These are some of Boise restaurant changes announced in 2025

The curated articles highlight a wave of new restaurants and food concepts arriving in Boise and surrounding areas. The coverage shows both chains and local businesses, often replacing old establishments, responding to evolving tastes and demands.

Happy Teriyaki has become a familiar brand in the Boise area.

NO. 1: THIS NEW RESTAURANT IS ‘COMING SOON’ IN GARDEN CITY — WHERE A BARBECUE CHAIN CLOSED

Fans of fast-casual Asian food have reason to be “happy.” | Published April 1, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

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Bad Boy Burgers is known locally for dependable fast food.

NO. 2: LET’S FEAST, MERIDIAN. LONGTIME BOISE STAPLE OPENS NEW RESTAURANT WHERE BBQ CHAIN CLOSED

Its motto: “Good is good, but Bad is better.” | Published April 7, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

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“Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and absolutely loaded — say hello to our Tony Jack Detroit!” Slice House wrote on social media. “With golden edges and a buttery crunch under layers of melted mozzarella, drizzles of ranch, and a topping spree of smoked bacon, Peppadew peppers, and a hint of honey, every bite hits the spot.”

NO. 3: ‘ANOTHER LEVEL’ PIZZA IS COMING, IDAHO. THE 1ST RESTAURANT WILL OPEN IN MERIDIAN

The brand from 13-time world pizza champion Tony Gemignani is seeing “rapid growth.” | Published April 15, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

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Sandwiches at Anesso will be made from bread baked at Garden City sister restaurant Black Moon Pastries & Pizza.

NO. 4: SECOND SANDWICH SHOP IN 3 YEARS TO CLOSE IN BOISE SPACE. GUESS WHAT OPENS NEXT?

A new tenant is coming soon to the downtown spot next to Cherie Buckner-Webb Park. | Published April 21, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

Zullee offers a blend of elegance and modern appeal at its Village at Meridian location.

NO. 5: HEADQUARTERS MOVED TO BOISE, CHAIN TO OPEN 2ND ‘INCREDIBLE’ IDAHO RESTAURANT

“Absolute deliciousness,” a Google reviewer gushed. “... A gem!” | Published April 28, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

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The Chef’s Board offers a delectable array of options.

NO. 6: ‘CHEF-DRIVEN’ RESTAURANT OPENS SOON WHERE EX-VILLAGE AT MERIDIAN ANCHOR CLOSED

Serving “chef-driven Italian favorites with local flair,” it aims to hire more than 180 employees. | Published April 24, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

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A server attends to guests during a preview dinner at Hemlock. By Michael Deeds

NO. 7: CAN THIS NEWCOMER ‘REDEFINE’ BOISE STEAKHOUSES? IT MIGHT BE THE BEST I’VE EVER HAD

Boise is experiencing an upscale steakhouse stampede — or surge, at least. Here’s a preview of the newest, which opens May 6. | Published May 1, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

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Koco Bell is back in action with Korean food and drink.

NO. 8: THESE TWO RESTAURANTS ARE AMONG BOISE’S BEST-REVIEWED. NOW THEY’LL TEAM UP

“We’re going to expand even bigger. That is what my job is now.” | Published May 9, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

Candela Viva serves Colombian food from a food trailer parked in Meridian.

NO. 9: THIS MERIDIAN FOOD TRAILER IS A ‘GEM.’ NOW A BOISE BRICK-AND-MORTAR IS COMING

“I only wish I had found this place sooner,” a Google reviewer wrote. | Published May 12, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

Kneaders Turkey Bacon Avocado Sandwich isn’t just good. It’s big. By Kneaders Bakery & Cafe

NO. 10: FINALLY, MERIDIAN! MUCH-ANTICIPATED RESTAURANT TO OPEN WITH ‘FULL EXPERIENCE’

“I would drive to Twin Falls and back,” a commenter wrote on the chain’s Facebook page, “but the gas would be a killer.” | Published May 16, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

Fans of El Pollo Loco soon will be able to celebrate with a burrito “cheers” in Idaho.

NO. 11: IN ‘GREAT NEWS’ FOR CALIFORNIANS, CHAIN PLANS TWO RESTAURANTS IN BOISE AREA

Boise’s transformation into California restaurant-chain paradise shows no sign of slowing. | Published May 30, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

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Everbowl “is an elevated fast-casual destination, rooted in wellness through nutritious superfood-based açaí bowls and smoothies,” a media release says.

NO. 12: WITH FREE FOOD, CALIFORNIA RESTAURANT CHAIN TO CELEBRATE IDAHO DEBUT IN MERIDIAN

Founded in 2016, the brand describes itself as an “elevated fast-casual destination.” | Published June 25, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael Deeds

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.