB—If you don’t know much about a town, one way to familiarize yourself is to spend time in one of its bars. You’ll experience a crosssection of the kind of people who live and work there and may find the burg you’re visiting is quite to your liking. Stop in to the historic New Frontier for a drink and a chat. You’ll see why more and more people are moving to Meridian. 116 E. Broadway Ave., 208-888-9034. ‘ohana hawai’ian BBq—‘Ohana Hawai’ian BBQ dishes it up Island style with SPAM musubi, mix plate, manapua, saimin, kalbi ribs ... it’s like a potluck at aunti’s house. For the gluten-free diner, there’s ahi poke and for the meat-free crowd a smattering of vegetarian options. 1735 W. Franklin Road, Ste. 120, 208-888-2661. ohanahawaiianbbq. com.

pie hole—Pizza plain and simple. Nineteen-inch pies by the slice or by the pie and calzones every day. Try the infamous potato and bacon, or go cheap with the special of the day for two bucks. 726 N. Main St., 208-888-0482. pieholeusa.com. pinnaCle SportS grill—A comfy, casual spot to bring the whole family—after the game or to watch one. 2902 N. Eagle Road, 208-884-4400. pinnaclesportsgrill. com. r & r puBliC houSe—Classic modern decor and vibrant colors set the stage for a relaxed dining experience. Indulge in the Hanger Steak topped with a cilantro chimichurri sauce, paired with a glass of wine or one of a rotating selection of craft beers on tap. 1626 S. Wells Ave., Ste. 115, 208-2582080. rrpublichouse.com. riCk’S preSS room—Themed around newspapers, Rick’s Press Room is far more than your average bar. Its unassuming location hosts a menu of surprising depth and flavor, winning over visitors who become regulars. Forget the wings, try the salmon. Chef owner Rick Valenzuela has created a menu of simple, gourmet food for his news-themed neighborhood pub. Lunch and dinner are both casual, with sandwiches, salads and steak options. And after dinner, cigar fans can retire to the plush smoke room, conjoining the restaurant with the Treasure Valley Smoke Shop. 130 E. Idaho Ave., 208-288-0558. rickspressroom. net. rudy’S puB and grill—A sports bar with a toned-down atmosphere. Sure, there are giant flat screens in every direction, showing whatever the game of the day is, and there’s the pool table and assorted entertainment, but the waitresses wear real clothes, there’s a full menu of diverse offerings, and the family friendly restaurant is suitable for those who don’t care what team is playing. Rudy’s is a pub that cares about its customers’ health. With locally grown beef and no trans fat in the fries, the menu runs the gamut of pub fare, including starters, platters and sandos that come with a half-pickle. Soups are homemade daily and entrees served after 5 p.m. include pastas, salmon and N.Y. steak. 2310 E. Overland Road, Ste. 150, 208-884-4453. rudyspubngrill.com. Sa-wad-dee thai reStaurant—This Meridian Thai restaurant offers an extensive menu of traditional Thai cuisine. From the expected (Orange Beef) to the unexpected (Frog Leg Basil), there’s something tasty for everyone. We happen to like the sound of the Chicken Volcano. 1890 E. Fairview Ave., Ste. B, 208-884-0701. sawaddeethai.com. Sakana JapaneSe SuShi and Steak—This is the place for those who like their steak with a side of sushi. 1718 S. Eagle Road, 208888-6278. sakanaboise.com. SChooner’S—This neighborhood bar offers a full menu, Golden Tee, darts and pretty much everything you could need to have a great time. 499 S. Main St., 208884-3737.