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Indian Cuisine Restaurants, North Eastern Indian Restaurants, South Asian Restaurants

Zara Indian Cuisine

Zara Indian Cuisine is a restaurant located in Cambridge, England. They specialize in North Eastern Indian cuisine and offer a variety of South Asian dishes. Zara Indian Cuisine is a great option for those looking for a restaurant, bar, or pub experience.

Introduction to Zara Indian Cuisine

Zara Indian Cuisine is a family-owned restaurant that has been serving authentic Indian cuisine since 2016. The owners, who are originally from North Eastern India, wanted to bring the flavors of their hometown to Cambridge. What sets Zara apart from other Indian restaurants is their focus on using fresh, high-quality ingredients and traditional cooking methods.

Services & Products

Zara Indian Cuisine offers a variety of dishes from North Eastern and South Asian regions of India. They have a wide range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, as well as gluten-free and dairy-free options. Some of their most popular dishes include biryani, butter chicken, and lamb vindaloo. They also offer a variety of drinks, including Indian beers and cocktails.

Location

Zara Indian Cuisine is located on Hinton Way in Great Shelford, a village just outside of Cambridge. The area is mostly residential, but there are a few other businesses nearby, including a pub and a coffee shop. The restaurant is easily accessible by car and has a small parking lot. There are also several public transportation options nearby, including Shelford Station (0.7 miles away), Cambridge Station (3.5 miles away), and the Citi 7 bus stop (0.2 miles away).

Benefits

Customers should choose Zara Indian Cuisine for their authentic and flavorful dishes made with fresh ingredients. The restaurant has a cozy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a dinner with family or friends. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, and they are happy to make recommendations based on dietary restrictions or preferences.

Good to Know

Customers should be aware that Zara Indian Cuisine can get busy during peak hours, so it's recommended to make a reservation ahead of time. They also have a takeout and delivery option available for those who prefer to enjoy their meal at home.

Reviews

Customers rave about the delicious food and friendly service at Zara Indian Cuisine. They appreciate the authenticity of the dishes and the use of fresh ingredients. Many customers also mention the cozy and inviting atmosphere of the restaurant.

Amenities

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    halal
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    vegan options
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    gluten-free options
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    catering
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    takeaway
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    delivery
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    bar
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    private dining
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    kids menu
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    wi-fi
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    parking
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    air conditioning
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    highchairs
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    cashless payment
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    wheelchair accessibility
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    takeout
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    vegetarian options
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    halal options
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    private room

FAQ

What type of South Asian cuisine do you specialize in?

We specialize in North Eastern Indian cuisine.

Do you offer vegetarian or vegan options on your menu?

Yes, we offer vegetarian and vegan options on our menu.

Are your ingredients locally sourced?

We strive to use locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.

Can you accommodate large groups or private events?

Yes, we can accommodate large groups and private events. Please contact us for more information.

Do you have a liquor license and offer a selection of alcoholic beverages?

Yes, we have a liquor license and offer a selection of alcoholic beverages including beer, wine, and cocktails.

Reviews

  • Julie Zamikula

    Food : 5/5 | Service : 5/5 | Atmosphere : 5/5 More

    09-05-2023

  • Tony Armitstead

    Food : 5/5 | Service : 5/5 | Atmosphere : 5/5 Recommended dishes Saag Paneer, Garlic Naan … More

    09-05-2023

  • Sergio Alejandro González

    Oh my God. I'm no expert in Indian food but this is the place for the connoisseur. All the imaginable options are hete for both the vegetarian and the meat lover. The service is quite expensive and the atmosphere has no resemblance to anything Indian because is lean and very comfortable!. Our dinner was great and we were a large group which always and issue when deciding. The only thing really is the parking, in order to park the car you have to be a very skilled driver since this restaurant is beside the Shelford train station and the space is scarce.

    02-05-2023

  • Vartan Narinian

    Was 5-star before the pandemic. But lately, all the dishes look and taste broadly similar. With a generic thick sauce, the Korma, Pasanda, even the Jhal-fry are all broadly similar and based on the same sauce base. Even the £15 King Prawn Balti, which was served lukewarm in a porcelain dish! Gone are the cloth napkins, in favour of tiny paper ones. And gone is the shot of Sheridan's at the end. At £130 for 4 people (service not included) I expect better.

    30-04-2023

  • Rob Thomas

    Food : 5/5 | Service : 5/5 More

    30-03-2023

  • Sara Hammond

    Food : 5/5 | Service : 5/5 | Atmosphere : 5/5 … More

    30-03-2023

  • Peter Loughran

    Food : 5/5 | Service : 5/5 | Atmosphere : 5/5 More

    30-03-2023

  • Julia Lewis-West

    I used to love visiting this restaurant, went last night, very disapointing experience unfortunately. The waiter I gave my order to did not understand the chat starter with salad, I requested extra poori to go with it. Poori came with chicken chat but not salad to relieve the heat of spices on the pallete. I ordered tandori mixed without the sheek kebab, but extra one of other elements, waiter and I agreed would be the chicken part. Extra lamb tikka was served. In a skillet where the onions at the bottom were burnt and bitter because of that. The main chicken tandori piece was pink by the wing bone, advised couldnt eat as not cooked. The nan bread that is served with the mix grill was burnt underneath, which takes the pleasure away from the bread itself. The 3rd nan (as sent other two back) was better. My favourite dessert Ferror Roche ice cream, this arrived, the consistency on the top of it and ferror rocher itself was like freezer had or was part defrosting and was waiting to be refrozen. Not a good experience at all !! The head waiter last night argued every point, starter no its no spicy, nan no its not burnt, chicken yes that is how we cook it. So much so, I couldnt be asked to mention the stale frerror rocher dessert. VERY DISAPPOINTED. The owner and Izzi manager night off, it certainly showed. Felt quite upset when leaving £40 lighter with £7 discount, which didnt make up for the fact your chef let you down and staff should not argue their taste againgst what the customer (me) is experiencing. I booked 7pm 31st March, but I really dont feel like coming !! Thank you xxx

    30-03-2023

  • Dominika Krakowińska

    Food : 5/5 | Service : 5/5 | Atmosphere : 5/5 … More

    30-03-2023

  • Rikki Wright

    Normally love this place. I visit the area infrequently but always grab a curry from this award winning restaurant. Tonight however was a big miss. Went to pick up dinner about 10 minutes later than we were told and it still wasn't ready for another 10 minutes after that. The dishes were all much spicier than normal, my friend who is a regular at this place couldn't even eat hers, a dish she regularly orders. My jalfrezi was just about manageable but the chapati was terrible. It was like a Frisbee. Rock hard. Broke like a poppadom - inedible. Nothing to mop up the sauce. Might need to find a new place, too bad. Maybe it was just a busy Friday night but they should be used to that.

    30-03-2023