I was sitting at a table in the basement with my husband enjoying myself when 4 bouncers randomly came up to us and kicked out my husband because he "looked drunk", lol. Honestly he had a few drinks but he was standing there very normally talking to me (not drinking anymore) while I sat and sipped my drink to finish before we left. They had no reason for why they actually kicked him out besides "he looked like he was drunk"... at a bar... with so many other far more drunk people lol. They came up to us in a very harassing and bullying way since we were both sitting there just people watching, and we were really blind sided. Although I had said multiple times that he had some drinks but he wasn't causing any trouble or misbehaving of any sort. It's almost like they were walking around scouting for people they could kick out, maybe to make room for more people to come in. Regardless that's not how you treat customers. Terrible place and have no clue what they're doing. I wish I could have given this bar 0 stars.
Windi Morton
It was fun to do the Cupids undie run. The atmosphere was fun and everyone was great despite being half dressed and cold.
Atmosphere: 5
Zachary C.
I had a drink went down stairs and came back up to step out side to puff on my vape and got cut off without reason.
BW
It's changed too much for me to go back. Such rude staff and it's no wonder no one talks about going to Grainey's anymore. Sad! They should've paid their ASCAP. So many people booted from here all the time. Just a complete disappointment. Bad for Boise !
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Tanner Brooks
Had a great friend who has PTSD that had only one drink that is from the war and he stepped outside to take a breather and to find his center and yet they bouncer and manager said that he could not come back in even though he was not causing a scene or being violent. He took time to calm himself down and to do the proper procedures and get This place deserves less than a full star for their professionalism and treatment towards someone who deals with PTSD daily and zero sympathy with people who do
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Micah Orchard
Stopped in 11/03 around midnight upper floor. FIRE YOUR BARTENDER! Guy was a huge disappointment. My advice don’t be in the service industry if you don’t like people. He was short with us, annoyed we were there immediately getting to the bar to grab a beer. Very condescending after we had questions about beer on tap. Get rid of this guy. He is going to cost you business.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Dalice J.
Chris was so so kind and thoughtful. He talked through a rough evening and he couldn't be appreciated for his kindness and support. Thank you graineys for employing Chris
Brycyn Campbell
Justin and JP were excellent bouncers. There is no question that they made me feel safe in this bar. I can’t imagine a place in Boise that I would rather be. They are awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristen Robb
Unfortunately, I'm forced to rate this place a '1' otherwise I'd rate -10!! Bartender/Bouncers/Security are arrogant, abusive, ego maniacs that get a rush harassing young women (21+). Must make them feel like big men!Drinks and atmosphere NOT worth your dignity or safety! Stop supporting establishments like this until they learn how to respect patrons who ultimately pay their salaries!
Security will assume you are to drunk, some sort of power trip. Literally makes no sense. All you have to do is have a good time and one of the security guards will get butt hurt.
Colin M.
The bouncers here are power tripping losers who peaked in high school. The club scene is lame, and their drinks suck. Do yourself a favor and skip this trash bar.
Jon C.
Attention ownership You should probably be more involved with your daily operations. Horrible operation and staff. Security needs to be trained specifically.
Steven Roberts
I was the Bouncer in 1981 at this pub, back in the day. For 20.00 a night I stood at the inside front door area checking identifications. The cigarette smoke was horrible. Never had to fight anyone. Good memories. Where is Camielle?
Mackenzie G.
Do not come here unless you want to be physically assaulted and/or degraded. All the bouncers here are on a power trip and will use their authority to treat you like absolute dirt to make themselves feel better about their sorry lives. Putting their hands (especially on women) on people and calling racial slurs are just the top of the iceberg when it comes to what these bouncers and workers pull. They have no respect and do not care for anyone and this establishment should be shut down. Don't waste your time and money on this horrid place
Best bar in downtown.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was sitting at a table in the basement with my husband enjoying myself when 4 bouncers randomly came up to us and kicked out my husband because he "looked drunk", lol. Honestly he had a few drinks but he was standing there very normally talking to me (not drinking anymore) while I sat and sipped my drink to finish before we left. They had no reason for why they actually kicked him out besides "he looked like he was drunk"... at a bar... with so many other far more drunk people lol. They came up to us in a very harassing and bullying way since we were both sitting there just people watching, and we were really blind sided. Although I had said multiple times that he had some drinks but he wasn't causing any trouble or misbehaving of any sort. It's almost like they were walking around scouting for people they could kick out, maybe to make room for more people to come in. Regardless that's not how you treat customers. Terrible place and have no clue what they're doing. I wish I could have given this bar 0 stars.
It was fun to do the Cupids undie run. The atmosphere was fun and everyone was great despite being half dressed and cold.
Atmosphere: 5
I had a drink went down stairs and came back up to step out side to puff on my vape and got cut off without reason.
It's changed too much for me to go back. Such rude staff and it's no wonder no one talks about going to Grainey's anymore. Sad! They should've paid their ASCAP. So many people booted from here all the time. Just a complete disappointment. Bad for Boise !
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Had a great friend who has PTSD that had only one drink that is from the war and he stepped outside to take a breather and to find his center and yet they bouncer and manager said that he could not come back in even though he was not causing a scene or being violent. He took time to calm himself down and to do the proper procedures and get This place deserves less than a full star for their professionalism and treatment towards someone who deals with PTSD daily and zero sympathy with people who do
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Stopped in 11/03 around midnight upper floor. FIRE YOUR BARTENDER! Guy was a huge disappointment. My advice don’t be in the service industry if you don’t like people. He was short with us, annoyed we were there immediately getting to the bar to grab a beer. Very condescending after we had questions about beer on tap. Get rid of this guy. He is going to cost you business.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Chris was so so kind and thoughtful. He talked through a rough evening and he couldn't be appreciated for his kindness and support. Thank you graineys for employing Chris
Justin and JP were excellent bouncers. There is no question that they made me feel safe in this bar. I can’t imagine a place in Boise that I would rather be. They are awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Unfortunately, I'm forced to rate this place a '1' otherwise I'd rate -10!! Bartender/Bouncers/Security are arrogant, abusive, ego maniacs that get a rush harassing young women (21+). Must make them feel like big men!Drinks and atmosphere NOT worth your dignity or safety! Stop supporting establishments like this until they learn how to respect patrons who ultimately pay their salaries!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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Security will assume you are to drunk, some sort of power trip. Literally makes no sense. All you have to do is have a good time and one of the security guards will get butt hurt.
The bouncers here are power tripping losers who peaked in high school. The club scene is lame, and their drinks suck. Do yourself a favor and skip this trash bar.
Attention ownership You should probably be more involved with your daily operations. Horrible operation and staff. Security needs to be trained specifically.
I was the Bouncer in 1981 at this pub, back in the day. For 20.00 a night I stood at the inside front door area checking identifications. The cigarette smoke was horrible. Never had to fight anyone. Good memories. Where is Camielle?
Do not come here unless you want to be physically assaulted and/or degraded. All the bouncers here are on a power trip and will use their authority to treat you like absolute dirt to make themselves feel better about their sorry lives. Putting their hands (especially on women) on people and calling racial slurs are just the top of the iceberg when it comes to what these bouncers and workers pull. They have no respect and do not care for anyone and this establishment should be shut down. Don't waste your time and money on this horrid place