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2 | INTRODUCTION BEST OF TREASURE VALLEY 2016

TABLE OF CONTENTSARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 4

SHOPPING 10

SERVICES &WEDDINGS 15

OUTDOORS & SPORTS 32

DINING 36

As one beautiful sunset serves as a prelude toanother stunning sunrise, it can be easy to takethe Treasure Valley for granted.

Whether you’ve been here for years and years or justmoved here lastmonth,we should thank our lucky starsfor the lifestylewe enjoy.The 2016 Best of Treasure Valley serves as a perfect

reminder for all the shining examples of the things weenjoy about the community inwhichwe live.More than 80,000 voteswere cast in this year’s Best of

Treasure Valley survey and almost 250 businesseswerehonoredwith first-, second- or third-place finishes.Voters took amoment to appreciate all the things

they enjoy about living here. In turn, so did the Best ofTreasure Valley honorees.“I love having dinner in Downtown Boise,” said

Grant Petersen Jr., the president and CEO of BroncoMotors,whichwas voted Best Place to Buy a Car andBestAuto Repair Shop. “I love Bronco basketball andBronco football (Best Sporting Event). I love going fora bicycle ride along Hill Road. I lovemountain bikingin the Foothills.… I love all four seasons, and I love themountains and I love the city.We’ve got a really specialplace that’s unique in theworld.”

The Best of Treasure Valley is broken into five categories.There’s Arts and Entertainment,which singled outAnthony Doerr as BestAuthor and Curtis Stigers asBestMusician/Band.Then there’s Shopping,which covers everything fromBest Grocery Store (WinCo) to Best Local Pet Store(Zamzows).The Services andWeddings category runs the gamut,from Best CarWash (Mister CarWash) to Best BridalShop (David’s Bridal).Outdoors and Sports highlights all the activitiesweenjoy, such as the Best Place to Hike (Boise Foothills),and the shops that help us enjoy them.And finally, there’s Dining,whichwill make anyTreasure Valley resident hungry reading about allthe great options, such as Goodwood BarbecueCompany (Best Local Barbecue) or Shige JapaneseCuisine (Best Sushi).Taken as awhole, the survey shines a light onmany of

the stars that shimmer throughout the Treasure Valley.

BradWilsonmoved to Boise this past fall to becomethe general manager of Bogus Basin (Best Idaho SkiArea). Since then, he’s enjoyed skiing at his favoritenew resort and discoveringwhat the Treasure Valley hasto offer.“Throughout thewintertime Iwentwalking

downtown,”Wilson said. “I live by the Co-op (Best LocalGluten-FreeMenu), so I’m able to justwalk downtown,which is just an amazing experience forme. Just twoweeks ago, I got onmy bike to ride downtown and Iwasthinking, ‘I didn’t even break a sweat before Iwas inthemiddle of the city.’ Itwas so accessible by bike Iwasfloored. So, the accessibility and the bike- andwalking-friendliness of the town are just amazing tome, still.“(Downtown) is just terrific and there’s somuch

energy down there. I have a long list of restaurants togo to.… I’m going to be busy this summer trying all therestaurants.”Luckily forWilson, that list comes in a handy format:

It’s called the Best of Treasure Valley.

BY CHRIS LANGRILL | Special to the Idaho Statesman

WELCOME 2016

of TREASURE VALLEY

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Stars aboundin the Treasure

Valley. Enjoy someculture or just be

entertained by theseshining examples.

Above left: Idaho Shakespeare Festival, Boise | Above right: Art in the Park, Boise

Ward Hooper is certainly a star of theTreasure Valley arts and entertainmentscene. He has been creating his iconic

artwork in Boise formore than three decades.During that time, he has continued to grow as

an artist, continued to branch out and find newand differentways to express himself.Inmanyways, the Treasure Valley arts and

entertainmentworld hasmirrored Hooper overthe years.“People just have a lot greater variety

of choiceswhen it comes tomusic, art,entertainment, drama, all that kind of stuff, ascompared towhen I started off,” Hooper said.Hooper,whowas voted BestArtist, has created

hundreds and hundreds of his classic imagesover the years. Hismost familiarwork has beendescribed in the style of vintage advertising, andusing that style he has captured the essence ofmany of the things that Idahoans cherish, fromfloating the Boise River to night skiing at Bogus

Basin to biking the Boise Front.But Hooper said hiswork is always evolving.“People knowme for the Boise images, the

Idaho images, but I’m doing a littlemore edgystuff,” he said. “It’s stuff that I’m interested in,maybewith a little sense of humor, a littlemorecutting.”Hiswork can be seen on hiswebsite,

wardhooper.com, or at his gallery at745W. Idaho St.Hooper haswatched Boise evolve from his

downtown gallery.“I’m excited about the growth and the variety,

in general, of themodernization of the downtownarea,” Hooper said. “It’s nice to see some newarchitecture, some new people,more tourists.Iwork and have a business downtown, and Ican’t tell you howmany people I see on a dailybasis that just lovewhat they see and love theexperience. So, that’swhat I’m trying to add to.”Andwhile he personally contributes a great

deal to the Treasure Valley arts and entertainmentworld, he also appreciates the efforts of others –and the support the community provides.“I like theway it’s developing,” Hooper said.

“It’s just good to see that it isn’t neglected. Ifyou’re an upcoming or emerging artist thereis always some kind of opportunity for yousomewhere.”And some artists are seizing that opportunity

and enjoying success beyond the Treasure Valley– fromAnthony Doerr (BestAuthor) to CurtisStigers (BestMusician/Band).But here at home, there’s plenty to take in, from

the Idaho Shakespeare Festival (Best PerformingArts Group) toArt in the Park (Best CommunityEvent).“There’s always something for somebody

to do, any night of theweek,” Hooper said.“Treefort, tome, is a great addition.…Therehas been such an explosion in the arts and theawareness of the arts.”


ARTS &ENTERTAINMENT

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BESTArt Gallery

1. BoiseArtMuseumBoise

You don’t have to be a Picasso orMonetto appreciate the BoiseArtMuseum. Thehub of Boise’s art world has somethingfor everyone to enjoy, including regularclasses andworkshops for aspiringartists of all ages. The best part about theBoiseArtMuseum is that it’s constantlychanging, so your next visitwill be adifferent experience than your previousone. Exhibitions in the past year haveincluded “Folding Paper: The InfinitePossibilities of Origami” and “ChineseGardens.”

2. Freak AlleyDowntown Boise

3. Boise Art GlassBoise

BESTArtist

1. WardHooperHooper’s art has become part of thevery fabric of Idaho. Created in the styleof vintage advertising, Hooper’sworkis a familiar sight for anyonewho hasattended local concerts or strolled thestreets of Boise. Check out Hooper’sart atwardhooper.com or at his shop inDowntown Boise.

2. Paige Kelly

3. Kelly Knopp

BESTAuthor

1. AnthonyDoerrDoerr had a distinguished career beforereleasing “All the Light You Cannot See.”But his fame and notoriety explodedwhen that novel topped The New YorkTimes Best Seller list andwon the 2015Pulitzer Prize for fiction. Your neighborshave probably read it and told youto read it also, but you don’t have totake theirword for it. TheWashingtonPost described it as “enthrallingly told,beautifullywritten.”

2. TimWoodward

3. Elaine Ambrose

Boise ArtMuseum, Boise

Author Elaine Ambrose

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BESTBowling Alley

1. BigAl’sMeridian

The operativeword here is “BIG.” BigAl’s in The Village atMeridian features42 bowling lanes, including 12 VIPlanes. The bowling alley has a varietyof specials, including family fun packs.If joining a league doesn’t interest you,thenmaybe a night ofMonte Carlofunwill. DuringMonte Carlo, threecolored pins are added to the hopper.If the colored pins show up in the rightcombination and you bowl a strike youcanwin cash or prizes.

2. Emerald LanesBoise

3. Westy’s Garden LanesGarden City

BESTCommunity Event

1. Art in the ParkBoise

Talk about an “art attack.” This annualevent in Julia Davis Park is held ontheweekend after Labor Day eachSeptember (this year, thatmeans Sept.9-11). The three-day, open-air festivalpresented by the BoiseArtMuseumprovides art lovers the opportunity tomeetmore than 200 artists and purchasetheir artwork.Art in the Park alsofeatures live entertainment, plenty offood and drink and hands-on fun for thekiddos.

2. Boise FarmersMarketDowntown Boise

3. TreefortMusic FestDowntown Boise

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BESTDay Trip from Boise

1. McCallWhat’s not to love?A scenic drive alongthe Payette River with tempting stopsin Horseshoe Bend, Cascade – or anypull-off spot thatmight strike your fancy.Once you arrive inMcCall, you’re in fora treat: an idyllic Idaho vacation townnestled along gorgeous Payette Lake.It’s the perfect setting for every outdooractivity from hiking to fishing andboating to skiing (at nearby BrundageMountain). Too cold to hit the lake? Thatmustmean theWinter Carnival is rightaround the corner.

2. Idaho City

3. Redfish LakeNear Stanley

BESTFamily Recreation Spot

1. Boise GreenbeltTreasure Valley

Most Treasure Valley residents know thatthis 25-plus-mile pathway is a can’t-missopportunity for family fun, bird-watchingand general sightseeing. But not everyoneknows the City of Boise produces amapfor a bicycle scavenger hunt. Thewholefamily can enjoy discovering and learningas they follow a 10-mile tour that spotlightsdifferent points of interest, such as the JuliaDavis Statue and the site of the Boise TimeCapsule (whichwill be reopened Sept. 30,2019). Find the clues for the scavengerhunt at http://parks.cityofboise.org/parks-locations/parks/greenbelt.

2. Zoo BoiseBoise

3. Roaring SpringsWaterpark/Wahooz Family Fun Zone

Meridian

BESTMovie Theater

1. Village CinemaMeridian

Want to enjoy the latest, greatest summerblockbuster? Do it in style at the VillageCinema. Before themovie be sure to hitthe Backstage Bistro for a tastymeal ora classic cocktail. Thenmake yourwayto the VIP Balcony and enjoy fullwaiterservice (when you arrive 30minutesbefore showtime).Want to bring agroup? Village Cinema offers privateparty rooms and theater rentals.And didwemention the twin 60-foot-wide screentheaters?

2. The FlicksDowntown Boise

3. Edwards Boise Stadium 21& IMAX

Boise

BESTMusic Venue

1. Idaho Botanical Garden’sOutlaw Field

Boise

There’s something special about asummer concert in an outdoor setting,and Outlaw Field has definitelyproduced somememorablemoments.Music filling the air. The sun setting.The Foothills and Table Rock loomingoverhead.What’s not to love?And thissummer’s series – Outlaw Field’s ninth– boasts some heavy hitters, from PaulSimon to Tony Bennett to Bonnie Raitt toCyndi Lauper.

2. Morrison CenterBoise

3. Knitting FactoryDowntown Boise


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BESTPerforming Arts Group

1. Idaho Shakespeare FestivalBoise

The Shakespeare Festival has becomesuch a beloved institution it couldprobably rest on its laurels and remaina success. But the theater companycontinues to reinvent itself and produceprovocative performances. This year,watch for the Shakespeare Festival’sfresh takes on “My Fair Lady” and“Love’s Labor’s Lost,” among others.

2. Ballet IdahoBoise

3. Boise PhilharmonicBoise

BESTMusician/Band

1. Curtis StigersSinger and saxophonist Curtis Stigershas soldmillions of records. He hasperformedwith greats such asAlGreen and Elton John andWyntonMarsalis. This summer he’ll perform inSwitzerland, London, Scotland, NewYork and Colorado. But his travels willeventually lead him home to Idaho,where he says he can “live a real life.” Hecould live an anonymous life in Boise,but instead he has been front and centereach year as he hosts the annual XtremeHoliday Xtravaganza,which raisesmoney for the Interfaith Sanctuary andtheMcCall Jazz Festival.

2. Built to Spill

3. ZackQuintana

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BESTPlace to Dance

1. The Balcony ClubDowntown Boise

Feel like heading out for a night offun at a placewhere you can let yourinhibitions go? Put on your dancingshoes and head to The Balcony Club. TheDJs therewill spin a variety ofmusic tohelp you get your groove on. Check outThe Balcony Club’s Facebook page forspecial-event nights and costume parties.

2. Humpin’ Hannah’sDowntown Boise

3. CowgirlsKuna

BESTPlace to ImpressOut-of-Towners

1. Downtown BoiseDowntown Boise

Sure, Downtown Boise is an easy choicefor entertaining guests. The hard partis decidingwhat to do.Will you spendthe day strolling the streets and hittingall the unique shops?Will you seek outthe livemusic that can be heard spillingout of any number of doorways at night?Perhaps you’ll hop on a Boise GreenBikeand get in a little exercise between stops.Whatever you decide, you can bet thoseout-of-townerswill be planning a repeatvisit soon.

2. Boise River and GreenbeltTreasure Valley

3. The Village atMeridianMeridian

The Village atMeridian,Meridian

Ballet Idaho, Boise

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SHOPPING

Choices, choices, choices.When it comes to shopping in the

Treasure Valley, it’s good to be the decisivetype. Otherwise, all the choices can be a littleoverwhelming.Thankfully, the Best of Treasure Valley voters

have pointed out some of themajor stars of theshoppingworld.Whether you’re looking for some sharp new

shoes or a good deal on a used smart car, theoptions continue to grow and grow.It can be hard for even the store owners to

keep up.Natalie Durham has been the owner of Piece

Unique Clothing Co. (Best LocalWomen’sClothing Store) and Shoez since 1997.She’swatched as the Downtown Boise

shoppingworld has exploded over the years.And, as far as she is concerned, themore themerrier.

“Some of the other owners of the boutiques aregood friends ofmine,” Durham said. “But someof the newer ones I’m not as familiarwith. I’llbewalking down the street and go, ‘Wow, that’sawesome! Somebody new!’”Durham enjoys being a part of Boise’s

shopping scene.“Iwouldn’t have it any otherway,” she said.

“Iwould never be anywhere but DowntownBoise.”And Durham said she enjoys the camaraderie

among the downtown businesses.“When I have a customer from out of town

looking for something Iwill always direct themto that place thatwill best suit their needs,” shesaid. “Everybody has got their own character.”Character is amajor reason that Grant Petersen

Jr. believes his company has been successful forso long.“Our repeat and referral business tells a lot

about howwe take care of our customers,”said Petersen, the CEO and president of BroncoMotors (Best Place to Buy a Car and BestAutoRepair Shop).BroncoMotorswas founded in 1971 at 27th

andMain in Downtown Boise and has sincegrown to six locations throughout the TreasureValley.“One of the things I’mmost proud about is

theway thatwe take care of customers before,during and,most importantly, after the sale,”Petersen said. “I think service after the sale is justas important as the service to earn the customer’sbusiness.”It’s a philosophy that seems to beworking.“We’re a local, family-owned companywith

150 employees,” Petersen said. “We’ve got a 45-year history of investing in the community.”


Above: Downtown Boise | Top right: Ricochet Home Consignment, Boise

Shoppingcan be fun,

especially in theTreasure Valleywherewe have

all of these stars!

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Kidz Again, Boise

BESTLocal Children’s Clothing

Store

1. KidzAgainMeridian

Oh, to be a kid again. The adventures, thefun… the clotheswe outgrew before itseemswe even got a chance to try themon. Parentswho are constantly tryingto keep upwith their growing childrenknow that KidzAgain is a great option.KidzAgain buys and sells gently usedchildren’s clothing, toys, books, shoes andbaby equipment. If you’re hoping to sell,no appointment is necessary. You canwaitin the store or use their “drop and run”service. If you’re hoping to buy, there is afull inventory of affordable options.

2. Kid to KidBoise

3. OtherMothersBoise

BESTConsignment Shop

1. RicochetHomeConsignment

Boise

The beauty of a good consignment shopis you can take advantage of it as botha buyer and a seller. Not using that olddesk anymore? Bring it in to Ricochetand let them find a proud new ownerfor it.And if you’re looking for thatperfect piece to fill out your living room– frommodern to traditional, from retroto rustic – seewhat Ricochet has in stockfor purchase. If they don’t havewhatyou’re looking for today, check backnextweek. New arrivals come in everyday.

2. Kidz AgainMeridian

3. Outdoor ExchangeBoise

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BESTThrift Store

1. Idaho Youth RanchMultiple locations

Giving feels good year-round, not justduring the holiday season.And theIdaho Youth Ranch certainlymakes youfeel good about giving. Idaho YouthRanch has helpedmore than 31,500families in its six-decade history. IdahoYouth Ranch is always on the lookoutfor quality donations, from books toappliances to even an automobile. Inturn, shopping at one of the 29 storesthroughout the state helps provide helpfor Idaho kids in need.

2. Deseret IndustriesMultiple locations

3. Assistance League of BoiseBoise

BESTLocal Shoe Store

1. Shu’s Idaho Running Co.Downtown Boise

If you’ve caught the running bug, thenyou’ve probably alreadymade yourwayto Shu’s. But if not, and your shoes don’tfit properly, you should consider headingover to this store on State Street.MikeShuman and his knowledgeable staffcan give you a personalized evaluationwith their 3D Foot Print system and,after taking a test drive, you’ll knowyou’ve found the perfect fit for you. ButShu’s isn’t just about shoes: It also has awide selection of apparel and accessoriesfor runners andwalkers.And if you’relooking for a friendly running group tojoin, Shu’s is your starting line.

2. Foot DynamicsDowntown Boise

3. Bandanna Running andWalkingDowntown Boise

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BESTLocal Women’sClothing Store

1. Piece UniqueDowntown Boise

Piece Uniquewon in thewomen’sclothing category, but the store also hasmen’s clothing.And a consignmentarea.And a shoe department. OwnerNatalie Durham says she likes to keepthings interesting at her 5,000 square-foot store at 10th and Idaho. So expect tofind awide variety ofmerchandise witha varied range of price points.As anadded bonus, you can also find clothingand jewelry created by local designers.

2. DragonflyDowntown Boise

3. Bella Blue BoutiqueMeridian and Nampa

BESTLocalMen’s Clothing

Store

1. AlexanderDavisDowntown Boise

Talk about having some history.Alexander Daviswas founded inDowntown Boise in 1891,whichmeans the store is celebrating its 125thanniversary this year.Alexander Davis isknown for going the extramile with itscustomer service, with complimentarytailoringwith every purchase andcomplimentary giftwrapping.Want tomeetwith a consultant but can’tmake itduring business hours?Alexander Davis,which offers everything from businesssuits to sportswear, will accommodateyouwith an after-hours appointment.

2. BANANA inkDowntown Boise

3. D&B SupplyMultiple locations Kendall Ford,Meridian

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1. WinCoMultiple locations

Treasure Valley shoppers know thatWinCo is a go-to grocery store when itcomes to savingmoney. The bulk-fooddepartment is a great place to startwhen it comes to saving. From spicesto cereal, bulk food can be a gamechanger.Also,making your own peanutbutter in the bulk-food area is fun anddelicious.WinCo also has its own foodlabel, providing another opportunityfor savings.AndWinCo takes care ofitsworkers: It’s an employee-ownedcompany that has had an EmployeeStock Ownership Plan in place formorethan 25 years.

2. FredMeyerMultiple locations

3. AlbertsonsMultiple locations

BESTLocal Jewelry Store

1. Stewart’s Gem ShopBoise

Stewart’s has been a family-ownedbusiness since 1945. It specializes in theIdaho star garnet, but it’s a full-servicejewelry store that offers repair andcleaning. The family used to take theshow on the road about 20 times a year,but these days Stewart’s only travels toabout five gem shows a year (they arethe longest-running dealer at the showthey attend in Turlock, Calif.). Stewart’salso specializes in rocks, fossils,mineralsand gems.

2. Artsmith’s JewelersBoise

3. R. Grey GalleryBoise

BESTLocal Pet Store

1. ZamzowsMultiple locations

Want to feel good about pamperingyour pet? Then head to Zamzows,which has beenmaking its own brandof dog food for the past three decades.Zamzows also has its own line of catfood and all kinds of pet supplies fromjerky treats to toys to heated bowls.And if you feel more like finding Nemoinstead of chasing Fido, Zamzows canhelp you set up an aquarium and findthe right fish for you. Zamzows evencares about your petswhen it comes toyour yard: Its lawn program is safe forpets and kids.

2. H3 Pet Food StoreMeridian

3. Bark n’ PurrBoise

BESTPlace to Buy a Car

1. BroncoMotorsMultiple locations

BroncoMotors’ roots are planted at 27thandMain in Downtown Boise,wherethe first locationwas opened in 1971.Since then, the dealership has grown toinclude six locations spread across theTreasure Valleywith a large inventoryof both new and pre-owned vehicles.But owner Grant Petersen, Jr. stressesthat BroncoMotors is not a corporategiant. It’s a local company that hasn’tforgotten its roots. He takes pride in thenumber of the repeat customers BroncoMotors has served over the past four-plus decades.

2. Peterson Auto GroupMultiple locations

3. Kendall FordMeridian

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SERVICES

Above: Idaho Botanical Garden, Boise | Top left: Graeber & Company, Downtown Boise

Planning awedding this summer and feeling alittle overwhelmed?Remain calm: The Best of Treasure Valley

has you covered. The results from our survey canserve as a perfect roadmap for putting together amagicalwedding day.Two Rivers Salon and Spa in Eagle is a shining

starwhen it comes to pamperingwedding parties.Itwas honored by voters in four categories: BestHair Salon, BestManicure/Pedicure, BestMassageTherapy and Best Spa. It also earned a second-placefinish for BestMen’sHaircut.“We’re located right on the north channel of the

Boise River, andwe’re really a draw, a destination,because our patio overlooks the river,” saidMattBaker, the owner of Two Rivers. “Sowe have atremendous amount ofwedding parties.”That includes thosewho are preparing in

advance for the big day and thosewho actuallyinclude Two Rivers as part of theirwedding-dayfestivities.

“Probably half of the people come to us a day inadvance to get pedicures, to getmanicures,” Bakersaid. “The other half of the time,we’re getting thewedding party on themorning of thewedding day.Sowemight be doing pedicures across the boardfor bridesmaids orwemight be doing the hair andthemakeup for the wedding.”Regardless, Bakerwants his customers to come

away impressed. Two Rivers,which is a little over8,000 square feet, features eight pedicure stations,eightmanicure stations, 12 treatment rooms, 15 hairstations and a quiet room.“We really try tomake you feel like you’ve

stepped into something different,” Baker said.“We’ve tried tomake it reminiscent of Beverly Hills,Miami’s South Beach,Manhattan. Sowhen peoplecome in and experiencewhatwe have at TwoRivers they say, ‘Oh, I had no idea something likethis existed here.’”Two Rivers isn’t the only Treasure Valley

business thatwants tomakewedding days special.

Flowers atWill (Best Florist) can create theperfect arrangements and bouquets, 3 GirlsCatering (Best Caterer) can create awonderfulspread of food and The Beardsmith (BestMen’sHaircut) providesmanscaping at its finest for thegroom and groomsmen.And when it comes to picking a special site for

the festivities, voters decided there’s no place likethe Idaho Botanical Garden for both ceremoniesand receptions.Also included in this section of the Best of

Treasure Valley are some of the stars of the serviceindustry. Thinking aboutmoving? SilvercreekRealty Group is there for you.Want to open a newchecking account? Consider Idaho Central CreditUnion. Perhaps you need to have a cavity checked?Summit Dental Groupwill serve youwith a smile.That’swhy it’s a good idea to hold on to the Best

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Best Accounting Firm

1. Jack Trent & co.Boise

Around tax time, it’s easy to see that there is an accounting firm on almost every corner, shuffling customers in and out. Jack Trent & Co. strives to provide a personal experience with each person or company they advise. The staff provides professional services including tax preparation, payroll services and business valuation. Jack Trent & Co. knows the ins and outs of a variety of industries from construction to health care to real estate.

2. Harris & Co.Boise

3. Olsen & CompanyMeridian

BestAuto Repair Shop

1. Bronco MotorsMultiple locations

It never fails. The week before you hit the road for that long-awaited vacation you start to hear a curious knocking sound coming from underneath your car. Thankfully, Bronco Motors is there to put your mind at ease. And scheduling an appointment is a snap: The company’s website allows you to see available times and book online. If it’s a quick fix, there’s Wi-Fi while you wait. If that repair is going to take a little longer then loaner cars are available.

2. Hurless Brothers Foreign Car Service

Boise

3. Les SchwabMultiple locations

Best Bank/Credit Union

1. idaho central credit UnionMultiple locations

Idaho Central became a state-chartered credit union in 1940. Today, Idaho Central has more than $2 billion in assets, but perhaps the credit union’s biggest assets are the 700-plus employees who strive to make Idaho Central a go-to financial institution at the 27 locations throughout Idaho.

2. CapEd Federal Credit UnionMultiple locations

3. U.S. BankMultiple locations

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Best Real Estate Brokerage

1. silvercreek realty groupMultiple locations

As the largest real estate brokerage in Idaho, Silvercreek Realty Group knows the ins and outs of buying and selling a home. If you’re thinking about selling, Silvercreek’s agents will provide you with a free home analysis and can put together a marketing plan. And if you’re in the market to buy, Silvercreek’s property search is updated daily, helping customers stay on top of the latest listings.

2. Keller Williams Realty of BoiseMultiple locations

3. Coldwell BankerMultiple locations

Best Mortgage Company

1. idaho central credit UnionMultiple locations

Buying a house – or refinancing one – can be an ominous task. The paperwork piles up and the legal jargon is intimidating. The mortgage officers at Idaho Central Credit Union can guide you through the maze of mortgages. They know the local market and strive to save you time with fast approvals. Last, and certainly not least, they have competitive rates and low fees to save their customers money.

2. Guild MortgageBoise

3. Fairway Independent MortgageMultiple locations

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BESTContractor

1. Engineered Structures Inc(ESI)Meridian

ESI continues to build upon itsreputation. The privately ownedgeneral contracting andmanagementfirm has put its stamp on the TreasureValley landscape, from the downtownNampa Library to the Scentsy Tower inMeridian to the Zions Tower at EighthandMain. Headquartered inMeridian,ESI has been building since 1973 and islicensed in 42 states.

2. Dave Evans ConstructionBoise

3. Steed ConstructionEagle

BESTLaw Firm

1. Hawley TroxellBoise

Here’s some good advice: Don’t take thelaw in your own hands. Hawley Troxellis Idaho’s largest business law firmwithoffices in Boise, Coeur d’Alene, IdahoFalls, Pocatello and Reno, Nev. The firmhas dozens of attorneyswho are expertsin a vast array of legal practice areas,from creditor rights and bankruptcy lawtomergers and acquisitions law to realestate law.

2. Givens PursleyBoise

3. Ada County Public DefendersBoise

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BESTCar Wash

1. Mister CarWashMultiple Locations

It’s true: You feel better about yourselfwhen your car is clean and shiny. Letthemasters atMister CarWash use theirsignature products to preen and pamperyour Pontiac.And to keep those goodfeelings flowing on a regular basis youmightwant to consider the UnlimitedWash Club. You canwash as often asyou like while enjoyingmember-onlydiscounts.

2. Metro CarWashMultiple Locations

3. J’s Ultimate Hand CarWashGarden City

BESTChild Care Facility(infant to pre-K)

1. NewHorizonAcademyMultiple Locations

What’smore important than the healthand safety of your children? NewHorizon takes a number of precautionstomake sure your child is in safehands, from secure entrances to regularplayground inspections to finger guardson the doors to prevent pinched fingers.In this safe environment, children areencouraged to develop and learn andsay, “I likeme!”

2. YMCA Childcare & PreschoolBoise

3. Giraffe Laugh Early LearningCenters

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BESTDry Cleaner

1. Baird’sDry CleanersMultiple Locations

With a new addition on BroadwayAvenue, Baird’s now has six locationsacross the Treasure Valley.All of themare full-service dry cleaners that willget your clothes looking their best fromwedding gowns to shirt servicewithfree button replacement. Best of all,Baird’s offers free pickup and deliveryto your home or office and there is nominimum for the delivery services.

2. WestcoMartinizingMultiple Locations

3. Clothesline CleanersMultiple Locations

BESTDentist

1. SummitDental GroupBoise

Best of Treasure Valley voters know thatSummit Dental Group takes dentistryto new heights. The team of dentists,hygienists, assistants and front-officestaff allwork together to provide patientvisits that are fun and enjoyable.Andyes, Summit believes you can enjoygoing to see them. From routine examsto crowns and bridges, Summit’s goalis to have you leave their officewith asmile.

2. Boise Family Dental CareBoise

3. Dr. Lind, SmileWorks DentalMeridian

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BESTFamily Doctor

1. Dr. Julie Gunther, sparkMDBoise

Dr. Gunther, a native Idahoan andHarvardgraduate, is a board-certified familyphysicianwho in 2014 founded SparkMedical, a direct primary-care practice inDowntown Boise. sparkMD is part of agrowing trend of conciergemedicine,whichallowsmemberswhomight lack insuranceor have high deductibles to have access tobasicmedical care at an affordable price.Dr.Gunther believes thismodel of care helpscreate a better relationship between doctorsand patients.

2. Dr.Wajeeh Nasser, Capital CityFamilyMedicine

Boise

3. Dr. Eric Maier, St. Luke’sMountain ViewMedical Center

Boise

BESTPediatrician

1. Dr. Ryan Lindsay,AdaPediatrics

Boise

Ada Pediatrics is a family-ownedpediatric office that has been servingfamilies formore than 30 years.Speaking of families, the practice is runby Dr. Robert Lindsay (who appearedin last year’s Best of Treasure Valley)and his son, Dr. Ryan Lindsay. Dr. Ryanis always on the go – in fact, he has runa number of triathlons. In 1992, he setthe Boise Elementary School City TrackMeetmile of 5minutes, 20 seconds.

2. Dr. Allyson Van Steenbergen,Meridian Pediatrics

Meridian

3. Dr. Robert Lindsay, AdaPediatrics

Boise

BESTPhysical Therapy Office

1. Foothills Physical TherapyMultiple locations

Just had a knee replacement ormaybe ashoulder surgery?With clinics in Boise,Eagle andMeridian, Foothills PhysicalTherapy can help you get back on yourfeet – or back on the basketball court.Foothills offers one-on-one aquaticphysical therapywith private pools,showers and locker rooms. Pilatesclasses are taught by a certified Pilatesinstructor andmassage therapy isoffered in a number of techniques.

2. Therapeutic Associates PhysicalTherapy

Multiple locations

3. Idaho SportsMedicine InstituteBoise

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1. Dr. Jon Getz, St. Luke’sMeridian

Withmore than three decades ofexperience, Dr. Getz is a general surgeonwhowent tomedical school at theBoston School ofMedicine. He hasa particular interest and expertise insurgery of the thyroid and parathyroidglands and surgical treatment of breastcancer andmelanoma. He’s committedto providingminimally invasiveprocedures that help patients heal fasterand recovermore easily.

2. Dr. Colin Poole, St. Luke’sMeridian

3. Dr.Michael J. GustavelBoise

BESTVeterinarian

1. Intermountain PetHospitalMeridian

SometimesMax andMittens justneed an annual checkup. Other times,theymight not be feeling their best.Regardless, you can be sure the staffat Intermountain Pet Hospitalwill gothe extramile to try tomake your petfeel at home. The full-service hospital,boarding and grooming facility featuresdoctorswho are certified in “Fear Free”handling of pets,making visits easier onthe pet owners, too.

2. All Valley AnimalMeridian

3. WestVet 24 Hour AnimalEmergency & Specialty Center

Garden City

BESTLocal Pet Grooming

1. Do It YourselfDoggieDetail

Multiple Locations

The name says it all, but you’re nottruly on your own: The friendly staff isthere to helpwith advice and assistance.There are bathing stations and groomingstationswith three shampoos and amoisturizer to help Daisy’s coat smelllike a rose. For a small fee you canask for a standalone service, such as anail trim. There is also a professionalgroomer on-site who caters to all sizesand breeds.

2. ZamzowsMultiple Locations

3. Dirty PawsMultiple Locations

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BESTWedding Ceremony

Venue

1. Idaho Botanical GardenBoise

You’ve fallen in lovewith your spouse-to-be, now fall in lovewith the idealspot to recite yourwedding vows. TheIdaho Botanical Garden offers an idyllicoutdoor setting at the base of Boise’sFoothills. Brides and grooms can choosefrom a variety of specialty gardens.Abride’s room and groom dressing areaare available, and rates vary dependingonwhether you’re renting your sitefor the full day or hourly (two-hourminimum applies).

2. Boise DepotBoise

3. Stillwater HollowWeddingsand Events

Nampa

BESTWedding Reception

Venue


The vows have been exchanged and thebig kiss has been planted. Now it’s timeto party.Andwhat better venue thanthe Idaho Botanical Garden to celebrateyour special day? The grounds can bereserved for parties big and small (from10 to 150 people). You can choose yourfavorite caterer to create the perfect vibe,and the amenities are perfect: There’splenty of free parking and an event crewis available for an additional charge.

2. The Riverside HotelBoise

3. Stillwater HollowWeddingsand Events

Nampa

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1. David’s BridalBoise

Whether it’s yourwedding day or timefor the prom, David’s Bridalwill haveyou looking your best for that specialoccasion. David’s features awideselection of designer dresses from VeraWang to Oleg Cassini. But David’s doesmore than just dresses. Their inventoryincludes tuxedos, shoes, invitations andevent décor.

2. SweetheartManorBoise

3. Bridal byMarieEagle

BESTFlorist

1. Flowers atWillBoise

If you’re looking for a florist with alittle attitude, then Flowers atWill isthe place for you. BecauseWill Heatter,whose appreciation for flowers began ata young age in Hawaii, isn’t a cookie-cutter florist. He brings his own styleto his arrangements. If you reallywanttowow someone, youmight considergiving them the gift of DesignAtYour Door.Will arrives at that specialsomeone’s doorstepwith supplies inhand to create a client-specific floralmasterpiece on-site.

2. Boise At Its Best FlowersBoise

3. Edwards GreenhouseBoise


BESTManicure/Pedicure

1. Two Rivers Salon & SpaEagle

Two Rivers can handle eightmanicuresand eight pedicures at the same time,so bring thewhole group andmakean event out of it. Deciding to head toTwo Rivers for amanicure or pedicureis the easy part. The tough part?Deciding on the treatment.Will it betheAromatherapyManicure, whichincludes a hand and armmassagewithpeppermint aromatherapy oils ormaybeitwill be the Hawaiian Honey Pedicure,which beginswith a soothing foot soakand honey-infused sugar exfoliation.

2. Amore Nails & SpaMultiple locations

3. Glitz Nail StudioMeridian

BESTSpa


The first thing customers notice aboutTwo Rivers is the setting. Nestled alongthe Boise Riverwith floor-to-ceilingwindows, it’s easy to see that a TwoRivers spa experience is anything butordinary. If youwant to feel like a kingor a queen, then spend thewhole daylapping up the luxury. Two River’sstylists can spoil you from head to toewith the endless choices ofmanicures,pedicures andmassages.And afterleaving the salon, you can feel like awhole new you.

2. Silk TouchBoise

3. Rain Salon & SpaMeridian

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If a longweek ofwork has left youfrazzled, then itmay be time to let a TwoRivers SwedishMassage rub that stressaway. Two Rivers features a number ofspecialized treatments from PrenatalMassages to River StoneMassages.Want to double the fun? Bring yoursignificant other and get amassage fortwo.Want to really feel pampered?Addon an Hawaiian Honey SteamWrap or aCitrus Body Polish.

2. Boise Theraputic MassageCenterBoise

3. Hybrid HealthBoise

BESTHair Salon


Two Rivers doesn’t do anything withoutgoing all out, and that applies to its hairsalon in a bigway. Two Rivers features15 custom-built stationswith fiveItalian-leather shampoo chairs. Needsome pampering? Let those legs rest onthe extendable footrestswhile enjoyinga Shiatzumassage.And Two Rivers’stylists continue to receive ongoingeducation, so they’ll always be up on thelatest trends and techniques.

2. Graeber & CompanyDowntown Boise

3. Tantalum SalonMeridian

BESTMen’s Haircut

1. The BeardsmithBoise

Maintaining a beard is an art. Letthe artists at The Beardsmith helpyoumaintain a beard that deservesto be framed. But The Beardsmithgoes beyond beards: It’s a full-servicemen’s barbershop that offers precisionmen’s haircuts and classic, hot-towelstraight razor shaves. The Beardsmithalsomakes a line of specialty beard-care products sold in over 30 locationsthroughout the Northwest, includingWhole FoodsMarket.


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Place to Work Out

1. AxiomMultiple locations

Axiom has four locations in Boise andMeridian. Each location offers a varietyof innovativeways to stay fit. Get a tasteofAxiom’s teaching style by checkingout one of their free yoga classes at TheVillage.Want to be entertainedwhileyou raise your heart rate? Check outAx-Flix Cardo Theater. SeewhatAxiomis all about by going to theirwebsite,axiomfitness.com,where you can get afree, seven-day pass to anyAxiom.

2. YMCAMultiple locations

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Boise

BESTLocal Hotel

1. TheModernHotelDowntown Boise

TheModern features 39 roomswithcomfortable beds forweary travelers.But once they are rejuvenated, thosetravelers canwander down to a barthat savvy locals know serves someof the best cocktails andmost creativemeals around. TheModern is constantlyfeaturing entertaining events. Findoutwhat’s next on their calendar atthemodernhotel.com.

2. The Riverside HotelBoise

3. The Grove HotelDowntown Boise

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BESTCaterer

1. 3 Girls CateringEagle

Whatever the occasion, 3 Girls is a greatchoice for your catering needs. Expectfresh and delicious foodwith a flair. Thestaff at 3 Girls has catered for travelingrock stars aswell as at elegant weddingceremonies at the Boise Depot. 3 Girlshas a variety ofmenus, from barbecue toIdaho favorites to vegetarian and vegan.Or if you have something differentinmind, just ask – 3 Girls loves toimprovise.

2. Goodwood Barbecue CompanyMultiple Locations

3. Kanak AttackGarden City

Modern Hotel

Goodwood Barbecue Company,Multiple locations

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OUTDOORS

Working indoors can be difficult forTreasure Valley residents.After all, itseems the outsideworld is constantly

taunting and teasing us to get out and play.As the co-owner ofMcU Sports, John Klotz

knows that all toowell.“When they’re notworking peoplewant to go

throw a Frisbee or go to the park or go for a runor ride a bike or go skiing,” Klotz said.And that’swhereMcU’s comes in.McU’s,

whichwas voted Best Local Sporting Goods/Outdoor Gear Store, is all about helping peopleenjoy the outdoors.McU’s has had a starringrole in providing outdoor gear to Treasure Valleyresidents formore than four decades.“It’s a big toy store,” Klotz said. “We sell fun.”And Klotz is all too familiarwith the number

ofways people embrace the Treasure Valley.“It’s just unbelievablewhatwe can do here,”

he said. “People really ride their bikes here year-round, except in certain situations. People golf –

you can see them out on the golf course nine, 10,11months of the year.”“I ridemy bike a lot up in the hills, andwhen

it gets really hot I sneak down to the Greenbeltand spin out 15 or 20miles. There’s peopleeverywhere.”One of those people is BradWilson,who took

over as the general manager of Bogus Basin (BestIdaho SkiArea) prior to last season.“I’ve been riding in the Foothills a lot, and

I’m just amazed at the network of trails,”Wilsonsaid. “No. 1, just the variety of trails, but alsothe quality of the trails. I know everybody heretakes them for granted, but the smooth qualityof the trailswe have in the Foothills, even themountains, it’s something thatmostmountainbikerswould die for elsewhere.Where I camefrom it’s rough and rugged and technical andeverything else. Rarely do you find the nice,swooping turns and terrain likewe have here.It’s been spectacular.”

Wilson said the pastwinterwas alsospectacular for other nice, swooping turns – theones hemade in the fresh snow up at BogusBasin.“Itwas just so fun to explore themountain,”

Wilson said. “It’s really a great skiingmountain,overall.With the variety you have – because youreally have the ability to ski 360 degrees aroundthemountain – you can always find the rightsnow conditions.And, of course,with 2,600acres, there’s a ton of terrain to explore.”


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George’s Cycles,Multiple locations

BESTDog Park

1. Boise FoothillsBoise

OK, technically the Boise Foothills aren’tone big dog park. Butwe get it. There areplenty of off-leash trailswhere you canlet Rusty roam. But everyone is happierif a few simple rules are followed. Firstand foremost among those rules: Pick upPepper’s poop.Also, pleasemake sure thatthe dog isn’t harassing or scaringwildlifeand is no further than 30 feet away from itsowner. Following a few simple rules canmake everyone’s life in the Foothillsmoreenjoyable.Now go load up Chloe in yourcar and head out for theMilitary ReserveorHull’s Gulch. You’ll both be happy yougot the fresh air and exercise.

2. Camel’s Back ParkBoise

3. Nampa Dog ParkNampa

BESTLocal Bike Shop

1. George’s CyclesMultiple locations

George’s has been building, tuning,selling and riding bikes formorethan three decades, and the shop isa consistent presence in the Best ofTreasure Valley. Buying a bike in today’smarket is not a simple decision, and it’simportant to find the bike that’s right foryou and your lifestyle.Will it be a roadbike or amountain bike?A recumbentor a comfort bike?And then there areall the brands, from Specialized toCannondale. The good news is the staffat George’s dispenses knowledge forfree. They’ll have you off and spinningin no time.

2. Boise Bicycle ProjectBoise

3. Bob’s BicyclesBoise

BESTGardening Store/Nursery

1. Edwards GreenhouseBoise

Talk about some Treasure Valley history:Edwards Greenhouse has been familyowned since 1930. Each generationbrought its own touch to Edwards, butthismuch is certainly true: Edwardswasalways growing. Today, customers comefor the annuals and the perennials, thehouseplants and the trees. Edwards isa full-service greenhousewith custompotting and delivery available.Andif you’re thinking custom flowers foryour sweetie next Valentine’s Day, don’tforget The Florist at Edwards.

2. ZamzowsMultiple locations

3. North EndOrganic NurseryGarden City

BESTGolf Course

1. BanBury Golf CourseEagle

Picking a favorite golf course in theTreasure Valley can be a difficult taskbecause local golfers have plenty ofgreat optionswith reasonable rates.But you can’t gowrongwith golfingat BanBury.Alwaysmeticulouslymaintained, BanBury is challengingbut fair. But aword to thewise: Stayout of thewater or your scorewill rise.Designed by John Harbottle III, the 6,890par-71 public course has been the site ofnumerous tournaments over the years,including this year’s Idaho High School5A State Championships.

2. Shadow Valley Golf ClubBoise

3. TimberStone Golf CourseCaldwell

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BESTPlace to Hike

1. Boise FoothillsBoise

With 161miles of Ridge to Rivers trailson the Boise Front, the Boise Foothillsprovide an unbelievable variety ofhiking adventures. Stop in at a localoutdoors shop and grab a Ridge toRiversmap. Itwill help you learn aboutthe network of trails available in theFoothills. Hiking up to Table Rock isa rite of passage for Treasure Valleyresidents, but don’t forget the PolecatLoop. Or the Corrals Trail. Or Dry CreekTrail. Hikers can head out any day ofthe year and always discover somethingnew.

2. Table RockBoise

3. SawtoothMountainsStanley

BESTPlace to Camp in Idaho

1. Redfish LakeNear Stanley

With all due respect to themanyglorious camping spots sprinkled acrossIdaho, this is almost not a fair fight.There are several campgrounds in thearea, but the heart of it all is RedfishLake, a beautiful mountain lake with theSawtooth Range’smountains toweringover the glistening body ofwater.Don’tworry about the kids getting agood night’s sleep because they’ll beexhausted after hiking and fishing andclimbing and swimming. If you want torent a bike or a boat, those are availableat Redfish Lake Lodge and Redfish LakeMarina.

2. Ponderosa State ParkNearMcCall

3. Stanley

BESTPlace to Mountain Bike

1. Boise FoothillsThe Boise Foothills regularly receivenational recognition for the qualityof terrain.And it’s easy to seewhy:They provide the perfect playgroundformountain bikers. It’s easy to headout on your own, but youmight alsoconsider becoming amember of theSouthwest IdahoMountain BikeAssociation (SWIMBA), a nonprofit,volunteer organization that is all aboutmaintaining and building Foothillstrails. SWIMBA can help newcomerslearn trail etiquette and they alwayshave a cool event on the horizon.

2. Bogus Basin

3. Camel’s Back Park

BESTPicnic Spot

1. Idaho Shakespeare FestivalBoise

This setting alongWarm SpringsAvenuewould be a great spot for a picnic even ifthereweren’t a large amphitheaterwithquality entertainment offered. Birdsfill the air and the Boise River bubblesnearby. So bring that baguette and abottle ofwine and settle in for a showunder the open sky. The picnic areasand patio outside of the amphitheaterare always available for use before thetheater opens. The only downside: Thefestival can’t promise an ant or twowon’t show up asking for food.


3. AnnMorrison ParkBoise

BESTLocal Sporting Goods/Outdoor Gear Store

1. McU SportsMultiple locations

McU’s,which opened in DowntownBoise in 1972, built its reputation inthe early years by providing qualityski equipment,whether for rentals orpurchase. Today,McU Sports changeswith the seasons. So if you’re headingoutside to enjoy the Treasure Valley, theyhave you covered.McU’s carries bikesand accessories, disc golf equipment,camping gear and swimwear. You namethe outdoor activity andMcU Sportslikely has the gear for you.And yes, it isstill a go-to shop for ski equipment.

2.Outdoor ExchangeDowntown Boise

3. IdahoMountain TouringDowntown Boise

Redfish Lake, near Stanley

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BESTIdaho Ski Area

1. Bogus Basin16miles from Boise

Bogus Basinwas created in 1942.Since then, it’s spoiled Treasure Valleyresidentswith its beautiful terrain andeasy accessibility. Just a 16-mile drivefrom Boise, Bogus Basin offers 2,600acres of skiable terrain, seven chairliftsand 53 groomed runs. The recreationarea also features Nordic and snowshoetrails, a tubing hill and night skiing.Bogus’ longest run, at 1½miles, is calledParadise. That’s an apt description ofBogus Basin as awhole.

2. BrundageMountain116miles from Boise

3. Sun Valley155 miles from Boise

BESTSporting Event

1. Boise State Universityfootball

Boise

Some Boise State football fans don’tremember the fact that the Broncoswon a national title in 1980 when theI-AA team defeated Eastern Kentuckyin Sacramento, Calif. That’s OK. Thegame that really put Boise State on themapwas the 2007 Fiesta Bowl upsetof Oklahoma. Butwhether they arelongtime fans or recent recruits, Broncofans love to brag about the Blue Turfand the playerswho have excelled onit, from quarterback KellenMoore tofan favorite Ian Johnson to current studBrett Rypien.

2. Idaho Steelheads hockeyBoise

3. Boise Hawks baseballBoise

BESTPublic Park

1. AnnMorrison ParkDowntown Boise

Morris-Knudsen Co. founder HarryW.Morrisonwanted to honor his latewife,AnnMorrison,when he andhis employees built this park in 1959.Treasure Valley residents honorAnnMorrisonwith each soccer game played,each tennismatch dueled, each picnicenjoyed. The 153-acre park in the heartof Boise features about 1,200 treeswithabout 40 common and unique species.Go to parks.cityofboise.org to discoverall the different species that can beenjoyed on theAnnMorrison grounds.

2. Camel’s Back ParkBoise

3. Kathryn Albertson ParkBoise

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DINING

Hope you’ve already eaten before reading this.If not, your hunger level is going to be

taken up a notch by the establishmentshonored as stars by the Best of Treasure Valley votersin the Dining category.You could create quite a day of indulgence

by visiting some of thewinners. Consider thisgastronomic guide: Startwith awhite chocolatemocha at Dutch Bros (Best Local Coffeehouse),then head to Goldy’s Breakfast Bistro (Best LocalBreakfast) for some Eggs Blackstonewith a side ofGoldy’s Special Potatoes. For lunch,maybe itwill bea burger at Big Jud’s (Best Local Burger), followed bya craft beer at 10 Barrel Brewing Co. (Best Brewpub).Once the sun begins to set, head over to GoodwoodBarbecue Company (Best Local Barbecue) for somemeaty, juicyWest Texas Beef Ribs.And that’s just one day. The options for tomorrow

are limitless.Dave Boyle, the general manager at Chandlers

Prime Steaks and Fine Seafood, is proud to be a partof Boise’s restaurant landscape.

“I thinkwe’re seeing some cool trends in dining,”Boyle said. “When I look at some of those restaurantsthat are kind of pushing the envelope – I look at TheDish, I look at TheModern – I’ve come to expectsome really cool, avant-garde stuff from them.We’vedefinitely got the locally sourced and the local farmthing happening,with probably Bittercreek and RedFeather leading the charge there.“Whilewe’re still burgeoning and findingwhowe

are, I think we’ve got a solid base.”Chandlers has firmly established itself as part of

that solid base,winning in the Best Local Fine Diningand Best Local Steakhouse categories and finishing inthe top three in three other categories.“There’s something striking about our restaurant

when you firstwalk in,” Boyle said. “It’s got a classicsteakhouse feel, butwe’ve got a verymodern feel,aswell.…We have the ability to be a lot of differentthings to a lot of different people.”Indeed. Chandlers features any number of steak

and seafood options and awine list that has 700selections by the bottle and 30 by the glass (it is

currently designatedwith a Wine Spectator Best ofAward of Excellence).The restaurant also features a Social Hourwith

some value price points and livemusic 365 days ayear. “And, of course,we pride ourselves on ourservice,” Boyle said. “We are the only restaurant inIdaho to be a Forbes-recommended restaurant.”So, yes, Chandlers can be a quality option for

Treasure Valley diners. But the good news is this: It isone ofmany.“I’m really fortunate that Iwork down the street

from Bleubird. You talk about fresh ingredients,”Boyle said of the restaurant that voters named BestLocal Grab-and-Go Lunch and Best Local Sandwich.The choices – and reader favorites – go on and

on. Barbacoa, for example, finished in the top threein seven categories, and Jakerswon three first-placeawards and placed in the top three in two othercategories.Likewe said: Hope you’d already eaten before

reading this. But if not, read on and find a great placeto go have ameal.


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Golden Star, Boise

BESTLocal Asian Restaurant

1. Golden Star RestaurantBoise

Golden Star has been a Treasure Valleyinstitution formore than five decades.The restaurant has a loyal customerbase, and it’s easy to seewhat bringspeople back again and again. Try theSpecial Fried Rice or theMongolian Beefand you justmight become a regular,too.And if you’re looking for a placetomake a large group happy, check outGolden Star’s large round tableswithlazy Susans that allow everyone to sharethe family fare.

2. Mai ThaiDowntown Boise

3. ChiangMaiBoise

BESTBakery

1. Big City CoffeeMultiple locations

Is there anything better than the aromaof coffeemixedwith the sight of awell-stocked counter of pastries? BigCity Coffee in the Linen District hasbuilt a solid reputation for deliciousbakery goods. Try the Pumpkin ChaiMuffin or the Cherry Pie Scone.Withthe comfortable, casual atmosphere youmight think youwere stopping in fora fewminutes and then realize you’vebeen lingering for hours.All the pastriesare baked in-house daily.And didwemention the buttermilk biscuits?

2. Pastry PerfectionBoise

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BESTBartender

1. Michael Bowers,TheModernDowntown Boise

Several elements go into enjoying aquality cocktail. There’s the atmosphere,the presentation, the ingredients.And then there’s the person slidingthe glass across the bar. People havebeen enjoying Bowers’ art for sometime (Bowers is a repeatwinner in

this category). Bowers delivers qualitycocktails – from the Duplex to theHanky Panky to theAladdin Sane –with a twist ofwhimsy.And if youwant to talk music, Bowers is your guy:He has a degree inmusic theory andcomposition from the College of Idaho.

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BESTBrewery

1. Sockeye Grill and BreweryMultiple locations

The competition in this category hasbecome increasingly fierce in recentyears as the craft brewingworld hasblown up in the Treasure Valley andacross Idaho. But Sockeye has becomeboth an institution and a trendsetterwith its award-winning beers: Thebrewery netted an Idaho-best sixawards at the 2015 NorthAmerican BeerAwards. Feeling hoppy? Try the DaggerFalls.Want something a little lighter? Gofor the Galena Gold.

2. Payette Brewing Co.Boise

3. 10 Barrel Brewing Co.Downtown Boise

BESTBrewpub

1. 10 Barrel Brewing Co.Downtown Boise

There’s no doubt that 10 Barrelestablished itself as a go-to brewpubwhen it opened in early 2013 atthe corner of 8th and Bannock inDowntown Boise. The large selection ofquality craft beer goeswithout saying.But 10 Barrel also offers quality food topairwith that beer: Try The Hippy Pizzaor the 10 Barrel Burger to verify this. Butlet’s be real. It’s really about the beer.So if youwant a classic Northwest IPAorder the Joe.

2. Bittercreek Ale HouseDowntown Boise

3. Sockeye Grill and BreweryMultiple locations

BESTChef

1. LouAaron,WestsideDrive-In

Multiple locations

Where to beginwith Chef LouAaron?Dowe startwith the fact that he’sworked in some great Boise diningestablishments over the years, from theGamekeeper to the Royal to the Topof the Hoff? Or dowemove on to thefact that he’s created drive-ins that aremuchmore than your average drive-in,with prime rib specials and aMonteCristo to die for?We could go on andon, butwe’ll finish theway everymealat theWestside should finish –with thesignature Idaho Ice Cream Potato.

2. EnriqueMartinez, BarbacoaBoise

3. Dustan Bristol, Brick 29 &On The Fly Rotisserie DeliNampa and Downtown Boise

BESTFamily Restaurant

1. Idaho Pizza CompanyMultiple locations

Whatmakes a great family restaurant?Options.And the Idaho Pizza Companyhas options. The kidswill love the LittleSpud’sMeal,which is a personal-sized,one-topping pizza, a soft drink and aprize. The parentswill love choosingbetween the loaded salad bar or anIdaho Pizza Sandwich or a GardenValley Delight Pizza. But let’s be clearabout this: Nomember of the family cangowrong.

2. Red RobinMultiple locations

3. Texas RoadhouseMultiple locations

BESTFood Truck

1. KanakAttackkanak.co

There’s nothingmore exciting for aroaming foodie than to discover aquality food truck.And KanakAttackdelivers quality food – literally. Thenext time you’re hosting an event,consider the fact that KanakAttack isan affordable option – for $100 you canbook the KanakAttack truck for up totwo hours.Themenuwill certainly have somethingfor everyone, from street tacos to spicyAsian coleslaw.

2. Archie’s Placearchies-place.com

3. Boise Fry Companyboisefrycompany.com

10 Barrel Brewing Co., Downtown Boise

Payette Brewing Co., Boise

Chef Lou Aaron (left),Westside Drive-In


BESTFrozen Yogurt

1. U-SwirlMultiple locations

Everybody aspires to be a frozen yogurtartist. U-Swirl allows those ambitionsto come to fruition. U-Swirl lets youchoose from awide array of toppingsand create amasterpiece. Startwiththe frozen yogurt –maybe itwill beAngel Food Cake or Blueberry Burst –and then top it off with your favoritetoppings. Yourwork of artwill be pricedbyweight so you control howmuchyou’ll pay. Go healthy or load it up andbe a little decadent.Wewon’t judge.

2. Aspen LeafEagle

3. TCBYMultiple locations

BESTIdaho Winery

1. Ste. ChapelleWineryCaldwell

A qualitywinery should have a few keyelements, and Idaho’s largestwinery hasall the bases covered. Startwith a largeselection of qualitywines from a softwhite to a hearty cabernet sauvignonto everything in between.Move onto a tasting room that is inspired bythe Ste. Chapellemedieval Gothicchapel in France and the scenic SunnySlope grounds that have hostedmanymemorableweddings and events.Addit all up and you’ve got awinery that’s apleasure to visitwithwines that can becherished. Here’s to Ste. Chapelle!

2. CinderWinesGarden City

3. TelayaWine Co.Garden City

BESTLocal Barbecue

1. Goodwood BarbecueCompany

Multiple locations

When you settle into a table atGoodwood, it’s a good idea tomakesure you have a stack of napkins nearby.Becausewith three varieties of ribs –baby back, St. Louis-style andWestTexas Beef ribs – things can tend to geta little, ahem, saucy. But this is no placeto be shy about your dinner. Dig rightin and enjoy all the fixings, fromMom’sPotato Salad to Near East Rice Pilaf toLoaded Smashed Potatoes. One finalword of advice: Bring your appetite.

2. Bodacious Pig BarbecueEagle

3. MickeyRay’s BBQBoise

BESTLocal Breakfast

1. Goldy’s Breakfast BistroDowntown Boise

Even if you justmoved to the TreasureValley yesterday, you’ve probablyalready heard of Goldy’s BreakfastBistro. The restaurant’s reputation islegendary, and after a visit to the quaintbistro on Capitol Boulevard, it’s easyto seewhy. The Spicy Chicken Benny isa perfect breakfast, but it’s also a lot offun to build a breakfastwith all of the ala carte options. The bistro only has 56seats, so a long line of hungry customersused to form outside. Nomore. Nowyou can put your name on thewaitinglist,wander the streets of Boise untilyour table is ready and they’ve givenyou a call on your cellphone.

2. Big City CoffeeDowntown Boise

3. The Egg FactoryMultiple locations

BESTLocal Burger

1. Big Jud’sBoise

Yes, there is something on Big Jud’smenu called a “hamburger.” Butwhywould you stop there? Please considerbranching out and trying the OrtegaBurgerwith green chilies and sourcream. Or the Hawaiian Burgerwithpineapple, ham and Swiss cheese. Thereare just toomany tempting optionsto stop at “hamburger.”And by nowyou’ve certainly heard of the Big JudChallenge, right? Finish the One PoundChallenge and get your picture on theWall of Fame. Finish the Two PoundChallenge and get your picture on theWall of FameAND themeal is free. Themenuwarns you, however: “Many havetried, few have triumphed.”

2. Boise Fry CompanyBoise

3. Westside Drive-InBoise

Big Jud’s, Boise andMeridian

Goldy’s Breakfast Bistro, Downtown Boise

Ste. ChapelleWinery, Caldwell

Goodwood Barbecue Company,Multiple locations


BESTLocal Bloody Mary

1. BACONDowntown Boise

What’s better than a classic BloodyMary?ABACON BloodyMary. Therestaurant on 9th Street in DowntownBoise features a full bar, but themenudeclares the BACON BloodyMary“Our Star!”And BACON knows theperfect complementary treat to enjoywhile you’re sipping on that delectablecocktail: bacon. Go ahead and sampleall eight varieties, from theMapleRosemary Bacon to the Chocolate Bacon.

2. Bardenay Restaurant & DistilleryDowntown Boise and Eagle

3. Slick’s BarNampa

BESTLocal Coffeehouse

1. Dutch BrosMultiple locations

When you think Dutch Bros., youprobably think about quality coffee onthe go.After building its reputationwithseveral drive-through shops throughoutthe Treasure Valley, it opened a locationin November at 14th and State in Boisewith awalk-in option. Butwhetheryou’re going to sit and stay for awhileor you need to hit the road, the upbeat,energetic staffwill set you upwith ahandcraftedmocha or lattemadewithcoffee beans that are hand-roasted dailyin Grants Pass, Ore.

2. FlyingMCoffeehouseBoise and Nampa

3. Big City CoffeeDowntown Boise

BESTLocal Dessert

1. Goody’sBoise

Step back in time and enjoy all thewonders of a classic soda fountain atGoody’s in Hyde Park. Ice cream is themain attraction here, and you can’t gowrong with the homemade cones andtraditional banana splits. But you won’tbe sorry if you branch out and try aTurtle Sundae or a Linda’s Love,withcherry and bittersweet toppings.Afterloading up on ice cream, it’s a good ideato get some of their assorted chocolatesto go.And some caramel corn.Andmaybe a big ol’ jawbreaker.

2. Fanci FreezBoise

3. Janjou PatisserieBoise

BESTLocal Fine Dining

1. ChandlersDowntown Boise

It’s hard to beat Chandlerswhen itcomes to fine dining in the TreasureValley. Start with the wine,with 700bottles and 30 by-the-glass options.Move on to a quality steak or somefine seafood – and know that itwill befresh because Chandlers has contractswith Hawaiian fishermen. Finish witha classic chocolate souffléwith GrandMarnier Cream and chocolate sauce.When all is said and done, and the valethas returned your car, youwill knowthat you’ve beenwined and dined byone classic restaurant.

2. BarbacoaBoise

3. Jakers Bar and GrillMeridian

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Local Fries

1. Boise Fry CompanyMultiple locations

If you’re going to have a restaurantin Idaho centered around french friesyou better be pretty serious aboutyour product. Don’tworry: Boise FryCompany takes fries seriously (whilehaving fun at the same time). Theystartwith fresh potatoes fromM&MHeath Farms in Buhl, then fry them innatural sunflower oil. The fries are leftunsalted so you can create your own fryflavor from themyriad seasonings anddipping sauces available. Speaking ofchoices, Boise Fry Company features sixpotato varieties. Burgers are also on themenu, but youmight decide to just gowith a second order of fries.

2. Highlands Hollow BrewhouseBoise

3. Big Jud’sBoise

BESTLocal Gluten-Free Menu

1. Boise Co-opBoise andMeridian

The Co-op has been synonymouswithfresh, healthy food in the TreasureValley since opening in 1973. The storecontinues to changewith the times, andwithmore andmore people looking

for gluten-free options, the Co-op has avariety of choices throughout the store.But if you’re looking for a great grab-and-gomeal, look no further than theCo-op deli. Build your own sandwichon their gluten-free bread. The Co-opalso has classes that can teach youmoreabout a gluten-free lifestyle.

2. Jake’s Gluten FreeMarketBoise

3. Le PeepMeridian

BESTLocal Grab-and-Go

Lunch

1. BleubirdDowntown Boise

Bleubird is listed as TripAdvisor’sNo. 2 restaurant in Boise, so clearlythe restaurant has gained a rabidfollowing since setting up shop inDowntown Boise in 2012. The keywordat Bleubird is fresh— fresh ingredientsthat combine tomake tasty sandwichesand deli offerings. Expect themenuto changewith the seasons, but alsoexpect eachmenu to offer somethingfor carnivores and vegetarians alike.Bleubird also caters to office parties andlarge events.

2. Zen BentoMultiple locations

3. Boise Co-opBoise andMeridian

Boise Fry Company,Multiple locations


Delsa’s Ice Cream Parlour, Boise

BESTLocal Happy Hour


You’ll see plenty of smiles on customers’faces during Jakers’ Happy Hour(daily from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and latenight from 9 p.m. to closeMondaythrough Saturday). Jakers takes $3 offall appetizers during Happy Hour.Addin half-price beer, housewine andwelldrinks and you can see that Jakers isreally on to something. But the kicker is$3 off top-shelf cocktails and premiumliquor andwine by the glass.With dealslike that, Happy Hour can’t come soonenough.

2. BarbacoaBoise

3. Bardenay Restaurant & DistilleryDowntown Boise and Eagle

BESTLocal Ice Cream

1. Delsa’s Ice Cream ParlourBoise

Does Delsa’s do ice cream?Might aswell ask if the sky is blue. Delsa’s hasbeen serving up homemade ice creamon Ustick Road longer thanmostTreasure Valley residents can remember.Try one of themore traditional flavorsfor your old-fashionedmilkshake orpick amore exotic flavor off the “icecreamwall.” Delsa’s also serves up thePecan Ball, a scoop of French vanillaice cream rolled in chopped pecans andcovered in hot fudge or caramel.

2. Goody’sBoise

3. Fanci FreezBoise

BESTLocal Italian Restaurant

1. Luciano’s ItalianRestaurant

Boise

If themembers of the Rat Packwerelooking for a place to eat in the TreasureValley, you can be sure that Frank andDean and Sammywould head on overto Luciano’s on Orchard. Luciano’sprovides all that you expect from aclassic Italian restaurant: flavorfulpasta, delicious pizza and classic housespecials like VealMarsala and PestoHalibut. If youmanage to leave roomfor dessert – and good luckwith thatone – try Lucci’s Signature ChocolateCake.

2. Gino’s Italian Ristorante & BarMeridian

3. Asiago’s Restaurant &WinebarDowntown Boise

BESTLocal Margarita

1. MatadorDowntown Boise andMeridian

Who knew therewere somany varietiesof tequila? BeforeMatador came along,Treasure Valley residentsmight havesettled for something sticky and sweetand vaguelymargarita-ish. Nomore.Head to theMatador and find outwhata joy a truemargarita can be as thefriendly staff offers you a hand-shaken,classicmargarita.And if you’re readyto be a tequila connoisseur, check outTop Shelf Tuesday,when you can try thereally good stuff.Any tequila $12 andup is half price.

2. CaféOlé Restaurant & CantinaBoise andMeridian

3. BarbacoaBoise

BESTLocal MexicanRestaurant

1. Enrique’sMexicanRestaurant

Kuna

Do you have some Boise friendswhomake the drive out to Kuna just to enjoyEnrique’sMexican fare? But you’venever gone out of yourway to try it foryourself? Por favor,make the effort.Enrique’swill reward youwith sometraditional, authenticMexican food. Butbring your appetite and be prepared tomake some tough decisions because themenu ismassive. You can’t gowrongwith any of the house specials, however,from the Polla con Crema to the ChileColorado.

2. Andrade’sBoise

3. Chapala Mexican RestaurantMultiple locations

BESTLocal Night Food


Ever sat through a three-hour summerblockbustermovie in the evening andleft the theater knowing that popcornwasn’t going to get you throughthe night? That’swhen you turn toJakers. The appetizers are perfect forsharing, and from 9 p.m. until closingthe entire appetizermenu is $3 off.So startwith a garden salad and thenmix andmatch some coconut prawnsand prime rib sliders. Or gowith theGorgonzolawaffle fries and crab-stuffedmushrooms. You and your friends won’tleave hungry.And you can discuss thattwist at the end of the flick, too.

2. Los Beto’sMexican FoodMultiple locations

3. Pie HoleDowntown Boise

BESTLocal Pizza

1. Flying PieMultiple locations

If you’ve driven by a Flying Pie andseen amessage on one of their signsyoumight have guessed that this placelikes to have fun. Youwould be right.Flying Pie aims to put a smile on yourface, in any number ofways. Checkout the “It’s Your Day” promotion andget a chance to build your own pie. Orfind outwhat’s on tap tonight: FlyingPie constantly rotates their draft beerselection to keep things fresh. GourmetNight offers a chance to try some piesoutside of the box.And then there’shabanero season: ThisAugustwill markthe 23rd season of their famously hothabanero pizzas.


3. Guido’sOriginal New York Style PizzaMultiple locations

Matador, Downtown Boise andMeridian


BESTLocal Restaurant Service


Jakers knows that service is a big partof a customer’s experience. So expectthem to try towow youwith theirkindness. In a hurry at lunch? Jakerswill make sure you get back to thatafternoon businessmeetingwith theirExpress Lunchwith itswide array ofsoups and salads. Come back afterworkand let one of the friendly bartendersserve you a signature cocktail and thenthewaitstaff willwhisk you to a table,where youwill feel right at home asyou enjoy yourmeal. Jakers knowsthat good foodwill bring customersinto a restaurant. Great service bringsthem back.


3. BarbacoaBoise

BESTLocal Salad


Yes, having someone serve you is oneway to go about the salad experience.Then there’s the salad bar.Morespecifically, the salad bar at Idaho PizzaCompany.With all the options, it’s hardto create the same salad twice. But that’sOK. Because one day youmight feellike blue cheese dressing and the nextyoumight feel like Italian. But that’sthe beauty of the salad bar: You get tofollow your whims.And don’t worry ifyou’re having a pizza delivered: IdahoPizza Companywill show up at yourdoorwith a delivery salad.

2. ForkDowntown Boise

3. Flatbread Neapolitan PizzeriaMultiple locations

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BESTLocal Sandwich

1. BleubirdBoise

Bleubird’s slogan is “Boise-basedsandwich love.”Andwhen you enterBleubird, love is definitely all around.Because who doesn’t love a greatsandwich that you canwash downwitha freshlymade, in-house soda? Freshis the name of the game at Bleubird, soexpect some of the options to change,especially the vegetarian sandwich. Butif you’re looking for a PB & Honey or aclassic grilled cheesewith brie, Gruyere,or cheddar head to the corner of 10thand Bannock.

2. Cobby’s Sandwich ShopMutliple locations

3. Deli GeorgeBoise

BESTLocal Seafood Restaurant

1. Lucky Fins Seafood GrillDowntown Boise

Geography lesson: There are no oceanwaves near the Treasure Valley. But thatdoesn’tmean there isn’t quality seafoodto be had. Lucky Fins inMeridian andBoise features Sterling Salmon,whichare raised in the Pacific Ocean, hand-selected and harvested on ice to ensurethe freshest salmon possible. Only thetop five percent of all salmon qualifies tobe Sterling.And if it’s quality calamariyou are after, Lucky Fins gets itscalamari from the Town Dock in PointJudith, RI. It’s the only squid labeled“Green – Best Choice” byMonterey BayAquarium’s SeafoodWatch.

2. FreshOff The HookMultiple locations


Idaho Pizza Company,Multiple locations

Bleubird, Downtown Boise

Lucky Fins Seafood Grill, Downtown Boise


BESTLocal Sports Bar

1. BigAl’sMeridian

OK, there’s no gambling allowed, butdon’t be surprised if you feel like youjustwalked into a huge Las Vegassportsbookwhen you enter BigAl’ssports bar. The 55-footwidescreen TVis the center of attention, but there areplenty of other TVs to bring you all thelive sporting events of the day. Lookingfor that Packers-Lions game? BigAl’shas DirecTV’s NFL Sunday Ticket inaddition to college football networks,NBA League Pass, NHL Center Ice andMLB Extra Innings. So, settle inwithone of theirmultiple beers on tap andorder some food. The game’s on!

2. Ram Restaurant & BreweryBoise andMeridian

3. Hyde Park PubDowntown Boise

BESTLocal Steakhouse


It goeswithout saying that asteakhouse’s reputation is built aroundits beef. Chandlers has something toplease every steak lover, from corn-fedMidwest steaks to Northwest grass-fedfilets toAmerican Kobe Beef to authenticJapaneseWaygu Beef. Of course, you’llwant to accompany that steakwith aglass ofwine, and Chandlers has 30by-the-glass options.At Chandlers,you’ll find a classic steakhouse vibewith serverswho know how tomaketheir customers feel pampered andcomfortable.


3. BarbacoaBoise

BESTOutdoor Dining

1. Bardenay Restaurant &Distillery

Downtown Boise and Eagle

Bardenay owner Kevin Settles knowsthat Treasure Valley diners love to eatoutdoors, and he loves to accommodatethem. The Downtown Boise locationoverlooks the Basque Block,whichalways seems to be bustlingwithenergy. The Eagle restaurant featuresquintessential outdoor dining,with aspacious outdoor patio nestled alongthe Greenbelt and a beautiful stretchof the Boise River.What better place tosip a cocktail made from spirits createdin-house?

2. Cottonwood GrilleDowntown Boise

3. BarbacoaBoise

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BESTSushi

1. Shige Japanese CuisineDowntown Boise

Chef ShigeMatsuzawa opened hisrestaurant inDowntown Boise in 1992and Treasure Valley sushi fans havemade him a consistentwinner in thiscategory. Shigemakes sure his restaurantcontinues to deliver fresh Japanesecuisine that is alwaysmade from scratch.Everything you’d expect from a Japaneserestaurant – andmore – can be found onthe Shige’smenu. Bring a date and givethe Yum-YumDinner for Two awhirl.Settle in for a feast that includes awholelobster tail, grilled prawns, crab legs,teriyaki steak, pot stickers, tempura andassorted sushi and sashimi.

2. Superb SushiDowntown Boise

3. Ling & Louie’s Asian Bar and GrillMeridian

BESTWine List

1. BodovinoDowntown Boise

If youwant to see a grown-up feel likea kid in a candy store, then set awinelover loose in Bodovino. Thewine barallows you to take a self-guided,wine-tasting tour of theworld through theuse of theirWine Emotionmachines.Interested in aMalbec fromArgentina?Load up your Bodovino card, insert it inthe propermachine and choosewhetheryou’ll enjoy a one-ounce, three-ounceor five-ounce pour. Each region of thewineworld is represented— fromBordeaux to SouthAfrica to Napa to theNorthwest.


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