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MenuLunch Specials

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.

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GF - Gluten Free, VG - Vegan, *Best Seller

Vegetarian Small Plates

*Spinach and Kale Chaat (GF)

Crispy fried spinach and kale with yogurt mousse and tamarind mint gel | Vegan on request.
$16.00
*Spinach and Kale Chaat (GF) photo

Shahi Raj Kachori

Crispy pastries with sprouts, potatoes, and yogurt.
$16.00

*Dahi Ke Kebab

Crispy vermicelli-coated flavoured hung yoghurt.
$18.00

Tandoori Paneer Tikka Nachos

Topped with mint-tamarind chutney, Amul cheese, and pickled onion.
$16.00

*Dosa Balls (GF, VG)

Fried lentil spheres served with gun powder chutney.
$16.00

Paneer Makhani Bao Bun (GF)

Smoked paneer with makhani mayo stuffed bun.
$16.00

Cocktail Samosa

Fried pockets of potatoes and peas.
$16.00

*Truffle Lasooni Cauliflower

Crispy golden fried cauliflower with goat cheese | Vegan by request.
$17.00
*Truffle Lasooni Cauliflower photo

Firecracker Pani Puri

Crispy shells with potato filling and fiery tangy water.
$16.00
Firecracker Pani Puri photo

Assorted Papad Basket

$15.00

Non - Vegetarian Small Plates

Chef Special Chicken Lollypop

Chicken lollipop with the chef's signature sauce.
$22.00

Masala Chicken Quesadillas

Grilled tortillas stuffed with spiced chicken, cheese, peppers, and onion.
$20.00

Chicken Galauti Kebab

Melt-in-mouth minced chicken kebabs infused with royal Awadhi spices.
$20.00

Lamb Laal Maas

Rajasthani-style pulled lamb in a fiery red chilli.
$22.00

Spicy Schezwan Wings

Wings tossed in fiery Indo-Chinese Schezwan sauce.
$20.00

Amritsari Fish Tawa Tacos

Crispy Amritsari-style fish chunks with masala slaw.
$20.00

*Kerala Fried Chicken

Curry leaves infused fried chicken.
$20.00

*Tandoori Chicken Bao Bun

Pulled tandoori chicken in soft buns with a Byadagi chili mayonnaise.
$21.00

Bang Bang Shrimp

Crispy shrimp tossed in spicy chilli mayo sauce.
$20.00

Assorted Papad Basket

$15.00

Tandoor

From Clay Oven

*Sikandari Lamb Chop

24 hours marinated New Zealand lamb chop.
$35.00

*Tandoori Chicken Momos

Darjeeling style minced chicken dumplings.
$21.00
*Tandoori Chicken Momos photo

Curry Leaf Prawns

Curry leaves marinated prawns.
$20.00

Kakori Kebab (Chicken / Mutton)

$24.00 | $26.00 • Finely minced juicy meat and delicate spices.

*Kashmiri Stuffed Dum Aloo

Spiced stuffed baby potatoes roasted in a tandoor.
$22.00

Chatpata Paneer Shashlik

Cottage cheese marinated in 10-spice herbs.
$22.00

Sharabi Chicken Tikka

Chicken marinated with spiced sour cream.
$24.00

Tandoori Pomfret

Silver pomfret marinated with spiced sour cream.
$24.00

Vegetarian Large Plates

*Paneer Lasagna (GF)

Layered cottage cheese with spinach in a rich sauce.
$26.00

Sarson Ka Saag (GF, V)

Mustard greens with traditional punjabi spices.
$26.00
Sarson Ka Saag (GF, V) photo

Masala Okra (GF)

Stir fried okra coated in flavorful onion masala.
$24.00

*Pindi Chole (GF, V)

Spicy and tangy chickpeas cooked in whole spices.
$24.00

Kesar Malai Kofta (GF)

Apricot dumplings in saffron-infused creamy sauce.
$24.00

Paneer Tikka Masala (GF)

Grilled cottage cheese in tomato and fenugreek sauce.
$24.00

*Methi Matar Malai (GF)

Fresh fenugreek and peas in creamy cashew gravy.
$24.00

Palak Paneer (GF)

Cottage cheese simmered in smooth spinach gravy.
$24.00

Konkani Eggplant (GF, VG)

Roasted eggplant in konkani coconut sauce.
$24.00
Konkani Eggplant (GF, VG) photo

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 spices.
$32.00

*Old Delhi Butter Chicken

Tandoori chicken in creamy tomato gravy.
$28.00

Lamb Shank Nihari

Slow-cooked lamb bone marrow in hearty stew.
$35.00

*Konkani Seabass

Sous vide seabass in a kokam infused coconut sauce.
$35.00

Lamb Rogan Josh

Braised lamb in kashmiri chili and yogurt gravy.
$32.00

Lobster Moilee

Lobster simmered in south Indian coastal style curry.
$30.00

Afghani Malai Shrimp

Shrimp cooked in creamy coconut malai with aromatic spices.
$30.00

Dhabba Matka Chiken

Bone-in chicken cooked in a clay pot with flavourful bold spices.
$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

Biryani

*Thalassery Bamboo Chicken Biryani

$28.00

Goat Biryani

$32.00

Shrimp Biryani

$29.00

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

Desserts

Desi Kulfi Trio

A selection of three traditional Indian ice cream.
$15.00

Tele Wali Malai Kulfi

A selection of three traditional Indian ice cream.
$12.00

Chandni Chowk Ki Rabadi Jalebi

Funnel cake served with reduced fat milk.
$15.00

Taro Ras Malai

Creamy soaked milk dumplings.
$12.00

*Gajar Halwa

Carrot cooked in creamy milky sauce.
$15.00

Drinks

Mango Lassi

$8.00

Strawberry Lassi

$8.00

Lemonade Soda Pop

$8.00

Imli Sunset

$8.00

Kala Khatta Jamun

$8.00

Pink City

$8.00

Sparkling Water

$7.00

Soda

$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
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