Guidebook for Boise
Food Scene
Because it's my favorite haunt...when I lived in Boise, you could find me here every Wednesday for happy hour, which is Monday-Friday from 4-7pm. Crafted cocktails and thoughtful farm to table food menu.
61 locals recommend
Modern Hotel
1314 W Grove StBecause it's my favorite haunt...when I lived in Boise, you could find me here every Wednesday for happy hour, which is Monday-Friday from 4-7pm. Crafted cocktails and thoughtful farm to table food menu.
The Wylder
501 W Broad StWonderful atmosphere with fabulous pizza and hand-crafted cocktails.
What is there not to love about St. Lawrence? Go for some smoked brisket and sit outside on the patio with drink (beer, wine and liquor) and take in the smell of meat smoking right next to the tables! I love their brunch!
20 locals recommend
Old Chicago Boise Downtown
705 W Bannock StWhat is there not to love about St. Lawrence? Go for some smoked brisket and sit outside on the patio with drink (beer, wine and liquor) and take in the smell of meat smoking right next to the tables! I love their brunch!
Cool modern vibe with an extensive drink menu (the Fuzzy Leapord will have you ordering another). Delicious food — order the pork chop!!
66 locals recommend
Red Feather Lounge
246 N 8th StCool modern vibe with an extensive drink menu (the Fuzzy Leapord will have you ordering another). Delicious food — order the pork chop!!
Because you have to...a real French bakery in the heart of Boise's North End.
52 locals recommend
Janjou Pâtisserie
1754 W State StBecause you have to...a real French bakery in the heart of Boise's North End.
Drinks & Nightlife
One of my favorite spots for Sunday with their $7 pitchers of craft beer special! Try the Syringa Pale Ale or the Snow Boarder Porter, two of my favorites.
24 locals recommend
Boise Brewing
521 W Broad StOne of my favorite spots for Sunday with their $7 pitchers of craft beer special! Try the Syringa Pale Ale or the Snow Boarder Porter, two of my favorites.
Tons of local and not-so-local beers on tap. Can be loud but I enjoy this casual vibe and you can park your bike inside!
10 locals recommend
The Handlebar Boise
1519 W Main StTons of local and not-so-local beers on tap. Can be loud but I enjoy this casual vibe and you can park your bike inside!
Just because...you should experience The Balcony for dancing and drag queen shows!
13 locals recommend
The Balcony Club
150 N 8th StJust because...you should experience The Balcony for dancing and drag queen shows!
A fun, family-friendly brewery offering locally-crafted libations next the Boise River/Greenbelt. Often times, rotating food trucks can be found in outside near the front entrance. Food is welcome inside and in their large grassy fenced yard.
70 locals recommend
Payette Brewing Company
733 S Pioneer StA fun, family-friendly brewery offering locally-crafted libations next the Boise River/Greenbelt. Often times, rotating food trucks can be found in outside near the front entrance. Food is welcome inside and in their large grassy fenced yard.
Entertainment & Activities
The cutest 4-screen theater that shows Independent and Foreign Films while serving dinner/treats and adults beverages.
76 locals recommend
The Flicks: Rick's Cafe Americain
646 W Fulton StThe cutest 4-screen theater that shows Independent and Foreign Films while serving dinner/treats and adults beverages.
Parks & Nature
Miles of paved trail that follows the Boise River. Walk or bike from the guest suite to the Whitewater Park/Pleasanton Street entrance—just 1/4 mile away. Have lunch at Caffe Luciano or have a cold brew at the Yardarm. You can also surf the man-made wave and rent a board at The Corridor.
12 locals recommend
Boise River Greenbelt
Boise River GreenbeltMiles of paved trail that follows the Boise River. Walk or bike from the guest suite to the Whitewater Park/Pleasanton Street entrance—just 1/4 mile away. Have lunch at Caffe Luciano or have a cold brew at the Yardarm. You can also surf the man-made wave and rent a board at The Corridor.
Sightseeing
Take of tour of our state Capitol and learn about the history of the city of Boise.
132 locals recommend
Idaho State Capitol Building
700 W Jefferson StTake of tour of our state Capitol and learn about the history of the city of Boise.
Arts & Culture
Learn about our large Basque population and how they ended up in Idaho!
31 locals recommend
Basque Museum & Cultural Center
611 W Grove StLearn about our large Basque population and how they ended up in Idaho!