Tacos and Bloody Mary are on point! Big ass tacos for a good price! The Bloody Mary came with a quesadilla as a garnish, tacos are so full of flavor! We tried 4 different tacos and all were amazing! read more

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This place was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives! Just outside of downtown Boise. Close to Boise State University. A few dedicated parking spaces, but you may be on your own finding parallel parking in the neighborhood. Indoor, outdoor, and bar seating. Order at the register. Fast and friendly service! We tried a bunch of their offerings including chips with guac, red and green salsa, strawberry margarita, quesabirria (only taco option that comes with multiple, and by far the best), Korean short rib taco, pork belly banh mi taco, Idaho spud and chorizo taco, and street corn. Everything was amazing, but to reiterate, you must try the quesabirria! read more

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This place is fantastic! They have some of the best tacos I've had in a long time. My favorite was the fish taco, but honestly, every taco we tried was delicious. I'm a bit of a beer enthusiast, so I'm biased when it comes to the drink menu, but I really appreciated that they have unique beers on tap you don't find everywhere. It's a refreshing change from the same old Boston Lager and domestic beers that seem to be on tap at every other restaurant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]If I had one criticism, it would be to please clean the air vent above the TV at the bar. The dust buildup is pretty thick and looks like it's about to fall onto the bartop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]That said, everything else we saw was clean and well kept, so this seemed like an isolated maintenance issue rather than a cleanliness problem.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We'll definitely be back! read more

Had no idea what to expect coming here. We had no prior knowledge of it and we decided to come after work while in town. We were extremely surprised by the quality of food and SIZE of each item. The photos do not do the food here justice. Everything was excellent and flavorful. The service was welcoming and attentive. You will order at the register and get a number to bring to your table. It has a cozy feel with plenty of seating. Parking was a little tight on site, but there's plenty in the area. Family owned and you can taste and see the expert craftsmanship from the team in the back. This place is definitely worth making a stop. to check it out if you're in the area. read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Fish taco (right) and potato and chorizo taco (left) - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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If you're looking for a spot that perfectly balances elevated flavors with a relaxed, approachable vibe, Madre - Boutique Taqueria is a must-visit. We dropped in for Taco Tuesday and were thoroughly impressed by both the kitchen's creativity and the charming atmosphere. The Food The star of the night was undoubtedly the OG Crispy Tacos. At a fantastic $5 Tuesday special, these are a masterclass in nostalgia done right. They feature a unique "crispy soft shell" that provides a satisfying crunch without shattering, loaded with seasoned ground beef, fresh lettuce, cheese, pinto beans, and a hot sauce that packs just the right punch. It's the ultimate elevated comfort food. I also branched out to try the Korean Short Rib Taco ($8). This is where Madre's "boutique" identity really shines. The richness of the short rib was beautifully offset by the acidic crunch of kimchee and pickled relish, while the peanut sauce added a creamy, nutty depth that tied the fusion profile together perfectly. Drinks & Atmosphere To wash it all down, I opted for a classic Daiquiri, which was balanced and refreshing--clearly made by someone who understands craft cocktails. My fiancé enjoyed The Bruce, a crisp, local beer that paired effortlessly with the bold spices of the tacos. And before we left, we split a margarita. The atmosphere at Madre is "quaint" in the best way possible. We chose to sit on the patio, which offers a lovely outdoor escape. The setting is so integrated with the neighborhood charm that we even had a local squirrel zip right under our feet across the patio--a moment that added a touch of whimsical, nature-filled character to our meal. Service The service was top-notch; our server was genuinely friendly and attentive without being overbearing, ensuring our drinks stayed full and our Taco Tuesday experience was seamless. Final Verdict Madre - Boutique Taqueria manages to feel like a hidden gem while delivering world-class flavors. Whether you're there for the high-value OG specials or the more adventurous fusion offerings, you're in for a treat. We'll definitely be back for more patio time! read more

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This was our second time dining at Madre. Both experiences were excellent. Fantastic creative tacos and delicious cocktails. Outdoor patio is a must for enjoying. read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Chips, Guacamole & Salsa Queso Fundido Wild Mushroom Quesabirria Baja fish tacos Idaho Spud & Chorizo - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

Food is top notch! best birria tocos my husband has ever had and he's a huge goodie so that says a lot! Service is EXCELLENT! The owner is the kindest person and very attentive! read more

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Parking is a little sparse but worth looking for a spot to grab some great food and excellent service!!

Best fish taco I have had in years. Our whole meal was delicious. The staff is friendly and efficient. Lots of seating inside and out. We will be back soon. The only criticism I can come up with is they have about 14 beers on tap and all are IPA's...would love it if they had an Ale, a lager, an Amber or just something besides IPA. Oh well just will have to order a margarita. read more

Updated in 2026-- still one of the best in Boise and in the quaint Lusk district near the university. There is a great selection of tacos. The banh mi was a standout and the fish tacos were delicious too. Superb selection of beers and the prices are friendly. The servers are helpful and friendly too. read more

Tuesday's are OG taco day at Madres. The anticipation the other six days is unbearable... These are the best tacos in Boise. Highly recommend! read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Bueno! - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

Owners are super sweet/talkative, I loved the carnitas tacos. Chips and salsa were good! The bathrooms were clean, Only thing I don't think they had the AC on, it was super hot in the restaurant the group of friends/family I was with were uncomfortable (that's why 4stars). read more

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Stopped by 45mins before closing and the fist words that were said to us after walking in was "Are you going to be ordering Togo because we are closing the patio " which came off very rude and rushed. Asked a simple question about if the beans were refried and they couldn't answer that, after asking the other staff members all they could say that they were made in-house. The rice in their burrito was unseasoned white rice, absolutely no flavor. I also ordered their Korean tacos and the meat wasn't even seasoned. To top it off playing 80s music doesn't fit the ambience what so ever. Definitely won't be coming back here. read more

Overall, my sentiment is MEH! This was our first time visiting and we did so based on the fact that they had been featured on Diners', Drive-Ins, and Dives. The place is located in a pretty nondescript area of town close to BSU. They were open early and that was another reason we chose to visit since we had just landed nearby at BOI and were looking for lunch. They do not offer table service. You order and pay at the counter and then they bring your food to you. We opted to take some menus to the table since we hadn't been before and then we went back to the counter to order. George was a very nice gentleman and treated us well while we were there. He took the time to get to know us and even used our names when he addressed us while we were there. They have a daily special on their menu that my wife wanted to order but we were told that those are not yet up and running and so she opted for the bean and rice burrito. That option is pretty disappointing if you ask us. Literally some beans, (your choice of pinto or black) with some white rice rolled up in a tortilla. Something that you'd expect to find on a kid's menu. I had the Idaho spud & chorizo taco, and my aunt had the fish taco. Both were very good but, in my opinion, not worth the $8 price tag for one taco. My cousin had the chicken tinga burrito and that stole the show! A very hearty amount of chicken tinga with rice, beans, onions and cheese rolled up in a large tortilla. It was actually worth the $14 price. While we were there, a couple of other gentlemen came in for lunch, and I saw that they had ordered the chips and salsa along with the rice and beans. I watched as they mixed the rice and beans and then dipped their tortilla chips in it like a dip. That is a great idea if you're going there for apps and drinks. They do charge $5 for chips and salsa too so be aware of that. Overall, I would say that this place is overpriced and I most likely wouldn't revisit but I like people to make their own decisions so if you're in the Boise area and looking for a taqueria, give them a try. Who knows, you may find your new favorite place. Cheers. read more

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Absolutely delicious tacos. Cannot wait to go back. Had the guacamole, salsa, and chips but did not get a photo quickly enough before they were gone. read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - QuesoBirria tacos - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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I always make it a point to stop by Madre when I'm in town. It's a short walk from my hotel & a nice change for working remotely on the dog-friendly patio. The tacos - GET the avocado & Korean short rib. So fresh, full of flavor, and generous sizes. I love to get the chips & salsa as well. Not the biggest fan of their green salsa, but the red is delicious. Their spicy margaritas are also tasty and not too heavy on the sugar. I'll have to remember to get pics of their amazing food next time! read more

This my first time there. I had the pulled pork taco with a slightly spicy barbecue sauce. Pork was juicy and tender. One was enough for me for lunch. I wish the flour shell was a little crispier but I get that would be hard to achieve as soon as you add the juicy meat. The slaw on top was great and it gave the taco more texture. Nice outdoor seating for a nice sunny day. read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - I pulled pork taco w/spicy barbecue sauce with slaw & cilantro on a flour tortilla - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

I really wanted to like Madre and have been thinking of how to summarize it, but I just keep coming back to overpriced, mediocre tacos. Food: 4/5. First off, the margaritas were great! For appetizers we had the street corn and the potato taquitos. Both were ok. The sauce for the corn was probably my favorite item, which was delicious but I'm not sure that is a compliment. We tried 5 different tacos and they were good, but nothing special, especially not for the price. A couple of them were cold, and the potatoes were not cooked all the way in one. I wish the cilantro was more cut up as opposed to just a stringy decoration. Service: 3/5. All of the employees were fantastic! The food came in a timely manner. My biggest complaint is that you have to seat yourself and order at the front counter. We saw a single person sit at a large table which caused some issues and I think for the price of everything having to order at the front just felt off. Atmosphere: 3.5/5. First off, parking is awful. There are only a handful of spots designated for the restaurant and street parking in the area is terrible. The vibe is nice and there is a tv and bar for sports viewing. The outside could be a good place to eat, but it was too sunny for us to sit out there comfortably and umbrellas or other shade would be beneficial. Overall, we had a decent experience but I felt it was just overpriced for what it was. read more

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Best tacos in town!! The tacos are very unique and do not disappoint! We ordered the Korean Short Rib, Pineapple Al Pastor, Baja Fish and Carnitas. Amazing staff and service. Can't wait to come back! read more

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4 instead of 5 stars based on prices. $151 for a party of 4 with 7 tacos, chips and guac, a beer, can of wine, and 2 margaritas is crazy. Not to mention they add 20% service charge without asking. I take care of my servers but this isn't full service. You order at the counter. The prices will keep me away. It's a shame because the tacos are good. Chips that come with the salsa and guac are not fresh and seem mass produced. The saving grace here are the tacos. read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Al pastorand carnitas tacos - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

We went here for dinner and overall had a really good experience. The vibe is great. It's clean, modern, and feels like a higher-end taco spot. The food was honestly amazing and definitely the highlight. That said, as a first-time customer, it wasn't the most welcoming experience. There's very little signage, so we didn't know it was seat-yourself luckily I had called ahead. When we walked in, there wasn't much direction or greeting, which made it a bit confusing. The inside is also pretty crowded. Tables are packed really close together, so it can feel a little cramped. The menu is another thing. It's very "fancy" and not super straightforward, which made it harder to understand what you're actually ordering if you're new. Service-wise, it was a bit inconsistent. We noticed other tables automatically got ice water, but we didn't. When we ordered drinks, no one explained where or how to get them, which added to the confusion. All that said, the food and overall atmosphere are great. Once you figure out how everything works, it's a solid spot. I just think they could improve the experience for new customers with better signage, clearer communication, and a more welcoming first impression. read more

The most unique and flavorful carnitas taco!! Wish I had gotten two (the avocado taco was great but nowhere near as flavor bursting as the carnitas one). Recommended it to a couple coworkers and they went back two nights in a row! It was within a short walking distance from our hotel (so the walk in the heat wasn't too bad) but super glad we stopped at this place!! Delicious food! read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Avocado taco and the carnitas taco - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

Another Triple D recommendation. Went on a Saturday night. Parking was tough. Loved the location and ambience. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Ordered the chips and salsa and wasn't a big fan of either salsa, red or green. Got two tacos. The Korean short rib was solid 4/5. The fish taco was 5/5 and best thing I had there. I'd like to go back next time I'm in town and sample other tacos. read more

Still my favorite taco spot! I will always come here when I pass through Boise. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great service, great atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Absolutely the best! read more

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Excellent very special delicious tacos. Our sever was kind and very knowledgeable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice outdoor patio.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - The taco was good. - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

My wife, daughter, and I were going to a Boise State football game and came here beforehand. It is conveniently located a short walk from the campus, near the Brady Garage where we parked. There is some outside seating but, of course, yesterday it was cold and windy, so everyone was sitting indoors. The interior was dark wood, a counter facing you as you enter. You order at the counter and seat yourself. We grabbed a table and checked out the menu. We then went to the counter to order. A couple was in front of us, but the man behind the counter, who I took for the owner, brought us up to the front because this couple had not made up their minds yet. I appreciated that. The gentleman behind the counter was very friendly. My daughter ordered an IPA and I was going to have the same thing, but the gentleman ordered something else for me, which took me by surprise. It turned out to be a good choice, and I'm sure he would have given me something else at no charge had I not liked his selection. We all ordered tacos. My wife: carnitas. My daughter: one shrimp, one Al Pastor. Me: Two shrimp. My wife has specific tastes and thus ordered her tacos sans bleu cheese crumble. My daughter seemed to like her order. My wife liked hers, though she allowed me a bite. I found the carnitas a bit dry. My shrimp tacos were good. I would have liked a bit more of their sauce but the shrimp were grilled very well. One awkward aspect of the layout is that, in going to the restroom, there was a large party at a long table and I had to squeeze behind them to get there. We don't go to the Boise State campus often, but the next time we're in the area we would consider returning. read more

The tacos at this restaurant are "next level"! Seriously! This place is my new favorite spot in Boise! George ensured we were happy and his recommendations were spot on! Margaritas were fantastic! read more

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Food and service are both excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]However, the ambiance is lacking.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have a nice patio for outdoor dining, but no shade.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Amazing food- great service. The Nashville hot chicken taco was the best. Also the Korean short rib is highly reccomended.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great service, great location.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] GREAT food. The owner and his staff takes such pride and ownership. Great quality tacos. Great guacamole. Great salsa. read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Banh Mi taco on the left, Carnitas taco which they are known for on the right. Super amazing taste great service. - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

We saw this restaurant highlighted on Diners, Drive Ins and Dives. We happened to be in Boise over the Thanksgiving holiday and decided to try this place. It's a little hole in the wall place near the college campus. The food did not disappoint. These are up scale tacos. Prices are reasonable and staff was excellent. We had the following tacos: wild mushroom, braised carnitas, Korean Short rib and pineapple al pastor. Not your usual tacos and all were delicious. read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Upper dish: carnitas and Korean short rib, lower dish is wild mushroom tacos. - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

Awwwww what can I say but incredibly delicious and fresh and outstanding service! And they're Quesabarilla is to die for--death row last meal food, as Jami would say!! Their hazy beer is always on point. JamiAndMarla.Love read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Jami + Marla - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

We went here on a Tuesday afternoon to have lunch and sat on the patio. There was only 1 other person there so no wait time. You order first and pay then they bring you your food. I got the potato and chorizo tacos and my husband got Al pastor pineapple tacos. We also split the chips and guacamole/salsa. For 4 tacos, chips, and a beer (can't remember which one he got) it came to a little over $50 with tip. With how full I was after and the amount of stuff on these tacos, I'd say it was relatively worth it. Considering that I filled up on the chips, I probably would only get 1 taco next time. My only minor complaints- the chorizo was almost overwhelming salty and the potatoes were in huge wedge chunks. It kind of made it awkward to eat. From previous pictures online I also expected that the cheese would be a little bit more crispy. I was expecting it to tasty like a cheez-it and it was pretty gooey. If I'm in the area I'd definitely come back. Overall area just needs better parking ;) read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Potato chorizo tacos - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

Had a group of 8 come here at 5pm. First and foremost, parking. It is horrendous. It is right by Ann Morrison near some college dorms. People will park their vehicles by the restaurant and then walk somewhere else. On to the review of the food. When you get in your order at the register, if you want a drink they hold your credit card. You don't get that back until you close out your tab. Tad different since it is a restaurant. I got the spicy pineapple margarita with tajin a rim. It was ok. I only got one. Got chips, salsa, and guac. The chips were great. Salted well. Nice and oily the right amount of oily. The salsa was pretty good also. You get two types in an order. The guac could have been seasoned a bit more and you get maybe a cup of it for a serving size. Everyone at the table got different tacos. I got the two vegetarian ones. The avocado and pineapple. They were really good. I wish they was some different texture in it. They are soft all together, they need some crunch. My buddy said the same thing about the mushroom ones. All together this place was pretty good. Just some minor tweaks are needed. read more

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I am ready to go back and try everything. Two of us shared the Barria tacos and chicken tinga salad. All was delicious. Flavors were like a party in your mouth. Service was excellent and staff were friendly. Highly recommend! read more

Sat outside on a perfect day at a corner table. We loved the food, the tacos are an exquisite world of flavors. Staff are very friendly. I will be sad if I don't get the opportunity to come back! read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Shredded Beef Burrito - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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We stopped by after walking around Julia Davis Park. We started with a plate of chips, guacamole, and salsa. Great, fresh guacamole. We ordered a Pineapple Al Pastor Taco and Korean Short Rib Taco and a very cold beer. It was all delicious. The service was good, especially since we stopped by after the normal lunch time and 2 large groups came in behind us. The layout is good for small and large groups. And your 4 legged friends are welcome on the patio. read more

Madre - Boutique Taqueria - Korean Short Rib Taco - Tacos Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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Amazing burrito spot in Boise. The chicken tinga burrito is probably the best burrito I've ever had in my life. Certainly one of the best Mexican food spots in the Northwest. read more

Exceptionally good tacos! When I walked in and saw that Guy Fieri had tried this restaurant, I knew it would be good. I tried the Korean pork belly taco and the Pastor taco with pineapple. Both were amazingly delicious and not your normal tacos. read more

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If you need vegetarian food that will rock your world, check out Madre. I've never before eaten beans and rice that felt like a transcendent meal, but the version they make here is incredible. It's inspired me to try making it at home but I can't get layers of flavor the way they can. They also always offer at least one vegetarian taco option, often rajas or mushrooms. Both have been tasty, and you can modify the meat options to remove things if you'd like to try something else. The service here is really friendly and the owners are wonderful people. Definitely check this place out! read more