The Shapla in Winchester

This has to be the oddest Indian restaurant I’ve ever been to. Firstly, the food was ok….. BUT, the atmosphere of the place was so strange. There was no music (normally Indian music playing). Secondly, in every Indian restaurant I’ve been in, they couldn’t do enough for you but this place, it felt like I was putting them out asking for food. Plus when talking to the waiter, he would just listen to you then walk off without acknowledging me. Not the most welcoming place! Also, the food was put on the table like it was a frisbee. 😂

Every time we go we get fantastic food and excellent service. Out of all the places to get food in Alresford this is my favourite.

I love it there. Food is amazing; each dish is cooked to perfection. Service was amazing, and the atmosphere was buzzing as it was packed. Highly recommend going or getting a take out

Sadly we were disappointed with the service. The meal was okay but not the best we have had. The staff could hardly smile or speak to us. However were able to very easily add the service charge when we asked to it to be added. When the phone rang this was more important than giving us our receipt or even saying thank you for the payment. We shall think twice about returning, which is sad as we used to enjoy our visits to the Shapla.

Went there for our Xmas get together ,the meal and service were very good. I would recommend if you are after a curry .

Superb meal last night Had lamb & spinach with potatoes cauliflower mushroom rice best I,'ve had Gavin

Our first visit to this restaurant. It had a lovely atmosphere and very friendly welcoming staff. We enjoyed the poppadoms and chutney etc. Mixed special platter starter, Chicken Rogan and Chicken Bhuna. We will definitely be going back.

Expensive!!!The starter was great....the biriyani was underwhelming. Not worth the £50 we paid for it.What upsets me most was the service...I like to leave a decent tip - if service has been good-Now bear in mind we were the only people eating in the restaurant- everyone was getting takeaways.The drinks ordered- had to be asked for again as our starter had come out.Had to ask for ice in my water twice.Had to ask twice for the bill...it's like they just couldn't be bothered....I hate leaving an okay review as I want to be able to champion local business....but this deserves the okay.

It doesn’t get any better than this. Incredible food. Attentive service. Welcoming environment. I would go as far as to say better than Brick Lane.

Terrible food. Chicken vindaloo is in chilly paste. Wrong dal used for the dal makhani and loaded with chic peas. Tandoori roti is white in color. More of a naan than tandoori roti. Needs a new chef who knows what the roaches are made of.