What a fantastic place! I booked a table through hostme to celebrate my husband's birthday and so happy I did. It was a Friday night which means we got to enjoy live music! Since we are not so familiar with wines, our server helped us choose and her suggestions were perfect! To go with the wines, we ordered bruschetta and spinach & artichoke dip with chips. We also ordered lava cake and new york style cheesecake. The food was delicious. We had a blast! Sing along with the musicians and the restaurant patrons were all lively and super fun. Can't wait to go back! read more

Great little local bar and bistro type restaurant! Food is pub like , delicious!! Great service! Will be back !! read more

Zin Zen is such a quaint, delightful location. My husband and I love it so much that we got married here!! The food is great, from the sandwiches to the flat bread pizza. They have a great selection of wine and even indulged us by serving a signature cocktail during our celebration. You will want to make reservations so you have a seat. It serves as a great date night or friends night out location. The owners are accommodating and have created such a gem tucked away in the Adriatica section of McKinney. Don't miss out on this one. You will love it! read more

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The wine, music and the ambience is amazing. The wait staff was warm and welcoming. The food unfortunately is average at best.

The moscato is the best I've ever tasted. The wine flight was strong. The gambas is great. The chicken on the chicken flatbread is so good and the regular pepperoni is fire too. read more

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We finally made it to Zin Zen yesterday and I'm so glad we did! This will be a long review, so if you don't feel like reading the whole thing, just know we can't wait to go back. Our server Peyton was lovely. She was so friendly and helpful with food suggestions. We shared the gambas which was amazing. Save the sauce, just trust me. I'll explain why in a minute. We also ordered the caprese salad which was really good. My husband always adds salt to everything and didn't touch the shaker once. It was that flavorful. We also shared the NY Strip Flatbread which was another hit. This is where I dipped the crust in that gambas sauce. Chef's kiss. The last thing we ordered was the cheesecake and that was delicious too. The prices were also very reasonable. Now onto the wine. I got the white blend flight and my husband got the cab flight. We were both really happy with our selections and ended up ordering a glass of our favorites from each. We specifically went because there was going to be live music. Aaron Hendra was fantastic! He played all the music we love including The Eagles, Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, just to name a few. We left when he took a break but made sure to tip him and hope others did too. Giving a performer whatever amount you can afford, especially when they are entertaining you for free, is just the kind thing to do in my opinion. Lastly, since we had never been before, I thought you could only go with a reservation. Peyton shared that reservations are only needed for a few select tables so you can absolutely walk in and seat yourself. I'm glad I found that out because that's honestly one reason I hadn't gone. I thought you needed a reservation just to enjoy the music. Another great thing is that I saw families there and we have a 10-year-old daughter who we would totally bring. She would have loved the music and the food. I do read reviews before trying new restaurants and one thing that drove me nuts about the reviews I saw for Zin Zen was that people described a five star experience but only gave four stars. That makes no sense to me. So here is my five star review with a full five stars! read more

Checked out Adriatic's village today for first time and decided to give this place a look. I had mild expectations as when I looked at menu I seems to have a little of everything and that made me a hit nervous. But I was pleasantly surprised. It's definitely cozy and kinda charming. Very chill vibe with services that was actually friendly and attentive. Food was much better than expected and wine selection, for certified wine snob, pretty good. Had some of the classic heavy hitter but also had some other less known wines that I appreciate more. I would be more than happy to swing by regularly if I lived closer but I hope to come back. read more

We really enjoyed dinner and drinks at this cute wine bar! The live music was nice too. Would recommend!

In the quaint and bustling town of McKinney, my wife and I found ourselves at the doorstep of Zin Zen, a culinary oasis that promised a reprieve from the cacophony of daily life. The name itself, a playful nod to both wine and a state of peacefulness, whispered promises of enlightenment and delights. As we crossed the threshold, we were enveloped by an ambiance that was as hushed as a library presided over by monks sworn to silence. The tranquility was palpable, a serene backdrop to the culinary sonnet we were about to compose with our taste buds. Our journey commenced with the humble chickpea, elevated to celestial heights in the form of a creamy, velvety hummus. It was a spread so divine, we half expected to find it mentioned in ancient scriptures. Each scoop was a dip into the pool of culinary nirvana. Needless to say, the enjoyment was short lived as I found myself repeatedly dipping until all forms of hummus were removed. With our appetites whetted, we progressed to the bruschetta, a dish that could only be described as a Renaissance painting in edible form. The tomatoes, plucked from the vine at the peak of ripeness, were a jubilant red, and the basil, as green as the fields of Elysium. Together, atop the toasted bread, they danced a tango of flavors that left our palates swooning. Learning from the Hummus, I backed off and allowed my significant other to enjoy the bruschetta until she was satisfied with the deliciousness. To accompany our feast, we selected a Cabernet as rich and complex as an orchestra tuning its instruments--a prelude to the symphony of flavors that was our meal. Each sip was a note played to perfection, a harmonious companion to the crescendo of our dining experience. The staff, those unsung heroes of hospitality, were as friendly as a long-lost friend with whom you've reconnected after years apart. Their service was a seamless ballet of efficiency and warmth, enhancing the meal without ever intruding upon our evening's duet of great food and even greater conversation. As the evening waned and our plates were cleared, we found ourselves reluctant to leave the cocoon of contentment that Zin Zen had woven around us. The experience was not merely enjoyable--it was a masterclass in the art of dining, a reminder of the simple pleasures that a quiet corner, a delicious meal, and the company of a loved one can bring. In the end, Zin Zen was not just a restaurant; it was a reminder to savor each bite, each sip, and each shared laugh. We departed with full bellies and fuller hearts, already anticipating our return to this bastion of bliss in McKinney. read more

We went after work on an Tuesday afternoon. The place seemed cozy and good spot to hang out and converse with friends. The service was fast and our server was very friendly and accommodating. I ordered the beet salad which was really good, it had the right amount of balsamic dressing , it had some nuts which was a good addition with the blue cheese ( it came with goat cheese but opted for blue cheese). The dip was also very good along with the bread that came with it. Gambas was slightly spicy which I very much enjoyed . My friend ordered the Cobb salad , she mentioned it was a tad bit salty . We also ordered the Brie for appetizer , which was okay. I had a white sangria , it's not exceptional but I think it was good enough. The price was reasonable, we also got there in time for happy hour. The portioning for appetizers are a bit small ( but I think cuz it's happy hour). The salad that we ordered from a regular menu was just the right amount for me. All in all, I would not be opposed to coming back and hang out with friends and family again. read more

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The wife and I made reservations (highly recommended) for Sunday brunch at Zin Zen Wine and Bistro, located in McKinney, TX. When we arrived the parking was a little concerning, since Zin Zen is located in a fairly crowded area. We were able to find a parking spot and headed in to see what they had to offer. I can imagine if it wasn't Sunday afternoon but rather Friday or Saturday evening, it might be difficult to find parking. Since we made a reservation, they had a table waiting for us with our name on it. A nice touch. Off to a great start. You would be surprised how many places we make reservations for that don't seat us immediately, even though we arrived promptly at our reserved time. After setting down, a waitress was quick to provide menus and offer suggestions. She was friendly and helpful, without being overbearing. Zin Zen has a good selection of food, just keep in mind that it's a wine and bistro, not Chillies. I ordered a mimosa (I know, that's not wine) with brunch eggs and bacon. The wife ordered a salad with steak and a Bloody Mary. Both meals were excellent and the Bloody Mary was good too, according to my wife. We decided to purchase dessert and once again, the waitress was happy to suggest the best options. We ended up ordering the Black and White Crème Brûlée (see picture), which was excellent. Parking: 3/5 - Be ready to search for parking if you come on the wrong day and time. Food: 5/5 - The menu was exactly what you expect for a bistro. The eggs (sunny side up) were great and the beacon was terrific. To be fair, it's hard to make bad eggs and beacon but the presentation was on point. Atmosphere: 4/5 - Zin Zen is exactly what it should be. It's wine first. There's plenty of space and a patio if you would prefer to be outside. The dining room has a little echo, but not bad. They have live music on the weekends so if you enjoy that, plan accordingly. There was no music during our brunch obviously, so I can't speak to what the atmosphere would be like with music playing. The dining area isn't big. Service: 5/5 - The waitress was excellent. She was attentive enough without being overly so. She had recommendations when we asked, but wasn't making unnecessary suggestions. She was friendly and had a smile every time we interacted with her. Overall: 4/5 - Zin Zen is a very nice wine and bistro. They have a great selection of wines and plenty of food options to go along with it. The atmosphere is exactly what you expect; cozy but open. Just make sure you make a reservation, and arrive early enough to make sure you can find a parking spot. read more

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Very nice elagent place to relax. Awesome selection of drinks. Good choice of sandwiches and flatbread. Great location and view.

Great neighborhood spot for drinks, lunch, dinner, & late night, with several cozy sofa / coffee table areas in addition to the standard tables. And a very nice (recently revised!) BRUNCH menu served on Saturdays & Sundays starting at 11am. Some of these reviews have complained about "slow" service - but keep in mind that this is NOT a fast food joint, so come with a positive mindset of taking a break to enjoy drinks or a meal, and you'll be fine. Food & drinks have always been high-quality, & service has ALWAYS been friendly and competent! read more

Cool and cozy local vibe. A big wine selection and pretty decent little menu. A great local place to hang out and enjoy some music.

Zin Zen is such a great restaurant! Excellent service by Payton and Jeni! The food is outstanding and large variety of drinks!

The food is so good here and the drink selection is great. I didn't think that getting a Cesar salad would be a big deal, but definitely worth trying. The staff is always great and makes great suggestions and they do live music sometimes and that's fun. read more

absolutely amazing! couldn't recommend this place more! i always come here for the sandwiches but recently switched it up and got the flat bread, and it was AMAZING! i ate every last bite! i also ordered the lava cake and it was so delicious as well. the service and atmosphere is spectacular every time we come! read more

Located in gorgeous Adriatica Mckinney, Zin Zen Wine Bistro has a harmonious, cozy and comfortable atmosphere to spend a pleasant time tasting a good selection of wines and/or cocktails. The menu is not bad and the staff's attention to the costumers is friendly. Looks clean, nice. read more

Been twice now. Both times the service took forever. The first time I did actually get food and it was yummy, but the portions were tiny. Tomato basil soup was really good. Second time (today) we walked in and the sign said seat yourselves so we did on the patio. It took 30 minutes to be greeted and 15 more minutes to get water and have our order taken. Another 20 minutes after our order was taken I went in and canceled it because we were very hungry. The ambiance was nice but it looked worse and worse the hungrier we became. Came here on a lunch break with my wife. Wasted way too much time on this place. Either our server was picking daises or the owners are understaffing the restaurant. Either way, I'd pass. read more

A group of us (7) went for dinner last week. Several had never been. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable about menu items. He answered everyone's questions. Several of us had the limited edition fall spritz! Oh my. It was so good, I had 2! I had my favorite heirloom beet salad with chicken! Excellent as always. Everyone enjoyed the food, drinks/wine and evening! Can't wait to go again...maybe this time we will bring our husbands! read more

Always enjoy coming here. Good small sides and sandwich selections. Typically come for the wine. Can be hit or miss but we typically find something we like. Enjoy coming on weekends with live music. read more

LOVE this place. Good wine, good flights, good food, good entertainment! We love going there and always have a good time especially with the live bands that come in. The queso is amazing and I honestly have not yet had anything there that I did not like. Highly recommend. read more

I loved the vibe of this place. Super small and cute. We went on a Saturday night, definitely recommend reserving a table because it was busy with the live music. We had the meat and cheese board and split the Cuban. So yummy. Also did wine flights. Definitely would go back! read more

I love this place! Great ambiance, awesome entertainment and even better service; Ivy is a gem! I came in on a Saturday evening with a party of six and everyone was splitting dishes, all very confusing, and Ivy handled like a pro along with every other table this particular evening. Everyone loved it and we will definitely be back! read more

Zin Zen is my new favorite wine bistro! I stopped by this past week and had such a fabulous experience. The atmosphere was great, the wine was delicious, and I was in love with the food! I am soooo happy that I found this awesome gem! Thank you Zin Zen for such a memorable experience! read more

Zin Zen Wine Bistro - Wine Bars Near Me - Mckinney, Texas

A nice hangout for locals except on NYE when capitalism takes over and they sell the seats. Those of us who support it year round are shut out if we don't reserve and pay for a seat far in advance. What they did is let me explore other nearby places. I will continue to go as the service and selection of drinks is good but likely to be less frequent. read more

Simple menu but all very good. Love the pulled pork flatbread pizza. Nice quiet atmosphere.

A few of us girlfriends got together on a week night for a couple glasses of wine and catching up. Zin Zen has an extensive selection of wine from around the world to the Croatian inspired Adriatica Village. This restaurant is a nestled in a quaint area of McKinney on West Virginia Parkway and Stonebridge Ranch. We all ordered from the happy hour menu which is from 3-6 PM. To share we had the Hummus-House Made with Feta, Sundried Tomatoes, Tzatziki and Olives, Served with Warm Pita Bread or Sliced Veggies. I ordered the Gambas-Spanish Style Garlic Shrimp with Smoked Paprika, Served with Toasted Cheesy Sourdough Bread. The shrimp was spicy and a bit tasty however the cheesy bread could have used more cheese or flavor I couldn't put my finger on it. The hummus was excellent as well as their flat breads. This is a great restaurant for getting together for indoor or outdoor dining, they also have a wine club that you can join for tons of perks and wine lockers. read more

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This is where my now husband and I had our first date when we met. We will always return. The drinks are good, the food has a good variety and the flavors are excellent. The atmosphere is good for relaxing, I wouldn't recommend children, especially younger children not just because it's quaint and quiet, but for others to be able to enjoy their time especially at night. Prices are fair. The restaurant and restrooms are clean. We always enjoy ourselves. read more

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I never did go here to eat. I tried and tried again to change my reservation and no one would pick up the phone. I believe that this is the worst kind of customer service and feel that this behavior would spill over into the service at the restaurant. I have read other reviews here that have said the same thing so I feel safe in my assessment. Your reply is interesting although not quite correct. No message was sent or received. That would be nice if it were so. If you could have sent a message in two minutes then you could have picked up a phone. Voice messages will kill a restaurant. Hopefully it will not adversely affect yours. Honestly this would mean nothing to me because I will not be going to your place because of the stated reasons. All of the follow up emails are starting to get a bit weird. Anything said after my first review would be up to the reader to decide if they want to believe me or not. By all means go to this place and make up your own mind. I am a nobody with a computer. If I struck some kind of nerve than be reminded of the fact that I am not a food critic. I just know what I know and answering machines will kill any small business. I will not go to places that use them. Double no take back times infinity. read more

Great girls night or date night place! Love the atmosphere, service and fare! It's a great place to relax and enjoy!

Such a cute wine bar/bistro located in the Adriatica area. The area gives me Mediterreanean/Tuscan vibes, which I absolutely love. I came here with a girlfriend on Wednesday and sat outside. They had patio heaters so we were still able to stay warm while enjoying the weather outside. We ordered the baked brie and gambas to start off with. The baked brie was delicious and was cooked in a warm puff pastry and served with an apricot glaze. The perfect mix of sweet and savory! We also ordered the gambas, which is their Spanish style garlic shrimp and served with their toasted cheesy bread. So good! We also ordered the fungi salad and the antipasto platter. The fungi salad had arugula tossed in a red wine vinaigrette and had roasted mushrooms, truffle oil, and shaved manchego cheese. You guys, this salad was so so delicious! I could probably eat this every single day. The antipasto platter was also good and we grazed on this while we sipped on our wine. They have a great wine selection here and on wine down Wednesday's, you get a bottle of wine for half off as long as you order an entree. We ended our meal with their warm bread pudding and it did not disappoint. This is a great spot for a date night or to relax with your girlfriends. Definitely check this place out if you haven't already! read more

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Great place for brunch. Great ambiance. Strongly recommend the place. Service was fantastic as well.

Always good music, service and food. Never disappointed. Only thing is sometimes I wish they did not play the music so loud. It's hard to visit. Find yourself wanting a table in the back vs up by the entertainment. read more

Wait staff were hard working and attentive to requests. The music was great. First time visit and we'll be back for sure.

I was hosting a baby shower at Zin Zen in December. Food, ambience and service were superb! Guests said it is perfect place for that. I am also a guest there and enjoy their warm atmosphere, yummy food and very friendly stuff. I am happy that we have this bistro in our neighbourhood read more

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Very cute place. Food was overall good enough where I would come back. I came with my girl friends and we liked all that we tried. Will come back read more

This is such a neat place to have drinks, lunch or dinner. Love the all day HH on Mondays. Great atmosphere for conversation.

One of my go to wine bars! Great vibe, food, love music (mostly on weekends only) and wine selection of course! Love that it's in somewhat of a hidden gem tucked into the Adriatica village next to a Starbucks....despite that it is always busy when I'm there which speaks to how great of a place it is. read more

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Great bistro with wine, flatbread pizza, etc. They have live entertainment on the weekends that's always fun.