Ok, all you fellow Boiseans! I was looking for ice cream shops in Boise that were open on a Sunday…read moreand came across the Black Market Gelateria!! As far as I can tell, it's the only Gelato shop in Boise. Why haven't I come across it before? It's very well hidden where almost nobody would drive past it. It survives on local, nearby employees from their industrial warehouse surroundings. We decided to head over and see what we were missing out on, and learned it only opened a year ago! It's fantastic for numerous reasons...it's cute, modern, spacious, inviting, and they make the best Gelato, European coffee, and sandwiches (think ribeye, meatball, and a half dozen other mouth-watering sandwiches). This Gelateria is very dedicated to it's European roots, and all of food seems to reflect that well. Their Gelato is dreamy, creamy, and delectably delicious. There were three of us, and we ordered the Huckleberry (which had a secret chocolate layer in the middle), the Hazelnut, plus Peanut Butter Cookie gelato, and topped everything off with a very large piece of the Bread Pudding (decadent). They also serve up pastries, European coffee, and even frozen doggy desserts! You can also just get a small Tiramisu dessert to go! We will absolutely be back, especially in this overly hot weather. Take a break and give it a go. I promise, it's worth it! And, yes, dogs are permitted on the outdoors patio, which is also super cute.

I'm surprised Black Market Gelateria doesn't have lines out the door yet. But I'm sure it's coming…read more Located in an industrial complex, this place is such a gem. It's clean, welcoming, and we have yet to try something we didn't like. My absolute favorites are the huckleberry coppa and bread pudding with vanilla gelato. Not only has everything been delicious but the service has always been very friendly and efficient. Even during the times we stopped in with a longer line, it has always been a smooth process. There's a decent amount of seating inside so you can choose to enjoy your treats right away or on the go. Add Black Market Gelateria to your list of Boise hot spots!

What's not to like about sea salt?! Their bakery is delicious, and offers a great variety. We came…read moreon a hot Saturday afternoon and there was no one there, which was a huge shock considering the goods they have to offer! The employees were quick to serve us and answer our questions. The store was tidy and open, and had some available booths for seating. We got their lemon bar, coconut cream pie, chocolate chip cookie, and their white chocolate salted oatmeal cookie. All were very flavorful and perfectly baked! I had my eye on lots of their other goods but refrained myself. If we're in the area again, we will definitely stop by!

My kids got ice cream and a little carrot cake for the next day…read more Both were tasty! Service was good. Shop was nice.

We bought the macaroons and they were absolutely the best ones we've ever had! Wow! We will be…read moredriving from Caldwell to buy more.

I couldn't sleep last night so of course I decided to do some research on some local bakeries in…read moreour area. I am always down for something sweet! I have driven by this shop a million times but never got the chance to make it in. After checking out all their photos and goodies off their website, making my way in today was a must. The shop is very small and intimate. You are immediately greeted by all the goodies as soon as you walk in. Colorful macarons, the cutest cheesecakes and beautifully displayed scones and muffins. The display case is nice and bright, allowing you to be able to see the details and coloring of each macaron. The pretty piping on the cheesecake. The fun layers of the cakes. It was hard not to want one of each thing out of the case. It was our first visit for my daughter and I. As a new customer, you're trying to absorb everything about this store. You want to look at all your options! The gal that initially was going to help us pretty much just stood there and stared at us. Didn't really talk to us. Didn't ask if we had any questions. She had the most unpleasant look on her face. It honestly made me feel so unwanted and uncomfortable to be at the shop. I offered to let another customer go ahead of us so she wasn't just standing there waiting for us to order something. The second customer also needed some time. Finally a gentleman came in and she got him some coffee started. Another gal was working and she helped us. At that point, I was so turned off about getting anything but we were already there so we decided to grab a few things. My daughter and I decided to share a 6 pack of macarons. We snagged lemon, birthday cake, coffee, chocolate, creme brulee and cookies and cream as our flavor choices. She also got a red velvet cheesecake for us to share after dinner tonight. On our ride home, we broke that box of macarons open and had to try them all. The lemon was sweet and tangy, I love the lemon custard in the middle. Birthday cake reminds me of a pink frosted animal cookie. The chocolate was my favorite! Very chocolate forward and sweet. Coffee reminded me of a vanilla latte in cookie form. Cookies and cream was much like cookies and cream ice cream. More cream forward and less chocolate cookie. Creme brulee had sugar toasted on top which created a slight bitterness to the cookie but it was balanced with how sweet the cookie was. All 6 macarons were fabulous! I look forward to having the red velvet cheesecake after dinner tonight. I like that there are so many gluten free options at this bakery. I adore how petite and prettily decorated the pastries were. I appreciate that this joint is local as I love supporting local businesses. But, first impressions are so huge for me and my first impression of their customer service wasn't there for me. You can push out great products all you want but how you make someone feel during their purchase can make or break your business. As fantastic as my macarons were, all I can think about was how uncomfortable I was when I was just being stared at. Macarons and cheesecake can be purchased at a few joints in our valley. I'm happy I got to enjoy some goodies with my daughter but I'm going to go support another local business that will actually make me feel like a valued customer and not a bother.

Our first visit for brunch was phenomenal. We were pleasantly surrounded by warm colors and dark…read morewoods with seats and booths perfectly arranged for private gatherings. Our server, Jared, was so professional, shared specific knowledge about the dishes and cocktails as well as spent time talking with us as people, not just another table to wait on. We both had the Percy burgers and salad which is outstanding in flavor and presentation. We came back tonight for dinner and happened to have Jared again. We also met Erin, a manager. Both continued to surpass expectations of the kindness one receives at a dining experience. Notably the staff works together in such a cohesive team that our waters are always filled up and our plates are always removed or brought at perfect timing like a symphony. We were blessed and surprised with "on the house" carrot cake as well tonight which was so delicious I can't stop thinking about it. It you are looking for a new favorite dining spot in Boise, make Percy your number one! Ask for Jared and Erin and your experience will be like no other. Oh yeah, the short ribs are AMAZING!!!!

We travel often and are visiting. Percy was highly recommended to us. It's rare to go to a…read morerestaurant where absolutely everything is spot on. We were warmly greeted as we entered. Our server Morgan was fantastic. Her professionalism and knowledge of all the items was amazing. Now to the food... The focaccia bread is a must. I had the tomboy salad, which I loved. my husband had the pork sandwich, which was delicious. The service on all fronts was impeccable. Management: shout out to Morgan. She is a real asset to your team! Would 100% return next time we are visiting

The STIL is a cute ice cream shop! The smell when you walk in is divine. They offer a large number…read moreof ice creams, sherbets, and sorbets. While some flavors are the standard flavors you'd expect, they also have lots of unique options. You're able to choose between cup and cone as well as adding in a cookie or brownie. Staff is very nice and you can sample flavors before you choose.

Would give 4.5 if half stars were a thing. Really only subtracting a star because one of the people…read morebehind the counter seemed like they did not want to be dealing with customers. The other person there was great though! I was drawn in by the array of unique flavors and vegan options. I had really wanted to get something boozy and vegan, but they only had one flavor on at the moment that fit the bill and I wasn't particularly interested, so I sampled a few of the dairy boozy flavors and went with a vegan non-boozy ice cream for my actual order because a full scoop of dairy ice cream does not sit right in my stomach. I liked the boozy flavors more but that was only because of the flavors offered - the vegan ice cream itself was great, very smooth and creamy, not overly sugary. I got the float season vegan ice cream: blackberry ice cream with salted dark chocolate. I did still enjoy this flavor a lot. I really liked the crunchy bittersweet dark chocolate bits. I didn't get anything to drink but I was kind of tempted. The ice cream + beer or wine flights looked interesting. I don't know wine well enough to comment, but it looked like they had a good selection of beer with quality brewers and a good variety of beer types. This is technically a Warehouse Food Hall vendor but it's only accessible from the street outside the food hall. I wasted a few minutes wandering around the food hall trying to find it before I looked outside. They have a fair amount of seating inside and outside.

We have become regulars at the Fairview location, but stopped into the downtown 10th Street…read morelocation to mix it up. Coffees are just as delicious--pistachio and raspberry lattes--but no savory options (dumplings, etc) like Fairview. Parking is tough and about 4 tables.

Stopped in today to grab a coffee. I am moving locations for my work and now this sweet joint is…read morenext door! Walking in, it's very vibrant and delicate. There's beautiful displays of baked goods. All the pastries displayed looked elegant and delicious. They were so pretty that you almost didn't want to eat them. The beautiful employee saw me walk in. I was greeted as she walked behind the counter. I checked out their drink menu. Everything looked fabulous but I went with a small vanilla mocha. I love that they have flavors like saffron and cardamom available. It makes their shop that much more unique. I hung out for a bit so soak in the environment. There's two comfy nooks with beautiful pillows by the window. It allows you to embrace the moment and beauty of downtown. While checking out the vibes, I sipped on my mocha. It was just the right temp and sweetness. It was definitely a great way to start my Sunday morning. I'm looking forward to checking out more of their beverages and goodies. If you're looking for a chill place to have coffee or looking for a cute spot for a coffee date, Sunshine Spice Cafe is the joint to hit up.

Thank goodness for living in a rainy city ..I had prepared all my life for this moment. When we…read morearrived, it was absolutely pouring, and being from the Pacific Northwest, we didn't think twice about waiting in line .As soon as the rain let up, though, the line grew dramatically, so we were glad we had stuck it out. The bakery itself is small, but the display case is anything but. It's packed with beautifully crafted pastries, each one more tempting than the last. Honestly, everything looked worth trying. We settled on the Rose Croissant and the Lox Croissant Sandwich, and both were excellent. The rose croissant was a standout with the rose flavor delicate yet present in every bite, which is rare for floral pastries. It never became overpowering or faded into the background or tasted artificial.The true star of the meal, however, was the lox croissant sandwich. It was absolutely stellar and one of the best savory pastries we've had in a long time.The coffee was just okay, but that was fine because the pastries completely stole the show. The staff worked quickly despite the steady stream of customers. There is a bit of seating both indoors and outdoors, although most people seemed to be taking their orders to go ,perhaps because of the weather. If you're visiting, come for the pastries. They're absolutely worth the wait.

Absolutely delicious pastries! We originally stopped by Janjou looking for coffee, but the coffee…read moreoptions are limited -- essentially black coffee or coffee with milk, with only cinnamon and sugar available as sweeteners (no flavored syrups). If you're like us and like specialty coffee flavors like salted caramel, lavender, honey, etc., this probably isn't the spot for your coffee fix. That said... the pastries are absolutely worth the visit! Everything we tried was beautifully made and delicious. Just a heads up: it gets very crowded and busy, so I'd recommend arriving early or going in with a little patience. It's not typically a quick grab-and-go stop, but the pastry treats make it worth slowing down for!

The Chocolate Bar is such a fun and cozy spot! Their chocolate is absolutely amazing -- rich,…read moresmooth, and clearly high quality. You can really taste the difference. They also have a great selection of drinks, and what I loved most is the attention to detail when making them. You can tell they take pride in every cup -- perfectly balanced flavors, beautiful presentation, and just the right level of sweetness. It's not just a drink, it's an experience. The seating area inside is really cute and inviting, making it a great place to sit, relax, and enjoy your treat. Whether you're meeting a friend or just want a little chocolate moment to yourself, it's the perfect spot. Highly recommend if you're a chocolate lover!

This location is just as stunning as their Eagle location. Various seating options and the…read morechocolate scent is heavenly. I've visited their production facility and it's immaculate. Make sure to get an affogato with half chocolate and half stracciatella gelato. If you want to convert a milk chocolate fan to dark, take them here. The smell is heavenly. Even with so many flavors, I am always surprised that everything from their toffee to bark to mint to orange chocolate is always great quality and fresh. You can tell they temper well by the sheen on their chocolate. Is it priced indulgently? Yes. Made local? Yes. Run by a great family? Yep.