After recently enjoying an excellent meal, here is my eat-in review of Shantii Restaurant, in Formby, Merseyside.
This was my first visit after many recommendations from friends who love a good curry, so I was excited to try its Indian and Bangladeshi-inspired menu, with a friend, on a Friday evening.
The relatively compact venue is clean, smart, bright and modern. Our reserved table was ready for us and the service was friendly and efficient throughout.
FOR THE STARTERS…
We began with starters. Mine was lightly-spiced paneer cubes (Indian cottage cheese). It was certainly presented with care and attention, with a small side salad and some drizzled sauce….
Paneer ( Indian cottage cheese) starter
My friend sampled Onion Bhaji, which were light, crisp and presented well.
Starter dish – onion bhaji
AND FOR MAIN COURSE?
As can be seen below, for mains, I had one of their “Exclusive Dishes” – Nagga Zee (£10.95)
This was a hottish dish with chicken, lamb, king prawn and seekh kebab, cooked in a tightly-bound sauce of spinach, spring onion, peppers, cherry tomato, garlic, ginger and nagga chillies.
A Shantii special – Nagga Zee Main Curry
Side dishes of Saag Aloo (£4.75) – potatoes and spinach and Brenzal Bhaji (£4.75) – baby aubergines coated in a spicy dry sauce.
Saag Aloo (potato and spinach) side dish
Brenzal Bhaji (spicy aubergine) side dish
Accompanied by Channa Rice at £3.20 ( Basmati rice fried with chick peas).
Pilau rice with chick peas
IN SUMMARY…
The standard of cooking was excellent – care was evidently taken in the food preparation and the quality of ingredients appeared high. Flavours were delicate and authentic, although there was a chilli kick in all the right places
Accordingly for a top quality restaurant, presentation was on another level.
All in all, a superb meal at competitive prices.
Furthermore, free parking is available outside and all around the area.
Shantii Restaurant is highly recommended for a classy night out. They are open 7 days a week (evenings only, except Sunday, when they serve a buffet)
Indeed you can call them direct on 01704 878485
PRO TIP: be sure to try their unique bottled Indian lagers and cider – the likes of which I hadn’t seen before.
Shantii Restaurant Formby Peacock Indian Cider
“Thanks for reading this restaurant review – Paul
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If you would like to read another of my food reviews, here is my review of Great Himalayas Nepalese Restaurant in Southport – another gem of a venue.
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