The story
Shababs stands as a proud bastion of Birmingham's Balti triangle. On Ladypool Road, diners take control of their meal, cooking their own balti at the table—a lively, interactive experience that yields incredibly flavorful curries. As creator Only Scrans puts it, "Shababs is a proud bastion of the Balti triangle, where you can cook your own balti and enjoy incredibly flavorful curries like the chicken tikka chili garlic masala." That dish—chicken tikka chili garlic masala—captures the kitchen's bold, traditional spirit. With its buzzy energy and deep local roots, Shababs is a genuine neighborhood treasure, embodying the hands-on, authentic character of Birmingham's Indian food scene.
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AI summary of what 1 dish mentions say about the food
Shababs’ chicken tikka chili garlic masala earns singular praise for its fiery, aromatic punch. The overall vibe is one of unpretentious, bold flavor that satisfies.
“The chicken tikka chili garlic masala is absolutely fantastic, really good spice. It's so simple but effective — I could make this at home! It's probably the best thing I've had today, flavor-wise — one big smash to the back of the head.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Shababs. Most active: Only Scrans
Shababs is a proud bastion of the Balti triangle, where you can cook your own balti and enjoy incredibly flavorful curries like the chicken tikka chili garlic masala.
Dishes mentioned
Chicken Tikka Chili Garlic Masala
The chicken tikka chili garlic masala is absolutely fantastic, really good spice. It's so simple but effective — I could make this at home! It's probably the best thing I've had today, flavor-wise — one big smash to the back of the head.
