Best spots to eat outdoors in Boise? See Yelp’s top 10 picks for patio dining
Spring is officially here — and so is patio weather.
Fortunately, the Boise area offers plenty of outdoor dining options where you can enjoy a nice meal and springtime weather at the same time.
To make sure you and your crew plan your perfect meetup, Yelp has tracked down the best patio dining destinations in and around Boise.
As of Friday, March 20, these were Yelp’s top 10 picks for restaurants and bars with outdoor seating:
The James Kitchen and Bar
Where: 1030 South Broadway Ave., Floor No. 2 Boise
Average Yelp rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
What Yelp reviewers say: “I had a blast up in here,” Yelp user Robbin R. of Bakersfield, California, wrote in her review of The James Kitchen and Bar, praising the “friendly” staff and the view from the patio. “One of my favorite parts is the open patio during the warm months: great vibe, great people-watching, and an easy place to hang out for a relaxed drink or meal,” the Yelp reviewer said.
Contact: 208-637-4738
The Local
Where: 5616 West State St., Boise
Average Yelp rating: 4.3 stars
What Yelps reviewers say: The Local “exceeded” the “expectations” of Yelp user Er V. of Wahaiwa, Hawaii. “The service, the ambiance and food were top notch,” the Yelp reviewer wrote, noting that their dogs were welcomed onto the restaurant’s patio with “an adorable doggie dinner menu and cookie.” Another Yelp user, Brendie W. of Boise, said The Local pairs “mouthwatering” food with a “warm and inviting” atmosphere.
Contact: 208-629-4880
Suite 104
Where: 280 North Eighth St., Suite No. 104, Boise
Average Yelp rating: 4.9 stars
What Yelp reviewers say: “Suite 104 is a cute little bar,” Yelp user Billie G. of Boise wrote in a review, praising the downtown Boise speakeasy as a “great outdoor space” with a “fun, fresh” cocktail menu.
“This is quite literally a hidden gem in Boise tucked away in an alley,” Yelp user Ariana G. of Chino, California, said. “The ambiance feels good with an open greenhouse vibe lounge area, a smaller bar area, and an outdoor patio that has fire pits.”
The Wylder
Where: 501 West Broad St., Boise
Average Yelp rating: 4.6 stars
What Yelp reviewers say: Yelp user Jen N. of Fountain Valley, California, said it’s easy to spot The Wylder in downtown Boise by its “line out the door.” She praised the eatery’s dog-friendly patio seating and “delicious” menu options. Hope V. of Huntington Beach, California, said it’s Boise’s “best pizza spot hands down!”
Contact: 208-209-3837
Matlack’s in Boise
Where: 1100 West Front St., Boise
Average Yelp rating: 4.7 stars
What Yelp reviewers say: Matlack’s offers a “great place to hang on the patio,” Yelp user Jenn C. of Nampa said, along with “unbelievably delicious” food and a “great selection of beers.” Yelp user Amanda S. of Eagle also praised “the laid-back atmosphere and friendly service.”
Contact: 208-336-2561
The Shed
Where: 1010 La Pointe, Boise
Average Yelp rating: 3.9 stars
What Yelp reviewers say: Yelp user Erin M. of Boise described The Shed as a “college dive bar with great food, a good patio and friendly service.” Yelp reviewer Alicia N. of Everett, Washington, also praised the “great service, excellent food (and) cool patio.”
Contact: 208-629-7943
Caffe Luciano’s
Where: 3588 North Prospect Way, Garden City
Average Yelp rating: 3.9 stars
What Yelp reviewers say: “This is a cute, quaint spot for sure,” Yelp user Sean M. of Eagle said in his review of Caffe Luciano’s. He said his meal was “to die for” and there was “patio people watching galore” since the restaurant sits adjacent to the Greenbelt. Yelp user Diane C. of Idaho called the eatery a “great little spot on the river.”
Contact: 208-577-6010
The Yardarm
Where: 314 East 35th St., Garden City
Average Yelp rating: 4.2 stars
What Yelp reviewers say: The Yardarm is a “fun, small outdoor bar” next to the Greenbelt with “killer tacos” and “super sweet vibes,” Yelp user Katie E. of Indianapolis wrote in her review. Yelp user Billie G. of Boise praised the bar’s “perfect” location and “beach shack” atmosphere.
Note: Yardarm is closed for the colder months, but the bar expected to be open by Friday, March 20.
Acero’s Board and Bottles
Where: 801 West Main St., Boise
Average Yelp rating: 4.4 stars
What Yelp reviewers say: Yelp user Drew M. of Meridian “enjoyed a pleasant summer” dinner on Acero’s Board and Bottles’ patio, noting that the “food was awesome.” “The patio is the perfect people-watching spot, shaded by misters to stay cool and surrounded by a trendy, modern vibe,” Yelp user Amy M. of Boise wrote in her review.
Contact: 208-801-6896
Sandbar Patio Bar and Grill
Where: 2900 Chinden Blvd., Boise
Average Yelp rating: 3.1 stars
What Yelp reviewers say: Yelp user Cynthia V. of Houston stopped into this “lovely spot to grab a bite on the patio” to enjoy a view of the river and some “delicious food.” Yelp user Steve L. of Lebanon, Ohio, also enjoyed Sandbar Patio and Grill’s “great outdoor space.”
Contact: 208-343-1871
How did Yelp rank top 10 patio dining options in Boise?
To create its top 10 lists, Yelp highlights restaurants and other spots that are “currently most popular with Yelp users in that area,” Cece Rulon, senior public relations coordinator at Yelp, previously told McClatchy Media.
Rankings are “based on a combination of factors like overall rating, number of reviews, recent reviews, recent ratings and recent pageviews,” Rulon said.
This story was originally published March 22, 2026 at 4:00 AM.
