Wine & Dine

The Tower Grill

Breakfast with a view—grab your morning stack of pancakes or the monster A‑10 Warthog Burrito on a patio overlooking the runway. Friendly vibe, airport charm, and plane-spotting fun make it a morning favorite.
📍105 Municipal Dr

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The Egg Factory

With a reputation for big breakfast flavors and classic dishes like omelets and pancakes, this cheerful cafe is consistently rated a top spot for morning eats in Nampa.
📍16011 Idaho Center Blvd & 📍820 Caldwell Blvd.

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Café de Coco

A charming wake-up spot in downtown Nampa, serving homemade quiche, wraps, salads, and desserts alongside coffee, tea, and specialty drinks—all in a warm, boutique-style setting.

📍117 13th Ave S

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The Griddle

A casual, no-fuss breakfast and lunch spot with hearty classics and a friendly atmosphere. Think fluffy pancakes and omelets—perfect for a satisfying start to your day.
📍1124 Caldwell Blvd

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Messenger Pizza & Brewery

Handcrafted pizzas with bold flavors, local brews, and a chill downtown vibe. Grab a slice, share a pie, or pair it with one of their house-brewed beers. A laid-back hangout for families, foodies, and friends.
📍1224 1st St S
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Longboard Pizza

Surf’s up at this beach-themed pizza joint known for giant slices, bold combos, and laid-back vibes. Quick, tasty, and family-friendly—perfect for an easy meal or group hangout.
📍849 S Rising Sun Dr
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Flying Pie Pizzaria

A local legend for build-your-own pies, big flavor, and plenty of personality. With classic toppings, late hours, and rotating specials, it’s a fun spot for casual eats and pizza lovers.
📍1021 12th Ave S
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Westside Pizza

Fast, flavorful pizza with crowd-pleasing combos and daily deals. Their motto? “It’s all about the pizza”—and it shows, with everything from classic pepperoni to loaded specialty pies.
📍Multiple Nampa locations
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Idaho Pizza Company

A local favorite with an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, award-winning salad bar, and hearty pizzas for the whole crew. Great value and perfect for big appetites.
📍Multiple Nampa locations
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Smoky Mountain Pizzeria Grill

More than pizza—this family-friendly spot serves up hand-tossed pies, pasta, burgers, and a full bar. Known for cozy vibes, happy hour specials, and great service.
📍2007 N Cassia St
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Holy Cow Idaho

A craft-burger paradise downtown with locally sourced beef on toasted brioche buns. Pair your classic or mouthwatering “Sam Elliott” burger with a local brew. A hip spot for burger lovers who want quality and atmosphere.
📍1226 1st St S
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Blazen Burgers

Hand-pattied daily and delivered by local owners Brad & Tami, this cozy corner joint serves fresh, inventive burgers, shakes & gluten-free buns. A classic hometown spot with big flavor since 2004.
📍216 1st Ave S
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Wheeler’s Handout

Home of the long “Wheeler Squealer” and voted “Best Burgers in Nampa.” Expect juicy patties, spicy cheese curds, shakes—and a charming, family-run vibe that keeps the locals coming back.
📍215 Caldwell Blvd
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Smashburger

Fresh, hand-smashed Certified Angus Beef burgers served fast with bold toppings and fanatic rosemary-garlic SmashFries. Plus creamy Häagen-Dazs shakes—pure indulgence on the go.
📍1467 Caldwell Blvd
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Habit Burger & Grill

Known for char-grilled, made-to-order charburgers, this chain offers flavorful specialty burgers, crispy fries, shakes, and a friendly drive-thru vibe. A fast-casual staple off the Marketplace.
📍16291 N Marketplace Blvd
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Birreria El Semáforo

A vibrant birria spot by the Idaho Center serving deeply flavorful, slow-cooked beef in tacos, bowls, or quesabirria. Now featuring cocktails at the bar and fresh takes on classic Mexican street eats.
📍5830 E Franklin Rd
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Mariscos El Viejón

Authentic Sinaloa-style seafood dishes like ceviche, shrimp tacos, and fish cocktails. Full bar, bold flavors, and a fun, relaxed atmosphere make this a go-to for seafood lovers.
📍1125 Caldwell Blvd
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Mesa Tacos + Tequila

A vibrant downtown taco & cocktail bar serving creative tacos, agave-driven margaritas, and brunch (10‑3 Sat–Sun). Industrial-chic space meets bold flavors—plus a lively atmosphere with indoor/outdoor seating.
📍1213 1st St S

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Aguililla Restaurant

A family-owned gem serving authentic Sinaloa-style tacos, burritos, ceviche, and more since 2002. Casual vibe with efficient service and generous flavors that locals say “taste like Grandma made it.”
📍324 11th Ave N

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Casa Robles

Winner of Idaho’s Best Mexican Restaurant, this longtime favorite serves fresh Mexican classics, from desayuno to burritos and carne asada fries. Enjoy a full bar and daily happy hour (4‑6 pm).
📍3143 E Greenhurst

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Chapala Mexican Restaurant

Family‑run and committed to quality, Chapala dishes up authentic Mexican flavors using fresh ingredients daily. Expect savor-packed entrees like carne asada and mole in a warm, friendly setting.
📍525 Caldwell Blvd

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Jalapeños Bar & Grill

A vibrant, full‑bar Mexican spot since 2006 offering homestyle dishes, margaritas, and cocktails. With banquet space for groups and outdoor seating, it’s a go‑to for family dinners and celebrations.
📍1921 Caldwell Blvd

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Tacos El Rey

A street‐taco haven with barbacoa, pastor, carnitas, and more served till late. Casual, flavorful, and always bustling—this is the place locals go for real taco vibes.
📍2707 Garrity Blvd
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Krung Thai Restaurant & Sushi Bar

Can’t decide between Thai or sushi? Have both. Krung Thai offers killer curries and fresh rolls, all served in a stylish space with an open kitchen and great lunch deals.
📍3008 Garrity Blvd

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Little Saigon

A hidden gem for pho lovers. From savory broth to crispy egg rolls, this cozy Vietnamese spot delivers comfort in every bowl. Consistently delicious and family-run.
📍1305 2nd St S, Ste 100

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Hong Kong Restaurant

Serving Nampa since 1962, this local legend dishes out old-school Cantonese favorites in a no-frills, all-flavor setting. Loyal regulars swear by the almond chicken.
📍100 12th Ave S

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Shanghai Restaurant

Affordable, reliable, and loaded with flavor—Shanghai is the kind of Chinese place where the portions are big, the menu is endless, and the egg rolls hit just right.
📍332 Caldwell Blvd

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Ming Hao Restaurant

Old-school charm meets Chinese comfort food. From moo shu pork to hot and sour soup, this spot is all about big portions and nostalgic flavors in a laid-back space.
📍3107 Garrity Blvd

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City Buffet

A massive all-you-can-eat buffet with everything from Chinese classics and Mongolian BBQ to sushi, seafood, and American comfort food. Come hungry—this place is a favorite for families, picky eaters, and anyone who wants a little of everything.

📍2108 Caldwell Blvd

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Mongolian Fire Grill

A fun, interactive take on Mongolian BBQ where you build your own stir-fry from fresh meats, veggies, and sauces, then watch chefs sizzle your creation on a hot grill. It’s healthy, customizable, and family-friendly—perfect for a casual group dinner.

📍1220 N Jacob Alcott Way

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BREWERIES

Crescent Brewery

A cozy, family-run brewery under the bridge known for a rotating lineup of craft beers and a welcoming taproom atmosphere perfect for groups or solo tastings.
📍1521 Front St

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Mother Earth Brew Co.

A spacious tasting room inside their Idaho production brewery, featuring 18 taps of fresh craft beer, including year-round staples, seasonal releases, and experimental small-batch brews. Family and dog-friendly with a laid-back vibe, it’s a go-to spot for beer lovers.

📍1428 Madison Ave

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PreFunk Beer Bar

A laid-back beer bar with over 20 rotating taps of local and regional brews. It’s a come-as-you-are hangout for beer fans looking to sample rare finds, fill a growler, or meet up with friends.
📍1214 1st St S

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Pub and Putt

Part mini-golf, part pub, this quirky local spot features 24 craft beers on tap, pizza, and a relaxed vibe. Family-friendly during the day, adults-only after 7 pm—beer and a putter, anyone?

📍1215 2nd St S

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WINE BARS

Swirl Wine Shop & Lounge

A cozy, upscale spot offering curated wines by the glass or bottle, cocktails, and whiskey. Known for its relaxed vibe, live music nights, and an inviting downtown lounge atmosphere.

📍116 13th Ave S

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Texas Roadhouse

A lively, family-friendly steakhouse famous for hand-cut steaks, Southwestern sides, and line-dancing servers that bring a fun, upbeat Southern vibe. Don’t skip the cinnamon-butter rolls or “Wild West Wednesday” specials!
📍1830 Caldwell Blvd

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Outback Steakhouse

An Aussie-inspired casual steakhouse offering bold cuts like Bone-In Ribeye and Victoria’s Filet, paired with spirited drinks and a welcoming atmosphere—perfect for family dinners or date night.
📍2011 W Karcher Rd

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Brick 29 Bistro

A New American restaurant with a top-floor, industrial-chic vibe serving elevated takes on comfort food like Angus ribeye, flat-iron steak, and filet mignon, paired with local cocktails, wine, and scenic downtown views.
📍320 11th Ave S, Ste 300

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The Syringa Cocktail Lounge

A sophisticated yet relaxed cocktail and coffee destination, offering a full menu of coffee drinks, teas, and organic energy drinks. By night, it transforms into a lounge with $8 classics, whiskey flights, tequila nights, and a happy hour special: two cocktails and a charcuterie board for $25.

📍108 12th Ave S

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The Sick Stag

A sophisticated yet relaxed cocktail and coffee destination, offering a full menu of coffee drinks, teas, and organic energy drinks. By night, it transforms into a lounge with $8 classics, whiskey flights, tequila nights, and a happy hour special: two cocktails and a charcuterie board for $25.

📍108 12th Ave S

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Craft Lounge

A hidden gem nestled in the historic 1919 Masonic Building. This speakeasy-style bar is tucked inside Brick 29 Bistro and is known for handcrafted cocktails made from scratch, featuring house-made bitters and tonic. Favorites include the Huckleberry Lemon Drop and the Tequila–Pineapple Girl Crush.

📍320 11th Ave S

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The V-Cut Lounge

A premium cigar lounge offering a curated selection of fine cigars, top-shelf spirits, and classic cocktails. With upscale seating, private lockers, and a relaxed vibe, it’s Nampa’s go-to for a refined smoke and sip experience.

📍217 14th Avenue South

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4T Sports Bar

4T Sports Bar is your go-to hangout for great food, cold drinks, and all the game-day action. Whether you’re catching the big game or just relaxing with friends, this local favorite serves up good vibes and even better tacos and wings.
📍112 13th Ave S

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Jak*s Place

Jak*s Place is a cozy neighborhood grill serving scratch-made dishes from half‑pound burgers and chicken‑fried steak to fresh salmon, hand‑cut finger steaks, and vegan/gluten‑friendly options. Wind down with a cocktail, cold beer, or glass of wine. Live music livens up the patio and happy hour runs daily from 3–6!
📍6026 Birch Ln

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The Getaway

The Getaway is a friendly neighborhood bar & grill known for its hearty burgers, signature wraps and dips, and laid‑back pub atmosphere. Weekly highlights include Friday‑Saturday DJ and live music nights, happy hour specials, and an outdoor patio perfect for chill hangs.
📍512 12th Ave Rd

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Dave’s Firehouse

Dave’s Firehouse is a cozy, no-frills sports pub serving up cold drinks, juicy burgers, and classic bar eats. With TVs around the bar, it’s a local favorite for game days, casual hangs, and catching up with friends over a cold one.
📍423 E Karcher Rd

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WINGERS Restaurant & Alehouse

WINGERS Restaurant & Alehouse is the spot for bold flavors, cold beer, and nonstop sports action. Known for their sticky fingers, wings, and burgers, it’s a laid-back place to watch the game, grab a bite, and enjoy happy hour with friends.

📍16250 N Marketplace Blvd

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The Tilted Ace Sports Bar

The Tilted Ace Sports Bar is your neighborhood hangout with a laid-back vibe, cold drinks, and wall-to-wall sports. Enjoy pool, darts, and friendly service while you catch the game or kick back with regulars who feel like family.

📍306 N Kings Rd

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Bottega Toscana

A boutique-style Italian market and eatery offering handmade pasta, sauces, espresso, and a curated selection of imported Tuscan goods. Authentic recipes, cozy ambiance, and warm hospitality straight from Italy.
📍905 12th Ave S
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Italianesque

A hidden gem rated 4.6 on Tripadvisor, this modern Italian bistro offers flavorful flatbreads, inventive pasta dishes, and an intimate, artful setting perfect for date night.
📍1228 N Galleria Dr

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Italian To Go

Classic Italian eats with convenient, family-style combos. Featuring fresh dough, house-made sauces, garlic rolls, and generous portions—perfect for pickup or a quick, cozy dinner.
📍122 12th Ave S
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