We had such a great experience at Coa de Jima. The food and drinks were fantastic. But what made it more than just a dining experience was our server, Hannah., She was fun, interactive and described each dish so well that we wanted to try everything!! 5 stars to the ambiance, food and service!! read more

Coa De Jima - Lobster, chicken, steak, shrimp, pork chop, rice, beans, cheese - Seafood Near Me - Boise, Idaho

The food and drinks were good but the environment was entirely too loud. This location may be ideal for a mid day get together during the week but gives club vibes in the evenings. The music is too loud to hear the person on the other side of the table let alone the waiter. When I went it was a Saturday night and they had a DJ and a whole DJ set up. The restaurant is small and has brick walls. Definitely not ideal for loud music. Maybe just come for lunch? read more

First of all, the food was incredible. As a Boise native, visiting can be a challenge when it comes to food and beverage location, but we were referred to this place by other locals and it did not disappoint. Our Bartender, Daniel, made us feel like we were dining as part of the Coa de Jima family. When I think of Hospitality and Service, this young man exemplifies the very definition to a T. We will be back! We got the Carnitas, and they were truly as described. Cocktails were through the roof. Very happy with this experience! Good job Coa De Jima! read more

Hi class Mexican fusion. Everything we ate was fresh and flavorful. Service was immaculate. And the environment was unique and intriguing. Everywhere you look there's something to observe. Not to mention the view outside. Highly recommend when in Boise read more

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We love molcajete dishes and this seafood one is the best we've ever had! Super tender calamari and octopus, fresh tuna, perfectly ripe plantains, a large scallop, giant shrimp and lobster tail. Excellent quality on the cheese and cactus too! Superb flavors on the achiote sauce. Top it off with fire...this is a WOW dish. Tuna and mango appetizer was recommended and did not disappoint. Such a great value for like 1/3 lb of sashimi grade tuna and what seemed like an entire ripe mango. Very generous portion and so tasty. Kids quesadilla - kid approved! Our kiddo loves quesadillas so it worked out great since we weren't expecting any kids food. Although it's not a "kids" restaurant it worked out great since it has loud acoustics and their noise just blends in. The sorbets were small but very high quality. The mocha almond fudge ice cream in the complimentary anniversary dessert was so yummy! What a nice treat. The service was above and beyond (although it was a Monday night after 8 pm) and notably remarkable. We'll be back again soon! And we also hear that the owners are opening a seafood directed restaurant in Eagle later on this year ...YAASSSS!!! read more

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The tampiqueña is the best I've had anywhere. The steak options are what really sets it apart. Always have great service.

The food here is delicious as expected from a restaurant in the Coa family. The quality of food is worth the price. Came here tonight to celebrate a birthday and when we have gone to Barbacoa they are very excited and aware of celebrations for any reservation. Usually they will celebrate with an extravagant display of glowing cotton candy, this restaurant.. not so much. Not sure if our waiter was just pulled too many directions to remember but it was mentioned to them that we were here to celebrate a birthday. Additionally, I would recommend for the shrimp in the fajitas they should have the shell taken off the tail. I had to pull apart each shell from the shrimp before adding to my tortilla. I probably won't come back to this location vs the other two Coa locations. Our service was much more attentive and personable at the other locations. read more

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This place was amazing as always.. The service was spectacular.. thank you so much Tara for making our night the best

Drove all the way here from Portland to meet an old friend that I hadn't seen in years. I loved that it was upscale but casual Mexican food in the middle of town. We had some ceviche as our appetizer, the Kurobuta Carnitas and the duck carnitas quesadilla. I was craving cheese and that duck quesadilla hit just right. This was a solid Mexican place in the middle of somewhere I didn't expect to have Mexican food at all. We sat on the front patio and people watched as we caught up on life. The staff were great, extremely patient and helpful. Parking is NOT fantastic. While this Boise definitely doesn't have the same parking issue as Los Angeles, I did have to circle the block to find a spot and park down the street. read more

Very good! Really enjoyed the food, drinks and atmosphere of this restaurant. I would absolutely come back. Great service. read more

Coa De Jima - Seafood Near Me - Boise, Idaho

The service is good and the server was aware of getting us refills often enough, while the food came out in a timely manner. The food was also good: I had the shrimp, crab, and avocado omelette with some chorizo added. There was no issue getting the addition to the omelette. The crispy potatoes were also very good, and the carne asada tacos had a very good flavor. The restaurant is small though and sound gets trapped and amplified, so the music was at a reasonable level for about the first 30 minutes and then suddenly shot up in volume. I tried calling to a couple of the wait staff but they couldn't hear me over the music. It was difficult to talk at our table over the volume as well. I finally flagged down the manager and asked if the music could be turned down just a bit. Ambiance, not a night club, is what I'd expect for a small restaurant. A couple of minutes later not only did the music not get turned down, it was turned up. As we looked around we saw an older guy moving to the music and looked like he had some DJ set-up. . . Yes, that's exactly what he was. A DJ at a restaurant, on a Sunday at brunch. . . It was way too loud. The manager did nothing to resolve the issue. I don't know if the DJ is related to someone with the restaurant but that was just ridiculous. I won't be returning to this restaurant. They have two other locations that I prefer anyway, with different themes and menus. They can keep the aging DJ and loud music downtown if they want. The food wasn't that good. And if I can't get the manager to resolve an obvious issue like that I will spend my money somewhere else. read more

Disappointing!! Had heard good things about this place so took my son for his bday and the 3 of us all agreed: 1. Too expensive 2. Not great food 3. Inconvenient having 1 tablet for 3 folks 4. Server gave incorrect info when asked about portion sizes....happy hour dishes ARE large enuf to share! 5. No mention of a Birthday wish or offer of a dessert!! It might be better in Eagle but the Boise location was not impressive enuf to ever go back!!!!!! read more

Went here tonight, customer service has really taking a downhill slope. Bartender was slinging drinks around, got liquid all in my eyes. Didn't ask if I was OK. Just continued on and went back to drinking his workout shaker. read more

Fabulous!!!!! Great meal, service, and atmosphere. Everyone really cares, especially about the food. Octopus appetizer off the charts, fun cocktails, bone marrow tacos a true indulgence as was their take on tres leches. Oh my, what a treat. read more

I cannot get over the birria flautas. They were so juicy and absolutely delicious. Our server and a kind young guy and gave great recommendations. read more

Our server Tara was amazing! Great service, very attentive and gave great recommendations. Food and drinks were great. We'll be back.

Absolutely, hands down, best food in Boise. We come here every time we are in town. Anna has been our server multiple times and she is thoughtful, kind, warm, and attentive. Couldn't ask for a better experience. read more

We did brunch here this morning (Sunday). We had a reservation, although I'm not sure we needed it, but we were seated promptly and our waiter did a great job. My wife had the chilaquiles which she loved, and I had the Carnitas Eggs Benedict- also delicious. The drinks are good - Bloody Mary and Mimosas. The restaurant is a fun place to eat with great ambience. I highly recommend it. BTW, we had dinner here once before and it is also fantastic!! read more

Coa De Jima - Carnitas Eggs Benedict - Seafood Near Me - Boise, Idaho

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Service was accommodating and attentive. Food was good. However, the portions are really big with a high price point. We got the tuna tartar which is $20, I almost kept walking just because of the price point. I'd personally rather have a slightly smaller portion for a slightly lower price point, we couldn't finish it. The oysters come "the chefs way"? I wish they were just classic oysters with the Mexican style accoutrements on the side like a typical oyster presentation. Lastly, the Cadillac marg tastes like Cointreau only, just not well balanced at all. If this place literally just lowered priced and portion sizes we would come often still but with the large price tag for one dish and half good cocktails, won't come back. read more

Amazing food the pork shoulder and service. It is definitely the spot. It was great service!

Had the pleasure of trying the new Barbacoa in Eagle and it lived up to the reputation of Barbacoa and the Coa De Jima downtown. This family really leaned into Robert's legacy and delivered the over-the-top experience and backed it up with excellent quality and service. We all had different seafood entrees and everyone really loved what the ordered. The table side guacamole was a bit off with huge steams still attached to the cilantro making it taste bitter. For a brand new restaurant they passed with flying colors and really delivered a great experience. read more

Coa De Jima - Seafood Near Me - Boise, Idaho

Amazing brunch, holy smokes so good!!! Portions were huge. Super cool, edgy spot, loved it

Hands down the best restaurant experience in downtown Boise! Coa De Jima delivers on every level ,from incredible food to a cozy, luxurious atmosphere that makes you feel like you've stepped into something special. The highlight of my meal was the seafood Molcajete, absolutely bomb! Packed with authentic flavors, perfectly cooked seafood, and a rich, savory sauce that brought everything together. Every bite was a celebration in my mouth...lol My server Anna, truly made the night unforgettable. Her warmth, knowledge, and enthusiasm elevated the whole experience. She recommended amazing dishes and even a special dessert that blew me away, a special request but she made it happen! The ambiance was elegant yet inviting, and the view of the sunset over the city added that magical touch. Watching the golden hour light spill across downtown while enjoying my drink and meal was the perfect way to end the day. If you're in Boise and want a top-tier dining experience, Coa De Jima is the spot. Authentic, flavorful, stylish, and unforgettable, especially with Anna taking care of you. I will definitely be back read more

Coa De Jima - The view at the patio! - Seafood Near Me - Boise, Idaho

Came here this past Sunday for brunch and can't believe I hadn't found this place sooner...what a great surprise! We made a reservation which I would recommend because it can get busy. Walking in loved the vibe of this place with the great decor. A cross of very modern, eclectic and Mexican decor. Service was 5 star all the way! Our server Mirna was the difference maker! I hope the owners read this because she is a true gem and made our experience the 5 star experience. After being seated she came over and was so welcoming and answered a few of our questions. For food I personally had the Chilaquiles with added al pastor. This dish was everything you want in this classic dish with plenty of cheese, sauce, meat and more cheese served on top of very fresh tortilla chips with 2 over easy eggs. I loved it and ate every bite. Everyone else in our party also loved their dishes. From Birria Tacos, al pastor breakfast burrito and the carnitas benedict. We would for sure come back and next time try out some of their craft cocktails for sure. read more

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If you haven't been to Coa de Jima you are missing out! The Birria Taco's are insane. The Carne Asada Quesadilla is delicious. Patty's Coconut Cheesecake was a great finish! Two for one Cadillac Margaritas for happy hour until 6:00? Really? Yes!!! Max our waiter made this dinner experience the best we've had in Boise during our travels. Enjoy! read more

We had an amazing experience at Coa! Make a reservation, it's definitely a smaller spot than the OG Barbacoa. The service was great, very attentive and accommodating. The vibe is mysterious, romantic, and energetic. Drinks: get the Winne De Pooh cocktail and skip the classic margarita. Okay, the food: the real deal. Your favorite Mexican dishes with a Coa flare! Pumpkin seed crusted lamb, lobster enchiladas, and phenomenal steak. The portions match the price and flavors are worth even more! We will definitely be back for our next date night, anniversary, birthday, you name it! read more

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Bartenders are very efficient and polite and the drinks are excellent. They've increased the amount and variety of the food available and everything I have eaten is delicious. I even stop by to pick up food for home sometimes read more

What a fun atmosphere! We were here on business and an agent highly recommended this place. We sat at the bar and it was fun to sit at the bar and watch all the drinks go out. The bartenders were great and interactive. I loved the tree with the skeletons in it and the little tequila bottle. The music was great as well. Now the drinks...amazing. My maradona was on point! I could have just sat and drank those all night!! When I saw the whole fish on the menu I HAD to have it!! I fell in love with whole fried fish in Panama and it did not disappoint. The asparagus was cooked perfectly, not soggy and you can eat the entire stock! HIGHLY RECOMMEND COMING HERE!! read more

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Delicious food. Good service. Unique atmosphere. This place is a must try in Boise.

Great atmosphere here and even better customer service! They treated my group of friends and I great here & we got this lovely huge table in the back of the restaurant that sat about 6-7 people comfortably... as pictured our table had a chandelier above it with a view of the entire restaurant floor and we didn't even make reservations for it! The prices are expensive for the full course meals so expect to spend over a $100 bucks easily for a family of 2+ HOWEVER their appetizers are cheap & HUGE portion sizes, the food in the pictures is actually our appetizers we got and they fed all 6 of us w/just 2 appetizer dishes! The drinks here are also lovely and loved our old fashion and margarita drinks! Keep in mind parking is only street parking here and will be coming back! read more

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While visiting for work I found this lovely place and I couldn't be happier with the discovery. The service was excellent. We shared the Molcajete and I would definitely recommend it for two, so good. The outdoor seating remained me of the French quarter in New Orleans. I would definitely recommend this place for a date night or just to experience so high end Mexican food paired with great wine! read more

Great vibe and food was outstanding. The manager Justin and his team delivered amazing service through every part of the evening. The hostess Natalie was wonderful, bartender Corbin was amazing and super knowledgeable about bourbon and tequilas. The rest of team was also phenomenal, shout out to Daniel, Nolan and Hailey! Thank you all for the great experience tonight! read more

Wife and I hadn't been here since last summer so we decided to stop in for a chill lunch. The hostess and server, Mirna, were great. However, there definitely wasn't enough back up when we came in. Service was too slow due to their only being one server on. More servers came on later but seemed to just be chatting amongst themselves and their friends at the bar. Management seemed to be doing the same thing. We started off with the seafood cocktail which we've gotten several times in the past. There was a piece of octopus that was either raw or just extremely slimy. This was slightly off putting. Coupled with the slower service and music playing that reminded me of going to a night club when I just turned 21, we decided to venture elsewhere. If I'm going to spend $100-150 on a lunch I don't want to feel like I'm at a the Cheers bar where staff just chats with all of their friends I am not sure if we will be returning or recommending this spot anymore. read more

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This place is incredible. I try to go here every time im in Boise. Put yourself a favor and order the ranch water. The only place I've ever been to that makes them in the bottle. It's really awesome. read more

Everything. I love everything about this place. The staff, service, food, drink, ambiance. read more

Coa De Jima - Seafood Near Me - Boise, Idaho

I love this restaurant and the atmosphere. The food is amazing and great service. I've been here couple of times. Last time we had the Seafood Molcajete which was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend it. read more

Coa De Jima - Seafood molcajete - Seafood Near Me - Boise, Idaho

The service was outstanding! Our server, Anna, was one of the best servers we've had in a long time. She made us want to come back. Unfortunately, the food was a let down. For the price, I would have expected a much more premium Mexican themed food experience. The chips are not warmed. The enchiladas were cold and barely had any sauce. All you could taste were the corn tortillas. The $60 ribeye steak was severely undercooked, cold to the touch in the middle, and not trimmed at all. It was almost 50% fat. I understand that it's a ribeye and some fat is necessary for flavor, but this was overwhelmingly unpleasant. Hoping they make their food better to match the incredible atmosphere and service! read more

I came here for their Happy Hour which is BOGO drinks everyday from 4-6. This is applicable for all drinks under $13, other than the specialty cocktails on the first page of the drinks menu. For the BOGO offer, you get two of the same drinks- so everyone at our table ordered different drinks to try. I've become a sort of ice snob lately and I really appreciate both the type of ice used here and the amount of ice used in each cocktail. I got the hibiscus sour, which had a sweet and smokey flavor from the mezcal. Paloma had a real grapefruit taste to it - very delicious. Ranch Water- simple and refreshing cocktail made with topo chico. Michelada- not my thing, but my friend who ordered it loved it and drank both of them like a champ. The appetizers we shared: Mixed Ceviche: great texture and acidity with a kick of spice from the thai chilies. The octopus was tender and the shrimp was just as delicious. Loved the tortilla chips it came with... wish there was more tortilla chips or a side of chips and salsa we could've ordered (someone at our table was allergic to avocado so we couldn't order the guac and chips). Esquite: a street corn inspired dish with lime, Tajin, cotija cheese, spicy mayo and popcorn! Very good vegetarian option. Pork Belly and Chicharon: the pork belly was fatty, fried, goodness with chicharon pork grinds. The pork belly reminded me of the filipino dish lechon. The atmosphere here is really cool and fun. The bathrooms are behind a painting that you wouldn't even guess is a door! There's some fun booths inside and great patio seating. The service here is great, with very attentive and knowledgeable staff. More of an upscale spot with steeper prices, but has a great happy hour and specialty tacos on Tuesdays! read more

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Wow, found in yelp looking for Mexican food. I was surprised how nice this place is. Great staff and even better food. The spinach salads are big. Had the fajitas and what a dish. read more

Coa De Jima - Spinach salad - Seafood Near Me - Boise, Idaho

Outstanding spot. The food is top notch and in a great location. Love everything about Coa