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The Lively, Boise, ID

The Lively

4.7 (598)
$31 to $50
American
505 W Bannock St, Boise, ID 83702-5917

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Located just blocks from the Capitol Building, we'll welcome you with graceful, genuine hospitality into our home. Our culinary experience draws its inspiration from the bounty of the region. Our classic cocktails are sophisticated and our craft cocktails are beguiling. Our hope is simple- to invite you again and again to eat, drink and be lively.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Continental
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (208) 209-5503
  • Website
    https://www.thelivelyboise.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Edward Higgins
  • Location
    505 W Bannock St, Boise, ID 83702-5917
  • Neighborhood
    Boise
  • Cross street
    5th and Bannock
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea at The Lively

    $50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 7, 2025 only
    Enjoy an enchanting Saturday afternoon with our Lively Afternoon Tea on June 7th! This special event features your choice of fine organic teas and a selection of handmade sweet and savory treats crafted by our culinary team. For our gluten-free guests, we offer a limited number of gluten-free tickets—please be sure to select this option when booking! Caviar and bottles of bubbly and champagne are available for pre-purchase and can be selected at booking as add-ons. Cocktails and other bottles are available a la carte during the event. Greet the weekend with family and friends in style in our bright, beautiful dining room. Tickets are limited and go quickly, so book today! This event is non-refundable.
    Afternoon Tea at The Lively Photo

  • Long Shadows Wine Dinner

    $125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 11, 2025 only
    Join us for an unforgettable evening of exceptional wine and elevated cuisine as The Lively proudly presents a Long Shadows Vintners Wine Dinner, celebrating the artistry and innovation of one of Washington State’s most acclaimed wineries. Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted 4-course dinner, beginning with an elegant amuse-bouche, all designed to complement the structure and nuance of the Long Shadow wine pairings. Featured Wines: 2023 Julia’s Dazzle Rosé 2024 Poet’s Leap Riesling 2019 Chester-Kidder Red Wine 2020 Sequel Syrah 2021 Feather Cabernet Sauvignon Our culinary team has tailored a menu to bring out the best in each glass, balancing sophistication with bold, seasonal flavors. Seating is limited — reserve your place at the table today.
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  • Sushi in the Speakeasy

    $150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 2, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    A unique six course sushi dinner with eye-opening sake pairings, curated by our Executive Chef Edward Higgins. Dinner begins at 6:00pm and is set in the exclusive Bar No. 40—The Lively's hidden Speakeasy! Seats are VERY LIMITED and the menu is different every time so don't miss your chance; BOOK NOW! Please note that this specialty meal is prepared with specific ingredients and techniques that cannot be altered to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. These tickets are also non-refundable.
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Menu

The Lively's menu was last updated on 2/1/2022.

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What 598 people are saying

The Lively reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Idaho

    Good for special occasions

  • Idaho

    Lively

  • Idaho

    American

  • Boise

    Best Ambiance

  • Boise

    Innovative

  • Boise

    Romantic

  • Boise

    Good for special occasions

  • Boise

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lively offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the atmosphere's elegance and charm. Standout dishes include Nonna's meatballs and prime rib, complemented by desserts like Basque cheesecake and coffee donuts. Perfect for memorable occasions, this restaurant is a must-visit in Boise.

598 Reviews

  1. Sandra

    Boise6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was good. You should know that the menu is very limited but delicious. Did not like our table near the stairs

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  2. Ramona

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you. My friend and I had a wonderful time. Service was amazing. Very friendly and attentive. Food and drinks were delicious.

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  3. Nathan

    Boise5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    They seem to be out of multiple food options that night, especially desserts. The steak I had was amazing and so was the cheesecake though.

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  4. Stephanie

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food, drinks and service! We had family visiting and wowed them. They can't stop talking about the chocolate chip cookies.

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  5. Kristi

    Anchorage / Alaska1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service. My only suggestion is to bring back the famous bolognese lasagna.

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  6. Claire VIP

    Los Angeles10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Lively has great ambiance and service. The food falls just short. The tenderloin was a little salty and overdone. Medium not medium rare. The bolognese was under seasoned and a little bland. The cocktails were good. With so many great new restaurants probably won’t go back.

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  7. Jeff

    Boise5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to The Lively. What a truly incredible experience. From the moment we walked in until the final bite of dessert, everything was exquisite. Delicious food, wonderful service, delightful atmosphere. We will definitely be back!

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  8. Jennifer VIP

    San Diego101 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the venue! Very calming and elegant inside. Staff was amazing! Our waitress ….Mindy …(I believe) was phenomenal! I got the yellowtail appetizer. Although it was a beautiful presentation….i thought it was too sweet. Would have loved a bit of a kick. We ordered the raviolo to share pre dinner but neither of us liked it much. My friend got the chicken. She loved it. I got the bolognese. It fell short to me. Waitress was very kind and swapped out my dinner for the chicken. ALL OF THE FOOD PRESENTATION WAS BEAUTIFUL! Dessert was definitely the best! I got the coffee and donuts. Both were great….but the donuts reminded me of my mom’s homemade donuts! I could have finished by sharing 4-6 of those only OR JUST 4 donuts and a real coffee. The “coffee” part of the donut desert was yummy but too much for one person! I highly suggest sharing!!!! Overall a great experience! Again ….the staff was fantastic!!!!! Thanks for a wonderful evening. Looking forward to returning for an afternoon tea!!!!

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  9. Holly

    Boise1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tea experience was phenomenol. They had caffeine and decafe choices and the small signature tea pieces were delicious and very filling. We enjoyed our time and server.

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  10. Dana

    Boise1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we didn't have food so I can't accurately rate it! the review forced me to rate the food or I couldn't continue. drinks a really good but a bit 9ver priced I'd say comparatively- we've had drinks at a lot of places! service was good and fast!

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FAQs

The Lively offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (208) 209-5503.

The Lively is rated 4.7 stars by 598 OpenTable diners.

The Lively does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Lively

505 W Bannock St, Boise, ID 83702-5917

Additional information

  • Cross street
    5th and Bannock
  • Neighborhood
    Boise
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Continental
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Edward Higgins
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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