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Dining Room - Chez Zee, Austin, TX

Chez Zee

4.6
4.6
4256 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 67 times today

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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
  • 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
    Taruna Ahuja: (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 4,256 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Great for brunch

  • Austin

    Great for brunch

4,255 Reviews
  1. JanetM

    Houston

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always our favorite Austin restaurant! Delicious food, awesome service, and the most amazing desserts on the planet. Smoked prime rib, pecan crusted salmon, jalapeño cornbread stuffed chicken, and any of their pasta dishes are some favorites!!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    Good food but service can be lacking. Even in slower paced times, staff appears not interested. It could be a training issue

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love the casual environment of the restaurant, and the food is second to none. We highly recommend this little gem in Austin, and it’s great for all family events

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  4. LynnieGo

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous lunch & they did a wonderful job decorating the table since it was my Mom's 97th birthday!!!!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Enjoyed it very much. Perfect for an informal business lunch.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service all top notch at Chez Zee. It’s our friend group brunch go-to.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite restaurant in Austin. One of a kind, cozy, relatively quiet, the food is not run of the mill and we love Sunday morning brunch with the fabulous, jazz pianist to entertain.

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  8. Lisa

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, lovely cadillac margaritas— appreciate the attentive service too Always enjoy a mellow evening at Chez Zee

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  9. KarenK

    Austin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Austin is icon w impeccable service and even better food

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always enjoy Che Zee. It’s our first choice when we are in town for any special celebration - even just being together. Meals are always tasty, service is attentive but not intrusive, and the atmosphere just makes us feel special.

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  11. MplsRed

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chez Zee is our “go-to” for special events or when just needing a classy evening out. Indoor or outdoor, it’s a gem.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent, from appetizers to dessert. We had requested a quiet corner and were given the perfect table. The staff and our waitress were fun, efficient, and wonderful in every way! We had a great 48th anniversary celebration. I would recommend Chez Z to anyone!

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  13. DrippingSpringer

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My second trip to Chez Zee and there will be more. A lovely venue, great service and really good food.

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  14. happytummy

    Austin

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was near the end of brunch. It was slow, but great.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love Chez Zee! Food and service is spectacular.

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  16. SGxx

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As we often do, we met good friends at Chez Zee and enjoyed the food, the atmosphere, and each other's company.

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  17. DavidC

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time visit and it’s easy to see why this is such an institution in the neighborhood. The ambience, service, food, value and warmth of Chez Zee is amazing. The burger, steak and fries and desserts were all delicious!! Already excited to go back!

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  18. AustinMom

    Austin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, Chez Zee did not disappoint! I went with a dear friend for a pre-Thanksgiving lunch. The food was great, the dessert (pumpkin/chocolate cheesecake) was amazing. And our server (I can't remember his name) had a personality that could light up the great outdoors and a wicked sense of humor.

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  19. RickyRoo

    Austin

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    We are regular diners at Chee Zee, in fact, we’ve been dining there since 1983… Need I say more? We love that place.

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  20. GilC

    Austin

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Ambiance is very inviting. Salads are fantastic. Good service

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  21. JonN

    Austin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience1
    Just not the Che Zee I once knew and loved. Too loud, too expensive, food quality average. I'll probably give it one more chance but definitely not site in the main dinning area. Way too loud to enjoy yourself.

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  22. rubyC

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chez Zee has ALWAYS been our go-to place for special occasions, for entertaining out of town guests for dessert after a show, for birthdays and oh yes, just because. Food is ALWAYS excellent, service with a smile and eagerness. We love the place. I highly recommend it!! Chez Zee is down-home meets uptown!!

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  23. RebeccaA

    Austin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food is always amazing. Intimate seating. Love this place!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything. From the entrance, to the first room, jazz and piano music, a magician, our drinks, the service - everything!!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful beef tenderloin! Must order dessert here!

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  26. BrandonM

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This has been my brunch go to for years. Great dining 👍

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The waitstaff is always so great here. I grew up coming here and every time I come back it feels like a warm hug.

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  28. shanterianh

    Miami - Dade

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Creme brûlée French toast was amazing! Highly recommend that everyone tries it.

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  29. EllenM

    Austin

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as usual. Good and service always primo!

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  30. DanT

    Austin

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This Austin institution seems to thrive regardless of the economy and changing habits of residents. Should be on everyone's bucket list.

    1 person found this helpful

  31. KellyC

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was wonderful and the food was great! They decorated the table for my daughters birthday and presented her with a lovely birthday dessert! Will return!

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  32. JessicaW

    Austin

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food, ambience and service as usual. Thank you!

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Waitress was friendly. Brunch was excellent. ( eggs with fried green tomatoes, salmon, and a chili sauce.) Chatted with friends and enjoyed the ambiance.

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  34. Kesh

    Austin

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent brunch, family really enjoyed it. All the food was delicious and the waitress was exceptional as well. We left happy and very full!

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  35. RTeacher

    Austin

    21 reviews

    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    The food was delicious as always, however, the service was not as good as we’ve had in the past . Our server was not very attentive, and we had a concert to attend so our time was limited. There were mistakes made on our check, which took more time to fix. We did not get the same experience that we normally get a Chez Zee. We will give it another chance.

    Chez ZeeResponded on November 4, 2023

    I'm so sorry the service was lacking. Would you be willing to give me a call at 512-844-0611 so I could get some additional feedback from you. We are doing more training and you input would be very helpful. Thank you. Sharon Watkins Owner

    1 person found this helpful

  36. MaryS

    Austin

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and wonderful venue. The magician Brad Henderson was spectacular. Thank you for thinking of such a great way to spend Halloween.

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  37. BarbaraA

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chez Zee never disappoints. Took a girlfriend for her bday lunch and it was wonderful. They decorated a chocolate cake slice and made a nice celebration for dessert.

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  38. Jeanette

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Chez Zee! I took my girl friend for her birthday and they had the table decorated and gave her a complementary piece of cake with a candle, it was lovely. The atmosphere at Chez Zee makes any occasion feel special!

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  39. Judy

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    feel that Chez Zee food has started to decline over the years, as it got more and more popular ... the portions got smaller on certain items, but the prices went up, and level of food is okay / good but not as "wow / delicious" as it used to be. the stuffed toast (breakfast in bed) entree, is not stuffed french toast ... its like a french toast sandwich with fruit / berries inside. that is not stuffed. It made it very hard to eat, with the food spilling out from all sides, it was two slices of french toast bread, not pressed down or sealed in any way, which would be a nice way to insulate it all and really call it "stuffed" challah french toast, alone, was great. spinach artichoke dip costs SO MUCH, and its a teeny tiny cup, like an individual portion / not to be shared.

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  40. ChristopherK

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a really nice dinner. Everything from the ambiance to the friendly staff was great. The food was delicious and prepared/served at just the right timing between appetizers and main course.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Chez Zee using the Order Online button. Chez Zee also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 454-2666.

Chez Zee is rated 4.6 stars by 4256 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 67 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
  • 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
    Taruna Ahuja: (512) 454-2666
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