Karl A.
Google
After spending a few days outside of Paris and having our fair share of french food, on a return to the city we were in the mood for something different. My girlfriend had walked past Chez Zeyna previously and noted it, and so we made the commute to Paris' 18e arrondissement.
Arriving just an hour before closing time, we were informed that a lot of options were already sold out, and of the remaining dishes we opted for an order of mafe and a braised fish. Our food arrived quickly, and given the portion sizes, Chez Zeyna's prices are very good, especially given the usual Paris premium.
I enjoyed the mafe, although found it to require the tableside chili sauce to cut through the richness of the dish. Even better was the fish, well cooked, and topped with a delicious, creamy and tangy sauce. A side of a chili based sauce accentuated the dish, and especially following the addition of lime, we were treated to a harmonious symphony of textures and flavours.
Even during our meal right before closing we could see that the restaurant is popular, with a constant flow of customers coming in and out to see what had yet to be sold out. On a subsequent visit, I would come earlier in the day to sample a wider range of Chez Zeyna's from scratch, and well made dishes.
