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Zen Japanese Restaurant, Markham, ON

Zen Japanese Restaurant

4.8
4.8
325 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
Zen Japanese Restaurant is aiming for the preservation of the traditional culture of Japanese cuisine, which gives the best impression of the cuisine to the patron while being loved by them.

Canada is a multi-cultural country comprised of people with diverse backgrounds. Zen Japanese Restaurant is formed, in part, from this diversity and strives to become a place where patron could dine comfortably. We believe that the restaurant is also a form of entertainment. By providing great service, beautiful food presentation and delicious cuisine we believe patrons will have the best impression possible of Zen Japanese Restaurant and Japanese cuisine. We believe, as long as we continue with this thought, it is natural for patrons to fall in love with Zen Japanese Restaurant.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–14:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (905) 604-7211
  • Website
    http://zenjapaneserestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

Zen Japanese Restaurant's menu was last updated 2024-09-28.

Zensai (Appetizer)

  • Kamo RoastCA$17.50

    Roasted Duck

    • Agedashi TofuCA$10.00

      Deep-fried Homemade Tofu in Broth

      • Soft Shell CrabCA$26.00

        Deep-fried Soft Shell Crab

        • Gyutan Yawaraka-NiCA$16.50

          Simmered Beef Tongue

          Ippin (a la Carte)

          Make Your Own Lunch Set. Add Rice, Miso Soup, Vegetable: Starting at - $6.50; Add 3 pcs Sushi: Starting at - $15; Add Small Udon: Starting at - $6.50

          • TempuraCA$28.00

            Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura

            • Lobster TempuraCA$49.50

              Fresh Lobster Tail Tempura

              • Tokujo TonkatsuCA$27.50

                Breaded Premuim Pork

                • SashimiCA$35.00

                  Assorted Sliced Raw Fish

                  • Gindara Saikyo YakiCA$30.00

                    Grilled Miso Marinated Black Cod

                    A5 Wagyu

                    • A5 Wagyu Filet Mignon SteakCA$140.00

                      A5 Japanese Beef Filet Mignon Steak, 100g

                      • A5 Wagyu Filet Mignon Hohba YakiCA$115.00

                        A5 Japanese Beef Filet Mignon, cooked on Magnolia leaf, 80g

                        • Hida Gyu Suki-NabeCA$85.00

                          Sliced A5, Hida Japanese Beef cooked in hot pot, 50g

                          Wagyu

                          • Wagyu SteakCA$98.00

                            A4 Japanese Beef Striploin Steak, 100g

                            • Wagyu Hohba YakiCA$84.00

                              A4 Japanese Beef & Miso cooked on Hoh leaf, 70g

                              • Wagyu Suki-NabeCA$56.00

                                Sliced A4 Japanese Beef cooked in hot pot, 50g

                                Lunch Set

                                Served with Sashimi, Rice, Miso soup & Side dish. Limited Quantity

                                • Hamachi Kama Set

                                  Grilled Yellowtail Neck, lightly salted

                                  • Market

                                Donburi

                                Served with Miso soup & Side Dish

                                • Japanese UnajyuCA$58.00

                                  Japanese B.B.Q eel on bowl of rice

                                  Sushi

                                  • Nigiri SushiCA$48.00

                                    Assorted Nigiri Sushi served with Miso soup

                                    • Chirashi & UdonCA$45.00

                                      Assorted sliced raw fish on bowl of sushi rice & small Udon noodle soup

                                      • Tekka Don & UdonCA$45.00

                                        Sliced Blue Fin Tuna on bowl of sushi rice & small Udon noodle soup

                                        • Sake Ikura Don & UdonCA$40.00

                                          Sliced Salmon, Seared Salmon and Salmon Roe on bowl of sushi rice & small Udon noodle soup

                                          • Maguro Zukushi & UdonCA$80.00

                                            Sliced Blue Fin Tuna, Chu Toro, Toro, Seared Toro, Negi Toro on bowl of sushi rice & small Udon noodle soup

                                            Lunch Time 10% Off on Omakase

                                            • Omakase SushiCA$165.00

                                              Chef's Choice Assorted Sushi, served with Miso Soup

                                              • Omakase Sushi & SashimiCA$165.00

                                                Chef's Choice Assorted Sashimi & 7 pcs Chef's Choice Assorted Sushi, served with Miso Soup

                                                Omakase Course

                                                Lunch Time 10% off on Omakase Course

                                                  Omakase Sushi Course for One

                                                  $200

                                                  • Miso Soup

                                                    • Zensai

                                                      Assorted Appetizers

                                                      • Sushi

                                                        6 pcs Chef's Choice Nigiri Sushi

                                                        • Sushi

                                                          7 pcs Chef's Choice Nigiri Sushi & Negi Toro Hand Roll

                                                          • Homemade Dessert

                                                            Omakase Sushi & Sashimi Course for One

                                                            $200

                                                            • Miso Soup

                                                              • Zensai

                                                                Assorted Appetizers

                                                                • Sashimi

                                                                  7 pcs Chef's Choice Sashimi

                                                                  • Sushi

                                                                    7 pcs Chef's Choice Nigiri Sushi & Negi Toro Hand Roll

                                                                    • Homemade Dessert

                                                                      Last updated: 28 September 2024

                                                                      What 325 people are saying

                                                                      Zen Japanese Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                      4.8
                                                                      4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                      • 4.8Food
                                                                      • 4.9Service
                                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                                      • 4.4Value

                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                      Loved For

                                                                      • Toronto / Ontario

                                                                        Japanese

                                                                      • York

                                                                        Best Overall

                                                                      • York

                                                                        Best Food

                                                                      • York

                                                                        Best Service

                                                                      Review summary

                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                      Zen Japanese Restaurant offers an "immaculate experience" with "amazing food" and a renowned omakase menu. Guests praise the "top-of-the-line" cuisine and "exceptional service" in a "peaceful" setting. While some find it pricey, the "quality and value" make it "worth the experience" for those seeking authentic Japanese flavors.

                                                                      325 Reviews

                                                                      1. Nicolas

                                                                        Hong Kong2 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        Dined on 6 March 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        One of our favourite Japanese restaurants! Always a great dining experience!

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                                                                      2. MaryL

                                                                        Toronto2 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        Dined on 4 March 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Food and service were great. It has consistent good quality every time I visit the restaurant. Thank you chef and serves. You all deserve 5 stsrs

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                                                                      3. Michael VIP

                                                                        Toronto14 reviews

                                                                        4.0

                                                                        Dined on 26 February 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        The best Sushi/Sashimi I have ever had. More than a bit pricier than I expected.

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                                                                      4. Hiram

                                                                        Toronto16 reviews

                                                                        4.0

                                                                        Dined on 21 February 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Food quality was excellent. The portion for the Gozen meal is a bit small. I was still kind of hungry after the dinner.

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                                                                      5. Jennifer

                                                                        Toronto1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        Dined on 20 February 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Had an amazing time celebrating my mom’s birthday during lunch hour! Their hospitality was as warm and welcoming as always, making the experience even more special. The food was exceptional—high quality, beautifully presented and prepared with incredible attention to detail. Every dish was a delight, and the service was impeccable. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an authentic and memorable dining experience.

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                                                                      6. AngelaL VIP

                                                                        Toronto7 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        Dined on 19 February 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        A wonderful experience from start to finish! We had the dinner sushi gozen. We enjoyed all the dishes…beautiful presentation, pleasing to the eye and to the stomach! Service was impeccable as well. Thank you for a lovely evening!

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                                                                      7. Dzi VIP

                                                                        Houston1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        Dined on 16 February 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Fantastic omakase and sushi experience and my most favorite Japanese restaurant!

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                                                                      8. Hugh VIP

                                                                        Toronto1 review

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        The best omakase uptown toronto!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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                                                                      9. Melissa

                                                                        Toronto30 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        Dined on 13 February 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Excellent as always. We are addicted to this restaurant!

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                                                                      10. Adrian

                                                                        Toronto3 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        Dined on 11 February 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Food quality is excellent, preparation time is reasonable!

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                                                                      FAQs

                                                                      Zen Japanese Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 325 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                      2 people
                                                                      19:00
                                                                      Booked 7 times today
                                                                      Google Map for Zen Japanese Restaurant

                                                                      7634 Woodbine Ave., Markham, ON L3R 2N2

                                                                      Additional information

                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                        Woodbine Ave. & 14th
                                                                      • Area
                                                                        Markham
                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                        Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–14:30 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:30–22:00
                                                                      • Price
                                                                        CAN$51 and over
                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                        Japanese, Sushi
                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                        Fine Dining
                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                        Business Casual
                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                        Private Lot
                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                        AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                      • Additional
                                                                        Counter Seating, Non-Smoking
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