title: G-Zen
text: # G-Zen
  
  G-Zen is a vegan fine-dining restaurant in Branford, Connecticut.
  
  ## History
  
  The restaurant was established in 2011. Chef-owners Ami Beach and Mark Shadle source ingredients from their own farm for the menu, which changes daily.
  
  ## Reception
  
  "Upscale spiritual retreat center", says Stephanie Lyness of The New York Times in 2012.
  
  