1. Bar Gernika
8.6
202 S Capitol Blvd (at Grove), Boise, ID
Basque Restaurant · Downtown Boise City · 42 tips and reviews
Mario Leon: Instantly in love with the place, the extra spicy lamb grinder is really spicy, be warned. The croquetas are totally a must.
Katrina Pietromica: Do not pass on the opportunity to try this Boise restaurant in the unique Basque Block of downtown and Historic Old Boise. If you only try one thing, get the Croquetas.
Michelle Sprague: Croquetas are always a must. Their beer selection is varied and fun, and the rotating tap handles regularly have gems.
3. The Griddle
8.3
404 E Parkcenter Blvd (Mallard), Boise, ID
Breakfast Spot · 15 tips and reviews
Megan Paulsen: The food was amazing! I got a savory crepe and a mocha, both were great. Friendly, efficient staff. I will be going back! Yum!!
Amber Daley: The caramel bacon crepe is rich, decadent, and incredible.
Shyamali Cultureintros: Ate here twice on a four-day trip to Boise. Everything was so delicious! Apple crepes, crab cake benedict, good coffee, fresh OJ, and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Christina Petit: You must order the croquetas as an app....or two...they are delicious!
Megs CeeBee: Croquettas are pork and taste lots like a smooshy hotdog. Beware. Also, yucca is odd. worth a try to say you had it. Otherwise, the meat is FANTASTIC! Loved it!
Miss Momo: EAT HERE! Holy shit, boise finally has delicious Cuban food.
9. Barrelhouse
7.2
5181 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID
Brewery · Northwest · 13 tips and reviews
Zach Brown: Smoked chicken croquettes are killer. Be ready for unique food, its all fantastic, but not necessarily conventional. And of course, Crooked Fence's beer is top notch. Try the 3 picket porter.
Ann Lang: Try the smoked chicken sweet potatoes croquettes! Yum!!
Jonathan C: great local craft beer selection. Had the Smoking Meatloaf and fries for dinner. Wonderful flavor with just the right amount of heat (if Tabasco is mild for you this will be mild.) great experience
10. Baguette Deli
7.3
5204 W Franklin Rd (at Orchard), Boise, ID
Sandwich Spot · Central Bench · 22 tips and reviews
Malia Cramer: For $6.79 had a 12" BBQ pork sandwich, egg roll, beignet, chips & a soda. Delicious! Read more.
Jeff Perkins: Definitely get the 4 beignets to top off your meal.
Mark Shaw: Awesome beef noodle soup (Pho). cheap, fresh, and delicious. The soup alone is worth going here.
11. Big City Coffee
8.7
1416 W Grove St (btw 14th & 15th), Boise, ID
Coffee Shop · Downtown Boise City · 52 tips and reviews
Megs CeeBee: I go out of my way to come here for the quiche & scones... Try them!! They're 100% worth the calories!! :)
Malia Cramer: Get The Usual, it's unusually delicious. Bagel, cream cheese, special seasonings with tomatoes on top. And their coffee rocks.
Mitchell + Palmer: Get a scone! Their cherry pie and bear claws are the best. We'd know since we held a Big City Bake Off contest to determine this. Plus, the bear claw only has the slightest hint of bear.
15. Àlavita
8.8
807 W Idaho St (at 8th St), Boise, ID
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Boise City · 18 tips and reviews
Brianne L: The halibut is the best I've ever had. All the pasta is amazing as well. You cannot go wrong with the food. It's definitely among the best in town. :D
Laurel White: Wonderful decor, amazingly attentive wait staff and absolutely delicious entrees; we shared an angel hair pasta with prawns and the spinach salad....both superb! Delightful dining experience.
Jenn: Hands down, best meal that I have had in Boise.