Meridian · Ada County, ID

Things to do this weekend in Meridian

Scout analyzed 47 Meridian places and surfaced the ones that actually fit this weekend.

Places analyzed

47

Matches

24

Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.3 hr

Scout-verified spots

Matador Meridian

West Boise

Matador Meridian

Matador Meridian is a stylish Mexican restaurant suitable for dinner or drinks, pairing well with a movie or evening out. Expect to spend $25-60 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
North Italia

West Boise

North Italia

North Italia is suitable for a sit-down meal, either a nice dinner or a brunch, typically lasting 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $30-70 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Eagle Island State Park

Outdoors

Eagle Island State Park

Eagle Island State Park is suitable for a half-day outdoor excursion, offering trails and a lake for various activities. Expect to pay a vehicle entrance fee of around $7-$10, making it a budget-friendly option for families or individuals.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$7–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Settlers' Park

Outdoors

Settlers' Park

Settlers' Park is a great spot for a family-friendly outdoor activity like disc golf or a playground visit, especially on a sunny weekend. Expect to spend a few hours here with minimal cost, potentially pairing it with a picnic lunch.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Discovery Park

Outdoors

Discovery Park

Discovery Park is a public park suitable for a 1-2 hour free outing for families or individuals, ideal for pairing with a picnic or other local errands on a nice day.

OutdoorsRelaxedPlayful
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Julius M. Kleiner Park

West Boise

Julius M. Kleiner Park

This large park is ideal for a few hours of outdoor family fun or a relaxed solo stroll. Expect to spend little to no money unless you pack a picnic or snacks.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0–$5 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Royal Coffee Co

West Boise

Royal Coffee Co

Royal Coffee Co is a local coffee shop good for a quick stop for a drink or a casual place to work or read for about 30 minutes, costing around $5-10 per person. It pairs well with errands or as a relaxed start to the day.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking
127 Saloon

Nightlife

127 Saloon

127 Saloon is a local bar and grill suitable for a casual evening meal and drinks, often as a main destination or a relaxed end to a night out. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsSocial
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
il Sugo Italian Kitchen

Food & Drink

il Sugo Italian Kitchen

This Italian restaurant is suitable for a dinner outing, offering a sit-down meal that might take 1.5 to 2 hours. Expect to spend $30-$60 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Heroes Park

Outdoors

Heroes Park

Heroes Park is suitable for a free outdoor family outing or a solo walk, typically lasting 1-2 hours. It can pair well with a picnic or a visit to nearby shops in Meridian.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Jakers Bar and Grill

West Boise

Jakers Bar and Grill

Jakers is suitable for a sit-down dinner with American fare and cocktails, often taking 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $30-70 per person for a meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Kahootz Steak & Alehouse

Food & Drink

Kahootz Steak & Alehouse

Kahootz is a good stop for a casual meal of American dishes and microbrews, suitable for dinner or a relaxed outing. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $25-60 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$60 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Roasteré - Gourmet Coffees & Café

West Boise

The Roasteré - Gourmet Coffees & Café

This coffee shop is ideal for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, typically lasting about 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a drink and a light snack.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Sid's Garage

West Boise

Sid's Garage

Sid's Garage is a casual American restaurant suitable for a quick meal with family or friends. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-30 per person for food.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Heritage Hop Haus

Nightlife

Heritage Hop Haus

Heritage Hop Haus is a good spot for an evening meal with drinks or a relaxed night out. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-$50 per person on food and beverages.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Lucky Perk Coffee

Food & Drink

Lucky Perk Coffee

Lucky Perk Coffee is suitable for a quick solo coffee stop or a casual meet-up, typically lasting 30 minutes and costing $5-$10 per person. It pairs well as a morning or afternoon stop before or after errands.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Sunflower Bakery and Cafe

Food & Drink

Sunflower Bakery and Cafe

This cafe is good for a casual breakfast or lunch, possibly combined with nearby errands. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and roughly $10-25 per person on food and a drink.

FoodRelaxedQuiet
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Epi's | A Basque Restaurant

Food & Drink

Epi's | A Basque Restaurant

Epi's is a cozy spot for a dinner out, offering traditional Basque cuisine. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $30-60 per person for a full meal. It can be a good option for a family dinner or a relaxed date night.

FoodWellnessRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Maddie's Wine and Whiskey

Nightlife

Maddie's Wine and Whiskey

Maddie's is good for a relaxed evening out with friends or a date, focusing on food and drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and between $30 and $70 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsSports
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Grant's Neighborhood Grill

Food & Drink

Grant's Neighborhood Grill

Grant's Neighborhood Grill is a casual spot for American food, good for an everyday meal or drinks on the patio. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit of about an hour.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Tipsy Chef Cafe

Food & Drink

Tipsy Chef Cafe

Tipsy Chef Cafe is a casual spot for breakfast or brunch, suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $10-30 per person, making it a good start to a weekend day out.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$10–$30 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Land Ocean Restaurant Meridian

West Boise

Land Ocean Restaurant Meridian

This is a good spot for a sit-down dinner experience, suitable for celebrations or a nice evening out. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsUpscale
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Express cafe

Food & Drink

Express cafe

Express Cafe is a casual spot for breakfast or lunch, suitable for a quick and affordable meal alone or with family. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes here for about $10-$25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Yard House

West Boise

Yard House

Yard House is a gastropub ideal for a casual meal or drinks. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here and around $20-45 per person, making it suitable for a relaxed dinner or pre-event gathering.

FoodCocktailsSports
$20–$45 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 41 of the 47 analyzed Meridian places fit this weekend.
  • 24% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 90% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Upscale, Quiet, Scenic.

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