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Food Hygiene Rating : 5

Recognised in Birmingham

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5 PM–10 PM

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Start with the dishes we're known for.

Three favourites. Always at the heart of the Zayka menu.

Chicken Biryani

Fragrant basmati rice layered with spiced chicken and the slow-built flavour of a proper biryani.

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Chicken 65

Bold, spicy and full of flavour the side that has no intention of staying on the side.

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Hyderabadi Haleem

Rich, slow-cooked and deeply comforting, finished the way Haleem should be.

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Authentic Indian cuisine. Exceptional flavour. Five-rated hygiene.

At Zayka Hayat, great food is about more than flavour. It’s about the care, cleanliness and standards behind every dish we serve.

We’re proud to have received a Food Hygiene Rating of 5 from the Food Standards Agency - the highest rating awarded.

So whether you’re ordering our Chicken Biryani, Chicken 65 or slow-cooked Haleem, you can enjoy every bite knowing it comes from a kitchen that takes both flavour and food safety seriously.

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY · RATING 5 OF 5

Real kitchen. Real prep. Real food.

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First time ordering from them, lovely food! Was extremely amazed by the food quality, customer service and how delicious it was!

A new experience of Indian cuisine for me, but I will absolutely return many more times!

Thank you for being authentic, can't wait to order again

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I had a wonderful experience ordering food from this place..
Food is delicious and service is excellent. You have to try lamb biryani which is proper hyderabadi biryani that you get in UK.
Sweets are mind blowing and tasty. I will order every day from here. Thank you for making me feel like home.

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A little story behind every favourite.

Why Hyderabadi Biryani Tastes Different

Rich spices, fragrant rice, and slow-cooking techniques make Hyderabadi biryani so special. Experience the unique flavors and traditions behind this beloved dish.

What Is Haleem And How Is It Traditionally Eaten?

Slow-cooked meat, lentils, and aromatic spices simmered until perfectly rich and creamy, with tender lamb mashed in for a smooth texture. Hyderabadi Haleem is best enjoyed on its own with a spoon or fork, compared to other variants served with naan. Experience this comforting dish.

Chicken 65: The Story Behind the Name

Explore the origins of Chicken 65 and the story behind its unusual name. Discover what makes this crispy, spicy, and flavorful dish a favorite of Indian cuisine

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