1677 Scott Blvd

Zyka is an Atlanta institution for Indian food, situated in Decatur. A no-frills place, don't expect anything for service or ambiance. Yet somehow it's the lack of service that gives it charm, and the portions and flavor make up for it. All the food we had was excellent! I will say - the last time I went it was still height of COVID, their dining was closed and it was not a good experience. Chicken 65- a must at Zyka! Excellent balance of crispy, flavorful batter and juicy chicken Nehari- spicy yet satisfying! Tender beef in delicious, thick curry Chicken kalimirch- tasty, probably the closest thing to homecooked Tandoori chicken- very tasty and tender Chicken biryani- excellent flavor, fluffy rice, and a good portion of meat Matka kulfi- a really big portion, a little too on the sweet side Overall, highly recommend Zyka for good Indian food!

We've come here for almost 20 years and are rarely disappointed. The restaurant is casual but welcoming and clean. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. We always order the vegetarian options but we hear the Chicken 65 is amazing and a local favorite.

I mean c'mon, it's ZYKA! Every desi person knows this is the absolute hub for all your Indian-Pakistani cravings to be met, and will surely also please your parents' taste. First time coming without my family and as a proper adult, I can happily say it's not just nostalgia that makes this place as great as it is. Absolute quality desi food is what you're guaranteed every time- and the vibes inside will bring anyone regardless of their background into the middle of a desi family's living room.

Zyka's makes the best chicken 65 we have ever had. I love the tamarind dipping sauce. I love the saag paneer with a side of basmati rice and naan. The prices are extremely affordable and it is a family friendly environment. There is even a banquet hall. I like to order online for pick up. Tonight we came around 6:15 pm on a Friday and it was not crowded yet. If you like affordable, delicious Indian food, this is your place!

No frills places like Zyka in Decatur hold a dear place in my hard. The restaurant has been serving a small menu of classic dishes for years in a cafeteria-like setting, and is beloved among the local Indian community for non-vegetarian, authentic desi fare. My wife and I have sampled multiple dishes over the years and have rarely encountered a dud. The crispy, juicy, and ideally spiced Chicken 65 is justifiably famous and perfectly suited for munching between bites. The biryani has ample chunks of mutton and fluffy, fragrant rice; it represents our favorite rendition of the dish ITP. Of the curries, we have thoroughly enjoyed the piquant and not too rich butter chicken, the zesty chicken kalimirch, and the tangy achari mutton. The naans arrive fresh and nicely charred from the tandoor. A couple caveats exist for this place. First, the portions (especially for the curries) are a little smaller than expected versus other Indian restaurants. We can usually share a portion of curry at most places, but expect to order one dish per person here. Secondly, while prices are overall on the reasonable side, curries do not come with rice so you may need to shell out a few extra bucks. Finally, some of the curries have a lot of oil, which is authentic but can feel a little heavy. Still, even with those factors Zyka remains a local favorite and one of our go to Indian places in the city for a quick, tasty bite. Its popularity is well justified and is well worth a visit for any fan of authentic Indian food.

Indian restaurants can be very pricey but Zyka is one of the most affordable Indian restaurants I've been to. You walk to the counter and they take your order. The chicken 65 is a must. We also ordered the vegetable samosa, and butter chicken with an order of naan. Be in mind, plain rice does not come with your meal. The food is served in styrofoam/paper plates and you are using plastic utensils. Everything we ordered tasted delicious and had a good amount of spice. Zyka can get very busy at times and will have you waiting for your order for a long time so I would recommend going at odd hours.

We tried this restaurant for the first time and placed an order to go. They were quite busy on a Sunday so we had to wait a bit for our order to be ready. We ordered chicken kadai, chicken Briyani, chicken Seekh kabob and behari kabob. I liked the chicken seekh kabob more than the behari kabob. The spices were mild in the kabobs and would have liked them to be a bit more spicy. The kadai chicken was not the best I ever had. In my opinion, it was okay; I wouldn't order it again. Chicken Briyani was good and I liked that one the most out of all the dishes. See photos below. The place inside is mediocre so don't expect much in terms of the ambiance. The food quantity is not much either. They can definitely increase their food portions/quantity. Overall, this place was good and could be improved in terms of food quality and quantity.

The portions here are heaping; the best place for sharing Indian food amongst friends and family. The saag was fantastic, one the my favorite places I've had in Atlanta. The butter chicken was not as thick as I usually get but it was delicious nonetheless. The chicken was falling off the bone in the fragrant biriyani rice, and the naan was a fantastic addition to dinner. I had chai that isn't pictured, and it satisfied my chai craving, but it wasn't as flavorful as others I've had. We got our food quickly, and the place looks like a cute little diner. They also host some other events which I thought was neat.

This is a great fast casual or takeout Indian spot. No frills, decent price, and yummy food. You order at the counter and then wait for them to call your name. We ordered the chicken 65, chicken tikka masala, chana masala, rice, and naan. It is odd to have to buy rice separately since an Indian dish basically can't be eaten without rice. Anyways, the chana masala didn't have a spicy symbol next to it on the menu, but it was probably 3 out of 6 spiciness (they also didn't ask my spice level). The chicken 65 was like a chicken nugget. We really enjoyed everything, but I think the chana masala was my favorite. I'll definitely be back for takeout to get some other items on the menu. Parking: Large free lot

Zyka always has so many delicious foods - chicken boti, gobi Manchurian, malai kofta, saag paneer, baghare baigan, dal hyderabadi, Chana masala, butter chicken, chicken Tikka masala, goat paya, chicken biryani, and don't forget the Raita! Of course choose to try one of these dishes every time you visit this place because you can't possibly just go once. It is seriously that good. And has been so good for so many years. This spot is definitely a must go-to restaurant in Atlanta. Love it

You need to go here! Just do it. You won't be sorry. So good. So authentic. I love this place.

The food is great - definitely try the chicken 65, chili chicken, saag paneer, mutton biriyani, goat curry, naan, mango lassi, and chai. The butter chicken and baghare baigan are tasty but a bit too oily for me. The wait is usually quick and it's always a great experience. Good for families.

The brown butter chicken was good but not the best to me. The okra side dish was good and the customer service this thing was decent.

2 stars because the food was great. 3 stars removed because half of the staff sounded like they had the flu and were not keeping their distance from guests or wearing masks. I'm not a health freak, but I also do not want to get sick on the first day of our trip.

At the time of me writing this review, the business has 786 reviews and a 4 star rating. I LOVE Indian food and was ready to be blown away! Location Located off a busy street, be aware that your GPS may have you come in via the front or back entrance. From the front, there is a big sign and you can't miss it. If you enter from the back, it might be harder to realize you've made it to your destination. Parking There are a few spots right out front where you can park if you're picking up a to go order. If you park in the back, there is a big private lot. Experience I was hoping to place my order over the phone and pick it up, but they don't take phone orders. My next choice was to place an order online, but you have to create an account and I just wasn't trying to do all that. Instead, I placed my order when I arrived and waited for it to be completed. I waited less than 15 minutes for my food to be ready. Service When I walked in and approached the counter, there were 3 people walking by and talking. I made sure I was standing under the "Order Here" sign, and I think it was pretty clear I was wanting to place an order. I waited a couple minutes and then had to ask, "Is this where I place an order?". Even after asking, the gentlemen didn't answer, and walked away to get someone else to help me. Poor service in my opinion. Food I ordered the chicken tikkia masala, a naan, a side of rice and the aloo tikki. What I enjoyed most was the rice and naan. The chicken tikka masala really fell short for me. It tasted more like tomato soup than anything else. There also wasn't much chicken in my bowl to justify the price. It surprised me that the dish doesn't come with rice and you have to order rice on its own. The aloo tikki was me stepping outside of my comfort zone and ordering something new, but I didn't enjoy it.

The best food consistently. It is so delicious time and time again and nothing can beat it!

ZYKKA is done. Not like it used to be. Food CHK 65 got zykka famous for its not the same. More breaded. Less chk. Naan too thin and too small. Way Over priced. Same exp. Since last few times. Coming from HUGE FAN of chk 65 for yearssss. Its a BIG FALL for zykka from here on

Whenever I'm thinking Indian food, I crave Zyka! Zyka has all of the classic Indian takeout hits and great prices. I've been coming here for years. My favorites are the Chicken 65 and Butter Chicken. They also have fantastic naan as well. And lamb biryani!

For $18 lunch, you will not get full at all. Smallest portion ever. Taste was 3/5. Portion was minus -5/5 Nope, never coming back. Not recommended.

I've been here many times for their chicken 65. It's hands down the best I've ever had. It's on the drier side than some places but that's how I like it. The mango lassi also never misses! It's a great addition to the meal. I always get a side of naan too. They aren't expensive and it's a great casual spot. Definitely would recommend this spot for Indian food.

Love Zyka, it's always a classic spot. Brought a friend here and they loved it, "best Nehari ever" they said. Entrees were spice-forward and full of flavor, they were unfortunately out of the haleem this time but I also recommend that.

Classic, still the best in Atlanta! Anything less than 4 stars could be from someone who doesn't know how authentic Hyderabadi Indian food tastes. Chicken 65, naan, chicken tikka, and kulfi are still the best I've tried, and I'm comparing to quite a few restaurants across the country. Please keep up authentic taste and portions! Halal. Do yourself a favor and get the kulfi (rich ice cream) in a clay pot.

We ordered take out last night. Our chicken tikka masala had at most 2 ounces of meat in it. It is nothing like the photo on the menu page. We had two "larger" (1/2 ounce) pieces and a few other very small pieces. Mostly sauce. I would not recommend this place, especially for take out.

I loved the butter chicken in Zyka! in my opinion, they have one of the best Indian food in North Georgia!

The food was good, ordered pickup from their website for chicken 65, butter chicken, naan, and some sauces. The total was around $30, the butter chicken was in a container barely larger than the 3 oz sauces, I'd say 20% of what was in container was chicken and the rest being sauce. And for that $10 there was no naan or rice to accompany it which is ridiculous considering it's an entree. I feel like I paid $10 for a little bit of chicken in some sauce, not even enough food for a small child.

TLDR; food quality 10/10, quantity 5/10, recommend going - yes :). No games are played here. It's fast and it's food, but it's not fast food. Don't downvote me yet (the jokes get better). They come in hot with the questions, and we got the chili chicken, butter chicken, naan, tikka masala, and paneer masala. No need to hold your breathe, no we did not finish it. Then you sit down and chill. It's a bustling vibe, similar to india. What more could you want from an Indian restaurant. It comes in waves, but it doesn't go in waves. More like the eating is constant. The chili chicken my favorite 10/10, wish I could jump into a ball out of it. The curries are solid, a bit creamy and tomato -ey for my tastes, but overall solid. The naan was classic. And then the rice was good. I think the frustrating part is the small portions and paying extra for rice. Cest la vie I guess. Overall come for the chili chicken and stay because you ordered too much and you have to try to finish it. I run to the sea expecting to catch a wave, but all I bring home is the salt. Come get the chili chicken :).

So this restaurant came highly rated before I moved to Atlanta so I had to try it. I was underwhelmed to say the least. The food was mediocre, lacked flavor and the service was a bit slow. Maybe I didn't order right, but there are better options in the area

Even if you only came here for the fresh naan and the chicken 65 this would be well worth the trip!!! And I live almost an hour away. But as good as these are they also have so many other great dishes! I particularly like the saag paneer! I have never regretted anything I have ordered here. I absolutely love this place!

I've been going to this restaurant off and on for 20 years...it's easy to forget how exquisitely good it is. The Chicken 65 manages to be intensely flavorful without too much sheer heat. The Saag Paneer has a depth of flavor that you really don't find most places. The rice has saffron, bay and clove....all in an unpretentious, laid-back restaurant that is perfect for family dining. There are a variety of naan options each yummier than the last. This is a great place to expand your palate and try mutton or goat. If you haven't been there yet give it a try and prepare to be blown away.

A relative mentioned this place and we gave it a go. We ordered to-go: nihari, butter chicken, chicken 65, chicken biryani and naan. The taste / zyka was great. But the quantity is absolutely abysmal-- now I understand why prices are so "affordable." The butter chicken (12oz cup) had shreds of chicken instead of chunks of chicken, 2 large chunks of meat in the nihari (12oz cup) and 2 chicken pieces in the biryani (24 oz box). Idk if they skimp on quantity if you're dining in but my 2 cents would be to either eat before you visit Zyka OR order 1 entree per individual. Btw, this food was for 5 adults, we were all eyeing our portions and as you can see, it's not enough.... I give this place 3.5/5..... but here, take the 4!!

Let's get straight to the food. We ordered chicken boti, chicken biryani and butter chicken, saffron rice and an order of butter naan. Everything was take away. I enjoyed the chicken boti. I realized very quickly that I forgot to mention mild spice when placing my order so please don't make my mistake. The butter chicken was also very spicy but enjoyable as well as the chicken biryani. Heads up, with the chicken boti and butter chicken, rice does not come with the dish so order your own. We was able to comfortably share an order of saffron rice. I do appreciate that the online menu does list Gluten Free items Overall, decent place to enjoy a decent, flavorful meal. Order was prepared quick and received hot. Staff was nice and courteous.

From 1st To Worst!!! Let me start out by saying, I've been a consistent customer for more than a decade! Until yesterday, the food was exceptional! I'm not sure what happened, but the food that I ordered last night was awful! Everything was awful. First of all, when we arrived to pick up our order (6 separate dinner items, totaling about $100) anfter arriving home we realized that the order was not complete! Several items were missing. We also noticed that the food was not hot! We actually had to reheat it in the microwave Immediately after arriving home. We also immediately realized that all sauce and meat based items had little meat and lots of sauce! One particular item had bones and gravy (goat paya)! Not one piece of meet and the bones were slime When we reached to the restaurant to discuss the order, there was no attempt on their part to make things right. I WILL NEVER EAT THERE AGAIN!

Don't let the exterior deter you from trying some of the best Indian food in Atlanta. The restaurant is in an old hotel. It looks a bit rough, but it's very casual. I had the Chana masala. Husband had the chili chicken. Both were flavorful and authentic. Location is a bit of a drive for me, but worth it.

We ended up here because our regular spot was randomly closed for an event and we wanted Indian food. I figured it has 4 stars and we were pressed for time so we went. Overall the food was just okay. I ordered the Nehari at $11 and a order of naan for $2. So a $13 meal. Totally happy to spend that for a good lunch. The nehari sauce was tasty but it literally had 2 pieces of very fatty meat in it. Just low quality meat and not very much of it (which is fine when it's not good meat in the first place). I had 3 others with me and we all felt similar, taste was there but the meat was poor quality and the price was just too high for what we got. Maybe their vegetarian options are better.

We ordered Zyka for takeaway while in Christchurch. We ordered a bunch of different dishes for our group -- dal makhani, paneer butter masala, veggie korma, aloo gobi, and chana masala. The flavors and textures of the food were all very good. The portions were excellent. We also ordered garlic naan, which had excellent garlic flavor! As a note, we found that their "mild" spice level is very mild, and even the medium was still very mild (for our tastes). We'd have liked more spices used.

The Hyderabad Biryani was severely salty. Looks like they didn't mix the masala well but just dumped a bunch of salt over it. Chicken was missing but the price was high. Small portions. Sameer has been there for a longtime and his service is great. Naan is always good. Mango lassi is not great. The place is very dirty, not clean. Witnessed an employee who went to the bathroom with a milk jug. Employee filled up the jug with water and went to the toilet to poop and use water to wipe/wash behind. After it was all said and done, employee took the toilet milk jug back to the kitchen. That's completely nasty.

Food was really good! We got paneer makhani, tandoori chicken, and chicken 65. I tried the first two and they were both great. The naan is good too! Taking off one star because of loudness and it gets very busy so may not be able to find a table on busy nights.

This is a really great spot to get authentic Indian food. My ex's mother, who is a North Indian woman introduced me to this restaurant. She told me if she didn't feel like cooking at home, she would come here because this is the best Indian food in Atlanta. Facts. While she is thankfully no longer a part of my life, this restaurant still is. The Chicken 65 is absolutely delectable and I have not had a dish here that I did not like. The prices are reasonable but the portions are small. I prefer the small portions so that I can get multiple dishes and try a little of everything. If you want to make a meal of one thing I definitely recommend doubling the order. Most foods are a little spicy and certain things like the butter chicken are premade so you can't adjust it to be completely mild. However, the people working there are extremely nice and will help you figure out what best works with your palate.

enjoyed the food, very home cooked vibes. the food came very quickly as it was canteen style. would recommend for portion size, and quick service. and had a large variety of indian food options

We have been going to Zyka for nearly 20 years and the food is always amazing. The chicken 65 is unmatched by anywhere! We love coming back to Georgia and making a stop in Decatur just to come eat here. The staff are always nice and the service is always fast!

Prices are up, quality is down, but this is true everywhere. Overall, Zyka does give glimpses of their past excellence. The races over tables with other patrons (seat yourself, self-serve format) and waiting for your name to be called will never get old. Also, chilli chicken, saffron rice, Kalimirch, and goat haleem are the items to go for now. The chicken 65 is everyone's go-to appetizer; however, the consistency and amount vary too much. Still good option with the naan at times, though again now I prefer the chilli chicken. About how healthy it is...this isn't sweetgreens, so some of you all need to stop looking for that here. That said, some dishes are too oily or salty on some days (again more of a consistency thing). Biryanis are lacking in amount, and the butter chicken is simply okay with the actual butter you see on top making it unique. Chicken boti tastes great, but again brings up the amount concerns. Chicken Charga is a pain to deal with and can get messy to eat due to bones. Baigan (eggplant) is a good veg option here. Chikoo kulfi for dessert is a rare find and excellent! Yes, there are perennial cleanliness issues, but you can politely ask a worker to clean down the seats and/or table once you find yourself a place. Be cognizant you are not tipping anyone, and the restaurant is very informal. At this point, the restaurant has a loyal fanbase as the OG dining option for the South Asian community. Zyka is an emotion to many.

They have the best Indian food in town. I love to go there every week and It's my favorite place to dine in.

Ambiance feels like your eating in your living room. Like cozy and familiar. The food was great! I highly recommend the chicken 65. We also got the butter chicken and the chicken tika with naans and rice! Service was speedy as well! Overall, I would def recommend!

Food was yummy, I've had better Indian food. I will be back soon either way. Give them a try

Authentic flavors Large portions Fresh ingredients Standouts include: Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Vegetable Samosa, Chicken Briyani and Chili Chicken

We tried 4 curries, and all were delicious. I loved that they had gluten free markers on the menu, and everyone was super friendly, even though it was a very busy night. PSA: the rice is not included with a curry order, but it was delicious and worth waiting for once I realized I had made a mistake.

There are some restaurants that, when you find they made it through the pandemic, you celebrate a little in your soul. Zyka is one of those places. The Decatur location is on Scott blvd across from Patel bros market, in an old church or something? They serve old standards, veg and non-veg, and the food really has some heart. Our usual order could be any combination of chicken biryani, butter chicken, 65, saag paneer, etc. It's not flashy food, but it's reliable and the constantly packed dining room tells you that there's some serious quality there. They've endeared themselves to the community for good reason.

I had eaten here a few times back in "normal times", and again recently under covid times. Yes it is authentic. It is also pretty bare bones, especially now. Most that eat there know what they want and there is no menu board, nor menu's anymore. They have a big QR code and you can take your phone and scan that if you need a menu. Good luck if you dont have a smart phone. Food comes in styrofoam containers but this was pre-covid too. Mine was a 4 x 4 inch container. This last visit I just ordered one item on the menu , Chicken Seekh Kabob, $7.49. It looked good in the picture. The taste was ok, but the appearance is nothing like the picture in my opinion. I got 4 pieces total, will post a picture. Each about 1/ 1/2 inches. From looking closely at the picture this might have been just 1/3 of that pictured. It looks like 3 "logs" there if they are 6 inches in real life then what came was 1/3 of whats pictured, as 4 pieces x 1 1/2 is 6 inches. One of the things I expect is that the product look somewhat like the picture. Embellished pictures annoy me. There is no way to tell the size of the kabobs, or plate size. The parking lot just "uphill" or toward Church St also had noticeable trash around on the ground. The place isnt kept up. There is no indoor dining now. It is take out ONLY.

At Zyka the experience is unmatched with a burst of flavor in every dish, you can tell there trying to fill you with love through these extraordinary dishes!!