The votes are in! It’s that time of year again when we answer everyone’s questions about another year of East Idaho Dining Awards from Idaho Falls Magazine.
Here you’ll find the restaurants that readers across the East Idaho region named the best of the best. With more choices than ever before, choosing isn’t easy. But stomachs don’t lie, and neither do the votes. Get ready, and bon appétit!
Best Diner
Dixie’s Diner
Dixie’s Diner sets the bar for what a classic diner should be, serving everything from milkshakes to vintage music. Every table at Dixie's Diner has a jukebox so that you, your friends and family can create memorable experiences while enjoying a variety of comfort food dishes. The menu offers a selection of salads, burgers and breakfast items and one of their favorites—the strawberry milkshake.
2150 Channing Way | 208-542-1950
2. Smitty’s Pancake and Steak House
645 W Broadway St. | 208-523-6450
3. North Hi-Way Café
460 Northgate Mile | 208-522-6212
4. Cedric’s Family Restaurant
1260 W Broadway St. | 208-524-4383
5. Rusty Lantern
10868 N Yellowstone Hwy. | 208-522-2254
Best Bakery
Baker’s Dozen
Baker’s Dozen is “where things are done the old-fashioned way.” The recipes behind these old-fashioned donuts have been crafted with a lot of love and passed down to the next generation. Try the cake donuts to put a smile on your face.
561 S Woodruff Ave. | 208-968-0391
2. Carsten’s Bakery
243 Cliff St. | 208-529-3629
3. City Bagels & Bakery
369 Shoup Ave. | 208-881-5778
4. Great Harvest Bakery & Café
360 A St. | 208-522-7444
5. Geraldine’s Bake Shoppe & Deli
3160 E 17th St. | 208-552-7057
Best Asian/Chinese
New Hong Kong
New Hong Kong serves an array of delicious and authentic Chinese cuisine. All of the dishes on the menu have been crafted to perfection and are sure to leave your mouth watering and you wanting seconds and thirds.
1820 Jennie Lee Dr. | 208-528-8883
2. Dee Kitchen
3160 E 17th St. | 208-552-7057
3. Hokkaido House
901 Pier View Dr. | 986-497-3908
4. Great Hunan
2647 S 25th E. | 208-552-3000
5. Hong Kong
1570 W Broadway St. | 208-522-9919
Best Barbeque
Pitmaster BarBQue Company
Pitmaster BarBQue Company is the authentic barbecue expert. With its distinctive sauces and rubs, this barbecue restaurant will have your mouth watering. It serves pulled chicken, pulled pig, pork spare ribs and more.
1305 Fremont Ave. | 208-542-2727
2. Grandpa’s Southern BBQ
1540 W Broadway St. | 208-357-4724
3. Lil’ Mike’s Bar-B-Que
116 S Clark St. | 208-534-1802
Best Bar & Grill
Sully’s Gastro Pub
Located in the heart of Historic Downtown, Sully’s GastroPub brings food and an ambience that have been the talk of the town. Described by many as “eclectic”, this pub serves comfort foods with unique twists. Stop by and try one of their yummy burgers!
504 Shoup Ave. | 208-346-8851
2. The Firehouse Grill
2891 S 25th E. | 208-524-1740
3. The SnakeBite Restaurant
393 Park Ave. | 208-525-2522
4. Jaker’s Bar and Grill
851 Lindsay Blvd. | 208-524-5240
5. The Bees Knee’s Pub
850 Lindsay Blvd. | 208-875-2171
Best Breakfast
Abracadabra’s
Abracadabra’s is celebrated around town for its tasteful breakfast foods. This breakfast & bistro is a breakfast lover's paradise, with dishes including the Mediterranean Omelet, Peach Cobbler French Toast and Captain Crunch-Enrusted French Toast.
2040 Channing Way | 208-881-9024
2. Smitty’s Pancake and Steak House
645 W Broadway St. | 208-523-6450
3. Dixie’s Diner
2150 Channing Way | 208-542-1950
4. North Hi-Way Café
460 Northgate Mile | 208-522-6212
5. The Grille
939 S 25th E #107 | 208-497-0024
Best Fast Service
Scotty’s Drive-In
Scotty's Drive-In is a trip down nostalgia lane with its classic foods, drive-in experience and retro vibe. This fast-food restaurant is popular for its fresh-cut fries, hamburgers, shakes and outstanding service. To create experiences you'll want to pass down to future generations, dine inside or in your car.
560 Northgate Mile | 208-523-6382
2. Los Alberto’s
450 1st St. | 208-542-0391
3. Franklin’s Famous Cheesesteaks
170 Elm St. | 208-881-5170
4. CupBop Korean BBQ
3460 S 25th E. | 208-948-5540
5. Fiesta Ole’
220 S Skyline Dr. | 208-529-0374
1856 N Yellowstone Hwy. | 208-529-2662
2110 E 17th St. | 208-523-8226
Best Fine Dining
Jaker’s Bar and Grill
Located near the river, Jaker’s is a local favorite for many reasons. It offers a packed menu of succulent entrées ranging from premium steaks to delicious pastas and a full lineup of seafood dishes–all while serving in an upscale dining atmosphere.
851 Lindsay Blvd. | 208-524-5240
2. Smokin Fins
370 Memorial Dr. | 208-888-3467
3. The Sandpiper Restaurant
750 Lindsay Blvd. | 208-524-3344
4. Stockman’s Restaurant
1175 Pier View Dr. | 208-552-6500
5. Copper Rill Restaurant
415 River Pkwy. | 208-529-5800
Best Sushi
Blue Hashi
There's a good reason why Blue Hashi has consistently been a local favorite. Sushi from this fine restaurant is some of the best-prepared and tastiest in town. The beautifully arranged dishes are guaranteed to captivate both your gaze and your taste buds!
2894 S 25th E. | 208-525-2583
2. Fuji Sushi & Hibachi
2625 S 25th E. | 208-523-3854
3. Yoimi Sushi & Hibachi
895 W Broadway St. #A | 208-403-8854
4. Smokin Fins
370 Memorial Dr. | 208-888-3467
5. Sushi Time
3448 S 25th E. | 208-529-8463
Best International
Tandoori Oven
The unique Tandoori Oven serves the Idaho Falls community delicious Indian food. The menu is ideal for a family outing or romantic evening, with a large assortment of chicken, lamb and seafood along with vegetarian and vegan alternatives.
3204 S 25th E. | 208-522-8263
2. Dee Kitchen
3160 E 17th St. | 208-552-7057
3. Mongolian Grill
2153 E 17th St. | 208-524-7768
4. Krung Thep Thai Cuisine
366 Shoup Ave. | 208-881-5150
5. Himalayan Flavor
501 Park Ave. | 208-346-8316
Best Java
Java Espress
The perfectly crafted coffee at Java Espress has conquered the coffee world with its handcrafted beverages. For years, Java has been providing the community with amazing experiences by lovingly creating milkshakes, smoothies, teas and sodas in addition to coffee.
1250 W Broadway St. | 208-552-7664
1510 E 17th St. | 208-525-5269
2139 E 17th St. | 208-552-5282
745 E Anderson St. | 208-523-2750
2. City Bagels & Bakery
369 Shoup Ave. | 208-881-5778
3. Moose Ridge Coffee Co.
1157 Pier View Dr. | 208-497-0191
4. Villa Coffeehouse
344 Park Ave. | 208-524-8882
5. Great Harvest Bakery & Café
360 A St. | 208-522-7444
Best Mexican Restaurant
Jalisco’s
Jalisco's has been dishing up amazing Mexican dishes at its two locations for several memorable years. Try their specialty dishes, including enormous tacos, enchiladas and deluxe burritos, among many other delectable Mexican dishes, either for takeout or dining in.
325 River Pkwy. | 208-612-0102
2107 E 17th St. | 208-552-2021
2. Pachanga’s
435 A St. | 208-522-1976
3. Morenita’s Restaurant
450 Whittier St. | 208-522-9319
4. Café Sabor
2635 S 25th E | 208-529-1565
5. Garcia’s Street Taco & Pelona’s Fruit Oasis
3000 S 25th E. | 208-403-8247
Best Pizza
Papa Tom’s Pizza
Papa Tom's Pizza is renowned for its flavorful pizza and welcoming atmosphere for families. This pizza place is well-known for more than just their pizza, they also have regular raffles and musical performances. Visit for a fun-filled family outing and remember to check out the game room!
1830 S Woodruff Ave. | 208-523-6800
2. Lucy’s New York Style Pizzeria
560 W Broadway St. | 208-524-2800
2770 S 25th E. | 208-523-7777
3. MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub
1490 Milligan Rd. | 208-932-2987
4. Pie Hole
321 Park Ave. | 208-346-8024
5. Leo’s Place
155 S Holmes Ave. | 208-529-5090
Best Steak & Seafood
Smokin' Fins
Smokin' Fins serves premium dishes along with a fine-dining experience. Popular for their steak, seafood, sushi, bar and grill, this restaurant has it all, and is conveniently located by the scenic River Walk.
370 Memorial Dr. | 208-888-3467
2. Stockman’s Restaurant
1175 Pier View Dr. | 208-552-6500
3. Jaker’s Bar and Grill
851 Lindsay Blvd. | 208-524-5240
4. The Sandpiper Restaurant
750 Lindsay Blvd. | 208-524-3344
5. Teton House
3563 E Menan Lorenzo Hwy. | 208-270-5102
Best Sandwiches/Deli
Papa Kelsey’s Pizza & Subs
Papa Kelsey’s Pizza & Subs prepares fresh dough daily, making their sandwiches some of the most scrumptious in town (read more on page 31). These oven baked subs are full of flavor with their homemade bread, meats and fresh toppings. And if you think it can’t get much better than that, they also serve delicious pizzas!
2285 E 17th St. | 208-523-3136
2. The Sandwich Tree
500 W 17th St. | 208-529-5875
3. Gandolfo’s New York Deli
1685 S Woodruff Ave. | 208-542-0027
4. A Street Soup Market
445 A St. | 208-932-7039
5. Great Harvest Bakery & Café
360 A St. | 208-522-7444
Best Food Truck
The Corn Dog Station
Who doesn’t love a good corn dog? The tasty corn dogs at The Corn Dog Station come in a variety of sizes with many flavor combinations. Try our favorite, the jalapeño cheddar!
Woodruff Ave (Located near Big Deal Outlet) | 208-419-6446
2. Blackhawk BBQ
90 S Broadway St. | 208-994-6987
3. On the Hook Fish & Chips
210 S Woodruff Ave | 307-316-4665
4. Mama Fla
680 1st St. | 208-516-2878
5. Taco-H
2300 S 25th E. | 208-360-6956
Best Drink Shop
Pick Me Up
Pick Me Up is a specialty soda shop where you can add various syrups to personalize your drink. If you're not in the mood for soda, these places also provide delicious cookies, from chocolate fudge to chunky oatmeal.
900 Pancheri Dr. | 208-709-9857
1600 S Woodruff Ave. 208-709-9857
3378 Clearview Ln. | 208-709-9857
2758 E Sunnyside Rd. | 208-709-9857
2. Java Espress
1250 W Broadway St. | 208-552-7664
1510 E 17th St. | 208-525-5269
2139 E 17th St. | 208-552-5282
745 E Anderson St. | 208-523-2750
3. Fixxology Drinks
1976 W Broadway St. | 208-843-3930
4. Jamba Juice
2300 E 17th St. | 208-419-0834
417 S Utah Ave. | 208-524-2348
1803 S 2500 E. | 208-542-0231
Best Sweets
Love at First Bite
Love at First Bite is happily making sure the community gets their sweet fix with a wide range of goodies. From cookies, toffee, chocolate-covered almonds to the rich cupcakes, this shop surely has all of your favorite sweets!
901 Pier View Dr. #103 | 208-522-7788
2. Crumbl Cookies
2656 E Sunnyside Rd. | 208-268-8222
3. The Caramel Tree
360 A St. | 208-932-4930
2289 E 17th St. | 208-497-5006
4. Geraldine’s Bake Shoppe & Deli
3160 E 17th St. | 208-552-7057
5. Great Harvest Bakery & Café
360 A St. | 208-522-7444
Best Ice Cream
Reed’s Dairy
Reed's Dairy is well-known for its handmade and traditional ice cream. Serving 49 different flavors, any sugar cravings you have after a long summer day can be satisfied with one stop by one of their two locations!
2660 W Broadway St. | 208-522-0123
2523 E Sunnyside Rd. | 208-524-1077
2. Orange Leaf
3340 S 25th E. | 208-542-6964
3. Manwaring Gelato
310 N Eastern Ave. | 208-313-8247
4. Baskin Robbins
1253 E 17th St. | 208-524-3131
5. La Michoacana Ice Cream Palace
240 S Woodruff Ave. | 208-270-4268
Best Wine & Craft Beer
Tap-n-Fill
Tap-n-Fill is the perfect destination to enjoy a drink with a couple of your best buds on a Friday night. The craft beers served here are sure to captivate your taste buds and there is an outdoor patio for you to enjoy the view of the Snake River Pier.
1494 Milligan Rd. | 208-524-4577
2. Idaho Brewing Company
775 S Capital Ave. | 208-534-7232
3. The Bees Knee’s Pub
850 Lindsay Blvd. | 208-875-2171
4. Sully’s Gastro Pub
504 Shoup Ave. | 208-346-8851
5. The Celt Pub & Grill
398 W Broadway St. | 208-881-5128