What Local Restaurant Trends Broke Through This Year?
This year, our restaurant scene felt like a revolving door — with some spots closing, while flashy, new options opened and big chains continued to expand. But is Boise’s appetite for restaurants hitting its limit? We’re looking at what’s driving these trends and whether local independent restaurants can survive in this crowded, shifting market. Host Lindsay Van Allen is chatting with our Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter about what they’ve observed, and executive producer Frankie Barnhill shares insight from local restaurant owners.
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