Z Cuisine
In Business Since 2005
(303) 477-1111
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Reservations: Takes Reservations.
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Unbelievable...
Posted bynels2000on 9/12/2009
We arrived last night at 6:30 pm and were told it would be a hour wait. We were taken to A Cote (next to) and ordered wine. At 8:00 pm we were told it would be another 15 minutes. We ordered an appetizer. At 9:00 pm we were told we were next, after two more tables left. Z Cuisine holds perhaps 12 tables. At 9:00 pm (When we finally left and went to a wonderful late night meal at Highlands Gardens) five items were crossed off of the chalkboard menu, supposedly only three parties were seated ahead of us and at least fifty people had crowded into A Cote. We were obviously forgotten, or displaced, while waiting and Z Cuisine offered no comps for our discomfort. Lastly, the dishonesty and worthless apologies of the slick wait staff was indeed sickening. I read this week that Z Cuisine closed down an additional day during the week because of their recent popularity. I suggest they close down completely and re-evaluate their mission statement and customer service policies. Unbelievable.
Wonderfully Authentic, but Expensive
Posted byden123on 5/7/2008
I agree that this place is one of the top 5 restaurants in Denver, if not the best French in town. But I haven't been to French 250 yet - will write a review when we get there. My husband and I have been to Z Cuisine 4 times in the last year, and would go more often if it wasn't so expensive. But every time we go, we want to throw financial caution to the wind b/c the food is so good. The menu is very limited, but the dishes coming out of the kitchen are authentic - the best charcuterie plate I've had, just as good as France. The cassoulet is sublime as well, done correctly. We always arrive just as it opens, so we don't have to wait - good thing, b/c it's always crowded by 6p. We've learned to ask for what items they are running low on at the beginning of the meal - we would've missed the amazing chocolate croissant bread pudding if we hadn't! The only thing that irritates us is the fact that there are some dishes in size and creation that would usually be considered appetizers (cheese plate, salads), but the "app" prices cost the same as full entrees! That's why we don't do full 3-course meals here. We usually do a bottle of wine, two "apps", one entree, one dessert & coffee, and it still usually costs around $150 incl tip. Still, it's worth it!!
Food good, but VERY LIMITED & EXPENSIVE
Posted bybgishwilleron 4/15/2008
went there with a group of 4. Had to wait over an hour at the wine bar next door at 8pm! We spent $60 for 2 beers 2 glasses of wine and a fondu appetizer. Then for dinner we sat down and they were out of 3 of the 6 main courses. portions were small and service was ok. After a meal of one appetizer for the table, entrees and 2 "double portion" salads and 2 desserts we have a bill of $150 before tip. Very expensive.
Great food, but small plates add up
Posted bybluesongbyrdon 1/11/2008
My husband and I went there last night based on great reviews. The food really is delicious, just like others say, and it is patterned after French cafe's in Paris. What we didn't expect was that we would pay $70 (w/tip) for a simple local cheese plate (six - yes six - small bites!) and a small bowl of stew with a tiny side salad with two drinks. Though they promised to bring more bread if we should ask, the two tiny pieces served with each course was ... barely enough to whet our appetites. The two $$ is a bit misleading - if you have a light appetite, it's all good. But we found ourselves hungry for a better value.
Oh baby! Oh baby!
Posted byuncledaveon 5/10/2007
Absolutely one of the top 5 in Denver. I've eaten here I don't know how many times and each visit has been sublime. The charcuterie platter is a must - housemade pates, rillettes, terrines with lovely garniture - tiny sour pickles, roasted grapes, etc. - plenty for two to share. Lovely creative salads and soups. Favorite entrees are the signature cassoulet and the turbot in parchment. The chocolate pots de creme with creme fraiche is perhaps the most exquisitely decadent chocolate dessert in town. I only have a couple of small quibbles which you should be aware of - 1) they are only open four nights a week (must be nice) - 2) they don't take reservations (I personally think any restaurant that's going to cost me $100 a head should take reservations) - 3) cozy is one thing - this place takes cozy to a new level (you better be ok eating with strangers less than a foot away).
