Zazie

Food tasted great but this morning my visitor and I were disappointed with the lack of attention. We went to the back patio to sit under the shaded area and we were about to sit at the table on the immediate right as you go up the stairs. My friend was going to sit on the bench side but got his sliding into what we think was bird poop that was on the bench. I immediately let the waitresses know the situation that my friends' hand got into the bird poop as he was trying to slide himself on the bench to the table. I asked the waitresses if my friend can wash his hands at the washing sink that was right there at the patio because there was a line at the bathroom and it is gross to have bird poop on your hands. I had to ask multiple times before they can let my friend wash his hands.

So we got that settled and just moved over to the next table. We didn't have our orders decided in the first ask, but got it in on the second ask. Simple toast, poach eggs and potatoes for my friend and I got one French toast with fruits. The table to our left sat down before we made our order and the table that was cleaned up, after our incident, sat down after we made our order. We didn't get our order until after the two tables from both sides got their meals..... when we got order in before they did.... I personally felt weird having seen that we haven't got our meal while the other tables got theirs...

I will change this review if I am wrong for writing this review, that maybe my friends poached eggs or my French toast is what took our meal longer than the other tables food.

I've been in the neighborhood for 7 years and been having mixed feelings for here that the food is delicious, and I understand that the prices are high because of the 20% to keep the restaurant tip free and helping employees, but I feel like multiple occurrences for here keeps adding up for me.

Great service and food was yummy but I think the prices are a little exorbitant (somewhat justified by their ethical employment practices). Not sure if I'd come back but it seems like their brunch/breakfast items are more of what they're known for! Good spot in general

Expect very long waits. Just put your name on the list, and go on a stroll on Cole Valley, Haight St, The Panhandle or GGP. It's a very small restaurant and it is always incredibly busy. However, it's worth the wait. The pancakes are delicious, the potatoes, the eggs, the bacon. Everything here is just amazing! It's worth the wait and the hype. Just be prepared to wait so allow yourself to do something near by in the meantime. You can track your spot on yelp's waitlist tracker.

Get pancakes and eggs benedict!!!

Zazie has a charming ambiance with both indoor and outdoor seating options. Our server was friendly and attentive, which was a plus. However, our brunch experience was a mixed bag.

I recommend making a reservation, because the restaurant was packed when we got there for brunch on a weekend. The waitlist management seemed chaotic. Despite being notified that our table was ready, we waited an additional 15 minutes while empty tables sat unused.

The smoked wild salmon sandwich was disappointing. The bread was tough, and the salmon had a slightly fishy taste, suggesting it wasn't the freshest. The accompanying potatoes lacked seasoning.

The Tahiti French toast was rich and satisfying, but it could have benefited from crispier edges.

Overall, while the service was good, the food and waitlist issues needed their attention.

I came here for dinner! I loved the patio in the back, it set a romantic moody atmosphere which paired perfectly with the casual French dining fare.

The patio is covered on all sides but it is still outdoors, so it was pretty chilly. We had to have jackets on the whole time, since SF is cold even during the summer. I noticed that there were heaters in the patio area but they would go on/off at random times and stayed off for most of our meal.

The food was great. I would order these again
-- Salade Toscanes
-- Charcuterie
-- Macaroni side
-- Pasta d'ete
-- NY Steak
-- Beef bourguignon
-- Fig

The steak and the macaroni were especially good.

Items I would skip next time:
-- Steak tartar (very heavy handed with the vinegar here)
-- Lemon Ricotta Ravioli (flavors didn't do it for me)
-- Mushroom fondue (just ok, portion was small)
-- Bourride Zazie (I didn't like the method of the cook on the fish, was quite flat and somewhat dry)

The service was friendly but at times inattentive. I found it interesting that the 20% tip is already included in the menu.

The food is very good, they cook the salmon perfectly, not overcooked or undercooked. The service is most friendly and have good knowledge of the food and ingredients.
I was there with friends for Bastille Day, Sunday, July 14, 2024. Everyone thought the food was very tasty and well-prepared.
However, I ordered the Apple Tarte Tatin for dessert, unfortunately, that was disappointing. The apples were half cooked and did not have any caramel. It ws not the French Apple Tarte Tatin.
Everything else was terrific!
Thank you!

So good! I've been here twice and both times was amazingly delicious. Good, friendly service as well!

The special was lemon ricotta pancakes and they were sooo yummy.

Came in for brunch earlier with a couple friends! We got the buttermilk pancakes, eggs Benedict, chicken sandwich, one of the scrambles, and the champagne/juice combo.

Overall, service is quick -- we had to wait around 20 mins to be seated on the back patio at around 1130am on a Friday morning. The vibes in the back are laid back and the food was good.

For the eggs Benedict, I did find that it needed salt in addition to the potatoes. However, regardless they were delicious. Menu pricing is straightforward and tips are included in the pricing as they provide benefits and a living wage to staff which is a bonus.

I was in SF for a weekend and was looking for a good brunch place - Zazie was the right choice. The food is superb, the service is incredible, and inside is so cozy.

I've been to Zazie's a couple times for weekday brunch and it is a really solid spot! If you go around 11 during the week, there shouldn't be a wait. Definitely ask to sit in the back patio if it's available, it is a green garden oasis that is such a nice escape from the rush of the city.

The staff are all welcoming and service is prompt. I've had the smoked salmon benedict, fontainbleu mushroom scramble, and pancakes here and everything has been pretty solid. The home fried potatoes are delicious, and the whole cloves of roasted garlic are nice touches to the potatoes. All the ingredients are fresh and high quality, even their sides of toast are thick cut and rustic.

Their pancakes are a hit or miss for me, I've had them a little overcooked and cold before. I like how their prices are based on paying their workers a livable wage, so no tips are expected here! This is a concept that I can get behind more places in the city adopting. Overall, I've always had a good time at Zazie's and I will continue showing up for the quality food and wonderful ambiance.

Wonderful place with wonderful food. I love how they have three different seating options, including a patio in the back that's just adorable. My friend and I went to eat here for brunch and we were both delighted.

I ordered the Greece scrambled eggs dish with salad and white toast, and I was not disappointed. The eggs came with red onions, spinach, and feta, and they were cooked perfectly. I loved how well the feta balanced everything out, and the salad and toast were a classic pair.

My friend got the french toast with a side of bacon, and I didn't try it, but she said it was delicious. She finished the french toast before I was even halfway through my dish, so I'm guessing it's pretty good.

We both also got cocktails, I forgot what they were called but they came with little lavender clippings and didn't even taste like alcohol (in the best way). We both ordered the same drink, and very much enjoyed it.

Overall, the service was quick and friendly, the atmosphere was just lovely, and we had a delightful experience. Definitely will be going back to try more of their menu!