Inspired by bazaar food stalls in Afghanistan, India and Pakistan, SHOR is set to open in Hawaiian Gardens in early 2024. The fresh concept is the brainchild of Chef Imran Ali Mookhi of the twice Michelin-Bib Gourmand-winning Khan Saab Desi Craft Kitchen.
SHOR–which will be located midway between Los Angeles and Orange County and named for a term synonymous with “noise” in Desi culture–aims to redefine the culinary landscape of contemporary Desi regional cooking. The cutting-edge dining experience will capture the spirit of the Desi region with lively, vibrant atmosphere, energy and cuisine found in Mumbai’s Chor Bazaar, one of the largest historical markets in India.
“Shaping the vision of SHOR has been a journey grounded in my upbringing amidst the vibrant culture of Pakistan and passion for elevating Desi cuisine,” says Chef Mookhi, in a press release. “Fueled by the success of Khan Saab, SHOR’s new location affords us the chance to captivate a wide-ranging audience, introducing them to an exciting blend of culture and cuisine that goes beyond the culinary expectations of the area.”
The interior provides diners a captivating experience, featuring a central bar backdrop, moody dining room and private dining areas decorated with a colors, textures and patterns inspired by alley markets.
The chef-driven menu features elevated renditions of global halal offerings, ranging from traditional dishes for the table (like naan and dal) to main courses showcasing a diverse range of curries and kabobs. The menu will also offer Afghani fare, celebrated for its expertise in meat preparation and showcased in dishes with seafood, veal, Australian Wagyu beef and more.
Executive Pastry Chef Mark Medina will oversee SHOR’s dessert offerings, each enriched with a Southwest Asian twist through ingredients like cardamom, tamarind and saffron and many offering an interactive or tableside presentation. To pair with the show-stopping bill of fare, Head Mixologist Ahmad Hosseini has developed a groundbreaking non-alcoholic beverage program in line with the alcohol-free halal tradition, ranging from mocktails to non-alcoholic wine to a unique water bar menu.
SHOR will be open Monday through Friday, from 4 to 10 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, from 2 to 10 p.m. For more information, visit www.ShorBazaarLA.com.
12155 E. Carson St.
Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716