Our Menu
Welcome to Essence of Kesar, where the essence of Indian cuisine is re-imagined with a modern twist. Our head chef s, Suraj Pawar s culinary journey through India has inspired a unique fusion menu that combines traditional flavors with contemporary flair. Savor our distinctive dishes, each thoughtfully crafted to bring a harmonious blend of heritage and innovation to your dining experience.
GF = Gluten Free
DF = Dairy Free
V = Vegetarian
VG = Vegan
Please confirm your spice level with the server when placing the order. Inform your server regarding any allergies or dietary needs. Some dishes can be made Dairy Free and Vegan. For parties of 6 or more a 20% service charge will be added to the bill. This menu is subject to change without any notice due to market availability.
GF - Gluten Free, VG - Vegan, *Best Seller
Vegetarian Small Plates
*Dahi Ke Kebab
Vermicelli-coated flavoured hung yoghurt.
$18.00
*Bharwan Mirchi (GF)
Stuffed long hot chilli with cottage cheese
$18.00
Paneer Makhani Bao Bun (GF, VG)
Charcoal smoked paneer, makhani mayo.
$16.00
*Spinach and Kale Chaat (GF)
Crispy battered fried spinach, yogurt mousse, tamarind mint gel | Vegan on request.
$16.00
*Dosa Balls (GF, VG)
Fried lentil dumpling served with gun powder chutney.
$16.00
Baingan Bharta with Anjeer Naan
Smokey eggplant dip with fig naan.
$16.00
Lilva Kachori
Crispy fried pastries filled with a mixture of green peas, onions, and spices.
$16.00
Paneer Chilli Mini Cones
Schezwan cones stuffed with cottage cheese.
$16.00
*Truffle Lasooni Cauliflower
Crispy golden cauliflower with goat cheese | Vegan by request.
$17.00
Firecracker Pani Puri
Diced potatoes, sweet and tangy water.
$16.00
Non - Vegetarian Small Plates
Tandoori Shrimp Balchao
Spicy grilled shrimp.
$20.00/4 Pieces
*Goan Chicken Cafreal
Chicken marinated in zesty green mixture.
$20.00
*Kerala Fried Chicken
Curry leaves infused fried chicken.
$20.00
*Tandoori Chicken Bao Bun
Pulled tandoori chicken with byadagi chilli mayo.
$21.00
*Tandoori Chicken Momos
Darjeeling style minced chicken dumplings.
$21.00
Lamb Dahi Vadа
Lamb croquette with yoghurt and mint sauce.
$22.00
Mutton Pepper Fry
Goat roasted in coconut and spices.
$25.00
Chettinad Calamari
Breaded calamari rings tossed with chettinad masala.
$20.00
Amritsari Fried Fish
Crispy Amritsari-style fish chunks.
$21.00
Spicy Mango Achari Wings
With spicy mango, smokey chipotle sauce.
$20.00
Tandoor
From Clay Oven
*Sikandari Lamb Chop
24 hours marinated new zealand lamb chop.
$35.00
Saloni Salmon
Hanged yoghurt marinated fish.
$26.00
Kakori Kebab (Chicken / Mutton)
$24.00 | $26.00 • Finely minced juicy meat and spices.
*Tandoori Mushroom
Chef's special ground herbs marinated mushroom.
$22.00
Chatpata Paneer Shashlik
10-spice herbs marinated cottage cheese.
$22.00
Sharabi Chicken Tikka
With mint and tamarind chutney.
$24.00
Vegetarian Large Plates
*Paneer Lasagna (GF)
Layered cottage cheese with spinach.
$26.00
Kerala Vegetable Stew (GF, VG)
Vegetable in tender coconut sauce.
$26.00
Masala Okra (GF)
Stir fried okra with onion masala.
$24.00
*Pindi Chole
Spicy and tangy chole cooked in whole spices.
$24.00
Kesar Malai Kofta (GF)
Saffron-infused malai sauce, apricot dumplings | Vegan by request.
$24.00
Paneer Tikka Masala (GF)
Paneer cooked in creamy tomato fenugreek sauce.
$24.00
Kadhi & Aloo Tuk (GF, VG)
Creamy yoghurt and gram flour curry with crunchy potato on the side.
$24.00
Palak Paneer (GF)
Creamy spinach gravy with cottage cheese.
$24.00
Konkani Eggplant (GF, VG)
Roasted eggplant with konkani sauce.
$24.00
House Special Dal Makhani (Black Lentils)
$22.00
Double Tadka Dal (Yellow Lentils)
Vegan by request.
$20.00
Non - Vegetarian Large Plates
*Champaran Ka Mutton
Mutton cooked in clay pot with Champaran masala.
$32.00
*Old Delhi Butter Chicken
Chicken in creamy tomato sauce.
$28.00
Lamb Shank Nihari
Slow-cooked braised lamb bone marrow.
$35.00
*Konkani Seabass
Sous vide seabass with kokam-infused Malvani sauce.
$35.00
Rajhasthani Laal Maas
Braised lamb in kashmiri chilly and yoghurt sauce.
$32.00
Lobster Moilee
Lobster in coastal-style curry.
$30.00
Afghani Malai Shrimp
Shrimp cooked in tender coconut malai and aromatic spices.
$30.00
Dhabba Matka Chiken
Spiced clay pot bone-in chicken.
$29.00
British Chicken Tikka Masala
Grilled chicken thigh in creamy tomato sauce.
$28.00
Vindaloo (Goan Curry)
Chicken $24.00 | Lamb $28.00
Korma (Creamy Almond)
Chicken $24.00 | Lamb $28.00
Breads
Kesar Butter Naan
$6.00
*Garlic Naan
$7.00
Onion Kulcha
$8.00
*Chilly Garlic Naan
$8.00
*Amritsari (Potato) Kulcha
$8.00
Whole Wheat Roti
$6.00
Laccha Paratha
$8.00
Amul Cheese Naan
$8.00
Biryani
*Thalassery Bamboo Chicken Biryani
$28.00
Goat Biryani
$32.00
Shrimp Biryani
$29.00
Desserts
Desi Kulfi Trio
$15.00
Chandni Chowk Ki Rabadi Jalebi
Funnel cake served with reduced fat milk.
$15.00
*Gajar Halwa
Carrot cooked in creamy milky sauce.
$15.00
Taro Ras Malai
Creamy soaked milk dumplings.
$12.00
Goan Bibinca
Multilayered caramel coconut pudding.
$15.00
Drinks
Mango Lassi
$8.00
Jaane - Mun (Jamun Drink)
$8.00
Jaljeera Mojito
$8.00
Solkadhi
$8.00
Sparkling Water
$7.00
Soda / Water
$5.00
11.30 am-3.00 pm Mon Fri (Take out ONLY)
Menu
Veg Punjabi Thali
Pindi chole, dal makhani, rice, butter naan.
$15.00
Non Veg Punjabi Thali
Butter chicken, dal makhani, rice, butter naan.
$16.00
North Indian Thali
Lamb rogan josh, dal makhani, rice, butter naan.
$18.00
Non Veg Biryani
Chicken Biryani $14.00 | Lamb Biryani $16.00
Fresh Vegetable Biryani
Mix vegetables, and cottage cheese.
$12.00
Jalapeño Samosa / Potato Samosa
Savory filled pastry, mint and tamarind chutney.
$7.00
Rose Rasmalai / Almond Gulab Jamun
$5.00
Mango Lassi / Jaane mun
$5.00