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The Highlander Rooftop Bar & Lounge

3.9 (51 reviews)
Open • 2:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Edie G.

I love going to the Highlander. It's a great experience every time! I love the ambience. The space feels incredibly intimate and comfortable, making it easy to lose track of time, yet still manages to keep an upbeat vibe. The food and drinks are always absolutely phenomenal, and the service is top-notch. If you're lucky, you'll get to sit in Amanda's section, she's incredibly attentive and completely elevates the entire evening.

Margarita
Silvia O.

We stopped by the rooftop at Hotel Renegade for a couple of margaritas and had a great experience. The views of downtown Boise are beautiful, and the restaurant itself is stylish and inviting. We didn't order any food, but everything we saw coming out of the kitchen looked delicious. The prices are a bit on the higher side, but the atmosphere, drinks, and views make it worth it. A great spot for a drink and a nice evening out.

Andrew F.

Best ceviche I have ever had in Idaho! Where most restaurants in the Treasure Valley drown the ingredients with clamato juice, this place served their's with lots of fresh fish and plenty of tasty substance, enough for two people to share. We sat inside near the bar since most seating outdoors was taken but I'm really looking forward to coming back and sitting out on the roof. Staff was super polite and what impressed me was their dedication to the place being spotless. I saw them do a very thorough job of cleaning the high chairs once guests left and before new folks arrived. Definitely want to come back and give this place another try!

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Great view and customer service, loved the self seating and them bringing me and my friend ice water without asking, food was amazing it the birdcage with wagyu sliders, guac, and fries shi hit the spot came in a lil buzzed and came out feeling ready to drink more will definitely come back. Also got the peach perfect and vanilla orange creamsicle non alcoholic beverage and shi hit the spot;) 10/10 would recommend.

Tuyen H.

The outdoor bar was a hit! Lots of items on the drink menu and the atmosphere and ambience was amazing! For some reason, we didn't feel welcomed when we sat down at an empty table. However, our drinks were quickly ordered and we got them not too long after. The drinks were tasty.

Cocktails with a view.
David M.

Five stars based just on the duck fat fries!!! OMG.... Get in my belly! These fries are the scoop type shape/cut that are perfectly fried. Tasty toppings and good sized portion. Good service and made cocktails on demand which was spot on. Great inside bar space and outdoor patio with views.

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Raya S.

Came for drinks, we were here before opening and they still came and took our order, the server was very kind! The vibe is casual/dressy. I did not try the food.

Views from the bar
Andy L.

Can't beat the views from here! We didn't eat any food just stopped in for a drink after work. They made one hell of an old fashioned.

Taylor W.

If you're looking for great cocktails with a view of the city, this is your spot! Located at the top of Hotel Renegade, this bar offers incredible drinks and fun vibes! The only downside is that their cocktails are on the more expensive side. Be prepared to spend upwards of $16 a drink. They also have a selective menu of food you can choose from. Whether you want one of their specialty cocktails or a classic martini, they do it all!

Duck fat fries
Elena S.

The duck fat loaded fries are delicious, drinks are decent. The view from the rooftop is incredible and the ambiance is 10/10. I would not get the sliders again, they were dry and the beef was very overcooked.

Birdcage 3 apps for $40
Amanda D.

We need more rooftop spots in Boise so glad Highlander is now open! Great little spot at the top of a cool new hotel called the Renegade Hotel. This side of town is really developing and love the overall vibe so far! Definitely had to get there on the earlier side to get a spot outside as it gets busier the later it gets. Not much in the way of food but some fun appetizers. Had the chips and guac, chicken poppers, and duck fat fries. Got a 3 for $40 deal and split with some friends. Otherwise they were a bit pricey on their own. Chips were really good but needed a bit more to finish off the large serving of guac. I also got the blueberry lemongrass ginger shrub seltzer mocktail! It was good and felt more elevated than some mocktails I've had other places. Friends that had the alcoholic drinks said they were good. The seating is comfy and I appreciate that there are so many places to sit and hangout within the hotel and rooftop bar. Servers were very attentive. Came back to ask if we needed more drinks and fill up our waters often. This will definitely be a staple summer spot.

Karen C.

Popped over on a Sunday afternoon for drinks- great ambiance! Staff was friendly & helpful. We only had the guacamole but the new take on it was delicious! Needed a few more chips though- we ran out & still had a decent scoop left. We asked for more and got them right away! Chairs at the bar are super comfy! Glad to see they're not the hard wood or confining metal ones at other places. Lots of room for groups & seating! Chris at the bar was very professional and crafty!

Artichoke with lemon yumminess on the top, chips and guacamole in the middle, and ahi tataki on the bottom.
Nicholson D.

The setting is awesome up on the roof with nice views of the city! Service was friendly and timely. Decor is stylish! We ordered the Birdcage option for 3 appetizers and it was beautifully presented to us. More importantly, everything was fresh and delicious! The artichoke app was my favorite! We'll try coming back in the evening hours for cooler temps and city light vibes.

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“it is a great cocktail lounge on top of the Hotel Renegade with great views.”

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Thick As Thieves - The speak easy entrance

Thick As Thieves

4.5(134 reviews)
0.4 mi

I made a reservation ahead of time, but somehow we showed up at the wrong time. Thankfully, the…read morestaff was incredibly accommodating and found a way to fit us in, which we really appreciated. From the moment you step inside, the place has that quintessential speakeasy feel. The ambiance is dark, moody, and eclectic, with vintage touches throughout. One feature that really caught my eye was a stunning cove-like structure that added so much character to the space. The menu was just as impressive as the décor -creative, varied, and full of unique cocktails that felt thoughtfully designed rather than your standard bar offerings. They even have a few "secret" drinks hidden on the menu, and the staff will happily tell you how to find them, which is a fun touch.Since another reservation was due to arrive in about 40 minutes, we kept it to two cocktails, which was perfectly fine as we were only stopping in for a nightcap. Both drinks were beautifully crafted. I especially loved The Canvas ,it was bright, refreshing, and memorable. My husband wasn't quite as enthusiastic about his cocktail, though he's generally not one to send a drink back or complain. The staff was warm, friendly, and welcoming throughout our visit. Pricing felt fair for the quality of the cocktails and the overall experience.

This place is top tier. We stumbled upon it and were thrilled we got access! 4 thick thieves…read moreenjoyed their cocktails thoroughly. Make sure to use the black light they give you! Our server was amazing and so informative. I really loved their cocktails because they're not super sweet either - I can't handle the sweet drinks. The inside of that place is amazing and relaxing. I loved it so much, such a great place to chill and unwind. Highly recommend this as a stop in Boise!

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Thick As Thieves - Pistachio Donuts

Pistachio Donuts

Thick As Thieves - Bathroom decor

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The Mode Lounge - Beautiful bathroom

The Mode Lounge

3.9(109 reviews)
0.3 mi
•$$

I was in town for business, and I had a local friend tell me, "you gotta go in here. You can tell…read morethe bartender what you like flavor wise, and they will make you something even better than you can imagine." And that, my friends, is exactly what happened. I walked in, not sure what to get. The bartender asked me what flavors I like. She went away and made me this epic cocktail. She told me all the things she added, and it was clear, these bartenders are the real deal. They know their stuff. I drank my delightful cocktail way too fast. But it was so damn good. The vibe is fun. They bartenders interact with everyone and do all kinds of cool things with cool ingredients and tell you about it all. Perfect spot for a loungey date night, or a meet up with a friend. There is no food. But plenty of spots on 8th in walking distance. This is probably one of the best cocktail bars I've ever been to. ... and I've been to a lot. :)

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.

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The Mode Lounge - Love this hand drawn list of all the employees or "family"

Love this hand drawn list of all the employees or "family"

The Mode Lounge - Sleek interior and bar

Sleek interior and bar

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Ampersand - Sydney asks some odd questions, reads your vibe, and makes the perfect cocktail.

Ampersand

4.7(3 reviews)
0.1 mi

Great creative drinks by talented mixologists- we will be back ! Also the view is insane . Worth…read morethe time to check it out !

Okay, this was unique and we absolutely loved it. Both my husband and I love a good speakeasy, and…read morewhile looking through reservations for Kin, I came across Ampersand and immediately found it intriguing. I'm so glad we decided to check it out. We arrived and were escorted to the top floor, where we were greeted with beautiful, almost awe-inspiring views of the mountains and the city. The space itself is tiny, with just a couple of couches and a few additional seats. In a way, you're almost forced to interact with the other patron but for us, it was fantastic. We ended up chatting with several people throughout the evening. Some were tourists like us, while others were locals, and it was genuinely fun hearing their stories, learning more about the city, and getting recommendations for things to see and do. We also had some great conversations with the bartender, which made the experience feel especially personal. The cocktail format is unique as well. There isn't a fixed menu. Instead, you tell the bartender what you like, what you're in the mood for, and how adventurous you want to be, and they create something around your preferences. I'm a whiskey drinker and was open to experimenting, so I ended up with an Old Fashioned that had a savory element (soy sauce ) I wasn't entirely sure about at first but it turned out to be surprisingly good. My husband, who's a big mezcal fan, got a cocktail featuring Chartreuse, if I remember correctly, and thoroughly enjoyed his. I believe reservations are limited to 90 minutes, but that was plenty of time for two cocktails each. We left feeling like we'd had a genuinely memorable evening--not just because of the drinks and the views, but because of the conversations and the people we met along the way.Pricing is slightly on the higher side, but that's pretty much what we expected given the setting and the experience and might I add that the alcohol was also top shelf. Definitely one of those places where the experience is as much about the people and atmosphere as it is about the cocktails.

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Red Feather Lounge

Red Feather Lounge

4.0(405 reviews)
0.3 mi
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Table service with indoor and outdoor seating plus a bar. Friendly attentive service. The outdoor…read moreseating is well-sheltered and the indoor seating has a nice open feel. Recommend the "KFC" appetizer (breaded cauliflower florets with gochujang bbq sauce).

This was an impromptu Fathers Day Brunch...couldn't remember being here until I walked up....then…read moreit came back. Now I know I have not eaten here before...we did stop in a couple of times and once left because nothing on the HH menu looked good to us at that time. The second time we walked out after sitting there for 10-15 minutes and not getting any service! Now it was a beautiful morning and my gf really wanted to go here, great patio I will say. It took a bit seeing that we didn't have a reservation but we did get seated on the patio. Now I will say the service was not great but it was not an issue for the most part, I thought our waitress did a good job she was just really busy! What I will judge was the wait and the food! I love the fact they care about their ingredients, what they use and where they get it...it showed in some ways! What I didn't love was the fact they absolutely sucked on the follow through! I had the crab eggs Benedict...now I remember from culinarily school that hollandaise sauce is hard, but making it without it breaking is a MUST! Mine was broken, fat separated out, something you would never see at a half ass breakfast place like Dennys!! This was gross, pure and simple! My gfs breakfast came out wrong...took a while to get it the first time and even longer to get the right dish!!! It was an eggswhite Frittata, they do not take long to make in a very small cast iron! Now the part that I really didn't like...she paid, she is not my baby momma, love of my life but not mother of my daughter...and she paid the whole bill!! She should not have been charged for the Frittata...it took forever to get the right one and then she didn't eat much of it at all, we were done time wise and it was not good...very bland and rubbery!! She wouldn't let me complain since she was paying, she is so sweet and kind, just that kind of person! I was tempted to quietly track down the manager...but didn't! Should have! Over all, don't think I would go back! When your kitchen can't make simple sauces and the basics, why should I give you my money?? Or hers! The manager owes her a gift card! KT

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Red Feather Lounge - Cauliflower "KFC"

Cauliflower "KFC"

Red Feather Lounge - Main area

Main area

Red Feather Lounge - Huevos Rancheros

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