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Chez Zee, Austin, TX

Chez Zee

4.7
4.7
4585 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 26 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Welcome to Chez Zee American Bistro, where Parisian bakery charm meets casual American bistro flair. This iconic Austin original offers a captivating dining experience for a range of occasions, from intimate date nights and business lunches to lively parties, happy hours, and indulgent weekend brunches. We also understand the demands of the modern world, providing convenient online ordering. All that, and we serve the most divine desserts in Austin. Planning a celebration? Our private banquet party room is designed for special occasions or join us for happy hour, perfect for unwinding after a long day or catching up with friends. The weekend is for relaxation, and our brunch menu is the epitome of laid-back indulgence. Share laughter with loved ones over delightful dishes, mimosas, and, of course, our irresistible desserts. Chez Zee American Bistro is more than a restaurant; it's a place where culinary excellence meets unforgettable experiences. We look forward to serving you soon.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Dessert
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 454-2666
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    In house or off site private functions for parties of up to 150. Please email events@chezzee.com for event inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Chez Zee has a complete private dining room with a private patio, sound system, beautiful decor and exquisite American cuisine and service. Chez Zee will gladly accommodate seated parties of up to 100 or cocktail style events up to 150 in The Gallery.
  • Private party contact
    Andrea Pawlik: (512) 454-2666
  • Neighbourhood
    Northwest
  • Cross Street
    2222 and Mopac
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Capital Metro Bus #30 stops in front of the restaurant, #337 stops on Balcones at Northland.
  • Entertainment
    Pop Piano and Jazz Standards Monday, Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday mornings.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,585 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    American

  • Austin

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chez Zee delights with its "huge menu," featuring standout items like crème brûlée French toast and croissants with strawberry butter. This Austin gem is praised for its "fun and cheerful" ambiance, complete with twinkle lights and live music. Ideal for special occasions, the attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience.

4,585 Reviews
  1. Angel

    Austin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit here about 1-2 times per year. Today was a good experience. My only challenge when going is that service can be slow. But today they had some game!

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  2. Jose

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Remodel is going great we really enjoyed our brunch and as always service was excellent.

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  3. Meghan

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been to Chez Zee before and it’s a favorite place to have celebration’s. Birthdays and like last night a surprise engagement. Our server was fabulous despite being new. We thoroughly enjoyed everything and every moment.

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  4. Janet

    Austin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I dine at Chez Zee regularly and always enjoy it! This visit the food was amazing! The chef be chefing! Everything we ordered was perfection. Thank you

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  5. Mark

    VIP

    Austin

    103 reviews

    3.0

    103 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    New Year's Eve is always a special treat at Chez Zee, thanks to their fine food and live jazz music.

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  6. Melissa

    VIP

    Austin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    A long time customer, the menu, food and presentation was fabulous. It was New Year’s Eve and we were eating early. However, we asked to be moved before even sitting down. The music was perfect but MUCH TOO LOUD to sit near. They moved us - not too eagerly, but it was still too loud for any conversation. Otherwise, sublime. Please -just not so loud.

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  7. Carole

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The New Year’s Eve special menu was great. We ate at 5:30 so we were ahead of the totally full restaurant. Service was attentive but didn’t rush us to finish so they could seat the next group. The steak was cooked as I ordered it. The Sea Bass was raved about by the others in our party.

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  8. Kevin

    Austin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We've been eating at Chez Zee for over 30 years. Still love this restaurant, so perhaps it was just bad timing or an off day for the kitchen. We visited for a late lunch to celebrate a birthday and we called ahead to let them know this, as well as noted that in the reservation through OpenTable. Our reservation was for 2pm. Unfortunately, they close at 3pm on Sunday, so the lunch menu wasn't available - only the one for brunch. We ordered the creme brulee french toast as an appetizer and it was great. I had the pecan crusted salmon which comes on a bed of spinach and mushrooms. The salmon was dried out and relatively tasteless. The sauted spinach has a off-flavor to it. My daughter had the avocado eggs benedict. The hollandaise sauce tasted like tartar sauce. The fried avocado was good, but the poached eggs tasted strange - maybe because of the sauce. My wife had quiche and noted that it was "ok". When we finished lunch, we were checking on dessert to celebrate the birthday in our group - the reason we were at Chez Zee. But the bakery at the restaurant was closed. Our server, Ivonne, was great and was able to get us a piece of cake to go. Not making excuses for the restaurant, but since we arrived an hour before Sunday closing that may be why the entrees were off. We've had many brunches and dinners at Chez Zee that were great so we're hoping this is just a one-off.

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  9. Susan

    Austin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As Always, Great food & Excellent service, Thank You!

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  10. Rhonda

    VIP

    Austin

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the pecan crusted Salmon and the bread!! A family favorite restaurant.

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FAQs

Chez Zee offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 454-2666.

Chez Zee is rated 4.7 stars by 4585 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 p.m.
Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Chez Zee

5406 Balcones Dr., Austin, TX 78731

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    2222 and Mopac
  • Neighbourhood
    Northwest
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Dessert
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Capital Metro Bus #30 stops in front of the restaurant, #337 stops on Balcones at Northland.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Pop Piano and Jazz Standards Monday, Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday mornings.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (512) 454-2666
  • Catering
    In house or off site private functions for parties of up to 150. Please email events@chezzee.com for event inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Chez Zee has a complete private dining room with a private patio, sound system, beautiful decor and exquisite American cuisine and service. Chez Zee will gladly accommodate seated parties of up to 100 or cocktail style events up to 150 in The Gallery.
  • Private party contact
    Andrea Pawlik: (512) 454-2666
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