Chef Kris Ott is the Executive Chef for Fork and ALAVITA in the heart of downtown Boise. He received his training just outside of what some would consider the food capital of the world – Paris, France. MORE

BOISE, Idaho — I think it was a Garrison Keillor line: No matter how smug a Boise tech millionaire might feel as he drives around in his fancy Mercedes, his license plate still says “Famous Potatoes.” MORE

Like every other contender on this list, the owners of Fork—Cameron and Amanda Lumsden—made a commitment to source their key ingredients from neighboring farmers, ranchers, bakers, brewers, cheese makers, etc. However, Cameron and Amanda made an actual “Loyal to Local” pledge. MORE

Enjoy Easter brunch on the patio of this locally-loved downtown Boise restaurant. With a regionally foraged menu and a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar, it’s a must. MORE

If there are two things Idahoans absolutely love, it’s the great outdoors and incredible food, served with just a touch of hometown goodness. But we know how to eat outside the box as well! MORE