Bown Bliss: Boise Guidebook
Food scene
Boise was recently named one of Lonely Planet's preferred travel destinations for 2023. See the Lonely Planet's website for details about Boise's food and tourist scene.
5 minute walk from townhouse; area-sourced fried potatoes are the star at this eco-friendly burger chain with microbrews on tap
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Boise Fry Company
204 N Capitol Blvd5 minute walk from townhouse; area-sourced fried potatoes are the star at this eco-friendly burger chain with microbrews on tap
Sorry: out of business at the present time.
5-minute walk from townhouse; trendy corner spot offers local, seasonal dishes, homemade pastries & wine, plus outdoor seating.
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Locavore
3110 S Bown WaySorry: out of business at the present time.
5-minute walk from townhouse; trendy corner spot offers local, seasonal dishes, homemade pastries & wine, plus outdoor seating.
5-minute walk from townhouse; local chain pizzeria serving Neapolitan-style pies & casual Italian fare in a chic, modern space.
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Flatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria
800 W Main St5-minute walk from townhouse; local chain pizzeria serving Neapolitan-style pies & casual Italian fare in a chic, modern space.
Inventive Spanish-American fare & open-fire grilled steaks served in a vibrant, stylish atmosphere. A 5-minute drive west on Parkcenter Blvd. One of the top-rated (and most expensive) restaurants in the Boise area.
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Barbacoa Grill
276 Bobwhite CtInventive Spanish-American fare & open-fire grilled steaks served in a vibrant, stylish atmosphere. A 5-minute drive west on Parkcenter Blvd. One of the top-rated (and most expensive) restaurants in the Boise area.
5 minute walk from townhouse; trendy steakhouse serves prime filets & hearty comfort eats, with a full-service bar & rooftop deck.
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Tavern At Bown Crossing
3111 S Bown Way5 minute walk from townhouse; trendy steakhouse serves prime filets & hearty comfort eats, with a full-service bar & rooftop deck.
Local chain serving creative pizzas, including a seasonal triple habenero pie, plus beer & wine
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Flying Pie Pizzaria & Bistro- Broadway
1326 Broadway AveLocal chain serving creative pizzas, including a seasonal triple habenero pie, plus beer & wine
Naked Fins
1120 Broadway AveSeafood and sushi in downtown Boise
Mexican dishes, plus beer & wine, are served in a relaxed setting with a patio.
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La Tapatia
401 W Parkcenter BlvdMexican dishes, plus beer & wine, are served in a relaxed setting with a patio.
Whole Foods Market
401 Broadway AveDowntown Boise
Large selection of classic American comfort foods, from shakes to burgers, in a cool, retro setting. A 4 minute drive from the townhouse, next to Albertsons grocery store on Parkcenter Blvd. A local favorite....
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Westside Drive In
1929 W State StLarge selection of classic American comfort foods, from shakes to burgers, in a cool, retro setting. A 4 minute drive from the townhouse, next to Albertsons grocery store on Parkcenter Blvd. A local favorite....
At the Boise Farmers Market you will find fresh local seasonal vegetables and fruit, many types of locally raised protein, breads and pastries, honey, jams and sauces, fresh-roasted coffee, and a delicious selection of ready-to-eat foods. We always have the best of what is local and in season
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Boise Farmers Market
1118 Shoreline DrAt the Boise Farmers Market you will find fresh local seasonal vegetables and fruit, many types of locally raised protein, breads and pastries, honey, jams and sauces, fresh-roasted coffee, and a delicious selection of ready-to-eat foods. We always have the best of what is local and in season
Goldy’s takes pride in its made to order breakfast using as many fresh local ingredients as possible to provide a variety of choices. Choose from standard combo meals that give you choices, choices, choices… known for homemade Hollandaise and unique entrees Spinach Frittata, Andalusian Eggs (Bon Appetite’s favorite (2002 Issue)) and always scratch pancakes.
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Goldy's Breakfast Bistro
108 S Capitol BlvdGoldy’s takes pride in its made to order breakfast using as many fresh local ingredients as possible to provide a variety of choices. Choose from standard combo meals that give you choices, choices, choices… known for homemade Hollandaise and unique entrees Spinach Frittata, Andalusian Eggs (Bon Appetite’s favorite (2002 Issue)) and always scratch pancakes.
This cavernous corner restaurant occupying the old bank building downtown is good anytime, but excels during weekend brunch when things like the Dungeness crab scramble pair unbelievably well with the local favorite: asparagus fries. Try the Fork Lemonade for a refreshing pickup on a sunny summer day.
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Fork
199 N 8th StThis cavernous corner restaurant occupying the old bank building downtown is good anytime, but excels during weekend brunch when things like the Dungeness crab scramble pair unbelievably well with the local favorite: asparagus fries. Try the Fork Lemonade for a refreshing pickup on a sunny summer day.
After their farmers market food truck was nearly tipped over by mobs of waffle-crazed locals, the creators of Waffle Me Up moved inside where they could cook their thick, bready, sweet-and-savory creations daily.
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Waffle Me Up
204 N Capitol BlvdAfter their farmers market food truck was nearly tipped over by mobs of waffle-crazed locals, the creators of Waffle Me Up moved inside where they could cook their thick, bready, sweet-and-savory creations daily.
Breakfast here is a casual affair revolving around five different kinds of hand-cured bacon, while dinner takes on a slightly more refined persona (still with lots of bacon). The patio is one of the best locations to sip your morning coffee: near but not in the chaos of the downtown Boise bustle.
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BACON
121 N 9th StBreakfast here is a casual affair revolving around five different kinds of hand-cured bacon, while dinner takes on a slightly more refined persona (still with lots of bacon). The patio is one of the best locations to sip your morning coffee: near but not in the chaos of the downtown Boise bustle.
Barrio - Tequila & Taqueria
Great place for Mexican food.
Barrio - Tequila & Taqueria
Good place for Mexican food.
Nara Ramen & Izakaya -Bown Crossing
A nice place for various ramen dishes...
Voted best Dessert and Frozen Treat in Boise!
Includes alcohol infused ice cream...
Boise Harris Ranch, 3724 S. Eckert Rd
Mon - Thurs: 2pm - 9:00pm
Fri-Sat: 12pm - 10pm
Sun: 12pm - 9pm
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The STIL
786 W Broad StVoted best Dessert and Frozen Treat in Boise!
Includes alcohol infused ice cream...
Boise Harris Ranch, 3724 S. Eckert Rd
Mon - Thurs: 2pm - 9:00pm
Fri-Sat: 12pm - 10pm
Sun: 12pm - 9pm
Sightseeing
Whether it’s a family hike, marathon-training trail run, or undulating mountain bike loop, this network of dirt paths linking public and private lands in the city’s foothills never fails to provide a moment of solitude and appreciation for nature.
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Ridge to Rivers Partnership
3188 Sunset Peak RdWhether it’s a family hike, marathon-training trail run, or undulating mountain bike loop, this network of dirt paths linking public and private lands in the city’s foothills never fails to provide a moment of solitude and appreciation for nature.
The network of parks and museums along the tree-lined riverway is connected by more than 30 miles of multiuse paths, and hosts an insanely popular summer floating scene. A white-water park, complete with hydraulically controlled waves, is one of the largest in the country.
Boise Parks and Recreation maintains more than 90 parks, 200+ miles of trails, 25 miles of the Boise River Greenbelt pathway, and hundreds of acres of open space. Our recreational facilities include Zoo Boise, two golf courses, six outdoor pools, Idaho IceWorld and more.
Boise River Greenbelt, Boise, ID, USA
The network of parks and museums along the tree-lined riverway is connected by more than 30 miles of multiuse paths, and hosts an insanely popular summer floating scene. A white-water park, complete with hydraulically controlled waves, is one of the largest in the country.
Boise Parks and Recreation maintains more than 90 parks, 200+ miles of trails, 25 miles of the Boise River Greenbelt pathway, and hundreds of acres of open space. Our recreational facilities include Zoo Boise, two golf courses, six outdoor pools, Idaho IceWorld and more.
At the Boise Farmers Market you will find fresh local seasonal vegetables and fruit, many types of locally raised protein, breads and pastries, honey, jams and sauces, fresh-roasted coffee, and a delicious selection of ready-to-eat foods. We always have the best of what is local and in season.
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Boise Farmers Market
1118 Shoreline DrAt the Boise Farmers Market you will find fresh local seasonal vegetables and fruit, many types of locally raised protein, breads and pastries, honey, jams and sauces, fresh-roasted coffee, and a delicious selection of ready-to-eat foods. We always have the best of what is local and in season.
And Idaho Botanical Gardens:
These may seem like opposite ends of the site-seeing spectrum, but the garden and prison happen to be neighbors in the east end, so why not get your doom and bloom in one-fell-swoop? Twelve distinct garden areas display flowers, herbs and vegetables alongside sculptures and art. Special garden events throughout the year cater to family-oriented fun. Winter Garden Aglow is one worth mentioning; it’s a spectacle of lights that transforms the dormant winter garden into an electrifying wonderland of color.
The Old Pen, built in 1870, operated for 101 years and stands to tell the story of Idaho’s wayward rabble-rousers. In addition to walking through the gallows and closing themselves in solitary confinement, visitors can also peruse the exhibits, such as prisoner-fashioned contraband weaponry. If it sounds macabre, it is!
Detour: The trailhead to Table Rock, a 3.7-mile loop, is located just off the parking lot at the Penitentiary. It’s a well-marked, well-used trail with steep climbs but picture-worthy views.
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Gamla Idaho fangelsið
2445 Old Penitentiary RdAnd Idaho Botanical Gardens:
These may seem like opposite ends of the site-seeing spectrum, but the garden and prison happen to be neighbors in the east end, so why not get your doom and bloom in one-fell-swoop? Twelve distinct garden areas display flowers, herbs and vegetables alongside sculptures and art. Special garden events throughout the year cater to family-oriented fun. Winter Garden Aglow is one worth mentioning; it’s a spectacle of lights that transforms the dormant winter garden into an electrifying wonderland of color.
The Old Pen, built in 1870, operated for 101 years and stands to tell the story of Idaho’s wayward rabble-rousers. In addition to walking through the gallows and closing themselves in solitary confinement, visitors can also peruse the exhibits, such as prisoner-fashioned contraband weaponry. If it sounds macabre, it is!
Detour: The trailhead to Table Rock, a 3.7-mile loop, is located just off the parking lot at the Penitentiary. It’s a well-marked, well-used trail with steep climbs but picture-worthy views.
The Idaho Shakespeare Festival partners with Great Lakes Theater (Cleveland, Ohio) and Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival (Incline Village, Nevada) to bring incredible, quality performances to audiences across the country. The amphitheater and surrounding habitat reserve in Boise’s east end are worth a visit on their own, but the magic of a Shakespeare or contemporary play under a Boise night sky is undeniably intoxicating.
Planning tip: Arrive well before showtime to wander the paths in the surrounding reserve. Strategically placed rock slabs along the river are perfect for a picnic or bistro-style dinner from the Cafe. Shows run May through September, rain, shine or 100-plus-degree nights, so dress accordingly.
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Idaho Shakespeare Festival
5657 E Warm Springs AveThe Idaho Shakespeare Festival partners with Great Lakes Theater (Cleveland, Ohio) and Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival (Incline Village, Nevada) to bring incredible, quality performances to audiences across the country. The amphitheater and surrounding habitat reserve in Boise’s east end are worth a visit on their own, but the magic of a Shakespeare or contemporary play under a Boise night sky is undeniably intoxicating.
Planning tip: Arrive well before showtime to wander the paths in the surrounding reserve. Strategically placed rock slabs along the river are perfect for a picnic or bistro-style dinner from the Cafe. Shows run May through September, rain, shine or 100-plus-degree nights, so dress accordingly.
For the past 80 years, Bogus Basin, just 16.5 miles north of Boise, has operated as a nonprofit ski hill for the local community. It still retains that hometown hospitality, though it has evolved into a year-round locale for outdoor recreation. In the winter, it operates 10 lifts for 2,600 acres of skiable terrain and hosts a parking lot that feels a bit like a tailgate party; tents, barbecues, fire pits and a few friendly dogs keep the mood festive even on the coldest days. In the summer, a pair of lifts bring bikers and hikers to its multi-use trail network. Throw in live music at the lodge and a mountain coaster ride, and you’ve got an enticing family retreat.
Bogus Basin
For the past 80 years, Bogus Basin, just 16.5 miles north of Boise, has operated as a nonprofit ski hill for the local community. It still retains that hometown hospitality, though it has evolved into a year-round locale for outdoor recreation. In the winter, it operates 10 lifts for 2,600 acres of skiable terrain and hosts a parking lot that feels a bit like a tailgate party; tents, barbecues, fire pits and a few friendly dogs keep the mood festive even on the coldest days. In the summer, a pair of lifts bring bikers and hikers to its multi-use trail network. Throw in live music at the lodge and a mountain coaster ride, and you’ve got an enticing family retreat.
Fall Flights may be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to feel the swoop of a hawk, falcon or owl overhead. The event, held in an outdoor amphitheater, features falconers showing off the spectacular aerial skills of birds of prey. Besides this special program, the center is home to the archives of falconry and an educational and interpretive center for visitors to learn about the Peregrine Fund's conservation programs and the raptors' impressive biological features.
Planning your trip: Fall Flights run autumn weekends, mid-September through the end of October. The rest of the Interpretive Center is open year-round.
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Heimssæti Fugla sem ráða yfir Beiskjum
5668 West Flying Hawk LaneFall Flights may be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to feel the swoop of a hawk, falcon or owl overhead. The event, held in an outdoor amphitheater, features falconers showing off the spectacular aerial skills of birds of prey. Besides this special program, the center is home to the archives of falconry and an educational and interpretive center for visitors to learn about the Peregrine Fund's conservation programs and the raptors' impressive biological features.
Planning your trip: Fall Flights run autumn weekends, mid-September through the end of October. The rest of the Interpretive Center is open year-round.
Located in beautiful Julia Davis Park, in the heart of Downtown Boise, Zoo Boise is one of the most popular attractions in Southern Idaho as well as a living science facility that is home to over 300 animals from 100 various species. Zoo Boise is a community treasure where more than 350,000 annual visitors of all ages can learn about our natural world and the importance of protecting and preserving it for generations to come.
Zoo Boise is located at 355 Julia Davis Dr. in Julia Davis Park.
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Zoo Boise
355 Julia Davis DrLocated in beautiful Julia Davis Park, in the heart of Downtown Boise, Zoo Boise is one of the most popular attractions in Southern Idaho as well as a living science facility that is home to over 300 animals from 100 various species. Zoo Boise is a community treasure where more than 350,000 annual visitors of all ages can learn about our natural world and the importance of protecting and preserving it for generations to come.
Zoo Boise is located at 355 Julia Davis Dr. in Julia Davis Park.
Various rotating science exhibits with fun activities for all ages of kids...
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Discovery Center of Idaho
131 W Myrtle StVarious rotating science exhibits with fun activities for all ages of kids...