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Juniper, Boise, ID

Juniper

4.3
4.3
862 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Boise's farm to fork downtown restaurant. From the ingredients stocking our kitchen to our wine, beer and cocktail list, we start right here, at home, in Idaho. Whether lunch, dinner or drinks, Juniper is locally sourced, seasonally inspired and classically crafted. Web reservations are not available on the same day after 3PM on Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations may still be available by contacting the restaurant directly. * We have patio seating available, but it is first come, first serve

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Northwest, Comfort Food

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 9:00 pm–11:00 pm Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (208) 342-1142

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Meg Rupp

  • Private party facilities

    From hosting a cocktail party, business meeting, wedding reception, holiday party or anything else in-between, our event planning staff can help you flawlessly pull off any special event.

  • Private party contact

    Darrah Spittle - Private Event Coordinator: (208) 342-1142

  • Neighborhood

    Boise

  • Cross street

    Idaho

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 862 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Idaho

    Good for business meals

  • Idaho

    Healthy

  • Idaho

    American

  • Boise

    Good for business meals

  • Boise

    Innovative

  • Boise

    Healthy

  • Boise

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Boise

    Romantic

  • Boise

    Lively

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious as always! The clams were *chefs kiss*! Definitely recommend
  2. NBlack

    Salt Lake City

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    The gnocchi portions were very small. The half chicken was missing a full breast to be considered a half chicken. Both were very tasty, just too small. I think they made up for the lack of chicken with way too many potatoes. The potatoes were actually the only thing in either of the dishes that we didn't like. Very bland and flavorless. Our server was great and patio seating is always enjoyable on a beautiful evening.
  3. SladeW

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience4
    Food is mediocre for the price. Grilled Cheese was overcooked, dry and hardly had any cheese on it. The Bison Burger has more meat on the plate than in between the bun. And the Trout Sando was dry and overcooked. Nearly Tasteless
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    19 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    We’ve been wanting to try this place for some time now but were quite disappointed after we finally did. Food was mediocre and overpriced. The side salad was a joke. Brown lettuce with a few tomatoes and cucumbers for $7. Couldn’t really taste the salmon and shrimp pasta due to the overflavoring of sauces. Good flavor but just too much of it. The drink menu is probably why patrons go here. Looked impressive. We don’t drink but maybe that’s what keeps people coming back to this place. There are other restaurants in the Boise area that we’d rather spend the price to enjoy. This place isn’t for us. But Shaq, our server, was great! Very kind and helpful in explanations. He made sure we were satisfied and well taken care of. He was the best part of the restaurant!
  5. Boisegirl

    Boise

    41 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great downtown location. The staff is friendly and helpful. The salmon dish was very salty but tasty otherwise with a great mixture of side ingredients.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for the first time and loved it! The pizza choice was delicious and the service was great. Got in before the lunch rush and graduation parties.
  7. BrianB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The dinner and drinks were great! The prices were fairly reasonable for the quality of food and service.
  8. WaltT

    Boise

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Food was good, service was slow, but we were disappointed that they no longer have a Sunday brunch menu.
  9. RedLady55

    Boise

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Juniper Restaurant was a real treat. The restaurant has a quietly elegant but casual atmosphere and decor. The service was exceptional, and our server made wine and food suggestions when asked, and she was exactly right with both (Split-rail Chardonnay and Shrimp pasta with lemon, olives, arugula and capers, my friend had a glorious burrata salad). The food was fresh (homemade pasta!) and delicious. I was thrilled to find a restaurant on the quite side too, no loud music to make patrons speak loudly over it. I will DEFINITELY go here again and often, and recommend it to everyone I know.
  10. leeanneva

    Boise

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wow! What a great experience! We hadn't been to Juniper since it re-opened after Covid Closure. I am SOOOO glad we came back last night! A quick reservation and I'm so glad we did. The ladies up front were super genuine and sat us quickly. We couldn't decide on Apps, so we went with the Black Sea Salt Bread & the Fried Cauliflower. oh em gee. Both so good! The dipping sauce for the bread is outa this world! For mains, I ordered the pesto gnocchi. Had asparagus & cauliflower in it. One of the best gnocchis I've ever had. Home Run! We brought our own wine in, but their selection looked great, too! We will be back!
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    Dinner was not great .. server failed to share there was a HAPPYHOUR .. I pointed out that I ordered a full price drink … no one shared the HAPPY HOUR MENU .. I ordered a couple appetizers and told the server .. excuse me.. why didn’t you tell me I had choices off that menu.. she said o I’m sorry . The salmon was undercooked on my full price Caesar salad and 2 other Caesar’s were ordered off HH menu.. mine was same size 🥴 … I was pretty underwhelmed. I will not be back ..
  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience4
    Easter. Food and service abominable. Won’t go back.
  13. KarenS

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service! Not crazy about house tonic, so drink was replaced. Appreciate gluten-free options on the menu, including the risotto and pumpkin cake which are DELISH!! Will return!
  14. Joeanne

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The bartender was spectacular. Definitely does a great job and personable.
  15. Foodie

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and great service. The beef stroganoff was 🔥
  16. IsabelleD

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely space with attentive staff It made our day
  17. Tablefor2

    Boise

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Hostess was rude and sat our party of 2 next to a family when we could have had our own space in one of the 7 booths that remained available for 2 hours. Food was good. Wine list is very limited. Didnt enjoy our experience enough to have a second glass of wine and dessert, so we did that at alavita afterwards.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Food was great, and our server was cordial and diligent, great server actually. One thing was a bit weird, was that we were sat at the very last table upstairs (by the bathrooms) when the majority of the restaurant was mostly empty
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    Food was excellent. Waitress was maybe new or something because she never checked on the table. Overall nice place.
  20. AlanW

    Las Vegas

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our first visit. We had a really well-prepared lunch. It was delicious. Our server was very friendly and attentive. The restaurant has a casual chic vibe. We plan on a return visit in the very near future. We highly recommend it.
  21. BrianD

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food / good service / good time / good value
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    First issue is that I requested a high top since it was an option on Open Table. When we arrived we were seated upstairs in the back of the restaurant at a small booth—my view was the server’s station, restroom/exit sign and bunch of extra chairs stored near the wall. After viewing the restaurant on Instagram and Open Table this wasn’t what I expected. I felt like I was at a diner. Ambience was completely lacking. Our server was polite but seemed inexperienced. I had a question about gluten in a specific dish which he said he’d check on but never did. The dishes we settled on were the lamb and NY steak. They were good but unexceptional. The worst part is that our entrees came out when we were halfway through our salads. Serving staff seemed oblivious to the meal pacing. Overall it was average, the service was not great and we won’t be in a hurry to return. On a good note, the cocktails were unique and well prepared.
  23. Desi

    Boise

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first experience on a recommendation from a friend. The food was delicious. Service was good. They kept coming by to check on us.
  24. MTgirl

    Oklahoma City

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Really enjoyed our dinner here. The food and service were superb. Will be returning!
  25. Brunchlover

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service is always friendly, and the food is delicious!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food (risotto), quiet upstairs seating (my request) and excellent service made for a fun night out with friends at Juniper. This was my first visit, will definitely be back!
  27. KirstenG

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Service was amazing. Can’t complain there! We got the lamb and the New York steak. The drinks were done very well and the calamari was pretty good, but the entrees were not great. Risotto had a strong but curious flavor. Meat was uninspiring, average. Side dish was a tomato squash dish. Ok I guess. If we go again will be for drinks and apps only.
  28. BeckyV

    Boise

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    My salmon was excellent as was the Brie appetizer. The beef stroganoff had very little beef and not sure the noodles were fully cooked. The staff were able to meet our request of a booth but it was near the door so cold air hit us regularly. Our first time there, nice restaurant, but not sure we'll return.
  29. AnnC

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience5
    Great food. Wine list fair. Service was not professional. Server was nice enough but knew zero about wine - could not answer questions re wine list. It was server's last night, so maybe next time will be better, but I had the impression that the servers were not well trained. Thank you.
  30. EliseC

    Boise

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, only complaint was the noise volume. Fun and delicious place to go with friends, just be ready to speak loudly!
  31. Livy

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love Juniper! It’s a perfect little local restaurant with outstanding service, incredible food and drinks, and great vibes. They’re always so warm and welcoming, play great music, and I’ve never been disappointed in my meals. They’re amazing. One of my very favorite downtown spots.
  32. Christa

    Boise

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience1
    Food was better than in the past. Used to dine here the first few years they opened but always felt like they were missing the mark. Food quality was really good this go around. Sat upstairs- still wish there was more acoustic help. Loud group of 20 somethings echoed the entire top floor. Only real digger was most of the tables were empty upstairs but we were seated at a cruddy table just outside the restroom and galley- Certainly could have done better given the availability on both floors. Overall impressions- Food- good enough to go back. Vibe-run by average joe's. Zero wow factor. There's better experiences to be had in the area.
  33. SamN

    Boise

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, nice cozy atmosphere. We'll definitely be back.
  34. GretchenR

    Boise

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Had the gnocchi and it was delicious. So were the stuffed mushroom appetizer. Would recommend.
  35. LoloP

    Boise

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, food and atmosphere! We will be back!
  36. Jsilf

    Portland

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gnocchi dish was delicious and Sheridan was a delightful server.
  37. OpenTableDiner

    Boise

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Kristie was fantastic. Attentive without being iver bearing. We came to celebrate my fathers birthday and we enjoyed the steamed class and over bread for appetizers, lamb, ribeye and the autumn salad for dinner and everything was delicious. Definitely recommend for anything from casual night out to a nice dinner before a show.
  38. ClaireF

    Boise

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ordered the Duck Confit Pizza. It was excellent.
  39. AndresL

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great and restaurant felt like such an amazing place to eat at.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New year and it was wonderful. The young manager was so sweet and friendly. Our waiter was attentive and the food was excellent

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Juniper offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (208) 342-1142.

Juniper is rated 4.3 stars by 862 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today
Google Map for Juniper

211 N 8th Street, Boise, ID 83702

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Idaho

  • Neighborhood

    Boise

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 9:00 pm–11:00 pm Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–5:30 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Northwest, Comfort Food

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Meg Rupp

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (208) 342-1142

  • Private party facilities

    From hosting a cocktail party, business meeting, wedding reception, holiday party or anything else in-between, our event planning staff can help you flawlessly pull off any special event.

  • Private party contact

    Darrah Spittle - Private Event Coordinator: (208) 342-1142

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