Zara Indian Cuisine (Shelford) - Award winning well-recommended Indian restaurant in the beautiful Great Shelford village

Relaxed Yet Sophisticated Dining Experience

Bright contemporary surroundings

Substantial bar with a well-chosen list of wines

Modern Traits with Traditional Assurances
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Freshly ground spices and high quality ingredients
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Zara Indian Cuisine (Shelford) Station Building

Housed in a charmingly restored historic station house – located in the beautiful Great Shelford village – Zara has been serving the community diligently since 2007.

Zara Indian Cuisine offers a sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience suited to the refined palate – especially for those who are seeking modern traits with traditional assurances.

The stylish restaurant features fresh look with brightly-coloured contemporary art adorning the walls and a substantial bar with a well-researched list of wines meticulously matched to complement the complex repertoire of Zara flavours.

Our humble COVID-19 efforts...

Charity Fundraiser

Supporting the Victims of Kerala Flood

We are delighted to confirm that with your participation and support the Kerala Flood Victims Fundraiser at our Shelford restaurant went well, and the total raised on the night was £1242.05.

The event was attended by many local residents and businesses. Amongst the guests was Hollywood and west end actress Heather Craney daughter of local resident Keith Craney.

Our sincere thanks to all our Supporters, Heather and her father Keith Craney, Councillor Ben Shelton and Councillor Charlie Nightingale for your participation, support and hard work in making the event a success.

Representatives from Zara will be going to the Indian High Commission in London on Thursday 18/10/2018 to hand over the cheque on your behalf.

Press Release

Kerala Flood Victims Fundraiser Press Release

View/Download the post-event Press Release

British Curry Awards 2018

Zara has been shortlisted for the British Curry Awards 2018.
Final to be held on 26th November.

Lunch

Mon - Sat: 12.00pm - 2.00pm
Sun: 12.00pm - 3.00pm

Evening

Sun - Thu: 5.00pm - 10.30pm
Fri - Sat: 5.00pm - 11.00pm

Sunday Buffet

12.00pm - 3.00pm

Open 7 days a week (Including bank holidays)

Starters

Mains

Sides

Onion Bhaji

Classic onion fritters.

Chicken Tikka

Marinated in yoghurt, spices, garlic, green chilli and fresh coriander, and cooked in the charcoal tandoor.

Samosa

Fillo pastry filled with seasonal vegetables or spicy mincemeat.

Duck Tikka

Marinated in yoghurt, spices, garlic, green chilli and fresh coriander, and cooked in the charcoal tandoor.

Aloo Chat (V)

A delicious blend of diced, cooked potatoes, fresh tomatoes and cucumbers marinated in spices.

Shahi King Prawns

Marinated with fresh green herbs & spices and cooked in tandoor with tomato & pepper.

Ajwani Salmon

Ajwani flavoured chunk of salmon, char grilled on the tandoor.

Wild Duck Breast

Succulent breast of roast barbury duck in rich massala of tomato and mango.

Lamb Gurkha

Cooked using 10 different fresh ingredients & spices. A medium dish made with own recipe.

Goan Lamb Shank

A supreme cut given the traditional Goan treatment, full of flavour.

Tikka Massala

National dish that needs no introduction. Succulent pieces of chicken or lamb marinated, barbecued in the clay-oven and pan-cooked in masala sauce.

Fish Special

Cooked with onion, mustard, garlic and an array of matched spices - full of flavour and pleasantly juicy. A medium hot dish.

Aloo Gobi

Potatoes and cauliflower.

Chana Masalla

Cooked with chick peas.

Saag Panir

Spinach cooked with cheese, mild.

Motor Panir

Homemade cheese with peas, mild.

Saag Aloo

Spinach cooked with potatoes.

Tarka Dal

Lentil flavoured with garlic.

If you would prefer to enjoy high quality, exciting and delicious regional delicacies selected from the extensive range of sub-continental recipes at the convenience of your own dining room, then rest assured Zarafood is lovingly prepared and carefully packaged in special hygienic catering containers in ample portions.

* If you have any dietary restrictions, e.g. nuts, dairy products, etc. or have any specific questions or requests please contact us via phone.

* Online Ordering Facility up and running now... where you will be able to order food online and pickup during operating hours.

Every Sunday 12pm – 3pm

Enjoy an extensive mixture of authentic Indian dishes that change every week to keep your choices and taste buds constantly flowing.

£10.95 per adult, £6.96 per child (under the age of 12)
Children under the age of 3 eat for free!

We are always happy to talk about your requirements whether be it for a night out or arranging a party, why not drop us a line using our contact form.

Zara Indian Cuisine

1 Hinton Way, Great Shelford
Cambridge CB22 5AX, UK
TEL: 01223 846 668 / 01223 844 244

Dress-code: Smart-casual
Dining Style: Casual Elegant

Relaxed Yet Sophisticated Dining Experience

Bright contemporary surroundings

Substantial bar with a well-chosen list of wines

Modern Traits with Traditional AssurancesOrder Food Online

Freshly ground spices and high quality ingredientsOrder Food Online

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