Our Story: Award-Winning Indian Restaurant in Crawley
A Passion for Authentic Indian Fine Dining
A Passion for Authentic Indian Fine Dining
Welcome to Zari Restaurant. we’re passionate about providing an authentic Indian dining experience right here in the heart of Crawley. As one of the leading restaurants in West Sussex, we take immense pride in serving delectable Indian cuisine in an elegant . From flavourful traditional dishes to modern culinary delights, our menu is carefully crafted to offer you an unforgettable fine dining experience, all infused with the rich flavours of India.
We firmly believe that exceptional dining should be accessible to all. That’s why our doors are open seven days a week, including bank holidays. From Monday to Sunday, our dedicated chefs craft mouthwatering dishes designed to delight your taste buds. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a relaxed lunch, or savoring a romantic dinner, we’re here to elevate your dining experience.
Zari’s journey began as a small, quality Indian takeaway and has evolved into an award-winning dining destination. Founded by the brainchild Sadique and Almara Miah, Zari was created to bring the authentic Indian dining experience of top London restaurants to West Sussex. Over the years, we have grown and adapted, continually enhancing our offerings to provide a unique dining experience. In fact, around 90% of our clientele are returning customers. We would like to thank all our regular customers who make ZARI what it is today.
Zari serves meals as a social experience.
Our Culinary Philosophy & Community Roots
Indian Restaurant Crawley
We prioritise honesty, innovation, and community. Our genuine Indian cuisines are our pride. Our chefs are continually innovating. Classic meals are modernised while retaining their flavour. Our strong community relationships support local companies and community events.
Dining at Zari is more than just a meal; it’s an immersive experience.
The Zari Experience: Ambiance & Open Display Kitchen
Through the glass walls of our display kitchen, you can see the skill and creativity of our chefs as they prepare your meal. The warm ambience, complemented by elegant décor, sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. If you want to experience the best Indian food in Crawley, visit us at Zari. We pride ourselves on offering an exceptional culinary journey that goes far beyond a standard local curry night, making our restaurant the ideal destination for a memorable evening out.
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What our guests say
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5 out of 5 stars on Google
We had an absolutely wonderful dinner at this lovely Indian restaurant. From the moment we arrived, everything about the experience was fantastic.
We tried the lamb biryani and absolutely loved both the presentation and this particular style of biryani; it was beautifully served and full of flavour. All the food was delicious, and we truly enjoyed every part of our meal.
The service was exceptional. The waiters were super friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. To finish, we tried the homemade ice creams, which were delicious; especially the pistachio and zafran.
Just before we left, the waiter kindly prepared a small digestive for us, which was such a thoughtful touch and the perfect way to end the evening.
We’ve just moved to the area and will definitely be making this our new go to Indian restaurant. Highly recommended! -
5 out of 5 stars on Google
We decided to go to Zari Restaurant last night after hearing great things about this place.
It certainly didn’t disappoint! The moment you walk in you’re greeting by a member of staff who will show you to your table. From that moment on, you’re attended to by some wonderful attentive staff who go above and beyond to make your experience as enjoyable as possible! The food comes out quickly and is beautifully presented. It tasted amazing! They do a choice of alcoholic and non alcoholic cocktails. Mine was cool sunrise (I think) it was super refreshing 😄
We sat for a while after our meal and enjoyed the ambiance. We never felt rushed to leave. I cannot fault this place. It truly is a gem!
It’s fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere with friendly, knowledgable staff and outstanding food!
Thank you Zari, we will be back ❤️ -
5 out of 5 stars on Google
Best Indian food near Gatwick airport!
Things that really stood out for me:
Gracious, friendly, professional service - everyone has a real passion for the quality dishes created in their kitchen.
Lovely twist (literally!) in popadoms
Immaculately clean crockery, cutlery and glasses. Warm plates for every dish. Cobra beer on draught. Beautiful pint glasses.
Very clean lavatories. Unobtrusive chilled music to dine by.
Herb and spice blends are all made by the chefs in house.
Great variety of both popular Indian classics, and also some very special regional dishes.
I will definitely eat at Zari again when l am next in the Gatwick area. -
5 out of 5 stars on Google
We had an amazing first time at Zari restaurant. It was a family get together and my sister’s birthday and Zari came recommended to me and it didn’t fail. Each of the meals we got for 10 of us was so tasty and well made. The chef gets our applaud. The chine was authentic with fresh ingredients and scents to make your mouth melt. The atmosphere was nicely furnished with a feeling of being in India itself. We’d definitely book again and have a meal again in the nearest future.
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5 out of 5 stars on Google
We were a group of 6 on a busy Saturday night. They have a great choice of dishes and good vegetarian and vegan options. The food quality and presentation was superb and the service was excellent, especially considering that the staff were very busy. I really enjoyed the lamb biryani and the flavour of the prawn dhansak was exceptional. All the dishes we had were good! They made us feel really welcome. I would definitely recommend.
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