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Ziyka Restaurant

Restaurant Indian restaurant Pakistani restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Indian restaurants in Melbourne


Address

234-236 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

Website

ziykarestaurant.com.au

Contact

+61 3 8080 8048

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (6.4K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 5:30 PM to 12 AM
  • Thursday: 5:30 PM to 12 AM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 5:30 PM to 12:30 AM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 5:30 PM to 12:30 AM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 5:30 PM to 12 AM, Holiday hours
  • Monday: (Easter Monday), 5:30 PM to 12 AM, Holiday hours

Featured Reviews


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  • 2/5 Princess Consuela B. 6 months ago on Google
    What has happened to this place? Is there a new manager? The Lamb Rogan Josh tastes purely of lamb fat, the Madras is drowning in coconut to the point of overkill, and both curries were SWIMMING in oil. The food used to be so good here. And when you're not scooping oil out of your food you're being harassed by staff to leave a google review and mention them by name. So unprofessional.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rose T. 1 year ago on Google
    Very busy place, full of familys and activity. Not an intimate dining experience, but it does have a vibe about it. The food is delicious, spicy and presented in a way that encourages sharing and family feasting. We ordered goat, chicken, prawns and lamb, all deliciously tender. We didn't have to wait to long for our food, the menu is accessible via a QR code, and I'm sure the staff will help if you can't access. The staff are all business, no chit chatting, which is understandable, it's a big restaurant to cover.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Saijo G. 1 month ago on Google • 199 reviews New
    Ziyka Pakistani Restaurant offers a bustling and lively dining experience, often busy, which means you might find yourself needing to catch the attention of the staff. However, once you’ve gotten their attention, they quickly address requests or concerns, ensuring your dining experience is seamless. The culinary journey at Ziyka is nothing short of amazing. The white goat specials are a standout, offering a taste of authentic Pakistani flavours that are rich and satisfying. The lamb biryani is another dish that should not be missed, with its perfect blend of spices and tender meat that falls apart beautifully. Accompanied by a selection of different rotis, each dish complements the other, creating a harmonious and delightful meal. A bonus for diners at Ziyka is the 10% discount offered for those who pay in cash. It is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Pakistani cuisine.

  • 4/5 Jagadish M. 3 months ago on Google • 102 reviews New
    Great experience. Good location on busy lygon st. Thanks for the tasty food and hospitality. All the meat options are HALAL, and the chicken they served was well cooked and soft enough. Highly recommend for North indian Cusine. Little slow on service but food is amazing
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Naroju N. 5 months ago on Google • 33 reviews
    "A Flavorful Journey to Remember!" I recently dined at Zyka Restaurant, and I must say it was an unforgettable culinary experience. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm and welcoming staff. The restaurant's ambiance is charming and cozy, making it the perfect place for a delightful meal. What truly stood out was the exceptional service. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and eager to make recommendations. It's evident that they are passionate about their cuisine, and they ensured that every aspect of our dining experience was top-notch. I can't recommend Zyka Restaurant enough for anyone seeking an authentic and delicious Indian dining experience. Whether you're a seasoned fan of Indian cuisine or trying it for the first time, Zyka will leave you craving for more. I'll definitely be returning for another flavorful journey soon! Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shamoon B. 6 months ago on Google
    One of the best place in melbourne to eat Authentic pakistani food. Very good and quality food, best ambiance and very friendly staff. Over all the whole experience and totality was amazing.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Saadia S. 8 months ago on Google
    Very friendly staff, great service and authentic Pakistani food…we ordered lahori karahi which was more like chicken curry with mild spices, tasty but not karahi. The BBQ platter was good, and kheer was amazing, came just for kheer again the day after.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sid S. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved the food. For me, it was a bit crowded but had good time having good food with family and friends. We ordered kebabs, chicken ginger, chicken shinwari, with plain nan and roti. All in all good experience.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Srishti V. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely Delicious & authentic Pakistani cuisine. The wait time is a bit long so be ready to wait but it’s definitely worth it. It’s a typical Pakistani restaurant feel in the restaurant. Definitely a must try restaurant. Chicken kebab is highly recommended!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nadeem A. 9 months ago on Google
    After coming here over 30 times NOW I have to leave a review for This place. The place has good seatings and lighting is just perfect for that special dinner. Customer service is one of the best. At times it has been slow but they were under the pump with full house. Let’s start with the food. The food and the entire menu is amazing. You must and must try Chilli Chicken for starter. Chicken Shinwari is your second go and I can list the entire menu for you. The quality of the food has always been on top and I hope it stays like this for the coming years.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Stephanie R. 10 months ago on Google
    🐑 Mutton Kahari (With Bones) 🥘 Chicken Shinwari 🫓 Naan 🍞 Kulcha Ziyka is a traditional Pakistani Indian halal restaurant located on Lygon St, Carlton. It is the place to go for authentic food, to share in a casual setting. 🇵🇰🇮🇳 My friend couldn’t wait to show me this restaurant, as it has become one of her regular visits. Our favourite dish was the Chicken Shinwari which is chicken cooked in tomatoes, black pepper, green chillis & ginger in an authentic Pakistani heritage style. It’s nice and spicy, pair it with some of their Kulcha if they haven’t already sold out for the night. Another delicious option is the Mutton Kahari, served with or without the bones. We found this one a little oily. I did have an issue with hygiene here, I’ve visited twice now and both times I have found multiple hairs in our food. Staff seem unbothered by the fact and the overall cleanliness of the venue too is substandard. Zikya don’t take reservations so it is first in best dressed. It is often busy, with a line or waitlist so prepare for a short wait (usually only 15-20min). The service is all business, so don’t expect anything more than the bare minimum. Flavour though, is above and beyond and I would still return purely on that. ⭐️ 3.3/5 💸 $$
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Afia S. 6 months ago on Google
    We ordered supreme BBQ plater, goat pilaf, butter chicken,lahori fish and naan. The only things we like were butter chicken and BBQ platter. Lahori fish is ok to eat but not authentic lahori fish. Rice was OK, not authentic mutton pilaf.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 João Carlos F. 1 year ago on Google
    Great late night dinner. We arrived late in Melbourne and this was one of the few spots that was still open for dinner past 11pm. We had a lovely meal (goat special), staff was so welcoming and it made our first night very cozy and happy!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacqueline W. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing food! Was super excited to try this and it certainly didn’t disappoint. I don’t tend to have too much Pakistani cuisine but I’ll definitely be back as the it was all super delicious and flavourful! We could also see / tell they used a lot of spices, herbs and garlic and ginger!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anish v. 2 months ago on Google • 15 reviews New
    Awesome experience Caring staff member. I ordered Chicken Biriyani BBQ ZIYKA SUPREME PLATTER - (4 people can eat LAHORI PANEER - Must try amaaaaaaaaaaazing tasty KALWANJI NAAN - softest PLAIN/GARLIC/BUTTER NAAN - Good one but if you ordered with KALWANJI Naan plain garlic naan you feel less tasty. Usually waiting time after order 30 minutes around but my order take 55 minutes due to misplaced order in busy atmosphere Staff member says 20 time sorry to us Give free gulab jaamboon 🤤🤤 Must visit
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Salsbeel N. 1 month ago on Google • 9 reviews New
    Visited this Pakistani restaurant recently and was thoroughly impressed! The food had an authentic Pakistani taste, especially loved their chicken karahi—it was flavorful and perfectly cooked. Their bbq platter was delicious and the show Stopper was their LAHORI FISH!! The restaurant itself has a modern look, with an ambiance that's inviting and comfortable, easily a 10/10. Everything tasted fresh, and the staff was incredibly nice and friendly, adding to the overall experience. Definitely recommended for anyone craving authentic Pakistani cuisine with a fantastic ambiance!"
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Manish S. 9 months ago on Google
    This place really surprised me. The atmosphere was great, very clean place, spacious and didn't seem empty. The food tasted amazing. If you think it's indian good, you will be mistaken. Different taste and super yummy. The staff were also very friendly. Will come again and again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Prasanna P. 1 year ago on Google
    Firstly awesome Ambiance and best authentic food. The Most authentic Indian and Pakistani restaurant with a huge amount of seating Capacity.If you want to try their dishes you need to wait for a bit long because it is always a busy restaurant with full of people waiting in a queue for a table. When you come to food Mostly you need to try their Ziyka Supreme Platter and the taste is top to notch and you will not be disappointed.The best Meat kebabs that you can’t find anywhere in the Melbourne. We also tried the different meat platters platter, which was amazing as well. Succulent chicken, well marrinated and fresh from the grill. The breads were great as well, particularly the Garlic naans. Coming to rice dishes the Biryani was just okay not so bad.In desserts we tried Gulaabjamun and it was perfect end to our night. The quantities are very generous.The service was fine even though how how busy they were. There was minor delay in taking our orders but the food came quickly. Overall, highly recommend! Thank you 😊
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Mr S. 7 months ago on Google
    I did a dine-in, and it was amazing. But......Uber eats, barely anything after paying $41.50 for the curry. Don't order any takeaway from them, I guess
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shahryar Z. 2 months ago on Google • 31 reviews New
    Had the best time at this restaurant. The food was amazing the staff specifically (Eman)provided us with top notch service. Would definitely recommend it if you want to taste the real flavours of Pakistan.

  • 5/5 priya s. 1 month ago on Google • 26 reviews New
    Amazing food, such unique recipe and delicious aftertaste. Amazing staff!!!! Perfect place for a date or friends get together

  • 5/5 narinderpal s. 2 months ago on Google • 21 reviews New
    Absolutely delicious food! Love this restaurant with the most amazing food! Stunning friendly staff. Thanks to Iman as well for wonderful service.

  • 5/5 Eman A. 2 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    Had an incredible dining experience at Zayka! The staff's kindness added a delightful touch to the exceptional service. The Black Pepper Chicken & BBQ Platter was a standout, complemented by an array of mouthwatering dishes. A perfect blend of great food and hospitality! Highly recommend to anyone coming to Melbourne or staying here.

  • 5/5 AnnieJ 3 weeks ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Ordered chicken mali boti, biryani, sesame kulcha, chicken karahi kali mirch. Chicken was very tender, well cooked, well seasoned. Recommend!

  • 5/5 Sajj S. 4 months ago on Google
    Every time when I want to hangout with my family then my kids just say Ziyka Restaurant because it worth to travel from shepparton to Ziyka Restaurant for dinner. The food taste is so authentic Pakistani that feels like you’re in Karachi especially lumb boneless Karahi . I really want to visit Ziyka again and again .

  • 5/5 Neha 5 months ago on Google
    Chicken karahi was lovely, the roti and naan were soft and fresh, but the biryani could have been a tad bit spicier. Overall was a great experience. Good food, and friendly and attentive waitstaff.

  • 5/5 xu j. 5 months ago on Google
    Ziyka Restaurant is a fantastic dining experience! The chicken dish is a must-try, and their garlic roti is simply perfect. The desserts are also delicious. Overall, a highly recommended restaurant!

  • 4/5 Mohammed Fahad A. 5 months ago on Google
    Good Pakistani Halal Food (need to fix customer service else it’ll be hard for anyone to return to this restaurant)

  • 2/5 Rehana R. 2 months ago on Google New
    OK this could be a 5 star if only they improved/changed a few things. The food however was extremely good without a doubt. But the service and quantity of the food needs to be better. We ordered the food and it took AGES for it to come and also when we first arrived at the restaurant we had to wait for a long time as Well. I feel like for the money we payed we should have got much more amount than what we actually got. If they can then it will also be good if they can make more seating place as they are very popular.

  • 5/5 Shaneil N. 6 months ago on Google
    Food was amazing and service was just as incredible, a must try!!! Highly recommended

  • 4/5 Alone S. 1 year ago on Google
    The food presentation is very Good. No compromise in Taste. one girl were optical she taken order very impressive. once again There speaks only The Food

  • 5/5 Subia A. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was good and so was the presentation. However, service was sluggish and the place was tacky. It was a busy night when we went so had to wait 45 mins to get a place. Ordered a lot from their extensive menu. Their mixed platter, tawa Qeema, kasturi kebabs, chicken cheese curry were amazing but biryani served tasted either undercooked or stale. Edit: Went again two weeks apart. Wait was same 40 mins but food was beyond expectations. Tried new items on the menu and must say they were palatable. Chicken bharta, chicken achari and bbq mixed platter were awesome. Their rogni and kalwanji naan are an absolute must. Ate to our fills and took away all the leftovers to have in lunch next day.

  • 5/5 Kyle V. 1 year ago on Google
    We were recommended this restaurant by a friend. As we flew in late it was very convenient that Ziyka was open late. The food was fantastic and the staff great. The energy in the restaurant was also great with every table full of life. Simply everything we could of asked for.

  • 5/5 Vivek W. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing food.. the goat white special and chicken karhai are must try.. staff is great.. owner is good too.. Ambience is great.. Best is its open till late in the night.. be prepared for a wait of about half an hour but definitely worth it.. We’ll be regular here..

  • 5/5 Robyanti W. 2 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    My second time here. I bring 4 of my friends here for their first time and they all are so happy with the food. We order chicken shinwari, mutton karahi, and chicken briyani. Last time I was here, I ordered chicken malai boti, and it was so good also. Perfect to be eaten with naan. The staff is helpful and so knowledgeable. We even got a free dessert ☺️ definitely will come back!

  • 5/5 Maseeh K. 1 month ago on Google • 1 review New
    Amazing food, great customer service. Every dish we have ever tried has been amazing and we can’t get enough of the food. It’s a very happening restaurant and food is fresh so expect fast food you need to go there to enjoy every meal in its own pace and flavour. Overall the ambience and warmth of customer service is extraordinary and exceptional. We have become a regular and every person serving us has been amazing starting from start to end. Always ensuring in between if we require any assistance. Highly recommended!!!


Call +61 3 8080 8048 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cash-only
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup

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