# Original Shinwari, Birmingham — Reviews & Opening Hours > Original Shinwari — Restaurant in Birmingham with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 1,076 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/birmingham/restaurants/original-shinwari (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant # Original Shinwari Sparkbrook, Birmingham [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9229790859179791293&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Original Shinwari Restaurant](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/100792371678920502548) **In short:** Original Shinwari is a restaurant in Birmingham, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,076 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Original Shinwari Original Shinwari serves Afghan cuisine on Stratford Road in Sparkbrook. The menu centres on dishes such as Afghani tikka, lamb karahi and chapli kebabs. The restaurant takes bookings and accommodates children and groups. It holds a five-star food hygiene rating. Google reviewers note generous portions and reasonable prices, alongside praise for service and the dining atmosphere. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Original Shinwari's own website](http://originalshinwari.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 2:00 – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 2:00 – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 2:00 – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 2:00 – 11:00 PM **Friday** 2:00 – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 2:00 – 11:00 PM **Sunday** 2:00 – 11:00 PM ## What's nearby - HEJA MOTORS next door - Ladypool Primary School next door - St Agatha's C of E Church 150m away - ALDI 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and authentic Shinwari cuisine, especially the flavorful Afghani tikka, tender lamb karahi, and juicy chapli kebabs. They also highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the excellent, attentive service from the staff. Many mention the reasonable prices and generous portions, making it a great value for families. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (1,076 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Birmingham Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1813562). [More restaurants in Birmingham](https://staycation.co.uk/birmingham/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (1,076 reviews) [Visit official website](http://originalshinwari.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [0121 574 7144](tel:01215747144) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Birmingham **Plus Code** 9C4WF46G+Q5 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Birmingham Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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