Cafe Zen

4.5(256)

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Location & Hours

Address

136 Lafayette St
Gretna, Louisiana 70053
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 11:15 AM

Monday11:15 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday11:15 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday11:15 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday11:15 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday11:15 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday11:45 AM - 9:00 PM

SundayClosed

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Contact Information

(504) 393-2293

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About Cafe Zen

Sushi & sashimi plus creative maki rolls & cooked Japanese fare at a casual roadside eatery.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on November 15, 2025.

4.5/5

Based on 256 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Bridget T

a week ago

Dropped by with some friends around 5:30 for dinner, and overall it was a mixed bag. We tried a few sushi rolls that were just okay — a little heavy on the rice (my friend pointed that out right away)...

SEAN Insurance Guy

a week ago

We ate here again and it still has excellent quality and very good prices. Atmosphere was great. Wasn't crouded or loud making it easy to have a conversation. Plenty of tables and booths for seating....

Shantell Gomez

a year ago

Hiro , the owner made our sushi at the bar. Very polite and so, so kind. With his gentle smile and soft spoken tone it made watching him perform his craft absolutely enjoyable. We Love this place , be...

Anya

a year ago

Very nice local spot for Japanese comfort food and a bite of soosh. The owners are very sweet and attentive. Beautiful atmosphere and fresh, satisfying food!

Michael in New Orleans

3 weeks ago

Cafe Zen is delightful and excellent! I love the chirashi bowl, so artful and delicious! My wife loves the tempura -- fluffy, light, and exquisite. Cafe Zen is a wonderful place!

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Diners generally enjoy their experiences, with many praising the restaurant's quality and atmosphere. The overall sentiment is positive, as reflected in the high average rating.

Customer Favorites

Popular dishes include the chirashi bowl, tempura, panko chicken dinner, and the Pork Tonkotsu bowl. Sushi is mentioned, but with mixed feedback.

Atmosphere & Service

The atmosphere is described as beautiful, delightful, and conducive to conversation, not too crowded or loud. The owners are frequently praised for being sweet, attentive, polite, and kind.

Value & Quality

The restaurant is often viewed as providing excellent quality at very good prices. Fresh ingredients and satisfying food are also frequently mentioned.

Areas for Improvement

The wine service was a significant issue for one group, citing small pours, lack of a wine list, and perceived high prices. Some dishes, like sushi rolls, were criticized for being too heavy on the rice, and some customers requested more spice.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight the fried rice and pork tonkotsu bowls as particularly delicious. The relaxed atmosphere and value are consistently appreciated in recent experiences.