Shiraz Indian Restaurant has been serving Indian food in Whangārei since 1996. Owner Jaswant (Jas) Singh Minhas, a chef from the Punjab, started working at the original Shiraz when he arrived in New Zealand and bought it in 1998. Today the Whangārei restaurant is at 58 Walton Street, with sister restaurants in Kamo and Dargaville. The menu covers curries, biryani, tandoori dishes and naan cooked in traditional tandoor ovens, with house favourites including butter chicken, lamb korma and prawn masala.
Why people eat at Shiraz
- Since 1996 – one of Whangārei’s longest-running Indian restaurants.
- Tandoor cooking – naan, meats and vegetarian dishes from traditional ovens.
- Three locations – Whangārei, Kamo and Dargaville.
- Takeaway and delivery – order online or through the Shiraz app.
- Lunch and dinner – lunch daily at Walton Street.
On the menu
Curries
Butter chicken, lamb korma, prawn masala and a wide range of other curries.
Tandoori and naan
Tandoori meats, vegetarian tandoori dishes and fresh naan.
Biryani and starters
Biryani and street food-style starters.
Who it’s for
- Families and groups
- Takeaway and delivery nights
- Anyone after a quick Indian lunch
Indian food in Whangārei
Indian restaurants are among the most popular takeaway and dine-in choices in Whangārei, and Shiraz has been part of the local scene for nearly 30 years.
Tips for visiting
- Use the app – for delivery and loyalty points.
- Book a table – online, especially on weekends.
- Check dinner days – confirm Tuesday and Wednesday dinner hours with the restaurant.
Hours and locations
Shiraz Whangārei is at 58 Walton Street, phone 09 438 3112. Lunch daily 11.30am to 2.30pm; dinner from 4.30pm (to 10pm Friday and Saturday). Shiraz also has restaurants at 571 Kamo Road, Kamo (09 435 5222) and 17 Hokianga Road, Dargaville (09 439 0024).
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shiraz in Whangārei?
58 Walton Street.
How long has Shiraz been open?
Since 1996. Owner Jas Minhas bought the restaurant in 1998.
Do they deliver?
Yes, through online ordering and the Shiraz app.
Are there other Shiraz restaurants?
Yes, in Kamo and Dargaville.
What are the house favourites?
Butter chicken, lamb korma and prawn masala.
Do they cook in a tandoor?
Yes. Naan, meats and vegetarian tandoori dishes are cooked in traditional tandoor ovens.
