Coa Cantina to Bring Tacos, Tequila and Live Music to Boise

New restaurant opening in east Boise's Harris Ranch area on February 7th

Feb. 5, 2026 at 8:39pm

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Coa Cantina, a new establishment in Boise's Treasure Valley, is set to open on February 7th in the Harris Ranch area. The restaurant will feature a 'lively cantina atmosphere' with tacos, tequila-forward cocktails, and live music performances, including a mariachi band during the grand opening celebration.

Why it matters

The opening of Coa Cantina represents a new dining and entertainment option for Boise residents, providing a unique 'cantina' experience with Mexican-inspired cuisine, craft cocktails, and live music - an offering that is currently lacking in the local market.

The details

Coa Cantina is owned and operated by the local Torro Restaurant Group, which also owns other popular Boise establishments like Barbacoa, Coa De Jima, and Coa Del Mar. The new cantina will be open daily from 11am to 10pm, with seating for around 50 guests inside as well as additional patio seating during warmer weather. The grand opening on February 7th will feature live mariachi music, giveaways, and radio broadcasts.

  • Coa Cantina will open its doors on February 7, 2026.
  • The grand opening celebration will take place on February 7, 2026.

The players

Coa Cantina

A new Mexican-inspired restaurant and bar opening in Boise's Harris Ranch area, featuring tacos, tequila cocktails, and live music performances.

Torro Restaurant Group

The local hospitality company that owns and operates Coa Cantina, as well as other popular Boise establishments like Barbacoa, Coa De Jima, and Coa Del Mar.

Nikolai Castoro

The president of Torro Restaurant Group, which is opening the new Coa Cantina in Boise.

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What they’re saying

“I don't think there's a lot of this style of restaurant out here. Everyone's excited. Everyone's gung-ho about it.”

— Nikolai Castoro, President, Torro Restaurant Group

What’s next

The grand opening of Coa Cantina on February 7th will feature live mariachi music, giveaways, and radio broadcasts, providing an opportunity for the community to experience the new restaurant's 'lively cantina atmosphere'.

The takeaway

The opening of Coa Cantina in Boise's Harris Ranch area represents a new dining and entertainment option for the local community, offering a unique 'cantina' experience with Mexican-inspired cuisine, craft cocktails, and live music performances - an offering that is currently lacking in the Treasure Valley market.