These 7 Little Known Restaurants In Idaho Are Hard To Find But Worth The Search

They say that the best things in life are worth waiting for, but when it comes to Idaho, sometimes the best places to eat are worth searching for. Know what that means? It means keep driving past those big-name restaurants, fast food drive-thrus, tourist traps, and downtown smorgasbords that all the locals flock to. Tucked in alleys, out in the middle of nowhere, or just plain overlooked, here are 7 restaurants that might take some searching to find but are absolutely worth it.

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Don't be fooled by the exterior and location of this old railroad bunkhouse! Inside, the decor is eclectic and classy and the gastropub-style food repeatedly called some of the best in Idaho Falls. D'Railed is particularly renowned for its regular Crabfests.

468 N Eastern Ave. Idaho Falls, ID 83402

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To call this open tiki-style stand-turned-restaurant unexpected would be an understatement. Family-run and featuring Korean BBQ with an American twist, this venue is slightly out of the way and even more obscure for those who judge by appearances, but the food is fantastic.

950 Watts Bridge Ln. Challis, ID 83226

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It can be a challenge to find good BBQ in Idaho, let alone awesome southern-style 'cue that is as diverse and as flavorful as it should be. The Rib Cage, tucked away in tiny Council, is relatively new to the food scene but is making waves with incredible eats that you won't find anywhere else. You'll never want a McRib again.

102 Mosher Ave. Council, ID 83612

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While Capitol Cellars may not be a secret for those who frequent downtown Boise, for those visiting or just starting to explore the City of Trees, it's a food haven. But it's also a literal hidden gem, tucked down a flight of stairs into the dark recesses of BoDo's main dining and bar hub.

110 S 5th St, Boise, ID 83702

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This little restaurant and deli can be easy to miss, but the colorful explosions of flavor and undeniable freshness will make it worth the hunt. Offering a slight international twist on classic and innovative dishes, you'll find many of the meals here have ingredients grown and harvested by the owners themselves.

151 N Ridge Ave Ste 40, Idaho Falls, ID 83402

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All too often overshadowed but not to be overlooked, this laidback local favorite is a bar and grill worth going out of your way for.

63 Depot St. Driggs, ID 83422

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Tucked away in the historic Fort Sherman building, which has seen more than its fair share of 9 a.m. debauchery, is a small family restaurant that seeks to overwrite the past with homestyle cooking.

705 River Ave. Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814

Is just thinking about dining at one of these hidden restaurants in Idaho getting you hungry yet? Let us know where your favorite is! But don’t stop with there — check out these hard-to-get-into restaurants that are mind-blowingly delicious.