3 of us shared everything: Malai kofta: not a big fan of the veggies balls (only 4) but the creamy fenugreek sauce was delicious. They also come with rice. Chicken korma: a savory complex korma than the sweeter nuttier korma I like more (Sahib) but still very good and the chicken comes out so tender. Rice here too. Goat Dum Biryani: this was delicious too and tender meat as well. Be aware that there are bones. It also comes with a yogurt sauce to help with the spice but it wasn't really spicy. There is a CC charge of 3% and we did have to get our dishes mild due to a friend. I'd come back - table was open at 6:30pm on a Friday but there was a wait by the time we left. All this for $63 after tax and tip. Amazing. Want to come back. read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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We came to Hyderabadi Zaiqa with the recommendation of a friend who said this spot was her go-to for homestyle Indian food and it was fantastic! Great value and flavor! I loved the goat biryani which was well spiced and the goat off-the-bone tender. The butter chicken was also a table favorite and we even ordered a second plate after we were halfway done eating. I also loved the kadhi paneer and garlic naan. Best of all, they give you complimentary rice with the curries which is pretty rare nowadays. Will definitely be back when I'm craving comforting Indian food. read more

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Two years ago, I walked into the original NYC location of Hyderabadi Zaiqa, and loved everything about that little basement restaurant. This new Murray Hill location is a little more convenient for me to get to, similarly not much to look at (although it's above ground, and the ceilings are much higher), but the food is just as flavorful and that's basically everything that matters to me. There was a bit of a language barrier with our server, but I think he got our order right (except we didn't get a garlic naan we wanted). All I know is that he brought out dish after dish of excellent Indian cuisine. The Chicken Vepudu is still a must, you have to get a biryani (the HZ special is a good call), and from there just do you. If you must know, we got some chicken tikka masala because it's always a crowd pleaser, and it's as good a version as you'll ever have. The samosas are also top tier, and I'd recommend starting with some cauliflower. The Gobi 65 or the Gobi Manchurian...both incredible. I also love the Malabaar curry (we got fish this time, and it was banging). If you've got a group of people who are into Indian food, bring them here, order plenty of dishes, and enjoy an extremely fragrant, incredibly delicious lunch. Or dinner. Whatever you want. read more

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I absolutely loved it all. I'm super sensitive to spice and everything here was super tolerable which was a pleasant surprise. We started off with samosas which were crisped to perfection and had so much delicious filling. For entrees we tried a bunch - the chicken tikka and shrimp were standout. The sauces were so fragrant and flavorful. Of course dipping any and all sauces in garlic naan is a must, and this naan was pillowy perfection. Staff was extremely sweet and accommodating. We sat for a long lunch and no one rushed us out. They also let us bring in a few balloons and our own dessert for a celebration which was nice. A great pick for some really authentic and delicious eats. read more

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Incredible food, beautiful space, kind service. Nothing but good to report from my first visit. Our group of 6 met here for a weekday lunch and got to try a little bit of so much from their menu. There was nothing we didn't love, and no dish went unfinished. Even after something was technically done, we were using our naan to scrape up what was left of the sauce, because it was truly that good. From the biryani to the malabar shrimp (my personal favorite of the day), I loved everything I tried. I am normally not a spicy fan, but nothing was too overpowering. End your meal with a chai like I did, and I think you will love this place as much as we all did. read more

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From the dishes we shared, to the chai that completed our meal, I couldn't help but fall in love with this spot. The decor was beautiful, and the staff were incredible. We were a large group and they handled it very well. From how they spaced out the dishes, to how they kept check in on how full the water pitchers were and if we had everything we needed. We shared everything, from the garlic naan, the house special biryani, the chicken 65 (which we discussed we learned what is was from Good Hang with Amy Poehler's podcast episode with Anzi Ansari), and I believe we had the Apollo fish and so much more. Everything we had was amazing with the right amount of kick. We closed it out with a chai and I was perfectly full and so content. Interested in trying their other location. I'm sure it will be amazing as well! read more

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I have now dined at both locations of Hyderabadi Zaiqa and can firmly declare that each meal is as good as the last. This Murray Hill location is more spacious than their basement one in midtown, making it that much better to kick back with their delicious bites. ' Hyderabad is known for being the second largest tech exporter, but also for biryani. My family is from India's neighbor, Burma, and we have our own version of biryani. But truth be told I don't think Burmese biryani can hold a candle to Indian biryani, especially not from Hyderabad. I've had the pleasure of having biryani made by friend's parents from Hyderabad and can say this one matches up in terms of flavor. I also love the Apollo fish, Malabar shrimp, and tikka masala. Each dish had me scraping every last drop of sauce with their fresh garlic naan. I love spicy food and most dishes had at least a mild kick to them, but even my spice sensitive friend didn't find the food overwhelmingly spicy. I have only been to both locations during weekday lunch where it wasn't too busy, so our food came out quickly and our large group would have been seated right away even without the reservation we made. I suspect they are much more crowded during dinner and on weekends, especially since they've received some buzzy press, from the likes of Eater and from our own mayor himself. The staff was so chill they even let us hang up some light decorations and bring in our own dessert to celebrate our friend's engagement without an extra charge. I always leave so satisfied and can't wait to return. read more

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I hate to update a positive review to a one-star, but I leave my most recent visit to Hyderabadi Zaiqa deeply offended by the rude behavior of the staff. My fiancee and I frequently stop here for a cup of chai after work. On our most recent visit, after paying (and leaving a generous tip), one of the waiters chased us out for a block and a half to ask if we had paid. I'm unclear why he couldn't confirm with his colleague before insulting us in this manner, especially when we are regular repeat customers. Needless to say, in logon ne hamari bari beizzati ki, and we will not be returning. read more

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I was really excited to come after hearing zohran dropping this as a restaurant recommendation. My friend and I got here at 7pm and the space is small and intimate. We ended up sharing a table with another two top which made the experience cozy. We got the chicken dum biryani, garlic naan, aloo gobi, and I also got the mango lassi. Overall the food was good. I thought the biryani was gonna be a touch spicier especially because they gave us raita. It was flavorful but maybe the spice level is more geared towards a western taste. read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Chicken Dum Biryani - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

5 stars for the chicken chettinad curry, 4 stars for everything else. We ordered takeout, so I can't comment on the service or ambiance. The food arrived hot, I tried the chilly chicken appetizer (pleasant, spicy, what you would expect) and the cauliflower (gobi vepudu). The cauliflower was tasty, I had not had it prepared that way before. For entrees we ordered the chettinad curry with chicken and goat biryani along with naan. The naan was very good, but the garlic naan barely tasted different from plain naan, it could definitely use more garlic. The chettinad curry was incredible, super flavorful with a decent amount of chicken that was nice and moist. The goat biryani was tasty, but I wanted the raita it came with to be a bit thicker (it was a little liquidy) and fresh herbs on top of the biryani would have been a nice touch. I just wanted the dish to have a bit more flavor overall. They could have been more generous with the goat (it was mostly bone) but we enjoyed the dish. Because this place has hyderabad in the title, I had high expectations for the biryani. I would definitely order from here again and would 100% recommend the chettinad curry. Would love if they had a lunch special. read more

Okay we were shocked by how good the chicken saag was - that was probably my favorite dish here. Service is relatively quick. it's a much bigger location than the other spot. We also ordered the chicken 65 biryani, which I absolutely loved. I've never had chicken 65 biryani before and it was life changing. What's also nice is you can make a reservation online! read more

I'd say the rating is closer to 4.5/5 stars. I got the chicken rogan josh, and I've gotten say it's one of the best rogan josh I've had anywhere. The flavors were great and nicely balanced. The only feedback I had was some chicken pieces had a strong chicken taste that not even the flavors can mask, but I think this is a me issue and I'm in the minority. I tried some of my friend's hyderabadi chicken biryani, and it was so good! Even looking at it, every grain of rice is coated with flavor. I also tried the halim, and it was more mild and bland than I expected. I'd probably get it and use it as a supplement / topping to a biryani. read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Chicken Rogan Josh - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Staying in Murray (Curry) Hill for the week so we figured we'd try some Indian food. With a wealth of options it was hard to narrow it down to one place but we chose ZaiqA, and damn are we glad we did. The interior is bright and well-appointed, and even at 9pm the place was busy! We were sat immediately and brought a pitcher of water. We ordered four dishes and some garlic and regular naan. Naan - light and crispy. Very, very good. Butter chicken - flavorful and full of Chicken. Chicken Tikka Masala - probably the best I've tasted. Creamy and packed with flavor. Chicken Chettinad- fantastic flavor. Dum Ka Murgh - I ordered this extra spicy and they delivered. Full of delicious coconut milk and green chili flavor. read more

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This place was so delicious! Everything we got was packed with flavor and mixed well together. The curry corn was particularly a standout. Service was quick and portions were huge! read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Heard about how great the biryani is from the original Hell's Kitchen location so was excited to see the expansion into Midtown East. This particular location is a huge upgrade with 2 floors and more traditional tables and seating (versus stools in HK). Place is spacious, clean, service was quick. Ordered two biryanis - one with lamb and another with chicken. Both also came with a yogurt sauce. Meat was tender and rice was cooked to perfection. Loved how there were fried onions/shallots on top of the rice. Portions were quite generous and very shareable. Looking forward to trying more on their extensive menu! read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Biryanis - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Great food experience at the Zaiqa Tiny and intimate place wouldn't fit large groups, but should fit two or three people and there are only a few tables Best to pick up food from here The place has amazing biryani Being from Hyderabad we expect high standards of biryani and the taste here is just great Def try the lamb biryani and the chicken dum biryani - the main thing is the smell and flavor and you get to enjoy and savor every bite also the boneless biryani is great if you don't enjoy pieces with bones also try couple of chicken snacks read more

Came here yesterday after a meetup in central park...cool decor, great service...Ordered Chilli fish fry, the okra, haleem and the chicken 65 biryani..the chillie fish fry was one of the best things i ever ate...Prices are reasonable also..This is on top of my list of my favorite Indian restaurants in NYC. read more

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Very good but over hyped. Clean and standard ambiance and service. More of a take out place for me but good food loved the butter chicken and kofta. Need to try the famous biriani read more

We had an amazing meal here! The goat biriyani was out of this world! The other dishes were great too; the service was attentive and prompt; and the setting was spacious and pleasant. Our family of 3 shared the following and had left overs to take home: 1) Goat biriyani - the meat was flavorful and tender and the rice was delicious - we absolutely loved this dish! So, so good. 2) Gobi Manchurian - very good 3) Okra - very good 4) Lollipop chicken - great 5) Haleem - good, but way too rich for us - I wouldn't get this again 6) Naan - great I really appreciated the fact the food was flavorful without being excessively spicy. The staff was friendly and checked in on us multiple times; the food came out quickly. The space was clean and casual. I can't wait to have their goat biriyani again - it was amazing! read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Gobi Manchurian and Chicken Lollipops - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Somewhere between 3-4. The place was packed so it's clearly enjoyed. I got two what I thought were basic dishes; chicken tikka and saag paneer. Both tasted fine but the color of the saag was lighter /brighter than I've ever seen in any Indian restaurant which threw me off and I was too in a rush/hungry to think deeply about it. As I said, I was in a time crunch and asked for take out but their expo team dropped the ball and my food was sitting on the counter for like 15 minutes before I went up and asked what was going on with my order. read more

So glad I got to try this place, and even more glad for this to be opened in my neighborhood. There are plenty of good Indian restaurants in Murray Hill, but this one is AMAZING, seriously! My party of two ordered four items are were super stuffed after, with all four dishes being standouts among the Indian food we have had in the past. My personal favorites was the palak paneer, which had a velvety texture and a taste that hits well but not overly salty. The chicken 65 biryani was also great. Then the fresh garlic naan went perfectly with the sauces from the dishes. Service was prompt and courteous, with swift water refills. I will definitely be back regularly! read more

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Wanted to try the OG location but they conveniently opened a place near me, and it's soooo good and affordable!! Will be my go to Indian spot from here on out fs. Chicken 65 ($12) - super soft and flavorful (sweet and spicy), warning that it is spicy but it's worth w how good it is Goat Biriyani ($17) - solid Biriyani and big portions! Not the best that I've ever had but still very good and flavorful. If you want a hearty rice dish this is a good option. palak paneer ($15) - I don't have much Indian food but this was the best that I've ever had. It's mild yet so flavorful and was so good with the rice and naan. Must get! Instagram- @joangela.eats read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Palak Paneer Hyderabadi Goat Dum Biryani Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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Nice place! Their signature dishes seem to be biriyani, but we were in the mood for some tandoori chicken and roti. Had dal tadka and rice. The server was nice and, cordial. read more

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LOVE IT! This place is the best Biyani heaven in the city and its coming from me who is very picky about my biryani. First of all they have such a nice ambiance and great service. Place is always busy but you still get table. They have like 15 types of biryani's and its not like they are just using the same spices for all- They are creating each one according to the region and style specified! needless to say all our yummy! to top all they have a pretty decent Veg section too. My most favorite are dum goat and HZ chicken special biryani. For veg lovers their paneer biryani was really good too. Their Okra is the best loved it! read more

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I've been a fan of their other location and have been meaning to try this place. This is a big space and their menu is extensive. I came in here with a work friend for lunch. They started us off with some free chai, which was welcome in this cold weather. We split the chicken lollipops, and I ordered the Hyderabadi Goat Dum Biryani, while my friend had naan and Chettinad Chicken. Everything was extremely delicious and their portions are very generous. The place is new and service seemed a little slow (not enough staff), but for this food I'm willing to overlook that on my first visit. read more

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Delish! It's very casual in here with lots of seating, but would be a great takeout option too! The complimentary chai was a great treat to start. We split the chilly paneer appetizer - it had great flavor and a slight kick; it wasn't crispy like I had expected, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. For my main, I got the butter chicken. The menu claimed it was chicken breast, but it looked like dark meat. I'm pretty picky with chicken and wasn't a fan of the the chicken in the dish, but the SAUCE was sooooo good!!! I pretty much just ate the sauce with the rice (free) & garlic naan and was very happy. If you like all types of chicken, I think you'll definitely enjoy this one!! I personally will get a paneer dish next time :) Servers were friendly, and the prices are great! read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Butter chicken, garlic naan, chicken tikka masala, complimentary rice - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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Hyderabad Zaiqa easily has the best biryani in NYC. The flavors are bold, consistent, and genuinely comforting. Their special HZ Boneless Chicken Biryani and the Chicken 65 Biryani are must-tries. Pair either one with a chilled, creamy mango lassi and you're set for a perfect meal. The service is friendly, and the vibe is bright and laid-back in the best way. read more

Service was FANTASTIC. Our server was so friendly! Paneer Matar Masala: Delicious. The curry was so rich and savory and the paneer was great. Dum Ka Murgh: I thought this one was just okay. I liked the paneer masala better, but my wife thought really loved this one. Hyderabadi Goat Dum Biryani: So delicious. Goat was very, very tender and fragrant. Definitely try this one, as you usually don't see goat on menus. Restaurant is large with plenty of seating. We sat around talking for a good while, and we didn't feel rushed at all. read more

I went to this new location of this excellent Indian place twice going once shortly after they opened for dinner and earlier in the day for lunch. As with the other location, they specialize in biryani more than anything else which is outstanding at both spots though the rest of the dishes aren't half bad either. By comparison, this location is much larger and a lot less crowded. It was particularly empty during lunch and I would suggest them perhaps add a lunch special menu to compete better. Perhaps a miniature biryani for a few bucks less or a lunch set with an app and a mini one or something for the same price would work best? Both times, they gave me an Irani Chai with black tea leaf, milk, cardamom, and condensed milk which is normally $4.99. This was a solid chai with a slightly different spice compared to other ones ordered in other places around the area and I would say it would be equivalent to getting 1 sugar in said spots outside of the slight spice difference. The first time I decided to get a chaat or as they spell, chat. Said Aloo Papdi Chat for $7.99 had diced potatoes, crispy lentil, onion, tomato, tamarind, and sweet curd. The portion size wasn't the biggest but the flavors were fine with a nice mix of textures and I would say this one was a bit sweeter compared to some spots. The first time for dinner, I had the Goat Fry Biryani for $18.99 with juicy goat tossed with basmati rice, saffron, and aromatic spices. The goat was cooked down wonderfully and was quite tender and while there were bones, they were easy enough to eat around with the meat being that tender. There was some spice but not too much compared to some other spots with a good balance of heat. The raita/yogurt on the side helped with the heat as well. For lunch, I had one of their more unique options for biryanis which was the Chicken 65 Biryani for $16.99 with coated chicken tossed with curd base sauce and mixed basmati rice. The chicken was moist and tender with a good sour and spicy kick from the sauce. Both were excellent with the chicken being more tender though I preferred the goat in terms of flavor. I would recommend checking out this location as the quality of the food matches the other location and you no longer have to deal with the super crowded tiny space in Hell's Kitchen. Good specialty shop and a little gem among the spots in the area. Mid 4. read more

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Ordered this restaurant from Uber Eats and got food poisoning. Did not eat anything else prior so 100% sure it was from here. Read other reviews and plenty of other people have mentioned that they also got food poisoning. Stay away from this place.... read more

If you're craving authentic Hyderabadi flavors in New York, Hyderabadi Zaiqa is a must-visit! Every dish was a burst of flavor and pure comfort. * Garlic Naan - soft, perfectly charred, and loaded with garlic goodness! * Bhindi Sabji - homestyle, crispy, and spiced just right--reminded me of a perfect homemade meal. * Hyderabadi Dum Biryani - full of aroma, masala, and that deep dum taste... this one's a winner! * Baby Corn Manchurian - crunchy, tangy, and the Indo-Chinese twist we all secretly crave. The service was friendly, and the portions were satisfying. Definitely going back soon! read more

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Such quick service and there is some seating inside & it's normally very busy inside with tables full & order pick ups at all times. They are very nice and quick here! The food is absolutely delicious!! My friends love the chicken lollipops. We also really enjoyed the chicken 65 & tandoori chicken. One of my personal favorites was the dal makhani. I come here often for take out & will continue to be back! Highly recommend for actually good indian food! read more

Really yummy biryani. We had the HZ boneless special. Flavorful and delicious. The paneer tikka was nothing special. Chicken chettinand was also just OK. Ambiance is casual and the service was prompt. Gem of curry hill. read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Biryani - HZ Special Boneless Biryani - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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Outstanding Indian cuisine. Every dish was superbly prepared and bursting with flavor! We started with the Chicken Vepudu and Aloo Papdi Chat for appetizers. Both were excellent especially the Chat which my dining partner said was among the best versions he ever had. For entrees we had the Dum ka Murghi and Lamb Bhuna. Both dishes were perfectly prepared and seasoned well. Flavors in both dishes were well balanced. Portions were substantial. The Garlic and Chili Naan were both delicious versions of Naan. The Irani Chai was freshly made with fresh spices and was a top shelf version. Service was friendly and attentive. Atmosphere was clean,causal and pleasant. The reason 3 stars were given was due to a shady and cheap ass business practice of charging a service fee to use a credit card! Merchant credit card fees are the price of doing business. I've never been charged such a fee ever in any Manhattan restaurant or anywhere else and I eat out often. If I knew beforehand I would've dined elsewhere. It's very petty and being a cheap owner to charge such a fee. It's not the responsibility of customers to pay for your fees to do business. You don't want to to pay the lousy fees then don't accept credit cards and accept cash only. Problem solved. Otherwise, had and great dining experience and among the best Indian cuisine in Manhattan. read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Got a chicken 65 appetizer and chicken biryani which came with yogurt. Very solid overall, was not a fan of the cardamom in the chicken biryani, but otherwise yum! It's a small little hole in the wall, but service was read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

I came here for a weekday sit-down lunch and while there are no lunch specials, prices are still reasonable. It wasn't very crowded, but I did notice a few take out orders being picked up. They gave us some complimentary chai which I really enjoyed. It had a nice blend of spices and wasn't too sweet. I liked that all the food was served really hot in temperature. We ordered samosas, goongura chicken biryani, chicken tikka masala, and garlic naan. Everything was very good and flavorful. My favorites were the garlic naan, which had good garlic flavor and were crispy, and the chicken tikka masala, which had tender chicken and a rich, delicious sauce. The samosas were a solid appetizer filled with potatoes and peas and served with a spicy and a sweet sauce. The biryani was good with a spicy kick, but it was a touch too salty that you couldn't eat it by itself. Service was also attentive and friendly. Would definitely come back to try other dishes! read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Samosas - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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The food here is hands down about the best Indian food I have had in years in NYC. First and foremost it is correctly spiced as per authentic Andra food. And if asked they will make it hotter even still. If you don't love properly spicy Indian food, I personally prefer if you stay away. Too many great Indian restaurants have been ruined by spice adverse customers crying that it is "too hot". If Indian toddlers can eat the food so can American babies in their twenties and thirties. This is now my fifth meal from here. I'm very happy. The vegetarian Biryani is a bit lacking as they use very small pieces of potato and cauliflower which is not how I was taught which should see it cooking for several hours and the chunks vegetables or meat really being infused with the flavors. My non-veg kids love the Chicken Tika and the Butter Chicken Here is the full list I or my partner have eaten. Palak Paneer, the best I have had outside of India. The paneer is perfect and of course home-made. The Aloo Gobi Matar is the best in New York, I always order the Aloo Gobi first, and that will tell me if the restaurant is any good. Most high priced Indian restaurants fail the Aloo Gobi test. The Nizami Paneer is alright, but did not taste much cashew. I have had the Bhindi Masala twice, it is amazing, perfectly spiced (I did ask for it to me made "Hot like India" and yes, it was VERY hot! The Aloo Papdi Chat was likewise good. Their Naan and Roti are also among the best and all cooked fully. Desert I have tried the Double Ka Meetha was great. But always save the best for last, the Irani Chai takes me back to 6am side of the road wake up in Andra.... not to be missed. Visit here, it is very spacious, and bring your taste buds. read more

Hyderabadi Zaiqa - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

I'm sooooo happy they opened a second location!! Our group of 5 visited on a Saturday late afternoon and were so happy to see a lot of free tables and space. The original location is always so crowded and we've only been able to do takeout. This is our favorite Indian restaurant in the city so we always happily wait. We ordered the Hyderabadi biryani, butter chicken, garlic naan, samosa, gobi Manchurian and chicken tikka masala. They also offered our group complimentary chai. My favorite order is butter chicken but I'll try to explore more of the menu. The service was great and the food was amazing as always. I'll be visiting this location more often now :) read more

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Super good food. Service was ok. Will go back for the food. Tried haleem, biryani and khubani ka meetha and all were great. Definitely going back. read more

What a great find! This lively spot was our choice on a rainy winter night that turned out to be both Holi and Ramadan after iftar, and it was packed. We didn't have a long wait for a table, and the server came quickly with their large menu of halal veg and non-veg options. We ordered the chicken 65 appetizer, a chicken tikka masala, a bhindi masala (okra), garlic naan, chai irani, and mango lassi. We were hungry, and the food came insanely fast. I was super impressed with the buttery sauce on the tikka masala, the fresh, pillowy naan that tasted like it had been made in house, the thick, yogurty lassi- not thin and mostly juice, and the dry okra with fresh curry leaves and lots of fresh peppers. Really delicious and richly deep flavors. We finished with ras malai which came out with pretty dried rose petals and a few almonds on top. That was sweet to the point that the cardamom and rose took a back seat, but it was still really good and fresh. I was delighted by our meal and we will return! read more