Shimla Palace - Eastbourne

To start, Shimla advertises a takeaway service with free delivery within a 5-mile radius for orders over £15, but this is not true. I live 4 miles away and was told my area was not covered, so I had to pay extra for delivery through Uber Eats, which is still delivered by Shimla's own staff. Additionally, I chose this restaurant based on the 4.4 star reviews, but was disappointed with the quality of the food. The vegetables were tough and tasteless, the sauce was bland and watery instead of creamy and coconutty, and the paneer was rubbery with little flavor. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this restaurant for takeout or delivery as the Indian food I received did not taste authentic.

We had an amazing experience at this Indian restaurant! The food was absolutely perfect, we couldn't find a single fault. Despite visiting Eastbourne for years, we only recently discovered this hidden gem. The prawn purée was the best I've ever had, and the chicken in my main dish was so tender it melted in my mouth. I can't stop raving about it - this is the best Indian food I've had in years! The staff were incredibly efficient and friendly. Just thinking about it now is making me hungry. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend this restaurant.

We had a fantastic dining experience at Shimla and highly recommend it! The food was delicious, with options ranging from classic dishes like Chicken Tikka Masala to new selections from the chef's menu. The onion bhajis were particularly outstanding. The presentation of the dishes in new white china was lovely. The drink selection was great, and we appreciated that the coke came in a bottle. The decor was modern and comfortable, with clean seating. The staff, including the manager, were friendly and helpful, providing explanations of items on the menu. The restaurant is conveniently located just one block away from the promenade, making it an easy walk from our hotel, Best Western York House. The bill was reasonable, considering the quality of the food. Overall, we are thrilled to have discovered Shimla and give it a 5-star rating. We will definitely be returning on our next visit to Eastbourne.

I decided to treat my family to a good slap meal this was right on the money! The food was sublime every dish hit the spot!

Abdul and mohamed were so lovely. They even gave us complimentary drinks at the end. Very reasonably prices. Cant rate shimla highly enough. A must try..