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    Zia’s Biryani Restaurant

    4.5 (20 reviews)

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    Justina G.

    Wow!! Stopped by Zia's biryani and decided to check it out. Oh my gosh, I've been searching everywhere in Philadelphia for amazing Indian / desi food. Let's just say I know where I will be going every week! The food was cooked perfectly and everything was so delicious!! We had the buffet food today, and I'm usually not a fan of buffets, but their food was cooked way better than Indian food I've had in the area. I can't wait to order a la carte and check it out. Chicken biryani was delicious, the chicken to rice ratio was perfect, and that rice was seasoned so beautifully, that I went back for more three times. I also had their chicken tikka which was cooked in such an amazing sauce that will have you licking the plate. Kheer was so yummy, I'm not a fan of kheer, but after having it today I think I just haven't had good kheer until now. The saag paneer was incredible and it really hit the spot! The owners were incredibly kind and hospitable and made sure we were happy! They kept checking on us and really made us feel like we were eating at home. The space had an open concept, and it was very clean. You can tell the owners put a lot of thought and care into this place. My advice seriously check this place out!! It's so worth it and extremely delicious and it's the most authentic Indian spot in town. I'm honestly ready to come back tomorrow to order more Indian food!!

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    Viana W.

    We will be coming back! The staff were so friendly and welcoming, and everything we ate was outstanding. We got the chicken samosas (my husband hadn't had samosas before, and I'm glad these were his first -- what a fantastic first impression!), shrimp curry, garlic naan, baingan bharta, and chai. The ambience in the restaurant was cozy and comfortable. Thank you for a great dinner experience!

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    So good. Going to miss you guys. Best Indian food Bensalem ever had. The chicken was so flavorful

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    26 dollars for curry chicken. Curry sauce watery and no flavor. Wouldn't have mind the price if the food was good. Very disappointing

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    Food was excellent. Very fresh. Vegetable pakora was the best I have had. Excellent service. Reasonable prices. Will go there again.

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