Always open later than other restaurants in the coast. The waitstaff manager (at least I think…read morethat's his position) is SO friendly. The inside feels like a delightfully perfect combo of over-decoration and cozy tables in nooks. Food is great with a hundred options. It's not fine dining but I can't imagine a place I'd rather be

From the owner: Current winners of "Best Indian Restaurant" on the Sunshine Coast since 2006read more

This quiet little hole in the wall Indian restaurant looks very unassuming from the outside and has…read morea no fuss approach to decor, but holy cow, the curries are amazing! When we went an incredibly warm and friendly grandmother was making all the food solo on the stove, and absolutely everything was transcendently delicious. Highly recommend the butter chicken, which was beautifully spiced and creamy without being overly sweet, and the palak paneer, which was less oily and more flavourful than I've had elsewhere. The naan was superb too--I'd suggest the naan makhni. This place is tucked away from some of the more swanky, noisy joints in Peregian and has a lovely quiet spot opposite the park and the beach. So worth a visit!

My disappointment with this place starts with the fact that they're closed on Sundays and on the…read morelast holiday I tried, leaving me to wonder when they think people go to the beach. Oddly this is not that uncommon in Australia, and it was not all that crowded here or anywhere else on the day I dropped in, and I do not get it. It's particularly a problem here as the area is not as flush with options as Brisbane or Gold Coast. Setting that aside, when I finally made it in, it was a small cafeteria-style place, a common mold around these parts. Ostensibly Indian, it has a diverse vegetarian menu (some dairy, but certainly vegan-friendly). The prices were not bad (if confusing) and the curries basic but tasty. I liked the selection, and ended up with a plate of two dissimilar dishes (noodles and paneer and pea curry), plenty of protein, and a full stomach. Palatable, but not great; I might well have taken them up on some of the chili flakes that lay out. Between that, the general lack of service, and the trouble in actually making it in, I've had better experiences elsewhere at places that aren't all vegetarian. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy there's a vegetarian place near the beach, and I may stop in again sometime, but I wasn't impressed on any level.

Tasty but simple vegetarian food in Maroochydore, tucked away in a little shopfront halfway between…read morethe beach and Sunshine Plaza. Most of the food is Indian-influenced -- curries and things -- but not all of it. You can choose combinations of rice with 1, 2, 3, or 4 things from the trays of pre-made foods on the counter, with the price going up accordingly, or you can pay a bit more for something more special, like the veggie-mince lasagna. Quite a few vegan options, with most things being vegan rather than not, and reasonably priced for the area. I choose rice + 2 options (noodles and dahl), and it was a strange but tasty mix. The dahl was super-spicy, and the Asian-influenced noodles were mildly spicy but not too bad. The dahl was kind of generic, something you can tell has been made to feed the masses, and the noodles had a nice Asian flavor but also didn't seem like anything wildly unique or special. They also have a display case of raw vegan treats and things like that. The atmosphere is super-cute. Nice simple decor, cosy space, and the type of Hare Krishna quotes on the wall that keep things intriguing without shoving ideology down your throat, ha! Nice relaxed vibe, and the guy behind the counter was super friendly and helpful. Wednesdays are vegan nights, which I presume means everything they make is 100% vegan. Definitely check it out if you're in the area and want some healthy vegetarian food for a nice change from all the greasy pub food and fine dining seafood places running all up and down the Sunshine Coast. Quite refreshing that there is a place like this in the area.

Had take away during the week and food was great. Nan bread was massive and not the normal grease…read morefilled muck the other indians sell. Highly recommended

Wonderful Indian food, very fresh, a variety of spice levels (I always choose Mild), prices are…read moregood, and they have a take away offer on their menu which is very good value as well

We turned up here without a booking and were immediately greeted by a smiling waitress who showed…read moreus to a table. Indecision forced us to ask for advice and several suggestions made by the wait staff. Tandoor chicken ($13) starter. Goat Madras curry ($20.50) with all the trimmings (naan, salad, rice etc) all served up within 10 minutes of ordering. All dishes were absolutely delicious. Just the right amount of spice (medium hot) in the curry and lovely moist Tandoor chicken with a refreshing mint sauce made my taste buds tingle. Yum yum yum. Royal Bombay lager increased the attractiveness of my wife and complemented the food spectacularly. Best Indian dining experience on The Sunshine Coast for a long time

Good food, friendly service This is the only Indian…read morerestaurant in Maleny - and it's a good spot if you are feeling the cold. The food is good, the service is friendly, the prices are reasonable and BYO for $3 per glass is a plus!

Highly recommend!!! Best butter chicken in the hinterland, good service and really big meal (we…read moreordered take away last night and gunna eat it as lunch today as well)

An excellent venue for authentic Indian food with friendly staff and clean surroundings with…read moreexceptional flavours

What a great little place Shanti's is. They serve traditional Indian/ Sri Lankan dishes and the…read morefood here is amazing. The 'Butter Chicken' is done a little bit differently at this restaurant as it comes with a dollop of sour cream swirled atop the curry. Not only did it taste fantastic it looked extremely appetizing. The owner Shanti and her husband run and manage the restaurant and work on the floor waiting on customers and serving. They make a really good team as they are attentive to when customers are ready to order and they serve out the dishes quickly. The staff here dress extremely casual, which would be fine for lunch orders, however, I think for dinner they should wear a type of uniform to create a more professional appeal- Even if it was an all-black uniform. The table settings are simple here. For a small family run restaurant like this, it's not necessary for the lavish cutlery and plates. The ambience is nice, there is traditional Indo-Lankan music playing softly in the background, however, I find the menu boards on the walls are comparable to a local fish and chip shop. It doesn't work quite as effectively for this Indo-Lankan restaurant. A lovely place to dine for casual lunch or dinner, however, if you plan to dine alfresco, please note your view will be of a parking lot. I love going to this place for take-away but occasionally after shopping next door at Woolies, I come here for lunch.

I was curious how Shanti would fare under new management. Happily I've found the vegetarian dishes…read moreto be consistently of very high standard. Beautiful flavours. I particularly love the kadai paneer, malai kofta and spinach and cheese naan.