Friend and I went in the other day and the food was Delicious as always, Superb service and Good Ambience. read more

Zareen's - Sizzling beef, Naan chicken rap, veggie. burger and vegetarian curry. - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Food didn't meet my expectation compared to hype. Service is good Ambiance is good Food prices were really less considering place read more

Holy crap this is the best Indian food I've ever had. My wife went to Stanford for school and she mentioned "Hey lets try this Indian restaurant I ate at like 7 years ago when I lived here." Who knew she ate like a queen when she was in school. We ordered: 1. Chicken Tikka Masala Ala Carte: Holy crap this was soooo good. There are huge pieces of chicken in the curry which is grilled over charcoal. You can taste the amazing flavor of the grill mixed with the extremely creamy rich curry was the best combo I've ever had. I eat Indian food all the time but this was unique and better than any other Chicken Masala I've ever had. 2. Chicken Memoni Samosas: I thought this was just okay. It was good but not the best Samosas I've had. I felt like it was average. Lots of filling and freshly fried crispy outside. 3. Curry Dish: My wife ordered another curry dish but I can't remember the name. It's in the photos I posted. This curry was also really good. It was more spicy than the Tikka Masala but again very flavorful 4. Plain naan: SOOO GOOD! Super light and really generous in size. Def worth the price for a whole one. We got 2x with rice for 4 people and it was more than enough. Overall, this is a must try if you're in the area. Lots of indoor or outdoor seating. Really good service and good. They were very attentive without being overbearing. Kept refilling my water since I kept drinking up the entire water container since the curry was so spicy. read more

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let's not forget that people who order online for pick up are also customers. i've never had any problem with the redwood city zareen's but this palo alto location needs to reevaluate their operations. i've been to this palo alto location twice. the first time, we dined in and waited 25 minutes for our food to come out. mind you, the restaurant was about half full. we asked twice what happened to our order and they were nice to check in with the kitchen. Then just brushed it off and said they're prepping it. From that time on, I avoided the palo alto location and only went to redwood city. Today, I didn't double check doordash and accidentally ordered from the palo alto location. doordash suggested that their "pick up" window is at the back of the restaurant. not true, you still have to go inside. so I go inside and it was extremely chaotic. there's customers who don't know where they're seated, people complaining about their orders mixed up, and no one paying attention to you. So I'm inside, went up to the folks at the beverage station and asked where the pick up orders were. They pointed at the shelf by the door (I guess I just blew past it when I walked in.) So I approached the shelf, slowly looked for my name, and grabbed my order. No one was there to check me in. In my head, I'm already thinking "wow that's a lot of trust to have an open shelf of to-go orders." Not a second after, I hear behind me "excuse me excuse me, you can't grab your own order. You check in with me, and then I'll grab it for you." Ok.. so where was this guy when I walked in? I'll cut the details but I told him he didn't have to be so aggressive, the lady at the beverage station just pointed me to the shelf. He said "I'm not being rude, I'm not being rude." I later saw the half hidden sign on the shelf, blocked by someone else's order, that said please ask staff before taking orders. Fair - look, honest mistake in the midst of this chaos but chill. Don't come at people like that, not everyone's a doordash driver. And even then, tone it down. Anyways, I love Zareen's. Just not this location. read more

Zareen's - $27 for chicken tikka masala and basmati rice - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

I came again to Zareen's for dinner and had a great time! My partner and I wanted to share the chicken tikka masala with garlic naan, and we also got some samosas and a wrap. Inside has good seating, and the outdoor area is beautiful as well. Service was good for the most part, though we did need to call our server multiple times to get their attention. The food was outstanding, I love the sauces that accompanied the table. The chicken tikka masala was flavorful, and I loved the roti wrap. I wished the samosas were bigger, but otherwise I had a good time! read more

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Affordable Michelin-recommended spot in Palo Alto that's perfect for a casual meal. Parking was easy with free street parking. The vibe is fast-casual with limited indoor seating, but there's plenty of outdoor seating with umbrellas, including overflow tables set up along the sidewalk. You order and pay at the counter, get a number, and the food is brought to your table. Everything we tried was delicious. The grilled chicken boti sizzler and chicken tikka thali both had incredibly tender, flavorful chicken. The garlic naan was warm and fluffy, and the mango lassi was thick, refreshing, and not overly sweet. Portions were generous for the price. Fun fact: Zareen's was founded by Karachi native Zareen Khan, who even bought a house in Menlo Park to rent to her employees at an affordable rate because of Silicon Valley's high cost of living. It's easy to see why this flagship location earned Michelin Guide recognition. read more

Zareen's - Grilled chicken boti sizzler, chicken tikka thali (combo), garlic naan - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Ever since House of Curries closed in Berkeley, I've been on the hunt for my next favorite Indian restaurant, and that's Zareens! Zareens has locations in both Redwood City and Palo Alto. There's plenty of street parking around this area, and also a parking garage. Indoor seating is limited, but plenty of outdoor seating with umbrellas and it looks like they've permanently closed off the street here for outdoor dining. You line up to order and pay at the counter, get a number, and the food is brought to your table. My go-to is the chicken tikka masala with basmati rice, garlic naan and butter naan. Curry was super creamy, buttery and chicken is tender - It's always enough for me to have a second meal! read more

Finally got around to trying Zareen's! Stopped by on a Thursday evening, and the place was packed, which was a great sign. We ordered the chicken tikka masala, garlic naan, biryani, and chicken samosas, and every dish was flavorful and delicious. The staff was welcoming and friendly, making the whole experience even better. If you're looking for great Indian food, I'd definitely recommend checking this spot out. I'll definitely be back! read more

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My mom and I had an amazing dinner here, I can see why it's so popular! First of all, we came around 4:45pm expecting it to not be that busy at such an early dinnertime, but the place was already packed. We were able to get seated inside immediately but most of the tables were already occupied, and even the outside seating looked mostly full as well. Our server seemed to be new so she wasn't completely knowledgeable about the menu but she was really really sweet. I am vegan and while the vegan options are labeled on the menu they do seem to be slightly off, for example the madras paneer veg curry is labeled as vegan even though obviously paneer is not vegan. Based on their website, what it actually means is that there is a vegan option, but you have to specify, and this is not at all clear on the physical menu. Anyway I went with the aloo tikki thali, which is vegan by default. Everything on the plate was delicious, my favorites were the aloo tikki cutlets and the dal. My mom got the beef nihari special, which she loved. However at the end we agreed she should have ordered a thali instead of an entree- the thali is definitely the best if you want a meal for one since you get to try different things, whereas the entrees are quite large and better for sharing. The prices are not crazy for the amount of food you get, and the service and inside environment were great. Overall this was fantastic and I would definitely come back! read more

Zareen's - aloo tikki thali (vegan) - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Very authentic and good selection of Indian/Pakistani food. You can get a variety of items, anything from the classic Americanized butter chicken and over rice dishes, to other curries, and you can even get very authentic dishes like pani puri, which is super cool. The flavors were strong, but not overwhelming, and I enjoyed everything. The restaurant is very large and accommodates many people, and the service is generally good. read more

Somehow I've never been to Zareen's until recently, but I'm glad I was finally able to go!! Everything was delicious and absolutely met the hype of the restaurant. The garlic naan is very tasty, and every dish was excellent. Extremely flavorful. We also got the mango and rose soft serve after even though we were stuffed. They were very good and not too sweet. I definitely need to go back sometime soon! read more

Zareen's - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Highlights: * Good service * Energetic ambiance * Food okay, though I only ordered two things Food: - Naan - good, no notes - Beef Chapli Burger (8/10) - with the disclaimer that I requested the jalapeno peppers on the side, the patty was a little dry. Though overall I enjoyed the spicy Chapli beef. I wish I had time to order more items, and more authenic items, but with a short window to eat, this was fine. Service I didn't have a lot of time to eat and I appreciate the service was relatively quick. read more

Zareen's - Beef Chapli Burger (jalapenos on the side) - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Love Zareen's! Mango lassi: one of the best I've had Chai: just ok Garlic naan: really like this and highly recommend Chicken tikka masala: enjoy this + recommend Chicken boti: love the smokiness Looking forward to reordering favorites and trying other things on their menu read more

The restaurant was extremely busy when we visited, but the line moved quickly and the operation seemed very efficient with plenty of dining space. The food was delicious and well-priced. The chicken boti was definitely the highlight for me. The chicken was tender, perfectly seasoned, and had a great smoky flavor from the sizzling plate. The onions and peppers at the bottom were excellent as well. Both the naan and the sheermal paired perfectly with the chicken boti. The chicken boti portion was the perfect size to share among three people alongside a few smaller dishes. The mango lassi was also great. Highly recommend. read more

Zareen's - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

After having eaten takeout from this place and liking it a lot, went in for a weekend lunch. It gets quite busy and loud on the weekend. Service is fast and the food is good. Highlight for us was the weekend special Halwa Puri dish. Their Mango Lassi is one of the best in the Bay Area. The Dahi Puri chaat and the burger were also good. Madras curry was average, won't recommend it compared to the other items. Chicken biryani was tasty, not the best in the area though. For dessert we ordered the falooda with rose soft serve. It is a large serving and can be shared. The rose ice cream was delicious. Overall I recommend this place for the lively atmosphere and authentic Indian food. read more

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We had an incredible experience and service! The food was amazing and Gio took care of as in an amazing way and make us so special, it wasn't our first time, but we came with some friends and they had a blast with the service and the food! Thank you! and see you next time! read more

Hands down one of the best restaurant in Palo Alto. I come here at least 1-2x a month. I would come more often if it wasn't so far away! The food here is so fresh and delicious. I like to get their chicken tikka masala with cheesey jalapeño naan. Their mango lasi is also a must every time as well! I like to ask for a cup of ice on the side since it tastes better super cold. Service is usually very fast and there are a lot of workers so they're all very attentive. It can get loud on the weekends during lunch time so I try to come around 3-4 pm before the crowd gets hectic. read more

Zareen's - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

The best! Food, service, ambiance (with Pakistan Truck Art). Absolutely crushing it. Five stars (plus) all the way! read more

I stopped by 30 minutes after they opened on a Saturday. There were many open tables on the patio and inside. The restaurant interior is clean, bright, and quite large. We were seated immediately, which was great. We ordered the garlic naan, chicken samosas, chicken madras curry thali, chicken tikka masala thali, and the beef sizzling platter. First and foremost, the garlic naan is a must have, it was the perfect vessel for my curry. The chicken samosas were pretty delicious, seasoned, and bursting with flavor. They're quite small, not as big as I anticipated. Their chicken madras curry was delicious and had chunks of vegetables which was nice. The beef chapli sizzling plate is a must have. The caramelized onions and beef were a perfect combo. It's definitely enough to share amongst 2-3 people. As a disclaimer on the menu, the food is prepped as medium spicy. I did not find that to be the case at all. I have an alright spice tolerance but I don't think the food was beyond mild. I wish there were spicier options. In terms of service, with so many staff bustling around, it was hard to get our waitresses' attention. Our food was served relatively quick, but once we finished our meal it took some time for our server to come and offer to go containers. read more

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Honestly, I've never been the biggest Indian food person and have only had it a handful of times, but this is probably the best Indian restaurant I've tried so far. Service was straightforward but attentive, and I appreciated the small touches like the large jug of water they leave at the table. The restaurant itself is spacious and clean, with plenty of outdoor seating as well. They do get busy and so I'd recommend joining the Yelp waitlist before arriving. We ordered: - Chicken Tikka Masala Thaali - Probably my favorite item of the meal. It came with a really good variety of dishes and felt like a great value for the portion size. Everything on the plate complemented each other well, and I genuinely finished every bite. - Garlic Naan - I wish it came out a bit hotter/fresher from the tandoor, but it was still soft, flavorful, and a good addition to the meal overall. - Beef Chapli Kebab - Very flavorful and surprisingly one of the standout dishes for me. It reminded me of an elevated hamburger patty with more depth from the spices. The charred onions on the side soaked up the beef drippings and added even more flavor. * The green chutney paired perfectly with it. - Mango Lassi - Super creamy with the right amount of sweetness. The mango flavor wasn't overpowering, which made it really refreshing alongside the heavier dishes. Overall, this felt like a very approachable spot even for someone who doesn't eat Indian food often. Good portions, balanced flavors, and a comfortable atmosphere. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Wow, this place lives up the hype and all the awards it has received! My partner and I don't regularly eat this type of cuisine often, but Zareen's might have changed that... this place definitely hit the spot! Clean environment and super lively atmosphere while still having enough space to be comfortable at your table. That's my favorite, when the restaurant feels alive, but not to the point where you can't hear anyone at your table. We ordered 4 items, here is my rating; - 5/5: Chicken Tikka Thali Plate - 4/5: Beef Chapli Sizzler (wish it was more spicy) Had a chili symbol next to it, but it wasn't spicy at all - at least for our taste - 5/5 Garlic Naan - 5/5 Mango Lassi Overall, every single dish we ordered was super flavorful and was an explosion of goodness for our taste buds. We will definitely be coming back here soon and trying more menu items. I will be recommending to my friends that haven't heard of Zareen's! read more

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I'm definitely late to the game in discovering Zareen's. Wow. This place was so yummy! I had their lunch plate, which is rare to get an individual plate of sides and an entree. We each got a plate and shared our entrees. Everything was delicious, server was friendly, and it's a nut-free restaurant! It was busy but the outdoor area is so nice and spacious. High recommend! read more

Zareen's - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Wonderful atmosphere and surprisingly quick service given how busy they always are. The atmosphere is lively and the service very friendly and attentive. There is a lot more outside seating than inside seating. Finding parking is a bit difficult in this area, but there is a nearby parking garage. The menu is on the smaller side, but I think there's enough variety to satisfy a wide variety of customers. I do think their vegetarian options are just a little blander than I would have liked, and their vegan options are limited (many vegetarian options have paneer). That said, I did really enjoy the food. I do think that the slight downside to their very quick service is that they tend to be in a bit of a rush, also. When I was served my dish, some of it spilled over the lip because it seemed that the server was also considering speed in their work. It wasn't a major detriment, but I did notice. Overall, I really like the spot and would definitely come back. I don't think I'd bring a big group without first making a reservation, as it does get very packed, but I'd absolutely recommend it to anyone who likes good Indian/Pakistani food. read more

Zareen's - Madras Chicken Curry, Garlic Naan, Madras Paneer Curry - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

I missed this place so much!!! The ambiance is great everyone was chatting and having a great time enjoying themselves. There's plenty of space and lots of seats both inside and outside the restaurant. The service was excellent. Our server was really sweet to us. It was a little chilly outside and our server brought a heater and put it right next to me so I wouldn't get cold. :) The food was immaculate. My favorite is definitely the grilled chicken boti sizzler. The garlic naan was very fresh and the texture was perfect and soft on the inside. The samosa was a great touch was filled with a lot of meat and cooked to perfection. The chicken biryani was calm but nothing to write home about. The tikki masala was great but we left so full! I love this place and I can't wait to come back then next time I visit the Bay! read more

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Zareen's is a Pakistani-Indian restaurant chain and this location in Palo Alto is near a free parking garage. There's plenty of indoor seating as well as outdoor covered/heated patio seating as well. The ambiance can be described as authentic, aesthetic, and well-maintained. It's a casual-classy place good for big groups or to take someone out on a first date. Our waitress did get a little sassy with us when we asked her to repeat the order and was a bit rude when we corrected an error of the sides in the thaali. Also, we were brought plain chicken tenders and fries when we ordered the masala chicken tenders and fries. When she brought it out wrong, she took it to the kitchen and just sprinkled some seasoning on the original dish. I guess it was fine since the rest of the food was delicious. The food was flavorful overall though. We ordered the chicken tikka masala and mango lassi, which are musts when you are here. The lassi was the perfect amount of sweet and had a good ratio of yogurt to milk. The tikka was tasty as well and paired well with the unique jalapeno-cheese naan. The tikis were also crispy and seasoned well. The prices were definitely worth the quality of the dishes overall. I'd recommend coming here if you're craving a nice meal. read more

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We came on a Sunday and while it was busy we managed to find a table on the patio and had a nice lunch. Food was all flavorful and seasoned well. No complaints about the food. Although, it was most certainly expensive for what you get. Having said that, if in the area, and wanting Indian, we would come again. read more

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Theres an inside and an outside tent with tables for seating areas. Definitely a great late night meal when everything else is closed on the street. With the prices and the amazing flavors, you cannot go wrong. Service could be better as we had to flag down some waiters to get the order and even get seated. The thali plates are great deals and allow you to get a good size entree with everything else included. Thought we need extra naan but the thali gave more than enough. 3.8/5 - Pani Puri - Classic pani puri, nothing wrong with the dish, but pretty standard. Minty, sour and sweet sauce you drizzle inside the carb and put the whole thing in your mouth to burst with flavor. 4.1/5 - chicken tikka Thali - Great tasting chicken tikka masala very creamy and buttery while the chicken was fork tender. Goes great with the rice and the naan. Each scoop you can taste the spices and creaminess that comes with it. read more

Zareen's - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

The food was just average and didn't have the rich, authentic flavors I was expecting. The chicken was a bit dry, and the curry tasted overly creamy without much spice or depth. I expected much better quality. I don't think I'll be coming back. read more

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If you are craving Pakistani food or a solid curry, this is definitely the place to satisfy your cravings! Our go-to orders are the chicken sizzler plate, lamb gosht, and chicken madras; they are consistently flavorful, especially the sizzler, which has a smoky grilled char that adds so much depth to the dish. The curries are well-spiced and pair perfectly with either rice or naan. During this visit, we tried one of their weekend specials: the Sabri Beef Nihari. It's a delicious, hearty beef stew with a thick, rich consistency--likely from blended lentils--though it is a bit heavier and more oil-forward than the other dishes. We also tried the Sheermal, a bread made with milk and saffron. It's denser and sweeter than standard naan, and while it was tasty, the saffron notes were quite subtle. To top it all off, the service was quick and friendly! read more

Zareen's - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

One of the best Pakistani restaurants I visited in North California. I come from the place where we are very used to Pakistani food but some of the dishes that they serve you are very authentic very beautiful restaurant amazing outdoor seating. They're very professional. The treat is very well. The service was outstanding. We had somebody named. Sudiksha she was a really nice person gave us a great suggestions and everything was tasting amazing. I strongly recommend you guys visit this place in any of the locations and you're not gonna be disappointed. The parking is extremely tight so if you are on the weekends good luck. read more

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Came by for dinner the other night and it was a tasty experience. Parking is plentiful in the city owned parking garage or on nearby surface streets. Dining is available both indoors and outdoors on California ave. The restaurant seems to be a sit-down with waiter service now which is different from the previous order at the counter and the wait staff will bring out your food to your number at your table system. Staff wore either a black shirt or a Zareen's shirt. Staff also wore black disposable gloves. Ordering is done with the waitstaff. Utensils and napkins were available at each table. It was interesting to watch staff open cardboard boxes with butter knives. I was surprised that some of the decrepit forks were still kept on use for service...interesting. Started off with the puffs filled with some cream which was new and quite tasty. For the mains, opted for the beef chapli sizzler which was quite fragrant and tasty. The garlic naan was also tasty when super hot. Despite being recently remodelled, the dining room was a touch grimey, including crumbs leftover from previous diners on our table. read more

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Outstanding Service! Zareen's has been my absolute favorite spot for a long time, but my recent visit was easily the best experience I've ever had here--all thanks to Geo! He went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect, providing top-tier service with incredible hospitality and attention to detail. Great food is one thing, but exceptional service like Geo's is what keeps me coming back. Thank you, Geo, for making a stellar meal even better! read more

Came by on a Sunday evening and the place was packed and buzzing with noise from so many conversations. We got a seat indoors (there are outdoor seating). Garlic naan: 5 stars. It was huge and we all shared. Yummy garlicky flavor. Jalapeño cheese naan: 4 stars. I like it but a little too spicy for me. Beef sizzling plate: 3.5 stars beef patties was flavorful. I enjoyed it with the onions but very oily. Chicken sizzling plate: 5 stars. Favorite dish of the fam. Even the ones who don't like chicken. Just need a side of rice. Chopped salad: 4.5 stars. Wish it came in a larger size. You know I need my veggies. Refreshing. Mango lassi: very good but also very sweet. The hubby's favorite. He drank mine too. read more

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Tried their chicken masala combo with their garlic naan. We also ordered the puri with yogurt. For some reason, I was expecting the puris to be a warm dish, but they're actually cold. It was our first time trying them. I would describe them a refreshing bites with a crispy outer layer filled with chickpeas, potato bits with a green chutney and creamy cold yogurt. Overall, very flavorful and delightful. Our server was EVAN! He's only on high school, but we were impressed with his attentiveness and helpfulness as it was our first time dining here. He also frequently checked up on us, which we appreciated! If you're ever dining in, ask for EVAN! He was great. Also, I really enjoyed their mango soft serve, it wasn't too sweet. The rose soft serve was unique and reminded me of a flavor profile closer to a cereal fruity flavor. Look forward to returning when we return. read more

Zareen's - Food spread of chicken Marsala combo; garlic naan; and yogurt puris - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Zareen's is honestly some of the best Indian Punjabi food I've had in the area. The flavors feel really authentic. The nihari is delicious, and the mango lassi is great, but the palak gosht is probably the best dish I've had here. I've been to both locations. The Palo Alto one has really nice indoor and outdoor seating. It's almost always busy, but they move things along quickly and try to get you seated as fast as possible. Also they are open and busy until late. Service is efficient and friendly. We've also done takeout from the Mountain View location, which is more casual with picnic tables, but the food is just as good. Prices are fair for the quality. read more

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Zareen's is the premier restaurant to go for authentic Indian/Pakistani cuisine in Palo Alto. This was such a great experience from start to finish. Everyone in the restaurant is absolutely lovely, and it's reflected in the service. All of the food being served looked absolutely delicious, and everything smelled phenomenal. I end up ordering the thali. It's one of my favorite things to order because I always feel like I'm getting a little bit of this in a little bit of that and it's a lot of goodness. The paneer, the daal, the chopped salad, all of it was perfectly seasoned, extremely well-made, and each bite was a flavor bomb. I always order mango lassi when it's available, and this was no exception. It makes the meal absolutely complete. It was so incredibly tasty! The food is phenomenal, the service matches the food, and the price point for everything is absolutely exceptional. read more

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FOOD WAS SO GOOD. Bursting with flavor!!! My fav was the chicken boti, butter chicken, and garlic naan. Service was great the food came out in a reasonable time and the waiters were all very helpful and attentive Ambiance was great as well. We sat outside in the beginning of June there are a bunch of tables read more

Zareen's - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Great food, in the middle of Palo Alto. A little pricey. All the different curries were a different taste. Very impressive. The best chicken tikka masala- creamy, spicy. 7/5 $17.95 Madras Chicken Thali - came with cucumber salsa, lentil, garlic or plain naan, salad, chicken pea carrot curry. $16.95 5/5 Halwa puri weekend special- sweet carrot butter dessert, 2 puri (a little greasy, extra puri is $1.50 only), yellow lentil curry yellow potato curry ( very mild). All veg. $16.85 5/5 Mango ice cream $6.95 creamy and sweet mango - not too tart, unfortunately 5/5 Fresh squeeze OJ- sign says they make it to order- tastes like they add some sugar. $6.95 read more

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Hella good, ate so much so fast that I got indigestion. Ordered the Dahi Papdi, Pani Puri, Halwa-Puri Naashta, Chicken Tikka, and Lamb Gosht Thali I was interested in the Halwa-Puri Naashta since they deemed it the "Breakfast of (Desi) Champions" -- I would've liked something more familiar though lol oops The Dahi Papdi was really creamy it was nice. I'm happy I finally got to try Pani Puri, I always see it on tiktok. Lamb tastes like lamb... Chicken tikka was fye read more

Zareen's - Indian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

We loved their chai. Only suggestion: please start making it without sugar. The sesame naan and the butter naan were to die for. The parantha was good too. The highlight was the daal tadka. The chicken and paneer were decent. Will go again for the fast service and good quality. read more