Cozy North Indian restaurant offering classic & unusual Punjabi dishes, plus beer & wine. Based on 531 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ Delivery
Address:
80 Hanover St, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: (603) 427-2959
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Hours
| Sunday | 12–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
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Reviews
Deepti Gupta
I never write negative reviews till the time I feel all the rules were violated and it happened first time . We went this place on Mother’s Day because we were in Portsmouth Downtown and saw the ambience of the restaurant , which was very elegant , love all the decor , lighting and everything . We expected food also to be of same quality but it was very disappointing. First of all we need to wait for almost 4o minutes for our main course . I understand it was a busy night so we were ok but then the food was just horrible. No taste , no flavor and no fragnance Of fresh spices. Out of three curry , kadai chicken , mughaliye and lamb Korma , only one was edible which was lamb korma and it was really really good . All the three people just ate their main course in that one curry only . I called the staff and told them about the food , so the person who was taking our order was always in hurry . He does not have time to listen to what customer is asking for . He called I guess the owner of the restaurant . She came to our table she spoke to us . She was patient , she listened to our concerns but she did not accept as we told her that they did not give enough time to cook the spices in those two dishes , it is just raw. She would have accepted the mistakes done by Chef . Everyone can do the mistakes especially on busy night. Instead she started telling us that she never went out of Portsmouth so this is the way they cook Punjabi food and this is their best version of food . I was just wow this is insane. She did offer us that if we would like to replace the dish , I was ready to do that but my family was bit reluctant they told her no and mention that we all can manage in one curry only , we just would like to give you honest feedback. Those two dishes were just simply sitting on our table because they were not edible. At the end during our billing she did give us gift card and I was like why we need gift card . If you don’t treat your customer in a best way and don’t listen their feedback properly then do you Expect them to come back to your restaurant again?. I just thought to return the gift card back to them but my family is like very kind they told that no it will be rude to return their gift card . So we just took it and but def we are not going to come back to this restaurant again and will never suggest anyone also. I feel instead of all this she would have taken off those two dishes from our bill that is the way you value your customer time and trust , not just manipulating them. Again it is not about money . I would have paid extra for those dishes also but it should be worth.
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Charles Clark II (KNITexan)
I love this restaurant! Great staff and a more adept kitchen… you couldn’t ask for a better example of Indian food in the USA!
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Muntather Alsawad
I will never forget how delicious my meal was. Without any doubt I will be back. Big thanks for you to cook unforgettable food. See you soon
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Sarah Daigle
Beautiful restaurant. Loved the attention to detail.
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Arfeen Khan
The food quality is good. Tandoori shrimp is the best. Friendly staff.
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Ryan McHale
The food is truly authentic and a great value for the quality. The people working are kind and hard working.
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Lori AV
Exquisite fine Indian spices and flavors in every bite and sip! Their al a moda options and home made tea is top notch! I highly recommend this place and the service was gracious and welcoming! Looking forward to visiting again!!!
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Christine Pu
Absolutely delicious! The ambiance and servers are great too. Definitely get an order of naan! The lunch prices are pretty good. I forgot to take pictures before we started eating but here are the half-eaten dishes we ordered.
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Britta Siemen
Been here on multiple occasions now and will continue to come back. The food is incredible – highly recommend the “dinner for one/two/four” option as you get to experience a variety of amazing dishes. The staff are extremely hospitable and attentive; the service is impeccable and we have never had to wait long for any of our dishes. The interior is gorgeous and just makes for a truly relaxing atmosphere. Cannot recommend Shalimar enough!
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Emily Steingart
Shalimar is excellent!! Warmly decorated, wonderful service, and absolutely delicious food. We loved the Royal Dinner for Two – so much food and a great variety of dishes. Will definitely be back!
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