Food & Beverage · Indian Restaurant
Shaheens Indian
48 N Bailey, Durham, County Durham, DH1 3ET
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Updated: 25 May 2026
Authenticity Score: 65/100
About
Shaheens is a long-standing Indian restaurant in Durham that divides opinion. While some loyal customers swear by its authentic flavours and friendly service, many recent reviews are quite negative, highlighting bland food, poor service, and cleanliness issues. It seems to have lost its way for many, though it still has its fans.
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Performance Scores
Food Taste
50/100
Value for Money
45/100
Pro Tip
Check recent reviews before booking, as experiences seem to vary significantly.
Long-standing
Central Location
Pros & Cons
✓ What Works Well
- Some loyal fans love the flavours
- Central location
- Family-run atmosphere
✗ Areas to Improve
- Inconsistent food quality (bland/greasy)
- Poor service and rude staff reported
- Cleanliness concerns
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is it authentic Indian?
- Do they have vegan options?
- Is it good for groups?
User Feedback
Hit or miss, used to be better
Service can be very rude
Food quality has declined
Quick Info
- Category Food & Beverage
- Neighborhood Durham City Centre
- City Durham
- State County Durham
- Postcode DH1 3ET
- Country United Kingdom
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