The best dining experiences combine food, atmosphere, and a view. While there are a handful of restaurants in Idaho with views along a river or even next to a waterfall, there are some that provide incredible city views. Ernie’s Steakhouse, located on Nez Perce Drive in Lewiston, is a rustic steakhouse with views that will take your breath away. While you’ll certainly come for the food, you’ll stay for the views. It’s one steakhouse in Idaho you need to check out for yourself.

Ernie’s Steakhouse is a must-visit restaurant in Lewiston. Serving this northern Idaho town since 2005, Ernie's Steakhouse is a beautiful place to eat and is one you’ll remember for a long time.

The dining room in this restaurant has quite a rustic vibe. You will feel like you are eating a meal in a luxury cabin.

And while the dining room is certainly lovely, we recommend you enjoy at least one meal out on the patio. From here, you can enjoy breathtaking views while overlooking the Snake River — you’ll never want to leave.

Ernie’s Steakhouse is locally owned and serves lunch and dinner seven days a week.

Start your meal with one of this Idaho steakhouse’s delicious appetizers like the loaded cowboy nachos, oysters, salmon flat bread, steak bites, and so much more.

Just make sure you save plenty of room for your meal. The menus feature a variety of entrees from both the land and sea and every dish is served with two sides and fresh bread.

The prime rib is one of the most popular options on the menu but you also can’t go wrong with the Alaskan sockeye salmon, the mahi-mahi, or the prawn dinner.

If you are in the mood for something like a burger, sandwich, salad, or wrap, there are plenty of options to choose from as well.

Of course, you’ll want to order some dessert at Ernie’s Steakhouse (even if you are too full and must take it to go). With desserts like the steakhouse fruit cobbler and the chocolate fudge cake, there is something for every sweet tooth.

When you want dinner with a view in the panhandle, make sure to stop at Ernie’s Steakhouse in Idaho. The views, vibe, and food are unforgettable.

For more information on this steakhouse in Idaho, visit the Ernie’s Steakhouse website.

Have you ever been to this restaurant in northern Idaho? Did you enjoy your meal outdoors? What are some of your favorite items on the menu? Let us know in the comments. And, if this is your first time in Lewiston and you are searching for someplace to stay, check out Hell Canyon Grand Hotel, a beautiful hotel near the river.

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