Zen
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3JS
Tel: +44 0191 384 9588
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TripAdvisor

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- Value
- Food
- Atmosphere
- Excellent1182
- Very Good473
- Average220
- Poor105
- Terrible91
Recent Reviews:
- Laura KFab Thai foodSunday, 28th September 2025As usual food was excellent. It was very busy and we had to wait for our pre-booked table. The staff did apologise on several occasions and gave us a complimentary round of drinks to apologise for... Read full review
- Sharon RDisappointedSunday, 28th September 2025I used to love Zen but today found the food mediocre for the price charged. No atmosphere and no wow factor. Went as a treat but found food bland and service mediocre. So disappointing as it used to... Read full review
- Debbie MFabulous independent local restaurantMonday, 29th September 2025Our first visit to Zen and it definitely won’t be our last. My daughter and I were really looking forward to it after reviewing the menu and our daughter knowing people who had been and had a... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age)
Parking & Transport
- Off site parking - Street parking free after 6pm.
Access Information
Opening Times
2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday - Sunday | 11:30 | - 23:00 |
Bank Holiday | Open |
* Closed Christmas Day
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Zen is in Durham City on Court Lane, next to the Law Courts. From the A1(M) take the A690 and head into Durham City centre. At the roundabout with the Prince Bishops Shopping Centre take the first left onto New Elvet. At the Royal County Hotel turn left. Follow this road to your first right into Court Lane. Zen is less than 100 yards away.