In a restaurant, no matter how good the service or how clean/ tidy it is or how good the prices…read moreare, if the foods good then you remember it; unless you're a food inspector. Therefore Shirley Spice is possibly one of the best Indian restaurants I've been to in Shirley, and as an Indian I know what good Indian food tastes like. Here, the food tastes more or less like a proper curry. Even though I've got a sweet tooth, spicy food is lovely too. My personal favourites are the Korma or Madras with Pilau rice and Peshwari nan bread. The atmosphere is nice for a casual meal and/or family night out. The restaurant doesn't get too busy either so there's usually enough room. The bar quenches your thirst at a slightly costly price. Experience has taught it's better to go in the evening than for lunch as the youths come here in the day which can be off putting and possibly a little intimidating. You must be wondering about the menu and prices? I'm won't post the whole menu so here's a rough breakdown. The decently proportione dishes are all typical are traditional. Starters and deserts range from three to five pounds, mains cost approximately ten pounds.

Excellent food, well presented. A busy & popular place. Service not 100% but definate revisit for…read morethe food.

This restaurant is managed by the same people behind Shere Khan's at Star City. Though the ambiance…read morehere is more upscale, the food falls short compared to their sister restaurant. The desserts, in particular, are disappointing--my tiramisu lacked depth and had a gross refrigerator taste. The service is average at best. It takes forever for anyone to take your order, and there is zero follow up throughout the meal. If you're looking for great social media pictures, Tipu Sultan fits the bill. However, for truly fresh food with complex flavors, Shere Khan's is where it's at.

Has to be one of the best in Birmingham parking is a little terrible so we had to park down the…read moreroad. Food is good great service.

Nothing special. I prefer Karma a few doors down…read more The food at karma has a more fresh taste to it. I found Darjeeling a little more pricey too. Although pleasant inside, I love the new look karma. The refurb is stunning and I just prefer to eat in there. Both offer discount when you collect your own takeaway.

One of numerous takeaways and curry houses on the Shirley section of the Stratford Road, as the…read moreDarjeeling's name suggests, they serve Indian cuisine. With Karma Restaurant providing its sit down competition, whilst a takeaway rivalry comes in the form of Ashiana, the Darjeeling has its work cut out to establish itself as a cut above the rest. The prices are very similar to its competitors, around £5-£6 on mains, and they offer 10% off takeaways if you collect them yourself, an incentive that I don't believe the other curry houses in the immediate vicinity offer. Having eaten there and at the Karma several times, I find it very difficult to set them apart. In terms of food price and quality, they're virtually identical, although the Darjeeling has a slightly wider range of dishes, so it may come down to personal preference and if they are able to cater to your wants better than the Karma. I personally prefer the Darjeeling for eating in, as although the Karma is slightly more spacious, the Darjeeling has more character, with decorations and a nice fish tank. Overall, I'd recommend heading down yourself, checking out the respective menus, and seeing which establishment you'd prefer to eat in. Both are fine choices.

Great first Indian dining experience in Birmingham's Moseley neighborhood. Very modern and pretty…read moreinterior! We started with the popadoms and Chef's platter for 4 (onion bhajees, samosas, buckrawta parcels and kababs) - so tasty and a good selection to whet your appetite. Then we got the chicken korma, chicken tikka masala, saag paneer, tarka dall and naan bread. Good flavor and not too spicy (at least not those dishes - I have heard that their dishes marked spicy are no joke!). Service was very friendly and attentive. They even called us a cab at the end of our meal! Would recommend it!

After agonising over where we would go for a curry during our brief trip to Birmingham, we…read moreeventually decided on this spot given our location and the recommendation of a friend. Thanks to all the Yelpers who provided recommendations!! The location is good, although I reckon there is a fortune to be made selling car parks in the area - seriously they are rare as rockinghorse droppings. Ambience was nice and the staff very accommodating - we were first sat next to a large very noisy group that made it tough for us as two of three at the table were hard of hearing, however the staff were very happy to shift us and we sat in a nice quiet corner. Wednesday night and they were pretty busy, so suggest booking for weekends. Cobra on tap, good wine list from around the world, and passable cocktails. :-D Poppadums and dips to start while we went through the enormous menu! Chefs Sizzler starter is great - bit of all the Tandoori meats, and we followed with Balti Chicken (of course) and two other curries which I could not name - a lamb and a prawn. All in all the meal was excellent, the naan bread possibly the best I have eaten, the roti thin and crispy, and all the curries well flavoured and spiced. Wish we were in town longer so we could do more of the menu! Recommended.

Great curry house / restaurant inside this old fashioned low timbered building in Knowle. The wonky…read moreness adds to the character of the building too. There is a small reception area where you can take a look at the menu before being shown to your table as well as ordering somepre dinner drinks. The restaurant offers traditional Indian dishes - Bhuna, balties , and masalas with the usual sundries of rice and nann. The service here is top notch with waiters attending to your every need and swiftly clearing the tables. A fantastic cosy restaurant, good quality food and great service. You are also offered a complimentary liqueur after your meal - a nice touch! Can't wait for a revisit!

Probably the best one around in the local area. Great building and good food & service.read more

There's no other place quiet like the Delhi, in Solihull. As an Indian I know what real good Indian…read morefood tastes like and can tell you they have lovely dishes here that will tantalise your taste buds. If you're a meat eater then you'll be glad to know there's a generous amount of meat in every one of their meat dishes. They also have a good selection of vegetarian dishes. I've found the portions just right. So they are not so much that I feel bloated and not so little that I'm still hungry. The food is well priced as most of the dishes cost around £6.00. Whilst customers are waiting to be seated they can watch the television and read the magazines or newspaper. Access to the bar would be nice but this is still a better offer than most Indian restaurants. They also have a take away service and I think the food is also tasty here and good value for money because the portions are decent and it is inexpensive. The staff are friendly and the food is made quickly; I've waited no longer for my food. On a busy night it can be difficult to sit in to eat a take-away but that's only a minor issue that can easily be resolved.

Offering a well-priced, diverse menu and benefitting from a full alcohol license, this trendy…read moreIndian takeaway is a pretty solid place to visit if ever you're in Solihull. Lashings of red and chrome in the waiting area give the place a trendy, casual feel and magazines, newspapers and a television are all available for waiting customers to enjoy. The restaurant area upstairs is a totally different story, giving off a classy and romantic vibe with its lavishly prepared tables and tinted windows. Most dishes are around £6, making the pricing here quite average for the area and everything inside feels modern and clean. On my most recent visit, the staff were very friendly and I was impressed to see that my takeaway food was ready as soon as I arrived, just 15 minutes or so after placing a telephone order. I'd definitely visit again, perhaps to the restaurant area next time!

I don't eat halal food but this has never stopped me from dining at halal restaurants with friends…read morewho do. Generally, most of these restaurants have catered well for vegetarians so I've just opted for that. However, Lahore Karahi disappointed me. It's more of a fast-food diner than restaurant. And that isn't just a reflection of their tacky decor but also the greasy fast food that is ready in minutes. And their menu has little to offer vegetarians other than chips, which are actually thin, greasy fries. Don't expect comfortable seating. The chairs are plastic and tables have seen better days. Although the restaurant seems to be doing well considering its open all hours (or at least whenever I've passed!) and it's usually bustling with diners. However this could be because they're open till late and offer cheap, fast food. I went once but won't be going again.

For great value and fantastic quality Pakistani cuisine, it doesn't get much better than this…read more Located on the border of Moseley and Balsall Heath, Lahore is a spacious, modestly decorated restaurant and takeaway offering a wide range of both meat and vegetarian dishes of varying hotness. The absolute best thing about Lahore is that it offers an 'all you can eat' deal for a little over £7 that incorporates all the main dishes plus sundries and naan bread. Drinks are extra, and I can personally recommend the mango lassi as a perfect palate-cooler after you've enjoyed some of the spicy treats on offer. Strongly recommended, it's definitely worth the trip. The only downside is that it can be a little tricky to find somewhere to park. If you can walk it, do so.

I spent my after-prom party in The Shapla Tandoori when I was 16 years old. They let us drink…read morealcohol because it is legal to serve accompanied with food. We had the night of our lives, the atmosphere was friendly, the décor a little tacky, but with charm and the music was traditional. I came back here this week and apart from a few alterations in décor and menu; little else has changed. The staff are still friendly and helpful, either when dining in or phoning for a take away. The restaurant is quite small but this adds something of a personal touch, it also helps expedite orders because the turnovers are comfortably efficient. The best thing about the Shapla is its food; it is the finest food I have tasted in years and the chef's obviously take pride in what they do. You will be hard pushed to find better Indian/Bengali restaurant in Shirley. I had the Chicken Jalfrezi and the vegetables and meat were fresh and there was plenty of sauce to lap up my naan in. The desert was the sweetest I have ever tasted and I finished every last syrupy spot. The restaurant is perfect for parties, intimate gatherings and special occasions. Make sure you book in advance as the restaurant is not large enough for walk ins. However if there are only a few of you, I'm sure you'll find a table.

Still have bad memories of this place. Ordered a takeaway,…read moreand the quality of the curry was very poor.. It just didn't taste like a curry, it was very mild, massive pieces of onions and peppers maybe to add volume? Not happy with this place.. no curry taste.

Discovered this restaurant through a networking meeting that was held here. Indian food is not my…read morefirst choice for a meal out. It's not that I dislike Indian food, I just tend to have a preference towards Oriental/Mediterranean or more contemporary. However I have found some great Indian restaurants in the past couple of years and this one definitely makes the list (and is vying for the top spot). The restaurant is based in a striking converted church building and is well laid out with smaller private rooms off the main dining area. I'm told it is used as a venue for wedding meals and I could see why it would be a great venue for a wedding banquet. I was very impressed (and felt a little bit spoiled) to have the doorman open the front door on the way in and out and a girl greeting you on the front desk, rather than with some restaurants where you have to wait trying to catch a waiter's eye until someone has spotted you standing there. What a difference great service makes to an evening. Went on a Thursday evening and the main restaurant area was very busy and had a buzzing ambience. Was grateful however for the private area we had for the group as it meant you were able to talk privately but as it was linked to the main restaurant could still hear the buzz in the background. Our host had ordered a set menu. The starter was a plate of different meats and some fish. The meats were flavoursome and juicy and the starter alone was large enough to be a main course for me, in fact I thought it was the main until our host told us otherwise! For the main they brought out various dishes with rice, salad and naan. The sauces were rich and tasty and spiced to perfection. Even the hardened meat eaters complimented the vegetarian options. The only downside for me is that it was not located closer to the city centre. So do I think it is worth the extra effort of travelling a bit further afield to try? Yes, most definitely I do.

I asked for the samosa chaat first and everything else together afterwards, they refused to do that…read morebecause the only choice i had was all starters first or all starters with mains. Like really? That's just pure lazy. They obviously havent heard of the phrase "Customer is boss". Or I probably just made that up.. They don't do red chilli sauce. Just ketchup and mint sauce. That's just silly. Are they trying to come off as too posh? I doubt it (read below). The soft drinks are £1.95 for a glass and the glass isnt even filled up to the top. Maybe 80%, which is not even close to the "Spill over" line. I ordered fries too but when they served them they included a few tomato pieces, lettuce and some soggy coleslaw that looked like it was from Hitler's time. Put me off a little. Ever smelt your socks after a long rainy day? When they served the mains I asked for salad to go with my main curry. They were like "But did you order salad?" In other words i had to pay for it. But hey it's ok to throw in some odd, uninvited salad in the tray of fries though right? The waiters were in a rush for us to finish our starters so they could serve the main. One of them was like "You done with your starters?" I replied with "Not yet". He then says "Ok ill give you a few more minutes". Lol he basically dictated how long I have left. Not even a doctor tells his dying patient that. But it doesnt stop there... When the starters were eventually removed from the table it took another 20 miniutes for the main to arrive. The main was supposed to be medium hot chicken tikka masala. But it was really bland and very yoghurty. Didnt even eat most of it. On the way home my wife joked that she wanted to order a pizza. But i dont think it was a joke. And considering she has a small appetite tells you all you need to know. Will I go again? Only if im physically dragged there. P.S. I still gave a tip of couple of quid. Probably because the coke was nice. And the building too.