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Z Chef's Cafe

4.3(380)· Google4.3 out of 5 from 380 reviews (Google rating)Date Night Restaurant$$
Open now · closes 7:00 PM
(844) 207-7309 Directions zchefs.zehnders.com

Quick facts

Z Chef's Cafe is a date night restaurant at 730 S Main St in Frankenmuth, MI, open daily from 11:00 AM. Call +1844-207-7309 for details.

Address
730 S Main St, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Phone
+1844-207-7309
Hours today
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Price
$$

About Z Chef's Cafe

Z Chef's Cafe at 730 S Main St in Frankenmuth, MI is a spacious, casual cafe where chefs prepare mix-and-match meals at the counter. The quick-serve format and fast service are central to the experience, with comfort food, a salad bar, and desserts among its offerings. It serves brunch, lunch, and dinner, and is particularly popular for lunch and dinner. Coffee is available alongside beer, wine, cocktails, and liquor, with a bar on site.

The cafe welcomes families and groups and is also suitable for solo dining. A children's menu and high chairs are available. Guests can dine in, order takeout, or use curbside pickup; delivery and reservations are not offered. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible, and Wi-Fi is provided. Z Chef's Cafe has a Google rating of 4.3 from 380 reviews.

Known for

  • Chef-prepared mix-and-match counter meals
  • Quick service in a spacious, casual setting
  • Comfort food, salad bar, and desserts
  • Children's menu and high chairs
  • Free lot and street parking

What to order

Mentioned in reviews

  • quesadilla
  • reuben
  • sandwich

Popular times

Usually busy right now · Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Mon

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 40 of 100, 12p: 46 of 100, 1p: 53 of 100, 2p: 49 of 100, 3p: 49 of 100, 4p: 57 of 100, 5p: 58 of 100, 6p: 50 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Tue

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 36 of 100, 12p: 44 of 100, 1p: 33 of 100, 2p: 37 of 100, 3p: 38 of 100, 4p: 44 of 100, 5p: 44 of 100, 6p: 45 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Wed

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 42 of 100, 12p: 48 of 100, 1p: 52 of 100, 2p: 49 of 100, 3p: 53 of 100, 4p: 56 of 100, 5p: 54 of 100, 6p: 44 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Thu

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 44 of 100, 12p: 65 of 100, 1p: 68 of 100, 2p: 77 of 100, 3p: 64 of 100, 4p: 62 of 100, 5p: 66 of 100, 6p: 60 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 30 of 100, 12p: 38 of 100, 1p: 58 of 100, 2p: 50 of 100, 3p: 60 of 100, 4p: 58 of 100, 5p: 68 of 100, 6p: 68 of 100, 7p: 65 of 100, 8p: 65 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 49 of 100, 12p: 68 of 100, 1p: 74 of 100, 2p: 74 of 100, 3p: 76 of 100, 4p: 89 of 100, 5p: 100 of 100, 6p: 92 of 100, 7p: 72 of 100, 8p: 48 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sun

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 0 of 100, 11a: 32 of 100, 12p: 37 of 100, 1p: 40 of 100, 2p: 42 of 100, 3p: 45 of 100, 4p: 53 of 100, 5p: 57 of 100, 6p: 48 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

380 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★247
  • 4★69
  • 3★21
  • 2★19
  • 1★24

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • cafeteria style×21
  • stuffing×11
  • buffet style×10
  • fried chicken×7
  • mac and cheese×6
  • mashed potatoes×6
  • buttered noodles×4
  • chicken tenders×3
  • famous chicken×2
  • cranberry salad×2

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What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Had a great lunch at Z's Cafe on Friday during the AutoFest. It was superb! Nate was awesome getting our sides and to go orders. The whole experience was up to what you expect from Zenders. Five stars! They rocked it!”

    — John Toth (JohnECable), September 10, 2026 · google

  • “Great food and cool old-world experience. The manager working on 8/8/26 at 4 PM went above and beyond. I believe his name was Jonathan. Top notch customer service, you don’t find places like this anymore.”

    — Austin Avison, August 7, 2026 · google

  • “We had the Reuben Sandwich and Chicken Quesadilla for lunch, they were both EXCELLENT!! Special thanks to Noah the chef, he was above awesome!”

    — Dennis Young, June 1, 2026 · google

  • “Food looks terrible, old and left overs. Wife and I looked at it and left.”

    — Larry Taylor, May 27, 2026 · google

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Z Chef's Cafe — frequently asked

Is Z Chef's Cafe open on Mondays?
Yes — Z Chef's Cafe is open Monday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Where is Z Chef's Cafe?
Z Chef's Cafe is at 730 S Main St, Frankenmuth, MI 48734.
How expensive is Z Chef's Cafe?
Google lists Z Chef's Cafe in the $$ price range for date night restaurants in Frankenmuth, MI.
What is the phone number for Z Chef's Cafe?
You can reach Z Chef's Cafe on +1844-207-7309.

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