The Wylder

Stopped by The Wylder recently for lunch and was really impressed overall. I went with the fried chicken sandwich and paired it with their house salad. The sandwich was crispy and flavorful, with a nice kick from the spicy mustard & apples and a soft bun that held everything together. The house salad was fresh and well-dressed—a perfect light balance to the richness of the sandwich. Portions were generous, and everything came out looking appetizing. Service stood out as a highlight here. Our server was friendly, attentive, and quick with refills and check-ins, which made the meal feel easy and relaxed. Even though the place was busy, we never felt rushed or overlooked. Atmosphere-wise, The Wylder has a casual vibe but is spotlessly clean and comfortable. The decor is modern but not over-the-top, and it felt like the kind of spot you could hang out in for a while. All in all, a great spot for a casual meal downtown. Solid food, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere. I’ll definitely be back to try more of the menu! —Visited May 2025

I took my entire family to this restaurant because my aunt had gifted me a gift card for my recent birthday. The food and service here were excellent. The meatballs were giant, and they made their own tomato sauce fresh. The Harissa Wings tasted like a fresh, slightly spicy orange chicken. Their in-house ranch is also delicious. My adult son, who never likes ranch, loved it here. My friend enjoyed the cauliflower and chickpeas best. It was perfectly cooked and the sauce was tasty. The pizza we liked best was the honeybadger and yaya's house. They also made a great pepperoni pizza (two of my son's don't like to adventure with their food). It is pretty spendy, but you get what you pay for- fresh ingredients that take time to prepare. The parking is difficult, but that's pretty typical for downtown Boise anyway. We all enjoyed our late lunch here.

We came to this restaurant perhaps expecting too much. Service was great considering the busy lunch hour, wine was good, water tasted very clean and fresh, and the sourdough was excellent :) Unfortunately, the toppings on the pizza were disappointing. The Margherita pizza was oversalted, and the mushroom pizza was sopping wet. I don't think I'll go back, at least not for the pizza.

Wow! Some of the best pizza we've had since Napoli! That crust is next level good. Perfectly crispy, yet flavorful. Well aged. The flavor combinations are unreal. The honey badger was not normal for me to choose, but its popularity won me over. It did not disappoint. The Italian sausage, fresh ricotta, and spicy honey was such a genius combo. Love it! The Margherita pizza with added burrata was perfection. The kale caesar was a surprise hit. Perfectly balanced and flavorful. The wife loved her cocktails (boulevardier). Our server, Kendall, was a gem. She was the perfect host to a perfect meal.

Such a great pizzeria in the heart of Boise. It’s been on my list for a while now and I finally got to stop by. Cool city vibe without being pretentious. Excellent hosting and table service. I came with lots of questions and our server nailed every one of them. The salads and appetizers are bursting with flavor and thoughtful preparation. And the sourdough pizza crust is made with skill and love. Light, crispy, tender and digestible. A real gem. They have won best pizza in Idaho, and for good reason. I do think their prices were a little low for the quality they served up, but I won’t complain. Great jobs Wylder! I’ll be back.

If you get one thing, get the meatballs. Everything else is gravy. Note: pizza dough needs more flavor but love the light delicate cheese pull.

Some of the best pizza I’ve ever had! Easily our favorite restaurant in Boise. The Honey Badger white pie is unreal. They use a 57-year old sourdough starter for the pizza and it shows. Get a side of ranch to dip the crusts in. The buttermilk market salad was also a great starter. We didn’t get the Bronco pie or fried chicken, but if we’re back in the area, this will be our first stop. Dessert was delicious, but we were so full we only had a bite each. Good to go with a group.

Went here for lunch with my coworkers. I got the Mushroom Toast, they got pizza and a kale salad. We all shared. Everything was delicious and the place is small but very nice and comfortable. The waiter we had was so nice and friendly. The hostess might have been having an off day cause she definitely didn't seem like she wanted to see a single person walk in the doors haha but other than that, super cute place and would go again.

Wylder is amazing! Live coming here! The food is great (try the fried chicken dinner sometime and not always the pizza!). The staff is inviting and friendly! Great place to bring out-of-towners!

Best restaurant we went to while in Boise. Pizza is so good. Sourdough crust. Just so good. Best salad I've ever had-kale Caesar. Everything was good. Fun ambiance.

This restaurant is a fun one to go to! We got three apps (Brussel sprouts, wings, and meatballs) and each were pretty delicious. Got the crispy pepperoni pizza and the dough is amazing! Sauce is delicious. Really enjoyed the pizza. The service was good but it being so busy felt a little chaotic. But still taken care of really well. Atmosphere was good. Has a nice outdoor seating experience too. Prices a little high but worth it. I'd give it a 4.5 if i could. But well worth a visit.

Had a little weekend trip to Boise and discovered this place and omg I'm so mad I don't live close to it! It's sooo good we went twice on our trip. The pizza crust was phenomenal and the toppings paired beautifully with each other. The crispy Brussel sprouts are also so good as well as the kale caesar. The inside is nice to sit at as well it's very cute. I want to come back to Boise just for this spot!

Great food. Great ambiance. Great service. The trifecta. We love going here on a date night.

We got the bread appetizer that cost $12.00 oh that I expected exceptional bread, but we got so so bread that was hot on the outside and ice cold in the middle we told them about it and then we had to ask to have it removed from the bill. My wife had an amazing salad and my chicken sandwich was just ok, but I don't think I'd go back again.

Great service. Nice and cool in a summer afternoon after a hike at camels back. Delicious and hot sourdough pizza from the oven. I would say my fav is the crispy Brussel sprouts with balsamic though. Nice and crunchy and flavorful.

Can't recommend this place enough! Price point is beyond excellent We shared a meal for three and it was all under $60! That's unheard of in this day and age! The aesthetics of this place are top notch and so is the service! We got seated instantly without a reservation Ordered two apps and one pizza! One of my friends doesn't eat pork so they server suggested they can switch it up with mushroom on half the pizza and leave sausage on the other half for me! Their salads are crunchy and fresh! Their Brussels sprouts were delicious and there was no pizza left on the table! Must try if you are visiting or local to Boise

Such great food, ambiance and vibe here! The pizzas are delicious. Great service as well

GREAT food! We started with the citrus glazed wings and they impressed the whole table. They were charred to perfection. I got the mushroom toast (which was DELISH) and the others in my party got pizza. The pizza was fantastic as well- the classics (pepperoni, margherita) were elevated in flavor but still true to their roots.

Well, why haven't I been here yet! I am a big fan of the Percy and I know these two spots are the same owners...I guess that is why I wasn't rushing to try this (new to town)! Walking around on a nice Sunday and I thought I would stop in for a drink and a bite to eat! Great space, open, bright and full of people enjoying the day...nice patio area, small but ok. I sat at the bar and grabbed a drink to look through the menu...great menu. Some simple dishes that will appeal to many along with some very interesting tastes that are more refined...I kept it simple with a few appetizers. The simple things are done right...something simple like Cauliflower with chickpeas...great flavors and texture, a really tasty dish! I can see about a dozen things I want to try, will have to come back for a date night and get a table. Pizza looks amazing too BTW. Look forward to the return, many of them. KT

This was our first time trying this place, and we weren't disappointed. It came highly recommended by friends. It was busy, at 2pm on a Saturday, but we weren't disappointed able to grab two seats at the bar. We had drinks and two pizzas, the crispy pepperoni. Fantastic pizza - maybe the best we've had in Boise. We will definitely be back. It's expensive, but worth it. If I were to change something, I'd change the way people pile up inside the door waiting. They could use a little more room for those that are waiting, but other than that, very good restaurant.

The Wylder is truly a gift to Boise. The first restaurant of the Wylder Group offerings, it continues to shine amongst all the other excellent restaurants shipped by this entrepreneurial couple. I like so much about this place. It's consistently great. I've never had subpar food here. My husband and I always try the seasonal veggie because they do them so well. The last two that stand out were roasted radishes on hummus and crispy acorn squash on goat cheese. Couldn't get enough of either! The menu is tight and concise. A few salads, veggies, entrees and pizza. But all is done well! Recently had the citrus harissa wings and the sour and spicy notes really hit. We've had several pizzas but the Honey Badger continues to be our favorite. The onion, sausage, honey combo crafts a well rounded flavor profile. Could eat this one on the regular. Vibe of the place is chill. Not overly loud but it can get super packed during weekends. It's worth the wait though. Service is competent and attentive. The whole operation moves with a smoothness indicative of good management and happy staff. One of my favorites. It's likely to be one of yours, too. Get there!

After learning our lesson from trying to arrive after 5pm a couple nights before, we made it a point to get there around 4:30pm and were seated immediately- definitely a good move because this place is popular! I was initially unsure about the mushroom toast, but it turned out to be a pleasant surprise. A mix of mushrooms in a creamy sauce on perfectly toasted bread- it was delicious. The crispy brussel sprouts were another hit, cooked just right without being overly charred or too sweet, which can often be a risk. One of the best parts of the experience was that they allow you to split pizzas, so we got to try four different combos. Our table agreed that the Gem State of Mind was the standout, followed by the Bronco. As a fan of thin crust pizza, I was thrilled with how crispy and light the crust was, even with all the toppings. Definitely a place worth visiting if you're in the mood for great pizza.

I came in at 5 on Sunday and the place was chock full. It's full because it's good. I had the Cacio Pepe and the asparagus. They were both tasty. If I weren't alone I would have ordered a pizza but I was so I didn't.

I did not know what to expect from this place but the food was good. Service was very friendly, but parking was a pain. This city has a lot of 1 way streets so it was frustrating looking for a place to park. There were alot of private parking areas as well. I ended up parking about a block away luckily in a non paying spot. They do not seat parties unless all have arrived. Menu is not too overwhelming. The plates are shareable. The bathroom was very clean. Plenty of seating and enough space around you for someone who is disabled. All in all a good place.

This place is a must stop when in Boise. Caesar kale is amazing. The dressing is mild and flavorful. Chopped salad is also a must. But, I would highly recommend the bronco pizza. Somali and burrata topping. The pizzas here are a must. The wings are also very tangy and delicious. The seasonal special was heirloom tomatoes and goat cheese. A great suggestion. Enjoy!

Solid Italian spot in downtown Boise - you'll see by the line out the door! We came on a busy Saturday for lunch and we opted for the dog-friendly patio We started with the meatballs which were delicious! There were so many options to choose from but the star is definitely the pizza! We loved that you could do half/half so we tried 4 different pizzas! We tried the bronco, honey badger, margherita, and the pepperoni. I think my favorite was the pepperoni - a classic! Portion sizes were great and we had enough leftover for lunch the next day. Street parking nearby was easy to find. We'll be back!

Been here a few times. Always a great experience. Staff is always nice and friendly. Have tried the pizza, wings, meatballs and a couple of the salads. All were excellent. Best brussel sprouts I've ever had. Cool setting with a great open kitchen and bar setup.

Lots of sweet and savory foods and all was absolutely unreal. Unique flavors and textures, all very fresh, local ingredients. Staff was super nice. Service was a bit slow but we came during the lunch rush. Ambiance was busy and casual. Wish I lived in Boise so I could come back!

Food was really good, service was good. Would definitely go back, but next time I think I would sit outside. The noise reverberates inside a bit if you have noise sensitivities.

No doubt phenomenal food and ambiance. Love the outdoor seating. Followed the recommendations hot honey pizza blazing! Bourbon deflection is solid too. Very good local spot to impress out of Townes. Mushroom toast watch out it is legit and so unique. Yum yum yum. Please open other locations.

We visited Boise (soccer team) about 3 years ago and the management team seemed bothered by us having a group of 30 and didn't want to sit our group. 3 years later totally different we walked in had a group of 24 and we were sat right away and the service was impeccable!!! From start to finish service was amazing. The food was amazing! By far one of my favorite pizza spots....just wish they were in Los Angeles as well!! Highly recommend this place when in Boise!!

Amazing pizza in boise, its a busy popular spot so ended up getting take out and that was the way to go. The pizza is soo good, chewy light dough/crust and the topping were sooo on point and paired well. The sides were also well done. Totally recommend and will have to go back to try them in person but the take out was sooo good.

The Wylder is a popular downtown Boise restaurant that serves pizza, salads, sandwiches, and craft cocktails. I had the best late lunch here!!! Came in around 2:30 pm on a weekday and there were plenty of open tables. The ambiance was modern and casual. Our first order was the mushroom toast (mushroom, creme fraiche, garlic) which promptly came out warm and beautifully plated. We ordered two hals and half pizzas so we could try four types of pizzas. I loved all four. Each were so unique and well balanced in flavor. I tried the mushroom party, honey badge, bronco, and farm girl. I can't wait to come back! Recs: - They don't take reservations! Come during off hours or order takeout to avoid a long wait. - If you are stuck with a long wait, head next door to Form & Function for a coffee or Boise Brewing for a drink - Order half and half pizzas if you want to try a variety - The mushroom toast is a must! - The Wylder is run by the same people who run Certified Bakery​, The Roosevelt Market​, Wyld Child​, and Percy - check out these spots out if you enjoyed The Wylder!

Cannot say enough good things about The Wylder. Our pizza took a bit longer than expected but we had an appetizer + and vegetable we'd already eaten so we were perfectly fine waiting. Our waitress offered to bring us some brussel sprouts at no charge due to how long we had to wait for our pizza. The manager even came over to express her apologies for how long we had to wait. They were so incredibly kind. We hadn't even considered saying anything - we were honestly fine waiting at that point. But the staffs proactiveness in owning it had taken longer than what they expected meant a lot to us. Sadly I'm not sure we will ever find ourselves in Boise again but I will never forget how great of an experience we had here. Wonderful food and even better service!

I wish Yelp! made 1/2 stars possible - in the case of Wylder, I likely would have gone with 4.5 stars, but rather than drop down to a 4, I chose to promote my rating on my first visit to a 5. Environment & atmosphere - Wylder is tucked into a nice, easily accessible part of downtown Boise. Several parking options exist directly across the street and along the streets nearby. Parking is a variety of metered spots on the street (depending on the time of day), or self-paid lots. All were very well lighted and safe. Located at the ground floor of a newer multi-story residential building, Wylder occupies one full corner. Good views from nearly every table, and those facing away from the street are treated to a view of the very active pizza oven area of the open kitchen. The vibe within the restaurant immediately reminded me of a similar feeling while dining at Grange in downtown Sacramento. A lot of social interaction but not so much that you could not hold table-boundaried discussion easily. The wait staff worked together and were proficient. Our server was knowledgable with all angles of the menu, albeit not a huge menu, and we appreciated her input and her reposnse to our questions. Wylder serves the table in a somewhat hybrid of family-style dining. Our table of four chose two pizzas and two salads - each made for sharing. The two salads, "Buttermilk Market Vegetable Salad" (seasonal vegetable, white cheddar, house ranch, apple cider vinaigrette) and the "The Wylder Chopped" (provolone, salami, crispy chickpeas, oregano vinaigrette), were served first. Each salad was easily enough for three diners. Both salads were noticebly fresh and tasty. I thought the crispy chickpeas were a nice textural touch on the chopped salad - a crouton stand-in if you will. Our attentive server checked on our salad progress and held off having our pizzas fired until the appropriate moment. Delivery to our table dovetailed nicely with the finish of our salads. Two fresh pizzas were served - the "Honey Badger" (Italian sausage, ricotta, caramelized onion, spicy honey) and the "Gem State of Mind" (fingerling potato, caramelized onion, rosemary, sage). Each pie had eight slices, was thinly crusted, and nicely presented (pictures included). Each slice was generous and definitely shareable for the table. The slices were thin enough to be foldable ala New York style, not flimsy however as each bite was sumptuous. I have enjoyed a similar "Bee Sting" pizza at Proof in Star, but this "Honey Badger" at Wylder is really the model for all the others. Most-noticeable for me was the immediate flavor recognition of every ingredient listed in the menu. The caramelized onion and sausage melded wonderfully but at the same time were distinctive in each bite. The creamy ricotta seemed to balance everything in a smooth way. While I would have enjoyed a spicier honey "bite", the finishing touch atop this pizza was great. I would return to Wylder if only for this pizza. Our dining partners had the "Gem State of Mind". The entire concept of this pizza is cool - where else do you want to see spuds on your pizza but in Idaho? Their only negative comment was that the pizza needed at least one ingredient that brought a little more moisture into each bite - perhaps ricotta or another soft cheese. Tastewise they were really pleased - again the caramelized onions were tremendous and the thinly sliced potatoes appreciated. All in all, two really good pizzas. So pleased with our first visit to Wylder - looking forward to a return visit, as well as trying out their other associated restaurants in the Boise area.

Some of the best pizza I have ever had, but it goes beyond just that. The salads are incredible and SUCH good value. A great place to pick a few things and share with a group. The cocktails are great and the ambiance is wonderful. Light, bright, clean, modern, and inviting! Not overly fancy or overdone, but very welcoming and nice. They do not take reservations, so be prepared for a bit of a wait, but it is worth it!

Top notch service, have not eaten anything here I did not like and the prices are great!

Great pizza spot in Boise with a nice outside area. While in Boise, I met with friends here and we shared a few pizzas. The hot honey is delicious and is an amazing dipping sauce for any of the pizzas! The Cesar salad was also amazing!

I adore the pizzas here, as they are made with sourdough pizza crust, which just takes them to the next level. The ingredient combinations on the pizza are also unbelievably synergistic....the Honey Badger is a favorite of the the family, but it's hard not to love them ALL? They put a spin on every single one. Take your average Hawaiian...they use CANDIED bacon, PICKLED jalapeños, and CHARRED pineapple. It changes everything, these little details. And, if you love mushrooms, try the mushroom toast, but I recommend sharing it, as it deliciously rich!! Every time I've been there, every single hostess, server, etc. has been ridiculously friendly, funny, accommodating, and wonderful in every way. I do recommend reservations as this place gets cracking' for dinner, and it's small, so it fills up quickly. And, trust me, you don't want to miss out on their amazing food!!!

First time at this awesome restaurant Will definitely be back! We sat at the bar and expertly taken care of by Sammy who was so nice and helpful with her recs. We had a salad with buttermilk dressing which was delicious, the seasonal veggies which were radishes in a pesto sauce. So great. And then Yaya's pizza. The pizza was amazing, especially the crust. Great ambience and friendly people all around. So happy we came here!

So disappointed that they don't offer a gluten free pizza. Could easily be done with frozen pre made crusts... i did get a salad that i was confused about since nowhere on the menu did it say that it had cucumbers, tomato's, and peppers in it. By the time i pulled them all out half my salad was gone. Staff was friendly and they had a cute toy for the kids. Environment was busy. Probably won't be back.

Came in around 6pm and sat at the bar. Great service with the bartender explaining the menu and what they're known for. Bartender was able to make me an off menu cocktail before I switched to one of the Japanese whiskeys they had, which were more than fairly priced. High quality food for a not so crazy price. Meatballs were soft and the sourdough on the pizza was excellent. They are known for their dough.

Service was great Our salad was amazing and plentiful enough to share Our pizza was good, but the crust lacked chew and the topping were sparse.

We're from California, and are visiting our daughter and husband. We've been in before, but this time we ordered our meal to go, and were able to enjoy it at home. The Honey Badger has to be one of the best pizzas I've ever tasted. Pair that with a salad, and contentment settled in.

Gluten free options! Great restaurant, super service. Best gf pizza ever. Clean and located in a spot with easy parking.

My daughter and I found The Wylder when we were killing time before her flight back to Santa Monica. Parking was easily acquired on the street. Downtown Boise it has an urban bar bistro feel. We were seated quickly and greeted by a cute waitress who was friendly and efficient. We ordered the kale Caesar to split prior to our pizza. The Caesar was a blend of kale and romaine lettuce with a perfectly balanced lemon tahini dressing and croutons. Not overly heavy dressing. Next for our pizza we had half Honey Badger and half Farm Girl with basil. I have to say the Honey Badger was a clear winner here. What a delicious balance of flavors. Yum! I can't wait to eat the leftovers tonight! The only downside was it was a bit noisy. I will have to bring my husband when the weather is nice enough to sit outside. He would not appreciate the loudness. For that reason I can't give a five star review. But I do love this place. I will be back Can't wait to try mushroom toast and other treats as well.

Me and my family have been in search of finding a restaurant that my grandparents like for a very long time, but somehow when ever we bring them anywhere something goes wrong like they brought ya the wrong food, or it's too loud, or even we don't have a nice waitress. But we brought them here and they LOVED it. The food was amazing and they weren't complaining about the price, my grandparents were cracking jokes with our waitress, our food came incredibly fast, and they said they liked the environment. We plan on coming back because of the great food, service and thus is the only place my grandparents have ever approved of.

Delicious pizza and the Kale Caesar Salad is so good too! It is nice and shaded when it's hot in the summer and the service is always great! It's nice and clean inside and is comfortable!

Oh, my. What a great find. The appetizers alone are worth the trip. We visited as a group of 10 and arrived just before the crowds. We did snag a table. But, be warned, Wylder has great service and excellent food, so its popular. A wait line is common, and it is a bit noisy. Highly recommend this restaurant

This place is so good on many levels The food is insane Wine list is solid and interesting Service good Vibe is laid back and cool although the place is loud So great

Cute restaurant, kind staff, amazing pizza. It was our first time in Boise and we are already telling future visitors they have to eat here. I personally wouldn't order the wings again, though. They were pretty charred and while I liked the citrus flavor, I wasn't a huge fan of it paired with the harissa flavor. Seems like it should be one or the other.

Delicious pizza and great appetizers, food was excellent. Service wasn't great. Ambiance was hip and loud. Tried to meet family here for lunch with three different groups arriving seperately due to flight delays. The restaurant was unwilling to accommodate us until we were all present and even turned away one member of our party after he arrived later.

Our family is a huge fan of Wylder. The food is the food is delicious and the staff are always friendly.

Came here for lunch and it was relatively busy. There is street parking available and a paid lot across the restaurant if you don't want to deal with the hassle. The service was quick and friendly! We ordered the Mushroom Toast and Margherita Pizza, which was enough to share between two people. The Mushroom Toast was great! It was rich, creamy, and earthy - a delicious blend of flavors. The Margherita Pizza was also good. The crust was a bit on the toastier side for my liking, but it was still yummy nonetheless. All in all, a great restaurant in downtown Boise! Highly recommend if you're in the area or looking for a nice but casual lunch/dinner spot

Came here with my boyfriend and we had to wait almost an hr for my Italian Meatballs, Fingerling Potatoes and his Pepperoni Pizza. People that were seated after us had their food out about 10-20 mins. As we were about to finish, the couple that had just sat down next to us had ordered meatballs as well and guess what? They had their food in no time. Our server didn't not apologize about the wait either. I don't know if it's because my boyfriend and I are of People of Color but never did I think we would be in this type of situation, but I should've known it's Boise‍. Service wasn't good, I don't recommend nor will be coming back.

We stopped here after a trip to the Boise Zoo. Amazing food. We enjoyed a chicken kale Cesar and a pepperoni pizza. The food was so good. Shoutout to our server for awesome service. If you are going for dinner, advanced reservations are a must.

It was a perfect day for a salad and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating was fabulous. The breeze was nice with the warm sun. I ordered the Vegetable Market Salad, delicious! I added chick peas to it. The portion was huge! I took half of it home. We did start with the meatballs for an appetizer. They were juicy and plump. The marinara paired with it had a subtle heat to it. The bread that was paired with it had a nice char and a salty butter. Our server was really sweet and attentive. It was a great dining experience here at the Wylder.