Sam&#x27;s Place

The last time I was there The Pocket was great. Pool tables are nice. - Flat, not worn out. Level…read more The food is fantastic. Go there just to eat. I obviously recommend this place.

In town from San Jose, CA to visit my Cousins in Boise. They all know my passion for pool, and…read moreI've driven by this place on my past visits and kept saying we should go check it out. This trip it happened, and I loved it! I thought it was great how there were options to either rent tables by the hour, or the option to set up at a table where you can pay $1 in quarters per game. Very spacious, lots of tables, and the felt had a good roll to them. They had a pretty good selection on the food menu too, and much more than typical bar/pub food. Sandwiches and breakfast dishes were available. I'm so glad we checked it out, and I will be back again on my next visit! Thanks to "The Pocket" for a fun night!

Darren "Dynamite" Appleton

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Q's Billiards & Eatery

3.5(30 reviews)

2.8 mi

Fear steaks are really good. The fries are good. They only accept cash and drinks are pretty good…read moreon price. I'll be back.

We stopped in for a quick lunch. We ordered 2 ciders and the Q-burger with tater tots. The burger…read morewas huge! We spilt the burger and tots and we were full. The burger tasted like a homemade cheese burger.

The Q burger with fries

Grilled Cheese sandwich

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Emerald Lanes

3.0(56 reviews)

4.0 mi

This place was SO much fun!!! We had a girls' night in Boise and decided to come here last minute…read more Thankfully, they were able to get us in because they have so many lanes! The service was amazing, and everyone was incredibly kind. They even offered to take pictures for us, which was so sweet! They brought us waters and were super attentive whenever we needed anything. It is a little pricey, but honestly, WORTH IT!!! I also absolutely loved the music! It was the perfect volume. Not so loud that we couldn't hear each other, but loud enough to make it fun. They even had the music videos playing, which added to the whole vibe. My only complaint was that it was a little too warm inside, especially in the bathrooms. That's really the only reason I gave it 4/5 stars. I definitely recommend coming here! Easily one of the best bowling alleys I've been to, and I would absolutely come back!

Emerald Lanes is a great, family friendly bowling alley. Don't be deceived by the outside. Inside,…read moreit is clean, well lit and has a great ambiance. There was country music playing, and I loved the set up with tables and chairs at each lane. The two gentlemen that helped us get set up with shoes and a lane were very nice and patient with us. They also have a great arcade area with a variety of games. It was easy to purchase a game card and my kids loved playing skee ball and a Wizard of Oz game. Back to the bowling, they were great about getting the kids setup with bumpers and brought over lighter balls for us to use. Also, all the balls are styled after pool table balls, making them fun and colorful. We went right when they opened on a weekday over summer and were the only ones there for about 2 hours. I will definitely be back and won't be intimidated to take my kids bowling in the future.

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Kickback Bar

4.2(5 reviews)

11.4 mi

Been going here for years Kyle's been my bartender most of the time, but I've had a few not the…read moregreatest bar food, but definitely the greatest drinks for the prize. Good pool tables darts if you like darts they got a taco Tuesday

Relaxing place to enjoy a beverage, billiards and visit with friends! Tucked behind a strip mall of…read moremini-restaurants, this is a nice place to decompress.

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Breakaway Cafe & Spirits

3.9(37 reviews)

3.0 mi

I come here often with friends. Brogan and Cody are always so friendly and they all take great care…read moreof me. They have several choices for beer. You should try the "baby beer" shots, they're really good and cute. My favorite thing to munch on is the pretzel bites. They very often have karaoke which usually starts at 9pm. They also have 2 pool tables and 5, maybe 6 dart boards.

Love coming here, try and pop around every Saturday that we can. Enjoy the people and the…read moreatmosphere! Cheap but great drinks!' Shoutout to the KJ's and bartenders!!'

Fun bar environment, karaoke is particularly great!

1/2 order nachos

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Whiskey River Salloon

3.5(48 reviews)

12.9 mi

I was at an event in Nampa the other night and ordered food online from Whiskey River because it…read morewas close to the venue. Within seconds, I received a text that my order had been received, but not confirmed, and to watch for a confirmation text. After 30 minutes, I still had not received a confirmation text, so I messaged asking for an approximate time. The reply stated they were "slammed" and that my order would be ready in about 30 minutes. After another 45 minutes, I still had not received any communication from them, so I decided to walk over to check on my order, hoping that it would be ready. The first thing I noticed was that there were not a lot of customers inside. I informed the server behind the bar that I was there to pick up my order, and she went back to check. When she returned, she told me that there were no pickup orders. I showed her the email with my order number and told her that I never received a confirmation from them. She went back into the kitchen, then came back and said they didn't have my order, but could make it while I waited - about 10 minutes. I reluctantly agreed and waited. When I got my order, I asked for a few extra cups of sauce. The server was put off, as if asked to perform an overwhelming task. Needless to say, I left the establishment with a less-than-favorable taste in my mouth. 24 hours later, I received a text from them that my order was confirmed and would be ready to be picked up. I texted back that this was 24 hours late and to cancel the order. The reply was that their texting service was unavailable, and to call for questions. I then replied to the confirmation email, hoping that would get through to them. No such luck. The reply I received said that delivery had failed - that their email box was full. I will say that the food was good, and that the server was mainly friendly. However, the whole online ordering system needs some serious revamping. I hope that Whiskey River will take this review as constructive criticism so that future customers will have an easier, smoother online ordering experience.

Is it a total dive bar? Yes! But totally worth it. Good burgers. Amazing fries. But the service,…read morethat was five star. Gary went above and beyond for us. He made us feel like family. Thanks Gary for making our night in Nampa the very best.

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Pair A Dice Cafe & Lounge

4.3(3 reviews)

25.2 mi

Home cooking and friendly service! Pool tables and music too. Great place to stop on the way…read morethrough town.

Nice little restaurant in the town of Marsing. Prime rib is served Friday and Saturday night…read more Prime is cooked on a Treager so it's is good. Usually not that busy so may have a bar tender and one cook, so the service may be a little slow if they get busy. Full bar with two pool tables, It can easily be missed if you go by too fast. They need to have better signage to indicate when they are open

Patty melt with fries

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Brew N Cue

1.0(1 review)

46.7 mi

The Brew and Spew.....junks that is. If you're into a hazy, dark, studio apartment sized pool…read morebar....then this is the dive for you.

Sportsman's Hideout

3.8(5 reviews)

19.3 mi

This local bar is pretty cool. A dive bar with great prices, cool style, and friendly people! I…read moreshowed up on a Sunday after 9:00pm even though the sign said "8:00?" And they were still open! The bar has a big, thick solid-wood top with retro stools to sit on. The tables are slices of tree trunks...pretty cool. They have two pool tables and an electronic dart board. They even sell darts if you need a new set! Cool place to hang and have a drink or two.

New to the 2C and trying to find out our new hangout - after checking out 3 different bars - we…read morecame right back here. Nikki the owner and bar tender is so nice and the regulars all greeted us and welcomed us. Think we found our new spot . Thanks to all

Just the right amount of kitschy.

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Cool tree trunk table.

Village Pub

4.3(3 reviews)

1.2 mi

When in Boise, this is a must! You will find the kindest most amazing people! Everyone is just kind…read moreat heart!

Now at first, you're going to ask yourself a few different questions…read more. 1. Am I at the right place? 2. Is it open? 3. Should I go in? The answer is yes, just do It! Food took a little longer than expected and they could probably use some new decor but all in all a great little spot to get a cold beer, straight forward service, and a good wholesome meal

Great times with new friends!

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Randall F.

66

7

2

13 years ago

I have been there a few times. Each time the service has been terrible and the wait staff inattentive and rude. There are much better places to go nearby, don't waste your time on this place. read more

Cindy K.

0

3

1

8 years ago

Worst service ever....been here several times, I have never received this kind of service Took 1 1/2 hours to get Nachos???

Anthony R.

5

1

0

9 years ago

Trashy bar bad environment and a OWNER with a small Dick Adam way to go!! U sure know how to show ur bars true colors!!

Giovana L.

77

19

16

10 years ago

This place is awesome if you want to go to an alleged kareoke bar where the same 3 guys sing like a band with no name.

Sue S.

0

2

0

5 years ago

This place is full of rude cooks bartenders and not to mention the regulars who snobbed any newcomers.

Ken N.

3

17

0

9 years ago

ive heard good things, cant wait to pay a visit. ive heard good things, cant wait to pay a visit.

Cindra G.

0

4

0

9 years ago

We enjoyed the atmosphere, the hamburgers, and the karaoke!!

Julie M.

0

5

0

9 years ago

I love this place best staff and owner ever

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