It was hap-hap-happening on a Wednesday night at the Hap Hap Lounge, complete with an energetic DJ…read morespinning tunes from all decades. My drink was strong but I fell for the name: Honky Tonk Angel. Friends enjoyed their Negroni and mocktail. I did not expect to be dancing, but it was too fun to resist.

Cute, funky little spot with a really creative drink menu. I had their Day of the Dead drink…read morespecial, which I can basically describe as an ice-cold hot chocolate cocktail, it had a great, warm heat to it and tasted so decadent. My other girlfriends also ordered cocktails, and we had some of the dips to nibble on (the hummus and the French onion dip). I wish it came with crackers or bread instead of corn chips, but oh well. Our waitress was super nice and answered all of our questions and made recommendations for us.

Bryce, Rachel, and Sam at The Gatsby Speakeasy in downtown Boise are AMAZING! The Gatsby is such a…read morefun and unique experience! The atmosphere is incredible = stylish, intimate, and full of that perfect speakeasy charm. We especially loved the selection of creative, one-of-a-kind cocktails; there's something interesting for every taste, and each drink feels like an experience of its own. Wonderful drinks, fantastic ambiance, and a great place for a night out. Definitely a Boise "must-do"!

A speak easy in Boise! I was intrigued! The whole experience was so fun to share with a group of…read morefriends! We stood in the alley and knocked on the door. A small window in the door opened and we had to provide a password to gain entry. (Initially our large group had to reserve 3 time slots and we would be seated separately.) I was in the first group. We were let into a small area with floor to ceiling bookcases. Of course there was a book that once pulled, opened a secret door to the bar within. The ambiance was dim lighting and groups of comfortable seating areas. The waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable about the drinks on the menu. I started with a mocktail that could be made vegan by omitting the egg white. Beautifully presented with a flower design. It was sweet and it was tart. The second drink I got was a cocktail that was smooth with a perfect amount of sweet. My friends got cocktails in their unique glasses. When our next group came through, they were led into a room. After a while, one friend came out to say hello to us. The waiter noticed that we knew each other and told my group to follow him. The room was dimly lit and was furnished with comfortable armchairs and couches. Our third group was able to join us in the room and we were able to mingle seated or standing. The different drinks that were ordered were so cool. A smoky bubble was set on top of a cone shaped glass that resembled an ice cream cone. I had a couple of friends that ordered gin drinks and they were served in a bathtub complete with rubber ducky! This was such a fun and special way to celebrate a friend's birthday! The service was superb!

My girlfriends and I checked out The James a while back. I remember enjoying their pizza that we…read moreshared. I know my husband who is a huge pizza lover would absolutely love their pizza here. So for my birthday, I decided that we should hit up The James for dinner. I had made a reservation for a patio table a couple days ahead of schedule. I really wanted to sit outside with the family and enjoy our meal. Of course the day of my birthday, the weather was windy and cooler. I called the restaurant to see if we couple l could possibly dine inside. The gentleman that helped me over the phone wasn't really friendly but he assured me that dining inside shouldn't be an issue. We had a cute table reserved for us inside. It was pretty chill when we came in. A few people at the bar and another table enjoying their meal. The last time my friends and I were in, it was so busy. I actually appreciate how chill it was tonight. Nothing like enjoying my family and our meal in a calm space. We got some food ordered. We started off with some wings, clam chowder and zuppa tuscono soup. A pepperoni pizza for my husband and I. My daughter got the French dip sammy. I planned on having a little bit of my daughter's sandwich. I have to make sure it's tasty! The wings came out first. They were cooked perfectly! Crispy on the outside but the chicken wing was still tender. The buffalo sauce and ranch were in dipping cups on the side. We all had a few and then soups were dropped off. My husband's clam chowder was money. It was so good! Clams and potatoes through out each bite. My daughter's zuppa was very hearty and spicy. I love the kale in the soup. I had a couple bites but the heat was becoming a little too much for me. Our pizza was hot right out the oven. The cheese was perfectly melty. Plenty of pepperoni slices on the pizza. I appreciate the fact that the crust isn't crazy thick. It's thinner so you're not eating a tone of bread. The crust is crispy on the outside and chewy in the middle. The sauce is not overwhelming in herbs. This joint seriously has some of the best pizza in town! Each slice I had tonight was fantastic! My daughter enjoyed her sammy. I didn't get a chance to snag a bite. I was too busy tearing up our pizza. I did snag a few fries and these folks know how to produce a great fry. We didn't get the gorgonzola fries this time but it will be a must have the next time we hit this joint up. It's been a hot minute since I have had them and I still daydream about them. Our sweet server got me birthday dessert. Chocolate cake with raspberry sauce on it. It was devine. I couldn't tell if the cake was flourless. It was really dense like it was but I didn't mind. It was still so good. I enjoyed the raspberry sauce that came on it. Since the cake was so dense, the raspberry sauce added some brightness to it. As full as I was, I had to make sure my birthday dessert was finished. I'm a sucker for anything sweet no matter how full I am. Tonight's dining experience was great. Our server was sweet and delightful. Our food was killer good. My dessert was banger. And the vibe was chill. I honestly couldn't have asked for a better dinner to celebrate my birthday. I look forward to coming back, sitting on the patio and vibing out while enjoying our food.

Service 5 stars Ambiance 5 stars…read moreFood 4 stars ... The James burger, best burger I've ever had. Only complaint is half way through it I found a hair under the second half on my plate so didn't come from me. Wish I never saw it! Will go back, stuff happens, but ruined my 5 star experience for sure.

My daughter had her wedding and reception at The Lively this spring, I cannot express how…read moreabsolutely perfect the day was. The staff did an amazing job, the food was fantastic and the venue could not be more beautiful. There is plenty of parking near the venue as well as hotel options for out of town guests. Thank you so much to Missy, Mindy and the entire team for making the day stress free and perfect.

This was second time here for an afternoon tea- this time was as lovely as the last. The…read morereservation process? Awesome, via OpenTable, & easily confirmed both afternoon teas needed to be gluten free. The reception? Welcoming! We had option of stairs or elevator. SO appreciated that option! Was having lower pain day so took the stairs, & enjoyed every ounce of ambiance in the way upstairs! Table? Perfectly situated in a sunny window, quieter area- just as requested! Tablescape? Simple & high quality. Really nice touch to have well weighted silverware. Tea selection? A plethora, far beyond standard blah. And our gluten free tray of goodies, though a bit sparse looking in presentation, was all high quality & balanced flavors to perfection. And they were ever so kind to provide complimentary drinks... as they'd been running a tinge behind... so my guest & I enjoyed the most delightful mocktail w/huckleberry shrub... made fully from scratch in house. I will not be waiting 2 years between visits again. I have to say... by far far my fav afternoon tea experience in Treasure Valley (& yes I've done several others, several times ea, at establishments well known in area... left very disappointed every time. ***So having two excellent experiences at The Lively says a lot*** Elegance without pretense, charm without hype. Just my vibe! (That said, yes it's true our waiter didn't seem fully engaged in the experience, & yes it's true I only got one hot water refill (in the tiny tiny kettle) but I think we all know that's probably more about a bit short staffed which happens anywhere, to the best, & I do know they had big wedding reception at venue after our tea seating... & I had reserved the last seating time)

the burger was great and well seasoned but the thick fries were horrible. tasted bland and maybe…read morefrozen. If they introduce a fresh cut fry or maybe a shoestring I would be back

This is in the perfect location for us after our weekend activities so we wanted to give it a shot…read more It didn't disappoint! We came with our three kids and the kids menu was terrific. They loved everything offered and the quality didn't diminish with the kids portion which was nice to see. The Idaho nachos were next level ... highly recommend. The fish and chips were on point and the house made tartar was great. The burgers were great as well. Most importantly, their coke and diet coke mix was perfection. Overall everyone was very happy. I think it's going to be a hot spot so get over there and give it a shot before it gets too busy.

Table service with indoor and outdoor seating plus a bar. Friendly attentive service. The outdoor…read moreseating is well-sheltered and the indoor seating has a nice open feel. Recommend the "KFC" appetizer (breaded cauliflower florets with gochujang bbq sauce).

We visited Red Feather Lounge for brunch after having it on our bucket list, but it was a very…read moredisappointing experience. We were seated outside in a cramped area next to overgrown plants, and there was a decorative hanging star above us that looked poorly secured and potentially unsafe. The food was poorly executed across the board. The eggs Benedict was served as actual boiled eggs with hollandaise that had an off taste and was inedible. My biscuits and gravy were also underwhelming, with overcooked eggs and undercooked, greasy bacon that made the plate difficult to eat. Service was slow and inconsistent. My one coffee refill took an extraordinarily long time, and my girlfriend's specialty coffee--which was the most expensive item we ordered--was never followed up on once it was finished. We also waited a long time just to get the check, almost as long as it took us to pick at our meal. When the server finally returned, my plate was cleared but her uneaten food was left sitting. Overall, the experience felt worse than even basic diners. We won't be returning.

I found The Boise Post on social media, reviewed it on YELP and knew I had to check it out! I…read morecalled around 6 p.m. on a Saturday to see "IF" they happened to have space at the bar. Unfortunately, they didn't, but they suggested walking in around 7 p.m. and said I should be fine. I was starving, so I grabbed dinner somewhere else first and made my way to The Boise Post around 7. I was seated at a window counter overlooking downtown Boise, and WOW--what a beautiful view! The floor-to-ceiling windows, stylish interior, and views of the city and foothills make this place feel truly special. I stayed for coffee and the Treasure Valley Flan, made with lavender-flower honey caramel and a Marcona almond-and-rosemary tuile. Can I just say WOW again?! Coming from a Filipino background, we know our flan--and this was absolutely delicious! It was beautifully presented, and the tuile added the perfect little crunch. I loved my first experience so much with my server, Ashton, and the host, Ahnew--I hope I'm spelling that correctly!--that I made a reservation before leaving so I could return the following evening with my husband. I wanted a table where we could enjoy the view around sunset, and Ashton recommended the perfect spot. The next night, my husband decided to invite another couple to join us, so we changed our reservation from two people to four at 7:20 p.m. We arrived at 7:21 and chose a cozy table beside the beautiful glass fireplace. We were greeted and taken care of by Bretton, who looks like a famous actor--if you know, you know! Our friends arrived about 30 minutes later, but we were starving--as usual--so we had already started ordering! I chose the Hamachi with Castelvetrano olive, candied fennel, Aleppo pepper, Marcona almond, sea salt, and saffron emulsion. My husband ordered the Carne Asada tacos with marinated Wagyu, huckleberry mole, queso fresco, sweet-corn crema, aji panca, and shaved cabbage. We also shared the fingerling potatoes with sea-salt whipped ricotta, fine herbs, smoked-chili aioli, and garlic oil. For my cocktail, I ordered the "Huck Around and Find Out," made with tequila, mezcal, huckleberry, Thai basil, and lime. It was gorgeous sitting beside the fire and tasted even better--OUTSTANDING! That's exactly why I ordered it twice! Our friends also ordered the Carne Asada tacos and the Brussels sprouts with yuzu, blistered tomato, spiced pistachio, mint, Idaho feta, and pickled shallot. Everything was beautifully presented. The menu is made up of smaller, tapas-style plates that are perfect for sharing, so my husband ordered another round of tacos while I tried the Jones Dairy Farm Pork Belly with Vietnamese pancake, bean sprouts, cabbage, shaved carrot, Bibb lettuce, Fresno chili, and nước chấm. The pork belly was a little salty for my personal taste, but I'm also very sensitive to salt. By the end of dinner, everyone was completely full, so there was no room for dessert this time! Everything--from the amazing views and modern atmosphere to the creative food, delicious cocktails, and wonderful service--made for such a memorable evening. Our friends kept thanking us for inviting them on an amazing double date! We can't wait to return and try more of the menu. See you again soon, The Boise Post!

We really enjoyed our visit to The Boise Post. We were able to sit out on the patio that overlooks…read moreBoise. The views provide a great setting for the exceptional food. We shared a couple small plates and one large plate. Small plates included fingerling potatoes with the whipped ricotta which was a great starter for our meal. We also got a refreshing brussels sprouts dish with a very light and tasty dressing, much different than most brussels spout dishes you see at restaurants. We also got the special which was a Steelhead Tartar dish that was definitely one of the highlights for me. The Steelhead trout was beyond exceptional, and the preparation was phenomenal. For a large dish we shared the SRF Skirt Steak. The steak was cooked perfectly and was very tender and went great with the chimichurri. The menu was very impressive as you won't find the menu items on many menus in the area, very original dishes. Definitely will be back to try some of the other items on the menu. Overall the service, cocktails, and menu items were great and worthy of another visit.

Nope! Waste of time even for concerts. ""Doors open at 7" it's 8 and the opening band still hasn't…read moreopened yet. Seriously I want a refund for wasting my time. Opening time for bands is just a suggestion. If you're one of the people moving from California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada , DO NOT waste your time. This place is trash. The shitty part is that I can't get a refund for the band I wanted to see.

My friend bought two tickets and couldn't make it to town. I purchased them from him and had…read morepictures of his ID card and card used to purchase them to enter the show. Thomas at the door wouldn't let my friend and I in. Said physical cards are required for entry. I understand that but after my friend messaged Neurolux on Instagram and they said it wouldn't be an issue and talk to Allen if there's issues.... this is a bit confusing as it's conflicting information.... Wouldn't recommend this business.