Like most people, ending the work week with a happy hour is one of the best ways to unwind while grabbing a bite to eat and a little something to take the edge off... all while saving a few extra dollars. Lucky for us, Boise has some of the best happy hours for all you late afternooners or you late nighters. Here are some of our favorite happy hours new and old that you need to hit up next!
1. Coa De Jima
New to the neighborhood, you may be familiar with Coa De Jima's older sister, Barbacoa. While there are many new elements and dishes at Coa De Jima to explore, there is one attribute they stayed true to — the infamous BOGO happy hour!
Happy Hour: 7 days a week 4 PM - 6 PM
Location: 615 W. Main St., Boise
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2. Stardust
While many businesses start their happy hour around 4 PM, Stardust has got all the early birds covered! Their happy hour goes from 3pm-6pm with has some incredibly enticing deals on craft cocktails and GREAT food! Its a must try when you're in the 10th and Main district in DT Boise.
Happy Hour: 6 Days a week 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM & closed Wednesdays.
Location: 1002 W. Main St., Boise
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3. Caci
Although Caci isn't located in Boise, it's definitely worth checking out! They offer $5 wines, $4 draft beers, $2 bottled beers, and BOGO craft, classic cocktails, and well liquors!
Happy Hour: Monday - Friday 2 PM - 6 PM, Thursday - Saturday 9 PM - Close, Saturday 4 PM - 6 PM, & Sunday all day!
Location: 1592 E. Riverside Dr., Eagle
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4. Ochos
A newer addition to downtown Boise, Ochos has inside and outdoor seating, that of course includes heat lamps and firepits to enjoy. Their happy hour includes $5 house spirits, wines, bubbles, and $8 daiquiris!
Happy Hour: Wednesday - Friday 4 PM - 6 PM
Location: 515 W. Idaho St., Boise
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5. Acero Boards and Bottles
Acero is one of Boise's newest restaurants offering an all-day happy hour! All pitchers of beer and glasses of wine (excluding reserves) are $6. On Mondays and Tuesdays from 8 p.m. to close, get a bruschetta board (four choices) and a bottle of wine for only $30!
Happy Hour: Monday - Friday 11 AM - 6 PM
Location: 750 W. Idaho St., Boise
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6. Coynes
I know we said a Boise happy hour, but Coynes in Eagle is another go-to happy hour spot that is just worth the drive. Their happy hour includes two for one of their entire cocktail menu.
Happy Hour: Monday - Sunday 2 PM - 5 PM
Location: 676 E. Riverside Dr., Eagle
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7. Eureka
From the Eureka website: "Discover the Eureka! all-American culture through one-of-a-kind experiences, weekly events such as Steal The Glass, daily “Hoppy” Hour, an inventive rotating beer and craft beverage program, small-batch whiskeys, and a mouthwatering menu featuring gourmet burgers. We are located right on Freak Alley in Downtown Boise."
Happy Hour: Monday - Friday 3 PM - 6 PM, 9pm - Close
Location: 800 W. Idaho St., Suite 120, Boise
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8. Calle 75
Calle 75 in downtown Boise knows how to start the week off right. Kicking it off with Margarita Mondays, Calle 75 also has $6 featured cocktails, $1 off draft beer, $2 off sangrias, and other offerings on their happy hour menu!
Happy Hour: Monday - Saturday 3 PM - 6 PM
Location: 110 N. 11th St., Boise
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9. Anthony's Restaurant
Something seems fishy, because Anthony’s happy hour seems too good to be true! Available 7 days a week, Anthony’s Restaurant serves up $5 Draft beer, $6 wines, and $7 house cocktails.
Happy Hour: In the bar, Monday - Friday, 3 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: 959 W. Front Street, Boise
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10. Bardenay
Chill out after a long day at Bardenay, where the craft cocktails are as refreshing as the atmosphere. Whether you’re grabbing a bite with friends or just kicking back solo, their happy hour blends local flavor, great drinks, and a relaxed vibe that’s pure Boise.
Happy Hour: 7 days a week 4 PM - 6 PM & late night tapas: Friday and Saturday 9 PM - 11 PM
Location: 610 W Grove St Boise, ID
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11. Land Ocean
Sometimes you need a happy hour that is a little more upscale. Land Ocean will make you feel boujie on a budget. Their happy hour includes $2 off all starters, wines by the glass, craft beers on tap, and especially cocktails. Happy Hour at Land Ocean also means $7 sliders.
Happy Hour: Mon - Thurs, 3 PM - 6 PM
Location: 2902 N. Eagle Rd., Meridian
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12. Twisted District Brew Co.
Well twist our arm, I guess we will go to another happy hour! Twisted District’s happy hour includes $3 off beer, wine, and cider, $2 off call drinks, and $1 off well drinks. They also have several food items to choose from.
Happy Hour: Mon - Fri, 4 PM - 6 PM
Location: 3840 West Chinden Blvd Suite 110, Garden City
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Other Notable Cocktail Locations
While Totally Boise loves a good happy hour, we also have a love for many cocktail spots in the Treasure Valley! Here's a list of restaurants, bars & lounges that may not have happy hour, but that we absolutely love!
- Press & Pony
- Devil's Den
- Suite 104
- The Lively
- Saint Lawrence Gridiron
- Sturman's Wine & Cigar Lounge
- Eureka!
- Lucky Fins
- Craft Lounge
- Albertsons, Broadway on the Rocks and Talon Tap & Spirits
- Water Bear Bar
- The Barrel House
- deluca’s
- Bitter Creek Ale House
- Barbacoa
- Mulligans
- The Bar at The Grove Hotel
- Bodovino
- Meriwether Cider House
- Reef
- Whiskey Bar
Read more about where to get cocktails in the Treasure Valley:
Six Must-Try Cocktails in Boise
You know how the saying goes, "The happiest hour is happy hour"— okay, we may have made that up but that doesn't mean it's not true! Do you have a favorite happy hour spot? Share it by using #totallyboise on social media!