Shapla Tandoori Restaurant Reviews

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Caroline Feedman - 20th October 2011

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I have been visiting the Shapla restaurant since it opened. The oldest family-run restaurant in the city. Mr Malik, the restaurant owner, provides an excellent service every time I go with family and friends.

The atmosphere, food and hospitality is five stars plus. I have visited many other Indian restaurants across the city, but Shapla is number one for me and my family and friends.

Marlon Lake - 2nd October 2011

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Went there last night. The food was very good, I just wish this place delivered.

Benjamin - 13th June 2011

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Lovely atmosphere, great lighting and surroundings and gorgeous food.

Loved the service and very authentic styled restaurant.

Highly recommended.

Glen Marshall - 14th May 2011

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Absolutely gobsmacked at some of the reviews on here... we go a couple of times a month, and have never had a bad meal. Food is certainly one of the best in and around Sheffield, and beats the overrated Aagrah easily in my opinion.

Don't let the bad reviews put you off - highly recommended!

Becky - 27th November 2010

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I visited the restaurant yesterday for my mum's 50th birthday, so there were 20 people. The place was unorganised, even though we booked 10 days in advance.

The waiters were extremely rude and sleazy, and the food tasted like cardboard curry.

I do not recommend this restaurant; it is not even worth 1 star.

Kris - 15th September 2010

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Well as always one more Bangladeshi restaurant claiming to be Indian. But still we dared trying and ended up in utter disappointment.

The food was dripping in oil, the tandoori was burnt and the mains were disgusting... all in all total waste. And worst is their service - absolutely arrogant and unfriendly.

Except for good decor this restaurant is definitely a big no-no.

Tabatha - 8th February 2009

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After eating at Shapla we never bother with any of the other Indian restaurants in Sheffield. We used to go to Nirmals or the Himalayan but haven't been back since trying the Shapla.

The food is wonderfully flavourful. The special marsala is a particular favourite and my daughter, who is a tarka dahl expert, tells me it is one of the best. Their home cooked chips are amazing and even though I don't really believe in chips with curry I can't resist them. The staff are wonderfully friendly and I was amazed to read a negative review.

The restaurant has been expanded but they have retained the amazing murals and all the ladies still get given a flower to go home with. They also do a takeaway service and I have driven to town on many occasions for this. Like any restaurant in the city centre it is probably best not to visit late on a Friday or Saturday to see it at its best. We always go early evening and the food and service is second to none.

Mike Egerton - 18th November 2007

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Initially we enjoyed our meal at this restaurant and there was nothing wrong with the food or the service.

However, because the restaurant was busy and there were people waiting to be seated they tried to hurry us out. They asked us if we needed a taxi when we had not even finished our meal! And when we ordered coffees they said they had "run out of coffee"! We had been there for only 45 minutes and not taken too long over our meal.

We felt that this was rude.

John Craven - 8th July 2007

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NOT RECOMMENDED. I visited Shapla with my girlfriend a couple of weeks back. The restaurant seemed quite nice from the outside, however, neither the food nor the service were up to scratch. The tables were too closely packed and we felt like sardines with the diners next to us being able to hear every word of our private conversation!

I always go for the Tandoori in Indian restaurants, as I find it is a good way of checking to see if they have the basics right. Well, the chicken was overcooked and very chewy and the marinade was very salty. When I complained, I got a very annoying waiter who seemed to only repeat the words 'authentic recipe'!

We were not happy with the rest of our meal and would definitely not go to Shapla again. Hope that is useful for all.

Claire - 11th June 2006

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I can honestly say that I have eaten some of the best Indian food at Shapla, the service is impeccable and the food, everything you could expect and more. I visit the restaurant frequently and will continue to do so!

The extensive menu is impressive and should you not find what you are looking for - the chef will be more than happy to make it for you.

The atmosphere is fantastic - the music, lighting and setting all make for the finest dining experience.

Well done to the staff and no doubt I will be seeing them all again in the near future.