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 Downtown patio dining |
999 Main Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 342 4900 |
Serving an American-international menu since 1981, this downtown eatery attracts businesspeople on the power lunch prowl, as well as couples looking for a romantic night on the town. An inviting patio, perfect for warm summer nights, invites passersby to stop in and allows diners to enjoy people watching. Specials change daily and usually include grilled chicken and pasta dishes. The Cantonese Chicken Salad and Cajun Carpetbagger Steak are among local favorites. The decor and menu, however, change often. The lounge features carefully selected wine lists, microbrews, cocktails, and cigars. Angell's also offers banquet facilities and musical entertainment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Downtown pub with 21 microbrews |
246 North Eighth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 345 1813 http://www.bittercreekalehouse... |
Customers perch on bar stools and the conversation is always flowing at this downtown nightspot. Wooden floors complement the brewpub atmosphere with tables scattered throughout the bar. Large windows looking out to the street are perfect for people watching. Offering about 21 different Northwest microbrews, the pub has become a favorite hangout. The food is original with appetizers such as Clams in Amber, Garlic and Herbs and a variety of desserts. Originality continues with the beer, offering Rogue Dead Guy Ale and Hazelnut Brown Nectar, making the beers sound as good as the desserts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Watch me ski, ski, ski |
2600 Bogus Basin Road Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 332 5151 / +1 800 367 4397 http://www.bogusbasin.com |
Located 16 miles north of Boise, off a twisting mountain road, this folksy ski resort is Boise's winter getaway. Offering great skiing day or night, Bogus has 58 runs, six ski lifts and Bogus Basin Nordic Center. Amenities include ski school, rental and retail shop, restaurants, sleigh rides and the Pioneer Inn Condominiums. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Grab a tray and go |
801 Main Street (Eighth and Main streets) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 342 3456 |
One of the city's favorite downtown cafes, this eatery has pleased palates for years. Slow-roasted meats, hand-kneaded bread baked in brick-lined ovens and old-fashioned milkshakes are among the popular choices. Don't let the tray fool you into thinking about junior high school cafeteria food, either. Its selections, such as the Louisiana Cajun Gumbo, Beanery Club and Apple Bread Pudding with Bourbon Walnut Sauce, are not only edible, but enjoyable too! Patio and indoor seating are available. The eatery is adjacent to the Boise Center on the Grove, Boise's brick-covered plaza. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming surroundings and generous servings |
404 South Eighth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 3222 http://www.cafeole.com |
Brick walls and painted arches greet diners as they enter this Boise favorite, located at the historic Eighth Street Marketplace. Opening its doors in 1981, the restaurant brings a little taste of Mexico to Idaho. Diners can munch on Nachitos or Mini Taquitos while waiting for their main course, or try the Chicken Tropicana Salad. Entrees include crispy Chicken Flautas and Camarones Rancheros, grilled shrimp with a homemade sauce. The Arroz Con Pollo En Crema, chicken covered with a jalisco-based cream sauce, highlights the specialties. The restaurant also serves a variety of margaritas and beers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dining with tree-filled views |
913 West River Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 333 9800 http://www.cottonwoodgrille.com |
From the white linen to the floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, this downtown restaurant promises an exceptional dining experience. Delivering elegant yet comfortable furnishings, the conveniently located restaurant offers a menu specializing in contemporary American dishes. Fresh Idaho trout and prime beef from J.R. Simplot Company, a local supplier, are among the specialties. The lunch menu includes delicacies such as Chilled Smoked Idaho Trout Filet and an assortment of soups, salads, sandwiches and pastas, including Rigatoni with Fresh Sausage. Begin your dinner with an appetizer such as Spicy Marinated Eggplant or Steamers. A full complement of wines and other beverages are offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nationally-acclaimed cuisine |
750 West Idaho Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 333 8400 |
Where can you find a chef influenced by 1800s cookbooks with a background in mess hall cooking? This simple yet elegant restaurant offers just that chef, and the cuisine matches his original background. Oversized plates frame main entrees such as Duck Gumbo, Charbroiled Beef and Grilled Lamb Chops. Jazzy tunes drift from the restaurant, housed in the historic Union Block Building, and careful training is evident in the attentive waiters that serve your meal with a flourish. A full-service bar is also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boise United States |
Dubbed as Boise's cultural, governmental and economic hub, the downtown area is a vibrant display of sidestreet cafes, posh boutiques and renowned art galleries to give it a slight European feel. A new development along 8th Street Marketplace--known for its pleasantly large pedestrian walkways--lends to downtown a large array of business and housing opportunities, along with a high-end theatre and more common, recognizable restaurants. No day of the year is left untouched by entertainment events: the Alive after Five event has become a Wednesday summer ritual, while the Capital City Farmer's Market offers the freshest vegetables and fruits from April to October. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Shop and dine in early 1900s warehouse |
404 South Eighth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 0641 |
An early morning stroll through this turn-of-the-century market will take you back in time. Freshly-ground coffee charges the air, and it's only a modern mountain bike leaning against the wall that brings you back to reality. The refurbished, early 1900s warehouses that make up the marketplace now host quaint shops, movie theaters and restaurants such as Cafe Ole Restaurant and Cantina. Comedy lovers can enjoy the Funny Bone Comedy Club or, if athletics are your thing, check out the World Sports Humanitarian Hall of Fame. Arches, skylights and other architectural touches highlight the old warehouses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian eatery at the Grove Hotel |
245 South Capitol Boulevard Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 333 8000 |
Cherry wood highlights the decor of this northern Italian restaurant, located in the lobby of the Grove Hotel (The), A Coast Hotel. Perfect for diners attending events at the QWest Arena or other nightlife offerings, the restaurant features Rainbow Trout Encrusted with Pine Nuts or Pollo Alla Cacciatore. It offers a large wine and beer list and a complete bar. If you still have room, try one of the homemade waffle cones with ice cream or a hot berry cobbler. Service is prompt and polite, including a valet service. Impressed diners should return for an equally delectable breakfast or lunch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant dining tradition |
1109 Main Street Owyhee Plaza Hotel Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 343 4611 http://www.owyheeplaza.com |
This elegant Boise landmark makes everyone feel at home from teens with prom night jitters to suave businesspeople cutting deals over drinks. Located in the historic Owyhee Plaza Hotel, the restaurant serves international specialties with grace and style. Chandeliers cast light on colorful paintings, while waiters prepare tableside delicacies such as Steak Diane, Pepper Steak Filet and Shrimp Scampi. The Lounge sets the perfect atmosphere for intimate conversation. Nightly live music completes the sophisticated package. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Basque in the charm |
202 South Capitol Boulevard Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 2175 |
Experience Boise's Basque scene at this cozy, charming downtown eatery. Lamb stew, beef tongue (Saturdays), as well as chorizo and solomo sandwiches decorate this funky menu. Standard fare exists for the less brave, too. Indulge with a 22-ounce Guinness or a glass of Basque wine. If you are just starting the day, gulp an espresso. Tables are sparse, but prized if found. Outdoor seating is also available during the warmer months. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Luxury hotel in heart of downtown |
245 South Capitol Boulevard Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 333 8000 / +1 800 426 0670 |
Imagine stepping out of your hotel room and continuing across the hall into your seat for an exciting hockey game, big name entertainment or professional convention. Connecting with the 5,000-seat multi-use Bank of America Centre, this luxurious hotel is also located in the center of downtown shopping and activities. The hotel's large, elegant lobby includes comfortable lounge seating areas, a bar and the hotel's signature dining room, Emilio's. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Brew for every season |
2455 Harrison Hollow Road Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 343 6820 |
Offering a beer for every season, this pub brews a variety of handcrafted beers, including the Maui Light for summer sippers to darker ales for winter tastes. The menu also includes something for every month of the year from steamed clams to sausage served over red beans to Snicker Pie - a sinful fudge delight. Diners study the photographs of Boise's early breweries decorating the halls or take in the delicious aroma of freshly brewed beer. The atmosphere is enhanced by the restaurant's smoke-free policy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Window shopping along historic street |
13th Street (north of downtown) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 7777 http://www.northend.org/hydepa... |
For old-world charm, visitors can stroll or cycle through this North End neighborhood. Neat bungalows line 13th Street, brushing up against sports stores, river guides, art galleries, interior decorators, antique shops and tasty restaurants like Lucky 13 and Richard's Across the Street. Close to the downtown area but feeling like a small village within the city, the neighborhood is famous for its Hyde Park Street Fair. This small retail center deserves its place among favorite shopping haunts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nation's Capitol look-alike, only smaller! |
700 West Jefferson Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 334 5174 |
Built in 1905 and in the image of the U.S. Capitol, the Idaho Capitol is the only statehouse in the country to be heated by geothermal water. The building was completed in 1920 and features a rotunda floor in a marble pattern called the Compass Rose. The grounds are well kept and have several notable trees, some of which were planted by U.S. Presidents. The building is surrounded by the Capitol Mall, which includes many older public buildings and monuments. Tours are available upon request. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Western-style food--lock, stock & barrel |
4705 Emerald Street Boise, ID 83706 United States +1 208 336 4266 http://www.lockstockandbarrel.... |
This restaurant is locally famous for its prime rib. Diners will also want to try the delicious hand-carved steak, seafood, fresh fish and all-you-can-eat salad bar. Choose from 30 imported beers, or make a selection from the wine bar. Soft lighting enhances the pictures on the wall, while Old West accents and wooden furnishings set the stage for a ranch style atmosphere. Entertainment is offered Tuesday through Sunday evening. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Idaho Italian tradition |
620 West Idaho Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 5200 |
In the restaurant business for 35 years, the Mallane family has cooked up Italian food for generations of Idahoans. The original Ketchum location became a tradition, and the Boise restaurant is taking over that reputation. The brick-walled restaurant, located in downtown Boise, knows how to please a hearty appetite as well as the pocketbook. All of the traditional dishes are here, from pizza to Veal Parmesan, and diners can also select big family-style dinners. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Funky eatery in historic neighborhood |
1602 North 13th Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 6967 |
Umbrella-covered patio tables spill out almost onto the sidewalk at this pizza joint in Boise's historic Hyde Park. In the summer, customers mingle, sipping cold beverages and munching on pizza slices. You can still see remnants of the restaurant's gas station origins, but this pizza parlor has been serving up pizza, not gasoline, since 1984. Try one of the specialties like the Camel's Back Pork Pie, named after a Boise landmark, or build your own pizza. A variety of sandwiches, named after Hyde Park Streets, and drinks, including wine and microbrews, are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Shake, shake, shake |
815 West Bannock Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 385 0472 |
This greasy spoon, one of downtown's hot spots for lunch, offers the standard high-cholesterol fare: burgers, French fries, three-egg omelets. You get the idea. The cafe is also "Home of World Famous Milkshakes". A better milkshake whether it is fresh banana, raspberry or strawberry (real ice cream and fruit) won't be found in the City of Trees. Although the shakes have decreased in size, a small still runs about 16 ounces. As far as heart-stopping food goes, try this eatery. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Microbrewery along Boise River |
709 Park Boulevard Boise, ID 83712 United States +1 208 345 2929 http://www.theram.com |
Wood tables, brass fixtures, and a staring deer head create a testosterone-charged experience at this riverside restaurant. Televised sporting events add to the atmosphere. Claiming to have Boise's tallest bar, the pub boasts a wide variety of microbrews, including Buttface Amber Ale and Total Disorder Porter. Originality continues in the dining room with dishes ranging from Armadillo Eggs to Bourbon Blackjack Burgers. The outdoor patio provides views of the Boise River and Boise River Greenbelt Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary French-style bistro |
1520 North 13th Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 331 9855 |
This outgrowth of the original Richard's Bakery and Cafe, which, not surprisingly, is right across the street, is located in quaint Hyde Park, a village within the city of Boise. The restaurant features original and unusual contemporary French bistro-style dishes. The restaurant's decor is open and friendly with patio dining also available. The desserts feature tempting and magnificent French pastries, don't pass up the dessert tray. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casablanca dreaming |
646 Fulton Street Boise, ID 83702 United States http://www.theflicksboise.com/... |
Images of Humphrey Bogart dance through your head when you relax at this Casablanca-inspired cafe, located in the Eighth Street Marketplace. Connected to the The Flicks, a foreign and independent movie house, the fireplace-accented cafe serves a variety of sandwiches, soups, burgers, lasagna, salads and wraps. Wine and beer lovers choose from 18 wines and 30 beers. If coffee is your thing, then try one of the gourmet espresso drinks. The garden patio is perfect for people-watching while munching on the cafe's trademark chocolate chip cookies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Whitebird Wheat served here |
705 Fulton Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 342 0944 |
This airy beerhouse creates its own handcrafted beers and ales. A superb grill, providing tasty vittles, is also available, and children are welcome to watch the beers being made on site. For appetizers, try the Killer Bread, sourdough bread broiled with a "killer" topping of garlic, basil, parmesan, mayonnaise and black olives. Pub sandwiches include the TableRock Club, turkey, bacon, and roasted red peppers with tomato, lettuce, onion, topped with mayonnaise and served on toasted sourdough. Dinner specials include the Black Forest Pork Tenderloin, Seafood Jambalaya, and Smoked Chicken. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dine in Spain |
199 North Capitol Boulevard (third floor of the Washington Mutual Building) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 331 3737 |
You can almost hear the clicking heels of Flamenco dancers in this authentic Spanish bistro. Serving tapas, which are Spanish appetizers or snacks, this restaurant has brought a slice of the Mediterranean to the streets of Boise. Basque dishes are included in the restaurant specialties, which also features gourmet pizza and rotisserie items. Beverage choices include imported and local wines, microbrews and cocktails. Diners can enjoy views of downtown Boise from the third-floor location or dine outdoors. The wait staff aims to please. Banquet facilities are also available for 25 to 125 people. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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