Shapla Tandoori in Barnet

My partner and I come here regularly, always have excellent food and even better service at very reasonable prices. Cannot fault.

Been a regular for a number of years and have ordered, perhaps very boringly, the same meal every time. The price has always slightly varied, which has never been a massive issue as the quality was always brilliant. However, delivery drivers always ask whether there’s a tip for them, despite a delivery fee always being included. After a recent order, where the driver quite rudely asked if I wanted change, I noticed that items were missing from my order. After calling the resturant to inform them of this, they called me back and said they weren’t going to come back out and deliver the remainder of my order - despite the fact I’d paid for the food, a delivery fee and tipped the delivery driver. I was then told that they’d give me a bit extra next time, but that they were unable to send me an email, or give me any confirmation that would be the case. I just needed to mention it when I next rang. I asked to be refunded for the items I didn’t receive and was greeted with “for god sake” I won’t be ordering from them again as a result.

Had a lovely birthday treat with the Mister at this restaurant. The service was very efficient and personal and the food was very delicious. I had chicken korma and my partner had the fish curry. Both very tasty. Highly recommend.

Been going to the shapla my whole life (29 years). Always consistent and BEST mint sauce. Staff are lovely too.

Firstly my bottle of coke was flat. When I checked the date on the bottle, it had expired in March 2022. The vegetable balti wasn't very nice at all. Vegetables were over cooked and sauce was bland. Worse of all, they tried to over charge us. They had put on an extra £1 on each main dish and the drinks were £2.90 for a bottle and £2.20 for a glass of small coke. They had written down £6.75. Had to query the bill twice. They were not happy. When they brought the amended bill, they said they had given us a special discount, but the bill was what it was supposed to be. Always check your bill closely, and use a calculator to add it up.

Restaurant had a couple tables in but somehow we were ignored for 25 minutes, didn't get our drinks for an additional 10 minutes. Took food order and that arrived 45 minutes later. Was only a small order. Several people walked in after us and got served and had food way before we got ours. Staff were ignoring us and being really slow. Extremely disappointed

We visited tonight for a meal. Still the best Curry in Barnet. The food and service was excellent as normal. Definitely will be back again.

We visited here on a Thursday evening for dinner and it had a great atmosphere. The food was lovely, particularly the murghee mosala, and the service was very friendly. Wouldn't hesitate to visit again

Visited shapla with friends (a group of 7) from the moment we arrived it felt as if we were putting the staff out by arriving for our pee booked table The waiter who greeted us was very rude and abrupt. After a while we were seated at an un made table with cheap paper table cloth which resembled loo roll we were given 2 menues to look through which we had to share between 7 of us we then waited for over 20 minutes until a drinks order was taken ( which we had to ask them to take several times) We then waited an age for said drinks to arrive in dribs and drabs. We eventually got the waiters attention to get some poppadoms when they brought them to the table we were given 1 small tray of accompaniments no cutlery no napkins and had to keep leaning all over one another the waiter then asked if he could take our menus for another table ( we still hadn't ordered) we tried to get the waiters attention to get food ordered after being in the resturant for over 40 minutes still no one came . We eventually decided to cut our losses and walked out. We went to another curry house in New Barnet ( red onion) where staff were attentive friendly and food was amazing. In short give this tired dump a miss and go else where Shapla you missed an opportunity tonight as we spent over 200 in the other resturant and left a very generous tip. I do have a tip for shapla staff - call it a day and sell up

Ok I have grown up in an Indian household and eaten good Indian food all over the world, I’ve been here for food to sit down and eat, this time take away, this was the worst jalfrazy I’ve ever had!!! Disgusting swimming in oil bad tasting veg , sauce was old, and to top it not offered my change. ????? There is a lot of room for improvement, why do people eat this as the owners would not eat it if they were served it to them at home so shocking Never again £25 for badly made food

Five of us been to Shapla Restaurent last night, they never ask our name & contact number !!! There was no social distancing ! they put 2 gentleman next to us ! They allow group of 8 youngster to dine in together !! and finally at 10 O'clock they allow two man into the restaurant and serve food after 10 !!! We were sitting till 10.15, there were 3 waiter, No one even ask to leave us !! social distancing & curfew both rules has been ignored. Shocking !!!!

I’ve been to the Shapla several times, I think it’s fine as your average Indian on the high street. A couple of my friends rave about it. We visited as part of the “Eat out to help out” but I felt really uncomfortable. Initially certain tables had napkins which appeared to mean “not in use” which put me at ease. During the meal we were taken aback that they put a couple right next to us, less than a metre away. The couple subsequently decided to leave and I politely pointed out to a member of staff that customers should not be sat next to each other. Later on they put a customer next to a family on the other side of the restaurant. It’s up to the customer to weigh it up but in my opinion it’s not an ideal situation during this current time. The food itself is what you’d expect for an Indian restaurant on the High Street. It’s quite tasty but service can be hit and miss.

We eat here several times a year, but today decided to have a takeaway. The food is just as good as it normally is and we had the option to collect and have the food made in 30mins. I collected the food from the door and had a nice chat with the owner, nice to see him and I hope they hold out through the Lockdown. Thanks Shapla see you on the other side.

Was recommended to go here by friends. I’d last visited about 35+ years previous when it was a regular haunt for us post-nightclub. My memories were of a fairly drunk crowd and a scruffy place. But, we went and it was very nice. Old fashioned decor but clean and the staff were helpful. Food was very nice. No complaints. Maybe visiting at 8pm made a difference! Who knows. It was good anyway.

As a foodie reviewer it is very difficult for me to find restaurants that are consistent in both quality service and affordability. I have been coming to Shapla for over 30 years and it is honestly the best Indian restaurant in North London. Saying that I’ve been to probably over 300 Indian restaurants in my time and this is still my favourite for a cosy humble meal. The food is authentic delicious fresh and flavoursome and As a foodie reviewer it is very difficult for me to find restaurants that are consistent in both quality service and affordability. I have been coming to Shapla for over 30 years and it is honestly the best Indian restaurant in North London. Saying that I’ve been to probably over 300 Indian restaurants in my time and this is still my favourite for a cosy humble mail. The food is authentic delicious fresh and flavoursome and it can’t be faulted. Thank you for being the best part of the best part of my years filling it weekly with joy! Katie & Kaan x

Went in last night with my wife, restaurant was really busy but they found us a table. There was a large group in there, and working in this industry I know that that can impact the speed of the kitchen. Orders taken pretty quickly then waited, waited, waited and waited. Eventually a waiter asked if we were having starters to which we replied 'yes', so he changed the cuttlery. Continued to wait, then a waiter bought over a hot plate to put the food on. We questioned if this was for the starters and he promptly took the hot plate away. We waited some more by now this was 50 minutes. Eventually my wife's starter appeared, vegetable somosas, which were stone cold, no sign of my starter so we sent it back and decided enough was enough. One of the waiters tried to persuade us to stay for our main course, but we refused and paid for two drinks. There were a lot of staff front of house, so it wasn't a staffing issue. The large group probably didn't help, but you should be able to cope with large numbers. At no point did anyone say sorry we are really busy tonight, your food may take a while. No communication and total visible chaos, and that was just front of house, god knows what state the kitchen was in. We won't go back

We went here for the first time this week. What a lovely place, friendly helpful staff and the food was gorgeous. Great ambience too. A good menu with something for everyone. Seemed to be quite busy for mid week, which is a good sign. Go here with confidence, you won't be disappointed.

As always the food was excellent and the staff were very friendly. Can't go wrong with this place. The fact it's busy everytime we visit says it all.

This was a take away meal. Stingy portions. Something nasty in the Saag Aloo. Popadoms were not fresh. Definitely wont be ordering from there again.

Pleasant atmosphere, friendly, efficient staff and very tasty food. The decor is traditional of the genre and makes for a very relaxing experience. I prefer a warm temperature when sitting in a restaurant and Shapla is perfect for me.

Ideally situated along the high road, felt very welcomed by the staff. The curries are so tasty and would go back again

We have been going there for few years. At one point we stopped as the food deteriorated, most of the vegetables in the curries were half cooked and raw. When we told the boss - he did not like it, he gets a bit sensitive...Recently we stopped ordering poppadoms as they immediately bring the pots with chutney and charge nearly £3 just for the chutney. Then, when you finished with the poppadoms they take away the chutney - and put it on another table. And so on. What really put us off was that we noticed they do not put fresh chutney but just top up the used one which is disgusting when you know the same chutney has been on another table and perhaps one more...the hygiene and food standards are questionable. The other put off about this place are large groups of men who after being in a pub fancy passing by for a curry and - behave. The noise at times is unbearable. Otherwise staff is kind and the food overall not too expensive (compared to others) and ok.

Amazing curry! The staff could see we were struggling with what to order so offered a recommendation! Boy did he get it right! One of the best curries ive ever had! Highly recommend this place

My boyfriend and I just love this restaurant! Our local go to curry! Food is always delicious! Service is exceptional! Love coming here.

Visited with friends following a night in London

Moved from London 12 years ago and down to visit my friend of 40 years standing. After meeting me at tube station in 30° heat and a quick pint we went here for a curry. To saw the staff were surly was an understatement, food was mediocre and no sauce with the onion bhajis! As well as paying service charge rounded up bill to £45 which was 12.5% tip and still took 10 mins to get the manager to process my card payment saying 'So shall I just put £45 over and over. If I wasn't so polite I wouldn't have left a tip at all. Shocking behaviour.... avoid at all costs.

I use to live very close to this Restaurant. We used it a lot. The food is excellent. The staff are lovely. Any dish is good. Our favourites are anything with chicken tikka in it.

During my recent visit staying with friends nearby we dined at The Shapla. We did not have a booking but we were warmly greeted and seated immediately. Lots of choice on the menu and food and service was very good. We really enjoyed our meal and service.

Odwiedziliśmy restauracje późnym wieczorem, krewetki na przystawkę pysze, butter chicken, tikki masala, naan- rewelacja. Najlepsza indyjska restauracja w jakiej jadłem. Obsługa oraz atmosfera bardzo na plus!

Lowest quality food I have every tasted , very unfriendly staff , even the Pepsi was flat . Tesco produce a curry at £1.99 ..1000 times better . Save your hard earned cash and stay well away from this tired unfriendly rip off .

After 25 years away from London I was hanging for a good London Indian.. Sahpla did not disappoint, meal was great, service quick and they had no problem looking after the kids.. Highly recommend this place 😂

Visited with friends following a night in London

This restaurant has got its act together after a bad spell of not so nice food and hygene problems. It is worth giving it another chance if you were a recent regular who fell away.

I’ve been to this restaurant many, many times over at least 30 years and it has always been excellent. The food is always great and the service is efficient and friendly. The fact that it is still busy and has been run by the same chap after all these years just shows how good it is. I will continue to go back again and again.

This was my first visit & the food was great. Services was excellent & friendly. Decor is ok & we will definitely be back !!!!!

Visited Saturday evening with family for a Curry following a day down london. Great atmosphere very friendly staff and great food. Had Chicken Tika Marsala and Bombay potatoes. Was excellent.

Been coming to the Shapla for almost 20 years and in that time I've never had a bad meal. The food is always excellent and the owner and staff are always very friendly.

Came in for a takeaway to take home. Service was quick and polite but the food was poor, very average...

Shapla ha sido un fijo barnet durante muchos años y ahora todavía tiene personal muy amable y un gran ambiente, pero la calidad de la comida ha ido cuesta abajo y es muy caro para lo que se ha convertido en el restaurante, que es...

Pasamos una tarde muy agradable en Shapla el sábado por la noche. A menudo vienen aquí después de un día o el último día de nuestras vacaciones para la cena. Tienes que reservar si vienes un sábado por la noche, ya que el restaurante estaba...

Comida alful hace varios meses solía ir mucho, pero no vamos a volver. El cordero que era tan duro que incluso dejó algunos (que es un primer para mí) y que no podía ser molestado a preguntar si todo estaba bien. El servicio era tan malo como que no se molestó en tomar su dinero rápidamente preferiría contestar el teléfono a tomar órdenes para llevar me mantuvo esperando 30 minutos a pesar de que repetidamente pidieron pagar

Esta es una buena casa, fiable al curry. Un poco más barato que su competencia justo abajo de la calle y el rumor siempre buena ocupado cada noche.

Probablemente mi 4ª visita aquí. Ten mucho cuidado y revisa tu cuenta que añadir bebidas y los precios que son diferentes de los precios en el menú. Puede que no sea una enorme cantidad y simplemente pedimos disculpas cuando la diferencia es señalado. Por desgracia han perdido 7 personas a medida debido a esto.

2nd time in the Shapla after seeing a band in The Bull Theatre just across the road.and the food was as good as the first time.Reasonably priced.Friendly staff.Will use again if in the area.

Went for a meal with a friend Friday night, we had barely started our main when we were asked if we were ready to go! 2 other employees kept asking were we finished, my friend a polite Londoner tried to complain as did I but just fell on deaf ears. The excuse of it being Friday night and busy wasn't true as they were vacant tables, just not how you treat people, the manager could not have cared less. Never again.

I always come here when going out for an Indian. The food is fantastic, the price is amazing! The service can sometimes be a little slow but if you speak up they always do their best to get to you on a busy night. Highly recommended!

I brought a take away from the Shapla which they duly delivered. The nan was not cooked through I found the food disgusting so I threw it in the bin. They offered to refund me for the bread but my time is worth more than the refund. I remain extremely disappointed and feel I should be able to share what I consider an awful experience and a complete waste of my money. This review is of my take away purchase experience. Oh and the food cost £26

I went to this restaurant & was very disappointed. The food wasn't awful but it was definitely not good either. The service was very slow and although not particularly busy the staff seemed all at sea. We both drank coke on this evening . It came out of a bottle & was flat, and some parts of our food order was forgotten. This really is a very ordinary Curry House and I don't intend to go again.

Ate here last week for the first time. The food was delicious, the service was good and the bill was very reasonable considering we had drinks before and during the meal for four with starters, main courses and coffees! Will definitely be going back soon!

Kind of want the refund but I'll accept the Twenty Six pound I spent is well worth it if you chose to order someplace else.

Always excellent. Been coming here for 30 years and never had a bad meal. Highly recommend for anyone who loves Indian food at fantastic prices.

The food was really good, the service was friendly and the bill was surprisingly pocket friendly. What else could you ask from your high street local restaurant?

Yes, the menus are tatty but don't be put off by this. We ordered various curries and vegetables and all were very tasty and hot which is the way we like our Asian food. The nans and chapatis were also good which for me is always a good sign. Friendly efficient service. Only downside for me was lack of Indian lager on draught but I made do with bottled and the food more than compensated for this minor negative. Reasonable pricing.

We have always enjoyed coming here and did so again on this occasion. We had a variety of dishes which were all good. Ahmed the owner arrived part way through dinner and said hello. I look forward to our next trip.

My friends and I have been going to this restaurant for 20 years, (sit in and takeaway ) and after our last experience we won't be going back EVER!!! Its nothing to do with the food and I won't go into details but a situation arose at a table next to us and the well spoken waiter was extremely rude, arrogant and quite frankly made us feel completely worthless. He couldn't even apologise to us properly and made no effort despite the owners efforts to sort the situation out. We are all sad that we won't be going back after such a long time customers.

The food is better sometimes than others, for example, last time it was just excellent. The service is friendly and not at all slow.Seems to be our favourite in Barnet. And there are some good ones around. It's certain I'll eat here again. And, again.

Midweek the restaurant was deserted, we were the only table in there but they did appear to be taking a lot of takeaway orders on the phone.Starter portions are very small and none of the side dishes tasted fresh (rice was dry; naan could have been from a supermarket and heated up). The mains weren't terrible but I was hoping for more heat in some of the hotter curries. The curry sauces were either quite gloopy or very oily but overall they didn't taste bad.It was ok, not horrendous, but wouldn't rush back.

Have given 2 stars instead of 1 because my son really enjoyed his chicken jalfrezi. But my husband and I are both vegetarians and the food we had was utterly tasteless and a waste of money. Not surprised the place was empty. This place used to be so good. Shan't go back for a long time.

Booked for a Saturday evening and was amazed that the place was virtually empty,but then it was a baking hot evening outside which obviously had something to do with it.The,service was friendly and helpful.My king prawn curry was cooked OK but was quite greasy which I found slightly unpleasant.However the waiter did bring me some nice green chillies to jazz it up a bit.The bill including beers,wine by the glass,papadoms,pickles,2 curries rice and bread was just under £50 which seemed fairly reasonable.If you need an ale stop before or after The Old Mitre which is a fine old coaching pub is directly opposite as is the bus stop.All very convenient.

Came here with friends for dinner. I had a vegetable thali with extra tarka dall, my friends had meat dishes. They were helpful in providing a lot of onion salad (my favourite) but it had no fresh coriander in it and was very harsh - they were quite sharp onions! The poppadums were crisp and fresh and the beer (bottled, not draft) was OK. The best thing I ordered was the tarka dall - very flavoursome - but the other thali components (sag paneer, two vegetable curries, a 'raita' that was just yoghurt) were undistinguished. Apparently the meat curries were a bit underspiced. Service was efficient and prompt and the ambiance was really nice; if this was my local I would go back, but I wouldn't travel far for it.

Several very satisfactory Saturdays have featured The Mitre (cracking Pub just cross the road) and the ever reliable Shapla.Excellent and wide-ranging menu, great tastes, prices from a mid 80's timewarp and staff with great attention AND a good sense of humour.What's not to like?

I went to Shapla as I had heard about it from a few friends. It certainly lived up to expectations. I have eaten at many Indian restaurants in London, including Michelin starred ones and I can say Shapla is right up there with the best of them. The food is more than reasonably priced and it is deliciously exquisite.The service i received was excellent. The waiters were very polite and always pro active. I really love that. I will definitely be visiting again. I would recommend booking a table in advance as when I turned up the restaurant was full. I had to wait fifteen Minutes. Excellent service, followed up with delicious food. A great combination. My favourite local from now on.

Had a really good time at this place! Took the family and felt the service was great and the food was even better. Would highly recommend to anyone. We will be looking to get our weekly takeaway from here too from now on as the prices are great.

Im fairly new to the wonders of indian food, but the old man likes it. Popped in. Ordered a lamb jalfrezi which resulted in a chicken and lamb jalfrezi. It was nice so didnt complain. Other halfs meal was a chicken tikka bhuna - quite pleasant. The staff were polite and quick. Cant fault it other than awful laminated tatty menus.

Visited on Saturday night just gone and thought it was a thoroughly decent meal.I had the Chicken Korai with rice, garlic nan and some poppadum's. The Korai was full of flavour and taste. We where pressed for time somewhat so it was definitely a flying visit. It was value for money certainly comparable in cost to Indian restaurant in my hometown of Liverpool.Service was excellent.

We have been in Shapla twice.First time the food and service were great,so we were looking forward to eat there again.Second time was disappointment.Food was tasteless and service was even worse.Waiter was rude and disinterested and seem like he got offended because we didn't give him a tip( tip for what?) .

Felt very rushed, they were asking to take plates before we finished Very cheap though but the cost isn't out issue its how we feel and it didn't feel great

This was the first time I'd been to Shapla and I'd certainly go again. I went there with a party of 8 other friends and we were well looked after by the waiters. The Menu was nothing out of the ordinary- your typical Indian restaurant, but the service and quality of food was excellent. We all ordered different dishes and having tasted most of them I can vouch for them being delicious. Service was good too - didn't overly hassle us. Overall price was pretty reasonable - came to about £25 per head for starters + main course including a couple of drinks each. I'll definitely be going back!

As a group of friends, we had an evening meal at the Shapla just before Christmas. The restaurant was about 60% full.The food was extremely tasty and reasonably priced. The atmosphere in the restaurant made for a very pleasant evening.There was one "however". Although service to the table was good time-wise, the attitude of some of the waiters was in need of considerable improvement - they just didn't seem to want to be there and some of the food was just "dumped" on the table with little regard for who actually ordered it. That did not impress a number of us.Will we return - yes, because the food and evening was excellent and maybe the poor quality staff will have moved on by then.

Had a table booked for 9 last night but arrived an hour early as the film we watched finished earlier at the cinema. This wasn't a problem for them even though the place was packed. We had the meat and veg mixed starter which was promptly served, the lamb tikka, chicken dopiaza, keema naan and keema pilou rice which were all nicely spiced and lots of meaty chunks in. All that and 2 beers come to £36 which is very good value for money. Deffo head back!

As a local it was my first visit here I must say I wasn't disappointed. Excellent mixed grill, good chicken jalfrezi and a very good lamb bhuna. Service and welcome warm and efficient and it was very busy on a Tuesday night which isn't easy for Barnet plus very reasonablePrices. We will be back. :)

Have been here many times over the years, very local to me. Always excellent service, clean & very good value for money, I always have the Chicken a Tikka Balta, house white very nice too. Gets busy on s Saturday evening.

Only ever get take away from here if I am not dining in there. They are so adaptable, accommodating and friendly. Spotlessly clean and delicious food

Had takeaway from here. Very quick and friendly service. Had the madras and patia which were both delicious although would have expected a touch more spice.Will be ordering again though!

Since first eating at Shapla early last year, it has become a go-to for my friends and I to have a catch up and enjoy some good food. We always get exactly the same thing everytime and we're never disappointed. The portion sizes are spot on even though I can never entirely finish my meal. Service is good and you don't have to wait very long for your food to be prepared. Good food, great company, couldn't ask for anything more.

I have given this restaurant an average rating..that`s not because the food is not up to scratch ..it is ! There`s a whole bunch of high street tandoori restaurants around that serve it`s food to cater for western taste, that`s to say you don`t really get the true taste of India... and this is one...the atmosphere is good and the staff and service are top class..but there`s a big difference in what I`ll call the real McCoy.....a good guide is to see how many Indian people are actually eating inside....{check out the Maurya in Stanmore) and you`ll see what I mean.....

The Shapla has been in Barnet High Street for as long as I can remember. I think my earliest memory of it would be from the very early eighties when I was only about seven or eight.The fact that it has survived for as many years as it has surely means they are doing something right. I am something of a regular here and have nothing but praise for the place. I have yet to have a poor curry here, but my own personal recommendations are the lamb bhuna, lamb vindaloo, chicken jalfrezi, chicken dhansak and the Shapla tandoori mossala.Great friendly service only adds to the overall experience.

Sapla has been in Barnet for more years than I care to remember, and whilst its not a location I visit often, I was recently visiting friends locally and we decided to order a takeaway.Unlike so many take away meals that aren;t that great the food at Shapla was really good, tasty, and good value.The staff are also really friendly (and funny).

In an ideal spot - opposite the best Pub in Barnet (The Mitre) - this is a cracking venue for lovers of Indian Food.We use it regularly and the quality, and attentiveness of service is consistently first rate. What sets it apart from the usual formulaic Curry House is twofold; the menu is long and varied and the pricing structure seems to have been carried over from the seventies such is the value for money. Long may it continue and well done to the owner and staff.

We must visit shapla at least 3/4 times a year, and have done for the past 4 years. We keep coming back due to the hugely diverse and tasty menu and the welcoming and pleasant service. Great place, would highly recommend!

Bang on, great food and great price great atmosphere love the fish in the fish tank always ask for the table next to it !

Had family round Sunday evening and ordered a take-away to be delivered. The delivery service was good, the food was just as good as if in the restaurant with good portions. Will use this service again when unable to get to the restaurant.

Ate here with friends on Saturday evening. It is good quality Indian food cooked well. The proton sizes are not too big and there is not too much oil used. Generous supply of chutney with the popadums.

I enjoy going to Shaplas. The food is of a good standard, however when I have been there I get the impression that the waiters are rushing us along. I have also been there and the service has been slow where other members of our table have had to ask several times for items which have not arrived. I have yet to encounter a happy medium. I have been in a large group and also in a small group. I tend to go on a Friday/ Saturday night, granted these are busy times, so it could be different on other days. The tables are incredibly close together so it does feel quite crampedAs I said above the food is of a good standard. If you order your starters and main courses at the same time please be aware that the waiter could be putting the curries on the table before you have even finished your starters or the tables cleared making a small table feel quite claustrophobic. The menu has a variety of dishes, but some of the curries could do with being spicier. The waiters are happy to make changes to the level of spice in a dish which is a plus. All in all its somewhere I would only go out of convenience rather than a desire to eat at the restaurant.

I eat from Shapla often. They never disappointed me. The restaurant is always busy as extremely popular around Barnet, and you know why from the first second you enter at the restaurant. From the charming smile of the host behind the bar, the wonderful team of waiters & the stunning food that you order coming from the kitchen where I could say the head chef there could give a lesson to some around here. I had take away delivery sometimes. the delivery is always efficient and not late. I would highly recommend you Shapla for any occasion.

Arrogant staff, slow service and terrible food. Don't know why this place is so popular. Much better Indian restaurants close by. Would not go back.

We went here on Saturday night (14.3.15). The restaurant was busy, but they found us a table. The tables on the left hand side of the restaurant are unbelieveably crowded and squashed together, with literally a few inches between them so it is hard to get in and out. This is not conducive to a nice meal out and I would recommend that if you go here you ask to sit down the right hand side where tables are spaced out due to the walls.The menu had a reasonable variety and was well priced. The food that we chose was ok, not really hot enough on arrival and service was very slow, which seemed to be due to the staff dealing with lots of take away and delivery orders. They should have had separate staff managing these. We probably won't return.

Went to the good old Shapla tonight - it's been in Barnet for at least as long as we have - 30 years and it's a family concern. The meal was excellent and the staff were friendly and efficient. What more can I say. For some reason it was empty. Maybe people were saving their evening out for Mothers Day in a few days' time.

Went here with a large group of friends. We ordered lots of different starters and mains to share and enjoyed the food. Especially as we had several vegetarians in our group- everyone found food they loved!Service was a little bit slow- maybe because we were a group of 10.Would still recommend and go back if in the area.

I've been using this place for more years than I care to remember, and it's ALWAYS been great !!I've tried others in the area, like you do, but always end up coming back to my favourite, SHAPLA.The food is great and consistent, the service is really good, and the "boss" is a true master of his trade ! I don't remember ever having been there and not seeing him running things, very dedicated and professional, and a nice man too !If you love a good "ruby" you'll love this place as much as I do !

Wherever I move to I try all the curry restaurants in the area harrow,willesden all good. Shapla is a top restaurant and the best in barnet ,Great delivery service always very quick even on Saturday . All dishes have real flavour and recommend the bhuna great tender lamb and dishes differently spiced and all round excellent .Good value but always a consistent quality .

Have been to shapla many times over the years and have always found it to be a decent local curry house. Went last week in a group of 8 and had a table booked for 2030. The restaurant phoned at 2000 and asked if we could do 2100 instead, which we agreed to. We got there at 2100 and no table (it was busy, but I'd made a booking and they'd confirmed it when they phoned me). At 2115 we were still standing waiting with no sign of a table so gave up and went somewhere else.

Have been a long time ago, and remember it to be a lot better with regards to taste! Very busy but was a Saturday Night, so to be expected but the wait for the food was forever! Great service though and very attentive staff, good atmosphere but when the food did eventually arrive, the rice was dry, and the food had a real lack of taste and seasoning, something I have never experience in an Indian Restaurant! Bland sums it up, would not recommend or go back, however it was cheap, just as well, as may not have offered a Dime!

Good service but for me everything is about food! I had a pleasant meal but it is an ordinary curry house! Good enough for a take away on a sunday night but nothing amazing! I've had better! The starters were decent but the rice was a little bit dry and the curry I had was just OK...

This place gets very busy on a Friday evening. The menu is one of the cheapest Indian restaurants around and the food is reasonable. House wine by the carafe is reasonable value too and the service is friendly and efficient.

shapla is the best curry house in Barnet, good food good service and reasonably priced. The also do a take away and delivery service. We are not very adventurous when it comes to Indian food, we really enjoyed our meal, staff are very friendly and attentive without being in your face.

Am sat in the Shapla restaurant as I write & have been told I can't have a sweet lassi drink as the kitchen is too busy, despite being half empty. There is also a couple behind me who have complained that the service is bad tonight. I usually enjoy coming here but after tonight's experience I will certainly think again!

Enjoyed very much all staff were very polite hospitable. Great taste whilst being cooked nicely without swimming in oil.,,The restaurant itself is very classical whilst being a good place to sit in with attractive features. Would go back

We have had some very good meals here then some poor ones, the staff are polite and service is efficient but unfortunately not always consistent, on a Friday and Saturday night you do need to book. If you order the same dish it can taste quite different depending on which night you go saying this it is my preferred curry house in Barnet.

This curry house is absolutely fantastic. The taste and portions of the food were excellent and I can't wait to make this a regular place to take my family to. Highly recommended.