boise happy hours

Mark your calendars....Pub Crawl - 4 September!

2010-08-11T18:46:00.006-06:00

The unofficial end of summer calls for a pub crawl. But this isn’t just any pub crawl; this one includes bikes and local fare! We will make our way amongst the Boise breweries, swilling tasty local brews, all the while helping the environment (our pocketbooks, waistlines, and public safety) by riding our bicycles! Current itin:11:30 - Meet at firemans memorial12:00 – Sockeye1:30 - Dutch

Wandering Wednesdays at Pizzalchik

2010-08-06T09:42:00.002-06:00

www.pizzalchik.comCorner of State Street and Gary LaneTime: Wednesdays 6-10Special: $10.95 includes all you can eat pizza and a beverageRating: 4.5 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: Patio I have heard great things about this establishment over the years so when a friend recently suggested we check out Wandering Wednesday, I was game. Our plan, arrive as close to 6pm as possible and grab a table

Ben's Crow Inn Ride

2010-07-28T16:52:00.005-06:00

boise happy hours is hosting a fun ride out to Ben's Crow Inn to check out their beer and food! We will meet at 5:30 Thursday 29 July at the Anne Frank Memorial and ride the greenbelt out to BCI! Any bike is welcome; this is just a fun, casual ride. Costumes are always encouraged but not necessary. bike beer eat beer bike! *can't go at 5:30 meet us out there later! We'll be there a while!!

stay tuned.....

2010-02-23T21:31:00.003-07:00

faithful readers,My apologies for not posting any happy hours lately. I was on three weeks of travel and then broke my nose as soon as I returned to Boise. I'm having surgery this week, so no happy hour for me until at least next week. I promise to make it up to you however! I did recently visit Solid in the 8th Street Marketplace and will post my review while I'm convalescing. Cheers!

Jumpin' Janets

2010-01-16T17:22:00.002-07:00

547 Vista AvenueTime: 4-7 M-FSpecial: wells 2 for $3 (really a very strong double for $3!)Rating: 4 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions:My friends and I decided to pop in here for happy hour yesterday. I was very happy to see the "no smoking" sign on the door when I entered. I was also pleased to find happy hour is a double for $3- M-F 4-7. This particular evening table service was provided.

Pho Nouveau

2010-01-12T19:30:00.003-07:00

780 W Idaho StreetTime: 4-6 M-FSpecial: All beer and wine 2 for 1; ½ off appetizersRating: 4 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: outside seating during warmer monthsThis little gem opened up in the old Falcon location in the heart of downtown but I had yet to visit so I made a point to pop in on this brisk winter’s eve. The restaurant is decorated modestly with plenty of seating for such a small

Bonefish Grill

2009-12-15T19:04:00.001-07:00

www.bonefishgrill.com855 W Broad StreetTime: 3-6 and 9-Close dailySpecial: $6 featured martinis, $5 premium wines, ½ off wells, ½ off premium liquor, $4 draft beers & house wines. And ½ off select appetizers.Rating: 4.5 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: They offer an anytime menu with several $5 options including sangria and Svedka Martinis. My friends and I first came upon Bonefish during the

The Lobby

2009-12-08T12:36:00.001-07:00

www.thelobbyboise.com760 W Main StreetTime: 4-6 M-FSpecial: $2 wells, drafts, and house wines Rating: 4.5 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: Martini Wednesdays 4-7 house martinis $6; $1 PBR pints on Wednesdays; Specials during all Bronco and Vandal games and during Monday Night Football; bike racksDue to my crazy travel schedule as of late, I was long overdue to try out The Lobby. Taking over

Bungalow

2009-12-03T15:59:00.000-07:00

boisebungalow.com1520 N 13th StreetTime: 3-7 and 9-1 dailySpecial: $6 martinis; $1 off other drinks; 2 for 1 appetizers. Rating: 3 martinisSmoking: outsideOther mentions: outside seating, bike racks, full menu, full barBungalow sits in a prime location in the center of Hyde Park in the North end of Boise. Surprisingly, the building has been home to several bars and restaurants in my 15 years of

Barbacoa

2009-11-26T15:46:00.002-07:00

www.barbacoa-boise.com276 W Bobwhite CourtTime: 4-6 daily; 9:30-11 Thursday, Friday, & SaturdaySpecial: 2 for 1 drinksRating: 2.5 martinisSmoking: outsideOther mentions: outside seating, bike racks, full menuI had only been to Barbacoa once and that was for lunch about a year ago, so I thought it was time to try out their happy hour. We arrived right at 4 to get things started. Like usual, we

Donnie Mac’s Roadside Cuisine

2009-10-10T17:42:00.000-06:00

www.donniemacgrub.com1515 W Grove StreetTime: 2-7 M-FSpecial: $1 PBR pintsRating: 2.5 martinisSmoking: outsideOther mentions: outside seating, bike racks, full menuPBR: cheaper than soda!It was a beautiful fall day. My friend Bri and I had just finished a nice bike ride along the greenbelt and thought Donnie Mac’s was in order….as did our other friends who met us later. There was one empty

Falcon Tavern- update

2009-09-10T19:33:00.002-06:00

I recently visited Falcon Tavern for happy hour. I reviewed them back in March but since, they have relocated. They moved into the old Satchel's location at 705 W Bannock Street and now have a large patio for outdoor dining. They have also modified their happy hour special. Now they are serving half priced beers! This is a great move on several accounts!

Hyde Park Pub

2009-09-10T19:30:00.001-06:00

www.hydeparkpub.com1501 13th StreetTime: 4-6 dailySpecial: $1 off draftsRating: 3 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: outside seating, bike racks, full menuHyde Park Pub used to be called Harry’s and many locals still refer to it by that name. It is in a great location in the heart of Hyde Park of the Boise Northend. It draws a variety of folks from mountain bikers post-ride to football fans

Lock, Stock, & Barrel

2009-09-09T19:02:00.000-06:00

www.lsbboise.com1100 W Jefferson StreetTime: 11-6 M-FSpecial: $2.50 wells & house wine, $2 domestic bottles, $3 draftsRating: 2 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: restaurant with separate barThis was a last minute decision to try out Lock, Stock & Barrel when a friend texted me to meet early. Few bars start happy hour before 4pm but LSB starts at 11- wow!We parked our bikes against a tree

Macaroni Grill

2009-09-04T18:48:00.000-06:00

www.macaronigrill.com980 N Milwaukee StreetTime: 3- closeSpecial: $2.99 small plates; $4.99 winesRating: 3 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: bike rackA friend of mine mentioned enjoying happy hour at Macaroni Grill a while back so the last time I was in the neighborhood I thought it appropriate to pop in and give it a try. The bar area has a few tables and a large wrap-around bar with seating.

Boise Fry Company

2009-09-01T19:23:00.003-06:00

www.boisefrycompany.com/111 Broadway, Suite 111Time: 4-6 M-FSpecial: buy one pint, get one free; buy one small fry, get one freeRating: 3 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: seating outside Tucked away in an unassuming strip mall just on the outskirts of downtown is the Boise Fry Company. They opened their doors a few months ago specializing in fries and having burgers as sides. The day I

WilliB's Saloon

2009-08-19T18:25:00.003-06:00

www.willibs.com225 N 5th StreetTime: all the timeSpecial: $3 wells; $4 well martinisRating: 2.5 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: seating outside, bike rack WilliB’s Saloon is located in a rather unlikely location on the corner of 5th and Idaho Streets. What was once a retro clothing shop has now been renovated into a saloon. I was dubious at first by the name but upon stepping inside, the

I'd like to hear from you

2009-07-31T11:18:00.003-06:00

Greetings readers!I would like to know what restaurants/bars you would like me to review. I'm sure there are several places completely off my radar but could be possible gems. Post your thoughts and ideas here and I will do my best to consume libations, savor vittles, and provide a review of each location.Thank you!

The Melting Pot

2009-07-29T12:15:00.003-06:00

www.meltingpot.com200 N 6th StreetTime: 5-7 DailySpecial: $3 micros, $2 other beers, $5 wines, $3.50 wells, and $5 Feature drinks and martinisRating: 4.5 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: Full Bar, seating outside, $5 appetizer specialsThe Melting Pot is a fondue restaurant located in downtown Boise. It opened a few years ago and has been very successful, filling a niche that is otherwise

The Dutch Goose

2009-07-22T12:09:00.000-06:00

www.dutchgoose.com3515 W State StreetTime: 4-6 M-FSpecial: $1.50 domestics and $2.50 microsRating: 4 martinisSmoking: outsideOther mentions: outside seating with misters on hot days, horseshoe pits, other daily specials: Tuesday- 2 for 1 burgers, Wednesday $3 32 oz. tubs from 6-11pm and free peanuts, Thursday $1 all drafts from 8-11pmThe Goose isn’t a fancy place but it is friendly and fun. It

Parrilla Grill

2009-07-09T23:19:00.000-06:00

1512 N 13th StreetTime: M-F 4-6:30Special: $2.50 domestics, $2.50 wells, $3.50 micros, and $1 off pitchersRating: 3 martinisSmoking: noOther mentions: Full Bar, seating outside, daily specialsTechnically I didn’t make it during happy hour but Parilla Grill does have daily specials. I went on a Thursday for the $1 taco special. That is right! $1 tacos all day Thursday! I could choose from steak

Joe's Crab Shack

2009-07-06T21:59:00.001-06:00

www.joescrabshack.com2288 N Garden StreetTime: M-F 3-7Special: $1.25 domestics, $2 wells, and $3 frozen margaritas and well martinisRating: 4 martinisSmoking: outsideOther mentions: Full Bar, seating outside, on the greenbeltA friend and I were attending a play reading in Garden City this evening but wanted to get together prior for a beverage and snack. I suggested Joe’s Crab Shack for its

Martini mix-off 2009 wrap up

2009-06-23T13:38:00.003-06:00

My friends and I had a lot of fun with the martinis! It was great to try fun cocktails that we would normally pass up because they didn’t fit into our normal repertoire of beverage. This got us out of our comfort zone and we found a few cocktails by which we were amazed. The following is my beverage winners for the event. My friends are not in complete concurrence but for the most part, we

Chandlers Steakhouse

2009-06-06T21:01:00.002-06:00

981 W Grove Street www.chandlersboise.comLocated in Hotel 43, Chandlers Steakhouse and Lounge are the epitome of class. High-end all the way, including the staff. We opted for a late afternoon to enjoy the martinis so we would have the full attention of Pat, the fabulous bartender. We sidled up to the bar, all 8 of us, to enjoy the next hour. Pat provided us with some reading material for

Piper Pub

2009-06-05T15:34:00.000-06:00

150 N 8th StreetThepiperpub.comThe Piper Pub, referred to as just The Piper by locals, had good variety in their drinks. Channel 7 was the Classic mixing Broker’s Gin, Absolut Vodka, 3 pumps of dry vermouth shaken and served up with olives. This was a great classic. I hadn’t tried Broker’s gin before and honestly I forgot I was drinking gin. It has a very delicate flavor, or at least combined

Bouquet

2009-06-05T15:02:00.000-06:00

1010 W Main StreetThebouquet.netThe first time we attempted martinis at the Bouquet was the Sunday after the judges stopped there. We were told they didn’t have two of the key ingredients for two of the martinis. I was told they might have them in in about five days. So we returned five days later and they were still out of one of the ingredients- dry ice. The bartender working that day

Angell's

2009-06-05T14:50:00.000-06:00

999 W Main StreetAngellsbarandgrill.comAfter two prior attempts at enjoying martinis at Angell’s, we were finally successful. The first time was a Sunday afternoon but their sign said they didn’t open until 5. The second time was a Sunday after 5; they were not open and their hours were no longer posted. Finally on a Thursday we were successful! We went directly to the bar for our martini

Red Feather

2009-05-21T14:02:00.003-06:00

246 N 8th Streetwww.justeatlocal.comNeeding a break from riding our bikes around in the heat, we decided to pop into Red Feather to sample their martini offerings. They actually are only serving one martini and have two cocktails. The line up:QuintesencePlymouth Gin, Vya Dry Vermouth, OliveTolerance JuiceAbsolut Vodka, Fresh Ginger, Fresh Lemon, Pineapple, Housemade Ginger AleDejabrewTequila,

Bonefish

2009-05-20T22:51:00.003-06:00

855 W Broad Streetwww.bonefishgrill.comWe were kind of surprised to see Bonefish on the list of locations as it is not a locally owned restaurant but we were ready to try it out none-the-less. We immediately requested a seat on the patio since it was a perfect day. Our server made us laugh from the very beginning with her quick wit. She let us have it at every opportunity. We loved her! But

Bardenay

2009-05-20T22:14:00.002-06:00

610 Grove Streetwww.bardenay.comStop 3 of Martini Mix-off 2009I’d like to provide full disclosure from the beginning here. I’m not a huge fan of Bardenay. There vodka sucks…tastes like tequila which would be fine if I was ordering tequila but not when I’m ordering vodka. Plus the place is noisy and doesn’t have great energy flow. Ok, there I said it all, now moving on to Martinis!This year

Pair

2009-05-19T12:07:00.001-06:00

601 Main Streethttp://eatdrinkshare.comStop 2 of Martini mix-off 2009My friends and I met for brunch, martinis, and bottomless mimosas on a fine Sunday morning. There is some nice seating outside but all the seats out of the sun were already taken so we opted for inside dining. The restaurant seemed short on staff initially when it took some time before seeing any staff but once they came out

Tablerock Brew Pub

2009-05-05T21:48:00.000-06:00

705 Fulton Streetwww.tablerockbrewpub.comStop 1 of the Martini Mix-Off 2009This year’s mix-off maintains the Classic and Original categories while throwing in a cocktail category. This worked well when 3 of us participated at Tablerock Brew Pub. We each ordered a different drink and were able to sample all. I ordered the Classic titled JudgSmails. It was made with British Dry Gin and Lillet.

Neurolux

2009-03-20T21:26:00.000-06:00

www.neurolux.com111 N 11th StreetTime: 1-8 DailySpecial: $1 drafts; $2 wellsRating: 4 martinisSmoking: YesOther mentions: Full Bar, seating outsideNeurolux has always been a great favorite of mine with its eclectic style and stiff, cheap drinks! This first day of spring was no different. It was a perfect day to sit outside on the patio and watch the cars go by.This day did not have outside

Happy Fish

2009-03-09T21:06:00.003-06:00

855 Broad Streetwww.happyfishsushi.comTime: 4-6 M-FSpecial: $5 select martinis and sakeRating: 4 martinisSmoking: NoOther mentions: Full sushi menu; lunch menu prices until 4:30 pmHappy Fish is a fun little sushi establishment located off the alley between 8th and 9th off Broad Street. It has offerings of sashimi, nigiri, rolls, tempura, and even some cooked yummies. There are about 10 tables

Falcon Tavern

2009-03-06T21:56:00.003-07:00

www.falcontavern.com780 W Idaho StreetTime: 4-6 DailySpecial: 2 for 1 pints and other rotating daily specialsRating: 4 martinisSmoking: NoOther mentions: Full menu. Beer and wine but no liquor. The Falcon Tavern is a great little pub in the heart of downtown Boise. It isn’t a large place but is efficient with what it has. There are about 10 seats at the bar and about 12 2-4 top tables for

Mai Thai

2009-02-16T22:18:00.000-07:00

750 W Main StreetTime: 5-6:30 M-F 9-10 M-THSpecial: daily bottled beer selection $2, 2 for 1 wells $5, mojitos $5Appetizer specialsRating: 4 martinisSmoking: noFood specials!99¢ APPETIZERSsatay (chicken, pork or tofu)spring roll or summer rollthai wing$1.59 APPETIZERSthree flavors popcorn chickenimperial vegetable potstickerthai taco$3.95 APPETIZERSasian chicken lettuce wrapsseafood packetslotus

Pair

2009-02-10T21:53:00.001-07:00

601 Main StreetEatdrinkshare.comTime: 3-6 M-FSpecial: $5 infused martinis and $3 select appetizersRating: 4 martinisSmoking: noPair is a swanky restaurant at the corner of 6th and Main Streets. The bar area provides great seating with swivel, jetson-like chairs and faux leather sofas. The other side of the establishment is more restaurant than bar but the line of transition is a bit blurred,

Café Ole

2009-01-20T20:02:00.001-07:00

www.cafeole.com8th Street Marketplace*some call this BODO but technically BODO is the new construction and this is not. The buildings even have signage at the doors stating “8th Street Marketplace”.Time: 4:30-6 M-FSpecial: 2 for 1 drinks (any drink!)Rating: 4 MartinisSmoking: NoOther mentions: Free chips and salsa and a $3 all you can eat taco bar (only in the bar). Each day offers up different

Leku Ona

2009-01-19T22:29:00.002-07:00

117 S. 6th StreetBoise, ID 83702Time: 4-5:30Special: ½ off Stella and Budweiser draughts, $1.75 wells, ½ off wine M-SatRating: 3 martinisSmoking: only in the bar which is separate from the restaurantOther mentions: Full menu availableLocated on the Basque block, this restaurant couldn’t have a better location. The place is rather large with its corner location and entrances from Grove Street

Highlands Hollow

2009-01-17T20:19:00.002-07:00

www.highlandshollow.com2455 Harrison Hollow LaneTime: 3-7 S-SSpecial: $2.75 draughts Rating: 3 martinisSmoking: NoOther mentions: happy hour is 7 days a week! A full menu with a large vegetarian section. Seasonal patio seating.This place has been around as long as I’ve been in town, but back then it was Harrison Hollow. It has undergone a name change but I haven’t noticed any other distinct

The Modern Hotel and Bar

2009-01-12T23:46:00.000-07:00

http://www.themodernhotel.com/1314 W Grove StreetTime: 5-7 pmSpecial: $3.50 wells, $5 wines, and $3 beersRating: 4 MartinisSmoking: NoOther mentions: No food is servedLocated in the revamped Linen District, The Modern Hotel is a renovated Travel Lodge with amazing updates. It has gone from dive hotel to swanky destination. This was my first trip to The Modern Bar, a small bar located off the

Murphy's

2008-12-30T18:28:00.007-07:00

Time: 4-6 Monday – SaturdaySpecial: 2 for 1 Beer, wells, and appetizersRating: 3 martinisWhile the outside of Murphy’s remains relatively unchanged, the inside has undergone big changes from the days I used to frequent it in the mid-90s. The bar has been expanded greatly with several tables, a designated bar area separate from the restaurant, and many TVs for game viewing. The restaurant also

The Piper Pub

2008-12-23T16:56:00.003-07:00

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