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Zin American Bistro
Zin American Bistro is an attempt to modernize and Americanize the traditional French Bistro concept. With Zin recently receiving 3 ½ stars and a review of “quite possibly the best food for the money in the Coachella Valley” from author Peter Osbaldeston’s Palm Springs Dining Bible, Chef Nicolas Klontz and wine director Mindy Reed have indeed raised the bar of casual fine dining in Palm Springs. Zin has over 200 wines on their list and has won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 5 years. With choices from the Kobe Style Beef Burger ($16) and Mussels & Frites($18) to the Rabbit ($25) or a Prime Hanger Steak ($26) there is something for everyone. Be sure to save room for some house made desserts and a glass of port for a perfect finish. Attentive, friendly yet unobtrusive service with Wine Director Reed available to guide you thru her carefully selected wine list and Chef Klontz greeting diners personally between courses make dining at Zin a night to remember.
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121 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 121 reviews
5 stars
(37)
4 stars
(55)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(12)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for outdoor dining(79)
- fit for foodies(54)
- neighborhood gem(49)
- notable wine list(33)
- good for groups(29)
- special occasion(27)
Zin American Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the best. The staff is stellar"
Dined on 3/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A perfect evening...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dinner was amazing! We had a great table on the patio. Nicole the hostess was, as always, exceptionally warm and inviting. Our server Susan was delightful and quite attentive. We were happy that the food was exceptional as the last meal was not quite up to their usual standards. The new kitchen team seems to have hit its stride. Our party ordered the Hanger steak, schnitzel, and Zin Burger and everybody was really pleased with the food. Service was prompt but not rushed, and we had a wonderful bottle of wine to accompany our meal. Can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
good restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"me and my partner like going here twice a month"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 4 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our server needs more experience. Just did not have the polish that the restaurant itself displays."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good deal in Palm Springs
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good wine list. Food was very good and nicely presented - perhaps a bit too much sauce on the short ribs. Service was excellent. The only glitch was someone had forgotten to change the soup of the day on the chalkboard at the front."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Cruddy Service
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Saturday night on a holiday weekend is not the place to train staff). The server took our order, but the trainer returned 20 minutes later stating that the trainee never put the order in and apparently took a break. By this trainee not putting our order in put us in this restaurant for over two hours total. We had to wait for an additional 40 minutes to finally receive our dinner. The part that upsets me is that the manager or the wait staff never came over to say anything or offer anything in return. A simple (i'm sorry this happened) would have been fine, but it seems that the manager or owner is out of touch with there restaurant."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They need to update their web site. I was disapointed that they no longer serve Ahi Tuna. Difficult choices when one is trying to watch what they eat. Overall the food was very good, though (just not figure friendly) and service was attentive."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 8 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not much to say. High end
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not much to say. High end pricing, un-inspired food. You are better off at a chain restaurant at half the price."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2004
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Review 9 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Zin American Bistro can be
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Zin American Bistro can be a busy spot during Palm Spring's high season and like many seasonal restaurants it can effect service. During off season it's much more laid back and enjoyable. A good table outside on the rail offers a great people watching spot which is a big part of PS dining. The food is good to excellent. Our service was outstanding. Our waiter continued to check with us even after he was moved to work behind the bar. There is not doubt we will return."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 10 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Wouldn't go again
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was ordinary, some of it blazing hot, some of it cold. Server took forever to take drink orders and then wanted our orders. We had to ask if there were any specials. Server and busboy had such an attitude, it was unpleasant for us all. They couldn't have been more disconnected and bunched together with the hostess, obviously unhappy with things. Place was so noisy you couldn't talk because the bartender was busy playing with people at the bar making lots of noise.
A friend insisted that we go there- claimed it was just great- but said that the place had really gone downhill. It was pretty evident that others have the same opinion because there were quite a few empty tables on a Saturday night during a big weekend in Palm Springs."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 11 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Never Disappoints
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Zin is one of those restaurants you go back to each and every year because you are never disappointed and this year was no exception! Was surprised to see so many changes -- much more outdoor dining and a new bar since last year's visit. The food is always consistent and if you go, don't pass up their fried chicken and creamed spinach -- a signature dish and it's fantastic! It's also very reasonably priced for a very nice dining experience in Palm Springs."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 12 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mediocre at best.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not fit for people that come to visit Palm Springs from metropolitan cities with a real food scene (i.e. New York, Toronto, etc.).
Food was mediocre at best and highly overpriced."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2012
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Review 13 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food in a great location.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food in a great location. Fun to sit on the patio, watch the people go by,, enjoy a tasty cocktail and an excellent meal."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 14 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We have eaten at Zin every
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have eaten at Zin every time we come to PS. This visit was a real disappointment. The service was less than adequate, the portions of salmon were the size of a hot dog and the chichen schnitzel had no taste along with the banana dessert. No one came to offer us pepper on our salad, nor could we get our server's attention long enough to ask for and salt or pepper for the table. Since we are staying at a resort, it was not an experience we will recommend again. In fact, not sure what happened to your menu? Not the Zin we knew before...shame."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
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Review 15 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We have been in the Desert
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been in the Desert area for 2 weeks (eating out every night) and this was our first disappointing dining experience. Poor service, mediocre food and the menu choices did not match to what was on their web page."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 16 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of our go to local spots
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have been to Zin dozens of times with just ourselves or up to 12 people. It can't get any better. It's our go to spot before playing a show (we are musicians). Quick service when you need it. Also can be a nice place to spend a few hours with friends."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lively and great location
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoy coming here..lively corner and walking distance to our place. Interesting entres and not overpriced. Slightly crowded seating; our friends chairs was nearly resting on the chairs of the table behind them. Definitely need more space between tables. We will be back."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
the food was just fair. One
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the food was just fair. One of four entrée's was very good, the other three were fair to poor. Mac & Cheese poor, Buttermilk Chicken had to much dark meat and the Stew dish was just OK. The wine list had no reasonable priced bottles based on the prices of the entree's. I would not return there."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 19 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
just a short walk to the Follies
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Was there for dinner before THE FOllIES. I hear the place is really busy later on each evening, but for us, we received a very nice welcome and a place of our choice. We enjoyed the filet of sole... perfectly prepared, and a dish of mussels, which per our choice, we tried it in a lemon grass sauce. YUM. Started off with a Pomegranite martini, made with FRESH fruit. A bit sweet, but delicious! Id go back. Then, walked right over to the follies without having to find more parking. Another plus!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good bistro food; amazing
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good bistro food; amazing fries."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2004
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Review 21 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was great! I had the veal meatballs. they are a must try"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 22 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great night out in Palm Springs
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We wanted a special dining experience to share with our visiting grown children. We had a mix of menu needs. At Zin we were semi outside dining without being concerned by passing people. Each of us had a delightful and pleasing choice including the prix fixe selection. Our waitperson was a delight, took good care of us and made us laugh. The food was well presented and the whole meal from hors dovers, wine, desert left us all feeling we made the best choice for our evening."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent value on the Sunday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent value on the Sunday brunch, with reasonably priced dishes and unlimited champagne or mimosas for modest single charge. Since renovation about a year and a half ago, the restaurant has a good-sized sheltered outdoor area that's most pleasant in the right seasons."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2003
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining
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Review 24 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the areas finest! The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of the areas finest! The chef knows about finesse and subtlety; and the wine list is excellent. Service is flawless and friendly.
So, apart from the intrusive music in the background and bad acoustics, we enjoyed three of the best hours of our entire week in the desert."
So, apart from the intrusive music in the background and bad acoustics, we enjoyed three of the best hours of our entire week in the desert."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 25 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
very enjoyable -- but tables
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"very enjoyable -- but tables a bit too crowded -- we were 6 and there was a small table with two people within half an arms reach but that could be just because it was so busy on the Thursday night downtown P S -- we had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the food and the service was really first rate even though she was really busy
thanks for the good experience"
thanks for the good experience"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, late-night find
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Review 26 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed the evening. The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed the evening. The food was very good and I will return again."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 27 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nicole, the hostess, is AMAZING.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nicole, the hostess, is AMAZING. So sweet, attentive and charming. She is major asset to have at the front of the restaurant!!!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I recently had a great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I recently had a great experience at Zin. I feel like it is a hidden gem of downtown PS.
Our waiter was very knowledgeable and steered us to the best choices on the menu. We both had great salads (burrata & goat cheese w/ greens). I had a fantastic filet of beef and my partner had a rich rabbit dish. We both had a 1/2 bottle of wine (white & red). After desert we were very content. The bill was also remarkably a great value.
There was a big table next to us that was overly loud but they left soon after arriving so we had a peaceful dinner. Thanks Zin."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 29 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We thoroughly enjoyed our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner on Valentines Day.
The lobster entree was excellent! It was fresh not frozen!
We have had the pleasure of dining here for lunch, brunch, and dinner and have never been disappointed."
The lobster entree was excellent! It was fresh not frozen!
We have had the pleasure of dining here for lunch, brunch, and dinner and have never been disappointed."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
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Review 30 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Brunch and cocktails were
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Brunch and cocktails were very good!
Service was excellent!
Highly recommended!"
Service was excellent!
Highly recommended!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
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Review 31 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
What a huge disapointment!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a huge disapointment! We had been to "Zin American" last year and liked it so much we thought it a good place for our friends visiting Palm Springs from out of town who wanted American cuisine. We turned up on time to a half-full restaurant but for 10 minutes, there weren't any menus for us. Why not? It then took 20 minutes to order a bottle of wine. The salmon dish was quite good but the chicken was almost uneatable. Service was generally poor. We will never return."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2011
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Review 32 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was variable, some entrees
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was variable, some entrees good and some were not. Restaurant in good location. Menu was good but quality was 3/5.
Service was a bit slow."
Service was a bit slow."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Convenient and easy with good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Convenient and easy with good choices and very good preparation. Fairly priced and the food was delicious and dependable."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 34 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
After coming to Palm Springs
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After coming to Palm Springs for a number of years, Zin American Bistro remains my favorite restaurant. The entrees are creative and beautifully prepared and the wine list is amazing."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our food was delicious and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our food was delicious and we had a great time here!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 36 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A delightful evening...highly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"A delightful evening...highly recommend the food and the experience for a relaxing evening out."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 37 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food, service, ambiance, everything
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food, service, ambiance, everything were alright, but not outstanding."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2002
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find
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Review 38 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
zin in palm springs
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very limited menu and ran out some selections. Fried oyster appetizer was over-breaded appetizer and salad extremely bland...We moved onto another restaurant for our main course"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 39 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This falls in the category
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This falls in the category of mediocre at best. That seems to be the hallmark of Palm Springs dining. We will not be returning to Zin."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2011
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Review 40 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
This was our third experience
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our third experience at Zin. We were as equally disappointed this time as the first two. The food lacked seasoning in general. At the menu's price point, one would have expected more. We will not be dining there again or recommend it to our friends."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
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Review 41 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food, professional
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food, professional and friendly staff, great setting. The vegetables, particularly beans, asparagus, etc., are always undercooked. Al dente means slightly firm to the tooth, not crunchy I have eaten here many times since they open and rarely are the vegetables edible."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 42 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not memorable.......so-so
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not memorable.......so-so experience. The restaurant has opted for more tables and less room for comfort. My party of 5 were squeezed around a table crowded by the patrons surrounding us. Very uncomfortable."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
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Review 43 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food and service are always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food and service are always good. Especially loved that there was a prix fixed menu and regular one for Valentine's Day. We're tired of all of the restaurants that raise the prices for holidays. Have told all of my friends about your two menues for the holidays."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 44 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very disappointing. Will never
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very disappointing. Will never return. Great service."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2008
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Review 45 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beatrice was our waitress
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beatrice was our waitress and she was superb, as was the food. Yum. Coming back!"
Dined on 02/11/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 46 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We were so disappointed.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were so disappointed. We had heard that Zin had gone downhill after new ownership, but
we didn't expect it would be so bad. Everything was bland, particularly the Tofu Crochettes, which were
a mushy mess, served over mushy brown rice. I'm sorry, but Zin needs a new chef."
we didn't expect it would be so bad. Everything was bland, particularly the Tofu Crochettes, which were
a mushy mess, served over mushy brown rice. I'm sorry, but Zin needs a new chef."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2007
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Review 47 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service friendly but a little
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service friendly but a little slow - belgian beef stew ALWAYS wonderful but a little disappointed with the fish special - not as tasty as it sounded when described by our server - and rather expensive.
We were seated on the patio and it was a lovely vibrant experience.
Overall a lovely evening and we would recommend to friends."
We were seated on the patio and it was a lovely vibrant experience.
Overall a lovely evening and we would recommend to friends."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 48 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You need some nice off dry Rose´
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Having visited Zin as a tourist three times now for lunch and dinner and each time feeling complete satisfaction on every visit. I feel totally comfortable saying that this is one of the better high class restaurants in Palm Springs.
Each visit we used their $29. 3-course Prie fixe meal deal from the Palm Springs visitors site and always found the food to be superb, the service very professional, and the ambiance exquisite.
The owner runs a tight ship and this attention to detail is always evident.
You wont go wrong dinning at Zin!"
Each visit we used their $29. 3-course Prie fixe meal deal from the Palm Springs visitors site and always found the food to be superb, the service very professional, and the ambiance exquisite.
The owner runs a tight ship and this attention to detail is always evident.
You wont go wrong dinning at Zin!"
Dined on 01/21/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 49 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Some food fit for foodies
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Some food fit for foodies not overall but some dishes better than other. A good restaurant with good service."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 50 for Zin American Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
After having a disappointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After having a disappointing experience at Zin's when it opened years ago, I haven't been back until last night. Many friends rave about the food so we decided to give it a try with out of town guests. Nothing was horrible, mind you, but nothing was great, either. Two of our party had the chicken schnitzel which was thicker than it should have been, others had the rabbit, fried chicken and hamburger - all "just okay" and everyone commented on how salty everything was.
Our waitress was fabulous, the service was great but for the price, I would expect much better on the food."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2008
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