
Royal shinwari
Quick info
About Royal shinwari
On Washwood Heath Rd in Birmingham, Royal shinwari is an Afghan restaurant with a traditional seating area. The menu centres on karahi dishes, with lamb karahi and mutton karahi among the options, plus a chicken special karahi. Chapli kebab and the Shinwari BBQ platter sit alongside them, and mango lassi is on hand as a drink. Badami chicken must be ordered about two hours in advance, so diners who want it should plan ahead. Dishes are cooked fresh, which means the food can take some time to arrive. Complimentary green tea comes before you leave.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · On-site parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Kids' menu · Family-friendly
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chapli kebab, lamb karahi, badami chicken and shinwari bbq platter.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chapli kebab, lamb karahi, badami chicken and shinwari bbq platter.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return to the chapli kebab, praised as full of flavour and cooked perfectly, with the lamb or mutton karahi close behind. Others single out the Shenwari BBQ platter, the afghani tikka, the mango lassi and the Badami chicken, which one reviewer says must be ordered about two hours ahead and calls worth the wait. Diners describe authentic Peshawari cooking, generous portions, tender meat, and a perfect level of spice. The staff come up repeatedly as friendly and attentive, and one reviewer mentions a traditional seating area. The one caution is timing: a reviewer notes the food can take some time to arrive, though they attribute that to it being cooked fresh. Several remember small gestures, including a member of staff who invited a takeaway customer to join their own meal and a complimentary green tea served before diners left.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return to the chapli kebab, praised as full of flavour and cooked perfectly, with the lamb or mutton karahi close behind. Others single out the Shenwari BBQ platter, the afghani tikka, the mango lassi and the Badami chicken, which one reviewer says must be ordered about two hours ahead and calls worth the wait. Diners describe authentic Peshawari cooking, generous portions, tender meat, and a perfect level of spice. The staff come up repeatedly as friendly and attentive, and one reviewer mentions a traditional seating area. The one caution is timing: a reviewer notes the food can take some time to arrive, though they attribute that to it being cooked fresh. Several remember small gestures, including a member of staff who invited a takeaway customer to join their own meal and a complimentary green tea served before diners left.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Nice food, that was served hot atmosphere was great. Zahid served us with a great smile. Thanks will come again complementary Green tea was served before we left.”
- Google user
“Lovely place with very authenticate taste. They even have a traditional seating area as well. The food can take some time to arrive but that's because it's fresh and delicious. ♥️”
- Google user
“Real authentic shinwari restaurant and staff are incredible with there service. I was taking food away and member of staff were having there diner and he offered me to join in. Such a lovely gesture.”
- Google user
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Royal Shinwari is a true representation of authentic Peshawari cuisine. The food is full of flavour, cooked to perfection, and tastes just like traditional dishes from Peshawar. The meat was tender, fresh, and seasoned exactly as it should be, while the naan and rice complemented every dish perfectly. What impressed me most was the authenticity of the food and the generous portions. The atmosphere was welcoming, and the staff were friendly and attentive throughout our visit. If you’re looking for genuine Peshawari food with rich flavours and high-quality ingredients, Royal Shinwari is definitely worth visiting. Highly recommended!”
- Google user
“Great food, perfect level of spice. Would recommend the afghani tikka, and Karhis. Zahid was prompt with his service and gave us good advice. We will be back for sure.”
Highlights
“Delicious local food, delivered with just a click!”
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
- Small plates
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
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- Casual
- Onsite services
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Dessert
- Great tea selection
- Dining options· 5
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Seating
- Table service
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
- Service options· 1
- Curbside pickup
- Offerings· 2
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Atmosphere· 1
- Trendy
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Usually plenty of parking
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Royal shinwari
- Shahi Masala Buffet Restaurant4.05,0520.3 mi£20–30Vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
live cooking stations, lamb chops, nihari
- DESI DERA Alum Rock Road4.07370.5 miWheelchair accessible
lamb karahi, lamb chops, mix grill platter
- Gujranwala Nashta & Naan4.11960.5 mi£1–10
roghni naan, nihari, chana
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal shinwariWheelchair accessible · Good for kids · Reservations | 4.71,295 | — | — | chapli kebab, lamb karahi, badami chicken |
| Shahi Masala Buffet RestaurantVegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.05,052 | 0.3 mi | £20–30 | live cooking stations, lamb chops, nihari |
| DESI DERA Alum Rock RoadWheelchair accessible | 4.0737 | 0.5 mi | — | lamb karahi, lamb chops, mix grill platter |
| Gujranwala Nashta & Naan | 4.1196 | 0.5 mi | £1–10 | roghni naan, nihari, chana |
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