Zen's Kitchen is a plant-based café in Murchison, in the South Island's Tasman region. It began in a converted 1969 caravan, and it now has a converted shipping container as its venue. The owner and chef, Zen, is named on the café and cooks everything from scratch, using organic ingredients where possible.
Everything on the menu is plant-based, and it changes with the seasons. Daily specials are posted on Instagram. The café serves fresh organic meals and homemade treats, and it offers both locals and travellers a place to eat in the middle of Murchison. The address is 38 Waller Street. Our view is that it is a worthwhile stop for vegan food on a South Island road trip.