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Patio - Chez Zee, Austin, TX

Chez Zee

4.7
4.7
4002 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Chez Zee combines a Parisian-style bakery with a casual American-style bistro and offers guests award winning dessert selections. We have an ever-expanding lunch, dinner, and brunch menu, a full bar, as well as a private banquet party room to celebrate special occasions.
YES! WE HAVE PATIO DINING AVAILABLE!
All desserts are made on-site in our award-winning bakery and all entrees are made to order with the best local ingredients around. We're saving a chair for you!
If you are unable to make a reservation online please contact the restaurant directly @ 512-454-2666 to see what alternate times and spaces we may have available.
Please NO outside food or beverages. We bake cakes from scratch. Talk to one of our knowledgeable staff members to reserve your favorite cake.. We have an extensive wine list for that special occasion. We offer a full bar with craft cocktails made by our expert mixologists.
To Help Prevent the spread of COVID-19, a face mask is recommended Thank You!!!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 70 times today
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Dessert

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Saturday Brunch Sat 9:00 am–3:00 pm Sunday Brunch Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 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: (855) 411-4186

  • Neighborhood

    Northwest

  • Cross street

    2222 and Mopac

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Public transit

    Capital Metro Bus #19 stops in front of the restaurant

  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,002 people are saying

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

NoiseModerate

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  • Austin

    Great for brunch

  • Austin

    American

  • Austin

    Great for brunch

  • Austin

    American

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  1. AdaugoO

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 29, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great brunch! Good drinks and food beautiful atmosphere
  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2020

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    Parking is awful unless you decided to valet. When we got inside we were sat in the back of the restaurant on a small rickety table. The rest of the restaurant seemed very nice and there were other tables open but somehow they decided to put us in the poorly lit section close to the windows and some paper partition. Our server changed frequently and wasn’t attentive at all. The food was just okay definitely not worth the price especially with lackadaisical service. Oh well, lesson learned
  3. LongtimeResident

    Austin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this local bistro. We have been coming here for years for lunches, dinners or late night desserts. It is consistently delicious. The waitstaff is professional, and ensures that the food is prepared to guests' requirements and satisfaction.
  4. DocL

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2020

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food is always outstanding at Chez Zee. The desserts are delicious and large. Plan to share one. Service is professional and reliable.
  5. LauraC

    Austin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been going to Chez Zee for many years. The service and food are always top notch! We have gone here many times over the years for many special occasions.
  6. LanceF

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and setting! Cannot believe, after living here 30+ years, that I've never been. As restaurants go more and more toward noisy settings with "New American" fare, I'm very happy Chez Zee is around.
  7. daktam

    Austin

    67 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Chez Zee is a neighborhood "gem," which we frequently visit.
  8. DiningDiva

    Austin

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2020

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Very busy...service was less than stellar...
  9. ValeskaD

    San Antonio

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Challah bread french toast is the reason we head there for brunch on Sundays.
  10. JudyS

    Austin

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2020

    overall2food4service4ambience1
    Chez Zee is just too loud . I was hoarse from raising my voice to be heard by my dining companion who was seated nest to me. My neck hurt from leaning closer to hear her.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2020

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    It was good food but a bit overpriced. The service was good before our food was delivered but afterwards we rarely saw our server.
  12. JPDR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great brunch spot in Austin. Excellent food and charming decor!
  13. LauraC

    Austin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was great, as usual!! We were there for a Birthday. When we got there they had placed a birthday sign on the table and gave us a complimentary desert. Nice touch.
  14. BaileyP

    San Antonio

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2020

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Took a long time to get a waiter and once we had one he was nice but had too many tables! Food was great just need to up the service a little.
  15. Earlandgirls

    San Antonio

    50 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2020

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    This was our second visit at the restaurant. We had a large group and it was a little chaotic. The food was good, but not as good as the previous visit.
  16. DenaL

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took some clients from out of town. The magician came to our table and did some magic tricks for the kids. Really added to the experience.
  17. RickyRoo

    Austin

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2020

    overall5food5service3ambience4
    OUTSTANDING, We have been dinning at Chee Zee since it was Chee Fred. Our Favorite place in Austin, Please Don't Let Progess ruin this like the rest of my Home Town.
  18. TimC

    San Antonio

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2020

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Varied eclectic menu. Well presented dishes. Great wait staff.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service & good!
  20. Boccie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dining at Chez Zee was a cozy, romantic yet neighborly experience that we will delightfully try again soon. The salmon was outstanding!
  21. ChristinaJ

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Chez Zee was a great place to eat! My first time eating there was when it was busy during Valentine's weekend. Even with the influx of people dinning to celebrate valentine's day the service was great and the food was brought out efficiently. It was a little loud but that might have been because of the timing. There was live piano music which was nice.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great from food to staff. We had a wonderful Valentines date.
  23. EmilyS

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    As always, everything I hope for! Great food, great environment, and wonderful people.
  24. DavidP

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    I had the Salmon Pesto Penne and Maida Cake. I'll start with the good: the service was good, the atmosphere was great, and the cake was delicious. The low point was the main course. If I'm paying $20+ for a plate of pasta, I expect a lot better. The salmon did not taste fresh, and the pasta was practically floating in sauce. I'm glad I tried it, and if I'm ever craving some nice dessert, I'd consider going back. I'll be eating dinner elsewhere, though.
  25. CBRN

    Austin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    The meal started off with the hostess rudely saying “Ok, follow me!” She then walked into the dining room and didn’t know if we were following or not. The food was great and our sever started off very attentive, but then kinda forgot about us. The overall service was still pretty good.
  26. HARRYM

    Austin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My dining experience was exceptional. The wait staff was very knowledgeable about the menu. I felt that the music was very appropriate. I had salmon and my wife the bacon wrapped tenderloin. Both entrees were cooked perfectly. I highly recommend the Austin iconic restaurant to everyone.
  27. Beth

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chez Zee was so beautifully decorated on Valentine's Day. It had a magical ambience. The food was amazing. I liked that they had some specials specifically for Valentine's Day, but we could also order off the menu. I appreciated this because many times I don't like the pre-fixe meals. They had an amazing blues singer that added to the experience without drowning out our conversation. It was a perfect evening. Thank you Chez Zee for making Valentine's Day so special!
  28. JohnB

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Valentine’s Day. Not totally as crowded as expected and the wait for a table was not too bad. Our waiter kind of forgot about us after initially bringing us some water. We know it was busy but..we are pretty patient, and it was still too long without seeing our waiter to order food. I had to ask another staff person to get our waiter. They were a more attentive (but understandably busy) afterwards. The restaurant made up for it. The dinners were wonderful and the desserts were fantastic. A nice jazz band in the background playing “As Time Goes By” really made it wonderful for us.
  29. HD24

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love dining at Chez Zee. It was a perfect fit for Valentine’s Day Dinner. They Offered Valentine’s specials but also their full regular menu so all of our favorites could still be enjoyed that night.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall2food1service3ambience2
    Very disappointing for a Valentine’s Day dinner. We were relegated to their overflow area, the atmosphere wasn’t the slightest bit romantic and the food failed to meet expectations. I would have sent my food back but didn’t want to spoil my date’s meal in the process. My steak lacked flavor and was spongy. An attempt to salvage the meal by ordering desert failed as well. It had obviously been cooled to a point just below freezing, causing it to be hard. No bueno and never again.
  31. Love2Travel

    Austin

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a good choice for any occasion. Great food - great service.
  32. BrianA

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambiance live music, great service, delicious food and desserts
  33. JustTroy

    Austin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Beef Tenderloin was fantastic! We also had the Pork Tenderloin and it had a good flavor, though we both preferred the beef.
  34. Leslie640

    Austin

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2020

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    We went to Chez Zee for Valentine’s Day. The food was good but the service was bad and erratic. Our waiter brought me the wrong appetizer. Only one entre came out to our table. We had to wait about 10 minutes for the second entre to arrive at our table. Management did give us a free dessert for the poor service. Our waiter was overextended, harried and he never smiled at us once. He practically threw the food on our table and hurried away from us as fast as he could. This restaurant needs to improve its service.
  35. TomA

    Austin

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent customer service and a wonderful experience.
  36. DanielS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2020

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    This place is always awesome. Great food!! Reasonably priced. Reservations is always great for planning. A wonderful place to celebrate with a group, or for an intimate date.
  37. Balconite

    Austin

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We each had a different entree which we ezch enjoyed. We had the cheese tray appetizer which was very good. Our waiter, George, took very good care of us and was very personable.
  38. MarciaC

    Austin

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice ambience and excellent service.
  39. JanB

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We love Brunch at Chez Zee. I absolutely love and crave the Eggs Sardou. We usually have brunch before the Jazz Society events held monthly at Chez Zee. Sometimes we even stay for dinner after the show. The food, service, ambience and overall dining experience at Chez Zee is wonderful and we highly recommend.
  40. KDsands

    Austin

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had 7 couples for brunch and everyone had a great time!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

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 4002 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 70 times today
Google Map for Chez Zee

5406 Balcones Dr., Austin, TX 78731

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    2222 and Mopac

  • Neighborhood

    Northwest

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Saturday Brunch Sat 9:00 am–3:00 pm Sunday Brunch Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Dessert

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Public transit

    Capital Metro Bus #19 stops in front of the restaurant

  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, 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: (855) 411-4186

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