Ola Restaurants

Where can you find a chef influenced by 1800s cookbooks with a background in mess hall cooking? This simple yet elegant restaurant offers just that chef, and the cuisine matches his original background. Oversized plates frame m... more

This airy beerhouse creates its own handcrafted beers and ales. A superb grill, providing tasty vittles, is also available, and children are welcome to watch the beers being made on site. For appetizers, try the Killer Bread, s... more

Built in 1905 and in the image of the U.S. Capitol, the Idaho Capitol is the only statehouse in the country to be heated by geothermal water. The building was completed in 1920 and features a rotunda floor in a marble pattern c... more

Serving specialty pizzas, this funky little joint has become a Boise tradition. The list of pizza choices seems endless, from traditional pies like the Contest Combo with pepperoni, sausage, olives and mushrooms, to the nontrad... more

Dishing up Mandarin delicacies for more than 14 years, this casual restaurant has been voted the 'best Asian food' in Boise by local newspaper readers. Diners select from specialties such as Bao Dumplings, egg rolls or Dry-Cook... more

One of the city's favorite downtown cafes, this eatery has pleased palates for years. Slow-roasted meats, hand-kneaded bread baked in brick-lined ovens and old-fashioned milkshakes are among the popular choices. Don't let the t... more

This outgrowth of the original Richard's Bakery and Cafe, which, not surprisingly, is right across the street, is located in quaint Hyde Park, a village within the city of Boise. The restaurant features original and unusual con... more

Serving an American-international menu since 1981, this downtown eatery attracts businesspeople on the power lunch prowl, as well as couples looking for a romantic night on the town. An inviting patio, perfect for warm summer n... more

A slice of Japan has landed in downtown Boise. Cowboys now sidle up to the sushi bar for a California roll and wide array of sushi delicacies. This authentic Japanese restaurant, decorated with delicate Asian touches, serves ta... more

This restaurant is locally famous for its prime rib. Diners will also want to try the delicious hand-carved steak, seafood, fresh fish and all-you-can-eat salad bar. Choose from 30 imported beers, or make a selection from the w... more