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    Palooza Basecamp & Eatery

    4.5 (112 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American, Burgers
    Closed 11:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    PALOOZA BASECAMP & EATERY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Chris H.

    Passing through Cascade for the night, my wife and I were craving something local--but with standout flavor. Palooza did NOT disappoint. We rolled in on a Friday night after battling the Boise traffic, and were greeted and seated right away. That's when we met Jeff, it felt like reconnecting with an old friend. Friendly, welcoming, and clearly passionate about the menu. At his suggestion, we both ordered the grilled peach, prosciutto, burrata, and honey sandwich. I mean... who doesn't love the magic of sweet seasonal peaches, salty prosciutto, creamy burrata, and a honey drizzle to bring it all together? HOLY $#!+--it was next-level good. We were so glad we didn't split one! And the homemade potato chips? Crispy, perfectly salted, and absolutely addictive. Another treat you won't want to share--but probably should (if you're feeling generous). We finished with the warm salted chocolate chip cookie and ice cream. That perfect hit of salt elevated the rich, melty chocolate in all the right ways. It was the kind of dessert you don't want to share--but somehow still do. If you're anywhere near Cascade and want real food made by people who get how flavors should work together--GO HERE. You'll leave full, happy, and already planning your return.

    Bacon blue burger with truffle fries
    Robbie D.

    Warm and welcoming staff. Great ambiance, nice and clean building with cool art deco, also a nice big inviting bar to sit at if you'd like.

    Chipotle, chicken sandwich

    This place is a hidden gem! 5 star food and 5 star presentation! Awesome service too! The ambiance is great!

    Rueben with truffle fries.  Not very many fries included.  Bummer because I love me some fries.
    Yoonwa S.

    The food was good. The place is well spaced out and decorated nicely. The service was slow from wait staff to food getting out. The owner and cook put good effort into this place though and are willing to work at the establishment. Always a plus in my book. Overall 4 stars. Could be a star 5 if portions were a little larger for the cost or cost is just slightly less for the amount. Overall, I'd go back and try it again on occasion.

    A superb espresso that was gone in no time!
    Chasity J.

    You need to go here and have a Rueben! I've eaten Ruben's across the country and the food here is so far above anything else! The ambience, service, etc is top shelf. I also had an espresso that was perfection. The owner is such a nice, down to earth guy. We definitely enjoyed this lunch!

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    Thank you very much Robbie! We are so very glad you enjoyed!

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    Thank you so much Cody! Hope to see you back soon!

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    We love Palooza! Our son can't get enough of the buttered noodles and pretzels. The food is outstanding for such a little town.

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    4 months ago

    Really enjoy how refreshing Palooza is, a real gem in the small town of Cascade. Food is good, service is great.

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    Thank you very much Kurt! Hope to see you back soon!

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    Thank you very much Meredithe! Hope to see you again!

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    Excellent tacos today for Cinco de mayo. Always good food and the service was good. The assorted Margheritas were great

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    Great outdoor seating! The huckleberry toast was to die for and the service was amazing!

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    Thank you so much Hannah!

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    Thank you so much Melody, hope to see you back soon!

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    Lakefront Bar & Grill - Veggies

    Lakefront Bar & Grill

    3.6(102 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    Food was spot on. I…read morewas visiting Cascade for the first time and stopped by Lakefront Bar for an early dinner after a long day. I ordered the salmon dinner, which came with soup and two sides. The cheddar broccoli soup was surprisingly good, and the salmon was cooked well and had a nice amount of seasoning. There was a small mix-up with one of my sides. I had originally wanted vegetables, but potato wedges came out instead. The staff handled it quickly and brought me a side of vegetables without any hassle. That level of service definitely earned them an extra star. The portions were generous for the price, and the lake views are nice -- though next time I'll probably sit outside and enjoy them even more. Overall, good food, good service, and a solid spot to eat in Cascade. I'd happily come back.

    The desk clerk at our hotel recommended this restaurant. It was a Monday, and they are closed on…read moreMondays. So, we came tonight, Tuesday, at about 6:15. The place was very busy, and there was a wait. However, their system for handling new arrivals was disorganized. An older woman stood at a counter, and everyone lined up behind her. But, she never said anything, chatting with an employee, and no employees took charge. I walked to a register and was given a buzzer. Other people came after us, and also lined up behind this woman. Confusing and annoying. We waited about 15-20 minutes, and were seated. This was the only part of our experience that was good; a view of the lake. We waited close to 10 minutes, and our server came over, a young woman named Kiley. All of the servers were hustling, and I suspect they had too many tables. So, while she was doing her best, we received only average service. My wife being the generous, compassionate person that she is, we still tipped her 20%. The food was the worst part. We both had the surf and turf, an 8 oz sirloin steak and four jumbo shrimp. It comes with soup or salad (we chose salad) and two sides (we had a baked potato and fruit. Our salad and entree came out at the same time, which is a first world problem. Still, salads usually come out first and I prefer it that way. The baked potato was good, as was the salad. On the other hand, I was looking forward to grilled shrimp and these were breaded. Bummer. The fruit was like a canned fruit cocktail. Really? And the absolute worst: the steak. We asked for medium. It was dry, tough, and chewy. Essentially inedible, though I tried, but ultimately left a good portion uneaten. My wife did the same. This was the fourth place we ate at since arriving yesterday morning, and the only true disappointment. I'm not counting the hotel breakfast because you know what those complimentary breakfasts are like. No high expectations there. It is very possible that on a different day we might get good food and service. But, we'll never know.

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    Lakefront Bar & Grill - Lake view

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    Thunder Mountain Burgers - Classic thunder mountain with all the fixings really tasty

    Thunder Mountain Burgers

    4.7(102 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    These burgers are amazing! A simple menu with the freshest…read moreingredients, & delicious fries to match.. I can't get enough! They have indoor & outdoor seating with picnic benches & very friendly service that cannot be overlooked. I leave with a smile & a full belly every time. If you pass this place, it's only because you've never been before! Happy Yelpin Yall

    Ever hear of Keep It Simple Stupid... They have it down pat. Small menu so you won't spend ten…read moreminutes agonizing over what to have. Burgers are generally one of two kinds, A smoosh burger eschews vegetables and is lots of meat and cheese sometimes with grilled onions and bacon. The second type is a crunch burger with pickles, lettuce, tomatoes and onions, usually all cut on the thick side. Think of a very basic salad on a bun that they tossed a patty and cheese on almost as an afterthought, it crunches and makes noise as you eat it. I am definitely in the crunch burger camp, so weight everything else accordingly. This is definitely a smoosh burger place, their main burger, available in single, double or cripple, is meat, cheese, and bacon forward. I asked for pickles, lettuce, tomatoes and onions on mine and the cook is obviously not a crunch burger fan as they were there but sparse. Lettuce is shredded, onions are thinly cut. This said, I did notice something, there was essentially zero Mallard Reaction on the patties. If you do steak, pretty much any meat, Mallard Reaction is when the surface browns and you develop that wonderful flavor. This would have ben a much better smoosh burger with that sear on it. The french fries are closer to what anyone who has traveled to Europe would call Frites... this is a VERY good thing! Not sure how they prep their fries here, but frites are typically half fried, pulled out, go back in the freezer, and are finished later. This given a very crisp exterior, but a center that is very soft and moist, delightful! I have never met a person that dislikes fries like this. This method also leaves the little surface bumps as seen in the picture. So... Good smosh burger but maybe ask for it well done so you get the browning Just okay when turned into a crunch burger unless you are very clear about wanting lots of veggies. Heavenly fries (frites) Yes they have fry sauce, its to the left of the counter in the mini fridge Coke beverages Yes I will be back... for anther try at a crunch burger!

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    Burger and fries and blackberry shake

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