First time I have been to Birmingham, and everyone has been hyping this place up for weeks.
They weren't wrong at all.
It's probably the best Indian I have ever been to, from the excellent service to the absolute perfect food, plus you can bring your own alcohol so that saves a few quid.
The ingredients were too drawer and cooked to perfection.
Went for a balti here, walked in early Sunday Eve, with no reservation but they found us a table straight away. The main dishes came out after about 10 mins and they hit the spot, fish karahi, chicken with chana, chicken tikka jalfrezi were all excellent, great caramelised flavours where you can really taste the spices. Naans were also good, peshwari was amazing with honey. Table naans are huge, ideal for a group.
I had balti paneer masala hot with two fresh roti it was banging good old school curry and I enjoyed it make changes from smash burger old school paki balti restaurant on Ladypool road chef who cooked it old school mirpuri guy you can tell by it if you like old school balti this is the places you can't go definitely come back
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So seen a few reviews on YouTube. And I wanted a hood decent Balti fish so went here. I hate driving in this area as it'd always busy but fortunately they open early so we had a mid afternoon lunch / dinner.
I had Chicken and Lamb Balti, my son had tikka masala prawns and mushroom. They were out of normal prawns so added in king prawns.
We decided to go for the table naan and at first sight regretted the decision as we thought how will be both of us finish this.. about an hour later we both had polished our baltis and there was a small amount of naan left. We went for mild as we have an event to go through and didn't want our stomachs to be messed up, however I know I will definitely return and next time will go for the hot (in spice) dish.
There were about 3 tables additional to ours with other ppl on and I know most likely they will get busier later. Due to my own anxiety I do not like to be in busy environments so was glad that it was mellow in there.
I am really picky about my dishes however there was great flavour, both the chicken and lamb were soft and easy to chew. There was flavour. My son enjoyed his prawns and mushroom (both things I hate).
Great service, quick food prep. Tasty food and is reasonable price. Just a little shame about some of the plates corners are broken off. Tea cups too small overall would eat here again.
Absolutely loved this place! I really liked the menus in the tables ... Nice touch and you can have whatever you want as long as it's a balti which I don't mind as I love them! Went for a Chicken Tikka Balti Keema Jalfrezi which is a mouthful but it was gorgeous. Loved the rice and the Pakoras as well. Definitely a 10/10 and I will definitely return next time I'm in the areas 💯
Dr Tariq Ahmad PhD MIET
+4
Been to Birmingham a few times but only ever found a few good places to eat. Happily can now add another one to the list. We ordered chicken kebabs, a chicken karahi masala, with chapattis. The chapattis were hot and crispy, and big, but probably just a little too thick. The kebabs were delicious, hot, and spiced just right. However, the best item was the chicken curry. It can in a wok thing, steaming hot, and flavoured with spices, peppers and onions. Probably one of the best karahis I've ever had. One minor gripe, is that it was probably a tad on the small side - so make sure you order individually! The staff were friendly, perhaps a little disorganised, but friendly, helpful and attentive. The premises were also clean and nice done up. The prices are also more than reasonable. Highly recommended, and I can't wait to go again.
One of the best meals I have ever had- the Balti is outstanding, full of flavour and spicy (the hot really does mean hot!). The portion sizes are big! Waiters attentive and friendly. There is a paid car park in the road opposite the restaurant. Will definitely make the effort to come here whenever I’m in Birmingham hopefully.
Got balti beef and chicken do-piaza, 2 small naan (which were the size of serving platters) and a small rice......it's fricking AMAZING ! Recommend skipping the rice and just scooping delicious mouthfuls straight out of the metal pans. Highly recommend and will come again when we visit next from Melbourne, Australia ❤
If you’re visiting Birmingham from out of town like I am, then you must go to Shababs. This place is insanely good. As soon as you walk in you’re greeted with a smile and the best service; not one of the staff was rude and they were very helpful. Then the food… I had a traditional balti and honestly, it is the best curry I’ve ever had I think. I can’t actually think of a time I’ve ever had one this good honestly. Would give it 10 stars if I could. Seriously good. Oh my days.
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