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 Fun wine bar |
405, South 8th Street Suite 100 Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 426 9463 http://www.8streetwine.com/ erik@8streetwine.com |
8th Street Wine Co. is a welcome change from the pretentious and stuffy wine bars. Casual, vibrant, friendly and yet somehow elegant, this restaurant cum shop lets you chill out with your friends over some delicious drinks and lively conversations. Diners can choose from an eclectic range of dishes from around the globe for both lunch and dinner; apart from the entrées, soups, salads, desserts, oyster plates and cheese plates are available. With around 70 bottles in their wine list, you are sure to leave smiling! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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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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 Bad Girls on View |
150 N 8th Street Suite 226 Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 336 1313 http://www.thebalconyclub.com/ thebalconyclub@yahoo.com |
When you step into the Balcony, you will get a view for sure. Only the view is not picturesque but Gothic Industrial! This bar has a variety of theme nights and entertainment events all through the week. Mardi Gras, Pride Fest, White Party, Bad Girls and Dancing Boys are a few of the hot events that attract huge crowds. The boys are encouraged to take off their shirts and can often be seen dancing on the dance floor with only their jocks for company. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nation's first restaurant/distillery |
610 Grove Street (Grove Street and Capitol Boulevard) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 426 0538 http://www.bardenay.com mikemorrison@bardenay.com |
One of downtown's newest establishments also is the first restaurant and distillery in the nation. Bardenay, which is sailor's slang for cocktail, concocts its own vodka, rum, gin and whiskey. In addition to drinks comes an impressive Mediterranean-style menu. Entrees range from Oyster Fry to Rum Pepper Steak while its Warm Boarshead Pastrami and Corned Beef Reuben sandwiches are certain to satisfy. Besides the distillery, the spacious brick-walled eatery features beers on tap served at its long, cherry-oak bar. Bring your appetite and alcohol tolerance, if necessary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wine bar/cafe offers delicious catering |
2170 Broadway Ave Boise, ID 83706 United States +1 208 387 3553 http://www.berryhillandco.com |
What started as a tasting room for caterer John Berryhill's Special Events clientele remains today one of Boise's best and most popular fine dining hot spots. Northwest cuisine, infused with flavors from around the globe. Reservations recommended, banquet space available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dance the night away |
416 South Ninth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 367 1212 http://www.bigeasyconcerts.com info@bigeasyconcerts.com |
Adding a touch of New Orleans to the Eighth Street Marketplace, this concert venue offers national and local acts. Boasting well-known performers like James Brown, the club brings a Mardi Gras-style dance party to Boise. Offering beads, Cajun cuisine, New Orleans beverages and Disco dancing. It also features a New York-themed dance club with techno lights and sounds. 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... comments@bittercreekalehouse.com |
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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Dance to blues and rock |
1010 West Main Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 345 6605 |
This downtown nightspot offers you no choice but to get your groove on. The charming long, narrow bar has a New Orleans feel to it. The stage, near the back of the bar, draws various local blues, rock and reggae bands. On occasion, the venue features more prominent acts. Open since 1993, this club provides ample seating and two pool tables close to the Main Street entrance. Formerly called the "Bouqet," the bar has been at its original site since 1902. The clientele, although diverse, is generally aged 28-45. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Never dull downtown dive |
517 West Main Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 342 9732 |
This dowdy place fills the void for a downtown dive bar. Outdated Western decor seems at home with inexpensive cocktails and draft beers. Weekend nights become crowded and occasionally rowdy, but there's never a dull moment. The jukebox plays a variety of cool tunes, and a pool table resides in the back of the narrow establishment. The clientèle is diverse, and, every so often, the bar features live music. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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No frills or lawyers |
413 North Orchard Street Boise, ID 83706 United States +1 208 322 9856 |
This what you see is what you get bar has over a dozen big-screen televisions. For the sports nut, the satellite will pick up any game, any time. This neighborhood bar's mantra, "no lawyers," which has been on its sign for decades, holds true. If you practice law, and relish an old-style sports watering hole, keep your mouth shut. Pool tables are free to visitors during the day. The bar's clientèle ranges from college-kids to old-aged. Got the munchies? Standard American fare is served here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boredom forbidden |
3515 West State Street Boise, ID 83703 United States +1 208 342 8887 |
For a small escape from downtown's hustle-and-bustle, visit this fun spot. Swallow some succulent steamers from the East Coast, chew on a finger steak and grab your favorite drink. If you get bored, try your luck at the horseshoe pits in the beer garden, football, pool, arcade games or darts. Want some good beer? It's here. Don't miss out on this place. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get ready to get sweaty |
415 South Ninth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 342 5446 |
The "E-Club," one of Boise's largest dance clubs, caters to people of all walks of life. DJs spin music from the 1970s to the present, but you won't hear any Stairway to Heaven here. Thursdays are considered Straight Night, but the venue insists, at least on the marquee, that "Yes, we are straight friendly." The dance floor is spacious, but the beer selection is limited. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming sports dive |
1010 Broadway Avenue Boise, ID 83706 United States +1 208 384 0613 |
For the cost-efficient, sports-minded patron or those seeking the irresistible charm of a "dive," this place will pacify your desires. Customers grab 32-ounce "tubs" of cheap beer, toss peanut shells on the floor, mingle with the younger crowd and test their shuffleboard skills—not the shuffleboard played on cruise ships, mind you. If smoke-filled atmospheres don't bother you, this may be your little heaven. The owners/bartenders are also worthwhile conversationalists. The bar is located across the street from Bronco Stadium. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Club provides plenty of laughs |
404 South Eighth St Suite 200 Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 331 2603 http://www.funnyboneusa.com/bo... |
Located in the Eighth Street Market Place, this dark and sometimes smoky night club was voted one of the Top 10 comedy clubs of its kind by USA Today. Fairly new to the area, it is a great place to see fresh talent before they make it big. So, if you need a good laugh, this is the place to go. It is hard to beat the admission price or the appetizers and drinks. 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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Wine sipping and people watching |
800 West Idaho Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 368 0200 |
If watching people and sipping wine is your thing, then look no further. Conveniently located at the corner of busy Eighth and Idaho streets, this wine bar offers appetizers, desserts, and, of course, many varieties of wine by the glass or bottle. Big picture windows look out to the street where people stroll along at all hours of the day. Inside, the atmosphere is cozy with a comfortable bar and bistro-style tables. Lunches consist of sandwiches and salads, and the appetizer specials change daily. The place is also a retail wine shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mainstay offers live rock |
621 West Main Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 345 7557 |
This popular bar is one of the veterans of Boise's downtown nightlife. Live blues and rock acts pound out cover tunes at this centrally located watering hole. The Rocci Johnson Band, an old mainstay, plays its own original tunes here. A balcony overlooks the stage and dance floor. Darts, pool and video games also are located downstairs. Despite a smattering of college students, the clientèle is generally 30 and older. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 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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Restoring history |
213 North Eighth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 342 9593 |
A fire that gutted this long-time bar in the late 1990s hasn't deterred this popular watering hole. Rebuilt to near exactness of the original, the restaurant and bar continues to serve juicy hamburgers and thirst-quenching beer and cocktails. The long, slender bar opens up to several tables, and a small stage for live music is in the back. Televisions are located throughout the bar, usually tuned in to ESPN. Many capitol building employees, including legislators, have done business and experienced pleasure here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cut loose or lounge around |
107 South Sixth Street (corner of Sixth and Main streets) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 345 2505 |
This rockin' place is located directly underneath Tom Grainey's Sporting Pub bar and provides an excellent outlet for Boise's rock and funk music scene. Boogie the night away to local disco band "$oul Purpo$e" or hear contemporary classics from "Eazy Loader". The club underwent a facelift in 1998 and created a more lounge like atmosphere. So, if you don't want to get down, lie around. Some advice: Be wary of low ceilings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dining for the art-starved |
500 West Main Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 338 5006 |
Diners enjoy an artistic atmosphere in this small cafe, owned by former dancers with Ballet Idaho. Featuring a rotating display of paintings and sculptures, the colorful eatery offers artist-inspired sandwiches, like the Giacometti, a mixture of turkey, Gouda cheese, lettuce and onion. Appetizers include sampling platters and the Painters Palates, which feature delicacies such as Brie, blackberries and mushrooms. The wine list is generous, and the wait staff is helpful with its suggestions. Saturday nights bring live entertainment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Good beer is here |
730 West Idaho Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 363 0037 |
This local favorite offers one of the best draft beer selections in the area. In fact, there are more than 100 draft and bottled beers from around the planet. Pizzas and Italian-style sandwiches highlight the solid menu. Boise State University (BSU), University of Idaho (UI) and Chicago sports memorabilia, along with numerous televisions, decorate most of the interiors. Many of its patrons are UI and BSU alumni. Weekend nights are often crowded, and the lighting is bright. If you are from Chicago, have fun, but don't expect to feel in your element. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Escape the hustle and bustle |
513 West Main Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 345 6344 |
One of Boise's true "local" bars, this saloon has pleased its patrons for decades. In lieu of loud music and gimmicks, the tavern features stiff drinks, great conversation and a laid-back ambience. Its gorgeous old-style serving bar—complete with antique cash register still in use—also complements the high-backed, wooden booths. It's a great escape from the elbow-to-elbow traffic that often defines the downtown's weekend nightlife. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boise's place for single-malts |
150 North Eighth Street Suite 200 Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 343 2444 http://www.pipers.com pub@pipers.com |
Overlooking Main Street from the second floor of the Capitol Terrace, this restaurant offers a variety of food and beverages. From down-home macaroni and cheese or bangers and mash to Asian salads and entrees, the food is great and the atmosphere warm and friendly. Outside terrace dining is available in good weather. The pub also has Boise's largest assortment of single-malt scotch, don't try them all in one sitting. 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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Brunch and Beer |
246 North 8th Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 429 6340 http://www.redfeatherlounge.com |
Stop by at the Red Feather Lounge at night or even during the day. It is especially known for its delicious brunch. Its adjoining pub, Bittercreek Alehouse, is also a popular place to drink at after work. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Swing your pardner |
5467 Glenwood Street (corner of Glenwood and State streets) Boise, ID 83714 United States |
Hee haw! Jump into those Wrangler's, slap on the Stetson and test your swing-dancin' skills at one of Boise's rowdy country-western clubs. Located across the street from Hawks Memorial Stadium, the tavern features a spacious dance floor along with two bars. From Wednesday through Saturday, check out house band "Redstone". If you don't know how to country-swing, the venue offers dance lessons. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Idaho's largest sports bar |
7609 West Overland Road (Boise Spectrum) Boise, ID 83709 United States +1 208 377 1819 http://www.sportspubandgrill.com |
Paying homage to the Broncos of the Boise State University, this fun-loving 360-seat restaurant and bar may be Idaho's largest pub. Owner Peter Schott has developed his newest restaurant with the sports aficionado in mind. Soaring ceilings and outdoor seating give the sports pub a touch of elegance.Diners select from hearty sandwiches like the Toronto Chicken crammed with bacon, onions, mushrooms and Swiss cheese. Pizza is also popular with original touches like cilantro and Fontina cheese. Guests should save room for one of the huge desserts, such as the Giant Nut-filled Brownie or homemade milkshakes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Steak-and-potatoes landmark for 40 years |
3132 Chinden Boulevard Boise, ID 83714 United States +1 208 342 4161 |
Serving a generous helping of Idaho hospitality and steak-and-potatoes cuisine, this wood-paneled mainstay opened its doors in 1959. While trendy eateries have moved into Boise, this restaurant has kept to its roots. Diners will find Western art and artifacts decorating the restaurant's dark walls, and a menu that looks the same as did it 40 years ago. All cuts of steak are offered from tenderloin tips to prime rib, and the prawns come big, breaded and fried. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tavern tang |
1024 Broadway Avenue Boise, ID 83706 United States +1 208 345 9656 |
This bar in Boise is what every person wants and goes for. One is the very minimally priced menu of food and drinks and two is the very prompt service. Three is the thumping music rolled out and four, well that you have to go and find out. 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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Cozy conversation |
104 North 10th Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 2677 cah0107@aol.com |
For stiff drinks minus the flair, this cozy full-service downtown bar caters to sports enthusiasts and alternative "20-somethings" alike. Local and national sports memorabilia enhance the bar's interior, located in the basement of the historic Idanha Hotel. Conversation is encouraged in this dim, smoky but strangely charming tavern. Although housed in small quarters, chairs and stools take up most of the space. The draft beer selection is limited. If you prefer premium beer, buy it in the bottle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live music hotspot |
109 South Sixth Street (corner of Sixth and Main streets) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 345 2505 |
A hotspot for live music, this tavern also is one of Boise's most intimate bars. The immaculate and charming interior makes up for the downtown club's lack of space. Local rock-'n'-roll favorites "The Rebecca Scott Decision" and "Fat John & The Three Slims" jam regularly. There is limited seating, and the dance floor might fit 20 (thin) people. Downstairs is J.T. Toad's, another live music venue. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Espresso, wine and lots more |
712 West Idaho Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 331 3066 |
With a latte that rivals Seattle's best, this upscale market can't be categorized. Gourmet foods and wines line the shelves, while an inviting coffee and wine bar occupies a separate room. Bistro-style tables sit next to the picture windows, perfect for sipping an espresso drink or glass of Northwest wine. Housed in the historic Union Block Building, the market serves soups, salads and homemade sausages. Catering and gift baskets complete this eclectic store's offerings. Review © 2007, Wcities |