Indian · Sheffield
Sheffield's Indian restaurants are thick on the ground, so it's worth knowing what makes this one different — the menu skips the usual madras-and-vindaloo roll call in favour of dishes you won't have tried, and the kitchen does them properly. The laal maas gets singled out again and again for its deep, rich spicing, the butter chicken is a safe bet for younger palates, and the naans and poppadoms are genuinely good. There's plenty for vegetarians and vegans, with paneer and some surprisingly good kale dishes. Staff are friendly and quick to recommend things, and food arrives fast — useful with a hungry toddler. High chairs, a kids' menu, buggy access and outdoor seating are all here. Two honest snags: prices have climbed and the in-restaurant menu can differ from the website, and one family found the dining room chilly.
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