It is the opinion of this meat-loving writer that every great dish starts (and ends) with bacon. And while International Bacon Day may not be until August 31, that doesn't make this heavenly meat any less of a diet necessity the 364 other days of the year. Enter BACON: the John Berryhill restaurant that's fixated on the pig. And trust me, this Idaho gem is sure to satisfy your strip-cravin’, pan-sizzlin’ heart. Are you the type of foodie that thinks that bacon is the perfect addition to any meal? If so, then this bacon-themed restaurant in Idaho might just be your holy grail. Check it out...

By day, John Berryhill's namesake restaurant, Berryhill & Co., in downtown Boise offers something extra special:

A bistro-styled menu laced with 5+ different types of house-cured bacon, and bacon-filled dishes crafted with just a hint of Southern flair.

It's two worlds perfectly blended into one.

8 tons of Berryhill's coveted hand-cured bacon are sold every year, and you'd be hard-pressed to find someone who can resist the sweet, smoky heat that every strip oozes.

It all starts with Bacon Bloody Marys, nationally awarded Bacon Lasagna and Bacon Mac and Cheese… but weaves its way into other delectable forms:

Like the occasional Bacon-Maple Doughnut, crafted in partnership with local pastry powerhouse, Guru Donuts, in downtown.

Of course, don't forget to grab a bacon oatmeal cookie on your way out!

Meatball subs, burgers, and BLTs are infused, piled high with, and sprinkled with delectable bacon crumbles or strips.

A diverse brunch menu that features biscuits smothered in thick bacon and sausage gravy, the delectable Benny Hill drizzled in Hollandaise, and hearty Southern grits.

Each dish has a healthy dose of the namesake meat.

Cute bacon "shots" and samplers let diners get adventurous with their tastebuds as they explore the flavor-infused and cured strips that started it all.

Chile-sugar is Berryhill's "original" flavor, but Kurobata, Spicy Hot, and Maple Rosemary all tempt the tastebuds with crispy, smoky-sweet goodness, while full packages of the bacon will keep your cravings at bay at home without a trip to the bistro.

The rustic-chic space is casual and comfortable; a perfect mix of modern and urban decor that suits carnivorous bacon indulgence.

And the outdoor patio is a lovely, urban getaway.

Berryhill continues to craft new menu items to add to his BACON menu, and we're on board with whatever new creation the lineup features!

Bacon is king, after all.

Carnivores, rejoice! You can find Berryhill/BACON at 121 N 9th St, Boise, ID 83702. Have you ever dined at this bacon-themed restaurant in Idaho before? Share with us your experience and your favorite menu items in the comments section! Or if you're looking for more information about this bacon hotspot, visit the website or Facebook Page.