Zyka Twist

We went there for lunch , it was very quiet. Took a little while for our food to get ready but as my husband says- that’s when you know they’re making it fresh for you and not just reheating the premade food. All the food was freshly made and delicious. It was a hot December day, we had walked a lot in the saguaro park and the food just hit the spot. Our server was nice and friendly too.

The best and most authentic indian food I have found in Tucson (have tried like 8 places) along with great prices and a great vibe. Food is always incredibly good... and you have to always get the naan (recommend garlic or onion!). The lassai is not too sweet either. Plenty of vegetarian options as well as lamb or chicken. If you need an appetizer, cannot go wrong with the pakora! I always bring guests here and they're never disappointed!

Tasty specialties covering a lot of flavors for all palettes. Some major heat on the Vindaloo without ever overwhelming the flavors. Great spot!

Found this place on accident. But definitely glad I did. Me and my wife and children had an excellent dinner here. The staff was amazing and friendly. I don't know if he is the owner or not but Yudi was an exceptional host. I made the mistake of going to an Indian restaurant in ordering a spicy meal and asking them to make it extra hot. In which our host was gracious enough to bring me some yogurt smoothie to cool the burn. My two very picky children when it comes to food, enjoyed every bite. The rice was amazing as well and the naan was fantastic!. I highly recommend this restaurant if you're into Indian cuisine.

We stopped in for an early dinner this evening after the gem show after looking at a couple Indian restaurants in the area and we definitely chose the right one. Im pretty sure the owner was the host/server at the time and our food and service were excellent. The samosas are are fresh, not frozen and are very good, as well as their chutney. The atmosphere is very comfortable and cozy. I will be back every year now

The man that we spoke to, Indian, feathered hair in his 40's or 50's on January 31, 2026 at 7pm. Very disappointed. We stayed nearby specifically so we could walk to a local restaurant. When we arrived, we were met with outright rudeness. The man we spoke with was dismissive from the start. When we asked for a table for two, he abruptly told us nothing was available for several hours—despite multiple empty tables and the restaurant not appearing busy. When I glanced around at the vacant tables, he snapped, “Look at me—do I look like I care?” If I were the owner, I would want to know that staff behavior like this is actively driving customers away and costing the business money. We left immediately, and when I mentioned that I would be posting a review, his response was again, “Do I look like I care?” Unacceptable customer service.

Zyka Twist is a small, cozy Indian food spot in Tucson that left a good impression. The place is tiny but beautiful, calm, and nicely kept. The food was good, and the goat was said to be halal, which was reassuring. The people working there were well-behaved, soft-spoken, and respectful, making the experience peaceful rather than rushed. A simple, quiet place for good Indian food without any noise or drama.

We had a fantastic time at Zyka Twist! Our server was so kind and attentive. The food was absolutely delicious. Especially the chicken tikka masala and garlic nan! I can't wait to go back again to try a new dish.

Came in late on a weekday, it was pretty empty but it was a small space. I like the casual ambiance. And the table water had mint which was nice :) our food came out pretty fast after ordering. My favorite parts of the meal were the cauliflower appetizer and the rices that came with the dishes. The rice was well cooked and flavorful. And it was a good portion for our two meals. Now, that garlic cauliflower was amazing! I could just eat a big bowl of that. I do feel like the portion was small for almost being meal priced ($12.95), but it tasted so good I can justify it. It came with some sauces on the side but the wings are perfectly saucy and crisp as is. For my main dish I got Baingan bhartha, mild. It was good, a larger portion than the plate made it seem. It was still a bit spicy for me even though I got mild but that's more a me issue. I'm sure I could've gotten something on the side to cut the spice but didn't feel like asking. The roti also wasn't the type of roti I was expecting, it was kinda like a slightly stiff pita bread. I was thinking more soft Caribbean style roti, but again that was more a me issue. I'd get one of the other naans next time. They have an extensive menu and a patio so I'm excited to come back to try more dishes and drinks next time.

Overall the food here is great. This was the first time we did takeout and it was a little chaotic, the staff was upset we arrived a few minutes before the 25ish minute estimate and automatically put on a 20% tip. We've not had issues when eating in here, and the food is just as good at takeout. A significant portion, with curry that clearly has attention to detail.

This is one of my favorite places for Indian!!! My want for Indian food goes in and out, but I'm usually up for going here. It's comfortable seating and quiet help as well. All the food that I've had here has been excellent I have to remember to tell them I want it spicy, they are using the American scale of spicy not the Indian one. So might see you there!!!

Delicious food, everything we ate was absolutely fantastic. The dining area was well lit, and the Indian music videos in the background really enhanced the culinary experience. Service was good, we were not waiting long once we placed our orders. Will come back again!

Best Indian food I've had in Tucson. Lots of whole spices and deep flavor. Kind service. Calm quiet non-pretentious atmosphere where you can hear you table mates and really enjoy the food. The Nan is delicious hot and fresh with crisp and chewy bits-perfect.

Great choice if you think milk is exciting. I understand cream-based dishes have cream but you can also add spices to them. It's like cream, with the tiniest hint of ginger, tomato, and maybe a mild spice like turmeric. Plus, Taco Bell gives spicier food than their "hot" dishes. Also, tell your employees that if they wish to talk to someone on the phone, put it up their ear and talk into the phone. If they wish to yell at their phone while it's sitting nearby, go outside or into the back of the restaurant.

I had a late dinner here last week with a friend. We split a Chicken Tikka Masala ($16.95), a Lamb Vindaloo ($16.95), and a garlic naan ($4.25). We ordered both of our main dishes medium spicy. We both thought it was a great dinner (and plenty spicy). Service was fine. The decor is casual and modern.

We were walking in downtown and we were craving some Indian food, this place popped up with good ratings so we decided to give it a try. The place was empty so I was a little concerned but the service was wonderful even when my friend dropped half of her drink on the table they still manage to treat us nicely. The food was soooo good, everything was beautifully presented and so fresh and flavorful. This place used to be a burger joint so they are still working on their decor. We will definitely go back for more.

The food was solid, lots of vegan/vegetarian options, we'd eat here again if we're in Tucson

This is a typical Indian place out West, but coming from New York, where there is more restaurant competition & a bigger community, the food has more varied flavors there. I was traveling and just craving Chana masala. The dish was pretty big. You can share it by 2-6 people, depending how many people you are with and how many other dishes you order. It was very spicy, though u ordered medium. So I ordered a Raita with it, and ate the whole raita. Parking on a Sunday was very easy on the street. There were a few other groups there for dinner time. Seemed popular with the university students and families.

Good place friendly staff, nice atmosphere and good food as well. Didn't take too long for us to get our stuff. In and out really

This restaurant is located right off 4th Ave with indoor seating. It had more seating than I thought it would from the outside. Service was great! Staff were friendly and the food came out quick. I'm so glad I found an Indian food place in Tucson! I got the chicken tikka masala and garlic naan. Portions were a good size (I only took a picture of a small taste of mine that I plated).

Worst ever gross food ever I never leave review but I need food not fresh ever water inside mint was brown I ordered massala tastes was it cooked for 3days before and just hit up my husband was promotion i wanted be time with family time but there is no ac only broken fan are you kidding me i have to eat with sweating

We were looking for a new place to eat around 4th Avenue- happy to have found a good Indian spot! We feasted on lamb tikka masala, vegetable korma, chana masala, and chicken tikka masala. Early birds get fresh service, and the gentleman was kind in accommodating my son. 4th Avenue has this good vibe so the ambiance was festive even on an early Saturday morning. 4.45 stars. Try them out!

The korma is heavenly... Rich and flavorful. We ordered the mild which had enough heat to give us a little kick. The navaratan korma came with lots of different veggies like broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, potatoes, and paneer cheese. The dish came with rice. We also got the veg biryani which was tasty too. Everything was made to order so it can take a little while but totally worth it. Service was attentive.

The food, the service, and the ambiance of this amazing Indian restaurant are beyond delightful. The food is prepared to the spice level that is requested, and the cost is quite reasonable. There were four in our party, and our table was large enough to accommodate all of the dishes we ordered. The sauces in the chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, and lamb korma were just incredible and colorful. The lamb was tender and succulent, and the chicken was flavorful and moist. The lamb biryani was delightfully prepared. The okra do pyaza introduced a vegetable to our very rich meal. And the naan - yummy with the right amount of garlic and ghee! We'll be back, and I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant for anyone who likes or wants to try expertly prepared Indian cuisine.

Either the waiter didn't convey my preferences, or the Chef couldn't comply; in either case, my preferences were not regarded. My friend had a good meal; she ordered Chicken tikka masala. I finally received the AlooGobi, which was very good, but it was frustrating.

The food was amazing! As an Indian, I've had a lot of authentic Indian cuisine. This place has to be top 5 in AZ. The butter garlic naan was incredible. The chicken tikka masala was mind blowing! Creamy, flavorful, and authentic. Definitely try it out! As a bonus, the mango lassi is DELICIOUS!

Ambiance: Tons of seatings with an eclectic mix of furniture at times. Service: Efficient and personable. Food: Had the lamb korma and garlic naan which was delicious! Definitely one of the better indian places in town that's a bit under the radar. Huge portions and very flavorful. Overall, great addition to 4th street!

Truly enjoyed our meal The ambiance was calm and the services was amazing when I'm back in town I will be returning Great naan !

Very friendly staff and efficient service. We were greeted and sat down immediately. Asked for a recommendation and ordered the Lamb Tikka Masala. It was delicious and savory. Some of the best Indian food I've had. Looking forward to visiting again.

Was delighted to discover this excellent Indian restaurant on 4th Ave. For appetizers, had cauliflower fritters in a mouth-watering garlic tomato sauce and delicious veggie pakoras. The smokey,cardamon spiced bainghan bharta eggplant and veggie kormas were also outstanding. Didn't try any of the meat dishes but Zyka Twist is a great option for vegetarians. The mango lassis were also yummy.

Ordered takeout from Zyka Twist. Got the butter chicken and it came with a side of rice. Also ordered the garlic and paneer naan. Everything was so good and authentic. The gentlemen who work there were friendly which is always a plus. Support local and give them a try!

Delicious authentic Indian food. My favorite Indian restaurant in Tucson. I ordered the chicken biryani in Indian spicy level. The Chicken Biryani was very flavorful with a lovely aroma. Highly recommend.

I ordered the paneer tikka masala and garlic naan. Amazing food and amazing service! Will go again!

This is a small place in a heavy bar district so we weren't sure what to expect. But wow. We were blown away! Service was really friendly, and he brought us papadan which wasn't on the menu but I love it love it!! We ordered the butter chicken, shrimp korma, and paneer tikka masala. Also the garlic naan. Everything was phenomenal. The butter chicken was less creamy and more tomato forward than we were used to, but the flavor was complex and rich. The shrimp had a subtle cashew flavor and perfect spice. (We ordered medium + bc we were sharing with our 7 y/o and it was perfect). The paneer was creamy and rich. Note that soft drinks are in the bottle, no refills, but they do have some great beers on tap. We'll definitely be back and look forward to trying some of the other dishes. An unassuming little place with big flavors!!

Came on a weekday evening, quite empty, quiet spot to have a chat. Street parking was fine during that time, pretty easy to find a spot for free. Didn't have eggplant curry nor any non-cream paneer curries, sad. Got the aloo gobi and spicy, friend got chicken curry with medium, both got a garlic naan. The spicy was actually spicy, surprisingly. Flavors were good, not too oily. Naan was a bit flat, not the chewy kind of naan, garlic flavor wasn't very strong, just seemed like butter. Curry chicken was flavorful too, service was decent as well. Total was $40+ post-tax pre-tip.

Amazing food, fresh hot and delicious. Great service. This place is a family favorite. Highly recommend.

My boyfriend and I chose this place on a whim and it did not disappoint! The garlic naan did not skimp on the garlic, the mango chicken was so creamy and flavorful and the chicken tikka marsala was amazing. We were the only other people in there at the time and it was nice. It was clean inside the service was good. You could tell the owner really cares about the customer experience. We will definitely be back next time we are in Tucson from San Diego!

This quality food, at this price is amazing. I had the lamb curry and garlic Naan. Everything was outstanding, great flavor, great service and the place is nice and clean. Unless you really like spicy, maybe start with mild. I had mine medium and I loved it...it was about as spicy as I can handle. Aaaaand....they have rock and roll themed table tops! Mine was the Pink Floyd table! I highly recommend this place.

Hands down best Indian food in Tucson!!!!! They do not have one bad dish and the service is so quick. Although the restaurant seems small it's a great ambiance! The menu is vast and can suit all dietary restrictions!

Great food and amazing service. Thanks, we've enjoyed the place very much. The garlic Naan was delicious.

The food here is absolutely amazing, such good flavors. I had the chicken korma and samosa. Both were extremely tasty. The staff is so friendly and helpful! Love the vibe of the place, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Go check it out!

Don't plan on them being open. Looking for a bite post-concert in downtown on a Friday night, their website indicates open until 11pm. Quit surprised when walking in @ 945 pm & the staff looks us up & down. Closed. Not even gracious about saying they were actually closed.

We went to Zyka Twist the first time on the Friday night after Christmas. Our dinner and appetizer choices were excellent. We enjoyed the Garlic Cauliflower I especially liked the Chicken Tikka Masala. Since I live in the Feldman's neighborhood this excellent restaurant is closeby. We'll definitely be returning soon.

This place is amazing. The aromas bring you closer, and the flavors make you never want to leave. Love them.

Reading the reviews I had high hopes, although there's a limited menu. The three dishes we got tasted the same. And my friend commented that it was like the fast food equivalent of Indian food. The bill for delivery, three entrees and 2 bread, plus tip = 71$ A total waste of money.

Best Indian food in Arizona...blows away all other Indian restaurants in Tucson, for sure. So flavorful it tastes like Indian food in India. Service is super friendly and attentive. Such a pleasure to finally have such a great place for Indian food.

Came here for a family dinner on vacation and it was one of our favorite meals in Tuscon! The staff was very helpful from start to finish, making sure we had everything we needed. The food was super tasty, just a little spicy It was a nice private atmosphere to talk and unwind. Definitely recommend

My favorite garlic naan in town. Nice leopard spotting, kind of like a good Neapolitan pizza. Fresh garlic.

Fantastic food just like Indian Twist. So happy they are expanding to different locations. Best Indian food in town. Their butter chicken is amazing!

Had a lovely lunch with very friendly and helpful staff (or owner?). Had a smoked eggplant dish and a chicken/cashew based dish and both were very delicious. The naan's were fabulous! Would definitely recommend this place.

This place was great! The food looked smelled and tasted amazing. They were able to make the chicken biryani without dairy to accommodate an allergy and the medium spicy was the perfect level of spice and flavor. All of the staff was so friendly and I'd definitely come back

Our recently discovered favorite Indian restaurant in Tucson. The staff is friendly and the recommendations were spot on. The fish pakoras were light and fresh, not greasy. I can say the same about the samosas. My wife had the fish korma, fantastic and I ordered something that was suggested the saag paneer that I would not normally get but it was great and paired nicely with the korma I shared with my wife. Looking forward to making it a regular dining experience.

5 stars for the food, which was pretty darn good. Prices were on par for 4th Ave.--expect to pay a few bucks more for the location--and the portions were reasonable. Our party was well-fed. 2 stars off for what felt like shady business practices. There's a ~7% "Non-Cash Adjustment" surcharge for using a credit card. The penalty is not subject to the sales tax, but it IS included in the total you tip on. A business can charge what it likes, but it should be upfront about the difference. When questioned, the owner waved around a fine-print notice that he said was near the cash register. But you only see the cash register if you're doing take-out, and we dined in. An extra beer was also added to our bill. Unfortunately, I only realized that when we got home and I double-checked our group's consumption with my husband. That could've been an honest mistake, but on top of the 'non-cash adj' and the fact that you have to explicitly ask for an itemized receipt, I felt actively cheated. Good food or no, I won't be back.

The food was excellent. We enjoyed the Lamb Tikka Masala and Butter Chicken. Would recommend.

Delicious, extremely good service and the owner is super caring and plays close attention to each customer and greets everyone, the food was 10/10 authentic and home style cooking.

Food was great and the guy from the cashier told me that the spicy level might be a little too hot for most of people and I took the advice and even medium was pretty damn spicy but tasty at the same time would recommend this place.

I did not know I liked Indian food until I ate here. The Chicken Tikka Masala is off the chart!