Shotton Tandoori — Restaurant in Durham

Shotton Tandoori is an Indian cuisine restaurant on Friar Street in Shotton Colliery, Durham. It's known for its korma and top class value for money, drawing crowds every evening. The place fills up fast, especially with young adults and families coming in for dinner. You can find it a short drive away from the city centre. If you're going on a weekend night, book online ahead of time.

About The Venue

Shotton Tandoori sits on Friar Street in Shotton Colliery, an area shaped by industrial history and local community spirit. The restaurant uses bright lighting with modern decor to keep service steady through busy evenings. Noise levels stay medium to high because the space is consistently packed, especially with young adults and families who come for food and atmosphere. People usually visit after 5pm when crowds build up.

Typical Experiences

Shotton Tandoori serves Indian cuisine with standout dishes like korma and Chicken Tikka Masala, both of which are frequently ordered by locals and visitors. The restaurant handles high volume dining well due to its evening crowd patterns. Most people come for dinner or casual group events such as family meals, ordering spice customisation on nearly every menu item.

Notable Features

  • Korma
  • Spice customisation
  • High class value for money
  • Travelers’ Choice Award
  • Sunday dining option
  • Chicken Tikka Masala
  • Evening crowd

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Information about this venue is based on publicly available sources and may be incomplete. Last updated in March 2026.