Food was great. Service great aswell. Only down side was the Afghan autotune songs playing which ruined the vibe a bit. Would definitely return.
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Before you go
- Style
- Traditional Afghan restaurant — karahi, kebabs, Quabli Pilau; dine-in and takeaway
- Setting
- Cosy Afghan restaurant on Allison Street, Govanhill
- Known for
- Afghan cuisine in Govanhill, Karahi and kebabs
- Signature dishes
- Quabli Pilau, Karahi (lamb / chicken), Afghan kebabs, Lamb chops
- Good for
- Dine-in Afghan meal, Delivery / collection, Family meal
- Reservations
- Walk-ins often fine
- Booking
- Dine-in walk-up; order online for delivery/collection; phone 0141 423 3515
- Dietary tags
- vegetarian options
- Dietary
- Official About: vegetarian options on the menu
- Closed
- Open daily per listings (12:00–23:00)
- Getting there
- Crosshill railway station about 0.4 km; Queens Park also nearby (Cathcart Circle)
- Also
- 10% discount on online orders (site banner); Mealzo / Mealzo deals mentioned for ordering
Glasgow restaurant
Shinwari Restaurant Glasgow
Opening hours
- Monday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Overview
Shinwari Restaurant Glasgow is an Afghan restaurant at 223 Allison Street, Govanhill (G42 8RU). Official About page: traditional Afghan cooking — Quabli Pilau, karahi, kebabs, rice dishes, plus burgers, seafood and vegetarian options; dine-in in a cosy room or order online for delivery/collection (Mealzo-powered site, 10% off online orders). Hours commonly listed 12:00–23:00 daily. Phone 0141 423 3515. Reviewers highlight lamb and chicken karahi and kebabs; takeaway is common. Allison Street is in Govanhill — Crosshill railway station about 0.4 km away; Queens Park also nearby on the Cathcart Circle.
Reviews
This is a very good Asian food restaurant with a classic taste of Pakistan. You do not find many restaurants with classic Pakistani taste in England. I am glad I visited it while visiting Scotland. The time I visited, it was very busy; all the tables were booked, and I had to wait and was given a table just next to the door. It was very uncomfortable with the family. On top of that, once the order was taken, no one came to ask if anything was needed, and there was no response to calls as we ran out of water. I will give full marks to the food, but the service was not great. Cannot comment on the cleanliness inside the kitchen, as I saw them dropping dishes in the sink. I hope authorities visit and make sure cleanliness of the kitchen. I would recommend they need more space for the families and busy times. They do not make burgers, though they list it on their menu. They get it from some other shop for you.
Read on Google MapsAmazing ambience and great food, Highly recommend this place if you are in town to taste the food of Pakistan! Owner Naeem made sure he served us with love and hospitality. We are thankful that he made us feel home.
Read on Google MapsTo be honest loved their food. Loved the authentic shinwari taste ✅🤌🏻
Read on Google MapsI ordered kebab, biryani, and fish, and all three dishes were excellent. The kebab was flavorful and perfectly grilled, the biryani was well-spiced, and the fish was delicious. Overall, it is a satisfying and tasty experience. Highly recommended!
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