Stopped in here the other night with some friends and aside from smelling like cigarette smoke we…read morehad a good time. It was decorated nicely for Halloween. They have a pool table and other patrons seemed to be having a good time. Our servers name was Cloud and she was super friendly and attentive. Cloud assisted us in making our beer choice, which was Basquatch Hazy IPA, we each had 2. She said her favorite was the mozzarella sticks, so we started there. A gentleman from the kitchen came from the back and suggested we have a cheeseburger, which was only $6. My friend and I split it in half because neither of us were real hungry, it was cooked perfectly and was quite tasty. One of my friends came a little later and she had already eaten before her arrival. Cloud mentioned that there was an open mic night at 9pm, We tried to hang in there, but by 9:15 they hadn't started yet, so we decided to leave.

Root's is a smoking bar. Their food is pretty good and cheap! Bartenders are super nice and they…read morehave daily stuff! Mondays are 5$ dinner, it changes weekly. Tuesday's are taco Tuesdays and taco's in the pic are 1$ each! Wednesday is bingo, Thursday is karaoke! Happy hour is 5-6 and drafts and liquor drinks are bogo if they are under 6$ (which most are)!

This local bar is pretty cool. A dive bar with great prices, cool style, and friendly people! I…read moreshowed up on a Sunday after 9:00pm even though the sign said "8:00?" And they were still open! The bar has a big, thick solid-wood top with retro stools to sit on. The tables are slices of tree trunks...pretty cool. They have two pool tables and an electronic dart board. They even sell darts if you need a new set! Cool place to hang and have a drink or two.

New to the 2C and trying to find out our new hangout - after checking out 3 different bars - we…read morecame right back here. Nikki the owner and bar tender is so nice and the regulars all greeted us and welcomed us. Think we found our new spot . Thanks to all

When I first started coming to this bar it was a nice place to relax and sing karaoke. Yet now…read moreeverything has changed. The karaoke jockey (KJ) Chance has quit leaving the bar almost empty every night. The day time bartender (Star) is always finding an area that is not seen on camera and getting high from her THC vape and not being respectful to the customers. She has openly disrespected the other bartenders around the patrons and openly harassed patrons she doesn't personally like. Night bartender (Malinda) spends more time with personal friends than she does behind the bar. When she is behind the bar she has a curt attitude towards the customers thinking she's being funny, but instead is being rude and disrespectful. There are 2 new bartenders that do a pretty good job but they don't get the chance to shine because they are put on the back burner. After going to this bar for quite a while I feel that the atmosphere here has changed erratically in the negative direction. The patrons are great but it's the two aforementioned bartenders that have drug the bar into disarray.

I visited Vern's on a busy Friday and Saturday night. Both nights, the service was friendly and…read moreattentive. I ordered a few drinks, and each one came as fast as the last! There is also a pool and Karaoke. The DJ was on top of it and made sure everyone was included. There is smoking inside, which could be a turn-off for some people. The fun, dive bar atmosphere, good/quick drinks, good music, and amazing service is what makes this place one of my favorites!

This was our absolute go-to when we lived in the area, so a pit stop during my 3-day visit was…read morenon-negotiable. The highlights: Mushroom Bisque: The absolute star of the show. It tasted even better than I remembered--rich, earthy, and perfect. Cocktails: Still top-tier. Consistently some of the best drinks in town. Spicy Calamari: My old "usual." A little less tangy than I recall, but still a great start to the meal. Flat Iron French Dip: Very solid, though the Double Smash Burger looked so good I'll have to get that next time. The staff was fantastic--attentive and welcoming. It's rare for a place to live up to the nostalgia, but this spot still has great vibes.

My sister-in-law scheduled an impromptu lunch date here at Craft after hot yoga in Meridian! Since…read morethere are two locations, we opted for the Caldwell location because it's closer to our homes in Middleton. What a fantastic choice! We received wonderful service when we first arrived, and the restaurant wasn't too busy. As the lunch rush picked up, our table service did slow down a bit (felt a little neglected towards the end). To our server's credit, though, she had several tables arrive at once!! I ordered the salmon, and it was absolutely delicious! We also shared the Brussels sprouts as an appetizer--highly recommend them! I don't remember exactly what my sister-in-law ordered, but this definitely wasn't her first visit. She's gluten-free and really enjoyed her meal as well. One thing I really appreciated is that Craft offers plenty of gluten-free options, which makes dining here much easier for those with dietary restrictions. I also loved the décor--it has a warm, modern, and inviting atmosphere. You can see what I mean in my photos! Overall, we had a great experience with delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and friendly service. We're already looking forward to coming back soon!

Shut the front door and back the truck up, because this is something to be experienced for those…read moreinterested in tasting layers and complexity. Not the lame video content where 2 seconds into a bite an actor says it is soooo amazing. This is the real deal. As far as Oaxacan, straight up nails the flavor profile - which only comes with multiple preparation steps, layers, and time. Thus the expense. The only authenticity deviation I can tell is that the spice level is much lower, which my wife appreciated. It has been so long since I've had a mole that didn't taste like Hershey coco powder cooked in an overly sweet base with a little pork fat. Or from a Sysco can. After having some great experiences in northern Mexico and southern CA, in the decades since I had given up on finding a good mole. Their Mole Negro was incredibly favorable and dances on the tongue for a solid 30 seconds. Braised beef short rib was perfectly cooked and fork tender. Mole - mwah! Can't recall ever having a charred sunchoke (as a side), but now it is on my radar because that was super tasty. Barbacoa de borrego... during a trip going through Quintana Roo, I shared a meal with an ethnic Mayan community where the meat was freshly slaughters, dry rubbed, wrapped in leaves, and slow pit cooked over embers in the ground. Amano's style is using agave, which I liked. From time to time I purchase Boise River lamb at the Meridian Main Street Farmers Market. It's way better than New Zealand lamb which always seems a little gamey/off to me. The broth provided just elevated each mouthful. To have local Boise River lamb prepared as an authentic barbacoa... Given the amount of meat you get, it's totally worth the $108 splurge. But wait, there's more. Scallop crudo - my wife said it reminded her of the fresh shrimp and fish ceviche we had in Playa del Carmen. I loved the pairing with jicama and slice of de-seeded jalapeno (not spicy). Only warning - the dry spice they sprinkle scallops with can be a bit strong for some. Beans, simply amazing. Rice, pretty good. 4 salsa's offered a real diversity of flavors to do different pairings. Provided tortillas seemed more like authentic maize that is well worked, not the fragile disks you can get in the grocery store. The tres leche lavender cake was enjoyable, but didn't blow me away. Everyone was very friendly. Our server was awesome and super helpful. Great menu of mescals, which was perfect for resetting the pallet. I guess they are going to start up a tasting room in the near future, which would be pretty interesting. To get that real taste without having to spend thousands on getting to where the authentic exists - simply awesome.

A friend recommended Amano, and from the moment we walked in, it reminded me of being back in…read moreCalifornia. The service was impressive, and every detail was so thoughtfully considered! Our server, Ashley, was absolutely wonderful. Since it was our first visit, she thoroughly explained the menu and made excellent suggestions. She even showed me where Chef and owner Sal prepares the meats underground overnight and explained the extensive process behind them. Ashley then introduced me to Sal before giving me a peek inside the mezcal tasting room. I loved the agave goddess artwork in there! Sadly, I didn't get to meet his wife and business partner, Becca--but hopefully I will when we return! Ashley also took the time to show me the entrance to Cán Coctelería--Amano's speakeasy--from their outdoor dining patio. Now I have yet another reason to return! We started with drinks and cornbread. My Cadillac margarita was impressive! I also tried my hubby's Café de Olla--¡delicioso! I sampled their mezcal as well, and it was so tasty and warmed my heart in the best possible way! The cornbread was incredibly moist and buttery. They also serve a delicious sweet wheat bread that, in my opinion, is even better than chips and salsa! For my meal, I ordered the chilaquiles with eggs over easy and added birria. They were excellent! I love when the chips still have some texture and aren't completely soggy. These had the perfect sauce-to-chip ratio, along with a little spice--which I loved! My husband ordered the birria tacos and absolutely devoured them. The refreshing towel offered after our meal was another thoughtful touch and the perfect way to end the experience. Overall, I truly loved Amano! The food was delicious, the service was memorable, and the entire experience felt special. I'm already looking forward to returning, experiencing Cán Coctelería, and bringing our friends and relatives whenever they come to visit!

I've been here twice now, both times I got great service. I will continue coming here, the…read moreatmosphere is perfect. The people are friendly and sociable. I haven't been to the live music to rate it.

Good atmosphere, great people, full bar!!! Daily/Nightly specials beyond happy hour. :)read more

Happy hour is 4-7 on week days drafts are 4$ and wells are 4$ a shot They also have deals on…read morebuckets of beer. All day happy hour Sunday! Saturday's during college football is 1$ off all drinks! They do karaoke every Friday 8-12. They have plenty of tv's for sports and do potlucks on or around most holidays! They have lotto machines, pool, darts, and golden tee golf! They do not serve food, but they allow you to bring your own food in or you can order from the Chapp wine and tap next door. This is a family owned bar and they are all so nice! The main bartender is the son, Dazriel, and he is great! Super attentive! His parents are also amazing and super fun! This bar used to be Our Place, then it was The Vault 21, now it is called The bank! They got rid of the smoking, cleaned it up, put in flooring and decorated! Can't even tell it used to be a smoking bar!

The new owners have made the place look fabulous! Still the old towne feel the Middleton locals…read morelove, but very welcoming to the new residents also! Was great to see old faces, and the beer was ice cold and served with a smile! Had a great time!

The Depot Grub & Pub is a sports bar and BBQ/tap house in downtown Caldwell, Idaho, known for its…read moreTexas-style BBQ, full bar, and numerous big-screen TVs for watching sports. When we visited it was decked out in Christmas decorations and while we entered the rear entrance on the side of the ice skating rink . This entrance is also by the kitchen. Restrooms available for patrons this was a nice little bar that has a lot of potential. It had a really nice sitting area near the front door. It offers a lively atmosphere with live music, karaoke, patio seating, and a pool table, making it a popular spot for both food and entertainment. Service staff was helpful in food choices.

I really wanted to like this place more than I do. The menu is limited which isn't a bad thing, but…read moreI can't do dairy or gluten so I was extremely limited and could not eat anything as it came. No biggie. I got a side of street corn without the Cheeto dust or cotija cheese. It's wasn't bad, like 4$. The hubby got a brisket taco and a bag of chips. I tried the meat and it was pretty good! He said the taco, in whole, was pretty good but not 12$ good. Beers and white claws are 5$, at least the ones we tried. The place itself is very clean and not super noisy. The bar tenders (we sat at the bar) were very nice. Polite. We probably won't be back unless the menu changes, sadly, but if we were just in the mood for drinks, maybe!

Took the family out for a spontaneous steak dinner Sunday night. The food was great but the…read morehighlight of the night was our server Jess. What a gem she is: kind, genuine, attentive and welcoming. There are many places to buy a steak in Treasure Valley--it's people like Jess that make you want to come back for the experience. So often today, customer service feels like a lost art. It was truly nice to see Indian Creek has some folks like Jess that understand hospitality. We'll be back and will be asking to spend our evening with her. The food was great too. Prime rib for the wife and I, cooked just the way we liked it. What a pleasant evening it was. Thanks Jess and Indian Creek!

Save your money and go to Texas Roadhouse. For what they charge the steaks are just as good at TR…read more My WAGYU burger, ordered medium, was brought and it was well done and just was not impressive for the $27 price tag. Threw some ketchup on it and still didn't eat it! The upside was the service. The waitress was very attentive and did a great job. Save your money and go to Texas Roadhouse. I'm not even kidding!

My husband and I , have driven past this hand fulls of times over the last 3 years! We finally this…read morepast Saturday afternoon went here because we were in the area for alittle bit....I tell ya 10/10!! The staff was so friendly, place is super unique and cute when you walk in you can go to the left in that door and it's tables and chairs only and then go to your right ...in the door and it's tables , chairs and booths! Same restaurant!! The service was so awesome the food and hot delicious!!! Great size portions. A favorite dish of my husband's is a corn beef hash....IT WAS A 10!! The meat was super tender...he just loved it! I had Idaho omelette with pancakes YUM!!! We now know we can share something! However, if you don't wanna share then bring your appetite lol. We are happy customers we will be back to try all kinds of other meals and there's amazing looking desserts. So if you're in the Caldwell area and looking for a great restaurant to go and try Mr V's Family Restaurant is where it's at! Mon-Fri.7-9pm / Sat-Sun 7-9pm Happy customers can't wait to go back and try other meals and there tasty looking desserts.....Oh did I mention they have whole made milkshake!!!!! Thank you again Mr. V for making our first visit awesome!!!

I was excited to finally try Mr. V's Family Restaurant, especially after hearing about their famous…read morecinnamon rolls. When we arrived around 1:30 p.m., a young gentleman greeted us and let us know they close at 2:00 p.m. before seating us. Unfortunately, they had already sold out of the cinnamon rolls. There appear to be two dining rooms, so I'm not sure if only our side was closing or if the entire restaurant closes then. The food was good overall, but it wasn't seasoned much at all. I found their house seasoning blend on the table just as I was finishing my meal. I wish I'd noticed it sooner because I think it would have made a big difference. Our server was friendly and attentive, and our food came out quickly. The restaurant has a cozy, family-owned feel with lots of charming decorations, heartwarming quotes, and family photos throughout the dining room. One of my favorites was the sign that read, "I Love You Like Biscuits and Gravy." It was such a cute touch that perfectly fit the warm, cozy atmosphere. If I'm in the area again, I'll call ahead to see if they have cinnamon rolls before making the trip.