Zen - Japanese Food Fast

I liked this place for a couple of visits, but quickly grew tired of it. I'm the type to eat one of their "bowls" and I'm not a fan of many of the options. When choosing from the ones that are a regular menu item (not build your own) most of the options are spicy which I can't handle. When you build your own, it's usually just a bit boring, though tasty enough. The only thing I enjoyed quite a bit was the shrimp and bacon appetizer, though it's not something I find myself craving a lot. My husband loves the Chuck Norris Chicken tacos, but I don't care for the pickled cucumbers. It is pretty cheap, and if you like sushi, I hear it's a great, affordable option for that.

Great staff and lots of healthy choices at reasonable prices. I recommend the Buddha Mix Build-Your-Own-Bowl with white chicken and Udon noodles and ginger-lime sauce. Lots of fresh veggies. The noodles remind me of dumplings and the sauce is flavorful without being too spicy. It's a great choice if you're trying to eat healthy!

This place is great option for healthy food that is pretty fast. They have a lot of options ranging from sushi, to sushi tacos, to healthy bowls. You can choose one of their selections or build your own bowl. I definitely suggest building your own bowl, they have a lot options for creating some really great meals.

This place is great for good and fast Japanese food. I like to make my own bowl with chicken, Buddah blend veggies, and broth with brown rice - So Delicious!! Many of my coworkers like to get some of the pre-made sushi rolls; they say they are good (for a fast sushi place). :)

Center menu features the popular build-a-bowl with protein / veggie / rice or noodle layers, but the predefined combinations were hard for me to turn down. I went for the "double-meat" option on the tofu and chose the Buddha umami blend, which came with a delicious, teriyaki-like sauce. The high-tech interior is dominated by a wall of windows peering silently out to Guadalupe traffic whizzing by. I loved the food. The staff was friendly and supportive on my first visit. And I look forward to coming back for more.

Uses to roll past it quite a bit, then finally dropped in for an evening bite. Brilliant move! Love the Neo-Zen, laid back dining atmosphere. The food was absolutely delicious, very healthy and obviously a good hit and run choice for the health conscious elite of Austin. Not too expensive, but very tasty for the money!

Non traditional sushi that is not very good. A lot of fried options and names that make no sense. I did not enjoy any I my meal here. My wife had a better experience than me but not great. Stick to more traditional sushi places.

I got take out through Grub Hub and all I can say is... WOW! That was the best take out I have gotten in Austin period. I ordered the Shishito Steak with Rice and it hit the spot. I live in San Antonio and I am going to have to come back with my girlfriend to eat there. Can't wait!