Todd B.

For most people in the valley this little bistro is to far away for them to dine at. I'll give you a few reasons why should check this place out. It's not far away from the Surprise baseball stadium, so it could be your choice to have lunch before a spring training game. It is directly on your way by car to Vegas from Phoenix. Or here's another reason, it really is worth the drive because how great the food is. A very small place with about 20 seats so it's very quaint as you would expect. Nicely decorated with a french flair and a large window looking directly into the kitchen. So you get to see the chef in action! On to the meal, the Cabernet Burger is one of the tastiest that I have ever had. Marinated in cabernet sauvignon, topped with swiss cheese, applewood bacon, and carmelized onions. The flavors ooze all over the bun and into your mouth. Also comes with some delicately delicous fries. A little crispy, but not to much, just the way I like it. This restaurant is a great addition to the neighborhood. Who would have thought Surprise would have such a great place to eat!
(5)
Amy G.

The food is ALWAYS amazing from the salads and soups, to the meatloaf sandwich, to the divine Sunday Brunch. I have dined at AB several times and it is always a culinary pleasure. The waitstaff treat you like friends. They have always been prompt and courteous. While the portions have not been "Super" sized to a typical American standard, I can promise that the portions are MORE than enough. When such a fabulous place receives rave reviews (from The New York Times to Phoenix Magazine, and more) people are going to go en mass to try it out...and, well, if you refuse to make reservations please do not pout when you cannot be seated immediately. I have also utilized their talent as caterers for a celebration in my home for business associates and all of my guests were overwhelmed by AB's amazing food. Guests were trailing after the traveling servers for seconds and thirds. It was one successful party!!! The price point of such incredible food is spot on and I would even say it is a GREAT deal!!! To the people who have written poor reviews...please DO go elsewhere because you are making my dining experience an unpleasant one with your presence.
(5)
Tara G.

Yum! Quiche is fantastic! The hollandaise sauce like butter!!!
(4)
sally m.

Yum yum yum YUM! Only been here for breakfast but we keep coming back again and again. The eggs Benedict corned beef hash is so delicious. The beignets come out hot and I dream of eating them when I'm not there (think triangle doughnut with powdered sugar). Everything made fresh. Need to stop writing review now so I can go make a reservation for this weekend.
(5)
Aimee R.

Seriously the best waffles i've ever had in my life. I really like this place, and i'll definitely be back. I almost didn't go here because of all the reviews that said how few and far between the seating was. I was happily surprised to see it's really not that small. I was expecting 2 or 3 tables by some people's descriptions, but it was much more than that. It was a normal size sit down cafe. And i'm very thankful for its location as there is not much quality food out in this area. Highly recommend!
(5)
ben h.

I love a good vegetable sandwich. I don't mind paying a premium for getting what I love. Unfortunately, the veggie sandwich I had at Amuse Bouche - recommended by the server - was stunningly mediocre, considering my bill ended up being somewhere around $13 bucks for a sandwich and a few fries. The aioli was bland, there was an amount of cheese that went beyond the realm of good taste, and the roasted vegetables were sopping wet from the marinade or braising sauce or whatever they used - oily and overpowering, not tasty and delicious. I make occasional trips to Buckeye and Surprise for work, and was hoping to find a gem in the West Valley based on the reviews of this place. It wasn't completely bad - just priced at a point they'd never be able to get away with if there were more competition for the dollars of Sun City Festival residents.
(2)
Jill B.

Excellent food and atmosphere! We like to dine here during special occasions (anniversary, birthday, etc) Their eggs benedict are the best I have ever had! The restaurant is very small, but they do take reservations.
(5)
Kevin P.

If there was anything people seemed to have an issue with this restaurant over it was the service, so we went with managed expectations on that front. Have to say the service and food was very good, so can't see it. We went with a baby, which could have been a magnet for sketchy service, yet the staff and our server in particular was very accommodating. The food was very tasty, the off-menu feta and spinach quiche was fluffy with a chewy crust. The creamy tomato-goat cheese soup was likewise good, as was our friend's panini. We may not find ourselves in Surprise too soon but if we do we'd likely be back.
(4)
Jenni G.

My family loved their dinner but unfortunately the restaurant was unwilling to accommodate my request for a vegetarian entree. When our server checked with the kitchen, she reported that everything was already portioned out and they couldn't make me a plate of polenta & roasted vegetables. Weak.
(3)
Jim W.

WOW! What a dining experience:-) Don't let the small room in an out of the way strip mall fool you. This place has big flavor in all it's dishes. I had the rack of lamb. Tasted more like a miniature prime rib!!! No hint of any gamy flavor which lamb can have. Also, you must have dessert and make it the bread pudding. As good as Commanders Palace in New Orleans, and that's the best I've had...until now. And bring your own bottle of wine. They don't have a liquor license, but will open any you bring. Feel free to call ahead to ask for suggested wines for for the options on the menu. If you're in Phoenix, this is place is a must. I've heard their burgers are great, but will have to wait until my next visit to report on this one.
(5)
Julie P.

Great lunch place great panini's and salads!
(5)
Barbara H.

We had a private .gathering at this place last night. It was awesome. The chef/owner Snir was terrific at explaining what we were going to be eating. Our entrees were CoqAuVin and Beef Bourguigon, also had Tarte FlambÃ©, and spring greens with a balsamic vinaigrette. Dessert was Profiteroles, homemade cream puffs filled with vanilla ice cream and smothered in chocolate sauce. Kierstin & Snir co-owners were very gracious.
(5)
David J.

Fantastic Quiche Lorraine & Meatloaf Sandwich. Nice little intimate gem in Surprise, AZ.
(5)
Dean-Ryan S.

Not a bad little place. Claims to be a gourmet "takeout" but there are a few tables inside and out that you can sit at, despite the fact that the entire shop is roughly the size of my master bedroom's crapper. I got their menu and will scan and post it when I get around to it. Since I was the designated food bringer-homer, I ordered a lamb panini for myself and a flank steak panini for my wife, along with an order of blueberry bread pudding and mille feuille, which the lady informed me meant "a thousand layers", confirming what I already knew from high-school French. The paninis came in boxes which also contained a reasonably boring salad spruced up with a fairly tasty balsamic dressing and candied pecans - the first time I believe I've ever had those. They added a little something that improved the taste further. The panini was delicious; the lamb part of it, anyway. It's real hard to get good lamb in this city, especially lamb that tasted this good. I'm dead sick of typical lamb dishes in the US where everyone seems to think that you cannot prepare lamb without rosemary (==FALSE). The sweet onions with it were perfect. I didn't like the crusty bread that it was on - maybe that's the standard for a panini but I'd have preferred something that didn't rip the roof of my mouth wide open. Two minor issues with this place. Firstly, it's too expensive. The paninis at $10 each are right at the upper limit of what I'd pay for what I got. Other dishes, like the fish and chips, are exorbitantly priced - would you pay $16 for F&C? There's another steak dish they have for $23 which is probably the filet with carrot butter (the menu's downstairs or I'd check again) - get serious, this place is a tiny hole in the wall and I'd expect nothing over $12, even if the chef DID have a French accent. And even if they DO mix carrots with butter. Second thing. That kid that blows raspberries and mutters "chocolate" into her dad's armpit or whatever was there again. This time Grandpa brought her in. She ran around for a bit, then she sat down and her mum (behind the counter) brought her out some hummus to eat (?!), all the time giggling about how the little girl was wearing her "pirate shoes" or something. Okay. This is a take-out shop, not Disneyland. If I want family-style hijinks I'll go to Chucky Cheese, not what I thought was a gourmet French place. Kiddy stay home when mummy and daddy worky; customer eat and leave happy. I'm not one of those people that smiles beatifically when young kids caper about and drool over candy. Unless it's my kid. You can imagine what Halloween is like at my house. Fortunately I only spent a short time in there while waiting for my food to be prepared. Four stars this time purely on the strength of the lamb panini and the fact that the counter gal was nice enough to give me a cold glass of water while I waited. The desserts are still in my fridge from when I went there yesterday and I'll probably eat one or both of them tomorrow, since we already had an early dessert from Ritters this afternoon. *8-) I don't think they'll change my rating either way, though.
(4)
Angele C.

We enjoy going to Amuse Bouche for breakfast. We always order the Salmon Eggs Benedict. The eggs are poached to perfection and the hollendaise sauce is light buttery lemon sunshine! My son gets the belgian waffle with strawberries and bananas, home made whipped cream and warm syrup. The potatoes on the side are delectable, crisp on the outside and fluffy when you take a bite! We alway! ALWAYS! get beignets and the croissant basket and a side of bacon and sausage! The service is warm, friendly and attentive. Absolutely brilliant breakfasts!
(5)
Jake A.

I'm going to have to go against the flow of the other reviews on this one. My wife and myself had decided to try this place out based on recommendations from friends and the reviews on yelp. The restaurant is small, about 10 tables. It's literally a catering company that has a few tables in the front. It's has the basic decorations, but nothing special. First thing is that I was surprised by the prices. Dinners begin at $15 (only 2 meals available at this price) and quickly go up to $35/plate. I figured it'd be in line with Vogue which is around $15-20/plate and has much more atmosphere. I got the Fish and Chips, my wife got the meatloaf and we split a bowl of the bisque special. All of the food was good but we both found it to be heavy and it didn't sit well for either of us. We've also noticed that all 3 dishes were heavy in salt, especially the soup. I was really disappointed as I really had my hopes up after all of the good reviews.
(2)
Shannen W.

Amazing lunch spot! We chose Amuse Bouche for our anniversary lunch this year and wow! The intimate setting and the service first of all were top notch. We both ordered the infamous Cabernet burger. Heaven on a bun! My husband has even taken some visiting work associates (used to dining at top Scottsdale eateries) in the past and everyone unanimously agrees with us - best burger ever! The fries are also fabulous. Wish we could have stuck around for dessert but unfortunately we had an emergency come up and had to dash before having the pleasure. That will need to be rectified sometime soon on a return trip.
(5)
John E.

Meat loaf sandwich was moist with a tomato bacon sauce, along with an onion aioli. Yum. Definitely worth a return visit.
(4)
patty t.

This is definitely not a restaurant for large parties of more than about 6 people. The whole restaurant is about ten tables big, if that. It is a small, quaint location with excellent service. You can expect mostly paninis, soup, salad, and entrees like fish and chips. It is a a tad bit pricey, but not really. You will spend about ten bucks a person on an entree and that isn't all that bad. Next time I go there I am going to just get soup and salad so I can gorge myself on their desserts. I had a fancy pants peach cobbler with vanilla bean ice cream. Makes mouth happy. I'm going to say it's not that it couldn't be kid friendly, but most of the things on the menu definitely have grown up tastes and portions to them. Also, they are only open to about 7 pm or so, so don't expect to get a super late dinner there.
(4)
Ilse K.

I've eaten there twice now since the place is literally 5 minutes from my house and I am so tired of chain-restaurants, which is all we seem to have here. The first time I went for lunch and had the cabernet burger. The wait was long and the waitstaff not too friendly but for lunch, that didn't bother me much. I did get a bad stomach ache after eating, my guess was that the burger was too heavy with too much cheese-sauce etc (disclaimer: I try to eat fresh and light, dairy free food as on a daily basis so I probably have a lower tolerance than most on the rare occasion that I do indulge). The burger did taste very good but it was pricey. Last night my husband and I went for dinner. I called ahead and requested a table against the back wall. The lady on the phone told me "she wasn't sure but she would see what she could do". Based on that, I was expecting to see a packed restaurant when I arrived, yet we were the only two couples in there (it was early, right after they opened). Since it's BYOB, we each brought a bottle of Chimay. It does look like a wine bottle (its beer), but the waitress' reaction was unexcusable. She said "okay, which one would you like me to open". My husband replied "both", to which she said "excuse me? Both at the same time?!?". Then she looked at the bottles closer and said "oh, it's beer, not wine. I was about to saayyyy..." What the H? I don't care if I bring in a case of wine to drink by myself, such an unprofessional reaction is inexcusable. It gets better. We ordered the pate for appetizer, which was good but too cold. I then asked her if I could swap out the side on the duck breast (bread pudding) for something else since I love duck but abhore bread pudding. Her response was "well, I'm not sure. I'll have to ask the chef if he agrees, he tends to get funny about that". Excuse me? If I happen to not like a side or am allergic to one, you're going to force me to eat it if the chef does not "agree" with my choices? I told her "well, he can either swap out the side dish and sell me a $28 duck, or I will have the $8 soup". She huffed away and came back saying "well, the reason he doesn't want to swap things out is because he orders only so many things for one night, but in this case he has agreed to do it". Wait a minute, you're telling me the chef only stocks so many potatoes based on what? How many people his crystall ball tell him will order it that night? Ridiculous! It soured the whole dining experience for me. Anyways, I ordered the duck medium well, it came out rare. My husband had the halibut and it was drenched in sauce. The "fresh" mashed potatoes were so runny (butter? milk? cream? not sure) they practically flowed off my plate. The duck was bland, I've had much much better in many places accross the valley. We ordered the chocolate pot au creme in an attempt to save the dinner and that fell flat too. I guess they tried to make it "dense and rich" which basically rendered it inedible. To top it off, both myhusband and I got sick (not throwing up sick but a bad stomach ache and lots of bloating about an hour after the dinner, second time for that) Now, full disclosure: I was born and raised in Belgium. I live for an occasional splurge of french food and I've eaten in many small places around the world that honor the french cuisine and work miracles with fresh and rare ingredients. This place does neither. The food is commercial, overcooked, bland and laced in butter and cream. The only thing french is the attitudes of the waitstaff and the chef, which they might want to drop given this is Surprise, AZ and not France and customers are used to choices and friendliness. This is NOT the wonderful experience that French cuisine can be. Go to Christopher's at the biltmore or Vogue Bistro and you will see what I mean.
(1)
Margaret L.

My mouth was definitely amused. And in a good way. Before my visit I pictured a French style pretentious little place. Don't get me wrong, I didn't go in with bad thoughts, that's just what came to mind with the name. But when we walked in, the place and especially the people were anything BUT pretentious and the food was anything but just French. Sure, there were the French staples like quiche and croissants...but then there was freshly made hummus, fritattas, paninis, and the biggest shocker, burnt ends sandwiches. Not to mention a good selection of tempting desserts (oh yeah). The owners were extremely nice and had the cutest little daughter with them that just made you laugh as she gave her 'dadda' raspberries on his neck as he held her, and pointed at the desserts murmuring gleefully 'chocolate'. A girl after my own heart. Definitely a family friendly place. It seemed everyone that worked there had such a good relationship with each other. They gave samples as freely as their smiles and recommendations. The hummus was so obviously deliciously fresh, and had the wonderful aroma of garlic. It's the first time I ever ate hummus by the spoonful. I could never do that with the store bought stuff. Yuck. But this stuff...this was the shiznits! The lamb panini was oozing caramelized onions and aioli mayo with tender shavings of perfectly cooked lamb on a chewy crusty baguette. I know, baguette and panini...doesn't seem right...but it was delish. It came with a side of fresh greens drizzled with balsamic, sprinkled with candied pecans. Yummers. The artichoke fritatta was pretty tasty, although I wish it would have been a larger portion for the price. Fritatta eater wasn't as pleased as I was with my panini. We tried the creamed green chili soup while there also...that had a mild little bite to it and was yummy as well, but I decided to forgo the soup for tonight. The piece de resistance had to be the chocolate torte. Smooth dark Belgian chocolate in a flaky crust. It just slid right down my throat and gave my tummy a big hug. Amuse Bouche is actually a take-out / catering restaurant. Just keep in mind if you take out, it's not a fast food restaurant so you'll be waiting a little for your food. I didn't mind at all since the people there just chatted with us while the food was being prepared. The menu changes daily, so you're bound to find something tasty every day. Synopsis: A second, third, fourth....maybe more...visit is definitely in my future. For about a dollar more than McDonald's (remember, the people who didn't know who People Day was even though they made the sign) you can get fresh food that is a whole heck of a lot healthier and tastier. They even have imported drinks if you're in the mood to try. Amuse my Bouche anytime!
(4)
Dan M.

What a joke! You'd better make a reservation. If you walk up and put your name on the list they will continue to take reservations over the phone and seat those people before you. I've never heard of treating your walk in customers so bad. Such a disappointment as the food reviews are great. An hour and 45 minutes is absurd when you are told 1 hour. Also the fsct that the staff would make comments on a customer within earshot. Totally unprofessional
(1)
Luna J.

Very small place but well design... Went there for lunch and was very quiet... the soup of d Jour was very nice so the quiche. The cabernet burger was delicious but I was very disappointed with the lamb panini... very blend... I'm glad that I tried that place for lunch I'm not sure for dinner. Not too bad but I'm no sure if I'll return :(
(3)
Renee C.

My husband and I decided to try this place for breakfast in honor of our anniversary. We were not disappointed. We started out with beignets, of course, and they were very tasty and smothered in powdered sugar. Hubby had the spinach eggs florentine and I had one of their corned beef eggs benedict. Both of us agreed they were lovely dished. The hollandaise sauce was light and creamy and my corned beef has was the best I have ever had. Hubby found out they had bread pudding, so he opted for a desert with our breakfast. I had a bite, love the sauce, but was to full to share anymore. Our service was top notch. The female chef of the couple that owned came over several time to see how we were liking this and that, All in all a very pleasant experience and we will certainly be going back, maybe for lunch next time.
(5)
Chen Y.

Went here for dessert. Was craving a dark chocolate tart. The rich dark chocolate was good, but I'm not sure I would get it again. The crust was very average. Perhaps the restaurant's culinary forte is in the entrees. I was looking forward to trying out the dinners next time, but am not sure I will return. I mentioned as we were being seated that we were there for dessert. The waiter just seated us without a menu, brought water and left. Then he walked by and said he would be with us in a bit. He came back & proceeded to set the table with a fork, spoon, and knife. I mentioned to him that we had wanted dessert only. He said he knew, and then proceeded to rattle off the desserts quickly. The waiter came across as edgy, somewhat annoyed, and not wanting to be there. For wanting to be an upscale bistro, I found the attitude of service to be unacceptable. I am more than willing to pay for great food and/or service, but this place disappointed me enough to make me not want to come back.
(2)
Steven F.

Totally awesome. Best french food I've ever had.
(5)
J B.

I agree with some of the sentiments below. Yes it's a small restaurant, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in flavor. This is a rare gem this far west in Surprise. The food is flavorful, well presented, and the service is pleasant. I have had the Paella and the Lobster Mac & Cheese and was supremely impressed by both. My companions were in agreement...fantastic restaurant.
(4)
Richard S.

We have eaten there twice and all dishes were prepared as good as they get. We have had home made soups,mussels, fish and chips and the steak. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was that of a small neighborhood restaurant. It started as just a catering business but customers suggested they serve meals. First was just one meal a day ,now it is all three except Sunday it is closed. This is the first meals we have had in Surprise where we found the food to be this good . We hope that in the future improvements are made in the atmosphere as Some French decore and music would enlighten the experience. We can take our own wine there and corkage is only $2 per person.
(5)
Laurie K.

Chef owned gem! This is the best lunch place in Surprise, but the dinner menu is the best. The small dining room is a bit of an issue with the giant lunch crowd, but dinner is usually better. If you live near, I highly recommend doing take-out and enjoying the great food in your own dining room. Since the restaurant doesn't have a liquor license, take-out allows you to enjoy a great bottle of wine with your meal.
(4)
Ivan S.

A very delightful treat! I had their filet mgnon and it was cooked to perfection. It was served with their spectacular carrot butter and potatoes. I highly recommend this bistro.
(5)
S G.

My husband and I very much enjoyed breakfast at Amuse Bouche recently. This was our first meal at the restaurant and it will not be our last. We'd heard reservations were recommended but since it was the middle of July and we planned to get there soon after they opened, we took our chances. There was only one other customer there prior to opening so we didn't have to wait in line but the restaurant did fill up steadily after that. We shared the beignets and my only regret was wearing a black top--the piping hot pastries were covered in a fluffy layer of powdered sugar just as they should be. I ordered the corned beef Benedict served with country potatoes which was delicious. The corned beef is made in house and the flavor reflects that--more delicate in taste and texture than most other restaurants serve. Cover that in a silky Hollandiase sauce and it's heaven on a plate. It came with country potatoes that were perfectly cooked to my liking--crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. My husband had a waffle with fruit and freshly whipped cream that was also delicious. We're thinking of splitting a plate next time as each of our dishes was much more ample than we expected. The restaurant is small, so if you're planning to visit during snowbird season or the lunch, dinner or breakfast rush any time of year definitely reserve your table. The only drawback is they don't use Open Table so you have to call to make a reservation for your party like it's 1999.
(5)
Nikki A.

Amazing!!!!!! Their Cuban Panini was so freaking good I can't even deal. It had so many distinct flavors. This is my absolute favorite place. The service was really good too. The waitress never let our drinks get below halfway empty and gave us new napkins when I used mine up. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!
(5)
Tim M.

Went in for lunch yesterday and ordered a Cabernet burger and fries and a creme brulee for dessert. The burger was outstanding, extremely juicy and flavorful. The fries were also outstanding. Creme brulee was pretty good, but in my opinion, they're hard to get wrong. Service was excellent, our waitress was quick on refilling out glasses and checking in to make sure everything was ok. The dining area is pretty cozy so if you're going during a rush hour, you may want to call ahead.
(5)
J K.

Yum Yum. What a great surprise to find a wonderful French Bistro on my trip to Arizona last week. The food, service, and atmosphere were all top notch. I went there with a foodie friend and he loved it too. We were fighting for the last beignet. If you go there on Sunday, like I did, I'd advise making a reservation. The place was packed! The beignet was heavenly and my eggs benedict was just a masterpiece. Bravo Amuse Bouche! The food, atmosphere, and ambience reminded me of my days living in Paris. So if the cost of a ticket to France is too much, just take a trip to this great little bistro and save a bundle. Leave your passport at home, but bring your appetite. You'll get a taste of France and won't be disappointed. You'll be transformed to the city of lights and might even walk out speaking French. Encore, encore!
(5)
Elaine H.

I was a first time visitor to Amuse Bouche on Tuesday, and was rather disappointed by the food. We were greeted and seated immediately by a very helpful and knowledgeable waiter/host. We were going to a movie after lunch, so we ordered: 1) The Cabernet Burger cooked medium (it came well-done) and accompanied by French fries (which were good, but nothing spectacular). When the burger arrived, I said that doesn't look medium, my companion said, "it looks well-done." We didn't say anything as we had a movie to go to. Companion's verdict on this burger was "would not order it again," regardless of temperature. He also pointed to a lot of fluid from the burger - not sure what that was. I tasted a small bite, and while I like cabernet wine, I didn't like the burger. 2) Salmon Salad - this came with a very large piece of salmon with an exquisite potato and herb crust on top of a whole lot of field greens, a perfectly cooked hard-boiled egg, candied pecans, and tomato. I enjoyed the crusted salmon, pecans, and egg, until I had several bites of distinctly "fishy" as in "old fishy" salmon in the middle. It was a surprise to have that yucky taste right in the middle of such a good piece of fish. I didn't say anything until after I paid the bill. I wanted to keep the dining experience upbeat and get to the movie. 3) Pot de crÃ¨me - we ordered this and stated we did not have much time. It was prettily presented with whipped cream and what I think was cocoa on top. The pot de crÃ¨me was cold (as if from the refrigerator) and the whipped cream was delightfully light. We both thought it would have been a bit more interesting if the chocolate was not so cold. I have read that such desserts might be taken from the refrigerator and set on the counter for 15 minutes before serving. On the other hand, we had told the waiter we were in a hurry and he promptly brought the dish out. --I don't think I would be as picky over this but for our entrees. If I were to give this dessert another chance, I would inquire about letting it sit to warm up a bit (which they may ordinarily do). My companion didn't tell me what he thought of his meal until later in the car when I specifically asked him. One other thing about the salmon salad - it had a whole lot of greens with it, and nothing to really break it up... If I made such a dish at home, I would use less greens and perhaps throw in some slices of Persian cucumber, some smaller sliced tomatoes through the salad greens... It just felt rather one dimensional. The dressing was tasty, but it looked like it had been blended at high speed for too long to a thick, almost pudding-like emulsification. The amount of salmon served was about twice what I would consider a serving. (I'd prefer smaller servings.) I had no desire to eat dinner that night (all the protein from the salmon and egg kept me well-sated). Two other tables were occupied in the restaurant while we were there. One was by a man relishing what looked like a panini and pot de crÃ¨me. Maybe that is something I should try for lunch. His manner with the waiter suggested to me that he was a regular. Another table was occupied by a couple. I observed one of the couple telling the waiter that something about her quiche was inedible (she also mentioned something about bacon, I think she said it was undercooked). I stopped paying attention and do not know what the resolution was. Overall, the only way I would test this restaurant again would be for the breakfast. I don't think I would order any seafood dishes from them. I also would try the place as the waiter/host had so much knowledge and was clearly passionate about the place. It makes me hope that what I experienced was an anomaly...or the pangs of a young restaurant trying to grow. The waiter mentioned that the owners now only cook on Sundays as they have a family. I can't help but wonder if the restaurant still needs a bit more watchful care in the kitchen that might best come from the owners. I am not excited by the menus, especially the crepes. I wish the owners might gain a bit of inspiration from Chez Vous in Scottsdale for crepes. I was also disappointed by a narrow herbal tea selection...Bigelow. I was hoping for some verveine.... (Chez Vous has it by Harney Brothers)... I live in Surprise, and would really like some reliably inspiring French food nearby. It's tiresome to have to go to Scottsdale or Phoenix for really good food. I guess I will have to give this restaurant another chance. One last really small thing... There were loads of fabric/artificial tulips in the planters at the front of the restaurant. This was an odd site in the height of June in Arizona. It is true, such a planter would be low maintenance and not require any care. ---I think a bit more care and detail is merited at this restaurant by the owners at very least in the kitchen.
(2)
Toni W.

My husband and I went here tonight for date night dinner because the reviews were so good. Frankly, the reviews do it NO justice!! The food is simply amazing, and we are going back for the much talked about breakfast tomorrow. It's small, but quiet and perfect for a more romantic dinner. BYOB which is fine for us bc we don't drink. Same price you will pay for the steakhouse down the road but Waaaay better food.. Everything is prepared fresh daily from scratch. I can't wait to go back!!
(5)
Mark L.

This was my first time here and was very impressed! Don't think of coming without a reservation. The food was amazing and the staff always keep your beverage full!
(4)
Susan T.

Lunch early afternoon cook and waitress are less than stellar as well as the food during this time. Our Cabernet burgers were overcooked when we asked for medium well. This is the second time as of recently that we have have been there and have been unhappy with the wait staff and cook. When the owners are cooking the food is amazing.
(2)
H. R.

We have dined several times at Amuse Bouche for lunch and keep going back for one reason - the food is great. One of the highlights on the lunch menu is the Cabernet burger. The couple sitting at the table next to us each had the burger and we overheard their comments as follows: "this burger changed my life" said the man. The woman called a friend and said "this is the best burger I've ever had in my life. I didn't even need to add ketchup!" I think that about says it all. I've also had the Cabernet burger, and it is really great. But that's not all that is on the menu. You can start with their pÃ¢tÃ© which is wonderful (although they could give you a few more bits of toasted bread because you run out of them before you run out of pÃ¢tÃ©). Their salads are delicious and plentiful. The sandwiches are great. I had the Parisian sandwich on my most recent visit (with black forest ham, hard-boiled eggs, cheese, etc., on a baguette) and a wonderful side salad. I've also had the Panini's, including the Cuban and the lamb. They are both excellent. And finally, the French fries. They are beer battered and served piping hot. It is worth going there just to have the fries. As other commenters have noted, this is a very small place, but the service is excellent and the food is terrific. You should give it a try.
(5)
Sandy E.

This is for takeout only. My husband had a lunch meeting there so I asked him to pick me up the chicken salad. He ordered it when he was leaving. When he brought it home I was very disappointed to see it was pretty much a bag of lettuce with a few strips of chicken, a few onions, maybe a strip of undercooked bacon in a clump at the bottom, and a few slices of apple. The chicken was good. They put a roll in a separate box with some butter. It's 100+ degrees so of course it melted and soaked the bread making it mushy. It was disappointing...$14 for a 1/2 a chicken breast and a bag of lettuce. No thanks.
(2)
Tam F.

It's a small world indeed. This is a family run business and this review is for the catering service and the incredible food and for the amazing owners, Snir and Kierstin Mor. Why do I say it's a small world? Well, Kierstin happens to be from San Ramon. Yep, of all the Bay Area, a San Ramon person catering the first night of Shiva in honor of my Grandmother in Sun City, Arizona and the restaurant is in Surprise. Small world indeed. Jewish rituals around death are to some very hard to deal with and can be very complicated. Due to the fact my Gram had been living near me for the past year but still had her residence in Sun City and due to proximity of the mortuary and cemetery and other factors, my Mom and I decided to use a caterer to ensure we had enough food for everyone who may come for Shiva( traditionally everyone who attends the graveside would attend) My mom still being a local had been to their restaurant and had contacted them when we knew my Grandmother's death was imminent. We were and still are very grateful that Snir understood without question that we couldn't give him a set date or time just a heads up and a basic idea of timing and what our needs were and where the Shiva would be taking place. How can one review the food for what gentiles would consider a wake? Well, my feeling is how could I not. I'm Jewish- I like to eat. I like to talk about food. I like to cook food (someday will get my groove back with this)- The food was seriously THAT GOOD. Snir and Kierstin were THAT GREAT and luckily we ordered more than needed as we ended up needing to serve the leftovers the following evening and it fed me for another couple of days. I can honestly say Snir made the absolute BEST quiche I have ever eaten and I have eaten a lot of quiche in my life. First of all, I am still amazed at how he was able to cater quiche that was so light, so layered and so perfectly executed. I have dreams about this quiche (and due to the eating my feelings since my Gram's passing the dream part is no exaggeration). We also had 2 different phenomenal vegetarian lasagnas one with eggplant one with olives, a couple of different salads- one with kale and quinoa and one with candied nuts The dressing was amazing. The rolls were great and lastly the lemon bars (no left overs) and the pot de creme(too rich for my taste buds but everyone raved about them) were a nice way to end a hard day on a sweet note. I will say that if I lived in the area and needed catering, this would be my go to caterer. I wished I could have had the opportunity to to their actual restaurant but I know that day may come. Knowing that the restaurant is in Surprise, I am certain that all of the chain restaurants around may overshadow the gem but I sure hope not. Toda Raba!
(5)
Roxy H.

I don't normally understand the hype around burgers - you've had one you've had them all - that is until I had their speciality Cabernet Burger. It's a 1/2 pound beef patty flavored with cabernet wine, topped with swiss cheese, bacon jam, caramelized onions and onion aioli served with some of the most phenomenal french fries I have had in some time! The paninis were insane as well, crispy and really flavorful! Service was great - drinks were never empty and waiters were friendly. The decor is cute and french themed. Worth checking out if you are in the area!
(4)
Nic G.

Great Sunday brunch- small menu but everything is done very well. Sometimes you have to wait a bit, even with a reservation. It is small and quite crowded so be prepared to be packed in like a sardine. Despite that- I consider myself lucky because the food is so delicious! Eggs benedict is amazing. BYO champagne for mimosas.
(4)
Sabine M.

We were visiting the Phoenix area to celebrate a family member's 65th birthday. While looking for a restaurant, I read the NY Times review from 2010 and decided to take a group of 4 to celebrate. Two of us had the nightly special, which was fish with an asian peanut sauce over noodles. The dish was drowning in the too sweet sauce. We did not finish it as the dish was cloying and without the veggies that were supposed to be included. One person had the scallop pate, which was fishy, making me wonder about the freshness of the dish. She also had a "salad" with so much bacon she had to pick most of it off. The meatloaf plate was tasty, but also loaded with 6 slices of bacon on top. The food here has no finesse and is not carefully prepared. The rolls served to the table were dry and heavy. We were very disappointed. Also, shame on you, NY Times! Did the reviewer actually eat here?
(2)
R C.

Three of us recently went for dinner and I thought it was great. Small restaurant so I do suggest reservations. It is also BYOB which makes it fun. We started with the Hummus, Burrata, and Kale salad. The hummus had great flavor and the kale salad was delicious. You should skip the burrata. For entrees we had the Black Cod on a bed of asian noodles. Cooked perfect and the peanut sauce on the noodles was a nice pairing. Duck breast was also spot on with the dried fruit chutney. Hanger steak was good. We finished with the bread pudding...some of the best I have ever had. Creme brulee-as it should be-nice sugar shell, good consistency and great vanilla flavor. Our third dessert was the chocolate panna cotta. My least favorite was the chocolate. I know by reading the many other reviews lots of people love it. I think the bread pudding and creme brulee were far superior. Overall I think this is a gem for the west-side. I think the reviews about slow service and not being kid-friendly are way off. There are plenty of restaurants that cater to families. This restaurant serves great food that shouldn't comprise their standards. To only give this restaurant 3 stars because they don't serve grilled cheese is ridiculous. If you are in the area I highly suggest you eat here, but don't forget to bring wine.
(5)
Susan M.

We have eaten here twice and both times have been on Sunday's. Excellent food both times and we will be back for sure! The beignets are amazing as well as the Eggs Benedict!
(5)
Irene E.

I live in Park City, UT and come out to Surprise to visit my mom. My stepdad has a daughter living in Sweden and her Swedish friends told her about this place, I was intrigued. This place did not disappoint! I had a dinner special, filet mignon topped with crab. I was giddy at first bite, it was that good. My husband had scallops, they were perfectly cooked. I liked that it was BYOB, there is a $3 corkage fee per person. We had the blueberry bread pudding with caramel sauce, it was amazing! It took a little time to get our food, but we hardly noticed, we got the hummus appetizer to tide us over. I've been coming out to Surprise for about 5 years, this is the best place I've eaten at, by far. The food here is better than most of the fancy restaurants in my home of Park City, UT. Pricey, yes, but also the best restaurant meal I've had in a LONG time.
(5)
Beth S.

Enjoyed lunch recently at Amuse Bouche with my good friend and littlest guy. I enjoyed the beet and goat cheese salad while she had one of the paninis of the day. I was a little disappointed that the best they could offer for little people is a grilled cheese sandwich. Not that I'm looking for a whole litany of options and I understand that the point of this little bistro is that it's supposed to be a bit upscale, but if you're open for lunch in Surprise, a family-centered community, adding some kid friendly options might not be soooo bad and could help put butts in the seats during the weekday. I found the service to be nice but they were a little snooty when we first arrived and eyeballed my son. I thought overall service was slow considering what we ordered and the grilled cheese came out cold. It was not busy at all so not sure about the delay. The salad was just ok. The panini was just ok. Having patio dining was nice though. The wait staff warmed up when they saw how well behaved my boy was but first impressions are hard to take back. After reading such rave reviews on Yelp about this place, I honestly felt it fell short from a lunch perspective. I may considering trying again at dinner, sans children, and really get a little more in-depth with the menu options. So for now, my review is that Amuse Bouche is just ok when it comes to a lunch time spot in Surprise.
(3)
Jim G.

We this restaurant might have great food but not very nice hostess or owner. We stop to make a reservation in the afternoon for a specific table and when we arrived they had just sat someone at the table. The only table let was by the bathroom or at the door really not nice places to sit for an expensive dinner. Off my list of restaurants to recommend I the Surprise Area
(1)
Patricia C.

I must be nuts. This place is across the street from us and it took an old buddy to tell me about it yesterday. So we golf carted over there for brunch. Delicious and not expensive. Had eggs Benedict for the first time in years. I'm trying lunch real soon. Considering that the place was packed, it didn't take long. Be sure to make reservations.
(5)
Mike T.

Incredible food. I had a great Cuban panini and the quiche Lorraine was superb. The desserts are also incredible, including the creme brulee and raspberry bread pudding. It's a small restaurant with not much inside seating, so be prepared.
(5)
Betsy R.

Amazing! I came here for brunch on Sunday. It is an extremely small space, so when you walk in you are right there (slightly intimidating when everyone turns to stare!). But once seated it was so good. The service is the friendliest I've seen, with multiple servers all helping out each table. I like that it's BYOB and so we brought some bubbly. There is a glass charge of $3 but well worth it since no corking fee. The beignets are a MUST try! WOW! We all had the benedict, but I can't wait to go back and try everything else! An absolutely perfect Sunday brunch!!
(5)
Pepper T.

I've been here quite a few times for dinner and once for lunch. The proteins are always fresh and very good quality. I never had anything under or over cooked here. Amuse Bouche is one of the very few places that actually bakes you your own bread for dinner. The bread was HOT and nice and crusty but I do note did lack salt this time. We decided to try the Risotto Cakes. I tasted the Fennel Cilantro Aioli and didn't think I'd like it on Risotto Cakes but I was pleasantly surprised that it added the right layers of flavors to the very well made risotto cakes. They were interesting. They were offering a larger dinner menu than from my previous visits and were offering seven very different dinners of different proteins. I liked that my server informed me that they were flexible with the dinners meaning I could swap things around if something didn't suit me. I tried the Barramundi. The Fish tasted amazingly fresh and was simple but perfection. The Crayfish Fondue was very well made but I thought the braised spinach seemed very average. Nothing was wrong with it I guess it's just me not being a big fan of baby spinach. My husband tried the Smoked Pork Chop with Savory Apple Bread Pudding in a Cider Reduction also with Spinach. He said it was also prepared perfect. The Pork Chop was juicy and tender. He liked the smoke to it and the sauce was very well made. He also enjoyed the Savory Apple Bread Pudding. It was very hard to turn down their delicious dessert of Bread pudding that I tasted at the "Flavors of the West Food Festival" It truly might have been the best bread pudding I ever tried but I thought I had enough bread today so I went with their amazing Pot de Creme. The sophisticated grown up chocolate pudding is topped with fresh just whipped up REAL whipped Cream. For certain it's among the best desserts you can get anywhere. Amuse Bouche is a very tiny B.Y.O.B. if you plan to come here you absolutely need to make a reservation. They charge $3 a person Cork fee . 4.5 stars
(5)
Audrey B.

I am really sad to have to give this place a 1 star. We have been here quite a few times and have had wonderful service and been treated great, however when we came in today it was a different story. Being military we have always received a military discount on out bill on previous visits. When we asked today they informed us that they didn't have military discount. When we let them know that we had been offered it in the past the waitress, Kim, seemed annoyed by our request. When we gave her the military ID she then preceded to say, very loudly for others to hear, that our ID was expired, which was not true. When we showed her the expiration date on the ID she once again was rude and disrespectful. Unfortunately the unprofessional and rude behavior of this waitress, Kim, towards our military members has deterred us from ever visiting this place again.
(1)
Jack N.

I've been back here and unfortunately the service has gotten worse. The waffles and egg benedict were still very good. I believe they should get someone new to host and waitress. There are two gals that seem to be there and the smaller one just seems rude and forgetful. Instead of apologizing for her error she comes across like you are an inconvenience. It just makes for a poor experience on what could have been a nice brunch.
(3)
Darlene S.

Has huge potential. I ordered the quinoa and kale salad with chicken breast. I asked for it with dressing on the side, they forgot but quickly brought a new one out and it looked attractive. The salad was missing the almonds as describe in the menu, and there were dried cranberries added that weren't on the menu. The two huge balls of goat cheese was just too much, it was warm and hard to break up any because it was so gooey I couldn't eat it. The chicken was super dry and seemed like it was reheated in the microwave for too long. My friend got the Cabernet Burger with fries. The fries were really good, as was the hamburger. He also ordered the bread pudding (I didn't try it). It was attractive on the dish and he said it was an A+. The waitress was nice, and attentive. The odd thing that bugged me ( I Am a little OCD) was there were tables that needed to be wiped off the entire time we were eating. There was also paper napkins under the table that should have been picked up. There were only 2 other customers there so not busy. No one wants to sit to have a nice lunch and look at dirty tables. But, I would go back and give it another shot.
(4)
Janice D.

Amazingly wonderful Easter brunch! Perfect food, great service. Never knew they had breakfast. Can't wait to come back.
(5)
Rachael K.

Delicious, fresh, wonderful quaint ambiance, and let's not leave out BYOB! This place has never disappointed. It is not too expensive considering the amazing dishes served. Highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys the finer things sometimes. The staff is so friendly and they take real pride in what they do. They even cater to children! My son has been here a few times with us and they go above and beyond to make sure he gets what ever he wants. You bring your own booze which is fantastic since you are paying for the delectable food as opposed to over priced drinks. The place is very small, however I feel it adds to the good experience. I love the atmosphere. It is best to make a reservation on the weekend evenings. Since seating is minimal you want to be certain to have a table. With reservations, we have never had to wait a single minute, they are always prepared.
(5)
Mark F.

Outstanding. Solid practiced technique. house made product. Excellent ingredients. I had the lamb Panini and cream of artichoke soup. Obviously that these Chefs are well trained and understand how a simple approach makes the best food. The severs were friendly but a little slow. I would return.
(4)
Floyd C.

Food is excellent! Go here for the food and not the location. I am not a fan of the small quarters or the regular crowd here. I just want to be clear the atmosphere is not what I go here for. I only go here for the excellent, Scottsdale culinary chefs and great prices. If I need a Scottsdale dish without the commute I go here. I would give it 5 stars, but the location and size are a distraction.
(4)
Reggie S.

Saw the place on yelp and it had great reviews. The food is very good, so come here with a healthy appetite. You won't be disappointed. We came here with friends. We ordered the following: lamb panini, Cabernet burger, grilled ham & cheese sandwich, and pate. Loved the lamb on panini with the garlic aioli. The burger was good, cooked at the right temperature and had a very good flavor. We got the grilled cheese & ham for the kids, but they did an amazing job, almost wished I had ordered it instead. Lol But the star of the show had to be the pate! My wife and our friend kept going on and on about it! The service was good. They only had one person when we went who was our hostess/server. Very friendly/attentive despite being the only person in the front. I say it took about 15 mins for our food to be delivered. But it's a smaller place and I can only imagine there was probably only one cook in the back. But the food came out nice and hot, so we didn't mind the wait. It was well worth it. The price on the items was very decently priced. And I love the menu because it was simple, wasn't over burden with 60 options. I believe most of the items was under 12, so not too bad. The place is on the smaller end like I stated before, but they do offer both indoor & outdoor seating. It was well kept up, no dirty tables. Very clean bathrooms. I really like the mural of a street in Paris on the wall. The entire place had a lot of character. It's located in a shopping center, so lots of parking. I just yelped it and went to GPS, right off of Cotton in Surprise. Can't miss it. Overall I really like this place. Would recommend this place to anyone. The food was great, the service was good even with them being short handed. Nice quite place to have lunch or a early dinner.
(5)
Mamma W.

The food isn't quite as good as we remember it. Burger was way over done and the salmon almost raw. Pretty sure we saw a server use her ungloved hand to grab a roll out of the fridge. Disgusting. Service was much better last year.
(2)
Mike O.

crap quick-bake pillsbury "baked to order". Croissant is NOT supposed to be gooey inside. Whatever expeller-pressed oil infused chemical it uses to achieve the "buttery" flakiness of the outer crust, you didn't fool me. [this is my second attempt at this review. i would *swear* my april review with pictures was well placed, but it has since disappeared.] I was so excited to try this place after reading the accolades and seeing some of the reviews here. I was sorely mistaken. echoing my bobblehead (and filtered) fellow-yelper's review, this place thinks *way* too high of itself. drop the attitude folks. CROISSANT. # is not supposed to be gooey inside. it was for fakers. POTATOES # margarine or expeller-pressed lube is the standard here. ugh. and to think we used to eat this stuff without blinking. for shame. SERVICE. server keeps stopping at my table to see what else i want. every few seconds it seems. then they drop the check. before i asked. ok, i'm not going to fuss. unwilling to be shooed, i leave it. then she whisks it away, returning seconds later to scold me because there's no payment inside. OK OK I get it, I'm leaving!
(1)
John M.

We started with three cheeses accompanied by fig chutney and wild honey ($6 ea). I then had the beet salad ($8) with goat cheese and candied pecans. The beets were prepared wonderfully. My wife & daughter had the artichoke and green chili bisque. This soup was unlike any soup I've ever tasted. You have to come here for the soup if you don't try anything else. You'll want try more food though. Trust me. For our entrees my daughter & I had the pan seared duck with a lemon risotto crepe ($27). My wife had the fried chicken & cole slaw ($16?). Both were fantastic. The service was great as well. The fact this place is a BYOB is just the icing on the cake. Oh, by the way, go for their Sunday brunch too. You won't be disappointed.
(5)
Melissa L.

Always excellent food. I have not had anything I did not enjoy. The Cabernet burger is fantastic!
(5)
Amy G.

I hired AB to cater a private event in my home and I actually had guests follow the servers throughout the party...my guests couldn't resist snatching up more tasty morsels (even though there was PLENTY of food to go around)!!!! Amazing catering. Truly. I've tried other caterers and they were good, but not AB great. Professionals! Food is amazing!!! I've also attended social events where AB was the caterer. They were able to pull it off amazingly well with such a large crowd. Quiche is exquisite! Most recently, I had the opportunity to try their version of tacos at the Arizona Taco Festival at the Salt River Fields and, BY FAR, they were the BEST tacos (but those are not on the restaurant menu...just saying...these chefs are versatile!!!) Since moving to East Phoenix, I still make the trek for myself and for any out-of-state visitors of mine because I know they need to try this special place. This place is that good. If it is high season (winter) please do not expect immediate seating or seating at all. This is a quaint bistro that many many many people love. If it is a special occasion, call ahead and make reservations!
(5)
Alizabeth J.

Amuse Bouche Bistro caters the most incredible Thanksgiving meal I've ever had! Not just the traditional turkey but and wonderful tender lamb as well! All the sides were just as delicious!
(5)
Katie S.

My parents come here all the time so when I was there to visit, we had to pay a visit. Great menu although a little misleading - the soup of the day was corn chowder with green chilies however the menu felt more French than Southwestern. Service was great - above and beyond even though they claimed they didn't have our reservation written down. Duck Confit was amazing, very traditional served with lentils, crispy skin and so delicious. I hope that one day they have a stand alone space or larger space. Using the bathroom is a bit awkward as the door opens right into the dining room.
(4)
Marie B.

We loved Amuse Bouche! We visited for dinner. Everything we had was superb! We had the Hummus, Cauliflower-Truffle Oil Soup, Meatloaf Platter and the most amazing Pot Pie with Crawfish and Sausage. Even their bread rolls were amazing. The service was too! I can't say enough! We had a great experience, and we will definitely be back! We must try their Brunch and their Desserts. NOTE: Make sure to make a reservation . The restaurant is small (quaint/nice/no frills).
(4)
Joshua B.

This was a fabulous restaurant! We went there for their brunch on Sunday. There were 3 of us and we each ordered different things and shared. I got the Eggs Benedict. OMG it was so delicious! The egg was cooked perfectly. The ham was phenomenal. The English Muffin was toasted just right and all of this was drowned in the most amazing hollandaise sauce I've ever had. We also had the waffle that was very nice and we also had the fresh baked croissants with tiny pearls of cold butter. YUM! The breakfast bread pudding was sweet, sticky, and tasty! We also had the beignets (can you tell we love carbs?!) that were a bit heavy but went very well with the coffee. I wish I lived in AZ so we could go here all the time but alas we do not.
(5)
Hanna K.

Love their benes and I always get the corn beef benedict! Best homemade hollandaise sauce! Make sure to make reservations!
(5)
Monica H.

It was a Saturday lunch, the place was packed. We grabbed the only available table outside. One older waitress explains to us the BYOB policy when we asked for the wine list. Then she says "I take it you have never been here before?" *walks off giggling* One of my girlfriend walks to a pharmacy near by (recommended by old waitress), and when she returned with 2 bottles of wine our new waitress tells us "Oh, well, you can't drink that on the patio!" After some disucssion, and our new waitress going inside to talk to the manager, they allowed us to drink but said it would only be this one time. Later other patrons next to us began complaining where we could hear them "Why do THEY get to drink on the patio?" Needless to say it was a VERY unpleasant experience, and I will not be returning. From now on I will happily drive to downtown PHX from Surprise to meet my girlfriends for lunch where I know where to find this same quality of food but far superior customer service.
(2)
Voss B.

Slow and not customer-focused service. Took 20 min to bring the salads (there were only 4 people on the floor at the time and we actually reserved our seats!). If you are not too hungry they will charge you $3 to split the order :-(
(3)
Christiane F.

I live a matter of blocks from this restaurant and it's an absolute wonder. We have Sunday brunch here quite regularly as well as most Holiday dinners, Easter, Christmas Eve, etc.. Every thing they make is perfect and the staff is always very friendly and courteous.
(5)
Kristy S.

I ordered the eggs Benedict as a takeout order. They wait and assemble it fresh when you get there so it doesn't get all smooshy...it was excellent! I'm excited to go there again and try more menu items. The beignets looked delicious!
(5)
Arlin B.

After reading the "Best of Phoenix Awards", I had to try Amuse Bouche. When I read the article and saw something about it in one of the Yelp talk threads I thought ~ "What is this, a French restaurant located on the west side that is actually good?" Well I gave it two chances for my first visit was a 1-2 star experience and my second visit was better but not enough to raise my rating... First experience ~ I wanted to try the "Best Quiche Lorraine in Phoenix". What I got was a so-so swiss and bacon quiche that was runny and not evenly cooked. The pie crust was exceptional but when I pointed out the runniness of the quiche to my server she stated "that's how it's cooked". My quiche came with a side salad for which I was asked if I wanted some blue cheese crumbles on top and of course I agreed. I did not know it was going to cost me an additional $1 for what should have been on top of the salad to begin with... The salad was fresh, the candied pecans were good but the salad needed more dressing. (see pic) Aside from the runny quiche the service was deplorable. Loud 80's big hair band rock was coming from the kitchen area and filtered through this little "French Restaurant". My server did not know her menu and stated that my quiche was egg-less when I pointed out it was too runny. My ice tea ran dry a couple of times due to my server and the cook eating in the kitchen. It was somewhat gross because they were cooking other peeps meals while eating theirs... No hand washing in between, yeeuuh! Second visit ~ I made sure no one in the kitchen area was eating and cooking at the same time. I was also glad to get a different server this on visit even though I could not believe the other lame-o server was still there. This server knew the menu very well and was very attentive with his service. After reading the Yelp reviews I tried their Cabernet Burger. It was more cabernet than burger... You could not taste the beef and the caramelized onions made this burger too mushy for which the bun could not hold up to it. The French fries were pre-frozen and were not good even with the onion aioli... I had HIGH hopes for this west side French Bistro but their food and service fell flat like a French Beret...
(2)
Karen S.

Wonderful atmosphere! Great service! The food is freshly prepared, including freshly made pasta, I had the special " Fettuccine Alfredo" with a generous portion of shrimp!!! Awesome!!!
(5)
Katia H.

I had a 11-person brunch reservation today at this restaurant. They were a little late in getting us seated, but once we were the service was stellar! I had the smoked salmon eggs Benedict and it was delicious. Everyone else in my party also raved about their food. They came out every few minutes to make sure we were okay. They chilled the champagne I brought with me (gotta love BYOB), and you can't leave here without trying the bread pudding. We will definitely be going back. Nice to see the town of Surprise open up a local eatery with fantastic service and food. Who needs a chain restaurant when you have this place to go??
(5)
Michael F.

This has got to be one of my favorite places. I've had the meat loaf sandwich no less than 5 times and combined with the salad make it the perfect lunch. I highly recommend this place and you will not be disappointed.
(5)
Rob L.

What a freaking fun little spot! Our family had a great breakfast at this restaurant and service was very good. The beignets were a hit with my daughter and wife. Waffles were a perfect crisp on the edges and loaded on top with fruit and real whipped create. Syrup tastes like cinnamon buns. My wife's quiche was cooked to perfection with airy egg and perfectly infused cheese flavor. And my crepe with ham and swiss cheese was amazingly tasty, large, and filling enough that I only ate half. I wanted to finish it, I just couldn't We'll be heading back and hoping to catch when they do their French Onion Soup... One oddity: We had called ahead and were told they did not take reservations. When we arrived and asked for a table, they asked if we had reservations. Chatting with them, it sounds like they do take reservations in the winter/spring (snowbird season) and they apologized for any confusion. Space is at a premium at this spot, so call ahead.
(5)
Kelly V.

I would probably give this place 2.5 stars. There were a few service hiccups that do not seem consistent with the atmosphere they're obviously seeking. Our main entrees were brought when my husband was still eating his appetizer causing us to scramble to find room for all of the dishes. My husband's appetizer dish (which was a long rectangular dish and not at all inconspicuous) sat ON the table until dessert dishes were cleared. Space is at a premium here (so much so that two of our dining companions were bumped by neighboring diners and food had to be passed down the tables as the servers couldn't get to the people at the end). It also seemed rather expensive. The food was okay. My salad wasn't tossed terribly well and despite the description that mentioned candied walnuts, I think I located exactly one. My filet was quality and cooked well but someone was rather heavy-handed with the demiglace in the kitchen. My aunt's filet was oversauced as well. It probably wouldn't have been an issue except it was salty. (And I LOVE salt so me describing something as salty should tell you something.) The bread pudding was delicious although the blueberries were completely drowned out by the caramel sauce. Overall... eh.
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Sue K.

Our first experience at Amuse was great. We had the most amazing dinner and our waiter was fantastic. Our second experience, however, was very unpleasant. We took some of our friends who are from out of town, but just recently bought a second home here. The food was not as good and the service was horrific. The waitress even had the nerve to say that she and the staff were betting in the kitchen on who was going to eat the bread at our table. She said that our friends were more fit than my husband and I because we ate the bread and they didn't?? Well, our friend just lost 30 pounds because he just had heart surgery and our other friend just doesn't eat that much -- very tiny lucky gal. I could not believe how rude and insulting the waitress was though. We will not be going back! So disappointed. I thought this would be our new place, but the inconsistency is a real turn off.
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Jet F.

Great little bistro, we each ordered the Cabernet Burger, not all burgers are created equal! Treat yourself. Outdoor seating was nice and very quiet and very relaxing.
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Sharon H.

Dinner several times over the Holidays has found my husband and I frequent future dinners of this fantastic restaurant. The braised short ribs, glazed carrot and mashed potatoes was exquisite. Both the lamb fishes with either the biscuit or papperdalla were seasoned beautifully. We also had the fresh baquette with three cheeses and cranberry chutney which melted in your mouth. Eating at Amuse Bouche is a wonderful experience. Bring your favorite wine and plan to stay for a lovely evening.
(5)
Chad B.

This place is a must hit. I had a Cabernet burger, and hands down its the best gormet style burger I've ever eaten. It's messy, just ask for extra napkins, and don't mess with what it comes with. As is, it's mix of flavors will soon make you disappointed with any other burger. It's an unusual environment, as someone said earlier, it's a little intimidating when you walk in, but stay, sit, and enjoy. My wife and I will be going back.
(5)
Victoria C.

The Cab burger is the best item on their lunch menu!!! LOVE it... between that and their Sunday brunch Salmon Eggs Benedict.... mmmm....pretty sure I just started drooling.... Highly recommend!!!!
(5)
Courtney B.

When the Mama was in town we needed to grab lunch while running errands, so we came here... I had been dying to try it, a good place to eat out here is kinda rare. I ordered the pork loin panini and the Ma ordered the Parisian baguette sandwich. Both came with a small side green salad with candied pecans and some kind of creamy vinaigrette dressing. The dressing wasn't amazing, but it was good, so hence the salad was good. I felt like the dressing had potential to be better, just a re-work of the recipe would do the trick. The pork loin panini was really good, I would order it again, but probably never actually will because after trying my Mom's sandwich, I will be stuck on it! It was soooooooooo amazing! We ordered take out, but the waiter was still very kind and patient, he gave us some waters and let us sit at the table while we waited, so that was nice. =) I am so glad to have this place out here!
(5)
David H.

Went here for breakfast on Saturday morning only to be informed that they only have breakfast on Sunday mornings from 8 - 11 am. Coffee was weak -- had them take it back. Very limited menu.
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Dale C.

Heard about this place actually right down the street from my house. Well I'm upset it took so long to finally go because it was amazing French cuisine at its finest. I hope they do not grow into a large establishment because it is perfecto.
(5)
Christine F.

Really enjoyed the blueberry bread pudding. My husband and I shared the meatloaf and he really liked it. I can't fairly give my opinion as I'm not much of a meat eater. A couple things to note: The menu changes so call ahead. It is small ... Smaller than my bedroom, so go in expecting such. The staff was friendly and helpful. I look forward to trying the breakfast.
(3)
Penny P.

Was busy running errands with my daughter and need to grab lunch. I've been wanting to try it so bad! My daughter isn't very adventurous but went with me just the same. I had a pork Panini and my girl got some kind of baguette sandwich I wasn't really paying attention I was starving! Both came with a side house salad. The pork Panini thing was yummy! I would totally get that again. My daughter was satisfied as well. Going back again that's for sure!
(4)
Scott B.

My wife and I have wanted to try this place for a long time but have not ventured that far west till yesterday. We eat all over the world and can appreciate tastes that are not the normal chain food. I had the sweet potato bisque and the brie and ham sandwich, my wife had quiche. All fantastic! As an idependent business owner, I applaud their decision to be who they want to be. My family will be back
(5)
Allie R.

We are impressed! First visit to Amuse Bouche this afternoon. We were too early for the dinner menu but the lunch selection suited us just fine. We gave the duck liver pÃ¢tÃ© a try as we have never had pÃ¢tÃ© presented on its own... No doubt whatsoever that this was excellent but it is clearly an acquired taste and we have not acquired it! The toasted, sliced baguette it came with, however, was fabulous and downright tasty with the simple house salad served with the pÃ¢tÃ©. Given that Amuse Bouch is known and acclaimed for their Cabernet burger, that was our entree. It was everything described; thick, rich, moist, sweet, flavorful. The braised, candied onions with a wee bit of bacon was a wonderful contrast against the tangy cheese and bold beef. The ciabatta bun was a light, yet sturdy, vessel for the juicy burger. The fries, oh the fries! Thank you for knowing how to make a fry that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside... Note I said crispy, not burnt, and tender, not mushy. They were fries, not a pre-cut baked potato... Yummy! This was a meal that we will crave again, it was positively memorable, and will bring us back! Bonus, they asked about every aspect of our meal and upon learning we did not have the taste for pÃ¢tÃ©, removed it from our bill... This is over-the-top customer service as we had ate at least 25% of it and it was our personal experiment (as in not their problem we didn't fall in love with it). They lost a star due to the very small tables and a more eat-in kitchen ambiance than boutique bistro (which is what the name, menu, and color scheme suggested). But this issue won't keep us from coming back.
(4)
Sayler F.

Just went here for a Valentine's Day lunch. Service was good, atmosphere was ok. The food was fabulous, got Quiche Lorraine, Lamb Panini and Cabernet Burger. Will definitely order the Quiche and the Burger, but not the Lamb Panini. It's nice to have a place close by where the food is really good.
(4)
Bruce T.

Just ate here for the 1st time. It was for breakfast and I had the Eggs Benedict, followed up with a Beignet. It was way beyond my expectations. The food, as well as the presentation surpassed some of the 5 star restaurants I've frequented. Being from the east coast, these are the type places you seek out away from all those "Big Box Restaurants". This is truly a find. Very intimate, and the entire staff very professional, and very friendly! You will not be disappointed!
(5)
Jennifer H.

This quaint little restaurant can easily win your heart over with its food. This restaurant was also featured in Phoenix magazine, and that's how I found out about it... You have to try the quiche at least once when you are here. The candied pecans are an unexpected surprise with the swiss cheese and bacon mixed inside the quiche. They are also known for their burgers, so I tried the Cabernet burger, which was absolutely delicious! It's very filling at 1/2 lbs of burgerness! I also tried the pate for the first time ever. It was served with toasted bread. I'm not the biggest fan of pate after finally trying it, but my husband loved the creamy texture and pungent flavor of the pate and now compares other pates to this one. There are several different kind of paninis available too. If you come with a friend, the paninis seem big enough to split. The lamb panini that I tried had a more gamey taste to it. Fortunately, there was cheese and other toppings that helped balance that strong flavor out. I might just settle for a pork panini next time for a milder flavor. The restaurant itself is not very big. I came here once during the week with coworkers and the six of us sat outside on the patio. The restaurant can get really packed, so it's good that there is patio seating for more options, because it's less crowded on the patio versus indoors. If you're in the mood for a French bistro restaurant, definitely don't hesitate to come try here. It's worth the drive!
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Laura F.

Went here the other night and had dinner with friends we all ordered something different so we could try each others everything was amazing then we ordered two of the deserts the blueberry bread pudding with a Carmel sauce was to die for order it best desert I have ever had in my life
(5)
MM P.

Have not been to Amuse Bouche for quite sometime, actually more than a year. I needed to bring home dinner tonight and wanted something more than just fast food. I called Amuse Bouche ahead of time and ordered two entrees for pick up at the end of the day. I arrived at the restaurant 15 minutes before my "pick up" time and I knew I was early but did not mind the wait. I was very happy that my meals were not ready as I did not want them to be packed and waiting for pick up as other restaurants do. I was pleased to watch the chef actually prepare my order and I had a wonderful conversation with the hostess during my wait. I surprised my husband with dinner which was Beef Stoganoff and Meatloaf. We open a bottle of red wine and enjoyed our meal. Both entrees were delicious and we even have some left over! I know that I will not wait another year before I return!
(5)
Leigh O.

This charming restaurant is a beacon of hope and light on the West side for great eats. At this point we've been there countless times and enjoyed breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their BYO wine and beer policy is great. We usually take a few bottles of wine since there are various specials that we might want to pair with the food. They do eggs at brunch better than anyone around, plus made-to-order Hollandaise sauce on the Benedict. The food portions and style is very honest- they have a hard working french style bistro with an American twist. The owner-chefs were trained in France and it shows in the quality and care of the food. The food is always fresh - highly recommend dinner. Try the duck, meatloaf, fresh scallops (the largest we have had in AZ anywhere) - everything is good. Reserve ahead as the tables fill up fast.
(5)
Jennifer W.

What a gem! I loved this place. The patio was a great atmosphere and the food was fantastic. It was worth the drive and we will be back with friends in tow! We enjoyed the burger, the salmon salad, and the yummy chocolate dessert!
(5)
Edward D.

Wow! Never knew this place even existed. Stopped by here only to try their burger! Yes a burger at a Frenchie restaurant! Probably one of my favorite burger of all-time!!! The Cabernet Burger!!! This puppy has a 1/2lb beef patty flavored with Cabernet wine, Swiss cheese, bacon jam, caramelized onions, served with French fries. I'm at that age when I am trying different thing in food. And am I glad I tried this. Since I am only a few blocks away from here, this is where I will be getting my burger from. Not sure if the family will like this place. Wife and daughter are pretty much safe on food. I will like to come back and try other things here soon.
(4)
ER A.

Gourmet quality food in a little strip mall setting. Not a lot of tables, and they are usually filled! Pricey, but worth it. Probably among the Top 3 restaurants within 50 miles. Compares with the best in Phoenix.
(5)
Brian F.

The 4 of us had dinner one night. With tip it was about 85. Pros: The food quality was excellent The service was great The bread was delicious Cons: This is a byob restaurant and there is a corking fee The portions could be bigger. My father and law and I had the meatloaf and while it was great, for $15, I expected more than 2 pieces on a small bed of mashed potatoes.
(3)
Maggie F.

What a difference good customer service makes!! For my second visit I took my with daughter with me. I called before heading over to make sure they had room for us. The person who answered the phone was friendly, improvement right off the bat! When we arrived we were immediately greeted kindly & given an option of 2 tables that were open. The place was packed, but while our server was available, her co-worker took our drink order & got us started. Our server was WONDERFUL. Seriously :) The food was absolutely delicious. My daughter is a teen, & anyone who has teens knows that they are hard to please. I was a little worried that the menu would be a little too adult for her, but luckily that wasn't the case. She ordered the The Cabernet Burger with, what she calls, the perfect french fries :) , & I got the best Meatloaf Sandwich. To drink our server recommended a French lemonade to my daughter because I ruled out wine & she doesn't like dark sodas. The lemonade was a big hit :) The entire experience, like the fries, was perfect & we both can't wait to go back!
(5)
Deb L.

Lovely little restaurant, lovely little surprise. What a nice way to have lunch after a day of exploring out west. Although small and in a strip mall, once inside you are in a charming red "bistroish " cafe. The style is warm and the food is delicious. I highly recommend the Lamb Panini super good, moist and flavorful. The Fish And Chips special was tasty too. The fish and fries both appeared to be beer battered . Generous portions and great taste. Can't wait to go back.
(4)
Hershell W.

This place is as good as it gets. The paninis are excellent with rich flaovors and ravishing ingredients. You can definitely tell the difference with taste and food quality from a chef. The restaurant has a nice pleasant atmosphere. What a gem in Surprise. Highly recommend it.
(5)
Jeff C.

Again, let me start by saying I have 22 years of restaurant experience. Just came back from Sunday "brunch" at Amuse Bouche. I was really looking forward to the meal. I was totally disappointed. First: The staff: What the hell do they think they are serving? The attitude was that of an extremely high end European bistro and Amuse Bouche falls WAAAAAAY short of that. REALLY STAFF drop the bullshit attitudes and take a good look at your surroundings and TASTE the food on the plates..it really is not that good to warrant the attitude. Kitchen staff looked like they just woke up and threw on something off the floor from the bar the night before.....really unsightly. THE FOOD: Looked nice taste was really at best mediocre. I do not get it....it could be a gem but unfortunately it is a dud. Can someone please tell me why this is classified as French ? Is it the name of the place just so happens to be two French words? Nothing about the place is French other than the name. Known for their Benedicts...then they should be better. Known for the Quiche.....then it should be better. A must try Beignets.....Have any of you ever been to Cafe Du Monde ? Brunch ? Ummm no that was not brunch by ANY definition. Really bland odd corned beef hash.........I love CBH and this was bad.....really bad. Clientele: The clientele base really should know better. I think they do but for some reason they are there anyway.
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Melissa H.

We have always meant to try Amuse Bouche, but the idea of a crowd always turned us away. We stopped in on Sat for a late lunch/early dinner and the place was dead! I had the Cabernet burger. Really tasty and totally different than any other hamburger I have had. The taste of the wine really came through and the onion aoili was a nice touch. I wish the bun was different though, tasted good but pretty much fell apart. The husband had the meatloaf sandwich and really enjoyed it, he did wish that he had fried instead of the side salad though. The waitress was sweet and excited to find out that we were Surprise residents and asked us to come back, especially during the summer, since the snow bird crowd is now thinning out. It sounds like breakfast they may be packed, but I would love to try it out, and I am curious to see what dinner specials they run.
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Diane S.

We have been going here for years and love this place! You can't beat the quiche, but the meatloaf is great, too. I am picky about my meatloaf and theirs is delicious. Of course the desserts are to die:) We mostly go for lunch and brunch. They raise the prices at dinner time and the selection is limited, but it's all good!
(5)
Steve F.

A friend of my wife and mine recommended this place to us saying that the meatloaf sandwich was wonderful. I'm always looking for something 'new' and different so after my wife had her hair done next door to the Amuse, we decided that because we were in the neighborhood, we'd give it a try. The placed looked nice, it was small, clean and we were the only customers in the place at about 1:00PM. There was an elderly man there (I think he was related to the owners and he was baby sitting for a 5 yr old girl). At any rate, he was not eating, just baby sitting. The menu is sparse with only 6 featured items and then a few other items like a vegetarian sandwich and a soup of the day. I wish I had taken the soup of the day (Creamed Green Chili) but unfortunately, I had the 1/2 lb hamburger called The Cabernet Burger because it's flavored with a Cabernet wine. I'm sure that a lot of people would like this burger but it just wasn't for me. I'm not sure if there was too much wine in the burger or if the meat was just too greasy because the bottom half of the bun was soaked with something - either grease or wine oozing from the hamburger meat. In all honesty, I did eat 1/2 of this huge monster of a burger and 1/2 of the fries - that would be the half that weren't overly deep fried and hard as wood. My wife had the Quiche Lorraine that comes with a salad and was supposed to have balsamic vinaigrette but to me, it looked like they forgot to add the dressing or if it was supposed to be on the side and they forgot to bring the dressing with the meal. My wife passed on eating the quiche because it was a little runny for her taste. Quiche has to be baked for about a half an hour and then it has to set for a little while before being cut and served. It is my guess that this quiche was baked much earlier in the day and then left out under a heat lamp. It looked like the egg / custard mix was starting to 'melt' and as it did, the crust began to get soggy. So, we paid about $22 bucks for half a burger a dry salad and a glass of tea. Unlike our friend that recommended the Amuse to us, I will steer our friends away from this not so good place.
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Tam F.

It's a small world indeed. This is a family run business and this review is for the catering service and the incredible food and for the amazing owners, Snir and Kierstin Mor. Why do I say it's a small world? Well, Kierstin happens to be from San Ramon. Yep, of all the Bay Area, a San Ramon person catering the first night of Shiva in honor of my Grandmother in Sun City, Arizona and the restaurant is in Surprise. Small world indeed. Jewish rituals around death are to some very hard to deal with and can be very complicated. Due to the fact my Gram had been living near me for the past year but still had her residence in Sun City and due to proximity of the mortuary and cemetery and other factors, my Mom and I decided to use a caterer to ensure we had enough food for everyone who may come for Shiva( traditionally everyone who attends the graveside would attend) My mom still being a local had been to their restaurant and had contacted them when we knew my Grandmother's death was imminent. We were and still are very grateful that Snir understood without question that we couldn't give him a set date or time just a heads up and a basic idea of timing and what our needs were and where the Shiva would be taking place. How can one review the food for what gentiles would consider a wake? Well, my feeling is how could I not. I'm Jewish- I like to eat. I like to talk about food. I like to cook food (someday will get my groove back with this)- The food was seriously THAT GOOD. Snir and Kierstin were THAT GREAT and luckily we ordered more than needed as we ended up needing to serve the leftovers the following evening and it fed me for another couple of days. I can honestly say Snir made the absolute BEST quiche I have ever eaten and I have eaten a lot of quiche in my life. First of all, I am still amazed at how he was able to cater quiche that was so light, so layered and so perfectly executed. I have dreams about this quiche (and due to the eating my feelings since my Gram's passing the dream part is no exaggeration). We also had 2 different phenomenal vegetarian lasagnas one with eggplant one with olives, a couple of different salads- one with kale and quinoa and one with candied nuts The dressing was amazing. The rolls were great and lastly the lemon bars (no left overs) and the pot de creme(too rich for my taste buds but everyone raved about them) were a nice way to end a hard day on a sweet note. I will say that if I lived in the area and needed catering, this would be my go to caterer. I wished I could have had the opportunity to to their actual restaurant but I know that day may come. Knowing that the restaurant is in Surprise, I am certain that all of the chain restaurants around may overshadow the gem but I sure hope not. Toda Raba!
(5)
Jim G.

We this restaurant might have great food but not very nice hostess or owner. We stop to make a reservation in the afternoon for a specific table and when we arrived they had just sat someone at the table. The only table let was by the bathroom or at the door really not nice places to sit for an expensive dinner. Off my list of restaurants to recommend I the Surprise Area
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H. R.

We have dined several times at Amuse Bouche for lunch and keep going back for one reason - the food is great. One of the highlights on the lunch menu is the Cabernet burger. The couple sitting at the table next to us each had the burger and we overheard their comments as follows: "this burger changed my life" said the man. The woman called a friend and said "this is the best burger I've ever had in my life. I didn't even need to add ketchup!" I think that about says it all. I've also had the Cabernet burger, and it is really great. But that's not all that is on the menu. You can start with their pÃ¢tÃ© which is wonderful (although they could give you a few more bits of toasted bread because you run out of them before you run out of pÃ¢tÃ©). Their salads are delicious and plentiful. The sandwiches are great. I had the Parisian sandwich on my most recent visit (with black forest ham, hard-boiled eggs, cheese, etc., on a baguette) and a wonderful side salad. I've also had the Panini's, including the Cuban and the lamb. They are both excellent. And finally, the French fries. They are beer battered and served piping hot. It is worth going there just to have the fries. As other commenters have noted, this is a very small place, but the service is excellent and the food is terrific. You should give it a try.
(5)
Mark L.

This was my first time here and was very impressed! Don't think of coming without a reservation. The food was amazing and the staff always keep your beverage full!
(4)
Sandy E.

This is for takeout only. My husband had a lunch meeting there so I asked him to pick me up the chicken salad. He ordered it when he was leaving. When he brought it home I was very disappointed to see it was pretty much a bag of lettuce with a few strips of chicken, a few onions, maybe a strip of undercooked bacon in a clump at the bottom, and a few slices of apple. The chicken was good. They put a roll in a separate box with some butter. It's 100+ degrees so of course it melted and soaked the bread making it mushy. It was disappointing...$14 for a 1/2 a chicken breast and a bag of lettuce. No thanks.
(2)
Sabine M.

We were visiting the Phoenix area to celebrate a family member's 65th birthday. While looking for a restaurant, I read the NY Times review from 2010 and decided to take a group of 4 to celebrate. Two of us had the nightly special, which was fish with an asian peanut sauce over noodles. The dish was drowning in the too sweet sauce. We did not finish it as the dish was cloying and without the veggies that were supposed to be included. One person had the scallop pate, which was fishy, making me wonder about the freshness of the dish. She also had a "salad" with so much bacon she had to pick most of it off. The meatloaf plate was tasty, but also loaded with 6 slices of bacon on top. The food here has no finesse and is not carefully prepared. The rolls served to the table were dry and heavy. We were very disappointed. Also, shame on you, NY Times! Did the reviewer actually eat here?
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R C.

Three of us recently went for dinner and I thought it was great. Small restaurant so I do suggest reservations. It is also BYOB which makes it fun. We started with the Hummus, Burrata, and Kale salad. The hummus had great flavor and the kale salad was delicious. You should skip the burrata. For entrees we had the Black Cod on a bed of asian noodles. Cooked perfect and the peanut sauce on the noodles was a nice pairing. Duck breast was also spot on with the dried fruit chutney. Hanger steak was good. We finished with the bread pudding...some of the best I have ever had. Creme brulee-as it should be-nice sugar shell, good consistency and great vanilla flavor. Our third dessert was the chocolate panna cotta. My least favorite was the chocolate. I know by reading the many other reviews lots of people love it. I think the bread pudding and creme brulee were far superior. Overall I think this is a gem for the west-side. I think the reviews about slow service and not being kid-friendly are way off. There are plenty of restaurants that cater to families. This restaurant serves great food that shouldn't comprise their standards. To only give this restaurant 3 stars because they don't serve grilled cheese is ridiculous. If you are in the area I highly suggest you eat here, but don't forget to bring wine.
(5)
Irene E.

I live in Park City, UT and come out to Surprise to visit my mom. My stepdad has a daughter living in Sweden and her Swedish friends told her about this place, I was intrigued. This place did not disappoint! I had a dinner special, filet mignon topped with crab. I was giddy at first bite, it was that good. My husband had scallops, they were perfectly cooked. I liked that it was BYOB, there is a $3 corkage fee per person. We had the blueberry bread pudding with caramel sauce, it was amazing! It took a little time to get our food, but we hardly noticed, we got the hummus appetizer to tide us over. I've been coming out to Surprise for about 5 years, this is the best place I've eaten at, by far. The food here is better than most of the fancy restaurants in my home of Park City, UT. Pricey, yes, but also the best restaurant meal I've had in a LONG time.
(5)
Susan M.

We have eaten here twice and both times have been on Sunday's. Excellent food both times and we will be back for sure! The beignets are amazing as well as the Eggs Benedict!
(5)
S G.

My husband and I very much enjoyed breakfast at Amuse Bouche recently. This was our first meal at the restaurant and it will not be our last. We'd heard reservations were recommended but since it was the middle of July and we planned to get there soon after they opened, we took our chances. There was only one other customer there prior to opening so we didn't have to wait in line but the restaurant did fill up steadily after that. We shared the beignets and my only regret was wearing a black top--the piping hot pastries were covered in a fluffy layer of powdered sugar just as they should be. I ordered the corned beef Benedict served with country potatoes which was delicious. The corned beef is made in house and the flavor reflects that--more delicate in taste and texture than most other restaurants serve. Cover that in a silky Hollandiase sauce and it's heaven on a plate. It came with country potatoes that were perfectly cooked to my liking--crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. My husband had a waffle with fruit and freshly whipped cream that was also delicious. We're thinking of splitting a plate next time as each of our dishes was much more ample than we expected. The restaurant is small, so if you're planning to visit during snowbird season or the lunch, dinner or breakfast rush any time of year definitely reserve your table. The only drawback is they don't use Open Table so you have to call to make a reservation for your party like it's 1999.
(5)
Nikki A.

Amazing!!!!!! Their Cuban Panini was so freaking good I can't even deal. It had so many distinct flavors. This is my absolute favorite place. The service was really good too. The waitress never let our drinks get below halfway empty and gave us new napkins when I used mine up. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!
(5)
Tim M.

Went in for lunch yesterday and ordered a Cabernet burger and fries and a creme brulee for dessert. The burger was outstanding, extremely juicy and flavorful. The fries were also outstanding. Creme brulee was pretty good, but in my opinion, they're hard to get wrong. Service was excellent, our waitress was quick on refilling out glasses and checking in to make sure everything was ok. The dining area is pretty cozy so if you're going during a rush hour, you may want to call ahead.
(5)
J K.

Yum Yum. What a great surprise to find a wonderful French Bistro on my trip to Arizona last week. The food, service, and atmosphere were all top notch. I went there with a foodie friend and he loved it too. We were fighting for the last beignet. If you go there on Sunday, like I did, I'd advise making a reservation. The place was packed! The beignet was heavenly and my eggs benedict was just a masterpiece. Bravo Amuse Bouche! The food, atmosphere, and ambience reminded me of my days living in Paris. So if the cost of a ticket to France is too much, just take a trip to this great little bistro and save a bundle. Leave your passport at home, but bring your appetite. You'll get a taste of France and won't be disappointed. You'll be transformed to the city of lights and might even walk out speaking French. Encore, encore!
(5)
Toni W.

My husband and I went here tonight for date night dinner because the reviews were so good. Frankly, the reviews do it NO justice!! The food is simply amazing, and we are going back for the much talked about breakfast tomorrow. It's small, but quiet and perfect for a more romantic dinner. BYOB which is fine for us bc we don't drink. Same price you will pay for the steakhouse down the road but Waaaay better food.. Everything is prepared fresh daily from scratch. I can't wait to go back!!
(5)
Susan T.

Lunch early afternoon cook and waitress are less than stellar as well as the food during this time. Our Cabernet burgers were overcooked when we asked for medium well. This is the second time as of recently that we have have been there and have been unhappy with the wait staff and cook. When the owners are cooking the food is amazing.
(2)
Beth S.

Enjoyed lunch recently at Amuse Bouche with my good friend and littlest guy. I enjoyed the beet and goat cheese salad while she had one of the paninis of the day. I was a little disappointed that the best they could offer for little people is a grilled cheese sandwich. Not that I'm looking for a whole litany of options and I understand that the point of this little bistro is that it's supposed to be a bit upscale, but if you're open for lunch in Surprise, a family-centered community, adding some kid friendly options might not be soooo bad and could help put butts in the seats during the weekday. I found the service to be nice but they were a little snooty when we first arrived and eyeballed my son. I thought overall service was slow considering what we ordered and the grilled cheese came out cold. It was not busy at all so not sure about the delay. The salad was just ok. The panini was just ok. Having patio dining was nice though. The wait staff warmed up when they saw how well behaved my boy was but first impressions are hard to take back. After reading such rave reviews on Yelp about this place, I honestly felt it fell short from a lunch perspective. I may considering trying again at dinner, sans children, and really get a little more in-depth with the menu options. So for now, my review is that Amuse Bouche is just ok when it comes to a lunch time spot in Surprise.
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Pepper T.

I've been here quite a few times for dinner and once for lunch. The proteins are always fresh and very good quality. I never had anything under or over cooked here. Amuse Bouche is one of the very few places that actually bakes you your own bread for dinner. The bread was HOT and nice and crusty but I do note did lack salt this time. We decided to try the Risotto Cakes. I tasted the Fennel Cilantro Aioli and didn't think I'd like it on Risotto Cakes but I was pleasantly surprised that it added the right layers of flavors to the very well made risotto cakes. They were interesting. They were offering a larger dinner menu than from my previous visits and were offering seven very different dinners of different proteins. I liked that my server informed me that they were flexible with the dinners meaning I could swap things around if something didn't suit me. I tried the Barramundi. The Fish tasted amazingly fresh and was simple but perfection. The Crayfish Fondue was very well made but I thought the braised spinach seemed very average. Nothing was wrong with it I guess it's just me not being a big fan of baby spinach. My husband tried the Smoked Pork Chop with Savory Apple Bread Pudding in a Cider Reduction also with Spinach. He said it was also prepared perfect. The Pork Chop was juicy and tender. He liked the smoke to it and the sauce was very well made. He also enjoyed the Savory Apple Bread Pudding. It was very hard to turn down their delicious dessert of Bread pudding that I tasted at the "Flavors of the West Food Festival" It truly might have been the best bread pudding I ever tried but I thought I had enough bread today so I went with their amazing Pot de Creme. The sophisticated grown up chocolate pudding is topped with fresh just whipped up REAL whipped Cream. For certain it's among the best desserts you can get anywhere. Amuse Bouche is a very tiny B.Y.O.B. if you plan to come here you absolutely need to make a reservation. They charge $3 a person Cork fee . 4.5 stars
(5)
Audrey B.

I am really sad to have to give this place a 1 star. We have been here quite a few times and have had wonderful service and been treated great, however when we came in today it was a different story. Being military we have always received a military discount on out bill on previous visits. When we asked today they informed us that they didn't have military discount. When we let them know that we had been offered it in the past the waitress, Kim, seemed annoyed by our request. When we gave her the military ID she then preceded to say, very loudly for others to hear, that our ID was expired, which was not true. When we showed her the expiration date on the ID she once again was rude and disrespectful. Unfortunately the unprofessional and rude behavior of this waitress, Kim, towards our military members has deterred us from ever visiting this place again.
(1)
Jack N.

I've been back here and unfortunately the service has gotten worse. The waffles and egg benedict were still very good. I believe they should get someone new to host and waitress. There are two gals that seem to be there and the smaller one just seems rude and forgetful. Instead of apologizing for her error she comes across like you are an inconvenience. It just makes for a poor experience on what could have been a nice brunch.
(3)
Roxy H.

I don't normally understand the hype around burgers - you've had one you've had them all - that is until I had their speciality Cabernet Burger. It's a 1/2 pound beef patty flavored with cabernet wine, topped with swiss cheese, bacon jam, caramelized onions and onion aioli served with some of the most phenomenal french fries I have had in some time! The paninis were insane as well, crispy and really flavorful! Service was great - drinks were never empty and waiters were friendly. The decor is cute and french themed. Worth checking out if you are in the area!
(4)
Nic G.

Great Sunday brunch- small menu but everything is done very well. Sometimes you have to wait a bit, even with a reservation. It is small and quite crowded so be prepared to be packed in like a sardine. Despite that- I consider myself lucky because the food is so delicious! Eggs benedict is amazing. BYO champagne for mimosas.
(4)
Patricia C.

I must be nuts. This place is across the street from us and it took an old buddy to tell me about it yesterday. So we golf carted over there for brunch. Delicious and not expensive. Had eggs Benedict for the first time in years. I'm trying lunch real soon. Considering that the place was packed, it didn't take long. Be sure to make reservations.
(5)
Mike T.

Incredible food. I had a great Cuban panini and the quiche Lorraine was superb. The desserts are also incredible, including the creme brulee and raspberry bread pudding. It's a small restaurant with not much inside seating, so be prepared.
(5)
Darlene S.

Has huge potential. I ordered the quinoa and kale salad with chicken breast. I asked for it with dressing on the side, they forgot but quickly brought a new one out and it looked attractive. The salad was missing the almonds as describe in the menu, and there were dried cranberries added that weren't on the menu. The two huge balls of goat cheese was just too much, it was warm and hard to break up any because it was so gooey I couldn't eat it. The chicken was super dry and seemed like it was reheated in the microwave for too long. My friend got the Cabernet Burger with fries. The fries were really good, as was the hamburger. He also ordered the bread pudding (I didn't try it). It was attractive on the dish and he said it was an A+. The waitress was nice, and attentive. The odd thing that bugged me ( I Am a little OCD) was there were tables that needed to be wiped off the entire time we were eating. There was also paper napkins under the table that should have been picked up. There were only 2 other customers there so not busy. No one wants to sit to have a nice lunch and look at dirty tables. But, I would go back and give it another shot.
(4)
Janice D.

Amazingly wonderful Easter brunch! Perfect food, great service. Never knew they had breakfast. Can't wait to come back.
(5)
Rachael K.

Delicious, fresh, wonderful quaint ambiance, and let's not leave out BYOB! This place has never disappointed. It is not too expensive considering the amazing dishes served. Highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys the finer things sometimes. The staff is so friendly and they take real pride in what they do. They even cater to children! My son has been here a few times with us and they go above and beyond to make sure he gets what ever he wants. You bring your own booze which is fantastic since you are paying for the delectable food as opposed to over priced drinks. The place is very small, however I feel it adds to the good experience. I love the atmosphere. It is best to make a reservation on the weekend evenings. Since seating is minimal you want to be certain to have a table. With reservations, we have never had to wait a single minute, they are always prepared.
(5)
Elaine H.

I was a first time visitor to Amuse Bouche on Tuesday, and was rather disappointed by the food. We were greeted and seated immediately by a very helpful and knowledgeable waiter/host. We were going to a movie after lunch, so we ordered: 1) The Cabernet Burger cooked medium (it came well-done) and accompanied by French fries (which were good, but nothing spectacular). When the burger arrived, I said that doesn't look medium, my companion said, "it looks well-done." We didn't say anything as we had a movie to go to. Companion's verdict on this burger was "would not order it again," regardless of temperature. He also pointed to a lot of fluid from the burger - not sure what that was. I tasted a small bite, and while I like cabernet wine, I didn't like the burger. 2) Salmon Salad - this came with a very large piece of salmon with an exquisite potato and herb crust on top of a whole lot of field greens, a perfectly cooked hard-boiled egg, candied pecans, and tomato. I enjoyed the crusted salmon, pecans, and egg, until I had several bites of distinctly "fishy" as in "old fishy" salmon in the middle. It was a surprise to have that yucky taste right in the middle of such a good piece of fish. I didn't say anything until after I paid the bill. I wanted to keep the dining experience upbeat and get to the movie. 3) Pot de crÃ¨me - we ordered this and stated we did not have much time. It was prettily presented with whipped cream and what I think was cocoa on top. The pot de crÃ¨me was cold (as if from the refrigerator) and the whipped cream was delightfully light. We both thought it would have been a bit more interesting if the chocolate was not so cold. I have read that such desserts might be taken from the refrigerator and set on the counter for 15 minutes before serving. On the other hand, we had told the waiter we were in a hurry and he promptly brought the dish out. --I don't think I would be as picky over this but for our entrees. If I were to give this dessert another chance, I would inquire about letting it sit to warm up a bit (which they may ordinarily do). My companion didn't tell me what he thought of his meal until later in the car when I specifically asked him. One other thing about the salmon salad - it had a whole lot of greens with it, and nothing to really break it up... If I made such a dish at home, I would use less greens and perhaps throw in some slices of Persian cucumber, some smaller sliced tomatoes through the salad greens... It just felt rather one dimensional. The dressing was tasty, but it looked like it had been blended at high speed for too long to a thick, almost pudding-like emulsification. The amount of salmon served was about twice what I would consider a serving. (I'd prefer smaller servings.) I had no desire to eat dinner that night (all the protein from the salmon and egg kept me well-sated). Two other tables were occupied in the restaurant while we were there. One was by a man relishing what looked like a panini and pot de crÃ¨me. Maybe that is something I should try for lunch. His manner with the waiter suggested to me that he was a regular. Another table was occupied by a couple. I observed one of the couple telling the waiter that something about her quiche was inedible (she also mentioned something about bacon, I think she said it was undercooked). I stopped paying attention and do not know what the resolution was. Overall, the only way I would test this restaurant again would be for the breakfast. I don't think I would order any seafood dishes from them. I also would try the place as the waiter/host had so much knowledge and was clearly passionate about the place. It makes me hope that what I experienced was an anomaly...or the pangs of a young restaurant trying to grow. The waiter mentioned that the owners now only cook on Sundays as they have a family. I can't help but wonder if the restaurant still needs a bit more watchful care in the kitchen that might best come from the owners. I am not excited by the menus, especially the crepes. I wish the owners might gain a bit of inspiration from Chez Vous in Scottsdale for crepes. I was also disappointed by a narrow herbal tea selection...Bigelow. I was hoping for some verveine.... (Chez Vous has it by Harney Brothers)... I live in Surprise, and would really like some reliably inspiring French food nearby. It's tiresome to have to go to Scottsdale or Phoenix for really good food. I guess I will have to give this restaurant another chance. One last really small thing... There were loads of fabric/artificial tulips in the planters at the front of the restaurant. This was an odd site in the height of June in Arizona. It is true, such a planter would be low maintenance and not require any care. ---I think a bit more care and detail is merited at this restaurant by the owners at very least in the kitchen.
(2)
Joshua B.

This was a fabulous restaurant! We went there for their brunch on Sunday. There were 3 of us and we each ordered different things and shared. I got the Eggs Benedict. OMG it was so delicious! The egg was cooked perfectly. The ham was phenomenal. The English Muffin was toasted just right and all of this was drowned in the most amazing hollandaise sauce I've ever had. We also had the waffle that was very nice and we also had the fresh baked croissants with tiny pearls of cold butter. YUM! The breakfast bread pudding was sweet, sticky, and tasty! We also had the beignets (can you tell we love carbs?!) that were a bit heavy but went very well with the coffee. I wish I lived in AZ so we could go here all the time but alas we do not.
(5)
Hanna K.

Love their benes and I always get the corn beef benedict! Best homemade hollandaise sauce! Make sure to make reservations!
(5)
Reggie S.

Saw the place on yelp and it had great reviews. The food is very good, so come here with a healthy appetite. You won't be disappointed. We came here with friends. We ordered the following: lamb panini, Cabernet burger, grilled ham & cheese sandwich, and pate. Loved the lamb on panini with the garlic aioli. The burger was good, cooked at the right temperature and had a very good flavor. We got the grilled cheese & ham for the kids, but they did an amazing job, almost wished I had ordered it instead. Lol But the star of the show had to be the pate! My wife and our friend kept going on and on about it! The service was good. They only had one person when we went who was our hostess/server. Very friendly/attentive despite being the only person in the front. I say it took about 15 mins for our food to be delivered. But it's a smaller place and I can only imagine there was probably only one cook in the back. But the food came out nice and hot, so we didn't mind the wait. It was well worth it. The price on the items was very decently priced. And I love the menu because it was simple, wasn't over burden with 60 options. I believe most of the items was under 12, so not too bad. The place is on the smaller end like I stated before, but they do offer both indoor & outdoor seating. It was well kept up, no dirty tables. Very clean bathrooms. I really like the mural of a street in Paris on the wall. The entire place had a lot of character. It's located in a shopping center, so lots of parking. I just yelped it and went to GPS, right off of Cotton in Surprise. Can't miss it. Overall I really like this place. Would recommend this place to anyone. The food was great, the service was good even with them being short handed. Nice quite place to have lunch or a early dinner.
(5)
Mamma W.

The food isn't quite as good as we remember it. Burger was way over done and the salmon almost raw. Pretty sure we saw a server use her ungloved hand to grab a roll out of the fridge. Disgusting. Service was much better last year.
(2)
Mike O.

crap quick-bake pillsbury "baked to order". Croissant is NOT supposed to be gooey inside. Whatever expeller-pressed oil infused chemical it uses to achieve the "buttery" flakiness of the outer crust, you didn't fool me. [this is my second attempt at this review. i would *swear* my april review with pictures was well placed, but it has since disappeared.] I was so excited to try this place after reading the accolades and seeing some of the reviews here. I was sorely mistaken. echoing my bobblehead (and filtered) fellow-yelper's review, this place thinks *way* too high of itself. drop the attitude folks. CROISSANT. # is not supposed to be gooey inside. it was for fakers. POTATOES # margarine or expeller-pressed lube is the standard here. ugh. and to think we used to eat this stuff without blinking. for shame. SERVICE. server keeps stopping at my table to see what else i want. every few seconds it seems. then they drop the check. before i asked. ok, i'm not going to fuss. unwilling to be shooed, i leave it. then she whisks it away, returning seconds later to scold me because there's no payment inside. OK OK I get it, I'm leaving!
(1)
John M.

We started with three cheeses accompanied by fig chutney and wild honey ($6 ea). I then had the beet salad ($8) with goat cheese and candied pecans. The beets were prepared wonderfully. My wife & daughter had the artichoke and green chili bisque. This soup was unlike any soup I've ever tasted. You have to come here for the soup if you don't try anything else. You'll want try more food though. Trust me. For our entrees my daughter & I had the pan seared duck with a lemon risotto crepe ($27). My wife had the fried chicken & cole slaw ($16?). Both were fantastic. The service was great as well. The fact this place is a BYOB is just the icing on the cake. Oh, by the way, go for their Sunday brunch too. You won't be disappointed.
(5)
Melissa L.

Always excellent food. I have not had anything I did not enjoy. The Cabernet burger is fantastic!
(5)
Amy G.

I hired AB to cater a private event in my home and I actually had guests follow the servers throughout the party...my guests couldn't resist snatching up more tasty morsels (even though there was PLENTY of food to go around)!!!! Amazing catering. Truly. I've tried other caterers and they were good, but not AB great. Professionals! Food is amazing!!! I've also attended social events where AB was the caterer. They were able to pull it off amazingly well with such a large crowd. Quiche is exquisite! Most recently, I had the opportunity to try their version of tacos at the Arizona Taco Festival at the Salt River Fields and, BY FAR, they were the BEST tacos (but those are not on the restaurant menu...just saying...these chefs are versatile!!!) Since moving to East Phoenix, I still make the trek for myself and for any out-of-state visitors of mine because I know they need to try this special place. This place is that good. If it is high season (winter) please do not expect immediate seating or seating at all. This is a quaint bistro that many many many people love. If it is a special occasion, call ahead and make reservations!
(5)
Alizabeth J.

Amuse Bouche Bistro caters the most incredible Thanksgiving meal I've ever had! Not just the traditional turkey but and wonderful tender lamb as well! All the sides were just as delicious!
(5)
Katie S.

My parents come here all the time so when I was there to visit, we had to pay a visit. Great menu although a little misleading - the soup of the day was corn chowder with green chilies however the menu felt more French than Southwestern. Service was great - above and beyond even though they claimed they didn't have our reservation written down. Duck Confit was amazing, very traditional served with lentils, crispy skin and so delicious. I hope that one day they have a stand alone space or larger space. Using the bathroom is a bit awkward as the door opens right into the dining room.
(4)
Marie B.

We loved Amuse Bouche! We visited for dinner. Everything we had was superb! We had the Hummus, Cauliflower-Truffle Oil Soup, Meatloaf Platter and the most amazing Pot Pie with Crawfish and Sausage. Even their bread rolls were amazing. The service was too! I can't say enough! We had a great experience, and we will definitely be back! We must try their Brunch and their Desserts. NOTE: Make sure to make a reservation . The restaurant is small (quaint/nice/no frills).
(4)
Monica H.

It was a Saturday lunch, the place was packed. We grabbed the only available table outside. One older waitress explains to us the BYOB policy when we asked for the wine list. Then she says "I take it you have never been here before?" *walks off giggling* One of my girlfriend walks to a pharmacy near by (recommended by old waitress), and when she returned with 2 bottles of wine our new waitress tells us "Oh, well, you can't drink that on the patio!" After some disucssion, and our new waitress going inside to talk to the manager, they allowed us to drink but said it would only be this one time. Later other patrons next to us began complaining where we could hear them "Why do THEY get to drink on the patio?" Needless to say it was a VERY unpleasant experience, and I will not be returning. From now on I will happily drive to downtown PHX from Surprise to meet my girlfriends for lunch where I know where to find this same quality of food but far superior customer service.
(2)
Voss B.

Slow and not customer-focused service. Took 20 min to bring the salads (there were only 4 people on the floor at the time and we actually reserved our seats!). If you are not too hungry they will charge you $3 to split the order :-(
(3)
Arlin B.

After reading the "Best of Phoenix Awards", I had to try Amuse Bouche. When I read the article and saw something about it in one of the Yelp talk threads I thought ~ "What is this, a French restaurant located on the west side that is actually good?" Well I gave it two chances for my first visit was a 1-2 star experience and my second visit was better but not enough to raise my rating... First experience ~ I wanted to try the "Best Quiche Lorraine in Phoenix". What I got was a so-so swiss and bacon quiche that was runny and not evenly cooked. The pie crust was exceptional but when I pointed out the runniness of the quiche to my server she stated "that's how it's cooked". My quiche came with a side salad for which I was asked if I wanted some blue cheese crumbles on top and of course I agreed. I did not know it was going to cost me an additional $1 for what should have been on top of the salad to begin with... The salad was fresh, the candied pecans were good but the salad needed more dressing. (see pic) Aside from the runny quiche the service was deplorable. Loud 80's big hair band rock was coming from the kitchen area and filtered through this little "French Restaurant". My server did not know her menu and stated that my quiche was egg-less when I pointed out it was too runny. My ice tea ran dry a couple of times due to my server and the cook eating in the kitchen. It was somewhat gross because they were cooking other peeps meals while eating theirs... No hand washing in between, yeeuuh! Second visit ~ I made sure no one in the kitchen area was eating and cooking at the same time. I was also glad to get a different server this on visit even though I could not believe the other lame-o server was still there. This server knew the menu very well and was very attentive with his service. After reading the Yelp reviews I tried their Cabernet Burger. It was more cabernet than burger... You could not taste the beef and the caramelized onions made this burger too mushy for which the bun could not hold up to it. The French fries were pre-frozen and were not good even with the onion aioli... I had HIGH hopes for this west side French Bistro but their food and service fell flat like a French Beret...
(2)
Karen S.

Wonderful atmosphere! Great service! The food is freshly prepared, including freshly made pasta, I had the special " Fettuccine Alfredo" with a generous portion of shrimp!!! Awesome!!!
(5)
Katia H.

I had a 11-person brunch reservation today at this restaurant. They were a little late in getting us seated, but once we were the service was stellar! I had the smoked salmon eggs Benedict and it was delicious. Everyone else in my party also raved about their food. They came out every few minutes to make sure we were okay. They chilled the champagne I brought with me (gotta love BYOB), and you can't leave here without trying the bread pudding. We will definitely be going back. Nice to see the town of Surprise open up a local eatery with fantastic service and food. Who needs a chain restaurant when you have this place to go??
(5)
Michael F.

This has got to be one of my favorite places. I've had the meat loaf sandwich no less than 5 times and combined with the salad make it the perfect lunch. I highly recommend this place and you will not be disappointed.
(5)
Mark F.

Outstanding. Solid practiced technique. house made product. Excellent ingredients. I had the lamb Panini and cream of artichoke soup. Obviously that these Chefs are well trained and understand how a simple approach makes the best food. The severs were friendly but a little slow. I would return.
(4)
Floyd C.

Food is excellent! Go here for the food and not the location. I am not a fan of the small quarters or the regular crowd here. I just want to be clear the atmosphere is not what I go here for. I only go here for the excellent, Scottsdale culinary chefs and great prices. If I need a Scottsdale dish without the commute I go here. I would give it 5 stars, but the location and size are a distraction.
(4)
Rob L.

What a freaking fun little spot! Our family had a great breakfast at this restaurant and service was very good. The beignets were a hit with my daughter and wife. Waffles were a perfect crisp on the edges and loaded on top with fruit and real whipped create. Syrup tastes like cinnamon buns. My wife's quiche was cooked to perfection with airy egg and perfectly infused cheese flavor. And my crepe with ham and swiss cheese was amazingly tasty, large, and filling enough that I only ate half. I wanted to finish it, I just couldn't We'll be heading back and hoping to catch when they do their French Onion Soup... One oddity: We had called ahead and were told they did not take reservations. When we arrived and asked for a table, they asked if we had reservations. Chatting with them, it sounds like they do take reservations in the winter/spring (snowbird season) and they apologized for any confusion. Space is at a premium at this spot, so call ahead.
(5)
Kelly V.

I would probably give this place 2.5 stars. There were a few service hiccups that do not seem consistent with the atmosphere they're obviously seeking. Our main entrees were brought when my husband was still eating his appetizer causing us to scramble to find room for all of the dishes. My husband's appetizer dish (which was a long rectangular dish and not at all inconspicuous) sat ON the table until dessert dishes were cleared. Space is at a premium here (so much so that two of our dining companions were bumped by neighboring diners and food had to be passed down the tables as the servers couldn't get to the people at the end). It also seemed rather expensive. The food was okay. My salad wasn't tossed terribly well and despite the description that mentioned candied walnuts, I think I located exactly one. My filet was quality and cooked well but someone was rather heavy-handed with the demiglace in the kitchen. My aunt's filet was oversauced as well. It probably wouldn't have been an issue except it was salty. (And I LOVE salt so me describing something as salty should tell you something.) The bread pudding was delicious although the blueberries were completely drowned out by the caramel sauce. Overall... eh.
(2)
Sue K.

Our first experience at Amuse was great. We had the most amazing dinner and our waiter was fantastic. Our second experience, however, was very unpleasant. We took some of our friends who are from out of town, but just recently bought a second home here. The food was not as good and the service was horrific. The waitress even had the nerve to say that she and the staff were betting in the kitchen on who was going to eat the bread at our table. She said that our friends were more fit than my husband and I because we ate the bread and they didn't?? Well, our friend just lost 30 pounds because he just had heart surgery and our other friend just doesn't eat that much -- very tiny lucky gal. I could not believe how rude and insulting the waitress was though. We will not be going back! So disappointed. I thought this would be our new place, but the inconsistency is a real turn off.
(2)
Jet F.

Great little bistro, we each ordered the Cabernet Burger, not all burgers are created equal! Treat yourself. Outdoor seating was nice and very quiet and very relaxing.
(4)
Betsy R.

Amazing! I came here for brunch on Sunday. It is an extremely small space, so when you walk in you are right there (slightly intimidating when everyone turns to stare!). But once seated it was so good. The service is the friendliest I've seen, with multiple servers all helping out each table. I like that it's BYOB and so we brought some bubbly. There is a glass charge of $3 but well worth it since no corking fee. The beignets are a MUST try! WOW! We all had the benedict, but I can't wait to go back and try everything else! An absolutely perfect Sunday brunch!!
(5)
Sharon H.

Dinner several times over the Holidays has found my husband and I frequent future dinners of this fantastic restaurant. The braised short ribs, glazed carrot and mashed potatoes was exquisite. Both the lamb fishes with either the biscuit or papperdalla were seasoned beautifully. We also had the fresh baquette with three cheeses and cranberry chutney which melted in your mouth. Eating at Amuse Bouche is a wonderful experience. Bring your favorite wine and plan to stay for a lovely evening.
(5)
Chad B.

This place is a must hit. I had a Cabernet burger, and hands down its the best gormet style burger I've ever eaten. It's messy, just ask for extra napkins, and don't mess with what it comes with. As is, it's mix of flavors will soon make you disappointed with any other burger. It's an unusual environment, as someone said earlier, it's a little intimidating when you walk in, but stay, sit, and enjoy. My wife and I will be going back.
(5)
Victoria C.

The Cab burger is the best item on their lunch menu!!! LOVE it... between that and their Sunday brunch Salmon Eggs Benedict.... mmmm....pretty sure I just started drooling.... Highly recommend!!!!
(5)
Christiane F.

I live a matter of blocks from this restaurant and it's an absolute wonder. We have Sunday brunch here quite regularly as well as most Holiday dinners, Easter, Christmas Eve, etc.. Every thing they make is perfect and the staff is always very friendly and courteous.
(5)
Kristy S.

I ordered the eggs Benedict as a takeout order. They wait and assemble it fresh when you get there so it doesn't get all smooshy...it was excellent! I'm excited to go there again and try more menu items. The beignets looked delicious!
(5)
Courtney B.

When the Mama was in town we needed to grab lunch while running errands, so we came here... I had been dying to try it, a good place to eat out here is kinda rare. I ordered the pork loin panini and the Ma ordered the Parisian baguette sandwich. Both came with a small side green salad with candied pecans and some kind of creamy vinaigrette dressing. The dressing wasn't amazing, but it was good, so hence the salad was good. I felt like the dressing had potential to be better, just a re-work of the recipe would do the trick. The pork loin panini was really good, I would order it again, but probably never actually will because after trying my Mom's sandwich, I will be stuck on it! It was soooooooooo amazing! We ordered take out, but the waiter was still very kind and patient, he gave us some waters and let us sit at the table while we waited, so that was nice. =) I am so glad to have this place out here!
(5)
David H.

Went here for breakfast on Saturday morning only to be informed that they only have breakfast on Sunday mornings from 8 - 11 am. Coffee was weak -- had them take it back. Very limited menu.
(2)
Dale C.

Heard about this place actually right down the street from my house. Well I'm upset it took so long to finally go because it was amazing French cuisine at its finest. I hope they do not grow into a large establishment because it is perfecto.
(5)
Christine F.

Really enjoyed the blueberry bread pudding. My husband and I shared the meatloaf and he really liked it. I can't fairly give my opinion as I'm not much of a meat eater. A couple things to note: The menu changes so call ahead. It is small ... Smaller than my bedroom, so go in expecting such. The staff was friendly and helpful. I look forward to trying the breakfast.
(3)
Penny P.

Was busy running errands with my daughter and need to grab lunch. I've been wanting to try it so bad! My daughter isn't very adventurous but went with me just the same. I had a pork Panini and my girl got some kind of baguette sandwich I wasn't really paying attention I was starving! Both came with a side house salad. The pork Panini thing was yummy! I would totally get that again. My daughter was satisfied as well. Going back again that's for sure!
(4)
Laura F.

Went here the other night and had dinner with friends we all ordered something different so we could try each others everything was amazing then we ordered two of the deserts the blueberry bread pudding with a Carmel sauce was to die for order it best desert I have ever had in my life
(5)
Edward D.

Wow! Never knew this place even existed. Stopped by here only to try their burger! Yes a burger at a Frenchie restaurant! Probably one of my favorite burger of all-time!!! The Cabernet Burger!!! This puppy has a 1/2lb beef patty flavored with Cabernet wine, Swiss cheese, bacon jam, caramelized onions, served with French fries. I'm at that age when I am trying different thing in food. And am I glad I tried this. Since I am only a few blocks away from here, this is where I will be getting my burger from. Not sure if the family will like this place. Wife and daughter are pretty much safe on food. I will like to come back and try other things here soon.
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Allie R.

We are impressed! First visit to Amuse Bouche this afternoon. We were too early for the dinner menu but the lunch selection suited us just fine. We gave the duck liver pÃ¢tÃ© a try as we have never had pÃ¢tÃ© presented on its own... No doubt whatsoever that this was excellent but it is clearly an acquired taste and we have not acquired it! The toasted, sliced baguette it came with, however, was fabulous and downright tasty with the simple house salad served with the pÃ¢tÃ©. Given that Amuse Bouch is known and acclaimed for their Cabernet burger, that was our entree. It was everything described; thick, rich, moist, sweet, flavorful. The braised, candied onions with a wee bit of bacon was a wonderful contrast against the tangy cheese and bold beef. The ciabatta bun was a light, yet sturdy, vessel for the juicy burger. The fries, oh the fries! Thank you for knowing how to make a fry that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside... Note I said crispy, not burnt, and tender, not mushy. They were fries, not a pre-cut baked potato... Yummy! This was a meal that we will crave again, it was positively memorable, and will bring us back! Bonus, they asked about every aspect of our meal and upon learning we did not have the taste for pÃ¢tÃ©, removed it from our bill... This is over-the-top customer service as we had ate at least 25% of it and it was our personal experiment (as in not their problem we didn't fall in love with it). They lost a star due to the very small tables and a more eat-in kitchen ambiance than boutique bistro (which is what the name, menu, and color scheme suggested). But this issue won't keep us from coming back.
(4)
Scott B.

My wife and I have wanted to try this place for a long time but have not ventured that far west till yesterday. We eat all over the world and can appreciate tastes that are not the normal chain food. I had the sweet potato bisque and the brie and ham sandwich, my wife had quiche. All fantastic! As an idependent business owner, I applaud their decision to be who they want to be. My family will be back
(5)
Jennifer H.

This quaint little restaurant can easily win your heart over with its food. This restaurant was also featured in Phoenix magazine, and that's how I found out about it... You have to try the quiche at least once when you are here. The candied pecans are an unexpected surprise with the swiss cheese and bacon mixed inside the quiche. They are also known for their burgers, so I tried the Cabernet burger, which was absolutely delicious! It's very filling at 1/2 lbs of burgerness! I also tried the pate for the first time ever. It was served with toasted bread. I'm not the biggest fan of pate after finally trying it, but my husband loved the creamy texture and pungent flavor of the pate and now compares other pates to this one. There are several different kind of paninis available too. If you come with a friend, the paninis seem big enough to split. The lamb panini that I tried had a more gamey taste to it. Fortunately, there was cheese and other toppings that helped balance that strong flavor out. I might just settle for a pork panini next time for a milder flavor. The restaurant itself is not very big. I came here once during the week with coworkers and the six of us sat outside on the patio. The restaurant can get really packed, so it's good that there is patio seating for more options, because it's less crowded on the patio versus indoors. If you're in the mood for a French bistro restaurant, definitely don't hesitate to come try here. It's worth the drive!
(4)
MM P.

Have not been to Amuse Bouche for quite sometime, actually more than a year. I needed to bring home dinner tonight and wanted something more than just fast food. I called Amuse Bouche ahead of time and ordered two entrees for pick up at the end of the day. I arrived at the restaurant 15 minutes before my "pick up" time and I knew I was early but did not mind the wait. I was very happy that my meals were not ready as I did not want them to be packed and waiting for pick up as other restaurants do. I was pleased to watch the chef actually prepare my order and I had a wonderful conversation with the hostess during my wait. I surprised my husband with dinner which was Beef Stoganoff and Meatloaf. We open a bottle of red wine and enjoyed our meal. Both entrees were delicious and we even have some left over! I know that I will not wait another year before I return!
(5)
Leigh O.

This charming restaurant is a beacon of hope and light on the West side for great eats. At this point we've been there countless times and enjoyed breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their BYO wine and beer policy is great. We usually take a few bottles of wine since there are various specials that we might want to pair with the food. They do eggs at brunch better than anyone around, plus made-to-order Hollandaise sauce on the Benedict. The food portions and style is very honest- they have a hard working french style bistro with an American twist. The owner-chefs were trained in France and it shows in the quality and care of the food. The food is always fresh - highly recommend dinner. Try the duck, meatloaf, fresh scallops (the largest we have had in AZ anywhere) - everything is good. Reserve ahead as the tables fill up fast.
(5)
Sayler F.

Just went here for a Valentine's Day lunch. Service was good, atmosphere was ok. The food was fabulous, got Quiche Lorraine, Lamb Panini and Cabernet Burger. Will definitely order the Quiche and the Burger, but not the Lamb Panini. It's nice to have a place close by where the food is really good.
(4)
Bruce T.

Just ate here for the 1st time. It was for breakfast and I had the Eggs Benedict, followed up with a Beignet. It was way beyond my expectations. The food, as well as the presentation surpassed some of the 5 star restaurants I've frequented. Being from the east coast, these are the type places you seek out away from all those "Big Box Restaurants". This is truly a find. Very intimate, and the entire staff very professional, and very friendly! You will not be disappointed!
(5)
Jennifer W.

What a gem! I loved this place. The patio was a great atmosphere and the food was fantastic. It was worth the drive and we will be back with friends in tow! We enjoyed the burger, the salmon salad, and the yummy chocolate dessert!
(5)
ER A.

Gourmet quality food in a little strip mall setting. Not a lot of tables, and they are usually filled! Pricey, but worth it. Probably among the Top 3 restaurants within 50 miles. Compares with the best in Phoenix.
(5)
Brian F.

The 4 of us had dinner one night. With tip it was about 85. Pros: The food quality was excellent The service was great The bread was delicious Cons: This is a byob restaurant and there is a corking fee The portions could be bigger. My father and law and I had the meatloaf and while it was great, for $15, I expected more than 2 pieces on a small bed of mashed potatoes.
(3)
Maggie F.

What a difference good customer service makes!! For my second visit I took my with daughter with me. I called before heading over to make sure they had room for us. The person who answered the phone was friendly, improvement right off the bat! When we arrived we were immediately greeted kindly & given an option of 2 tables that were open. The place was packed, but while our server was available, her co-worker took our drink order & got us started. Our server was WONDERFUL. Seriously :) The food was absolutely delicious. My daughter is a teen, & anyone who has teens knows that they are hard to please. I was a little worried that the menu would be a little too adult for her, but luckily that wasn't the case. She ordered the The Cabernet Burger with, what she calls, the perfect french fries :) , & I got the best Meatloaf Sandwich. To drink our server recommended a French lemonade to my daughter because I ruled out wine & she doesn't like dark sodas. The lemonade was a big hit :) The entire experience, like the fries, was perfect & we both can't wait to go back!
(5)
Deb L.

Lovely little restaurant, lovely little surprise. What a nice way to have lunch after a day of exploring out west. Although small and in a strip mall, once inside you are in a charming red "bistroish " cafe. The style is warm and the food is delicious. I highly recommend the Lamb Panini super good, moist and flavorful. The Fish And Chips special was tasty too. The fish and fries both appeared to be beer battered . Generous portions and great taste. Can't wait to go back.
(4)
Hershell W.

This place is as good as it gets. The paninis are excellent with rich flaovors and ravishing ingredients. You can definitely tell the difference with taste and food quality from a chef. The restaurant has a nice pleasant atmosphere. What a gem in Surprise. Highly recommend it.
(5)
Kevin P.

If there was anything people seemed to have an issue with this restaurant over it was the service, so we went with managed expectations on that front. Have to say the service and food was very good, so can't see it. We went with a baby, which could have been a magnet for sketchy service, yet the staff and our server in particular was very accommodating. The food was very tasty, the off-menu feta and spinach quiche was fluffy with a chewy crust. The creamy tomato-goat cheese soup was likewise good, as was our friend's panini. We may not find ourselves in Surprise too soon but if we do we'd likely be back.
(4)
Jeff C.

Again, let me start by saying I have 22 years of restaurant experience. Just came back from Sunday "brunch" at Amuse Bouche. I was really looking forward to the meal. I was totally disappointed. First: The staff: What the hell do they think they are serving? The attitude was that of an extremely high end European bistro and Amuse Bouche falls WAAAAAAY short of that. REALLY STAFF drop the bullshit attitudes and take a good look at your surroundings and TASTE the food on the plates..it really is not that good to warrant the attitude. Kitchen staff looked like they just woke up and threw on something off the floor from the bar the night before.....really unsightly. THE FOOD: Looked nice taste was really at best mediocre. I do not get it....it could be a gem but unfortunately it is a dud. Can someone please tell me why this is classified as French ? Is it the name of the place just so happens to be two French words? Nothing about the place is French other than the name. Known for their Benedicts...then they should be better. Known for the Quiche.....then it should be better. A must try Beignets.....Have any of you ever been to Cafe Du Monde ? Brunch ? Ummm no that was not brunch by ANY definition. Really bland odd corned beef hash.........I love CBH and this was bad.....really bad. Clientele: The clientele base really should know better. I think they do but for some reason they are there anyway.
(2)
Melissa H.

We have always meant to try Amuse Bouche, but the idea of a crowd always turned us away. We stopped in on Sat for a late lunch/early dinner and the place was dead! I had the Cabernet burger. Really tasty and totally different than any other hamburger I have had. The taste of the wine really came through and the onion aoili was a nice touch. I wish the bun was different though, tasted good but pretty much fell apart. The husband had the meatloaf sandwich and really enjoyed it, he did wish that he had fried instead of the side salad though. The waitress was sweet and excited to find out that we were Surprise residents and asked us to come back, especially during the summer, since the snow bird crowd is now thinning out. It sounds like breakfast they may be packed, but I would love to try it out, and I am curious to see what dinner specials they run.
(4)
Diane S.

We have been going here for years and love this place! You can't beat the quiche, but the meatloaf is great, too. I am picky about my meatloaf and theirs is delicious. Of course the desserts are to die:) We mostly go for lunch and brunch. They raise the prices at dinner time and the selection is limited, but it's all good!
(5)
J B.

I agree with some of the sentiments below. Yes it's a small restaurant, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in flavor. This is a rare gem this far west in Surprise. The food is flavorful, well presented, and the service is pleasant. I have had the Paella and the Lobster Mac & Cheese and was supremely impressed by both. My companions were in agreement...fantastic restaurant.
(4)
Steve F.

A friend of my wife and mine recommended this place to us saying that the meatloaf sandwich was wonderful. I'm always looking for something 'new' and different so after my wife had her hair done next door to the Amuse, we decided that because we were in the neighborhood, we'd give it a try. The placed looked nice, it was small, clean and we were the only customers in the place at about 1:00PM. There was an elderly man there (I think he was related to the owners and he was baby sitting for a 5 yr old girl). At any rate, he was not eating, just baby sitting. The menu is sparse with only 6 featured items and then a few other items like a vegetarian sandwich and a soup of the day. I wish I had taken the soup of the day (Creamed Green Chili) but unfortunately, I had the 1/2 lb hamburger called The Cabernet Burger because it's flavored with a Cabernet wine. I'm sure that a lot of people would like this burger but it just wasn't for me. I'm not sure if there was too much wine in the burger or if the meat was just too greasy because the bottom half of the bun was soaked with something - either grease or wine oozing from the hamburger meat. In all honesty, I did eat 1/2 of this huge monster of a burger and 1/2 of the fries - that would be the half that weren't overly deep fried and hard as wood. My wife had the Quiche Lorraine that comes with a salad and was supposed to have balsamic vinaigrette but to me, it looked like they forgot to add the dressing or if it was supposed to be on the side and they forgot to bring the dressing with the meal. My wife passed on eating the quiche because it was a little runny for her taste. Quiche has to be baked for about a half an hour and then it has to set for a little while before being cut and served. It is my guess that this quiche was baked much earlier in the day and then left out under a heat lamp. It looked like the egg / custard mix was starting to 'melt' and as it did, the crust began to get soggy. So, we paid about $22 bucks for half a burger a dry salad and a glass of tea. Unlike our friend that recommended the Amuse to us, I will steer our friends away from this not so good place.
(1)
Todd B.

For most people in the valley this little bistro is to far away for them to dine at. I'll give you a few reasons why should check this place out. It's not far away from the Surprise baseball stadium, so it could be your choice to have lunch before a spring training game. It is directly on your way by car to Vegas from Phoenix. Or here's another reason, it really is worth the drive because how great the food is. A very small place with about 20 seats so it's very quaint as you would expect. Nicely decorated with a french flair and a large window looking directly into the kitchen. So you get to see the chef in action! On to the meal, the Cabernet Burger is one of the tastiest that I have ever had. Marinated in cabernet sauvignon, topped with swiss cheese, applewood bacon, and carmelized onions. The flavors ooze all over the bun and into your mouth. Also comes with some delicately delicous fries. A little crispy, but not to much, just the way I like it. This restaurant is a great addition to the neighborhood. Who would have thought Surprise would have such a great place to eat!
(5)
Amy G.

The food is ALWAYS amazing from the salads and soups, to the meatloaf sandwich, to the divine Sunday Brunch. I have dined at AB several times and it is always a culinary pleasure. The waitstaff treat you like friends. They have always been prompt and courteous. While the portions have not been "Super" sized to a typical American standard, I can promise that the portions are MORE than enough. When such a fabulous place receives rave reviews (from The New York Times to Phoenix Magazine, and more) people are going to go en mass to try it out...and, well, if you refuse to make reservations please do not pout when you cannot be seated immediately. I have also utilized their talent as caterers for a celebration in my home for business associates and all of my guests were overwhelmed by AB's amazing food. Guests were trailing after the traveling servers for seconds and thirds. It was one successful party!!! The price point of such incredible food is spot on and I would even say it is a GREAT deal!!! To the people who have written poor reviews...please DO go elsewhere because you are making my dining experience an unpleasant one with your presence.
(5)
Tara G.

Yum! Quiche is fantastic! The hollandaise sauce like butter!!!
(4)
sally m.

Yum yum yum YUM! Only been here for breakfast but we keep coming back again and again. The eggs Benedict corned beef hash is so delicious. The beignets come out hot and I dream of eating them when I'm not there (think triangle doughnut with powdered sugar). Everything made fresh. Need to stop writing review now so I can go make a reservation for this weekend.
(5)
Aimee R.

Seriously the best waffles i've ever had in my life. I really like this place, and i'll definitely be back. I almost didn't go here because of all the reviews that said how few and far between the seating was. I was happily surprised to see it's really not that small. I was expecting 2 or 3 tables by some people's descriptions, but it was much more than that. It was a normal size sit down cafe. And i'm very thankful for its location as there is not much quality food out in this area. Highly recommend!
(5)
ben h.

I love a good vegetable sandwich. I don't mind paying a premium for getting what I love. Unfortunately, the veggie sandwich I had at Amuse Bouche - recommended by the server - was stunningly mediocre, considering my bill ended up being somewhere around $13 bucks for a sandwich and a few fries. The aioli was bland, there was an amount of cheese that went beyond the realm of good taste, and the roasted vegetables were sopping wet from the marinade or braising sauce or whatever they used - oily and overpowering, not tasty and delicious. I make occasional trips to Buckeye and Surprise for work, and was hoping to find a gem in the West Valley based on the reviews of this place. It wasn't completely bad - just priced at a point they'd never be able to get away with if there were more competition for the dollars of Sun City Festival residents.
(2)
Jill B.

Excellent food and atmosphere! We like to dine here during special occasions (anniversary, birthday, etc) Their eggs benedict are the best I have ever had! The restaurant is very small, but they do take reservations.
(5)
Jim W.

WOW! What a dining experience:-) Don't let the small room in an out of the way strip mall fool you. This place has big flavor in all it's dishes. I had the rack of lamb. Tasted more like a miniature prime rib!!! No hint of any gamy flavor which lamb can have. Also, you must have dessert and make it the bread pudding. As good as Commanders Palace in New Orleans, and that's the best I've had...until now. And bring your own bottle of wine. They don't have a liquor license, but will open any you bring. Feel free to call ahead to ask for suggested wines for for the options on the menu. If you're in Phoenix, this is place is a must. I've heard their burgers are great, but will have to wait until my next visit to report on this one.
(5)
Jenni G.

My family loved their dinner but unfortunately the restaurant was unwilling to accommodate my request for a vegetarian entree. When our server checked with the kitchen, she reported that everything was already portioned out and they couldn't make me a plate of polenta & roasted vegetables. Weak.
(3)
Julie P.

Great lunch place great panini's and salads!
(5)
Barbara H.

We had a private .gathering at this place last night. It was awesome. The chef/owner Snir was terrific at explaining what we were going to be eating. Our entrees were CoqAuVin and Beef Bourguigon, also had Tarte FlambÃ©, and spring greens with a balsamic vinaigrette. Dessert was Profiteroles, homemade cream puffs filled with vanilla ice cream and smothered in chocolate sauce. Kierstin & Snir co-owners were very gracious.
(5)
David J.

Fantastic Quiche Lorraine & Meatloaf Sandwich. Nice little intimate gem in Surprise, AZ.
(5)
John E.

Meat loaf sandwich was moist with a tomato bacon sauce, along with an onion aioli. Yum. Definitely worth a return visit.
(4)
patty t.

This is definitely not a restaurant for large parties of more than about 6 people. The whole restaurant is about ten tables big, if that. It is a small, quaint location with excellent service. You can expect mostly paninis, soup, salad, and entrees like fish and chips. It is a a tad bit pricey, but not really. You will spend about ten bucks a person on an entree and that isn't all that bad. Next time I go there I am going to just get soup and salad so I can gorge myself on their desserts. I had a fancy pants peach cobbler with vanilla bean ice cream. Makes mouth happy. I'm going to say it's not that it couldn't be kid friendly, but most of the things on the menu definitely have grown up tastes and portions to them. Also, they are only open to about 7 pm or so, so don't expect to get a super late dinner there.
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Dean-Ryan S.

Not a bad little place. Claims to be a gourmet "takeout" but there are a few tables inside and out that you can sit at, despite the fact that the entire shop is roughly the size of my master bedroom's crapper. I got their menu and will scan and post it when I get around to it. Since I was the designated food bringer-homer, I ordered a lamb panini for myself and a flank steak panini for my wife, along with an order of blueberry bread pudding and mille feuille, which the lady informed me meant "a thousand layers", confirming what I already knew from high-school French. The paninis came in boxes which also contained a reasonably boring salad spruced up with a fairly tasty balsamic dressing and candied pecans - the first time I believe I've ever had those. They added a little something that improved the taste further. The panini was delicious; the lamb part of it, anyway. It's real hard to get good lamb in this city, especially lamb that tasted this good. I'm dead sick of typical lamb dishes in the US where everyone seems to think that you cannot prepare lamb without rosemary (==FALSE). The sweet onions with it were perfect. I didn't like the crusty bread that it was on - maybe that's the standard for a panini but I'd have preferred something that didn't rip the roof of my mouth wide open. Two minor issues with this place. Firstly, it's too expensive. The paninis at $10 each are right at the upper limit of what I'd pay for what I got. Other dishes, like the fish and chips, are exorbitantly priced - would you pay $16 for F&C? There's another steak dish they have for $23 which is probably the filet with carrot butter (the menu's downstairs or I'd check again) - get serious, this place is a tiny hole in the wall and I'd expect nothing over $12, even if the chef DID have a French accent. And even if they DO mix carrots with butter. Second thing. That kid that blows raspberries and mutters "chocolate" into her dad's armpit or whatever was there again. This time Grandpa brought her in. She ran around for a bit, then she sat down and her mum (behind the counter) brought her out some hummus to eat (?!), all the time giggling about how the little girl was wearing her "pirate shoes" or something. Okay. This is a take-out shop, not Disneyland. If I want family-style hijinks I'll go to Chucky Cheese, not what I thought was a gourmet French place. Kiddy stay home when mummy and daddy worky; customer eat and leave happy. I'm not one of those people that smiles beatifically when young kids caper about and drool over candy. Unless it's my kid. You can imagine what Halloween is like at my house. Fortunately I only spent a short time in there while waiting for my food to be prepared. Four stars this time purely on the strength of the lamb panini and the fact that the counter gal was nice enough to give me a cold glass of water while I waited. The desserts are still in my fridge from when I went there yesterday and I'll probably eat one or both of them tomorrow, since we already had an early dessert from Ritters this afternoon. *8-) I don't think they'll change my rating either way, though.
(4)
Angele C.

We enjoy going to Amuse Bouche for breakfast. We always order the Salmon Eggs Benedict. The eggs are poached to perfection and the hollendaise sauce is light buttery lemon sunshine! My son gets the belgian waffle with strawberries and bananas, home made whipped cream and warm syrup. The potatoes on the side are delectable, crisp on the outside and fluffy when you take a bite! We alway! ALWAYS! get beignets and the croissant basket and a side of bacon and sausage! The service is warm, friendly and attentive. Absolutely brilliant breakfasts!
(5)
Jake A.

I'm going to have to go against the flow of the other reviews on this one. My wife and myself had decided to try this place out based on recommendations from friends and the reviews on yelp. The restaurant is small, about 10 tables. It's literally a catering company that has a few tables in the front. It's has the basic decorations, but nothing special. First thing is that I was surprised by the prices. Dinners begin at $15 (only 2 meals available at this price) and quickly go up to $35/plate. I figured it'd be in line with Vogue which is around $15-20/plate and has much more atmosphere. I got the Fish and Chips, my wife got the meatloaf and we split a bowl of the bisque special. All of the food was good but we both found it to be heavy and it didn't sit well for either of us. We've also noticed that all 3 dishes were heavy in salt, especially the soup. I was really disappointed as I really had my hopes up after all of the good reviews.
(2)
Shannen W.

Amazing lunch spot! We chose Amuse Bouche for our anniversary lunch this year and wow! The intimate setting and the service first of all were top notch. We both ordered the infamous Cabernet burger. Heaven on a bun! My husband has even taken some visiting work associates (used to dining at top Scottsdale eateries) in the past and everyone unanimously agrees with us - best burger ever! The fries are also fabulous. Wish we could have stuck around for dessert but unfortunately we had an emergency come up and had to dash before having the pleasure. That will need to be rectified sometime soon on a return trip.
(5)
Renee C.

My husband and I decided to try this place for breakfast in honor of our anniversary. We were not disappointed. We started out with beignets, of course, and they were very tasty and smothered in powdered sugar. Hubby had the spinach eggs florentine and I had one of their corned beef eggs benedict. Both of us agreed they were lovely dished. The hollandaise sauce was light and creamy and my corned beef has was the best I have ever had. Hubby found out they had bread pudding, so he opted for a desert with our breakfast. I had a bite, love the sauce, but was to full to share anymore. Our service was top notch. The female chef of the couple that owned came over several time to see how we were liking this and that, All in all a very pleasant experience and we will certainly be going back, maybe for lunch next time.
(5)
Chen Y.

Went here for dessert. Was craving a dark chocolate tart. The rich dark chocolate was good, but I'm not sure I would get it again. The crust was very average. Perhaps the restaurant's culinary forte is in the entrees. I was looking forward to trying out the dinners next time, but am not sure I will return. I mentioned as we were being seated that we were there for dessert. The waiter just seated us without a menu, brought water and left. Then he walked by and said he would be with us in a bit. He came back & proceeded to set the table with a fork, spoon, and knife. I mentioned to him that we had wanted dessert only. He said he knew, and then proceeded to rattle off the desserts quickly. The waiter came across as edgy, somewhat annoyed, and not wanting to be there. For wanting to be an upscale bistro, I found the attitude of service to be unacceptable. I am more than willing to pay for great food and/or service, but this place disappointed me enough to make me not want to come back.
(2)
Steven F.

Totally awesome. Best french food I've ever had.
(5)
Ilse K.

I've eaten there twice now since the place is literally 5 minutes from my house and I am so tired of chain-restaurants, which is all we seem to have here. The first time I went for lunch and had the cabernet burger. The wait was long and the waitstaff not too friendly but for lunch, that didn't bother me much. I did get a bad stomach ache after eating, my guess was that the burger was too heavy with too much cheese-sauce etc (disclaimer: I try to eat fresh and light, dairy free food as on a daily basis so I probably have a lower tolerance than most on the rare occasion that I do indulge). The burger did taste very good but it was pricey. Last night my husband and I went for dinner. I called ahead and requested a table against the back wall. The lady on the phone told me "she wasn't sure but she would see what she could do". Based on that, I was expecting to see a packed restaurant when I arrived, yet we were the only two couples in there (it was early, right after they opened). Since it's BYOB, we each brought a bottle of Chimay. It does look like a wine bottle (its beer), but the waitress' reaction was unexcusable. She said "okay, which one would you like me to open". My husband replied "both", to which she said "excuse me? Both at the same time?!?". Then she looked at the bottles closer and said "oh, it's beer, not wine. I was about to saayyyy..." What the H? I don't care if I bring in a case of wine to drink by myself, such an unprofessional reaction is inexcusable. It gets better. We ordered the pate for appetizer, which was good but too cold. I then asked her if I could swap out the side on the duck breast (bread pudding) for something else since I love duck but abhore bread pudding. Her response was "well, I'm not sure. I'll have to ask the chef if he agrees, he tends to get funny about that". Excuse me? If I happen to not like a side or am allergic to one, you're going to force me to eat it if the chef does not "agree" with my choices? I told her "well, he can either swap out the side dish and sell me a $28 duck, or I will have the $8 soup". She huffed away and came back saying "well, the reason he doesn't want to swap things out is because he orders only so many things for one night, but in this case he has agreed to do it". Wait a minute, you're telling me the chef only stocks so many potatoes based on what? How many people his crystall ball tell him will order it that night? Ridiculous! It soured the whole dining experience for me. Anyways, I ordered the duck medium well, it came out rare. My husband had the halibut and it was drenched in sauce. The "fresh" mashed potatoes were so runny (butter? milk? cream? not sure) they practically flowed off my plate. The duck was bland, I've had much much better in many places accross the valley. We ordered the chocolate pot au creme in an attempt to save the dinner and that fell flat too. I guess they tried to make it "dense and rich" which basically rendered it inedible. To top it off, both myhusband and I got sick (not throwing up sick but a bad stomach ache and lots of bloating about an hour after the dinner, second time for that) Now, full disclosure: I was born and raised in Belgium. I live for an occasional splurge of french food and I've eaten in many small places around the world that honor the french cuisine and work miracles with fresh and rare ingredients. This place does neither. The food is commercial, overcooked, bland and laced in butter and cream. The only thing french is the attitudes of the waitstaff and the chef, which they might want to drop given this is Surprise, AZ and not France and customers are used to choices and friendliness. This is NOT the wonderful experience that French cuisine can be. Go to Christopher's at the biltmore or Vogue Bistro and you will see what I mean.
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Margaret L.

My mouth was definitely amused. And in a good way. Before my visit I pictured a French style pretentious little place. Don't get me wrong, I didn't go in with bad thoughts, that's just what came to mind with the name. But when we walked in, the place and especially the people were anything BUT pretentious and the food was anything but just French. Sure, there were the French staples like quiche and croissants...but then there was freshly made hummus, fritattas, paninis, and the biggest shocker, burnt ends sandwiches. Not to mention a good selection of tempting desserts (oh yeah). The owners were extremely nice and had the cutest little daughter with them that just made you laugh as she gave her 'dadda' raspberries on his neck as he held her, and pointed at the desserts murmuring gleefully 'chocolate'. A girl after my own heart. Definitely a family friendly place. It seemed everyone that worked there had such a good relationship with each other. They gave samples as freely as their smiles and recommendations. The hummus was so obviously deliciously fresh, and had the wonderful aroma of garlic. It's the first time I ever ate hummus by the spoonful. I could never do that with the store bought stuff. Yuck. But this stuff...this was the shiznits! The lamb panini was oozing caramelized onions and aioli mayo with tender shavings of perfectly cooked lamb on a chewy crusty baguette. I know, baguette and panini...doesn't seem right...but it was delish. It came with a side of fresh greens drizzled with balsamic, sprinkled with candied pecans. Yummers. The artichoke fritatta was pretty tasty, although I wish it would have been a larger portion for the price. Fritatta eater wasn't as pleased as I was with my panini. We tried the creamed green chili soup while there also...that had a mild little bite to it and was yummy as well, but I decided to forgo the soup for tonight. The piece de resistance had to be the chocolate torte. Smooth dark Belgian chocolate in a flaky crust. It just slid right down my throat and gave my tummy a big hug. Amuse Bouche is actually a take-out / catering restaurant. Just keep in mind if you take out, it's not a fast food restaurant so you'll be waiting a little for your food. I didn't mind at all since the people there just chatted with us while the food was being prepared. The menu changes daily, so you're bound to find something tasty every day. Synopsis: A second, third, fourth....maybe more...visit is definitely in my future. For about a dollar more than McDonald's (remember, the people who didn't know who People Day was even though they made the sign) you can get fresh food that is a whole heck of a lot healthier and tastier. They even have imported drinks if you're in the mood to try. Amuse my Bouche anytime!
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Dan M.

What a joke! You'd better make a reservation. If you walk up and put your name on the list they will continue to take reservations over the phone and seat those people before you. I've never heard of treating your walk in customers so bad. Such a disappointment as the food reviews are great. An hour and 45 minutes is absurd when you are told 1 hour. Also the fsct that the staff would make comments on a customer within earshot. Totally unprofessional
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Luna J.

Very small place but well design... Went there for lunch and was very quiet... the soup of d Jour was very nice so the quiche. The cabernet burger was delicious but I was very disappointed with the lamb panini... very blend... I'm glad that I tried that place for lunch I'm not sure for dinner. Not too bad but I'm no sure if I'll return :(
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Richard S.

We have eaten there twice and all dishes were prepared as good as they get. We have had home made soups,mussels, fish and chips and the steak. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was that of a small neighborhood restaurant. It started as just a catering business but customers suggested they serve meals. First was just one meal a day ,now it is all three except Sunday it is closed. This is the first meals we have had in Surprise where we found the food to be this good . We hope that in the future improvements are made in the atmosphere as Some French decore and music would enlighten the experience. We can take our own wine there and corkage is only $2 per person.
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Laurie K.

Chef owned gem! This is the best lunch place in Surprise, but the dinner menu is the best. The small dining room is a bit of an issue with the giant lunch crowd, but dinner is usually better. If you live near, I highly recommend doing take-out and enjoying the great food in your own dining room. Since the restaurant doesn't have a liquor license, take-out allows you to enjoy a great bottle of wine with your meal.
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Ivan S.

A very delightful treat! I had their filet mgnon and it was cooked to perfection. It was served with their spectacular carrot butter and potatoes. I highly recommend this bistro.
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Address : 17058 W Bell Rd
Surprise, AZ, 85374
Phone (623) 322-8881
Website https://amusebouche.biz/
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Opening Hours

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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