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Zinc Bistro

French Restaurant$$$$
Scottsdale
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    Sam Y.
    "Try the Zinc Burger - #burger with bacon and blue cheese!"(3 Tips)
    Jennifer L.
    "flat iron steak salad"(3 Tips)
    Lo
    "Best French Onion Soup I've ever had! Voted best many years too!"(5 Tips)
    Martha K.
    "Awesome peppercorn steak frites."(2 Tips)
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  • John L.heart icon on user image
    John LeslieJune 28, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    If you are a fan of Mac & Cheese...you must try their version with ham. The side dish size is adequate reward. my wife loves the crab salad. The frites are superb.
  • Phoenix New Times
    Phoenix New TimesApril 8, 2013
    Zinc's thinly sliced seasoned fries are tossed in marjoram and paprika for an exotic twist. The fries have a mayo-based aioli and ketchup on the side for dipping, but we don't think they need them. Read more
  • Phoenix New Times
    Phoenix New TimesOctober 22, 2013
    The Zinc burger at Zinc Bistro delivers ground beef at its most gourmet with a brioche bun, vine ripe tomatoes, lemon garlic arugula, and your choice of either bacon blue cheese or truffled gruyere. Read more
  • Sam Y.heart icon on user image
    Sam YoonDecember 19, 2015
    Try the Zinc Burger - #burger with bacon and blue cheese! Yes! Tasty and fulfilling!! Thanks @James, @Szilvi, and @Critsy!!! (via @Foodspotting)
  • Phoenix New Times
    Phoenix New TimesMay 14, 2013
    When Phx francophiles crave French fare, Zinc Bistro is a no-brainer. Served in a rich creamy sauce w/ long thick strands of ham baked inside, the mac & cheese is well worth the drive & the calories. Read more
  • Jesse R.
    Jesse RomeroJanuary 28, 2012
    My all-time favorite restaurant. From LA to Chicago to MIami, Zinc keeps rising to the top for me. It's located in Scottsdale at Kierland (one of my favorite communities as well). Go visit.
  • Adam S.
    Adam SchwartzNovember 17, 2013
    Great as always however keep in mind their awesome Zinc Burger stops being served by 5pm, which is one of the reason we came to eat here. So burgers ok for lunch/late afternoon dinner!
  • Susanne l.heart icon on user image
    Susanne lorenzJanuary 8, 2014
    If it's warm enuf, which it usually is!!! Sit outside !! You will feel, like you are at a little French café! The people watching is amazing and the food is to die for!!
  • Sean K.
    Sean KellyMay 22, 2011
    I used to work here (for 5 years) the food and atmosphere really ROCK Your Taste Buds and Senses. As far as service, I knew it was great when I was there.passionate about the whole dining experience.
  • Phoenix New Times
    Phoenix New TimesAugust 13, 2014
    A fabulous-looking and -feeling place for fabulous-looking folks not afraid to shell out big bucks for Parisian comfort food. Read more
  • ViVi
    ViViMarch 21, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Mussels, a side of french fries and the creme brûlée. Perfect dinner that will leave you smiling ear to ear
  • Jennifer L.
    Jennifer LabrecqueOctober 18, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Awesome for lunch also. Recommend the flat iron steak salad to die for yummy and of course truffle fries
  • Phoenix New Times
    Phoenix New TimesNovember 12, 2010
    2010 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best French Restaurant! Thoughtfully prepared French bistro cuisine: Delicate salads and fresh oysters, flat iron steak, braised lamb shank, and a lusty chocolate soufflé. Read more
  • michael p.heart icon on user image
    michael petersFebruary 29, 2016
    They hit all the marks! From foie gras to chocolate soufflé. Wonderful!
  • Craig G.
    Craig Guenther-LeeDecember 15, 2013
    The Onion Soup is the best I've ever had. It's a must have!
  • Chris S.heart icon on user image
    Chris SDecember 12, 2014
    Expensive as hell but fantastic. Get a croque monsieur and whatever bries they have on the cheese list that day
  • Shariheart icon on user image
    ShariDecember 27, 2013
    Great restaurant, great food, great service. Great.
  • John K.heart icon on user image
    John KassJanuary 24, 2018
    Great place. Excellent steak
  • Kissi
    KissiAugust 11, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Intimate and fun at the same time, good food.
  • Philippe M.heart icon on user image
    Philippe MuratOctober 21, 2021
    Great oysters, good steak and Aligot, good service
  • Loretta B.
    Loretta BrazealMarch 22, 2012
    Best waiter is Frankie. Great personality. Great service. Very knowledgeable. Our fave place in Scottsdale.
  • Imelda
    ImeldaSeptember 24, 2013
    Seriously amaaaazing food. The mussels and ahi tuna are to die for
  • Mike O.
    Mike OJanuary 22, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Try the Plat Fruit De Mer - finally I'm hee for dinner and can order this delectable mini feast.
  • Kayo S.heart icon on user image
    Kayo S.March 30, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Their moules frites are great
  • Martha K.heart icon on user image
    Martha KimesAugust 27, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Awesome peppercorn steak frites. Skip the cheese plate -- underwhelming.
  • Michelle S.heart icon on user image
    Michelle SApril 22, 2018
    French onion soup was on best thing I ever ate on good network. I have to disagree, I thought it was ok but not the best I've had.
  • Jason M.
    Jason M.April 26, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Basil Grilled Chicken Sandwich - So good! Brie mayo is amazing.
  • Misstrevor
    MisstrevorMarch 15, 2014
    Ask for Frank! He's good looking and give great service!
  • Derin M.
    Derin MOctober 7, 2012
    Fantastic food, great service... Not cheap, but worth it...
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014
    Check out Zinc Bistro as seen on Best Thing I Ever Ate Read more
  • Simi F.heart icon on user image
    Simi F.February 13, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    The chocolate souffle is simply a a revelation
  • Critsyheart icon on user image
    CritsyMay 7, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Steak frites!
  • Shari S.
    Shari SchlosserMarch 25, 2013
    Food was fantastic as was the service. I would go again!!
  • Lise C.
    Lise ChlebanowskiJune 27, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    This is our favorite place to eat & we live 47 miles away! The Savoy spinach salad is TO DIE FOR!
  • Loheart icon on user image
    LoJanuary 1, 2012
    The Foie Gras and squab are melt in your mouth delish!
  • Lin H.
    Lin HumphreyAugust 5, 2011
    Great nighttime venue, and a fantastic holiday dining option.
  • Loheart icon on user image
    LoJanuary 1, 2012
    Best French Onion Soup I've ever had! Voted best many years too!
  • Benjamin V.
    Benjamin VodrazkaMay 15, 2012
    Ask the manager for a protective seat cover before sitting on a bar "stool"
  • Allen H.
    Allen HendersonJuly 8, 2012
    Cara is great server. Knowledgeable and friendly
  • Paula E.heart icon on user image
    Paula EnyartJanuary 28, 2017
    One of my favorite restaurants.
  • Zoe H.
    Zoe HansonDecember 19, 2011
    The Coq au Vin is delicious, a must try.
  • Linda A.
    Linda AlexanderAugust 24, 2014
    Best French Onion soup in town
  • Imelda
    ImeldaJanuary 18, 2014
    Save the chocolate bomb!
  • Robert S.
    Robert ShawMarch 24, 2013
    Very busy on a Saturday night and service almost non-existent. Food very average. Great place for a drink but certainly not rushing back for dinner again.
  • Lauren H.
    Lauren HarrisonNovember 11, 2012
    Beautiful courtyard for Sunday Brunch with the family
  • Loheart icon on user image
    LoJanuary 1, 2012
    Try the duck liver pâté! Incredible!!
  • Jenn H.
    Jenn HallSeptember 13, 2011
    The scallops and bacon in cornbroth is the best!
  • Michele O.
    Michele OlneyFebruary 3, 2012
    Food was very good. French onion soup was tasty. Service sucked as it seemed that the server couldn't have cared less whether we were there or not.
  • Chris G.
    Chris GAugust 9, 2011
    The dungeoness crab salad is fantastic!
  • Alexander S.
    Alexander StarkJune 23, 2012
    Franky is my favorite waiter.
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