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Zazou Restaurant Reviews List

Zazou Restaurant

The space is elegant, casual, yet refined. The design is modern, somewhat bold, yet inviting. A stunning new interior with warm rust colors, vibrant greens and modern accents to enliven the bustling dining-room and bar space.

Authentic and artful Provencale and Tuscan cuisine, complemented by a perfect balance of market fresh California stylings. Part of the menu offers classic dishes, the other rotates innovative, seasonal fare.

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78 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(78 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 78 reviews
5 stars
(27)
4 stars
(35)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(49)
  • fit for foodies(46)
  • special occasion(31)
  • notable wine list(19)
  • romantic(17)
  • great for lunch(14)
Zazou Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was almost too noisy. I couldn't hear the people I was with when they spoke. There were 2 tables of very loud talkers. Although they may have been loud to be able to make themselves heard. Not sure what happened. It didn't used to be this noise unforgiving. Maybe add some sound proofing? Food was good. Drinks excellent. Just too noisy to have a conversation. And I'm not noise sensitive."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 2 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very nice restaurant! Food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very nice restaurant! Food was great and the service was excellent!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 3 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We enjoyed a lovely dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We enjoyed a lovely dinner at Zazou - the food was delicious, and the menu offered a variety of familiar favorites with a twist, like my yummy parpadelle with wild boar and portabello mushrooms! It is bustling and is a small restaurant, but it wasn't too noisy, and the only downside was that our waiter could have been more helpful with questions about menu items and more on top of things as far as refilling beverages. That said, we have a wonderful dinner and will be visiting Zazou again."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Considered one of my top restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Considered one of my top restaurants for special occasions. Marcelo is our favorite server."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 5 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food superb. Service as well.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Food superb. Service as well. "Floating island" dessert was exceptionally light and lovely. My third time there, never disappointed but tho't this time that the price on the seared ahi was too high for the four squares of fish: $30?"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food and great service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great food and great service in a friendly atmosphere. We were in the first group seated for dinner. This was our first time at Zazou and the guests at other tables called out to greet each other, obviously either neighbors and/or regular customers at Zazou. In both cases, always a good sign."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The service could not have

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The service could not have been better, just attentive enough without being overbearing. The food was delicious, led by the burrata appetizer, which just melted in our mouths. The pumpkin ravioli and short ribs were equally fabulous. Nice, welcoming ambiance. We did not sit at the bar but could see that it was lively."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a party of 13 and came

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had a party of 13 and came on a Sunday at 1:15. The food was great and the service em was even better. We will go back again!"
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bread pudding rocks!!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Dinner was good - but wow the bread pudding is out of this world! Next time I am skipping straight to dessert!"
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a wonderful meal and the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a wonderful meal and the server was very excellent."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 11 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes were delicious. Beet terrine was great too."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2011
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Review 12 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food was good,even if I was

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was good,even if I was not very impressed by the flavor of my roasted duck(pretty much blend)but my risotto was good. The filet mignon of my wife was a perfect medium rare and warm,my infuse pineapple cocktail was very good and so was our sushi appetizer,our waiter was polite but was not able to read us or to connect with us :no real suggestion like matching our wines with the menu beside reading us the special from her note-book...At the end our bill was $140 for 2 and that was fair enough for the night. Nothing really special but nothing really bad too..The bread that was served has been removed from the freezer before and re-heated;I was surprised by that: you can tell the old "standart" of "Cafe Pierre"-"Guy" are gone."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 13 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

disappointed, service and

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"disappointed, service and food have gone down hill since last there. Made Reservations, but had long wait to be seated. Maitre d unorganized and appeared to let walk-ins have as much priority as people with reservations. Had to speak to him twice before being seated.
Will not return"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
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Review 14 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Tasty lunch in the village

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We came for Saturday brunch and though the menu is a bit more limited, it is so varied that everyone was happy and satisfied with the choices. The moules frittes were perfectly cooked in a white wine sauce that had been reduced to a wonderfully seaso Ed dipping broth. Warm bread starts the meal. We had a great French Chablis. The others ordered a spicy polenta dish topped with filet mignon and poached eggs, and a penne dish with a spicy tomato sauce and chicken. The service is always friendly and attentive and it's frequented by locals who know good food and wine."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The reservation was at 8pm.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The reservation was at 8pm. We arrived at 7:50pm. We didn't get seat it til 8:30pm. I understand it was a busy night. We didn't start eating til 9:15-9:30. The food was ok. There signature "rib" dish: the meat was dry."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
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Review 16 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Dinner experience

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Dinner experience was pleasant."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Zazou was a disappointment.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Zazou was a disappointment. They seated us on the 2nd floor and it was very cold. Multiple people asked to be reseated and my wife was forced to wear a heavy jacket throughout dinner. The salad cost %15 and it was mainly lettuce, with a few tomatos. At $6 it would have been overpriced. The entrees weren't very tasty and the portions were small. The salmon was mediocre at best. The only positive was our server, he was great. Oh yeah, the bread with dinner was very good. I wouldn't go back to Zazou."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2007
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Review 18 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my favorite neighborhood

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of my favorite neighborhood restaurants."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 19 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food, service and atmosphere!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Zazou is a new favorite whenever we have out of town guests. The food is always fantastic! I had the scallops during this visit and they were sensational. The martinis are also amazing!"
Dined on 02/07/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

easy to get a last minute

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"easy to get a last minute reservation on a Saturday night."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 21 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

thanks other yelpers!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very enjoyable dinner. service service was great ,would come again any time!"
Dined on 02/07/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Nothing outstanding. Pasta

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Nothing outstanding. Pasta was bland. Portions were generous. Prices were rather high."
Dined on 02/05/2013
 2011
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Review 23 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Zazou is a gem. Consistent,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Zazou is a gem. Consistent, wonderful food! Everything we ordered was great; appetizers, main dishes and desert were all outstanding."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 24 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Well-sized menu with Italian

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Well-sized menu with Italian and French influences. A good selection of seafood options. We went on a busy night, which may have influenced the service. Waiter was helpful and polite, but did seem to be running behind. Entrees arrived together and everyone was very pleased."
Dined on 01/31/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 25 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A lovely Saturday

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Saturday brunch menu gave lots of options. Food was flavorful and service was friendly and prompt. The desserts were overly tempting so we had to try two different ones just to explore. They were excellent - I'm a fan of the floating island."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 26 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Enjoyed a wonderful dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Zazou last night. Standouts were the baked goat cheese salad, roasted duck, and bread pudding. Portion sizes were generous and service was attentive."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We enjoyed the atmosphere

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We enjoyed the atmosphere with background music not too loud which added to the ambiance. We both had fish entrees which were excellent. We were told the salads were small so we each ordered one, and wish we had shared one salad. We like restaurants were we can actually speak to one another, so this one was great. We did have an early meal, about 6 o'clock. The restaurant is very comfortable and attractive in a low key, sophisticated way."
Dined on 01/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everyone enjoyed their dinners.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everyone enjoyed their dinners. As a group of 8 "foodies," we shared some bites. The standout was the Braised Lamb Shank (although the Moroccan Spiced Barbecued Salmon was right there also!) Nice decor, great staff. Only caveat, we booked with Zazou seeing it on OpenTable as a $$ restaurant (because it was a corporate payed event.) Zazou is a $$$ or $$$$ establishment. I might add, it is up to par with any other $$$$ dining event."
Dined on 01/17/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 29 for Zazou Restaurant
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My office was glad that this

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My office was glad that this resaurant was open for lunch to celebrate our boss birthday. Everyone enjoyed the food and ice tea.Thanks!"
Dined on 01/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Zazou Restaurant
Based on the average of (49) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic