Yesterday 5/14 we had an early supper at Cafe Zola. It was our first sit down restaurant visit since the start of COVID-19. What a treat! Our food choices were delicious (monte cristo sandwich and huevos rancheros). And our meal was enhanced by a charming, mohawked young server named J who couldn't have been more gracious and helpful. Five stars for Cafe Zola and J!
The food is good and the staff is friendly, but I did not think the food was worth the price. The venue is also kind of gloomy with the dim lighting.
Cafe Zola is gastronomic ecstasy! I had the Turkish brunch --which is enough food for 2-- a yummy selection of olives, feta cheese, grape leaves and all kinds of bread. My daughter had the turkey sandwich, which she gobbled down and as if that wasn't enough food, she indulged in the strawberry banana crepes. Everything was delicious and the service was excellent, I can't recommend this place enough.
This place us overpriced for it's hit or miss quality. I got cold fries, an over cooked / dry "Angus" burger with cold grilled onions (how is that even possible if the food was fresh). It came with an slice of yesterdays tomato. Couldn't get it all down. On the other hand, the wife loved her veggie crepe.
Great service, great food, had the pbj milkshake & the dark chocolate french toast. Loved them both.
Dear Cafe Zola,
We only just met, but I think I've fallen in love. I'm not sure if it was the herbed butter that you served with the bread accompaniment to my meal (the mixed pieces of wheat and sesame were a nice touch, by the way), or the way that you took the time to grill the asparagus before folding it into the delicious omelette, or the freshly cut fruit that you so kindly substituted for the breakfast potatoes, and surely, your cool atmosphere didn't hurt either...All I know is, you got it, baby!
Your admirer,
Kristine K.
We love eclectic food and Cafe Zola did not disappoint. It's within walking distance from Downtown Home and Garden which was our our reason for a trip to downtown Ann Arbor. Reservations are highly recommended and we were reserved a nice table by the window. I ordered a Truffle Mousse Breve which was an amazing flavor combo of hazelnut and mocha. For breakfast, I ordered French Toast with Michigan Rhubarb-Strawberry Compote and Orange Mascarpone which was just as good as it sounds! Fresh ingredients and lots of fruit and complex flavors. The meal was great, although the waitstaff could be a little more friendly and courteous. That's the only thing keeping this from being a five star review. Staff did not move aside as I passed them going to the restroom and as we were leaving, a server was coming in the door from serving outside. She busted right in the door and did not offer up an "excuse me" or "have a nice day". FYI, she was empty-handed.
If you are looking for a $3.99 breakfast platter, this is not the place for you. However, if you are looking for quality farm-to-table food with an eclectic twist, this is the place for you! We will definitely be back!
Excellent service. The Brussels sprouts appetizer was the star of the show! Yum! The Yukon gold potatoes with fresh rosemary were super good too. I would definitely recommend to a friend.
I've been here twice in the last year's time with two different friends for brunch and had great service and food both times. Cocktails and coffee are delicious. I recently ordered the Complete Buckwheat Crepe and added spinach. It was perfect. The Normandie crepe was a delicious shared dessert. Some of the prices are a little high, but it's worth the treat. Outdoor seating is available, which I always appreciate.
