At Zari Restaurant in West Sussex, the outstanding Indian cuisine is not just about the food. It is about an Indian experience that takes the best Sussex ingredients prepared to traditional Indian recipes with a contemporary touch. Zari Indian cuisine is not like any Indian food you may have tried before, adapted to wow the modern palate, their menus dispel the myths about typical Indian restaurant food.
Discover the flavours of India
Based on authentic recipes from different regions of India, everything at Zari is made by hand in their kitchens. Watch their international chefs at work in their kitchens through the glass walls of their display kitchen as they prepare and cook recipes that once graced the tables of the great Maharajas of Rajasthan, like their slow-cooked Dum Pukht Biryani (known as the “Foods of Royalty”).
Surrounded by rich silks, cushions and the vibrant colours of the vast sub-continent of India, this family business showcases the incredible culinary history of the Nawabs and of Lucknow, of palaces and princes and also simple family recipes from Bengal that date back many hundreds of years. Discover the flavours enjoyed by the Moghul emperors and the aristocracy of Hyderabad with their hints of coconut, tamarind and sesame or try Panjabi masalas, the coconut curries of the lush green states of southern India and the subtle yet fiery notes of Bengali cuisine.
A fusion of cultures
Embracing sustainability as well as using the finest local produce, Zari have an outstanding reputation, and you can enjoy the best of two cultures with their Lucknawi chargrilled Sussex Hill lamb chops in fresh ginger and garlic, cumin and lime juice, slow cooked fresh Sussex Hill lamb shanks in Lucknawi spices or their Rajasthani Jungle Vension Curry made with locally sourced venison, slow cooked in red chillies and whole spices. All knowing that their marinades, sauces and breads are made by hand at the restaurant with no artificial flavourings or preservatives.
An Indian experience
Before your meal, relax with a drink in their bar or enjoy traditional Indian street foods, such as Kathi rolls, Masala peanuts or a vegetable tempura basket. This isn’t just Indian food, it’s a journey.
Every dish is prepared with passion and respect for guests, and the warm welcome you receive is second to none. The team have travelled extensively in the subcontinent and bring a deep understanding of authentic Indian food and culture to the Zari dining experience, while the chefs have been handpicked for their 5-star and international experience, their versatility, skill and passion.
A fully vegan menu
There are few places you can visit where you can enjoy a fully vegan curry menu. At Zari, they understand vegan culture and you can enjoy everything from vegan nan bread made using coconut oil, to bhaji and samosa, and a full choice of curries, rotis and paratha.
A bottomless brunch
Celebrate Sunday Zari style. The Zari bottomless brunch includes unlimited drinks and authentic Indian street food and classics from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm. Tease your taste buds with the vibrant flavours of India and 90 minutes of unlimited prosecco, cocktails, Cobra beer, soft drinks, and Indian chai and choose any two Street Plates or one Brunch Plate from the specially curated menu.
At home with Zari
As the days get warmer, enjoy the unique flavours of an Indian BBQ with succulent chicken skewers and lamb Tikka sizzling on your grill or BBQ prepared for you by the Zari chefs. Whether you are hosting a get together in the garden or planning a quiet evening BBQ, you can enjoy a perfect blend of spices, flavours and culinary mastery with each dish capturing the essence of Indian cuisine while embracing the smoky goodness of the grill. Just order direct from the Zari website.
Discover India and enjoy authentic Indian favours. To Order or to book, visit: Zari Restaurant
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