Slightly garish inside and out, the New Pearl of India can give the impression of being the…read moreculinary equivalent of a pair of white jeans. However, behind the slightly crass exterior lurks a genuinely enjoyable Indian restaurant which my boyfriend (who lives nearby)raves about. What makes the Pearl of India so enjoyable is the way the staff makes you feel like a valuable regular, even if this is your first visit. The level of attention given to customers can be slightly overwhelming at times. After briefly hinting that he was thinking of going to the restaurant for Christmas dinner, my boyfriend's dad found himself harranged by three members of staff, a diary book and a selection of Christmas menus for a good twenty minutes, before having to ask them (politely) to leave him alone. Perhaps he should have expected it really - he was probably the only person to query having Christmas dinner here (what about turkey & all the trimmings?!) As far as the food goes, it has quite simply the one of the finest chicken pakora in Glasgow and that alone is worth the trip! Yum yum.

As I lay here in a food coma I am struggling to breath too deeply as its pressing against my…read moretriplet food baby You know when the food is so good that you carry on eating even after you are full, then you definitely stop eating as you're now in pain, yet still find yourself dipping another piece of naan in the sauce Well that was tonight's meal Hadn't heard about this place, only found it as I searched Indians around me Wasn't sure what to expect, drove past it twice as its on a busy intersection of the road which does take your attention away from looking Inside is larger than expected from the outside, can cater for up to 100 covers It's well decorated inside and the seats comfortable Great service, looked in in a few times throughout the meal to make sure we were all good but not too many visits to make it annoying. The food however, my god the food, the two of us that went ordered so much and really couldn't stop eating, we waddled out after I definitely will go back now that I know where it is

So I visited Little India as I wanted to complete my Shawlands strip of Indian restaurants, plus it…read morewas marginally cheaper than Cafe Noor (which I had already been to) when outside of Cafe Noor's awesome pre-theatre deal time. The service wasn't particuly speedy or good (they were very puzzled that one of our group wanted popadums with his main, not as a starter and that we weren't ordering starters) and indeed proceeded to deliver the popadums as a starter - awkward as no one else had a starter. Beer prices around average for an Indian restaurant. The keema naan was really nice though, with a proper layer of keema in the middle of the naan. The mince vindaloo was also very tasty, really hot too. However the Tikka Masala looked very similar to the korma which was slightly off-putting. In a city full of very good and excellent Indian restaurants, I'm afraid I can't recommend Little India - however it's decent enough.

Quick Curry Lunch Deal hit the spot!!…read more It's one of those places you pass all the time going unnoticed, usually on your way to somewhere new and cool. I do it all the time:/ Well today I decided to forget "new and cool" and pop in for a £4.90, 2 course lunch deal. Pakora and a curry with accompaniment for £4.90! Pretty good deal for the cost of a soup and a sandwich in some places. Have to say the food was well prepared and delicious and the service was more than adequate, so I'll have no hesitation returning... :)

The service is honestly the best I've ever had. So friendly, attentive and helpful. The food is…read moredelicious. The naan bread has great flavor and the vegetarian selection is great. They of course also have quite a few meat options that look good. My boyfriend's main course was a little too spicy and they were happy to lighten up the heat, bring him some yogurt dip and almond water to cool his mouth off. Really enjoyed my meal and the wonderful service. It's definitely worth the trip if you live north of the Clyde like me.

I came in here for a take away portion of Pakora recently and was blown away! It was rather good…read more Not the very best I've ever tasted but lovely all the same. Since the nearby New Pearl of India was done up to resemble a lottery winners living room, the Shezam has struggled somewhat to hold on to its loyal band of regulars. But to be fair to it, it has survived against all odds. And I have heard that on a Thursday night you can get a buffet for a pound if buying another full price one! It doesn't really matter if it's good or not, it's a pound! I'll be back for sure.

What can I say of the Shezan? The restaurant itself has been open for more than 20 years... I've…read morestayed in the area practically all my life, and I can't actually remember a time that it was not there! As you can imagine, a business that has been around so long has a legion of regulars, and has definitely earned each and every one. Nomi is the kind of business owner who is all about his customers. He loves a bit of banter, and is always keen to make sure you've enjoyed your meal, and to find out if and how service can be improved. The food itself is always fresh and tasty, and can be made more or less spicy at your request (excellent for those who aren't satisfied until they have a volcano in their mouths, as well as the shy of spice). The selection is to die for, and the Shezan is also one of the few places where you can actually order gajrela for dessert - so yummy. And just so you know, you can have speciality Indian teas instead of the bog-standard tea for the end of your meal. Tis definitely the best Indian restaurant to be found in the Mount Florida / Battlefield area. Get on down there and partake!

Amazing Indian food! I was after a takeaway but wasn't sure what to get, so I asked if they would…read moredo their veggie thali as a takeaway. Normally they don't, but they offered various dishes that make up the thali, asking me each time,. "would you like this?" - to which of course I answered, "yes!" Less than 10 minutes later I was almost £10 poorer and was carrying a huge bag of goodies that would actually have fed an entire family, not just me. I manfully struggled through most of it but alas, I ended up leaving a fair bit of it as I was full to bursting. Tasty food, great portions, friendly and helpful staff. A big 'thumbs up' from this West Ender. When are you opening up on this side of the river?

This is a simply an awesome little cafe serving up home-style Punjabi food. I get the feeling it's…read morefamily run which adds to the charm of the place. Service always comes with a smile and the waiting staff were really helpful explaining some of the unfamiliar dishes. The cafe is brightly decorated, very 'funky' looking and dare I say almost 'hipster' which is not what you'd tend to find in your local Indian Cafe. The food is traditional, authentic and vegetarian and hasn't got that restaurant taste to it. What I mean by that is that it tastes like something you'd make at home (if you were any good at cooking curries that is), which, for me is the best!! Everyday the Dhaal and Sabji's change which ensures the food is fresh and seasonal. The portion sizes are huge and for the money its outstanding value. If only this place was a little closer to home, I'd easily be there at least once a week for my dinner. Yum!

Came here for the buffet (£10 every night including weekends-although you better book ahead) and…read morewas not disappointed. All of this review is based on our buffet experience. The server told us what table to go to rather than escorting us there, which was a bit fast-foody. Poppadums are given one per person when you declare your buffet interests, not unlimited on the buffet itself. The rice is lovely. The naan tasty but greasy. Beef curry was excellent, very soft beef. Garlic chilli chicken very tasty too, as was the garam masala. Overall it's a really solid curry house - however the properly old school decor and toilets may put you off. This isn't fine dining by any stretch of the imaginiation, just a good, solid Indian buffet.

This is a great wee family restaurant to visit for some really great tasting Indian food…read more Looking from the outside it does not look much, but going on food, the taste is 100% great and the staff are lovely and very willing to make sure your meal is perfect each visit! There is a choice of a la carte, or Buffett. We go Buffett so we can experience a more range of the foods. The starters are cooked in small quantities , to ensure freshness for each person. Absolutely delicious pakoras . The main courses (about 7 at least) are all well labelled and the chef is always more than willing to explain how they are cooked and the ingredients. With most Indian restaurants , desert is usually a small selection, including mango kulfi , which is very tasty! I would also recommend a jug of mango lasthi , a drink made with Indian yogurt and mangos. The only downside of this place is the toilet is down a narrow flight of stairs. The price is great , food awesome, staff delightful! What are you all waiting for, give it a try!

Great food. If you want hot/spicy say so up front. Our meal was not that hot/spicy…read more Otherwise gorgeous. Shared a tandoori lamb. Stunning. Sadly we didn't eat or sauce but I had a wee taste. It was lovely. ( trying to slim otherwise would have eaten all of it!) Rice was fabby too. We got plain rice so the children could join in. Perfectly cooked. I look forward to another dinner at my friends' with this as our takeout!

I used to be a frequent customer in the 90s and went back this evening and got a take out of a very…read moresimilar meal. To my happy surprise it had not changed at all. This is the mark of a good restaurant. It is rare to find a menu that has tandoori infused meat in a well prepared fresh curry, and the pakora range is good, although to be perfect the restaurant would have to be busier. Still the same nice chap, and considering that it was busy, very quick service.

This may not be my closest Indian takeaway and restaurant but it is by far the best and I love…read moretheir 'My place or yous' plastic bags. He, he. I know I should have grown out of finding this amusing some time ago, but alas. Anyhoo, the restaurant it's self is a good side yet still manages to be very cosy, homey and ultra comfortable. The chairs are heavy, well cushioned and more than a little difficult to manoeuvre over the REALLY thick carpet. The lighting is nice a subdued, there' s inoffensive and fairly quiet Indian background music and - me and the boy's personal favourite bit of decor - some big massive tropical fish tanks separating the small takeaway waiting area and the main restaurant. The restaurant is always very well staffed with friendly and non-intrusive individuals. I reckon, this is due to its dual status as a takeaway so they can man the phones etc without causing delays in the restaurant area. Now for the food. Oh, the food. It's always well cooked and spiced just the right amount. Though, beware the spiced onions, they are deceptively spicy and very good. These are brought to you free of charge while you wait on your starters. Yum. The meat is always fresh and tasty, with the lamb often being my top choice. The portions are massive, especially the side order of garlic nan bread. It really was a platter. This is amazing, though it does mean you'll probably have to share once everyone else witnesses it's glory. Tut tut. As for the beverages there's a great selection and at fairly good prices too, but I'd recommend the good old bottled Cobra. Furthermore, if you can't be bothered making yourself presentable enough to sit in you can always takeaway by either collection or delivery. No excuse.

I visit family and friends in Glasgow once a year and always make a point to have lunch at this…read moreplace with friends. I've gone there with groups of adults and also groups that included kids. Their grills are perfect; chicken tikka, kababs, lamb chops and fish; all excellent and fresh. Had their Nihari and Haleem once and it was delicious. In fact I even enjoyed their burgers; only tried the lamb mince and chicken peri peri. Delicious! Can't wait to return post-covid when I am back in Glasgow.

We love this place! I usually get lamb bhuna with boiled rice and garlic naan but after sampling…read moreMum's chicken korma from here, it's always a toss up now. Obviously they're quite different but both are very tasty. The korma is very coconutty and smooth with lovely spices and perfectly mild. The bhuna is rich and full of tender lamb pieces with a bit of a kick! Nik loves the 'baby chicken' grill which is never baby sized - he gets massive pieces of chargrilled spicy chicken with salad and sauces on the side. We sometimes get takeaway but since they're always so busy it can take a while so we often collect the food. We've never eaten in but it looks pleasant enough and is always full when we've collected!

After days of meat and starches, I was craving some flavor. Took a chance and walked into Kebabish…read more Totally hit the spot! The chicken was juicy and tender, the pulao was tasty and the curry sauce was the perfect accompaniment. I even wound up having the leftovers for breakfast the next morning!

We walked in before they were open but it smelled so good we decided to come back when they were…read moreopen. We got two chicken donor kebabs with the chili sauce. This was not a typical donar kebab that I've had before. The chicken was more in a curry sauce combined with pickled cabbage in a pita. Very good and very filling. I ate every last bite. Service was friendly and fast - we got it to go and ate on a bench overlooking the bay.