Chez Nous

Chez Nous is a restaurant in Schenectady, NY, offering a distinctive dining experience centered on house-aged beef, smoked meats, chops, and ribs, all prepared with fresh, locally sourced herbs and vegetables. The restaurant specializes in handmade soups, pastas, and raviolis, and features its own family sourdough culture to craft white, wheat, and rye breads and rolls. Desserts and pastries are made daily, emphasizing scratch cooking and quality ingredients. Serving lunch and dinner Tuesday through Friday, and dinner on Saturday, Chez Nous welcomes families, workers, and visitors seeking a warm, inviting atmosphere with elevated comfort cuisine. The restaurant holds a 4.60 rating from 158 reviews, reflecting consistent customer satisfaction.

The restaurant emphasizes a hands-on, traditional approach to cooking, with all breads and much of the menu crafted in-house. The kitchen’s dedication to fresh, seasonal ingredients and homemade preparations is central to its identity. The menu highlights aged beef and smoked meats, complemented by dishes made from scratch, including soups and pastas. The dining experience is enhanced by a welcoming, family-style environment that blends casual charm with refined touches, inspired by the warmth of a French country home.

Located at 707 Union Street, Chez Nous sits just a short walk from South Avenue Park and the Schenectady County Karen B. Johnson Main Library, with the Schenectady Police Department and MopCo Improv Theater also within a quarter-mile. Nearby, Clarkson University’s Capital Region Campus adds a vibrant academic presence to the neighborhood.

With a solid reputation built on a large base of customer reviews, Chez Nous is recognized for its consistent quality, personalized service, and commitment to scratch-made food. The restaurant’s long-standing presence and high customer retention reflect its trusted standing in the local dining scene.

Chez Nous stands out as a neighborhood favorite in Schenectady, where tradition, craftsmanship, and community come together over a shared meal.