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The Cutwater on Payette Lake, McCall, ID

The Cutwater on Payette Lake

4.3
4.3
749 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
The Cutwater on Payette Lake is a place for friends and families to connect and celebrate life with carefully crafted food and drinks. This is a restaurant unlike any other in McCall. Guests of all ages will enjoy indoor/outdoor seating (seasonal), a vibrant 2,000-gallon saltwater fish tank, analog game room and simply delicious fare on the shores of Payette Lake. The Cutwater on Payette Lake offers year-round breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Northwest, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (208) 630-0202
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Antonio Estremera
  • Neighborhood
    McCall
  • Cross street
    Highway 55
  • Parking details
    We offer complimentary valet parking or self parking in our hotel parking lot. We also offer complimentary boat docking if joining us in our restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 749 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cutwater on Payette Lake offers "fabulous food and ambiance" with breathtaking lake and mountain views. Guests consistently praise the "excellent service" and mouthwatering menu, including standout dishes like the salmon BLT and bison pasta. While some note occasional slow service, the stunning setting and overall dining experience make it a McCall favorite.

749 Reviews
  1. Melissa

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I had an excellent time at the cuteater celebrating my birthday. We booked a table for a Tuesday evening and it was perfect. Quiet and comfortable. The service was outstanding and we felt cared for the entire time. The spinach and artichoke dip appetizer is delicious and we had bison and pasta entrees that were savory and memorable. Can’t wait to eat here again in the future!

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  2. Stephanie

    Boise

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My steak with the Steak Frites was incredibly chewy with gristle and fat. Only roughly half of the 12 oz steak was good. The fries seemed like potato wedges I could get at the hot food section at the grocery store. I would’ve loved a bigger portion of arugula. For the price it was disappointing. Our server was top notch and the view was beautiful. Really wonder if I had ordered the Chicken Marsala or soup it would’ve been a different story. My partner had a side of salmon and it was smaller than expected but tasty. He also enjoyed the house salad.
    The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on November 14, 2024
    Hi Stephanie, Thank you for your feedback. Next time, don't hesitate to bring any concerns to your server's or a manager's attention during your visit. This way, we can resolve the issue right away. I've shared your comments with my culinary team so we can improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager

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  3. Kevin

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    No need to come back. The upstairs lounge was decent enough though
    The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on November 14, 2024
    Hi Kevin, Thank you for your insights. I apologize for not meeting your expectations during your time with us. We hope to have the chance to serve you in the future. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Steak was cooked as expected and was good. The pesto pasta had a little too much balsamic for my liking. the waitress was very good and the dessert was very good
    The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on November 11, 2024
    Hi, Thank you for your feedback! I’ve shared your review with my culinary team. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Cutwater on Payette Lake. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Waitress never checked back after food was delivered. She was professional but not friendly. I had to ask hostess for coffee. Salad was drenched with salt. Lettuce was not edible. My friend’s food was fine. Presentation was quite nice. I’ve been to this establishment many times. This is the first time service and food was subpar.
    The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on November 11, 2024
    Hi, I'm sorry we fell short of your expectations this time. If you ever experience service or food that does not meet your standards, please address these concerns immediately with a restaurant manager. That way, we can correct any issues while you're with us. I've discussed your feedback with my culinary and service team as we strive to improve. We hope to welcome you back for a dining experience that meets your standards and ours. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager

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  6. Rachelle

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bison chili is soo good & had great service! Love the view of the lake.
    The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on November 11, 2024
    Hi Rachelle, Thank you for 5's across the board and a recommendation! Hearty Bison Chili, great views, and even better service. Sign us up. We can't wait to welcome you back. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager

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  7. Blake

    Boise

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious meal, beautiful view, perfect waitress (Kylie).
    The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on October 25, 2024
    Hi Blake, Thank you for the five-star review. I'm positive Kylie will appreciate your kind remarks. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience with delicious food and (arguably) better views. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager

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  8. daniellem

    Boise

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I really enjoyed my experience at Cut Water. It has become somewhat of a tradition to visit the shore lodge for my birthday and this last time was probably my best experience yet! I requested a seat facing the lake which I didn’t have to remind staff, we were sat promptly, our waiter was very attentive, kind and accommodating to my dietary restrictions. I also loved the birthday cupcake I received. She also put us at ease knowing we had appointments coming up at the cove spa after our meal, making sure we were taken care of.
    The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on October 25, 2024
    Hi daniellem, Happy belated birthday! What an honor to be your yearly birthday destination. I'm thrilled we could accommodate your dietary needs and that you enjoyed our attentive service. We hope your spa treatment at The Cove was equally as great as your dining experience. We can't wait to welcome you back next year for more birthday celebrations at Shore Lodge. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager

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  9. Penny

    Boise

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 4, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited at 5:15 on Friday night. One table next to us was loudly talking. The burger is excellent. I don’t care for the arugula salad as I prefer romaine or a mixed salad. The chili was good but the bean and potato soup had been emulsified and wasn’t good. Our service was excellent! And of course the view of the lake is wonderful!
    The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on October 25, 2024
    Hi Penny, Thank you for your feedback on our White Bean and Potato Soup. I've spoken with my culinary team. We're glad that the service was up to your standards. We hope to welcome you back for another casual dinner out in McCall. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager

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  10. Tyler

    Boise

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We waited 20 minutes for our drinks and then another hour for our food.
    The Cutwater on Payette LakeResponded on October 4, 2024
    Hi Tyler, Thank you for your review. I appreciate your patience. I have spoken with my team regarding your commentary. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon. Sincerely, Tom Garcia, General Manager

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The Cutwater on Payette Lake is rated 4.3 stars by 749 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
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501 West Lake St., McCall, ID 83638

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Highway 55
  • Neighborhood
    McCall
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Northwest, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We offer complimentary valet parking or self parking in our hotel parking lot. We also offer complimentary boat docking if joining us in our restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Antonio Estremera
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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