Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 11:30 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
Local time in Newton Highlands: 3:13 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (617) 964-1029 to confirm.
Location & directions
1203 Walnut StNewton Highlands, MA 02461
About Shiva's Kitchen
Shiva's Kitchen is an Indian restaurant you'll find at 1203 Walnut St in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts. It is one of 2 places to eat and drink we list in Newton Highlands.
Shiva's Kitchen is open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM (closed Monday). Note that it closes between lunch and dinner service on 6 days of the week.
Shiva's Kitchen's menu features 89 dishes and drinks across 14 sections, including Dosa (V, GF, NF), From the Grill, Bread, Kids Menu, and Salads. Listed prices range from $3.00 to $22.00, with a typical item around $14.00. Menu highlights include Masala, Tandoori Vegetables (GF, NF), and Naan.
Available service options are curbside pickup, no-contact delivery, delivery, takeout, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, and it is a good fit for groups. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and comfort food.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free parking lot, free street parking, and paid parking lot. Reservations are accepted; call (617) 964-1029 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Indian Restaurant
- Address
- 1203 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461
- Phone
- (617) 964-1029
- Price range
- $20 to $30 per person
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM (closed Monday)
- Menu
- 89 items · $3.00–$22.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 1 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Indian restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Shiva's Kitchen’s weekday schedule with 51 other Indian restaurants in Massachusetts. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:30 AM, close to the local norm of 11:30 AM and closes at 9:30 PM, in line with the typical 10:00 PM.
In total it is open about 48 hours a week, 18 hours fewer than the local median of 66. 96% of Indian restaurants in Massachusetts open on Sundays, and Shiva's Kitchen is one of them.
Compared with 51 other Indian restaurants in Massachusetts that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Indian restaurants in Massachusetts
Based on 19 menus with 2,091 priced items from Indian restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $7.95 and $17.99.
At Shiva's Kitchen the median listed price is $14.00, close to the typical $14.00 for Indian restaurants in Massachusetts.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Gulab Jamun | 84% | $5.25 |
| Mango Lassi | 79% | $5.97 |
| Garlic Naan | 74% | $5.20 |
| Malai Kofta | 68% | $15.99 |
| Chicken Tikka | 63% | $18.00 |
| Chicken Tikka Masala | 53% | $17.98 |
| Chicken | 47% | $15.00 |
| Chana Masala | 47% | $16.55 |
Calculated from 19 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Shiva's Kitchen there are 7 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 31 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bakeries & Desserts (6), Pizza (4), Cafes & Coffee (3), and Chinese (2).
Shiva's Kitchen is the only Indian restaurant within a mile. The next closest is Masala Art, 3.2 mi away.
2 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- ChineseSichuan Gourmet House< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsIndulge< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeLàkon Paris< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexAnna's Taqueria0.1 mi
- Pizza57 Lincoln Kitchen0.2 mi
What to expect at an Indian restaurant
Indian and South Asian restaurants serve curries, tandoori dishes, breads and rice from across the subcontinent, plus Nepali, Pakistani, Bangladeshi and Sri Lankan specialties. North Indian dishes – butter chicken, tikka masala, naan – are the most familiar, while South Indian restaurants focus on dosas, idli and vegetarian thalis.
What to order
- Butter chicken or chicken tikka masala – the mildest and most popular curries
- Dal and chana masala – hearty vegetarian staples
- Biryani – spiced rice layered with meat or vegetables
- Garlic naan – baked in the tandoor
Good to know
- Spice levels are adjustable; “medium” varies widely between restaurants.
- Weekday lunch buffets offer the best value.
- Mango lassi helps cool things down if a dish turns out spicier than expected.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Shiva's Kitchen's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Is Shiva's Kitchen open on Sunday?
Yes, Shiva's Kitchen is open on Sundays: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Where is Shiva's Kitchen located?
Shiva's Kitchen is located at 1203 Walnut St, Newton Highlands, MA 02461.
What is the phone number of Shiva's Kitchen?
You can call Shiva's Kitchen at (617) 964-1029.
Does Shiva's Kitchen offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Shiva's Kitchen offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: curbside pickup, no-contact delivery, delivery, takeout, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Shiva's Kitchen?
The typical price range at Shiva's Kitchen is $20 to $30 per person. Menu prices range from $3.00 to $22.00.
Does Shiva's Kitchen take reservations?
Yes, Shiva's Kitchen accepts reservations.
Is Shiva's Kitchen wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating.
Is Shiva's Kitchen open late?
No, Shiva's Kitchen usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Shiva's Kitchen?
There are 31 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Shiva's Kitchen. Nearby options include Sichuan Gourmet House (< 0.1 mi), Indulge (< 0.1 mi), and Làkon Paris (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other Indian restaurants near Shiva's Kitchen?
None within a mile. The closest is Masala Art, 3.2 mi away.
How much do Indian restaurants in Massachusetts cost?
Based on 19 menus with 2,091 priced items from Indian restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $7.95 and $17.99.
