1. Lemon Tree Co. 224 N 10th St, Boise, ID 83702 Get the big cheese! I’m always a fan of adult grilled cheese sandwiches and this one wins with its cherry preserves to add the right amount of sweet and tart.
2. A’tavola 1515 W Grove St, Boise, ID 83702 A gourmet café-market in the Linen District with a sunny patio, fresh bakery, and lunch favorites like the meatloaf sandwich and salad trio.
3. Percy 400 S 4th St, Boise, ID 83702 They do lunch with a moody NYC-inspired vibe but keep it approachable, with biscuits, salads, and cocktails in a space that works equally well for a business lunch or a casual burger.
4. The Basque Market 608 W Grove St, Boise, ID 83702 Boise’s go-to for a Basque Block lunch, with paella cooked outdoors until it’s gone on certain days of the week, pintxos, croquettes, and jamon sandwiches with a sunny patio (that fills up fast, so get there early!).
5. The Wylder 501 W Broad St, Boise, ID 83702 does lunch as sourdough pizza and salads- the Honey Badger with sausage, ricotta, caramelized onion and hot honey is our favorite!
6. The Funky Taco 801 W Bannock St, Boise, ID 83702 Another great option for tacos downtown, especially if you’re looking for off the wall pairings. Their tacos don’t only taste amazing but look beautiful! Oh, and the beer cheese queso? LEGIT.
**Post updated 10/9/26