Zen Sushi & Sake

Name: Zen Sushi & Sake
Address: 3070 Lakecrest Cir Ste 500, Lexington, KY, United States, 40513-1938
Telephone: (859) 219-2166
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

347 Reviews

$30 and under

Sushi

Top tags:

At Zen Sushi & Sake, we only use the freshest ingredients – the essence of Japanese cuisine. we strive to use only sustainable seafood. Our goal is to offer high quality ingredients in an innovative and sustainable way.
We fly in fish from Japan every Monday and Thursday.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 1, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(859) 219-2166

Other options

Order online

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Sushi, Seafood, Japanese
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(859) 219-2166
Website
http://www.zenlexington.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Asian & Pacific Islander
Executive Chef
Ray Lu

Location
3070 Lakecrest Cir, Ste 500, Lexington, KY 40513-1938
Neighbourhood
Lexington
Cross Street
Beaumont Centre Circle Right Next to UPS
Parking Details
Parking is available in front of the restaurant as well as behind.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Popular dishes

Kani SaladUS$7.00
Crab stick & cucumber
KaisoUS$7.00
Seaweed salad
Ginger SaladUS$5.00
Lettuce, ginger dressing
EdamameUS$6.00
Soy bean, Japanese sea salt
Agedashi TofuUS$7.00
Fried tofu, bonito flake, Tsuyu
Vegetables TempuraUS$9.00
Shiitaki mushroom, asparagus, sweet potato, zucchini, onion ring
Goma AeUS$7.00
Broccoli with roasted sesame dressing

Land

DumplingUS$8.00
Pork & chicken dumpling, pan-fried or steam
Chicken KaraageUS$11.00
Japanese style fried chichen
Bourbon Tso's ChickenUS$16.00
Tender chicken breast, fruity bourbon glaze, broccoli, snap pea
Hong Kong Black Pepper SteakUS$24.00
Seared Angus choice N.Y strip, zucchini, asparugus, black pepper sauce

Sea

Rock Shrimp TempuraUS$10.00
shrimp tempura fried, Tentsuyu, fried zucchini
Peppered Tuna*US$15.00
Seared black pepper-Crusted tuna, momiji yuzu
Calamari & ShrimpUS$14.00
Fried calamari, tempura shrimp, onion ring
Sashimi Zensai*US$24.00
9 pcs of tuna, salmon, yellowtail
Hamachi KamaUS$15.00
Grilled collar of yellowtail, Togarashi, ponzu
Teriyaki SalmonUS$16.00
Grilled Scottish salmon, teriyaki sauce, broccoli

Rice, Noodle

ChahanUS$20.00
Japanese fried rice, Angus choice N.Y. strip steak
Curry UdonUS$20.00
shrimp, Japanese golden curry, udon
Chirashi*US$28.00
scattered sashimi, tamago, Hitomebore rice
Tonkotsu RamenUS$16.00
chashu pork belly, egg, bok choy, nori, negi

Soup

Miso SoupUS$5.00
Shiro miso, shiitaki mushroom, fried tofu, seaweed, negi
Dumpling SoupUS$7.00
Spicy miso broth

Desserts

Chocolate Lava CakeUS$9.00
Tempura CheesecakeUS$8.00
Mochi Ice CreamUS$7.00

Nigiri / Sashimi

subject to availability

Sake
faroe islands salmon
- 2 pcsUS$8.00
Beni Toro
salmon belly
- 2 pcsUS$9.00
Maguro
big eye tuna
- 2 pcsUS$8.00
Albacore
white tuna
- 2 pcsUS$7.00
Hamachi
kyushu yellowtail
- 2 pcsUS$9.00
Hotate
Hokkaido sea scallop
- 2 pcsUS$8.00
Botan Ebi
spot prawn
- 2 pcsUS$8.00
Tako
Hokkaido octopus
- 2 pcsUS$7.00
Yari Ika
Hokkaido squid
- 2 pcsUS$7.00
Ikura
marinated salmon roe
- 2 pcsUS$8.00
Hokkigai
surf clam
- 2 pcsUS$7.00
Unagi
barbecued freshwater eel
- 2 pcsUS$7.00
Avocado
w. yuzu kosho
- 2 pcsUS$5.00
Real Grated Wasabi
- 2 pcsUS$5.00

Chef's Choice

Nigiri TeishokuUS$39.00
9 pcs chef's seasonal Nigiri
Sashimi TeishokuUS$56.00
18 pcs chef's seasonal Sashimi
Nigiri Sashimi TeishokuUS$59.00
5 pcs seasonal nigiri and 12 pcs seasonal Sashimi

Rolls

Fancy SalmonUS$16.00
Salmon draped over spicy salmon, avocado roll, spicy aioli
Latin HeatUS$16.00
Seared albacore tuna, yellowtail, cucumber, cilantro, jalapeño, Sriracha
Amazing TunaUS$17.00
Pepper tuna draped over Albacore tuna, spicy tuna, avocado, yuzu
NarutoUS$15.00
Tuna, salmon, yellowtail, albacore, avocado wrapped in cucumber, ponzu
Mango TangoUS$19.00
Yellowtail, tuna, salmon, mango, soypaper, crab stick, cucumber, avocado
ZanderUS$16.00
Seared salmon, tuna draped over spicy tuna, asparagus, spicy aioli, unagi tare
Zero SenUS$18.00
5 pcs sensonal sashimi on top of tuna maki, soy wrap
Xooker Roll**US$18.00
Tempura shrimp, cream cheese, spicy crab, topped seared new york strip steak, unagi tare
Incredible**US$15.00
Tempura shrimp, spicy crab, avocado, unagi tare, tempura flake
Oruka**US$17.00
Tempura soft-shell crab, eel tamago, avocado, shisho, soy paper, unagi tare
Krispy Krunch**US$15.00
Salmon, avocado, crab stick, tempura fried, spicy aioli, sweet chili, unagi tare
Volcano**US$16.00
Spicy tuna, pickled jalapeño, cream cheese, spicy crab, tempura fried
Dancing Eel**US$16.00
Tempura shrimp, eel, avocado, cucumber, scallion, unagi tare
BeaumontUS$17.00
Spicy tuna on the top of tempura shrimp, spicy crab roll with soy paper
California Maki**US$7.00
crab stick, avocado, cucumber
Philidaphia MakiUS$8.00
Salmon, avocado, cream cheese
Spicy Tuna MakiUS$8.00
Spicy Tuna, crunch

What 347 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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JD
JoyofDining
San Diego
82 reviews
vip
5.0
82 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our first time here for sushi and our first time for sushi in Lexington Kentucky. Recently moving to the state coming from San Diego. We were nervous about sushi. Back in California, sushi is on every corner and it’s pretty much a staple of everyone’s diet. Well, I must say Zen Sushi blew us away! Fresh! Amazing! Already planning to go back!
T
Trojan
Louisville
82 reviews
vip
5.0
82 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, beautiful preparations, great quality fish and food, as always. Loved the rich, white miso soup w the puffed tofu, the Naruto roll is superb and crispy, and a great sake selection.
NF
NotaFan
Louisville
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
There was no lettuce, very hot and crowded. The sushi was ok. The ramen soup was so so.
M
Majo
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great food and great service! Must try the tempura cheesecake!
CL
CjLex
New York Area
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a stellar authentic Japanese restaurant right here in little old Lexington! Artfully prepared and delicious. Fish flown in from the best Tokyo market. Servers were helpful and obviously enjoy their work. Cocktails plentiful - sake menu large.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best sushi in Lexington! Pleasant and knowledgeable service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
service: A+ food: A+ atmosphere: A+ blue velvet chairs: A++ We will be back!
b
boop
Louisville
89 reviews
5.0
89 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I invited 4 people to dinner, and one had never had sushi before so she got tempura. I had the mango tango, and she tasted it, and loved it! The ginger dressing on the salad was so nice, and the soup plentiful. All the rolls and raw fish we ordered were so fresh and perfect. Our server was very personable, and brought us dessert at no charge. Tempura cheesecake with chocolate mousse...the perfect ending to a wonderful meal!
C
Christopher
Sacramento
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I have dinner here six or seven times now, weeks we're always quite pleased. The service is always earnest and generous without being saccharin or annoying. Note: they serve ramen even though it's not on the menu, and it's legit.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We frequent the Lexington area there are times that we change our dining choices just to eat at Zen. Food and fish always fresh and delicious if it’s not fresh then it will not be on their menu. The sushi bar is small and quaint there are daily chef recommendations you definitely can’t go wrong with their choices.
HF
HannahF
Louisville
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Excellent service - our waitress was wonderful. They went above and beyond accommodating a special request I placed in the reservation. The sushi was excellent, very fresh and the sauces were all up to par. Would definitely eat here again.
s
shan17817
New York Area
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Surprisingly delicious fresh fish!! Zen is a cute little place that we decided to try. We were very impressed with the amazing sushi! We will definitely be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We drive out of our way to eat at Zen. It’s a 62 mile 1 way drive for us but it is well worth it! Zen has some of the best fresh sushi around. We typically try the sashimi chef’s choice of the day and a few rolls. The restaurant is smaller so it’s good to use the Open Table app if you are planning on going there anytime in the 5:00 - 7:30pm time range as they will be packed.
WT
WhiskeyTangoMan
Louisville
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
are you kidding… always amazing fresh fish. The best Salmon in the state, Maguro that’s always great, and the fresh Japanese Market fish flown in fresh three days a week - why go anywhere else for great Sushi, (mic drop)!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience2
Small restaurant in a shopping center. Service was above par. Dumplings 8/10, volcano 8/10. Prices $$$. Gave a complimentary sucker to my valentine. Will return.
CF
ChrisF
Louisville
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Best sushi in town!
P
Pineapple
Hawaii
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love their tonkatsu ramen, agedashi tofu and veggie tempura!! those are my go to dishes when I dine here. the staff are always friendly and the food is prepared quickly and is so ono!! would definitely recommend.
CD
ChloeD
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything we ate was delicious, we can’t wait to go back and try more from the menu.
MF
MikeF
Jacksonville
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Frequent guest and it never disappoints. Sushi is outstanding with a wide selection.
JH
JaniceH
Louisville
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Our favorite sushi place 😋 food is delicious, so fresh. Staff is friendly and helpful. Free desert for my birthday!! Love it when the owner comes out to chat. Can't wait for next time
L
Localgal
Houston
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent sushi - best in Lexington! Had to wait a bit for our table to be free and sushi orders were backed up - but it was well worth the wait!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful place with great sushi and bourbon tso’s chicken. The dumplings are very good. Try the pickled wasabi
KS
KariS
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
The experience was delightful and delicious. Our waiter was attentive and pleasant. We were especially surprised and delighted to get to have wagyu nigiri…it was melt in our mouths delicious. The price point was more than fair.
SF
SarahF
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious as always
LB
LisaB
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Terrific service. Very knowledgeable and accommodating. Delicious food. Varied menu.
t
todart
London
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Overall consistently the best Sushi around central KY !
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great food, especially presentation/plating.
WT
WhiskeyTangoMan
Louisville
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always delicious and timely!! Only downside last night was that Ye was working at one of her other places 😃. Well trained and enjoyable staff always make it great. They’re pros!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best place for sushi in Lexington with Buddha lounge a close second.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect sushi, great service!
CK
CarolineK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really calming atmosphere, amazing food + attentive staff!! One of my favorite places to dine in for sushi
CS
CarolineS
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was fantastic, we love this spot for a quiet cozy vibe and delicious food. The incredible roll and karage are two of our favorites. They did tell us they’d comp the dumplings for our wait and didn’t but we didn’t mind too much. I got a free dessert for my birthday and a free cheesecake for writing a review!
RG
RichardG
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
always the best sashimi -- last night was the best I can remember> every fish we selected was perfect. Was absolutely great. R. Getty
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Holiday celebration
c
christopherw
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first visit. The sushi was the best I have ever had. Between our whole party I think we ordered one of everything. The server was so friendly and helpful. If you like sushi this place is a "Must".
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, the food and service is outstanding. One of my families favorite places to dine.
WT
WhiskeyTangoMan
Louisville
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
They absolutely KILLED it last night. We eat Sushi from Coast to Coast. Lexington’s lucky to have Zen Sushi.
EW
EmoryW
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Zen Sushi has an amazing selection of sushi rolls along with the classics and has an amazing atmosphere to enjoy a Friday night dinner, servers were very kind and attentive, definitely recommend!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Louisville
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Wasn't really impressed by the menu selection or interior of the restaurant
TF
TomF
E. Tennessee
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We are never disappointed by the sushi and service at Zen Sushi!

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Zen Sushi & Sake using the Order Online button. Zen Sushi & Sake also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 219-2166.

Zen Sushi & Sake is rated 4.8 stars by 347 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 1, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(859) 219-2166

Other options

Order online

3070 Lakecrest Cir, Ste 500, Lexington, KY 40513-1938

Additional information

Cross Street
Beaumont Centre Circle Right Next to UPS
Neighbourhood
Lexington
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Sushi, Seafood, Japanese
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Parking is available in front of the restaurant as well as behind.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Asian & Pacific Islander
Executive Chef
Ray Lu
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.zenlexington.com/
Phone number
(859) 219-2166

Zen Sushi & Sake

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

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Tempura Cheesecake

Mango Tango

Tonkotsu Ramen

Garden

Kani SaladUS$7.00

KaisoUS$7.00

Ginger SaladUS$5.00

EdamameUS$6.00

Agedashi TofuUS$7.00

Vegetables TempuraUS$9.00

Goma AeUS$7.00

Land

DumplingUS$8.00

Chicken KaraageUS$11.00

Bourbon Tso's ChickenUS$16.00

Hong Kong Black Pepper SteakUS$24.00

Sea

Rock Shrimp TempuraUS$10.00

Peppered Tuna*US$15.00

Calamari & ShrimpUS$14.00

Sashimi Zensai*US$24.00

Hamachi KamaUS$15.00

Teriyaki SalmonUS$16.00

Rice, Noodle

ChahanUS$20.00

Curry UdonUS$20.00

Chirashi*US$28.00

Tonkotsu RamenUS$16.00

Soup

Miso SoupUS$5.00

Dumpling SoupUS$7.00

Desserts

Chocolate Lava CakeUS$9.00

Tempura CheesecakeUS$8.00

Mochi Ice CreamUS$7.00

Nigiri / Sashimi

Sake

Beni Toro

Maguro

Albacore

Hamachi

Hotate

Botan Ebi

Tako

Yari Ika

Ikura

Hokkigai

Unagi

Avocado

Real Grated Wasabi

Chef's Choice

Nigiri TeishokuUS$39.00

Sashimi TeishokuUS$56.00

Nigiri Sashimi TeishokuUS$59.00

Rolls

Fancy SalmonUS$16.00

Latin HeatUS$16.00

Amazing TunaUS$17.00

NarutoUS$15.00

Mango TangoUS$19.00

ZanderUS$16.00

Zero SenUS$18.00

Xooker Roll**US$18.00

Incredible**US$15.00

Oruka**US$17.00

Krispy Krunch**US$15.00

Volcano**US$16.00

Dancing Eel**US$16.00

BeaumontUS$17.00

California Maki**US$7.00

Philidaphia MakiUS$8.00

Spicy Tuna MakiUS$8.00