Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about dining and ordering with Zeera.
Menu & Dietary Options
Where is the best authentic Indian food near RTP and Fuquay-Varina?
Zeera Indian Restaurant is highly rated as one of the best authentic Indian dining destinations serving Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs, Apex, Cary, and the greater Research Triangle Park (RTP) area. Our chefs specialize in traditional clay-oven delicacies and rich spice blends.
Do you offer vegan and gluten-free Indian food options?
Absolutely. Traditional Indian cuisine is naturally accommodating to many diets. We offer a wide variety of clearly marked Vegan and Gluten-Free (GF) entrees, including our famous Chana Masala, Aloo Gobi, and Dal Tarka.
Can I adjust the spice level of my dish?
Absolutely. We want you to enjoy your meal exactly the way you like it. Most of our dishes can be customized on a scale from mild to extra spicy.
Do you serve Halal food?
Yes, we do! All of the meats served at our restaurant are Halal.
Do you prepare food without onions and garlic (Jain options)?
Yes, we offer special preparations for our guests who follow a Jain diet. Several of our dishes can be made completely without onions, garlic, or other root vegetables. Please let your server know your dietary requirements, and our kitchen will gladly accommodate you.
Dining & Orders
Do you have a lunch buffet?
We invite you to enjoy our daily lunch buffet. It is available Monday through Friday for $15, and on weekends (Saturday and Sunday) for $18
Do you offer takeout and delivery?
Yes, you can easily place an order for pickup or delivery directly through our or by giving us a call. Diners can enjoy our delicious curries, biryanis, and tandoori specials from the comfort of their home.
Do I need to make a reservation?
While walk-ins are always welcome, we highly recommend making a reservation for weekend evenings or large parties to ensure we have a table ready for you at Zeera.
Do you provide catering for events?
Yes, we offer catering packages for private parties, corporate events, and family gatherings. Please directly to discuss your event's needs.
Our Restaurant Menu
Appetizers
Traditional Samosa
$7 Veg / $9 LambClassic pastry with spiced potatoes or lamb, served with mint and tamarind chutneys
Samosa Chickpea Chat
$12Deconstructed samosa with chickpeas, yogurt, chutneys, and sev
Pakora (Fritters)
Crispy, spiced chickpea flour fritters.
- Mixed Vegetables Pakora $8
- Onion Pakora $8
- Paneer Pakora $9
- Chicken Pakora $9
- Gobi Pakora $10
Gobi Manchurian
$14Fried cauliflower in soy-tomato glaze
Wok-Tossed Chili Specialties
Bell peppers, onions, chili-garlic glaze
Zeera Special Chicken
$15House specialty - marinated, flash-fried chicken served over plain naan or garlic Naan with sour cream
Classic Chicken 65
$14South Indian spiced fried chicken with curry leaves and mustard seeds
Kashmiri Chicken Kabob
$14Yogurt-marinated chicken grilled in a clay oven
Soups & Salads
Aromatic Soups $8
Slow-cooked broth with Indian spices and herbs.
Options: Tomato Soup | Lentil Soup (Dal) | Chicken Soup
Cucumber Salad $8
Fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions with house dressing.
House Salad $8
Fresh Lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions with house dressing.
Little Royals (Kids Menu)
Crispy Chicken Nuggets
$9Golden-fried chicken nuggets served with french fries
Golden Chicken Tenders
$9Crispy breaded chicken tenders served with french fries
Aromatic Biryani
A culinary delight, aromatic basmati rice cooked with your choice of meat or vegetables, fragrantly spiced and cooked to perfection. Garnished with Cashews and Raisins and served with raita (yogurt sauce).
Choose your spice level: Mild | Medium | Hot | Extra Hot
Traditional Entrees
All Entrées are served with rice.
Choose Your Heat Level: Mild | Medium | Hot | Extra Hot
Customize your dish with your choice of protein. All Entrees are GF
Butter Masala GF
A rich, velvety classic. Your selected protein is gently simmered in a luscious, slow-cooked tomato and butter sauce, elegantly finished with cashews and raisins.
Tikka Masala GF
A universally loved masterpiece featuring deeply marinated tandoori proteins simmered in a rich, creamy, and mildly spiced tomato-onion gravy.
Shahi Korma GF
An opulent Mughlai culinary delight. Your choice of protein is cooked in a luxurious, silky sauce crafted with sweet cream, and delicate aromatic spices with cashews and raisins.
Malai Methi Masala GF
A rich, velvety creamy sauce featuring earth-grown fresh fenugreek leaves (methi) cooked down in a savory onion-tomato base with warming garam masala.
Kadai GF
A robust, semi-dry North Indian gravy cooked in a traditional wok with chunky bell peppers, diced red onions, freshly crushed coriander seeds, and kashmiri chilies.
Jalfrezi GF
A semi-dry, zesty gravy featuring a colorful medley of stir-fried crunch garden vegetables, ginger juliennes, and dynamic tang.
Roganjosh GF
A signature Kashmiri heritage dish. Tender proteins slow-braised in an aromatic, vibrant red gravy infused with authentic rattan jot, fennel seeds, and a deep medley of warm spices.
Vindaloo GF
A fiery Goan coastal classic. Cooked alongside tender potato cubes in a complex, deeply sharp reduction of garlic, vinegar, roasted red chilies, and pungent spices.
Madras Curry GF
A bold, vibrant Southern classic cooked in a richly seasoned gravy featuring hot red chilies, toasted coconut, and freshly crackled mustard seeds.
Saag Masala GF
A nutritious, comforting green classic cooked with finely chopped fresh spinach and mustard greens, gently simmered with garlic, ginger, and light warming spices.
Mango Masala GF
A unique, refreshing sweet-and-spicy specialty featuring smooth mango puree cooked harmoniously with onions, ginger, and a subtle hint of pickling spices.
Methi Masala GF
A highly aromatic, vibrant gravy featuring earth-grown fresh fenugreek leaves (methi) cooked down in a savory onion-tomato base with warming garam masala.
Homestyle Curry GF
A comforting, rustic, and light onion-tomato broth beautifully balanced to evoke the heart and soul of traditional daily Indian home cooking.
Vegetarian Entrees
All Entrées are served with rice (except Chana Bhatura).
Choose Your Heat Level: Mild | Medium | Hot | Extra Hot
Paneer & Rich Specialties
Butter Masala (Mix Veg or Paneer) GF
$18A rich and creamy classic. Your choice of mixed vegetables or soft paneer cheese cubes simmered in a luscious tomato-butter sauce, garnished with cashews.
Tikka Masala (Mix Veg or Paneer) GF
$18A universally loved North Indian specialty featuring paneer or mixed vegetables simmered in a rich, creamy, and beautifully spiced tomato-onion reduction.
Saag Paneer GF
$18Finely chopped fresh spinach cooked down with delicate warming spices and garlic, tossed with tender cubes of paneer (indian cheese.)
Malai Kofta GF
$18Soft, handcrafted dumplings made from minced garden vegetables and paneer, gently simmered in a rich, mild, and subtly sweet cashew cream sauce.
Navrattan Korma GF
$18A classic celebratory dish. A vibrant medley of seasonal vegetables, cashews, and raisins simmered gently in a silky, aromatic coconut-cream sauce.
Paneer Kadai GF
$18A robust, aromatic dish featuring house paneer cubes wok-tossed with chunky bell peppers, red onions, and freshly ground kadai spices.
Mutter Paneer GF
$18Sweet green peas and cubes of artisan paneer cheese cooked in a comforting, traditional, delicately spiced onion-tomato gravy.
Dal Makhni GF (Vegan Opt)
$17A rich, buttery North Indian classic featuring whole black lentils slow-cooked overnight with cream, vine tomatoes, and warming spices.
Dum Aloo Kashmiri GF (Vegan Opt)
$17Our take on the Kashmiri classic. Tender potatoes slow-cooked in a vibrant, spiced yogurt reduction with our signature blend of aromatic Indian spices.
Vegan & Herb-Forward
Chana Masala GF Vegan
$15A hearty, flavor-packed Punjabi classic featuring tender chickpeas slow-simmered with onions, juicy vine tomatoes, ginger, and fresh herbs.
Chana Saag GF (Vegan Opt)
$17Tender, spiced chickpeas combined with finely chopped fresh spinach leaves, slow-simmered in a well-balanced ginger-garlic sauce.
Aloo Gobi GF Vegan
$17A comforting, dry-style curry featuring tender potato cubes and fresh cauliflower florets stir-fried to perfection with turmeric, cumin, and ginger.
Bhindi Do-Pyaza GF Vegan
$17Fresh, tender okra wok-tossed with a double portion of caramelized red Onions, spiked with dynamic green chilies and tangy dry mango powder.
Baigan Bharta GF (Vegan Opt)
$17Clay-oven roasted eggplants mashed and slow-cooked with sweet green peas, onions, fresh tomatoes, and a rich smoky infusion of spices.
Vegetable Jalfrezie GF Vegan
$17A colorful assortment of crisp garden vegetables stir-fried at high heat with julienned ginger, onions, bell peppers, and tangy spices.
Dal Tarka GF (Vegan Opt)
$16A comforting yellow lentil dish simmered to perfection, tempered with crackled cumin seeds, fried garlic, and whole red chilies.
Cabbage Bhaji GF Vegan
$17Finely shredded crisp cabbage pan-fried with mustard seeds, fresh curry leaves, and light aromatic spices for a delicate crunch.
Chana Bhatura Vegan
$17A legendary North Indian street favorite. Hearty, spiced chickpea curry served with two large, fluffy golden-fried leavened breads, traditional mixed pickle, and crisp sliced red onions. No rice is included with this dish.
Tandoori
Traditional clay-oven cooking with yogurt marinades and live charcoal grilling. All tandoori dishes are served with basmati rice and tikka sauce.
Choose Your Heat Level: Mild | Medium | Hot | Extra Hot
Chicken Malai Tikka
$21Tender boneless chicken breast pieces steeped overnight in a mild, velvety marinade of rich cream, green cardamom, cheese, and subtle white pepper.
Classic Chicken Tikka
$21Bite-sized boneless poultry chunks marinated in oil, vibrant Kashmiri red chilies, and sour yogurt, charred beautifully over open flame.
Traditional Tandoori Chicken
$22Bone-in chicken leg, thigh, and breast scored and marinated in an authentic heritage spice blend, roasted to achieve a deep, buttery tenderness with a signature smoky finish.
Seekh Kabob Tandoori
$22Skewered ribbons of finely minced lamb and beef mixed with minced garlic, fresh coriander leaves, and aromatic warm garam masala, grilled until succulently juicy.
Signature Lamb Chops
$24Premium, tender French-cut lamb chops delicately massaged with minced ginger, garlic, and a heavy bouquet of toasted tandoori spices, flame-grilled to absolute juicy perfection.
Paneer Tikka Tandoori
$22Thick, blocks of house-made paneer cheese and fresh bell pepper wedges dusted with carom seeds and yellow turmeric, charred to a golden glaze.
Fish Tikka Tandoori
$24Flaky, steak cuts marinated in a tangy lemon-herb glaze with aromatic ground spices.
Choice of Salmon or Mahi-Mahi
Jumbo Shrimp Tandoori
$26Succulent jumbo tiger prawns lightly massaged in a zesty, herb-infused garlic paste and tandoori aromatics, flash-broiled for a sweet, caramelized bite.
Grand Mixed Platter
$32The ultimate tandoori tasting feast. A generous master assortment featuring two pieces of our signature Chicken Tikka, two skewered pieces of juicy Lamb Seekh Kabob, two Jumbo Shrimp, and two pieces of silky Chicken Malai Tikka.
Traditional Flat Breads
Traditional Butter Naan
Classic leavened flatbread, lightly brushed with butter
Garlic Naan
Topped with finely minced garlic and cilantro
Cheese Naan
Stuffed generously with melted mozzarella cheese
Garlic Cheese Naan
Stuffed with mozzarella and topped with minced garlic
Paneer Naan
Stuffed with paneer cheese
Keema Naan
Stuffed with a dynamic layer of perfectly spiced ground lamb
Rosemary Naan
Topped with finely aromatic dried rosemary
Bullet Naan
Topped with finely Fiery fresh green chilies
Onion Naan
Stuffed with finely diced onions
Peshwari Naan
Stuffed with sweet shredded coconut, cashews, and raisins
Kashmiri Naan
Sweet flatbread stuffed with cashews, raisins, and cherries
Tandoori Roti (Vegan Optional)
Unleavened whole wheat flatbread
Chapati (Vegan Optional)
Traditional thin pan-griddled flatbread (whole wheat)
Lacha Paratha (Vegan Optional)
Multi-layered crispy, flaky whole wheat flatbread
Aloo Paratha (Vegan Optional)
Whole wheat flatbread stuffed with spiced potatoes
Makki Ki Roti (Vegan Optional)
Traditional Punjabi Corn meal flatbread - gluten free
Poori Vegan
Puffed, deep-fried whole wheat golden bread
Extras
- Achaar Mixed Pickle $3
- Papadum GF $4
- Mango Chutney $4
- Basmati Rice GF Vegan $5
- Mint Chutney $3
- Sliced Onions & Chilis $3
- Tamarind Chutney $3
- Indian Garden Salad $8
- Cucumber Raita $4
Desserts
Artisanal Indian Confections
Authentic Ras Malai
$8Soft, spongy, handcrafted cottage cheese discs delicately poached in a rich reduction of milk, infused with green cardamom and premium crushed pistachios.
Gourmet Gulab Jamun
$8Classic golden-fried milk dumplings, slow-soaked in a warm, fragrant sugar syrup delicately infused with rose water and cardamom seeds.
Shahi Kheer (Rice Pudding)
$8Rich, creamy, traditional rice pudding slow-cooked over low flame with condensed milk, broken basmati grains, sugar, toasted almonds and raisins.
Gajar (Carrot) Halwa
$8Traditional warm northern delicacy made from freshly grated sweet carrots, slow-simmered in whole milk, clarified butter, and mawa, finished with nuts.
Shahi Kheer (Rice Pudding)
$8Rich, creamy, traditional rice pudding slow-cooked over low flame with condensed milk, broken basmati grains, sugar, toasted almonds and raisins.
Mango Custard with Mixed Fruits
$8Smooth, velvety sweet custard bursting with tropical mango puree, served perfectly chilled and topped generously with a vibrant mix of fruits.
Moong Dal Halwa
$8Rich Rajasthani delicacy crafted from yellow moong lentils, slow-roasted in ghee until golden. Simmered with milk, saffron, and garnished with nuts. Served warm.
Pista Kulfi
$8Dense Indian ice cream intensely flavored with pistachios, cardamom, and saffron.
Zesty Orange Kulfi
$8Creamy kulfi infused with the bright, aromatic zest and sweet essence of sun-ripened oranges.
Contemporary & Western Favorites
Belgian Chocolate Mousse Cake
$9Layers of rich, airy, and velvety dark Belgian chocolate mousse cradled on a delicate chocolate sponge base.
Banana Chocolate Cake
$9A beautiful pairing of ripe, caramelized banana sponge layered with a decadent chocolate reduction.
Classic Key Lime Pie
$8Perfectly tart, zesty, and creamy key lime citrus filling, set beautifully inside a crumbly, buttery graham cracker crust.
Beverages, Beer, Wine & Cocktails
Refreshing Beverages
Coke | Diet Coke | Sprite | Dr Pepper | Pink Lemonade $3
House Specialties
- Mango Lassi $6
- Masala Chai $4
- Green Tea $3
- Coffee $3
Children's Options
- Milk $3
- Juice $3
- Chocolate Milk $5
Beer Selection
Imported Indian Beer
$10 (22oz) | $5 (12oz)
Taj Mahal 22oz | Flying Horse 22oz | Maharaja 12oz | 1947 12oz | Haywards 5000 (strong beer) 22oz | Old Monk 22oz
Craft & Draft
$5Lil Slurp IPA | Wicked Weed IPA | Stella Artois | Shock Top
Domestic
$4Michelob Ultra | Blue Moon
Wine Selection Bottle $24 / Glass $8
Red Wine
- J. Lohr Cabernet Sauvignon Rich dark fruit profiles framed by a gentle hint of toasted oak; full-bodied and smooth.
- The Arsonist Red Blend A smoky, dark, and compelling blend rich with deep notes of roasted coffee bean and dark chocolate.
- Terra D'Oro Zinfandel Full-bodied layers of ripe blackberry and dark plum with a classic hint of warm baking spice.
- Pali Wine Co. Pinot Noir An elegant bouquet of wild black cherry and tart raspberry with a subtle touch of spice.
- Jacob's Creek Reserve Shiraz Vibrant, full-flavored layers of ripe purple plum, sweet black cherry, and crushed black pepper.
- Risata Dark Red Blend A delightfully smooth, fruit-forward semi-sweet blend showcasing bright blackberry and sweet cherry.
White Wine
- SeaGlass Sauvignon Blanc Crisp, clean, and wonderfully bright with lively notes of grapefruit and fresh green herbs.
- Starling Castle Riesling A classic refreshing German Riesling showing clean mineral tones, green apple, and fresh lime.
- Umberto Fiori Moscato d'Asti Sweet, lightly effervescent, and bursting with fragrant peach, ripe apricot, and honey.
- Alverdi Pinot Grigio Light, crisp, and beautifully refreshing, crafted from organic Italian grapes with bright citrus hints.
- Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay Bright citrus and crisp pear layered harmoniously with a buttery hint of toasted oak.
Sparkling & Prosecco
- Benjamin Codorniu Brut A traditional, crisp Spanish Cava showing a vibrant, fruit-forward aroma and a clean finish.
- Avissi Prosecco Bright Italian sparkling wine featuring delicate floral bouquets and a clean fruit finish.
- Carletto Prosecco Elegant Italian import featuring a delicate nose, crisp green apple crunch, and subtle sweetness.
- Zonin Prosecco Rose A crisp, lively sparkling rosé with bright notes of wild red berries and summer apples.
- Perelada Brut Reserva Cava Dry, elegant Spanish sparkling option with hints of orchard fruit and subtle toasted brioche.
House Cocktails
Signature Cosmopolitan
$12Skyy Vodka, triple sec, fresh lime juice, cranberry
Midori Glow
$11Midori melon liqueur, pineapple juice, splash of soda
Tennessee Lemonade
$11Jack Daniel's, triple sec, sour mix, Sprite
Long Island Iced Tea
$13Vodka, rum, gin, tequila, triple sec, and cola
SoCo Hurricane
$12Southern Comfort, amaretto, orange and pineapple juice
Catering Services
Elevate your next event with the authentic, vibrant flavors of Zeera.
Unforgettable Events
Whether you are hosting a corporate luncheon, a milestone birthday, or an elegant wedding in the Fuquay-Varina or RTP area, Zeera brings a touch of spice and sophistication to your table. We offer customizable menus to fit your budget, dietary needs, and vision.
- Corporate Packages: Easy buffet setups or individually boxed lunches.
- Private Parties: Tailored appetizers and grand entrees for family gatherings.
- Weddings: Full-service catering featuring live chaat or dosa stations.
Ready to discuss your event?
Email Us for a Quote - catering@zeeranc.comOur Story
A Legacy of Spices
Welcome to Zeera, where traditional Indian cooking meets a contemporary dining experience. Our journey began with a simple desire: to bring the authentic, complex, and heartwarming flavors of Indian kitchens to our community in Fuquay-Varina and the Research Triangle Park (RTP) area.
The word "Zeera" translates to cumin—a fundamental spice in Indian cuisine that provides warmth, depth, and character. Just like our namesake, our goal is to be the warm and grounded core of your dining experiences. We pride ourselves on using generational recipes, fresh ingredients, and genuine clay-oven techniques for both dine-in and online orders.