Vibrant Hyderabadi cuisine in a cozy spot w/ attentive service. Known for flavorful biryanis & Indian specialties.
This intimate Theater District restaurant, led by Mohammad Tarique Khan and Jayesh Naik, offers vibrant, personality-filled Indian cuisine with a focus on Hyderabadi dishes. While seating is limited, the service is noted for being both attentive and incredibly efficient. Popular regional specialties from both North and South India are also featured on the menu.
The restaurant specializes in Hyderabadi cuisine, with a strong emphasis on their biryanis, which are frequently recommended and described as flavorful, authentic, and generously portioned. Other praised dishes include goat fry biryani, paneer dishes, and chai. While generally well-received, some reviews suggest that non-biryani dishes like naan and curries are merely decent, and one commenter found the korma to be unappealing.
"The biryani, particularly the goat fry biryani and chicken 65 biryani, receives consistent praise. Other recommended items include the chai and paneer dishes."
Customers generally praise the restaurant for its flavorful and authentic Hyderabadi dishes, particularly the biryanis, and appreciate the efficient service. However, some find the seating limited and the hype surrounding the restaurant to be debatable.
Important Note
Seating is limited, making it less ideal for large groups, and some find the restaurant to be overrated or that its quality is inconsistent across different dishes.
"Replying to a comment about Hyderabadi Zaiqa's korma tasting like mayonnaise, this user stated that the Biryanis are what the restaurant is known for."
Positive"In response to Hyderabadi Zaiqa being overrated, this user asked for the commenter's favorite dish, mentioning that the korma they had tasted like mayonnaise."
Negative"This commenter found Hyderabadi Zaiqa to be incredibly overrated."
Negative"Regarding Hyderabadi Zaiqa, this commenter mentioned having only had appetizers, chaat, and biryanis at the Lex location and was unsure if curries include naan and rice."
Neutral"In response to a question about lunch specials, this commenter stated that Hyderabadi Zaiqa does not have them, with prices ranging from $13.99 to $18.99 for their biryanis."
Neutral"Hyderabadi Zaiqa has two locations, but the commenter notes that the buffets in Manhattan are gone since the pandemic."
Neutral"This user recommended Hyderabadi Zaiqa."
Positive"Hyderabadi Zaiqa is suggested as a general recommendation for experiencing the diverse food scene in NYC."
Neutral"This commenter mentions Zaiqa as the only place they've encountered serving Hyderabadi cuisine within the city. They also note many similar spots in Jersey City."
Neutral"This commenter directly asks if the original poster has tried Zaiqa."
Neutral"The user mentions Hyderabadi Zaiqa is good but can have a wait and is not easy for a group, noting it alongside other recommendations."
Neutral"This commenter also expressed their positive opinion of Hyderabadi Zaiqa."
Positive"For casual food, this user recommends Hyderabadi Zaiqa for its friendly service, reasonable prices, and great value for money."
Positive"The commenter appreciated the bare-bones, food-focused nature of Hyderabadi Zaiqa. They found the dishes to have more nuance and distinct flavors compared to other Indian restaurants."
Positive"Hyderabadi Zaiqa Indian was listed as a suggestion for a lunch place within the specified budget."
Neutral"This restaurant is mentioned as a recommendation."
Positive"This commenter recommended Hyderabadi Zaiqa, potentially as a place that could accommodate the original poster's needs."
Positive"The commenter highlighted the Hyderabadi goat dum biryani at Hyderabadi Zaiqa."
Positive"Hyderabadi Zaiqa is mentioned as a good food option in the area."
Positive"Hyderabadi Zaiqa is recommended as a place to eat."
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