Handcrafted Wine, Brew & Food
Food & Wine Guide
Boise’s food and wine scene is exploding
with a vibrant farm to table dining scene, burgeoning craft breweries, and nationally-recognized wineries.
Downtown Boise
At the heart of the downtown food scene is 8th street, a lively hub of local fare where you can find everything from fine dining to hole-in-the-wall pizzerias. Enjoy artfully designed atmospheres and memorable craft cocktails. The food (and the atmosphere) is genuine with no pretense. Just passionate chefs and mixologists who are proud of what they do.
ALAVITA handmade pasta
Can’t miss experiences along 8th Street and in the downtown core:
- The Modern
Craft cocktails and more with an unforgettable patio experience.
- BACON
The name is just the start. Breakfast and more in a casual bistro.
- Bittercreek
Eco-conscious alehouse featuring locally-sourced pub grub.
- The Basque Block
Bar Gernika, the Basque Market or Bardenay — all provide a slightly different twist on Boise’s Basque heritage. - Trillium
Showcasing locally-sourced ingredients in an upscale yet approachable atmosphere located in downtown Boise.
Chandlers signature drink, "Ten Minute Martini
Locals Tip:
Don’t pass up Hyde Park! A little north of downtown Boise sits the historic Hyde Park. A historic retail district that serves as a hub for locals, as well as a stop for mountain bikers exploring nearby trails, and foodies looking for a meal off the beaten path.
Wine & Wineries
SW Idaho wine is fun, approachable and deeply rooted in our agricultural heritage. Why is SW Idaho producing some of the best wine? Our climate! Here, rich soils combine with ideal rainfalls and warm summers to produce outstanding grapes for world-class wines — and, as a result, one of the nation’s most recognized up-and-coming appellations.
Boise + Beyond
A number of wineries feature comfortable tasting rooms in and around Boise. Many located right along the Greenbelt!
Sunny Slope — Idaho’s Wine Country
Sunnyslope Wine Trail near Marsing, Idaho
Head southwest from Boise on HWY 55 and you will come to Sunny Slope Rd. Explore the beautiful countryside and taste some amazing wine.
- Huston Vineyards
- Indian Creek Winery
- Koenig Vineyards & Tasting Room
- Sawtooth Winery
- Ste. Chapelle Winery
- Kindred Vineyards & Winery
For more information visit the Idaho Wine Commission.
The Local Brew
SW Idaho has experienced a boom in local craft beers. From hoppy IPAs to rich stouts, Southwest Idaho has a local beer for you.
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