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Overall Total Score
3.8 out of 5
Very good | 1025 reviews

What heavymobs doesn't like about Zen City:
This restaurant was absolutely terrible. They only offered an all-you-can-eat buffet with awful, greasy, tasteless food. We could hardly eat any of it because it was so bad. It was the worst Chinese food we've ever had and we would never go back. I recommend avoiding this place unless you just want to indulge in low-quality, greasy food. Quantity was prioritized over quality at this establishment. View all feedback. What User likes about Zen City:
A solemn dinner with my beautiful wife on her birthday. I booked in advance what was just as good in it today. Nevertheless, every mouthful of our meals was delicious, cooked for perfection and served quickly while we were hotly pierced. The menu is quite extensive, so much choice. Very recommended. View all feedback.

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5.0 ★ from 10 reviews

A solemn dinner with my beautiful wife on her birthday. I booked in advance what was just as good in it today. Nevertheless, every mouthful of our meals was del...

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Had a nice meal, though to demand to move due to a really strong body odor from diner on the next table. This was forcibly done and with minimal foot and the re...

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The food was nice. We enjoyed small portions of many different dishes. Fast friendly service. Good value. Prawn Toast, won ton and chicken satay in the pick was...

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Great food, excellent service and good atmosphere if a little loud at times. All in all, a great place to eat.

Held a charity night at Zen City. The staff were fabulous and attentive. The food delicious. Can't recommend highly enough. Thank-you so much for making the eve...

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Zen City presents a culinary divide among diners, with experiences ranging from superb to subpar. While many guests rave about the delicious food and attentive service during events, others lament long waits and lackluster buffets. Positive feedback highlights delectable dishes like duck pancakes, generous portions, and accommodating staff, particularly during charity functions. Conversely, critical reviews highlight slow service, poor-quality food, and undesirable seating locations. Despite these inconsistencies, several patrons express loyalty to the restaurant, hopeful for improved experiences. With potential for excellence, Zen City’s future hinges on addressing service and quality concerns to match its flattering reputation.

Tripadvisor
3.4 ★ from 291 reviews
hilary
09.11.2023 - 17:10

My partner and I visited this restaurant during our weekend getaway in Westcliff. We started with duck pancakes as our appetizer, followed by two chicken dishes...

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heids89
09.11.2023 - 17:10

I went to a colleague's farewell dinner at this restaurant, and I wasn't sure what to expect due to mixed reviews. However, I was pleasantly surprised! Even tho...

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heavymobs
09.11.2023 - 17:10

This restaurant was absolutely terrible. They only offered an all-you-can-eat buffet with awful, greasy, tasteless food. We could hardly eat any of it because i...

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stewarth788
09.11.2023 - 17:10

I am gutted, we have visited this place many times before and this was about our 8th visit and so looking forward to it as a family. Arrived 5 minutes early and...

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Diane
09.11.2023 - 17:10

I can’t review the food as did not eat there. First time to this restaurant based on reviews but seated in the back of the restaurant outside the toilet and nea...

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Gastroranking-uk
3.5 ★ from 236 reviews

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