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RSS FeedZara Indian Cuisine, Shelford
January 20, 2010
I have eaten in pretty much every single curry house in Cambridge over the years. There are loads of them, a very mixed bag.Only one place I visit is consistently good. By that I mean fresh, interesting, well prepared food, on the button every time. You have to travel a short distance out of Cambridge (5 mins drive), but don't let that put you off.
Zara is literally on Shelford train station, in a converted station house. Long and cosy, adorned with funky modern art and immaculately dressed tables. It is always busy, so booking is a good idea at weekends. Like the interior, the Indian cuisine has a modern twist.
Verdict
This place raises the bar and makes it hard to return to other Indian restaurants in Cambridge.
Anon said...
This review is obviously written by the restaurant owners or some friend of theirs, because I just tried food from there, its DISGUSTING! Dont go and give away 30 pounds or more for absolutely horrendous, sugarfilled food, rather go to a supermarket like Waitrose and pay half to eat much better!!!
Charlie (Clueless About Cambridge) said...
In response to Anon's comment.....Gosh, strong words. I can assure you that I certainly have no 'other' reason to review this Indian well, it simply is very good. I know many people who have had excellent meals there, and I find it hard to believe that you think you could do better at Waitrose.
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