Indian ZaikaMerivale, Christchurch
Indian Zaika – Indian food
Indian Zaika – Indian food
Indian Zaika – Indian food
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Indian restaurant · Merivale

Zaika Indian Restaurant

178 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014

Opening hours

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We have not yet confirmed the opening hours for Indian Zaika. Many Indian restaurants in Christchurch open for lunch and dinner (typically 11:30 am – 2 pm and 5 – 9:30 pm), but please check before you go.

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178 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014

About

About Indian Zaika

Indian Zaika brings Indian food to 178 Papanui Road in Merivale, Merivale, making it a handy stop for anyone eating out in Christchurch. It is about 2.3 km from central Christchurch.

Expect the flavours of India: at Indian food venues like this, favourites such as lamb rogan josh and chicken biryani are usually on the menu. It is one of 69 Indian venues we list in Christchurch.

We have not yet verified the trading hours for Indian Zaika. Hours for venues like this often shift between summer and winter, so a quick call before you set off is a good idea.

For budgeting, Indian restaurants of this kind in New Zealand typically cost around $20–$40 per person (Moderate). It is surrounded by other eateries: we count 10 more venues within about 1 km, which makes this part of Merivale easy to explore on foot.

On the menu

Menu highlights

Popular dishes for this style of Indian restaurant with typical New Zealand prices.

Full menu guide
CurriesLamb rogan josh

Slow-cooked lamb with Kashmiri chilli and whole spices

$21–27

BreadsPlain naan

Leavened bread from the tandoor

$4–5

CurriesPalak paneer

Cottage cheese in spiced spinach

$18–23

Desserts & DrinksMasala chai

Spiced milk tea

$4–6

Biryani & RiceChicken biryani

Basmati layered with chicken, saffron and fried onion, served with raita

$21–27

CurriesButter chicken

Tandoori chicken in a mild tomato, butter and cream gravy

$20–26

Plan your visit

When is Indian Zaika busiest?

Estimated busy times based on typical hours and how people usually dine at Indian restaurants in New Zealand. The gold bar marks the current hour.

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Usually busiest around 7 pm on Fridays.

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Questions about Indian Zaika

Where is Indian Zaika?

Indian Zaika is at 178 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014, about 2.3 km from central Christchurch. Use the map on this page for turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are Indian Zaika's opening hours?

Opening hours have not been confirmed on our listing. Please contact the venue before you visit.

What kind of food does Indian Zaika serve?

Indian food. See the menu page for typical dishes and price ranges for this style of Indian restaurant.

How much does it cost to eat at Indian Zaika?

As an estimate, a meal at a Indian restaurant like this usually costs $20–$40 per person in New Zealand. Prices at the venue may differ.

What other restaurants are near Indian Zaika?

The closest is The Little Taphouse (30 m away). See the "Nearby" section for more options with distances.

Nearby

More places to eat near Indian Zaika

Closest restaurants, cafes and takeaways, measured in a straight line.

Map of Merivale
The Little Taphouse 30 m
Restaurant

The Little Taphouse

7 St Albans Street, St Albans
Merivale Mall, Christchurch
The Brewers 60 m
Pub

The Brewers

177 Papanui Road, Merivale Mall
Merivale Mall, Christchurch
Tutto Bene 60 m
Italian

Tutto Bene

192 Papanui Road, St Albans
Merivale Mall, Christchurch
Esquires 80 m
Cafe

Esquires

189 Papanui Road, Merivale Mall
Merivale Mall, Christchurch
Sushi World – Japanese food 90 m
Japanese

Sushi World

189 Papanui Road, Merivale Mall
Merivale Mall, Christchurch
Savoire – Cafe food 150 m
Cafe

Savoire

189 Papanui Road, Merivale Mall
Merivale Mall, Christchurch

Other Indian places nearby

Indian in Christchurch
NameAreaStatusDistance
Little IndiaMerivale Mall–160 m
Bawarchi Restaurant n TakeawaysMerivale Mall270 m
Saket IndianEdgeware1.3 km
Indian FlameSaint Albans1.3 km
Delhi BellyMerivale–1.7 km
HimalayasEdgeware1.8 km