Shanaz of Lewes

Shanaz of Lewes is a long-established Indian restaurant and takeaway sitting right in the heart of the East Sussex county town. A fixture of the local dining scene for two decades, it has built a following among Lewes households who return for its warm, attentive service and a kitchen happy to dial the spicing up or down to suit each table. You can settle into the traditional dining room or order to collect and carry home, with delivery available across the town too.

The menu runs through the full range of British-Indian favourites, from a smoky Chicken Tikka starter to richly spiced curries and a much-praised Mutton Masala, all backed by freshly baked naan breads to share. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices feature throughout. Reviews are mixed but lean positive, with regulars singling out the friendly welcome and generous, flavourful plates while the occasional visitor finds it uneven. For a familiar sit-down or takeaway curry in central Lewes, it remains a dependable long-runner.