Christmas Day Lunch in Crawley: Celebrate Christmas the Zari Way
Relax, enjoy and leave the Christmas cooking to us.
This year, give yourself the gift of a stress-free Christmas Day. No early starts, no last-minute panic over the oven and no mountain of washing up. Instead, gather your loved ones at Zari on Ifield Drive and let us make your Christmas Day truly unforgettable.
Our chefs have created a specially curated five-course Christmas menu, blending authentic Indian flavours with a festive touch. It’s a Christmas lunch with a difference, served in warm, elegant surroundings.
Christmas Day at a glance
- Date: Friday 25th December 2026
- Time: 12.30pm to 4.00pm
- Price: £75 per person
- Menus: Standard, Vegetarian and Vegan
- Where: Zari, 212-214 Ifield Drive, Crawley, RH11 0DQ
- Booking: advance booking essential, limited tables
Why spend Christmas Day at Zari?
Exceptional Indian cuisine. Authentic flavours, made with care and the finest ingredients.
Festive ambience. Enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere with your family and friends.
The perfect celebration. From the moment you arrive to the last bite of dessert, we take care of every detail, so you can focus on the people who matter.
Something for everyone. With dedicated vegetarian and vegan menus, every guest at your table gets a full five-course feast.
A Christmas tradition worth starting
If you’re tired of the same turkey dinner every year, Christmas Day at Zari is a delicious change. It’s ideal for families, couples and groups of friends from across Crawley and West Sussex, including Ifield, Three Bridges, Horsham and the Gatwick area.
Whether you’re celebrating with grandparents, hosting relatives from out of town or simply want a day off from the kitchen, we’ll make it a Christmas to remember.
Reserve your Christmas Day table
Christmas Day lunch is served between 12.30pm and 4.00pm, and tables are limited. Advance booking is essential, so book early to avoid disappointment.
01293 562308info@zarirestaurant.co.uk212-214 Ifield Drive, Crawley, RH11 0DQ
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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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