Shalimar Restaurant

“The recommendations we had from our waiter were delicious.”

James Ferguson★★★★★

Our second time here (as a pre-theatre dine) and as per the first time the Shalimar did not disappoint. The staff understood our time constraints, were friendly and attentive without rushing us, guiding us through the menu as necessary. My wife chose a vegetable karahi and I the haleem, with basic side orders of rice and roti. Our food was exemplary! The karahi was pretty much the best we've ever had, a great mix of fresh vegetables and the base sauce was perfectly seasoned. My haleem... perfection! A broth of lentils and lamb with, again, perfect seasoning. Such a wonderful tasty dish. Normal

Vince★★★★★

Excellent, don't miss this superb, authentic Punjabi food. Friendly and attentive staff and there was a great atmosphere. Started well with draft Cobra and Peacock cider. I asked if there was a chief's speciality and the friendly and informative owner Jamil directed me to the katwa, made with shin of beef. It was brilliant, with well balanced spices, reasonable heat and the meat was so tender (no gristle or fat). It came in a light and tasty broth and was finished with fresh coriander. I had a plain naan with it and i was stuffed. The dish stayed really hot to the last mouthful. The beef shi

Simon★★★★

This restaurant gets very busy, I would advise booking to get in at weekends. The food was good, spicy hot, but possibly missing a bit a depth of flavour. The staff were friendly but as it was very busy it was quite loud in the restaurant.

Paul Davies★★★★★

Probably the best Indian restaurant I've ever visited - and that's quite a lot! Ten of us booked for dinner at the Shalimar, as we do whenever we have a conference in Harrogate. The food is all superb - none of your three-pot method here. Each dish is distinctive and delicious. The manager was very helpful and cheerful, offering two "tonight's specials" and off-menu advice as well. The waitress was equally obliging. We'll be back