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Welcome To Shama
At Shama, located in Shipley, we invite you to experience a culinary journey steeped in flavor and warmth. Our story is one of passion for authentic Indian cuisine, where each dish is crafted with care. From our aromatic biryanis—spanning chicken, fish, and vegetable—to our delightful side dishes like mixed vegetable bhaji, we strive to deliver a memorable dining experience. Customers praise our inviting atmosphere, friendly service, and exceptional value, with meal deals that make fine dining accessible. Shama is not just a restaurant; it’s a hidden gem where every meal is a celebration of taste and hospitality. Join us and savor the richness of Indian flavors!
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Shama
Welcome to Shama, a culinary gem located at 2A Commercial St, Shipley BD18 3SR, United Kingdom. This charming restaurant has quickly become a favorite among locals and food enthusiasts alike, providing an exquisite dining experience that merges rich flavors and impeccable service.
At Shama, the menu is a delightful fusion of traditional and contemporary Indian cuisine. Their specialities are a testament to culinary skill and attention to detail:
- Balti Chicken Jalfrezi: Savor the taste of tender chicken cooked with fresh tomatoes, egg, garlic, ginger, and a blend of selected spices. This dish offers an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more, priced at just £10.50.
- Balti Lazat Darr: Delight in spring chicken, meat, and mushrooms simmered with exotic spices for a delicate taste sensation, available for £10.50.
- Balti Chef Special: A hearty mixture of prawn, chicken, and keema, this dish truly showcases the richness of Indian flavors.
Shama also offers fantastic options for fried chicken lovers, including:
- Southern Fried Chicken: Enjoy 2 pieces of perfectly fried chicken with chips for just £5.00.
- Family Packs: Ideal for sharing, their family bucket includes 10 pieces of chicken, chips, salad, and a large bottle of Pepsi for only £16.00.
The salad meals are a fresh addition, featuring options like:
- Raitha Bowl: A refreshing mix of chopped tomatoes, onions, and cucumber in yogurt for £3.50.
- Peri Peri Chicken Salad: Grilled chicken drizzled with spicy peri peri sauce, a lively choice for £6.50.
Customer reviews reflect the quality and warmth of Shama's atmosphere. Patrons like Martino Tilleard praise it as a hidden gem with excellent service and budget-friendly meal deals. Many revisit for the warm welcome and friendly service, elaborated by Andrew Eve, who considers it the best Indian dining experience. Nick Wilson and others echo similar sentiments, frequently highlighting the delicious food and attentive staff.
On my recent visit, I was particularly drawn to the Fish Pakoras and the Chicken Kashmiri. The pakoras were crisp and packed with flavor, while the chicken dish offered a well-balanced heat that ignited my palate. The ambiance was complemented by thoughtful touches—like tea lights to keep the curries warm—adding to a relaxed dining experience.
In a world where dining out can often feel rushed, Shama stands out by creating a welcoming space where you can linger and enjoy each bite. Their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is evident and reflected in their attention to detail. If you find yourself in Shipley, this restaurant deserves a visit.
For inquiries or to make a reservation, feel free to contact Shama at +44 1274 582312.
Come experience the magic of Shama, where every meal is a celebration of flavor and heart!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Hidden little gem! We have been twice and the food / service is excellent we have never had to wait long. Great prices and meal deals on the menu - 3 courses for 15.90 there aren't many places you can eat out for this nowadays. We will definitely be back again for more ”
“ Amazing place! Really clean, really nice food, literally the best Indian we've ever had, such a nice welcome and the owner was very very friendly! ”
“ This a great little restaurant. The food is delicious and the staff are really friendly. Highly recommended. ”
“ First time there, so not sure what to expect. Poppadoms with pickle tray to start, not rushed by waiter, so relaxed eating. 4 Fish pakoras excellent, really tasty, others had seikh kebabs, spicy & flavoursome. Chicken kashmiri for me tasty but a bit too spicy for me. Others had hot chicken dishes all very tasty with plenty of rice, chapatis & large garlic naan. Generous portions, with tea lights to keep curries warm, nice touch. Will go again, I'm sure but will ask for a milder curry next time. ”
“ Just had a meal here it was amazing one of the best Indian meals We’ve had in a long time staff very friendly couldn’t do enough for us but most importantly the food was hot and fresh and tasty definitely would recommend if your in the area and excellent discounts thank for such a lovely experience ... ”
“ Lovely food, early bird menu is a great deal, recommend chicken bhuna ”
“ Called in on the off chance for a meal. We were not local so had no idea about the restaurant. The place was quiet, but we were given a friendly welcome by the waiter and shown to a table. The first thing we realised was that it did not serve alcohol, but that didn’t really matter to us. We ordered a tray of Popadoms and chutney’s, and two curries and rice. The food arrived in good time and was delicious! I ordered the Chicken Tikka Rogan Josh with Pilau rice, this was so tasty and full of spices, not hot and bland like you can sometimes get, the taste was fantastic. My wife ordered the Chicken and Paneer curry, again with pilau rice, and this too was very tasty. Overall this was great meal. ”
“ Surely a good place to take dinner, I really really enjoyed their food. One thing I've to add their service was very good. ”