I rarely sit down and take the time to write a review, but I just had to stop and tell everyone about Red Bench Pizza. I’ve been a “Benchie” now for over 20 years, and I haven’t found a better pizza place!
If you’re ready to upgrade your palate but still not break the bank, look no further! There is something for everyone here, whether it be pasta, salad, pizza, or dessert (you’ve GOTTA try the cannolis and the ricotta donut bites!)
Red bench has unique options that can’t be found anywhere else. They have a great kids menu, to DIE for appetizers (can't go wrong with the Italian nachos!), and they even have gluten-free and cauliflower crust for those that have flour sensitivities.
The cheeky menu sports one-of-a-kind pizzas with names like “ En Fuego”, a (spicy chicken favorite that you won’t want to miss), “No Meat, No Cry”, (not your typical veggie pie), and “Magic Kingdom”, (my personal fave) with exclusive toppings like parmesan roasted mushrooms, truffle oil, and garlic oil sauce. I like to pair their specialty pizzas with a nice glass of their Marciano Red house wine.
The authentic Italian-style food is consistently good, and you can tell they use fresh ingredients. The open dining area allows you to see the employees prepare your food, and the lively atmosphere is perfect for a lunch date, date night, or a family outing. The customer service is above par for most Boise restaurants.
This local gem is a must-stop for locals and tourists alike. A unique twist is the large mural of chef Jose Andres on the Kootenai side of the building, and the “Big Red Bench” out front for photo ops!
Close to downtown, Boise State University, the airport, and sitting at the heart of Boise’s iconic Bench neighborhood, Red Bench Pizza is a win-win for all you hungry Boise Benchers!
I came to Luciano’s for my mom’s birthday dinner. We were there about 1 hour before they close which I was worried about but they treated us so good! First? Arturo was our waiter and he was quick, kind, so personable and super happy. He didn’t skip a beat. I might even put him on top 5 best servers I have ever had. The food was 10/10. The cannolis are absolutely insane and they are gluten free!! My fav Italian restaurant in Idaho.
It was decent pizza but not for the cost of it. Me and my girlfriend and I have tried many gluten-free pizzas, and this one is far from being great. It isn't dry like many gluten-free free crusts are, would not go back.
One of my favorite places! It’s calm and cozy. We had a beautiful table at the bay window and ordered the gluten free crepes! They were amazing and service was attentive and friendly- thank you!
The Gluten Free Carbonara was exceptional! The GF spaghetti was delicious, probably some of the best GF noodles I’ve ever had.
We also tried the burrata and prosciutto appy. Did not disappoint. Will go again for a romantic date night, or a Wednesday night, whichever comes first!
We ordered the Mediterranean pasta, mine was gluten Free and my husband's was regular. The presentation was beautiful but the dish was extremely bland and the sauce was thin and flavorless. Mark, the manager, had the head chef redo our dishes and they turned out amazing, delicious. We appreciate that they were so willing to make it right. The cost of our dinner with drinks and dessert was very reasonable. We will definitely be back.
They serve gluten free pasta and pizza
The "Aspen" room is good for groups like the local running club. Our piazza was Canadian Bacon and Pine Nuts. Yummy!😊
The worker was there alone, taking calls, greeting and serving the drive up window and us inside.
I have gluten and dairy issues and he helped me with both. Wow. This guy's my hero.
Soooo upset I just wasted $55 on two gluten-free pizzas THEY HAVE OFFICIALLY sold out and now using the gross cauliflower crust like everyone else and no longer using the INCREDIBLE gluten free crust that made me love them to begin with I feel like I was tricked and I’m livid definitely last time eating there
Excellent bakery!! There was a line (which seems typical!) but it was quick. Good options for pastries and/or lunch. They have gluten free options! Gluten free olive oil cake and almond biscotti. Great all around. I tried the pistachio orange olive oil cake — dreaming about it still!!! Pistachio biscotti was also so tasty, I liked it more than the almond biscotti.
My husband got the topping focaccia and he loved it.
Can’t wait to visit Boise again for this.
Accommodating Gluten-Free