Zen Express
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Zen Express
Located at 1501 N Main St, Normal, IL 61761, our restaurant offers a wide array of authentic Japanese, such as Sushi Bowl, Hibachi Grill, Grilled Fish Filet Plate. Try our delicious food and service today. Come in for a Japanese Lunch Special or during evenings for a delicious dinner. If you have any suggestion to our food or service, please go to the customer feedback page and leave us your suggestion or review.

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Reviews (16)
Maddy Skelton
Maddy Skelton
Mar 21, 2021
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My boyfriend and I loved this place when we lived in Bloomington. We always got the sushi bowls and everything was so fresh. We recently moved back and have tried to order from here three days in a row during the hours posted and they’ve been closed EVERY time. We’ve looked and haven’t seen anything about them closing so it’s getting pretty frustrating.
Brian Trout
Brian Trout
Mar 12, 2021
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I decided to stop by for lunch since it’s near my place of work and wow. I’m pretty basic so I called ahead and ordered a General Tso’s Chicken with white rice. A arrive and I was promptly greeted, let them know I called ahead of time and placed an order to go but asked if I could just dine in and they said that’s fine. After getting my food I picked one of the many tables in the dining area which I must say was really nice! Their interior and lighting was just perfect. Now for the food! Every time I’ve ordered General Tso’s Chicken in the past from other restaurants, the chicken is
Nathan & Alexandra Hoefs
Nathan & Alexandra Hoefs
Feb 10, 2021
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Zen Express always makes me happy! Tonight marks 30 orders over the last 2 years and I have NEVER been disappointed...not once. I’m actually only upset with myself for not reviewing earlier. I almost always get a version of a loaded up 3 protein bowl when I go and it’s always so fresh and amazing. I highly recommend ordering through their website if you’re carrying out as to take in all the topping items and research the ones with odd names so you know exactly what you’re getting. When you arrive it’s always extra clean and the staff is very friendly. 5 stars and I always recommend to
Herschel & Kelly Austin
Herschel & Kelly Austin
Jan 20, 2021
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We love getting food from Zen Express. We are not local but every time we visit family we make a point to get Zen Express. The food is always fresh and delicious and the servings are very generous. The owner and employees are so pleasant and patient and we love supporting this business.
Hannah DeMoss
Hannah DeMoss
Jan 15, 2021
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Very good first experience here! Steak and shrimp was delicious and very reasonably priced. Staff was friendly and even brought my order out to my car. They are fast too! On the other side of town for me but worth the drive.
Patricia Ann Nolan
Patricia Ann Nolan
Dec 29, 2020
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Excellent food. First time ordering and everything was delicious and plentiful. 👍
Tiarra G.
Tiarra G.
Dec 25, 2020
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I ordered the tuna sushi bowel. The portions were enough, and the guy who assisted us was aweso.e and patient while we ordered. I will definitely be eating here for now on.
Morgan LeBeane
Morgan LeBeane
Apr 28, 2020
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WOAH amazing!! First time and I'm so mad at myself for not having tried sooner! made a sushi bowl and could not be happier. super fresh, fast, deliciois and SO inexpensive. can't wait to try everything!
Meghan Moreno
Meghan Moreno
Oct 19, 2019
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I just tried Zen Express for the first time and for one the staff was so kind! I think I was talking with the owner and he was a pleasure to meet. I definitely recommend this place if you love sushi and a… friendly environment! I got a zucchini noddle bowl with salmon and a bunch of awesome and fresh toppings. I will be coming back 😊 support your local businesses!
Annalise Czerwinski
Annalise Czerwinski
Oct 13, 2019
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I love Zen Express! I eat here probably once a week and love their salmon and tuna sushi bowls with spicy mayo! The food is a fair price for the quality, and the workers are very nice as well.😊
Kathy Dickfoss Rasch
Kathy Dickfoss Rasch
Sep 25, 2019
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Visited for the first time this week for lunch with friends. Delicious steak bowl came with fried rice and a tasty sauce. I’ve already recommended Zen Express to friends and I will definitely visit again. Can’t wait to introduce my family to their wonderful menu!
Jordan Luna
Jordan Luna
Aug 25, 2019
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The food was hot and fresh. was not greasy and the kids loved it all. we got the gyoza too and it was just as good as the rest. we used grub hub for delivery and had a great experience!
Fallyn Saxton
Fallyn Saxton
Jul 20, 2019
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If you were looking for a chipotle style sushi place this is where you want to go. Even if you hate sushi, they have quick hibachi meals and yaki soba noodles that are sublime. Everything on their menu is delicious. They use fresh ingredients and their owner is the sweetest man you meet.
Becca Wilson
Becca Wilson
May 18, 2019
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Super friendly service and AMAZING food! I got the tuna poke bowl and it was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend! Don’t sleep on Zen Express!
Paige Buschman
Paige Buschman
Oct 12, 2018
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I gave this place a three stars because that's what it deserved, but I believe it has room to grow. I had there things on my visit: a shrimp sushi bowl with white rice, cucumber, green onion, avocado and two types of sauce. My partner got the sesame chicken player with fried rice. And we also got Japanese egg rolls which were awesome. The bowl was delicious in every way. My only complaint was the price for the size but I would definitely try it again especially if I wasn't paying 😋. The sesame chicken was fine and reasinably priced for what you got (both meals were about 9$). The sauce comes
Pei Ni Chng
Pei Ni Chng
Aug 27, 2018
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I was excited about the idea of a sushi bowl because I have never heard of anything like that before, and being a sushi enthusiast, I felt that I had to try it out! It was absolutely delicious. I got a sushi bowl with tuna and salmon. The meat was fresh and there were MANY toppings that you could add for free. I went back the next day for dinner! I couldn't resist myself. The staff is also very friendly and fun! The restaurant is very clean and modern. The pricing is actually very reasonable for what they offer. Overall, this place is five stars for me!