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    Amelies

    3.9 (121 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Michele R.

    The young owner (also the chef) seems a nice guy but he is running a bad restaurant and our (one and 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.

    Build your own seafood boil, lobster, Dungeness crab, mussels, clams, corn and potatoes
    Sydney S.

    The food was absolutely amazing both times we've been in. The service was nice as well, they just mis charged us both times. First time was charged for a bottle of wine versus a glass, and then we were charged for double lobster. Both waiters were kind and corrected the mistake quickly and kindly. The atmosphere is also a beautiful place.

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    Elizabeth C.

    Good food, wonderful staff & owners, beautiful ambiance. Always a pleasure working with them on our events. I highly recommend Amelie's for any event or even a date night.

    Sherry H.

    Went early to dinner, made it in time for HH. For a mere $2.00 I enjoyed a vodka tea, actually had two. What a bargain. I had the halibut with fries, so yummy. Lightly breaded with a very large serving of fish. Came with steak fries that were also good. Would definitely order again, more than I could eat. My husband ordered the steak Fritas with fries, also good bit the halibut was better, I ended up taking some home as I could not eat it all. Service was excellent, and the venue is very nice, very clean.

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    Cloie C.

    Such a wonderful experience! Beautiful dining area and peaceful atmosphere/ music!! We got the poached salmon appetizer and it was one of the best appetizers we have ever had!! The shellfish plate was also super flavorful and the fish was hearty! Servers were very honest and helpful and helped pick the best items and made our experience perfect! Also very good prices for a seafood boil. They packaged our food for us and not to mention the food came out extremely fast!! We will be coming again to try the Sunday brunch and more dinner items for sure!

    I though this place so so incredible!! I want to say that it may newer or is struggling to get out because it is not super busy. The people and owners were so nice and educated. The restaurant was super clean as I watched people spot treat the tables. I had order the Shoreline Sizzler and I truly was so impressed with how good the food was. It did not take to long. I would come here again!!

    Jaret D.

    I came in from the Hilton across the street with a $15 coupon, so I decided to give this place a try. I ordered the salmon, and what I received was disappointing -- a small piece of fish served over cabbage, as if they ran out of ingredients and just threw something together. I'm a seafood lover and have had clam chowder from all over, and this was by far the worst I've tried. It had no flavor at all; I actually had to add hot sauce just to make it edible. Based on the quality of the food, I can't see this place lasting long unless they make major improvements. They could honestly use a Gordon Ramsay-style wake-up call, because the food was nowhere near the standard it should be for the prices they charge. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant in its current state.

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    Eli B.

    I have nothing negative to report about my experience at Amelie's. My wife and I were treated with respect (despite being severely underdressed) the service was amazing. Our server Deanna was fantastic and made our dining experience as pleasant and enjoyable as she could. The vibe at Amelie's was very comfy and relaxed despite being a high end dining experience. The lights were low enough to have a candle lit ambiance while also bright enough to see easily. Now finally the food, I was blown away by the quality and flavor the food had. I can't think of a way to explain it beyond the fact that it was the best seafood I've ever had. Bravo Amelie's, and we'll be back soon,

    Shrimp and steak Alfredo, Mac n cheese, and fish n chips

    Everyone from the atmosphere, service, to the food was fantastic! Some of the better food I've had in the valley and would recommend this spot to anyone wanting to try new restaurants!

    The BEST ever Clam Chowder Soup, with the clams inside the shells..Amazing!

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    4 months ago

    Incredible seafood boil. So great! We have been there three or four times and order a boil, Caesar's salad and meatball. All very good!

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    9 months ago

    The seafood was delicious and great services. We enjoyed the appetizers and the seafood delights.

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    3 months ago

    First time visit, had crab, lobster, chowder. All awesome. Service wast excellent, ambiance fresh

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    1 month ago

    overpriced and not very good... the service is nice tho they're kind people they should just do different dishes.

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    5 months ago

    Loved the calamari appetizer during Happy Hour and the service. Will be back when in Boise again!

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    Thank you carl! we are still here! hahahahahha! -JW

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    7 months ago

    Great happy hour menu with tasty food. The pineapple shrimp was the best.Outstanding service

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    7 months ago

    Great place! Had Happy Hour with a few friends and felt right at home. Good food with fantastic service. Will be back!

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    1 year ago

    Not sure what this place is. It was very empty. Staff were not friendly at all. We immediately left.

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    9 months ago

    Food is delicious but one of the worst wine menus I have ever seen from a place that doesn't have a full bar.

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