awesome awesome food. been a zareen's fan for years!…read more nestled within google campus, it's quite convenient to meet up with fellow friends in the area for after-work dinner (been here 3 times in the past month LOL) note that this location is take-out only, but there is plentiful outdoor seating. there's also a sports bar right across from here so we walked over to catch a world cup game (mexico vs. korea)! and if ur tryna see a movie, cinemark is also right there :)

Less than impressed. Review is purely on the food, since this is primarily a takeout restaurant,…read morewith no indoor seating and limited outdoor tables. An order of rice, chicken tikka masala, daal, chapli kebabs, and a paratha and 1/2 naan cost just over $60. Which was pretty high considering the amount of food we got. I would have expected slightly larger portions. Overall flavors are muted, the chicken tikka masala was similar to a tomato bisque. The meat in the kebabs was very soft and the flavor was okay but not traditional or as spicy as they should have been. The daal was also very bland and unsalted. For someone experiencing Pakistani food for the first time it would be good but the flavors are extremely muted.

My first meal in the Bay Area and this was delicious! Chicken was tender and tasted like it was…read moregrill and has so much flavor. We got the chicken tikka masala w/ garlic naan and sheermal. The chicken samosas are a Michelin guide but it didn't strike out to me. Zareens is one of my staple spots and it's good comfort food or if you want to have a nice night evening with friends, can go both ways! Service is good and they checked up on us regularly. Parking available on the street or nearby lots

A Zareen Experience…read more A locally owned chain of five restaurants, it is renowned throughout the South Bay for having some of the most authentic and delicious Pakistani/Indian food. They have also gained notoriety by being listed in the Michelin Guide for several years, including earning a Plate back in 2020. But, as many people note, the authenticity and taste factor in most ethnic restaurants can be determined by the clientele, and from what we gathered, this place must be legit. The Good: * Catering available * Reservations and waitlist available through the Yelp app * Dog-friendly outdoor dining * Friendly service * Prices are not bad, especially given the area; ±$50 for two for lunch is reasonable these days. * Masala Fries were crackalicious, and we couldn't stop eating them. Whatever spice blend they use is terrific and addictive. * Garlic Naan was also fantastic and came out piping hot. I actually wouldn't have minded a bit more garlic, but that's just me; I am not a vampire. * Madras Chicken was delicious, well spiced, and well cooked. The Meh: * The bathroom situation is a little weird, as they have shared restrooms with the neighboring business. I mean, we didn't have any issues, but just be aware. * The menu is a little large for my taste. There are too many options that sounded amazing, which leads to ordering paralysis for me. I know, I know, my steak is too rich and my lobster is too buttery. #firstworldproblems The Ugly: * They have the gall to charge almost $4 for a tiny can of soda served at room temperature. * Despite being in business for many years now, they still draw a crowd at lunchtime. Conclusion: Delicious Pakistani/Indian food at affordable prices, but get ready for a crowd.

My husband was ready for a new place to try. Was craving some chapli and Naan bread. We found this…read morein Redwood City Downtown area. Very very popular location for shopping and restaurants. There is no private parking but all paid street parking except on Sundays. Came on a Sunday evening and it took is about 20 mins to find parking. We parked three blocks away so be prepared and allow time for parking. The restaurant had plenty of seating inside and outside. Good for groups and can make reservations on Yelp. There is outdoor heat lamps on chilly days. The place was busy with lots of people traffic but we were able to sit right way for two people. Service was pretty good but had to flag our server a few times with no issues when we needed something. We ordered mango lassi drinks, jalapeño cheese naan, basmati rice, Chicken Tikka Masala Thali, and Beef Chapli Kabab Sizzler. Only needed a small order of rice as it was already a good portion since we would be full with naan bread. The naan was good by itself and a good portion. It was stuffed with cheddar cheese and spicy jalapeño but better when dipped with the Chicken Tikka Masala Thali. The Beef Chapli Kabab was juicy and flavorful. Have to have this with their green mint chutney so make sure to ask for it. All dishes were a little spicy but not overbearing. The mango lassi drink was very good but I wish it was colder! Hope someone sees this in my review to make that adjustment. ;) Forgot to check in when I was here but had to rate it to share my experience. Good friendly customer service. Very modern and hip place to hang out. Noise level is loud so it can be difficult to hear each other if dining inside. May not be recommended for a date. Maybe, if you sit outside, might be different. Will be back to bring other people and maybe try their Beef Chapli burger for next visit. [35R,2026]

1 Star I went to…read moreZareen's looking for a job because I was going through a very difficult time financially. I had been without food for four days and had no money. I was simply trying to find work and get myself back on my feet. Unfortunately, instead of being treated with basic dignity and compassion, I felt humiliated by the way I was treated by the management. I was apparently assumed to be intoxicated and was treated accordingly. I understand that the staff may not have known what I was going through, and I can understand why someone might misunderstand a person's condition. But there is a huge difference between being concerned about someone and humiliating them based on an assumption. You never know what someone is going through. A person walking through your door looking for a job could be hungry, exhausted, sick, homeless, struggling financially, or dealing with a personal crisis. In my case, I had not eaten for four days and was desperately looking for work. What hurt the most was not being turned away from the job. I can accept that. What I cannot accept is being made to feel like I was less of a human being because of an assumption about me. I hope the management remembers that every person who walks through their doors deserves to be treated with basic respect. Sometimes, a little compassion can mean much more to someone than you realize. I left Zareen's feeling humiliated rather than helped. No one should be made to feel ashamed when they are already struggling just to survive.

Party of 4, we decided to not order regular meal and instead ordered Char grilled Truffle paneer,…read morehara bhara kabab, Bombay beet slider, Appam and Ghee roast Lamb Appam. Except for Kabab which for me was too soft and not special, everything else was delicious. Our server was wonderful. While deciding what to get for dessert, we ordered daal makhani, garlic naan and malabar parantha. Daal was supreme with no cream but real butter and the garlic naan was one of the best in town. This is a place worth visiting again.

Located in the heart of Redwood City downtown, steps away from the historic Courthouse Square…read more Spacious restaurant with an outdoor patio overlooking the downtown. Went at 5 PM on a weekday and we were immediately seated. Enjoyed the Lazeez Chicken Seekh Kebab and Lamb Korma with Malabar Parotta. Service was great. Unfortunately, some of the interesting items on the menu weren't available: Goat Pepper Fry, Beet Sliders, etc.

Chaat Bhavan Mountain View provided catering for my wedding dinner. They came in time and only one…read moreperson managed all the drinks and food- thank you Harry for all your help! We ordered the tandoor package for about 30 guests. These are all medium trays - there was a lot of food leftover (tip to order less than no of guests)- but we were able to give it to our guests and neighbors. And the food- we got so many compliments from our guests! The drinks were mango lassi and mint and lime mojito and the appetizers samosas and paneer tikka were great! Also the three entrees, dal and rice and gulab jamun were great. We also got complimentary milk sweet at the end. Harry also helped us with setting a small garbage to throw our disposable plates and silverware, which was really helpful. Thank you Chaat Bhavan for a memorable and delicious dinner!

We were invited to dine at this restaurant in Mountain View. I thought it was far from home…read more The restaurant was big, our waiter was hospitable and accommodating. My favorites were the Pakoras, Cauliflower Manchurian and the Noodles. First time trying the noodles at an Indian restaurant and reminded me of a spicy chow mein. The Saag Paneer was good. I didn't try the garbanzos because I just had too many of those at recent parties. Overall, it was okay but still I wouldn't come back due to the far location. 45 minute drive is just too far from home for me.

This is everything that a Konkani girl in Mumbai dreams of.. surmai, paplet and Kolambi (in short…read morefish fish and more fish). The food was simply scrumptious. I could eat it everyday and would still crave every single day. Highly recommend the surmai thali, Konkani Chicken curry and sol kadi. Love love and love and ofcourse 100% recommend.

Nice ambience and authentic Maharashtrian flavors. The king fish was fresh and most of the Surmai…read moreThali was good, although the Sol Kadhi was a bit too sour. The biggest issue is the price. Two thalis with extra rice and roti cost almost $90, and the portions were fairly small. Worth trying once for the authentic food, but the pricing definitely needs some reconsideration.

Both the service and food were great ! Staff at the reception was accommodating and especially…read moreRohit who not only helped us secure the table in a very short time despite the weekend rush but also checked in to confirm we were comfortable once seated, as we were dining in with our 1 yr old. We liked all the dishes that were ordered. Overall a good visit to Mylpore Sunnyvale.

My second time here. We came around 5.30 and ordered a mega tiffin. I came with two kids ages 9 and…read more3. At first I thought that tiffin will be enough for us but then my kids quickly gobbled the idli and mini dosa and wanted more. So I ordered another plate of only idlis( has 3 big soft fluffy ones) and also took advantage of the happy hour to order a masala dosa for me. I am not the kind of mom who eats kids leftovers all the time. So I wanted my own dosa. For drinks, I did a medium strong filter coffee ( they make it to your customization and I was surprised to see they even had jaggery). My 9 year old took a mango lassi. Food was incredibly satisfying. Servers are very attentive and they came three times to our table offering more chutney and sambhar. We already had enough but if you like more sambhar and chutney with your food, this is heaven. One server even came with ghee for my little ones for idlis. I was so grateful. He was genuinely sweet to my kid. Felt a connection than just a business! Ambiance is classy and relaxed at the same time. Nobody gave me the side eye when my three year old was a little noisy. Have a corner for takeout containers for leftover food, very generous. I would highly recommend this place for its delicious food, relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. Prices are reasonable. They have happy hour daily from 3-6 pm and when we went at 5.30, the restaurant was more than 70% full on a Thursday. Eat early and save money too. We really had a very good time! PS- when you pay the bill ( you have to order and pay the bill before you eat at a room next to the dining area), do enter your phone number at the end and enroll in the loyalty program. I already redeemed an award today!

This place looks like a hole in the wall, a little outdated when it comes to the interior; however…read moretheir food makes up for it! It seems like they get substantially more delivery requests than inside dining. Knowing they are always busy makes me feel comfortable with the freshness of the meat. We love getting their special chicken65 briyani. It is so different than most briyani's. I wish they offered some options such as fried onions on top to make it more inline with briyani condiments, but regardless it is so delicious and they offer so much meat. The only feedback I have is that their menu is surprisingly small for an indian restaurant. If you had more options, I would order so much more. Especially in the appetizer section where you would expect basics such as chaats, tikis etc.

Late night lamb pot and Basmati rice. Delicious spicy. I've had better, no complaints though…read more Open late. It has a sign that says 24 hours but I think they might close at 1:30 AM now. Or certain days of the week?

This restaurant has been so popular, especially after featuring in the Michelin Guide!…read more The ambiance is gorgeous, with a mix of blue and white that is super pleasing to the eyes, almost like a Moroccan-inspired decor. We ordered a few dishes, starting with the raw oysters with fermented chili sauce and curry leaf ponzu sauce. The shellfish was extremely fresh, and the condiments were refreshing and complemented it perfectly. I particularly loved the ponzu sauce, it was so zesty! We also ordered the jackfruit sliders, and they honestly gave major Mumbai Vada Pav vibes. They were spicy and extremely flavorful; I almost forgot it was jackfruit! The ananas (Pineapple) pani puri was a refreshing flavor bomb! For mains, we got the black truffle cheese naan with cultured butter. I loved the butter; the naan was filled with cheese, and the truffles weren't prominently earthy; hence, they added a touch of umami. We also got the Kali Miri paneer with garlic naan, along with the lamb and squash with quinoa pulao. The paneer and naan were probably the most classic-tasting dish on the table and were deliciously prepared. The lamb and squash were equally good, but the quinoa pulao was the real star, a little spicy and super minty. We also got the dosa, which was good, but it got a bit overshadowed by the other fantastic dishes. The little diner with us got the French toast with jaggery syrup and passion fruit ricotta ice cream, which he totally devoured. While I did not taste the French toast, I did sample the ricotta ice cream, and it was light, fruity, sweet, and slightly tart, but delicious nonetheless. The presentation wasn't performative or chaotic; it was stunning and minimalist. Also, shoutout to Chef Srijith Gopinathan for his distinct take on modern contemporary Indian Cuisine. Service was surprisingly fast even though the restaurant was packed. Dining at Ettan made our family weekend lunch truly memorable.

The food was great and the staff were nice. The restaurant had really nice aesthetic. We went on a…read moreFriday night with a reservation, so it was pretty busy, and it took a while for us to order and for the food to come out. The menu was only one page, which was a little limited for someone picky like myself. We were seated outside next to some big flower pots with plants, and since it was pretty dark, I noticed an insect crawling near our food. I should've taken a picture but didn't. As for the food, everything we ordered was good. We got the lamb shank, biryani (which came with a drumstick and a small piece of chicken breast), and lamb galouti kebab. My favorite was the kebab, it was very tasty and tender. The sauce/curry that came with the lamb shank was also really flavorful. The biryani was good but tasted pretty similar to other biryanis I've had.

Food and service were good! Been there a couple of times and both times I was quite happy with the…read moremeals. It can get busy, depending on when you go, though I have never had to wait for a table, which is a plus. Tikka fish was delish, butter chicken, eggplant dish, nungu dessert, chili cauliflower. The restaurant is clean and prepped well for meals. Will definitely return- this maybe my new go to place!

Updated review post the name change after several take out orders and one dine in experience…read more Rusi has deals through DoorDash and we ended up trying several dishes because of that. Though they have a lot of BOGO offers, the quantities are very less making the deal far less attractive than what it seems. Coming to the food itself, it's pretty average, the dum biryani had tandoori style red color chicken topped with flavored rice. Not dum biryani from any angle. The mild chicken curry we ordered for take out was literal fire and burnt through my tummy. We then saw a post for unlimited Thursday night chaat and made our way there inspite of being a weekday. After getting seated we were told they decided not to have it due to lack of sufficient patrons. Needless to say we were disappointed but ending up ordering a few dishes. We got chowmein, parotta and some chaat. All the items were good and well made. They also gave us a Bangalore style peas chaat on the house, it tasted exactly like the version my grandma makes. So this was a very decent meal. Overall lot of inconsistency and mixed experiences.