Great meal at Zydeco this past week. I had been wanting to visit Zydeco on a trip to Bend, and finally we made it. We were going to the War & Treaty concert at the close by Tower Theatre, and we made an early reservation at Zydeco. We were there on a Tuesday night and I had the Tuesday feature...the Fried Chicken Thighs. It was perfect. What also stood out were the Cheesy Grits served with the chicken. It was so good. My wife had the Risotto and added Tofu. They grilled it to perfection. We also enjoyed the oysters, bread, and salad with out meal. Key Lime Pie for dessert was the perfect ending to a great evening. Our server was also excellent as she was timely, efficient, and quite engaging. read more

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I can hear on a whim, and after seeing so many glowing reviews. WOW!! I am so glad I decided to eat here. There aren't many opportunities to get creole style food in the northwest. The barbecue shrimp was stupid good. Like... if the sauce was available, I would buy it by the jar. It was everything you want. Rich with deep flavors, the right amount of creole seasoning and creaminess. I was told by the bartender that I should definitely try it. I was torn because I wanted to try so many things. The cocktails are all fantastic. The wine list is great. The servers are all very knowledgeable and helpful. This is a great spot that's not pretentious but would be fantastic for a dimly lit date spot, or even a casual date with a friend. They have a full bar, a unique menu, and indoor/outdoor seating. If I am back in Bend, this will be my first stop. read more

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What a find in Downtown Bend... Ok, my coworker was here before and suggested we go, and I'm glad I heard him. It was kinda late as we were at an evening conference event, and after a short wait, we were seated! Crowded and late is usually a good sign. We ordered some great cocktails to start and a Cajun BBQ Shrimp Appetizer. The cocktails were great and unique, but the BBQ Shrimp was amazing. It's not like being in New Orleans, but it's pretty close! And you better believe that plate went back to the kitchen spotless!!! That BBQ sauce was bomb, which means good apparently. For some reason, we switched out waitresses halfway through, which made tipping awkward. However, each was funny and friendly in different ways. That's always a plus when you've been on the road for 10 days or so and are feeling the wear and tear on travel and bougie food. For Entree's, he ordered a salad which looked amazing, and I ordered the blackened redfish and swapped the sides for fries and carrots. The fries were absolutely amazing, as was the redfish. So good... I wish the carrots were mushier (more mushy?). That's a personal preference. Waitress #2 highly recommended the carrot cake and assured us she wouldn't pass judgment on two dudes sharing dessert. I'm glad she did as it was one of the lightest and best carrot cakes I've ever had. And the carrots WERE mushy here. Then she had the entire kitchen staff come out and laugh at us for sharing (ok, she didn't, but that would have been classic). I enjoyed my time in Bend and this place would be on my list for a repeat visit if I'm ever here again. Loved it! read more

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Discovered Zydeco Kitchen from a local that gave us the best dinner recommendation! We immediately switched our dinner reservation to this spot, and I'm so glad that we did. I wasn't expecting to find southern comfort food in Bend, OR, but Zydeco is truly exceptional! My partner and I arrived early and started with drinks at the bar. Hostesses were kind enough to seat us as soon as a table became available, which was well ahead of our reservation time. Our server was a little odd, but quirky isn't necessarily a bad thing. Just a little strange when they ask whether you're ready for the goodies. Our goodies included the bone marrow as an appetizer and for entrees, the jambalaya and redfish. My partner loved the bone marrow, but it was a little too much for me. I wasn't a fan of the texture, but the presentation was nice. The showstopper for me was the jambalaya. I've never had something so tasty that kept me coming back for more! It wasn't overwhelmingly spicy and it had a good mix of seafood and sausage. Highly recommend Zydeco if you're looking to dine out in downtown Bend! read more

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails - Bone Marrow - New American Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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For reasons unrelated to restaurant quality or reputation, we'd avoided Zydeco. Recently, however, along with a couple friends, we decided to give it a shot. Verdict: Zydeco is an outstanding restaurant in virtually every way. No negatives to report. The place is popular - arriving just before opening on a weekday, there was a line to get in. Reservations are definitely a good idea here. Our early arrival in line allowed us to choose a good table in the back, where it wouldn't be too hectic. That too was a good idea as the place gets loud with conversation when it fills up. Music wasn't loud, just the people. The menu isn't huge but there are quite a few, varied choices. Given the meal was a bit of a splurge for us, I essentially ignored the prices, which are not trivial by any means. Fine dining entails spending money. Zydeco has a ton of reviews and as the menu apparently doesn't change, I'll just say everything we ordered was great. Cocktails too. The Bramble Down is exquisite. Service was top tier as well. Timely, attentive, professional without being stiff. The capstone to our experience involved the bill. We actually had a gift card from 2017 - nine years ago. While it certainly didn't cover the whole bill, or even half, it was a nice way to defray costs. Unfortunately, when the server ran the gift card, it showed no balance. Not sure why but perhaps over the years, the card had been erased by stray EMF. Despite that and given we provided the card receipt, the restaurant honored the card for the full amount anyway. Well done. Highly recommended. read more

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Made a reservation and glad we did. It was busy and didn't have to wait to be seated. We got the BBQ shrimp as an appetizer and was so flavorful and cooked perfect. The sauce was great for dipping bread into as well. Most of us all got the grilled redfish and also tried a bit of the smoked pork chop. Everything was cooked nicely and loved the flavor of everything. The smokiness came thru on the pork chop and was my favorite. We also tried cocktails and were unique and well balanced. It was lovely inside and had a great server. This place came recommended and did not disappoint. read more

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We had such a great experience at Zydeco. We're visiting from Seattle and were really impressed. Our server was so kind and took the time to explain the featured items and some customer favorites on the menu. Everything we ordered was delicious. The BBQ shrimp had so much flavor, the oysters from WA were fresh and amazing, and the blueberry lemon drop and passion fruit jalapeño margarita were both so good and really refreshing. And the carrot cake at the end was rich, moist, and the perfect way to finish the meal. I honestly wish I had taken more photos because everything looked as good as it tasted. We left very happy and will definitely come back next time we're in town. read more

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails - New American Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Over the moon about this Southern-inspired restaurant! It's a cozy spot located in downtown Bend with a great atmosphere. Even without a reservation, they were able to accommodate us at their communal table in the bar area, which ended up being a great experience. The service was outstanding--our server was extremely knowledgeable and took the time to walk us through the menu, thoughtfully describing each specialty dish. Every item we ordered exceeded our expectations. The BBQ shrimp, roasted marrow bone, shrimp & crawfish jambalaya, and key lime pie were all exceptional. I would highly recommend any of them and can't wait to come back. read more

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails - Roasted marrow bone - New American Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Every time. Great steaks and fish. Shrimp is perfect. We come to bend Judy for this last year

We are visiting from Henderson, NV and chose to have our 32nd wedding anniversary dinner at Zydeco based on reviews. We were not disappointed and had a wonderful experience. Our server, Chelsey, was fabulous, very attentive and supportive of our guests food allergies - she discussed with chef what dishes our guest could eat and what changes the chef could make to accommodate her requests. She went above and beyond when making food and wine recommendations. The food was excellent and will return on our next Bend visit. read more

Zydeco's reviews are accurate - very, very good! One review called the BBQ Shrimp, "Stupid Good!" It made me laugh, but it was so true. All of our dishes were excellent, and the restaurant was appropriately packed, for the quality we experienced. We had excellent service which made our birthday evening complete. Well done! read more

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Love the beet salad and barbecue shrimp Been going here for years. Maybe fallen a bit read more

Came here for a bachelorette party dinner. Our waiter was great. Handled our party of 8 smoothly. Everyone enjoyed their food. I had a steak with carrots and scalloped potato side and it was cooked perfectly. Also enjoyed a classic lemon drop martini with Tito's. read more

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails - Broccolini - New American Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Food was delicious. I ordered the Cavatappi pasta. There was a lot of good flavor in it and the pasta was cooked al dente. Shrimp tasted fresh and the sausage wasn't too salty. Everything complimented each other. Service from Ana was great! We had a large party and she did a great job. Drinks and dessert were very meh in my snobbish opinion. They were ok. We drank and ate it but nothing stood out. All the drinks tasted overly sweet. We ordered chocolate cake and carrot cake and they were all mediocre at best. Atmosphere was ok. Sometimes I feel you can't win it all. It's definitely an upscale type of spot. But it was sooooo loud. It was difficult speaking with anyone who didn't sit directly next to or in front of you. All in all, food was great. Good experience. read more

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails - Cappavatti pasta. Has shrimp and sausage in it. - New American Near Me - Bend, Oregon

This is a MUST if you are in Bend Oregon Ambiance is upscale, the menu is absolutely amazing, value for quality and portions is aligned and the service is top notch. This combination is extremely hard to find. If there were more than 5 stars I'd give more! First of all - shout out to Dustin who was the BEST server we've ever experienced. It was our 1st time here (visiting from out of state) and he was extremely knowledgeable with the menu - explained the dishes and provided some highlights. He gave us recommendations (even to the tune of "which of these 2 whites would pair better with my entree") which were always spot on. We ordered cocktails needed a little more time with the menu and I loved his style of asking us to turn our menus upside down which would alert him to come back instead of coming back to check if we were ready (with such an amazing menu it was hard to decide) Cocktails: Bramble Down Bourbon Street - delicious and delicately prepared Starters 1) Smoked Trout Dip - if you like fish this was creamy, smoky and the pickled onions added that extra touch. Flavor explosion! 2) Village Baker Striata Bread & Olive Oil - freshly baked, hard to resist fresh bread and olive oil Entrees: All of these were absolutely delectable! 1) Short rib (on the special menu) was melt in your mouth 2) Blackened redfish - cooked to perfection, perfectly seasoned 3) Caroline Gold Middlins "Risotto" - this is not your traditional risotto, made from mushrooms and not arborio rice. I love mushrooms and would recommend this to anyone who enjoys mushrooms. The texture was like risotto but with such a lovely earthy flavor Dessert: 1) Zydeco Carrot Cake - this is a house favorite and didn't disappoint! Carrott cake is one of my favorite cakes and this was one of the best ever! Highly recommend 2) Cheesecake - also amazing. This review is actually from a visit in May that I'm getting to writing but we are visiting again and am eagerly awaiting my experience to try more things on the menu. Visit if you can :) read more

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The service was great as was the wine and food. I had the Filet Au Poivre. It was cooked perfectly! The charred broccolini was cooked to perfection. Slightly crunchy and flavorful with a charred flavor. The truffle au gratin potatoes were so creamy and flavorful. Highly recommend the BBQ shrimp appetizer and bread. The bread is perfect for dipping in the left over BBQ sauce!! read more

The waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable, even memorizing the drink menu and helping guide our orders. The baby back ribs were absolutely to die for, tender and full of flavor. I had them and was very satisfied. Drinks were great, and we appreciated the non-alcoholic mocktail options for part of our group. The fries were a bit salty and the steak was slightly overcooked, but that wasn't my plate. Overall, still a great experience. The ambience was great and made for a comfortable, enjoyable meal. read more

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5 -- WOW. Dinner at Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails last night and it absolutely delivered! We started with a beautiful bottle of Domaine Serene 2021 Pinot Noir... smooth, elegant, and the perfect pairing for everything that followed. I started with mussels and clams (seafood will always be my first pick) and scallops for my husband--both were incredible. For the main event, I had the blackened redfish (SO good) which is the best I have had outside of New Orleans and the steak lover went all in on the ribeye... and let's just say there were zero leftovers! Every bite was delicious, the atmosphere was perfect, and the best part? Our server Emily never missed a beat all night! If you're in Bend and looking for a fantastic night out--this is your spot. All the tables were full and it was a Monday night! read more

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Amazing Cocktails! Really great food! And Awesome Service!! So many choices for happy hour and fun-time adult beverages!! Zydeco does it really well every night, every time!! Enjoy!! read more

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails - Espresso Martinis - New American Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Hard to beat! Gre vibe, outstanding service, and food with a lot of flavor :: all this is what you're looking for, for sure. The BBQ shrimp starter has a total southern charm and requires the sourdough bread to sop up th sauce. The pork chop slayed, as well as the bone marrow short rib pie. Shazam! Pay attention to what you want or be ready for a wait staff effective at the subtle upsell ... hey, they've got a business to run! read more

Service was good. Food tasted really good. Kinda crazy busy and obviously popular. Looks like a fun meetup spot in Bend. ONE NEGATIVE was the bread served with two dishes I had. It was extremely hard and crusty as though it was stale and they tried tro revive it in the oven. I bake sourdough at home and it was not great flavor or texture. read more

We ate here on a recent trip from Eugene and we're excited to see a cajun style restaurant in Bend. The restaurant is nice inside and has a low key upscale feel. The menu isn't very large and I think we both settled on choices quickly, deciding to try the most "quintessential" entrees to share. I chose the Blackened Redfish, and my boyfriend the Jambalaya. Even though we had already decided, the waitress went on her whole spiel through the menu highlights, including what we had already had planned to order. Awkward, but it was fine, and we didn't stray from our original choices. The Blackened Redfish was perfectly cooked and flaky. It was served on a bed of mashed potatoes with a slightly tangy sauce. All of it was tasty, but I was a bit disappointed in the lack of spice to the blackening seasoning and the sauce. Also, serving it on grits instead of mashed potatoes would have made it feel 100% more Cajun, even with lack of seasoning. The Jambalaya fared a bit better, although my boyfriend was also left puzzled by the lack of spice to this classic dish. In all ways it was a very good representation of New Orleans style red jambalaya, with the andouille sausage being particularly notable for flavor. The cornbread it came with was pretty good. We shared a piece of chocolate cake for dessert. A very decadent concoction of chocolate, peanut butter, and caramel. It was one of the better $12 slices of cake I've had. Overall? The service was good, if not a bit awkward with the menu spiel. The food was all very well prepared, but for a Cajun style restaurant they sure could stand to spice things up a bit. It's not cheap, but at least the entrees are a full sized meal and you don't have to order many "tiny plates" to cobble together a dinner. read more

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails - Blackened Redfish and Jambalaya. - New American Near Me - Bend, Oregon

We've never had anything but an exceptional meal at Zydeco in nine years here. Staff is always extremely professional and kind. The food is consistently delicious and always fresh. And the ambience is just lovely. If you're looking for something of a romantic dinner in Bend, I would say this should be near the top of your list. In the summer, they have the fun rooftop bar, which is really cool too. Just make sure you get an umbrella. It can be hot! read more

I'm only giving this a four because I had to come back and beg to be accommodated for a table outside which they did in the end. They weren't up to capacity and while there, there was always available tables. Otherwise it was great! Get the trout dip!!! read more

Never have we had a bad experience with Zydeco. On point every single time. Makes it hard to want to go other places when you think about it. We love the shrimp and the amazing dessert and after dinner drink pairings. The dining room is cozy and not cramped, and the service is always top notch as well. read more

Food was delicious especially the shrimp appetizer. Be sure to order bread with this because you will want it to soak up the gravy on the shrimp. I also had a non alcoholic margarita (part of the nonalcoholic beverage menu). I would not order it again. It was a bit too tart/bitter for my taste. Service was very exceptional as well. read more

Not bad but I I felt a bit underwhelmed and felt the dishes were a tad bland. - BBQ Shrimp: pretty good, served in a sweet bbq sauce not much else to say. - Fried frog legs: this was on the specials menu, I mostly ordered out of curiosity since I hadn't tried frog before. It was interesting I'd say but don't think I need any more frog lol. The breading was nice thin but crispy with a light sauce coating. It was cooked well and on 1st bite honestly tastes like chicken. But the aftertaste was unpleasant to me- I can only describe as science class dissection/formaldehyde type flavor. - Jambalaya: just ok, mostly tomato flavor, lacking in spice and flavor. Cornbread it came with was pretty good tho. Ambience is classy/upscale and prices are on the higher side but still reasonable. read more

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This place is a gem! The food here is top notch and delicious. Flavors are on point. The drinks and cocktails here are delicious too. It's perfect for a date night. read more

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WOW‼ Our fourth visit, whenever we stop in Bend. Service is outstanding. ALL WINNERS: Beet Salad BBQ Shrimp - gotta get the bread Blacked Red Fish Carrot Cake Key Lime Pie Pass on the Fried Green Tomatoes. read more

Nothing on the menu isn't delicious ! Suggest the shrimp appetizer to start off and a delicious cocktail. And the service is always a a 10 ! We visit Bend twice a year and this is the first place we put in for reservation. Enjoy ! read more

This place never disappoints! It's easily one of our favorite date night spots, and we couldn't think of a better place to celebrate our 5-year anniversary. The food, atmosphere, and service are always amazing, and every visit feels special. We always leave happy and already looking forward to our next date night. Highly recommend! read more

This place was phenomenal! We came on the recommendation of a friend and we were blown away! Cocktails were good but the food is where it's at. We got the bread, bbq shrimp, pasta, and jambalaya. Next time we visit Bend, this is a must! read more

My favorite place in Bend. I have been several times and am never disappointed. Everything is good. Chicken, steak, salad, fish. The BBQ shrimp is my favorite. But seriously haven't had a bad thing here. Staff is helpful but not annoying. Perfect balance. read more

We visited Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails last night and it did not disappoint. We started with the highly recommended BBQ shrimp appetizer. Very delicious. I had the Jambalaya for dinner. Maybe the best that I have ever had. My wife had the ribs. She was told beforehand that the meat falls easily off the bones. Truth! We capped our dinner off with Bananas Foster for dessert. We will definitely be back. Highly recommended. read more

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails - Jambalaya for dinner. - New American Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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This restaurant is truly an amazing find--great food, incredible cocktails, and top-notch service every time. We've visited twice now, and it's officially become our go-to spot whenever we're in Bend. Can't wait to come back again! read more

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I never really understood why some restaurants only open for a few hours a day until I came to Zydeco Kitchen. Most of us are used to places that open for a lunch rush and don't close until the wee hours of the morning. By that time, you've gone through several shift changes and an exhausted line staff. That's not what you'll get here. The staff at Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails are on point. Everyone is smiling and moving. We dressed up thinking this place was gonna be hoity-toity but the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming for all. You can choose to sit inside or outside where they basically built a dining area over parking spots. We ordered the bread appetizer and a halibut and shrimp ceviche appetizer that was just delicious. The saltine crackers and garlic aioli spread that came with the ceviche were in point. The bread may seem like a simple dish but it paired perfectly with the oil they provided and the aioli from the ceviche. Our main course included the jambalaya and grilled red fish. Both dishes were delicious and full of flavor. Of course we had to top off dinner with the carrot cake. Yum! read more

We ate here for the first time tonight. We got seated outside right away and we had two small dogs with us. The staff was great and made sure we had everything we needed. The food was really good. I had shrimp and grits and hubby had ribeye. They brought several home made dog biscuits for the fur babies which was so nice. We are getting the carrot cake to go as it looks too good to pass up. If I lived over here I would def make this a regular spot. read more

This is a long overdue review. They change up their menu items weekly? My friends and I did family style and the waitress knew right away. I really enjoyed all the food we ordered. My friends said the pasta was a little under cooked but I thought it was a perfect al dente but to each their own. Our waitress was very nice sweet and personable. I would definitely come back when I visit Oregon again! read more

Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails - Everything was so delicious, I wish I took a picture of the menu. - New American Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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It's kind of all been said already. Great laid-back atmosphere. Sensational food. I maxed out on the nautical vibe and had mussels and clams as an appetizer then the bouillabaisse for my main course. Both were spectacular! We had a couple of cocktails each - stellar! Topped it all off with key lime pie and tres leches cake which were both tip-top. An exceptional meal overseen by a highly knowledgeable and friendly waiter. Impossible to find anything but great things to say about Zydeco. VERY highly recommend. read more

Have always loved this spot. The food is delicious and I love everything I've had here over the last 15 years. read more

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