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Bar Gernika

202 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, Idaho 83702 USA

377 Reviews
$$
Reasonable
Closed Now
Opens Tue 4p
  • Independent
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    Accepted
  • Wheelchair
    Accessible
  • Outdoor
    Seating
  • Wifi
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“a fixture on the Basque Block for almost 20 years”

Bar Gernika has been a fixture on the Basque Block for almost 20 years and serves authentic Basque foods, wine and desserts. We have great sidewalk seating to enjoy the weather on The Basque Block. According to Boise Basques, the building at at 202 South Capitol Boulevard had been used as a Chinese laundry and then was Chin Joe Restaurant. The uses before it became a tavern were due to its proximity to the old Boise Chinatown, which has long disappeared with few remnants remaining. The building then became the Trade Dollar Bar, and in 1948, it became the Cub Tavern.  The Cub was a landmark in downtown Boise through the 50's and was able to survive the redevelopment frenzy of the 1970's. In the late 80's, through the foresight of Adelia Garro Simplot and Romaine Gailey Hon , the Cub building was saved by the Basque Cultural Center of Idaho, Inc. They agreed to lease the building to Dan Ansotegui for a restaurant that was originally to be named the Shepard's Son. Shortly afterward it became the Gernika Basque Pub and Eatery. Renovation of the "Cub" building was completed in 1990. The work was recognized by Preservation Idaho and was presented an Orchid Award for excellence in preservation. In January of 2008, Dan passed the Gernika torch to long time employee Jeff May. Jeff had been working for Dan at the restaurant since 1999, and at Dan's other venture, the Basque Market. 

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Andrew T.

Bar Gernika is still, after all these years, the place to go for some excellent food and drink, along with friendly and fast service. The ambiance can't be beat. We have lived in Boise for 30... Read more

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Brandon L.

The food here is no frill, good bar food. I ordered the Lamb Grinder which is pretty much a French Dip with cheese and lamb. The lamb was tough, but the dish was well seasoned. The toughness and... Read more

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Marc B.

An afternoon snack of 10-deep fried croquetas (butter, onion, chicken, flour and milk) served with sweet & sour Louisiana Tiger sauce. You can use Tabasco for spcie. The texture was excellent...... Read more

Bar Gernika

202 S Capitol Blvd
Boise, Idaho
83702 USA
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  • Tue, Wed: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Thu: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Fri, Sat: 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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