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    4.2 (2.5k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
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    Outdoor seating
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    Idaho red wine, Carajillo - IG @bougiefoodieboi
    Kyle W.

    This is a farm to table restaurant in Boise in the heart of the city. We made reservations just in case, for an early dinner at 4:30pm, and it was not too busy - walk-ins seem to be possible if you cannot snag a limited reservation. We got the Carajillo cocktail (seasonal) and a glass of red wine from an Idaho winery. The drinks were expensive for Boise - $16 for a tiny cocktail, versus the usual $11-15 price tag at most of the nearby restaurants. The red wine was decent. The Carajillo was interesting as it was a take on espresso martini with some citrus notes We got the asparagus fries, tomato basil fondue and grilled cheese, Idaho rainbow trout, and Fork's signature warm butter cake. The asparagus fries were market price and fluctuates. It was decent - texture is pretty much asparagus with some fried batter and nothing special aside from the ranch sauce that you dip with it. The tomato basil fondue was an interesting take on grilled cheese and tomato soup. The fondue candle is aesthetic only - it was useless in keeping the soup warm. The Idaho rainbow trout was a pretty good price - a whole piece of fish filet into 2 pieces with a decent amount of root vegetables and Brussels sprouts. The fish needs some flavor but fine when combining with everything. The warm butter cake was good but the presentation was a bit sloppy - the ice cream failed to stay in the center since the butter cake was sloped and not uniform. Service is fine as bare minimum but felt a bit abrupt and inadequate at times. For a restaurant that you can easily spend $50-100 per person, especially in Boise, it is on the higher end so I expected more from the service.

    BAM - Thick cut applewood maple bacon, Avocado, mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil pesto. With a side salad.
    Kim P.

    The food was wonderful. We had a party of 13 and everybody was very pleased. The waiters were great and patient with such a large group paying individually. My only issue was the restaurant is very loud which made even talking to your neighbor a challenge.

    Fork: plain toast and avocado
    Chiemi N.

    I attended a farewell brunch here with a large group of friends. It was a nice ending to a long weekend with friends! I'm giving 4 stars because the service was great! Very attentive! However, I didn't find a whole lot of vegan friendly items. I opted for dry toast and avocado. The avocado was plentiful and perfectly ripe! I also got orange juice, I also got an iced tea. Should have started with the iced tea because it was nice and crisp tasting the way I like it and got free refills on the tea. I would have saved $4 on the juice!

    Idaho Rainbow Trout Benny
    Alex K.

    I honestly didn't know a thing about Fork. We can as a large group of 16 or so people and I just tagged along for brunch. Located in the heart of downtown Boise in the beautiful and historic National Bank Building, Fork has that classy upscale feel. I love that that they also have a nice outside patio area if you want to take in a beautiful day. The bathrooms were clean and nice though is a bit weird that you have to cut through server station to get there. The menu has many unique brekkie items from chilaquiles to yummy sounding omelettes and a giant cinnamon role, but what caught my attention was Idaho Chef's Benny. Idaho = Local poachers + blackened & fried Idaho trout + local English muffin + Cajun hollandaise + crispy red potatoes. I've never had fish on a Benny so I had to try it. And I'm glad I did as it was delicious. One thing did bother me through and that's that I had to peel the skin off the fish and there was a little more fat than I would have liked. Still a good dish overall and worth trying. I do like that Forks big thing is buying locally from farm to fork. I also got a coffee but I didn't see it on the menu. I knew they had it anyway because what brunch place would've? The coffee itself was a bit too strong and bold. Not my style as I'm a medium body drink but it definitely seemed like a dark roast. I had to soften it was sweetener and creamer. I was a bit shocked to find out that the coffee was $6. They really outta put the item and price on the menu. I dislike when I have to guess at things, especially something as common as coffee. The server did forget my partners coffee though and had to be reminded. I get that we are a large party, but still. Overall I mostly enjoyed my experience and would go back again.

    Erin M.

    On our way to brunch we saw this place and it really caught my husbands eye. So with no reservations we headed here for dinner. We waited on bar seating which took a few minutes. The place was packed and rightfully so. After looking at the menu we went with the rainbow trout, the chicken dish, and truffle fries. Everything is farm to table aka farm to fork here. I've never had rainbow trout but it was delicious. My husband loved his chicken. Best unexpected visit and good service.

    Grilled Salmon Sammy
    Ryan O.

    Wait here for lunch ended up, running into some friends and sat with their table. I ordered the salmon sandwich and a beer for lunch. The bartender ended up being in our server and we had a pretty large table since I joined them. Everybody all ordered different dishes and it all looked to be pretty good. This looks like a really nice place that has a little more of expensive items on the menu. I highly recommend for lunch. The place looked very clean and very well put together and very well trained staffed.

    Mash potatoes
    Katie N.

    Came in on a Friday night and grabbed a seat at the bar. The decor had a classy rustic charm clean, warm, inviting with a great atomsphere. I ordered the Herb Crusted Prime Rib ($46), which is only offered on Fridays and Saturdays. The au jus served with it was delicious, but the prime rib itself was a bit disappointing. The temperature felt like it had been sitting out for a while. The mashed potatoes were not very creamy and bland in flavor. Overall, the restaurant has beautiful decor, a great atmosphere, and solid service at the bar. The food was okay.

    BAM Sammy
    Christina C.

    Good food. Nice ambiance. Great service! I got the BAM Sammy with mashed potatoes. The sandwich was ok, but the mashed potatoes were amazing! Carajillo has become one of my favorite drinks and this one was one of the best I've had!

    Smashed burger
    Doreen T.

    While planning our Boise weekend getaway, I saw that Fork came highly recommended, so I made a dinner reservation and I'm so glad I did! We were tempted by all the appetizers, but our waiter suggested the smashed burger, which turned out to be the perfect pick. Juicy, flavorful, and served with a generous portion of fries. The standout for me, though, was the asparagus fries, our first time trying anything like that, and we devoured the whole plate. We also shared the grilled cheese fondue that is dipped in tomato soup which was so comforting. The potato salad it came as large wedges of potatoes, which my husband didn't mind one bit since he finished most of it. Although our server wasn't the most cheerful, the food came out quickly and everything was delicious. A great dinner spot in Boise that I'd happily return to.

    Steak sandwich with truffle fries and garlic aioli
    Nicholas W.

    Really top notch steak sandwich and truffle fries with garlic aioli, this is a can't-miss in Boise. Service was friendly and attentive and I was quickly seated. Restaurant is visually appealing and upscale. Definitely recommend!

    SBC salad with white cheddar cheese and honey balsamic dressing on the side.
    Deena L.

    Love the style of this restaurant - a nice mix of historic architecture and modern wood & dark moodiness. The service was excellent! We were pleased to be seated right away, our server answered all our questions and we were checked on often by multiple staff. We ordered the Sleeping Dragon mocktails and crisped Brussel Sprouts to start. They were both delicious with nice twists on the traditional flavor profiles. My mom ordered the braised short rib which was very tender and she very much enjoyed the hearty texture of the mashed potatoes. I had the SBC salad with smoked salmon & arugula - wow! Both portions were very large. We will definitely come back here the next time we're in town visiting family.

    Outside. 5/24/25
    Lilah J.

    First meal while visiting Idaho from out of state! Exceptional farm-to-table and locally sourced food! It's the real deal, friends. From the fresh produce made into a winter grain salad to rainbow trout. This salad has quinoa, farro, kale, red cabbage,dried cranberries, sliced almonds in a peach and bourbon vinagrette. Healthy and delicious! The Idaho rainbow trout is perfect--tender, flaky and tasty. Their signature warm butter cake is very popular for good reason. Vanilla ice cream, fresh fruit, warm butter cake w/berry coulis is dessert gold that just melted in my mouth! The hubby and I were well impressed with the food here and excellent service from Halle. We'd love to eat here again when in town. 5 stars! PS: the outside around them is pretty too with lots of lovely flowers.

    Chicken sandwich with house chips.
    Michele L.

    Stopped in at 4:45 pm on a Wednedsay for a bite, without reservations. The host sat us at a nice table, eloquently and politely mentioning that the table was reserved for 5:45 pm. We experienced a great meal and fantastic service. First, we shared an order of crispy and herby black truffle fries. My dining partner had the crispy chicken sandwich with chips and I ordered the king salmon sandwich, upgrading from chips to the house salad. Look at the picture! Can't you see the freshness? And the fresh herbed sauces served with the fries, chicken, and salad were wonderful. The chicken was juicy with a fresh potato bun. The salmon in the sandwich was cooked to perfection. The roll was soft with the perfect crusty chew. The side salad was fresh, with perfectly pickled onions. Our server, Becca B., was exceptional! She was super-friendly, professional, offered thoughtful recommendations, and stopped to check on us at all the right times. A true pro! I'd definitely come back again. We didn't try the grilled cheese & tomato fondue appetizer, but it looked delicious, as did the desserts. Give this place a try!

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    Always good food no matter what you order! Fried chicken is awesome. Make sure to have the butter cake.

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    Food is very good. Service was excellent. Great bar and bartender was fantastic. Definitely recommend.

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    Had a great brunch there last weekend. Great service, good food. Relaxing atmosphere.

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    The Urban burger with the Parmesan fries is DELICIOUS! I love the atmosphere and our server was top notch!

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    Are there gluten-free and dairy-free options?

    Yes, both are available.

    Is it super busy on Friday nights? Should I get a reservation?

    If you're there before 530p, you should be fine. Bar seating is always an option as well. If any later, if book a reso, enjoy!

    Are they keto friendly?

    Sure. Anything with veggies and protein will work for keto.

    Is it fairly casual? We've been driving all day and don't want to get too spiffy!

    Yes, casual is totally fine.

    Any gluten free options or entrees, specials?

    Yes

    Can you order from the regular lunch menu on Saturday morning?

    Yes, but only sandwiches

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