Shanta's

Top choice in Georgetown


For more than a half century, simple Shanta's has been filling Georgetown's bellies with the best roti, curries and chokas (roasted vegetables) this side of India. It's unbelievably inexpensive considering how delicious the food is. Try everything.


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