Zen Bar
3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Monday
3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Tuesday
3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Wednesday
3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Thursday
3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Friday
3:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Saturday
6:00 PM - 2:00 AM
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Brenda P
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Couples
The dj puts everyone ahead of you if you're not a local. Went specifically for karaoke.. The dj went through the while line up twice. Asked to sing a second time. The dj called me mean and told me I was mean. He gave me a dead mic. I was then directed to a guy who came up and said that he has final say and does his best. I looked at the sheet and everyone's name was crossed off but mine. But the dj himself said he put people up ahead of me cause they said they had to leave. He created a very hostile situation. I was literally floored by the horrible treatment. Very unfriendly and unprofessional..
Written 11 June 2023
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4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2021 • Couples
Always a friendly atmosphere. plenty of local people to strike up a conv with. The owner Gian Carlo will make sure you are cared for at the bar and have a great experience at the restaurant.
Written 22 October 2021
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Johnedward3
Hamden, CT8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021 • Friends
Zen Bar is the best! I live in Plainville, and have been here a bunch of times. The owner Giancarlo is a great guy, Ive known him a long time. Always tries to make customers happy. Love the karaoke when they have it, pool table, and good drinks. Def a good spot to visit
Written 13 April 2021
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Sherry L
Berlin, CT9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2019 • Friends
Went with the Rock It Out Meet up group. I'm not into Karaoke, but since it was a benefit for dogs, I wanted to go.i never would have gone to Zen Bar otherwise. Nice place, good menu, wish I hadn't eaten. Small but nice bar. Would go again.
Written 17 May 2019
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jguifarro
Norwich, CT361 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2017 • Friends
Been to this place a few times with friends. It is not the Ritz but it is a great local bar with good drink prices. Bartender/owner is super friendly and knows how to take care of patrons. You never have to wait to get another drink. There are 2 pool tables and on Friday there is a DJ, dancing and karaoke.
Written 9 February 2017
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AKNK2
New Britain, CT70 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2016 • Friends
I was few times there with friends just enjoy live music and good beer and awesome atmosphere , you can seat outside, also I made my party there , that was the best. Owner make sure we have what we need and no one bother us . Music was live , good drinks , good time , awesome deal , also I could bring my own cake . Perfect place for awesome party and awesome time. Thank u guys again.
Written 27 June 2016
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Leahb1089
Connecticut691 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2016 • Friends
House wine is $7 a glass
Beer is $4
Prices are fair but the location it's self is run down. You walk in and it's just dirty looking. The service was great the food was good but it's so run down. The bathrooms were smelly and dirty i was really grossed out. The floors were dirty and over all the entire place needs a makeover. I was wearing a pair of jeans and a nice sweater and felt over dressed. A guy was there drinking wearing cut off sweat pants and a dirty t-shirt. Not the type of crowed I expected to be around. I most definitely will not be returning.
Written 11 June 2016
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AKNK2
New Britain, CT70 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2015
If u want to spend awesome time with friends, that's the place to be . One time I've decided to make my b-day there , the best decision I've made- good food, drinks, live bands- owner is super nice , including people who work there . U can seat inside or outside, just relaxing and enjoying the time...
Written 3 September 2015
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Josh M
Bristol, CT87 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2015 • Friends
Fun times at the Zen Bar, very active scene after 9:00pm great food, reasonable priced drinks friendly staff makes things even better. And good entertainment, they also host private parties as well. The food is pretty good, only had a limited selection of it but so far very good.
Written 5 June 2015
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Mackcomic
Tampa, FL4 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
This local bar has what you need for a fun night. Pool tables, karaoke, a good size dance floor and a friendly staff. The owner is very cool too
Written 19 February 2015
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Zen Bar is open:
  • Mon - Thu 15:00 - 01:00
  • Fri - Fri 15:00 - 02:00
  • Sat - Sat 18:00 - 02:00