Visiting friends in Kingsthorpe we decided on a visit to the Shajahan Restaurant in Kingsthorpe High Street, just off the beaten track, or Welford Road if you want to be more specific. We've eaten here before so we knew what to expect. The young front of house staff are all very friendly and helpful and the service is fast and efficient. We arrived around 7:30 and within 30 minutes the small but intimate eaterie was full, and was soon full of laughter.
Although what some would describe as another generic Anglicised Indian restaurant, some of which are best forgotten, I found the food at Shajahan well presented and rather tasty. For starters I had Aloo Chat, a lightly spiced potato pancake, followed by Chicken Rogan with Pilau Rice. My only criticism of the main course was a lack of chili, but then I've become used to authentic Southern Indian food over the years, which is much more fiery than its Anglicised "Indian" counterpart. My main course was still very tasty though, and to be honest made a nice change from the fare offered at our usual venue of choice.
B, who is not a fan of overly hot dishes, had Salmon Tikka Massala which looked great, and according to her was very tasty indeed. One of our friends had the hottest dish of the four of us, a lamb mince based dish called Lucknowi Keema, which I tasted, and although hot by the standards of the night, was about average on the heat scale compared to what I am used to.
A good night out, recommended for those of a more tender palate than mine, but I enjoyed it too! By no means expensive, and they operate a takeaway and delivery service too. I would say there is space for about 22 covers in one sitting, so if you are going out on a Friday or Saturday evening booking is advisable. Remember to bring your own alcoholic beverages.
Shajahan, 62 High Street, Kingsthorpe, Northampton, NN2 6QE
Tel: 01604 717500
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