Japanese Bistro Zen
CONTACT
Ph: 09 307 0936
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104 Customs Street West
Auckland,
1010 NZ
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Opening Hours
| SUN | 12:00pm - 3:00pm |
|---|---|
| 5:30pm - 11:00pm | |
| MON | 12:00pm - 3:00pm |
| 5:30pm - 11:00pm | |
| TUE | 12:00pm - 3:00pm |
| 5:30pm - 11:00pm | |
| WED | 12:00pm - 3:00pm |
| 5:30pm - 11:00pm | |
| THU | 12:00pm - 3:00pm |
| 5:30pm - 11:00pm | |
| FRI | 12:00pm - 3:00pm |
| 5:30pm - 11:00pm | |
| SAT | 12:00pm - 3:00pm |
| 5:30pm - 11:00pm |
The Details
Cuisine
- Japanese
Need to Know
- Great for Dates
- Healthy Options
Serving
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Late Night
The Verdict
On Customs Street West in the Viaduct lies Japanese Bistro Zen, a modern yet authentic Japanese restaurant with an eclectic atmosphere, making it incredibly attractive to groups of young and old alike who are keen for a more upscale evening out. The menu encourages sharing, and is organised into different bite-sized plates for tasting.
The real wow factor at Japanese Bistro Zen is the way in which they elevate the taste of the food through presentation. From skillets full of delicate octopus fritters to rice balls over a charcoal barbeque, Japanese Bistro Zen creates food with dignity, and what they produce is nothing short of a masterpiece.
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