Remember when Boisee.com was about an occasional complaint, or some bar owner getting arrested. It is not to much fun to only post about the negative. This sad info comes by way of Dr Dave. . . Zutto Japanese Restaurant closed Tuesday after 11 years in Boise, citing the economy as a chief cause.
It opened in 1997 in the basement of the Carroll Building on Bannock Street then moved to its larger location at 615 W. Main St. in 2000. The phone message said the "economic downfall prompted our closure" and thanked patrons. If you have a gift certificate, call 850-8208.
Le Poulet Rouge, 106 N. 6th St., closed Thursday, Oct. 9, "until further notice" after the sudden death of owner Frank Plummer. The family has no current plans regarding the restaurant, said Kirk Prall, a family friend. Plans for memorial services are pending.