50 Best Bars in Boise

“This bar was fantastic had great service and the vibe was awesome came from slc for the day and was astonished it was so fun they had a fun beer pong competition going on that made some great memories and friends highly recommend it if your out and about and trying to find something to do definitely is a place to stop by and check out“

“Mother Earth Brewing in downtown Boise is a great find — relaxed, lively, and full of local charm. We discovered it while searching for the best breweries in Boise and were glad we did. The spacious outdoor patio offers plenty of seating and a welcoming vibe, perfect for enjoying a beer or even fantastic pizza from the on-site food truck, which looked (and smelled) fantastic — several people nearby were enjoying their slices. Inside, there’s ample room, a big bar, and a large TV for catching a game. The atmosphere is laid-back and friendly, including friendly dogs. Chatting with a few locals confirmed what we suspected: this spot is a Boise favorite for good reason!“

“Fantastic place to hang out. Critty and Linda are great!“

“Meeting Ty

The NEW manager TY is friendly and is excellent at making drinks he’s a great communicator, making the customers feel welcomed in he’s intelligent with his conversations and undid others perspectives thanks Ty for showing up“

“My buddies Cris and Corey and I had a great time with everyone. Solid, real people. Can’t wait to get back there! Love, Thorpe!!!“

“Awesome place with great drinks and good food! The meatballs were tasty! Their drinks were not only beautiful but were smooth and great! The place was very clean and beautiful. Great for a date night and after work drinks. The employees there were friendly and helpful also. It’s always an even better experience when the staff is appreciable and well rounded!“

“Divey dive bar. Went for breakfast. Service was good food could have been better. Hashbrowns tasted like the were soaked in rancid oil. Eggs were cooled fine but there was a slight rancid oil taste on the ham as well. Drinks were cold and fast. Probably be a good bar for $2 happy hour pints.“

“I am probably the pickiest eater in Boise. Today is my third time at Sam’s to try the new menu. The first 2 times I got the chicken club sandwich, both times it was amazing. Today I tried the chicken French dip and they did not disappoint 😋😋.“

“Came out two evenings just recently and both times the specialty crafted drinks were divine, the bartenders are fun and friendly, and the burger and fries I ordered from the food truck were yummy! I always recommend this place to my friends.“

“nice and smooth will order again“

“Taylor is THE BEST! Worth the 2 hour drive for an appointment. My husband is a new man.“

“Door guy, Taylor, does a great job 🙂👍“

“I’m not Basque, but they always treat me as family. I love this place.“

“Very cute place, has a good vibe, refreshingly unpretentious for downtown. Good food, not a huge menu but if you’re just going for oysters there’s a pretty good variety of options. You won’t get very private seating but it is comfortable enough for dinner with friends.“

“great staff very kind I always watch football here on Sundays and BSU games my favorite bar in Boise and great food on Sundays“

“You have the patience of angels! Happy first day of school 2022! My tacos, as always, were great!“

“The Royal in Hyde Park is one of my favorite spots for moody, romantic photo sessions — it has such incredible atmosphere and charm. The lighting, textures, and overall vibe make it perfect for creative engagement photos or cozy date-night-inspired shoots. The staff is always welcoming, and it’s such a gem in the Boise area!“

“Jeremy, you did a great job putting this place together. Love the artwork!“

“🙂👍 Entire staff is awesome and does a great job!“

“First time there ! Had a blast“

“Best dive bar in town to come hangout and have a great time with friends. Also the new local food hanging out truck 208 taco libre is amazing. Come check it for yourself you won’t be disappointed 🍺🌮“

“🙂👍 Chelsea does a great job bartending!“

“A truly great, welcoming weekly event for individual musicians through full bands to perform. Super fun to watch, super fun to participate in! VERY well managed!“

“Great place to go if you want to be dressed up and have great drinks and atmosphere!“

“Definitely a place for the cool kids — not really my scene. As a 55 year-old mother of nine, I prefer my minky couture iykwim… Still had a great time tho. Bartenders were kind and everyone was surprisingly welcoming. What a fun new experience!!!“

“Pinto Bennett played there.“

“Great spot to catch a BSU game or just to hang out and chill ,great outdoor patio with outdoor games!“

“I will miss my Friday's after work when the Capitol Bar is calling my name“

“two words - aweeee some“

“I’ve been going to this bar for years and I feel like it’s the PERFECT night capper! I always recommend it when people from out of town ask me where to go for drinks. I feel like it represents Boise’s unique vibe in such a good way. Wonderful bartenders and a very friendly and welcoming environment. I love their sister bar The Royal as well!!! It’s a total must stop for a cozy evening! ❤️ 10/10“

“Absolutely love the vibes but would really like more sober drink choices. I tried to order a sprite, 7up or something light and they didn’t have anything for me but tonic or soda water. For the prices of drinks more options would be lovely.“

“great fans. Had a blast. Go Big Bkue“

“It was fun. Great bartender. Friendly people.“

“Honestly super good bar with great vibes, not over packed but good enough amount of people to make it a good time. Reasonable priced drinks and the bartenders are super sweet and nice ! I don’t know how this is my first time coming here after many years of going dt but definitely coming back because of how great the atmosphere is !“

“Quality establishment with a mint ambience. Great drinks and quality food. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“two words - aweeee some“

“Freshies is amazing! The lobster is always fresh and cooked perfectly.“

“Nachos are great and the portion is large enough to share. We enjoyed them very much.“

“Halley is hands down the best KJ around! She keeps the energy high, makes everyone feel like a rockstar, and brings so much good vibes to Terry’s. Always a fun night when she’s hosting karaoke—highly recommend checking it out! 🫶🕺“

“Classic old-school rustic city vibe
Amazing atmosphere friendly people good service & even better chefs 🍔🧑‍🍳
Best thing on the menu in my opinion is the
B.F.D Short for Burger, Frie & drink 🍻
Or The Ruben Sandwich 🥪
Happy hours 4 to 7 🍻“

“Visited for the first time today and loved their pizza. Waitresses were so attentive and service was stellar. Such great vibes! Will be back for lasagna night!“

“The brunch service was impeccable and extremely thoughtful. The food was beautiful and perfectly executed. The only knock I could give was that the food was so perfect that it might have missed a little soul. If Michelin star food was what you came for you won't be disappointed.“

“This was our first time and we are already looking forward to coming. Great drinks, good people, awesome bar tender and a small town vibe!“

“Oh my hell SO GOOD! I got the Korean Short Rib Tacos; amazing! The kimchi was delicious and the perfect amount on the taco. Everyone was so kind and was checking on us, talking to us. Such an amazing place!!“

“It is a great place to relax and catch up with friends.“

“Always a comfortable bar, welcoming staff, great food, relaxed atmosphere, all around wonderful experience.“

“It's my favorite dive bar in the whole wide world lol. Seriously, the staff and the customers are all pretty good people. Treat them right, they will treat you better. Come in with an bad attitude, well, I wouldn't recommend that! The drinks are cheap and the Beer is always COLD!!! It's truly my favorite “

“I love the steak salad but I have never had anything bad here! Great mojitos and live music!“

“I’m not Basque, but they always treat me as family. I love this place.“