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The Shalimar

Midland Road, Derby DE1 2SN, England
01332 366745
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Ranked #25 of 284 restaurants in Derby
Price range: €19 - €24
Cuisines: Indian
Dining options: Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
Restaurant details
Dining options: Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
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82% Recommend
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Hull
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

8 of us ate here on a Saturday night. Was busy, which is always a good sign. The Food was excellent, but service was a little slow. There was a bit of a wait between all the group getting their meals for each course. Also a little slow getting the bill at the end, had to ask a couple of... More

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Derby, United Kingdom
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Me & my husband decided to try the Shalimar out as we hadn't been for about 15 years and it didn't disapoint! The service was exceptional and the food was divine the starters were amazing and the main course was just as good. The surroundings were clean, comfortable and relaxing we will definatly be returning here very soon!

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Derby, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Below average staff, food and hospitality. Didn't feel any effort from staff members, and the food was not quite right.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013 via mobile

Although I cant comment on the restaurant inside the food is beautiful! Had a takeaway from here just the other night. Could not fault it at all, for 6 of us costing around £70 starters popa doms and pickles, 6 mains rices and naans plus they even threw in a bottle of red! Definately going to try booking a table... More

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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013 via mobile

I ate here with my husband on a busy Saturday evening. Staff couldn't be more attentive to us. Food was superb and very tasty. We would definitely recommend

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Derby, England, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013 via mobile

I have eaten 'in' a few times in the past and have had many take aways when I worked nearby many yrs ago. I have had a take away a couple of times in the last couple of months and was impressed by the food. Good flavours, good mix of veggie and meat dishes. On the back of this good... More

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Plymouth
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

I do visit other restaurants (even Indian ones) in the Derby area however the Shalimar remains NUMBER ONE for me, its almost like going home! Please keep up the good work and I'll see you soon!!!

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Derby, United Kingdom
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013 via mobile

Indian restaurant we have been to in Derbyshire. Right from the start this was such a great experience. The welcome is sincere followed up with a subtly efficient service. Quality of food is just great; we opted for the £25 a head banquet option. The starter is varied and amazingly tasty. Main course of lamb rogan josh was the best... More

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Derby
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2013 via mobile

Went to the Shalimar on valentines nite and wasn't disappointed. Although quite busy the food was superb. Excellent choice and plenty of it. Service was excellent and you felt you were a valued customer. All in all an excellent nite out and would recommend the Shalimar to anyone who enjoys good Indian food.

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
127 helpful votes 127 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2013

Went for a meal on a cold miserable Monday night in February - the food was brilliant, the portions huge, the staff cheery and friendly - all in all it was a lovely experience for dinner. I'd thoroughly recommend it to anyone

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