Shuhag Tandoori — Restaurant in Epping Forest

My family and I had a wonderful night at The Shuhag this evening. Honestly we couldn’t have wanted for anything more. The staff were so attentive. Our waiter offered us various options that he thought we’d like based on what we chose for the menu. Something came out a bit too spicy for my Dad and he instantly offered to bring another option with less spice which was spot on. He left the spicier version for us to try. It was delicious, a wrap with beautiful pastry. We look forward to trying out some of the street food the restaurant is soon introducing. Some is already available but we weren’t pressured to do try it this time. It was all so easy going. We were given a complimentary bottle of wine to take away with us as we were too full for teas or coffees. And we were bought extra poppadoms with our mains for no extra charge. The waiter explained that the reason the menu is so reasonably priced is because having owned the building for many years they don’t have massive overheads so can afford to treat their customers without charging over the odds. They use local produce. The food was quality and tasty and plenty of it. I love the traditional atmosphere of the restaurant. Would highly recommend to anyone, whatever...

Had a lovely meal at Shuhag a few evenings ago. Was just walking around and was greeted by Naim, the owner, who began chatting with me and asking about my background. I was entranced by Naim’s storytelling about the history of the restaurant and his family’s personal connections and passion for traditional Indian cooking. It has been many years since I’ve met someone with the tenacity and voraciousness that Naim possesses, and his energy was magnetic.

While the story was heartwarming, it was the food that sealed the deal for me. Every dish was cooked to perfection, with just the right amount of spice for my palette. I enjoyed every bite, as well as the tea and dessert following my meal. The ambience of the restaurant, the friendliness of the staff, and the delicious food transformed this serendipitous experience into an experience I know I will be repeating time and time again. 10/10 Shuhag,...

Used to thoroughly enjoy this restaurant until I placed a takeaway order this evening. I was looking forward to my weekly takeaway as I am agoraphobic and don't get out but when it arrived I realised that they had forgotten my rice. I mean come on what's an Indian without the bloody rice?! When I called to complain I was told by the man who answered the phone that I would have to collect it myself if I wanted rice, as this is not possible I tried to explain my predicament and was then told to "pop some uncle Ben's in the microwave and get a pound off next time"! He then proceeded to mock me for being agoraphobic and said "what you going to do? Come down here" and laughed and hung up. If I could give it zero stars I...