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Chez Zee American Bistro

3.7 (1.2k reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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veggie quiche and chicken + artichoke soup
Aruni G.

Chez Zee is a long time staple in Austin and I always enjoy when I get to meet someone here for lunch. I love their quiche and salad or soup. This time I got the soup. My friend got one of the salads. We stayed longer than usual as we hand't caught up in years. Our server was helpful and patient. I was able to get a parking lot spot that didn't require valet. I remember the days when Chez Zee didn't have valet options and you would just self park in the entire lot or have to find a spot across the way. I'm sure I will be here again soon!

Grouper special
Diana H.

Chez Zee has upped their game. Not sure if it's a new chef, new staff or both. For a restaurant that's been around forever, it's not easy to keep pace with all the new options around town. I was pleasantly surprised by bend over backwards service, friendly but not intrusive. It was late, so didn't want a heavy meal... ordered the Wednesday special, a grouper with root vegetables and a slaw of fennel and sprouts. Super fresh. Absolutely delicious! Took advantage of the half price bottle of wine and can never miss with the rosemary lemon cake. Note, I ended up sharing the entree, so picture below is a half portion! This is a great weeknight treat but still great for celebrations. They go above and beyond.

huevos rancheros
Nicole N.

I come here for weekend brunch often with my friends. The croissants with strawberry butter are the perfect start and everyone here is so friendly and welcoming. The restaurant itself is decorated in a way that makes it feel cozy and warm, like you're at a friend's house. Their huevos rancheros is one of the best I've ever had and it's perfect every single time.

Build your own pizza.
Steve W.

I've been wanting to come here for years, but never found the chance until today. This place has been here since 1989 and has now racked up nearly 1200 reviews. As many yelpers have already mentioned, this is a quirky, unique restaurant known for its award-winning desserts and eclectic American comfort food. One thing that had me concerned was the parking situation, but my fears were relieved when I pulled into the lot behind the restaurant where 3 to 4 dozen spaces were waiting. This restaurant is ideal for groups and special occasions as certain areas can be partitioned off. Once I picked up the lunch menu, I was pleasantly surprised at how reasonable the prices were. Nothing over $27. The dinner menu is about the same, but some items are close to $50. One thing I was glad to see, which most restaurants no longer do, is to start off with a complimentary basket of warm bread and smokey oil. We started with their brussels sprouts and their shrimp appetizers which were excellent. We moved on to the various dishes on the menu. All were well plated and perfect for the average appetite. I got the pizza which was well made and large enough for me to take 3 slices to go. After the meal, we were handed a very extensive decadent dessert menu that no one in Austin can compete with. Once those desserts hit the table, that cinched the 5 star review. The leisurely lunch service was on point. They have the right formula working for them here which explains their long running presence. Keep in mind, this place is popular, so you'll need to make a reservation for those special holidays. Check out these informative photos.

Pistachio ice cream pie with Oreo crust.
Michal R.

Our experience actually started before we even arrived. The day before our reservation, a staff member called to confirm our table and acknowledge our special request, which was a thoughtful touch and set a great first impression. The restaurant has a charming patio with a nice photo opportunity that we took advantage of at the end of the evening. Inside, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, although the dining room itself was quite cold. I was glad I had brought a jacket. The menu offers a great variety of options, including pasta, burgers, pizza, salads, and steaks, chicken and fish, so there truly is something for everyone. I was especially excited to try the prime rib, and it did not disappoint. This wasn't your typical prime rib, they lightly smoke it, which completely transforms the flavor. It was absolutely delicious. For my sides, I had the vinegar-based coleslaw and the jalapeño cornbread stuffing. The coleslaw was outstanding, some of the best I've ever had. The stuffing, however, was disappointing. It lacked flavor and had an unusual texture, and the addition of pecans just didn't work for me. Everyone in our party was extremely happy with their meals, which says a lot considering we all ordered something different. The dessert menu was almost overwhelming because there were so many tempting choices. We ended up ordering the sticky toffee pudding, pecan pie, crème brûlée French toast, and the pistachio ice cream pie. Every dessert was delicious. My only criticism is that the pistachio ice cream pie seemed overpriced since it was essentially pistachio ice cream served in the shape of a slice of pie. Our waiter was fantastic, friendly, attentive, and helped make the evening even more enjoyable. Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience. Great food, excellent service, and a pleasant atmosphere. The only things keeping this from a five-star review were the chilly temperature inside the restaurant and the underwhelming cornbread stuffing. We would definitely return.

Karla D.

Chez Zee has been on my list of places to try for quite sometime now. When a colleague suggested it for lunch, I was all in. I have to start with the decor and layout. It is nothing short of whimsical. A neon sign amongst a trestle of braided tree branches welcomes you in. This takes you down a side patio with table seating and curves around to additional outdoor seating (loveseats, chairs). There are decorative throw pillows on the outdoor furnishings, cocktail tables, etc. A decorative water fountain feature adorns the exterior wall of the restaurant. There is a ginormous "fun chair" at the restaurant entrance (see pics) and the patio extends past the restaurant entrance for additional al fresco dining. Directly across from the restaurant building entrance is another entrance to an area called 'The Gallery'-this is an event space for private parties & events. Peeked my head in and it is very well appointed. The outdoor patio decor is rustic, shabby chic, farmhouse meets carefree whimsy. The theme carries through to the restaurant where there are 2-3 rooms of ample interior seating, a bar, a baby grand piano (they often have a piano player performing) and of course, I can't forget the Zee Marketplace...this is the finest dessert case you may ever come across. They've got peanut butter pies, Italian cream cakes, cheesecakes (variety of flavors), key lime pie, cookies,and so much more. The top of the case has dry goods on display available for sale (herbs, oils, etc.). Pies and cakes can be bought by the slice or whole. Decadent doesn't even begin to describe the goodness. That Italian cream cake is insanely delicious. As I mentioned, this was a lunch with colleagues, six of us to be exact. Seating was comfortable and we had plenty of room for our meals, plates, and glasses. I am quite an indecisive person and the menu was a little overwhelming for me (in a good way) because of the many choices. I ended up getting an app that I had no business getting. It's called Lucinda's Basil Cheese Torta (please look for the pic I posted, OMCheese). The reason I had no business ordering this is because it would be the same as putting out a cheeseball at a party for several people. I was only able to eat 3-4 bites before I was STUFFED! No worries, I took it home for my boyfriend who devoured it. This thing was absolutely incredible! It was made up of basil pesto cream cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, toasted pine nuts and layed with provolone cheese (served with crostini).It was mind-blowing good! Two people in our group had the chicken-fried chicken with gravy, mashed potatoes, and vegetables, another had chicken-fried steak with the same sides. Everyone loved their entrees. In fact, we joked because one person in our group never eats much at all when we go out and she literally cleaned her plate. Another member of our crew had pecan-encrusted salmon with a side of veg and she raved about it. Finally, the last member in our group had the Zee bacon cheeseburger with mushrooms, tomatoes, lettuce, pickles, and onion. Came with a side of sweet potato fries. The burger was HUGE! She had to cut it in four pieces to be able to get her mouth over it. Needless to say, she took half of it home because it was very filling. Service was efficient, friendly and patient while the lot of us tried to make up her minds because there were so many good choices available. I, for one, cannot wait to get back there again. Perfection. PS: They get busy and the lots fill up (one on the side and one in the back). No worries, they offer free valet service! Make sure to take some cash to tip the valets.

Polenta Benedict
Bre M.

Few things to consider here... This place is awesome for families, the service is phenomenal, and I love the quirky Austin vibe it holds onto that's merged with a French inspiration. The food is also good, but some items are hit or miss. For example, I got the polenta Benedict and it was average at best. My spouse got the biscuits and gravy and said they were good. The spinach and artichoke dip was also very good, and the chips that came with them were excellent and thick. I love that they provided a croissant per person as soon as we sat down. Much needed when you have a hangover! We will definitely be back. I love their pecan crusted chicken they have... And I'm hopeful that there are better brunch dishes for me.

Lana K.

Heard great things about this tenured spot. It appears to be a popular brunch spot. Cute interior. Lots of tables and a counter. Service was great and friendly. Overall, wasn't impressed by the food. The highlight was the complimentary croissant and the accompanying butter jam combo. Seriously the jam! I would go again for the live jazz music an Le the croissant! It is an ideal place to choose for brunch with a group!

Traditional French Toast Platter
Trenna H.

Had a lovely brunch at Chez Zee with my mom, and it definitely lived up to the hype! The restaurant has such a cute and lively atmosphere--perfect for a weekend brunch. We started with the complimentary croissants and butter, which were flaky, buttery, and a great little treat to start the meal. I got the French Toast Breakfast, and it was perfection: thick, fluffy slices accompanied by eggs, bacon and breakfast potatoes. My mom went with the All American Breakfast, a classic done right. Everything was fresh and delicious. Service was great too--friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Definitely a spot I'd come back to, especially for the croissants alone! Highly recommend.

Courtney C.

I think this is a really cute local diner. The interior is decorated so cute and the staff really went all the way with decorating our table for a birthday. The complimentary breakfast croissants here are soooo yummy with the strawberry butter!

Pecan Waffle Platter
Adriana P.

Best pecan waffle ever! The food arrived quickly, even during a busy Sunday brunch. I came with a small group of four and got there before it got crowded. They also offer complimentary valet parking, which saved me since I was running late after I finished the Cap10k. Not sure how it would be with a group of 20, but it was a great experience with a small group.

Classic Eggs Benedict w/Canadian Bacon, Side of Fruit & Cup of Tomato Basil Soup
Stephanie M.

Our party of 7 came in for a 1 PM birthday brunch reservation. Parking was pretty hectic. They offer free valet, but it was still backed up to the street with cars. Luckily while waiting some guests were leaving and we were able to snag a spot on our own. We were sat near the piano. The piano player was definitely a nice touch. Young man...played beautifuly, but kind of didn't look too happy to be there. Maybe he was having a bad day. Smile and be happier and hope his day got better They were running a drink special for $5 bloody Marys and $3 OJ mimosas. Only OJ. If you ordered another juice price would go up. We don't like lots of OJ in our champagne and the waitress was able to bring us the OJ on the side to pour ourselves. I love it when restaurants are able to do that. They bring you complimentary delicious and quite large croissants for the table with a yummy butter. Butter is mixed with something delish. We decided to split the Classic Eggs Benedict entree with one sausage pattie and one Canadian Bacon. Swapped out the side potatoes for fruit and added a side of bacon. I love when restaurants voluntarily serve your split meal on two plates without your request. The boyfriend requested the side of bacon and I the tomato basil soup. The soup was good, but not the texture I was anticipating. I enjoyed the crispy croutons, but the soup was more of a marinara dip than soup. Kinda of chunky consistency. I dipped the croissant in it. Our table ordered a bowl of Bacon and that was so delish with the maple syrup. Can never have too much bacon! To close out the birthday girl chose a chocolate and raspberry cheesecake. Both absolutely delicious.

Bacon, Sunny Side Up Eggs, Side Country Potatoes
Haley F.

I had an amazing experience at Chez Zee. The customer service was phenomenal. From the hostess, to our sweet server Ruth, to the manager who gave us a free appetizer because of a spill that occurred close to our table, everyone was amazing. Now on to the food ... Complementary croissants: great. Soft on the inside and flaky on the outside. It comes with strawberry butter (love the fresh strawberries in it) French Toast - comes with bacon, eggs, and potatoes. Lots of food for just $14. It was good. The bacon was cooked to perfection. My friend got the crab omelette - SO GOOD. If you like crab, I 10/10 would recommend. The atmospherics are also so unique and cute. It feels like a fun, eclectic home. In conclusion, GO TO CHEZ ZEE. The food is great and I could literally feel the love in the room.

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If you leave w/out their shrimp cocktail (or dessert) you will be sorry!! Every morsel here the best!

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Ask the Community - Chez Zee American Bistro

Is this place good for parties, like hosting a birthday party or a baby shower?

Yes. Big place with some big tables. So I'm sure they could make room for. Big party with some notice.… 

What time is their brunch till?

3 pm Saturday and Sunday

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Hui Lau Shan

4.3(157 reviews)
2.3 mi•Crestview
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If you love Mango and you haven't tried Hui Lau Shan- stop everything and go NOW!…read more My wife went to a location in Los Angeles and sent me pictures. It looked incredible! She was so happy, she joked about opening a franchise in Austin. She checked their website and saw Austin had a location. How had we missed it? My wife is NUTS about every and anything Mango. I'm happy to share that our first Austin experience was perfect!!

Extremely mango forward Hong Kong based dessert shop. It's essentially self-service after ordering…read moreas everything besides the egg waffle comes out in takeout containers, tables are self bussed, and rarely cleaned during the day as workers are busy at the counter. The biggest disappointment is seeing the menu pictures and desserts in the display cases in beautiful parfait glasses and then getting the order in a small to go container even if you're dining in. Note that the parking garage is free for 2 hours. The desserts themselves are usually quite good. Did not really care for the mango pancake and mango crisps (new menu item) though. The mango pancake is a mango layer about a half cm thick with about an inch of cream wrapped in a mango crepe. The crisps were an interesting powdery nougat with mango bits and a caramel like drizzle. When bit into, the nougat is cool and a bit creamy. The mango pudding was quite good with a very mango taste and a little bit of mango in the pudding itself. All the signature items (have pink crowns on the menu) are quite good from the multiple times I've come by.

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Churro Co

4.6(597 reviews)
6.3 mi•Bouldin Creek, So-Fi (S. 1st St. District), 78704 (South Austin)
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I was craving a sweet treat, so I stopped by his small churro stand and WOW, these honestly…read morecould've been the best churros I've ever had. My husband and I originally ordered 2 of the plain churros to share, but we ended up getting two extra orders of this after our first order because they were that good. I also tried a few drinks that my friends ordered from here and were also pleasantly surprised by them! This is a small food truck with only one person working in it, so be patient but the churros are definitely worth the wait. Service was friendly! There are several picnic benches where you can sit and enjoy your treat (be careful about all the bugs though, I got a bunch of bites from sitting here).

We stopped by Churro Co. after dinner to satisfy a sweet tooth and it really hit the spot. This…read morecute churro dessert truck is on S. 1st Street right next to Bouldin Creek Cafe, with outdoor seating only. The staff was friendly and happy to answer our questions, and our order was ready in just a couple minutes! I got the Matcha-Cha off the seasonal menu, which had a great balance of matcha flavor and lightly sweet strawberry ice cream. The roasted walnuts added a really nice break in texture, which I loved. My husband ordered the Campfire with added ice cream, which was rich and very chocolaty. The charred marshmallow on top was a great touch and made it extra indulgent. Overall, a great late night dessert stop with solid flavors and friendly service. Definitely worth checking out when you're craving something sweet!

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4.7(194 reviews)
4.6 mi

Not sure why people are giving this place five stars. Unless they're paying for reviews?…read more We arrived here, and the girl taking orders had zero knowledge of anything. Constantly had to refer to "calling her" dad to get information. Multiple things on the menu were not even available. Very "Mom and pop" and below average. Treated like it was a business someone's running out of their garage. Very unprofessional in 2026 in the city of Austin. Your menu doesn't even match what you really have? Customers can't rely on what they see online -- or even the in-store menu. That's disingenuous. We won't be back. Very disappointing.

My husband took me here as a surprise on an afternoon date. It's exactly what you'd expect from a…read morestrip mall store called Baklava House. The outside is a little boring, but the interior is dressed up a bit with a chandelier and bright shiny display cases full of baklava and other desserts. The employee offered us a free sample, which was a good start. I may be guilty of falling for the "Dubai Chocolate" trend, but I chose a few pieces of baklava that had chocolate pistachio flavor profiles. I also took a risk on a nest shaped pastry filled with lemon filling, and I think it was my favorite of them all! They have tables where you can eat your treats there, and wash your hands afterwards, which is important because there's almost no way to do it without getting sticky fingers. I ate two pieces there, and saved two more for the evening, which was a lot for one day, but it was sure a treat!

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Omg Squee - Coconut Pandan - 4/5

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4.4(438 reviews)
6.3 mi•East Austin
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One of our favorite post-pool summer treats! The kids especially enjoy the Violet Crown and Brown…read moreSugar Milk Tea soft serve, which they wish were a full time menu item. But perhaps best of all in their eyes--the icy cold patio self-serve water. "No one else gets their water so cold! " Will be back often and recommend to friends!

First time checking this place out last weekend. A couple things that immediately put us off had to…read moredo with sanitation. Their patio area was FILTHY: tables with dirt and crumbs, napkins on the floor, grime. It was just gross. Then, in the very small space inside where you order, somebody brought in a massive slobbering dog (NOT a service dog) and the staff were completely blasé about it. So not so much into health codes here apparently. We each ordered a taiyaki, and also got 3 macarons and 2 donuts. The ube macaron had great flavor but was completely stale, so it sucks that they are serving old food. The vanilla-passionfruit and yuzu were much better (and fresher). As for the chocolate donut, we liked the flavor but we're not the biggest fans of mochi because something the texture makes it feel like you're eating something raw. Same issue with the pumpkin donut. We do have to say that the taiyakis were awesome. We had recently tried SomiSomi and these ones were definitely better. The "fish" has a great balance of chew and crisp, and we loved the consistency of the soft serve. One of us got the pumpkin and it had such a pleasant light flavor to it that wasn't cloying or artificial. So good. One of us had to get ube and black sesame in a cup because you couldn't swirl them and both flavors were delicious, as was the unique red bean paste (which we fell for when we were in Japan this past summer). If not for the sanitary conditions and semi-catatonic workers, this would be four stars. We can see ourselves coming back again at some point, and hopefully they can train their staff to clean up, smile, and not let customers bring filthy animals into a confined space. Three stars for now.

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Gourdough's Food Trailer - Food truck

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4.4(3.9k reviews)
6.0 mi•Bouldin Creek, So-Fi (S. 1st St. District), 78704 (South Austin)
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If a walking talking donut existed, you likely would not find it at Gourdough's food trailer…read more However, they do have some mutant large and incredibly creative sweet and savory donuts. The hubs and I decided to split the Big Elvis donut with house made peanut butter icing, fresh grilled bananas, grilled bacon and honey). What is not to like about this combination of ingredients? This savory donut's base was Gourdough's (play on words) signature sourdough donut and then layered with each of the ingredients. The layering of ingredients and flavors created a 5-alarm palate explosion. The donut was delicious...better and better with each bite. Wow, wow, wow! Crunch...flavor...smokiness...crunch...flavor...smokiness! We have not had a donut quite like this one. Maria, our donut chef, boldly told us that it was going to be best donut we had ever eaten. Such a bold claim...however, Maria came with "receipts". Total donut nirvana... Gourdough's is in a food truck park with ample seating outside and a few of cushioned love seats. Superb experience...

Gourdough's is an Austin staple and one of the best dessert spots in atx. Consistent. Reliable…read more Packed with flavor and texture. Their donuts come in a regular and mini size. I prefer the mini but they're sold out a lot which shows you how spectacular this place is. My go to is the nutty valentine. The donut is always warm, fresh, and crispy. And the toppings of Nutella, cinnamon, and strawberries adds dimension & the perfect story. There is plenty of patio seating and lots of parking outside. There can be a line on the weekends and they tend to sell out so keep that in mind. The staff is friendly and service is quick!

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Sweet Memes - Austin - Smashed young coconut

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4.0(171 reviews)
7.7 mi•78704 (South Austin)
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You order at a kiosk with no real person making recommendations. I should've known this place would…read morebe more created for photo ops than good quality products. Even so, the ambience seems like the decorations were cute, but very cheap and damaged overtime with little to no repairs. But I didn't come here for aesthetics. I came here for great Boba tea and sweet treats. Unfortunately, I was disappointed. What looked like a traditional milk toast dessert, was literally four pieces of stale bread, toasted and stacked on top of each other. that tasted freezer burnt with lots of sauce on top. No topping between each layer so it was not flavorful or tasty and all you could taste was a weird chemical flavor from the bread. Same thing with the ice cream, so freezer burnt that it tasted of chemicals, cardboard, and didn't even melt despite sitting on the plate for 15+ minutes. The Taro tea itself was fine with the crème brûlée topping, but the brown sugar Boba had the same chemical "going bad" flavor to it. It was super hard and bitter tasting instead of sweet. The soufflé pancakes were fine, but the ice cream was terrible on that too. It's hard to mess up Ice Cream, but somehow they managed.

Mango sticky rice matcha: 8/10 Lychee tea drink: 9/10…read moreBanana matcha: 1/10 lol it was way too sweet and banana flavor overpowered. Overall this place has a good menu and is worth checking out

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Uncle Tetsu

Uncle Tetsu

4.4(132 reviews)
2.5 mi•Highland
•$$$

Uncle Tetsu specializes in Japanese-style cheesecake, a dessert I had never tried before…read more Therefore, my dessert palate was eager to try this intriguing treat. The cheesecake shop is located on N. Lamar in Crescent Plaza and focuses on takeout rather than dine-in service. I ordered their signature Japanese cheesecake, and it was delicious. Unlike traditional dense cheesecake, it was incredibly light, fluffy, and airy, with just the right amount of sweetness. The cheesecake featured a thin, creamy top layer that paired nicely with the soft, cloud-like texture underneath. Each bite melted in my mouth, making it unlike any cheesecake I have had before. It was both unique and completely satisfying. The shop itself is small and designed primarily for grab-and-go customers, with no seating area available. The store manager was friendly, welcoming, and happy to answer questions. Pro tip: Parking in Crest Plaza can be difficult during peak hours, so plan accordingly.

Uncle Tetsu is a chain with locations in Katy, Costa Mesa, and several other places. They started…read morein Japan in the mid-80s. It's just about a mile from where I work and I'll often walk over to grab treats for myself or my colleagues. In addition to Japanese and basque cheesecakes, they also have pretty good cookies. All of the cakes have the Uncle Tetsu character stamped in them...so adorbs. My favorite cakes are the Hokkaido Milk and Strawberry. They have a great flavor selection including seasonal flavors. I love these cheesecakes because they're like a cross between what you think a cheesecake should be and a soufflé. Fair prices. Fast and efficient service.

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