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The two times I've been to Barbacoa it was awesome. Hot rock fillet is the way to go.
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Yep. Barbacoa is the best "nice" restaurant is Boise, oodles of character you won't get at Ruth Chris', etc. The hot rock steaks are good, decor amazing, the presentation is super fun and definitely above Treasure Valley levels. I usually get the lamb there, and the appetizer octopus grilled with chimichurri is bomb. Tableside guac is good, desserts creative. I just took my daughter there for her birthday last week, which was a reminder to get reservations at an indoor table early.
I've been meaning to try, but can't recommend yet, Anderson Reserve up in Sweet. Sounds like an neat date dining experience paired with a little lovely drive, Yelp reviews are mixed, but darnit, it SHOULD be a super adventure-trip place. https://www.yelp.com/biz/anderson-reserve-sweet