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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's hard to find a good veg pho soup with a tasty broth. Hello Zenna Noodle Bar! The vegetarian pho soup was wonderful! The veggies floating in the delicious broth were cooked just right and there...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The dA�cor and the food for some reason do not match at Zenna. I find it very conflicting and the over polite wait staff can be a little annoying. I have eaten in Zenna quite often and I come out...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Zenna is a pan SE Asian noodle bar that offers a light, flavorful take on the region's spicy fare. The decor is chic, the servers kind, but somehow it all feels a little too stylized and lacking that...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
On this rainy night, my friend and I were in the mood for Thai and she mentioned Zenna b/c she kept walking by it and had never tried it! It's super close to the Coolidge Corner T stop (a huge...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've walked past Zenna for years and always been curious, as I'm a big fan of Asian noodle soups/dishes. I finally went in yesterday and was pleased, although not wowed by my dinner. I had the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Can't really tell what their main specialties are. Its in between Vietnamese or Thai. The decor is modern clean looking and the food is just average. if you want real Thai and you don't mind the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i walked in to this tiny yet delightful hole-in-the-wall place hungry for something tasty. it was busy, so i had to wait about ten mins for a table. so the summer rolls were fresh and delightful.very...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food-wise: not as good and definitely not as authentic as your favorite hole-in-the-wall Vietnamese or Thai places, but with beautiful presentation on modern white dishes (this is an oversize square...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think this place is like...a Vietnamese Fusion thing so I would assume that the Vietnamese aspect of things is going to be dominant. I would give this place 2.5, but I wanted to be a bit nice so I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As another yelper recommended, the spring rolls with avocado had picture-perfect preparation and were delicious; peanut sauce and avocado, who would have thought? The main dishes (bun and pad thai)...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very pleased here.The good. Food was high quality when the price is considered. Good location. Fast service. Good atmosphere. I had the drunken noodle and it was actually somewhat spicy (which is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As soon as you enter, Zenna lives up to its promise and provides a serene environment. There are dozens of gorgeous flowers at the very large greeter's desk, which almost looks like a boutique hotel...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I stuck more with the Vietnamese side of things as opposed to the Thai side, as many traditional Thai dishes contain something related to peanuts, which I do not eat. I was thrilled to find a Thai...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Steaming noodle soup -- just the way I like it. I rolled into Zenna Noodle Bar the other night suffering from a pre-holiday cold. It was freezing outside, I needed to head to trader joes to get food,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the few places in Boston that reminds me of the low-key but sophisticated Asia-fusion places in San Francisco.I'm addicted to the dumpling-noodle soup, and the chicken satay is the best I've...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, if a bit unremarkable "Vietnamese/Thai fusion" food.I had the beef red curry, which was marked as spicy but wasn't really spicy in the traditional sense - you know, like where there's spice in...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was absolutely terrific here! I especially loved the fried sweet potato appetizer - it was delish!!!I have happily given up other Brookline Vietnamese for Zenna!
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place was very good. It's casual despite the appearance, and the waitstaff is SO friendly. My pad see you was absolutely delicious, but my roommates pad thai wasn't that good. Too bad for her. Be...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Loved it! I have to say, I was super super impressed about the attention to detail at Zenna. All the dishes, apps, sides, and entrees were done with meticulous care to the preparation and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Zenna Noodle Bar made me realize I don't know what to do when the waitress brings out a bottle of wine and pours a little bit in a glass for me to, I don't know, assess (?). Should I stick my nose in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I remember walking past Zenna a hundred times before, and every time I thought 'this place is un-authentic' by Yelp standards. Yes it is. But I forgot I don't really care for that anymore. So I walk...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
boo. i felt like hurling for the next 48 hours after eating here.
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Totally satisfied by this place. And I was a bit tentative going here because of the whining of other yelpers. Pricey? Maybe if you're used to eating in Allston, but i thought it was just fine....
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The menu is really fun and creative. I like that they combined Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. Food is tasty, but the price and the portions don't add up. The plates are huge, and there's a lot of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here last night. The food was pretty good; I shared the Vietnamese crepe (Banh Xeo) as a starter - a nice change from the usual array of spring rolls etc. Main was Pad See You which was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The noodles are reasonable. The location is great. The atmosphere is nice but simple. Price is moderate, but higher than it should be. The major flaw here is the limited choices on the menu,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'd like to start off and say very attentive and friendly service. Me and my friend were moved because a larger party had to sit on against the wall and they were very apologetic about it, but it was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for a work lunch, and I was prepared to hate this place (I'm not a fan of Thai food). But I was really wrong.I love the decor. Clean, simple, with fresh flowers at each table. A dozen...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here with a small group. The decor is nice, especially inside the door. Took a few minutes to get seated, but not too long. The menu has a lot of great choices, organized in an unusual fashion....
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy Noodles! Decent prices, fast friendly service, and a simple ambiance decorated with beautiful orchids and plants make this a great place to eat in, or take out.
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Zenna is one of those great all-purpose restaurants--great to bring family, friends, or a date. The location is convenient, the food is good, and the service is consistently friendly and attentive....
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoy this place. It's a great weekend lunch spot, very clean, and never too busy. My favorite dish is their signature dish, Zenna Noodle Soup. It's very tasty and light. The spring rolls...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love this place!The zenna noodle soup is to die for! All winter long, if there was a long cold day, I'd call ahead a pick up some up to curl up in my pjs with... so delicious and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is definitely going to become one of my favorite neighborhood restaurants! I order a rainbow tofu dish and it was one of the more light and fresh meals I've had in Boston in a while. While the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went on a friday night for dinner. yum! the food was delicious ...ordered the angel noodle dish ..ate the whole thing!! :) the mix of veggies and noodles were perfect for me. the service was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went with a friend who had only been there for lunch once and was raving about the place. It was a Monday evening and the place was not busy at all. The service was very nice and attentive, but...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is quite good, although perhaps a bit simple. The service is extremely friendly and efficient, the prices are good, and the ambiance is relaxing....There are always a lot of fresh flowers.
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! The decor is really pretty and the service is really good. The Zenna noodle soup is the main attraction. Its really fresh and tasty, and its packaged really well for take-out as...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
not technically a bar..but yummy nonetheless. the layout and atmosphere are open visually but maybe a little sterile. i came here on a double date of sorts, and it wasn't too loud nor too hushed so we...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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My husband and I can't get enough of Zenna...great addition to the neighborhood. The food is so fresh and the service is fantastic. We've never been disappointed and keep going back for more...highly recommend...
menupages.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Zenna 4 times since it opened. I love it!I remember someone complained about the portions being too small. Well, maybe you should start eating a little less! :) If you slow down and enjoy...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'll admit to being a bit confused by Zenna. Is it fusion? Is it traditional? It's a pretty restaurant, but pretty is as pretty does. It might also be the child in me that has fond memories of HK...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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This restaurant has very very good food. When we asked something the service was great!
menupages.com - user review - 06/02/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Eh...I ordered take out from them the other day, one of the design your own dish options. Well, that section of the menu is called "Rice" but there was no rice with my meal. Also, not a lot of food...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Zenna is a lovely date restaurant. While you could easily dine solo at one of the counter seats (prime people-watching real estate), I think the meals here would be best enjoyed with a close friend...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
wow! delicious! i had a few glasses of wine with the boyfriend and together we got the (1) rocket shrimp (2) viet. crepe (3) shrimp dumpling soup (4) special: duck choo chee...we left the restuarant...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don't be fooled by an unassuming exterior... Zenna Noodle is a classy, tasty restaurant. Many of their dishes can be ordered vegetarian and service is quick, yet friendly. The veggie spring rolls were...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2007
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This is a peaceful noodle house serving large portions of great food. While the menu is not very diverse, order the Zenna noodle and you will not be sorry.
menupages.com - user review - 01/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Zenna Noodle Bar only once so far, but I liked it very much and I'll add it to my short list of places to go in Coolidge Corner. The food is wonderfully lite. Most thai places seem to use...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since it's pleasantly located across the street from my humble abode, I may have a bit of a bias, but I do enjoy good Thai food and this spot does not disappoint. It's small, nicely decorated, and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am eating the Zenna Chicken Noodle Soup at my desk right now and it's delicious! I prefer white meat chicken in my pho (as opposed to dark/fatty meat) so this place is perfect for me. There is also...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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The food is good but very bland. Vegetarian options are limited. However, the meals are low fat and healthy .
menupages.com - user review - 11/10/2006
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I went to the Zenna Noodle bar with a friend. We sat down, talked for a while, ordered our food, and within 10 minutes it was on the table. Both of us thought that the food was excellent. A very pleasant...
menupages.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On the inside, this place is super cute. Gorgeous orchids line the back wall. It's clean and very zen and calm inside. The customers are a healthy mix of happy, calm looking people chatting over huge...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2006
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We had an average spring roll for $6.50, an average vietnamese noodle soup for $7 (at this price you will get a larger bowl at lemongrass restaurant which is just a block away). They had limited choices on the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
New restaurant. I went here for lunch and ordered Shrimp dumpling yellow noodle.I really like dumpling's taste. The shrimp was dancing in my mouth, you know sometime bad shrimp tastes like Styrofoam...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2006
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This restaurant just opened in Brookline. It serves the best chicken sa-tay and spring rolls I've ever had. Check out the tamarind duck and Rainbow noodle, the latter is a unique dish of Italian linguine...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/12/2006
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