Vegan
American
Beer/Wine
Breakfast
Restaurant turned vegan in 2019. Offers a vegan grilled cheese sandwich on house-made vegan white bread with Good Planet cheese. Has a vegan basil tomato coconut soup, vegan bean and hummus sandwich, vegan breakfast tacos, and breakfast potatoes. Also a burrito and other sides. Hours are reported to be inconsistent. Open Mon-Thu 10:30am-4:00pm, Fri-Sat 10:30am-9:30pm, Sun 10:30am-4:00pm.
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Added by AthenaTrombly on 03 Apr 2019
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82 Reviews
First Review by AthenaTrombly
1AP1
Points +835
Great meal every time - Edit
Not the sexiest menu, but everything I've tried has been very tasty
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StudioMikarts
Points +695
Boise's First Fully Vegan Restaurant and Their Experience Shows! - Edit
High Note Cafe has become my favorite place to eat out. Their menu is full of American comfort food classics, all prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Everyone I've taken out here loves it!
Read moreI've tried a variety of dishes (I love that the menu is updated seasonally!) but my favorite are their pancakes/hotcakes and the soup of the day, served with incredibly flavorful, thick-cut housemade bread. Sometimes I can't decide which to order and just get both 🤤 In the summer, I indulge in a Berry & Herb Lemonade or Berry & Herb Iced Tea, and on cold days, I always get their hot tea, which comes with at least four different teas to choose from!
The portions are incredibly generous for the price, making it a great value. They give a discount if you pay with cash, as well; something to keep in mind for the budget-conscious. The staff is always friendly, helpful, and even remember my face after so many visits 🥰
While the cooking smells can linger on your clothes if you eat inside, the cozy-cool atmosphere and delicious food make it well worth it. The only other downside is that it can get quite cold if you're seated over an air vent. These things aren't an issue if you can get outdoor seating when the weather is nice!
I love visiting High Note Cafe at least once a month with friends & family to enjoy the delicious food and friendly atmosphere. (If they had delivery I'd be eating their food every week!) High Note Cafe is a true gem that I highly recommend.
Updated from previous review on 2023-07-30
Pros: stunningly delicious food & drink, both comfort and good nutrition in every dish, friendly staff
Cons: no delivery options, cooking smells get into your clothes, tables over air vents can be exceedingly cold
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DanielHyman
Points +64
Only vegan restaurant in Boise. - Edit
The owner switched their restaurant to fully vegan in 2019 after watching Dominion. I thought that was pretty cool. This is the only fully vegan restaurant in Boise, and it's delicious and definitely deserves support.
Read moreI went there twice over the weekend. I was in Boise and got a super stuffed breakfast burrito and their scramble, and both were delicious.
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genehayes
Points +96
Great service but okay food - Edit
Got a pesto sandwich with tomato soup. I asked for seitan instead of mushrooms. The sandwich was good but a little under seasoned, like the roasted pepper and pesto needed more salt. The seitan was a little rubbery, but did taste nice.
Read moreThe tomato soup was honestly not great. It was pale and watery and unlike any tomato soup I have had. Other menu items might be better (like the breakfast burrito maybe) but what I ordered was just okay.
Definitely give them a try, the staff were very friendly and Boise's vegan scene could use the support!
Pros: Service, Speed, Portion sizes
Cons: Underseasoned, Pricy
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Veggiekathryn
Points +172
Boise’s only all-vegan menu - Edit
Love this place. If you’re planning a visit, please support this gem. My favorite is the Ruben sandwich with a Caesar salad-DELICIOUS.
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ryanwhatt
Points +942
Great breakfast burritos - Edit
Had a Philly cheesesteak breakfast burrito that was really good. Paired it with a fantastic blackberry sage lemonade. Service was very good!
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MrKahlo
Points +16
Delicious Breakfast Burrito - Edit
The tofu scramble, potato and black bean puree burrito was exactly what I was looking for. It was delicious and I would recommend getting it. Tbe customer service was solid.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-07-16
Pros: The menu was extensive.
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zoewrae
Points +72
Delicious and huge portions! - Edit
I had to visit this all-vegan cafe. I had the brunch quesadilla, stuffed with beans, veggies, and a tofu scramble - it was delicious and I couldn't even finish the entire thing. The raspberry mint lemonade was the perfect refreshment on a hot day. Service was amazing. On the more expensive side, but this was basically a meal and a half. If I'm back in Boise I'll definitely be trying more menu items!
Read morePros: Huge portions, Delicious food, Friendly staff
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LauraStokes
Points +76
Excellent! - Edit
In Boise for work. I was thrilled to find this place walking distance from my hotel. The breakfast burrito was awesome. Great vibes and the waiter was super nice.
Read morePros: Food, Service , Vibes
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amber345
Points +18
Great food - Edit
Loved how the whole menu was vegan. Tried 3 different dishes. All were very good. Will be going back in the future
Read morePros: The whole menu is vegan, Food was delicious
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Carolyn3B
Points +16
Delicious Vegan Foods! - Edit
I have eaten at High Note several times, and the food is always excellent! The portions are huge. The waitstaff is friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend the High Note Cafe!
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vegantacoma
Points +69
Delicious Brunch! - Edit
Best food we had in Boise! Our server told us they are 1 of only 2 all vegan restaurants in Boise! We went for a Saturday brunch. Outside and Indoor seating. I had the Philly Breakfast burrito. I also asked for a side of the cilantro crema. Paired with the habañero hot sauce on the table it was amazing! My partner had the Masher which was equally delicious. Everything was seasoned so well. Diner coffee was decent too. Our server was so friendly, too!
Read morePros: Brunch, Soy curls well seasoned
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Skye
Points +1318
Good find on my trip - Edit
Staff very friendly. Food was yummy. Had gyro which was good but too much salad on top. Needed more “meat”.
Read morePros: Flavor, Staff , $$
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Edonalope
Points +28
Amazing - Edit
Delicious soups and sandwiches at this fully vegan establishment. I highly recommend trying the soups.
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lea2latte
Points +825
Only vegan spot downtown Boise - Edit
Cute little restaurant downtown. Has a cute little outdoor seating area tha’s mostly shaded by either trees or the building. The food was great and full of enough flavor. I loved the food, the variety, being full homemade vegan, and our server was also great! She was very friendly, courteous, and on top of it.
Read morePros: All vegan!, Great service, An actual restaurant
Cons: No nit picks. Was great.
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JessiLinton
Points +19
The best brunch in Boise - Edit
The food is always good, the service is even better!
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DairyfreeLiving
Points +81
Fresh - Edit
Fresh veggies, awesome salads and loved the grilled cheez. Staff is very nice!!!
Read morePros: Grilled cheez, Summer salad
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kayleejorose
Points +177
Vegan gyro🥹 - Edit
This place is so great, definitely make it a point to come here if you visit Boise!! I got the gyro and it was so delicious! I also got the blueberry basil lemonade and it was sooo good. Such fresh flavors. So sad I don’t live here, but I will definitely be back next time I visit😄
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nicholasM
Points +65
Vegan versions of meaty & cheesy dishes - Edit
Filling and delicious! I ordered the Habanero Cream Melt with the soup du jour (potato sausage) A good vegan place for when you're extra hungry.
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Jason.Fontana
Points +1684
Amazing French Dip - Edit
It’s been along time since I had a Vegan French Dip this good.
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KellinaBreakfield
Points +79
Love them ❤️ - Edit
Amazing staff, amazing food. I’ve become quite obsessed with the nachos. Their breakfast burrito is a classic, and I also love their hot cakes and caesar salad
Read morePros: All vegan ❤️
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Lanab
Points +36
Nachos supreme - Edit
Visiting on a work trip and had to try this place out. I got the half size nachos and they were really good. Filled me up.
Read moreI wanted to go back to try some Sammie’s, seeing they have gf bread. On my brave app it said they were open, so I walked 25 mins there and they were closed lol. Wednesday’s they are not open. I’ll try and check back in there maybe Friday after the conference and maybe even go back again before I head to the airport. 💕
Pros: Gf and all vegan, Delicious food
Cons: Kind of step prices.
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Vegan_ACL
Points +2632
So good - Edit
The homemade bread is what made the grilled cheese so amazing. The tomato soup was a bit coconutty for me but that’s personal preference. The service was fantastic and they even brought my friend’s 1 year old a plate of cucumbers and oranges. I’d go back.
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dlachica
Points +3056
Weekend go to - Edit
We had the tomato soup and black bean quesadilla. The soup was a thin consistency, but good. As other reviewers noted, the quesadilla cheese is house made and a soft slab versus melted cheese. I found the cheese tasty, not overly salty, and was fine with the consistency. The sauces; pico de gallo, avocado salsa and cilantro lime cream were fresh and really made the quesadilla sing! I used all of them. Service was attentive, friendly and helpful with other places to visit. Dining room is small. We visited on a Monday around 2p and there were a few tables occupied and steady flow of to go orders being picked up. They have parking beside the building. Definitely worth another visit.
Read moreUpdate: this has become a weekend staple for us. Really enjoying the brunch items… High Note Potatoes, Tofu Scramble with potatoes, Breakfast Sandwich and Hot Cakes. I do wish they offered some items a La Carte. I like to have sweet and savory in one dish or being able to order a savory entree with a side of one hot cake versus a whole order.
Updated from previous review on 2023-03-10
Pros: Locally sourced ingredients , House made products, Indoor and outdoor seating
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Howareyouvegan
Points +24
100% vegan! - Edit
Cute cafe with outdoor seating, we loved that it was 100% vegan. Most of the menu items were very similar but very good! I had the breakfast burrito and it was so good, I’ll definitely be back.
Read morePros: Very friendly , Fresh, Delicious
Cons: Somewhat expensive , Lots of options but they’re very similar , Small
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emfisher6194
Points +26
The most delicious!!!! - Edit
I love the atmosphere in this tiny café! I had the breakfast burrito, and it was so phenomenal! We will be coming back again and again!
Read morePros: Cute place!, Great flavorful food
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benzgirl1957
Points +58
Good vegan food for all! - Edit
I was visiting my family in Idaho. My dad found High note on a foodie message board.
Read moreAmong the 6 of us, I am the only vegan.
We had:
Hot cakes (comes with syrup, “melt” butter and strawberry puree) broccoli cheddar soup, breakfast burrito, potato tacos, strawberry rose juice and hibiscus iced tea.
EVERYTHING WAS DELICIOUS!
We were all very satisfied and full. 🥰
Pros: All vegan, Chill, quiet atmosphere, Extremely friendly staff
Cons: Small, if that’s a con for you.
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