Phil And Dana’s guidebook
Favorite Breakfast locations
We want our guests to fall in love with Boise just like we did. Here are some great suggestions to start your day with breakfast
Really tasty bistro- go early because the wait can add up
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Goldy's Breakfast Bistro
108 S Capitol BlvdReally tasty bistro- go early because the wait can add up
Most everything is made with…you guessed it! Also very crowded during peak times
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BACON
121 N 9th StMost everything is made with…you guessed it! Also very crowded during peak times
Great coffee and easy walk from the 11th and Eastman properties....
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Hyde Perk Coffee House
1507 N 13th StGreat coffee and easy walk from the 11th and Eastman properties....
Big City Coffee and Cafe
1416 W Grove Sthuge portions, fun atmosphere, great coffee!
Flying M Coffee House
500 W Idaho Sthip vibe, great coffee! Bring you laptop to work too!
Java Hyde Park
1612 N 13th Stlocal favorite!
The District Coffee House
219 N 10th Stgreat patio, even more amazing coffee, right downtown.
Starbucks
1797 W State StGood Lunch / Casual Places to Eat
You may find other times of day to eat at these great spots besides lunchtime! And don't forget Uber Eats if you just want to stay home and get food delivered.
Eureka!
800 W Idaho StTruffle Cheese Fries! Need I say more?!
10 Barrel Brewing Boise
826 W Bannock StLarge selection of beers and pub food
Bittercreek Alehouse
246 N 8th StGreat selection of pub food and beers
Boise has the largest Basque population outside of Europe and they serve Basque tapas here- small plates
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Bar Gernika
202 S Capitol BlvdBoise has the largest Basque population outside of Europe and they serve Basque tapas here- small plates
Have you ever eaten Poke? Really fresh fish and veggies in a bowl!
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Paddles Up Poké
237 N 9th StHave you ever eaten Poke? Really fresh fish and veggies in a bowl!
IN the heart of the North End in Hyde Park, great food and casual atmosphere.
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13th Street Pub and Grill
1520 N 13th StIN the heart of the North End in Hyde Park, great food and casual atmosphere.
Parrilla Grill
1512 N 13th StAmazing tacos, laid back atmosphere and in Hyde Park
Wild Root Café
276 N 8th StThe brisket dishes are my personal favorite but there is something for everyone. Bloody Mary's go down nice for Brunch!
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13th Street Pub and Grill
1520 N 13th StThe brisket dishes are my personal favorite but there is something for everyone. Bloody Mary's go down nice for Brunch!
Zen Bento
1000 W Main StGreat bowls with a protein over a bed of rice
Lemon Tree Co.
224 N 10th StDinner Places
Dinner is one of our top three favorite meals of the day. Here are some of our favorite places to enjoy dinner...
Locals think this is THE_PLACE to be seen in Boise with cool décor and an awesome menu favoring steaks but with many other things- make reservations! (little pricey)
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Barbacoa Grill
276 Bobwhite CtLocals think this is THE_PLACE to be seen in Boise with cool décor and an awesome menu favoring steaks but with many other things- make reservations! (little pricey)
If you have time, this tableside fondue restaurant is a delightful experience with everyone cooking their own stuff right in front of them
The Melting Pot
200 N 6th StIf you have time, this tableside fondue restaurant is a delightful experience with everyone cooking their own stuff right in front of them
ALAVITA
807 W Idaho StReally good Italian- it fills up fast so make reservations!
This is the best steakhouse in town and fine dining at that. It can get pricey and it's best to make a reservation in advance.
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Chandlers
981 W Grove StThis is the best steakhouse in town and fine dining at that. It can get pricey and it's best to make a reservation in advance.
The Matador
3690 E Monarch Sky LnReasonably priced Mexican food- great margaritas!
Cottonwood Grille
913 W River StReally good variety of American food, vegan options too
Alyonka Russian Cuisine
2870 W State StKibrom's Ethiopean & Eritrean Food
3506 W State StKIN
999 W Main StNew to Boise, amazing chef!
Oysters in Boise? Why yes! This little place serves fantastic seafood.
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Little Pearl Oyster Bar
160 North 8th StreetOysters in Boise? Why yes! This little place serves fantastic seafood.
Right on the corner of 8th in all the action. Purple chairs light up the outdoor patio. It's a taco place, but these are not just regular tacos. The cocktails are amazing as well
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Diablo & Sons Saloon
246 N 8th StRight on the corner of 8th in all the action. Purple chairs light up the outdoor patio. It's a taco place, but these are not just regular tacos. The cocktails are amazing as well
The Stagecoach Inn
3132 W Chinden BlvdThis is a really fun but dark and old fashioned restaurant.
Anthony’s Restaurant – Boise
959 West Front StreetGreat seafood!
Flatbreads are really nice as is the mushroom toast. But beware they only take walkins and are really popular!
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The Wylder
501 W Broad StFlatbreads are really nice as is the mushroom toast. But beware they only take walkins and are really popular!
Tavolàta
Apericena
Coa de Jima
Percy
Fun Local Activities
Here are some of our favorite things to do around town.
So many miles of great paved walkway to explore, right next to the river
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Boise River Greenbelt
Boise River GreenbeltSo many miles of great paved walkway to explore, right next to the river
Idaho State Capitol Building
700 W Jefferson StReally pretty architecture and fun place to tour
This is really fun to tour and has a fantastic antique weapons exhibit.
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Stará věznice v Idahu
2445 Old Penitentiary RdThis is really fun to tour and has a fantastic antique weapons exhibit.
Big Al's
1900 N Eagle RdGiant place to bowl, play video games and otherwise drink and eat.
Lots of great planes and military equipment on display here
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Letecké muzeum Warhawk
201 Municipal DrLots of great planes and military equipment on display here
Idaho Steelheads
233 S Capitol BlvdThe Steelheads are our local hockey team...
Zoo Boise
355 Julia Davis DrCheck out the animals
So many beautiful birds of prey to see here...its a bit of a drive down past the airport but worth it. They have some very rare birds including the California Condor which is on the endangered species list.
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World Center For Birds of Prey
5668 West Flying Hawk LaneSo many beautiful birds of prey to see here...its a bit of a drive down past the airport but worth it. They have some very rare birds including the California Condor which is on the endangered species list.
Freak Alley Gallery
210 N 9th StSee what local artists are painting
Go as long or as short as you want. Bring sunscreen and water. You will love the views...
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Camel's Back Park
27 Heron StGo as long or as short as you want. Bring sunscreen and water. You will love the views...
Good hiking and biking trails that provide great views of the city and go on for miles. Bring water and sunscreen!
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The Military Reserve
750 Mountain Cove RdGood hiking and biking trails that provide great views of the city and go on for miles. Bring water and sunscreen!
Go skiing in the winter or enjoy other activities in the summertime
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Bogus Basin Recreation Area
2600 N Bogus Basin RdGo skiing in the winter or enjoy other activities in the summertime
The view is breathtaking and strong hikers can do a very vertical hike from the bottom or the top.
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Table Rock
3199 E Table Rock RdThe view is breathtaking and strong hikers can do a very vertical hike from the bottom or the top.
Taco Bell Arena
1401 Bronco LnCheck out sporting events or concerts at this venue
Boise Farmers Market
1118 Shoreline DrBogus Basin
The Springs
3742 ID-21plentiful trails for runners, bikers or hikers. Plus tennis courts and a playground for the littles.
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Camel's Back Park
27 Heron Stplentiful trails for runners, bikers or hikers. Plus tennis courts and a playground for the littles.
You can play ping pong AND throw axes at targets! Need to book in advance for the ax throwing.
Base Camp Pong & Axe
815 Ann Morrison Park DrYou can play ping pong AND throw axes at targets! Need to book in advance for the ax throwing.
Great spot along the Green Belt with live music and cool people watching
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The Sandbar Patio Bar & Grill
2900 W Chinden BlvdGreat spot along the Green Belt with live music and cool people watching
Western Proper
610 West Idaho StreetFun to bowl with miniature balls and play pop-a-shot!
Floating the Boise River during the summer season is a great way to enjoy the outdoors.
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Boise River Raft & Tube Rentals
4049 S Eckert RdFloating the Boise River during the summer season is a great way to enjoy the outdoors.
Neighborhoods
West End
Features fun vibe, nice restaurants and is super chill great for kids and pets too.
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North 13th Street
North 13th StreetFeatures fun vibe, nice restaurants and is super chill great for kids and pets too.
The North End of Boise is very historic, very familiy oriented, pet friendly and casual. Cars are optional here, grab a bike or take a hike and roam around this area. Great restaurants, bars, shops and awesome hiking in Camel's Back Park!
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North End
The North End of Boise is very historic, very familiy oriented, pet friendly and casual. Cars are optional here, grab a bike or take a hike and roam around this area. Great restaurants, bars, shops and awesome hiking in Camel's Back Park!
Food scene
Best atmosphere, great drinks and amazing food. Get reservations!
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Barbacoa Grill
276 Bobwhite CtBest atmosphere, great drinks and amazing food. Get reservations!
Hyde Park
1413-1620 N 13th StFork
199 N 8th StLocal fare
Boise
If you've never had Boba tea with tapioca bubbles, you must try it!
Apericena
Really tasty plates and cool vibe inside a refurbished North End House...