Wow, wow, wow!!! Burke and his wife (owners) hit it out of the park with these perfectly curated dishes. Every time we are in town this is a must! Some of the standouts are the Ukrainian dumplings, so full of flavor I could eat a whole bowl! Our favorite pizza is the Flying pig with the homemade sausage but you really cannot go wrong in this category. And the absolute must have is the mushroom ravioli ! To top it off our server Matt was an absolute pleasure describing the dishes in detail and suggesting the perfect wine parings. read more

Horrible customer service, had to make a change in reservation because the rest of my party got sick. They would not offer the change, and said i had to order take out instead to make up for their loss of a table this night. Too simply put it. we were going to come in the following week and this turned us off this place completely. read more

I love the idea of this intimate owner run restaurant, but there are a few bugs. The poached pear and Gorgonzola pizza topping was tasty, but the crust was so hard it was like eating cardboard. Opt for the mushroom ravioli, which I see on the reviews that everyone loves! It was delicious. My main concern is that this is a town of mostly older folks and background non-verbal music fits this type of restaurant and town, rather than loud words. How can we hear our seat mates? Be prepared when you receive your check that the owner will let you know the next party has arrived to take your table. Good thing we didn't order apps or salads. read more

I've been to every restaurant in Ketchum and I have to tell you that I've never been to this one previously. I can tell you what a grave is mistake that I have made because the service and food at this restaurant by far the best I ever experienced. The service was beyond good as the waiters were as enthusiastic about the food as we were about eating it. The quality of the food was a 10 out of 10. This is the place! read more

We called in advance to get a table for 5 and were told that we could easily get a table after 8:30pm and could show up as early as 8:15pm. No reservation required at that time. We showed up at 8:25 pm and were told it was too late to get a table!!!!!! We love their food, have never actually eaten there and was hoping to try it tonight. The service was poor, the explanation as to the change was ridiculous and I hope that the management understands how poorly the situation was handled. Super disappointed. read more

Everything on the cookbook menu is great. I CRAVE the clam linguine, but the spaghetti squash bolognese, the grey goose pasta, are all great choices. The mushroom ravioli is rich but delicious. The pizza's are all solid (my dad loves the flying pig!) and the starters are pretty consistent. I recommend the Meyer lemon salad and the summer/winter caprese! read more

Great experience!!!!! The nicest people and great ambience Food is really interesting, starters are amazing, haloumi, calamari and clam plate is outstanding Pizza dough is simply perfecto!!!!! Great place will return 100% read more

I ordinarily don't review a restaurant until I've been there three times. However, the service is extra ordinary! The food was divine, and our waiter was seriously the best I have ever had. The owner was our waiter and his wife is the cook. read more

Yelp did not disappoint with this place. I got the mushroom ravioli (big big win) and my husband got the BBQ pork ribs special. Both were delicious, service was awesome, and we left very very happy. read more

I have tried to order from Cookbook on multiple occasions, but they never have the capacity to handle to go orders. I finally ordered online ahead of time and was called about 15 mins prior to pickup where they told me they didn't have the items for half my order. I ordered at 3:30pm & pickup was for 6pm. I find that absolutely ridiculous and will not support this business in the future. read more

We had a truly special night here. Outdoor seating is closest thing to perfection I can imagine. Menu is just the right size. Service was impeccable, and food was spectacular. read more

My family usually likes to have one nice dinner on our vacations, and for this trip we chose to go to Cookbook. Thank god we did. The staff here were super nice and welcoming. They made sure to explain the menu and were willing to make accommodations with food restrictions. I got the Spaghetti Squash with Bolognese as my entrée, and the Habiki Shot as a dessert. My Spaghetti Squash was amazing, as the squash was cooked perfectly and the bolognese was seasoned well and full of meat. They also gave me the perfect portion. My dessert was also definitely worth getting. It was a small serving of dark chocolate pudding, made with a little bit of Japanese whiskey, and sea salt on the top. With a price of only $23 for my whole dinner, I 10/10 recommend coming here if you are ever in Ketchum, ID. Probably one of the best dinners I have had. read more

This was our last meal before leaving Sun Valley and we are so glad we experienced Cookbook! It was very last minute as we were originally on the Resy waitlist, but one of the owners, Vita, called us the day of to inform us that a table opened up. She was incredibly kind, understanding, and patient since we had to change our party size a few times. If you're looking for an intimate dining experience, look to this place! You will feel like you're in someone's home from the moment you get out of your car. They only have ~4 tables and, therefore, the service attention is all on you. The staff is unbelievably kind, attentive, and quick! The owner, Burke, even came by a few times to check on us throughout our meal. We enjoyed hearing about the history of the restaurant and why they named it 'Cookbook'. I cannot recommend this place enough as you can clearly see the passion, love, and gratitude on everyone's faces to serve you. The food is made with love and detail and the ambiance is full of joy. There are literally shelves filled with cookbooks to keep you entertained and Burke explained to us that they actually own those cookbooks -- he gifted each one to his wife every year. Overall, this restaurant is truly a hidden gem of Sun Valley. We thoroughly enjoyed the Curry-Butternut Squash soup with their homemade bread, the Dover Sole, and the 7-layer cake to name a few. Everything was spectacular! Thank you, Cookbook, for an amazing experience -- we felt a part of your family and left with very full bellies!! read more

Cookbook - Vita's famous 7-layer cake with sour cherries - New American Near Me - Ketchum, Idaho

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We are visiting from LA and had the best time at the cookbook tonight! A little gem in Sun Valley! This is a small, family run restaurant where they make you feel at home. Fantastic food and service! We had the Ukrainian dumplings, mushroom ravioli and grey goose pasta with homemade sausage. We liked it so much we asked them to squeeze us in tomorrow, which they did. Enough said? read more

Rip off!! Totally minuscule portions for a lot of money! Here's our $14 beet salad and our $20 pizza and our $10 cake. read more

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Great addition to the restaurant scene in Ketchum. Italian based with many delicious options and simple menu with outstanding results. Certainly on the short list for a week in Ketchum! Vita and Burke are we wonderful owners and hosts. read more

Service was friendly but pretty non-existent and slow. Pizzas looked great but did not taste great - the flying pig was super dry because it came without sauce and the margherita tasted like an average frozen pizza. Very limited drink options - just wine and sparkling water. Corn chowder soup and heart beet salads were good. Meyer salad was okay, but I expected it to be larger for the price. Mushroom ravioli was pretty good, but it came out luke warm and the sauce was incredibly thin. Roasted chicken breast entree was okay but could have used some type of sauce because it was a bit dry with the polenta side. Maybe we didn't pick the best dishes, but I would skip this place if back in the area. read more

My wife and I gave this place a try on a long weekend stay in Sun Valley. Looks like this place is pretty popular because we just showed up on a Thursday night in July, and the hostess acted like a reservation would be needed. However, she checked and there had been a cancellation, so we were seated immediately! We were not disappointed. I got the BBQ pork ribs over the mashed potatoes. It was very good. The pork fell right off the bone and the sauce was tangy and delicious. The potatoes needed a little salt, and the pork was a just a smidge too dry, but still very good. My wife loved her wild mushroom ravioli. I had a bite, and it was indeed excellent. All in all, an enjoyable meal. Would return! read more

So good! Beautiful outdoor space, deliciously fresh food, excellent service. A standout meal in a foodie town.

What an fabulous experience! These guys are working so hard to make outdoor dining successful - and killing it. We had the gazpacho, olives and clams to start. These were the best clams I've ever had!!! A little bit of heat, olives and amazing fresh bread made them a show stopper. We then had the ravioli and grey goose pasta; both were incredible. Then the house dessert was this layered Ukrainian cake with sour cherries - light, not too sweet, and delicious after a big dinner....perfect. With a super approachable wine list, we had a perfect meal. The service was great and both owners engaged with us on several occasions. Could not recommend this more. Thank you for a wonderful dinner!! read more

I hesitate to recommend it because it is a small room and I want to keep it to myself! The owner is warm and welcoming, and sets the tone for a well-trained and caring staff. They are top notch. The food, while relatively simple, is perfectly prepared. I had the "Cyprus", grilled halloumi on a bed of sautés spinach and cherry tomatoes. I loved it. Then the "Grey Goose" pasta alla vodka with house-made sausage. Perfect al dente. Prices are very reasonable for a ski resort town. This extends to the wine list. The owner is a sommelier and had assembled a list of interesting wines of excellent value, most in $30-60 range. The room is simple and small, seating less than 30. I think that helps with the personalized service. Note: there is no valet service and on street parking is a bit limited, so you may have to walk a block. It's worth it! read more

Made a 8pm reservation and since it's a small space and sometimes people linger, they needed 10 more min to set up. So they brought out chairs to sit on the patio (was not set up for summer yet). We liked it so much we asked if we could just stay outside. Our meal was amazing- meatballs, trout, cauliflower, vodka pasta with house pork sausage and a pizza- EVERYTHING was really good. And a great wine recommendation with gracious service. This place is a gem. We will be back! read more

This is the first time, after many years of using Yelp, that I've felt motivated to leave a review. We picked up 2 appetizers, 2 mains, and 1 dessert from Cookbook tonight. Unfortunately, the meal did not meet our expectations based on the price and high Yelp ratings. I ordered the panko-crusted sole with parmesan risotto, tomatoes, and spinach. I received deep-fried/overcooked fish with undercooked black beans, canned artichokes, and some tomatoes and small chunks of asparagus. I really don't like artichokes, and the beans were inedible, so I picked at this meal, but didn't eat it. My feelings would be different if I had been notified about the substitution in advance and had the option to change the order. The chicken dish was the best of the items we got, as the chicken was tender and the polenta was pretty good. The grilled halloumi cheese was rubbery and not very pleasant to eat. I am not sure if this restaurant typically offers take-out, or if this is a new effort due to the pandemic, but unfortunately it was not money well spent tonight! read more

Best restaurant in town right now. The service is TOP NOTCH. The food. Impeccable. Get the mushroom ravs I repeat GET THE RAV. Pizzas are cooked perfectly. Crust has crunch and chew. 5 stars for crust alone. Wine selection is the best in town. The 7 layer cake is unique, sweet but not over doing it. Delicious dessert. Burke and Vita you guys hit a home run. With love from Seattle. read more

We ordered take out for our family of 6. It was ready on time and delivered right to our car in the parking lot. The food was fresh and well-made, but like a few other reviewers, I felt the serving sizes were notably small (especially for the price). The tasty pizzas were definitely "personal" size - one of my teen boys ate the entire thing in under 8 minutes. I got a very nice grain/veggie bowl (called P&G) that was almost skimpy -- even with the addition of $6 worth of spinach. The restaurant could be a great choice if you were not super hungry - or not an active teenager. read more

Such a great spot! Service is very attentive and the food is some of the best in Ketchum. The mushroom ravioli is a must!!

Unbelievable experience. We celebrated our parents 55th anniversary and had a fabulous time. The atmosphere is so warm and inviting. The owners are welcoming and fun to interact with. The food was fabulous! I think our group had everything. Pork chops, pizza, chicken breast, clam linguine. Homemade pasta and very fresh ingredients. Great selection and variety too. I would recommend cookbook for date night, large group of friends, girls night out, anything... Cant wait to return! read more

We had such a fabulous experience at this restaurant tonight that we decided to come back to eat tomorrow night as well so my sister and her husband could enjoy the delicious food! The owners are charming, the ambience was perfect, and the food was divine!! read more

We saw these reviews and were looking forward to a great meal. Unfortunately, there were a few hairs and when I brought it to the attention of the waiter, the owner came over and insisted that they weren't from the kitchen and did not offer an alternative. We will never go back. read more

Cookbook was recommended to me by a dear foodie friend... First tip: make a reservation!... this small charming place is in demand. The servers were friendly and attentive, with smart recommendations for wine and food. We shared the wild mushroom ravioli and a mushroom pizza - both were exceptional. Put this on your list of unpretentious, delicious and charming restaurants to try in Ketchum! read more

We just returned from a lovely evening at Cookbook. Service impeccable, ambience (outdoors) perfect, menu awesome and the food was delicious. We enjoyed everything about this restaurant and will definitely return. Our server, Tanya, was absolutely delightful! Thank you for a great evening! read more

Avoid At any cost! When the owner says 'The Customer isn't always right" and is repeatedly rude and snippy, it's a quick reminder that we all work too hard for our money to put up with attitude, abuse and arrogance. There are soooo many other restaurants in town that are better and appreciate the customer. read more

Are at Cookbook again, AWESOME! Really, the pasta ala vodka and the pizzas were perfect. Yum! Great atmosphere, great take out!!!!!!! read more

Not sure which was better, the food or the service. Both were spectacular and make us wish we could stay another day in Sun Valley. Expertly prepared pasta and really great pizza choices served on an incredible crust. We want more! Ironically as it turned out the highlight of the evening was our super friendly server who helped us with what turned out to be two epic hiking recommendations. We so much wish we could thank her in person! Another memorable dining experience. read more

Service was great and the waiter gave good suggestions Food was excellent! Our party of 4 enjoyed our pasta dishes. Mushroom ravioli was superb and pasta with heirloom tomatoes was a nice lighter seasonal choice. Summer caprese salad and Halloumi cheese plate were flavorful starters. We couldn't resist trying dessert and the chocolate pudding and 7 layer cake did not disappoint- try both!! We would return on our next visit to Ketchum. read more

Great atmosphere and food. We did lots of takeout during COVID times. Recently have visited twice in person and loved the atmosphere, people, and food. Very relaxing. Lots of great conversations with Vida (the owner who also served us) and Maryana who checked in on us as well. We learned fun stuff about each of them personally and feel like we know them. What a nice way to spend date night with great food and talking with really nice and interesting people. Our food was incredibly good (I had the Ribs and my wife had the Special Bowl). And of course the 7 layer dessert is worth coming for by itself (funny story on why it's 7 layers rather than 11). You can ask for the backstory on your own if you go there. Great evening for us! read more

Food was good but service was not...waited a long time for food and then were asked to leave as next reservation was waiting. Just strange. read more

My experience was very disappointing due to our server. My husband and I ordered appetizers/ starters. The male waiter asked about our main course choices, and my husband ordered the spaghetti squash with sauce. I was recently diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and am not sure of how foods will now affect me. So, I asked if I could let him know after I ate my beet salad. ( at that point, I didn't share my private medical issues). He said " we have a one hour turn around time with our tables, so that is not possible." My husband and I were taken aback, especially seeing the empty tables around us. I, then, said, I'm having " stomach issues" (which was none of his business) and said that I wouldn't order anything else. After that inappropriate comment from the waiter, we couldn't wait to eat and leave this establishment. I read all the raves from other reviewers...wonder how the owners feel about this. Maybe if we had purchased a bottle of wine, we wouldn't have been given a time limit for our dining...no excuse for such unwelcoming behavior. read more

Delicious food, incredibly charming atmosphere, just a lovely experience all around. We dined al fresco, shaded by an umbrella. Everyone arriving at the restaurant was greeted like an old friend and the atmosphere felt so happy and alive. The beverages were super tasty (the Furmint wine from Hungary was a revelation) and the food outstanding. We even ordered all three desserts on the menu. We'll be returning to this special spot ASAP! read more

Absolutely fantastic! Great addition to the Ketchum restaurants, highly recommend getting one of their pizzas! To die for