Taj Mahal Scottsdale

4.8

274 Reviews

$30 and under

Indian

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Great for brunch
Good for business meals
Charming

Discover the Essence of Traditional Indian Cuisine at Taj Mahal Restaurant & Lounge. Located in Old Town Scottsdale, our North Indian fine dining restaurant invites you to indulge in a culinary journey like no other. Step into our dining room & let us whisk you away to the vibrant flavors of India. As the recipient of the Best Indian Cuisine award in The Valley, we take pride in our authentic Indian restaurant menu, featuring popular dishes such as Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken, Tandoori Chicken, & Garlic Naan. We also offer delectable vegan & vegetarian dishes & a wide range of drinks, including cocktails, wine, & beer. We invite you to visit us for Happy Hour for an unforgettable dining experience & an exceptional customer service!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:30 pm–11:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(480) 257-1791
Website
https://www.aztajmahal.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Gill Singh
Catering
We at Taj Mahal offer catering for any event. Call us for more info.
Private party facilities
Taj Mahal has the Ghandi Room that is private and seats 10-40 of your guests. Call us for more details .

Location
4225 N Craftsman Ct, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Neighborhood
Old Town Scottsdale
Parking details
3 story FREE parking BEHIND US OFF 5th Ave & Scottsdale Rd, then come on in through our back entrance
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Vegetable Platter$14.99
A combination of Vegetable Samosa, Veggie Pakora, and Onion Bhaji. All on one plate to enjoy!
Paneer Pakora$11.99
Traditional Indian Paneer cheese fried in chickpea flour
Tandoori Wings$19.99
Tandoori wings mildly spiced in ginger and mint, then baked in our Tandoori oven
Papadum$4.99
Crispy flat crackers made out of lentil flour
Vegetable Pakora$6.99
A variety of vegetables, chickpea battered and deep fried
Onion Bhaji Rings$8.99
Spiced onions battered in our chickpea flour, served with chutneys
Vegetable Samosas$8.99
Traditional Indian crispy filled pastry filled with potatoes, peas and spices
- 2 Pieces$6.99
Fish Pakora$11.99
Fish battered in our chickpea flour, and seasoned with Indian spices
Chicken Pakora$10.99
Boneless Chicken, mildly spiced in chickpea flour
Meat Samosa$11.99
Traditional Indian crispy filled pastry filled with minced Lamb and spices
- 2 Pieces$8.99
Ghobi Manchurian$14.99
Gobi Manchurian is an Indian Chinese fried cauliflower sautéed with many spices and soy

Taj Oven-Baked Naan Flatbread

Naan can be ordered as a starter and should accompany your main entrée

Garlic Naan$3.99
Naan with a subtle touch of garlic and cilantro
Aloo Pratha$5.99
Pratha stuffed with potatoes, peas, and mild spices
Keema Naan$7.99
Indian naan bread stuffed with mildly spiced minced lamb
Plain Naan$3.99
Plain white flour flatbread cooked in our Tandoor Oven
Cheese Naan$7.99
Naan bread stuffed with American cheese
Kabli Naan$5.99
Sweet naan cooked with nuts and raisins
Rosemary Naan$4.99
Naan delicately spiced with rosemary and garlic
Paneer Naan$7.99
Naan stuffed with traditional Indian Paneer Cheese
Alo Naan$6.99
Naan bread stuffed with mild spices, potatoes, and peas
Onion Naan$4.99
Naan stuffed with onions and mild spices
Roti$3.99
Whole wheat Indian bread
Taj Naan$6.99
Naan stuffed with Tandoori Chicken and onions
Bullet Naan$4.99
Naan cooked with sliced Serrano chiles to spice you up
Assorted Naan$16.99
An assortment of garlic, cheese, and onion naan. No Substitutions allowed

Soups

Yellow Lentil Soup$6.00
Yellow lentils with a unique touch of garlic and ginger
Lentil Soup$6.99
Delicately spiced black lentil in tomato sauce
Mulligatawny Soup$7.00
Mildly spiced black lentils with chicken, potatoes and peas

Treasures from the Tandoori Oven

Cooked in our clay oven, served on a plate over seasoned onions. Can be served as a starter or main entrée

Tandoori Chicken$22.99
Chicken leg, and breast marinated in our homemade yogurt with Indian spices and cooked in our Tandoori oven
Rack of Lamb$29.99
Rack of lamb (6) marinated with many spices, yogurt, and cooked to perfection in our oven. A must try!
Chicken Ginger Tandoori$17.99
Chicken breast rolled in fresh minced ginger and mint spices then skillfully baked in our Tandoori oven
Tandoori Fish$19.99
Mahi-Mahi marinated in indian spices and yogurt and cooked to perfection
Chicken Tikka$17.99
Chicken breast marinated in our yogurt and mildly spiced
Tandoori Mix Grill$29.99
Assortment of Chicken, Lamb, and Fish Tandoori specialties
Lamb Boti Kabob$25.99
Marinated in herbs and spices, cooked in our Tandoori clay oven

Chicken Specialties

One entrée is recommended per person. All dishes are made to order and can be served Mild, Mild-Med, Medium, Med-Hot, 1 Hot, 2 Hot, 3 Hot. Deanna's Pasta- Masala: Chef Gill's young daughter loves Pasta and Masala, so heput them together and it turned out delicious! So now youmay turn your Masala entrée or any other curry into a pasta dish, ask your server! add $3

Chicken Tikka Masala$22.99
Our Signature dish cooked with chicken breast in a creamy sauce with a blend of our Indian spices, garlic, and light ginger
Chicken Curry$16.99
Chicken cooked in our herbs and spices in a red tomato curry
Chicken Coconut$16.99
A blend of different Indian spices, herbs, and coconut milk that makes a creamy curry, without the dairy
Chicken Korma$22.99
Delicately spiced chicken cooked in yogurt, cream, and spices. Garnished with almonds and raisins
Chicken Bhuna$16.99
Chicken cooked in a thick tomato curry with fresh onions, bell peppers, and spices. Also known as Chicken Karahi
Chicken Makhni$16.99
Tandoori Chicken cooked in our signature masala sauce with fresh onions and bell pepper
Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)$16.99
Chicken breast marinated with extra garlic, ginger, and spices in a thick creamy curry sauce and cooked in Tandoori oven
Chicken Saag$16.99
Chicken cooked in pureed spinach and flavored mildly with ginger and many spices
Chicken Danskak$22.99
Chicken cooked in a creamy curry sauce with chunks of pineapple
Chicken Vindaloo$22.99
A popular tangy, spicy curry cooked with Chicken and potatoes
Chicken Veggie Curry$18.99
Chicken and Vegetables; carrots, peas, mushroom, zucchini, and potatoes in our herbs and spices in a red tomato curry

Lamb Specialties

Lamb Boti Masala$23.99
Lamb cooked in our Tandoori oven then put into our creamy signature curry made of garlic, ginger, and many spice
Lamb Curry$18.99
Lamb cooked in our herbs and spices, in a red tomato curry
Lamb Coconut$23.99
Lamb cooked in a blend of different Indian spices, herbs, and coconut milk that makes a creamy curry, without the dairy
Lamb Korma$18.99
Delicately spiced lamb cooked in yogurt, cream, and spices. Garnished with almonds and raisins
Lamb Bhuna$23.99
Lamb cooked in a thick tomato curry with fresh onions, bell peppers, and spices, also known as Karahi
Lamb Danshak$18.99
Lamb cooked in a creamy curry sauce with chunks of pineapple
Lamb Saag$18.99
Lamb pieces cooked into a pureed spinach and flavored mildly with ginger and many other spices
Lamb Vindaloo$23.99
Lamb slow braised in a popular tangy spicy curry with potatoes
Keema Mattar$23.99
Minced Lamb with Indian spices, peas, tomatoes, onions,and green chile
Butter Lamb$18.99
Lamb cooked with extra garlic, ginger, and spices in a thick creamy curry sauce
Lamb Veggie Curry$24.99
Lamb and Vegetables; carrots, peas, mushroom, zucchini,and potatoes cooked in our herbs and spices in a red tomato curry
Punjabi Goat Curry$23.99
Goat (with bone) braised in a rich fragrant blend of spices,and garlic-ginger sauce. Succulent!

Shrimp Specialties

One entrée is recommended per person. All dishes are made to order and can be served Mild, Mild-Med, Medium,Med-Hot, 1 Hot, 2 Hot, 3 Hot

Shrimp Masala$19.99
Our Signature dish cooked with shrimp in a creamy sauce made of a blend of our Indian spices, garlic, and light ginger. A must!
Shrimp Curry$23.99
Shrimp cooked in our herbs, and spices in a red tomato curry
Shrimp Coconut$23.99
Shrimp cooked in a blend of different Indian herbs and spices, and coconut milk that makes a creamy curry,without the dairy
Shrimp Korma$19.99
Delicately spiced shrimp cooked in yogurt, cream and spices. Garnished with almonds and raisins
Shrimp Bhuna$19.99
Shrimp cooked in a thick tomato curry with fresh onions,bell peppers, and spices; also known as Karahi
Shrimp Danshak$19.99
Shrimp cooked in a creamy curry sauce with chunks of pineapple
Shrimp Vindaloo$19.99
Shrimp in a popular tangy, spicy curry cooked with potatoes
Shrimp Saag$19.99
Shrimp cooked into a pureed spinach, flavored mildly with ginger and many other spices
Butter Shrimp$19.99
Shrimp cooked with extra garlic, ginger, and spices in a creamy curry

Fish Specialties (Mahi-Mahi)

Fish Masala$23.99
Our Signature dish cooked with fish, in a creamy sauce made up of a blend of our Indian spices, garlic, and light ginger. A must!
Fish Curry$23.99
Fish cooked in our spices, and herbs in a red curry
Fish Coconut$18.99
A blend of different Indian herbs and spices, and coconut milk that makes a creamy curry without the dairy
Fish Korma$18.99
Delicately spiced Fish cooked in yogurt, cream, and spices. Garnished with almonds and raisins
Fish Bhuna$18.99
Fish cooked in a thick tomato curry with fresh onions, bell pepper, and spices
Fish Saag$18.99
Fish cooked in pureed spinach, flavored mildly with ginger and many spices. A Punjabi Favorite!
Fish Vindaloo$23.99
A popular tangy, spicy curry cooked with fish and potatoes
Butter Fish$23.99
Fish cooked with extra garlic, light ginger, and spices in a creamy curry

Taj Biryani and Rice

Peas Pulao$6.99
Succulent basmati rice sautéed with turmeric, onion, peas, almonds, and raisins
Basmati Rice
- Small$0.99
- Medium$1.99
- Large$3.99
Vegetable Biryani$19.99
Basmati rice with fresh vegetables, herbs, almonds and raisins
Chicken Biryani$17.99
Chicken cooked with basmati rice, herbs, green peas, almonds, and raisins
Lamb Biryani$19.99
Lamb pieces cooked with basmati rice, herbs, green peas, almonds and raisins

Vegetarian Specialties

One entrée is recommended per person. All dishes are made to order and can be served Mild, Mild-Med, Medium, Med-Hot, 1 Hot, 2 Hot, 3 Hot

Vegetable Korma$15.99
Mixed vegetables cooked in homemade yogurt, cream, and spices. Garnished with almonds and raisins
Saag Paneer$18.99
Spinach cooked with Indian Paneer cheese in yogurt and lightly spiced
Paneer Masala$15.99
Homemade cheese cooked in a creamy sauce with garlic, ginger, and onions
Mattar Bhartha$14.99
Tandoori Eggplant cooked with herbs, onions, and peas
Mushroom Mattar$18.99
Mushrooms and peas cooked in a creamy masala spiced sauce
Chana Saag$18.99
Pureed Spinach, chickpeas cooked with spices and light yogurt
Dahl Makhni$18.99
Lentils cooked with bell pepper, tomatoes, and light cream
Saag Mattar Bhartha$18.99
Spinach and Tandoori Eggplant cooked with herbs, peas and onions
Pakora Masala$18.99
Vegetable fritters cooked in a creamy sauce with nuts
Punjab Paneer Bhurji$18.99
Paneer bhurji is a famous North Indian breakfast recipe made from crumbled grated paneer cooked in spicy tomato gravy
Punjabi Egg Curry or Egg Bhurji$14.99
An egg curry cooked in our special spiced sauce

Vegan Specialties

Vegetable Coconut$18.99
Mixed veggies; carrots, peas, mushroom, zucchini, and potatoes in a coconut sauce, with garlic, ginger, and spices
Vegetable Curry$13.99
Mixed vegetables; carrots, peas, mushroom, zucchini, and potatoes in a mildly spiced sauce
Chana Masala$18.99
Chickpeas cooked in a curry full of flavor
Aloo Mattar$13.99
Potatoes and peas cooked in a tomato curry
Aloo Ghobi$13.99
Cauliflower and potatoes cooked with herbs and spices
Alo Chole$13.99
Chickpeas and potatoes cooked into a tomato gravy with spices
Mushroom Bhaji$13.99
A blend of fresh mushrooms, onions, and Indian spices
Dahl$18.99
Lentils cooked with garlic, ginger and tomatoes
Sag Aloo$18.99
Spinach and potatoes cooked with herbs and spices; with or without cream
Punjabi Dahl Tarka$14.99
Punjabi traditional Lentils cooked with extra ginger, garlic, onion, and spices
Bhindi Masala$13.99
Okra cooked with onions, tomatoes and spices

Taj Sides

Taj Salad$5.99
Mixed tossed salad, tomatoes, and cucumbers, served in our homemade raita yogurt dressing and seasoning
Masala Sauce$5.99
Our signature masala curry made with the perfect blend of spices
Half Side Saag$8.99
A traditional Indian dish cooked spinach with spices
Half Side Dahl$6.99
Indian lentils cooked with garlic, ginger, and spices
Side Chile Onion Salad$2.00
Side of serrano chile, sliced onions with spices and lemons
Mango Chutney$2.99
Sweet Mango Chutney
Achar$4.99
Indian spicy pickles
Raita$2.49
Grated Cucumbers, carrots and spices in our yogurt

Indian Desserts

Kheer Rice Pudding$4.99
Flavorful rice pudding made with milk, cardamon, almonds and raisins
Gulab Jamun$4.99
Golden fried balls of milk pastry soaked in sweet syrup
Kulfi$5.99
A traditional Indian ice cream. Ask server for available flavors

Beverages

Iced Tea$3.99
Black tea leaves brewed with different spices. Refreshing!
Indian Lassi$4.99
Delicious traditional Indian drink made with yogurt. Mango, coconut, strawberry, salty, sweet
Chai Tea- Masala Tea$3.99
Indian Tea made with milk, cardamon, and cloves. Served hot or cold

Pepsi Cola Soft Drinks

$2.99

Pepsi Cola
Diet
Root Beer
Pink Lemonade
Sierra Mist
Dr Pepper

Juice & Other Drinks

$3.99

Orange
Cranberry
Pineapple
Mango
Red Bull
Ginger Beer
Perrier

What 274 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Taj Mahal Scottsdale offers "the best Indian food in the valley" with standout dishes like Chicken Tikka Masala and Lamb Boti Masala. The "amazing" atmosphere and "friendly service" enhance the dining experience, making it a "Go To" spot for Indian cuisine lovers. It's a must-visit for authentic flavors.

274 Reviews

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diane
Chicago
73 reviews
vip
4.0
73 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service we both very good. Our server explained the spice levels and was attentive with out being intrusive. We ordered the cauliflower curry for an appetizer, it was amazing! They have at least 8 different Nan Bread choices and they are so light and tasty. We will be going back. Great food for a reasonable price based on the high quality. This is not a buffet and worth the visit.
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Mark
Seattle
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great selection and just the perfect spice! Service was excellent and the choices were very broad. We loved all the various naan bread choices (try the rosemary!).
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maru
Phoenix
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always an excellent costumer service and delicious food!!!!
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Samantha
Houston
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food but portions were small. I was charged for rice, which is normally included in the tikka masala I ordered.
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Paul
Tucson
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Waitress was friendly and engaging but surprisingly took over 45 min to bring any food out - no papadam or anything to snack on in the interim. Price is the highest of any Indian restaurant I've seen in North America.
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Diana
Phoenix
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was out of this world good! Owner was fun and made our visit even more enjoyable!
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vivtoria
Central Coast
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food! Friendly service! We would definitely return.
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GeorgeP
Washington DC
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great location and easy to get to period. Very expensive menu with selection of dishes you would expect for a nice Indian restaurant. Food was well prepared with generous portions and very flavorful and reasonably priced. Would definitely go again
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MrSpencer
Phoenix
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I recently had the pleasure of dining at an Indian restaurant that exceeded all my expectations. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with traditional decor that added a touch of elegance. The establishment was impeccably clean, which made for a comfortable and pleasant dining experience. The service was outstanding, with friendly and attentive staff who were more than happy to provide recommendations and ensure our meal was perfect. Gil and Oscar were entertaining the entire night. Now, onto the food: The Chicken Tikka Masala was a standout dish, featuring tender pieces of chicken in a creamy, flavorful tomato-based sauce. It had just the right amount of spice, making it a delight for the taste buds. The Butter Naan and Jalapeños Naan were the perfect accompaniments. The Butter Naan was soft, fluffy, and buttery, while the Jalapeños Naan added a delightful kick with its spicy, tangy jalapeño slices. The Chicken Bhuna was another highlight. The chicken was cooked to perfection, and the bhuna sauce was rich and aromatic with a deep, savory flavor. It paired wonderfully with the naan and rice. Finally, the Lamb Boti Masala was a treat. The lamb was succulent and cooked just right, enveloped in a rich and creamy masala sauce that was both comforting and indulgent. Overall, this restaurant provided an exceptional dining experience with its delicious food, welcoming atmosphere, cleanliness, and excellent service. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy authentic Indian cuisine.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and some of the friendliest service we’ve experienced while in Scottsdale/PHX. We’ll definitely return the next time we’re visiting the area!
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FAQs

Taj Mahal Scottsdale does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Taj Mahal Scottsdale also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 257-1791.

Taj Mahal Scottsdale is rated 4.8 stars by 274 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

4225 N Craftsman Ct, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Additional information

Neighborhood
Old Town Scottsdale
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri 3:30 pm–11:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
3 story FREE parking BEHIND US OFF 5th Ave & Scottsdale Rd, then come on in through our back entrance
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Gill Singh
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.aztajmahal.com/
Phone number
(480) 257-1791
Catering
We at Taj Mahal offer catering for any event. Call us for more info.
Private party facilities
Taj Mahal has the Ghandi Room that is private and seats 10-40 of your guests. Call us for more details .

Taj Mahal Scottsdale

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Vegetable Platter$14.99

Paneer Pakora$11.99

Tandoori Wings$19.99

Papadum$4.99

Vegetable Pakora$6.99

Onion Bhaji Rings$8.99

Vegetable Samosas$8.99

Fish Pakora$11.99

Chicken Pakora$10.99

Meat Samosa$11.99

Ghobi Manchurian$14.99

Taj Oven-Baked Naan Flatbread

Garlic Naan$3.99

Aloo Pratha$5.99

Keema Naan$7.99

Plain Naan$3.99

Cheese Naan$7.99

Kabli Naan$5.99

Rosemary Naan$4.99

Paneer Naan$7.99

Alo Naan$6.99

Onion Naan$4.99

Roti$3.99

Taj Naan$6.99

Bullet Naan$4.99

Assorted Naan$16.99

Soups

Yellow Lentil Soup$6.00

Lentil Soup$6.99

Mulligatawny Soup$7.00

Treasures from the Tandoori Oven

Tandoori Chicken$22.99

Rack of Lamb$29.99

Chicken Ginger Tandoori$17.99

Tandoori Fish$19.99

Chicken Tikka$17.99

Tandoori Mix Grill$29.99

Lamb Boti Kabob$25.99

Chicken Specialties

Chicken Tikka Masala$22.99

Chicken Curry$16.99

Chicken Coconut$16.99

Chicken Korma$22.99

Chicken Bhuna$16.99

Chicken Makhni$16.99

Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)$16.99

Chicken Saag$16.99

Chicken Danskak$22.99

Chicken Vindaloo$22.99

Chicken Veggie Curry$18.99

Lamb Specialties

Lamb Boti Masala$23.99

Lamb Curry$18.99

Lamb Coconut$23.99

Lamb Korma$18.99

Lamb Bhuna$23.99

Lamb Danshak$18.99

Lamb Saag$18.99

Lamb Vindaloo$23.99

Keema Mattar$23.99

Butter Lamb$18.99

Lamb Veggie Curry$24.99

Punjabi Goat Curry$23.99

Shrimp Specialties

Shrimp Masala$19.99

Shrimp Curry$23.99

Shrimp Coconut$23.99

Shrimp Korma$19.99

Shrimp Bhuna$19.99

Shrimp Danshak$19.99

Shrimp Vindaloo$19.99

Shrimp Saag$19.99

Butter Shrimp$19.99

Fish Specialties (Mahi-Mahi)

Fish Masala$23.99