Bobby's Cafe Opened in Boise

A new breakfast and lunch restaurant has debuted in the space formerly occupied by the Original Sunrise Cafe.

Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Openings & Closings

A renovated brick commercial building with large windows and modern architectural features sits under a bright, clear morning sky in Boise. — Bobby's Cafe has officially opened at 6767 W. Fairview Ave. in Boise, occupying the space previously held by the Original Sunrise Cafe. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Bobby's Cafe has officially opened its doors at 6767 W. Fairview Ave. in Boise. The site previously housed the Original Sunrise Cafe before that business closed last year.

Why it matters

The opening brings a new dining option to the Fairview Avenue corridor, utilizing a renovated building that had been vacant since the departure of the previous cafe. It represents the latest development in the local restaurant scene as new concepts move into established locations.

The menu features scratch-made items comprising 90% of the food served, with entrees like the three-egg Denver omelet priced at $14.50 and steak and eggs at $18.99. The restaurant currently maintains a perfect 5-star rating on Google across its first 17 reviews.

The players

Bobby's Cafe

This newly opened restaurant is located at 6767 W. Fairview Ave. in Boise.

Original Sunrise Cafe

This restaurant previously operated at the location now occupied by Bobby's Cafe.

Over Easy

This Arizona-based restaurant chain has announced plans to expand its presence into Meridian next year.

The details

The restaurant occupies a building that underwent a significant remodel prior to opening. It operates daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., focusing on a menu of breakfast and lunch classics such as Eggs Benedict for $15.50 and a cheeseburger or French dip for $15.99.

The Original Sunrise Cafe closed its doors last year.
Bobby's Cafe opened at the Fairview Avenue location in Q4 2026.
The restaurant operates daily hours from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Over Easy plans to expand into Meridian next year.

Market Landscape

The arrival of this independent cafe fits into a competitive landscape where local venues increasingly emphasize scratch-made quality to distinguish themselves from national brands. As larger chains like Over Easy look to expand into neighboring Meridian, independent operators are leveraging renovated spaces to secure local market share.

Residents can now visit the location for daily breakfast or lunch service between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Prices for signature items like breakfast burritos are set at $14.50, offering a new local alternative for neighborhood dining.

The takeaway

The transformation of the former Original Sunrise Cafe building into a new, scratch-focused eatery highlights the ongoing revitalization of commercial real estate in Boise. Customers can expect a consistent menu of classic comfort foods offered during standard morning and afternoon hours.