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Candle in the Woods, Athol, ID

Candle in the Woods

5.0
5
254 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary French / American
Gournet wine and dinner experiences for discerning clientele.
10-12 course small prix fixe dining experience, each course paired with wine from our award wining cellar.
Recipient of the prestigious North Idaho Life 5 Star Dining experience award (only 2nd ever presented)
Recipient of Spokane Culinary Guild "Best Private Dining" award
Winner People's Choice Chef's Battle Northwest
Winner Judge's Choice and People's Choice award - North Idaho Culinary Competition
Enjoy time in our Game room or near the firepits in our outside patio in between courses - we welcome you to what has been described as one of the best dining experiences in the world.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary French / American, Italian, Mediterranean

  • Hours of operation

    One seating at 6:00pm on select days

  • Phone number

    (208) 664-0135

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    David Adlard

  • Catering

    We do catering for groups from 8 - 200, based around your needs and budget!

  • Private party facilities

    We do private parties for groups up to 24 for dinner, and up to 36 for wine and appetizers.

  • Private party contact

    David Adlard: (208) 664-0135

  • Neighborhood

    Coeur d'Alene

  • Cross street

    5751E. Highway 54

  • Parking details

    We have onsite parking as well as an available limo service.

  • Entertainment

    We have entertainment for select events! Please contact us for details.

  • Additional

    Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 254 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

5.0
5 based on recent ratings
  • 5Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

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  • Idaho

    Best Overall

  • Idaho

    Best Food

  • Idaho

    Best Service

  • Idaho

    Best Ambiance

  • Idaho

    Best Value

  • Idaho

    Innovative

  • Idaho

    Great for fine wines

  • Idaho

    Romantic

  • Idaho

    Good for special occasions

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  1. CarolM

    Palm Springs

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was out second visit and we were not disappointed. There were some favorite dishes with plenty of new dishes. A totally awesome Evening.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food along with fabulous entertainment by Chef Dave!
  3. RobynM

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our night out was completely fabulous! We loved every bit of the evening. I’ve already made our next reservation.
  4. JanR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were amazed at this incomparable experience! Beyond all expectations! Made my birthday one we will never forget! Every bite of the food was perfect! The wine pairing was spot on and the timing was perfect. Surprised the staff were all so young? How could they show such originality? Can’t wait to do it again!
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful way to spend an evening celebrating our anniversary! We felt a warm welcome when we arrived & throughly enjoyed the innovative, creative, delicious food! The staff was so sweet & fun! And we made some friends during intermezzo! My favorite dish of the night if I HAD to choose was the “ mini-bene” . Thank you all ! We’ll be back !
  6. SuzanneS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Do yourselves a favor and book your reservation today! This is a Food Lovers dream of an experience.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second time going and it was just as good as the first. I call it dinner and a show. Everyone must experience this at least once in their life. Chef Dave is special and has created a once in a lifetime experience that leaves you wanting to return each year.
  8. 01HeidiM

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every single thing about the experience was perfect - absolutely amazing food (like best meal I have had in my life), impeccable service staff attentive to every detail, drinks and table settings all outstanding and of course the narrative from Chef Dave made the meal - we all cannot wait to return for another wonderful evening, thank you all so very much!
  9. wayneh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very fun event. Food was outstanding! Great serving team.
  10. Natasha

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, service was impeccable and a once in a lifetime experience
  11. WilliamL

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It fully lives up to its’ reputation. One of the best meals of my life! Who knew humble Athol, Idaho could have such a gem!
  12. MariaH

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We waited 8 months for this reservation. The evening far exceeded our expectations! From the moment we arrived we were treated like family. The owner and his staff went out of their way to make the entire night fun as well as delicious. The food and wine were spectacular, nothing disappointed. If this restaurant isn’t on your bucket list, it should be. We can’t wait to go back.
  13. KPete

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a super fun and unique experience to be had in N. Idaho. Looking for a quiet, romantic evening...not so much. But if you love food, and wine, and laughter, and all of those tied up into a fun night, this is for you. Unexpected, maybe a little bawdy, and seriously delicious!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious! What an amazing experience.
  15. shawnt

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience! Food was super creative and delicious. We will be back.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal and experience.
  17. DeanS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! Love the unexpected over the top culinary experience matched with delightful, hilarious commentary from the chef! Love that it is located in a sleepy little, picturesque town. You will not find anything like this anywhere else. Period. Brought our 3 adult children with us and it was the most fabulous dinner experience we’ve ever shared together. I’m over the moon that both my children and husband ate things they swore they would never eat in the life and savored every bite of it. All of that, paired with phenomenal wine pairings, desserts, port…..oh my!
  18. STANN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An amazing experience in every way! Food, service, ambiance all were fabulous!
  19. AmyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been wanting to to Candle In the Woods for years. 6 months was well worth the wait! Amazing food, wine and storytelling! We will be coming back again and again!
  20. AlisonD

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and wine pairings were amazing, and the chef was funny! His descriptions of the food, stories about the start of the restaurant, and just good old north Idaho humor, kept you laughing through the night. All the staff was amazing and very accommodating. We can't wait to dine here again.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best fine dining experiences I’ve had the food was exquisite and the hostess Dave made the night that much more enjoyable will most definitely be coming back.
  22. KatherineB

    Seattle

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful evening! We will be returning to meet more cousins.
  23. ThiF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So much fun and amazing food feeling welcome wonderful service , love . Thank you.
  24. William

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    High quality of food and very creative dishes. Glad to hear that they use local vendors to source their restaurant.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very unique and intimate experience at this perfect little restaurant. Go, you won’t regret it.
  26. JasonK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing and unique experience, it was truly a great time
  27. AndrewF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, outstanding staff, outstanding service. A Must try
  28. TeresaS

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    By far the best dining experience, food and wine pairing was delightful and the presentation gorgeous
  29. JasonW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing in every way! The food, the service, the fun had by all, just amazing. Chef Dave and the crew made it a night to remember and a destination dining experience.
  30. AshleyE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The experience at Candle in the Woods was one I will never forget. Such a fun environment with amazing food. The interaction with all staff as well as others there for the experience was phenomenal. I can say this will not be my last time. I will be coming back most definitely
  31. SamJ

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Arguably the best dining experience I've ever had. Wonderful people, wonderful food, not a wine person but actually quite enjoyed that, too. Recommend.
  32. BrennaP

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful place. Not only was the food amazing the whole staff was genuine and engaging throughout dinner. It was true blessing to be served by this team they are one of a kind for sure! Thank you for including us in your “family” and we can’t wait to return!
  33. LouisD

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is amazing! Do yourself a favor and make a reservation.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience! If you are considering booking, just do it!
  35. Mackenzie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible, incredible experience. Wish I could give it 10 stars, such a fun night. Will be back!
  36. BruceT

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    SO MUCH FUN!
  37. CLee

    Seattle

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our very favorite place to celebrate our anniversary. Everything from the food, ambience, and service is impeccable.
  38. Jessica

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was hands down the most amazing dining experience we have ever had. Emphasis on experience - this is NOT just dinner. The food and wine were incredible and you really feel like you are dining with family (sounds cheesy, but it's true!). Both my husband and I have a gluten sensitivity and they were able to accommodate us VERY well. We didn't feel at all like we got a lesser experience with any of the courses. Chef Dave is very entertaining and the team is delightful. We had plenty to eat and drink but not too much. Trust the chef! We also used the limo service to get us to and from our airbnb and we so appreciated that! I cannot recommend this experience enough!
  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is not a dinner as much as a dining experience. Chef David and his crew are going to amaze you with great food, great wine, great conversation, and great stories. Do not be afraid to try their creations. Trust the chef!
  40. Miked

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Eating at the Candle in the Woods was a very special experience. The food, service, management, and atmosphere was outstanding. Unfortunately, due to the high cost of the meal, it will not be an experience that we can repeat very often. If you can afford it, we would recommend this experience for anyone who wants something out-of-the-ordinary. It is nice to have the option of this type of high class dining experience in the area and we wish them well.

FAQs

Candle in the Woods offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (208) 664-0135.

Candle in the Woods is rated 5 stars by 254 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Candle in the Woods

5751 East Highway 54, Athol, ID 83801

Additional information

  • Cross street

    5751E. Highway 54

  • Neighborhood

    Coeur d'Alene

  • Hours of operation

    One seating at 6:00pm on select days

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary French / American, Italian, Mediterranean

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    We have onsite parking as well as an available limo service.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    David Adlard

  • Entertainment

    We have entertainment for select events! Please contact us for details.

  • Additional

    Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

  • Phone number

    (208) 664-0135

  • Catering

    We do catering for groups from 8 - 200, based around your needs and budget!

  • Private party facilities

    We do private parties for groups up to 24 for dinner, and up to 36 for wine and appetizers.

  • Private party contact

    David Adlard: (208) 664-0135

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