Shinwari Dera in Birmingham

We’ve been coming to these guys for years and their enticing taste buds and great customer service has never let us down. I personally love the chappal kababs and Karahi. It’s so flavoursome and full of culture. The atmosphere is family friendly and is open for everyone.

Great food, freshly cooked - lovely Aromatic flavours - the large naan is great too. Great efficient service Would recommend

Bacha Khan was amazing and friendly and his colleague Min Bista was very awesome. Food is delicious and value for money. Please visit if you can.

Lovely service and delicious food! Would recommend :)

Lovely food. Amazing atmosphere. Dera maza e okra!

Very spicy, overcooked, burned and dry food, The kids and Mrs didn't eat it , I had to eat it; its not Afghan or Pashtun style instead Punhsbi style , not recommended , sitting place is nice and clean

One of the best restaurants in Birmingham for Peshawari / Shinwari / Afghan cuisine. Family platters are amazing. Good portion size and delicious taste. Staff are courteous and friendly.

Lamb shoulder with rice is the best in menu. You need to order it 2 hours before going to restaurant.

Food was good specially butter chicken Karahi. Service was good

Last night had dinner at shinwaari tikka I eaten many lamb charsi karahi everywhere in uk but the charsi karahi by dera shinwari is on the top among us of all no meat smell what a taste same like in Peshawar Pakistan their naan very very soft and the rice was mouth watering Chapli kebab had unique taste chaye is really good staff is very kind nd supportive and owner shakeel shb very humble and good personality if your are coming from other cities to Birmingham and Desi food lover must must try that. I bet you love that.

Good food and service overall. Decent prices would go again and recommend.

Great food and service. Authetic taste

Tasty food. First time for me and I must recommend.

The best food we had from the chapli kebab too the sizzling platter. The staff are so welcoming they go above and beyond to satisfy your needs. All I can say is if you haven’t tried it you’re missing out.

Excellent authentic Shinwari, Chappal Kebab and nicely done Namkeen Tikka. Thank you for your great hospitality.

Came with family what an amazing restaurant with great fresh food. Thank you for the great service to the staff

Unprofessional staff. Arrogant attitude with customers.

I took 2 families with me (about 12 people), we had ordered everything from chops to rice to sheesh kebabs to everything Including the curries too.... The food was extremely outstanding and fresh and the taste was amazing too... Servicemen were extremely polite and friendly... Most definitely recommend this place to eat at... I will be definitely returning again!!!! Thank you

Have always loved this place.. the masala lamb chops are amazing so juicy, tender and tasty.. their tarka daal also another favourite you have to try this place.. thanks for the amazing service too.

This is the place to go to if you want authentic delicious tasting food, service is always brilliant and a huge thank-you to the owner for always accommodating me and my family, appreciate the complimentary Mango Lassi which was also yummy 🙏🏽

Fantastic service and delicious food. Definitely worth the visit. Can't wait to go again.

Gorgeous, homely comfort food. Service fast & friendly. Prices are superb with no compromise with quality of food. Highly recommended.

Been here several times with family the staff are ever so welcoming and the food is amazing mashallah ! Best kabuli pilau authentic and lovely green tea . May there be more barkah in your business thankyou 🙏

Brother Shakeel served me and my wife amazing and respectable service. The price was good the food was amazing especially the grilled lamb and chops. Highly recommend you try this place.

Wallahi it is one of the best restaurants ever

We just came for a quick bite to Shinwari Dera, it's our first time trying this restaurant. The sheekh kebab and the masala fish were outstanding. The service was very good, the restaurant is clean and the food was very fresh. Will definitely be coming back!

Excellent, freshly prepared food. Really tasty! We enjoyed our meal. They have cubicles with curtains for privacy.

The food was amazing! Especially the chappali kebabs best I've had.

Lovely family friendly place to eat, accommodating family booths. The food was fresh and delicious specially the Chappal Kabab and the service made you feel at home.

Meat was not fresh and overall very average tasting karahi, more of lahore taste than the food from frontier area

Ideal for an office dinner or lunch. I was here recently with a group of 8 friends. Seating was adequate and the place looked busy. Customer service was satisfactory. Quality of the food was excellent and prompt.

The food was so good, it tasted just like authentic Afghan food. The portions were generous and the green tea was amazing. I also loved the Pashto music playing in the background.

Delicious food and amazing service 😋

ordered kabuli pilau and chappal kabab, kabuli pilau was very tasty flavourful and fresh, will be ordering it again, the chappal kabab was very nice also. did not disappoint. shakeel was a great host too.

Excelente calidad, servicio, ambiente. Tenía algunas expectativas altas y no fue decepcionado, la comida era muy sabrosa y el servicio era amable y muy eficiente.

Great food, authentic Afghani/Pashawari food. Service was also very good.

Too good. Amazing food.Loved it.👌🏻

Absolutely amazing food, can't fault it in any way.

This place is beyond incredible! From the second you step inside, you're greeted by a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that instantly feels like home. The food? Absolutely out of this world—each dish is a masterpiece, bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors that leave you craving more with every bite. But what truly sets this place apart is the hospitality. The staff treats you like family, with such genuine care and warmth that it transforms your entire dining experience. If you're looking for a place that does it all—amazing food, unbeatable ambiance, and service that goes above and beyond—you absolutely *must* come here! Trust me, once you do, you'll be planning your next visit before you even leave.

Terrible experience. The guy who served was a nice person but the food was terrible.

Really lovely food, nice flavours, meat soft and we'll cooked - only thing I would improve is to check meat for small and sharp pieces of bones and I don't mean the one is attached to the meat but those that should have been removed when cut and cleaned. Very friendly and attentive staff, Nice atmosphere, clean place, fast service, Price is on higher side, Unfortunately cash only Can definitely recommend Charsi karahi 👌

It was a pleasure dining at Shinwari Dera; we had the Shinwari Chicken Karahi and the Kabuli Polau. The food tasted really good and was well-presented, the staff friendly and attentive and the overall ambience was clean and suited for families. It could be tricky finding a parking space on busy evenings. I would definitely visit again.

Best food and excellent service. We ordered Shinwari chersi tikka,chops,chersi chicken, and daal. Will recommend it and go again.

Great food and service. Delicious food

El servicio era excelente y la comida era excelente, recién cocinada y extremadamente sabrosa. Todo a un precio razonable

We eat out every weekend and it’s been a very long time since I’ve honestly been so impressed with the food. Staff courteous & owner personally attended to everyone. Well done everyone. Hope to make this our regular!

I went here with a large family, good seating and clean. The food was really well cooked. The large mix grill and the menu in general is a little over priced considering the portions. The lamp chops were cooked to perfection and the tikka was not dry as most places. The lamb and chicken shinwari mains were spectacular. The only issue was the lamb had small loose bones in the gravy which was a pain, But overall I enjoyed the food.

They don't deserve a single star .I was in trouble why I was wet with delivery outfit

Absolutely amazing food! Definitely will visit again and highly recommended. Ordered chicken karahi, Afghani naan, chapali kabab, kabuli pulao. Everything was perfect🩷

One of the best restaurant of pakhtoon Shinwari food☺️

Food quality is very poor believe me I never eat any food like this In fast time I eat poor taste and cooking

Lamb karahi was very tasty will come again for karahi and Pulao but lamb chops was tasteless

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Shinwari Dera Restaurant and overall, my experience was fantastic. The food was incredibly flavorful, and the service was commendable. The Lamb Charsi Karahi was a highlight; the flavors were rich and satisfying. My only suggestion would be to add a little more sauce to enhance the dish even further. The grill chops and wings were absolutely amazing, cooked to perfection with a delightful blend of spices. While most of the meal was exceptional, I found the lamb kebab and chicken kebab to be lacking in comparison. These dishes could use a bit more attention to reach the same standard as the rest of the menu. Despite this minor setback, the excellent service and the majority of the dishes more than made up for it. I look forward to returning and enjoying more of what Shinwari Dera has to offer!

I recently dined at *Shanwari Deera*, and it was an experience worth sharing! The star of the evening was their Lamb Karahi, which was simply exceptional. The lamb was tender and cooked to perfection, with the spices blending harmoniously to create a rich and flavorful dish. The gravy was thick and aromatic, perfect for scooping up with warm naan bread. Every bite was a testament to the chef’s skill in balancing traditional flavors with a modern touch. Alongside the Lamb Karahi, I had the Grill Platter, which was a feast in itself. The platter featured a variety of meats, each grilled to perfection. The smoky char on the meats added an extra depth of flavor, while the marinade provided a spicy kick that was both satisfying and delicious. The platter was generously portioned, making it perfect for sharing. The ambiance at *Shanwari Deera* was equally impressive. The decor is traditional yet inviting, with comfortable seating and warm lighting that set the perfect mood for a relaxed meal. The service was prompt and friendly, with the staff eager to ensure that everything was to our liking. Overall, Shanwari Deera offers a dining experience that’s hard to beat. The quality of the food, especially the Lamb Karahi and Grill Platter, paired with the welcoming atmosphere, makes it a must-visit for anyone who appreciates authentic and flavorful cuisine. I’ll definitely be returning to explore more of their menu.

Comida excelente. Muchas opciones en el menú. El chef también salió a saludarnos y nos explicó y recomendó desde el menú. Personal muy amable y acogedor. El lugar es precioso acaba de pasar por una renovación. Sin duda volveremos de nuevo.

Food is always on point , we had charsi lamb karahi , naan , salad as a quick meal & it was delicious. Freshly cooked , piping hot table naan and the owner came out to ask if we needed anything else. Prices are reasonable & good setting.

What an amazing food , tender meat , tasty and juicy pulow. Overall A MUST VISIT PLACE for meat lovers .

Delicious foods! Staffs are great friendly. Nice decorations! I will be returning to them again!

Delicious food with amazing atmosphere 💕

We had pleasure to dine here today, and had an excellent experience. They have private spaces for the families with curtains. The food served to us was very authentic and similar to what we have in Peshawar. We had lamb charsi tikka, lamb charsi karahi, chapli kebab and qabli pulao. Charis tikka were extremely tender and juicy, chapli kebab were nice and charsi karahi along with pulao were authentic. The staff were all very welcoming, helpful, and pleasant. We will definitely return in future insha'Allah. 10/10 for the food, staff and environment

Excellent food - lamb chops were a bit out - but everything else was spot on -

dirty, unhygienic, no proper hand wash facilities

The lamb karahi here is so so tasty as is the chapli kebab. It has become a regular !

Had shinwari lamb karahi.very nicely cooked lamb.it was tender and we didn't have to wait long either.my only issue was not enough gravy to go with half a kg lamb so bear that in mind when placing an order. We'll be back to try something else

Chicken shinwari 10/10, overall food was good.

Great Food 10/10 Good customer service, beautiful atmosphere

Nice and relaxed family restaurant.. Food was delicious and very decently priced..

Customer service wasn't good and the prices are too high for the portion size. Won't be going back there again. Overrated

Worst management. Not recommended with family. They don’t know how to host customers. One staff will make u sit on a table and the other may come and ask u to leave the table. No hospitality although pakhtoon/ Afghan is all about hospitality. We visited the place and experience the same. The food might be good. It’s an embarrassment.

Food was excellent, good portion and reasonable price 😋 and on top of that good customer service 👌

Lovely food, watched match and had food.

Food was okay. However terrible service. A lot of hidden costs without letting us know. Would not come again

I came all the way from Warwickshire to visit this place and definitely impressed with the foods, very tasty and fresh also the management are very welcoming. The place is very clean too.

Had an amazing meal, very tasty, staff were very attentive. The restaurant itself was clean and tidy also if you wanted privacy as a family they can accommodate you. I look forward to going there again.

The large Afghani naan was fully burned!and the chapli kebab were dry and extremely spicy me and my family drove an hour for this .the sauces are tasteless it was our first time trying it and it was the worst experience ever.

The place is not an authentic Afghan restaurant; however, the people working there are nice!

Fantastic place and food, thanks Imran for your great hospitality 😊

This was my first time visit the staff were very friendly very clean and well set out the food was excellent and the service was fast would definitely recommend anyone to visit as I myself will be going again with my family

Great traditional dishes cooked to perfection at very reasonable prices. Atmosphere and service was second to none. Fantastic establishment which caters for all, will definitely visit again.

Lovely food, great prices. Highly recommend

Lovely atmosphere and service. Deffo recommend trying the Charsi lamb, Chappli kebab and kabuli pulao. Mango lassi was smooth and creamy too. Top place.

Service and food is bad . Lamb khatahi smells like fish because they use contaminated oil restaurant was very hot and stuffy price so high lamp kharhai and one kubuli paloo £73.00 and my all family was sick after got home i never go back again music was very high ☹️

Had an amazing experience here. Ordered chicken Kadai and biryani. Both were delicious. In fact we ordered fries for kids and they were fresh and tasty. Definitely recommend for authentic desi fine dining. Large naan presentation was a show stealer.

Tarka Daal was really good aswell

Probably best place in Birmingham for eating tarka daal mash and shinwari charsi karahi. Very spacious. Service is amazing. Delicious food. Barbecue is not as amazing as kabul darbar but karahi is better.

Chapli kebabs are awesome. Tried Karhai as well, which was also fine. Afghani naan is great too. Owner and staff are friendly. Can be busy. We waited 30 min to get seated, sat evening.

Great place to enjoy Pashtun cuisine . Must visit place.

During my recent visit to Shinwari Dera, I had the pleasure of indulging in their Peshawari Lamb Charsi Karahi, Lamb Seekh Kebab, and their famously huge naan. The experience was nothing short of exceptional, cementing Shinwari Dera as a standout spot for authentic, flavorful Pakistani cuisine. The Peshawari Lamb Charsi Karahi was a culinary delight. The lamb was incredibly tender, cooked to perfection in a rich, aromatic gravy bursting with spices. Each bite was a harmonious blend of savory flavors that showcased the chef's skill and attention to detail. The dish was served piping hot in a traditional karahi, enhancing the overall dining experience. The Lamb Seekh Kebab was equally impressive. These kebabs were juicy and perfectly spiced, with a delightful smoky flavor from the grill. The texture was just right, with each mouthful offering a burst of well-balanced seasoning. It was clear that the kebabs were made with high-quality ingredients and a lot of care. Complementing these dishes was the restaurant's amazing huge naan. The naan was soft and fluffy, yet had the perfect amount of chewiness. Its size was impressive, easily enough to share, and it was ideal for scooping up the delicious karahi gravy and wrapping around the succulent kebabs. Shinwari Dera's ambiance adds to the overall experience, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel at home. The service was prompt and attentive, ensuring that all our needs were met throughout the meal. In conclusion, my visit to Shinwari Dera was a gastronomic delight. The Peshawari Lamb Charsi Karahi and Lamb Seekh Kebab were highlights, complemented perfectly by the enormous naan. I highly recommend Shinwari Dera to anyone looking for an authentic and delicious Pakistani dining experience. I will definitely be returning soon to explore more of their menu.

Started badly - we were told toilets are for customers only. Let the customer wash his hands please without interrogation. On to the food: lamb chops probably the worst I've ever had. Pilau was passable but nothing to rave about. Kebabs just no flavour. Hardly finished before being rushed out. Also charged £3 for extra salad after we spent £50 between 2. Terrible experience.

Popped in after the T20 match at Edgbaston Pak v Eng. What can I say other than it was an amazing way to finish the day. Hospitality with a smile and the food was awesome. Freshly cooked and delicious. Thank you 😊 Ehsan from Blackburn

Unexpected visit, last min choice, found on Google. Spent £43.00 for the food and it did not disappoint. Tastefully decorated with the option of a private booth for more intimate setting. We didn't wait too long for food and was served immediately when we went in. It's not too loud or too busy there's option to choose seating as well. The food was fresh, the kabuli rice was generous in its portion and unexpectedly had lamb in it. The mixed grill had a lovely char too it and the seasoning on the lamb chops was divine. First time for my friend to try out food from this region of the world and it was a wonderful experience. Service was fab too. Will deffo come back. You also have option to take the food with you home which we opted for as there was a lot for two people to eat.

Best food had with the family. Big thanks to the owner and Osama for their great customer service.

Went there last month from starter to main everything was horrible. Chapli kebab reheated, kabuli pulao reheated, charging tikka sheep meat rather than lamb. Lamb Charsi karahi precooked. Service Non existent It was a bad experience. Ate at this place when it opened, food was amazing - that was some time ago

We had the chapli kebabs, these were great. Juicy kebab and portion size was huge. Their lamb charsi karai was great too along with the charsi tikka. To top it off, we really enjoyed the mango lassi. Overall a great experience at a nice clean place with good service.

Mashallah food was bang on the waiter service was absolutely amazing thanks u Mr min for best service ever .. will visit soon

It's OK I guess when u come with family for a meal but music 🎶 wasn't that good apart from that the food was nice

Where do I Start!!!! Ordered a mix grill and a charsi karahi . Amazing flavours mouthwatering taste. Tasted really fresh and you also get choice of spice level . Really good environment and the staff were very polite. Excellent customer service . Very very recommended.

Me and my family we always drive from Leicester city to Birmingham just to go and have food in this restaurant the food is amazing and the service is wonderful

The Lamb Charsi was delightful, featuring tender meat and a flavorful masala blend. The mixed grill impressed, particularly the succulent lamb chops. Service was exceptional, with attentive and courteous staff consistently ensuring our needs were met.

The food was amazing and tasted just like the food from Pakistan. The customer service was excellent and professional. They checked on us throughout the service. Also there were booths which had privacy curtains. I would recommend this place to family and friends.