The Speak Easy Vibe of this place is great! Love the low…read morelighting and chill energy. The drinks were fantastic. The Bar Tender was personable and Kind and a wonderful mixologist. Definitely recommend stopping in.

We have been here a few times now and every experience has been great! The bartenders are very…read moreentertaining and always have a good attitude. The cocktail are also delicious. I even tried a bourbon cocktail (usually I'm a vodka or gin drinker) and it was so tasty! They have a bourbon vault with a good selection of high end bottles that you can order a pour of. I have not seen it, but there is an event space on the 2nd floor that you can rent out as well. We will definitely be back!

Thick as Thieves has long been one of my favorite speakeasies in Boise. I've been many times, but…read morethis is my first time leaving a review. The staff is always attentive and impressively knowledgeable about the drinks. This visit, I tried something different--a whiskey sour served over shaved ice. I loved how perfectly chilled it was; the ice kept the drink from becoming overly sweet as it melted. I typically go for more booze-forward cocktails, so this was a fun change for me. My partner ordered a Toki highball, which was a perfect fit for his keto diet--highly carbonated soda water, Toki Japanese whiskey, and lemon. Clean, simple, and refreshing. If you're in the mood for a dark, super romantic experience, the space delivers moody ambiance in spades. Be sure to make a reservation!

Very cool speakeasy bar. The ambiance and everything about it was very cool. The drinks were fun…read moreand the staff was friendly. First time here and I will definitely be back again!

Suite 104 is a cute little bar. Great outdoor space, such fun indoor decor and an amazing wooden…read morebar top. Take my word for it, it is a smaller bar, more of a relaxed vibe but also great for events, I know they have hosted wedding receptions before. Their cocktail menu is fun fresh and feels innovative. Of course they serve the classics but I highly recommend taking a look at their menu for fun. Super great and friendly staff bartenders are happy to make recommendations or just have a great conversation. If you're looking for a cozy little date night spot or a fun bar to take your coworkers from the office for a happy hour check out suite 104. Definitely not a late night rager but perfect for a more intimate and formal setting to your night.

Solid speakeasy with a giant atrium space that was filled with Christmas decorations & very…read morecomfortable to enjoy our drinks! The bartender was very friendly & knowledgeable about other spots to check out during our first trip out here.

Was recommended to come here by the fine folks at the mode lounge. Super friendly, very attentive…read more I even asked for a beer to go with the cocktail I had and it worked well. Everyone sitting at the bar was friendly too. Places like this help my move to the treasure Valley and go swimmingly. I'd highly recommend this place to anyone under any circumstance in downtown Boise

Amazing Wednesday night ! Live local musicians. Open mic . Talented and raw and unfiltered! Singing…read morefrom the soul ! The saloon is small but great drinks !

I first came here in June of last year (2025), Before I moved to the treasure Valley area. Within…read morethe first hour of being here, I felt the most welcome. Like this bar changed my whole perspective on the whole state of Idaho being a California transplant, which doesn't hold that much weight with other people in Idaho, but I don't care. I will always come here anytime I come downtown and I will always overtip because the likes of Ruby and Darien never disappoint, including the regulars, whom are also always nice. For every overrated cactus bar with the worst service, there is the mode lounge which sets the standard for everything in Boise.

We spotted The Mode Lounge while out exploring downtown Boise…read more We popped in for a cocktail before heading to dinner. We hoped to grab a patio seat but the patio was packed so we went inside. The inside is dark and decorations are interesting. There is a variety of seating such as high tops, comfortable conversation chairs & tables as well as a booth. It has window seating available as well. We were actually the only people inside the lounge except one person at the bar. I soon realized why everyone was sitting outside after we took a seat and ordered cocktails. The music was so loud we could barely hold a conversation. Regardless, our server Nick was great. He was very attentive and constantly checked in with us for drinks. We ordered a Party Girl Mule, the Chili Gringo Mule and a dirty martini. All were delicious. I prefer my martinis colder and a glass filled to the rim. I felt the martini was lacking volume for the price of the martini. The Mode Lounge patio is located right on the walkway so it looked like a great spot for people watching. We didn't hang out too long as we had a difficult time talking with the loud music but we did like the drinks and our server, Nick. We will stop by again but look for outside seating.

The entrance into the speakeasy was so creative! We absolutely loved the ambiance of the Gatsby,…read moresuch a great way to spend time with close friends. The hostess was friendly and kind. The cocktail server was personable and knowledgeable about the cocktails they were serving. We will definitely return.

A speak easy in Boise! I was intrigued! The whole experience was so fun to share with a group of…read morefriends! We stood in the alley and knocked on the door. A small window in the door opened and we had to provide a password to gain entry. (Initially our large group had to reserve 3 time slots and we would be seated separately.) I was in the first group. We were let into a small area with floor to ceiling bookcases. Of course there was a book that once pulled, opened a secret door to the bar within. The ambiance was dim lighting and groups of comfortable seating areas. The waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable about the drinks on the menu. I started with a mocktail that could be made vegan by omitting the egg white. Beautifully presented with a flower design. It was sweet and it was tart. The second drink I got was a cocktail that was smooth with a perfect amount of sweet. My friends got cocktails in their unique glasses. When our next group came through, they were led into a room. After a while, one friend came out to say hello to us. The waiter noticed that we knew each other and told my group to follow him. The room was dimly lit and was furnished with comfortable armchairs and couches. Our third group was able to join us in the room and we were able to mingle seated or standing. The different drinks that were ordered were so cool. A smoky bubble was set on top of a cone shaped glass that resembled an ice cream cone. I had a couple of friends that ordered gin drinks and they were served in a bathtub complete with rubber ducky! This was such a fun and special way to celebrate a friend's birthday! The service was superb!

As soon as you enter this bar, you're welcomed by great beats, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and a…read moresense of inclusivity. The old-fashioned cocktail I ordered was delicious, while my wife enjoyed the dangerously good Lady Bountiful. Our servers took great care of us, providing plenty of water and ensuring we had everything we needed. The atmosphere of the place makes you feel welcomed and inspired to engage in conversations.

Loved the vibes and cocktails at this super cute bar. Friendly staff and definitely somewhere I…read morewould come back to when I'm in the area. Highly recommend.

Quirky little cocktails space…read more Loved the service from Sydney High flying space. Tiny and mighty.

Great dinner, great brunch! Good service in a semi formal setting. Phenomenal wine list as well.read more

My husband and I really wanted to like this place! The setting is wonderful and the ambience is…read morereally nice. We had breakfast there this morning and it was just OK. We both got the traditional eggs Benedict... and I ate maybe 15% of my breakfast and just stopped. My husband ate all of his... but mostly because he was just hungry... Much like our Labrador who will eat absolutely anything! Haha. But he said it was only OK. He rated it a 5/10. What he disliked the most was the potatoes. They were fairly hard/tough and tasted like they were fried in old oil and sitting under heat lamps for two hours before we got them. They were very dehydrated as well. For me... The hollandaise sauce was fresh, but had no flavor. It needed more lemon or salt or something. The ham was odd... I'm a little too salty. It seemed like Hillshire Farms sliced ham. Not something you would expect at a nice restaurant in your eggs Benedict. Also, I ordered an Arnold Palmer... And it was so sour that I had to send it back. I poured like a heaping teaspoon of sugar into it, and it didn't even make a difference.... It was that sour. It actually started to make my stomach hurt a little. So I sent it back. And the waitress was very nice, and didn't charge me for it. The service was good... But they cram everyone in there on one side of the restaurant... at least outside. I have no idea why... They have all this space in front of their restaurant and yet they try and cram everybody right next to each other. It was very annoying, and made me just wanna leave. They have many tables on the other side like 10 feet away... But they insisted on cramming everybody into the same small area. And you could tell nobody wanted to be that close to one another. I'm not sure if they do this to make it easier for their servers... Or to make the restaurant look busy. Either way, it's a practice that they really should stop. My advice to the restaurant... Utilize your space outside in front, stop cramming people so close together. When you have to get up and move your chair so someone can get to their table... it's ridiculous! On a positive note... Their coffee was actually really good! Some of the best that we've had in a restaurant in many many years. And I know, I mentioned it above, but I should mention it again... The weight staff was wonderful. From the girl who greeted us at the front podium, to our waitress, and the waitressing training. Everyone was wonderful. So, to end this review... I can only comment on the breakfast. We didn't have anything else there, and maybe it will be good... But I'm not sure if I'm willing to give this place another try. Good luck!

We did a work happy hour at 8 Horses Lounge last Friday night and it was a great time! The…read moreatmosphere was amazing. While we didn't get to enjoy the vault room, the cozy couch we had was perfect for our group. Service was great in the beginning of the visit and then it fell off as the bar got busier. Not sure if it was the amount of people and staff or if it's a larger issue. That being said, our server was very friendly and thoughtful. I know he had lots of groups to take care of. Our drinks were very well made. We came in to take part in Happy Hour. The Buy one Get One menu was a bit limited, but we were able to find something to our liking. Overall it was a great location for our group and I'd definitely go back.

A Step Down That's a Definite Step Up!…read more Descending into the basement-level space of 8 Horses Cocktail Lounge feels a bit like stepping into a secret (Vault) -- and what you find is an elevated cocktail experience that's anything but underground. Intimate, stylish, and thoughtfully designed, 8 Horses delivers on every front. The atmosphere is warm and moody, with just the right touch of sophistication. The cocktail menu is a standout -- creative, balanced, and clearly curated by people who know their craft. Each drink feels like a conversation between ingredients, not just a mix. The service is sharp yet approachable, with bartenders who are as passionate as they are skilled. Whether you're a cocktail aficionado or just out for a special evening, 8 Horses is a destination worth seeking out. Boise has no shortage of great spots -- but 8 Horses proves that sometimes, the best way to level up your night is by taking the stairs down.