Food Scene
Roosevelt is our quintessential neighborhood market where you can grab a cup of coffee, a hearty breakfast, or that basic item you forgot at the big grocery store.
21 locals recommend
Roosevelt Market
311 N Elm AveRoosevelt is our quintessential neighborhood market where you can grab a cup of coffee, a hearty breakfast, or that basic item you forgot at the big grocery store.
Excellent pub with a focus on LOCAL food, beer and wine right on the most happening street in Boise. Great for a beer on the patio or to enjoy a wonderful locally sourced meal.
101 locals recommend
Bittercreek Alehouse
246 N 8th StExcellent pub with a focus on LOCAL food, beer and wine right on the most happening street in Boise. Great for a beer on the patio or to enjoy a wonderful locally sourced meal.
Big City Coffee and Cafe
1416 W Grove StExcellent breakfast menu!
For those REALLY special occasions. 5 course meal with wine pairings by an award winning chef and crew.
State & Lemp
2870 W State StFor those REALLY special occasions. 5 course meal with wine pairings by an award winning chef and crew.
Guru Donuts
2826 W Main StFancy donuts and coffee!
Madhuban Indian Cuisine
6930 W State StGreat Indian eats
Shangri-la Wellness
For those who love vegetarian or vegan food and a laid back atmosphere.
Croquettes and a beer on the patio... ahhhh
Or for something to fill the belly go for the spicy lamb grinder.
33 locals recommend
Bar Gernika
202 S Capitol BlvdCroquettes and a beer on the patio... ahhhh
Or for something to fill the belly go for the spicy lamb grinder.
Drinks & Nightlife
Juniper
211 N 8th StFun spot for a drink or a meal
Local live music, classic Boise scene. Fun spot to relax with a drink.
54 locals recommend
Pengillys Saloon
513 W Main StLocal live music, classic Boise scene. Fun spot to relax with a drink.
Great cocktail menu and atmosphere. Nice to sit outside when weather is good. Also a good food menu.
61 locals recommend
Modern Hotel
1314 W Grove StGreat cocktail menu and atmosphere. Nice to sit outside when weather is good. Also a good food menu.
Arts & Culture
Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial
770 S 8th StHomage to Anne Frank and her life's work
Boise Contemporary Theater
854 W Fulton StBecause live theatre is awesome
MING Studios
420 S 6th StGreat local gallery featuring local and international artists.
Grab a beer or glass of wine and take it in to the theatre to enjoy an independent film.
76 locals recommend
The Flicks: Rick's Cafe Americain
646 W Fulton StGrab a beer or glass of wine and take it in to the theatre to enjoy an independent film.
Freak Alley Gallery
210 N 9th StStroll the alley and enjoy the art right downtown.
Poke your head in here to learn about the Basque history in Boise. The entire Basque Block is great including the Basque Market, Basque Center, Gernika etc.
31 locals recommend
Basque Museum & Cultural Center
611 W Grove StPoke your head in here to learn about the Basque history in Boise. The entire Basque Block is great including the Basque Market, Basque Center, Gernika etc.
It's part community event center and part arts center. Worth exploring.
32 locals recommend
Jack's Urban Meeting Place
1000 W Myrtle StIt's part community event center and part arts center. Worth exploring.
Parks & Nature
Castle Rock
Great view of Boise and a short hike from our house!
Get on your bike and cruise down to the Boise Whitewater Park or explore the Esther Simplot Park.
128 locals recommend
Boise River Greenbelt
Boise River GreenbeltGet on your bike and cruise down to the Boise Whitewater Park or explore the Esther Simplot Park.
Bogus Basin Recreation Area
2600 N Bogus Basin RdSkiing, hiking, mountain biking...
Sightseeing
Idaho State Capitol Building
700 W Jefferson StBeautiful building worth poking your head in.
Essentials
WinCo Foods
110 E Myrtle StCheap and has everything. Employee owned
Trader Joe's
300 S Capitol Blvd