Shor

A modern take on classic desi cuisine - delicious, freshly made food. Highly recommend the dahi puri and the peshawari karahi. Fully halal menu, including mocktails.

My first experience at Shor was incredible! For starters, their service was welcoming and attentive. I was impressed by the restaurant's ambiance and the stunning architecture/decor. The food was excellent, and as a Nihari enthusiast, this dish ranks in my top three favorites. I particularly enjoyed the Passion Mocktail, which had just the right amount of sweet strawberry flavor. Overall, I will definitely come back again! :)

As they say your first impression is the last impression and it was the best one. The welcoming entrance instantly gives a feeling of comfort. Staff is very courteous and well trained in taking care of the need of the customers. Food, drinks and deserts were all wonderful. Overall 100% 5 star and thumbs up for making our experience a memorable one.

I recently tried Shor Restaurant for the first time, and it was a delightful experience that transported me to the vibrant bazaars of South Asia. The ambiance is cozy, with tables and booths spaced comfortably apart, and the decor is gorgeous, featuring bazaar-inspired street paintings and hanging handi decor. Among the things I tried were the Butter Beer, which charmingly reminded me of the one at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios, and the Passionate Mocktail, which was refreshing and full of tropical flavors. The Batata Vada made for a delicious start, while the Blackened Chicken impressed with its smoky spice. The Chicken Biryani was aromatic and flavorful, and the Karahi Paneer paired perfectly with the warm, garlicky Naan.To top it all off, the Rasmalai Peach Rose Milk Cake was an exquisite blend of traditional and modern, offering a light yet indulgent end to the meal. Shor’s menu is a beautiful mix of Indian, Pakistani, and Afghan influences, making it a must-visit for anyone seeking a diverse and authentic taste experience. With its inviting atmosphere, thoughtful decor, and exceptional food, Shor Restaurant is a true hidden gem in Hawaiian Gardens.

I’m leaving this review because my dining experience at Shor was incredibly disappointing. My boyfriend and I went for their Valentine’s Day five-course meal, which was $65 per person. I had heard great things about this restaurant, so we were excited to try it. From the moment we arrived, things started going downhill. We were seated uncomfortably close between two other couples, making it difficult to have a private conversation. When the waiter asked if we wanted water, we agreed, assuming it was standard courtesy. Later, we found out we were charged $6 for what tasted like plain tap water—without ice and never refilled. The first course arrived: three tiny dumplings with sauce. While they tasted decent, the portion was ridiculously small. The next dish was a sweet and sour potato salad, which was cold and tasted awful—my boyfriend couldn’t even eat it. It seemed like it had been sitting out for a while, which was frustrating since we had already been waiting 30 minutes. At this point, we overheard other couples around us also complaining about the food, service, and long wait times. This was surprising because the restaurant wasn’t even busy. Service was nonexistent. Our waiter never checked in to ask how we were doing or if we liked the food. When we received two small lamb kebabs with Brussels sprouts, I asked for the same hot sauce that came with the dumplings. The waiter said he would bring it, but he never did—he just watched me eat my meal without it, never mentioning it again. The main course, which I had been looking forward to, was advertised as boneless chicken in a curry sauce with naan. My boyfriend and I both ordered the same dish, yet only one naan was brought out. Worse, the chicken was not boneless—it was full of small, squishy bones, making it impossible to eat. On top of that, it was overly oily. Once again, I could hear other guests complaining about the same issue. Then came dessert—or at least, the long wait for it. We waited 40 minutes with no update, no apology, nothing. By then, we were beyond ready to leave. When the bill finally arrived, it included a mandatory 20% service charge—around $40—which was outrageous considering the terrible service. The waiter dropped off the check without a single word, not even a simple “thank you” or “have a good night.” To top it all off, when I finally got up to leave, my legs were burning from the seat I had been on for so long, and I noticed I had developed a rash from sitting there. That was the final straw. Overall, this was one of the worst dining experiences I’ve ever had. The food was mediocre at best, the service was awful, and it was clear that this restaurant cares more about making money than providing a good experience. If you’re looking for quality Indian food, go somewhere else. Trust me, this place is not worth it.

It’s a nice upscale Pakistani restaurant which caters South East Asian style food for local residents. Ambiance was soft, booth and chair seating and well decorated arts along walls. We ordered Nihari, Chicken Karahi and Chapli Kabobs. Food was good, service was exceptional and average entrees are 20 and above. Menu is available online. Reservations required. Well definitely come back again.

It was 9 of us at the restaurant for a birthday. Ambiance and music were amazing but food was okay. There’s limited options for vegan and vegetarian food. Mocktails were great and refreshing. In terms of appetizers my friends loved the goat cheese naan. It was also weird that the paper dosa on the menu is listed as an item but you have to choose the filling for additional $4(for masala). I thought that was weird because sometimes people want to just get the plain dosa. This place does not have alcohol but def try the mocktails.

Just had dinner here and was pleasantly surprised and blown away by the creativity and freshness of everything, from drinks to food to service. Ordered the mantu (beef dumplings) and dahi puri (puffed crackers with fillings) and both were delicious. The dahi puri was room temp and fillings were cool so a very welcome dish in this hot weather. For the mains, had the eggplants off the special menu and the chicken biryani and both were also delicious although the biryani was quite spicy. Topped off with some drinks (double apple served smoked and the pina coloda). Would highly recommend and even though they were very quiet on a Monday evening, hope they succeed because everything was great!

Hawaiian Gardens. Close your eyes and the oversized satellite dishes on every other roof top somehow become Palm Trees. That's about it for the extent of the tropical feel in this community. But wait, suddenly you are in an oasis of new bright shiny mini-strip malls lined up cheek to cheek featuring Jewelry Stores and fast casual eateries lining both sides of the street. Ashora is archaic Hindi for "noise" (Indian Music?) Here, it is the pleasant sound of plates clattering and diners chattering. In ancient Persian shor means "flow" as in the "whole meal flowed" (and hopefully not my G. I.) Shor, once a Bank, is now a temple of fine Indian/Afghani cuisine beckoning hungry seekers of fine food with a promise of "inspired bazaar flavors" which is a whole lot better than expired bizarre flavors. The Decor: The entry must have been the vault door. Put your shoulder into it and pry it open to reveal a lovely dining room done in tasteful dark muted tones punctuated by softly illuminated colorful artworks on the walls. There are no windows. Hey, nothin' to see outside, Homey. The feel is a womb with no view. No matter, you came for a sumptuous repast. Mercifully a background music loop of traditional Indian hits (an acquired taste for Western ears), melts away as your food arrives. Who goes there? At 4:00 PM not too many. Just me and the wonderful staff. The Bar: Make that Bar none, as all the signature drinks are non-alcoholic. Better to be perky and alert at the Sobriety Checkpoint. There are many non-alcoholic choices to consider, so it's not Craft Beer, its a crafty beer. There is a curated Water List with 12 different varieties. Just ask the Water Somm. And here I thought water was just clean or not, hot or not. I must be all wet. The Staff: Even with only half the staff Shor runs a tight ship. So, ship to Shor. The Great Dinish (my Server) was very capable and so pleasant it added to the evening. The Food: Kamaal Ka. (Terrific). Every dish from the lengthy menu is prepared to order although it may have taken a day or two to prep. Mantu was plate of little Appetizer Dumplings. Think deconstructed Lasagna. A meaty Ragu with six small packages of Lasagna like noodles draped over mildly spicy ground Beef like Trump's combover. This dish had a quick kick of heat. Soothing Yogurt encircled the plate and balanced the spice nicely. Order two of these and call it your main dish if you wish. Momma said "Eat Your vegetables" and here is an opportunity to give her one less thing to be disappointed about you. The Aloo Gobi was Roasted Heirloom Cauliflower and Potatoes before being gently sauteed in a pleasing Tomato Glaze. Eat this. The Saag Paneer was a rustic tangle of Chopped Collard Greens with House made Farmer's Cheese Cubes redolent of Garlic. The descriptions of the food on the menu are more accessible than other Indian/Afghani places where the dishes read like assembly instructions for the China Cabinet you bought at IKEA. everything you ask for will arrive as described. The Lamb Rogan Josh was puppy tummy tender and I ain't joshin'. Chunks of meaty Lamb were nicely sauced with a thick and mild Kashmiri Chili Gravy. Yup, this was tender as the night and a perfect platform for the House's signature Green Raita with a hint of mint. The Chicken Biryani was magisterial in it's presentation and was like the Stripper who jumped out of the Cake the office hired for your 30th Birthday. The slightly spicy Rice and moist Chicken came inside a bowl the size of wash tub and was covered with a non-Naan pastry cap. Biryani=Yummy. Dessert? No room for an eyedrop of Simple Syrup. Next time. Shor...I'm all for more Shor for sure.

A lovely restaurant from the renowned chef of Khan Saab. Expectations were high considering Shor's hype and price point, however it was a terribly disappointing experience. It took almost 30 minutes after arrival to be seated despite having a reservation. Once finally seated our drink orders were taken and we received them promptly. The "mocktails" were not to our liking and quite expensive considering they were non-alcoholic. After that it took what seemed like forever to order and receive our appetizers. Then we waited, waited and waited. Finally I had to ask if our table was forgotten. Then slowly over the course of almost 3 hrs all our courses were served. We could not enjoy the meal because of the immense amount of time between each course. The server acknowledged the less than par service and was apologetic however nothing was done or offered (even charged a total of $12 for water!). Considering the price point, the service should have been much more attentive with warm food served in an appropriate amount of time. In short, I left hungry (time between each course was WAY TO LONG), feeling unvalued and unattended to. Chef Imran Ali Mookhi...please do better.

Terrible experience on Valentine's Day. Underwhelming is a generous description. My boyfriend called the experience criminal. The interior is nicely decorated but is very dim and only lit by artificial light. Had a reservation and had to wait awhile before we could be sat. The staff was obviously overwhelmed and underprepared-they had a set menu so they should have been prepared. It took 2 hours and 40 minutes to receive all of our 5 small portion courses. There were people who were left because they were waiting too long to be served their food. For two people it was $200, definitely overpriced for the quality and portions. The first round consisted of what was basically 3 dumplings. Mine did not have the yogurt topping like my boyfriend and we ordered THE SAME THING. The second round was maybe 5 bites worth of food and inconsistent in temperature. The third round was 1 kebab, maybe 2 brussel sprouts and Greek yogurt/cilantro/lime/garlic sauce. The 4th round was 1 piece of naan and 2 terribly cut tiny chicken wings. This course was messy and difficult to eat and I definitely accidentally ate some small bits of bone that were in my chicken. The dessert was the worst. One option was just homemade whipped cream topped with chopped pistachios and a weird edible $100 bill and the other was maybe 4 bites of a crème brûlée on top of a small hard cookie with 2 blueberries and 1 strawberry - the topping on the brûlée was burnt. It was $12 for a mocktail, which tasted good and may have been the best experience of the night as it was brought out in a box full of smoke. Water cost $6 - for a bottle that was already opened when it got to us (probably being reused). When we saw they were charging for water we should have left. They didn't even give ice for the cups. When the bill came. They had already added 20% for a tip.....I am usually a generous tipper but this was an experience that I did not want to tip for. For the cost and time - my boyfriend and I could have made and properly meal prepped very similar, if not better dishes for the week. This experience was a waste of time and money. We received a meek apology from the waiter (that came to our table to take the order, when a meal was brought out, and for the check) at the end of service. Did not offer any discount of the inconvenience, etc. Will not be going back.

Had a really nice lunch at Shor last weekend! Ambiance is nice and modern. The restaurant was quiet for a weekend lunch but it started getting busy around 3pm. Service is excellent and friendly, and also accommodating! Food is delicious. We had two types of lamb, aloo gobi, dosa, brussels sprouts, naan, roti, rice, and eggplant. The aloo gobi didn't blow me away but I think everything else was pretty good. Prices are a bit on the higher side, and food is spicy, so be prepared for that. We'll definitely return!

Let me start by saying this place had a doorkeeper. I was already impressed and I hadn't even been inside. What an Incredible experience! It's highly underrated. It's located in a shopping center; you wouldn't even think it's there. But boy, it's a gem! The doors to the restaurant themselves are pretty neat. It had a beautiful ambiance, was dimly lit, and was spacious. The restrooms were very nice and clean, and there was also a large private dining area. They had a full non-alcoholic bar with various mocktails and even a water bar! Yup, that's right. Water from around the world right there at your convenience. Our server was the best. He suggested his favorite dishes and made recommendations since it was my first time having Indian/Pakistani/Afghanistan fusion cuisine. When I tell you how amazing this dinner was, I am not exaggerating. My favorite dishes were the montu and the Chapali kabab. Items ordered: Chapali kabab 10/10 Mantu 10/10 Pappadum & chutney Prawns Kabuli pulao Roi water Lali berries Sunset I highly recommend it for dinner dates, family, or friends. Thank you for the excellent dinner experience Xoxo

This restaurant is beautifully decorated seriously I haven't been to many desi restaurants like this where the decor is as well done as here. It adds for a really great ambiance here. On top of that the service is also pretty good with coming and also explaining the menu items here if you have any questions. We had celebrated a birthday here so they were also able to provide a cake service for us which was nice. However, I think when it comes to the food it is nothing mind blowing. It's definitely good don't get me wrong but I think if you are strictly trying to get the best desi food this isn't the place its more for an upscale feel and ambiance which I think it absolutely nails. The price to quality ratio just seems a little off to me, but like I said its a good place to take someone for a special occasion.

This is the most INTENTIONAL restaurant I've ever been to. I can guarantee you haven't heard of this literal hidden gem that's tucked away in an obscure plaza which doesn't even look open from the outside, but once you step in, you are immediately transported to the vibrant bazaars of India. Every detail of the restaurant itself and its dishes are thought out meticulously--from the ambiance and mood lighting meant to simulate a spice market to completely 100% spirit-free cocktails, down to its chef-driven menu. And they even have a $1000 bottle of water from their specially curated list of waters from around the world! It has Swarovski crystals and is designed by Christian Dior. I didn't get it this time but when I win the lottery, there will be signs... Grab a seat in the bazaar and this is what we ordered: - Dahi puri - Chennai chicken - Aloo gobi (cauliflower & potatoes in tomato glaze) - Lamb chops - only one that was meh - Chicken biryani - great presentation! - Nihari osso bucco (fall-off-the-bone veal curry) - Butterbeer (non-alc cocktail) - Roseberry mule (non-alc cocktail) - Chocolate truffle cake This was such a wonderful experience and you can just tell that everything was so well thought out. Thanks for reading! ^-^

Ambiance and Decor - 5 Service - 4 Food - 3 Value - 2 I'm torn on Shor. It's a beautiful restaurant and very fitting for a nice night out. But we tried calling and they didn't pick up the phone at first and wouldn't take reservation. Most mains are fairly priced, maybe a couple of dollars over an average Indian restaurant but some items on the menu seemed pricey. A soda was $5, but a craft soda was $10. Spirit Free Cocktails are $15 (no alcohol). Limca (bottle soda) - This was really flat with no carbonation. It's like a cross between Squirt and 7 Up in taste. I would not get this again. Dahi Puri - I haven't had this dish before at other places so I won't compare it. It came in a crispy edible cup that had a plop of yogurt with tamirand, chutney, cumin seeds and spiced potatoes. There was a lot going on here and it was balanced. Fun to eat but can be messy if you bite at the wrong angle and the yogurt starts flowing out. Handle it, you can do this! Mantu - This was a dumpling/rice paper roll dish that had spicy ground beef in the middle. The dish tasted good, but nothing that necessarily distinguished itself as must get. Goat Cheese Kulcha - Loved this one. Naan that has goat cheese inside, grilled with parmesan cheese on the outside all with some truffle oil and butter sauce. A sinful cheese pie. Garlic Naan - It is a thicker naan served whole and uncut. Cooked perfectly, crispy and chewy. Could use a little more garlic oil sauce on it. More garlic please! Chicken Tikka Masala - The sauce base on this was rich and slightly creamy with good spiciness. The chicken in this dish was dry and probably overcooked. This is something that can be easily fixed to make this a very good dish. Paper Dosa ($16, add masala potato +4) - Full size large dosa was cooked right, crispy but not burnt. I love dosas and this one was good, but most places charge about $12-$15 for this dish with the curry potato filling. Here that will set you back $20. Friends in my party ordered other dishes but I didn't get to try them all. The food quality is fresh and good and presentation is great, but does not differentiate itself enough taste wise for me to point people here as a destination restaurant over your local favorite Indian sit down place. If you want a great ambiance and are in the area, give Shor a try. Do also know that they automatically add 20% service charge to your bill so no need to add extra tip unless you want to.

Was in the area seen Instagram ads for it so stopped by to grab dinner . The restaurant is new has a nice decor seems fairly new . Service is great the staff is super nice friendly and cared if the food was not upto mark which was the reason I gave it a three star and not a 1 star . We ordered to begin with a Diet Coke and instead was bought a replacement called keto coke which tasted nothing like coke was horrible we were told that's what they serve . Just wanted a Coke!!! Tell me you don't have it instead giving me a drink I don't want . Upon my order I distinctly asked for mild spice the biryani came out which was extremely well presented and professionally served we couldn't wait to dig in . It was loaded with heavy heavy spices cayenne pepper and black pepper gram masala I could feel it making a whole in my stomach as it was going down my mouth it was over dose of spices and chilli I was in pain till the next day dealing with it. Same was with shanawri Karahi dish it was swimming with oil which the waiter promised me it was not . It was a bad night. I would never try this place .

The food was amazing! I came during the DINE LA week as a recommendation from my friends parents! The service was good, they even took our photos at the end & we came on a Wednesday night and made reservations through open table for some points. The ambiance was nice , the lights aren't bright and the decor was simple and cute! I love the non alcoholic bar they had and it still made us feel like a couple girls getting some cute drinks

The food here is amazing!! We tried about 8 dishes and enjoyed every single one. Located in Hawaiian gardens, it's in a plaza with plenty of parking. They have a huge door that transports you to dimly lit restaurant with a very nice interior. You are welcomed right away by the hostess and we were seated right away as we had a reservation. They have an extensive menu along with a specials menu and drink menu (all 0% alcohol). To start, we got the Dahi puri, which blew me away!! Was this crispy little ball with cold yogurt and chutney inside. I'm pretty sure this was my favorite dish. We also got the mantu (beef dumplings), which I thought were good but kind of reminded me of a ragu, not necessarily a bad thing! But not my favorite. For our veggie, we got the bhindi masala, which is the okra. We really enjoyed this dish! As for entrees, we ordered the biryani bone-in chicken, seekh kabab, lemon chili shrimp curry, chaard branzino, lamb Rogan Josh, a side of rice, and a side of garlic naan. It sounds like a lot of food, and it was, but between 5 people we finished it all! My favorite of the entrees was the lemon chili shrimp curry, it has the best sauce to dip all of your naan into! They give you a yummy green sauce with the biryani and it had a naan cover it that they open up to unveil the chicken and rice. The branzino and lamb were also great. The only entree I didn't really care for was the seekh kabab, I think I just thought it'd be different since it's minced wagyu, but was pretty dry. We were too full to order dessert, but they had a good dessert selection as well. As I mentioned earlier, they have a full drink menu with wines, cocktails, beer, etc. that are all non-alcoholic! I was curious, but they're similar in price to alcoholic drinks so we skipped them this time, but might try one next time! Overall, this place is a must try!! I don't think you can go wrong with anything you order. Everything tasted high quality and worth the price.

Here's a more readable version of the text: --- Another feather in the cap for the Mint family. We attended a graduation ceremony here, and it was an impressive experience from start to finish. The entrance was grand, and the interior matched this grandeur. The ambiance, from the lighting to the seating, wall art, and even the crockery and cutlery, was excellent. We were served Papar, Bhel Puri, Nihari, Butter Chicken, Chicken Karahi, and Biryani. The food was simply awesome. Service was great as well. I would highly, highly recommend this place.

We've been to Shor in Hawaiian Gardens several times before, but this will definitely be our last visit. A few days ago, my wife and I ate there and ended up with severe food poisoning that lasted for days. We're exceptionally disappointed, especially since we used to enjoy coming here. It's really upsetting to have such a terrible experience at a place we once liked. Food safety should be a top priority, and this was completely unacceptable. Sadly, we can't recommend this place anymore.

Shoor is a newer Indian, Afghan, and Pakistani fusion restaurant that I recently got to try. Service/Ambiance: The restaurant itself is dark and the vibe is moody, and intimidate. The restaurant was clean and the decor was tasteful. Our server was very helpful and gave us great recommendations. One thing that I noticed was that they checked on us a little too often. I felt like they were coming to us every 5 mins asking how everything was, even when we had not tried the food yet. Food Consensus: We ordered the dosa, chicken biryani, shrimp curry, garlic naan, dahi puri, and mango lassi. My favorites were the chicken biryani and the shrimp curry. The chicken was melting in my mouth and the rice was seasoned perfectly. My mom loooooved this dish and so did I. The shrimp in the curry was juicy, succulent, and huge. The flavors of the curry were along with the shrimp was delicious. Although I did like the dosa and the naan, I felt like these were very overpriced for what it was. Mango lassi was good but not my favorite. The dahi puri was good, I enjoyed how light and refreshing it was. Overall, I would recommend checking them out. This is the perfect spot for a date night or a more upscale dinner.

The 5 stars are for the food. Service on Valentine's Day was pretty slow, but expected. Our family enjoyed the different Meat and Vegetarian options. We will definitely be back to try other items on the menu.

Shinwari goat karahi is really good. Everyone was a fan of it, however, really disappointed with the dessert. This is not what a 15 dollar dessert should look like. Blackened chicken is very underwhelming. I also feel seekh kabob used to be way better earlier we tried but were dried/burnt this time. I would come back again just for the shinwari Karahi. Service and ambiance as usual are great.

Shor was a wonderful dining experience. A hidden gem situated in a busy plaza next to a BOA ATM, the chic decor and fine dining ambiance almost seemed out of place. Food was wonderful..the Branzino had great crispy skin (though our fish was a bit on the salty side), lamb was delicious, naan and papadam were both fresh. My highlight of the evening however was the dessert. All three (rose cake, goat Ny cheesecake, and fruit/pineapple financier) were stunning. Service was attentive and friendly. Friend had a nonalcoholic cocktail and I had the chai which was perfectly spiced and strong. Will definitely be back to try other dishes.

I am so torn on this restaurant. I want to love it. The concept is great, the decor is beautiful. The service is also good. But somehow something is missing. It feels like the food is OK. Our server recommended the layered eggplant to us. We imagined a very complex, intricate dish, almost like a Indian lasagna. But it was so far away from that. It was essentially Friday eggplant in non-reduced gravy of tomato. Naan was naan We tried this chicken - that was smoky and delicious but so difficult to eat because it was bone in. The best thing we ate was the dahi puri- hands down excellent I think I definitely want to go back and try dishes that I like versus what he recommended. Shor- we will be back!

We finally decided to give this place a try and couldn't be happier that we did, all I have to say is WOW. The location from outside definitely does it match the beautiful ambience inside. I made reservations to go at 2 PM when they open on Sunday and was happy we did that. Our overall experience was around two hours total and every dish we ordered was exceptional. I eat at almost every Pakistani Indian restaurant and this place is by far my favorite in Orange County. I love how clean the place was and the presentation of all the food made the experience more enjoyable. The server recommended the chef's favorites along with a few great appetizers and we loved everything we had. See all pictures attached for items we ordered. We will definitely be back.

We've been to Khan Saab many times but this was my first time at Shor. The room for small parties comfortably sits 20. It was such a nice ambiance. The service was impeccable. I don't know where 2.5hrs went. Costa our host/Maitre d was awesome. He was so knowledgeable and made the experience fun but also gave us our time and privacy. 11/10 amazing service. Thank you Costa! Now for the food: Chennai Chicken: 10/10 so good. Perfect balance of spice and smokiness. It had a tang and also a hint of sweetness. Definitely my favorite appetizer. Dahi Puri: 10/10 light not greasy. A lot of different flavors and textures. The dosa 10/10 (Crunchy, light and crisp and the sambar was the perfect spice level.) Shrimp Curry 9/10 (Very flavorful and so good. The coconut added creaminess and lightness. Such a different, delicious flavor. The only reason for 9 was because the shrimp was a little tough but the curry was so good!) The biryani(10/10) A little spicy for me but my husband and the rest of the party loved it and they're picky Hyderabadis who know their biryani. Desserts: The chocolate ones were a little too intense for me but by far the best one was the Rasmalai Cake 10/10. Light and not too sweet. Perfect with their amazing chai. Must try: 1.) Chennai Chicken 2.) Dahi Puri 3.) Shrimp Curry 4.) Dosa 5.) Biryani 6.) Rasmalai Cake 7.) chai

This restaurant is definitely a hidden gem. The restaurant is fully decorated and the service is superb. I am not always craving Indian cuisine but this restaurant hit the spot! All their dishes was presented beautifully and they all tasted delicious. The appetizers were to die for I ate way to much that I didn't even get to finish my main course! I would def come back again for the Dahi Puri, mantu and chicken biryani and the lemon chili shrimp and chicken masala

By far one of the best restaurants I have been to this year and as a foodie that eats out weekly this restaurant took the cake!!! It is so incredibly delicious and full of flavors!! Not only was the restaurant so gorgeous in the Janice with the right dim lights big service was on point!! Our waiter was so friendly and helpful!!! He really added to the experience! Here is what we ordered Appetizer Chennai chicken Mantu Main Nankeen both The dance of kabuli veal osso Dessert Akwadu banana crème brûlée The appetizers were so so good I couldn't even believe the flavors . Best dumpling I've ever had.

I was driving around the area one day and saw the sign for this place, came home, looked at the menu and showed it to my wife and we knew we had to give it a try as we love Indian food. First this is beyond just Indian, the dishes include Pakistani and afghani dishes as well and we were not disappointed in anything we had. We started with Mantu which are afghani beef dumplings with yogurt then some chennai chicken and for main my wife had namkeen boti (marinated lamb chops served over curried mashed potatoes with kashmiri chili) and I had "The dance of kabuli pulao" which was a veal osso buco served almost like a biryani with some of the best rice I ever had, we finished with their banana creme brulee and some fresh brewed homemade chai tea. Each dish was so flavorful and everything was high quality and organic. The staff were very friendly and the waiter was spot on with his recommendations. Staff came around regularly to top off drinks and take plates and clean up the table as we ate. The atmosphere from the music to the lighting and decor made for a great date night and it was very cozy. Even if you had to wait for a table there were comfortable couches where you could wait and even coffee tables with plates to enjoy an appetizer. I 10/10 recommend this place!

20% service charge and burnt chicken masala. 6 of us. Bae brought us here for my birthday. ;D From the outside, no one would have a clue this restaurant even exists. They must not be interested in bringing in people just randomly driving by because if not for Yelp, I would never know. Inside though, is very nice. Very dim. Oh NO alcohol. But no worries, they serve $1000 cup of jewelry water. Staff is very nice and friendly. Service was great. My mango Lassi was just okay. Wouldn't order it again. Nor would I come back again. Only because I have zero clue what to order. Everything is alacarte. I don't eat lamb. And my chicken marsala dish was just all burnt. Not appetizing. I did enjoy the beef dumplings. Gaelic Naan was delish. Over priced. But I had a fun time with my close friends celebrating and that's all that matters :) Yes kk is back but who knows how long. Bye.

Authentic and delicious food, well seasoned and has a nice kick! The ambiance is intimate, low lighting and whimsical. The service was promptly and the staff was kind. Highly recommend for a family dinner or date night.

Shor is Hawaiian Gardens' newest upscale desi eatery! Their delicious desi cuisine had so many great dishes like their chicken biryani, dahi puri, chana bhatura, and more! Everything was so flavorful and all the ingredients were so fresh, and I would definitely be back!

I'm leaving this review because of the fact that this was the worst dining service that I have personally experienced. I'm providing as much detail as possible to give some insight. I wrote a majority of this as the service was happening as I had time on my hands. 5 course meal pre-planned but still took 2 hours to receive. Made a reservation for 9pm did not get seated until 9:30, did not receive first course until 10. 1st course 10pm 2nd course 10:15pm Multiple couples getting up and leaving because the service took too long. No apologies for the wait at anytime. We had to ask for the service fee to be removed because of the poor service. Even then restaurant was half empty, there were still 10+ tables waiting for courses. I can understand being swamped, but it was completely unorganized. Expecting diners to pay full price still for a 2 hour wait for an already scheduled meal should fall on the restaurant for the wait/inconvenience. All these customers had reservations. If there were other available menu options, there would likely be nothing to complain about, but everyone had one menu to pick from. This should not have been a 2 hours and after close service. The hostess was soft spoken as she called names/only mentioned that they're waiting for table to clear. That took 30 minutes. Servers not knowing to do with their time so instead of apologizing to customers for the wait, they're going around cleaning tables twice when they were already cleaned. 3rd course portion incredibly small, mashed potatoes were cold, lamb overcooked. One piece of lamb, you can get two full lamb kabobs for less and would have tasted better. There were plenty of workers on the floor that could have gone to tables asking if they needed anything, and that didn't happen either. If a restaurant cannot handle the supply/demand of a 5 course meal, do not do it. Maybe try a 3 course for less. Extreme let down. Hope this changes. Main course: Naan undercooked/doughy Cheese in the lasagna not fully cooked, some bites were okay but there were parts that were not done. Brought out at 10:45.... An hour and 45 min later Boneless chicken on the menu but the chicken has tons of bones in it No one came around to ask if we needed more water/drinks or to ask if everything was satisfactory until I brought up the chicken had bone when the menu said boneless. 5th course dessert received 11:03, 3 minutes after close. Banana crème brûlée was great but the other dessert felt like it was just whip cream, had good flavor. Check received for full price 2:15 min into seating, 15 min after close. Server just laid check on the table without expressing apologies for any delays of the service. They removed the service charge upon our request- but we shouldn't have had to ask. Another restaurant would have either gave a discount on the meal itself or comped it. The candle in the center of the table died before we left. Left restaurant 11:25, 25 min after close. Will not be coming back even though we did enjoy the food. As much as we want to respect employees and servers at any restaurant, we did not receive that respect as guests paying for the meal, and for that it ruined our experience and ended Valentine's Day poorly. Please do not offer a 5 course meal that you cannot deliver. Certainly not worth the money, and especially time.

Shor was amazing! The ambiance, service, and food were all definitely fine dining. The decor even down to the way they present the menus is very nice. The food was absolutely delicious, from the mocktails to the food and the naan. All of it was amazing and delicious and I will be coming back. I came from Khan Saab and this restaurant is very similar maybe even fancier decor, but still amazing food. Overall, highly recommend!

Just had dinner here and was pleasantly surprised and blown away by the creativity and freshness of everything, from drinks to food to service. Ordered the mantu (beef dumplings) and dahi puri (puffed crackers with fillings) and both were delicious. The dahi puri was room temp and fillings were cool so a very welcome dish in this hot weather. For the mains, had the eggplants off the special menu and the chicken biryani and both were also delicious although the biryani was quite spicy. Topped off with some drinks (double apple served smoked and the pina coloda). Would highly recommend and even though they were very quiet on a Monday evening, hope they succeed because everything was great!

If you're seeking a unique fine dining experience, look no further than Shor. The staff provided exceptional service, guiding us through the menu and helping us make choices. Surprisingly, Shor is a nonalcoholic establishment, but their drinks create the illusion of enjoying an alcoholic beverage. It's an ideal spot for non-alcoholic enthusiasts. Now, onto the food. If you haven't tried Afghan, Pakistani, Indian, or Halal cuisines before, Shor comes highly recommended. The dishes are delicious, flavorful, and made with fresh ingredients. Whether you're planning a date night with friends, family, or a partner, Shor is the perfect spot.

This is Pakistani/Indian restaurant. Design and decoration was perfect. Everything was very clean. Food was delicious. Parking is plenty. Service was also very good. Price is reasonable.

Customer service was great! Everyone was so lovely. Our server explained the menu. They do not serve alcohol. Although that was a bummer for me (since I like to sip on a cocktail). But I loved their mango lassi! We got a few food options to try. Their dahi puri was tasty. One of my favorites. The CTM is a classic and we had to get it. -Mango lassi -Butter beer (taste the same as the butter beers from universal studio) -Dahi Puri -Saag Panner -Mantu -CTM -Seekh Kabab -Naan This place was aesthetically pleasing. From their plates to the decors on the wall, they really did a fantastic job. It's a good place to eat and catch up with some friends. I'd def come back.

Authentic flavors with an elevated fine dining experience! Something you don't often get with Pakistani restaurants. The service is top notch and the ambiance is great with dim lighting! From the same team behind Khan Saab, Shor is definitely a must try. So far we have tried their Shanwari Chicken Karahi, Biryani, Chicken Tikka Masala, Kabuli Pulao, and Chapli Kabab. The stand out dishes that you must try: Shanwari Karahi (authentic Peshawari style) Biryani Chapli Kabab My only suggestion to them would be to offer boneless options for Biryani and Shanwari Chicken Karahi

Delicious food, amazing service and beautiful ambience! Every dish was delicious across the board. We got the following: - Dahi Puri: One of my favorite Indian appetizers and this one at Shor was one of the best I've ever had. - CTM: Not overly creamy and the chicken was quite tender. Flavor was great! - Bhindi Masala: My favorite of the night! Fresh, flavorful and absolutely scrumptious. - Queema Mattar: Love love love! - Chapli Kabob: A bit over cooked / dense, not my favorite. Service was on point, and made our dining experience that much better. Highly recommend and we will definitely be coming back!

Service was flawless! Truly impressive. Food was good...short of amazing but fresh and tasty. A bit pricy but the dining room is gorgeous and I'd go back.

Food here was great - very innovative fusion South Asian dishes. Was here for an event and had their berry mocktail (yum!) and black chicken tikka (my fave!), Lamb kebab, Batata Vada; dessert was Peach Rose Milk Cake - all were wonderful. Servers were great and explained all the dishes. Definitely coming back here!

Food : 5/5 Appetizer : 5/5 Tandoori Jhinga (shrimp) $19 Main course: Chicken Baryani: 5/5 $23 Drinks :5/5 Sunset $10 (I think over priced) Service : 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Price: 4/5 $$ $52 before tax ‼ I recommend it for you and your family The best Pakistani , Indian, Afghan cuisine in Los Angeles county

Food , service, environment was a 10/10. I had been eyeing this restaurant for quite awhile and I'm so glad I finally made the move to check it out. I'll definitely be back

Delicious Middle Eastern restaurant with a hint of Indian cuisines. Had the Dahi Puri appetizer, crispy shells filled with fresh yogurt and spices. We did a family style shared meals of the special eggplant (tomatoey delish!), chicken biryani seasoned basmati rice, chicken baked in a bread shell, slightly spicy but flavorful, Ossobuco (lamb) tender and spiced just right, Dosa which came with 4 chutneys and seasoned potatoes, garlic naan. Variety of menu is great, service was outstanding and very knowledgeable. We were so full (plenty of leftovers to take home) we had to share dessert peach rose milk cake, light, creamy and fresh (reminds me of tres leche). Beautifully decorated restaurant and quiet ambiance.

Parker was amazing. Very friendly yet professional and knowledgeable. Me and my friends loved the food. All the choices, spices and display. Some of the items were like a piece of art The decor was very elegant buz cozy. Darker colors and relaxing music. Perfect date night place but very shareable menu items and family friendly seating if needed. The service was very efficient and everything was served hot and fresh. We were impressed with non alcoholic cocktails and shots. Yes, shots. You can order tequilanor whiskey shot!!! It was explained to us that the "alcohol" is made exactly like the traditional one just skipping the fermentation process. Perfect place to enjoy a no hangover coctails!

Came here with my husband to try a tasting menu of 12-courses. Really love the ambiance here. Don't let the area fool you, once you step inside, it's like you've been transported to fine Desi dining. Everything was delicious! They have so many delicious menu items. I was thoroughly impressed with each bite. I really enjoyed the kulcha, puri, manu, chana, and dosa. There's free parking in the shared plaza. Our service was wonderful. I would definitely want to come back with my family.

Shor opened a few days ago and I decided to try it out on Valentine's Day. They are a fusion of Indian, Pakistani, and Afghan food. Husband and I ordered Dahi Puri (my favorite), Goat Cheese Naan, British Style Tikka Masala, Lamb Chops for the appetizers and main course. We ordered goat cheesecake and a dessert that looked like Gulab Jamun but in white color (sorry, I forgot the name but I got the photo!). We also ordered 3 mocktails. They were a bit on the sweeter side especially without ice. We had Costa as our server and he was super attentive. We appreciated how he described the ingredients that went into the dishes. We also love the decors of the restaurant. It's more of a romantic vibe with soft lights and music. It has a great ambiance for couples and family with older children. Food: Dahi Puri- They have a lot of depth. Each piece is a bite size. They are crunchy first, then there's slightly sweetened soft yogurt, they end with a light spicy note. I can't eat overly spicy food but the amount of spice was enough to give them a kick. They are light and delicate. Goat Cheese Naans- I love goat cheese and freshly baked naans. There goat cheese just melts in your mouth. British Style Tikka Masala- They aren't as creamy as the ones I have tried in other Indian restaurants. Costa explained that the chefs use organic ingredients and they avoid adding too much fat. It's also on a salty side but we didn't eat it with rice but plain naans instead. It might be a good option for people who enjoy a lighter version of Tikka Masala. Lamb Chops- I'm not a meat person but I took a few bites and enjoyed them. Husband loves them. They are very tender and juicy! Goat cheesecake- We have never had cheesecake with goat milk but they are delicious! They are less dense and sweet compared to regular cheesecakes. The dessert with white balls- They are very sweet like Gulab Jamun but more dense and grainy. I'm a big fan of Burfi so I appreciate their creamy and grainy textures. This really fixed my sweet tooth for the week!! Overall, their ingredient pairing is intriguing and excited my taste buds. Husband and I enjoyed their service as well. I wish the restaurant will do well and we will definitely return to try out other dishes.

Incredible food! Everything was absolutely delicious and the perfect temperature. I'll be texting again soon!

Was invited to the friends and family event soft opening by Chef Imran. If you love khan Saab, you will love shor. The menu is different, both the food and the dry bar. The vibe is great and the service is top notch. Another great addition to southern California for Pakistani food. It's a must visit.

I have had food at both sister restaurants and the food here is a little more special than khan Saab. The one thing that I am writing this review about is the sikh kabob. Phenomenal, but why when I ordered to go it was only three peices for 25 dollars, now that's just absurd. 7 dollars for not even 2 inches per sikh is kind of crazy and for to go. I'm sorry but biryani is the same price the ratio is not adding up. Just a heads up when u r ordering it

First time dinning at Indian Resto but completely amazed. The place is elegant and classy. The server assisted us what to order and we got all the best menu Shor can offer Food presentation is stunning and taste really good . We were assisted by Ren and he exceeded our expectations. This place is Highly recommend

We recently visited Shor restaurant to celebrate our anniversary with family. For appetizers, we ordered dahi puri and mantu, and for the main course, we had CTM, Chapli kabob, Shanwari chicken karahi, and Balochi chicken tikka. Unfortunately, the food was just okay--nothing special, which was disappointing considering their other branch, Khan Saab, is a Michelin Guide restaurant. On the positive side, the service was excellent, and the ambiance of the restaurant was great.

Ambiance was good, service was average. Most important aspect of a restaurant, food, was sub par. It is difficult for me to comprehend, how a restaurant can't serve good tasting food. Naan was good, I would not recommend Nihari or shrimp curry. Not a place to go to enjoy food.

Unbelievable new restaurant and staple for the community to be proud of and to support! Our second time coming from San Diego and we will be back inshallah for many more. From the moment you are welcomed in with a professional and great staff catering to the finest dining experience we have in long time . Guided through our meal and menu selection by the most experienced Mr. Costa was there for us to offer recommendations and pairings that made the experience even more memorable Please come and enjoy in the cities newest dining room and feel as at home as we did. Please request for Mr. Costa if you would like a first class guided tour through the flavours of the bazaar Thank you again !