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Zen Kitchen & Bar, Port Richey, FL

Zen Kitchen & Bar

4.9
4.9
188 Reviews
$30 and under
Pan-Asian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
For 20years, Chef Victor Wang and Owner Chiara Covelli have reigned over their highly acclaimed restaurant… Zen Forrest… known for its Chinese, Korean, Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, and Singapore. Award winning lunches and Dinner. Private events, cooking classes. Zen Forrest was known for amazing food, sake, wine and imported and local beers.
When the lease came up at Zen Forrest and they couldn't stay Chiara thought it might be the end of Zen Forrest in New Port Richey. As good things do happen, with the assistance of the new partner, Jay Patel, he found the perfect location on Grand Boulevard in downtown New Port Richey. It is a larger restaurant accommodating over 150 guests, with a Sushi Bar and a sociable, full liquor cocktail bar.

Chef Victor and partners are pleased to share their excitement with loyal Zen Forrest customers and friends and they look forward to hosting you to a new ZEN Kitchen & Bar experience.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Chinese, Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (727) 888-1936
  • Website
    https://zenkitchenandbar.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Wang
  • Private party facilities
    Private room available for meetings, events and parties. With room for 40 guests

Menu

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What 188 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zen Kitchen & Bar offers a delightful fusion dining experience with "wonderful food" and "terrific service." The menu impresses with "innovative flavors" and standout dishes like butter chicken and sushi. Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive" staff, making it a favorite spot for both regulars and newcomers.

188 Reviews

  1. Steve

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    While the music (female artist) was enjoyable the noise was too high for conversation. It encouraged rowdy behavior from the bar which filtered loudly into the dining area.

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  2. James

    Tampa

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was top shelf, the food was great and the ambience was very cool! Truly the gem of downtown New Port Richey. I had the lamb shank and it was incredible. 

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  3. Steve

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group consisted of returning and first time customers. We all loved the food, the ambience of the restaurant and cocktails. Our server, Michelle was awesome and would ask for her again upon our return. She was friendly, gave great recommendations and always checking in with us.

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  4. Kathryn

    Tampa

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    wonderful restaurant with delicious food located in cute downtown new port richey

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  5. Dr. Daryle

    Tampa

    146 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    146 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Love the restaurant decor. The food unfortunately continues to be inconsistent at times. Ordered the gulf shrimp lo mein and it was made with angel hair pasta which was cooked al dente. Didn't even bother to tell them because I was just so amazed that it was served this way. Love the Zen Palmer but time to get the food service back on track.

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  6. CinelliL

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 14 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great little place with fabulous food. Samosa’s were delish as well as the pad thai.

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  7. William

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, excellent unique cocktails, delicious fresh food, and killer desserts. Our favorite spot in NPR.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the atmosphere and food. We sat in the bar area at a table which I thought was a better atmosphere than the dining room. The cocktails were very good. We had the Japanese Whiskey Old Fashioned. Sushi was amazing and so was the general Tao chicken entree. Wait staff was friendly and helpful choosing items from the menu! We will be back soon!

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  9. Angie

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food, Zen never fails! Our server was great.

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  10. Cliff

    Tampa

    64 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on 5 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good - be sure to specify how spicy, otherwise it's usually too hot. I ordered the Chai Iced Tea, had it before about 3-4 months ago. The glass I got was 1/3 the size of last time for the same price! Inflation is not 300%. So be careful ordering and ask to be sure.

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FAQs

Zen Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (727) 888-1936.

Zen Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 188 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zen Kitchen & Bar

6229 Grand Blvd, Port Richey, FL 34652-2603

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Missouri Ave.
  • Area
    New Port Richey
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Chinese, Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Wang
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Website
    https://zenkitchenandbar.com/
  • Phone number
    (727) 888-1936
  • Private party facilities
    Private room available for meetings, events and parties. With room for 40 guests
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