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    Shah Restaurant

    4.7 (26 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:30 pm

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    Benny W.

    The owner was there taking orders, and he was friendly and helpful. We told him we don't like food coloring, and so he was able to make menu suggestions and accommodated our request. We ordered Samosa Chaat, Garlic Naan, Chicken Biryani, Chicken Kebob, and Chicken Palak. The dishes were made of fresh ingredients and with good recipes. The portion sizes were generous and so it was a good value. The restaurant is casual. We got our own napkins and utensils. There was also a set-up for free chai tea.

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    Ed Y.

    I've been going to the Sunnyvale location for years ever since Shalimar closed down. The owner (the brother of the San Mateo location) told me about the newly opened San Mateo location I decided to give it a try. The location is convenient for those taking Caltrain because it's within walking distance from the Hillsdale Caltrain station. The restaurant is on El Camino next to many small businesses so parking is mostly street parking. It's close to the 25th Ave business/restaurant district so it's got competitions. The location is not large so I think the ideal number of people is a party of 1-6. The ordering is efficient and there is free tea. I'm sure there is free water but the water flasks are not in the frig. Note that this is Northern Indian/Pakistani food so order meat as this is not some southern vegetarian place. When I go by myself I usually order the signature tandoori chicken legs with a butter naan. I believe those are my favorite and the flavors are not what you can get from other Indian restaurants. This location today has too much spice on the chicken but it's still delicious. The legs are tender and extremely juicy unlike most other Indian tandoori chicken places. Order legs if you are a chicken connoisseur. Service is friendly and approachable.

    Tandori Chicken & Naan...

    Fabulous Tandori chicken & roti!!! Been to Packwan & Shalimar and this is tops for me. It's a real treat to have an authentic restaurant like this in San Mateo. Free chai too like old times! Note: Parallel parking on El Camino is limited during lunch, but better in evening.

    Plain Naan

    Excellent place. I go all the way down to Sunnyvale branch from but glad it's closer. This one is all brand new and brighter than the other location.

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    Nick P.

    Would always go to the location in Sunnyvale so happy that they added a location closer to home, real good food.

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    Last night, my sister, daughter and I were looking for a halal place to eat when we coincidentally passed by this place. The service was excellent and staff were super friendly. We ordered a lamb biryani, chicken biryani, chicken masala and naan. Everything was delicious. We had some yummy, complimentary chai as we waited and agreed that the next time we're in the area we would have to go back God willing.

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    So excited that Shah is in San Mateo now! We are big fans of their Sunnyvale branch, especially their perfectly grilled chicken tikka and kababs. We got their tikka, Haleem and biryani today and everything was delicious. This will sure be one of our go-tos now that they're so close to home.

    4. Chicken Tandoori Breast, 30. Basmati Rice, 14. Chicken Tikka, 28. Garlic Naan

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    The flavors were nuanced and delicate. Service was good and food was freshly prepared.

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    Curry Up Now Indian Restaurant and Catering

    Curry Up Now Indian Restaurant and Catering

    3.7
    (1.8k reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    This review has been a long time coming because Curry Up Now was one of those places that became…read morepart of my routine when I lived in San Mateo--and I still think about it. San Mateo, in my opinion, is one of the most perfect places to live when it comes to weather. Always sunny, usually hovering around that sweet spot of 74 or 75 degrees, safe, walkable, and right in between Burlingame and the rest of the Peninsula. Everything felt easy to get to, and downtown San Mateo really came alive over the years. Maybe it grew a little too fast toward the end, but there's no denying they did an incredible job building up that area. Curry Up Now started as a food truck, and I'll admit--I was one of those people chasing food trucks on Twitter back in the day. So when they opened their brick-and-mortar in downtown San Mateo, I was thrilled. They picked the perfect location. You can hop off the Caltrain, grab a bite, meet friends, catch an Uber, or head back to the garage and be on your way. It's lively, walkable, and always has something going on. My go-to was usually the thali plate. I know they have a lot of creative and innovative items on the menu, but I tend to stick with the tried and true. The thali lets you sample a little bit of everything, and it always felt like a solid, satisfying meal. The chutneys alone were worth the visit--tamarind, garlic, and that bright green one with a real kick. I love spicy food, so I never held back. Another bonus at this location was the full bar, which made it a fun place to meet friends and hang out for a bit. The outdoor seating was also a big plus--very much that California lifestyle where you can sit outside almost year-round and just enjoy the day. It's especially great with a group because you can order a bunch of dishes and share. Prices were reasonable, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the whole place had a casual, welcoming energy. Nothing pretentious--just good food, good service, and a steady flow of people coming and going. I moved away in 2023, and this is definitely one of those spots I miss. If you're passing through on Caltrain or spending time in downtown San Mateo, it's absolutely worth stopping by. Curry up, eat well, travel safe--and don't skip the chutneys.

    Confusing menu and ordering . Noticed vindaloo burrito ,but…read morenot on menu. Server had no idea what mint chutney was. Pricing is hard to comprehend. Vindaloo is supposed to be hot and spicy ,there's was meh. Won't be back.

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