Sunday 3rd of April 2011 10:25:32 AM

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This place is located near some other Basque businesses & the Basque cultural center. I was glad I walked here as I did not see much parking. I guess Boise has/had a thriving community of Basque sheepherders who spent the spring and summer with the sheep in the meadows and then wintered in town.

As you enter you will see the exposed grill area directly in front of you and then a bar on your right. The bar is wood toped and seats about 10. There are some small tables against the opposite wall and then some larger tables in the rest of the L shaped space.

Over the bar you will notice about 200 espresso cups hung for decorative purposes. There are also some faux wood beams, exposed brick and plaster. Not fancy, but it works for me.

There is also a small terrace on the side street.

They have 5 taps, 3 of which rotate. They also offer 20 to 25 well-chosen crafts, 15 imports and some macros.

Highlights for me included 2009 Old Stock Cellar Reserve, Mikkeller Beer Geek Breakfast, Brewdog IPA, and La Trappe Quad.

The menu is a mix of American and Basque dishes. Note that they us 100 % organic beef and lamb in their dishes.

The bartender, cook and patrons are very friendly and beer knowledgeable. I stopped by here twice during my recent visit to Boise. This place is a great combination of a old world social club, cafe & bar. Check it out!