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Apericena, Boise, ID

Apericena

4.6
4.6
152 Reviews
$31 to $50
European
Apericena is a casual, upscale European concept centered around the love of all things food. Chef Danielle has curated a dining experience unlike any other in Boise with delicate flavors and locally sourced ingredients. A health-conscious kitchen, Apericena brings the opportunity to indulge where the love of food and wine intersect.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 20 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    European, Italian, French

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (208) 223-9897

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Private party facilities

    Dining RoomOur dining room accommodates up to 16 guests on the main floor. During prime patio season, our patio accommodates up to 65 guests.SpeakeasyOur speakeasy accommodates 6 seated guests. This room is privately located in our upstairs dining room, available by reservation only for a $100 fee.

  • Neighborhood

    Boise

  • Cross street

    13th Street

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 152 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Idaho

    Healthy

  • Idaho

    Neighborhood gem

  • Idaho

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Idaho

    Romantic

  • Boise

    Best Food

  • Boise

    Innovative

  • Boise

    Healthy

  • Boise

    Neighborhood gem

  • Boise

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Boise

    Romantic

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  1. RachelB

    Hawaii

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We sat inside next to a very loud table. We would have probably enjoyed the patio for a more tolerable noise level.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a lovely dinner at Apericena! The food was incredible and service was amazing. The outdoor patio is a perfect place to relax and enjoy a beautiful meal.
  3. scel

    Boise

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. The pasta was extremely divine. We enjoyed the outside courtyard, our waitstaff, and the food. Thank you so much, we will return soon. P.S. the garden lasagna is sooooo good!
  4. Will

    Boise

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Overall wonderful experience! Loved the Bruchette and stuffed mushrooms. Butcher’s Raghu was also delicious! Great dining!
  5. TylerH

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best cioppino I’ve ever had the atmosphere was fantastic.
  6. LeahB

    Boise

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious food, they make their own pasta! In an old house so can be quite stuffy inside.
  7. ShirleyA

    Boise

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Food very good. Service very slow, although I could tell our server was doing his best.
  8. BobbiP

    Boise

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    2nd time we've been there; great both times! Hard to choose a new dish when you have your favorites; so working out way through the menu each time. Delicious tiramisu too!
  9. NaomiK

    Boise

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. Will definitely return.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing. We went on Mother’s Day and the restaurant was slammed. It took a long time to get the food, but worth the wait once we got it.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience5
    Waiting 2 hours for our food, food came out cold. Waiter was good, but the rest not a good experience. So bad cause outside seating was lovely.
  12. Lillie

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing food! 10/10 recommend sitting at the bar. You get first hand experience with the chef and bartenders. You get to see how everything is made and plated. The food was spectacular, and the atmosphere was perfect. Will definitely be going again!
  13. Wanda16

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food5service1ambience4
    The food was very good, the ambience was pleasant, like a jazzy, café, and the staff were nice. But it took an ENORMOUS amount of time to get our food: over an hour to get our appetizers (minestrone soup, lukewarm), another 30 minutes to get salads, and at the 2.5 hour mark, we asked them to wrap up the entrées to go. Granted, it was a busy Mother's Day lunch time, but there were other tables that came in after us, received their food and left before us. We have never had to wait so long for food, ever. We were comped for some of our meal, but the whole experience left a sour taste.
  14. MelanieA

    Boise

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We dined inside and it is definitely close quarters but the service was excellent and the French toast is fantastic. Quaint place.
  15. StaceyG

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulour first visit to Apericena--and it was for brunch on Mother's Day. We were beyond happy with our service from Anna and the tasty food. Save room for the carrot cake too!
  16. MandyH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Made a reservation for a patio table but the shade umbrella was broken so they happily sat us inside. Charming decor and ambiance. Food was great. Everything is cooked to order so the meal was long and leisurely, which was perfect for a Saturday afternoon with friends. Service was attentive and good-humored. Will return!
  17. Sarge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had a sandwich and salad and enjoyed it very much. Would definitely eat there again. The salad dressing was lemon mustard and I enjoyed the lite tasting flavor. Great for a warm afternoon.
  18. ZanZan

    Boise

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner was so delicious and the wine was fabulous too!
  19. sktrounson

    Boise

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    From the hosts to the wait staff and all a truly delightful, delicious and relaxing evening experience. See you soon.
  20. NicoleN

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    The food is very bland and service is ok but not great.

    ApericenaResponded on May 12, 2023Hi Nicole, Thank you for the feedback. We appreciate any and all feedback as it only helps us become better. My sincerest apologies that your dining experience was subpar. Your comment regarding the bland food is disappointing to us and we take it very seriously. I've passed this information along to the Chef to assist with ongoing training. I've also informed our service staff. Would it be possible to get your email address to discuss this in more detail? Thank you! Mindie

  21. LorinP

    San Diego

    51 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time here since the tent in front came down. Really enjoyed the evening sitting outside! Service fantastic and food delicious and plentiful. We will be back for sure!
  22. LenoreM

    Boise

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    We love the food, but it is very close quarters inside and very noisy.
  23. derf

    Seattle

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was amazing! Atmosphere was great! Only complaint is it took a very long time for the food to come out. Main dishes I can understand, or at least they worth waiting for. Ordered tiramisu for dessert and it took at least 15 minutes to get it. Seems extensive to just cut a piece to serve.
  24. JStro

    Boise

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Now that I’ve been, I’m feeling EXTRA grateful that we were actually able to get a Friday night reservation at this relatively new neighborhood gem! We started with the shiitake stuffed mushrooms (exquisite!) followed by mouthwatering lasagna with a wonderful 2018 Gigondas! We also took a piece of carrot cake to go (completely unnecessary but oh so good!) Portions were generous. Definitely worth the wait. I cannot wait to go back! #freshasitgets #thankyouChef
  25. VictorF

    Boise

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The patio had just reopened and it was a wonderful day to sit outside. The service is was excellent. And the food was delicious! We enjoyed our selections! Defintely a great spot for a relaxing lunch.
  26. CozetteB

    Boise

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    excellent menu choices, waiter was attentive, gave good recommendations
  27. Todd

    Dallas

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    Not as good this time around. Pasta dish was almost all cream sauce and brussel sprouts were flavorless. Manager did a great job serving us initially but then turned us over to a waitress who was average at best.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere and location. Excellent service and food/drink was delicious—well presented, tasty and good portion size.
  29. Annie

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible culinary experience! From the sangria to the whipped feta to the garden lasagna…all incredible flavors, textures, aromas. It’s obvious this food is cooked with both knowledge/skill and passion. We’ll be back!
  30. MarthaS

    Boise

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From professionalism of the staff to the delicious food items Apericena scores big time with my table of four.
  31. Houndgirl

    Boise

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The food is always excellent. We started with the whipped feta appetizer. It was delicious. In our party of four, each of us had a different entrée. The cioppino was superb. The vegetable lasagna was a very delicious meal, and a generous portion. The bit taken home was even better the next day! One person had the seasonal penne and was not crazy about it, but I think that was more him than the dish. The lamb bolognese was terrific. The fraiser cake for dessert was out of this world good. The wine selection is limited, but adequate. I do wish they had a liquor license, but The Royal is right down the street for a before or after dinner drink. The dining room is very small, and gets very, very noisy when full. The tent is offered as optional seating, something I am not at all in favor of.
  32. Veryimpressed418

    Phoenix

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My daughter and I had the nicest Sunday Brunch. The food was so good and the restaurant is so quaint. We loved it! Can’t wait to come back!
  33. MichaelN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Astonishing quality of food, exceptional taste, artful presentation. The chef is a wizard, only magic can explain how phenomenal the food was. Apericena needs a Michelin star now!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great brunch here with a friend. We sat at the bar and the service was great and the food was amazing. I highly recommended!
  35. jodyb

    Orange County

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The seats outside were very uncomfortable and our table seemed to be the only one that had warped wood & was very uneven. There wasn’t any salt or pepper on the tables, which I felt my food needed. The quality of the food was definitely there. My tomato bisque wasn’t super hot. More like room temp. Excited to sit inside someday & give it another try. Hubs LOVED his clam chowder. Brussels were super tasty. Love that all food is sourced locally. Would have liked a salad option with dinner.
  36. 208PickyTravelGuy

    Boise

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service and exceptional food! Their Orecchiette is one of my top menu items anywhere! Always a great experience.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Food was great, ambiance was great service was great but the chairs suck. They need cushions or better chairs very uncomfortable.
  38. DND1

    Boise

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time visiting and the food and staff were amazing!
  39. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food4service3ambience4
    Lovely experience. They were out of some dishes we wanted to try but the ones we got were good
  40. Westley

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic intimate family atmosphere that specializes in offering foods people with food intolerances/allergies can actually enjoy. My wife and I absolutely enjoyed our meal here and will return!

    ApericenaResponded on April 8, 2023Hi Westley! Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We are so happy to hear the two of you enjoyed your experience! We truly appreciate your kindness and hope to see you again at the restaurant soon. Chef Danielle

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

FAQs

Apericena offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (208) 223-9897.

Apericena is rated 4.6 stars by 152 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 20 times today
Google Map for Apericena

1607 N 13th St, Boise, ID 83702-3535

Additional information

  • Cross street

    13th Street

  • Neighborhood

    Boise

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    European, Italian, French

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

  • Phone number

    (208) 223-9897

  • Private party facilities

    Dining RoomOur dining room accommodates up to 16 guests on the main floor. During prime patio season, our patio accommodates up to 65 guests.SpeakeasyOur speakeasy accommodates 6 seated guests. This room is privately located in our upstairs dining room, available by reservation only for a $100 fee.

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