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Zen’s Sushi Express

4.7 (38 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Salmon Combo
Kelli A.

We have been coming here since Zen's opened. We have enjoyed sushi for decades, eaten all over the country and gone to every highly rated sushi place in our area where most serve American style rolls smothered in an overabundance of toppings to appeal to the American penchant for the theatrical that believes more is more. But there is no better, fresher or sweeter salmon or more perfect rice than we have found at Zen's. When fish can shine on its own, you have found something worth going back to again and again. Great service, kind and friendly family who know their customers well. If you like quality and simple authenticity, look no further.

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SO GOOD. so fresh, so yummy, easy and convenient. Love this place so much and the people are so nice. HIGHLY recommend!!!

Crab inari
Matthew W.

My daughter and I had lunch here a little while back. Let me start by saying the staff are amazingly friendly. I felt like someone was personally making sushi for me. We had the crispy shrimp roll, spicy salmon roll, and the crispy crab inari. This is honestly some of the best sushi I've had in the area. My favorite by far was the inari, and this is from someone who normally doesn't eat tofu. It is a must try. The price point is good, and again, the service is excellent. I will definitely be back.

a variety of sushi
Rich A.

This is a new sushi place in a former Subway sandwich shop. They make the sushi fresh while you wait. Rolls come with ten pieces, so it only takes couple to fill you up. They stick to the most "common" types of rolls. I'm sure this helps in keeping costs down. We had a tempura shrimp roll and a Philly roll. Both were well made.

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Lisa M.

This is a welcome option for sushi in the Tri-Cities area. Since our beloved nearby place closed we have been trying all the sushi restaurants but not finding a favorite. We were happy to order from this new business run by a local family. They were friendly on the phone and in person. They answered right away and the order was made quickly. They told us how they make everything fresh everyday and stressed the importance of that, which we appreciate! The rolls definitely hit the spot! We will definitely be back to try more!

The best sushi place

The best sushi and the best owner!!! I go here everytime for sushi!!!always a clean and happy environment

Smoked Salmon Phili Roll
Josh S.

Great! Service was nice, food was made fresh. Tasted great and fresh. Room to sit in and eat, had good music.

Mango bubble tea
Peggy L.

This place is AMAZING. I was in Geneva and looking for some restaurants and came across a Tiktok of the owners nephew recommending it and the nigiri looked so good we had to make a stop. The owner was so nice and recommended bubble tea which wasn't in the menu. We got mango and I love any boba that bursts in your mouth 10/10 chugged it. The salmon was amazing too so fresh so great. Love this quick concept utilizing an old subway location and it makes sense. You need to grab this place even if it's just a quick to go order. I honestly ate this all on my ride home.

Spicey Tuna

Great sushi! Awesome owners! The ingredients were very fresh. The prices were really good.

Crunchy Cali Roll (I customized with no avocado) and shrimp inari

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Great, affordable sushi made with care. Friendly service, clean good atmosphere . Loved it

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Great staff and amazing fresh sushi loved it here glad I stopped in on my lunch break!

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Owners are so nice and friendly. Sushi is tasty and fresh. Bubble teas are great. Can't go wrong by stopping here

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Great food. Fresh & tasty. Couple who run the place are very sweet. I'll definitely be coming back for more!

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Great service. Food was fresh, light and delicious. Definitely will be coming back to try the other items on their menu.

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Very good sushi! Great service and prices were very reasonable. High recommend you try!

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3 years ago

Ordered all sushi through DoorDash. No chopsticks included. This shouldn't have to be an extra request

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Nice go to sushi joint in Geneva. Owners are very nice and professional. We will be repeat customers. Thank you Zen Sushi Express.

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They are so nice here. And the food is always 100% fresh!! Service is fast too! Everything made on the spot while you wait!

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Ordered the Crunchy Shrimp roll and it was delicious. I am looking forward to trying more of their food.

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Awesome fast friendly and fresh! It's perfect there. The inari is my favorite. Everyone should go!

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