Another great local find in Allen! We stopped by Shivas Bar & Grill and really enjoyed our meal. We ordered the Chicken Xacuti with naan, and it was so flavorful! The chicken was tender, well-seasoned, and coated in a rich, creamy sauce with just the right amount of spice. The naan was warm, soft, and perfect for scooping up all that sauce -- definitely the kind of meal where you don't want to leave anything behind. They have a pretty extensive menu with lots of Indian favorites, vegetarian options, biryanis, kebabs, and even some Desi-Chinese dishes, so there's plenty to come back and try. The restaurant itself was comfortable and relaxed, and the service was friendly and attentive. Overall, really good food and a nice experience. I'd definitely come back and explore more of the menu next time! read more

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Food was great! service was okay and the ambiance really nice. It was busy! Have been a few times and the services is good some and average other times. read more

We were planning to try Shiva's, but we quickly realized that there was a band playing on the green and an incredible number of people - thinking we had no chance to be seated, we stood in line anyway. Surprise! they seated us with no problem - in part because they have lots of seating, but also the stiffest competition was for outside seating. I guess I would describe Shiva's decor as funky, modern Indian - very cozy, inviting and unmistakenly Indian. The staff were excellent - friendly, efficient, & kind. We were immediately seated and then had a discussion about the various menu options. I got a a large Taj Mahal beer (it's been a while) and the lamb Chettinadu with paneer added. I went with 9/10 spice level and was chastened to see it described as "American Hot" on the receipt. My wife did a mild, lamb Nilgiri and the garlic naan. Our waiter's guidance was spot on! We really enjoyed everything. My Chettinadu was rich, earthy, and complex - I would definitely order it again (after I try out some of their other offerings). The paneer addition was a really good move. The spice level was perfect - for the first 3 bites I was wondering if I should have upped it, but by bite 4 it was game on. It was spicy excellence that was not overwhelming. My wife was also impressed by her Nilgiri - she said it reminded her of a green mole from Mexico. I look forward to returning to Shiva's - great ambiance, service and food at reasonable prices - what more can you ask for? You should do yourself a favor and visit them too. read more

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Good food, friendly staff, reasonable prices. Came with my Indian colleagues who also liked it. We did medium spicy to be safe but would have done one up, if that helps. read more

The food is so good we had butter chicken, The bread is over priced, but still delicious. We had their pineapple chicken appetizer, which was absolutely phenomenal. We sat outside and there was live music playing, and it was beautiful. The service was good. read more

Food was delicious! Server was attentive and made delicious recommendations. The environment was beautiful- The have a nice patio, we sat outside. We will be back! read more

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Service Food Ambiance Seriously incredible. I think it was the best meal of my life. My husband and 19 month old agree. Finger licking good! read more

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As you walk into this beautiful establishment, it is just the beginning of a great experience! Thus why this one is saved for review number 1300! The bar can stir up some drinks that will get your mind ready for a delightful meal! The kitchen magicians ensured no cilantro at my request and this has become my new favorite Indian Restaurant this side of the Atlantic (and Pacific)! Seriously, this is the best one I've eaten at in decades! My DIL is my guru for Indian fare. She knows very well how sensitive to flavors, spices, and aromas I am plus knows what I will enjoy. Thus, she picked this place. The staff of this restaurant made more than just an effort to take care of me. They impressed me with exceptionally made dishes, fine details in the plating, and flavors that delighted my taste buds! Price is very reasonable! We'll be back! read more

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Amazing food! Great service. We have tried soo many Indian restaurants throughout the DFW and this one is by far the best food and service we've ever had. We eat here a few times a month and it has been consistently on point, perfect flavor, presentation, speed of service, no complaints. One of the times we went they had live music which was fun. read more

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Me and my coworkers were in town for a conference and this restaurant was in the shopping center right across from the convention center We were at. My coworkers had never tried Indian food before and so they were excited to go to this place. Everything was delicious and the vibe in the ambience inside was awesome. I ordered the seekh kebab lunch special. I didn't have an opportunity to try any of their cocktails because it was lunchtime, but they looked very good. read more

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It's my birthday! And I eat Indian food every year so I decided to try out this place cause the reviews were pretty stellar. I was concerned about the price but they have a lunch special during the week that's actually pretty reasonable. I got the "Indian Summer" cocktail which wasn't super strong but very flavorful. For lunch I got the aloo gobi lunch set because I'm vegetarian. The lentil soup was very tasty and full of flavor. The aloo gobi was different than I'm used to as it wasn't actually a curry (which is what I thought I was getting) but the cauliflower and potatoes were very nice. Then there was some type of paneer curry that was good. And the naan was very buttery and blended well with the paneer curry. It was a lot of food for 14 bucks! The only two things I have bad to say is that occasionally the service was kind of slow even though there were only three tables of customers. And I ordered my food spicy and it wasn't. I later found out it was labeled on the check as "American spicy" so if you're a white person like me that can handle your spice, make sure they make it Indian spicy! Great ambiance, decent if slow service, and excellent food. Definitely worth trying especially during lunchtime! read more

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First time visiting Shivas and definitely not our last. This small spot located in Allen was just what the city needed, great Indian food! My spouse and I had Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Vindaloo and regular Naan. It was amazing! I regret not trying a mango lassi or samosas. Service was ok at first, but improved as the night went on. Our server, Memo, was great. Prices are a bit on the higher end compared to other local similar restaurants. Only reason for 4 star review was restaurant was hot, didn't feel any air movement. Looking forward to our next visit. read more

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Food is absolutely exquisite. As a Desi this was reminds me of home cooking. The staff and service were also excellent and the music or ambience is amazing. read more

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Food is great! The butter chicken and lamb samosas are amazing! The atmosphere is very cool too! Highly recommend read more

Excited to bring the fam to the newest installment at Watters Creek and we were not disappointed! All of us loved our dining experience! Shiva's is a modern Indian restaurant with chic ambiance, popular music, and a full bar. Our service was superb. The menu is complete with many expected offerings. I ordered veg kofta and was delighted. My companions ordered biryani, nilgani, and tandoor chicken. The plates are huge. We got to go boxes. I recommend the staff consider smaller portions. This was just too much food ha! The drink menu is good too. We ordered the bourbon drink which was so aromatic- love, and I also got the cocktail with fruity base and spices in it, imma have to edit this and get the name, srsly one if the best cocktails ever! The only drawback is the Watters Creek sized pricing. But we loved Shivas and will most def be back. read more

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While staying at the Marriott in Allen, I learned of this delightful Indian restaurant across the street. A friend and I walked to it, and were immediately seated in the cozy dining room for our meal. I got the vindaloo and asked for it "Indian spicy" and while it was spicy, it could have been even hotter for my taste. Still, the ice cold Taj Mahal and the spicy vindaloo made my evening, not to mention the competent service and smiles. If I ever find myself back in Allen, I know where to eat. read more

Food: Tandoor chicken was tender but lacking a little salt. My favorite as the green chicken and not super spicy. The paneer masala was nothing to write home about but the naan was so soft and buttery. Enjoyed the briyani the fried onion was a good addition. The serving size was pretty substantial but $27 was too pricey. Overall the food was good just on the expensive side. Service: Kinda slow but some big parties were ahead of us and it was a Saturday night. Ambience: Super cool art work and the set up was coo read more

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Shiva's is one of my favorite spots for Indian food! The food is always delicious, full of flavor, and consistently good every time I order. My go-to is the chicken tikka masala, and it never disappoints. read more

This restaurant has great decor inside and a great ambiance. They do have a bar if you're in the mood for a drink. We started off with a few appetizers to try which included samosas and onion pakora. Both were really good, and I highly recommend it. I ended up ordering the chicken tikka masala which ended up being creamier than what I'm used to. I asked for a level 7 spice, but next time, I know to ask for a higher level of spice. It was really good and flavored well. Service is a little slow, but other than that, I recommend for good Indian food. read more

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I thoroughly enjoyed the pleasant atmosphere of this restaurant. The food was delicious, and the service was 100%--everything was excellent! Highly recommended; I will definitely will be back. Exelent attention abhi excellent server!!! Very happy with the service here excellent !!! read more

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We were in Allen for work and had lunch at Shiva's Bar and Grill. The ambiance is fantastic, and we love the food and service. We ordered the lentil soup, and it was super yummy! I am craving it again as I write this review. We ordered their set vegetarian lunch option for the main course, which was finger-licking good. We will be visiting again soon! read more

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AMAZING! I have not had food this unbelievably delicious in a couple years.! I moved to TX a couple of years ago & while it's incredibly hard to find authentic, real cuisine of any kind, with the exception of a few places I have saved.. this place has really done it! I travel a lot for work & family, so I've been all over the U.S & this restaurant is more than amazing.. I had it delivered to my work so I did not go in but I can't wait to go & sit, the place looks so beautiful! the food I still am in shock from how delicious it was! the food is honestly made with love & passion cause I can taste it in not just the ingredients but how it was presented. I had ordered the Tikka Masala & garlic naan bread. I was beyond pleased, they really pour their hearts into their work. I am sooooo happy to have been able to try this wonderfully made work of art.. I even saved some to share with my dad cause I wanted him to also experience the flavors.. we are big on food, being also always on the road this place really did it.! a big thank you to all the staff there.! I will definitely be returning very soon! read more

I stopped in on a whim while craving something spicy, and I'm so glad I did! I ordered the chicken tikka masala and asked Danesh to make it very spicy--and wow, he delivered. Most places tone it down, but this had the perfect kick and amazing flavor. The garlic butter naan was everything you'd hope for--soft, buttery, and packed with roasted garlic goodness. Lucy was so sweet and made me feel welcome right away, and Danesh went above and beyond with his cocktail recommendation. He mixed up a cucumber mojito that was perfectly balanced, crisp, and refreshing. If you're in the area (especially when it's not too busy on Fridays and Saturdays), do yourself a favor and stop by. Delicious food, warm hospitality, and cocktails made with real care--I'll definitely be back! read more

Great food. The bar menu is also fantastic. Great service and a team that takes care of the customer.

First time here, it seems it recently opened. The food is amazing on top of stellar service! I highly recommend! We ordered the mango lassi, punjabi chicken curry lunch special, tikka masala chicken curry lunch special, and chicken biryani. The mango lassi was really nice, pretty good! The lunch specials were awesome, they come with the entree, rice, a side of lentil soup, a side of vegetables (paneer and spinach for us), naan, and a side of kheer. The tikka masala was delicious in flavor, with a complex sweet and acidic tomato base mixed with a nice cream. It was the perfect combination of flavor and we really enjoyed this. The punjabi chicken curry was similar but had more of a butter flavor to it, but both were really great! Similarly the chicken biryani was super generous on spices and flavor, all three were really good! We also ordered the naan and it was pretty good, not amazing but still great! The lunch specials were only $15, and with all of the sides it comes with, I think it's a great deal! The rice kheer dessert was STELLAR, we had to order more! It was sweet and creamy with a rich milky flavor, probably the best kheer I have had. The service was awesome, they bring out everything fast and are super kind. The interior is also super nice and fancy, with a lot of pretty dishes and silverware. A modern and clean upscale interior, great place for Indian food in Watters Creek! read more

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Absolutely Amazing Indian Food! If you're in the mood to get your tastebuds dancing, this place is a MUST try! The flavors are FANTASTIC!!!!! The menu is vast (you absolutely can't go wrong) we had spoken to the servers and they have tried all the dishes and can guide you if you need a little help. The spice levels are also adjustable. The quantity of the food is enough to share and I recommend family style so you can try the various dishes. They also have an array of breads (naan and roti) and of course fusion drinks!!! The ambiance is welcoming and there is plenty of seating to accommodate large parties- so bring your family and friends!!! The service is superb and accommodating!!! We had the samosas (veg and chicken) they were HUGE and totally not your halidram ones- lol We also got a butter chicken that was oh so creamy and packed with flavor. We had the medium spice level which was perfect, it gave that subtle kick in the right way! The naans were fresh and we recommend the butter naan and garlic if you're looking for an additional touch of spice! And the chicken Biryani was layered with masala and the chicken was fall of the bone tender. And don't forget the Mango Lassi! Super creamy, thick, and sweet! This meal was delicious and memorable! We will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu!! read more

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Recently tried and enjoyed it overall. The veggie samosas were really good and steaming hot. The garlic naan was also very delicious! We got an order of butter chicken and rice, with spice level 7. It wasn't very spicy but actually a little sweet, will bump it to an 8 level next time to see if it helps a little. read more

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Bland. I never thought I'd describe Indian food as flavorless. Ordered takeout of veggie samosas and malai kofta. They didn't give me utensils in the bag. Fortunately, I have some in my car. They did bring out my order quickly, so I added a star bc the food is 1. I'm glad I didn't spend more and just bought food for myself to try first. I had heard such good reviews. At a glance, maybe the flavor issue is recent. read more

This place has been consistently great every time we visited. Their food is very good and they are great about customizing spice level. They serve alcohol and have a nice variety. The service is always very attentive and I just don't have one negative thing to say. read more

The service was great. I got to try a couple lunch specials & their specialty biryani. Everything was delicious! The lunch specials are a great deal as it includes soup or salad, rice, naan, & dessert! The inside also looks really nice & I like that they have a full bar too. read more

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My wife and I visited for lunch recently. The prices were a little high but we were interested in the reasonable lunch deal with salad, rice, naan, and a desert included. We were ready to order and they let us know that there were no lunch special because they were busy the day before. I guess being busy the day before means you don't get the salad, naan, or desert included in your lunch. We ordered Chicken Tikka Masala, onion pakora, vegetable samosas, and butter naan off the menu. Overall the food was good. The masala was smooth and very creamy. The pakoras were my favorite part of the meal and the vegetable somosas were mostly curried potato. After tax and tip it came out to more than we had bargained for going out for lunch. The service was a slow for a lunch sitting with only about 3 or 4 small groups in the restaurant. I wouldn't recommend if you are on a tight timeline for a work lunch. Overall it was pretty good and we might go again in the future if we are in the area. read more

We used to love the food here. The clay pot biryani used to be so delicious. We ate here Friday and the food was horrible. We wasted so much money. It didn't have much taste or flavor to it and the quality and quantity was both bad. I used to recommend this restaurant to all my friends and anyone who asked for a good Indian restaurant and as an Indian myself I used to bring everyone here, unfortunately, I will not be going back there or recommending it to anyone. read more

This was some of the best Tikka Masala I've had, and I've tried a lot of Indian food places. The sauce was very creamy and delicious and was spiced very well. I had the Chicken Tikka Masala ordered as Spicy. My partner also really enjoyed the food and ordered the same thing as me. I'll definitely be coming back when I'm craving Indian Food. read more

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The food, service, and ambiance were great! Priced WAYYY too high which is the only reason I'd consider not returning.

Amazing dishes cooked well. Great food experience. A must try restaurant for Indian food read more

Overall the food was good. A couple of dishes had a milder flavor than we were expecting but they weren't bad. Appreciate that they give you spice level options and it's consistent with the level requested. It is , however, it is a bit overpriced especially once you put the meal together. For instance you can't swap rice for naan so you have to spend extra there and samosas are pretty expensive pp. Love the area that they put the restaurant in. The atmosphere was fine. It was clean. Better than average but not elevated to the pricing. read more

They don't tell you ahead of time. I eat Indian restaurants all the time and never charged like this!!! Here, They charge $5.00 for one naan! I asked for another, they brought two. Charged me 15.00 for 3 pcs naan!!! The menu has a price 7.00 for Somosas, charged 9.00 and tikka Marsala was 2.00 more than priced on the menu. French 75 said 14.00 and charged 15.00! 70.00 with tip for one person lunch!!! read more

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Enjoyable. Went w folks who were able to educate me on the various dished. We shared, family style. read more

Overall good food. A little pricier than most places, but worth a try to see if you like the flavors. Gobi manjurian: 5/5 Paneer tikka masala: 4.5/5 Malai kofta: 3/5 Naan: 2/5 read more

Great food but pricy! It's difficult to find good Indian cuisine in Dallas but this place fills the bill! Never a disappointment in freshness and flavor but portions are small and expensive. read more