The Cutwater on Payette Lake

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   Cole

   San Diego

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was whatever. Overpriced in my opinion. The wait staff was great and it's hard to beat the view of the lake. There aren't a lot of options for a nice sit-down meal. I wouldn't bother trying to have a meal like that in McCall. I would rather eat at one of the other local restaurants, have a better meal, and save a few bucks.
   

   The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded today

   Hi Cole, I’m sorry our dining experience didn’t meet your expectations. We do specialize in sit-down meals in McCall, but it looks like we missed the mark during your visit. In the future, please let your server or one of our restaurant managers know of any shortcomings and we will be sure to address the issue while you’re there. We hope you’ll consider dining with us again. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager
   

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   Melissa

   Boise

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My husband and I had an excellent time at the cuteater celebrating my birthday. We booked a table for a Tuesday evening and it was perfect. Quiet and comfortable. The service was outstanding and we felt cared for the entire time. The spinach and artichoke dip appetizer is delicious and we had bison and pasta entrees that were savory and memorable. Can’t wait to eat here again in the future!
   

   The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded today

   Hi Melissa, Happy belated birthday! We're honored to have celebrated your special day with you and thrilled to hear that it was a memorable dining experience. Here's to many more birthday celebrations at The Cutwater on Payette Lake. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager
   

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   Stephanie

   Boise

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My steak with the Steak Frites was incredibly chewy with gristle and fat. Only roughly half of the 12 oz steak was good. The fries seemed like potato wedges I could get at the hot food section at the grocery store. I would’ve loved a bigger portion of arugula. For the price it was disappointing. Our server was top notch and the view was beautiful. Really wonder if I had ordered the Chicken Marsala or soup it would’ve been a different story. My partner had a side of salmon and it was smaller than expected but tasty. He also enjoyed the house salad.
   

   The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on 14 November 2024

   Hi Stephanie, Thank you for your feedback. Next time, don't hesitate to bring any concerns to your server's or a manager's attention during your visit. This way, we can resolve the issue right away. I've shared your comments with my culinary team so we can improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager
   

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   Kevin

   Palm Springs

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   No need to come back. The upstairs lounge was decent enough though
   

   The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on 14 November 2024

   Hi Kevin, Thank you for your insights. I apologize for not meeting your expectations during your time with us. We hope to have the chance to serve you in the future. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Boise

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 25 October 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Steak was cooked as expected and was good. The pesto pasta had a little too much balsamic for my liking. the waitress was very good and the dessert was very good
   

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   The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on 11 November 2024

   Hi, Thank you for your feedback! I’ve shared your review with my culinary team. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Cutwater on Payette Lake. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Charleston

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 20 October 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Waitress never checked back after food was delivered. She was professional but not friendly. I had to ask hostess for coffee. Salad was drenched with salt. Lettuce was not edible. My friend’s food was fine. Presentation was quite nice. I’ve been to this establishment many times. This is the first time service and food was subpar.
   

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   The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on 11 November 2024

   Hi, I'm sorry we fell short of your expectations this time. If you ever experience service or food that does not meet your standards, please address these concerns immediately with a restaurant manager. That way, we can correct any issues while you're with us. I've discussed your feedback with my culinary and service team as we strive to improve. We hope to welcome you back for a dining experience that meets your standards and ours. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager
   

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   Rachelle

   Boise

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 19 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Bison chili is soo good & had great service! Love the view of the lake.
   

   The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on 11 November 2024

   Hi Rachelle, Thank you for 5's across the board and a recommendation! Hearty Bison Chili, great views, and even better service. Sign us up. We can't wait to welcome you back. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager
   

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   Blake

   Boise

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 10 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious meal, beautiful view, perfect waitress (Kylie).
   

   The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on 25 October 2024

   Hi Blake, Thank you for the five-star review. I'm positive Kylie will appreciate your kind remarks. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience with delicious food and (arguably) better views. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager
   

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   daniellem

   Boise

   7 reviews

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   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on 6 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   I really enjoyed my experience at Cut Water. It has become somewhat of a tradition to visit the shore lodge for my birthday and this last time was probably my best experience yet! I requested a seat facing the lake which I didn’t have to remind staff, we were sat promptly, our waiter was very attentive, kind and accommodating to my dietary restrictions. I also loved the birthday cupcake I received. She also put us at ease knowing we had appointments coming up at the cove spa after our meal, making sure we were taken care of.
   

   The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on 25 October 2024

   Hi daniellem, Happy belated birthday! What an honor to be your yearly birthday destination. I'm thrilled we could accommodate your dietary needs and that you enjoyed our attentive service. We hope your spa treatment at The Cove was equally as great as your dining experience. We can't wait to welcome you back next year for more birthday celebrations at Shore Lodge. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager
   

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    Penny

    Boise

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We visited at 5:15 on Friday night. One table next to us was loudly talking. The burger is excellent. I don’t care for the arugula salad as I prefer romaine or a mixed salad. The chili was good but the bean and potato soup had been emulsified and wasn’t good. Our service was excellent! And of course the view of the lake is wonderful!
    

    The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on 25 October 2024

    Hi Penny, Thank you for your feedback on our White Bean and Potato Soup. I've spoken with my culinary team. We're glad that the service was up to your standards. We hope to welcome you back for another casual dinner out in McCall. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager
    

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