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    Shalimar Curry House

    3.5 (73 reviews)
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    Curry chicken over biryani
    Jordan B.

    Because it's one of the few options at USC for a quick lunch that isn't a chain, I decided to pop in and try their lunch special (the curry chicken over biryani and veggie samosa). The food came in a nice portion and wasn't bad at all for $5.50. The service was also friendly and quick. Shalimar is worth a try if you're down on cash and don't want to eat at Subway, Moe's, or Mcdonalds.

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    Chris L.

    Very friendly and helpful. My only complaint is that the lamb could have been a little spicier but overall flavor was amazing! Give something different a chance and ignore the other 2 restaurant on either side and open your mind to a new flavor, you will not be disappointed!

    Cat T.

    Very homey-feeling place, I liked the decor and staff made it easy for me to pick something. I got the mango lassi which was super yummy and a curry plate. Maybe I had a different curry in my mind because what came out was different than expected but it was still good! Lots of food though, ended up taking half of it home.

    Blaine-Parrish T.

    Generally good food and nice people, but... -dining room is incredibly small. Definitely more of a takeout place. Also, it's reallyyyy hot in there. -portions are small, especially considering price. I always leave mildly unsatisfied -menu and ordering can be confusing. They don't always have all the menu items available. -food takes a while I teetered between 3 and 4 stars because in spite of its flaws, it's nice to have Indian within walking distance of campus. Tldr; it's worth a try at least once. Order to go.

    Scoo C.

    Omar took great care of me. I had the awesome spicy rice, chicken and lamb. The rice has a most wonderful after-taste that is like a happy memory. I could make a meal out of just the rice. The Tandoori Chicken and Lamb were both excellent. I loved it!

    Plain basmati & biryani with lamb in makhni curry on one side and korma on the other. + channa masala, samosa & raita ~$8.50
    Whitney J.

    This place is an innovative idea, but the food is just ok. I ordered a bowl with both rices (one on each side to try) at the suggestion of the guy behind the counter, who was really friendly and helpful. I paid the extra $1 for lamb, and got both korma and makhni (again one on each side) "curries". They're really just thin sauces - the korma is spicier than I'm used to rather than creamy and rather sweet, but the makhni is perfectly spiced and delicious. I also ordered a samosa and raita, and while the samosa was pretty well-spiced, the raita was not good to me and definitely nothing to write home about. I should note, however, that the channa masala was delicious. Overall, I'll come to this place when I have a craving for Indian flavors during lunch because it's cheap and it's fast, but if you're coming for authentic Indian food, look elsewhere.

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    Great little spot awesome food you will miss it if you not looking but worth the search

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    amazing food!!! great customer service!! friendly faces! I recommend this restaurant!!

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    Nice and pleasant atmosphere, the food was like a home cooked meal; would recommend to anyone

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    excellent food, fair service, the restaurant needs renovation & cleaning, not well maintained at all.

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    Great hidden Curry House right next to campus! Chicken and lamb were amazing and prefect portions

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