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What to Do in Boise

This list was compiled from Boise Weekly's readers' and editors' top picks.

Restaurants

Asiago's (Italian)
1002 W. Main St. Boise ID
208-336-5552
teef says: mmmm.....absolutely delicious! outstanding food and exceptional service. we'll definitely return to try more of their specials. More...
Bar Gernika (Basque, Coldest Beer in Boise)
202 S. Capitol Blvd. Boise Idaho
208-344-2175
BoiseFoodie says: Bar Gernika is as much of a staple to the true Boisean diet as the Basque culture is to Idaho. The menu is simple, limited, but with that the beauty of doing everything well shines. My wife and i have More...
Bardenay (Pubs & Breweries, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise, Music Venues)
610 Grove St. Boise ID
208-426-0538
Friskyplatypus says: So much love for this place! Oh my gosh. The bartenders are the best in Boise, the booze is mixed perfectly and fairly priced and don't get me started on the food. They've hired a new chef, the pork chops More...
Bella Aquila (Italian)
775 S. Rivershore Lane Eagle ID
208-938-1900
smithlo says: We look forward to every visit to Bella Aquila. We are fortunate enough to be able to walk from our home, down the 'greenbelt', under the bridge and arrive at Bella Aquila. The restaurant is family owned and the owner's More...
Berryhill & Co. Restaurant (Fine Dining, Bars and Clubs)
121 N. Ninth St. Boise ID
208-387-3553
newhere says: New Year's Eve saw a capacity crowd, but everything moved smoothly and the buffet was always fresh... even after 10:00p.m. Everything was delicious... from cocktails to dessert and each morsel in between! Our first time there... and we'll definitely be More...
Bittercreek Ale House (Pubs & Breweries, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise)
246 N. Eighth St. Boise ID
208-345-1813
Go Listen Boise says: Thank you for supporting local music!
Cafe Vicino (European)
808 W. Fort St. Boise ID
208-472-1463
Chandlers Steakhouse (Fine Dining, Steak & Seafood, Bars and Clubs, Music Venues)
981 W. Grove St. Boise ID
208-383-4300
admriker444 says: best fine dining in the state period. the 10 minute martini is fantastic. the chocolate soufle is amazing but be sure to order it early (takes 30 min to prepare). and the best steaks around. More...
Flatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria-Bown (Pizza, Bars and Clubs)
3139 S. Bown Way Boise ID
208-343-4177
Flying Pie Pizzeria (Pizza, Bars and Clubs)
4320 W. State St. Boise ID
208-384-0000
Gino's Italian Ristorante (Italian)
3015 W. McMillan Road, Ste. 108 Meridian ID
208-887-7710
Mooky says: I have to wonder if the one star reviewer even ate at the place we are talking about. I am a trained chef and Gino still impresses me. Good, simple rustic Italian food prepared well with quality ingredients. Between this More...
Goldy's Breakfast Bistro (Diner)
108 S. Capitol Blvd. Boise ID
208-345-4100
dmnk says: Definitely the best breakfast in Boise! The eggs benedict, the french toast, and breakfast burrito are all great! So good in fact that I'm sure there's not a bad item on their entire menu. Be prepared to wait, but we More...
Goodwood Barbecue Company (BBQ, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise)
7849 W. Spectrum St. Boise ID
208-658-7173
Russ Ham says: Took my mother to dinner for her birthday. The eagle road location always has incredible food and atmosphere. We were seated as soon as we walked in. (5 adults in our party) and have never had to wait more than More...
Happy Fish Sushi & Martini Bar (Japanese, Bars and Clubs)
855 Broad St. Boise ID
208-343-4810
Knitting Factory Concert House (Pubs & Breweries, Bars and Clubs, Event Centers, Music Venues)
416 S. Ninth St. Boise Idaho
208-367-1212
Leku Ona (Basque, Bars and Clubs)
117 S. Sixth St. Boise ID
208-345-6665
Madhuban (Indian)
6930 W. State St. Boise Idaho
208-853-8215
thebaldgourmet says: When I eat at places like Madhuban Authentic Indian Cuisine I become extremely confused when I hear people tell me that they don’t like Indian food. What the hell is wrong with you people? You must just not know what More...
Pizzalchik (Pizza, Bars and Clubs)
7330 W. State St. Boise ID
208-853-7757
Red Feather Lounge (Fine Dining, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise)
246 N. Eighth St. Boise ID
208-429-6340
Mark Csencsits says: Red Feather is like eating at the restaurant your friend owns. They think of the city as their family and treat everyone like that.. The food is consistently good and the servers and bartenders are nice. No hate for Red More...
Rick's Press Room (Pubs & Breweries, Diner)
130 E. Idaho Ave. Meridian ID
208-288-0558
marymckercher says: Great food wonderful service and a Reuben you just HAVE to see to appreciate! (probably a POUND of Corned Beef on it!). My kids LOVE the Fetttechini Americano. A great place for the family and FANTASTIC food too! More...
Rockies Diner (Burgers & Drive-Ins)
3900 Overland Road Boise ID
208-336-2878
michaelv_id says: Just returned from dinner at Rocky's. Best food and service I have had in years. Normally you wait 10-15 minutes for your food, but ours was at our table, hot and yummy in 5 minutes after ordering. They had only More...
Seasons Bistro Wine Bar and Catering (Delis, Stores, Music Venues)
1117 E. Winding Creek Road Eagle ID
208-939-6680
Smoky Mountain Pizza and Pasta (Pizza, Coldest Beer in Boise)
1805 W. State St. Boise ID
208-387-2727
Tango's Subs and Empanadas (Argentine)
701 N. Orchard St. Boise ID
208-322-3090
leeflow says: Great mom and pop shop. I have yet to try something I don't like. Chimichuri is a house topping that you have to try if you are a foodie, it is both subtle and sharp and will not overwhelm the More...
The Flicks (Delis, Movie Theaters)
646 Fulton St. Boise ID
208-342-4222
eugeboy says: The last time we went to the Flicks, there was only one theater (I think...it was a long time ago.) We went yesterday for the annual i48 film festival and it all came back to me - I love the More...

Arts Venues

Alley Repertory Theater at VAC (Theaters)
3638 Osage St. Garden City ID
208-388-4278
Art Source Gallery (Galleries)
1015 W. Main St. Boise ID
208-331-3374
Basque Museum and Cultural Center (Cultural Attractions, Museums)
611 Grove St. Boise ID
208-343-2671
Boise Art Museum (Museums)
670 Julia Davis Drive Boise ID
208-345-8330
Boise Contemporary Theater (Theaters)
854 Fulton St. Boise ID
208-331-9224
Edwards Boise Downtown Stadium 9 (Movie Theaters)
760 Broad St. Boise ID
208-338-3821
Edwards Boise Stadium 22 and IMAX (Movie Theaters)
7701 W. Overland Road Boise ID
208-377-9603
Egyptian Theatre (Movie Theaters, Theaters)
700 W. Main St. Boise ID
208-345-0454
Idaho Black History Museum (Cultural Attractions, Museums)
508 Julia Davis Drive Boise ID
208-433-0017
Idaho Shakespeare Festival (Theaters)
5657 Warm Springs Ave. Boise ID
208-429-9908, box office 208-336-9221
Idaho State Historical Museum (Museums)
610 N. Julia Davis Drive Boise ID
208-334-2120
Knock 'Em Dead Dinner Theatre (Theaters)
415 E. Parkcenter Blvd. Boise ID
208-385-0021
Lisk Gallery (Galleries)
401 S. Eighth St. Boise ID
208-342-3773
Nampa Reel Theatre (Movie Theaters)
2104 Caldwell Boulevard Nampa ID
208-377-2620
Northgate Reel Theatre (Movie Theaters)
6950 W. State St. Boise ID
208-377-2620
Prairie Dog Playhouse (Theaters)
3820 Cassia St. Boise ID
208-336-7383
R. Grey Gallery Jewelry and Art Glass (Galleries, Stores)
415 S. Eighth St. Boise ID
208-385-9337
Spontaneous Productions Community Theater (Theaters)
703 S. Latah St. Boise ID
208-363-7053
Stage Coach Theatre (Theaters)
4802 W. Emerald Ave. Boise ID
208-342-2000
Starlight Mountain Theatre (Theaters)
850 S. Middlefork Road Crouch ID
208-462-5523
Stewart Gallery (Galleries)
2230 Main St. Boise ID
208-433-0593
The Alano (Theaters)
3820 Cassia St. Boise ID
208-336-7383
The Flicks (Delis, Movie Theaters)
646 Fulton St. Boise ID
208-342-4222
eugeboy says: The last time we went to the Flicks, there was only one theater (I think...it was a long time ago.) We went yesterday for the annual i48 film festival and it all came back to me - I love the More...
The Gallery at The Linen Building (Galleries)
1402 W. Grove St. Boise ID
208-385-0111
Woman of Steel Gallery and Wine Bar (Galleries)
3640 W. Chinden Blvd. Garden City ID
208-331-5632

Nightlife Venues

Balcony Club (Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise, Music Venues)
150 N. Eighth St., Ste. 226 Boise ID
208-336-1313
Bar Gernika (Basque, Coldest Beer in Boise)
202 S. Capitol Blvd. Boise Idaho
208-344-2175
ralleuc says: Who orders a basque sausage on a roll? Obviously the first reviewer is from Canyon County. Really, does Bar Gernika even need a review? I can't even count how many times I've gone there and it was never bad. Except More...
Bardenay (Pubs & Breweries, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise, Music Venues)
610 Grove St. Boise ID
208-426-0538
Friskyplatypus says: So much love for this place! Oh my gosh. The bartenders are the best in Boise, the booze is mixed perfectly and fairly priced and don't get me started on the food. They've hired a new chef, the pork chops More...
Berryhill & Co. Restaurant (Fine Dining, Bars and Clubs)
121 N. Ninth St. Boise ID
208-387-3553
Hannah says: I love the food, I love the bar, I love the drinks, I love the atmosphere!!! I LOVE BERRYHILL!!! FAVORITE!!! WILL GO BACK!! More...
Bittercreek Ale House (Pubs & Breweries, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise)
246 N. Eighth St. Boise ID
208-345-1813
Mark says: Bittercreek is good people using good local food. Know what to order abd when, and you won't be disappointed! And ask for a recommendation from the manager because they always know what is good and what needs work at that More...
Bouquet (Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise, Music Venues)
1010 W. Main St. Boise ID
208-345-6605
music fan says: Excelent Blues band!! and is free! great musicians and Bouquet is great bar too, I recommend this. More...
Chandlers Steakhouse (Fine Dining, Steak & Seafood, Bars and Clubs, Music Venues)
981 W. Grove St. Boise ID
208-383-4300
admriker444 says: best fine dining in the state period. the 10 minute martini is fantastic. the chocolate soufle is amazing but be sure to order it early (takes 30 min to prepare). and the best steaks around. More...
China Blue (Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise, Music Venues)
100 S. Sixth St. Boise ID
208-345-9515
Paul Valentine says: Awesome Experience I had the best time great service, fair prices, Really fantastic staff, I'm Very impressed with the music and their DJ Zuz One of the Best DJ,s In Idaho, I would recommend to all of my friends and More...
Cowgirls (Bars and Clubs)
353 Ave. E Kuna ID
208-922-9522
CamBozey says: Bobbi the bartender is the coolest chick you'll ever meet! The costume party at Halloween is the bomb! I will never go downtown again as long as there's a Cowgirls!! The people at Cowgirls are so relaxed and it's okay More...
Dirty Little Roddy's (Bars and Clubs)
100 S. Sixth St. Boise ID
208-345-9515
tawnialc says: I love this bar! I always have a good time and what's more amusing than watching people ride a mechanical bull? Well I'll tell you... Riding the mechanical bull! Now be careful it's addicting, I know from experience I'm suffering More...
Flatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria-Bown (Pizza, Bars and Clubs)
3139 S. Bown Way Boise ID
208-343-4177
Flying Pie Pizzeria (Pizza, Bars and Clubs)
4320 W. State St. Boise ID
208-384-0000
Goodwood Barbecue Company (BBQ, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise)
7849 W. Spectrum St. Boise ID
208-658-7173
Russ Ham says: Took my mother to dinner for her birthday. The eagle road location always has incredible food and atmosphere. We were seated as soon as we walked in. (5 adults in our party) and have never had to wait more than More...
Happy Fish Sushi & Martini Bar (Japanese, Bars and Clubs)
855 Broad St. Boise ID
208-343-4810
Highlands Hollow Brewhouse (Pubs & Breweries, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise)
2455 Harrison Hollow Lane Boise ID
208-343-6820
Chris_Stick says: Freakin love the Fiegwild! The food is always high quality and the service is always friendly. The Mess o'chops is award-worthy and have I mentioned the Fiegwild? Other beers are tasty too. Boise classic. More...
Humpin' Hannah's (Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise, Music Venues)
621 Main St. Boise ID
208-345-7557
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Knitting Factory Concert House (Pubs & Breweries, Bars and Clubs, Event Centers, Music Venues)
416 S. Ninth St. Boise Idaho
208-367-1212
Leku Ona (Basque, Bars and Clubs)
117 S. Sixth St. Boise ID
208-345-6665
Liquid (Bars and Clubs)
405 S. Eighth St., Ste. 110 Boise ID
208-287-5379
grengoat says: Liquid is great. They moved the stage, it's in a much better location now, saw some badass bands last night, NUDE OIL, DEMONI, and, THREE BAD JACKS. They all rocked. Wish Liquid would have more punk/metal bands on weekends...Good times More...
Neurolux (Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise, Music Venues)
111 N. 11th St. Boise ID
208-343-0886
Go Listen Boise says: Thank you for supporting local music!
Red Feather Lounge (Fine Dining, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise)
246 N. Eighth St. Boise ID
208-429-6340
Mark Csencsits says: Red Feather is like eating at the restaurant your friend owns. They think of the city as their family and treat everyone like that.. The food is consistently good and the servers and bartenders are nice. No hate for Red More...
Seasons Bistro Wine Bar and Catering (Delis, Stores, Music Venues)
1117 E. Winding Creek Road Eagle ID
208-939-6680
Shorty's Saloon (Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise)
5467 Glenwood Garden City ID
208-378-7363
CSCowgirl says: What an awesome place to dance and listen to live music on the weekends. Great crowd and great staff. More...
Smoky Mountain Pizza and Pasta (Pizza, Coldest Beer in Boise)
1805 W. State St. Boise ID
208-387-2727
Tavern at Bown Crossing (Steak & Seafood, Bars and Clubs)
3111 S. Bown Way Boise ID
208-345-2277
mjs_28s says: pesarobloo: Look at what you wrote: "The group consists of nurses, technicians, engineers, machinist, dental professionals, business professionals, etc. staple members of our community. After talking to the manager he agreed to serve us but the wait staff acted like More...

Public Places

Basque Museum and Cultural Center (Cultural Attractions, Museums)
611 Grove St. Boise ID
208-343-2671
Idaho Black History Museum (Cultural Attractions, Museums)
508 Julia Davis Drive Boise ID
208-433-0017
Knitting Factory Concert House (Pubs & Breweries, Bars and Clubs, Event Centers, Music Venues)
416 S. Ninth St. Boise Idaho
208-367-1212

Shops

R. Grey Gallery Jewelry and Art Glass (Galleries, Stores)
415 S. Eighth St. Boise ID
208-385-9337
Seasons Bistro Wine Bar and Catering (Delis, Stores, Music Venues)
1117 E. Winding Creek Road Eagle ID
208-939-6680

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