(208) 343-4334
205 N 10th Street, Suite 110
Boise,
ID
83702
43.6176
-116.205
Neighborhood: Downtown
What People Are Saying About MilkyWay
The Editor
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Located in downtown Boise, this restaurant offers a casual, upscale dining experience. Eclectic menu features everything from meatloaf to saffron mussels.
08/26/09
Milky Way Is Gone
by TropicZone
Milky way went out of business in 2007. They were a hot spot for awhile but the space is now occupied by the awesome Sweetwater's Tropic Zone. Caribbean and Island fare. Very authentic and bold. Great decor.
- Pros: Closed last year
- Cons: Not in business any more
03/03/08
A Modern Classic Downtown
by Advoc8
Milky Way is one of the best fine dining establishments in Idaho or Utah, including Sun Valley. A varied menu is supplemented by a nightly fish special, "trifecta" (mixed grill), and soup special. The ambience is agreeably chic with some delightful touches, like the high ceiling (there's upstairs seating), regular tables, modern booth and couch accommodations, and seating at the long, white counter behind which the chefs are doing their magic. (No cell phones, please.) The servers are attentive, professional and friendly. They quietly present new utensils and keep the water glases full. Talk about attention to detail: presentation is first-class. One of the informal pleasures of eating here is that the silver is real antique silver (or at least silver plate) - and none of it matches. A specialty is the braised beef cheeks - like pot-roast but fork tender, with garlic or horseradish mashers and carrots; cioppino in a light, tomato-based sauce; buttermilk chicken with bacon corn gravy; tenderloin with toasted herbed crumbs and mushroom brandy sauce, potatoes au gratin and veg; and red rock crab enchilada with a southwestern flair. Appetizers are fun: crab cakes with red pepper aioli; mac & cheese with bacon lardons; shrimp jalapeno bites with apricot chutney; and lamb in raddichio cups with mint and cilantro. Salads include a red and gold beet with fennel, "Milky Wedge," and Caesar (anchovies optional) - splendid with one of their signature martinis. Milky Way is a perennial winner in the annual May Martini Mix-off. Try their '33 Plymouth - blended and chilled for ten minutes = Smooth. Diverse and judiciously-chosen wines come by the glass, split or bottle. Desserts include lemongrass cardamom creme brulee - a refreshing change; chocolate-infused bread pudding; devil's food cake; seasonal fruit cobbler and lemon curd tartlet. Mondays and Tuesdays feature light jazz and classics - even some Villa-Lobos. It's no wonder Milky Way has a loyal following.
- Pros: Attention to detail, service
- Cons: Sometimes too popular!
10/05/07
Interesting menu, great entertainment
by lizcross
We went for my birthday this year, they do have a great fixed price menu for three menu items that is a good value. Nice casual place with wonderful service. Food was well prepared and very tasty, Good wine selections too for the wine snob, but my hubby was not impressed with getting a small glass for his beer, at a hefty price. Yes, the wines were not cheap either, but when it is something you sip, it doesn't make that much difference to me. The Frim Fram Four play there early in the week and they are great to go see and have a drink and appetizers though. I didn't really find it a romantic place I must say. But we did have a good time anyway. Menu selections are great!
- Pros: Great food, selection and music
- Cons: drinks a little pricy
The Details on MilkyWay
The Extras:
On Monday and Tuesday nights, patrons can enjoy live music. On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, a special three-course, prix-fixe menu for $27 per person is available.
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Payment Methods:
Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining, Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Business Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Bar Scene, Notable Wine List
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