TWIN FALLS RESTAURANT GETS BIG RECOGNITION FOR BEST FOOD & bEST pLACE

The best restaurant near me in Twin Falls is 2^nd South Market. Unlike any other Twin Falls restaurant, this first-in-Idaho food hall offers a totally unique place to eat when searching for a restaurant and food near me. With six different food vendors and a full bar – all under a single roof - 2^nd South Market food hall will accommodate anyone’s food preference.

Recently, 2^nd South Market received 9 “Best in the Magic Valley” awards. 2^nd South was voted the Best restaurant in Twin Falls for: BBQ (The Smokey  Bone), Pizza (Lucy’s NY Pizzeria), Seafood (Poke & Sushi Hut), Dessert (Petite Creperie & Café), Business Lunch, and Live Entertainment. They were also recognized as one of the Best places in Twin Falls and the Magic Valley for a Bakery (Petite Creperie & Café), Outdoor Dining, and an Event Venue. Other top dishes include authentic pho (Fuji Express), poke bowls, sushi, and coffee (Full Steam Espresso). Also, 2^nd South Market in Twin Falls received Idaho’s Best Award for Best Casual Restaurant in 2025.

With 30 beers on tap and a full bar at The TapHouse, customers can enjoy whatever food and drink they want.

Few places enjoy the recognition of offering some of the very best food in a unique Twin Falls venue, but 2^nd South Market, just four years old, is often one of the top places when travelers search for the best restaurant near me. This 13,000-sqaure foot casual family-friendly Twin Falls restaurant offers open seating, a wide variety of food and drink options, and seasonal outdoor dining.

From June-September, there’s live music in The Yard, 2^nd South Market’s 14,700-square-foot outdoor space. Enjoy a game of cornhole, sit around our fire pits, and bring you dog to enjoy our treats and bowls of fresh water.

6 Restaurants – One Bar - One Place

We have all been there. Lots of folks in the car or walking around and it’s time to eat – breakfast, lunch or dinner. But everyone wants something different. Kids want pizza. The guys would enjoy Texas BBQ and a cold beer. The ladies want sushi. Someone else just wants dessert and coffee. So where do you go for best place to eat near me? Finally, the solution is here. Idaho’s first food hall in Idaho, 2^nd South Market in Twin Falls. The one place that finally ends the food debate.

Ever been to a food hall? It’s an experience. The environment is active, casual and full of open seating.

There are large communal tables and areas for seating and small tables for a more private space. The food options range from coffee and poke bowls to pizza and crepes. 2^nd South Market also offers a cool outdoor area with a vibe everyone will enjoy. Open seasonally, there’s more seating with picnic tables, umbrellas, fire pits, cornhole and dog-friendly – with bones and water always available. Hang out and chill out on the weekends with live music. Grab a craft beer or favorite cocktail at the roll up windows for a quick refill. 2^nd South Market is always a great time for all.

The casual setting makes for a kid/family-friendly place to eat. A large variety of food and drink ensures you’re not committed to one thing. You can get a slice of pizza and crepe at the same time! Build your own custom poke bowl or sushi roll. Want some healthy homemade pho soup? Get it too. Smoked BBQ is also available with popular Texas-style side dishes on the side to choose from.

Local, Local, Local

An authentic food hall features just local food and vendors. No chain places. No industrial food. Just small local businesses doing their best to bring great food to the community. Idaho-owned Lucy’s Pizzeria offers hand-thrown dough with your favorite toppings cooked in a 600-degree oven. It will be some of the best pizza crust you’ve had. Crispy and hot. Right next door, visit the TapHouse with 30 beers on tap or order your favorite liquor drink.

The Smokey Bone’s Texas-style BBQ  is always a favorite with meats cooking in two massive smokers that are always running. Daily and weekly specials are always a great option. On the lighter side, Poke & Sushi Hut offers fresh made-to-order poke bowls and sushi. Grab it on the go if you prefer. Fuji Express is famous for their homemade amazing Pho made with bone broth and lots of fresh herbs. On the sweet side, Petite Creperie & Café offers freshly made crepes and a wide variety of pastry items. Next door, grab a coffee or energy drink at Full Steam Espresso.

Building on History

Housed in a former 1926 blacksmith, boilermaker, machining, welding and hardware building, the beautiful building has been totally renovated for modern amenities while much of the building’s history has been maintained and repurposed whenever possible. Look around! You’ll find many former building parts and pieces on display throughout 2^nd South.

Where It All Comes Together

The success of 2^nd South Market and the rise of other food halls around the country reflect a larger trend: people don’t just want a place to eat. They want variety, connection, quality, and experience. This award-winning food hall is a must visit when looking for the best place to eat in Twin Falls.