Shamiana is an Indian restaurant in Golden Bay, in the Tasman district, with a Google rating of 3.2.
Indian cooking varies a great deal by region, so a good restaurant is clear about what it serves. Dishes range from creamy butter chicken and korma to sharper vindaloo, lentil dals, tandoor-baked breads and rice, and most are made to share. Ask the staff how hot a dish is and how it can be adjusted, and say so if you have allergies or are vegetarian, since many Indian menus offer good meat-free choices. Ordering a few dishes with rice and naan to pass around is a common way to eat. Regulars often ask what is freshest that day, and in a small area they ring ahead to check opening days and whether a table is free.
For locals and visitors around Golden Bay, Shamiana is an Indian restaurant to consider, and it is worth checking recent reviews before you go.