ZAIKA Comida Auténtica de la India
Experience the vibrant flavors and culture of India in a charming courtyard setting. Authentic dishes and a rotating menu.
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ZAIKA Comida Auténtica de la India
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Experience the vibrant flavors and culture of India in a charming courtyard setting. Authentic dishes and a rotating menu.
"This is real Indian food. Good authentic food outside of India and USA."
Reservations Recommended
Book your table in advance, especially for weekends or larger groups, as the restaurant can get busy.
Spice Up Your Meal
Be prepared for authentic spice levels; if you love heat, you'll fully enjoy the bold flavors.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Indian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+52 442 178 4198
Address
C. Carlos Septién García 22, Cimatario, 76030 Santiago de Querétaro, Qro., Mexico
Website
zaika.com.mx/Highlights
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Authentic Indian Flavors
Experience truly authentic Indian cuisine, with dishes like Chana Masala and Butter Chicken that receive high praise.
Magical Courtyard Setting
Dine in a charming courtyard or garden area, creating a unique and magical ambiance for your meal.
Rotating Menu Delights
Enjoy a dynamic dining experience with a frequently changing menu that keeps things exciting for return visitors.
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Reservations Recommended
Book your table in advance, especially for weekends or larger groups, as the restaurant can get busy.
Spice Up Your Meal
Be prepared for authentic spice levels; if you love heat, you'll fully enjoy the bold flavors.
Midweek/Late Afternoon Visits
For a quieter experience, consider visiting during midweek or late afternoons.
Cash & Transfers Preferred
While credit cards are accepted, the restaurant prefers cash or bank transfers.
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Reservations Recommended
Book your table in advance, especially for weekends or larger groups, as the restaurant can get busy.
Spice Up Your Meal
Be prepared for authentic spice levels; if you love heat, you'll fully enjoy the bold flavors.
Midweek/Late Afternoon Visits
For a quieter experience, consider visiting during midweek or late afternoons.
Cash & Transfers Preferred
While credit cards are accepted, the restaurant prefers cash or bank transfers.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners rave about ZAIKA's authentic Indian flavors, with many calling it the best they've had outside of India. The magical courtyard setting adds to the charm, and the rotating menu keeps things interesting. However, some have found the food to be bland or overpriced, and service can be slow at times.
"I have been living in Mexico for 5 years and after a long time I ate authentic indian food in Mexico. I ordered Chana Masala, garlic roti and Madala Chai. Masala chai with Parle-G biscuit reminded me of my childhood. The Chana masala was very good. Chana were cooked perfectly. Garlic roti was good. The music and vibe are an added bonus. The owners of restaurant were cordial and their hospitality is awesome."
Jaganmohan Annavarapu
"We had an absolutely amazing meal at Zaika in June. Hands down this is amongst the best Indian food we have ever had (including even Toronto, Vancouver and London).
The food is 100% authentic. To start we had the Sev Puri (these crispy delicious spheres filled with a potato, chickpea and chutney mix that a simply a delicious explosion of flavour) A lentil Dal and Butter Chicken to share as our mains and some rice and garlic roti to accompany it all.
Everything was delicious and our server was super friendly and gracious. We also had the honour to briefly meet the chef and owner (who is originally from India) and the cute little son who is the epitome of the beautiful love story of the Indian/Mexican couple who have made this culinary gem a reality in Mexico.
The place is also just lovely, the entrance is beautiful, elegant and modern with little touches of originality and tradition that speak to the Indian experience to be had. Unfortunately it was raining that evening but we could tell the garden space would be a lovely area as well to share a meal. Definitely a place we will go back to in the future."
Laura Burke
"I was extremely disappointed with my experience here back in feb 2025. The butter chicken tasted like boiled chicken—bland and lacking any real flavor. The naan was more like a tortilla, overpriced and nowhere near worth the cost. Despite the high prices, there was no complimentary bread or rice served with the main course, which felt like poor value for money. To make matters worse, the terminal is programmed to automatically add at least a 10% tip, which felt forced. When I gave honest feedback about the food, the lady owner was unable to take it constructively and was quite defensive. Overall, this place is overpriced and does not deliver on taste or service. I would not recommend it."
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant features an Indian chef from New Delhi, and uses fresh, high-quality ingredients to recreate traditional flavors.
Yes, reservations are recommended as the restaurant can become crowded, especially on weekends.
Yes, the menu rotates frequently, offering a dynamic and exciting dining experience with new dishes to try.
You can choose to sit inside or in the charming garden area. The garden is particularly recommended for a lovely dining experience.
Yes, about half of the menu is vegetarian, offering delicious choices for plant-based diners.
The restaurant prefers cash or bank transfers but does have a credit card reader available.
Yes, the restaurant offers take-out options in addition to dine-in service.
Yes, ZAIKA provides catering services for events.
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