Food at it’s Freshest

Caldwell is known for it’s farm fresh good and farm to fork dining, but how do you know what you are eating or drinking is truly local? Look for the ‘Farm to Fork’ and ‘Farm to Cork’ program logos on your restaurant’s menu!
Our farm to restaurant program connects local chefs who have committed to make locally grown products a priority in their kitchen with local family farms, ranches and vineyards. The result? You get to enjoy fresh, better tasting, regional food while supporting our local farms, sustaining Caldwell’s rural charm and agricultural heritage, preserving farmland, and strengthening our economy.

Farm to FORK Restaurants

When you see 'Farm to Fork' or 'Farm to Cork', you can be sure the restaurant's listed below feature at least one or more locally sourced ingredients in their meals or they feature a wine produced directly from the Snake River Valley AVA and the Sunnyslope Wine region.

With heirloom Oaxacan corn and ancient Mezcal cocktails anchoring their award-winning menu, Amano is taking the local and national culinary scene by storm. To say this eatery is not to be overlooked is an understatement. Try for yourself why this James Beard-nominated restaurant is putting Caldwell on the map. Make your reservation now. You won't regret it.
Award-Winning Craft Coffee House Boasting an unlikely pairing of craft coffee and handmade leather goods, Bond & Bevel is anything but ordinary. Gaining statewide and national recognition for both quality and uniqueness, B&B has quickly made the short list of Treasure Valley's best coffee houses with the reviews and awards to prove it. Sourcing an ever-changing menu from local bakeries, make sure B&B is on your list when visiting Caldwell. You just might be able to see a leather crafter at work in the vault while sipping on your latte.
Hard to imagine downtown Caldwell without Acapulco. Thankfully you don’t have to! This decades-old restaurant and lounge have been serving up some favorite dishes for locals for as long as natives can remember. Pair your favorite traditional Mexican dish with one of their signature cocktails. These guys are all about community, so order up and stay a while.
Head over to The Orchard House in the Sunnyslope Region of town for some homemade pear pie—the locals’ favorite—and a glass or two of award-winning wines made right outside the door.
You won't want to miss out on the best burger joint in Caldwell! Hamburger Connection's burgers, tots, and mile-high shakes are to die for. This is Caldwell's version of a classic burger drive-thru and it's sure to leave you satisfied.
If you feel like having a true Idaho experience, order the tender, house-cut and hand-breaded finger steaks. Stewart's offers a variety of different meals ranging from burgers to sandwiches, pasta, and tacos. Stewart's has something for everybody!
Hard to find a more authentic Mexican restaurant, from their exceptional service to their stellar menu offerings. On any given day, you can find three generations of owners preparing each plate to order and chatting it up with regulars. Comes with a warning, though: Once you try it, you won't stop thinking about it!
Tacos El Rey is proof that you don't have to spend a lot of money to get a great meal that satisfies your hunger. Showcasing a traditional Mexican menu packed with all your favorites, these guys are always top of the list. Choose from an assortment of house made salsas and slow cooked meats, with all their menu items made to order.
Feast until satisfied when you visit Fiesta Guadalajara. Their inviting, clean atmosphere and attentive service are just a few reasons why locals revisit this establishment often. Expect all your favorite authentic Mexican dishes as well as a few surprises on your next visit.
This homemade style food is made for each tastebud, fresh from the kitchen to your mouth. La Michoacana includes delicious seafood items on their menu as well as a morning buffet!
Don't let the building fool you, Tacos Colima has delicious Mexican food at wonderfully low prices! If you find yourself with a craving for carnitas you won't be disappointed.
Gourmet Award-Winning Extreme Pizza (freshly baked or take n' bake), plus sandwiches, fresh salads, and killer wings with on-time hot delivery, pick up, or dining in.

Go Local

Today’s consumers are more aware and concerned about the sources of their food supply, making locally produced foods very significant in a restaurant’s success. The ‘Farm to Fork’ and ‘Farm to Cork’ programs were designed to promote restaurants going the extra mile and featuring local, seasonal foods and wines whenever possible. Destination Caldwell promotes restaurants who focus on supporting local as part of our Caldwell marketing mission, and is an easy way to gain more exposure to both locals and tourists.
If you are a restaurant or business owner and would like to learn more about ‘Farm to Fork’ or ‘Farm to Cork’, contact us today for a preferred list of local farmers and vendors.
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