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Chez Zee

4.8 (4736)
$31 to $50
American
5406 Balcones Dr., Austin, TX 78731

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Chez Zee

4.8
$31 to $50
American
Northwest

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

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

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Dessert
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    In house or off site private functions for parties of up to 150. Please email events@chezzee.com for event inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Chez Zee has a complete private dining room with a private patio, sound system, beautiful decor and exquisite American cuisine and service. Chez Zee will gladly accommodate seated parties of up to 100 or cocktail style events up to 150 in The Gallery.
  • Private party contact
    Andrea Pawlik: (512) 454-2666
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Northwest
  • Cross Street
    2222 and Mopac
  • Parking Details
    Private Lot
  • Public transport
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

  • Special Occassion Celebration

    1 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    Celebrate life’s special moments at Chez Zee American Bistro with our Special Occasion Celebration experience. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary, graduation, engagement, retirement, reunion, promotion, family visiting from out of town, or simply gathering with people you love, we’ll help make the occasion feel extra memorable. This experience includes: Table decor appropriate for your occasion A personalized welcome sign for the guest(s) of honor A complimentary celebration cake slice for the guest of honor /table to share When booking, please let us know: What you’re celebrating The name(s) of the guest(s) of honor Any special details you'd like us to know We’re saving a chair for your celebration. ✨
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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Chez Zee.

4.8

4.8
(4736)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Austin

    American

  • Austin

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chez Zee delights with "delicious food" and "excellent service." The extensive menu features standout dishes like tequila lime chicken and jalapeño cornbread stuffed chicken. With a vibrant atmosphere and "perfect ambiance," it's ideal for celebrations. Desserts, especially the Lemon Rosemary Cake, are "out of this world." A local gem!
4,736 Reviews
  1. gay Gold

    Austin10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brunch is always wonderful at Chez Zee, and always very busy. Despite the busyness, the service was very attentive, the food was excellent, and we were able to hear each other at a table for six.

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  2. Fernanda

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took both my son and his wife for brunch at Chez Zee for their birthdays as their birthdays are 5 days apart. They both thoroughly enjoyed the birthday decorations set up for them at the table. Our wait person was very accommodating, friendly and nice. Both my son and I had an omelette with a side of potatoes which was delicious and my daughter-in-law had quiche with a side of fruit which she thoroughly enjoyed. Our food was outstanding and delicious. No doubt, we will return again to this restaurant.

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  3. Rita

    Austin28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s not in our top 3 — probably more like 5 or 6 on our list — we’ll be back sometime . . .

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  4. Debra

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious. I had tequila lime chicken and husband had jalapeño cornbread stuffed chicken Both were yummy!

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  5. Pam Gold

    New York City24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Chez Zee. We three Virgos had a perfect birthday celebration thanks to the wonderful staff and decorations! So much fun! Thank you so much!

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  6. Mary Jane Gold

    Austin6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just a delightful place. Excellent happy hour, great wine list, yummy appetizers and food. The charcuterie was just right (extra crisps brought upon request). For meals, we had the chicken friend steak and Tuna - tuna poke was perfect and no complaints on the chicken fried steak. And of course cake for dessert - who can complain? The ambiance is just perfect. And they take great care of birthday folks (yea Me!) Service was great - we did not feel rushed yet were not left wondering where they were.The ambiance is just perfect. The restuarant was not noisy! We were able to have a pleasant conversation.

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  7. Elizabeth Gold

    San Antonio4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was lovely! We had Sam as our waitress and she was fantastic!! Great experience - as always!!

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  8. Valerie

    Austin14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A very positive experience. Our server was attentive, very helpful. My husband, who gets around primarily on a walker when we go out, was having troubles making his way through the dining room on the way out. The gal at the front desk was very nice. She kept the back door opened for him, as our car was parked in a disabled spot, and she waited until we got through and out the door. The staff has always been amiable and respectful towards us.

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  9. Jo Anna Gold

    Austin25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great dining experience at Chez Zee! A favorite for our family.

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  10. Tim Gold

    Austin83 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a delightful experience on the patio on a warm fall day. Food was fresh well presented. Good service throughout.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Dessert
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    In house or off site private functions for parties of up to 150. Please email events@chezzee.com for event inquiries.
  • Private party facilities
    Chez Zee has a complete private dining room with a private patio, sound system, beautiful decor and exquisite American cuisine and service. Chez Zee will gladly accommodate seated parties of up to 100 or cocktail style events up to 150 in The Gallery.
  • Private party contact
    Andrea Pawlik: (512) 454-2666
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Northwest
  • Cross Street
    2222 and Mopac
  • Parking Details
    Private Lot
  • Public transport
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

FAQs

Many guests describe portions as generous, several reviews note entrees were very filling and parties often took home leftovers.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, neat clothing is appropriate for Chez Zee’s range of occasions, from date nights and business lunches to lively brunches and happy hours.

Weekends for brunch are the sweet spot, Chez Zee’s weekend brunch (Sat–Sun, 9:00 am–3:00 pm) is frequently praised by guests as a must-do experience.

Chez Zee's posted hours: Brunch, Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm; Lunch, Tue–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm; Dinner, Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm, Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm. Happy Hour runs Tue–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm.

For the full Chez Zee experience, weekend brunch on Saturday or Sunday is the local favorite, brunch runs Sat–Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm and is frequently praised by guests.

Chez Zee has multiple indoor dining rooms and a bar (with a baby-grand piano area), a charming outdoor patio, plus a private banquet/party room for special occasions.

Yes, Chez Zee offers a private banquet party room for special occasions, and the restaurant’s Gallery/event space can be partitioned for private events.

Yes, Chez Zee is regularly chosen for anniversaries and special evenings, with the description and multiple guest visits praising anniversary and Valentine's Day dinners.

Yes, Chez Zee has a charming outdoor patio with comfortable seating and photo opportunities, and guests have enjoyed dining there (heaters have been lit on cool evenings).

Yes, guests can add special requests when booking; staff have called the day before to confirm reservations and acknowledge noted requests.

Chez Zee feels like a warm, nostalgic American bistro, eclectic rooms, a baby-grand piano or live music at times, a whimsical patio, and an irresistible dessert case make it welcoming for many occasions.

Yes, Chez Zee is family-friendly: guests regularly bring children, note kid-specific dishes (like a kids' pancake), and praise staff who are patient and accommodating for family gatherings.

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Chez Zee

4.8
$31 to $50
American
Northwest

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
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