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Welcome To Zen Gardens
Zen Gardens, located in Guelph, Canada, is a fully vegetarian restaurant renowned for its vibrant menu that celebrates plant-based cuisine. With a cozy, home-like atmosphere, the restaurant emphasizes clean, delicious meals crafted with love. Patrons rave about generous portion sizes and exquisite presentation, making every dish a delight. Highlights include flavorful vegan options like spicy tofu combos, crispy soy chicken balls, and comforting wonton soup. Zen Gardens is not just a place to eat—it's a dining experience filled with warmth and nostalgia, reminiscent of mom's home cooking. A must-visit for both vegans and non-vegans alike!
Taste the best
Discover Our Menu
Crystal Roll
Curry Veggie Chicken Bites With Broccoli
Veggie Shrimp & Mushroom Fried Rice
Soft Drinks
Water Bottle
Cold Drinks
Hot Tea
Bubble Tea W/ Litchi Jelly
Vegetable Curry With Veggie Chicken Bites
About
Zen Gardens
Welcome to Zen Gardens, a hidden gem nestled at 104 Surrey St E, Guelph, ON N1H 3P9, Canada. This fully vegetarian restaurant, renowned for its delightful and heartwarming dishes, invites you to experience the flavors of home-cooked meals with a twist. With rave reviews from patrons like Niro Bandara, it’s clear that Zen Gardens is much more than just a dining destination; it’s a haven for vegetarian lovers.
Upon stepping inside, you’ll instantly feel the charming and casual ambience, reminiscent of a cozy home, as described by Heidi McLaughlin. The warm setting complements the diverse menu that caters to various tastes. From the zingy spicy tofu combo served with salad, wonton soup, and fluffy purple rice to the unique vegan chicken balls that offer a delicious twist, every dish is crafted with love and attention.
The presentation here is exceptional, making each meal not just a feast for your taste buds, but also for your eyes. Morla Phan highlights the Veggie Curry Samosas and Ginger Soy Chicken Fried Rice as standout dishes that echo flavors of nostalgia and home. It's refreshing to see such a focus on the quality and creativity of vegetarian cuisine, making it accessible for everyone, including those who may not strictly adhere to a plant-based diet.
Another notable feature of Zen Gardens is the friendly and attentive service, which enhances your overall experience. The clean and inviting atmosphere, along with ample parking, makes this dining spot a practical choice for lunch or dinner. As Laura Herchel noted, the takeout options are equally appealing, allowing you to savor their flavorful offerings from the comfort of your home.
This charming restaurant truly captures the essence of vegetarian dining—tasty, fulfilling, and crafted with heart. Whether you're a full-time vegetarian or simply looking to explore fresh flavors, Zen Gardens is undoubtedly worth your visit. Come and indulge in a menu that celebrates plants in a way that promises to leave you feeling satisfied and eager for your next culinary adventure.
Contact Zen Gardens at: +1 519-341-0866 for reservations or takeout orders. Prepare yourself for a memorable dining experience that nourishes both the body and soul.
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Went for lunch and the service was really great and food was good too. This is a fully vegetarian restaurant. Portions are great and the presentation was exceptional. This restaurant is really clean and has a clean washroom. This place has fee parking. Highly recommend this place for all vegetarian lovers and will definitely return. ”
“ We have a Zen gardens in London but this location has all the options. Highly recommend anything on the menu, it's all made with love. We'll be back again. ”
“ Delicious! Loved the restaurant setting. Very casual, homey (literally). If you go you'll know what I mean. I had the spicy tofu combo which came with salad, a side soup of choice (I picked veg wonton), purple rice and 2 triangles which is similar to a samosa. The only thing I wish was different is that we were not given plates and food was served in takeout containers. To some this could be a small picky thing but I've always preferred to eat on actual plates when dining in restaurants. Also, we were given water in paper cups and didn't receive tea. Found out we had to order that. Other than that, it was great and left with very full bellies. The flavour was wonderful right down to the broth of the soup. Will definitely be back the next time we are in Guelph again ”
“ Order takeout last night, and we will definitely be back again! We were visiting Guelph from Ottawa and were so happy to find out that Guelph has a veggie Chinese restaurant! Seems to be all vegan with the exception of cheesecake. The vegan chicken balls were really good, I've never seen them at any other vegan restaurant before! We also tried the wonton soup, chow mein, beef and brocolli, and a curry, everything was great! Portions were large as well. ”
“ Vegan or not, you MUST give this place a try. The food is absolutely delicious, truly a "Mom's home cooking" vibe. Veggie Curry Samosas: flavourful, sweet, filled with potatos and spice. Flaky crispy shell. Soy chicken balls: crispy shell, tasty "chicken" that's seasoned well on the outside. Ginger Soy Chicken Fried Rice: so tasty! Flavours remind me of my childhood. The soy chicken texture is surprisingly palatable. While obviously not chicken, it's still very tasty and provides the chewy feedback of meat. Much better than yves fake meat products in my opinion. Jasmine tea served loss leaf, very good. Interior is very cute and cozy. What a better way to eat a home cooked meal than somewhere that feels like home? I'm so excited to return to try other dishes from their large menu selection. ”
“ so delicious, I moved out here from Toronto and i was worried about the vegan options but I’m so happy that I found this place. My new favourite restaurant! ”
“ I thought this place was very calm. All the people who served us were very friendly and it had a very chill vibe -Nandika ”
“ I visited Zen Gardens recently for dinner and was pleasantly surprised by the wide variety of menu options as well as the quality of the food. Upon arrival, I was promptly seated by a friendly and attentive staff member. My miso soup, dumplings, and veggie sushi platter arrived at my table quickly and tasted great. The restaurant itself is relatively small and there isn't a lot of available parking, but neither of these factors negatively affected my experience. ”