Flavours of Shimla (Shyama Shanti Restaurant

Name: Flavours of Shimla (Shyama Shanti Restaurant
Address: wasl port view building - Building#5 Shop#9 - near Ports Police Station, Bur Dubai, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971503050791

Bur Dubai

Vegetarian restaurant Open now 0 503 050 791

Flavours of Shimla is a pure-vegetarian restaurant in Bur Dubai focused on Himachali and North Indian cooking. Reviews point especially to its Himachali Dham and Siddu, served in a cosy setting with regional touches such as Himachali music and traditional caps for photos.

Reputation Score

4.8

★★★★★

273 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Himachali Cooking

The Dham, Siddu and other regional dishes are repeatedly described as authentic, home-style Himachali food.

Pure Vegetarian

The menu is completely vegetarian, with reviewers also noting options suitable for Jain diners.

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What to Eat at Flavours of Shimla (Shyama Shanti Restaurant

These items at Flavours of Shimla (Shyama Shanti Restaurant got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 5

Dhaam Net +13

“Had the weekend special Himachali Dhaam lunch. It was authentic Himachali vegetarian food. All the dishes were delicious, ambience is very cozy in an apartment overlooking a street, service is quick, and the Chef Rajendra personally ensuring a good experience is so appreciated. Wish you guys success & keep the quality of food high. Will surely return.”
Siddu Net +6

“A buch of us Himachali people landed up there to try the Dham and Sidcu. Were amazed by the flavor and the taste of the food. Was extremely authentic.”
Chole bhature Net +3

“Can’t miss their Chole Bhature.”
Aloo parantha Net +2

“Imagine starting your Dubai trip with a Punjabi-style Aloo Parantha—well, I did, thanks to these wonderful folks!”
Rajma Net +2

“The Siddu, a classic Himachali delight, is an absolute must-try, and their Rajma and Himachali Paneer dishes in the main course offer a deliciously authentic taste.”

Honorable mentions (28)

Pav bhaji Net +1

“North indian, South Indian, Chinese food options along with yummy chat n pav bhaji.”
Boondi meetha Net +1

“It was an absolute delight. The flavours, the aroma....it was as if I were actually having a 'dhaam' back home. Who could have thought of having sepo badi, madra, kadhi and boondi meetha in Dubai!!! Simply awesome!”
Chana kulcha Net +1

“Sidu, chana kulcha and the dham was outstanding.”
Choor choor paratha Net +1

“Choor choor paratha is a must try.”
Dry fruit falooda Net +1

“And for dessert, I indulged in the Dry Fruit Falooda, which was a sweet and creamy masterpiece. The combination of crunchy nuts, sweet vermicelli, and creamy kulfi was absolute bliss.”
Fresh naan Net +1

“From the fresh naan to the rich curries, everything was so well prepared and tasted amazing.”
Gol guppe Net +1

“Gol guppe reminded us of Delhi Chat flavors. Must Visit while in Dubai”
Gulab jamun Net +1

“- **Gulab Jamun**: For dessert, the Gulab Jamun was a perfect ending to the meal. It was soft, sweet, and melted in the mouth.”
Hakka noddles Net +1

“The food was extremely good. Hakka noddles were delicious.”
Himachali adraki aloo Net +1

“We tried himachali siddu, pahadi saag, himachali adraki aloo, masala soya chaap all were great.”
Himachali paneer Net +1

“The Siddu, a classic Himachali delight, is an absolute must-try, and their Rajma and Himachali Paneer dishes in the main course offer a deliciously authentic taste.”
Kadhi Net +1

“It was an absolute delight. The flavours, the aroma....it was as if I were actually having a 'dhaam' back home. Who could have thought of having sepo badi, madra, kadhi and boondi meetha in Dubai!!! Simply awesome!”
Kaju makhana Net +1

“Kaju Makhana was an amazing discovery today.”
Madra Net +1

“Madra, rajma, pahadi saagh Paneer is outstanding.”
Masala soya chaap Net +1

“We tried himachali siddu, pahadi saag, himachali adraki aloo, masala soya chaap all were great.”
Namkeen siddu Net +1

“I liked their Namkeen Siddu, the Stramed Momos are a must have and the Takatak Chaap was spicy indeed.”
Paani puri with ragda filling Net +1

“The staff and their service is very warm. Loved their Paani Puri with Ragda filling.”
Pahadi paneer Net +1

“We had an amazing experience, we tried the Himachal speciality and all of them very tasty and delicious.... Himachal Sidhu, Shimla Manali Highway Kulcha and Pahadi Paneer... Chef Rajendra was very helpful in suggesting dishes and preparing to perfection...”
Pahadi saag Net +1

“We tried himachali siddu, pahadi saag, himachali adraki aloo, masala soya chaap all were great.”
Pahadi saagh paneer Net +1

“Madra, rajma, pahadi saagh Paneer is outstanding.”
Paneer kulcha with chhole Net +1

“We had paneer kulcha with chhole and it was very yummy.”
Poha Net +1

“Super soft and balanced poha and chai will aloo parantha .. loved rhe experience”
Shammi Net +1

“Great food and service. Awesome addition to Dubai food scene. The Dham is outstanding. Shammi is very good!”
Shimla manali highway kulcha Net +1

“We had an amazing experience, we tried the Himachal speciality and all of them very tasty and delicious.... Himachal Sidhu, Shimla Manali Highway Kulcha and Pahadi Paneer... Chef Rajendra was very helpful in suggesting dishes and preparing to perfection...”
Stramed momos Net +1

“I liked their Namkeen Siddu, the Stramed Momos are a must have and the Takatak Chaap was spicy indeed.”
Takatak chaap Net +1

“I liked their Namkeen Siddu, the Stramed Momos are a must have and the Takatak Chaap was spicy indeed.”
Tandoori paneer sandwinch Net +1

“Must Try: chole bature & momos & tandoori paneer sandwinch. Absolutely amazing and tasty.”
Up thali Net +1

“We ordered the Dham Thali and the UP Thali, and both were outstanding.”

Drinks 2

Chai Net +1

“Super soft and balanced poha and chai will aloo parantha .. loved rhe experience”
Masala chai Net +1

“Nice atmosphere and friendly staff,Masala Chai is all time favorite.”

What to Avoid (2)

Food 1

Channa kulcha Net −1

“Didn’t find the Channa Kulcha interesting as the stuffing of Channa was cold.”

Drinks 1

Sweet lassi Net −1

“Sweet lassi, play don't order is very sad with kesar syrup”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Reserve Dham. Call ahead and reserve for the Dhaam experience, particularly at weekends when places can fill quickly.

Check Opening. Verify opening status before travelling, as one guest arrived to find it closed while Google showed it open.

Plan the visit

Practical details

wasl port view building - Building#5 Shop#9 - near Ports Police Station

Madinat Dubai Al Melaheyah - Al Mina, Dubai

0 503 050 791

Mon	9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Tue	9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Wed	9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Thu	9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Fri	9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sat	9:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sun	9:30 AM – 9:30 PM

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Common Concerns

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Opening Updates

A reviewer found the restaurant closed despite Google showing it as open, while neighbours said it had been inactive for months.

Table Cleaning

One review reported that tables outside remained uncleared for hours after customers had left.

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The Bottom Line

Flavours of Shimla is a pure-vegetarian restaurant in Bur Dubai with a clear focus on Himachali food alongside broader North Indian and snack options. The strongest reason to visit is the regional cooking: reviewers repeatedly mention Himachali Dham, Siddu, Madra and Pahadi Paneer, with some saying the food tastes like home or like being back in Himachal. Chaat, momos and North Indian staples give groups more familiar choices.

The Dham is the dish to plan around. One review says the weekend special is served as an authentic Himachali vegetarian lunch, while another recommends calling to reserve because weekend places can fill quickly. The restaurant’s setting adds to the theme, with Himachali music, colourful decor and traditional caps available for photos.

Reviewers also describe the staff as friendly and helpful when explaining unfamiliar dishes. There are a few practical cautions. Service was called slow in one review, and another reported uncleared tables and weaker air conditioning.

Pav bhaji received a specific poor review, so it may be safer to choose a different snack. Most importantly, check the opening status before setting out: a visitor found the restaurant closed even though Google listed it as open. Nearby RTA parking was reported as ample, and one guest arranged hotel delivery through WhatsApp late at night.