Z heng was founded in Oxford with a simple but ambitious vision: to bring the warmth, flavours, and cultural richness of Malaysian cuisine to a historic city known for learning, travel, and international exchange. From the beginning, the restaurant was designed as more than a place to eat. It was meant to be a meeting point of cultures, stories, and traditions.

The name Zheng was chosen as a tribute to Admiral Zheng He, the legendary Chinese navigator of the 15th century. Zheng He’s great voyages across Southeast Asia, the Indian Ocean, and beyond helped shape trade, diplomacy, and cultural exchange between China and the Malay world.

Inspired by this spirit of exploration, Zheng Restaurant reflects the historical crossroads of Southeast Asia. Malaysian cuisine itself is the result of centuries of movement and exchange — Chinese stir-frying techniques, Malay spices, Indian curries, and influences from across the region. Zheng’s menu brings these traditions together.

Located in Oxford, a city shaped by centuries of scholars and travellers, Zheng feels naturally at home. Just as Zheng He’s fleets carried food and culture across oceans, we carry the tastes of Malaysia across continents.