Zen Room

Uptown Square, 194 Amathoundos Avenue, Limassol

25025555

With its convenient location, impeccable service and fantastic food, it's no wonder that Zen Room in Limassol is a popular fave for all things Japanese. Definitely a place to save up for and check out for a special occasion.

OK so with the current recession, some may argue that it's pricey, but given that many venues in Cyprus offer mediocre food at around 30 euros a head, it's worth paying that little bit extra for beautifully cooked and well-presented Japanese fare which is a rarity on the island.

Whether you fancy sushi or salad for something light, or noodles and teppenyaki for a main meal, anything you order from the extensive menu will surely hit the spot. The Prawn Lover roll is among the best of the sushi options with chunky pieces of tempura together with avocado and a light mayonnaise. The tempura is served with a light crispy batter and in big portions and from the skewer selection, I would definitely order the duck with spring onion and teriyaki for an appetizing starter.

There are also lots of creative fusion dishes for you to choose from, bringing together the best of Japanese ingredients. The teppenyaki is undoubtedly the best I have tried in Cyprus, with succulent pieces of meat together with lots of different vegetables. It's not often that you find good scallops on the island which is why it's worth trying Zen's signature dish of sauteed scallops together with green tea noodles, light and refreshing for any hot summer evening.

- If you have visited Zen Room, tell us YOUR opinion by posting a comment below.