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Zen

Adelaide Street, Belfast Bt1, Northern Ireland
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Ranked #42 of 326 restaurants in Belfast
4.0 of 5 stars 146 Reviews
Cuisines: Japanese
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Romantic, Groups, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Kent
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012 NEW

I love this place!! It is like walking into another world. The decor and ambience is just beautiful. The food ... an absolute taste sensation. We got a few dishes between us and shared, all were awesome!! I cannot fault anything in this place, and will be back next time I'm in Belfast.

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Ballymena, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

On a work night out we visited Zen where we were only thinking of staying for dinner we ended up there all night. The entire experience of the restaurant was fabulous- I loved it. Our food was without fault, well presented and tasty. The service I have been telling friends was again without fault, it was the best I have... More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Zen in the city center is only Zen you should go to. Great cocktails, great atmosphere and absolutely stunning food. When I lived in Belfast this was our anniversary restaurant, absolutely perfect for a intimate meal with great service during the week (crazy on saturdays)

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See 4 more reviews by sweetsounding for Belfast
Ballymena, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

I don't usually stray too far from European dishes, but decided to push out the boat and try Zen in Belfast. I didn't regret it! The food was fantastic and the service was perfectly attentive. I would highly recommend it, having been back myself too! Also - the location isn't far from the city centre so I was able to... More

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scotland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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A friend who used to live in Belfast recommneded Zen to us. We went on our first night in Belfast. The restaurant can only be described as cool, the kind of surroundings I woudl expect in New York. The menu had plenty of choice. I has Miso soup, but you can't really og wrong with that. My friends had the... More

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USA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
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While in Belfast, we asked the hotel staff where they thought the best restaurant within walking distance was - they said Zen. We initially hesitated - come to Belfast and have Japanese fusion food. We were so glad we went with their recommendation! It was the top meal of our entire vacation. The beef ribs and asparagus and the strawberry... More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

The food here is simply wonderful. I've eaten here several times and have never been disappointed. Flavours are just amazing. It's not overly expensive but not too cheap either! I spent £140.00 for 3 people eating including a drink. Would recommend trying it out.

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Belfast, UK
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

I've eaten here a few times and every time I have had exceptional and delicious food accompanied by some of the best tasting cocktails in Belfast. The service has always been second to none, particularity from Alex who makes a visit to Zen so rewarding. An absolute must!!

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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Very busy restaurant but easy to see why it's lovely. We asked at our hotel for a nice Chinese restaurant and we were sent here and wouldn't think twice to recommend zen to anyone. Good value for the service and food you get, worth a visit

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Loved it! Delicious food and cocktails. Excellent attention from staff. Wonderful atmosphere.Definately will be going back x

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