Restaurant
Ziyka Restaurant
234-236 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
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234-236 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
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Carlton’s go-to for deeply spiced Pakistani comfort dishes out sizzling platters and slow-simmered karahi late into the night. It is a lively, unfussy spot where tables fill quickly with communal feasts. Regulars lean into the charcoal-grilled Ziyka Supreme platter—tender chicken malai boti paired with spiced kebabs—before dipping warm garlic naan straight into a rich, black pepper lamb karahi kali mirch. Late-night crowds keep the dining room humming well past 10 p.m., wrapping meals with hot gulab jamun.
- Charcoal Platters & Slow-Simmered Karahi: Communal spreads featuring charcoal-grilled chicken malai boti, kebabs, and rich mutton or lamb karahi kali mirch.
- Midnight Feeds & Ramadan Dining: Serving fragrant curries, biryani, and platters until midnight, with seasonal sehri and iftar seatings.
- Family-Style Communal Tables: Spacious table setups designed for sharing multiple street snacks, naans, and generous meat curries with groups.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Ziyka Restaurant
Discover why diners choose Ziyka Restaurant for hearty Pakistani specialties, shared group gatherings, and late-night cravings in Carlton.
Authentic Charcoal BBQ and Slow-Cooked Karahi
Guests praise the signature goat and lamb curries, along with tender BBQ kebabs seasoned with authentic spices.
The BBQ platter & the Karahi were bursting with flavour and were absolutely delicious.
Umar Ansari Distinctive Regional Specialty Dishes
Diners celebrate the distinctive Dhaba-style curries and bone-in goat pulao prepared with well-balanced peppercorn and ginger spices.
Goat pulao was as usual the best in the town. Dhaba style mutton was very well prepared with a nice proportion of peppercorns and ginger.
Sumit Pradhan Abundant Shared Tables for Group Dinners
The expansive dining room and generous platters make it easy for groups to share street food and diverse main courses together.
The flavours were good and the variety on the table made for a great shared dining experience.
Food Mahir & Gardening Ideas Welcoming Setting for Family Gatherings
Visiting guests and extended families find an accommodating setting with diverse dishes to introduce newcomers to Pakistani cuisine.
Brought my family here and my in-laws has never eaten Pakistani/Indian food before. We loved every single dish.
Karam Devnani Reliable Late-Night Dining Until Midnight
Operating until midnight provides a reliable destination for diners seeking freshly prepared meals after standard hours.
Open until midnight too, which is perfect for a late-night craving.
Dulan Jayasuriya Dedicated Ramadan Iftar and Sehri Service
Specialized late-night buffet service caters directly to religious observances and celebratory gatherings throughout Ramadan.
We tried sehri buffet this Ramadan and the food was amazing it has a variety of options to go with it.
Afshan Begum
Most popular items
Authentic charcoal grills, slow-cooked pulao, and signature karahi curries
Ziyka BBQ Platter
The BBQ platter & the Karahi were bursting with flavour and were absolutely delicious. All the meat was deliciously seasoned and so juicy and tender.
Umar Ansari Goat Pulao
Goat pulao was as usual the best in the town.
Sumit Pradhan Chicken Malai Boti
Malai chicken taste was also good.
Sumit Pradhan Mutton Karahi Kali Mirch
Highlight dish was the Lamb Karahi kali mirch! The sauce was incredible — ordered multiple rounds of naan to compliment the dish
Franczek Navarro
Other favorites
Accompaniments, street food bites, and traditional sweets to complete your feast
Gulab Jamun
End the meal with some chai and Gulab Jamun. You won't regret it.
Karam Devnani Garlic Naan
Rich, tender, and absolutely perfect when paired with the garlic naan.
Rodelle Lee Samosa Chaat
Personally, I loved the Samosa Chaat the most. It was refreshing, lightly spicy, and incredibly appetizing.
Nina Lin Kalwanji Nan
Must try kalwanji nan ✌🏻
Irfan Heba
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality touches and responsive care experienced at Ziyka Restaurant
Attentive Service Recovery & Sweet Gestures
When diners give feedback on kitchen items—such as overcooked bread or insufficiently crisp naan—front-of-house staff promptly acknowledge it, expedite fresh replacements, and offer complimentary gulab jamun on the house.
Accommodating Custom Dish Adjustments
The team readily accommodates custom kitchen requests during high-volume periods, including tailoring extra gravy portions for specialty dishes like kali mirch chicken karahi.
Proactive Wait Time Communication
During rush hours and busy weekend evenings, staff maintain proactive communication by advising incoming groups of approximate wait times and kitchen prep intervals beforehand.
Dedicated Ramadan Sehri & Iftar Services
During the holy month of Ramadan, the venue provides dedicated late-night sehri buffets and iftar dining hosting to support community observance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most popular dishes to order?
Guests frequently recommend starting with the BBQ platters (such as the Ziyka Supreme Platter or chicken malai boti) alongside rich curries like the mutton or lamb karahi kali mirch and goat pulao, paired with freshly baked garlic or kalwanji naan.
How spicy is the food?
Many of the authentic Pakistani dishes are bold and quite spicy, with items like the goat pulao noted to carry significant heat. If you are sensitive to spice or ordering for children, be prepared or check with staff when ordering.
Is Ziyka open late for dinner?
Yes. The restaurant operates late into the night until 12:00 AM every day except Tuesday (when it is closed), making it a popular destination for late dinners, late-night feeds, and Ramadan meals.
What is the parking situation like?
While street parking directly on and around Lygon Street can be competitive and require some circling, parking options in the area include both free and paid street parking as well as parking lots.
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