Eat Fit™: Ask for the Z-lightful menu for Eat Fit, Low Calorie and No Gluten Added options.
Shareables
Mediterranean Hummus
$14.95
Our signature roasted garlic hummus adorned with sun-dried and Roma tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta cheese, roasted garlic, and a fresh herb blend. Warm grilled pita for dipping. It's a taste of the Mediterranean in every bite!
Cauliflower, onions, and jalapeños crisped to perfection and tossed with our lime accented Kung Pao sauce. Topped with basil, cilantro and roasted peanuts. It's a fusion of textures and tastes that take you on a journey to the Sichuan province!
Salads
House Salad
Romaine and spring mix, carrots, tomato, mozzarella and provolone cheeses.
Small$6.50
Large$12.95
Zeasar Salad
Romaine hearts, Caesar dressing, parmesan, croutons.
Our award-winning salad with marinated, grilled, and sweet chili glazed chicken breast. Fresh baby spinach and Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette, studded with sun-dried tomatoes, golden raisins, toasted pecans, kalamata olives, bleu cheese crumbles, sesame seeds.
Dressings
Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette, Buttermilk Ranch, Caesar, Herb Bleu Cheese, Creole Honey Mustard, White Balsamic Vinaigrette, Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar.
Rotisserie
We use an authentic French open flame rotisserie. This gives the meat a caramelized outside leaving the inside tender and juicy. Choice of two sides.
Rotisserie Chicken
$21.95
Half of a large chicken brined, rubbed with our secret house seasoning and rotisserie roasted every hour on an open flame. Choice of Preparation: House Rub - A seasoning experiment that paid off. Delicious! Sweet Chili Glaze - The best of both worlds. Sweet and spicy! Backyard BBQ - Hickory smoke flavor and spice.
Louisiana Style BBQ Chicken
$21.95
Savor the taste of Louisiana with our newest signature BBQ sauce! Steen's cane syrup, Creole and whole grain mustard are combined to make a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce with hints of smoke.
12 oz USDA Certified Angus Beef, grilled to medium rare, horseradish tiger sauce.
BBQ Chicken & Ribs
$24.95
Quarter of our backyard BBQ chicken and a quarter rack of slow-cooked St. Louis style ribs.
Signature Ribs
Thai Ribs
Another award winner! Slow-cooked, St. Louis style ribs grilled until sizzling. Finished with fresh ginger-infused soy sauce, sweet chili glaze and an Asian herb blend. Sesame seeds complete the perfect bite of savory, sweet, spicy, umami perfection. Over 1,000,000 customers can't be wrong! Also available BBQ or Dry. Choice of two sides.
6 Ribs$23.50
8 Ribs$30.95
Artisanal Bread
Spice Market Ciabatta
$10.50
Crispy Italian bread grilled and served with worldly spice blends: lemon poppyseed, za'atar, roasted black & white sesame, four pepper & roasted garlic, Moroccan inspired Marrakesh seasoning and extra virgin olive oil for dipping.
Fresh, sustainable Snake River Canyon trout fillets, lemon beurre blanc, seasoned and seared. Available grilled. Choice of two sides.
Balsamic Salmon
$27.50
Fresh, sustainable Atlantic salmon, hardwood grilled, sweet balsamic glaze. Choice of two sides.
Sandwiches
Honey Island Chicken
$16.95
Indulge in a culinary symphony with a tantalizing fusion of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Fried chicken breast, jack cheese, tomato, bacon, lettuce, Creole Honey Mustard. Choice of one side.
Bacon Cheeseburger
$17.50
Half-pound Certified Angus Beef, bacon, jack, bleu or cheddar, toasted brioche bun, BBQ sauce. Choice of one side.
Sedona Chicken Panini
Rotisserie chicken, onion, garlic, mixed cheeses, cilantro, tomatoes, corn, chipotle aioli. Choice of one side.
Half$13.95
Whole$17.50
Philly Beef Panini
Rotisserie beef sirloin, caramelized onion, mixed cheeses, mayo. Choice of one side.
Half$13.95
Whole$17.50
Sides
Roasted Corn Grits
Green Beans
Thai Green Beans
Red Beans & Rice
Bacon Braised Collard Greens
Zea Potatoes
French Fries
Steamed Broccoli
Long Grain White Rice
Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Seasonal)
Desserts
$9.95
Sweet Potato Pecan Bread Pudding
A Zea signature made with freshly baked sweet potatoes, French bread, pecans and cinnamon. A rum praline sauce and fresh whipped cream accompany this New Orleans classic.
Chocolate Caramel Brownie
Freshly baked chewy chocolate brownie and vanilla bean ice cream covered with housemade chocolate and salted caramel sauce and plenty of roasted pecans.
Triple Raspberry Cheesecake
New York style cheesecake prepared with only 100% real cream cheese and fresh whipped cream, covered with our sweetly tart raspberry sauce.
After Dinner Cocktails & Cordials
Espresso Martini
$12.00
A perfect balance of Tito's Handmade vodka, Grind Espresso liqueur and cold brew coffee. Served shaken and chilled.
Chocolate-Tini
$11.00
Have your dessert and drink it too. Stoli Vanil vodka, Trader Vic's White & Dark Chocolate Liqueurs, finished with a Chocolate Swirl.
Baileys
$8.00
Kahlúa
$8.00
Frangelico
$8.00
Grand Marnier
$10.00
Fronseca Bin 27 Ruby Port
$8.00
Warre's Otima 10-Yr Tawny Port
$9.00
Tazo Earl Grey Hot Tea
$3.75
New Orleans Roast Coffee | Decaf
$3.75
Beverages
Coke
Diet Coke
Coke Zero
Fiji
Available in 500ml / 1L.
Dr. Pepper
Sprite
Topo Chico Lime
Strawberry Kiwi Tea
Perrier
Available in 330ml.
Abita Root Beer
Available in Bottle.
Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
Some of our menu items contain nuts, seeds, dairy or shellfish. Please inform us of any food allergies.
Happy Hour
$1 Off All Beer
Monday – Friday | 11AM – 6:30PM.
$2 Off All Specialty Cocktails
Monday – Friday | 11AM – 6:30PM.
Glass & A Half
Monday – Friday | 11AM – 6:30PM. All wine by the glass extra half on us.
4 servings. Handcrafted pressed cocktails with fresh fruit and herbs.
Aperol Spritz
$38.00
An Italian classic with Aperol liqueur, French sparkling wine, lemon, orange.
Sparkling Paloma
$39.00
It's back and ready to share! Casa Noble Blanco tequila from the hills of Jalisco, Mexico, organic agave nectar, fresh lime juice, grapefruit soda, fresh grapefruit.
Whiskey Basil Drop
$39.00
Buffalo Trace bourbon, Tuaca (a blend of Italian brandy, Mediterranean citrus and vanilla spice) with fresh basil, lemon, lime.
Cocktails - Frozen
Peach Bellini
$10.00
Fresh peaches, peach brandy, vodka, French sparkling wine.
Strawberry Bourbon Smash
$11.50
Old Forester bourbon, Natalie's Fresh Lemon Juice, strawberries.
Cosmo
$11.00
Svedka vodka, cranberry, triple sec.
Nostalgic Nectar
$11.00
Sip back to memories of lemonade stands and honeysuckle on the vine. Fresh lemon juice, Cathead Honeysuckle vodka, a splash of honeysuckle syrup made from Japanese honeysuckle, green & black peppercorns, and sage.
Cocktails - Specialty
Satsuma Mule (Seasonal)
$12.00
Ketel One Peach & Orange Blossom, local Gator Bite Satsuma rum, Domaine de Canton French Ginger Liqueur, fresh lime juice, ginger beer.
Caribbean Heat Margarita
$11.00
This heatwave will refresh you. Corazon Blanco & Mango Shotta Jalapeño tequilas, triple sec, fresh lime juice & a dash of Bitterman's Hellfire Bitters and a Tajín rim.
Hugo 75
$12.00
Hendrick's Flora Adora gin from South Ayrshire Scotland, elderflower liqueur, French sparkling wine, lemon.
Grand Margarita - Cocktails for a Cause
$12.50
1800 Reposado, Natalie's Fresh Lime Juice, Grand Marnier, orange. $1 is donated to New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute.
Bumbu Punch
$11.00
Bumbu Original rum, pineapple, Natalie's Fresh Citrus Juices, Tiki bitters.
Espresso Martini
$12.00
A perfect balance of Tito's Handmade vodka, Grind Espresso liqueur and cold brew coffee. Served shaken and chilled.
Grey Goose La Poire, Natalie's Fresh Lemon Juice, cucumber.
Infused Old Fashioned
$11.00
Bing cherry infused Old Forester, orange, Angostura bitters.
Smokin' Oldie
$12.00
Old Fashioned but still a smoke show. Ragged Branch Louisiana Reserve bourbon, cherry wood smoked, blood orange syrup with Reagan's Orange bitters & dried blood orange slice.
Beer - Craft
Mango Cart / Golden Road / Light Wheat Ale / 4% ABV
Paradise Park / Urban South / Lager / 4.5% ABV
Canebrake / Parish / Louisiana Wheat Ale / 5% ABV
Jucifer / Gnarly Barley / Juicy IPA / 6% ABV
Ghost in The Machine / Parish / IPA / 8.5% ABV
Amber Lager / Abita / Lager / 4.5% ABV
Beer - Imports & Domestic
Stella Artois
Modelo Especial
Michelob Ultra
Blue Moon
Corona
Bud Light
Miller Lite
Coors Light
Wine - Sparkling
Ruffino / Lumina / Prosecco / Italy
6oz$11.00
9oz$15.00
Bottle$40.00
Veuve Clicquot / Brut / Champagne / Reims, France
Bottle$85.00
Wine - White
Miraval / Studio / Rosé / France
6oz$11.00
9oz$15.00
Bottle$40.00
Chateau Ste. Michelle / Riesling / Washington
6oz$10.00
9oz$13.75
Bottle$34.00
Canaletto / Pinot Grigio / Delle Venezie, Italy
6oz$10.00
9oz$13.75
Bottle$34.00
Santa Margherita / Pinot Grigio / Alto Adige, Italy
Bottle$60.00
13 Celsius / Sauvignon Blanc / New Zealand
6oz$11.00
9oz$15.00
Bottle$40.00
Duckhorn / Sauvignon Blanc / Napa, California
Bottle$44.00
Cakebread / Sauvignon Blanc / Napa, California
Bottle$70.00
Joseph Drouhin / Chardonnay / Macon-Villages, France
Bottle$44.00
Backhouse / Chardonnay / California
Bottle$32.00
Kendall Jackson / Vintner's Reserve / Chardonnay / California
6oz$11.00
9oz$15.00
Bottle$40.00
Sonoma-Cutrer / Russian River Ranches / Chardonnay / Sonoma, California
6oz$14.00
9oz$18.00
Bottle$50.00
Wine - Red
Camelot / Pinot Noir / California
6oz$10.00
9oz$13.75
Bottle$34.00
La Crema / Pinot Noir / Sonoma, California
Bottle$58.00
Meiomi / Pinot Noir / California
6oz$13.00
9oz$17.50
Bottle$48.00
E. Catena / Padrillos / Malbec / Mendoza, Argentina
6oz$11.00
9oz$15.00
Bottle$40.00
The Prisoner / Zinfandel Blend / Napa Valley, California
Bottle$77.00
Decoy by Duckhorn / Merlot / Sonoma, California
6oz$12.00
9oz$16.50
Bottle$44.00
Columbia Crest / Two Vines / Merlot-Cabernet Blend / Washington
Bottle$36.00
St. Francis / Red Blend / Sonoma, California
Bottle$46.00
Cantina Lavis / Cabernet / Trentino, Italy
6oz$10.00
9oz$13.75
Bottle$34.00
Joel Gott 815 / Cabernet / California
6oz$13.00
9oz$17.50
Bottle$48.00
Justin / Cabernet / Paso Robles, California
Bottle$67.00
Jordan / Cabernet / Alexander Valley, California
Bottle$90.00
Appetizer Platters To-Go
Choose Between Our 3, 4 or 5 Appetizer Samplers!
3 Appetizers
$37.00
Spinach Dip, Hummus, Kung Pao Cauliflower.
4 Appetizers
$50.00
Spinach Dip, Hummus, Kung Pao Cauliflower, Duck Empanadas (or 6 Thai Ribs +$2).
5 Appetizers
$65.00
Spinach Dip, Hummus, Kung Pao Cauliflower, Thai Rib Stack, Duck Empanadas.
Party Platters (Serves 8-12)
Mediterranean Hummus Supreme Tray with Pita
$55.00
Roasted Garlic Hummus Tray with Pita
$35.00
Roasted Garlic Hummus with Pita
1 Pint$17.50
Spinach Dip with Chips
1 Quart$50.00
Asian Almond Shrimp Tray
$55.00
Duck Empanadas Tray
$50.00
Tailgate Bundles (Feeds 5 to 8)
Zea Sampler Bundle
$90.00
Whole rotisserie chicken (choose from House Rub, BBQ & Sweet & Spicy), one slab of ribs (choose from Wet, Dry, or Thai) 1 lb. rotisserie beef sirloin, choice of two quarts of sides and two large Zeasar salads.
Whole Chicken Tailgate Bundle
Two whole chickens, one large Zeasar salad and choice of two quarts of sides.
House Rub$65.00
Choose Your Sauce$65.00
Pigskin Tailgate Bundle
$83.00
Two full slabs of ribs (choose from Wet, Dry, or Thai) plus choice of two quarts of sides.
Salads (Feeds 8-12)
Pepper Jelly Spinach Salad
$45.00
With Chicken$57.00
Zeasar Salad
$27.00
With Chicken$55.00
Almond Chicken Salad
$57.00
Z House Salad
$28.00
Dressing
Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette, Buttermilk Ranch, Herb Bleu Cheese, Caesar, Creole Honey Mustard, Asian Peanut Ginger, Oil & Balsamic Vinegar, and White Balsamic Vinaigrette.
Party Pans (Feeds 8 and Up)
Party pans are served in a reheatable aluminum pan for your convenience.
Rotisserie Beef Sirloin
$96.00
Seasoned and seared sirloin tip. Sliced and served with a rich burgundy mushroom glacé.
Grilled Chicken Breast
Seasoned and grilled over hard wood.
8 Chicken Breasts Cut into 16 Halves$50.00
Thai Ribs
Premium slow cooked St. Louis style spareribs, grilled with your choice of Hickory Smoked BBQ Sauce, Dry Spice Rub or Thai Style.
Approx 36 Pieces$90.00
Rotisserie Chicken
Available as 8 - piece cuts upon request. $56 | 12 Quarters (Choose your flavor below).
House Rub
Seasoned and roasted chicken.
BBQ
Seasoned and roasted chicken with a Hickory Smoked BBQ Sauce Glaze.
Sweet & Spicy Chicken
Seasoned and roasted chicken with sweet chili sauce.
Pasta Pans & More
Red Beans & Rice (Feeds 6-10)
Half Pan$32.00
Grilled Chicken (16 Pieces)$57.00
With Grilled Andouille Sausage (16 Pieces)$56.00
Shrimp Breaux Bridge Pasta (Feeds 6-10)
Half Pan$55.00
Sedona Chicken Paninis (Feeds 6-10. 20 Pieces)
$70.00
Philly Beef Paninis (Feeds 6-10. 20 Pieces)
$75.00
Sampler Panini Platter (Feeds 6-10. 20 Pieces)
$73.00
Sides
Roasted Corn Grits
Pint$10.00
Quart$17.00
Red Beans & Rice
Pint$10.00
Quart$17.00
Bacon Braised Collard Greens
Pint$10.00
Quart$17.00
Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Seasonal)
Pint$10.00
Quart$17.00
Green Beans
Pint$10.00
Quart$17.00
Thai Green Beans
Pint$10.00
Quart$17.00
Steamed Broccoli
Pint$10.00
Quart$17.00
Zea Potatoes
Pint$10.00
Quart$17.00
Desserts
Sweet Potato Pecan Bread Pudding
8 Slices$35.00
16 Slices$60.00
Classic Cheesecake
6 Slices$30.00
12 Slices$50.00
Chocolate Caramel Brownie
8 Slices$35.00
16 Slices$60.00
Catering Beverages
Classic Iced Tea
Unsweetened. Includes cups, straws, sweeteners and lemons.
By the Gallon$11.00
Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
Includes cups and straws.
By the Gallon$14.25
Bag of Ice
$4.75
Zea Catering Info
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Let us take the work out of your next event with Zea "Catering To-Go." We do all the work; you take all the credit! We offer delivery to certain areas with a minimum order. Please place orders 24 hours in advance. Ask about delivery options. Menu items may vary by location and selection. Prices are subject to change. Just feeding the family, check out our Family Meals or Tailgate Bundles!
Zea Can Supply You with
Disposable Serving Utensils, Place Setting, and Napkins. Available Upon Request.
Disposable Chafing Dishes. Available for Purchase.
Family Meals
Feeds 3 to 4. Includes choice of two pints of sides & House or Zeasar salad.
Whole Rotisserie Chicken Family Meal
$54.00
Choose your sauce: House Rub, BBQ, or Sweet & Spicy.
Beef Sirloin Family Meal
$69.00
1 ½ lbs. sliced. Crusted and seared sirloin tip sliced with a burgundy mushroom glace.
Thai Ribs Family Meal
$74.00
2 large racks of premium slow-roasted St. Louis style spareribs, grilled with your choice of hickory smoked BBQ sauce, dry spice rub or Thai style.
BBQ Chicken & Ribs Family Meal
$69.00
Half rotisserie chicken with your choice of BBQ or sweet & spicy, 1 large rack of ribs with a choice of hickory smoked BBQ sauce, dry spice rub or Thai style.
Shrimp & Grits Family Meal
$45.00
Roasted corn grits topped with sautéed shrimp, Chef Paul Prudhomme's andouille sausage, étouffée sauce.
Shrimp Breaux Bridge Pasta Family Meal
$59.00
Tender shrimp sautéed in garlic and herbs, penne pasta in spicy cream sauce.
Fried Chicken & Red Beans Family Meal
$52.00
One quart of red beans, one quart of brown rice, 4 chicken breasts. Does not include choice of two sides. Add 1lb of Chef Paul Prudhomme's smoked andouille sausage +$12.
Quarter of chicken brined, white or dark, rubbed with our secret house seasoning and rotisserie roasted every hour on an open flame. Choice of sauce and two sides. House Rub, Backyard BBQ, Sweet Chili Glaze, Louisiana BBQ.
Grilled Chicken Breast
$13.95
Simply seasoned. Choice of two sides.
Sedona Chicken Panini
$13.95
Half panini, rotisserie chicken, onion, garlic, mixed cheeses, cilantro, tomatoes, corn, chipotle aioli. Choice of one side.
Philly Beef Panini
$13.95
Half panini, rotisserie beef sirloin, caramelized onion, mixed cheeses, mayo. Choice of one side.
Rotisserie Beef Sirloin
$15.50
Rotisserie beef sirloin tip, sliced, rich burgundy mushroom glacé. Choice of two sides.
Red Beans & Rice
$18.95
Fried chicken breast, Chef Paul Prudhomme's smoked andouille sausage.
Bronzed Trout
$17.50
Fresh, sustainable Snake River Canyon trout fillet, seasoned and seared. Available grilled. Choice of two sides.
Slow-cooked St. Louis style ribs, finished on the grill. Fresh ginger-infused soy sauce, sweet chili, sesame seeds, Asian herbs. Also available BBQ or Dry. Choice of two sides.
Quarter of chicken brined, white or dark, rubbed with our secret house seasoning and rotisserie roasted every hour on an open flame. Choice of sauce and two sides. House Rub, Backyard BBQ, Sweet Chili Glaze, Louisiana BBQ.
Thai Ribs Combo
$23.50
Four slow-cooked St. Louis style ribs, finished on the grill. Fresh ginger-infused soy sauce, sweet chili, sesame seeds Asian herbs. Also available BBQ or Dry. Choice of two sides.
Shrimp & Grits Combo
$23.95
Roasted corn grits, premium Ecuadorian shrimp, Chef Paul Prudhomme's andouille sausage, étouffée sauce.
Honey Island Chicken Combo
$21.50
Fried chicken breast, jack cheese, tomato, bacon, lettuce, Creole honey mustard. Choice of one side.
Fried chicken breast, Chef Paul Prudhomme's smoked andouille sausage.
Rotisserie Beef Sirloin Combo
$19.95
Rotisserie beef sirloin tip, sliced, rich burgundy mushroom glacé. Choice of two sides.
Bronzed Trout Combo
$21.95
Fresh, sustainable Snake River Canyon trout fillet, seasoned and seared. Available grilled. Choice of two sides.
Sides
Roasted Corn Grits
Zea Potatoes
Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Seasonal)
Long Grain White Rice
French Fries
Red Beans & Rice
Bacon Braised Collard Greens
Steamed Broccoli
Green Beans
Thai Green Beans
Information
Eats and treats for kids 10 and under.
Entrees
With choice of 1 side.
Rotisserie Chicken Plate
$10.25
¼ Chicken plain or BBQ.
Rotisserie Meat of the Day
$9.25
Beef Sirloin.
Certified Angus Beef Sliders (2)
$9.75
Grilled Cheese Panini
$7.25
Fried or Grilled Shrimp
$9.75
Fried or Grilled Chicken Breast Strips
$9.75
Pasta
Mac and Cheese
$9.25
Noodles and Alfredo
$8.95
Noodles and Butter
$8.50
Topped with parmesan.
Sides
French Fries
$3.75
Roasted Corn Grits
$3.75
Green Beans
$3.75
Thai Green Beans
$3.75
Zea Potatoes
$3.75
Red Beans & Rice
$3.75
Steamed Broccoli
$3.75
Long Grained White Rice
$3.75
Mashed Sweet Potatoes (Seasonal)
$3.75
Kid's Dinner Salad w/ Romaine Lettuce
$3.75
Dessert
Root Beer Float
$5.95
Coke Float
$5.95
Kid's Ice Cream Sundae
$6.00
Vanilla ice cream with whipped cream and chocolate or caramel.
Starters
Roasted Garlic Hummus*
Our signature hummus served with cucumber slices. Serves two.
House Salad*
Romaine and spring mix, carrots, tomato with a low-fat sundried tomato balsamic vinaigrette.
Zeasar Salad*
Romaine hearts, Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese.
From the Rotisserie
Rotisserie Chicken
Quarter chicken, white or dark meat, roasted on an open flame with Zea's signatue House Rub. Choice of two Z-Lightful sides.
Rotisserie Beef Sirloin*
Seared rotisserie beef sirloin tip, sliced and served with a rich burgundy mushroom glacé. Choice of two Z-lightful sides.
Entrées
Grilled Chicken Breast*
Simply seasoned chicken breast, served with your choice of two Z-Lightful sides.
Bronzed Trout*
Fresh Snake River Canyon trout fillet, seasoned and seared. Your choice of two Z-Lightful sides.
Grilled Trout*
Fresh Snake River Canyon trout fillet, grilled. Your choice of two Z-lightful sides.
Balsamic Salmon*
Fresh Atlantic salmon served grilled with a balsamic glaze. Your choice of two Z-Lightful sides.
Z-Lightful Sides
Steamed Broccoli*
Green Beans*
Gluten & Ketogenic
The below information is a list of our menu items that may fit your gluten-free diet. This information was obtained from published sources and suppliers of each of the items. Please inform your server if you, or guests in you dining party, have a gluten allergy. Please be aware that during normal operations involving shared cooking and preparation areas, including common fryer oil, the possibility exists for food items to come in contact with other food products. Due to these circumstances, we are unable to guarantee that any menu items can be completely free of gluten or other allergens.
No Gluten Added with No Needed Modifications
House Salad
Spinach Salad
Corn Bisque
Rotisserie Chicken
Plain with sauce: BBQ, Sweet Chili Glaze.
Ribs
BBQ or Dry Rub.
Rotisserie Ribeye
Grilled Chicken Breast
Bronzed Trout
Grilled Trout
Balsamic Salmon
Salt & Pepper Salmon
Sides
Grits, Broccoli, Sweet Potatoes, Snap Beans, Brown Rice.
2024 Holiday Hours: Easter – Open 11am-9pm, Company Picnic April 2 – Closed, Thanksgiving Day – Closed, Christmas Eve – Close at 3pm, Christmas Day – Closed
About Us
In 1990, three energetic and creative chefs, Hans Limburg, Greg Reggio, and Gary Darling joined together to form an experienced culinary and restaurant development team. The company's mission was clear: To develop and operate unique restaurant concepts and to provide a wide array of consulting services to the industry. The Taste Buds created Zea in 1997 with their first location in Harahan, Louisiana. It immediately gained popularity within the community and acclaim from restaurant associations. From their award winning recipes and “Best New Restaurant” awards from Gambit Magazine Readers Poll and New Orleans Magazine, the Taste Buds had another hit on their hands. There are currently five locations in the New Orleans area.