Shaheen Restaurant
1111 N Rolling Rd, Catonsville, MD, 21228
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Address :
1111 N Rolling Rd
Catonsville, MD, 21228 - Phone (410) 747-1431
- Website https://www.shaheen1973.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 11
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Accepts Bitcoin : No
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
India is the birth place of Chicken Tikka Masala and Curries. Indian foods are prepared with a blend of finely mixed spices quite popular across the region. The spices develop the rich taste in Indian food enough to boggle your mind. The ever-increasing fan base of Indian food around the New York city is steadily increasing because of the large number of Indians who traveled to the land of dreams. The Indians also brought their very own vibrant, colorful, and aromatic authentic dishes for the people in the West. While most of the Indian population is Vegetarian, Indian food is great for people who are looking for vegan or vegetarian food option. If you are a Meat lover, don't get disappointed yet. Indian food also boasts of some popular non-vegetarian dishes too. Few examples are the famous Butter Chicken, Mutton Biryani and Tandoori Chicken are enough to satisfy your taste buds.
Indian food has gained reputation all over the world especially in the United States. You can find many places serving the appetizing Indian food across all major cities in the US. India is a diverse country with different food culture originated from different parts of the country. While the Northern region boasts tandoori dishes and korma offering royal taste, the Western Ghats offers sea foods that is made in naturally sweet tender coconut milk. The South Indian food servers a quality of different dishes made from rice accompanied with spicy chutneys, curries and famous sambhar. Also, the Indian sweets are a delight to relish. If you ever want to have a burst of sugar syrup in mouth, don't forget to try few Bengali Sweets. Be it spicy, tangy, or sweet flavor, you can find everything in the Indian cuisine. Be assured that the melody of spices will surely bring delight to you.
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Michelle H.
This hidden gem is the only reason I would ever venture within miles of Security Square Mall. Their food is so good that I am willing to risk my life to get it - well, only in the day time at least. Shaheen's lunch buffet is quite extensive - the number of offerings certainly out do other Indian buffets, which results in the slightly higher pricing, but you will certainly leave satisfied. Their naan really is phenomenal. It's the perfect thickness to properly pick up their delicious butter chicken or chana masala. They also make great kheer; in fact, this is the only Indian buffet where I will partake in it. The service is always consistently good - they're great at greeting you, refilling water glasses and thanking you for visiting. It is also quite humorous to watch the old Bollywood movies on the large flat screen tv as you're eating. If you enjoy really good Indian good - and don't mind travelling into a somewhat dicey part of town to get it - this is the place to go.
(4)Joe Nam D.
It was really busy when I was there so plenty of turnover and fresh food. My friend and I were the only non-South Asians there- a very good sign. The food was good- butter chicken, korma, basmati rice, goat, juicy beef kebabs, manchurian chickens, various deep fried fritters, aloo gobi, and a couple other dishes. Everything was fresh and yummy but I've seen more variety at other Indian or Pakistani buffets. Dessert is really lacking. There is kheer but no gulab jamun nor payasam. They have other fried desserts, cakes, etc. But they are sold a la carte and not included with the buffet. When I came here, I was amazed at all the beautiful gowns the female diners were wearing. So many colors and very stylish :-) This is where the local Pakistani community comes- families and all. My only real complaint would be the lack of variety. There could be more dishes- which is the point of a buffet. Also, the food islands are shaped in a "U", so you will be bumping into people/waiting longer than you have to when getting your food.
(3)Andrew K.
They have indian buffet all day including dinner which I like. Lunch buffet is $10 but dinner is $13. The dinner buffet option is not bad and there is a couple different meats like butter chicken and chicken curry and vegetable dishes. I decided to go with ordering from the menu and I got the chicken tikka marsala, lamb kabob and naan. The chicken tikka marsala was ok but the lamb kabob was really good. I also ordered rice pudding for dessert and it was ok. Overall, the food was ok. The service is great and the prices are cheaper than other indian restaurants I've been to.
(3)Ali B.
This place was OK. I had the buffet and I did not get what the hype was about. The insects crawling on the tables put me off and I dont think I will be back. In addition, my mother gave the waiter a $100 in tip by mistake when she wanted to give him a $5. The crook took it and never returned it. By the time, we figured out at home, it was too late.
(3)Ella L.
Great price for the buffet. Delicious food. If you like good, authentic eats I would recommend the place. The decor may be wanting but I'm more of a food than ambiance kind of person so it didn't bother me at all. Also, the staff was nice and very helpful.
(4)Dee W.
Update: Shaheen's is now doing BBQ outside on the weekends. We had the Chicken Tikka and Beef Tikka, Rice and Naan. Everything was delicious, as usual. The BBQ is exceptionally well-priced. Service was courteous and helpful explaining menu items. The owner (I think) Salaam, came over and talked with us and even gave us a tour of the kitchen where the magic happens. This is becoming a regular date night spot with great service and delectable food.
(4)Mike B.
This place is mediocre. The only thing really good about it is that the people are nice. Everything else is just....meh. The food is alright. Decent Indian food. Chicken Tikka Masala was good. Everything else was just ok. Naan was uninspired. But it's naan. If you cover it in sauce and rice it could be delicious made out of cardboard. Atmosphere is terrible. Reminds me of a zombie apocalypse. Half the room is unlit, and the half that is lit probably shouldn't be. There is basically zero attention to detail in anything. The counter I signed the check on was unwiped and dirty. I actually found myself glancing around for a more clean place to sign the check. This is fine for my house's kitchen counter on a Friday night after a long work week. But for an (almost deserted with employees sitting around) commercial good service establishment it's pretty much unacceptable. I got that "abandoned shopping mall from the 1980's feel from this place". Not a good vibe at all. Sunday afternoon buffet was $10.99 per person. Something online got my hopes up for $8 buffet and that wasn't the case at all. I won't be surprised if this place goes out of business. Would I come back. No.
(2)Brian H.
Reminiscent of an actual diner in the region of the world the cuisine represents, Shaheen is a simple, no-frills, friendly Pakistani/Indian restaurant, catering almost entirely to the buffet crowd. The lunch serving has all of the staples of an Indian buffet, with no real standout dishes or surprises. The service is friendly and spartan, and at $8something, the prices are reasonable. Although you have to order it separate from the buffet the grilled halal meats here are awesome. Bonus: they give each table a pitcher of ice-cold water, which is actually kinda nice when one is wolfing down buffet-size helping of nosh.
(3)Raghu J.
I wouldn't go there again for sure. The restaurant was empty when we went in. A woman greeted and seated us. To start off the tables were all dirty, the water jug was dirty, the plates were dirty. After taking in the order, a teenager who was working there gave us green salad. We didn't dare eating that. The whole place looked shabby. The people working there are nice, but the owner and chef seems to be the problem. Food was disappointing also !! Cheap and dirty place.
(1)LaToya E.
I am not an expert when it comes to Indian food so I went into this experience with an open mind and belly! Upon arrival they showed us the buffet which looked less than appetizing so we decided to order off the menu. Once I sat down to order I was able to take in the decor.. the place looks like someones grandmothers living room at best. The decor isnt anything to write home about but I was still willing to give the place a shot as long as the food made up for it. Since we were a group and were waiting on people we all decided to order appetizers to hold us over until everyone else arrived. Well that was a bad idea! Not because they were bad but because they were huge! Most at the table were full before we could even order or main course.. I ended up taking my actual meal home for later. Overall everything i ordered (and tasted) was good and I would recommend the place to others! overall: The staff were great and accommodating, the food was good and the bathrooms were clean which are all great things when choosing a place to eat!
(4)Sonnya B.
This was not a pleasant experience for us. One person got violently ill from the food. All others didn't feel so hot soon afterwards. There are some serious hygiene issues here. I'm all about the dives and don't mind some grit but this place wasn't cool. It went beyond dive and ventured into health code violations. All items on the buffet were cold. I don't know if they forgot to turn on the burners or what? The silverware and dishes had to be examined carefully cause apparently most had dried and caked on food bits. They were out of coke. The exterminator was there @ the same time we were & he wasn't enjoying the buffet! Lol he had his kit and was going to town in the kitchen. Food wasn't delicious or fresh in any way so that didn't justify any of the concerns above. It was actually so bad, it was comical. How did we have such a terrible experience when most Yelpers like this place? No clue but I'll never venture back here.
(1)Saiful I.
Worst Indian food ever, all buffet dishes are garbage. They're probably few days old.
(1)Mark K.
Great little hideaway, value + quality food = happy customer. Oh and medium spicy is very spicy by American standards.
(5)Yaka H.
It's a very affordable place for lunch since it's only $6.99 for lunch. The people here are quite welcoming. It's a more quiet place for a lunch. The buffet contains various curries, rice, chicken biryani, salads, tandoori chicken legs, etc. The buffet doesn't include any kabobs though. Everything is kept on a buffet table (similar to a cafeteria-style one) with plastic lids keeping everything warm. The food is definitely done in a very homestyle-like manner. I didn't think the foods offered through the buffet were quite spicy or anything. If anything very homestyle (tasty with a chicken curry that had meat on the bone) and mild on the spice flavorings. I really enjoyed eating the yellow daal.
(3)David M.
First Impression: Location was bit weird, but ok. Cleanliness: A few of the tables were dirty (crumbs, spots on table cloth etc) which was a bit disheartening because the restaurant just opened and we were the first customers of the day (lunch). Staff: Friendly, attentive. Food: The food was just 'ok'. The buffet had limited selections. We ordered off the menu because the restaurant.com coupon we used was not accepted for the buffet (sign posted in restaurant stating so). The simosas were pretty good, nice and spicy. We wanted to order lamb chops but were told they would take 45 min. because they were frozen. Uhh, not something you want to hear as a customer. We opted for the Rogan Josh instead (which was supposed to be tender boneless lamb pieces cooked with a gravy based sauce with onions and spices etc. It was ok, but it wasn't boneless. Not a huge deal. We also ordered chicken masala, which was very tasty. The garlic naan left a lot to be desired, it was 'stuffed' with something (I guess garlic and a mix of spices?) instead of garlic cooked into the bread like most Indian Restaurants. The bottom was also burnt and had a burnt taste. meh. Finally, the Paneer Mutter. There were a lot of peas in this dish. I love peas that is why I love this dish (at other places), but the peas in this dish were undercooked. The dish had a nice flavor, but I wouldn't order it again from this place because it's my favorite dish and I prefer it be done right. Other: We went on a Saturday (lunch) and it was fairly empty. A couple of people did come in and order take-out dishes, but I think it is a bad sign when a restaurant is empty. I wonder how they stay in business? I guess they freeze everything? Summary: Would I go again? Eh, maybe with another 50% restaurant.com coupon ($25 off of $50 order)., but I would not add this place to my list of recommended Indian restaurants.
(2)Din K.
Just OK. Average, buffet food. Service... wasn't impressed!
(3)Ed W.
The food was very spicy (more than I'm used to) and for the dinner buffet the price was right where it ought to be. The crowd was nonexistent (which I didn't mind) and the fresh naan was a nice treat. The tandoori chicken was a highlight as well as the palek paneer.....lot's of flavor. If you're willing to make the trip, and your not picky about ambiance, it's worth it.
(3)Frank N.
I guess I'm used to some really good Indian food in the New Jersey area, and Shaheen doesn't exactly live up to those standards... Is the food reasonably good? Yes. Could it be better? Yes I might come back again sometime if I'm in the area and craving it, but I wouldn't go too far out of my way 'Social Sara' that works there was very friendly and helpful
(3)Rob N.
I'm not going back until they clean the place. I've had good experiences before with Shaheen. But I walked in tonight to a nearly empty dining room and every table had some sort of grunge or food stuck to it. Yuk. Sorry, Shaheen, you're off the list.
(1)Emily L.
I wanted to LOVE Shaheen. The other Indian restaurant in town seems to have slipped a little on recent visits, and this one is closer to home. But I was extremely . . . underwhelmed by my lunch there. As a very white, sheltered, middle-class girl, I do not know a lot about Indian food. However, I have loved it since childhood and have come to expect a certain kind of flavor profile, as well as a standard handful of items, on the menu. My experience is that restaurants that claim "Indian and ___" cuisine are usually owned by people of the ___ persuasion, whether that be Bangladeshi, Pakistani, Tibetan or another Far Eastern country -- and that in reality the food is mostly of that region, with some classic Indian dishes thrown in to appeal to the masses. This is certainly true of Shaheen. Although there were quite a few classic dishes (and, thanks to the lunch buffet, I got to sample many of them) there was something not-quite-right about the flavors, and I'm guessing it's because the owners are not from India. Most dishes seemed sweeter and blander than what I'm used to, and others were just assembled differently -- the biryani, for instance, consisted of layers of saffron rice topped with very finely chopped meat and large chunks of vegetables, instead of all mixed together. You'd think that would taste the same in the end, but it didn't. Also, much to my chagrin, they didn't have the bright green coriander chutney that is at least half the reason I go to an Indian restaurant; I asked and they pointed me to a white yogurt sauce with tiny flecks of green, and when I pressed them they brought out a little cup of chopped cilantro and jalapeno, which was spicy and flavorful but, again, not what I'm used to. The atmosphere was a little weird. Plastic tablecloths felt like Pizza Hut, and several TVs were playing nonstop Indian music videos, which sound like American pop and look like American soap operas -- except with Indian languages and actors. Very odd. Bottom line: good food, fresh, clearly labeled and inexpensive (at least for the buffet.) Just not what I was looking for.
(2)Samuel C.
My family and I went to this restaurant for buffet. Head in and head back out. It was noon time and we were the first person there. There were nobody eating inside. so we left. so scary. I think it's a sign mot to eat there. So scary be the first person and nobody inside.
(1)K W.
One of the best places I've gone to for Indian cuisine. Everything I had was yummy (except for the chicken kabobs...which was the reason I visited the place b/c of a referral after seeing a coworker bring some to the office for lunch). The reason that I gave this place only 4 stars is b/c when ordering the from the dinner menu to go, the princing is a bit expensive for the amount of food you get. They do have a buffet in the evening (or at least on the Friday that I visited), and I did see a sign about a Lunchtime Buffet. For the cost, that might be your best option. However, as far as the taste of the food....AWESOME...and persons that waited on me were really nice as well. Despite my griping over price, I would still definitely go back...just maybe for a sit down meal of the lunchtime or dinner buffet.
(4)Austin B.
Food and service was great! I went in with my husband and two sons, server was very helpful and understanding when my three year old made several messes. We had the dhal soup, it was a little bland, yet still amazing and a large portion. Also had Somoza they were absolutely wonderful. My kids got the chicken and rice which they shared and still had a lot left over. I had the chicken tiki something (not sure of the last name) it said it is very spicy and cooked in tandoori sauce- the description was spot on. I absolutely recommend trying this place.
(4)Jessica F.
I am not much of a fan when it comes to anything remotely spicy but despite my burning tongue this was one of the most fun meals I have ever had the chance to experience. The owner, Nomi, treated us like royalty right from the beginning and didn't even allow us near the buffet. Instead, he had the kitchen bring out a variety of dishes full of flavor and spice. This is clearly a local favorite and got very busy later in the evening with large groups of families coming in. Cantonsville, despite all appearances of being a typical strip mall suburb, has delivered another winner.
(4)Nicole H.
Food is hit or miss....love the chicken makhani, nann bread and the biryanii rice, however, the price for the buffet has fluctuated back and forth (sometimes they charge me 6.95/lb and sometimes 9.95) the palak paneer the first time that I tried it was amazing however the second time...not so much....the tandori chicken always looks overcooked to me, although the vegetable samosas are flavorful but spicy! The chick peas the first time were a nice compliment to the palak paneer, but the second time that I tried...it was straight to the restroom for me....NUNCA VEZ (never again)! A Pakastani friend once told me that their food quality was based on the day of the week and the particular cook that they had that day. While waiting in the parking lot, I saw a group of hispanic men walking and smoking cigarettes. They walked to the side of the restaurant and knocked on the door, went inside, then stepped back outside with aprons on and finished their cigarettes....tadaaaa the scooby doo mystery had been solved...I present to you...the cooks!
(3)Aladdin I.
I am an avid Indian Food eater, so I have high standards. For basic Indian this isn't bad, and the buffet has a great selection. Price isn't bad either. For people like me who love Indian food this does not quite quench that thirst for flavor and size. I ordered take out and the buffet was actually better. Not to mention the portions they gave were less then most places. Not horrible, definitely not great, but sometimes it can get the job done.
(3)Elsa M.
I am very picky when it comes to certain things: hair products, nail polish, window seats, personal hygiene, use (and misuse) of apostrophes, and (perhaps the most important) quality of spicy. The bar I set for spicy foods - especially Indian, Pakistani, and Ethiopian cuisines - is high! That's why when I call Shaheen Indian Restaurant a "high-jumper," I truly, truly mean it in. Located in a small strip mall in Catonsville, chances are you've driven by this restaurant several times without even noticing its unassuming façade. The inside is small too, but larger than it looks from the outside, and filled with the aroma of sweet and spicy Indian and Pakistani spices. I met some new friends out for dinner there and course after course, bite after bite, we couldn't help but comment about how delicious it all was. It was a perfect night! The buffet was hot and the staff made sure to keep each entree fresh and continuously refilled (both highly important for any buffet). There was an assortment of different meats - lamb, chicken, beef - as well as a number of wonderful vegetarian options made of saffron rice, seasoned lentils, and coupled with light yogurt sauces. On top of that, the service was impeccable. Nomi, Shaheen's owner, stopped by our table on several occasions just to make sure that our party was doing well and enjoying the food. In fact, before he even allowed us to go to the buffet, he insisted upon bringing out his favorite dishes for us to try first. That type of personalized service not only made us feel like a million bucks, but also showed us how much pride he took in both his business and his food. How do you not love a place like that? If you are looking for a good, authentic Indian or Pakistani meal, Shaheen is the place to be. The atmosphere is great for a casual lunch, date night, or meeting with a group of friends. Whatever the occasion, Nomi and his staff will take care of you for sure! They sure did take care of us! P.S. The naan bread is D E L I C I O U S!
(4)Mat P.
You can eat very fast since it's a buffet and you seat yourself. Decent variety of food, but every time I have been there, none of the items were labeled. The staff members knew and could explain the items, but if they were in the back you could either guess or wait before you tried something. Not really an issue for me since I've eaten Indian food pretty much all my life.. but for my non-Indian friends, its more of an adventure (everyone I've taken there has enjoyed the food there so far). Usually when I go around lunch there are only a few other people there. They also have a tv in the back playing Bollywood music videos constantly (not loudly though, so you can tune into it if that's your thing, or easily tune it out with conversation if its not). They host classical and lighter music programs (ghazals, qwaali) from time to time as well. I've been to a sitar and tabla concert there once, and it was fantastic.
(4)Bassam S.
Shaheen Restaurant tries to be jack of all trades(Indian-Pakistani-Halal-Chinese-BBQ-Sweets) but master of none. What are they really trying to serve? Have gone there a few times for buffet and always ended up getting diarrhea. I believe they use previous night's leftover food and mix it with fresh batch so its always a gamble to eat here.
(2)Danny C.
It serves Indian food. But their main menu is comprised of Pakistani foods. Although it might be a bit tough to get in and out of the place, this place is worth it! Dinner is around 12-14 dollars per person which isnt bad at all. 50/50 when it comes to meats and veggies. The meats? My gosh... Goat curry? People overlook this and/or dont care much for this, but bone marrow is so delicious! Various meat dishes similar to other Indian restaurants. But they also have a few that I never seen, and thought they may not always have the labels, its not hard to tell which kinds are meats and which ones arent. And if you eat alot of food, you should know which kind of meat is which! Alot of their foods are strong when it comes to spices and seasonings which is great. The only small problem to that is the bread is usually served at the buffet line and depending on when you get there, busy or not, it may or may not be as fresh. But when you drench the sauces and veggie platters onto the breads and rice? Its concentration time! The food here is so good that the only thing you will be thinking about is the next bite! They also have a side chinese buffet line! A few dishes of chinese food that tastes, well, great! Not the best but definitely worth looking into. The only very minor cons about this place was the bread not being as fresh and tasty and their sauces not being as flavorful as their dishes. Service is pretty good and they do events on certain holidays. This place isnt about the ambiance or up scale settings. This place is about pumping out delicious Indian/Pakistani foods that the majority of us can enjoy. 9.5/10.
(5)Asim M.
Indian/Pakistani food has become so common these days that finding a decent spot is harder. Living in NY, i am surrounded by decent choices that once can visit over and over without compromising the charm. However, on my recent visit to Maryland, I had the pleasure of visit Shaheen Restaurant in MD. I heard from sources that its owned and run by the same people that ran the classic shaheen, a landmark of jackson heights in 1980's, a time when good desi food was hard to come by... Anyhow on to my experience at this location.... From the moment one walks in, he/she is surrounded by the enticing aroma of fresh indian food. The place is large with ample room for a party of 5 to 200 (i'm guessing). The place is clean, appealing, and the food is above average. The buffet is appealing and is inviting for return trips. The food has choices from the traditional indian curries and tandoori specialities to a desi touch on some chinese classics. Overall, the food was delicious and the service was quick and attentive to our needs.. The chaat paapri for an appetizer is for one thing that should not be missed...! hope to visit again soon...!
(4)Aila S.
Got carryout here with the BF last night. Tasty! We got samosas, chicken tikka masala, and palak paneer. Everything tasted good, we had no problems with the service when we went to pick up our food, and portion sizes are good. Definitely better than Indian Delight, which is also in the Catonsville area. We'll be going back here next time we get a craving for Indian food.
(3)Skippy S.
If you are pakistani or indian and you like the food here, either your parents don't know how to cook or your taste buds are non existent. Worst Haleem and biryani i've ever had in my life. My irish / italian friends can make better pakistani food. 2 stars cause they have some what decent desert selection.
(2)Jamie S.
I'm not going to pretend to be an Indian foodie because that couldn't be farther from the truth but I know what I like and when I visited Shaheen I knew it was the best Indian/Pakistani food I've had yet. I can't tell you the names of the dishes but they were all very standard in their place on an Indian menu. The big standout, however, was the freshness of every dish and the care that the staff took in looking after our large group. I can't really speak on "authenticity" either but I can tell you that when our group arrived at 7pm there were not many people in the restaurant but by 9pm it was pretty full and we were the only people there not in traditional dress. I'm quite happy to have found this place and have also found a good standard with which to judge other meals by.
(4)Chris S.
The chicken makanhi was delicious and the spiced lentils and beef (haleem) was so good. Great meal, the only thing that kept it from 5 stars is the temperature of the food--warm, but not hot,
(4)Devin G.
I came here, because its average yelp review was relatively good. It also had a dinner buffet, which I wanted to give a try. If you want Indian cuisine: DO NOT eat here. It seems to be run by nice enough folks, and they are obviously affordable. However, unfortunately, you pay for this affordability with quality and expertise. Their naan was bland and overcooked (both buffet batches). The butter chicken curry, curry chicken, basmati rice, tandoori chicken and lamb curry were all wonderful smelling and completely absent of flavor. I am so disappointed. They completely ruined my Saturday, and it was a complete waste of $12. Shaheen, I will never visit your establishment again.
(2)NK B.
This place is good for indian/pakistani food. Mutton Rogan josh was super yummy! If you like realy hot and spicy, try their chicken tikka karmera....nice place for a tasty treat! I'm IN!
(4)Dallas T.
Great Pakistani food for next to nothing. Out the door with lunch and a drink for $10. Huge selection on their buffet, and the staff was very courteous. Food was wonderful. I'll be back next time I'm in town...
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