Food, service, and atmosphere was amazing! I ordered the immunity smoothie and the Mediterranean plate. Both were delicious! I can't wait to try everything! read more

The good- super cute vibe, food was fresh and delicious- seriously one of the best salads I've ever had. The bad- the desserts were not it. They do advertise that they have no sugar added, and my suggestion would be to look else where if you want something sweet. We paid around 6-8 dollars for each dessert and our group of four couldn't and didn't want to finish any of them. The strange- seemed like there might have been a little employee drama happening while we were there. Felt a little weird, but it was entertaining. read more

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My wife and I had lunch at aubergine kitchen in Meridian recently, and found it to be excellent. Now this is not a place for those who consider words and phrases like organic, pasture-raised, grass-fed, non-GMO, etc. to be irrelevant. It is also not a place for those who feel that 10 bucks should buy a mountain of food. So if you're not into super healthy eating, and/or you're really price sensitive, this may not be the place for you. Which is OK. That's why God invented chocolate & vanilla ice cream, right? Now, for those of you who do like clean and healthy eating, I think you'll find this place exceptional. For example, I had a power bowl that consisted of cauliflower rice, grass fed tri-tip, diced tomato, diced pepper, diced onion, kale, all topped with a jalapeño cilantro dressing. Little over $17. And quite filling. No pictures. Next time. We were simply stopping by for a quick lunch and I'm glad we did. Also, Costco recently and maybe still currently has some gift cards available for aubergine kitchen. $100 of gift cards for $80. read more

Visiting this first in Idaho installment of a chain restaurant out of Utah that was founded by a couple from Brazil and that has locations in airports and outdoor shopping center malls, like this one at The Village, resulted in a pretty miserable nearly 90 minutes for my husband and me for what should have been a pretty simple very late lunch fast-casual meal. We knew it was a chain going in and lowered our expectations but the experience dipped well below that low bar. The Carol King lyric played in my head "There's something wrong here, there can be no denying..." Maybe prompted by the too loud sound system tunes of what seemed like chanteuse covers of "John Legend Station" originals. But that is the least of the issues. MANAGEMENT FAILURES FOR SERVICE: Service for this order at the counter and they'll deliver to your table model is chaotic and as if there has been little training for the staff at any point in that continuum. Further, floor management is MIA. The schtick is this is supposed to be healthy food options, and actually there are those, and my husband's salad would probably have been good had it not been waiting for nearly 30 minutes until he walked back to the counter to check on his order. We were not the only table having that problem. For a handful of others we could see, one order came out quickly and then long waits for the other(s) until a customer went to "chase it", as my husband had to do for his. For two more specific examples, for the couple at the table next to us, the guy got his order (looked like steak and mac n cheese) and after his tablemate waited a long time, he got up to go to the counter to check on hers and came back with a salad that he he set in front of her at which point she said "This is the wrong one", got up to take it back to the kitchen and then waited for a runner to bring the right one to her. If this was just a bad day, it was a very bad day because a similar thing happened to a trio of people sitting across from us. In the meantime, when he went to the counter to ask about his salad, my husband found two employees chatting and one told him, "I put it up here with the others." The others being five more bowls "dying" (in restaurant parlance) on the counter. Later, an employee was walking about "auctioning" (in restaurant parlance) a salad asking as she walked by the tables, "Did you order the yadayada salad?" and finally calling out more loudly over the music, "Did anyone order the..." I would say they have some process work to do. And yet, no manager in sight. ORDERING SNAFUS: The lighted menu board is high overhead and hard to see from standing in line at the counter. Yet there was only one laminated menu that could be used by those standing and waiting and it was getting passed from customer to customer as we all seemed new to the place. When I ordered my dish, a side described as eggplant parmesan (it turned out to be chopped in ratatouille style covered with cheese), the employee asked if I wanted rice or sweet potatoes with it. I didn't know it came with a side but I ordered rice. Turns out, she ordered the full meal for me not the side I asked for. Live and learn. She didn't know it came as side order. I didn't know it came as entree since I only saw the side option on reader board. I paid for it. $ FOR FOOD & TIP: Re payment, they do not take cash. Their payment software requests tip before the order goes through. In fact, when my husband didn't see the tip section on the screen at the order interface, the order process was halted and the girl at the counter pointed to the tip section to complete. I should say we are 30% tip types of people for great service in independent eateries, and 20% sort of across the board for other places so we did that here. We were irked to find the kind of service we received is one that we might have omitted tip altogether knowing at the end what we did not know in the beginning. For Greek salad and eggplant entree the total after tax and before tip was about $36. QUALITY: Just okay. Mine was lukewarm and oversalted and turmeric rice that had good flavor but was cool and hard. My husband's salad was fine and could have been good served after it was made instead of wilted by delay. AMBIANCE: The festoon of fake vines and white flowers outside the door and more of that same kind of white on white interior with fake plants set about in pots is maybe the thing one thinks of for "girl groups" of the "SUPER CUTE" variety. There are some white sofas for seating and white tables and chairs. PARKING: Private lot but it is often full in this particular section of the mall given the burger joint next door. ACCESSIBILITY: ADA parking spots in this lot but they seem often occupied by cars without placards or plates. Go figure. Level in the door, clear path to order counter, counter is high, tables are tight and wheelchairs getting through might find it impossible. read more

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Great food but subpar service. I pre- order my food bc they're notorious for long lines, the store opens @ 7:30am & the "smoothie people" did not arrive until 7:45, my smoothie wasn't done until 8am (the cashier told me they were late without notice). On a separate occasion I ordered avocado SMASHED toast, I asked if I had to smash the avocado myself & the cashier said "we're out and that's just how he made it so." Is it hard to smash an avocado? I was there literally yesterday & wednesday. Same cashier I've had, she speaks and acts as if she hates her job. read more

Aubergine Kitchen - avocado "smashed" toast - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

Pricey and the food was just okay. Not racing to get back. The menu is very unique. And again - pricey.

The food was amazing, sadly the front counter customer service could have been better. A smile goes a long way! If a customer tells you this is their first time at the restaurant it's customary to welcome them and ask if they have questions. read more

I've given this restaurant two chances, hoping the second visit would be better than the first, but unfortunately it was even more disappointing. For a place that markets itself as healthy and clean, the quality has consistently missed the mark. During my first visit- which was near their opening- the food was dry, fell apart easily, and lacked flavor. I regretted spending so much money at the time. I only recently decided to give them another try since I figured they worked out some kinks. This time, the mac and cheese was inedible- grainy, with overcooked noodles, and a large clump of hard cheese in the center. The pumpkin muffin was extremely dry and had to be thrown away. The milkshake I ordered was gray in color, didn't match the images on the menu or website, and had an off taste. Even the cheese bread was underwhelming. I really wanted to like this place, but after two unsuccessful visits, I won't be returning. I hope they can improve the quality of their food in the future. Also the service itself seems fine but definitely doesn't match the high price point. read more

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The food was amazing, I tried the "vitality bowl" that was recommended by the Josh Redd, it is fire! I also tried the "tiramisu" and the "nice cream", did not disappoint , all of the food was sooo good! Danny was so nice and very attentive. Please bring one to Los Angeles! read more

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First time coming here and am highly disappointed! First of all, is the meat even real? Absolutely disgusting. I ordered the steak protein plate and it was flat out gross. The meat was at gag level, dry, and the consistency of glue. Please see the pictures attached. The only thing palatable was the salad. The rest was cold and a huge disappointment. My daughter's meal also came 10-15 min after mine. The service at the counter was something I've yet to experience in my 46 years of life. Who did we hire here--was she on drugs or just dumb? Walked up to the counter and said "hello", and received no response back. The cashier just looked up at the ceiling, staring off into space. When she finally "joined" us she had pure attitude. ZERO and I mean zerooooooo customer service. Not the impression one hopes for as a first time customer. Please management let Kaya work elsewhere. There are plenty of people who need jobs out there and actually want to work. I would NEVER treat a customer like that. I've been in customer service myself for over 30 years and the service here is unacceptable! My daughter is a college student and she invited me for lunch and I feel awful that she paid for this garbage. read more

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I've eaten at Aubergine Kitchen in Provo a couple of times and I was so excited to have the Meridian location open! I absolutely love their concept and their food. They've only been open 11 days, so when I saw the HUGE crowd I was a little worried that our pickup order might be so-so. But I couldn't have been more wrong. From the time I ordered online to pickup, it was less than 15 minutes. Food was ready about 2 minutes after I entered the store. We had one salad, one plated meal, and one melt. Everyone loved their meals, and I even got a 20% coupon for signing up for their loyalty program. I'm sure they're overwhelmed with such a busy store but it seems to be going better than I expected. And every single table inside and out was taken, with probably 10-15 people in line. Hopefully people can give them some grace to get used to the crowd and new co-workers. Thanks for bringing grass fed proteins and healthier options to the Treasure Valley. Not the cheapest but quality ingredients are worth it to me. I will definitely be back again and again! read more

Aubergine Kitchen - Can't miss it - in the Village next to The Habit. - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

My husband and I come here at least 3 times a month. We absolutely love a healthy option when it comes to eating out. We've never had a bad experience with the food or the ambiance and are a huge fan of both! However, there is one employee who has such a negative and almost angry attitude, it makes us so uncomfortable. We've been ordering to go to avoid it. This girl is so unpleasant to talk to and has no manners. She will bump into you and not even acknowledge it. It's almost made us stop coming which is sad. I work in the service industry and know that bad days are had. I know the public isn't always easy to work with. But her behavior is consistent and disheartening. If you're thinking of trying it out, I urge you to! The food is great. I just hope the one employee has a change of attitude for the sake of the business. read more

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A friend has been raving about the food, we went to lunch on a Friday... the place was hopping. Positive energy abounds in a light & comfortable atmosphere. We ordered at the counter & given a table number. Food served quickly by an energetic employee. Beautiful presentation of our food. Loved the colors & freshness. My friend got a chicken bowl & i got the mango salmon bowl. My salmon was cooked more than i like but still had good flavor, wasn't completely dried out. Perfect portion size for me, easy to eat. Great combination of flavors & textures. Delicious & satisfying, makes you feel good afterwards! read more

I have dined here twice and have not been impressed. The food is ok. The food runner just rudely threw our food on our table, leaving us to figure out what it was. The way the restaurant is designed was not thought out for the line to order and where the drink station is placed, definitely an after thought. The taste of the food is palatable. For the price I was just not impressed. Had really high hopes for this place but severely disappointed. read more

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I really enjoyed the hearty yet healthy food options. I will return to try other menu items.

I got the peanut tofu bowl and it was amazing I would definitely order it again. The service was quick and staff were friendly. The dining area and bathroom were clean. read more

Aubergine Kitchen - peanut tofu bowl. cucumber mint lemonade. cheesy bread. - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

I went for lunch with a friend and I was SO excited to see all of the gluten free options! I HAD to get the vegan GF cheesecake because it looked YUM! And it was!! All of the food is amazing! I got a bowl and my friend got a sandwich and salad. You can't go wrong with any of the options! read more

Beautiful atmosphere and great vibe. I waited 15 min or more for a smoothie to go :/ so.... that was annoying.

Came here for the first time on a busy Saturday with my mom. The service was friendly and the line moved quickly! I was served within 5 minutes of sitting down which was surprising. My mom's food took a few additional minutes to arrive (my only complaint). My chicken bowl was warm, fresh, and absolutely delicious. Super tender chicken, perfectly cooked and seasoned roasted veggies, addicting cilantro sauce, all washed down with organic iced tea (also delicious!). I loved everything and felt so good after my meal, too! Highly recommended. I will definitely be returning. read more

Aubergine Kitchen - Roasted chicken plate with the best basil sauce! - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

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I've been to this location twice now and enjoyed both of the meals. Love the concept and the healthier eating options. I do think the staff needs a bit more awareness. The first time I came in the individual at the counter didn't have much personality and the second time I stood at the pick up counter for a few moments before I was acknowledged. Then there were several dirty tables that needed bussing so I didn't have anywhere to sit for a moment. To be fair it was incredibly busy and they haven't been open long so i understand that a new place has to iron out some kinks. But on the whole it's awesome read more

What a concept. Healthy and delicious! Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The place was packed. Food was fresh and delicious! Give it a try. read more

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Despite the food being so good, service has been really poor. I've given this place too many chances. Coordinating the delivery of food to tables is extremely irritating - items have consistently been missing from our orders. One meal can come out in 1 minute while another takes 25 minutes. Not a great place for a group. read more

I have been waiting for a well designed healthy restaurant in Meridian for years, and here it is! This was one of the most fulfilling, delicious meals I've had in a long time. I was throughly impressed with the portion, and the quality of all of the food. The menu was extensive and there were options for any type of diet you can imagine. The service was friendly and quick as well. I was also blown away that they had desserts! We had the vanilla and chocolate "nice cream" and they were amazing. I did not feel gross or overly full after all of this food. I will be going back here for sure! read more

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Every time I come here service is amazing and so is the food! Danny is always a pleasure to speak with and makes sure everyone is happy with how everything came out! Highly recommend coming to try if you haven't already! read more

Go here if you enjoy overpriced rabbit food. Me personally I'd rather spend my money on something that doesn't taste like grass.

I really want to love this place like everyone else but can't. Tried for the second time today. Food expensive for what it is. Steak plate is very little steak and the food comes in cold. Tables are not clean and I sat on a dirty table and none cared to cleaned. read more

If I could give this place 6 stars I would. Came here with my mom and we were obsessed. the food was so unique but so amazing. We feel energized after eating here. The workers were so kind and the place is so stinkin cute. read more

This place has a very chaotic system that only works for cafes. The food was dry, awful, took forever, and the only reason to go to a restaurant is to taste cooking better than your own or convenience. This place is not one anyone should go to read more

Fantastic healthy food. Love the Chicken Harvest bowl. Adorable decor. Great spot for a girls lunch. It gets busy so arrive early.

Cold, old, pre-made, overpriced food with McDonald service, this is the place. Never return

I had the mango goat cheese salad and it was delicious! The greens were super fresh and the dressing was perfect.

I wanted to like this place because the idea of healthy food is appealing and much needed in this area. I'm not going back, though for 2 reasons. You need to make a decision on a tip BEFORE you even get any food or service AND they do not accept cash. Are those electronic tips even actually shared with the staff? In addition they can see your tip before they assemble your food. Will the food and service you get depend on your tip rather than the tip being voluntarily given for good food and service? What if you get lousy service or poor quality food after giving a large tip. Your hands are tied. Cash is freedom. Let freedom ring. read more

My daughter and I just enjoyed a meal here. It was very busy, but the wait time was reasonable. The atmosphere is sort of diner chic, if that makes sense. The food was really good. We've been searching for a "clean foods" restaurant since moving here from Washington. I had the Harvest Chicken protein plate. Everything was delicious. Just the right amount of food to satisfy. My daughter enjoyed her meal as much as I did mine. And she has a "refined palette". She's a foodie 100%. As well as a great cook in her own right. We heard people commenting on their way out 10 out of 10 for sure. Check it for out! We'd love to see other dining options like this open up around here. read more

Waited over 40 minutes for our food only for them to forget about my order and then also give my wife food poisoning.

My neighbor suggested this new restaurant and we found it to be delightful. Our food was great, lots of employees providing pleasant and professional service. Lots of gluten free options which was great! Only disappointment is that they are closed Sundays. I'd hoped to take my daughter there today as a treat. Another time. read more

Food is amazing! Definitely a clean eating place that Meridian/Boise area needs and will keep coming back

Nacho was amazing - we ordered to go and were in a hurry. He immediately asked the kitchen if they can make our order. It was out in 5 minutes. 10/10 read more

I like the idea of what they are serving but the food was just ok. In fact it was just warm when they brought it out. Im not sure about others but I like hot food hot and cold food cold. read more

Came in today with friends with high hopes of a delicious meal together. I ordered the chicken curry bowl. Sadly it came out cold with undercooked rice. I went up to tell them that the food was cold so they microwaved it to heat it up. That made the rice even drier! Also the curry flavor was nonexistent. They were kind enough to replace the bowl with a caprese chicken pita which was delicious! A friend ordered the salmon salad which again had very dry fish. The worst thing was one of the ladies waited over half an hour to get her salad. It took three of us going up to the register to inquire about her food. Finally she receives her salad but the forgot her dressing!!! They did comp her salad. This place is promising but they really need to get their back of house together to get food out correctly to and promptly. The good runners should know a salad should have dressing. Hopefully this is due to its newness and these errors will get corrected. read more

Like other reviewers, I wanted to love this place. I heard about it and was excited to hear it had opened. I decided to give it a try on my way home from a shopping trip. It was post-lunch rush, around 2:00pm when I walked in. The atmosphere is bright, white and looked inviting. I noticed a number of tables that had not yet been cleaned off, and held various leftover containers, plates, napkins. I sussed out the order desk and placed my order for a salmon salad bowl with mango salsa. I was disappointed to find out the restaurant does not take cash, and the screen requested a tip, before any service was rendered. I ordered my bowl to go, and walked over to the tiny waiting area where several other people stood elbow to elbow while they waited. The order came in a timely manner, and smelled delicious. When I got home I saw that the piece of salmon looked like the last one they had - it was a small tail piece and quite dry. I tasted the dressing that was included with the bowl, but opted for olive oil and lemon instead. The salad itself was tasty, and I did enjoy it overall. Even though the fish was dry, it had a good flavor. I'm not sure it would rank as a $20 salad, though. I might try this place again, but suggest to the owner to take cash as well as credit! (and maybe make sure the salad is freshly made??) read more