It was raining so I decided to stop in for some clam chowder and salad. Amelie's did not…read moredisappoint. I travel to main yearly and eat clam chowder. I am no expert but I know this clam chowder is superb! Oh and that slice of bread? It was like a little crispy cloud of buttery goodness. I was only disappointed my husband wasn't there to share one of the seafood boils with. This would be a great date spot. One major tip if you go: save room for a slice of the brandy walnut cheesecake or get a slice to go. You will not regret it!!!

The young owner (also the chef) seems a nice guy but he is running a bad restaurant and our (one…read moreand done) experience was a miserable one for ambiance, service and food. My husband and I went in at lunchtime (same menu all day) because I read high praise for the schnitzel here on another site and some local radio personality called it "the coolest place ever". (Who ARE these people?) It wasn't planned destination dining, but we were near the Boise mall and and I remembered Amelie's was nearby. I should have know better (but hope springs eternal) because I knew the backstory here. Let's start with that. BACKSTORY: Amelie's is the second format for eatery (if at first you don't succeed...you know the rest of that maxim) by owner Jason Wang in a building that was once McGrath's Fish House (now defunct) and became O'Crab (chain franchise) and then with this owner Country Bay Bistro, a largely seafood boils kinda place in 2021'ish. That didn't work out (for all kinds of reasons) and earlier this year the owner announced a new name, Amelie's (after his wife), that he said would be a French focused food place, to quote him, "...bringing timeless flavors and elegant French charm to Boise." Remember that mission description. What could possibly go wrong in reimagining the cavernous space, with fishing dock and net'ish decor, in that Spectrum location with a seafood boil menu and making it ""...timeless flavors and elegant French charm" ? Turns out the answer is a lot can go wrong. I feel sorry for this owner who seems a good guy, but this bad eatery likely won't last long. SERVICE & VIBE: When we arrived at 12:45'ish, a dark haired young woman dressed in all tee and pants with dark hoodie (that seemed perhaps kitchen attire) was standing alongside the host-stand talking to a man who was seated on a bench drinking coffee. She looked at us as if surprised to see us enter and after a significant pause asked "Do you want a table?" We said we did. She led the way to the dining room, which had no lights on and where we were the only customers except for a man at the bar eating a small green salad (he was still there when we left an hour later), invited us to choose where we'd like to sit among the long tables (all topped with white butcher paper like a motif remaining from the seafood boil days) or step up booths along the walls and asked if we wanted to start with a beverage. (We declined.) A while later she returned to take our orders and left the big menus sitting in front of us. I moved them to the side of the table to get them out of our way (where they remained until the check was delivered). Some time later she returned with our food in three different trips from the kitchen. We didn't see her again until my husband walked out to the front desk (to find her on the phone) to tell her we were ready for our check. When she returned to the table to bring us the check (finally picking up the menus as she said "let me get these out of the way") she asked if we needed take-away boxes since there was a lot of food remaining on both plates. We declined. This was not a person trained in food service. Not her fault. That is a management issue to provide training. About 1:30'ish, towards the end of our meal, a man in an O'Crab shirt appeared from the kitchen and, from behind the bar, finally turned on the lights in the restaurant. French elegant charm this is not. FOOD & $: The menu has several seafood options, like fish and chips and some western Euro options like three kinds of schnitzel. Since the chicken form of this is the dish to which the other diner awarded high praise, this is what I ordered. Per the menu, I expected, "Crisp, golden-breaded cutlet...topped with a creamy mushroom sauce, melted mozzarella garnished with lemon and fresh herbs". What I received was a cutlet so cooked to smithereens that it was difficult to cut, a lettuce salad on the plate (not fresh herbs) with an off taste (as if dressing had gone bad), a lemon wedge and a thick brown'ish sauce that was inedible (delivered to table in gravy boat, no less). My husband didn't fare much better with his choice. The coating on the "crispy beer-battered halibut " fish and chips did not stick to it and while the white fish was flaky it was also tasteless, almost wet textured. The best part of both meals were the French fries and that was largely thanks to the ketchup to dunk them in. The total for the two dishes was just under $40 with tax. Low prices and low quality. NOTE: The owner also advertises this as an event and wedding venue. I am not kidding. PARKING: Private lot. ACCESSIBILITY: Accessible parking in front. Tables are standard height but so close together that it will be difficult for a wheelchair user to sit anywhere but on the end of the tables coming in. LOOKING FOR CLASSIC FRENCH FARE AND CHARM?: Bacquet's in Eagle is the place.

Came here for brunch on a Sunday and ended up getting the huevos rancheros with al pastor. It came…read morewith rice and beans and I don't get this dish much but something about it sounded really good. It came out and it looked great but tasted even better. The al pastor was heavily seasoned, but not overseasoned. The sauce had a little bit of spice but not enough to burn your palette. Overall it was a super tasty dish and the service here was super friendly I would definitely come back

The aesthetics are strong with this one. Beautiful wallpaper, gold-framed doorways, quirky…read morebathrooms, cozy booths... I absolutely loved the vibe. If interior design alone determined ratings, this place would be a winner. Unfortunately, I came for the seafood, and they were out of a couple of the dishes I had been looking forward to. My husband ordered a mezcal cocktail that I found absolutely abhorrent. It tasted more like a liquid dessert than a cocktail. We started with the birria flautas, which were impressively crispy but also incredibly dense. Both of us felt uncomfortably full after eating them, and that was just the appetizer. Between the unavailable menu items, the disappointing cocktail, and a less-than-memorable start to the meal, we just weren't feeling it.

Amazing fish! Just caught salmon; large dinner party and they raved about it. And I made fish stock…read moreout of the head!

I was looking for some West Coast salmon and stumbled up this place through Yelp! Called ahead and…read morehad a filet and 1/2 held for me of Columbia River Salmon. Arrived at this fish market tucked away in a strip mall in central Boise. Inside is 100% impeccable clean and the staff here is super helpful and friendly. Another big plus is I was wearing my 49er gear and what I would assume is the manager or owner was wearing 49er gear as well. Had a great conversation and talked football but what I was blown away with the selection of seafood they have at this market. Everything from what I could see was next level quality. I purchased my salmon and not planning on it 3 large Dungeness crabs as well. Not cheap for sure but the quality was out of bounds and made for a great New Year's Eve meal! Will 100% be coming back.

We came here tonight, a Wednesday, for a belated Mother's Day. First visit for us, though our…read moredaughter has been here several times before. We were sat at a nice booth right away. Our server, MJ, did a really great job taking care of us. She was nice, friendly, helpful, and attentive. Our daughter had the Unicorn sushi roll with a side of edamame, my wife had a bowl of clam chowder and the shrimp scampi, and I had the fish and chips (cod; they also offer salmon and halibut, but the halibut, which I would have liked, was double the price at $38). For dessert, we shared the key lime pie. My wife said the clam chowder was OK, but more potatoes than clams. She did like her scampi. Our daughter liked the sushi roll. And, I liked the beer battered cod with the tartar sauce, and their fries were nicely seasoned and fairly crispy ( a little crispier would have been nice). The key lime pie had a rougher texture; I like it more creamy. Still good, though. I liked the exterior of the building. Red brick, arched windows that have a Mediterranean feel, and an exterior staircase that gives a bit of an industrial vibe. I thought it would be a little more upscale inside, but it is more basic wood tables and booths. There is a patio area, and it looks like there is an upstairs patio or dining area as well. All in all, a good first experience. We will definitely return.

I love the menu here. My family and I frequently eat here and it's always consistently high…read morequality. The baja fish tacos are some of the best in town!

This review is long overdue. I visited this restaurant 2 weekends ago and I have not stopped raving…read moreabout it now that I am back home in LA. The service, food, and energy tops every steakhouse I have experienced in Beverly Hills. The service alone can make this place a 10/10. They have a big wine selection and the food truly is worth the price that you pay. There are multiple servers, aside from your main one, who come to check up on you, grab any finished plates, etc. My server Jordan (who btw is absolutely phenomenal, he deserves all the recognition possible) stopped by my table while my boyfriend was in the restroom and grabbed his napkin to fold it for him to return back to. It's the little things that make this place great! They offer valet parking, which is free but you can tip, and your server will take your ticket for you and call the driver so your car is ready when you step out. Yes! I love Chandlers. I will be back for you!

If you're looking for a true fine dining experience in Boise, Chandler's Steakhouse absolutely…read moredelivers. From the moment you walk through the door, the restaurant exudes an upscale, elegant atmosphere, and every member of the staff is warm, welcoming, and professional. Our server, Kim, made the evening exceptional. She was attentive, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable, striking the perfect balance between professionalism and genuine hospitality. She truly elevated an already wonderful dining experience. We started the evening with a seafood tower, a bottle of champagne, and the beef carpaccio. The carpaccio was exquisite, beautifully prepared and full of flavor. I also ordered the lobster bisque. While I would have loved a few more chunks of lobster, the broth itself was rich, velvety, and incredibly flavorful. I would happily order it again. The steak selection is outstanding, including premium cuts from Idaho's own Snake River Farms, which was a nice local touch. I chose the ribeye accompanied by scallops, while my wife enjoyed the petite filet. Both were cooked perfectly and absolutely delicious. For sides, we shared the potatoes, asparagus, and Brussels sprouts. The potatoes and asparagus were the stars of the table, but the Brussels sprouts were also excellent and complemented the meal beautifully. The wine list is extensive and thoughtfully curated, with fantastic selections for just about every palate. We enjoyed a couple of outstanding bottles that paired perfectly with dinner. To finish, we shared the carrot cake and the butterscotch crème brûlée. Both desserts were outstanding and provided the perfect ending to an exceptional meal.

Food was decent. Server Ashley was amazing. The place was…read morejam packed. I had a party of 14. She didn't fluster or blink. Asked if we were splitting checks. We were. She had it taken care of. She explained the menu, took care of refills, and had the food out timely. Con. They served me catfish when I ordered the flounder. But it was still decent.

We visited this Restaurant on May 10, 2027. It wasn't very…read morebusy, and most of the "Servers " were either Grab Assing, or on their Cell Phones. The Food was not that good! The Calamari was bland, and the Frozen Calamari you can get at Albertsons is actually 1000 times better! Our "Server" brought the Calamari, which was supposed to be a Appetizer, and the Meal, all out at the same time! I had the Flounder, and I ended up with Food Poisoning! I was on a 3 Day Fast, and this was the First Meal I had, after that. Our "Server" dropped off our Food, and then stood by the Bar, talking to another Employee, never checking on us! We waited 20 minutes after we were done eating, before she finally came with the Bill. The Total was $37.00 abd change. I left $40.00 which gave her just over a $2.00 Tip. She wasn't even worth that!!!!! The look on her face, as we walked out the door, and she discovered this, was priceless! I called on Monday, attempting to talk to a Supervisor or Manager. There was No Supervisor or Manager there! The Village is being ran by the Idiots! I have had better Food, and Service at Skippers! This place is a Glorified Fast Food Restaurant, at best!

We had a fabulous night out and it started at Anthony's!!…read more We were seated right away and given time to peruse the drink menu before our server came by. She was so enthusiastic about Anthony's and was able to give us the background and facts about the restaurant and their practices, you could tell it was a great place to work. She also gave us excellent suggestions and answered all our questions. The pace of the meal was great. The staff knew we had a concert to go to but our reservation was 2 hours before it started so we could take our time. We were able to enjoy each other's company, the ambiance of the restaurant, and watching parts of the Flywheel Fest at JUMP outside. Then, the food! My oh my, delicious! We started with the crab dip as well as their yummy sourdough bread and butter. My only drawback would be that the butter was cold (I know it's supposed to be, but cold butter is HARD to spread!) For entrees, my husband had the Black Cod with slaw and rice pilaf while I had the Crab Fettuccini. Both had perfectly cooked seafood and were proportioned just right. Finally, dessert! I had been told by a friend that I had to try the Irish Cream Mousse, they were right, so so good!! However, my husband spied the Tony's Apple Pie and could not resist, so we shared! Throughout the dinner we had our server stopping by to make sure everything was right, of course, and other servers stopping by to top off waters and take any dishes we were done with. Also, the manager came by multiple times and even brought me a refill of my wine, such service - we were impressed! Dinner was completed and paid for in time for us to take the elevator back down to our car and get to the concert on time. We even got a call as we were leaving the parking garage as I had paid with cash and the server had forgotten to comp us our Apple Pie on the check. They wanted to give us the difference. As this was something I had not noticed and they could have just kept the knowledge to themselves, I told them to add it to the kitchen staff's tip as we were thought they did such a great job. We will certainly be back and will recommend Anthony's to all looking for an upscale dining experience.

First time we didn't have a perfect experience. Service was great, but I felt like Tristan (sp)…read morewas overwhelmed. Food was not the highlight this evening and with prices soaring, it was even more disappointing. The Good: Oysters were fresh, very delicious! Sourdough Bread Cocktails Daughters kids menu pasta Ahi Stack The Bad: Overcooked Steaks Calamari fried a bit too long Disengaged / Distracted Manager at reception I mention the manager because one of the servers accidentally broke a water glass right next to our table. No one was hurt but he should've came over and checked on my daughters to ensure that was the case. He decided to stay and chat with the greeter...you can put two and two together. I expect elite level quality and service, have gotten it before here but things have changed. You can do better Anthony's, and as a reminder, loved our server, not on her.

Probably the Most Beautiful Restaurant Inside that I have Ever Been Too!…read moreService and Food Excellent! If You Want a Nice Atmosphere, this is the Place! We went as they were just Opening so it wasn't Busy and Quiet so you could Really Enjoy!

Amazing! The food, ambiance and service was incredible…read more Our server was particularly great. She was welcoming and professional. We celebrated our 60th wedding anniversary with you folks and yo made memorable. Thanks for your hospitality.

The restaurant is kept very clean with not a spot of dust on all the well appointed items around…read morethe dining area. The windows are spotless. The service is personal and the servers are very knowledgeable about the food choices and wines. The wine tasting makes for a personable experience with better choices both times we have eaten dinner here. The escargot were perfect!! seafood and pork choices are excellent. Bread is fantastic. Dessert cakes are superb.

We went later in the evening towards close after calling ahead to ensure they didn't mind…read more After very neglectful unpleasant service we left without tip after they were rude about various things wrt timing (ie "it's the end of the night and everyone is closing down"). For a week later the female manager called and left multiple very rude stalkery voicemails. EDIT: Responding to the comment... when a manager inappropriately hunts your phone number down and leaves harassing messages... this isn't something I want to be involved in, and the comments' defensiveness completely validates why I'm leaving this very negative review after some time. Seems it goes straight to the top. My review here isn't for the business. It's to save anyone from a similar very negative experience for a restaurant clearly not interested in such an insane violation of trust.

Dining last night was outstanding in every aspect, but the best part of the evening was our primary…read moreserver Piper. What an asset she is to this place! Answered all the questions, had great recommendations, full knowledge of the menu items and bar offerings. She nailed it all. Food and drink was excellent. Vibe was lively but not too loud.

Amazing. Had the Ribeye on the hot stone. What a great experience. Service was excellent. Side…read moredishes all good. It was a little noisy with the table next to us. Celebrated my birthday and received a birthday cotton candy treat, which was the best. Incredibly, a hand signed birthday a card and fresh flowers.