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!

I've been to several speakeasies around the USA and Gatsby should be the standard of what a…read morespeakeasy should be. No really! Imagine yourself walking through the 8th St promenade in downtown Boise. It's hustling and bustling with people and restaurants that are packed. Then, out of the corner of your eye, you see an alley. It's kinda dark, maybe a little unsettling at first. You see a steel door with a small panel at the top of the door. No door handles but a green lit old stagecoach light, a small wooden sign hanging g just beyond the door with a key on it. Hmmm, strange. In faded sharpie letters it says Knock knock on the metal door, so you knock twice. The panel on the door slides open and they ask for the password. Whoa!!!! Luckily you called ahead to make reservations so they whispered it to you. You give the password and door opens to a tiny little library with a couple of shelves full of books. The hosts welcomes you and you stare at the bookshelf knowing it isn't just a bookshelf but a door. You try pulling on different books guessing which is the right one but after a minute the hostess shows you and you enter a beautiful brick walled 1920s decorated room with seats and dim lights and no windows whatsoever. The artwork is prohibition-era themed. Heck, there's even a stack of wooden barrels that supposedly hold spirits. That is exactly the speakeasy experience you are looking for. We were seated in the boiler room, a private area which had beautiful wooden lockers with glass doors all lit up and full of booze. Books line the wall and there is an old fireplace covered with candles that have melted wax all over the mantle. In the corner is a poker table. Really the perfect vibe for a speakeasy. Glance at the menu and notice their tang of cheaper to very rare and unique spirits, some costing hundreds of dollars for a shot. Whisky, vodka, rum, gin, scotch, bourbon, you name it. But also check out their cocktails. They can even make mocktails if you don't want alcohol. Not only are the drinks unique but so is their presentation. The glades used I've never seen. Some drinks have a printed pattern on them, others come with dry ice that quickly evaporates or a cool smoked filled bubble. The whole experience was just amazing. This is a do not miss opportunity if you like drinks and cool, unique experiences. They even have another room in the back called the Garrison Room which looks like a mineshaft. I just love the thought put into this place. And when you are done, you exit through a nondescript door and exits to a patio area of another restaurant and back out to the promenade. Just a wow experience! So glad I did it.

Fantastic food and service from Amy. My wife and I loved it. Live music beers pizza sportsread more

Fairly average mid-west American food. Beers and Ciders but no hard alcohol as the name may…read moresuggest. They serve hot dogs, burgers, chicken sandwhiches, and more in addition to pizza. The enviorment is loud and very much a bar. Close to the Boise Towne Square Mall which is convenient. Friendly staff and fairly priced.

We absolutely loved the food both times we ate there, and the beer was even better! The brunch…read moremimosas on Sundays are out of this world--such an amazing selection. The service was also really, really good, and the atmosphere was so eclectic but spot on. If you're ever in town, Voodoo Brewing is a must-visit. We can't wait to come back!

Great restaurant spot with a good beer list. I can overlook their namesake beer isn't locally…read morebrewed nor has many options, but hard to find a Belgian Triple around town! Service is good and any food options we've tried over a few visits have all been good - will be going back and want to try trivia night too.

A very "locals" bar. You're not really spoken to unless you're a regular. Bartender was friendly in…read moretaking my drink order and offering a food menu, but that's it. I think the owner was there, he was behind the bar like he owned the place, but only spoke to his biker friends who were all getting ready to leave on a ride. If I owned a bar, I would connect with every single customer if I were on site. Probably won't be back.

My friend made this Oopsie tonight and the bartenders still were pleasant with everyone and did…read moretheir jobs perfectly. Amazing work ethic. This bar is great! (Ps the person came here like this sober and did this- was NOT inside or served.)

So yummy, local and delicious! Unassuming, great menu and awesome service!! Wine list was good,…read morespecials were delicious and our girls night was fantastic

I moved to right down State St from the Local, so my parents and I have been here twice now…read more The first time was amazing food, but the service wasn't great, super rude and impatient. The reason we went back the second time was because we remembered how good the food was and how nearby it was too. The second time the food was still really good, but the service was HORRENDOUS. Brittney was such a ***** to me and my parents, my mom especially. My mom was complimenting her and something about the food, and she straight up just walked away in the middle of my mom still talking. And no it wasn't busy. It was towards the end of the night, there was maybe 2-3 other customers there. She acted like we were bothering her the whole time. Then once she'd leave us would just stand up at the bar flirting with the other guy working there and just ignore anyone else. Then on top of all of that, my dad tells me she added $10 onto her tip! FRAUD!!! I've attached photos as evidence. My dad still tipped her even though she was so rude and disrespectful. But apparently that wasn't enough for her and added $10 onto the total. I cannot believe that. And my dad tells me it was difficult to get his $10 back after calling and talking to the manager. He didn't get the name of the manager but he said that they were just making excuses and saying oh but she's our best server. Obviously not! Saying things like oh she must've just been really busy. Again, we were there when it was dead and about to close soon, no it was not busy. It's almost as if this business does this type of thing often because there was no alarm from the manager, then finally after much deliberation decided to send back the $10. Absolutely ridiculous. No : "I'm so sorry here's a free meal on us", or atleast a "here's a coupon or gift card for next time you come in", nothing. This is the type of thing that gets people closed down. We should report to the BBB. This is insane. And to not be offered anything to make it right is what really gets me. Like do they not want us to ever come back??? Not to mention tell everyone we know, etc. Yikes! And this is what we get for wanting to support local businesses instead of going to the big chains. What a bummer.

Oldspeak was recommended by a friend as a place to check out while in Boise. I had some downtime in…read morethe middle of the day and it couldn't have been a better fit. Cozy, with cute antique furniture and friendly ownership and staff (hi Shelley!). I ended up having the same downtown the following day and came back. Oldspeak will be a regular spot for me. I've also heard good things via word-of-mouth about the more crowded bar and alcohol times here. Maybe next trip. Love this place!

Friday night in Garden City and you mean to tell me there's a place where I can have beer, a tea,…read moreor even a nitro coffee and a read then buy a book. Yeah. Thats exactly what I'm telling you. Old Speak Bar is that place and it's only for 21 and over. Plenty of books neatly organized and lots of places to get cozy. Whether you are a group of 4 or riding solo, get a drink, find a book, and unplug from the world. I had a great time last night with family and friends. There's some much eye candy and thoughtful pieces properly displayed inside. Our bartender was very friendly and totally felt bad when the beer I chose was out and he had to go change the keg. I lived that life some thirty years ago. He made sure that the my pour from the new keg was done right. All-in-all, Old Speak checks a lot of boxes. It's not dark, it's away from the hustle and bustle and you can totally unwind in the way you want to. " A room without books is like a body without a soul." -- Marcus Tullius Cicero

This place has made a great transition from a local beer bar to a full bar and menu. The service…read morewas friendly and attentive and atmosphere is welcoming and comfortable. Our waitress now Mikela was super awesome! It is clear they're putting effort into a new, customer-focused menu with plenty of options. It's exciting to see them evolving while maintaining the great local cube! Definitely worth stopping in to check out the new food and enjoy a drink. It appears that they are partnering with brown beard brewing in garden city!

Super prejudice but the waitress provided excellent service. But management was prejudice and was…read moreobviously discrimated against my son and I. We played pool for 2hrs and ordered 3 pitchers at 17 a pitcher Tipped the waitress over 50 percent. YET THESE PEOPLE FOLLOWED US OUT THE BAR AND TOLD US NOT TO DRIVE!

The vibe was incredible. It felt like stepping into another world. Rather than just being another…read moreplace to grab a meal, the atmosphere completely immersed you in the experience from the moment you walked in. The ceviche was hands down the best I've ever had: fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. What truly set this place apart, though, was the people. The staff and ownership were absolutely outstanding, welcoming, attentive, and genuinely passionate about creating a memorable experience.

The food here is fantastic, the service was excellent thanks to Dana, our server. She was…read morefriendly, attentive, and made great recommendations. She made our evening dining experience well worth it A great idea for a Friday evening in Eagle.