Neckar Coffee

When you walk into Neckar Coffee, it’s immediately clear: you’ve entered a space of taste. Aesthetically, yes. But also in flavor and philosophy. The first time we tried Neckar, we were almost mad it only came in an 8 oz cup, because it was that good. But as owner Grant explained, there’s a reason: the espresso-to-milk ratio is sacred. Nothing beats that perfect balance in an 8 oz pour. Like many Boise cafes, Neckar stands for more than just great coffee. It’s a space built around slowing down and showing up. Grant encourages customers to stop working, take a break, and come back for another cup face-to-face, not on autopilot. Swing by Necker. Sip slowly. Stay a while. And celebrate a business that’s choosing presence over pace.

A very modern style coffee shop in downtown, good vibe for a quick coffee, and it’s also pretty quite if you want to read a book or working with your laptop while enjoying drinks and some snacks. They offer teas and hard drinks as well, but I never had one. Overall an excellent coffee shop, highly recommended.

The location is a bit hidden but def close to other shops & places to eat. Neckar was the first place to pop up when I searched for local matcha lattes near me. Sadly, they were awaiting delivery so I decided to go with their chai latte as the staff recommended. It was quite spicy for my liking but still pretty good nonetheless.

This place is the best place in Boise. I came here for a year all the time when I lived in Boise, and the customer service always made my day. They knew my drink order and were always kind. Then I moved away and visited over a year later and they still recognized me and provided the best coffee ever. Mike is the best!!!

Absolutely amazing! The coffee was fantastic, I have never chugged coffee so quickly! The shot was perfect and the design was out of this world. Definitely will be coming back from visiting out of state. The coworkers were super friendly and greeted us with a warm smile too. 10/10

Need coffee or matcha? Go here, now, seriously RUN. Such a great atmosphere, really cool space, from the lighting to the tables. They have absolutely phenomenal coffee and even better service! You will definitely enjoy the coffee. I got a caramel latte, and their house made syrup is delicious. I’m from out of town, there is a similar amazing coffee shop at home, this was worth the long walk I had to get here.

Boise has an outstanding coffee scene, and Neckar tops the list. Modern and clean, yet incredibly welcoming and warm. You can tell that the team here truly cares about their craft - the coffee is phenomenal!

I’ve been going to Neckar for a few years now—first discovered it while walking downtown Boise with my wife. The name caught my attention (yes, the Necker Cube reference), and we walked in on a whim. I ordered my go-to cortado, and it was one of the best I’ve had, ever. Clean, balanced, dialed-in coffee with zero fluff—just skill. My wife’s more into complex drinks, and a barista on staff made something for her that she still talks about. That kind of intuitive, personal service is rare. What makes Neckar special is the consistency. Doesn’t matter how they brew it, their coffee is always grounded in excellence. It’s not just about caffeine; it’s about craft. And every barista on staff seems to get that. The whole team carries the same mindset: they’re not just making drinks, they’re inviting you into something they care about. As a business owner, I’ve used Neckar for everything: a quick work break, a quiet place to get out of the office, a meeting spot for clients, and a hangout with my wife. Somehow, it works for all of those moods. The space is welcoming, modern, and easy to focus in—but still warm, still Boise. I also love that I can buy their beans and bring a bit of that experience home. When I’m too busy to step out, I brew Neckar at the office—and it still feels like I’m part of their community. This place is one of the few where everything—product, people, space—just works. You won’t find pretense here, just good coffee made by great people.

A place that treats coffee like its an art! This our favorite espresso in town. Get the cortado if you want a higher espresso to milk ratio. It reminded me of flat whites from New Zealand. Every pastry we've tried has been incredible. There's a variety of seating including a large pine table, bar seating, and six bistro tables along the wall. Come here for a calm ambiance with personable service!

Legit espresso shop that provides excellent drinks that are on par with shops in Italy.

BEST COFFEE I HAVE EVER HAD! Great service and outlets at every table!! Great coffee, amazing pastries.

Good latte. Their ham & gruyere hand pie was light and tasty. The café is modern and spacious also cozy once you sit down to catch up with a friend or your saved news articles. The staff are very friendly and their service is very attentive as well.

Tasting cold brew coffee all over the US and this was in the top 10. Had to get a sticker to remember the shop.

This is one of my two favorite coffee spots in Boise. Every time I visit Boise I come here. I love sitting at the bar, having my espresso and chatting with the locals. The atmosphere is fantastic and the coffees are surprisingly good. Do business here, they respect you. Cheers.

Extraordinary Service. Perfectly press espresso. The Cortado is fantastic. Vibe is hip, fresh, upscale but not pretentious. Quality all the way! Thank you Where To Eat Guide for the recommendation!

Only place in Boise I've found that does a proper cup of tea. I've been in Taiwan, and very few places to proper tea like they do in Asia. This place does it. Including serving it in a beautiful pot or mug and on a gorgeous platter. It makes me so happy to be able to enjoy tea done right. Something that few places understand. I usually get the Sencha and it's wonderful. Also - staff are 100% awesome. Really friendly and cool. And great vibe. Nice art on the walls. Good music.

Love the atmosphere here. I am trying to find my home coffee shop and the vibes were all here. I love how the baristas new the regulars names and how they interacted with everyone. I had a ham and Gruyère pastry and it was super yummy! Loved my matcha and pour over!

A wonderful space, friendly and helpful service, and great coffee! We were passing through Boise on our road trip, and wanted to sit and have some coffee. After walking around for a bit we found this cafe. I ordered latte which was really good, but I fell in love with pumpkin cardamom loaf! I loved it so much I tried to re-create it once I got back home (it was good enough that it satisfied my craving). I wish this place near me!

Great place. Their matcha was pretty good. I would definitely go back to try their coffee

Fantastic coffee for the coffee enthusiast, nice ambience and a great spot for one on one meetings or dates. Service is fairly quick for the quality of coffee you're getting.

Just popped in this morning for the first time. I was greeted w a warm hello and great service. Our coffee was delicious! My latte was flavorful, creamy & foamy. My husband's fresh brewed coffee came strong & deep. The bakery offerings look beautiful & delicious. The cafe's atmosphere is lovely- fresh flowers, delicate flower stencils on the wall, clean, simple and bright. Great way to start the day! I'll be back!

Incredibly friendly workers; wonderful baked goods and nice coffee. Love the bar that they have for seating, tables are cozy (if you're someone that studies out and needs a whole table to yourself, get the bar or big table, since most of the others are smaller). Quieter ambiance, would come back again!

Always delicious coffee. Usually just get an iced vanilla latte and it's wonderful every time. Sometimes I come in to work for the calm vibe, but if you're feeling chatty you can sit at the bar and the staff is always nice!

Nice little coffee shop love the counter upscale coffee is good but a little pricey noticed that you have to ask for sugar almost seems like a faux pas. Definitely serious about their coffee.

Love Mike and all the baristas here truly. Lovely space and is always my spot to get a little work done

Went here on a Saturday afternoon and it wasn't busy! We were served right away, the employees were super nice. Really clean environment with great decor, not too loud of music, great place to study or work. I got a iced cappuccino w oat milk and their house caramel! It was one of my favorites I've ever gotten. Highly recommend this spot!

Love me a cute coffee shop! Stopped in for a chill morning coffee and really enjoyed the staff, service, ambiance, and of course the coffee too. Really great spot, and if I were local, I'd be here all the time!

This was the world's tiniest iced latte and was $7. I suggest going somewhere that caters to adults rather than only offering kids menu items. What a disappointment.

Still exploring Boise's many coffeeshops, and this is one of the great ones. Their coffee is bold, I ordered a Mocha, I love the combination of dark chocolate and coffee, and this one had a strong coffee flavor that chocolate compliments but doesn't cover. I also had a Cherry-Pistachio biscotti; very good. The lounge area is open and stylish, with earthy tones. Definitely one of my favorites.

Very cute restaurant, with sweet workers. We got breakfast and coffee one day then lunch another and it was all amazing!

Decent Coffee, amazing pretzels, mediocre service. If you're in for a good, simple cup of coffee and the best pretzel in Idaho, they know how to do it. I'm a coffee snob, so that's high praise from me. But this is not your shop if you want funky flavors. As for service... they have a "k here's your coffee now sit down and get out of my line of sight" attitude. There's nothing inherently wrong with that... Nobody's mean or inherently rude... but there's something to be said for the good old "here's your coffee/food, we hope you enjoy. Have a good day."

Very cute coffee shop in Boise. Was happy that they were open later as we were waiting for our table at a restaurant next door. The inside is beautiful and relaxing. Got just a small americano and it was delicious.

I have been to top coffee shops in Seattle, Netherlands, LA, San Fran, Austin, etc. and Neckar stacks with the best of them.

This is one of the best coffee shops in the entire treasure valley. It's a contemporary with flavorful coffee. I love how they use organic products to get the best quality out of your coffee. On top of that the barista's are amazing are informative with great vibes. They even explain how they like to extract the coffee and help you understand the science with the espresso machine. It's a place to just come and sit down and enjoy a cup of coffee and unwind.

Fantastic coffee!!! Wow! Love love love! I almost went back for a second the same day, but I wanted to also try the coffee place next door. A must try if you enjoy coffee! I am ordered a vanilla latte. It was a little more towards the bitter side, but I like it that way. They offer pastries, such as biscottis and sweet bread (such as a lemon ricotta slice). I have not yet tried the food.

great service and great staff interaction. Mike was great and cant wait to return. Super cool atmosphere and great pos vibes.

My favorite coffee joint in Boise. Laid back atmosphere and great service. My favorite drinks are the cold brew, iced matcha, and iced chai

The Atmosphere: inviting, open and bright The drinks: I was in Boise for multiple days and tried at least once chai every morning. This one I sadly found on my last morning. This was by far the best Chai I had on the trip. It was flavorful and smooth. The Service: The worker was extremely nice and answered all my questions regarding the chai before I ordered. The worker was funny and nice, as well as double checked how my chai was after I got it. Cleanliness: everything was very clean. Bathrooms: not sure Parking: parking was available along the street. Highlights: the service and the chai, by far the best on my trip.

What's that you say? Neckar Coffee finally has a storefront downtown at 10th and Main? Is it Christmas? Or my birthday? I've dug that sweet nectar of Neckar Coffee since the early days of Boise Saturday markets and their clean, white booth called to me. Whispers of "pour over" had me floating in for a sip. Now, I can float to a new spot decked out in velvet upholstery, a marble bar top and curvy glass lights. It's a sophisticated design palate that works well in complimenting their stellar coffee. I go for the straight, ol' Americano and am never disappointed. I've had a taste of a friend's oat milk latte and found it delightful and mellow. Served in understated ceramic mugs made special for Neckar, you'll marvel at the beautiful display when coffee meets cup. Just do it while the beverage is sitting on the table; those mugs can get roasty toasty. Feeling like a snack? Janjou, a local favorite, lends its pastry proficiency to the cause. Baristas are both cool AND kind, something to be lauded. There isn't tons of seating so you may have to throw some elbows when the place is hopping. Go during the afternoon before they shutter for the evening and have a bit of quiet, excellent in-house roasted coffee, and a sensory experience to add a bit of zen to your day.

Good latte, dog-friendly. Lots of power points if you just need to do a little work. They even brought water for the dog.

Great coffee, cool atmosphere, and friendly staff. This is a great place to have a cup and hang with a friend. The coffee was super smooth. They also pour latte art here which is a nice touch.

Amazed at the quality of coffee here. Both the latte and the americano were amazing. For the latte, it had enough bold flavor and did not taste bland. Space was also open, clean, and modern. Price seemed higher than some of the comparable cafes in the area.

Rolled in here specifically so the hubs could get a pour over. It was almost closing time but the barista sweetly let us order and stay while she was closing up. Drinks were spot on perfect. The pour over was done Petco for my snobby husband and I enjoyed a delicious mocha latte. Decor is fresh, simple and clean. Love the layout and tons of places to plug in.

This coffee shop is beautiful. I love how open it is and clean it is. The service was also good so nothing wrong with that. What wasn't so good was the the oat milk latte I ordered. Wow, it was bitter and sour. I must have gotten just a badly made one. Probably just an odd one out, but wow it was bad. I got it to go and tried and tried to just drink it thinking maybe it would get better, but it just didn't. :(

Not a good experience. Thought it was going to be good based on the reviews but it wasn't. The worker was rude, didn't even greet us when we approached, and wasn't very knowledgeable about coffee. We ordered a couple simple drinks and they didn't know what it was. I said that wasn't a problem and ordered a plain coffee. They continued to then make us feel bad that they didn't know the coffee we tried to order first. It wasn't a pleasant experience.

My girlfriend and I were visiting from the Bay Area, and we decided to try this place out for our daily coffee run. We saw a gentlemen holding the front door open, with his road bike and bike gear on. As we approached and tried to walk inside, he let us know that they were actually closed for the day. But! He kindly offered to bring us a menu and make our drinks anyway. Turns out he's the owner. Sadly I didn't ask his name. But I can't say enough about how cool of him it was to walk back inside, bike gear on and everything, and make drinks for us! Did I mention the drinks were fantastic?! Thank you!!

Best matcha latte in Boise. No the sugary crap you get in other places. This is true craftsmanship and I'm happy to find a place that delivers a high quality product. Gracias!

Food tasted great! The service was very nice and I loved the vibes of the place. Awesome place to do homework or just chill.

HIGH QUALITY COFFEE - GOOD WORK/STUDY SPOT - VERY QUIET Can yo I say bougiest coffee shop in Boise? This place could almost be on the cover of some interior design magazine. Clean lines, great color...wait am I reviewing a car or coffee shop? Coffee is on the upper end of what one should rationally spend on a cup o joe. Their espressos are killer, cappuccinos are bomb and the mochas are dangerous. Probably not the best place to chat. There's other spots for that in town. Most people at this spot are heads down working or studying. Probably not the best place to have a boisterous conversation and ruin the magazine cover vibe. Have been here several times and will definitely be back

Clean coffee shop to enjoy a weekend morning. The pine wood floors, white granite bistro tables, red velvet bench, and black tulip cups are the standard modern coffee shop; all done exceptionally well at Neckar. The shop is quiet with soft music playing and not too loud guests, a perfect place to have a nice work sesh or conversation. I asked for a flat white and the barista suggested a cordata based on the description. The drink was close but lacked the micro foam of a flat white, though it was still a very good drink. Very reasonable at $3.50 and would recommend to stop by for a drink.

I'm not surprised to see a place like this pop up in Boise, but as soon as Blue Bottle swoops in, they'll be done. It doesn't matter if your cafe looks like it belongs in Seattle or San Francisco if the service sucks. Took four people about 10-15 minutes to make one espresso drink with zero other people in line, and I was served a heavy dose of pretentiousness that I didn't order. Even that would've been somewhat tolerable if they hadn't completely scorched the milk in my cappuccino. Gave an extra star because the beans are good brewed at home. All bark and no bite. Go to Flying M instead -- better coffee, better service, hands down.

I have never had a bad, bitter or burnt cup of coffee at this place. The coffee is always so smooth and delicious. I have had the pour over and the Americano and both can be enjoyed sans my usual cream because they are so smooth. The decor is modern and sleek, a mix of mediums and Joanna Gaines worthy potted plants. The baristas have always been fast, courteous and professional. I have enjoyed every interaction. I have yet to enjoy a pastry, but they look amazing. Whether you have an hour to kill, or get it to go, Neckar coffee will make you feel comfortable and the right amount of jittery.

I had the Kenyan pour over. It was very good. The cafe has a bery clean, more modern feel. No outdoor seating. For some reason they don't leave the creamer out.

Hipster vibe coffee is good just charges an arm and a leg for 8 ounces of coffee though

Neat little coffee shop in downtown Boise.they have a good, straight forward drink selection and house made pastries. The baristas are super friendly. Definitely an A+ for service. I ended up trying the nitro cold brew. Really good. Smooth. No cream or sugar needed. Also got their sticky bun, which was to die for. If you're looking for a local run coffee shop with good drinks and pastries, with friendly service, a decent amount of seating with outlet access, this is the place to go. Free wifi as well.

Indigo & I love Neckar Coffee. I have an appreciation for marble and empty space. It's sort of a trend with coffee shops nowadays and I'm not mad at it. Neckar has the aesthetic I like so, naturally, it's one of my favorite places to grab a drink. I usually order a chai latte. Making a chai latte isn't difficult to do, it's just incredibly easy to get it wrong. Neckar doesn't get chai lattes wrong. I've had consistently good ones here, they're never drowning in sugar. Indigo likes to order the hot chocolate, iced. I've had a sip and it's something I'd order for myself. If you like chocolate, try it. My favorite thing about this place is the people. The owners and baristas make an effort to get to know their customers. Sit at the counter and have a chat, they won't bite. Neckar is like the effortlessly quirky hipster of coffee shops. It's baristas are quirky, it's instagram page is quirky, the sign outside is quirky, and its customers are quirky. My pro tip: Sit at the marble bar. Indigos pro tip: Hot chocolate on ice.

I chose Neckar for the good reviews but I was very disappointed. My girlfriend and I got an iced oat milk latte and a mocha. If you like oat milk I do not recommend getting it from here, the oat milk really clashed with the flavor of the espresso and made it pretty undrinkable. The mocha was okay but not special. The place had a cute aesthetic which is why I think it has so many good reviews but I really wouldn't recommend the coffee.