Zen 320
Brookline, MA 02445-6850
Phone: (617) 566-7800
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Holden Street
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 11:30am-3pm, 5pm-11:30pm, Sun 5pm-10:30pm
Editorial Review for Zen 320 – by Citysearch Staff
The Scene
Zen 320's narrow, L-shaped dining room provides a quiet, unassuming spot for local couples to sip green tea and slurp bowls of spicy fish stew. Solo diners belly up to the small sushi bar to watch ex-pat chefs turn out inventive rolls (where else can you find a "Texas roll" that features sliced barbecue beef and spinaeh?). Pleasant, reserved waitresses serve up selections from an affordable beverage menu that features several hot and cold sakes.
The Food
While many patrons come for the dirt-cheap sushi, others stop by for bargain bento boxes served day and night. Adventurous diners indulge in Korean specialties, most of which (mussel stew, spicy conch) are unfamiliar to Western palates. House salad, a refreshing assemblage of seaweed topped with slices of raw tuna, salmon and fluke, is a serviceable starter. Top choices among the seafood-heavy entree list include tender salmon teriyaki and spicy pan-fried squid.
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Insider Tips
Save MoneyIf most of the people at your table are in a sushi mood, save a few bucks by ordering one of the robust combos or party platters.
ParkingIf all the meters in front are taken, head down Washington Street toward Davis Avenue, which offers plenty of unmetered street parking.
User Reviews for Zen 320
01/27/2008 Posted by brooklinesushigirl
Went in on a Friday night, parking was scarce, but I was still optimistic. Unfortunately the hour we eaited after placing our order was rather disappointing. Waiters were impossible to track down and water glasses and questions about where our food was were empty and unanswered. The sushi itself was quite good and the price was fantastic. However, after waiting an hour for our food it hardly seemed worth the effort. Save your money and time.
Pros: Affordable, sushi was good
Cons: took forever
12/17/2006 Posted by bigredphantom
I love Zen 320! I go there at least once a week. If you go here, please do not expect Fugakyu/Oiishi quality sushi. But if you just enjoy sushi and are ok with Whole Foods sushi quality at half the price, then this is your place. I recommend ordering in if you live close by.
Pros: Price
Cons: Slow
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