Flavor Of India: Menu Santa Monica

Appetizers
IDLI Steamed cake. A staple of South Indian fare. Very light and delicious. Made with ground rice and lentils, very good choice for appetizer. Served with sambar (lentil soup) and coconut chutney.	4.95
SEV PURI Crisp homemade wheat wafers topped with onions, potatoes light chili chutney, tamarind chutney and sprinkled with sev (homemade chickpea crispy noodles) ~ excellent.	5.95
SAMOSA This vegetarian turnover is the most popular snack throughout India. Stuffed with potatoes, peas, spices and herbs with a side of tamarind chutney.	4.00
MURGHI KI CHAT Tender pieces of boneless chicken tossed with potatoes, three chutneys and chat masala (special blend of spices)	6.95
SHRIMP PAKORA Shrimp marinated with ginger, light green chili and cilantro	8.95
FISH PAKORA ~ Vince's favorite Fresh fish of the day. Marinated and served with sweet tomato chutney.	8.95
BHEL PURI India's most popular railway snack. Made from puffed rice, potatoes onions, crushed wafers, sev (crispy noodles) mixed with three chutneys, lime. Garnished with cilantro.	5.95
UTTAPAM A popular south Indian semolina griddlecake. Topped with onion, fresh tomatoes, light green chili and cilantro. Served with coconut chutney.	6.95
VEGETARIAN PAKORA Spinach, cauliflower, potato fritters served with homemade sweet tomato chutney.	6.95
CHUTNEY SAMPLER Three homemade chutneys of the day. Served with wheat flour chips.	5.95
ONION BHAJI Onion fritter seasoned with ginger and spices	6.95
ALOO TIKKI ~ Indian Latke! Indian potato pancake topped with chopped onions, tamarind and green chili Chutney.	6.95
CHICKEN PAKORA Marinated all white chicken fritters. Served with homemade sweet tomato chutney.	8.95
Soups and Salads
BEGAN SALAD ~ Owner chef Darshan�s favorite Sauteed Japanese eggplant topped with a seasoned tomato sauce and ginger garlic yogurt.	6.95
FRESH GREEN SALAD Fresh lettuce, cucumber, and tomato. With homemade cumin cilantro dressing.	4.95
VEGETARIAN SOUP Mixed vegetables and lentils with ginger, chili, tomato and cilantro.	4.95
CHICKEN SOUP Flavored with onion, ginger, garlic and spices with basmati rice, spinach leaves, garnished with tomato and cilantro.	5.95
VEGETARIAN PANEER SALAD Mushroom, paneer, lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes and onion. Tossed with Homemade cumin cilantro dressing.	8.95
TANDOORI CHICKEN SALAD Tandoori chicken, mushrooms and paneer on a bed of lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, onions, a dusting of sev (chickpea noodles) with homemade dressing.	10.95
TANDOORI SEAFOOD SALAD LUNCH Your choice of tandoori fish or shrimp, mushrooms and Paneer on a bed of lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, onions, a dusting of sev (chick pea noodles) with home made dressing. Served with onion naan.	13.95
Vegetarian Entrees
VEGETABLE OF THE DAY ~ Chef's choice	9.95
DAL OF THE DAY We offer a different lentil every day.	8.95
MIXED VEGETABLE SABZI Cauliflower, carrots, potatoes and green peas. Saut�ed with onions, ginger and green chills.	9.95
BEGAN BHARTHA A puree of tandoor baked eggplant, saut�ed onions, fresh tomatoes, ginger and green chili.	9.95
SAAG ALOO Pureed spinach leaves and bite-sized potatoes, saut�ed with onions, ginger and green chills.	9.95
SAAG PANEER Pureed spinach leaves, and cubes of paneer, cooked with onions, ginger and green chills.	10.95
ALOO GOBI Cauliflower and potatoes, saut�ed with fresh tomatoes, ginger, green chili and ground coriander.	9.95
ALOO MATTER Potatoes and green peas prepared with tomatoes, green chilis ginger and herbs.	9.95
CHANA MASALA Indian chickpeas prepared in the northern Indian style with onion, ginger garlic and fresh tomato.	9.95
MAKHNI PANEER ~ Paneer is a homemade farmers cheese. Paneer and mushrooms cooked in a fresh tomato saffron sauce.	10.95
SHAHI PANEER ~ A traditional dish of the Punjab. Paneer, nuts, raisins cooked with fresh tomatoes, ginger and garlic with fenugreek.	11.95
MALAI KOFTA ~ Fresh ground vegetable balls with raisins, nuts, cooked in fresh tomato, onion, ginger, garlic, saffron and fenugreek.	11.95
Thali (Vegetarian plate)
VEGETARIAN THALI Two vegetables of your choice from the vegetable menu. Comes with dal, rice, raita, kachumber and naan.	14.95
Tandoori Specialties Cooked in a tandoor (clay oven) on a skewer. Served with homemade mint yogurt cilantro chutney.
TANDOORI CHICKEN Half chicken baked on the bone. Marinated overnight in a mild yogurt masala.	10.95
CHICKEN TIKKA Boneless pieces of chicken marinated in a homemade sauce. Made from garlic, ginger, cilantro and Spices.	11.95
MIRCHI TIKKA (Hot and spicy) Boneless tandoori cooked chicken marinated with spices, cayenne, and lime juice.	12.95
TANDOORI FISH Mildly marinated fresh fish of the day. Served with onion and tomato.	15.95
TANDOORI SHRIMP Jumbo shrimp mildly marinated with garlic, cilantro and black pepper and served with rice.	14.95
SEEKH KABOB Minced lamb mixed with onion, green chili and herbs on skewer.	11.95
LAMB BOTI KABOB Mildly marinated boneless pieces of tender lamb.	12.95
TANDOORI MIXED FLAVOR ~ (for one) An assortments of chicken tikka, tandoori chicken, seekh kabob, lamb boti, and tandoori shrimp. Served with naan bread.	16.95
RACK OF LAMB ~ cooked in a tandoor (clay oven) on a skewer. Rack of Lamb mildly flavored with garlic, ginger, and spices served with rice of the day, kachumber, salad, and mint chutney.	19.95
Non ~ Vegetarian Curries
BONELESS CHICKEN CURRY ~ Boneless pieces of chicken prepared in a traditional sauce. Made from tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger and spices.	11.95
CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA Marinated, tandoor cooked boneless chicken, served with a tomato fenugreek saffron sauce ~ delicious.	12.95
LAMB CURRY Boneless pieces of lamb prepared with tomato, onion, ginger, garlic and freshly ground spices.	13.95
SHRIMP CURRY Shrimp prepared with onion, ginger, fresh tomato and coconut milk.	16.95
FISH CURRY Fresh fish of the day prepared with onion, ginger, garlic fresh tomato and coconut milk.	16.95
LAMB KORMA Boneless pieces of lamb prepared with tomato, onion, ginger, garlic raisins, nuts and creamy sauce	13.95
CHICKEN KORMA ( Mild ) Boneless chicken prepared with raisins, nuts, onion, tomato, ginger,garlic, and creamy sauce.	12.95
LAMB VINDALOO ( SPICY ) ** Boneless pieces of lamb and potatoes prepared in a spicy sauce made from tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, lime juice and chili.	12.95
CHICKEN VINDALOO ( SPICY ) ** Boneless pieces of chicken and potatoes prepared in a spicy sauce made from tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, lime juice and chili.	12.95
SPECIAL REQUEST - Lamb Saag. chicken sagg	ask
Flavor Of India Specialties
CHICKEN CURRY OF THE DAY ~ These curries are cooked in the traditional Northern Indian style on the bone. We prepare a fresh curry daily.	12.95
DALLA CHICKEN Chicken is first poached with onion, ginger, green chili's and spices. Then saut�ed, with dry mango powder, coriander and cayenne.	11.95
CHICKEN FRANKIE ~ A very popular Bombay specialty. Chicken masala cooked with fresh herbs and spices, wrapped in a homemade tortilla (roti) with two chutney and onions.	9.95
LAMB FRANKIE Lamb masala cooked with onion, ginger, green chili and fresh ground spices. Wrapped in a homemade tortilla (roti) with two chutneys and onions.	10.95
ALOO GOBI FRANKIE Cauliflower, potatoes, chili and spices. Stuffed in a homemade tortilla with two chutneys and marinated onions.	9.95
MASALA DOSA ~ A south Indian crispy crepe. Made with rice and lentil flour. Filled with spiced potatoes. Served with samber (lentil soup) and a side of coconut chutney.	9.95
Tandoori Breads and Rice
PASHWARE NAAN A naan stuffed with paneer (home made mild farmers cheese) with raisins, nuts and baked in the tandoori oven. Served with a side of fruit chutney.	4.25
CHICKEN NAAN Naan stuffed with tandoor cooked, marinated chicken served with sweet tomato chutney.	4.95
LAMB NAAN Naan stuffed with minced lamb, finely chopped onion and cilantro. Baked in the tandoor. Served with a side of fruit chutney.	5.95
TANDOORI ROTI Whole wheat unleavened bread cooked in the tandoori.	2.95
CHAPATIS Whole wheat bread cooked on an iron griddle and finished on an open flame.	2.95
NAAN ~ Classic leavened bread. Made with white flour and baked in the tandoori.	2.95
GARLIC NAAN Naan topped with chopped garlic, cilantro and baked in the tandoori.	3.75
ONION NAAN Naan stuffed with finely chopped onion baked in the tandoori.	3.95
PRATHA Whole wheat unleavened bread topped with butter baked in tandoor.	3.95
ALOO PRATHA Whole-unleavened bread filled with spiced mashed potatoes cooked in the tandoor. Served with mint chutney.	3.95
RICE OF THE DAY ~ Made fresh daily. Basmati rice prepared with the chef's selection of vegetables.	4.95
BASMATI RICE Steamed imported rice.	2.95
Lunch Specials
CHICKEN CURRY LUNCH Your choice of boneless chicken curry or chicken curry of the day (on the bone). Served with dal of the day, rice, naan and salad.	10.95
LAMB CURRY LUNCH Lamb curry, served with dal of the day, rice, naan and salad.	11.95
CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA LUNCH Chicken tikka masala. Served with dal of the day, rice, naan and salad.	11.95
LAMB BOTI MASALA LUNCH Lamb boti prepared with tomato, fenugreek, saffron sauce. Served with dal of the day, rice, naan and salad.	11.95
FISH MASALA LUNCH Fresh fish of the day prepared in tomato, saffron sauce. Served with dal of the day, rice, naan and salad.	13.95
SHRIMP MASALA LUNCH Jumbo shrimp cooked in tomato fenugreek saffron sauce. Served with dal of the day, rice, naan and salad.	13.95
TANDOORI FISH LUNCH Tandoori cooked mildly marinated fish of the day. Served with dal of the day, aloo mattar,rice of the day, naan and salad.	13.95
TANDOORI LUNCH Tandoori chicken (on the bone) or chicken tikka (boneless). Served with aloo mattar, dal, rice of the day, naan and salad.	11.95
KABOB LUNCH Your choice of Lamb boti kabob or seekh kabob served with dal of the day, aloo mattar, rice of the day, naan and salad.	11.95
VEGETABLE LUNCH Your choice of any one vegetable from our vegetable menu. Served with dal of the day, rice, naan and salad.	10.95
TANDOORI SALAD LUNCH Boneless tandoori chicken, mushrooms, paneer (homemade farmers cheese) tossed with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, a dusting off chick pea noodles and a homemade roasted cumin cilantro dressing. Served with onion naan.	10.95
TANDOORI SEAFOOD SALAD LUNCH Your choice of tandoori fish or shrimp, mushrooms and Paneer on a bed of lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, onions, a dusting of sev (chick pea noodles) with home made dressing. Served with onion naan.	11.95
FRANKIE LUNCH Your choice of chicken, lamb or vegetarian frankie, (aloo gobi). Frankies are a very popular Bombay "Indian burrito" specialty. Served with began salad or fresh green salad and raita.	10.95
SOUTH INDIAN LUNCH Sev puri, lunch size uttapam and lunch sized masala dosa. Served with sambar (lentil soup) and a side of coconut chutney.	10.95
Chefs Special of the Day
FISH MOLEE ~ a very popular South Indian delicacy prepared with saut�ed onions, garlic, kari leaves, green chilies and coconut milk.	17.95
RACK OF LAMB ~ cooked in a tandoor (clay oven) on a skewer. Rack of Lamb mildly flavored with garlic, ginger, and spices served with rice of the day, kachumber, salad, and mint chutney.	19.95
MALAI KOFTA Fresh ground vegetable balls with raisins and nuts, cooked in fresh tomato, onion, ginger, garlic saffron and fenugreek.	11.95
MADRASI DUCK CURRY Duck cooked in fresh onion, ginger, and coconut milk. Served with basmati rice.	16.95
VEGETARIAN LAMB CURRY A totally vegetarian �lamb� made with soy. This delicious dish is made with onion ,garlic, ginger, coconut milk and freshly ground spices.	10.95
Side Orders
RICE PAPADAM ~ A perfect accompaniment to all our chutneys. A stone ground rice flour crackers.	1.75
LENTIL PAPADAM Stone ground lentil crackers flavored with black pepper and cumin. Toasted in the tandoori.	1.75
KACHUMBER Chopped cucumber, onions, fresh cilantro with a splash of lime.	4.75
RAITA Homemade yogurt with grated cucumber and spices.	2.75
CHUTNEY Your choice of one a variety of Indian dips (salsa) to spice up your appetite.	1.75
ACHAAR Traditional Indian vegetable mixed pickle	1.50
Shahi Dabat (Royal Invitation) Weekday Complete Dinner Specials (Monday Through Thursday)
CURRY THALI Choice of one: Boneless Chicken Curry, Chicken Tikka Masala or Lamb Curry. Choice of one vegetable. Includes dal, rice, raita, naan.	16.95
TANDOORI THALI Choice of one: Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka, Lamb Boti kabob.Choice of one vegetable. Includes dal, rice, raita, naan.	16.95
RACK OF LAMB THALI Rack of Lamb, Choice of one vegetable. Includes dal rice raita, naan.	18.95
SEAFOOD THALI Choice of one : Fish Curry, Tandoori Fish, Tandoori Shirmp. Choice of one vegetable. Includes dal, rice, raita, naan.	18.95
Desserts
KHEER ~ Indian rice pudding made in the traditional way with the flavor of green cardamom.	4.95
GAJJAR HALWA ~ Carrot pudding made with golden raisins and almonds. Served with a touch of heavy cream.	4.95
GULAB JAMUN ~ Round dumplings prepared with powdered milk and refined flour. Served with rose water and sugar syrup, topped with coconut crumbs.	4.95
KULFIS (homemade Ice cream) Your choice of tasty flavors which include ~ mango, ginger or pistachio.	4.95
LIME ~ MINT SORBET ~ Homemade sorbet is a refreshing way to end your meal.	4.95
Coffee Or Tea
MASALA CHAI ~ The traditional tea of India, brewed with milk, ginger, cardamom and a special blend of spices.	3.00
REGULAR COFFEE ~ Dark roast blend available in regular or decaf.	3.00

Beverage
BEERS
INDIA SPECIAL � Traditionally brewed to international standards with finest quality malt and hand picked superior hops. Served in a large 22oz. Bottle.	8.50
DANSBERG � A quality Indian beer from the mountain springs of the Himalayas.	8.50
FLYING HORSE ~ An Indian beer, served in a large 22 oz. Bottle.	8.50
MAHARAJA (Premium pilsner) - Winner of international awards.	5.50
SPATEN (Optimator) - a famous dark beer from Munich, Germany.	5.50
TAJ MAHAL ~ The most popular Indian beer. Served in a large 22 oz. Bottle.	8.50
INDIAN PALE ALE ~ A traditionally brewed ale, with lots of hops and full astringents finish. Made in Washington state by Bert Grant.	5.50
KINGFISHER ~ A typical Indian beer.	5.50
AMSTEL LIGHT ~ A great tasting, full-bodied light beer.	5.50
HAAKE BECK ~ An excellent German~brewed malt beverage with authentic taste, but no alcohol.	5.50
WHITE WINES
J. LOHR ESTATES RIVERSTONE CHARDONNAY (2001) ~ The flavors echo the aromas of citrus, stone fruits, butter, and smoky, toasty oak, with an excellent balance of acidity.	8.50 35.00
TREFETHEN CHARDONNAY (2001) ~ A soft vanilla toastiness from the oak and lovely buttery notes, with a lushness of Granny Smith and Fuji apple.	12.00 55.00
RAYMOND NAPA VALLEY RESERVES SAUVIGNON BLANC (2000) ~ Very appealing light and aromatic honeydew melon, green apple, and tropical fruit aromas are present in the nose of this wine. Pairs nicely with seafood, Tandoori chicken and fish and spicy hot dishes.	7.50 28.00
MIRASSOU CHARDONNAY (1997) ~ A rich, complex chardonnay from Monterey county.	7.00 28.00
LAGARIA PINOT GRIGIO (1997) ~ A crisp, light wine with soft fruit flavors that will compliment the lighter dishes.	7.50 25.00
RED WINES
BLACKSTONE NAPA VALLEY MERLOT (2002) -It has a generous helping of bright cherry, ripe raspberry and exotic spice which lingers on the long, elegant finish. Also French and American barrel aging contributes to hints of vanilla and spice.	9.00 35.00
TREFETHEN MERLOT(2001) -Bright, ruby red color with nose of black cherry, blueberries, with oak tones.	65.00
JUSTIN CABERNET SAUVIGNON (2000) -This cabernet sauvignon is a beautiful medium-weighted cabernet with rich berry fruits. Perfect with our lamb and other roust dishes.	10.75 42.00
TREFETHEN ESTATE CABERNET SAVIGNON (2001) -Aromas of berries, notes of chocolate and cassis laced with cedar with a cherry fruit on the palate.	75.00
SMOKING LOON PINOT NOIR ( 2001) -This Pinot Noir has a smokey and cherry cola flavor and also seductive aromas of eucalyptus, orange spice tea and anise.	7.00 25.00
MIRASSOU MERLOT (1996) ~ A wine bursting with luscious cherry and plum flavors. Hints of chocolate, spice, and oak combine in a long, velvety finish.	7.00 28.00
FRANCISCAN OAKVILLE ESTATE MERLOT (1997) ~ Rich berry flavors with a hint of oak. Will go with all but the most delicate dishes.	10.00 40.00
CYPRESS CABERNET SAUVIGNON (1997) ~ Bold Cabernet fruit with a soft finish.	7.00 30.00
MERLOT, J. LOHR ESTATES "LOS OSOS". PASO ROBLES (1998) ~ Complex aromas of blueberry, raspberry, violet an dried cherries with a bouquet of vanilla, caramel and toasted oak.	9.00 35.00
BLUSH WINES
ZINFANDEL (2006)- Pale salmon color with aromas of fresh strawberry, luscious berry fruit, and an off-dry finish.	7.50 25.00
CHAMPAGNE
WYCLIFF CHAMPAGNE -Very dry Charmat method sparkling wine.	5.00 20.00
DEUTZ BRUT CLASSIC ~ Refined bubbles, fresh citrus flavors with a toasty finish.	40.00
SOFT DRINKS
NIMBU PANI ~ Our homemade sparkling lemonade with ginger.	3.00
MANGO LASSI ~ A yogurt and mango shake. Sweet lassi and salty lassi also available. A very popular treat in the Punjab.	3.50
SPICED ICED TEA ~ Darjeeling tea brewed with fresh mint and spices. Served with sweetened milk on the side.	3.00
MASALA CHAI ~ The traditional tea of India, brewed with milk, ginger and cardamom and a special blend of spices.	3.00
BLACK MINT TEA - Darjeeling black tea brewed with fresh mint and spice.	3.00
COFFEE -Dark roast blend available in regular or decaf.	3.00
HERBAL TEA -Caffeine free Chamomile tea. A very soothing and relaxing blend, golden in the cup, perfect for anytime you wish to relax and unwind.	3.00
BLACK TEA -This hearty blend brews up dark in the cup with rich flavor.	3.00
GREEN TEA -For centuries people have relied on green tea for medicinal purposes. This tea is the healthiest way to relax.	3.00
ORIGINAL GINGER BREW ~ Honey ~ sweetened Jamaican ~ style ginger ale.	3.00
JUICES ~ Orange, grapes juices are available	3.00
SPARKLING OR STILL MINERAL WATER, COKE, DIET COKE, 7~UP.	2.50

(All you can eat lunch buffet every day)
Saturday Bruch Buffet
Sunday Champagne Brunch Buffet

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