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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...
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
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
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
mmmcdowell says: We dined here for my Boyfriend's 30th birthday. We decided stayed at Hotel 43 because of Chandlers, which was also extremely wonderful, and I recommend staying there if you are celebrating anything special. You can order room service at the More...
Fanci Freez (Burgers & Drive-Ins)
1402 W. State St. Boise ID
208-344-8661
Sam Brilz says: Easily one of the best Burger dives in Boise. There are a couple left in the area, but Fanci Freez is one of my favorites. The food is good and the people are always helpful. I once dropped my half More...
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
kernalr says: I met someone for lunch here and had a very nice dining experience. The bread was fresh and of very good quality. I got the meatball sandwhich and was very happy with it. the sauce had great flavor with out More...
Goldy's Breakfast Bistro (Diner)
108 S. Capitol Blvd. Boise ID
208-345-4100
eugeboy says: Goldy's is, by far, the best place to have breakfast in Boise. You can get Bacon and Eggs anywhere, but you cannot get Eggs Benedict and Black Forrest Ham like they make a Goldy's anywhere to compare to how they More...
Goodwood Barbecue Company (BBQ, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise)
7849 W. Spectrum St. Boise ID
208-658-7173
Chad says: I cannot vouch for any Goodwood but the one in Boise but they are amazing and are the most customer friendly restaurant I have ever been to! We live 10 hours from this restaurant but whenever we head east it 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...
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
paula says: very authentic food. Buffet is the best in the valley. More...
Mazzah (Mediterranean/Middle Eastern)
404 E. Park Center Blvd. Boise Idaho
208-333-2223
Limey says: Wonderful Mediterranean food. Gyro sandwiches and salad are outstanding. Prices good. 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
Dani says: I agree, dont let one bad experience stop you from going to Rockies! Ive loved it ever sense I was a little girl. The food, waitresses and atmosphere is wonderful! Its awesome for any occosion and I love the DJ More...
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
Daniel Foster says: I concur with the rest: this place is awesome. Great food, very reasonably priced, and the owners make the place feel like an old-fashioned small-town diner. I wish the atmosphere inside were a bit more comfortable, as it's a bit More...
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...
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
Boise Little Theater (Theaters)
100 E. Fort St. Boise ID
208-342-5104
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
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
blueboise says: Forget the bad reviews here. We all have different sides to our temperament and chefs are known to be passionate, expressive people. The food is incredible, the staff attentive, kind, and knowledgeable, and the ambiance elegant, yet comfortable. I adore More...
Bittercreek Ale House (Pubs & Breweries, Bars and Clubs, Coldest Beer in Boise)
246 N. Eighth St. Boise ID
208-345-1813
Telara says: This place rocks! if your looking for the best brew or most sustainable restaurant you've found it! the food is exquisit, the service was timely and the atmosphere is casual to first date worthy. 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
mmmcdowell says: We dined here for my Boyfriend's 30th birthday. We decided stayed at Hotel 43 because of Chandlers, which was also extremely wonderful, and I recommend staying there if you are celebrating anything special. You can order room service at the 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...
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
Calamity Cathy says: Definitely my favorite brew pub/restaurant in the valley. Amazing micro brews (favorites being: Doolies, Hippie Shake and Full Moon Stout), great food and fantastic, cozy atmosphere. You are missing out if you haven't been here! 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
J1234 says: I have never had a bad time at Liquid!
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!
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...
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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