Eat & Drink in Downtown Boise
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59 places in Downtown Boise · Restaurants
Acero Boards & Bottles
A downtown small-plates restaurant and wine bar built around shareable bruschetta boards, upscale flatbreads, craft cocktails, and an approachable wine list — geared toward lunch, date nights, and after-work happy hour.
Alpine Pizza
A pizza restaurant referenced by a community events calendar as hosting Thursday trivia — address not independently verified at research time.
Anesso
An Italian-inspired sandwich shop from the team behind Black Moon bakery, serving house-made breads, creative breakfast items, and rotating seasonal sandwiches. The casual counter-service spot overlooks Cherie Buckner-Webb Park near 11th and Bannock.
Ansots Basque Chorizos
A family-run Basque restaurant and market from the Ansotegui family, known for their signature chorizos, marinated solomo, and Basque bacon. The intimate downtown spot also pours Basque and Spanish wines, natural cider, and espresso alongside small plates and catering.
Anthony's Restaurant
An upscale-yet-approachable seafood house inside the Simplot Building, serving fresh Pacific Northwest seafood, premium steaks, and seasonal oysters alongside handcrafted cocktails. The polished dining room and lively bar have made it a downtown favorite for special occasions and happy hour alike.
BACON
An all-day breakfast and brunch bistro voted Boise's Best Brunch, famous for its Bacon Bloody Mary and five kinds of house-cured bacon. The bright downtown spot pairs its comfort-food menu with coffee and a full bar.
Bar Gernika
A longstanding Basque pub and eatery on the Basque Block, serving authentic Basque fare like croquetas and lamb grinders alongside Basque wine and beer. The unpretentious, communal-table setting has made it a downtown Boise institution for nearly three decades.
Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery
The nation's first restaurant-distillery, housed in a historic warehouse on the Basque Block, crafting its own handmade spirits on-site for cocktails paired with Northwest cuisine. The employee-owned original location has anchored downtown Boise's dining and cocktail scene for decades.
Bittercreek Alehouse
A longtime downtown Boise favorite since 1996, Bittercreek Alehouse is an Idaho-American beer bar pairing an extensive craft beer selection with thoughtful pub fare in a comfortable, friendly setting.
Boise Fry Company
A build-your-own gourmet burger and fry joint in the historic Adelmann Building, Boise Fry Company lets guests customize their patty, bun, and choice of specialty fries in a fun, fry-centric downtown atmosphere.
Bombay Grill
Set in the historic Idanha Building, family-owned Bombay Grill brings vibrant Indian flavors to downtown Boise with traditional curries, tandoor specialties, and the area's most popular Indian lunch buffet.
Calle 75 Street Tacos
Born from a family recipe at an Idaho farmers market, Calle 75 Street Tacos serves authentic handcrafted street tacos, fresh daily tortillas, and craft cocktails in a lively downtown setting with a late-night taco window.
Chandlers Prime Steaks | Fine Seafood
Boise's premier fine dining destination, Chandlers pairs prime steaks and fresh-caught seafood with an award-winning wine list of 700+ labels, all served in an elegant setting with live jazz seven nights a week.
Coa de Jima
Nestled in Boise's Historic District, Coa de Jima offers an upscale, art-filled take on Mexican dining with innovative coastal-inspired cuisine and handcrafted cocktails built around an extensive mezcal and tequila collection.
Cottonwood Grille
A downtown Boise fine-dining fixture for over 25 years, Cottonwood Grille sits along the Boise River offering seasonal Northwest cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a warm atmosphere with riverside patio seating in warmer months.
Diablo & Sons Saloon
An independent lager-and-taco saloon in a historic downtown Boise building, known for its 40-tap draft system, wood-fired grill, and house-brewed Diablo & Sons Original Dark Lager. It draws a lively crowd for craft beer, street tacos, and a laid-back saloon vibe.
Don & Charly's
A cozy downtown sandwich and charcuterie shop serving globally inspired sandwiches, salads, and shareable boards alongside beer, wine, and huckleberry lemonade. It has a casual, approachable feel that's become a favorite quick lunch stop in the core.
Double Tap Pub
Sports Pub in Downtown Boise, Idaho Welcome to Double Tap Pub, where sports fans and food enthusiasts come together in the heart of Downtown Boise! As a veteran-owned establishment, we take pride in serving our community. Our pub isn’t just a place to catch the game on TV; it’s a home for good times, delicious food, and your favorite drinks.