Guidebook for Boise
Food Scene
Family-owned coffee shop in Hyde Park, a favorite among locals for a morning cup (don't sleep on the breakfast burritos) or afternoon "work" meetings.
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Hyde Perk Coffee House
1507 N 13th StFamily-owned coffee shop in Hyde Park, a favorite among locals for a morning cup (don't sleep on the breakfast burritos) or afternoon "work" meetings.
A quaint restaurant with the best patio in Hyde Park. The kitchen is the size of an East Village apartment, but the food they're able to spin out is impressive.
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The Hyde House
1607 N 13th StA quaint restaurant with the best patio in Hyde Park. The kitchen is the size of an East Village apartment, but the food they're able to spin out is impressive.
Healthy, fresh, creative, and beautifully presented meals, our favorite for breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
40 moradores locais recomendam
Wild Root Café
276 N 8th StHealthy, fresh, creative, and beautifully presented meals, our favorite for breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
The infamous greasy spoon of Boise, which consistently delivers a diner-style menu with a local twist. This place is popular among locals and visitors alike, so be prepared to put your name down and wait 45-mins. They operate a coffee shop just down the corner that is known for their plus-sized mimosas that you can take between locations.
96 moradores locais recomendam
Goldy's Breakfast Bistro
108 S Capitol BlvdThe infamous greasy spoon of Boise, which consistently delivers a diner-style menu with a local twist. This place is popular among locals and visitors alike, so be prepared to put your name down and wait 45-mins. They operate a coffee shop just down the corner that is known for their plus-sized mimosas that you can take between locations.
A respectable attempt at making New York style pizza, stick with the classics and you won't be disappointed.
19 moradores locais recomendam
Guido's Original New York Style Pizza
235 N 5th StA respectable attempt at making New York style pizza, stick with the classics and you won't be disappointed.
Slow by Slow Coffee
405 S 8th StForm & Function
511 W Broad StPush and Pour
214 E 34th StBig City Coffee and Cafe
1416 W Grove StBest quality, though not the cheapest, Indian fare in town...everything made fresh
6 moradores locais recomendam
Taj Mahal of Idaho
150 N 8th StBest quality, though not the cheapest, Indian fare in town...everything made fresh
Drinks & Nightlife
Best cocktails in town and an eclectic menu that's sure to please. The same owner operates Bittercreek Ale House next door, which is understated but has wonderful locally-sourced meals and a top-notch beer selection.
66 moradores locais recomendam
Red Feather Lounge
246 N 8th StBest cocktails in town and an eclectic menu that's sure to please. The same owner operates Bittercreek Ale House next door, which is understated but has wonderful locally-sourced meals and a top-notch beer selection.
Boise's brewery scene has exploded, but Woodland Empire remains a cult classic. Their beers never disappoint and the vibe is down to earth, with pinball machines, arcade games and board games to keep the kids happy.
Order a sandwich from the hole-in-the-wall restaurant next door (Manfred's) and they'll deliver it to the brewery.
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Woodland Empire Brewery
1114 W Front StBoise's brewery scene has exploded, but Woodland Empire remains a cult classic. Their beers never disappoint and the vibe is down to earth, with pinball machines, arcade games and board games to keep the kids happy.
Order a sandwich from the hole-in-the-wall restaurant next door (Manfred's) and they'll deliver it to the brewery.
Great little bar and restaurant, with creative cocktails and top-notch creative cuisine. It's on the pricier side for Boise, but you get what you pay for. The bartenders and waitstaff are wonderful.
61 moradores locais recomendam
Modern Hotel
1314 W Grove StGreat little bar and restaurant, with creative cocktails and top-notch creative cuisine. It's on the pricier side for Boise, but you get what you pay for. The bartenders and waitstaff are wonderful.
The Olympic Venue
1009 W Main StNeurolux
111 N 11th StKnitting Factory Boise
416 S 9th StPayette Brewing Company
733 S Pioneer StCloud 9 Brewery
1750 W State StOur best friends Travis and Mallory opened Par Terre in March 2018. They make amazing wines for better prices...check out both their Rose and Syrah.
Par Terre Winery
4338 W Chinden BlvdOur best friends Travis and Mallory opened Par Terre in March 2018. They make amazing wines for better prices...check out both their Rose and Syrah.
Parks & Nature
Playgrounds, open green space, tennis courts, and a giant dune with miles upon miles of hiking and mountain biking hills, Camel's Back Park is the go-to spot for North Enders
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Parque das Costas de Camelo
27 Heron StPlaygrounds, open green space, tennis courts, and a giant dune with miles upon miles of hiking and mountain biking hills, Camel's Back Park is the go-to spot for North Enders
Table Rock is a quintessential Boise hike that will give you some of the best views of Treasure Valley
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Table Rock Trailhead
Table Rock is a quintessential Boise hike that will give you some of the best views of Treasure Valley
Bogus Basin is the local ski mountain, but it's also open during the summer and great for mountain biking, hiking, or a ride on the Mountain Coaster, 4,330 feet of twisting and turning track that winds through the woods and reaches speeds of 25+ mph.
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Bogus Basin Recreation Area
2600 N Bogus Basin RdBogus Basin is the local ski mountain, but it's also open during the summer and great for mountain biking, hiking, or a ride on the Mountain Coaster, 4,330 feet of twisting and turning track that winds through the woods and reaches speeds of 25+ mph.
Summer concert series here: http://idahobotanicalgarden.org/outlaw-field-summer-concerts/
124 moradores locais recomendam
Jardim Botânico de Idaho
2355 N Old Penitentiary RdSummer concert series here: http://idahobotanicalgarden.org/outlaw-field-summer-concerts/
Great for its public disc golf course and annual hot air balloon festival. You'll also end up here after floating the Boise River
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Ann Morrison Park Drive
Ann Morrison Park DriveGreat for its public disc golf course and annual hot air balloon festival. You'll also end up here after floating the Boise River
Nestled in a quiet section of the North End, Elm Grove is a staple for families young and old
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Elm Grove Park
2200 W Irene StNestled in a quiet section of the North End, Elm Grove is a staple for families young and old
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Sun Valley Lodge
1 Sun Valley RdThis is the best starting place for "Floating the Boise River"
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Barber Park
Barber ParkThis is the best starting place for "Floating the Boise River"
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
401 Broadway AveBoise Co-op North End
888 W Fort StTrader Joe's
300 S Capitol BlvdArts & Culture
Boise Contemporary Theater
854 W Fulton StIdaho Shakespeare Festival
5657 E Warm Springs AveMuseu de Arte de Boise
670 Julia Davis DrGetting Around
Wandervans
277 S 27th StLocal camper van rental company
Entertainment & Activities
Zoo de Boise
355 Julia Davis DrAquarium of Boise
64 N Cole RdThe Flicks: Rick's Cafe Americain
646 W Fulton St