Shanmugas

Shanmugas has operated as a dedicated vegetarian restaurant (lacto-vegetarian) since 1998, serving both South and North Indian cuisine. Because the kitchen uses ghee and dairy, vegans must request modifications. Staff know the ingredients and can guide diners through the menu.

The restaurant is vegetarian, not vegan. Multiple HappyCow reviewers report that staff are knowledgeable about veganism and can accommodate requests. Dishes like plain dosa can be made vegan, and curries can be prepared without dairy if asked. Vegan options are not labelled on the menu, so discussion with staff is required.

The kitchen makes heavy use of ghee, paneer, curd, and buttermilk. Staff can prepare some dishes without dairy upon request, but the restaurant does not have a dedicated dairy-free preparation area. Vegan reviewers have successfully requested dairy-free versions of curries and dosas. Cross-contamination risk remains present in a shared kitchen.