Food Shines is a welcoming restaurant in Lowell, MA, known for serving satisfying meals with the kind of convenience, variety, and consistency that keep guests coming back.
Located at 277 Pawtucket St, this casual dining spot has built a strong reputation with a customer rating of 4.50 out of 5 from 277 reviews, reflecting the trust and appreciation it has earned from the community.
Whether you are stopping in for a quick lunch, settling in for dinner, or grabbing something on the go, Food Shines is designed to make every visit easy, enjoyable, and worthwhile.
What makes Food Shines especially appealing is the flexibility it offers. Guests can choose from kerbside pickup, no-contact delivery, standard delivery, takeaway, dine-in, or on-site services, making it a practical choice for nearly any schedule or preference.
The restaurant is known for fast service, which is a major advantage for busy customers who want quality food without a long wait. It also offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, catering, counter service, dessert, and comfortable seating, giving diners plenty of reasons to return at different times of day and for different occasions.
From solo dining to family meals and catered events, Food Shines provides a reliable experience that fits everyday life as well as special moments.
The menu is broad and thoughtfully put together, with options that appeal to a wide range of tastes and dietary needs. Guests can enjoy coffee, comfort food, healthy options, quick bites, small plates, vegan options, and vegetarian options, ensuring there is something for nearly everyone.
Accessibility is also a priority, with a wheelchair-accessible car park and wheelchair-accessible entrance, helping make the restaurant more convenient and welcoming for all guests. Additional comforts like a restroom on-site, a casual atmosphere, and flexible payment options including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments all add to the ease of the experience.
For those looking for a dependable restaurant in Lowell that combines speed, variety, and comfort, Food Shines stands out as a strong choice. It is the kind of place that makes dining feel simple and satisfying, whether you are picking up a quick bite, enjoying a relaxed meal, or arranging food for a larger gathering.
To learn more or place an order, customers can call +1 978-856-7032.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
5-piece boneless chicken deep fried in a homemade spiced batter served with homemade mint catni
Crispy mozzarella sticks served with side marinara sauce.
Small 6pc or Large 10pc
Crispy tenders sauted with green chillis, onions and spices
6pc
5pc tenders & fries served with side dressing
5 Pieces breaded Zing Wings and fries with side dressing.
1pc veg samosa, 4pcs Mo:Mo & Fries
2pc veg samosa, 4pc mo:mo, and 2 spring rolls
Roasted marinated chicken cooked with Indian spices
5pc boneless chicken deep fried a homemade spiced batter served with homamde mint chatni
Curried potatoes and peas-filled, coned-shaped savoury appetizer.
8 pieces homemade Kathmandu spiced dumplings served with homemade sauces.
8 pieces homemade dumplings fried to perfection.
8 pieces homemade steamed dumplings sauced in sesame and cumin sauce.
8 pieces homemade dumplings sauteed with green chilies, onions, and spices.
Fried Mo:Mo sautéed with peppers, onions in sweet chili sauce
8 pieces homemade dumplings fried and cooked in creamy tikka masala sauce.
8 pieces of our signature homemade fried dumplings sauteed in spinach gravy with onions, garlic, and spices.
8 pieces of our signature dumplings cooked with roasted cheese cubes and cashews.
8 pieces of our signature dumplings sauteed with peppers, onions, cheese cubes in chili sauce.
8 pieces homemade fried dumplings simmered in alfredo sauce with melted cheese.
6pc
1pc veg samosa, 4pcs Mo:Mo & Fries
2pc veg samosa, 4pc mo:mo, and 2 spring rolls
Savoury samosa w chickpeas, onion, tomato, cucumber, tamarind sauce.
Slightly fried 8 pieces homemade steamed dumplings with momo sauce.
Marinated shredded boneless chicken cooked creamt tomato sauce with butter and onions
Boneless chicken cooked with onion, garlic, spices and creamy tomato sauce
Marinates Shredded chicken cooked in creamy tomato and cashew nut sauce with spices
Cauliflower and potato cooked with spices, onions and tomatoes
Cheese cubes cooked in onions, tomato, & spinach gravy.
Green peas and roasted cheese cubes cooked in creamy sauce and spices
Chickpeas cookes with spices, tomatoes and onions
Boneless chicken cooked with onion, tomato and spices
Chicken pices and potatoes cooked in tangy & spicy sauce
Indo chinese fuison of flavor, chicken with with tomatoes sauce, served with basmati sauce
Cheese cubes cooked in creamy tomato sauce & spiced with cashew nuts
Boneless chicken cooked in spinach gravy with onions, garlic and spices.
Shrimp cooked with potatoes in tangy spicy traditional vindaloo sauce.
Shrimp cooked with onions, tomatoes & spices
Baked eggplant mashed & cooked with onions, peas and spices in creamy sauce
Shrimp cooked in coconut milk with onions, tomatoes, garlic and spices
Boneless chicken cooked in coconut milk with garlic, onions, tomato & spices
Chicken Braised with yogurt, spices and cashew nuts in thick gravy.
Assorted vegetables cooked with spices, onions & tomato sauce in coconut milk
Shrimp cooked in creamy sauce with onion, tomatoes, garlic and spices.
Yellow Lentils Cooked with onions, tomatoes and spices
Black lentils cooked with cream, butter, spices, garlic, onion and tomatoes
BOne-in meat cooked with onions, tomatoes, herbs and spices
Bone-in meat cooked with potatoes in tangy spicy vindaloo sauce
3pc homemade spice stuffed vegetable balls simmered in a homemade creamy sauce
Battered cauliflower cooked with garlic, pepper, onion and spices
Indo-chinese fusion of flavor battered paneer indian cheese cooked with tomatoes sauce, served with basmati rice
Marinated with homemade spicecooked in the tandoor oven served with the sizzlers vegetable and homemade dipping sauce
Boneless chicken thigh marinated with black paper and cream cheese cooked in tandoor and serve with sizzler vegetable and homemade dipping sauce
Bone in chicken marinated with homemade spices cooked in tandoor serve with sizzler vegetable and side of homemade sauce
Boneless chicken and royal basmati rice cooked with aromatic spices serve with serve with side of raita
Bone in goat meat and royal basmati rice cooked with aromatic spices serve with serve with side of raita
Mix vegetable and royal basmati rice cooked with aromatic spices serve with serve with side of raita
Pan sauteed thin noodles with house veggies.
Pan sorted thin noodles with shrimps and veggies.
4pcs chicken mo:mo, 2 spring rolls & chicken noodles.
4pc veg mo:mo, 2 spring rolls & veg noodles
6 pieces chili Mo:Mo, 2 spring rolls & noodles.
4pc shrimp mo:mo, 2 spring rolls & shrimp noodles
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Pasta, popcorn chicken, 2 zing wings
6pc mo:mo tikka masala, 1 naan bread & rice
6 pieces chili Mo:Mo, 2 spring rolls & noodles.
Shrimp stir fry with house spices, mixed vegetables, and accompanied by fried rice.
Sauteed chicken with a blend of spices and mixed vegetables, served along side fried rice.
Marinated beef stir fry with spices, mixed vegetables, and fried rice.
Sauteed brown chickpeas with fried rice, offering a satisfying combination of textures and flavors
Indian spices marinated breaded sweet and chili chicken cooked with mixed veg and fried rice
Juicy chicken tikka kebab with fragrant fried rice.
Succulent marinated chicken kebab paired with aromatic fried rice.
Juicy beef patty, tangy pickle, fresh onion, tomato, shredded lettuce, gooey American cheese, zesty homemade sauce, paired with either crispy French fries or crunchy onion rings.
Crispy chicken, homemade pickle, sliced tomato, sliced onion, shredded lettuce, American cheese, homemade sauce. Choose French fries or onion rings.
Roasted white meat chicken, onions, peppers, cheese and tikka sauce.
Roasted white meat chicken, onions, peppers, cheese and tikka sauce..
Cheese, cobes, pepper, onions and tikka sauce
Cheese, cobes, pepper, onions and tikka sauce
Homemade pizza sauce, pepperoni, and cheese.
Homemade pizza sauce, pepperoni and cheese.
BBQ sauce, onions, cheese and special marinated chicken
BBQ sauce, onions, cheese and special marinated chicken
Homemade pizza sauce and cheese
Homemade pizza sauce and cheese
Choice of bread, romaine, lettuce, American cheese with ceaser dressing.
Indian cheese cubes (paneer) sautéed with mix veggies and spices.
Home cooked special chicken sautéed with mix veggies and spices.
Homemade pizza sauce, broccoli, onions, peppers, tomato and cheese.
Homemade pizza sauce, broccoli, onions peppers, tomato and cheese.
Blue cheese, chicken tenders mixed with buffalo sauce & cheese
Blue cheese, chicken tenders mixed with buffalo sauce & cheese
Grilled fajita chicken, broccoli simmered in homemade alfredo sauce with melted cheese and 1 naan bread
Crispy chicken simmered in homemade marinara sauce and melted cheese.
Garlic buttered grilled shrimp sauted with broccoli, melted cheese in homemade alfredo sauce and 1 naan bread
Grilled fajita chicken, broccoli simmered in homemade alfredo sauce with melted cheese and 1 naan bread
Romaine Lettuce, Cucumbers, Onions, tomatoes, olives, bell Peppers With Choice Of Dressing And Toppings
Hear from our valued guests
Incredible food, service, ambiance - everything! Loved the momos & eggplant Bharta curry! Really can’t recommend this place more
This place is great! The muffins are like 80% top and really good. I got a wrap and the chicken was cooked to order. Everything was really tasty and the people here were nice
The BEST Indian food around, by far! The chicken is top quality which is important to me. Chicken Tikki, Aloo Goobi and the Yakisoda are all delicious. Huge portions, you’ll eat for days. The spring rolls and garlic nan are some of the best I’ve had. Favorite part is there the huge variety of food so always something for everyone, even picky kids! We always do take out. Location can be a pain with traffic (I’m over the bridge) but totally worth it.
Food was great Interiors looks beautiful and clean Service was great I will visit again someday
Took it to-go but the dinning area was clean and spacious. Forgot to take photos of the menu but the flavor layers are delicious and balanced. The spice just right to let the other seasonings shine through. The appetizer photoed has different spices under and in the breading. The goat vindaloo has a great kick. 11/10 great spot to stop!
My 2nd time ordering here and the food did not disappoint! I actually had to call them to let them know how DELICIOUS their food is! The goat Biriyani, okra dish (sorry forgot the name of it) and the momo's are A++!! Kudos!
Food was delicious! We had the palak paneer, Popeye momos, and garlic naan - can’t wait to try their other options when we come back. Two dishes could have served three. Very good price (less than $40).
STILL the BEST INDIAN place in Lowell. Every friday I get my Butter Chicken mild/medium with Naan and sometimes if I wanna splurge ill get the Chicken Momos! Staff are super friendly and attentive. My order is NEVER wrong except for 1 time they forgot my naan and not only did they call me right away but they gave me a free lassi which was OH SO GOOOOOOD! Strongly recommend, your missing out if you haven't at least tried this place yet.
We went there to eat after my son's graduation—a group of nine—and it was very convenient because they stayed open late. Jack did an excellent job taking care of us; the food was exquisite, the price was reasonable, and the service was top-notch. We will definitely be back.
I love the momos here—both jhol momo and fried momo are amazing! 😍 I also tried the Nepali food with rice and veggies, and everything was delicious. The pictures on the walls give such strong Nepali vibes 🇳🇵. All the staff are very kind and respectful 🙏 Highly recommended 👌
Common questions about Food Shines
Food Shines is located at 277 Pawtucket St, Lowell, MA 01854, United States, Lowell, MA, United States.
You can reach Food Shines by calling +1 978-856-7032.
Food Shines has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 277 customer reviews.
Food Shines features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Food Shines features the following service options: Kerbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Food Shines features the following highlights: Fast service.
Food Shines features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Food Shines features the following offerings: Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Quick bite, Small plates, Vegan options, Vegetarian options.
Food Shines features the following dining options: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating.
Food Shines features the following amenities: Restroom.
Food Shines features the following atmosphere: Casual.
Food Shines features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists.
Food Shines features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Food Shines features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs.
Food Shines features the following parking: Free parking lot, Plenty of parking.
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