This restaurant has a very stunning open design and inviting atmosphere, it has a very beautiful interior design and an interesting feature of books set on the walls, paired with comfortable seating. The staff, mainly mexican were all very hardworking and friendly. It's Pakistani cuisine that is not comparable to any other restaraunt I have seen, it's very healthy and it's oily at all mostly with grilled dishes. Our meal included naan and garlic naan, Beef Chapli Kabab and Grilled Chicken Boti Sizzlers, and masala fries with a spicy ranch dip, each dish tasted amazing with flavor and quality. The kababs and grilled chicken, was outstanding, solid 10/10 for taste. Service was very quick and it was a very enjoyable visit for our family. I highly reccomend this joint to anyone seeking top-tier Pakistani cuisine in a beautiful setting.
The food quality and taste is always great here. The staff is friendly and service is quick. Restaurant is busy during lunch and dinner and most days.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka Masala Thali, Jalapeño Cheese Naan, Chai To, Grilled Chicken Boti Sizzler - Chicken Sizzler Large, Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan, Silver Spoon Kabab Roll
Henry Mellen
Zareen's in Redwood City does a really good business, which is a testament to its delicious and moderately priced cuisine. The staff are helpful, polite and accommodating. The atmosphere is noisy and busy. If you're looking to be in the middle of the action, Zareen's is the place to go. But not the place for a quiet and romantic dinner.Parking: Parking garage is the next street over (on Marshall) in Redwood City. If you go to the movies, get your tickets stamped, the parking is free.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan
Yetunde O.
Anna Rita was a great help in my selection of a meal. I ordered the Palak Aloo and garlic naan. The flavor and spices of the palak aloo were well-balanced and tasty; it was a hearty meal. Anna Rita gave samples of paneer - delish! I recommend Zareen.Parking: You can park behind CZI
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Arthur Wron
Honestly, I don't know what to say about Zareens except: try it. It's life changing food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan
I wished we had found this place sooner! We've tried many Indian/Pakistan restaurants and by far this is one of our preferred choice in Redwood City. They are located on Broadway, part of a street closed for through traffic. Street parking could be a challenge but, there are parking lots around the area. Great food, great service, pleasant and happy employees. Order at the counter, take a number and seat yourselves, they will bring you your meals once it's prepared. Utensils and napkins are on the table in a large, recycled tin can. Self-service water station available. There are plenty of outdoor seating with heaters for those cool breezy nights. We ordered the meal combination with rice, Daal lentil and pickled salad. The Chicken Tikka Marsala is full of flavor served with a creamy tomato base curry. Lamb Gosht is served in a rich sauce with caramelized onions. Both are mildly spicy. We slurped up the delicious sauce by dipping it with the Tandoori Naan.
Lisa N
Crispy Chicken Tikka Sandwich. One of the best chicken sandwiches Ive ever had! It’s massive and tasty af. Can’t wait to eat it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Harrison H.
Wow! Wow! Wow! This place is amazing! This is THE BEST Pakistani/Indian restaurant in the Bay! Don't let the fast-casual nature take a knock at their quality -- each dish is packed with flavor and serving portions are large for the price. The tried and true of the restaurant are the Grilled Chicken and Chicken Tikka Masala -- and they don't disappoint. The grilled chicken comes out on a sizzling plate, keeping the chicken warm and Smokey. Fair warning there's a small kick with the rub. The tikka masala is super creamy and has little grilled chicken nuggets throughout the sauce. Between two people, pair with a salad and naan, this was enough food for (and then some to take home for leftovers). Service was fast! You order at the counter and then seat yourself. Albeit a fast-casual set up, workers would routinely walk around to tables to check if we needed anything else for our meal (much appreciated). In terms of ambiance, this place has no frills. It's the perfect place for a quick bite with friends or family or a super casual dinner out. All around, a solid restaurant you need to try!
Derek J.
My go-to Indian or Pakistani restaurant in Redwood City. Always get the chicken tikka masala combo/thali with garlic naan. I might switch it up to the ala carte and garlic naan. Mango lassi is also so creamy. Only gripe is it is quite pricey. But the taste and quality makes up for it! Service is you order at the counter and get a number and they bring it to you. 3 bathrooms which is really nice for a restaurant. Alot of indoor and outdoor seating too.
Camryn C.
Never been a big Indian food lover but oh my gosh... totally hooked. Attentive and kind service, a must try!
This restaurant has a very stunning open design and inviting atmosphere, it has a very beautiful interior design and an interesting feature of books set on the walls, paired with comfortable seating. The staff, mainly mexican were all very hardworking and friendly. It's Pakistani cuisine that is not comparable to any other restaraunt I have seen, it's very healthy and it's oily at all mostly with grilled dishes. Our meal included naan and garlic naan, Beef Chapli Kabab and Grilled Chicken Boti Sizzlers, and masala fries with a spicy ranch dip, each dish tasted amazing with flavor and quality. The kababs and grilled chicken, was outstanding, solid 10/10 for taste. Service was very quick and it was a very enjoyable visit for our family. I highly reccomend this joint to anyone seeking top-tier Pakistani cuisine in a beautiful setting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Chapli Kebab Sizzler, Grilled Chicken Boti Sizzler - Chicken Sizzler Large, Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan, Beef
The food quality and taste is always great here. The staff is friendly and service is quick. Restaurant is busy during lunch and dinner and most days.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka Masala Thali, Jalapeño Cheese Naan, Chai To, Grilled Chicken Boti Sizzler - Chicken Sizzler Large, Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan, Silver Spoon Kabab Roll
Zareen's in Redwood City does a really good business, which is a testament to its delicious and moderately priced cuisine. The staff are helpful, polite and accommodating. The atmosphere is noisy and busy. If you're looking to be in the middle of the action, Zareen's is the place to go. But not the place for a quiet and romantic dinner.Parking: Parking garage is the next street over (on Marshall) in Redwood City. If you go to the movies, get your tickets stamped, the parking is free.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan
Anna Rita was a great help in my selection of a meal. I ordered the Palak Aloo and garlic naan. The flavor and spices of the palak aloo were well-balanced and tasty; it was a hearty meal. Anna Rita gave samples of paneer - delish! I recommend Zareen.Parking: You can park behind CZI
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Honestly, I don't know what to say about Zareens except: try it. It's life changing food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan
Great food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka Masala Thali, Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken
Had the Haleem and it was delicious! Also had the naan which was freshly made. So good.
Daniela is amazing!!!, incredible service and great attention to detail, would definitely come back
Incredible food! My go to place for when I'm in Palo Alto or Redwood City. Highly recommend.
Food preparation is very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Chicken Boti Sizzler - Chicken Sizzler Large, Chicken Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan, Paneer Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken
Restaurantji Recommends
I wished we had found this place sooner! We've tried many Indian/Pakistan restaurants and by far this is one of our preferred choice in Redwood City. They are located on Broadway, part of a street closed for through traffic. Street parking could be a challenge but, there are parking lots around the area. Great food, great service, pleasant and happy employees. Order at the counter, take a number and seat yourselves, they will bring you your meals once it's prepared. Utensils and napkins are on the table in a large, recycled tin can. Self-service water station available. There are plenty of outdoor seating with heaters for those cool breezy nights. We ordered the meal combination with rice, Daal lentil and pickled salad. The Chicken Tikka Marsala is full of flavor served with a creamy tomato base curry. Lamb Gosht is served in a rich sauce with caramelized onions. Both are mildly spicy. We slurped up the delicious sauce by dipping it with the Tandoori Naan.
Crispy Chicken Tikka Sandwich. One of the best chicken sandwiches Ive ever had! It’s massive and tasty af. Can’t wait to eat it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow! Wow! Wow! This place is amazing! This is THE BEST Pakistani/Indian restaurant in the Bay! Don't let the fast-casual nature take a knock at their quality -- each dish is packed with flavor and serving portions are large for the price. The tried and true of the restaurant are the Grilled Chicken and Chicken Tikka Masala -- and they don't disappoint. The grilled chicken comes out on a sizzling plate, keeping the chicken warm and Smokey. Fair warning there's a small kick with the rub. The tikka masala is super creamy and has little grilled chicken nuggets throughout the sauce. Between two people, pair with a salad and naan, this was enough food for (and then some to take home for leftovers). Service was fast! You order at the counter and then seat yourself. Albeit a fast-casual set up, workers would routinely walk around to tables to check if we needed anything else for our meal (much appreciated). In terms of ambiance, this place has no frills. It's the perfect place for a quick bite with friends or family or a super casual dinner out. All around, a solid restaurant you need to try!
My go-to Indian or Pakistani restaurant in Redwood City. Always get the chicken tikka masala combo/thali with garlic naan. I might switch it up to the ala carte and garlic naan. Mango lassi is also so creamy. Only gripe is it is quite pricey. But the taste and quality makes up for it! Service is you order at the counter and get a number and they bring it to you. 3 bathrooms which is really nice for a restaurant. Alot of indoor and outdoor seating too.
Never been a big Indian food lover but oh my gosh... totally hooked. Attentive and kind service, a must try!