Guidebook for Boise
Food Scene
Best coffee in the Valley. Not much selection in food but their coffee is so good, I can drink it black. There are multiple locations, as well. There is another one on Orchard Street which is close to the Hilton House.
31 locals recommend
Dutch Bros
101 S Orchard StBest coffee in the Valley. Not much selection in food but their coffee is so good, I can drink it black. There are multiple locations, as well. There is another one on Orchard Street which is close to the Hilton House.
Best Authentic Mexican food without traveling to Mexico. I recommend the Ceviche.
13 locals recommend
Andrade's Restaurante Mexicano
4620 W Overland RdBest Authentic Mexican food without traveling to Mexico. I recommend the Ceviche.
Boise has it all! To include Argentinean food. This is a fun little place, with very welcoming staff. The food is delicious and it's just a unique spot to check out.
26 locals recommend
Tango's Empanadas - Boise
701 N Orchard StBoise has it all! To include Argentinean food. This is a fun little place, with very welcoming staff. The food is delicious and it's just a unique spot to check out.
Goldy's is an icon to Boise! It's been reviewed by numerous magazines and has endless awards for their incredible food. Typically there is a wait to get in, but they have a café on the corner that is cozy and quaint. I highly recommend their Sunset Mimosa.
96 locals recommend
Goldy's Breakfast Bistro
108 S Capitol BlvdGoldy's is an icon to Boise! It's been reviewed by numerous magazines and has endless awards for their incredible food. Typically there is a wait to get in, but they have a café on the corner that is cozy and quaint. I highly recommend their Sunset Mimosa.
The Village is a new and upcoming venue in the Treasure Valley and worth the trip. Loads of shopping, restaurants, breweries, parks and outdoor areas for everyone. In the summer there is a playground and grassy area for the kids to play and in the winter, a small outdoor ice skating rink. The Village also has a movie theater and Big Al's Bowling.
245 locals recommend
The Village at Meridian
3597 E Monarch Sky LnThe Village is a new and upcoming venue in the Treasure Valley and worth the trip. Loads of shopping, restaurants, breweries, parks and outdoor areas for everyone. In the summer there is a playground and grassy area for the kids to play and in the winter, a small outdoor ice skating rink. The Village also has a movie theater and Big Al's Bowling.
I always need a good sushi recommendation and for Boise, this is it! We do have several close seconds but this is close to home, you can order out or dine in and it's affordable. But most importantly- it's SO GOOD!
10 locals recommend
Sakana Japanese Sushi Bar & Grill
925 S Vista AveI always need a good sushi recommendation and for Boise, this is it! We do have several close seconds but this is close to home, you can order out or dine in and it's affordable. But most importantly- it's SO GOOD!
Everything Else
This is a classic to Boise. The Farmer's Market is an outdoor venue that has venders from the local area bringing in fresh produce, home made goodies, art and entertainment. Only open Saturdays from April through October. However, check out the website. Sometimes they have indoor venues!
64 locals recommend
Boise Farmers Market
1118 Shoreline DrThis is a classic to Boise. The Farmer's Market is an outdoor venue that has venders from the local area bringing in fresh produce, home made goodies, art and entertainment. Only open Saturdays from April through October. However, check out the website. Sometimes they have indoor venues!
Sightseeing
Boise is known for Table Rock! The trail is 3.7 miles and rated as a moderate hike. Dogs are allowed on the trail. And when you reach the top, you'll have an endless view of the Treasure Valley. Please visit this link for more details: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/idaho/table-rock-trail
195 locals recommend
Table Rock
3199 E Table Rock RdBoise is known for Table Rock! The trail is 3.7 miles and rated as a moderate hike. Dogs are allowed on the trail. And when you reach the top, you'll have an endless view of the Treasure Valley. Please visit this link for more details: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/idaho/table-rock-trail
Open year round! The Old Pen is over 100 years old and has some of the most exciting and interesting history surrounding Idaho. They even offer Night Tours! See link: https://history.idaho.gov/location/old-penitentiary/
131 locals recommend
Old Idaho Penitentiary
2445 Old Penitentiary RdOpen year round! The Old Pen is over 100 years old and has some of the most exciting and interesting history surrounding Idaho. They even offer Night Tours! See link: https://history.idaho.gov/location/old-penitentiary/
Drinks & Nightlife
Downtown Boise is not very big but the night life sure is! There are many bars within walking distance, great restaurants and amazing breweries! Not to mention, there is an old Egyptian Theater that has events and Edwards Downtown 9 Theater.
83 locals recommend
Downtown
Downtown Boise is not very big but the night life sure is! There are many bars within walking distance, great restaurants and amazing breweries! Not to mention, there is an old Egyptian Theater that has events and Edwards Downtown 9 Theater.
Shopping
Fred Meyer
5230 W. Franklin St.Grocery store
Albertsons
1650 W State StGrocery Store
Entertainment & Activities
Albertsons Stadium
1400 Bronco LnBoise State Stadium
Parks & Nature
Great trails! Kids and pet friendly. All levels of hiking and mountain biking are available here.
232 locals recommend
Camel's Back Park
27 Heron StGreat trails! Kids and pet friendly. All levels of hiking and mountain biking are available here.
Large park with lots of parking. Great for family events, BBQ's, birthdays or just playing with the dogs and kids. There is a tennis court and basketball court and the park is only a block away from the Hilton House.
Phillippi Park
2299 S Phillippi StLarge park with lots of parking. Great for family events, BBQ's, birthdays or just playing with the dogs and kids. There is a tennis court and basketball court and the park is only a block away from the Hilton House.