Shahe Dastarkhwan - True Indian Flavours — Restaurant in Newcastle upon Tyne

🌟 A Hidden Gem Reborn: Shahe Indian Restaurant in Gosforth Gosforth’s food scene just got a serious upgrade. Now under new ownership, it's taking a massive initiative to transform the Indian culinary scene in Newcastle to bring authentic Indian favours to our doorstep.

We’ve lived in Gosforth for years, always on the lookout for a truly authentic Indian dining experience and after spotting a few delectable Instagram posts over this weekend, curiosity got the better of us—and wow, are we glad it did!

🗣New Ownership, New Flavours Now under the passionate leadership of Chanchal, a humble and charming new owner from India, the restaurant is embracing the rich diversity of Indian cuisine like never before. The kitchen is helmed by Chef Rohit, also from the north of India, whose culinary expertise includes training and working with top-tier hotels in India. His mastery of Indian flavours is unmistakable in every bite.

🍽️ The Maharaja Thali Experience We went all in with the Maharaja Thali (£79.99 including taxes)—a royal feast; a grand platter with a variety of curries, breads, and sides, including spring rolls, kebabs, mini samosas, poppadams and pickles.

What stood out was the distinct flavour of each dish, clearly crafted with different base sauces that’s as much a challenge as it is a celebration. The fluffy, soft naans were perfect, and the refreshing North Indian-style chaas (buttermilk) and mango lassi hit all the right notes. And here’s the twist: if you finish the Thali solo in 1 hour, it’s completely free. A fun challenge for the brave-hearted! Unfortunately, we couldn’t – we all shared!

We also tried the Mushroom Tikka as a starter, and it was packed with flavour. The portion size was just right for sharing, and the mint sauce on the side was absolutely spot-on — fresh, creamy, and perfectly balanced.

To wash down that feast, we ordered Jaljeera (a popular North Indian drink made using cilantro, mint, and spices. It is cooling, appetizing, refreshing, and perfect to sip on hot summer days) and Limca, and instantly felt transported back to India. It’s rare to find these drinks on a UK menu, and they brought back memories of our time in India.

🔥 Indo-Chinese Delights The Indo-Chinese menu is a revelation. The Indo-Drumsticks (For the Indians – think Chicken Lollipops) were bursting with flavour and took us straight to the bustling streets of Mumbai. As a surprise treat, we were served a complimentary Veg Manchurian, and honestly—it deserves a solid 10/10. From the flavours to the consistency, we could not fault it at all.

👨‍🍳 Warm Hospitality The staff were just as memorable as the food. Sai, a lovely team member, made us feel right at home and encouraged us to explore more of the menu on our next visit. Meeting Chanchal himself was a highlight—his passion for bringing authentic Indian cuisine to Gosforth is truly inspiring.

💸 Value for Money We were a family of five—three adults and two kids—and our total bill came to £116 including service charge. For the quality, quantity, and experience, it was absolutely worth every penny.

If you’re in or around Gosforth and craving real Indian flavours, don’t let Shahe slip past your radar. It’s not just a meal—it’s a journey back to India, one...

I recently dined at this Indian restaurant under its new management, and I must say, the experience was fantastic! They are actually serving proper authentic Indian Food which is absolutely amazing!! The new owners were incredibly warm and welcoming, making us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. The festive menu they introduced is impressive—a really nice spread with something for everyone.

One standout dish was the new Butter Chicken. It had a rich, authentic flavor and is a must try !! I’d also highly recommend the Dal Makhani to any vegetarians craving a true taste of India; it's absolutely delicious, creamy, and perfectly spiced.

They are offering 20% off every Monday through Wednesday if you dine-in, which is a great deal and makes it the perfect time to try them out. Delicious food, warm hospitality, and a steal of a...

We visited Shahe last night for dinner and had one of the best experiences.

The food was mind blowing, so full flavour and took me back to India. We ordered the Honey Chilli Cauliflower, Mushroom Tikka, Steamed chicken momos and Veg fried schezwan rice. Every dish was scrumptious, presented gracefully and had very generous portions.

The menu options are so wide and varied that we were spoilt for choice. Ensures we will be visiting back very soon. The place looks beautiful and cosy with the new decor.

The service was exceptional - full of warmth and great conversation. Lucky the manager was excellent and knowledgeable. We were glad to meet the new owners and were very interested in knowing about their passion towards authentic Indian food and flavours.

All in all 10/10,...