Japanese Bistro Zen

A bite-sized morsel of Japan right on Auckland's glistening viaduct, Japanese Bistro Zen is offering Kaiseki style Japanese cuisine with prime views from one of Auckland's most iconic locations.

From New Zealand to Japan in just a few seconds, this bistro is like a portal into another world. Boasting that beautiful wooden interior that makes Japanese eateries so unique and cosy, you are welcomed by a softly lit dining room, complete with cosy corners and traditional dining tables that give you plenty of privacy should you wish. And with long booths too, all your loved ones can squish together in this homey establishment that is a glorious mishmash of colours, textures and everything cool and quirky in Japan.

Exquisite presentation and flavour are at the forefront of the menu. If you're visiting at midday, then order in the Japanese lunch classic, known for its convenience and grab-and-go quality; we're talking about the Bento Box of course. With a meat and seafood version, welcome the afternoon with a delicious variety of tempura, sushi rolls, miso soup and teriyaki yums. Alternatively, warm up with an udon soup or any of the Zen set meals.

For supper, take your time with some delicious entrees. With small helpings of karaage chicken, mixed tempura, agedashi tofu and teppan scallops, all the best and most familiar flavours are here for your pleasure. And that's before we get to mains where you'll find the warming embrace of katsu, teriyaki salmon, melt-in-the-mouth wagyu and fried rice. Alternatively, keep your cool with a mixed sushi plate or customise your own sushi experience with their amazing range of rolls. Welcome to Japanese Bistro, where Zen is achieved by the mouthful.