Boise's Best Places To

Eat & Drink

Picking favorites is a personal, subjective thing, and here at The SPARROW, we’re all about that. So, here’s our insider’s guide on where we — our team and friends — like to go. The best part? These breweries, restaurants, coffee shops, and more happen to be just a stone’s throw from our doorstep.

Breweries

Payette Brewing

Hand-made, high-quality craft brews with big taste and even bigger stories to share.

 

10 Barrel Brewing

Home of big IPAs and classic styles in the heart of Boise.

 

Woodland Empire

High-quality, hand-crafted beer with a focus on local and regional ingredients. 

 

Matlacks

A rotating selection of 16 draft beers, canned cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic options, alongside delicious smoked meat sandwiches and hot dogs.

Breakfast & Coffee

Fuel up with Form & Function right in our lobby, and when you’re ready to explore, here are some other top picks for your caffeine cravings.

 

Broadcast Coffee

Boutique coffees sourced from family farms and cooperatives for a community-focused experience.

 

The District Coffee House

Spacious nonprofit coffeehouse serves locally roasted blends and baked treats in an airy modern space.

 

Neckar Coffee

Specialty roaster serving small batch roasts and baked goods, all grounded in their ethos of fostering connections and spreading goodness.

 

Einstein Bagels

Freshly baked bagels, breakfast sandwiches, fresh-brewed coffee, and more.

Restaurants

Enjoy the savory delights of Crisp in our courtyard, and when you’re ready to explore Boise’s food scene, here are some tasty options to savor:

 

Chandlers

Steak and seafood served in a hip setting with live jazz and a martini bar.

 

Cottonwood Grille

Northwest cuisine in a relaxed riverfront setting.

 

Bacon Boise

Casual bistro serving breakfast and lunch at the counter with a varied bacon menu.

 

Bardenay

Distillery with creative Northwest fare and craft cocktails.

 

Bittercreek Alehouse

Wide range of draft microbrews with locally sourced pub fare.