We went to Zouq on a quiet Monday evening for dinner and were the only ones there. The ambiance is unassuming and simple - order at the counter, plastic plates and utensils, and open seating. Even though we were the only ones there, we did have to wait a bit for our food. The wait is beyond worth it. We experienced fantastic flavors, huge portions, and incredibly fresh food overall. We got the chicken korma (decently spicy), the kadhi pakora curry, garlic naan, and rice. We also got a mango lassi (amazing). In terms of value, I can't readily think of a place that has more. There was so much food that we ended up eating leftovers for two more days. We will absolutely be back for the buffet, and if you're in the area, this is a can't-miss spot. read more

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This place has potential, food is very good. Always lightly staffed (usually only one to both take orders and wait tables), always nearly empty. Never a complaint about the food. Shawarma, gyros, vegetarian options. Like nothing else I've ever eaten. I've here for 3 iterations and not a lot changes with new names/owners. This iteration is definitely cleaner and friendlier than the last two. So, I'm giving it a review. Worth trying, but don't expect to get out quickly. Great for sitting and chatting with the wife over a meal, though. read more

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I was trying to find another Indian restaurant nearby since my go-to place at Naan N'Curry seems to go down (I think they changed owners/chefs). Tried Zouq during their buffet lunch hours on the weekday. It was beautiful inside and everyone there were very friendly. You pick your own table, grab your own foods and drinks and pay afterwards. There were a good variety of foods in which they refill constantly and making sure that the surrounding bars were cleaned along the way. My only thing is that I wish they also have some non-spicy dishes. My 6 y.o. child was not able to eat anything there except. They were nice enough to not charge her because of that. read more

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Zouq is a really lowkey spot that serves Pakistani and Indian food! You kind of seat yourself in the spacious restaurant where you eat off of plastic plates with plastic utensils. The ambiance is very chill, no need to dress fancy at all. I also thought that our "server" was friendly. We got the Chicken Biryani and Mango Lassi. The Chicken Biryani was really tasty! The rice was flavorful and there were several pieces of chicken in the rice. It also came with a side of vegetables and this creamy cilantro sauce. The dish was definitely a bit spicy too. I really enjoyed the Mango Lassi. It was a bit icy, but still very refreshing. Overall, Zouq is a nice place for delicious Indian and Pakistani food! The prices are fairly cheap and the portions are large. I would definitely come back here again. read more

Zouq Restaurant & Event Hall - Chicken Biryani - Pakistani Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

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I truly enjoyed the buffet experience! It had a large variety of different options. All delicious! They also did a great job of maintaining the area clean. The staff was super nice and helpful. I would recommend and will return again. read more

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Went to is Pakistani restaurant in Duluth, went there for a Ramadan buffet, food was very delicious especially the mutton biryani,I highly recommend it. The spice levels were not to overpowering. The service was good and kept refilling, the ambiance was a bit dated, bit clean. read more

Zouq Restaurant & Event Hall - Seekh kababs - Pakistani Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

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This restaurant is not as good as before, since changing the ownership. Sunday buffet no more mango drink and the Indian tea and food are not as good as before. And the owner was eating while taking care of customers at the counter. read more

I found this place at the last minute today and am glad that I did! Read Michael W's review, I couldn't say it any better. Definitely no frills. Styrofoam plates, plastic utensils. Nobody serves you and you throw your trash away yourself. You're not leaving a tip for anyone. I was confused when I first got there as I thought I had to wait on someone to seat me, but from what I can understand, no need to wait, just go find a table and help yourself immediately to the buffet. Pay afterwards. I came in around 2:15 and things were still good, even though the owner apologized and told me that it's better earlier. I still thought everything was good and noticed that fresh items were still brought out, that late in the day. I was surprised to see beef on the buffet but again, thank you to Michael W for explaining. I tried what appeared to be the beef curry and it was fantastic. I even told this to the owner. Yeah, it's definitely a good stop for lunch and a great value. I ate my meal between 2:15 and 2:45 today and here it is hours later, and I'm certain that this is going to be my only meal for the day. Thanks! read more

If you turn into this plaza from Sweetwater Road, you will encounter a horde of speed bumps. Be wary if you think that will be a problem for particularly low vehicles or sensitive individuals. Otherwise, the parking is free and plentiful in front of the restaurant. This review is for the weekday lunch buffet between 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM on Tuesdays through Friday. Although the restaurant opens at 11:30 AM, the buffet may take additional time to finish preparing as it was around 11:50 AM when it was ready, which is something to keep in mind if you're short on time... though I imagine that shouldn't be a problem for those indulging in a buffet, haha! Upon entering Zouq, I believe you can immediately start serving yourself food and sit down at any open table if you're here for the lunch buffet. If you're here for lunch a la carte ordering, you will have to remain at the host station and request the menu for that. There is a beverage shelf next to the host station that is an additional fee for any of the canned and bottled drinks. Water and hot tea are provided in the dining area on a table with salt, pepper, and what looks like coffee or tea enhancements. The no-frills lunch buffet is completely self-serve with styrofoam plates, styrofoam cups, and plastic utensils. You are expected to toss your disposables as well. The variety of dishes is wonderful because so many different flavors are present: creamy and savory (chicken tikka masala), creamy and mild (kadi pakora), buttery (naan), citrusy and spicy (chicken tikka leg), sour (beef qeema), sweet (soji halwa). The majority of their curries and meat dishes are flavorful, aromatic, and spicy. I would be cautious if you have a low spice tolerance. There's also a salad bar. My plates were mostly enjoyed by dipping spring rolls and naan into whatever curry fancied my plate and chomping on any of their chicken dishes. There's actually so much more going on with how delicious the food is at Zouq, but I am not so knowledgeable about Pakistani and Indian food and their seasoning blends to be able to describe much. When the feast ends, you go to the host station to pay. There is no tip for the buffet, and the owner/host does not prompt you for one. Any additional beverages you grabbed will be charged with your buffet price. The base price of the buffet is $10.99 as of this review, which I would consider an amazing bargain! Additionally, the lunch buffet may not be available during the holy month of Ramadan, so I would recommend looking that up or calling ahead if your sole intention is the lunch buffet. The ambience is casual. There are ornate chairs and decorations in the dining room, which are beautiful. The ventilation and/or breeze is fairly strong inside the dining area when turned on, so there's a chance a person could become cold from it or their tableware could blow off if empty. read more

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This place has not been open that long. It is in the location of the old Pitted Date restaurant. You turn off Pleasant Hill on Sweetwater Rd. Take the second right which is quite soon. You will see a building with no signs at all. DONT stop there, veer father back to the right and you will see the old Pitted Date signs on the side of the building and this restaurant is inside. $10.99 is a really good price now that things have gone up everywhee. There are 14 food bins in the buffet lineup. If your a VEG be forwarned there is often beef on the buffet. It is Beef Haleem. If you know Pakistani food you know it. If you dont cheeck out youtubes and watch them make it. This is something really rare to find on a $19.99 buffet. You will probably pay over twice that elsewhere if you can even find it. (you can but often only certain days) and expect to pay a lot. They put out icewater and coffee with cream already added and its included in the buffet. If you want any other drinks you can get one off the wall and pay for it. There seems to be a LOT of room here. So just GO anytime there is the buffet, Mon-Thurs 11a-300p. Its not a fancy place so go as you are. read more

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Amazing deal for lunch buffet for $10.99! Great variety of Pakistani food cuisine, including daal curries, tandoori chicken, spicy vegetables, naan, meat, and rice dishes! read more

Zouq Restaurant & Event Hall - Pakistani Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

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For the best Chana masala and Daal curry in town you must visit Zouq Pakistani restaurant. The service is stellar and best of all free chai! They have great atmosphere and delightful buffet for only $11 per person is such a great deal! We will definitely be coming back on regular basis for both lunch and dinner! read more

Zouq Restaurant & Event Hall - Pakistani Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

The buffet is good for the price, I especially liked the salad, rice, aloo curry, and mango lassi. Seems authentic, with a nice owner. Would come again read more

Great service, great food! It is what I have been looking for quite a while. The prices are totally reasonable and the spiced hotness delicious!!!! I drive an hour to eat there so it's definitely worth the drive!!! read more

No frills buffet that's good for a quick bite to eat of southern and northern style Indian/Pakistani cooking. Friendly staff with cafeteria style seating. read more

NOTE: If your use to American style chicken tikka masala. This is not that THIS IS authentic, so be aware it is still good but it's not like how you usually would think of tikka masala. the chicken 65 is 10/10 so much flavor, so Kristy the green sauce they give is so amazing Samosas 10/10 by far are one of the best samosas. I've tried at a restaurant and are priced way perfectly at $2.99 for 2 , Chicken biryani: 9/10 it was good The service was nice there wasn't much service you just order in the beginning take a seat and they bring you water and plates and will check on you once in a while but besides that you're all set which I like as a antisocial person I don't like many people coming up to me all the time so it's perfect It's like regular Indian restaurant service. If you've been to Indian restaurant the people are nice though. The restaurant is very clean with these cool seats as well as this painting mural. Very nice ambience. Will be back again. I went during the weekday for dinner. They have a buffet 11am-3pm Tuesday - Friday I believe (not sure so call to ask about buffet) read more

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I just left this restaurant and I will not return again. I ordered online but the staff did not know that. I stood at the cashier for almost 5 min without any acknowledgment from the staff, even though they saw me there. A lovely Indian family came in after me and was seated right away. The lady even told me "sorry" as she was being seated because they STILL did not talk to me as I was waiting. The owner I believe finally asked me what did I need and I told him. He grabbed my order ,left it on the counter and walked away. I will not return again where I am not welomed. read more

Food was very flavorful and spiced just right. Really enjoyed the tandoori chicken. The naan is perfectly crispy but holds up well to putting food on it. Would definitely recommend this place even though at the buffet you use styrofoam plates and plastic ware. Inside is very spacious and nice painting scenery. read more

Zouq Restaurant & Event Hall - Tandoor chicken, Chicken Biryani - Pakistani Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

Had the Chicken Tikka fries and couldn't get enough!!! Highly recommend them. The restaurant was gracious to allow us to order even though it was reserved for a private party. Will definitely travel to get these fries again! read more

The food was great and the owner, manager were very friendly and attentive. I came in thinking it was a buffet but they do have at certain time and day of the week. Will definitely come back and try different food but today was a very good experience. read more

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Amazing Pakistani food, we ordered karahis, nihari, biryani, kebobs for a big party. Not only food was great but it was served within good time. Restaurant was clean and look better than lot of Pakistani places. We would love to go there again read more

Although the food is good it doesn't tell you you have to order rice separately. Rice is always served with Indian food chicken tikka masala without rice? Crazy read more

Good lunch buffet and nice staff. For $10.99, the food was very good. I will come back for lunch again!

Food,service,ambience are marvelous. Buffet menu is reasonably balanced. Prices are good. Typical Pakistani taste. Highly recommend for desi families. read more

Good quality food like Nihari is excellent & Nan are soft & good to eat .... Overall good

I love this restaurant. I eat there at least once a week. The atmosphere is laid back. Walk in and serve yourself. Staff are prompt about refilling, though there is always a naan shortage. They provide cold water and drinks from a cooler if you like. Reasonable price, food tastes great (especially the chicken tikka marsala), and no pressure from staff. Clean and quiet. A great place to eat lunch and read. read more

I recommend the chicken biryani and chicken achari. Garlic naan tasted different this time because of less garlic pieces, and it doesn't have that burnt flavor that I like. Chicken malai roti is okay. Moist, soft and has yogurt sauce on it but not memorable. Chicken tikka masala is sweeter than I last remembered. Overall, food still good but taste is inconsistent. I love that the food is not salty so big win for me. read more

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Fantastic food. All items are very delicious. Large portion size. Quick service. Courteous staff.

Great buffet, very yummy and a large selection of meat dishes. The food is very fresh, too.

Very friendly. Authentic flavors. I tried the buffet. Totally fine. Good value. Their website is incorrect (at the time of writing) regarding buffet days times. They are open most lunches read more

Buffet items are watered down and Salty. There is no flavor of spices. Not worth the price. May be we should give them only ONE STAR.

food is amazing I recommend the palak paneer! Workers are always courteous and restaurant is clean

The owner is kind and the food speaks for itself. I got the chicken 65 and it was tasty and filling. I will definitely be back to dine in for their buffet. read more

Old food they sell microwave items. Never going back to this location. One thing I learned that if you see only one or two table filled on Saturday it's a red flag read more

Great food!!! Great service!!! best Pakistani food in Gwinnett county halwa Puri on Sunday nice sitting area great environment

We had a beautiful meal that was absolutely delicious. The food smelled amazing as soon as we opened the restaurant door. The staff was really kind and helpful. I cannot recommend this place enough! read more

I went to the former restaurant that use to be here but wanted indian food. I found this online which replaced Green Olive. The food was absolutely delicious! I paid sum total of $30 for everything getting the rice, garlic nann, chicken tikka masela, and chicken 65. It was definitively worth the money! I actually ate so much that I over ate because it is that good and filled my cravings. You do get your money's worth and the food is great with generous portions. I love this type of food and other indian places in my area either have quality consistent problems with taste or they are extremely pricey and skimpy or they just aren't worth it for 1 or both of these reasons. This is not the case here. I will defenitively be returning once my indian food cravings come back. Food taste good, generous portion, and overall worth it. Support his local business to stay in business! read more

Had the buffet for lunch today. It was not like the Americanized Indian that I'm used to...it was authentic. My first clue was the large group of Indian men who were having lunch there when we walked in. So, the food is a little spicier than I'm used to but it was still very good...especially for a buffet. read more