Aarzu Modern Indian Bistro Restaurant

Freehold, NJ · Indian restaurant

Rating
4.5/5
★★★★★ 4.5
Reviews
20
Rank in Freehold
#40
of 170 restaurants
City Percentile
63%
rating percentile
Address
Aarzu Modern Indian Bistro Restaurant, 30 E Main St, Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone
(732) 333-0933
Website
www.aarzu.com
Status
Closed · Opens 12 PM Sat

Aarzu Modern Indian Bistro Restaurant is a restaurant located in Freehold, NJ. It is one of 170 restaurants listed in Freehold. Its 4.5-star rating is above the Freehold city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Aarzu Modern Indian Bistro Restaurant

Aarzu Modern Indian Bistro is a premier Indian restaurant in Freehold NJ, known for authentic flavors, modern presentation, and warm hospitality. Consistently rated as one of the best Indian restaurants, Aarzu is a top destination for Indian food in... More

Hours

Friday12 PM–2 PM, 4 PM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★☆☆☆ 2.0 Vamsi Avinash Gunji · Feb 2026

Ambience is excellent and the service is truly top-notch — the staff is attentive and the overall experience feels premium from the moment you walk in. That said, it’s quite pricey for what you get. The appetizers were decent but the portion sizes were small, and none of the main courses really stood out in terms of taste. The presentation, however, is impressive — dishes look beautiful and well-crafted. This feels more like a place suited for an American or mixed crowd. The food leans heavily toward Indian-American fusion and is very mild. If you’re expecting bold, authentic Indian flavors, you may be disappointed — most dishes lacked depth and spice. There’s a lot of potential here, especially with the ambience and service already nailed. With stronger flavors and better balance in th

★★★★★ 5.0 Maria Sciaulino · Jan 2026

An absolutely amazing event at this phenomenal restaurant! The chef and servers were off the charts, with incredible service and stories from the history of where this all began. I loved every dish which was created and explained in detail to us all, and I even ordered to go food as well! Absolutely a new favorite and will surely return soon! Thank you for a great evening and private dining experience in that back room with the Shore Gals! AMAZING ❤️

★★★★★ 5.0 Patty Camme · Jan 2026

An unforgettable dining experience at Aarzu Last night we had the absolute pleasure of dining at Aarzu Restaurant, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. This was our very first dinner as the Shore Gals Culture Club, and 18 of us braved the elements to gather around a table filled with phenomenal flavors, warmth, and hospitality. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely welcomed. The food was absolutely amazing—each dish rich, layered, and beautifully prepared. What truly set the evening apart was the chef taking the time to share the history behind each dish, weaving together stories from his childhood and the deep cultural roots of Indian cuisine. It turned dinner into an experience—educational, heartfelt, and deeply meaningful. Aarzu is more than a restaurant;

★★★★★ 5.0 Jonathan Grubb · Jan 2026

We ordered the Eggplant Chaat (Pomegranate, date chutney, candied ginger), Mangalorean Chicken (South Indian homestyle chicken curry), Eggplant Mirch Salan (Roasted eggplant, long hot pepper, peanuts, sesame), as well as Black Sesame Kheer (Rice pudding, coconut, matcha ice cream) and Angoori Gulab Jamoon (Sweet milk dumplings, saffron rabri). Great service and atmosphere in addition to excellent dishes all around. Highly recommend especially for the cost. We will be coming back to try more of the menu.

★★★★★ 5.0 Sanetra Ferreira · Feb 2026

The food here is so flavorful! We honestly liked everything we tried — each dish was delicious and well-prepared. Definitely coming back again soon. Highly recommend!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Indian restaurantBanquet hallCatering food and drink supplierCatererDelivery serviceEvent venueFine dining restaurantTakeout RestaurantSmall plates restaurant

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