I used to think I didn't like kombucha, but now I know it's because I never had good kombucha until…read moreI tried Good Vibes. Kombucha tea is a fermented drink made with tea, sugar, bacteria and yeast. Some studies suggest it may offer benefits similar to other probiotic foods like yogurt. Good Vibes is a local, family owned, small batch, craft kombucha company in Garden City, Idaho. They use high-quality ingredients and source their raw fruit and herbs from local farmers. The owners of Good Vibes and I share some mutual friends. They had heard I was going to be having dinner at our friends' house, and before I arrived, dropped off a carton of four different flavors of their kombucha for me to try. Prior to this, I had only tried samples of kombucha from vendors at farmers markets. Every one I tried had a strong vinegar flavor. I like vinegar well enough when used for cooking but I don't like beverages that have vinegary flavors. So I decided kombucha wasn't for me. But when the opportunity presented, I was willing to give it another try. I thought it would be fun to do a taste test with a couple of friends of mine who I consider to be kombucha connoisseurs, Madison Hinojos and Courtney White. All three of us were very impressed with Good Vibes. Madison is a long time kombucha drinker who has tried more brands of kombucha than anyone I know. She says the only kombucha she's had that's better than Good Vibes was a Pina Colada flavored kombucha she bought from a street vendor in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Courtney says Good Vibes is the best kombucha she's ever had. All three of us liked all four of the Good Vibes flavors that we tried. We tried all four flavors in one sitting. After we had each tried them, we wrote down on a piece of paper how we would rank them from 1 to 4, with #1 being our favorite of the four flavors. Interestingly, Madison and Courtney ranked them in the exact same order.Their favorite flavor was Mojito, followed by Strawberry Mint, Blueberry Ginger, and Aroniaberry. I rank them in the complete opposite order. My favorite was Aroniaberry, followed by Blueberry Ginger, Strawberry Mint, and Mojito. My theory is those who have a more developed kombucha palate will likely rank the four flavors similar to the way Madison and Courtney did, whereas those with less developed kombucha palates, will likely rank the four flavors similar to the way I did. To be clear, we liked all of the flavors. They were just some we preferred to others. Try them all! Good Vibes has completely changed my opinion about the merit of consuming kombucha, as well as informed me re: what I should expect from a high-quality, good kombucha. I am not someone who typically consumes beverages for the health benefits. I would seek these kombuchas out because they taste good. The fact that there might be a health benefit is an added bonus. Go to Good Vibes' website to order online or see where you can purchase it locally. This business delivers Monday through Friday to homes or businesses within Boise, Eagle, and Meridian. Highly Recommended!!! -- at Good Vibes Kombucha.

Such a unique experience. If you're looking for an alternative to alcohol, this plant-based tea is…read morea great option. A few friends and I stopped in for some kava and shared a couple of kombuchas too--they've got plenty of options on tap. The service was excellent, and the whole place had that laid-back beach hang vibe. The interior is light and bright with tons of natural sunlight, plants everywhere, and lots of cozy seating options to settle into. If you're looking for a relaxed spot to catch up with friends or maybe meet some new people, definitely check out Karuna Kava.

Fun and chill experience! Love the open mic and delicious kava cocktails! Friendly folks abound!…read moreWish I could go every day

Mother Earth is a cute brewery with inviting indoor and outdoor seating. We were lucky enough to…read moresnag a spot in their small parking lot (score!), especially since my friend and I were both in heels. We came for Plant Bingo hosted by Florra Collective at $30 per card. I tied for Bingo with another gal, but the tie-breaker was rock-paper-scissors and only one of us got a prize. We BOTH got Bingo--even a sticker would've been nice! My card was also taken because I was told it was an "old card," which was a little disappointing. Aside from the Bingo hiccups, we had a great time! Mother Earth's service was awesome, they offer beer, wine AND kombucha, and we enjoyed some yummy smoked BBQ from the Papa Bears food truck outside. Bonus: Sundays you can bring your fur baby and get $1 off your beverage order. Now THAT I like!!

Brad was great and super knowledgeable. We lovedd the Cali Creamin' - highly recommend trying both…read morethe original and the nitro version. The nitro gives it a creamier taste like a Guiness.

Just outside of downtown Boise. Close to Boise State University. A few dedicated parking spaces,…read morebut you may be on your own finding parallel parking in the neighborhood. Indoor, outdoor, and bar seating. Order at the register. Food and drink options. Fast and friendly service! We just got a couple beers before heading to another restaurant, though, so can't comment on the food. If their food is anything like their other location in Hyde Park, you'll be happy. Note they had a $3 pint special, so be on the lookout for that, as the price can't be beat. Other pints were $6-7 as of Aug 2026.

Awesome pizza. Great beer. Chill vibes! For sure will visit…read moreagain! Large variety of beers brewed on site.

Came by here after seeing the Dandelion ale on tap across town and decided it would be more…read moreappropriate to go to the source. We thought they had a rec room and that it was really kid friendly, so we were pretty disappointed to see that it was all gone. But, they still have a nice space and it was good enough to keep our toddler entertained with playing cards and popcorn. Being such a hot day, I had to start with the Radler. The grapefruit has such a nice flavor to it and it was perfect to cool down before diving into their other beer. We also ordered the Dandelion Ale, this was pretty interesting to try. I have to say it was unique and I can see why some people would not enjoy it. I however really liked the golden ale with a nice bite, it reminded me a lot of a dandelion or nettle tea. We also tried a hazy, it was pretty good, but nothing too special. Overall a pretty good brewery but I wish they still had their rec room to enjoy.

Knocking out another Boise brewery, Woodland Empire got tried out while on our last trip through…read moreIdaho. The beer that Steve and I had was the IPA known as City of Trees which was pretty good. The flavor highlights that we detected with this IPA were hoppy, piney and bitter. It was a very smooth and light bodied IPA so that was nice to have for sure. Some IPA'S are just a tad overwhelming in body but this one wasn't at all and brought in a pleasant refreshing aspect to it which we both liked due to it's body. Very nice IPA to enjoy!

What a great time we had at Payette Brewing. Great variety of brews. Great service. Great…read morecompany. If you are looking for a fun, vibrant and engaging environment. Payette Brewing is for you.

Let's start off with the staff, Mason and Jackie were simple to talk to and really enlightened me…read moreon the lives of people of Boise City. Almost made me want to move here, they were easy to talk to and were completely personal with their conversations. I ordered the flight of 4, 5-oz samples with an additional 2 more. Making it a 6-sample flight consisting of 30 oz of beer. What I ordered was their Recoil IPA (citrus), Rustler IPA (malty), Mutton Buster (brown ale), Oktoberfest (marzen lager), with the additional two of the Aura (hibiscus sour), and Sofa King Dreamy (tropical IPA). This place was absolutely amazing, from the outside drinking areas to the bathrooms. The bathroom was something I wasn't suspecting, all the way to the bonfire pit that was so huge, to even the forest of the wandering drinkers. I did come pretty close to close and the staff was still awesome and easy to work with. They weren't done with their shift and irrtitated which I see most of the time. I ended up buying some merchandise and some beer togo. If I lived here, I can totally see myself coming by this spot frequently. Way to go Payette Brewing, I would highly recommend checking this place out!!

Boise Brewing is a staple in downtown Boise. The beer, the atmosphere, the menu, all classic. I am…read morea big fan of lighter beers, and their blonde is delicious! My husband enjoys IPAs and Hazy beer, and he loves their Hip Check. Last time I went, I sat on the restaurant side (usually we sit on the brewery side), and I sampled a few of their appetizers that my party ordered and they were all tasty. I am a particular fan of their pretzel bites and taquitos. If you have family or friends in town, I highly recommend strolling around downtown and stopping in for a beer, or dinner.

My husband and I finally tried Boise Brewing. Not sure what took us so long, but we loved it. All…read moreof the staff are friendly and on top of it. They were quick too, getting our order quick , drinks, etc. I ordered the Bulgogi Bahn Mi Sandwich. It became a new favorite for me! It's loaded with flavor and had a nice "kick" to it. The fries are pretty good too. My husband had the Bulgogi Smash Burger, which was huge and hard to handle, but delicious. His was more on the sweet side. We sat on the very spacious outdoor patio, which welcomes dogs too. It was lovely. We both took half our meals home, as the servings are ample, which makes it a good value for your money. Stop in and give it a go!

I was introduced to Hidden Grounds while visiting Boise. I'm not super familiar with the area but I…read morewill say this is a hidden gem of a coffee spot. It is nestled away in a suburb of Boise. It is definitely worth the drive and the visit. Seating is varied but favors small groups, and does not really accommodate the digital nomad. They offer the usual coffee selections with a few specialty drinks. I had the Butter Latte. Wow! It is basically a toned down bulletproof coffee but with lots of flavor. Service is friendly and personable. Our group was greeted at the door and the staff were happy to offer recommendations. I will be going back the next time I am in Boise.

Checking off coffee shops near us after just moving to the area, and headed to this beautiful spot…read moreafter church this morning. Let me start my saying that is such a beautiful shop- they have indoor and outdoor seating, and everything is comfy/cozy, and welcoming. The staff is what really made the experience amazing though. It was our first time and they were so patient and gave local favorites, and I will openly say the coffee was strong, so if you like sweeter coffee, definitely ask for only 1 shot of espresso or extra syrup. My son got a mocha and it was a little strong for his liking, so they offered to remake it. Which was so sweet of them. They were truly concerned and wanted to make sure we enjoyed everything. The banana bread and raspberry scone were delicious too. Everything was fresh, the coffee was delicious, and I would go back just for the incredible service and space. If you're near the area definitely go check them out. Such a sweet find and can't wait to go back.