Z Chef's Cafe
A spacious, quick-serve cafe offering chef-prepared meals, featuring the beloved Zehnder's chicken dinner and sides in a casual setting.
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Z Chef's Cafe
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A spacious, quick-serve cafe offering chef-prepared meals, featuring the beloved Zehnder's chicken dinner and sides in a casual setting.
Quick Meal Option
Visit for a quick meal if you're short on time but desire quality food similar to the main restaurant.
Allergy Accommodations
The cafe is accommodating for multiple allergies including milk, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts.
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Cuisine
American
Price
Mid-range
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Zehnder's Famous Chicken Dinner
Enjoy the iconic Zehnder's chicken dinner in a more casual, quick-serve environment. Same delicious taste, less formality.
Quick & Quality Dining
Perfect for those short on time, this cafe offers chef-prepared meals at a counter, blending speed with quality.
Allergy-Friendly Options
Accommodates various allergies, including milk, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts, ensuring options for everyone.
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Quick Meal Option
Visit for a quick meal if you're short on time but desire quality food similar to the main restaurant.
Allergy Accommodations
The cafe is accommodating for multiple allergies including milk, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts.
Streamlined Dining
Leave your tray on the table for staff to clear; no need to return it yourself. Enjoy a relaxed meal.
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Quick Meal Option
Visit for a quick meal if you're short on time but desire quality food similar to the main restaurant.
Allergy Accommodations
The cafe is accommodating for multiple allergies including milk, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts.
Streamlined Dining
Leave your tray on the table for staff to clear; no need to return it yourself. Enjoy a relaxed meal.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners appreciate Z Chef's Cafe for offering the familiar Zehnder's chicken dinner in a more accessible, cafeteria-style setting, making it ideal for those with less time or smaller appetites. While many praise the quality of the food, particularly the chicken, mashed potatoes, and stuffing, some find the prices to be on the higher side for a quick-serve establishment. Occasional issues with food temperature and service have been noted, though the allergy accommodations are a significant positive for many.
"Such accommodating people and great service. We came to try the chicken. It was really good. Lightly breaded, moist and gently seasoned. The sides were delicious; cranberry relish, Spaetzle, baked apples and bread pudding! We took our order to go."
BL
"Great place to eat if you don't have a lot of time but don't want fast food! There is a fancier restaurant on the first floor, but we didn't want to waste too much time so we went to Z Chef's Café which is downstairs. It is set up kind of like a cafeteria where you get your tray and order food as you slide it along the food-serving counter.
We always have to accommodate our numerous allergies (milk, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts) and there were options for everyone! Rotisserie chicken was delicious and they were able to make a side of veggies without butter. It felt like a home-made meal and the staff was very friendly and attentive.
When we were there you were just supposed to leave your trays on the table and the staff would clean it up.
Would definitely come back next time we're in this lovely town!"
Z. D.
"First time here. Husband got the 1/2 rotisserie chicken dinner, mashed potatoes, gravy and stuffing. I got the 4 piece tender meal with mashed potatoes, gravy and corn. Both our meals were cold, not enjoyable to eat at all. We mentioned to manager. They replaced my tenders, still cold, couldn't even eat them. We ate very little. Very disappointed in the whole experience and meals. Talked to manager, kind of shrugged his shoulders, said he was sorry, acknowledged it and that was about it. Will not recommend."
Nancy Waugaman
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Frequently Asked Questions
Z Chef's Cafe offers a more casual, quick-serve experience with similar menu items, allowing for a faster meal without the full commitment of the main restaurant's all-you-care-to-eat format. You can select individual items rather than a set meal.
Yes, it's considered an easy and efficient place to dine with children, as you can get exactly what they want and there's usually little to no wait. The cafeteria style makes it convenient.
Absolutely! They are very accommodating for various allergies, including milk, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts, with options available for many dietary needs.
Yes, you can get the exact same famous Zehnder's chicken and many of the same popular sides, like mashed potatoes and stuffing, in a more casual setting.
While offering good food, some reviews suggest it can be overpriced for a cafeteria-style setup compared to fast food. However, it's often seen as better value than the main restaurant's full dinner.
It operates like a cafeteria: you get a tray and order food as you slide it along the serving counter, selecting items as you go.
On Fridays through Good Friday, they offer an all-you-care-to-eat Fish Fry featuring Yellow Perch, seafood, and Zehnder's Chicken.
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