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Zen Japanese Restaurant
The term “edible art” is an appropriate way of describing Zen’s menu. Inspired by traditional Japanese cuisine, the inventive menu is heavily influenced by the abundance of wonderful West Coast seafood and produce. The premium is on quality, with the best offerings from Japan being served daily. Sushi and Sashimi creations are staples, but Zen has something special for any and all diners including a selection of highly innovative tempura, teppanyaki, and delicious robata (Japanese barbecue) highlighted by chicken yakitori, garlic short ribs, and simply grilled fresh fish. Adventurous diners can choose “omakase” and have our master chef put together the day’s finest selections. Zen’s knowledgeable staff will assist you in choosing the perfect beverage to accompany your meal from an unparalleled inventory of premium sake and specialized beer and wine lists. Zen is also a perfect venue for social and business gatherings
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30 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 30 reviews
5 stars
(7)
4 stars
(11)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(17)
- fit for foodies(13)
- special occasion(13)
- kid-friendly(5)
- romantic(5)
- good for groups(4)
Zen Japanese Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was interesting but
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was interesting but not well executed. Our sushi rolls were loose and fell apart which makes eating sushi a chore and not so much fun."
Dined on 28/04/2013
2009
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Zen is a favorite of ours
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Zen is a favorite of ours although it is certainly getting expensive. Love the hamachi roll, spicy tuna, salmon negiri. Sometimes it can get pretty intense as its small and busy."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was very good, although
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was very good, although the portions were small. All three of us left hungry."
Dined on 21/03/2013
2013
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Review 4 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
First time to try this restaurant,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time to try this restaurant, we ordered sashimi set, it was so so, but the Uni was fresh as the waitress told so. Miso soup is too salty, green tea is a bit bitter. I would say this place is below my expectation."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2009
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Review 5 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
horrible service. waited 45
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"horrible service. waited 45 min to order and 30min to order a beer and 20min for the bill. food was good though. but will not go back again."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2009
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 6 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The sushi was outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The sushi was outstanding and the service was excellent."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent but a bit overpriced
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent but a bit overpriced Desert for one was $10"
Dined on 15/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were a group of six and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were a group of six and did the dine out menu. One person did not want desert, so was offered more of the main course. We had a person with some food allergies and they were most accommodating. My husband and I have been there before and love the food, and the service is excellent, fabulous place!"
Dined on 27/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was awesome, tasty and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was awesome, tasty and very fresh. Great flavours and presentation. We will definitely go back."
Dined on 26/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Expensive Small Portions.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food tasted great, but the portion sizes were abismal. Prices where way too expensive for what you got."
Dined on 26/01/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 11 for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Sushi in West Van
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The sushi was inventive and delicious. The restaurant was very quiet but it was late on a Wednesday. In fact, they very graciously stayed open for us even though we were late for our 9 pm reservation. If this restaurant was in our neighbourhood we would make it our regular sushi spot. Not sure we'll make a special trip across Lion's Gate for it, though."
Dined on 23/01/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Zen Japanese Restaurant
Based on the average of (19) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate