The best restaurants in Pocatello

27 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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When you need a hearty local fix, The Prospector American Cuisine delivers juicy burgers, prime rib, and steaks made with top quality cuts,…

133 W Burnside Ave

When you need a hearty local fix, The Prospector American Cuisine delivers juicy burgers, prime rib, and steaks made with top quality cuts, plus spuds sourced from Wada Farms in Pingree. Laid-back Gold Mine vibe, friendly crew, and the kind of dinner that actually fills you up.

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Leis Mongolian B-B-Q lets you load up a bowl with meats, noodles, and veggies, pick your sauces, then watch it hit the sizzling grill. It’s…

141 E Linden Ave (Chubbuck)

Leis Mongolian B-B-Q lets you load up a bowl with meats, noodles, and veggies, pick your sauces, then watch it hit the sizzling grill. It’s the kind of customizable comfort that saves weeknights, whether you go light and clean or stack it like a champion.

From the Pocatello newsletter, August 6, 2026

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KFC

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Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus combo meals & sides.

670 Yellowstone Ave

Restaurant chain known for its buckets of fried chicken, plus combo meals & sides.

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Red Rabbit Grill

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Relaxed restaurant serving burgers and fries, along with steaks, chicken dishes and beers.

1200 Yellowstone Ave

Relaxed restaurant serving burgers and fries, along with steaks, chicken dishes and beers.

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Gin Sen

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Casual eatery serving classic Thai entrees, including vegetarian and vegan options, plus beer.

507 E Center St

Casual eatery serving classic Thai entrees, including vegetarian and vegan options, plus beer.

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Comfortable locale with a warm vibe for elevated American fare, including steak, seafood & pasta.

1400 Bench Rd

Comfortable locale with a warm vibe for elevated American fare, including steak, seafood & pasta.

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Casual shop serving bagels including varieties like pumpkin and sesame plus sandwiches.

559 S 5th Ave

Casual shop serving bagels including varieties like pumpkin and sesame plus sandwiches.

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Old-fashioned diner offering hearty breakfast, housemade jams & American comfort fare.

130 S 5th Ave

Old-fashioned diner offering hearty breakfast, housemade jams & American comfort fare.

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Pizza Pie Cafe

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Lively, laid-back regional chain serving pizzas, pastas & salads, plus creative dessert pies.

4141 Pole Line Rd

Lively, laid-back regional chain serving pizzas, pastas & salads, plus creative dessert pies.

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Pizzeria chain serving creative pies, sandwiches, beer & wine in a casual, rustic setting.

4150 Pole Line Rd

Pizzeria chain serving creative pies, sandwiches, beer & wine in a casual, rustic setting.

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Roadhouse-style chain serving wings, burgers & hearty comfort-food plates, plus craft beers.

696 Yellowstone Ave

Roadhouse-style chain serving wings, burgers & hearty comfort-food plates, plus craft beers.

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Relaxed restaurant with sushi, hibachi dinners, and a kids' menu, plus small plates and cocktails.

220 Bullock St (Chubbuck)

Relaxed restaurant with sushi, hibachi dinners, and a kids' menu, plus small plates and cocktails.

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Japanese eatery dishing up bowls of ramen and sushi rolls amid an easygoing atmosphere.

231 W Quinn Rd A

Japanese eatery dishing up bowls of ramen and sushi rolls amid an easygoing atmosphere.

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Casual, healthy-leaning outpost offering counter-service sandwiches, salads & wraps.

121 S Main St

Casual, healthy-leaning outpost offering counter-service sandwiches, salads & wraps.

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Taste Of Hawaii

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Casual restaurant serving Hawaiian plate lunches including teriyaki and kalua pork for lunch and dinner.

200 S Main St

Casual restaurant serving Hawaiian plate lunches including teriyaki and kalua pork for lunch and dinner.

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Long-standing Italian eatery serves housemade pasta & traditional Italian fare in a cozy setting.

626 E Lewis St

Long-standing Italian eatery serves housemade pasta & traditional Italian fare in a cozy setting.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

4200 Pole Line Rd

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

945 S 5th Ave

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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Casual eatery specializing in traditional Japanese fare such as sushi rolls, steak teriyaki, fried rice and boba drinks.

1000 Pocatello Creek Rd # W2

Casual eatery specializing in traditional Japanese fare such as sushi rolls, steak teriyaki, fried rice and boba drinks.

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Relaxed coffee-house with a menu of wraps, sandwiches, paninis, salads and bagels, as well as hot chocolate.

604 S 8th Ave

Relaxed coffee-house with a menu of wraps, sandwiches, paninis, salads and bagels, as well as hot chocolate.

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Papa Johns Pizza

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Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

114 S 5th Ave

Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

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Wingstop

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Laid-back eatery specializing in fried chicken wings with a variety of flavors, plus tenders and fries.

4013 Yellowstone Ave Ste. C (Chubbuck)

Laid-back eatery specializing in fried chicken wings with a variety of flavors, plus tenders and fries.

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Cafe Tuscano

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Classic American bistro fare & an extensive wine list on offer in this roomy, contemporary eatery.

2231 E Center St

Classic American bistro fare & an extensive wine list on offer in this roomy, contemporary eatery.

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Big Foot Pizza

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Venerable pizza joint & takeout since 1984 known for homemade crust & massive pies.

168 Jefferson Ave

Venerable pizza joint & takeout since 1984 known for homemade crust & massive pies.

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Upscale-casual bar & grill offering inventive American dishes, plus salads & cocktails.

2365 Via Caporatti Dr

Upscale-casual bar & grill offering inventive American dishes, plus salads & cocktails.

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Five Guys

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Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

235 W Quinn Rd

Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

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Thai Zap

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Casual Thai joint for Pad Thai and drunken noodles served alongside curries and other dishes.

465 Yellowstone Ave

Casual Thai joint for Pad Thai and drunken noodles served alongside curries and other dishes.

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