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Vegan
American
Beer/Wine
Breakfast
Restaurant turned vegan in 2019. Offers varied vegan sandwiches on house-made vegan white bread with Good Planet cheese. Has a soup of the day soup, vegan breakfast tacos, and breakfast potatoes. Also a burrito and other sides. Hours are reported to be inconsistent. Discount offered if paying with cash. Has a kids' menu. Open Mon-Thu 10:30am-4:00pm, Fri-Sat 10:30am-9:30pm, Sun 10:30am-4:00pm.
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Last update on 22 Jan 2025 by MariaBahruth
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Added by AthenaTrombly on 03 Apr 2019
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105 Reviews
First Review by AthenaTrombly
EABessel
Points +1907
Recommended! - Edit
Visited on a quiet weekday afternoon. It’s an eclectic space, reminds me a bit of cafes in western mass and upstate ny. Good food served quickly, and friendly service. Interesting soundtrack drifting from the kitchen. I hope to stop by again when I’m in town.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-05-06
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LeahMueller
Points +167
Yummy and cozy - Edit
This place is so sweet and cozy. I had the pesto sandwich on homemade bread. I'm kind of a bread snob, and this restaurant's lightly toasted bread passed all my tests. Friendly waitstaff and great service.
Read morePros: Large portions, Super cozy
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CappyJax
Points +40
Not open - Edit
Need to make sure all sources listing their open times are updated correctly.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-03-30
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RedheadedR
Points +386
This place was slammin’! - Edit
We had spent a lot of the week in Cedar City and were soooo craving some vegan food! This place was so good! We had nachos, a French dip and tea. *chef’s kiss*
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-03-22
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Tom1973
Points +720
Delicious French Dip - Edit
The French dip and soup were great. Took me right back to the old days. Customer service was great as well. Friendly staff
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-03-10
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jaredrd77
Points +376
Fantastic! - Edit
High Note Cafe is the real vegan deal! The food is excellent and the service also excellent. I ate here a couple times on my recent visit to Boise and enjoyed the Breakfast Potatoes with tofu scramble (highly recommended), the blueberry pancakes and the brunch quesadilla. All really tasty, and good portion sizes. Boise is fortunate to have such a great vegan restaurant!
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jazlynjazo
Points +59
Little gem of a place ✨ - Edit
Love everything they have on their menu! Quantity of food is always enough for leftovers. Mimosas are delicious!
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TylerShilstone
Points +22
Gigantic breakfast burrito - Edit
I got the Philly Breakfast Burrito, huge portion and tasty. Great atmosphere.
Read morePros: Portion size, Tortilla griddle on the burrito, The potatoes in the burrito
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notameat
Points +1085
Excellent - Edit
We met friends here and glad we did. We are on the way to Yellowstone for a week but we will stop on the way back for breakfast red
Read morePros: Great food, Excellent service, Knowledgeable service
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zaxo23
Points +22
It’s the best in town - Edit
Food is great. A little pricey, but it’s worth it.
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rymc
Points +608
Old school in style - Edit
Feels like stepping back into a somewhat old school vegan spot, but they have the goods to back it up. Also they get cheesecake “right” and a lot of vegan spots could learn from this place. Massive portions too.
Read moreThey make almost everything themselves too. How can you not appreciate that in a world where places slap a beyond patty on a bun and call it a day?
Pros: House made food, Helpful staff
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TravelingKCVegans
Points +1248
Yummy vegan fare - Edit
Good options and a fully vegan menu. Separate kids menu available as well. Huge portions! The nachos had great flavor and the French dip was very tasty. They also have gluten free bread available.
Read morePros: Fully vegan, Discount for paying cash
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pelican-starship
Points +78
Amazing food and service - Edit
Wow, the food here is incredible -- perfectly balanced, delicious flavors and we didn’t find anything too salty contrary to some other recent reviews (and I’m salt sensitive). Kind staff, and just blown away by the food (and we are from a city with *many* great vegan options). The gyro, breakfast sandwich, breakfast burrito, broccoli cheddar soup, and summer salad were all excellent. We are driving back through on our road trip in the reverse direction this weekend and cannot wait to enjoy High Note’s excellent menu again! Five stars!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-21
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AnimalsArePersons
Points +22
Go to Vegan Restaurant in Boise - Edit
Everything on the menu is fantastic! This is our go to restaurant in Boise. We love being able to choose from the whole menu without worry. The food is fantastic, special shout-out to the gyro, the artichoke dip, and potato leek soup! Absolutely check them out if you are in the area!
Read morePros: Compassionate and very friendly staff, Fresh local ingredients, Menu variety
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Huraiquire
Points +10917
Sub par - Edit
The service was friendly, but the food really missed the mark. We had the French dip sandwich and the bruschetta grilled cheese.
Read moreThe Seitan had a great texture, but the flavors were just not there. I found the dip to just be salty in a way that overpowered the subtleness of the herbs. The mashed potatoes with gravy was also overpowered by the coconut. It was so imbalanced that we found it barely edible. The Cesar salad was characterized by its sour dressing- again being overshadowed by a single taste. Only the bruschetta GC was okay. We did add salt and ev olive oil though.
I attempted to exchange at least one of the dishes, but the server wasn’t willing to aid us. Over all, this is the only vegan restaurant in town so I get that the bar may be low, but we should reach higher to encourage others to go vegan. We were grateful to have a meal, but I would not return.
Updated from previous review on 2025-05-17
Cons: Food is very imbalanced, Service is unwilling to fix or problem solve
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juliabshmn
Points +407
Average but still nice - Edit
While I certainly was able to enjoy my meal, especially in the beginning, over time I really started noticing how the food didn’t settle too well into my body. I think it’s because it just wasn’t well balanced. The mash and gravy was waaaaay too coconutty. And I usually do like coconut flavor but it really was so overpowering in not a good way. The sandwiches also initially tasted nice but then I realized how little filling was in the bruschetta one. While the French dip was quite yum but also super salty, the bruschetta could’ve used some of that salt. Also, I would’ve actually liked thick pieces of mozzarella in there, not paper-thin ones. I liked the caeser salad but it got too acidic when eating more of it. I’m usually not that sensitive to saltiness, acidity etc. but the more I ate, the more it got to me; so it might be different depending on your level of sensitivity.
Read moreMaybe something else could’ve convinced me taste wise, the nachos on a neighboring table looked absolutely amazing for example, but there was no time since I’m traveling through town. Overall, the balance of flavors can be improved. Service was average and friendly, they didn’t seem as experienced yet.
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georgiegirl626
Points +224
The highest note! - Edit
The cucumber pistachio juice was an unexpected delightful and refreshing combination! We had the gyro, chips and hummus, along with a Caesar salad. All were delicious with the gyro rising to exceptional, better than the original meat version.
Read moreThe real treasure here though is the staff and the wonderful vibe of this darling little place.
Pros: Welcoming and friendly staff, Interesting fresh juice flavors, Exudes vibes of joy and love
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kateemeyer
Points +42
Love this place - Edit
We had to come back twice it was so good.
Read moreThe breakfast sandwich and blueberry pancakes were awesome. The best tofu egg scramble yet and best blueberry pancakes so far.
Pros: Excellent flavor , Great price , Great options
Cons: Parking if it’s busy
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along112
Points +653
Only full vegan restaurant in Boise - Edit
Stopped by here for brunch and it didn’t disappoint. The food is made from scratch and is delicious. Large portions. Soups, salads, breakfast, quite a few options. The interior was not really my vibe, kind of dark, small, intimate, and no windows besides the front ones, but I’m sure when they have outdoor seating open it’s nice.
Read morePros: Large portions, Made from scratch food
Cons: Dark and tiny vibe inside
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vegandubuque
Points +21
Breakfast Burrito - Edit
breakfast was fantastic the tofu had a wonderful flavor! The service was great- very friendly and helped me make my choice.
Read morePros: Flavor, Value, Service
Cons: None
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Roumads
Points +118
Homemade - Edit
Everything is homemade from scratch and it shows. Their bread and pesto sandwich are my favorite!
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veganpahadi
Points +93
Enjoyed our Brunch - Edit
We ordered Scramble, blueberry pancake and tomato basil soup. Loved the scramble! Pancakes were delicious a not too sweet, perfect, husband particularly enjoyed the strawberry sauce. My toast and soup was nice - slightly on the sweeter side, so I had to put little salt in it to enhance taste - the toast was nice, if you are trying to eat healthy this is not the place but you will enjoy the calories you get here. Recommend!! #Veganuary
Read morePros: Scramble , Pancakes
Cons: A bit oily
TurnipForPlants
Looks great!
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Pauljg
Points +375
A must try Exceptional Vegan taste - Edit
Great place,excellent menu selection and service. I had the Grilled Cheese Bruschetta sandwich. It is out of this world. Every item on the menu is well priced with good selection. Welcoming atmosphere, plenty of seating,to go available.
Read morePros: Menu selection, Taste, Price
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1AP1
Points +2348
Great meal every time - Edit
Not the sexiest menu, but everything I've tried has been very tasty
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StudioMikarts
Points +1133
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 +68
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 +145
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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