We (one Brit, one American) wandered into Shaan on a rainy Monday night at the tail end of a two week visit to family in England. We wanted something spicy and flavorful but hopefully lighter than the usual heavy Indian fair. We weren't disappointed.
The restaurant is nicely appointed with cloth tablecloth's, interesting illuminated wall carvings and cascades of bubbles from two thin glass tanks on the back wall. There were other diners as it is obviously a popular local spot.
We ordered beers and papadums to start, and then each had a lamb dish - a ginger spiced curry for my husband and shashlik tandoori for me. We added garlic naan, saffron rice, and an okra dish, and some hot (as in chili) sauce to accompany the mains. The lamb was lean, flavorful and beautifully spiced. There were lots of nice touches - hot plates to keep the food warm, limes slices with our water, a freshness to everything. I love Indian food but it can often be heavy and this was refreshingly light.
The staff was extremely pleasant and the bathrooms were clean. We ended up with enough food to take a good bit home and enjoy for lunch tomorrow. Bravo Shaan! read more