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Food scene
One of my favorite places to eat. Plus the Craft Lounge which is my favorite place to have a cocktail is located down stairs. This is local favorite.
59 locals recommend
Brick 29 Bistro
320 11th Ave SOne of my favorite places to eat. Plus the Craft Lounge which is my favorite place to have a cocktail is located down stairs. This is local favorite.
We usually only get take out because the service is slow but the food is very good.
9 locals recommend
JP Thailand Express
2025 12th Ave RdWe usually only get take out because the service is slow but the food is very good.
Very good food. Limited seating. Great Bloody Mary's on Sunday mornings. And Prime Rib 1st Friday of every month.
9 locals recommend
The Tower Grill
105 Municipal DrVery good food. Limited seating. Great Bloody Mary's on Sunday mornings. And Prime Rib 1st Friday of every month.
You must have reservations. Limited seating. I've never been able to walk in to eat. They will do take out if you are craving Italian and can't get a reservation.
Italianesque
1228 N Galleria DrYou must have reservations. Limited seating. I've never been able to walk in to eat. They will do take out if you are craving Italian and can't get a reservation.
Holy Cow
1226 1st St SIf you are craving a hamburger. Downtown Nampa.
If you are going to eat here, do call-ahead. They don't do reservations but will give you a call ahead number that basically holds your spot in line.
14 locals recommend
Texas Roadhouse
3801 E Fairview AveIf you are going to eat here, do call-ahead. They don't do reservations but will give you a call ahead number that basically holds your spot in line.
Popular place to go. Call ahead to see if you can get a seat.
28 locals recommend
Indian Creek Steakhouse
711 Main StPopular place to go. Call ahead to see if you can get a seat.
Close to our house if you are craving Mexican or a Margarita. They also will do a to-go order.
10 locals recommend
Chapala Mexican Restaurant
1201 S Vista AveClose to our house if you are craving Mexican or a Margarita. They also will do a to-go order.
Popular in Nampa. You may just have to wait a few minutes to get in.
19 locals recommend
MESA Tacos + Tequila
1213 1st St SPopular in Nampa. You may just have to wait a few minutes to get in.
Superb Sushi Thai Fusion
2306 12th Avenue RoadNot far from our house at all.
Downtown Nampa. You can buy pizza by the slice or an entire pizza. They also have a good salad bar.
24 locals recommend
Messenger Pizza
1224 1st St SDowntown Nampa. You can buy pizza by the slice or an entire pizza. They also have a good salad bar.
Yummy and the owners/managers are great supporters of our community.
7 locals recommend
Jalapeno's Bar & Grill
1921 Caldwell BlvdYummy and the owners/managers are great supporters of our community.
Paddles Up Poke Nampa
1217 1st St SDowntown Nampa. Casual dining.
Grit 2C
212 S Kimball AveVery yummy. Near Indian Creek Plaza in Caldwell.
Great BBQ. At times in the summer they have outside bands that are fun to go listen to while enjoying some amazing food.
The Block
215 14th Ave SGreat BBQ. At times in the summer they have outside bands that are fun to go listen to while enjoying some amazing food.
Starbucks
1324 12th Avenue RoadFor those of you who will only drink Starbucks. Don't worry, it is only 2.8 miles away.
Don't let the line in the drive through scare you. They are super fast and popular amongst the locals.
Dutch Bros
624 12th Ave RdDon't let the line in the drive through scare you. They are super fast and popular amongst the locals.
If you are doing any shopping at Costco or Target area, fun place to stop and have a drink or get a bite to eat.
WINGERS Restaurant & Alehouse
3541 N Eagle RdIf you are doing any shopping at Costco or Target area, fun place to stop and have a drink or get a bite to eat.
Entertainment
Nampa Civic Center
311 3rd St SKnown for their theatre and community events.
Idaho Center Arena
16114 N Idaho Center BlvdConcerts, Rodeo, Horse Show and Other activities
Labyrinth Escape Games
1213 1/2 1st St SLocated in downtown Nampa.
Located in Nampa. Also known as Defy. It is a trampoline park for kids and adults.
11 locals recommend
CircusTrix Idaho
1460 N Happy Valley RdLocated in Nampa. Also known as Defy. It is a trampoline park for kids and adults.
This is located in Caldwell and is becoming very popular. During winter months, they have a great light show. Lots of places to eat and drink near Indian Creek.
28 locals recommend
Indian Creek Plaza & Ice Skating Ribbon
120 S Kimball AveThis is located in Caldwell and is becoming very popular. During winter months, they have a great light show. Lots of places to eat and drink near Indian Creek.
Movie Theatre. You will find this near the Italian restaurant if you are looking for a date night.
10 locals recommend
Regal Edwards Nampa Gateway
1232 N Galleria DrMovie Theatre. You will find this near the Italian restaurant if you are looking for a date night.
Northwest Nazarene University
623 S University BlvdBasketball games and other activities.
Now called the Harward Recreation Center. In door swimming lanes, basketball courts, climbing wall, walking trail, weights, equipment, etc.. They sell day passes and punch cards if you are going to be here awhile. Closest gym to my house.
8 locals recommend
Nampa Recreation Center
131 Constitution WayNow called the Harward Recreation Center. In door swimming lanes, basketball courts, climbing wall, walking trail, weights, equipment, etc.. They sell day passes and punch cards if you are going to be here awhile. Closest gym to my house.
Warhawk Air Museum
201 Municipal DrWant to learn about WW2. This is the place to go.
I haven't been there but they are a parent supervised play center located at the Nampa Gateway Center offering play passes
6 locals recommend
Jabbers
1210 N Galleria DrI haven't been there but they are a parent supervised play center located at the Nampa Gateway Center offering play passes
Fun activity if you haven't done it before. It is located next to the Reel theatre. The Reel Theatre is an affordable theatre in Nampa.
Precision Axe Range
2108 Caldwell BlvdFun activity if you haven't done it before. It is located next to the Reel theatre. The Reel Theatre is an affordable theatre in Nampa.
I haven't been for a while. The last time I was there they had a place to eat inside as well.
Nampa Bowl
485 Caldwell BlvdI haven't been for a while. The last time I was there they had a place to eat inside as well.
Wahooz Family Fun Zone
1385 S Blue Marlin Ln20 min drive from my home for family fun.
Great place to go to cool down in the summer. Fun slides for the kids or family. Lazy River for those that just want to relax.
89 locals recommend
Roaring Springs Water Park
400 W Overland RdGreat place to go to cool down in the summer. Fun slides for the kids or family. Lazy River for those that just want to relax.
Boise State University
1910 W University DrFor BSU Football games and Taco Bell Arena for concerts.
We are getting more and more animals there. They let kids feed the Giraffe which is pretty cool.
159 locals recommend
Zoo Boise
355 Julia Davis DrWe are getting more and more animals there. They let kids feed the Giraffe which is pretty cool.
This place is all about cool science. They have all sorts of exhibits that you can touch. Super fun if you have not ever been there.
73 locals recommend
Discovery Center of Idaho
131 W Myrtle StThis place is all about cool science. They have all sorts of exhibits that you can touch. Super fun if you have not ever been there.
Morrison Center
2201 W Cesar Chavez LnA concert house for concerts and theatre.
This is a bit of a drive. 1 hour 23 minutes. But popular amongst locals who want to go to the mountains for the day and go do something fun.
21 locals recommend
Starlight Mountain Theatre
850 S Middlefork RdThis is a bit of a drive. 1 hour 23 minutes. But popular amongst locals who want to go to the mountains for the day and go do something fun.
Performing Arts Outside. What is there not to like. You have been able to bring in your own food and beverages. Be sure to check if that is still the case.
81 locals recommend
Idaho Shakespeare Festival
5657 E Warm Springs AvePerforming Arts Outside. What is there not to like. You have been able to bring in your own food and beverages. Be sure to check if that is still the case.
Downtown Nampa has a cigar lounge. I haven't been but I know that is popular amongst those that smoke cigars.
V-Cut Lounge
217 14th Avenue SouthDowntown Nampa has a cigar lounge. I haven't been but I know that is popular amongst those that smoke cigars.
Want a quick day or evening trip into the Mountains? Idaho City is not that far. I go for day hiking trips to Idaho City regularly. It takes just over 1 hour to get here. This is a very hot springs is well maintained.
54 locals recommend
The Springs
3742 ID-21Want a quick day or evening trip into the Mountains? Idaho City is not that far. I go for day hiking trips to Idaho City regularly. It takes just over 1 hour to get here. This is a very hot springs is well maintained.
Culture center is to preserve and promote our Basque history and culture.
31 locals recommend
Basque Museum & Cultural Center
611 W Grove StCulture center is to preserve and promote our Basque history and culture.
If you have a green thumb you will love this place. They also have great outside concerts in the summer.
124 locals recommend
Idaho Botanical Garden
2355 N Old Penitentiary RdIf you have a green thumb you will love this place. They also have great outside concerts in the summer.
We have a small Human Rights Memorial in Boise that is worth checking out.
37 locals recommend
Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial
770 S 8th StWe have a small Human Rights Memorial in Boise that is worth checking out.
Although it sounds like they do only foot massages, it is not true. They do body massages at an affordable price. If you are looking for something to do as a couple you may enjoy this. Near Texas Roadhouse and the Reel Theatre if you want to do a long couples day.
Magical Foot Spa Nampa
2108 Caldwell BoulevardAlthough it sounds like they do only foot massages, it is not true. They do body massages at an affordable price. If you are looking for something to do as a couple you may enjoy this. Near Texas Roadhouse and the Reel Theatre if you want to do a long couples day.
This cooking class is popular for couples to do together and they are always teaching something new for people to enjoy
Sur La Table
East Fairview AvenueThis cooking class is popular for couples to do together and they are always teaching something new for people to enjoy
Shopping
The Village at Meridian
3597 E Monarch Sky LnPopular place for food, shopping and drinks.
Mall with lots of shopping and places to eat. If you love cheesecake, "The Cheesecake Factory" is located at this mall.
71 locals recommend
Boise Town Square
350 N Milwaukee StMall with lots of shopping and places to eat. If you love cheesecake, "The Cheesecake Factory" is located at this mall.
Hiking and Outside Activities
About a 25 mile drive to a waterfall. Common for us locals to go out there in the summertime for a drive, hike and scenery.
9 locals recommend
Jump Creek Falls Trail Head
About a 25 mile drive to a waterfall. Common for us locals to go out there in the summertime for a drive, hike and scenery.
About 34 min from our house. Great place to get your lungs and legs working. During the summer, I am there often.
20 locals recommend
Camels back trail
About 34 min from our house. Great place to get your lungs and legs working. During the summer, I am there often.
Are you into hiking? Great to hike to the Cross. Lots of photo opportunities.
195 locals recommend
Table Rock
3199 E Table Rock RdAre you into hiking? Great to hike to the Cross. Lots of photo opportunities.
Wilson Creek Trails
Wilson Creek RoadVery close to our house. Great place to take a walk and check out some wildlife.
Just a hop skip and a jump from our house. Popular for boating and swimming in the summer and there are lots of trails around the lake.
24 locals recommend
Lake Lowell
Just a hop skip and a jump from our house. Popular for boating and swimming in the summer and there are lots of trails around the lake.
A nice hiking trail with rolling hills. Lots of birds to see. There is also a refuge visitor center.
Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge Admin Building And Visitor Contact Station
13751 Upper Embankment RdA nice hiking trail with rolling hills. Lots of birds to see. There is also a refuge visitor center.
Osborne Park
2830 South Avondale AvenueFrisbee Golf Nampa
West Park
27 South Park DriveFrisbee Golf and activities for kids
Wilson Creek Trails
Wilson Creek RoadGreat place for mountain biking, hiking and dog friendly.
One of my favorite hikes. 20 min drive. Use the app "All Trails" to find lots of local trails.
China Ditch Road
China Ditch RoadOne of my favorite hikes. 20 min drive. Use the app "All Trails" to find lots of local trails.
Lucky Peak State Park
74 Arrow Rock RoadA fun place to visit in the summer time to cool off.
Cocktails, Beer and Wineries
My favorite place for a drink. Speak easy in downtown Nampa. Happy Hour is from 3 to 6.
12 locals recommend
Craft Lounge
320 11th Ave SMy favorite place for a drink. Speak easy in downtown Nampa. Happy Hour is from 3 to 6.
Located in downtown Nampa. Numerous beers and ciders on tap.
18 locals recommend
PreFunk Beer Bar Nampa
1214 1st St SLocated in downtown Nampa. Numerous beers and ciders on tap.
Koenig Vineyards
21452 Hoskins RdThey are also a distillery. And make great Vodka.
Sawtooth Winery & Tasting Room
19348 Lowell RdOne of my favorite wineries for the outside view.
Vizcaya Winery
8987 South Greenhurst RoadAlso very close to our home. 5.4 miles or 9 minutes. Located in Kuna Idaho
The closest winery to our house. 5.6 miles or 9 minutes. Located in Kuna.
13 locals recommend
Indian Creek Winery
1000 N McDermott RdThe closest winery to our house. 5.6 miles or 9 minutes. Located in Kuna.
Downtown Nampa. Some would consider a dive. Have local bands and musicians playing regularly. Numerous beers on tap.
7 locals recommend
Crescent Brewery
1521 Front StDowntown Nampa. Some would consider a dive. Have local bands and musicians playing regularly. Numerous beers on tap.
One of my favorite places to go for a Bloody Mary on Sundays. They do allow smoking so beware. Known in Nampa as a biker bar. I've always felt safe there. As well, they do lots of fundraisers for local causes.
Slicks Bar
525 East Karcher RoadOne of my favorite places to go for a Bloody Mary on Sundays. They do allow smoking so beware. Known in Nampa as a biker bar. I've always felt safe there. As well, they do lots of fundraisers for local causes.
Nothing to do on Thursday night. Head out to the Tango for Karaoke. Country Bar. Lots of fun. I just love their counters. Amazing craftmanship.
Tango Saloon
404 U.S. 95Nothing to do on Thursday night. Head out to the Tango for Karaoke. Country Bar. Lots of fun. I just love their counters. Amazing craftmanship.
Swirl Wine Shop & Lounge
114 13th Avenue SouthY Knot support a new local business in downtown Nampa.
Dog Park
If your dog needs a bit more activity this is the place to go! Ponds, paths and other dogs to play with.
7 locals recommend
Nampa Dog Park
2900 2nd St SIf your dog needs a bit more activity this is the place to go! Ponds, paths and other dogs to play with.
Golf
Public Course. 18 Holes and very close to our home. Overlooks Lake Lowell. 6 miles a 10 min drive.
RedHawk Public Golf Course
12225 S Hunters Point DrPublic Course. 18 Holes and very close to our home. Overlooks Lake Lowell. 6 miles a 10 min drive.
Centennial Golf Course
2600 Centennial DrPublic Course. 18 Holes.
Ridgecrest Golf Club
3730 Ridgecrest DrPublic Course. 9 holes.
Purple Sage Golf Course
15192 Purple Sage RdLocated in Caldwell. But many people in Nampa love this course.