Looking for a great romantic dining experience in Boise? You’ve come to the right place! Check out these 9 romantic restaurants that are perfect for date night or Valentine’s Day! Whether it’s a special occasion or you want to enjoy a nice meal together, these favorite restaurants won’t disappoint!
Downtown Boise offers a variety of options, from cozy candlelit settings to places with great views. Before dinner, you can stroll around the streets of Boise and then settle in for a delicious meal that’ll make your evening special.
Each restaurant on this list brings something unique to the table, ensuring that you and your partner or friend have a memorable time. Foreg about the usual dinner routine, and try one of these date night restaurants instead!
You can also check out the list of my ultimate favorite spots in Boise here to see if any of these strike your fancy.
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The Most Romantic Restaurants in Boise, Idaho
1 – APERICENA ON 13TH
This European-inspired restaurant is a pretty spectacular dining experience! It’s in an old house in Hyde Park, but they are known for their beautiful outdoor dining and delicious food. It’s casual yet upscale, focusing on organic, local ingredients and seasonality. The dishes change regularly and are all plated so beautifully! This is a great place to meet friends or go on a romantic date night!
2 – THE AVERY
The Avery is the newest restaurant in Boise, located in a historic building downtown. It’s the perfect location for date night. From the second you walk in, you can feel the charm of this restaurant and building, The drinks are amazing, and so is the food and presentation. You can definitely feel how much work they put in to make this a fabulous experience.
Get Directions: 1010 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702
3 – CHANDLER’S STEAKHOUSE
Chandler’s is known as one of the most quintessential romantic fine-dining restaurants in Boise. It’s also known for its great steak dishes, awesome martinis, and live jazz every night of the week! If you’re looking for one of the most fancy date night restaurants, this is it.
4 – ALAVITA
What’s more romantic than a homemade pasta dinner? Alavita makes all of its pasta in-house with the freshest ingredients. Plus, the atmosphere is great for a date night because of it’s comfortable and cozy feel. They also have a wide selection of beers, wines, and cocktails.
Get Directions: 807 W Idaho St, Boise, ID 83702
5 – BRICKYARD
If you want a fun night full of great food and dueling pianos, go to Brickyard! They have excellent steaks and great cocktails and are perfect for a romantic date night. Definitely check out their Valentine’s Day specials as well if you’re planning a date night then.
6 – THE LIVELY
Upon stepping into the Lively, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to a hip, big city. I love the decor, cocktails, and food. The ambiance is what I love the most about this place; it screams romance, but their food is equally as good! My favorite thing on the menu is, hands down, the meatballs. You can either make a dinner reservation for the upstairs portion of the restaurant or sit downstairs for a drink without a reservation (they also serve the full menu down here). They also have an events speakeasy room at the back called Bar 40.
7 – RED FEATHER LOUNGE
Red Feather is connected to it’s sister restaurant, Bittercreek Bar and Grill, but RedFeather has a romantic vibe all it’s own. Request to sit upstairs for more of a quiet romantic feel, or sit downstairs to be part of the action at the bar and enjoy some great appetizers and main dishes. Their location in downtown Boise on 8th street can’t be beat!
8 – LITTLE PEARL OYSTER BAR
Little Pearl is one of Boise’s only true oyster bars and is owned by one of Boise’s only Michelin-star chefs! Inside you’ll find a modern, cozy dining area and outside a small patio that looks out on the popular 8th Street. They have a great selection of beer and wine options, along with a great oyster selection. The seafood chowder is wonderful, and so is the chocolate pot de creme! This is the perfect romantic night out!
9 – WYLDER
Wylder is a little more of a “hoppin” restaurant but still has a romantic buzz to it. Try their mushroom toast or honey badger pizza for a nice twist on a classic pie. Stay for their cocktails and enjoy a romantic dinner for two.
10 – COA DE JIMA
Coa de Jima is a great newer spot on 6th Street in downtown Boise, owned by the same people that own Barbacoa (another fun and great romantic option)! They have Latin-inspired food and great cocktails in a cozy and beautifully decorated atmosphere! I recommend reserving a table because it can get busy on weeknights and weekends.
11 – BARBACOA
Barbacoa is an experience. It’s a really fun steak house located right on the water. They have a great Valentine’s dinner and it’s the perfect place for a date night if you want a little splurge in a more fun atmosphere! Their bar is really big and they also have a great happy and rooftop!
12 – ALYONKA RUSSIAN CUISINE
Alyonka’s is one of my favorite restaurants in Boise. It’s small and would be perfect for a romantic date night! The Russian food is homemade, and it is to die for. If you want to step outside of the traditional American fare for date night, do yourself a favor and try this spot!
Get Directions: 2870 W State St, Boise, ID 83702
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Richard’s
I love Richard’s for a romantic meal. Their homemade pasta is amazing, and so are their cocktails.
Kin
This is an award-winning restaurant, and they offer a delicious pre-fixe dining experience!
The Percy
This is another brand new restaurant in Boise giving off a NY Bistro vibe. It’s a great place to grab a drink or have a romantic dinner.
There are so many great restaurants in Boise, check out my other post here! I hope you enjoy your romantic evening out on the town! Note that if you are going out on Valentine’s Day or the week of, it’s beneficial to make reservations in advance and to check the restaurant’s website for any prix fixe menus and events.
Now, do you guys have any you could share with me? I’m always looking out for new romantic restaurants in Boise!
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