Shahbaaz Tandoori Indian Restaurant and Takeaway Aberdeen in Aberdeen City

super fast delivery, food was delicious 😋 👌

Fabulous food, service and atmosphere. Always been a huge fan of this restaurant and no much wonder - it’s the best Indian in Aberdeen. Thank you ☺️

Regular haunt for a group of us. Great food and super service.

Mild curry's too spicy. No mango based curry, seems like one was removed. Not clear enough re use of almonds and nut allergy. Does a peshwari naan contain almond paste, or not?

Excellent food, quick delivery, driver was nice, will say though don’t be brave with the spice, level 3 madras is defeating my partner and he thinks he’s a spice connoisseur. He said it’s absolutely outstanding though. Highly recommend will order again. Maybe at a lower level for this wimp.

absolutely beautiful 😍 came roasting hot. will definitely order from here again.

They have a pretheatre dinner menu before6pm.very cheap food exellent been here a few times.

Ordered a take away on Uber eats during my week's stay in Aberdeen. Food and portion size was very good. On the app I was able to customise food to my taste and it was delivered exactly how I wanted.

My husband and myself had a lovely evening.

Today we had an issue with our order as a main part of the meal was not delivered. mistakes happen.... it's how you deal with them when they do and the restaurant was very apologetic and accommodating. Makes all the difference. Meal delicious

Arrived late, missing items, food was average at best.

it's not often a takeaway is delivered piping hot! thank you! delicious

Excellent food, never been disappointed one of the best in Aberdeen

Decent food. Decor etc a bit tired and could do with a refurbish - Update: Looks much better now after a refurbishment. Food still excellent. Service great. Recommended

Was a little greasy for my liking but the taste was spot on!

First time trying here. Will definitely be ordering again food was lovely

The food was really tasty and the quality was high, no spils in the bag or anything, left me feeling full but craving more, wish there were pictures of all dishes though.

Amazing food, amazing service and staff, and equally brilliant atmosphere.

4 of us visited Shahbaaz recently and we all agreed on this short review. Fabulous variety of food served by helpful friendly staff. Shahbaaz offers a comfortable relaxing venue which made our visit a perfect experience. We have been before and we will definitely be back.

We tried the pre-theatre menu, only £14.95 for three courses. Starters ✨Lip Smacking Samosa Salad ✨Chicken Pakora The samosa salad was even better than anticipated. Crushed crispy, meat filled samoas on a bed of spiced chickpeas with raita and chilli tamarind chutney. This certainly wasn’t your standard salad. I really enjoyed it and would certainly order it again. The portion was very generous 🥗 The Chicken Pakora had a lightly spiced batter, served with salad and yoghurt dip. The chicken itself was tender and was cooked to order. Delicious! Mains ✨North Indian Butter Chicken ✨Chicken Rogan ✨Coconut and Fried Garlic Rice ✨Peshwari Naan I was blown away by the high standard and portion of the main course. The pre-theatre deal is such good value for money. We ordered one rice and one naan to share which was more than enough. The Butter Chicken was exceptionally tasty. A smooth, creamy sauce but with a rich taste. It was made with chicken tikka, an added bonus. I had the Chicken Rogan, a classic North Indian dish bursting with aromatic flavour. The chicken was very tender, cooked in a medium spiced tomato-based sauce. The Peshwari Naan was topped with a drizzle of honey, beautifully paired with the spice of the curry. Dessert ✨Gulab Jamun ✨Mango Kulfi Indian classic sponge cake soaked in sugar, cardamom and rose syrup. A favourite of mine. The pistachio sauce on the plate was a highlight for me. The Mango Kulfi made for the perfect end to the meal. Very light and refreshing.

Ive not been to Aberdeen for a few months but every time i visit, we look forward to a take away from here. I noticed a huge dip in the quality of food at the Shabaaz the last time we got an order but thought it might have been an off night but having retried it at the weekend, we were really disappointed. My vegetable pakora tasted like it had come out of the packet and reheated, the previously fabulous, crispy, garlic naan was doughy with little taste. The chicken dhansak was bland & the chicken looked and tasted like it had come frozen from a packet and my vegetable patia didn't have any of that tangy sweet and sour taste and had frozen veg in it. I get that it's a tough time for the hospitality trade and corners are having to be cut but the quality of the food from this order has put us off ordering from here again

What a mess. We had a reservation at 7 and an email reminder to be on time. We entered the "restaurant"at 18.55 and the table was not ready. mmm. The service is very pushy semi friendly. Poppadom yes please. The mango chutney was a watery substance and the onion/tomato dip tasteless no spice at all. Chicken tandoori came on a plate full with a red sauce that had nothing to do with tandoori and tasted like a wet watery substance with an artificial taste not even remotely tasting the way it should be. After one bit we put our dinner aside and asked the waiter to take it away, with all the above reasons. Nothing was offered just said that this was the original Indian tandoori. I have eaten loads in the past but this does not resemble in Indian restaurant even remotely. The manager wanted us to pay for the full meal, where I said I wanted to pay for the drinks and poppadom only. Finally the waiter came and said that we did not need to pay anything. NEVER EVER AGAIN so bad.

Shahbaaz has been our favourite Indian restaurant for many years. While ownership has changed in the aftermath of the global pandemic, I am very pleased and relieved to report that many established dishes have been retained. At the same time, new dishes have been introduced to the menu, adding to the choice of flavours to sample during our visits.

This is a little gem! Had a lovely meal and great service. We will be back.

Shahbaaz is my favourite restaurant in Aberdeen. The food is absolutely fantastic.

Wonderful service and very tasty food, with a variety of vegan and vegetarian options! Will definitely be going back!

Great food, reasonably priced. The service was friendly, humourous and attentive without being intrusive.

Fantastic meal had by all. Had the Chicken puri starter and Chicken tikka Bhuna. The best indian meal ive had in a long long time. Looking forward to going back very soon

Went to Shahbaaz for a team function and was absolutely delighted with everything. Helpful welcoming staff, great atmosphere and fantastic food. Can’t recommend the chicken tikka bhuna enough! Best Indian I have visited in Aberdeen without a doubt and will absolutely be back soon.

Wow what a meal we have just had, always seen shahbaaz driving past it and never thought to go as we are stuck in our old ways going to the same indian over and over but im glad we decided to bite the bullet and try it, service was exceptional and the food was really fresh and tasty some flavours we hadnt experienced before! Cant wait to come back

I recently dined here at Shabaaz, and it exceeded all expectations! The flavors were authentic and rich, showcasing the true essence of Indian cuisine. The staff was incredibly attentive, providing excellent service. The ambiance was warm and inviting, enhancing the overall dining experience. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone seeking an exceptional taste of India.

First curry ever and won’t be my last (this week) ! Top service and very good for the price. Will be taking the missus there without a doubt. Service was also top tier!!!

Where to start with this fine establishment? Exotic, tasteful and exceptional are just a few words to describe this place of wonder. After going to light of bengal a few weeks prior I was severely let down by staff and food alike. Just as I was about to give up my love of Indian cuisines I thought to myself no! I knew my undying addiction for a taste of a good quality curry held no limits so I took myself just down the road. Me and my girlfriend was kindly greeted with my at the door with the upmost respect by a fine gentlemen I didn’t manage to get the name of but was shortly served for the remained of the night by a kind hearted man named Saiyed. He looked the part and by god he smelt almost as good as the food. The man was an absolute delight! The less said about the food the better as I don’t want to do it any injustices but it was by far and away the best curry I’ve had in my lifetime and I don’t plan on taking my curry loving tastebuds anywhere else anytime. Overall, I highly recommend to all get yourself down and behold the finest curry’s Aberdeen can produce!

First of all, that is one of the best korma's i have ever eaten. Would highly recommend if anyone is looking for a great Indian with excellent service and atmosphere. The beer on draft is exceptional too. Will be going back.

Where on earth do I start? Shahbaaz is my new go to Indian restaurant after a delightful experience. From the minute we entered the door myself and my kids were treated phenomenally right through to the minute we left. The staff were helpful and our waiter Saiyed was extremely helpful and thorough when explaining what dishes he would recommend. The food was delicious and I would highly recommend the Chicken Karahi. A fantastic experience and I cannot wait to return.

From biryanis to butter chicken, each bite is a delight. Cozy ambiance and friendly service complete the experience. A must-visit for curry lovers!

Staff were brilliant from the minute we walked in the door. Very attentive and brilliant with my sister’s allergies. Food was delicious and I will most certainly be back. I highly recommend.

My very first time at the Restaurant and all I can say is the food was delicious, had such a fantastic meal with my friend. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I would most definitely go again.

Ordered takeaway so cannot comment on the atmosphere. I ordered 2 plain Naan breads however only 1 arrived which was a cheese Naan. I phoned the restaurant and was told I’d get a free one next time. The food I did get was great as usual.

I ordered a take away for the family on 31st for Hogmanay, I’m just getting round to writing my review. Its very unusual to have to write this as every time I have dined in at the restaurant I cannot fault it. The korma was terrible, very watery, the Hyderabadi Chicken Tikka Banjara was tasteless (this is a chef specialty) I thought the chicken was from frozen packet. The North Indian Butter Chicken was very tasty and gets a pass mark, nann was hard round the edges. The starters of pakora & bhaji were really nice. I have seen another review similar regards to the korma. It has made me weary of ordering take away as it was pricey to pay for a poor standard. I want to put on record though dining in at this restaurant is excellent.

You can't go wrong dining at Shahbaaz. The food is always perfect and the friendly staff and atmosphere make it our favourite place for either a celebration or a quiet meal. Wonderful, five stars from me*****

Food fantastic, staff friendly and knowledgeable

Everything was perfect. Great place!

Grabbed a take away. The staff were really nice and the online ordering system was good. But this is probably the worst korma I’ve ever had. Rice and naan were alright but I rather pay a little more and go somewhere else

This is a great restaurant with great food, a nice atmosphere and lovely staff. The service was excellent, we weren’t rushed at all and were allowed to enjoy our meal at a relaxed pace. The food was delicious and I would highly recommend it!

From so many Indian restaurants around, Shahbaaz is one of the best in the city. Only quality services as well the food is just amazing. Affordable prices and really nice atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone in love with this food.

A must try! Lamb curry box for the journey home. 😎⛰️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

The food tastes good but the quantity is utterly disappointing. The starters are like 4 tiny pieces in a platter and cost 6-7£. The staff is very rude. They gather and gossip about their customers. I would not recommend this place.

Peshwari Naan was perfect. Starter was delicious, Will be back

I arrived here only 20 minutes before closing and still got really nice service which is one of the most important reasons to give it all stars. Food was delicious..just like home..and ordered just one chapatti but it was so smooth and tender...so I had to order another... taste of everything I ordered was really good and yes the restaurant was also very clean and tidy up...

Ambiente calmo, simpatia do staff, bons preços

Taken here with a friend on a business trip, probably the best Indian food I've actually had in the UK. It was delicious, quick, and brilliant service all through the night. It will be my go to when I am in Aberdeen again. Very good with my nut allergy too, it was not a concern for them at all.

Great meal and service on Saturday 18th March Quality of food was excellent.

Great service and fantastic food as always.

Had a meal here last week. Excellent! The service was very good from start to finish. Starters are just a nice size and the mixed pakora is absolutely delicious. The menu for mains is huge, with something for everyone. I opted for a Dhansak which was just so flavorful. Don't forget the poppadoms and the naan bread! Thoroughly recommended. Went back again a few years later. This place is still just a good. Excellent and thoroughly recommended

Very nice. Can’t fault the food or service. Ordered for a birthday meal. Chicken and lamb dishes were great.

This restaurant has been refurb’d since our previous visit a few years ago and looks very nice. The staff were very pleasant (also an improvement.) They warn you on the menu that all dishes are cooked individually so to expect a delay and we certainly got that; we didn’t order starters and mains took about 45 minutes. However, the food was delicious and it’s from an extensive menu that offers all the favourites plus a great selection of specialities. Good selection for vegetarians too.

My partner and I had a lovely experience. We have frequented the Shahbaaz for years and when we heard it was new owners we were quite sad. The new owners have certainly kept the food & service spot on it was very tasty and service was amazing . Definitely will be back l.

Had a lovely meal on Sunday. The three of us loved the food. Staff are lovely and welcoming. Great restaurant

Outstanding Indian cuisine, and has been for a long time. If you haven’t been before, then it’s a must!

We've had 2 takeaways delivered in the last month and both have been excellent. Arrived on time, and nice and hot. I called the restaurant with some queries about vegan options and they were very helpful and accommodating. All meat eaters, veggies and vegans were well catered for and impressed with the quality and taste. Portions are generous, good value for money, we will be repeat customers for sure!

Having been a regular for many years it is great to see that the new owner has maintained the same Menu, Chefs & quality. Also the Onion Bhajis are now even better.

No complaints at all. Food was excellent and staff were friendly and attentive.

I have been visiting the Shahbaaz for over 30 years now , yes it has moved with the times but the quality and service has remained consistently high , great food and excellent service, i would highly recommend this establishment.

Excellent food and speedy delivery (especially considering it was NYE). Typically I jump between a few different Indian restaurants however I'll likely stick with Shahbaaz now as the last 3 meals have bettered those from the rest.

Great service and fantastic food

We just had dinner at Shanbaaz. The food was very very good, so good, and the service was friendly and warm. A must go place in Aberdeen city .

Have now eaten in twice recently & got a take away at the weekend. Included with our order was poppadoms & onions & mango chutney which was much appreciated. Food has been lovely & staff are very friendly & really make an effort to make you feel welcome in the restaurant. Booked to go back this weekend.

We have used Shahbaaz delivery for years, as it is so good, and often arrives earlier than expected. We usually order Chicken Korma and Murgh Lahore, a spinach side dish, naan breads , and pilau rice. Very generous helpings and we find that two main courses feed three people easily.

Good attentive service and great food.

Only in Aberdeen for 1 night and stumbled across this place, pleased we did the food was excellent, friendly staff so all good, got put in a corner table so only let down.

Ordered a delivery 7/10/22 which arrived late and cold and missing some dips. But the biggest surprise was the BBQ prawns which for £7.75 per portion contained 2 prawns, previously there were 8. Being a customer of the restaurant for 30+ years we were shocked at how much their standards have dropped when it comes to their customers. This is not an isolated experience as I've heard from other customers that they have had the same issues. We love the food from this restaurant, but we won't be ordering again until they address how they treat their customers.

We first visited the Shahbaaz over forty years ago and have visited on numerous occasions since and the standard has never changed - first class. On this occasion the food was superb and the staff were very attentive and couldn't do enough to make our visit pleasurable. We would definitely recommend the Shahbaaz for a great place to eat out.

Excellent food and polite friendly service

We are a family off seven, and we all had a Fantastic time once again at our favourite restaurant, maybe that’s also why we have been going to this restaurant for over 30 years. The meal, Staff and Atmosphere outstanding, the staff couldn’t do enough to help us.

Tasty and delicious food l, nice atmosphere.

Very nice and good quality and good service good taste clean restaurant

Top quality!!! Can’t say anything negative about this place!!!

Great food, prompt delivery - shabaz never fails.

Used to be my fave Indian in Aberdeen, but haven’t been for years. Picked up a takeaway. Was “ok”, but not great, the mains were swimming in ghee. First time I haven’t seen the old owner there, so guessing it may have changed hands?

Have been going to the Shahbaaz for over twenty years. Still the best !

My husband and 2 sons were on a celebratory meal celebrating the future of the publishing of his book. The meal we had was absolutely delicious. The poppodums were light and crispy with yummy spiced onions and mango chutney. We ordered main meals of chicken, lamb and vegetarian which were so tasty and delicious and OMG the peshwari nan bread was awesome. The staff were helpful friendly and very efficient. The owner/manager, an elderly gentleman was full of character and fun. Before we departed we were offered a drink on the house. I would 100% recommend this restaurant which is not only the best in Aberdeen but the best Indian meal I have had.

Always friendly and happy to guide us with the menu. Lovely host.

Very tasty! A bit of a smile doesn't hurt though.

Food was amazing, smart friendly staff, defoe be back.

Best Indian takeaway in Aberdeen. Ordered for the whole family. Ordered a Korma for the children and requested non dairy if possible. Got a call back to say it had dairy in but we ordered anyway as only dish the 2 year old will eat. When we went to pick up they explained they'd be 5 minutes late as they had to run out to the shop to get coconut milk for a non dairy Korma. Excellent customer service. Went out of their way to meet our needs. Food was absolutely delicious as well! The Chicken Chatkharedar was amazing!

Online ordering to pick up/be delivered couldn’t have been easier. Great service and delicious food as always.

Recently visited the Shabaaz and the food was excellent. we then ordered a delivery a couple of weeks later and the food again was excellent!! I love lamb dishes but only when it’s tender and no fat and that’s exactly what you get here … can’t wait to go back!!

Great service, great food! Went for ASW.

Great service and great curries!

The best Indian restaurant in Aberdeen. Proper food and great service

Friendly efficient service from courteous staff last night! Excellent food! Would highly recommend a visit!

The meat was not cooked properly. To make it look authentic, extra food colour was used. Will not go again.

First class service ,food is best in town for an Indian, been going there for 33 years never lets you down.

The best in town!! Been coming here for 3 years now and it never fails to impress. There's always a cheery welcome when you arrive and the staff are so helpful.

Food quality 10/10 and the well qualify and cooperative management personlay recommend

Undoubtedly the best cuisine in the country! Service is supreme and it is always a joy experience. Long standing and family tradition makes this place unique!

If you don't agree that this is the best Indian restaurant in Aberdeen then great, it means that I will always be served quicker when I go. It also means unfortunately you have no idea about what makes the best Indian restaurant, the best Indian restaurant. The staff are always nice and friendly, the service is always first class and the food is by far better than any food available from any Indian restaurant anywhere let alone one in Aberdeen. The acid test in my opinion for any Indian is their Lamb Rogan Josh and the Shahbaaz version is amazing. They have the best huge soft fluffy tasty garlic Naans, and pilau rice is plentiful and tastes great. No need for starters or puds as if you have an average sized stomach that's all you'll need. Keep disagreeing with me if you prefer other restaurants so I can always get a table amd takeaway quickly please please please. We'll done Shahbaaz for always keeping up your very high standards 😊😋👏

First visit in a long time and wasn't disappointed! Staff very friendly and service quick. Staff are happy to help and answer any questions about menu. One of the best chicken Karachi I've ever had, spices were delicious, nann is quite big so one does two. Menu tells you what is gluten free/dietary requirements. Definitely became one of my recommended restaurants to visit in Aberdeen

Delicious curry and great service. Would recommend