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Shapla
- Telephone 0131 652 0405
- Food served Mon–Sun 5–11.30pm.
- Typical order chicken Ceylon (£5.75)
- Website www.shaplatakeaway.co.uk
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The ever-reliable Shapla is still going strong after 19 years serving top-notch Bangladeshi cuisine and regional Indian specialities. Chef Abdul Kabir makes a selection of traditional dishes from his homeland alongside accessible favourites, all prepared with fresh herbs and spices for a homely, different-every-time taste. Particularly recommended are the cheek-pinchingly hot North Indian chilli garlic chicken or the milder green herb lamb in a sauce based around tomatoes, peppers and coriander, while dishes done in the seriously hot tandoor are particularly strong. A spectrum of starters and sides includes everything from puffy puri to proper kebabs or you can round things off with sensuously sweet gulab jamon. Order online or pop in for service that's always smooth, smiling and punctual.
Takeaway review
A deserved institution in Leith and further afield, Shapla has built a reputation over the years as one of the finest takeaways in the city, and it’s not one which they’re content to coast on. Bearing a strong Bangladeshi influence (the shapla is the country’s national flower), their speciality dishes are rich and distinctively flavoured, including a north Indian chilli garlic chicken with both heat and texture. The chicken tikka masala is definitive, creamy and filled with hunks of good quality meat grilled on a skewer, which are as deeply marinated as the excellent dish of whole tandoori chicken. Some delicately herbed breads are also a stand-out, particularly the spicy king prawn or chickpea puri starters, while fast and efficient service adds to the experience.
- Delivery: 50p within two miles; £1 otherwise
- Provides: Vegetarian options (at least ¼ main courses), Gluten-free options
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A.J. – 10 Jun 2012, 8:34pm
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I often use different Indian takeaways just out of curiosity, and to add to that spice of life (pun intended). Always though I return to Shapla, the best all round for service but most importantly for delicious food.
In my opinion every Indian restaurant can be judged by its biryani, and Shaplas lamb tikka version is the finest. Large pieces of marinated lamb with a real caramelised roasted flavour, light rice, tasty ghee and a variety of veg, buttery rather than oily.
Chana puri again is the best I've had (and huge, great value). All the simple essentials are top quality such as fresh steaming pilou and garlicky nan. I have honestly never had a bad meal from these guys. The only reason I stray is for an occasional change, and I always wish I never had. Jaipuri Chicken is a must, as is the classic madras. All high quality ingredients and perfectly spiced.
Try Shapla and you'll thank me as I do the friend who recommended them to me.
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punjab pete – 4 Sep 2010, 9:40pm
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Good day curry lovers,
A friend of a friend put me on to this lovely little diamond. I have tried and tested Indian Takeaways through-out Scotland and was sceptical at first as always.
Whilst entertaining guests I had a nervous feeling in the pit of my stomach as I have been let down by the standard of the classic curry houses in Edinburgh of late.
Long behold a Indian takeaway would actually arrive within the `40-45' minute' standard delivery time!!!
When I opened the dishes I was amazed that the food was still piping hot, there was no excess oil leeking out of the containers and the pompadoms were still 100% intact?!?! Surely it couldnt get any better than this.......
Well my Punjab pals its sure can! The Pakora's or `Pakura' as the Shapla like to call them where freshly made crispy little critters with caramalised onions mixed into the equation. I made quick work of them, but they were so light (non greasy or microwaved) I was still salavating at the thought of my main dishes.
The rice was light and fluffy and seperated with ease, the chicken was melt in your mouth stuff and WAS NOT off the processed block! There was a full array of flavours, cinnamon, star of east, garlic etc each new flavour coming through a bit at a time.
To round it off the delivery driver came back to the door after I had tipped him too much money?!? Punctuality, amazing dishes and an honest way of business what more could anyone ask for? I am a delighted customer, i only hope this was not beginers luck.
Flawless work (keep it up)
Punjab Pete
Average rating /5 from 2 reviews of Shapla.
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