Entry No. 40 — the Boise file — filed under: speakeasy-bar

8 Horses Lounge

Tucked into the basement of the historic former Boise City National Bank, this lounge keeps the building's banking past visible, including the original 15-ton vault door, a smaller vault, and old signage. The space is arranged like a cozy living room with a hidden wine vault and seating for small groups, built for conversation over wine and craft cocktails. The name nods to the eight horses that hauled the sandstone blocks used to build the five-story facade above.

The move: Descend into the old bank basement, claim seats near the 15-ton vault door, and work through the unusual wine list together.

📍 Before you go Open Tue-Sat afternoons/evenings; closed Sun-Mon. Located in the basement beneath Fork restaurant.

• 📍 Downtown Boise
• 💸 $$
• ⚡ Up for anything
• 🌗 Indoors

Where: 199 N 8th St (805 W Idaho building), Boise, ID 83702

Hours: Added 2026-06-24 — confirm current hours before you go.

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last checked: 2026-06-24