Palm Beach●●●●#125 of 155 Places to Eat in Palm - Eagle Beach

Zen

Name: Zen
Address: Irausquin Blvd 83 Je in the Occidental Grand Hotel, Palm - Eagle Beach Aruba, AW
Price range: $$$$
Rating: 4.3

★★★★☆4.3 out of 5 · 19 reviews

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sushi

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About

Zen operates inside the Occidental Grand on Palm Beach, quietly doing upscale Japanese without the noise that often comes with hotel restaurants. The 5.0 atmosphere rating and 4.8 service score suggest they've put effort into making it feel separate from the all-inclusive bustle around it. The food rating of 4.4 and the price tier match what you'd expect from a teppanyaki-and-sushi setup that isn't trying to be casual. The #125 ranking out of 155 places in the area doesn't tell you much — Palm Beach is saturated with dining options, and hotel-based spots often get lost in the shuffle even when they're competent. The value subrating of 4.8 is notable at this price point, which likely means portions are fair and the quality backs up the check. If you're staying at the Occidental or nearby and want something polished without leaving the strip, it works. Reservations aren't required, but calling ahead during high season makes sense.

At a glance

Area: Palm Beach
Vibe: upscale
Price: ●●●●
Reservation required: –
Kid friendly: –
Cuisine: japanese
sushi
asian
Dietary options: —

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