The huckleberry is a versatile Idaho food that locals seek all year round in a variety of dishes – and our real estate agents want to introduce you to this local treat.

As the state fruit of Idaho, you can find a number of restaurants that use real, locally grown huckleberries in their dishes near Boise homes for sale. Not only that but greenhouses and garden centers throughout Idaho often have mature huckleberry plants that you can transplant right into your own backyard.

Let's check in with some of the places where you can sample this beloved berry:

• Brunchette – 7135 West State Street, Garden City, ID 83714
  Not far from Garden City homes for sale, you'll find Brunchette, a place where you can enjoy brunch all day long. Known for its wide variety of specialty coffee drinks, handcrafted cocktails, and breakfast delights like "Benedict's Avocado Toast," Brunchette reinvents the mid-morning meal by using local, ethically sourced ingredients from small vendors and farmers throughout the region. You won't want to miss out on huckleberry pancakes!
  
  
• Trillium – 245 South Capitol Boulevard, Boise, ID 83702
  Trillium astounds with its free valet parking and a chef-led menu that includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner from local, sustainable ingredients. Acclaimed for both "The Best Sandwich in Idaho" and "The Best Meatloaf in Idaho," among others, you can find Trillium on the lavish grounds of The Grove Hotel. There is also a full bar, and guests of the hotel can order from it directly for room service. Huckleberries are available fresh (in season) and in a variety of desserts.
  
  
• Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery – 610 West Grove Street, Boise, ID 83702
  Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery bills itself as "the nation's first restaurant and distillery" and lives up to that reputation with its sterling service and inventive menu. Lunch and dinner provide everything one could want, including appetizers, satays, tacos, soup and salad combos, sandwiches, burgers, and a full range of entrees. There's even a dedicated kids' menu bursting with flavorful favorites for the little ones. Try the seasonal huckleberry compote with fresh fruits and greens.
  
  
• Boise Pie Co. – 1216 North Orchard Street, Boise, ID 83706
  With a cheerful offer to "let us cook dinner for you," Boise Pie Co. is a leading name when it comes to the classic Idaho huckleberry pie. On top of the mouthwatering array of pies, you can also savor samples from the on-site bakeshop. Fresh treats are baked daily – the earlier you arrive, the better! Cheesecakes, cupcakes, bars, muffins, cobblers, crisps, and more are waiting for your visit. It should come as no surprise that huckleberry pie is a favorite here, but it is also used as a flavoring for cakes, tarts, and other baked goods.
  
  
• The Brickyard – 601 Main Street, Boise, ID 83702
  The Brickyard is the vision of master chef Drew Leger, a Boise native who was educated at the BSU School of Culinary Arts. Since 2011, he has been offering fine cuisine at the restaurant, where even the appetizers have a distinct gourmet spin. From starters like parmesan truffle fries, seared tuna, and oysters Rockefeller to mains such as filet mignon, herb-crusted lamb chops, and elk tenderloin, The Brickyard creates a memorable culinary experience. Depending on the season, you can find huckleberries incorporated into salads, entrees, small-plate appetizers, and fresh desserts baked on site.
  
  
• Delsa's Homemade Ice Cream & Restaurant – 7923 West Ustick Road, Boise, ID 83704
  There's something extra special about homemade ice cream during the hot summer months. And at Delsa's Homemade Ice Cream & Restaurant, you can enjoy a satisfying meal finished off with their locally made ice cream, still produced in small batches using Delsa Walton's original recipe from 1961. There might not be anything better than a fresh huckleberry shake, or dish of huckleberry ice cream made the old-fashioned way!

The local cuisine is just one of the many perks of living in the Boise area. Contact us to find out more about what Boise has in store.