Didn't realize Boise has such strong Basque background where there's a block and a museum about the Basque-American history. And on this block, there is the Bar Gernika! Love the food, the cozy vibe and friendly service! The tortilla is light, but filling and delicious. The garlic soup is the divine liquid format of garlic bread. The lamb stew is hearty. I am surprised my little picky eater kept dipping the bread into the soup and the stew. Idaho potatoes fries and coquettes def taste better in Idaho, or they just made really good fries and coquettes! If you are in Boise, this place is a must! read more

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Amazing staff the best damn spicy lamb grinder sandwich I have had ever Must come back read more

Bar Gernika - Switchel! - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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One of my favorites. The croquetas are addictive! Awesome Basque chorizo and lamb dishes. Fun atmosphere with great service.

I arrived early to secure a seat at the bar, where the service and atmosphere were exceptional. My close friend and I began with an appetizer of peppers, which were notably garlicky and flavorful. I ordered the chicken grinder, while my friend chose the Philly cheese steak, both served on a soft baguette. The chicken was cooked to perfection, complemented by the onions/peppers, and the fries were golden and hot. Arriving early is advisable, as the environment is intimate and peaceful. I really wanted to try the sauteed mushrooms so if anyone does- please let me know. read more

What a super fun, cute, local pub. My friend and I came in early around 5 PM and were able to catch the last 2 topper by the door. We were later moved in closer inside so it wasn't so cold. We enjoyed the friendly service, cool bar atmosphere. Everything we got was delicious and unique, especially the Basque cider (with it was on draft), peppers, quiche and the croquettes. I will come back to this historical pub as it's unique and great! read more

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Absolutely delicious food and a location that's historic -- Bar Gernika is within the Basque block of Boise, Idaho. read more

Bar Gernika - Neon sign - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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My first time eating Basque food was memorable thanks to Bar Gernika! The chorizo was perfectly flavorful and the onions and peppers complimented it. The croquettas were knockout. The show stopper, in my opinion, is the sweet and spicy sauce that comes on the table. Like Frank's Red Hot says, I put that s*** on everything! Very attentive servers, fun indoor pub-like atmosphere, but limited seating so get there early. read more

Bar Gernika - Chorizo Sandwich - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

My family and I were traveling through Boise and stopped her for lunch's the outside was very quaintZ we were met by a friendly and polite staff. They helped us pick beers that suited my wife and my different tastes. I ordered the spicy lamb grinder with the croquettes. It was delicious and filling. My wife ordered the lamb stew and fries also awesome. Our kids split the grilled with the roasted red peppers soup and it was devoured! The ambiance matched the outside decor. If you're looking for a place to relax, chill and eat great food do yourself a service and stop by this place. No regrets read more

First and foremost: the bartender and server were very friendly. That said, I was underwhelmed. Had I read for detail I would have not ordered the Chorizo as it's a link. It was good mind you, but tasted no different than a good sausage roll at a street fair. The Croquetas were meh, and are much better down the street. Most of the cocktails were canned, although one of the recommended ciders from Spain was very refreshing. In the end, not much of a Basque experience, but not a bad one either. Parking was a bit of a challenge on a Wednesday evening. read more

Bar Gernika - I'm a fan - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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Lamb gyro was to die for, literally croquettes were bomb .com the beer i had to was extremely refreshing super fun good experience

Great food and service. And, amazing atmosphere, took thousands of miles away to Spain. My buddies and I split the Lamb Grinder and Chorizo, both were so tasty. Great selection of beers on tap. read more

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Best Fries in the city. Ate them all before I could get a pic! I'm an in n out fan But somehow these taste fresher. Good work BG read more

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Another great time at Bar Gernika! This time we tried the Tortilla de Patatas which were really good and the broccoli cheddar soup hit the spot! A great local restaurant! read more

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Food was good and reasonable are priced. The outside tables give a good view of the street-life. They really should replace the bottom-barrel cutlery which makes eating an unpleasant experience. At least sharpen the knifes as they are even unable to cut a sausage. read more

A great old bar/pub with tasty food. If you are seeking big leather booths and fancy menus in a leather binder, this is not the place for you. If,however, you want a cool little pub in the Basque district, slide right in The croquettes were a great start followed by a tasty lamb grinder and a cheeseburger. The bread is amazing and the meat super tasty. The salad and fries were also good. We didn't care for the salad dressing as it was a bit sweet Waiter was helpful and attentive. The place is casual and delicious. This one gets high marks from me read more

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The food here is no frill, good bar food. I ordered the Lamb Grinder which is pretty much a French Dip with cheese and lamb. The lamb was tough, but the dish was well seasoned. The toughness and dryness could have been reduced if the meat was chopped a bit. The croquettes were really good. I loved how the acidic sauce balanced the heaviness of the croquettes. It was soft and creamy in the middle. The Lamb Stew was extremely rich and had depth in it. The flavors were on point, but the Lamb was dry. Perhaps use a fattier cut of lamb. Service here is beyond fantastic and the staff was very friendly! read more

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An afternoon snack of 10-deep fried croquetas (butter, onion, chicken, flour and milk) served with sweet & sour Louisiana Tiger sauce. You can use Tabasco for spcie. The texture was excellent... crispy, yet easy to cut with the side of a fork. Big croquetas fan! I also got an Isastegi cider, which is a very dry Basque cider that didn't have much flavor. Don't recommend this cider. Wasn't impressed with the service at all. Sat outside on a beautiful day and there were 1-2 other tables filled. The server dropped off the menu and came back a full 10-minutes later. Perhaps it was super busy inside. She delivered the food and drink, but never appeared again. I waited and waited, but eventually asked another server for my bill, which he brought. Wish I were hungrier because they have a ton of other seemingly good/original things on the menu. read more

Bar Gernika - Croquetas and cider - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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My first time visiting the Basque Block and we stopped in here. It was less crowded than some of the other Basque places with a smaller space, less food options, and more of a low-key bar vibe. We grabbed a drink each and split a Basque sausage sandwich with a side of croquettes. The sandwich was a bit simple (just bread and protein) but the sausage paired well with the Grey Poupon. The croquettes were round which I wasn't expecting, but nice and crunchy outside and creamy inside. The waiter was kind enough to split our snack into two plates. They had quite a variety of Basque style ciders, or sidras, that I would be willing to try if we come back. read more

Highly recommend Bar Gernika in the Basque Block of Boise. Very good Lamb Grinder with au jus sauce sauce as well as delicious tiny croquetas. The beer menu was a very pleasant surprise as well as the had many imported beers on tap. Also appreciated the convenience of it being located adjacent to Boise Centre. Highly recommend if looking for a place with culture and convenience near downtown and walking distance to everything worth seeing in the immediate area. read more

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Had a very pleasant, casual dinner. Logan was attentive without being pushy. The food and tasty beverages hit the spot. We will definitely be back. read more

My 1300th review of 2022 and it lands on this fantastic meal in Boise. I had learned earlier that Idaho has a huge population of Basque immigrants who came here in the 1800s to work in the mines. Many of them settled as sheepfarmers, bringing their experience from Spain to the Idaho Territory. And with it, their culture and food. So this neighborhood in Boise is chock full of Basque restaurants and even a Basque cultural center. I love Iberia and Basque food, having been to Madrid twice and also Bilbao https://www.yelp.com/user_details_reviews_self?userid=hWDybu_KvYLSdEFzGrniTw&review_filter=location&location_filter_city=Bilbao&location_filter_state=BI, Palma and Barcelona as well as Porto and Lisbon. It's my favorite region in Europe and so I was excited to get a taste of their great food here in, of all places, Idaho. I was warmly greeted and shown to a table and presented a menu. I opted to just have a dinner of appetizers this evening and it all arrived together. Perfect. Blistered shishito peppers (spicy but not hot) dusted in salt, tiny croquettes and a plate of three different Spanish cheeses with a bowl of olives and a fresh bread. Oh, my. It was absolutely perfect and definitely took me back to my last trip to Spain. Great food. Service was also fabulous and the atmosphere in this small place was cute and eclectic and quite warm. If you're looking for an impressive date night, this is it. And yes, it's a Diners, Drive-In and Dives feature https://www.dinersdriveinsdiveslocations.com/bar-gernika-idaho.html with a picture of Guy Fieri on the wall. [Review 17779 overall - 53 in Idaho - 1300 of 2022.] read more

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16 ounce kalimoxto and some great conversation can make any day better, especially if it's in a bar with an old school atmosphere like this one. In a family trip to Boise we desperately wanted to visit the Basque block for a dine around to experience some of this historic culture. It's as alive now as it was back then, woven into the tapestry of this modern city in a way that everyone knows of it, knows those establishments preserving it and knows of the special experiences you can only have with those people who are keeping it alive and thriving for all of us to appreciate, celebrate, and perpetuate. Bar Guernika is one such place with staff who are true stewards of the Basque community. I rolled in as a solo diner, unsure of what awaited me, but a friendly smile immediately welcomed me and made me feel right at home. The best way to experience culture is through food, and at Bar Guernika, you will feel transported back in time to simpler days when all one needed was a glass of wine or beer and some hearty eats to make any day better. As such, there's a small menu of wine and beer here, no full bar, and a small selection of great simple eats as well. Don't let that deter you. You're not here for a gourmet experience. You're here to experience Basque hospitality, which starts with wine, and since that goes with everything, you can eat whatever you want from the menu. The croquettes are special but the lamb grinder is the way to go! Eating and drinking as they would have, in a place they would have gathered brings this culture to life, and it is absolutely something you need to experience for yourself. Highly recommend this place to escape the norm! read more

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Had the lamb grinder with croquettes. Tasty but service was slow. Has a nice patio to sit but the flies were a PITA. The beer selection was great and nice selection of bottles and tap. read more

I saw Bar Gernika on an old Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives (DDD) episode and so I had to try it out when I visited Boise. It didn't disappoint. The staff is super friendly and the food was delicious. Get the lamb grinder and make it spicy! The chorizo on a baguette was good too, and the garlic soup is worth trying. read more

A pretty cool place in Boise. Brought some food for my trek back to California. It was good, tasty and well enjoyed. read more

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This has been one of my favorite places to eat since I was little and that remains the same today. Croquetas are dream fuel and their lamb grinder is delicious. The waitstaff is always great and we love to sit on the sidewalk during the summer to people watch. Perfect spot for lunch or dinner. The Croquetas are a MUST read more

Bar Gernika - Lamb Grinder Croquetas - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

I'm very glad I trusted Reddit when searching for food options in Boise. I've never had basque food before so I definitely didn't know what to expect. My colleagues and I all agreed this was the best meal we had on our trip. I would give Bar Genika 5 stars but had to remove a star for the insanely long wait time on food and service. Clearly, they were extremely understaffed. We waited longer than usual for a table because they couldn't bus the tables and close out guests in time. We sat at a dirty table outside for over 15 min with 2 servers walking past us before they finally cleared the table. Don't get me started on the wait on our food. If you're ordering an appetizer, basically just order enough that you'll feel somewhat full cus our entrees took even longer to come out. Nonetheless, the wait was worth it. I would give this place another chance due to our server who was clearly trying to remediate the understaffing fiasco. Ok, food. Appetizers: Croquetas and shishito peppers. Those Croquetas, just wow. They can visit my dreams anytime. The shishitos were good too. Entrees are basically your choice of lamb stew or a grinder which is lamb or chicken. I ordered a grilled chicken one but got a lamb. Not regretful, the lamb was not gamey whatsoever and had lots of flavor since I requested the spicy option. Grinders are basically your protein on a fancy baguette with an au jus on the side. Salad dressing had a garlic vinaigrette which was also delectable. Yummy, elevated basque pub food. Whatever you order here, will most likely be delicious. read more

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It is a casual beer pub named after the city in Autonomous Biscaya known as Guernica. Guernica is historically the seat of the parliament, whose executive branch is located in nearby Bilbao. It is best known both as the scene of the April 26, 1937 bombing of Guernica, one of the first aerial bombings (by Nazi Germany's Luftwaffe), and as the inspiration for Pablo Picasso's painting Guernica, depicting the effects of that outrage. Stopped in for a Pilsner and a solomo sandwich (Basque-style pork loin with pimentos on crusty bread) with cheese croquetas. Left knowing everything was, once again, right in the world. read more

Bar Gernika - Solomo Sandwich with croquetas - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

Unfortunately, we had a very bad experience here today. We had a large group of 11 people which understandably can be a bit overwhelming at times and we try to take that into account when finding a restaurant. We were very excited to try this restaurant as we have heard good things and spend a lot of time at the other basque restaurants. When we first walked in we were relieved to see that the restaurant was almost empty! It went down hill from there though. We were immediately treated poorly. The server was outwardly rude and obviously annoyed that we were there. We sensed this and tried to offer to help move tables together to try and take some of the burden off and we were met with harsh words. We were honestly taken back, since most of us have worked in The service industry we try to be good customers. It was so bad that we decided to walk out. The cook followed us out and apologized but the outright rudeness from the servers made us feel completely unwelcome. Luckily the restaurant across the street was happy to serve us and we had a wonderful meal. read more

This place has a great wine selection, and a healthy rotating tap. with awesome IPA's to choose from... The service and atmosphere is outstanding...should you choose, there is always intellectual conversation with the bartenders and staff. Super cool laid-back people. And by far THE HIGHLIGHT ON THE MENU....the Croquetas...made with butter, flour, chicken, onion & battered up to fry... the best Croquetas, I've ever had in my life! Like a piece of heaven, these things will melt in your mouth. They are simple and delicious. But down-right naughty....Cuz your gonna crave them in your sleep! I actually come once a week, and with their fair low prices...you will wanna come too! This place is no joke...you are welcome! read more

Bar Gernika - Croquetas with Tiger sauce - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

Solid spot in downtown Boise. Good tap list, solid food selections, and smiling staff. read more

Found this place bc of Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive Ins and Dives. We got the crowuetas and lamb grinder, and their garbanzo potato soup. Everything was great! Not a big place but definitely a gem in the heart of downtown Boise read more

Bar Gernika - a plate of tater tots and a glass of wine - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

I always make a stop here for the croquetas. Don't ask, just go order them. The peppers are great too along with great beer options. The guys at the bar had me cracking up And we learned the basque word for bar hopping- chiquiteo read more

I've dined at Bar Gernika a couple of times now, and without exception everything I've eaten here has been wonderful! Tip: They've got quite a number of unique and tasty beers available on draft - I recommend you try one.  Their wine selection is quite good as well :-) So far, my go-to favorite are the croquettas - try an order and I suspect you'll be as pleased as I was. Over and above the food and the beer, the atmosphere is fun, and their staff is friendly and hard-working - what's not to like? read more

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Easily one of the best restaurants in Boise. Choose this over one of the many trendy restaurants. This place actually values and delivers on quality. read more

The croquetas were just flavorless balls of melted cheese. Big disappointment. The fried and salted shishito peppers were excellent.

Wonderful little Basque style cafe/pub. Autentico and charming. Service was fine!Classic basque offerings integrate with local beers and favorites. Food was outstanding, calm casual vibe! eskerrik asko! read more

Bar Gernika - Tuna melt with fries - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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Overnight at the Grove across the street when I'm in town for work and just found out about this small Basque serving pub across the street. I only had the chance of trying their croquetas and a really delicious high ABV stout that made me eat all my to go croquetas right at the bar. The bartender was nice and cook was great too. I enjoyed the vibe of the place. read more

Bar Gernika - Basque food. Good vibe! - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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Great food and service! Small place so tough getting table. . Plan ahead and be patient.

Bar GerNEEKah! Our waiter where we were sitting outside was nice, friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. Absolutely great fries. Interesting beers. Loved the cork/pour spout that poured the dry hard cider sideways. The Chorizo Supreme was SO satisfying! read more

Bar Gernika - Chorizo Supreme. Yum! - Spanish Near Me - Boise, Idaho