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

Had food from here few years back and it was wonderful. It brought back memories so when I came back I trued it but was disappointed. It was not the same. read more

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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You order your food first and they bring it to your table - mango lassi was refreshing and creamy, although a bit too sweet to me - food overall was pretty solid! spicier than other places I've been but overall good flavors. chicken was tender and naan was soft - decently crowded on a random afternoon but overall good time! read more

Zareen's - chicken tikka meal, butter chicken naan, mango lassi - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

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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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

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

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

I loved: Chicken Tikki Masala I liked: Garlic Naan Mango Lassi Still one of my favorite restaurants to order #goodeats from. I've tried other things here but always come back to the Chicken Tikki Masala since it's so tasty. Sometimes you just want your favorites when you're chilling at home read more

Zareen's - Chicken Tikka Masala Ala Carte Mango Lasi - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

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

Disclaimer: I absolutely love Zareens Palo Alto so this is going to be a slightly biased review based on my prior experience. Zareens Mountain View is basically a to-go place with nothing much to talk about ambience. There is some informal outdoor seating but you basically get to eat in your to-go container. Probably the Desi in me still loves the steel plates and the serving style at the Palo Alto location. But food is still finger licking awesome! Tried the Crispy Chicken Tikka burger and it was an absolute delight! Must order item in the menu. Chicken samosas were spicy and definitely worth trying! Overall zero ambience & service but amazing food! Still highly recommended! read more

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Stopped by after a baseball game in Stanford this past weekend and was blown away by how amazing the food was. The customer service was excellent, and the ambiance was just as impressive. I've never seen a place so consistently busy throughout the day--it was clearly a local favorite. Even though it's a bit of a drive from Modesto to Palo Alto, I'll definitely be going back. Totally worth it! read more

Zareen's - Amazing Chicken Memoni Samosas - Halal Near Me - Mountain View, California

I had high expectations for Zareen's, having heard nothing but enthusiastic praise for it. We chose the Mountain View location thinking they were all the same, but were surprised to find a hole in the wall with no indoor seating at all. The interior only had a pick up counter and convenient little kiosk for ordering. They did have a small outdoor seating area by the sushi restaurant next door, but honestly it wasn't very cute. It was just a few picnic tables in the dirt, so the ambiance was unfortunately lacking. That being said, I did enjoy the food! I got the Chicken Tikka Masala Ala Carte, and it was very solid - flavorful tomato-cream curry and well cooked chicken. I also really appreciated this dish being gluten free, which it often isn't! The portion size was very reasonable and left me full but not uncomfortably stuffed. My friends all enjoyed their food as well, including the Paneer Tikka Masala Ala Carte. Would definitely return to try more dishes, but preferably at a different location! read more

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Zareen's is a chain in the bay that was decently hyped up for me, so I was quite excited to try it out. This location is to-go only with a couple tables / picnic benches outside and ordering is done on an iPad. I went for a late lunch on a Saturday around 1PM and the inside of the store was packed with people. The wait for food can get rather long and my impression overall was that this can be a 4 or 5 star experience depending on what you order. Chicken Tikka Masala (4.25/5): A delicious rendition of chicken tikka masala. The chicken actually has a char flavor and the curry is super creamy, just all around solid. Crispy Chicken Tikka Sandwich (4.5/5): This was surprisingly incredible. The chicken itself is spiced super fragrantly and it doesn't get lost in the sandwich at all. Although the chicken could have been a little more tender, the chutney was also a perfectly light addition to the dish. Additionally, the masala fries are super dusted, just the way you want them to be. Sabri Beef Nihari (3.75/5): The beef shank was very tender, which was impressive and it was very savory, but not spicy at all. My main issue was that I had trouble eating more than a couple bites considering how ridiculously oily it was. read more

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

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Super yummy food but I would recommend taking this to go. This location has minimal seating outside and since they are so busy it gets packed pretty quick and seating becomes unavailable. - paneer tikka masala (on the spicy side) 5/5 - paratha (flaky goodness but too dry) 4/5 - mango Lassi 3/5 The group I was with all ordered something different and everyone seemed pleased with their meal. Definitely want to have their Punjabi burger next time. Took a small bite from a friend and it was absolutely delicious! Who would have thought a burger at an Indian restaurant! Lots of flavor explosion. Huge parking lot so plenty of parking read more

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

The food at Zareen's is always delicious and amazing. They left out part of my order (2 samosas). They say everywhere to check your order, and to be fair, I didn't, but I also think to get 5 stars, you should be getting orders right. Also, I ordered online, but they didn't mark my order ready there, so I waited longer than I needed to. This location is take out only but there are tables outside. Will still come back over and over for the food. read more

If you want flavorful food come here. The flavor was amazing and the service was even better!!!! read more

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

Seating outside if you like. We are here at lunch hour on a weekday and half the tables are full Order from an automated screen or with QR code online Gf and veg options clearly labeled Fried chicken sandwich Ground chicken and lentil Patties Chicken tikka thali plate All very fresh and delicious. I'd come here any time read more

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Zareen's in Mountain View is an absolute gem! Had the most wonderful time, the food is straight-up lip-smacking delicious, every bite was packed with flavor and warmed my taste buds like a hug. The staff were super friendly, attentive, and genuinely made the experience even better. Can't wait to go back! Grateful Ambiance was really cozy! Please visit and experience my words yourself, everyone. read more

ordered the chicken tikka masala burrito and it was an incredible fusion of bold, savory spices.

Food is amazing but catering service was just awful!! Confirmed the order in person and on the phone. Paid entire amount on Zelle and even confirmed the payment being received. Then, on the day of our event when my friends go to collect the order they say there's no food ready and they don't even know about our order or any payment made! Our friends are waiting to collect the food. The guests are waiting with us at the venue for the food. Such a bad experience. So unprofessional and disappointing! read more

This is one of my favorite fast casual restaurants in the Bay Area. Not only is this Indian food amazing, but somehow it manages to be well priced, authentic, and have quick service. You really can't go wrong here, but I recommend getting a Combo Thalis - that way you get a little bit of everything. Of course the Tikka Masala is a must-get, but I also really love the Lamb Gosht Thali. The mango lassis are very fun if you're feeling a sweet drink on the side. Don't forget to order a side of naan. My favorite is the garlic naan, but tandoori naan is an authentic, less fluffy bread that's also good. Great place for grabbing a quick lunch with colleagues, or going out for a more casual date night. A Bay Area must-eat! read more

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

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chicken tikka masala has a rich spiced sauce and the fresh garlic naan is always warm. i always leave this place feeling completely full and happy. read more

Gave Zareen's another try and it was much better than the first time. I guess just ordered the wrong things last time. Aloo Tikki - Potato Cutlet: This reminded me of a potato pancake, small little circles that come with a mint chutney sauce and red onions. These were the least favorite of all the dishes. Chicken Tikka Masala - A la carte: This was pretty good, not too watery and had some substance with great spices but few pieces of chicken did have bone in. Naan: They only have plain naan and no other options for naan but it is nice and fluffy/doughey. Crispy Chicken Tikka Sandwhich: A huge piece of fried chicken with awesome spices. The chicken was huge and overflowing from the bun. Nice and crispy with a light batter on the outside. -No indoor seating as mainly a take out operation. -They do have few tables outside. -Small parking lot read more

Decided to try out Zareen's for lunch on a weekend afternoon, and the first thing I noticed was that all the tables were absolutely packed (no joke)! After trying it out, I conclude that the hype is very well deserved!! A friend gave some recs, and I decided to order the Chicken Tikka Masala Thali. Highlight of the dish was definitely the chicken curry, which was so flavorful and delicious! Chicken was tender, juicy, and incredibly tasty with the curry sauce. The lentils also paired really well with the rice, while the other veggies provided a refreshing touch to the meal. Overall, I really enjoyed the food and will be introducing this restaurant to my friends. Definitely planning on returning soon! read more

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

As many others note, this spot is take-out only, but hot damn is this food seriously good. They tout their Michelin rating for their main restaurant, but the reputation is well deserved. Ordering online and pickup was a painless process, and the food was spot on for texture and flavor. My brother and I was were just blown away. He also needed to get boba tea after cause it was also seriously spicy too, but in his eyes it was worth either way. Parking wasn't a problem as they have a dedicated lot. Even from opening there was plenty of traffic from people picking stuff up from them, so I can see it getting busy. Seating is outdoor only (self-serve), but they have a good amount of it as it's the small tables on the row and then a bit more out closer to the street next to the sushi joint, so there's a good amount of room if you want to eat on-site. ==Lamb Gosht Thali [5/5]== Very nicely balanced combo meal that comes with a bit of everything and a nice serving of their lamb stew. I opted for the naan and it was quite delicious, albeit different in style than most other spots I've tried (denser in feel, much more moist and buttery). The thali came with a chickpea salad, a lentil daal, mint chutney, which all complemented the meal very well and all quite fresh. The lamb stew was lovingly tender and very flavorful (not to mention spicy); noting it is a bit stronger on cinnamon notes, but that might've just been cause I got a piece of bark in my scoop. Portion-wise this was just right to give a nice spread of flavors, but not overwhelm you in any particular way. ==Beef Chapli Burger + fries [5/5]== Get the fries side and you won't regret it. Comes with a little chutney mix. I was a bit skeptical about an Indian-style burger, but even if it's quite far from a traditional burger it is still absolutely delicious. Wonderfully spiced and served as a traditional burger would be in terms of toppings. It's not the kind of spot you'd get if you want to taste just pure beefiness, but more of a strongly seasoned beef meatball type deal (with lettuce and onions). The cheese added a nice layer umami to it on top and would definitely recommend it. The fries are worth mentioning just by themselves; absolutely perfect fry in terms of crisp and aroma, then throw on top a lovely south-asian spice mix. Masala fries indeed. My takeway from this experience is that I need to try more of their food! Definitely will need to give their full service locations a try next time I'm further up the bay. read more

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I've eaten here quite a few times and it always is on point! Had the lamb curry today with rice it still had to get the naan to enjoy it both ways. We also got the samosas. Crispy on the outside and hot and moist on the inside. A perfect bite. Always great food and the staff is very welcoming and kind. read more

A solid place to try for lunch or dinner anytime!! We are hooked on Zareen's and have loved their menu items we have tried so far. My husband absolutely loves their fried chicken sandwich!! Too bad they don't sell it at all their locations!! Not sure why?! I enjoy the Sabri beef Nihari, it is always stewed to perfection, soft beef with amazing complex and tasty flavor. We have tried their chicken tikka and lamb gosht as well and everything is always tasty. The basmati rice flavor is great with long grain rice. We probably try them once a month minimum and every location has been great so far. But Please serve the fried chicken sand ice at all locations 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

Maybe don't refry the Samosas 4 times?? Dripping oil! So much dough (pun) you make, can't you keep a basic quality bar? Michelin star my arse. read more

Stopped by after an afternoon golfing at Moffett field with the family. My family wanted burgers next door ( I wasn't in the mood ) so I opted for Indian take out here at Zareens. My first time at this location. I ordered the chicken Tikka, Dahl , basmati rice and a chai tea. The chair tea was perfect for the gloomy cold day we were hit with this week. I think I might have to do a daily pit stop just for the chai tea. I took my food home and it was enough to feed 4 of us. My family wanted my Indian food for dinner and there was plenty. read more

got the chicken tikka masala burrito and it was pretty good! the curry dipping sauce was delicious and the price of the burrito was cheap. the chicken was a tad dry but not the worst thing. if you are craving indian food but want to save money, I would recommend this burrito, i believe with taxes included it was about $14-$15 :) read more

I stop by this place if I go for a long walk at the shoreline park. It only has take out option so plan ahead where you'll consume the food. Portion is good and they have nice plates to set asides all the side dishes that come with the main. Service is more like fast food. I'd recommend you to check out for a good Indian to go. read more

First time visit to Zareen's. I picked up an order for my wife - the Crispy Zinger Chicken Burger with fries, and dropped it off to her work. She texted me that it was really yummy! So, Being a bit hungry myself I returned and ordered the Punjabi Chicken Burger with fries. If you like Indian food and if you like chicken sandwiches, combine the flavors with a chicken burger and you get a whole new taste that is inventive and tasty! But what I can't believe is that after pickup, I got stuck in traffic, and took me a half hour to get home. Disappointed that my fries probably got cold and soggy, I was shocked to find that, though cold, the fries still had that crispiness, unlike those of popular fast food places. How they achieved this, I do not know, but Mickey D's could take some notes here! The pickup was quick and the staff were courteous. The startled gentleman looked at me and gave me a grin on my second pickup. I look forward to going again to try some other things! read more

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 ordered ala carte for 6, chicken boti had large portions that was crowd pleaser, chicken tikka was sweet and creamy, beef curry (?) was very flavorful, and the dahl had amazing flavor! It was not spicy which worked out as our kids even the kids loved it. We licked up all the sauces, and had to take naps but found ourselves wondering when we could return for more. read more

This has been on my list of restaurants to try for a while, and I finally got to try it recently! It's now one of my favorite places in South Bay. : ) The Mountain View location is a casual, takeout restaurant without indoor seating. Though there is plenty of seating outdoors shared with restaurants next door. Everything came out in takeout containers. It makes sense because this location is catered more towards working professionals nearby, making it an easy, convenient lunch option. We ordered the Lamb Gosht Thali (it has a kick but not incredibly spicy) and the Palak Methi Aloo Thali. Both were delicious. Please note: this location does NOT have the HALWA PURI. It's available at the Palo Alto and Redwood City locations on weekends for brunch. read more

Food is good but the naan is terrible. Saw bags of ready made naan that was being warmed up. It's fine normally but if the claim is that this is one of "the best desi spots", I don't see how that can be true without naan from a tandoor oven. read more

Friend recommended this. We ordered Biriyani, Naan, Roti, Wrap, and Goat curry. Total was $56.99 Our expectations were not met. We love our food to be flavorful with a hint a heat. The heat was missing from the food here. Service is faster at other Desi restaurants we had been to. Quantity and taste are better at other places from a value perspective. Other than saying we had tried this restaurant, we would not be repeat patrons. Sorry. read more

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