Bistro D'Helene

4.3

98 Reviews

$30 and under

Southwest French

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

In classic Bistro fashion, Bistro d’Hélène’s French-esque menu takes inspiration from the heart of France and melds it with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. The menu begins with a strong selection of artisanal breads and traditional spreads, followed by wide-ranging apps and mains that touch on a slew of French and Mediterranean flavors.

Just what is the difference between a restaurant, a bistro, a brasserie and a café, you ask? While all four are centered around the joy of food and cooking, bistro's are classically a relaxed atmosphere. In contrast to the large, luxurious spaces of the luxury restaurants of Paris, bistros are small, casual places where hearty food is served simply, but deliciously. Typically, a bistro is frequented by locals and might not even be very well known outside its neighborhood.

That is exactly what we sought to create. A quaint, neighborhood spot that values clean, healthy ingredients where we can come together to enjoy a meal with our loved ones

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southwest French, French, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(208) 297-5364
Website
http://www.bistrohelene.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Danielle Christine

Location
808 W Fort St, Boise, ID 83702-5525
Neighborhood
Boise
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Crêpes Suzette (gf)$11.00
morello cherry, orange flower water, cointreau
Pain Perdu$17.00
baguette, cardamom créme anglaise, rose water, citrus
Quiche Lorraine (gf)$15.00
eggs, bacon, shallots, gruyère, parmesan
- Side Salad$0.00
- Side Breakfast Potatoes$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Croque Madame$15.00
jambon, gruyère, sunnyside egg, mornay
Omelette (gf)$8.00
three eggs, crème fraîche, chives
- Side Salad$0.00
- Side Breakfast Potatoes$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Grilled Chicken, Asparagus, Cherry Tomato, Parmesan Omelette (gf)$17.00
- Side Salad$0.00
- Side Breakfast Potatoes$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Braised Brisket, Pearl Onion, Spinach, Romano Omelette (gf)$19.00
- Side Salad$0.00
- Side Breakfast Potatoes$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Chorizo, Shallot, Garlic, Basil, Parmesan Omelette (gf)$17.00
- Side Salad$0.00
- Side Breakfast Potatoes$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Smoked Salmon, Gouda, Kale Omlette (gf)$21.00
- Side Salad$0.00
- Side Breakfast Potatoes$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Helene's Breakfast $15.00
eggs, potato pave, fresh bread
- add sautéed vegetables$4.00
- add sausage$6.00
- add bacon$8.00
Smoked Salmon Tartine$19.00
whipped cream cheese, dijon, pickled red onion, dill, fresh bread
Steak & Frites$37.00
grass fed New York strip, black peppercorn sauce, pommes frites
- Rare: 120°–125°$0.00
- Medium Rare: 130°–135°$0.00
- Medium: 140°–145°$0.00
- Medium Well: 150°–155°$0.00
- Well Done: 160°–165°$0.00

Croissants

Butter Croissant$4.00
Chocolate Croissant$5.00
Almond Croissant$5.00
Ham & Swiss Croissant$5.00
Nutella Croissant$5.00

What 98 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

98 Reviews

C
Chris
Portland
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Very strange experience. Tried to make a reservation at their sister restaurant, Bistro D’Helene. They called and said the Bistro was closed due to staffing shortage, and recommended transferring reservation to to Apericena. When we got to Apericena they seated us and gave us menus, but no drink menu. After 10 minutes I asked for a wine list and THEN they said, sorry we are not serving any alcohol. When I asked why, the waitress said she was not allowed to say. No one said anything about this prior to this point. Very odd. As for the food, it was decent but not amazing. Overall a very strange experience.
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Regina
VIP
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was so very good we went back for breakfast the next day. Service was perfect.
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MichaelT
VIP
Denver
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food here is fantastic, and is presented so beautifully. Such a cute little neighborhood bistro. We loved it!
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Patricia
Boise
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a deloghtful dining experience . Our waitress Grace went above and beyond to ensure our time was memorable. Pair Grace with outstanding food….earns Bistro d’ Helene the highest recommendation.
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amii
San Francisco
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We try to find hidden gems and this restaurant was just that! The menu made it hard to choose so we will be back for sure 👍
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BJohn
Central Coast
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are so excited to have this restaurant in our neighborhood! This was our first trip in and we were thrilled to find a quiet and pleasant environment. Even more pleased to find a menu with lots of items we’d like to try. As a celiac with a soy allergy that is an extra special situation! Many clearly marked gluten free items! Also an excellent wine selection. Our meals were fantastic…Osso Bucco, Steak Frites, Aranchini and Carrot Cake! We will be back regularly! So many more things to try.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Boise
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
very nice dining experience in a quiet atmosphere, a little pricey
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Wyatt
Boise
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I shared the blanquette after seeing it on Instagram and it was one of the best meals I have enjoyed during in my time in the states. Just like my mom used to make it as a kid. Excellent wine selections as well. Bravo to the chef!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Boise
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server was great and the menu looks good. The food was not so much which was disappointing.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Boise
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Will return and have already recommended to others.
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FAQs

Bistro D'Helene offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (208) 297-5364.

Bistro D'Helene is rated 4.3 stars by 98 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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This restaurant is permanently closed.

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808 W Fort St, Boise, ID 83702-5525

Additional information

Neighborhood
Boise
Hours of operation
Brunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southwest French, French, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Danielle Christine
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bistrohelene.com/
Phone number
(208) 297-5364

Bistro D'Helene

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Popular dishes

HÉLÈNES CASSOULET

Strawberry Frazier Cake (gf)

FRENCH ONION SOUP

Menu

Breakfast Entrees

Crêpes Suzette (gf)$11.00

Pain Perdu$17.00

Quiche Lorraine (gf)$15.00

Croque Madame$15.00

Omelette (gf)$8.00

Grilled Chicken, Asparagus, Cherry Tomato, Parmesan Omelette (gf)$17.00

Braised Brisket, Pearl Onion, Spinach, Romano Omelette (gf)$19.00

Chorizo, Shallot, Garlic, Basil, Parmesan Omelette (gf)$17.00

Smoked Salmon, Gouda, Kale Omlette (gf)$21.00

Helene's Breakfast $15.00

Smoked Salmon Tartine$19.00

Steak & Frites$37.00

Croissants

Butter Croissant$4.00

Chocolate Croissant$5.00

Almond Croissant$5.00

Ham & Swiss Croissant$5.00

Nutella Croissant$5.00

What 98 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Bistro D'Helene offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bistro D'Helene restaurant rated?

Is Bistro D'Helene currently accepting reservations?

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information