Was recommended this place and everything went well. Service was immaculate, the drink I had was…read morejust as immaculate. The people were nice and it's conveniently located downtown in the middle of everything. As a recent transplant to the area, definitely gonna add this one to the rotation. Oh, and I'm big on clean bathrooms and this one has that too. It has character. It's clean everyone's nice. The drinks are good and the service is awesome. Well done.

Coffee old fashioned was fantastic. Good late night vibe and service to boot. Check it out.read more

Likely the best beer bar I have visited yet. Phenomenal selection of beer. DOG friendly Bike +…read moreBeer. Ping pong and games available. The bartenders really know their selection and will offer options to fit your preferences. They also do have wines on tap but who wants wine when you can have Barley Brown / Breakside collaboration IPA. Oh! Almost forgot...free popcorn!! Maybe it is good that I don't live in Boise as would be there daily!

This place is amazing! They have 30 some odd beers on tap and I mean good beers. Dogs are…read morewelcomed, clean tables and plenty of games. Chess, ping pong - you can even wax your skis or snowboard here. The bike themed handlebar has it all.

I was in town for business, and I had a local friend tell me, "you gotta go in here. You can tell…read morethe bartender what you like flavor wise, and they will make you something even better than you can imagine." And that, my friends, is exactly what happened. I walked in, not sure what to get. The bartender asked me what flavors I like. She went away and made me this epic cocktail. She told me all the things she added, and it was clear, these bartenders are the real deal. They know their stuff. I drank my delightful cocktail way too fast. But it was so damn good. The vibe is fun. They bartenders interact with everyone and do all kinds of cool things with cool ingredients and tell you about it all. Perfect spot for a loungey date night, or a meet up with a friend. There is no food. But plenty of spots on 8th in walking distance. This is probably one of the best cocktail bars I've ever been to. ... and I've been to a lot. :)

I first came here in June of last year (2025), Before I moved to the treasure Valley area. Within…read morethe first hour of being here, I felt the most welcome. Like this bar changed my whole perspective on the whole state of Idaho being a California transplant, which doesn't hold that much weight with other people in Idaho, but I don't care. I will always come here anytime I come downtown and I will always overtip because the likes of Ruby and Darien never disappoint, including the regulars, whom are also always nice. For every overrated cactus bar with the worst service, there is the mode lounge which sets the standard for everything in Boise.

Good Apple is what you call the definition of "your neighborhood bar," but without the feeling that…read moreif you're not a local you're not welcome (if that makes sense). We've been going here for a little over a year now and all of the staff is just so incredibly friendly. I mean I love being able to just walk in and ask "Andy what are we drinking?" And he knows exactly what hazy to get my husband and cider for me. They have a good amount of seating and when it gets a little busier they open up their event room for extra space. When it's nice out they also have outside seating. There is plenty of parking on the premise, even when it's been busy we've had no problem finding parking. They don't serve food, but you can order from uncle bobs in the same complex, pick it up and bring it over. They used to have a food truck that would park in the back but I haven't seen one in quite some time. During the week they also have events like live music, paint nights, etc. Definitely a great centrally located place in Meridian without always something good on tap!

I am happy the Good Apple isn't closer to home as this is a great place to hang with friends. It…read morepairs very well with Uncle Bobs, too. Is this 85 characters? I need to get better at counting.

One of my favorite cozy not quite neighborhood but sorta kinda neighborhood vibes place. Dive bar…read morekinda feel without being an actual dive bar, and definitely not pretentious. Prices for drinks are insanely affordable, think cactus and pengillys, with kind and attentive bartenders. Tonight there was no cocktail server and it was absolutely packed, but we still got our drinks within maybe 3 or 4 minutes. Vibes are relaxed but not boring! Music is great - think old school, and perfect background for conversations and hanging out. No games or pool tables or things like that, but I don't feel like we're missing out on anything. And tons of small and bigger tables for whatever party size you're with.

Friendly environment great playlist. Thanks Jon for making it nice. Thank youuuuuuuu Mondays are…read morethe best

I LOVE Yardarm. I think it's the perfect place for a quick taco, and grabbing a beer after being in…read morethe river. Location is perfect, it feels like a beach shack I love the atmosphere pets are welcome. You can wear swimsuits, flip flops, beachwear. Such a fun summer bar, super nice bartenders, pretty good beverage selection. They do have fans and misters going to keep you cool. I love the tacos, I think they're great especially the artichoke taco in the Carne Asada. Those are my two favorite. The tacos do close at nine so you're gonna have to make sure you get there early if you wanna try them out. Couldn't ask for more from this fun summer bar. Check them out, you gotta.

Open April - Oct this is a fun small outdoor bar with killer tacos and reasonable priced drinks…read more They have draft beers, canned seltzers and a few draft and canned cocktails. Super sweet vibes right off the green belt. So whether you were down at the water enjoying the sun or enjoying a stroll on the green belt, quench your thirst and your taste buds with this gem. Dog friendly as well

I made a reservation ahead of time, but somehow we showed up at the wrong time. Thankfully, the…read morestaff was incredibly accommodating and found a way to fit us in, which we really appreciated. From the moment you step inside, the place has that quintessential speakeasy feel. The ambiance is dark, moody, and eclectic, with vintage touches throughout. One feature that really caught my eye was a stunning cove-like structure that added so much character to the space. The menu was just as impressive as the décor -creative, varied, and full of unique cocktails that felt thoughtfully designed rather than your standard bar offerings. They even have a few "secret" drinks hidden on the menu, and the staff will happily tell you how to find them, which is a fun touch.Since another reservation was due to arrive in about 40 minutes, we kept it to two cocktails, which was perfectly fine as we were only stopping in for a nightcap. Both drinks were beautifully crafted. I especially loved The Canvas ,it was bright, refreshing, and memorable. My husband wasn't quite as enthusiastic about his cocktail, though he's generally not one to send a drink back or complain. The staff was warm, friendly, and welcoming throughout our visit. Pricing felt fair for the quality of the cocktails and the overall experience.

Thick as Thieves has long been one of my favorite speakeasies in Boise. I've been many times, but…read morethis is my first time leaving a review. The staff is always attentive and impressively knowledgeable about the drinks. This visit, I tried something different--a whiskey sour served over shaved ice. I loved how perfectly chilled it was; the ice kept the drink from becoming overly sweet as it melted. I typically go for more booze-forward cocktails, so this was a fun change for me. My partner ordered a Toki highball, which was a perfect fit for his keto diet--highly carbonated soda water, Toki Japanese whiskey, and lemon. Clean, simple, and refreshing. If you're in the mood for a dark, super romantic experience, the space delivers moody ambiance in spades. Be sure to make a reservation!

Best dive bar in Boise, excellent patio, food truck, etc. pool, darts, shuffleboard and CHEAP DRINKSread more

Great atmosphere and a ge k of a good Bloody Mary. Inside cool and nice patio too. Try it.read more