We absolutely loved our dinner at the Basque Market. This was our first time in Boise and it was…read morevery interesting to learn about the history of the Basque people in Boise. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We chose a wonderful bottle of Granache and tried several dishes (all fantastic). Braised Chorizo.. Potato Bravas... this amazing ham sandwich. Also had the best Croquetas. If you are in the area, make a point to visit the Basque Market. You will be happy you did

Tony and Tara at the Basque Market were absolutely incredible. They created an unforgettable meal…read morefor our Summer Solstice wedding with a spectacular seafood paella, a delicious vegetarian paella, and beautiful Basque hors d'oeuvres that our guests couldn't stop talking about. The execution was flawless from beginning to end. Everything was perfectly timed, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. Serving paella outdoors on the longest night of the year was exactly the atmosphere we had hoped to create, and Tony and Tara helped make that vision come to life. If you're considering the Basque Market for catering, don't hesitate. They played a huge part in making our wedding one we'll remember forever. Thank you both--we couldn't have asked for anything better.

Stop. Read this. If you are in a hurry and want fast, cheap food, go somewhere else. If you want to…read morehave a meal that is delicious, slow, and fun...go here. The beers of Germany are perfect. Today's special was AMAZING. not good, it was great. 3 of us ate and drank and it was $75. I will take that all day. The food so darn good. Silly to miss this.

We have been wanting to try Tante Emma for some time, but have't had the opportunity to make it out…read moreto Crouch until this past week. WOW! Totally worth the wait! I could not have been more impressed with the food, probably the best German style Schnitzel I've ever had! The cutlet was pounded perfectly thin with a fantastic breading that was crisp and perfectly seasoned. The Spaetzle was perfect, can't wait to try the other varieties on the menu. We had Oma's almond cake, which was as light as a feather with flavors of nutmeg and cinnamon, it was perfection. Tante Emma is coming to downtown Boise this fall, and I can't wait to become on of their regulars. There are few German offerings in the Treasure Valley, and as a person of German heritage, I crave the food. I can't wait to introduce them to my in-laws who are also German. The place is cute as well, and offers great German wines and Beers. Don't miss the pretzel, it comes with three different dipping sauces and was hands down the best damn German pretzel Ive ever had, perfectly hot right out of the oven and delicious.

Yummy! This restaurant is a gem. Great drinks and happy…read morehour nibbles. My husband and I really enjoyed our meal and the ambiance.

We really wanted to like Tavolàta, but almost everything fell far short of our expectations given…read morethe reputation. We were out for an anniversary dinner and our reservation was at 6:30. We arrived 5 minutes early and were seated right away which was nice. Our server was very sweet and attentive but that's about all the good things we can offer for the experience. The tables were cramped in the space, the noise inside was so loud and the atmosphere was uncomfortable. We overheard the conversations of diners two tables away from us and didn't feel like we could really talk with each other due to that. We ordered cocktails, focaccia, entrees and dessert. The focaccia was ok but not memorable and our drinks took awhile to arrive. When they did, they were ok but not great (too much ice, almost tasteless). Our entrees arrived and I was surprised to receive only 6 clams with my fettuccini. Seemed a bit sparse for the upcharge. I think shrimp would have been a better match or mussels and more of them. (From the photos I see online, the dish should come with more clams). The pasta was fresh but bland and unexciting. My partner had the bucatini carbonara and said it was similarly bland and the meat was overcooked to the point he didn't even finish it. We were excited for the tiramisu as well since it's a dish we love. What we received was very lackluster, near tasteless and scant in both presentation and portion. We honestly feel that TJs frozen tiramisu is better than the one we had that night. Overall, we expected much more. It wasn't terrible but truly disappointing. We won't be back as there are many better options in Boise for foodies to enjoy.

I absolutely love that old school shoppes like this still exist!…read more We loved their peanut brittle and toffee. They have some pretty Idaho classics with potato themes. Not a big selection, but nicely displayed and FREE SAMPLES! Just a little factory in an older but well kept building with an older lady sitting behind a tiny counter (stacks of paperwork behind her), ready to take your order or answer questions! You get the picture. They have several antique items and machinery. Behind a windowed door you can peek into the factor that concocts these delicious things!

I went to the Idaho Candy Co store in 8th Street. The new owner was there, and was so friendly and…read morekind. I purchased my favorites, the Butter Toffee and Peanut Brittle. The absolute best ever.

This location is just as stunning as their Eagle location. Various seating options and the…read morechocolate scent is heavenly. I've visited their production facility and it's immaculate. Make sure to get an affogato with half chocolate and half stracciatella gelato. If you want to convert a milk chocolate fan to dark, take them here. The smell is heavenly. Even with so many flavors, I am always surprised that everything from their toffee to bark to mint to orange chocolate is always great quality and fresh. You can tell they temper well by the sheen on their chocolate. Is it priced indulgently? Yes. Made local? Yes. Run by a great family? Yep.

The Chocolate Bar is such a fun and cozy spot! Their chocolate is absolutely amazing -- rich,…read moresmooth, and clearly high quality. You can really taste the difference. They also have a great selection of drinks, and what I loved most is the attention to detail when making them. You can tell they take pride in every cup -- perfectly balanced flavors, beautiful presentation, and just the right level of sweetness. It's not just a drink, it's an experience. The seating area inside is really cute and inviting, making it a great place to sit, relax, and enjoy your treat. Whether you're meeting a friend or just want a little chocolate moment to yourself, it's the perfect spot. Highly recommend if you're a chocolate lover!

I want to live here. I want to go broke here…read more I want to get a second mortgage and spend it all on chocolate from this shop. I want to eat chocolate here once a week. The caramels, the truffles. I want to get fat here. This is pleasure central in downtown Boise. If I'd known this was here I'd have moved to Boise years and years ago. There is not one single thing in this shop that is not delicious. RUN don't walk, to this treasure.

My girlfriend and I took Indulge Boise's Boise River Urban Wine Trail Tour, and it was about the…read morebest introduction to Boise we could have asked for. Angela, the head of Indulge Boise, led our tour herself! Her love for the area came through in every story and every stop on our journey. The Greenbelt and Garden City districts were calmly beautiful from the get-go, but she brought them alive with history, personality, and local pride. Henry, who was training to lead the same tour, was also a perfect presence--warm, curious, and already bringing his own perspective and enthusiasm to the experience. We absolutely lucked out with two pros, brimming with hometown pride. We started with amazing tacos at The Sandbar at the Riverside Hotel, then continued through a relaxed, beautifully paced mix of wine, food, river views, and local storytelling. Nothing felt rushed, and everything felt thoughtfully curated. (Every wine stop--Telaya, Proletariat, Dude Dewalt--was excellent and exactly what we needed at that point in the tour. As were the surprise lemonade and RIVER DOGS from PJ's!!) This is exactly the kind of tour I'd recommend to visitors, locals, or anyone thinking about making Boise part of their life. A 100% memorable afternoon--one that set us up for further exploration with a probable move here!

This is a must do if you're visiting Boise, Idaho! We had the best tour guide, her name is…read moreKayshauna. She took us to 4 very different and amazing local spots. It's an easy stroll with stops for local history. Kayshauna was fun, informative and friendly. First stop was beef tallow fries with bison burger and build your own seasonings. It definitely sets the mood for the tour. We moved to one of the most infectiously delicious spots - Ansots!! Ellie and her staff make you feel like family. The food sampling was varied and oh so yummy. We had to indulge in the Basque cheesecake and bought pieces to take back to enjoy later at the hotel. There are two more delicious stops. You will not go hungry! You can also opt to add alcohol to your food tour but there is water and mocktails if you didn't. It was one of the best things we did on our trip. Book it and you won't regret it.

I always enjoy a fun store with a very specific focus, and in this case, it is peanuts. I was…read morehoping to find a wide variety of peanut butter flavors, but there were really only two options: honey roasted and regular. They do, however, offer different kinds of candy and mixed nut snacking combinations, which makes browsing interesting. Expect prices to be a little on the higher side. The peanut butter, for example, was about $9 for a regular-sized jar. Bonus, they are liberal with the samples.

I highly recommend this place. It's run by an excellent and accommodating crew and a cool little…read moreshop. All of the products I got to taste were nothing short of extraordinary. The brittle and the different typea of nuts were well seasoned and fresh. I'll be shipping some to Hawaii soon, and hopefully one day we'll be able to walk down the street to visit this place whenever we want.

The BahnMi sandwich i had at the Downtown Boise Co-op is the best I've had in Boise. The pickled…read moreveges were plentiful and just the right amount of spice, ie pickle. The pork was great. I would have liked another slice, but it was adequate. Overall a repeat for lunch. Its been awhile since I had this sandwich in VietNam, but its close enough to rave about. Well done, co-op!!

The Boise Co-Op is absolutely wonderful. It is a darling local grocery store with great products…read moreand amazing services. The employees fantastic and accommodating. I highly recommend the Boise Co-Op!

Amazing fish! Just caught salmon; large dinner party and they raved about it. And I made fish stock…read moreout of the head!

I was looking for some West Coast salmon and stumbled up this place through Yelp! Called ahead and…read morehad a filet and 1/2 held for me of Columbia River Salmon. Arrived at this fish market tucked away in a strip mall in central Boise. Inside is 100% impeccable clean and the staff here is super helpful and friendly. Another big plus is I was wearing my 49er gear and what I would assume is the manager or owner was wearing 49er gear as well. Had a great conversation and talked football but what I was blown away with the selection of seafood they have at this market. Everything from what I could see was next level quality. I purchased my salmon and not planning on it 3 large Dungeness crabs as well. Not cheap for sure but the quality was out of bounds and made for a great New Year's Eve meal! Will 100% be coming back.