COEUR D’ALENE 315 Restaurant at the Greenbriar Inn
Sweet Lou’s
COEUR D’ALENE WALKING DOWN SHERMAN AVENUE in Coeur d’Alene, it is easy to get lost in the magic of this town. People are drawn to this community in part because of its beauty, but also because of the friendliness of the people. And then there is the diversity of mouthwatering culinary experiences— simply amazing. On Lakeside Avenue, just one block off Sherman Avenue, one can stop in and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee and a bite to eat at Calypsos Coffee & Creamery. The friendly owner, Todd Jenicek, will greet you, and here you can enjoy breakfast, which is served all day long, and freshly made soups, sandwiches and salads. Just up the block from Calypsos, you will find Uva Italian where you can enjoy hearty authentic Italian food prepared from scratch. One of the newest additions to the downtown area is Sweet Lou’s Restaurant and Tap House. Like its sister restaurant in Sandpoint, Sweet Lou’s offers great food, a wide variety of beers on tap, and TVs visible from every seat to enjoy your favorite game. Coeur d’Alene’s midtown also offers some places not to miss. 315 Restaurant at the historic Greenbriar Inn on Wallace Avenue offers martinis, tapas and dinner, as well as rooms for a special overnight stay. Head north on Fourth Street to find midtown favorites The Bluebird and Angelo’s Ristorante.
Coeur d’Alene Lake
Riverstone, a luxury development near the intersection of Interstate 90 and Northwest Boulevard, offers a variety of restaurants, unique shops and Regal Cinemas. While there, be sure and stop by The Culinary Stone gourmet food and kitchen mecca, along with their Chop Shop. They offer tastings, cooking demos, and classes with local chefs. Restaurants eager to entertain you here include Anthony’s Restaurant, Bardenay Restaurant and Distillery, Azteca and Ugly Fish, just to name a few. In the mood to shop? Riverstone offers a variety of shops to enjoy. But there is much more to enjoy on your visit to Coeur d’Alene. Coeur d’Alene is also home to IRONMAN Coeur d’Alene. Each summer, athletes from all over the world come to compete in this intense competition. If you enjoy the arts, then Coeur d’Alene will leave you fulfilled. Since 1967, Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre has been delighting audiences with full scale Broadway shows. Art on the Green, held on the campus of North Idaho College, is a favorite of artists and visitors alike. For nearly 50 years, this is a much loved tradition for many in this area. The beauty of Coeur d’Alene draws people outdoors and entices them to enjoy all the recreational opportunities. With Silver Mountain Resort just a short drive away, people can ski or board in the winter and hike and mountain bike in the summer. You can even enjoy an indoor waterpark year round, making it a perfect family getaway. What are you waiting for? Plan a trip to Coeur d’Alene soon!
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