Zaika Indian Restaurant

i've been going to Zaika for many years and it never disappoints. I've tried all the famous and classic Indians around London but this one is just THE TASTIEST. A modern Indian restaurant done well. The food is truly delicious, the restaurant is beautiful and the staff lovely. It's just full of flavours! Just writing about it makes me salivate...

Not been before so tried their taster menu plus a scallop dish from the starters. Every item was packed with flavour, especially the scallops. The sauce was outstandly good. Service was fantastic too. Thanks for a great evening.

A delightful surprise, with a cosy and intimate atmosphere. I could honestly say it was the most delicious Indian food I’ve ever tried: full of flavour and technically flawless. The bathrooms were spotless and carried a wonderful oriental scent of oud. Our waiter, Akbor, was charming with his recommendations and extremely kind and professional. I wholeheartedly recommend it.

It had been a great day out with my daughter and we were now thirsty and looking for somewhere to relax and sample some cool cocktails, when we came across Zaika of Kensington a Indian restaurant & bar. It was a cold winter evening in November and the first experience was not only fantastic ambience with a very authentic décor, but we were also warmly welcomed by two very friendly front of house staff. We grab a seat at the expansive bar on the very comfortable stools and settled in to review the menu, we decided on the classic Singapore Sling and took in the very laid back and sophisticated vybe. Watching our bartender making our cocktails it was clear that he was very familiar with the required ingredients and also made it to a standard which I can closely compare with the original I had whilst on vacation in Singapore last year. The staff were professional and friendly and the drinks were amazing made with fantastic attention to detail and leaving us much warmer and both agreeing that it had been the perfect end to a great midweek uptown excursion. We will definitely be coming back to experience the full culinary experience and of course sample more of their amazing cocktails, the list is not long but what they do offer is curated to a very high standard.

Walking by, stopped to look at the menu and decided we would give it a try. Very pleased we did. Probably the best of all the Indian restaurants we have eaten at in Central London (and that is quite a few). Service, food ambience - excellent. We will be back !!

The food was amazing and the ambience is elegantly casual. Knowledgeable and friendly staff.

A Delightful Afternoon at Zaika After a leisurely stroll through Kensington Palace, my wife and I decided to stop by Zaika for lunch. While the restaurant is typically known for its dinner service, we had the rare pleasure of having the entire space to ourselves at noon—a quiet luxury that made the experience feel even more special. The ambiance is charmingly old-school, adorned with tasteful paintings that evoke a sense of elegance without feeling dated. Our server, Rahail, was warm and attentive, adding a personal touch that made us feel truly welcome. We began with the Raj Kachori, which pleasantly surprised us. Unlike the usual hot serving, Zaika’s version came chilled—refreshing and absolutely bursting with flavor. I paired it with a masala chai, which leaned toward the subtle side in terms of strength but was beautifully balanced and aromatic. My wife had the mango lassi, which was rich, smooth, and perfectly sweet. All in all, a lovely midday escape—delicious food, gracious service, and a serene setting. We’d gladly return, perhaps for dinner next time, to experience the place in its full glory.