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    Form & Function

    4.2 (160 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

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    FORM & FUNCTION ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Dani S.

    Came to Form and Function this morning for a meeting. This was my first visit to this coffee joint. Walking in, I noticed how clean and pretty it looked! I love the brightness and simplicity of the coffee shop. It has two levels with seating upstairs. There were pretty flowers on some of the tables in coffee cups. I thought that that was such a fun to display flowers. I ordered an iced mocha today. They also offer breakfast and pastries. The pastries looked delicious! I only stuck with the coffee. I do look forward to coming back and trying some of their baked goods. My coffee was good. I probably should have asked for a little more chocolate. It could have been a little sweeter so I added a couple packets of sugar. But overall it was a great cup of coffee. I had a really good meeting at this venue today. It was nice to see all the locals out and about this Saturday morning! I look forward to coming back and having another cup of coffee.

    Mai L.

    Staff was super friendly. I was greeted when I walked in, didn't feel rushed, the food/coffee came out quickly. I ordered the pistachio mocha with their homemade cashew milk. Super rich. I also got the egg & toast. It was a buttered piece of sourdough bread with a soft boiled egg on top. That's all I need - simple and good - lots of fresh cracked pepper on it. I thought this place was super cute!

    One of the best coffee spots in Boise. The drinks are always smooth and high quality, the space is clean and modern, and the staff is super friendly. Perfect place to relax or get some work done. The staff here really make this place stand out--super friendly, welcoming, and clearly passionate about what they do. They take the time to get your order right and make you feel like a regular. Great coffee and even better service.

    Coffee flight: house drip, piccolo (small latte), espresso
    Jana H.

    When a coffee shop has a coffee flight, that is usually a good sign. Form & Function did not disappoint! Very good coffee if you are just wanting good espresso and a great spot to rest and hang for awhile with a super nice upstairs loft area. I'm assuming their other drinks are good as well! The flight came with espresso, piccolo (small latte), and house drip. The espresso was pulled really well and had great flavor. We also ordered a breakfast burrito, which was really tasty (just a little too much tortilla in some places). Would absolutely go again and absolutely recommend.

    All-day breakfast burrito

    Coffee tasted great and would recommend, however I would not suggest some hot foods. The burrito I got was deceiving compared to their photos. They microwave a pre-made burrito as well as their bacon.

    Avacado toast with coffee
    Neha G.

    I really liked the small size of coffee which is apt for the price (no point of paying 3 more bucks and wasting that half cup of coffee). I got a cappuccino and avacado toast. Avacado toast- sourdough bread was good but only part was it was TOO much salted. On the website they say they use black Hawaiian Lava salt, which is great but too much can't be handled. Assuming their toast have good reviews maybe it was one time only. Reducing one star for taste but overall good place. Wi-Fi availability and cool vibes.

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    Shara

    Great service. Delicious coffee & treats. Sat upstairs with my besties. 5 star experience!

    Scott S.

    tldr; Decent coffee. This shop is down the street from my place in Boise. It has a small coffee shop vibe, and serves passable cappuccinos and other espresso drinks. The pastries are hit or miss, and are sometimes on the verge of stale. As a regular pastry lover - the inconsistency is a bit too much for my preferences. Although the pastries are likely delivered daily - there may be a problem with their storage or transportation that is contributing to gaps in freshness. Pastries are served on wood boards that are not large enough to hold the pastry. In general - the service feels distant and unwelcoming. Staff on busy and slow days appear uninterested in customer engagement, or timeliness of orders. Drinks are left on the counter and announced by the drink name only (e.g., "Cappuccino!"). This leads to confusion during busy times - when multiple customers are waiting for the same drink - staff appears uninterested in resolving the confusion. On one occasion - while waiting to order - I observed staff use the same shaker to prepare a regular milk and oat milk drink without rinsing the shaker. The staff may require additional food safety training. Overall - not a bad place for a cup of coffee, but worth passing if you're in search of a warmer atmosphere or quality pastries.

    Avocado toast and reverie coffee (special )

    My coffee was great! The avocado toast was honestly terrible, way too salty. I ended up just taking everything off to eat the toast. I've never had an avocado toast I didn't like until now. Definitely disappointed as it was 2.5$ to add an egg.

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    Ophelia M.

    What a delightful coffee shop! Stopped by Form & Function for the first time recently and I'm so glad I did! Form & Function offers a crisp, clean space with delicious coffee and delectable bites to boot. For my first visit, I ordered one of their seasonal lattes, which, with the season being Autumn, was a spice filled delight. The espresso is rich and smooth and they offer milk alternatives, so I was happy to have my latte made with almond milk. For a bite, I ordered their avocado toast which ranks as one of the best avocado toasts I've had anywhere--sliced fresh avocado, a beautiful sprinkling of black Hawaiian salt and seed blend, and a squeeze of lemon all over a slice of acme sourdough--seriously, does it get much better? It does. Because, they also offer the option of getting a soft boiled egg added to the mix. Yes, please and thank you. It was truly wonderful. The service was top notch, the prices are reasonable. They're a small shop but do have seating and while it does get busy, my dining companion and I were able to snag a table to leisure over our coffee. If you can get a table, it would be a decent enough spot to work from. Get to it!

    Shawn K.

    Great little cozy cafe! The breakfast menu has some good variety and tastes super fresh. The staff are helpful & friendly. The coffee & cider were a perfect way to get our day started. Definitely recommend!

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    5 years ago

    Friendly staff, clean sitting area, good selection of breakfast food for a small coffee shop.

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    By far my favorite coffee spot in Boise!!!!!! Their seasonal flavors are always divine!

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    Great coffee and breakfast sandwich was very delicious. Awesome neighborhood coffee spot atmosphere close to the river.

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    Solid coffee shop in downtown Boise. Plenty of space to hang out or work. Gluten-free and vegan options. My avocado toast was excellent.

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    9 years ago

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    8 years ago

    The espresso was amazing but the seating was just all people studying. A little too cold to sit outside. Nice space!

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    8 years ago

    Very good coffee. Very tasty. Def recommend. Nice place. Its nice. 5 stars! Some of the best joe in town!

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    The coffee here is amazing and the building is beautiful. It's very spacious and inviting!

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    Staff were incredibly nice. I enjoyed the best chai tea latte of my life and the avocado toast was great.

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    9 years ago

    The best coffee shop in Boise, maybe the world. Ambiance, coffee, food, service, people - all 5 stars.

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    Do they have a decent amount of power outlets?

    Yes! There are outlets along the bench seating upstairs as well as all along the North wall downstairs.

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