Gretchen Parsons

1 week ago | boisedev.com | Gretchen Parsons

A long-time chef known for his sushi and Japanese cuisine is retiring and closing his restaurant. Shige and Debbie Matsuzawa announced on social media that Shige’s Sushi Express Meridian on Meridian Rd. will wrap up service at the end of the month. “Words can’t describe how grateful we are for this community and the relationships we’ve built over the years- especially those of you who came in as customers but turned into friends and family over the years. We are beyond thankful,” the post reads.

1 month ago | boisedev.com | Gretchen Parsons

Mathew and Susie Gillikin aim to replicate a Tokyo street market with their new arcade in Boise’s Idaho Capital Asian Market plaza. Isekai, which means a fantasy world that a human enters, will feature more than 100 gashapon, claw, and vending machines, filled with tiny toys, plushies, and authentic Japanese snacks and drinks. “So, like Alice in Wonderland, Wonderland is an isekai because Alice went into it,” Mathew Gillikin explained.

1 month ago | boisedev.com | Gretchen Parsons

A longstanding Chinese restaurant in Garden City is closing for good next week. Golden Wok on Chinden Blvd. will serve its final meals on Saturday, May 17. The owners of Golden Wok announced the closing on social media, saying that their two oldest kids in their 20s have no interest in taking over the business, and their youngest daughter, a nine-year-old, is lonely at home. “She always wishes on Santa list only one wish… she wish her mom and dad stay home with her more after school and weekend.

1 month ago | boisedev.com | Gretchen Parsons

The wheels at a Boise Olympian’s cycling gym are about to stop spinning. Pivot by Krston Armstrong on Ten Mile in South Meridian is closing on Saturday, May 31. Members of the Ten Mile location got an email on Thursday informing them of the closure. The notice states that the gym wasn’t penciling out. “We’ve poured our heart, energy, and resources into making Ten Mile thrive. But despite our best efforts, it hasn’t proven to be a sustainable path forward,” the email reads.

2 months ago | boisedev.com | Gretchen Parsons

Payette Brewing is downsizing — but not disappearing. A reader noticed a “for lease” sign in front of the brewery on Pioneer St. in Boise on Thursday. A listing from TOK Commercial Real Estate shows that 27,000 square feet, which is the majority of the building, is available. It’s advertised as flexible office and warehouse space. An image on the flyer shows that the taproom and beer garden are not a part of the listing.