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    The Yardarm

    4.2 (71 reviews)
    InexpensiveBeer Bar
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    THE YARDARM ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Casual
    Loud
    Outdoor seating

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    Marc M.

    Fun place for a summer evening beer!!! Just off the Boise Greenbelt. Tacos and other eats too. Staff was super friendly!!!

    Artichoke and Carne Asada taco
    Jezel S.

    First time here, loved the dog friendly atmosphere. Tacos were great but no vodka! Smh

    Awesome beach vibe bar

    10/10 recommend! Atmosphere, food and drinks are amazing- the people (employees and customers alike) are so friendly and obviously love dogs. Our dog had the best day of her life. Will 100% be back with friends and family. ‍

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    Eric K.

    Fun place great vibe hangout. Love this place. What makes good vibes? The people and no nasty people show up so enjoy. Meet Garth ans Guy the owners!!

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    Renée H.

    Tucked away paradise. Boat food and beer. The tacos are authentic and delicious. Perfect summer spot.

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    Heather S.

    If you want to escape to a place by the sea where the sand tickles your toes and the bubbles from a beer quench your thirst, this is your place. Even thought this spot isn't by the sea it sure feels like it. The vibe is chill and it makes you feel like you are drinking a cerveza in Mexico. The lights dangled across the bar and sand add the right touch. The music playing travels to your inner pit and relaxes your uptight soul after a long day at work. What I am trying to say it, Yardarm is like a spa, for people who drink without the massage. I am a sucker for a patio, they tend to be one of my favorite things about life. This is MY dream patio. So just go try it. I am sad to say it is closing soon for the winter but sounds like if it is nice they will announce that they are opening on their Facebook page. Then we can get some patio time in when the warmer winter days grace us.

    PS. My Jeep is amazing.
    Karen C.

    Yeah. It's a steel container in Garden City. As sketchy as that sounds, the container opens to a spectacular bar, and the ground is sand. A taco truck on location and a live band made this place a diamond in the rough. The beer is great, diverse, and cold. The ambiance is eclectic yet endearing. The bathrooms are hilarious tin shacks. Tables are wide and chairs are wooden stumps. Stand around, hang out, drink beer, roll with it. My favorite part was the surfer dudes rolling off the river in soaking wet suits! Least favorite part was the business promoted drone that swooped down, buzzed overhead and gave off a generally creepy feeling. Ditch the drone. Drink the beer. Enjoy the day.

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    Caitlin B.

    What a sweet little spot by the river. Met a friend here on a whim and we were super happy. They're dog-friendly and have a kick ass food truck on site. I had fun, and my dog had fun. Decent tap list and a few local cans.

    Street corn and Sierra Nevada wild lil thing! Amazing
    Steven D.

    Been coming here for a year or so now but never left a review. This place is amazing. Feels like you're at the beach, sand under your feet and good dogs lounging around. There's a great food truck serving up modern twists on Mexican cuisine. Artichoke heart tacos, street corn, and purple sweet potato rolled tacos are a must! Thank you Yardarm, will be back soon.

    Christopher P.

    Great find in Boise. After a nice walk along the river thru town, it's great to just sit and grab a beer in a pod bar with a chill environment and good people-watching. I really appreciate a good, casual dog-friendly place to grab a beer.

    Fish tacos
    Brian T.

    First bar I went to in Idaho and what a great choice it was. It was hot out and I drank many many many modelos. Bar tenders were awesome guys to. My dog loved Latin in the sand. Living in Denver has made me a bit of a taco snob, these tacos are pretty darn good. I got this fish tacos and purple potato flautas, never seen that before! Great spot to grab a beer then go for a walk on the river

    Drinking beer from Hawaii and it actually feels like we're in Hawaii... but we're definitely not. Weird and cool.

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    No better spot in the valley to enjoy a drink and the sunshine! Excellent service and great vibes per usual

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    Really cool and quirky little bar. A hidden gem. All types of people of all ages. Loved it.

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    Love this casual place with excellent beer right off the green belt. They now have a "taco boat"

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    Fun outdoor venue along the Greenbelt. There is a food truck serving taxis and burritos next to it. Fun place to grab a drink

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    Ask the Community - The Yardarm

    Is there live bands playing and if so, what nights?

    Nope! Just great beer, delicious food, and awesome bartenders.

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    The artichoke heart taco is another one of my faves, and together with a beverage they = my favorite dinner in Boise.

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    The place looked pretty decent for a pub-style restaurant serving food and beer. Met James, who was…read morethe morning bartender. He was very informative about where to go and places to check out in Boise. I ordered one of the local beers and their flagship meal, the Santa Maria Tri Tip Sandwich. As you can see by looking at the photos, the tri-tip was cooked to perfection. It had tomatoes, poblano, and chimichurri sauce on it to add to the flavors of the tri-tip. The bread consistency was great, not too soggy, and with a great crispy texture. I wish they had spread the tri-tip out more to make sure every bite was being celebrated. I also ordered the mac and cheese as the side per the instructions of the bartender, James. Let me say that was one of the best mac and cheeses that I have ever had. Truly amazing creamy texture and full of rich flavor. Everything melted in your mouth. Definitely worth it. I eventually ended up talking to a fellow bar sitter, and he ended up being the co-owner of the place, TJ. He also filled me in on the places to go and, most definitely, the places to travel to, to experience great beer. He was refreshing to talk to since most people don't have the passion for beer that we both represent. I would highly recommend this place for the staff that is there the solid pub style restaurant that they have created. Super easy and relaxed kinda of place.

    We were staying across the street and decided to check this place out - checked out their menu…read moreonline and saw Mac n Cheese and I LOVE a good mac & cheese so went in hoping that they didn't have egg in their macaroni. Good news, THEY DIDN'T! Pub-type atmosphere, lots of beer on tap. I can't remember which I ordered, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I ordered the Mac n Cheese without the breadcrumbs and the hubs ordered it and added bacon. It was creamy and yummy. I ended out taking some of my back to the room. It reheated well, so made for an excellent midnight(ish) snack! The place wasn't too busy when we were there, the bartender was also our waiter. He was polite and helpful. The table/chairs were clean and people looked like locals (which is always comforting when you randomly pick a spot). There's indoor and outdoor seating. I didn't see a lot of parking. I hear it's a busy place on Friday and Saturday evenings. We were pleased with our restaurant choice that afternoon. Thank you for reading my review!

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    4.5
    (131 reviews)
    1.9 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.

    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!

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