The Location: It is located in Downtown Boise, near the intersection of W Idaho St and S 11th St. Parking looks relatively easy to find. The People: Staff and bartenders are good. The Drinks: - Rum and Coke: A solid strong drink. - Water: It is free, self-serve, stay hydrated. The Venue: - I came on a Wednesday to see a live music show. New upcoming Alternative band, Gypsy Temple, was playing. The show was absolutely amazing! Way better than I expected. The band was amazing, and I think the venue set up the event pretty well. - There are two areas, the main area with the bar and a bunch of seating, and a smaller more private area with a pool table for only $1 a game (ask for quarters if you don't have them). Upshot: Neurolux is a solid spot to hang out on a Wednesday. I would most definitely have to check it out on other days too. read more

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Nope! Waste of time even for concerts. ""Doors open at 7" it's 8 and the opening band still hasn't opened yet. Seriously I want a refund for wasting my time. Opening time for bands is just a suggestion. If you're one of the people moving from California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada , DO NOT waste your time. This place is trash. The shitty part is that I can't get a refund for the band I wanted to see. read more

After a long, wonderful, girls night we needed a recovery bloody Wednesday morning! Ben went above and beyond to service us. He was so patient and the drinks were amazing! Highly recommended even the sober one in the group had a great time! P.S. Chelsea was by far his favorite. read more

My friend bought two tickets and couldn't make it to town. I purchased them from him and had pictures of his ID card and card used to purchase them to enter the show. Thomas at the door wouldn't let my friend and I in. Said physical cards are required for entry. I understand that but after my friend messaged Neurolux on Instagram and they said it wouldn't be an issue and talk to Allen if there's issues.... this is a bit confusing as it's conflicting information.... Wouldn't recommend this business. read more

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The girl working outside taking tickets with the short hair tonight had the nastiest attitude for no reason. My little brothers asked her a simple question and were extremely kind to her. instead of giving a professional response to help, she was extremely rude and ignorant. Disgusting behavior from an employee. read more

Terrible experience. the staff treats you like garbage unless you are gay or transgender. got cut off after 2 beers because the big bartender woman was upset. Have lived in Boise for 25 years and have never been to an establishment that treated me worse. very unwelcoming enviroment and would absolutely not recommend. Only put one star because I had to. this deserves zero stars. read more

Bald door guy sucks. Place isn't as cool as you'd want to think. Get a new door guy and play better music

This inconspicuous little joint is probably my favorite show venue in Boise. I've come here on numerous occasions with friends to catch a show and it has always been a good time. There is a little patio outside where folks can step out and have a smoke (not my jam, but hey, it's available for those who need it). Upon walking in, there is a room to the right with plenty of seating, to the left is a bar, and at the back of the venue are a few booths, standing tables, dance floor and a stage. The cover price varies depending on the show. I've come here and paid as low as $10, and as high as $35. Drinks are comparable to other bars in the area, and the vibe is fun and quirky. The bar scene isn't really my thing, so I wouldn't come here just for the heck of it unless there was a show I wanted to see--in which case, this place is my favorite spot in Boise for that sort of thing! read more

Outstanding venue, I love seeing shows here; the sound is great, drinks are good, audience is chill. read more

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I stumbled into Neurolux after driving up through Southern Idaho from Salt Lake City. It provides a decent performance space and well-stocked bar, replete with Olympia and Pabst. I had an ouzo on the rocks, as you do when spending time in Boise. The service was remarkably efficient and respectful. In fact, the bartender had the appearance and demeanor of a young Anthony Hopkins. I sat in silence for several hours, watching the locals play sudoku on the bar and drink themselves to oblivion--cigars and cigarettes belching blue clouds of smoke into the air. I suppose my decision to play The Smiths' "This Night has Opened My Eyes" wasn't in keeping with the general timbre of the establishment, but Roxy Music went down well. I suppose I'd return to Neurolux if I ever find myself back in Boise...but I waver. read more

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Was doing the pedal bar around the downtown and visiting several bars. Every location loved having 9 people come in and order shots. Apparently the bartender here did not. He made a point of saying that the arrival of 9 people at once was "a pain in the ass" and kicked us all out. read more

I spent one gloriously dreary Sunday at Neurolux drinking with a neuroscientist and a cowboy while recovering from the Race to Robie Creek. The booze is cheap and plentiful, the jukebox is loaded with a great eclectic collection of tunes, and the staff is very friendly. Neurolux is my favorite dive bar of all time. read more

What a great music venue...Now I unfortunately did not get to go to a show here but I stopped by mid afternoon and was happy to see folks outside smoking so I wanted to check the place out and have a beer! The space is rad and reminds me a lot of my great hometown music venue the Vaudeville Mews in Des Moines.. I like how the stage is not to high and the sound system is big enough to pack a good punch! There were a few regulars in mid afternoon enjoying a beer, with me! I thought it was a bit funny they left the door open when it was like 17 degrees out, but hey I like a cold beer when I can see my breath! The gal bartender was very nice and after I asked for something local she suggested a brew (which I forgot the name of) but it was great! I really dig the space, I like how they have an outdoor area for hanging out and that they are open even when a show is not going! I dig it, now just need to come back here and play or see a show! read more

I've slowly but surely fell in love with this place. 1st they had me with their bloody's (Barb makes THE BEST) & then it simply become my go-to spot on the good days & the hard days because the crowd is so chill, so local, & just all around good vibes. LOVE the juke box..... it's old school & has great music. I know they have a lot of live music but I typically avoid it because I enjoy a more relaxed atmospher at Neurolux- sitting at the bar & chillin. This place is not for everyone but it's for several.... it's grown on me, no doubt. read more

Great place to drink and listen to live music. The drinks were inexpensive and well made.

Feb. 12, 2015 was my first visit to Neurolux. I came to see a show-- Jerry Joseph and the Jackmormons. I hesitated at first, because it was a Thursday night and I wasn't up for a crowded, cramped scene. The only input I had on this place was from my sister who said it was a good place to catch a show and see an artist up close. I gotta agree with my sister. It's an "intimate" place, but not cramped or claustrophobic. It's loud, but it's a rock show. I haven't had a problem finding a seat, although I suppose that changes with the amount of people. Sound quality is good, better than the Revolution Concert Hall, the only other indoor place I've caught a show in Boise, so far. The bartenders are efficient. Too loud and not appropriate for small talk, although before the show, both bartenders seemed friendly and helpful. They're impressively good, considering I can't hear myself talk-- they are obviously experienced at reading lips and/or serving in a loud environment. I'd come here again, for sure. read more

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It's hard to complain about a place that gives each member of your band FOUR drink tickets which can all be used for top shelf liquor. What truly irks me about this place isn't the sound, isn't the long hall design full of tables - no, what bothers me is their curfew. 11pm? Really? Am I in Salt Lake City? I've heard that there's some meant lawyer that lives across the street that has made it his mission to shut down the place if the noise level continues past that hour but seriously - can't there be a counter-mission? Why can't there be a fundraiser, an angry mob - SOMETHING to stop this guy from continuing his Footloose-esque tired upon the helpless denizens of Boise? C'mon Boise - you gotta fight for your right to party! read more

For some unfathomable reason, about a year or two ago the moron who owns this joint thought it would be a great idea to get rid of a perfectly effective and purposeful website that listed every upcoming event (karaoke, live music, DJ, etc) months in advance. And replace it with the worst fucking bar/venue website in town (possibly in the entire PNW). A replacement website that does not ever show DJ's or karaoke or even the majority of their live music events. A website that doesn't even even show (on the day of) which major band is playing that night! Genius idea, idiot-- nearly 30 years after the invention of the internet, why don't you make it nearly to literally impossible to find out in advance what's going on at your live music and DJ venue and literally impossible to find out who's playing the day of a show. Wait, you already did that. read more

There are a lot of things I like about the Neurolux. It's dark, which makes me look good to others. The drinks are stiff and reasonably priced, which helps me to continue looking good to others. The acoustics are highly appropriate for lo-fi music which is great because I really like their concert lineup. Lately, I've attended (but have not performed yet, and probably never will) the karaoke Fridays and I really like that the people who get up to sing tend to stay away from those classic karaoke tunes. It's much less intimidating than the crowd of pros at the 44 Club, it's much less vanilla than Old Chicago, and it's a lot of fun. I used to spend hot summer nights on their porch, where there is cocktail lady service and no entry fee if there's a band. It was a great escape from my AC-free second floor apartment. In my bike travels around town at night I've noticed it's been really crowded lately because no one can smoke inside, so that might change my summertime habits. Speaking of smoking, is anyone else a little put off by the lack of smoke in there now? Never realized how much that added to the atmosphere until the ban...you don't know what you've got til it's gone. read more

Went for the Wade Bowen concert, was impressed with the laid back vibe and the great drink prices, will definitely attend more concerts here! read more

I'm no hipster, but we go to this place about once a month for the Boise Poetry Slam, believe me, my wife & I are typically the oldest in the joint whenever we're there. I like the place for what it is. They have a good bar, a good stage, and good service. They also have a nice patio. This place seems to be more of a music venue / hipster bar. It has more of an eclectic following & is Boise's hangout for the creative crowd. read more

Retro, hipster, divey- no matter the word you use to describe the Neurolux, it is pretty rad. I have seen a few wonderful bands here. They do pour a stiff drink. My fave is a Bloody Mary or a vodka drink. Drinks are affordable. Not a fan of their patio for some reason. Maybe because it is always swarming with tons of people and I have never gotten to sit out there. (I visit during the busy hours.) Maybe I am jealous. Soon, I will sit on the patio and drink, and laugh, and watch people! read more

1.) Stiff Drinks 2.) Dark Atmosphere 3.) Alternative Crowd.... whatever that means! 4.) Live Music on some nights 5.) AWESOME WAIT STAFF 6.) Cover Charges 7.) Dance Dance Dance 8.) Pool Tables... if you are into that 9.) Smokey 10.) Do NOT.. i repeat DO NT order a double tall vodka redbull... you will pass out :) oh yeah! read more

Night I walked by I almost missed it. Didn't have the Boise State co-ed crew stumbling in and out like the rest of the "downtown" bars. An "older" Grateful Dead/Bob Marley/Spoon group had their groove going onstage, and there were maybe 10 people in the whole joint. No cover. Cheap drafts. But as another poster said, better the lighting is dim, cause it ain't real clean. Kind of the way I like it. Unpretentious. Friendly enough bartender couple. Good place for groups or couples looking for something outside the swinging single scene. read more

Pros: cheap stiff drinks! And thats about it. They had a $3 cover charge that was pretty weird, especially for a dive. The crowd that it attracts is definitely the post grunge/punk/alternative crowd. Not my thing. I won't be back. read more

My Sunday Funday hangout! Their bartenders are the best! Barb always has some credits in the juke box just waiting for us! read more

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Came here w/my gf for a few nite caps before we turned in for the evening. Wow! Had a flashback to the 80's and early 90's before the indoor smoking ban in CA. They pour some stiff ass drinks in here as well and sell smokes, what smoking bar wouldn't? Place is pretty big too w/some large tables in the back towards the stage, oh yeah they have live shows here as well. Good late nite spot to have some drinks and get your smoke on. read more

1st time customers. So I read reviews about staff being jerks. The door guy taking our cash was very nice. Letting all the locals know what was happening at the venue for the week. The bartender was very friendly to me. The band even dedicated a song to her. (Probably because they wanted to butter her up for more beverages) the venue sounded awesome as a spectator. Very dark but I like it that way. Lots of chairs. Booths wrap around the venue. Clean bathrooms, Pool table and pinball. The venue is not cramp and had plenty of space. Patio area allows drinks and a very shady spot for a cigarette. Very happy first time visit read more

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I'm no hipster, but apparently I like to hang out with them when I'm looking to have a good drunken time. Heavy handed bartenders with sassy attitudes. Great music on DJ nights. Pleasing bands. Back in the day, it was a pretty happenin' place to get your dance on. read more

ÖUsed to frequent every night about 3 years ago for many many years prior. I recently started going back for the ping pong and to reminsis. I was passing by and and stopped in because I lost a sentimental piece of clothing there and also saw a another 15 year regular there so I came in for a tune up. I say hi and ask about my misplaced item and the female bartender with the a name that starts with a v was incredibly snotty and up her own ass towards me because ( and this is just a guess it could be she's just a b****) she did not recognize me as a regular. I was really friendly and tried to introduce myself by saying "hi my name is Nathan" and she kept her back turned to me and mumbled nice to meet you under her breath while texting. After a long long awkward pause I asked her what her name was and with insanely obvious reluctance mumbled a name that I think started with a v again under her breath pushing me to say hey it's all good.... you don't have to talk to me if you don't want to which she replied "oh good ok that's good". so I quickly went and sat next to the pinball machines drink my beer in about two minutes and then left. I'm not going to elaborate about when I asked about my black armband with a Misfits skull on it and how she acted like she was confused about my question saying she didn't know what an armband is and adding that she thinks I mean to say sweatband and other snooty shit that happened. But to be honest it was that way when I first started going there almost 17 years ago when it was really clicky and I was only 22. it just felt weird seeing a bartender I've never seen before treating me like a bum when I used to almost basically live there .. really though I think if it was the very first time I've ever been into that bar I still would have felt incredibly unwelcome and put off. read more

If you want to catch touring independent bands, come here. Reminds me of the smaller venues in SF. read more

The first bar I went to that I could truly feel comfortable at. Everyone is chill and nice. The bar staff are so great and All walks of life come to this place and you can strike up a conversation with anyone. I highly recommend this place for all of my fellow weirdos. read more

Been one of my haunts for 12 years. Strongest pours in Boise and the greatest bartenders/patrons

The drinks were good the staff was fun, but most importantly they had the electric bar games that are just so much fun. We were there forever playing those stupid little games. read more

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This is my favorite place in town to go dancing at, if the music is right. Bodie is my favorite DJ and I'm so glad Neurolux has him frequently. I'm very appreciative that this place doesn't just play awful mainstream music like others clubs. read more

Had a beer at lunch hour some good looking construction workers came in for water wished they wanted more

I would give you more stars, but you need to hire new bartenders. I came to watch Chasity Belt perform a month ago and my friend and I were getting drinks before the show started. The bartender didnt look me in the eye once and was very short with us. She acted as though we were a nuisance rather than appreciative that we were patrons. Was it because we didnt have enough tattoos? or are you racist (i have tan skin)? Is my outfit not "nerolux" enough? No matter what your deal is, a customer should NEVER have these questions running through their head. I came back to get our second round of drinks and she gave me so much attitude for no reason. Fortunately, the show was good and the waitress who came to my table to ask if I wanted another drink was quite sweet. But holy shit...the female bartender behind the bar was rude for no damn reason. It makes me not want to return despite the awesome djs and shows you have coming through. read more

The premier new music/indie/alternative venue in Boise. This is the place to go for a night of great music and not break the bank! Great happy hour. Friendly staff. Cool atmosphere. Amazing bands! read more

I came here with some friends and we left after only 20 minutes. We weren't really feeling the vibe and the giant flashing clown face was kind of throwing everybody off - although I thought it was pretty amusing. I gave it an extra star because they do make good drinks here. Honestly, it's just not my kind of place. read more

Quite possibly the best bar in town, right up there w Penguilleys which happens to have same owner go figure that explains the doubly awesomeness of the former's latter, respectively. All the bartenders are straight shooters resvectibal like folk. The one they call the EJ is kinda handsome for a feller. The regulars are a real nice bunch as well. Neurolux gets a lot of the travelling band music shows. read more