The Zen Turtle

The Zen Turtle The Zen Turtle - "Your Oasis in the Arctic"
Delicious Acai Bowls - Unique Gifts & Decor - Repotting Services -
Lush greenery for your home and office.

🌿 Welcome to The Zen Turtle 🌿 your oasis in the Arctic! We bring a taste of the tropics to Fairbanks with refreshing Açaí Bowls, Lush Houseplants, and unique gifts and décor. Whether you’re here to relax, recharge, or reconnect with nature, our cozy space is designed to lift your spirits and brighten your day. 🌺🍍✨

The Zen Turtle was honored to donate a portion our Thursday’s sales for the month of May, to The We Defy Foundation!Thi...
06/09/2026

The Zen Turtle was honored to donate a portion our Thursday’s sales for the month of May, to
The We Defy Foundation!

This is a nonprofit organization that helps combat veterans with service-connected disabilities improve their physical and mental well-being through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) training. Their mission is to provide veterans with a long-term way to cope with challenges such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, physical injuries, and the difficult transition to civilian life.

Nic Bowen, gym manager at Tribe Jujitsu Academy in the Bentley Mall, is the Alaska Ambassador for The We Defy Foundation. He was able to come receive the check today.

Here is more info for anyone wanting to donate or learn more about this awesome organization!

https://wedefyfoundation.org/pages/donate-now

06/07/2026

I wanted to give a shoutout to an awesome band, wicked_serenity_tribute, that was preforming in Fairbanks this weekend.
Both shows were awesome, and honestly they should have had a packed house!! As much as I love chill, beachy tunes, sometimes life just calls for some hard rock and head-bangin’!! 🤘 🎸

Check out their page and give this talented group a follow!! Also keep an eye out for more awesome shows coming to Fairbanks at The Big I stage this summer!!


06/02/2026

Hey Zen Turtle Fam!! 👋 Starting TODAY(6/1/26), we are extending our hours for the summer!🏝️ ☀️
We are now open,
Monday- Saturday 11am-9pm
Sunday: Closed

What better way to celebrate summer then more hours to get your “Zen fix”?!😆 🌴

Earlier this month we were able to present a donation check to The Door youth shelter. This was a portion of our Thursd...
05/31/2026

Earlier this month we were able to present a donation check to The Door youth shelter.
This was a portion of our Thursday sales for the month of April. Thank you to all who helped contribute!!

Do you know about The Door and the services they provide to the community? The advocates there really do amazing work, and are truly unsung heroes!

This is a youth emergency shelter and support program in downtown Fairbanks. It provides a safe place for youth who are homeless, have run away, are experiencing family conflict, or need temporary shelter and support. The shelter operates 24 hours a day and works with young people to help stabilize their situation, reconnect with family when appropriate, and access services such as counseling, education, and case management.
They provide meals, routines, clothes, and so much
more.

Beyond all of that’s listed above, the staff really does go above and beyond for these children and teens. They give them structure and safety when home isn’t a safe place to be.

Being a foster parent in the past, I have personally witnessed the incredible work these folks provide to such a vulnerable and at risk part of our community.

Please consider making your own donation to this incredible cause.

https://fairbanksyouthadvocates.org/donate/

Thank you Zen Turtle Fam!!! 🫶🏼 🩵🏝️

05/26/2026

Ok, we wanted to give a heads up to our Turtle Fam of some recent changes with the bowls.

We are temporarily out of our normal mini bowl containers, so you’ll notice our minis being served in new 8oz bowls for the time being.

A lot of people may not realize this, but our minis were originally designed to be more of a small snack / kid-sized bowl…and honestly, over time we started PACKING them so full they were getting pretty close to full-size portions 😅

The new bowls will help us keep portions more consistent while still giving you a great little Zen Turtle fix.

Thanks for supporting us and rolling with the changes as we grow!🙏🏝️

The Zen Turtle will be CLOSED as we take time to honor and remember the brave men and women who served and sacrificed fo...
05/22/2026

The Zen Turtle will be CLOSED as we take time to honor and remember the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our country.

We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful Memorial Day with family and loved ones. ❤️

We’ll see you Tuesday for more açai, plants, and good vibes. 🥥🍓🌿

This Wednesday Special: The Power Bowl!50g of Protein.Real fruit. Real fuel. 💪🫐🍓Made with:✔️ Greek Yogurt✔️ Granola✔️ St...
05/13/2026

This Wednesday Special: The Power Bowl!

50g of Protein.
Real fruit. Real fuel. 💪🫐🍓

Made with:
✔️ Greek Yogurt
✔️ Granola
✔️ Strawberries
✔️ Blueberries
✔️ Raspberries
✔️ Raw Honey
✔️ Yogurt sweetened with a zero-calorie sweetener

This bowl was built to keep you full, energized, and feeling good — whether you’re crushing a workout, surviving the workday, or just looking for a healthier treat.

Clean. Fresh. Packed with protein.

Available for a limited time at Zen Turtle! 🐢✨

Every Thursday in May, The Zen Turtle will donate 10% of all açai sales to the We Defy Foundation — an amazing organizat...
05/08/2026

Every Thursday in May, The Zen Turtle will donate 10% of all açai sales to the We Defy Foundation — an amazing organization that provides athletic scholarships to combat veterans through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

For many veterans, transitioning out of the military can mean losing the camaraderie and brotherhood that was a huge part of their life, for so long.

We Defy helps restore that connection through intense BJJ training and community on the mats.

So every bowl you enjoy on Thursdays this month helps support veterans in rebuilding confidence, connection, and resilience. 🍓🫐🥥

Eat good. Do good.

Our official Zen Turtle gift cards have FINALLY arrived! 🤩These make the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, Teacher apprecia...
05/07/2026

Our official Zen Turtle gift cards have FINALLY arrived! 🤩
These make the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, Teacher appreciation, graduation and more…
Come see us today, and give the gift of ✨ ZEN✨🏝️

🍫 BACK FOR A LIMITED TIME 🍫The Dubai Chocolate Bowl is loaded with:• Fresh strawberries• Rich chocolate drizzle• Crispy ...
05/06/2026

🍫 BACK FOR A LIMITED TIME 🍫

The Dubai Chocolate Bowl is loaded with:
• Fresh strawberries
• Rich chocolate drizzle
• Crispy Kataifi crunch

All over our creamy açaí sorbet.

🔥 This is one of our most requested bowls—don’t miss it.

Address

409 Merhar Avenue
Fairbanks, AK
99701

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 7pm
Tuesday 11am - 7pm
Wednesday 11am - 7pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm

Telephone

+18583311807

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Zen Turtle posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Restaurant

Send a message to The Zen Turtle:

Shortcuts

Share

Category