Awesome food! I enjoyed the Pakistani-flavored, spicy, and mouth-melting Gola Kababs and the sizzling grilled chicken--both were delicious. The service was great. One thing to note: they used to have a proper dine-in space before, but now it's mostly takeaway. However, you can still eat on-site as they have chairs and tables set up. Neat ambience overall. read more

I'm a huge fan of the Palo Alto location and was excited to visit another Zareen's location. In general, it was a great experience. There was plenty of outdoor seating, and the service was speedy. You order on a kiosk, which makes for a streamlined ordering process. The food is always solid - I love all of their thali selections. This location was much more peaceful compared to the Palo Alto location. I stopped by on a Saturday evening, and there were only a couple tables that were occupied. I will say I feel like the portion sizes here are noticeably smaller than those at the Palo Alto location. This might be because all of the orders are packed to-go, so maybe there's less space for food? For instance, the thali from the Palo Alto location includes a side salad, which was not included in my order here. The other sides (pickled salad and daal lentil), along with the entree, were also significantly smaller here. The prices are the same, so I do think the Palo Alto dishes are more worth it. read more

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I went to Zareen's in Palo Alto on a Friday. Loved it and wanted to go back the following Sunday. I realized this location is closer to me so I came here instead! Turns out it's pick up only. Perhaps I should have read more closely so that wasn't a surprise, however it would also be helpful if the restaurant took down the old pictures of patrons dining in. It's misleading. Anyway, the food was still spot on! Dal had that home made quality. Chicken tikka has that tandoor flavor in addition to the delicious gravy. Fluffy naan. The menu is more limited so I didn't get my dahi puri. But still good. No comment on ambiance. read more

We got take out from Zareen's after a ridiculously long flight and it reminded us why this spot continues to be our go to whenever we visit. Sheermal is always our favorite - melt in the mouth and freshly baked, and we paired it with a juicy assortment of kebabs accompanied by some delightful hari (green) chutney. The spice, the value for money, and the comfort of this meal hit all the right spots! As always. Packaging could be a little better, but hey, do yourself a favor and go get a bite of that divine Sheermal! read more

Zareen's - Sheermal and Chicken Shami Kabab - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

My boyfriend works nearby and orders their thali for lunch sometimes: paneer tikka masala, aloo tikki - all delicious! Today I got the tarka daal - sooo creamy, delicious, and hearty with a faint spice! My boyfriend on the other hand got a crispy chicken zinger burger! I didn't even realize they sold burgers! He said it could go head to head against other spicy chicken sandwich joints. He enjoyed the spice on the chicken breading! Zareen's is takeout only, but they have plenty of seating outside. If I worked close by, I'd rotate through all the thali combo plates for lunch!! read more

Super delicious Indian food. The chicken tikka masala and naan are flavorful and the samosas are crispy on the outside yet soft on the inside. A small restaurant set up for take out orders only but there are a few tables outside to eat at. Everyone is really friendly and provided excellent service. Make sure to ask for silverware though. read more

Burrito 5/5 - this was so good! I thought a burrito would be too much with the tortilla but I am glad I got it! The tortilla is thin so it doesn't feel too heavy. The flavor is really good. And it is huge!! Good enough for two portions. I like the curry sauce that comes with the burrito, adds lots of flavor Also got their fries and they were a bit seasoned. The sauce is good too. read more

Zareen's - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

~ Smells like Heaven!! ~ As soon as you open the door, you are hit with SO many aromas!! I ate this 2 days in a row on my trip and did take out!! It tasted even better the next day! The service is so welcoming and sweet! Definitely get the Chicken tiki masala with garlic nan, the lamb curry, and chicken samosas !! And to wash it down TRY THE MANGO LASI. HONESTLY ANYTHING YOU GET HERE WILL NOT DISAPPOINT. I LOVE THEIR FOOD !! read more

Zareen's - Chicken Tikka Masala Ala Carte & Lamb Gosht Ala Carte with Half Naan half rice & Chicken Memoni Samosas - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

Man, the food at Zareen's is just flat out good. Different flavors and spices working together just gives so much flavor that's unique to anything western, really. This location is small. Seating is strewn about outside with no space for seating inside. There is a machine to place your order, along with menu items, inside. While the food is just really good overall, the fact that this is pretty much a take out location is disappointing with all of the plastic used and waste created. You gotta visit a Zareen's, and if you can, visit one of their restaurant locations. read more

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Love this spot since it is to go order only.. no one in line it was fast and easy ordering kiosk service.. the burger was not to dry the fry's was crunchy.. the ambiance is small no place to sit.. there are table and chairs outside... but not preferred when it's raining like today.. .. "till next time my food lover, till next time" read more

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Post-COVID, the original Zareen's near Google headquarters now only does takeout, but that does not change its status as one of the most beloved culinary establishments in the Bay Area. Sure, compared to the food you might get on the streets of Pakistan or India, its flavors are slightly muted, but I find its milder taste distinctly unique. I always get a combo thali for the variety, and their chicken is consistently juicy. They also serve some of the best chai I have ever had! read more

Zareen's - Grilled Chicken Boti Thali, Chai To Go - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

Got takeout of lamb gosht ala carte and it was delicious, just not as creamy as I would prefer. I've also had the palak methi and it was so so plate-licking good, even after I froze it once. Super creamy and tender, just a hint of spice. The flavors at this establishment don't miss. Don't have anything to say regarding the service or ambiance since I've only done takeout. read more

Zareen's - Palak Methi Gosht Ala Carte - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

We came here after a visit to the Computer History Museum. I was expecting a sit-down place, but they have been takeout only since COVID. We ordered from a kiosk. We shared the Lamb Gosht Thali and the Palak Methi Gosht Thali with naan on the side. One of the best parts of the meal was the daal. It's one of my favorites, and was great. Both lambs dishes were really good. The sauce from the Gosht was great to eat the naan with. The salad was good but nothing special. Now, the not so good things. First of all the naan came in a foil bag, making it mushy from the steam. I prefer my naan crispy. Moreover the naan was a little on the doughy side. Portion size was small, I could have eaten a samosa or two for dessert. The whole experience seemed a little impersonal. I placed my own order, paid, and someone popped out the back and handed my cousin our food. To make matters worse, the kiosk even asked for a tip. All they did was hand my food over. read more

Zareen's - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

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I've had coworkers rave about this place and after seeing it ranking highly on Yelp this year, I knew I had to try it out since I was in the Mountain View Area! My friend got the Tikka Masala combo and I wanted to try something different today and got the Lamb Bhuna Gosht entree with naan. It was amazing! Super well seasoned and spicy. I think their food holds true to its authenticity even after the store rose in popularity. Naan- got it to dip in with my entree. Not the hottest or crispiest but did the job. Mango lassi is just ok imo. It's definitely creamy and has the sweetness of the mango but tastes a little watered down I think. Not the greatest I've had for 5.50. Their Chai is super good though! I'd get this over the lassi any day! It's definitely on the sweeter side but I think the sweetness complements the meal well which is more seasoned and spicy. Comparing the entree to combo, I personally think it's better to order the entree then the combo because it looks like you get twice as much when comparing containers. Note this location is fully to go, but there is some seating outside for small and bigger groups. I'd love to come back and try a different entree or try their dine in locations when I'm further up in the peninsula! read more

Zareen's - Lamb Gosht Ala Carte - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

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We ordered chicken boti and Shammi kebabs as we were in the mood of dry appetizers and both the dishes were 10/10. Chicken was moist and very flavourful and portion size were huge. Most of the Bay Area restaurants have very small portions and high prices but this take our place was great. We will definitely go again read more

With its close proximity to 101, 85, a certain tech giant, and really damn good food, there's no wonder why Zareen's is such a South Bay/Peninsula staple. You can order through a number of delivery platforms, so getting your hands on this delicious food isn't too difficult either. While it is a mostly to-go restaurant (at least this location), they do have some outdoor dining available, which is great on a nice day, and the perfect stop before a Shoreline concert. The outdoor seating gets pretty packed, so either get their early, or prepare to pounce the moment someone gets up from their table. They have combos that are served with rice and salad, or you can order a la carte entrees. I've gotten a combo via delivery service for myself, but when dining with others the a la carte entrees are the way to go. On my most recent visit we ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala, Palak Paneer, and sides of rice and naan. This was plenty of food for two of us, and left us with a small amount of leftovers. Food was hearty and flavorful and had a little bit of heat, but nothing too intense. Would order all items again and look forward to going with more people sometime so that we can order and try even more from the menu! read more

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Let's set the scene: this is an Indian takeout place with limited outdoor seating and no bathrooms. Ordering is done via an app. This place is not meant to be compared to a restaurant by any means. What this Zareen's offers is tasty Indian food at reasonable prices. For my visit, I got the chicken madras curry thali and a chai tea. The thali is nice because it includes your choice of rice or naan and a couple sides. The chicken in the madras was tender and not dry. The curry was good but could use more spice. The chai is a little on the sweet side for me but it's a nice add on for $2.50. read more

We saw massive boxes of curries in the refrigerators which are just being heated up with every other dish and served. I understand this is mostly how restaurants operate. However our food was just as cold ! I have dined here more than three four times, and have had a disappointing experience each time. Cleanliness and hygiene seems dismal. The guy handling food wears the same gloves and moves tables, handles the cash register, serves the lassi, touched his shirt, hair, just yech. Plus the tables out are kept in the cold, zero effort in actually creating a warm ambience or keeping some Warmers/Burners. Also there is no focus on sustainability. A lot of Folks eat at the location in plastic boxes, with plastic sporks, in plastic glasses wrapped in a plastic bag! All dumped after few minutes of use. The curries taste alright, but are extremely rich with no balance. Avoid this location! read more

I have been to the Palo Alto location, but this was my first time at the Mountain View location. It turns out that this location is primarily a takeout spot post covid, but we had planned to eat outside anyway because my friend brought her dog. They have 6-7 tables outside - since it is a casual spot, they don't have heaters outside (which I don't think are usually necessary but it was super cold the one day we went lol) There is an iPad you can order from inside (which I think it slightly cheaper than ordering from the website). Even though it is primarily a takeout spot, they still have a water and utensils station. I got the chicken tikka masala with garlic naan and my friend got the lamb with garlic naan. We both thoroughly enjoyed our dishes and the portion was large enough where we both had leftovers. Yummy food and fair prices! read more

We ordered to go on the app. Pick up was ready on time. There is an area with twinkle lights, tables and chairs a few feet away that you can eat outside. The flavors of each dish were good. The lamb was a little greasy. read more

Zareen's - Butter chicken, Lamb Gosht, Palak Paneer and Basmati Rice - Rice Bowl - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

We got the Beef Chapli Kabab Sizzler, Madras Chicken Curry Thali and garlic naan at Zareen's on a Saturday night. Beef Chapli Kabab: When i ordered this, i envisioned a skewer kebab but was surprised with patty liked beef. It was seasoned well but it was a bit chewy. Madras Chicken Curry Thali: The star of the show! The curry was perfect! Bursting with rich spices and with a nice tolerable quick of spiciness. It was creamy and you could tell that the chicken was grilled. The lentils on the other hand were undercooked and could have used more flavor. The salad was mainly spinach and was mixed with this almost like sweet and sour sauce. Naan: We got a regular one and a few garlic ones. They were soft and they were pretty big. They have a special over just specialized for the naan so that's cool! Service/Ambiance: Ordered outside and got our food in about 10 minutes. It is a self serve restaurant. If you are looking for a warm cozy Indian spot, this is your place! (p.s took a few bites before taking pictures lol) read more

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I love their Mango Lasi, it was very delicious. It is outdoor seating, no indoor seating. Service was great. Ambiance is outdoor so it is ok. read more

Zareen's - Mango Lasi - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

Who wouldn't enjoy this restaurant? It's a local favorite for a reason, with multiple locations and consistently amazing food. It is one of my go-to spots. I love coming here to enjoy both their contemporary takes and the authentic vibes they bring to every dish. One of my must-haves is the chicken tikka masala a la carte with garlic naan, an unbeatable combo! The tikka masala is rich, silky, and perfectly buttery, and the garlic naan is just as impressive. It is soft, airy, and full of flavor. Truly comfort food at its best. I also love their small plates. Everything I've tried has been delicious. The masala fries are addictive, especially with their dip, which I always ask for extra of. Once you start, you can't stop! All around, it's a fantastic place with amazing food, friendly service, and great vibes. If you haven't been here yet, you're seriously missing out! read more

Just like the Palo Alto location this places is really good personally get their samosas and Chicken silver spoon rolls and Chicken tikka masala with garlic naan and they always turn out so flavorful and seems to have great thought into every dish they made and wow the garlic naan is the best love to come back again soon read more

This is one of the places I've ever been to. The flavors were absolutely mouthwatering and the quality of the food was top-notch. You can easily taste the love and the finest ingredients in every bite. The Gola Kabab Sizzler and Grilled Chicken Boti Sizzler were a great start to the meal. We also ordered Chicken Tikka masala which was creamy, buttery, and delicious, and the Lamb Gosht was very rich and aromatic. Everything on our table was out of this world. The prices are very reasonable for such high quality dishes. The service was also fast, even though they were really busy and there was a line to order. 10/10 meal! Will definitely plan a trip back to SFO just to experience this great meal again. read more

Zareen's - Grilled Chicken Boti Sizzler - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

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Zareen lives up to the hype. I've been going here for 7 years. They're continuously expanding! They've taken over the old Starbucks location, and has way more outdoor seating. This is one of the few spots open late on Cal Ave. Currently, you can sit indoors, take away or one of the spots outside (if it's not raining). First timers, you can order the mango lassi, chicken tikka masala, butter chicken and naan. These are all good options. read more

Located near Google HQ, parking is a bit difficult to find. There's no indoor seating, but they have a nice rented area outside that can seat medium sized groups of 4 or so. Chicken Tikka Masala Thali (4/5): portion size is good. The naan wasn't too oily and had good flavor. The tikka masala was so creamy and rich. The chicken was tender and soft. Tap to pay is accepted. Overall, Zareen's has some amazing Indian food. Not much to say about service but do check your phone as they let you know when your order is ready via text. read more

Zareen's - Chicken Tikka Masala Thali - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

It was my first time here. I was surprised that there is no indoor seating. Food is all packaged to go. You have options to sit outside. However, outdoor seating in the winter is too cold. No heater or cover is available to keep you warm. My friend and I ended up sitting outside bc of my dog. I got 2 meal dishes with garlic naan. The naan is not as garlicky as I thought it would be. My orders included lamb gosht thali and chicken tikka masala. They were good, but I saw a lot of oil and grease on the top layer of the curry. I enjoyed the food, but it's a bit heavy for my tummy. The portion was good for me, but my friend said that he didn't feel full after. read more

Zareen's Gola Kebab Sizzler comes with the warning "for adventurous palates," and they were not kidding. My brain had to process what was happening as soon as I stuck my fork in it, and once it caught up I loved it. It reminded me of a cooked beef pate with a bold, spiced-up twist. The breads were all excellent: naan, sheermal, and paratha. My favorite was the sheermal, which paired beautifully with the gola kebab. We also got the Tikka Masala Thali. The sides were tasty and the chicken had a nice smoky flavor that worked really well. The samosas were tasty and the chutney that came with them tied everything together. I did not realize it was takeout only, but it ended up working out. The food traveled well and still delivered great flavor at home. And just get the chai -- straight from the motherland. read more

This restaurant is close to the Google Mountain View office and Century CineMark theatre. There is limited seating available outside. I've been to this restaurant couple of times. My favorites are mango lassi, chicken boti, silver spoon paneer roll and punjabi burger. The lassi is very indulgent and rich with the right amount of sweetness. The paneer roll is nice too read more

Love Zareen's! Everytime I'm in the bay we stop here for dinner and the food is exceptional everytime. I personally love the nihari, it's probably one of the best niharis i've had in the US. I also love the outdoor seating, it's such a great setting for socializing with friends and family read more

Zareen's - Nihari, Chicken Tikka Masala, Beef Chapli Sizzler, naan - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

Loved their chicken tikka masala! The sauce had layers--aroma of spices, a gentle warmth, and a smooth finish. Chicken was juicy, not dry at all. Staff were warm and quick to help. Cozy atmosphere and an easy recommend. read more

Zareen's - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

Sooooooo delicious!! A couple friends and I dropped by for a late lunch; we ordered naan, rice, veggie samosas, palak paneer, chicken tikka masala, and mango lasi. It was all so yummy. The samosas were so flavorful and came with 2 sauces (tamarind and mint chutney). The chicken tikka masala was also so delicious, I personally liked it better than the palak paneer but my friends liked it more. The mango lasi was also so good, but one of my friends said it felt a little artificial. Service was quick and great, this spot is more of a takeout spot, but you can sit outside as we did and it was quite nice! read more

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Good-tasting Indian food, just as expected from other reviews. I ordered takeout, and although it was crowded and I had to wait longer, the food was worth it. At home, everyone -- including my Indian guests -- was very happy with the meal read more

Ordered chicken tikka masala a la carte, lamb gosht a la carte, and rice. The chicken was a very good choice, I can see why this is a popular staple. The lamb gosht is also quite nice if you're a fan of lamb. The rice was very fragrant and paired well with the curries. This meal was very great. We could not help wonder if the experience would have been better with in person dining. All orders are made online or via their QR code online. There is no in store seating, it's all pick up orders in to-go containers and paper plates. There is some seating outside and under a nearby tent but the experience is largely informal. Parking here is adequate, there are enough spaces to handle the lunch rush of customers. read more

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I haven't had Indian/Pakistani food in a while and wanted some for dinner. I came here one weekend and ordered the Sabri Beef Nihari, Grilled Chicken Boti Thali, Sheermal, Naan. The Sabri Beef Nihari - has a nice gravy sauce, with fresh chilies, beef shank was very tender and delicious. Not that much beef but a lot of sauce. This is also a Weekend special. Grilled Chicken Boti Thali - This includes daal, salad, tikka sauce, charcoal grilled pieces of chicken marinaded in herb spices. The chicken had really good flavor between the charcoal and the herb blend. Nice cooked onions on it. Daal, salad, tikka sauce and mint chutney were standard. Highly recommend. Sheermal - I haven't heard of this before, so wanted to try it. It felt like it a dessert. It's a flatbread made with milk and saffron, but a little bit sweet Naan - standard naan that went nicely with the sauces from what I ordered. There are multiple locations of Zareen's but this location in Mountain View does not have dine in, only take out. The other locations do have dine in. Food came out pretty quick after ordering and traveled well. I didn't realize this until after arriving at the restaurant. Also learned Zareen's is rated #1 on the Yelp 100 best places to eat in 2024. Sorry didn't take any photos read more

Came here with my sister during a visit back home to the Bay Area. Some of the best Pakistani food I have ever tried! read more

Zareen's - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

I've been a few times to the Palo Alto location and the food has always been good. It's quick and busy and dependable. Finding a good table always feels a bit tricky. read more

We got spoiled dal and palak paneer when we got Thalis delivered from here today. A go to spot for tea and wraps, but quality has been hit or miss compared to other Zareen locations. But still didn't expect rotten food. Will avoid from now on. read more

I ordered Zareens on DoorDash for years--- but in person it's even better. There's no wonder that is is bussing on weekends :) Great food good prices and the ambience is nice perfect for a large group of people :) read more