You can usually tell how good a restaurant is by how many people are in the dining room. After all, there’s no better critic than word of mouth. Judging by this criteria, the restaurant featured below may just be one of the best in Idaho. After all, it’s rare that you see the dining room empty. You may have to put your name on the waitlist for this delightful hidden gem, but trust us—that’s a good thing. Boasting delicious and unique food creations, it’s really no wonder this popular restaurant is always bustling.
The mountain town of Ketchum is a culinary gem. Despite its remote location in central Idaho, the town is bustling with great eats, including the enormously popular Rickshaw.
You'll find this tiny eatery at 460 Washington Ave, Ketchum, ID 83340. Its small location makes it easy to miss, but the line out the door is sure to clue you in! After all, Rickshaw is said to serve up some of the tastiest food in town.
Rickshaw is your go-to place for a taste of Southeast Asia. It's here that you'll find tasty and comforting dishes like Vietnamese pho, sesame noodle bowls, mouthwatering dumplings, and so much more. Each dish is the perfect combination of homemade comfort with a gourmet twist.
The restaurant is "first come, first sit" and no reservations are accepted. This means its likely you'll be placed on the waiting list, but don't fret. You can always have a drink in their waiting area, hang out by the outdoor fire pit, or try your hand at ping pong in their garden in the meantime.
Once you do grab a table, you'll feel instantly at home in their cozy quarters. The smell of mouthwatering spices fills the air—the perfect teaser for what's about to come. The menu is full of wonderful dishes you'd never expect to see in Ketchum, like Chiang Mai Curry Noodles and Korean Fried Chicken.
After just one bite, you'll quickly realize why this place is so dang popular. Rickshaw is a like a little slice of Southeast Asia in Idaho, and boy, does it deliver. They are open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday (along with lunch on Friday), so be sure to pay them a visit for an impeccable dining experience you're bound to remember.
