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Cottonwood Grille

4.2 (567)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
913 W. River Street, Boise, ID 83702

About this restaurant

For a taste of American Northwestern fare made from fresh ingredients in an elegant restaurant with a beautiful view of the river, visit Cottonwood Grille in Boise, Idaho. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as well as a Sunday brunch for early risers. On the menu at Cottonwood Grille are offerings of skewered calamari, fresh clams, avocado bacon wraps, shrimp pasta, vegetable rigatoni, Thai peanut chicken, grilled salmon salad, crispy scallops and fresh Atlantic salmon. Sunday brunch at Cottonwood Grille serves hot and comforting breakfast fare that includes steak and eggs, eggs Benedict, seafood quiche, whole grain toast and Belgian style waffles. Try the Cobb salad or the chicken crepes for a late brunch meal.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 4:00pm Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm Friday - Saturday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm Sunday: 3:00pm - 9:00pm Happy Hour: Daily 3:00pm - 6:00pm Saturday 11:00am - 6:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jesus Alcelay
  • Private party facilities
    Cottonwood Grille offers two private banquet rooms. The 'Alcove' can accomodate up to 28 guests and the 'River Room' can seat up to 75. We also offer patio seating for large parties.
  • Neighborhood
    Boise
  • Cross street
    9th Street
  • Parking details
    Cottonwood Grille has a spacious parking lot in front of the restaurant. There is additional parking on the side and back of the building.
  • Public transit
    Public transportation is accessible adjacent to Cottonwood Grille.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 567 people are saying

Cottonwood Grille reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience

NoiseModerate

567 Reviews
  1. TheaterPatron

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 25, 2015

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first opportunity to have dinner at the Cottonwood Grille and we were looking forward to a fun evening as many of our friends had recommended this restaurant . When we arrived, we stated that we had a reservation made through Open Table and the hostess at the desk informed us that the restaurant was no longer affiliated with Open Table, and did not honor their reservation service. She stated that the restaurant has their own website for reservations. Because there were many people coming from or going to the Morrison Center that evening, I was concerned that our reservation would not be honored, but after some polite conversation regarding the confirmation I had received from both the restaurant and Open Table, she did seat us and we enjoyed a wonderful dinner in a beautiful environment .

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  2. BenjaminH

    Idaho3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 11, 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had a 4:30 reservation on a Saturday it was very quiet . The service was excellent. we had leisurely romantic dinner and had plenty of time to make a movie afterwords.

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  3. Watsson VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland71 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 6, 2015

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was impeccable. Our starter -- croquetas -- was unique and very, very tasty. Our Caesar salads were terrific -- whole hearts of romaine leaves; fresh, shaved Parmesan; whole anchovy filets; yummy, creamy dressing. The wine recommended by our server -- a California pinot noir -- was exceptional and one of the least expensive on the small but well-chosen wine list. The sides that accompanied our mains were really, really good, especially the broccoli. The proteins, however, should have been better. I had the pheasant in a cream sauce with wild mushrooms. My companion had a steak au poivre. Both were okay, but just okay. The sauces lacked zing and zing was needed to make this a truly exceptional meal.

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  4. reddobie

    Idaho15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 28, 2015

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Started off with drinks in the bar. Was discussing wine with the bartender and how generous the pour was. When we got to our table ordered glasses of wine, the pour was not so generous. Waitress did okay, but the service was not what I expected for the Cottonwood Grille After dinner had drinks in the bar.

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  5. Idaho

    Idaho5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious meals, great selection of wines, great atmosphere, attentive wait staff. Wonderful dining experience. We will be back for more special occasions!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Idaho2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 21, 2015

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Not the best food this time. Unusual for Cottonwood Grille. It is normally wonderful.

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  7. Aloha

    Idaho21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 16, 2015

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall a delicious meal. There were two types of fish on the daily special menu that are more customary on Hawaiian menus, so it was fun to be able to enjoy grilled ono in Boise. The kitchen should work on their house salad ingredients, though. Packaged lettuce and a slice of tomato - I expect a variety of really fresh greens at a nice restaurant. Patio dining is lovely in the summer, with the water features and lush landscaping, overlooking the Boise Greenbelt. Excellent service.

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  8. AbunDance1

    Idaho2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I took an out-of-town guest to Cottonwood. We all enjoyed our excellent fresh fish dishes and really enjoyed dining in the late evening on the porch. Cottonwood tree fluff was drifting through the air...you have to shield your food a little at this time of year, but it was atmospheric. I'll definitely go again.

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  9. Richard

    Idaho39 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2015

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    As always the Cortonwood Grill was a very nice dining experience.

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  10. Brittan VIP

    Idaho32 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 13, 2015

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    It was my wife's birthday and we thought we would try something new. She ordered the wienerschnitzel with fries, it seemed the entire plate was heated in the microwave, very greasy and soggy. sent it back and the owner/manager came and apologized admitting he dish was awful. My pork chops were terribly pedestrian, lacking flavor and imagination. Maybe go for a drink outside if you must, but would not eat here again.

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FAQs

Cottonwood Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (208) 333-9800.

Cottonwood Grille is rated 4.2 stars by 567 OpenTable diners.

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913 W. River Street, Boise, ID 83702

Additional information

  • Cross street
    9th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Boise
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 4:00pm Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm Friday - Saturday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm Sunday: 3:00pm - 9:00pm Happy Hour: Daily 3:00pm - 6:00pm Saturday 11:00am - 6:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Cottonwood Grille has a spacious parking lot in front of the restaurant. There is additional parking on the side and back of the building.
  • Public transit
    Public transportation is accessible adjacent to Cottonwood Grille.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jesus Alcelay
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Cottonwood Grille offers two private banquet rooms. The 'Alcove' can accomodate up to 28 guests and the 'River Room' can seat up to 75. We also offer patio seating for large parties.
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