Desi Bar & Grill Menu

393 Chandler St, Worcester, MA 01602
  • Soup

    • Sweet Corn Soup

      Corn soup made with an Indian twist.
      $5.95
    • Tomato Rasam

      A delicious and aromatic South Indian soup made with ripe tomatoes, spices, and curry leaves.
      $5.95
    • Mix Veggie Soup

      Flavorful, nutrition-packed soup completed with classic Indian spices.
      $5.90
    • Palak Shorba Soup

      Indian-style spinach soup.
      $5.90
    • Mulligatawny Soup

      A traditional lentil-based curried soup simmered with South Indian herbs and spices.
      $5.95
    • Desi Chicken Soup

      A chicken-centric soup with a clear broth and notes of fresh garlic.
      $5.95
  • Cold Appetizers

    • Desi De Salad

      Cubed tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, and onions served with a Desi-style dressing.
      $6.95
    • Kachumber Salad

      A vibrant, refreshing mix of finely chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and fresh herbs, tossed in a zesty Desi-inspired lemon dressing.
      $6.95
    • Samosa Chaat

      Crispy samosas with a variety of flavorful toppings and sauces. It's a delightful mix of textures and flavors, with the warm, crispy samosas contrasting with the cool yogurt and tangy chutneys.
      $9.95
    • Chaat Papri

      Crispy crackers topped with chickpeas, potatoes, cool yogurt, and a melody of chutneys.
      $9.95
    • Pani Puri

      Crispy, hollow puris filled with spicy tamarind water, tangy chutneys, and a mix of chickpeas and potatoes.
      $9.95
    • Dahi Puri

      Popular Indian street food consists of crispy puris filled with spiced potatoes, yogurt, chutneys, and a variety of flavorful toppings, creating a delicious burst of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors in every bite.\n
      $9.95
  • Vegetarian Appetizers

    • Vegetable Samosa

      Crispy spiced pastry filled with a spiced mixture of potatoes, peas, and aromatic herbs and served with both tamarind and mint chutney.
      $6.95
    • Vegetable Pakora

      Deep-fried fritter made with assorted vegetables and typical South Asian spices.
      $6.95
    • Paneer Pakora

      Homemade Indian cottage cheese that has been dipped in a seasoned batter and deep-fried. Served with chutney.
      $7.95
    • Achari Aloo Tikka

      Crispy grilled potato with traditional South Asian flavors.
      $12.95
    • Paneer Chili

      Spicy Indo-Chinese dish featuring crispy fried paneer cubes tossed in a tangy flavorful sauce.
      $12.95
    • Tofu Chili

      A vibrant spicy dish featuring crispy tofu bites stir-fried with bell peppers, onions, and zesty chili sauce.
      $13.95
    • Desi Veg Platter

      Combo platter that comes with 1 vegetable samosa, 4 vegetable pakoras, and 2 paneer pakoras.
      $13.95
  • Non-Vegetarian Appetizers

    • Chicken Chapli Kebab

      Ground chicken mixed with spices and herbs, then shaped into patties and grilled.
      $14.95
    • Chicken 65

      Spicy, deep-fried chicken dish with bold flavors cooning from the chicken pieces marinated in a blend of spices.
      $9.90
    • Grilled Duck

      Duck breast marinated in Indian spices, then baked in a tandoor (Indian clay oven).
      $14.95
    • Shrimp Chili

      Batter-fried shrimp, tossed in a chili sauce.
      $15.50
    • Non-Veg Platter

      A combo of appetizers, including 1 lamb samosa, 2 chicken pakora, 1 fresh fish kebab, 2 fish pakoras and 2 shrimp pakoras.
      $14.95
    • Fish Pakora

      A crispy, spicy appetizer featuring small pieces of fish marinated in a blend of spices, coated in a tasty batter, and deep-fried to golden. Served with chutney.
      $9.95
    • Shrimp Pakora

      A delectable seafood take on the classic pakora. Juicy shrimp marinated in aromatic spices, coated in a batter, and deep-fried to perfection. Served with chutney.
      $9.95
  • Vegetarian Entrees

    • Dal Makhani

      $16.95
    • Dal Tadka

      Authentic yellow dal (lentil soup) topped with tempered onions, ginger and spices.
      $16.95
    • Choley Bhatura

      Chickpea curry served with leaved fried bread.
      $16.95
    • Mixed Vegetable Curry

      A hearty medley of seasonal vegetables simmered in a rich, spiced gravy. Infused with aromatic herbs and a blend of traditional spices.
      $16.95
    • Palak Paneer

      Soft cubes of paneer cheese simmered in a creamy spinach sauce, blended with aromatic spices and herbs.
      $16.95
    • Paneer Do Pyaza

      Chunks of paneer cooked with a generous amount of onions, both caramelized and fresh, in a tangy tomato-based sauce.
      $17.95
    • Butter Paneer

      Tender cubes of paneer cooked in a rich and creamy sauce with a generous amount of butter and cream.
      $17.95
    • Paneer Curry

      Traditional Mughlai dish with sauteed onions and a delicious gravy.
      $17.95
    • Matar Paneer

      A delightful combination of tender paneer cubes and green peas cooked in a spiced tomato-based gravy.
      $17.95
    • Shahi Paneer

      A royal dish featuring tender paneer cubes simmered in a luxurious, creamy sauce made with a blend of cashews, almonds, and aromatic spices.
      $17.95
    • Paneer Korma

      Succulent cubes of paneer simmer in a rich, creamy sauce made with a blend of aromatic spices, yogurt, and nuts.
      $17.95
    • Malai Kofta

      Delicate, creamy dumplings made from paneer and vegetables, simmered in a rich, velvety tomato-based gravy.
      $17.95
    • Navratan Korma

      Made with 9 ingredients and consists of plenty of nuts, dry fruits, assorted vegetables, fruits, cream, a lot of spices, and a few herbs.
      $16.95
    • Vegetable Palak

      A nutritious blend of fresh spinach cooked with an assortment of seasonal vegetables in a savory sauce. This wholesome dish features a creamy spinach base, offering a hearty and flavorful vegetarian experience.
      $16.95
    • Aloo Gobi

      Aromatic and flavorful, this classic dish features tender potatoes and cauliflower cooked with a blend of spices, including turmeric, cumin, and coriander
      $16.95
    • Vegetable Do Pyaza

      An Indian dish that originates from the Mughlai cuisine and uses both caramelized and fresh onions along with fresh vegetables.
      $16.90
    • Bhindi Masala

      Sautéed okra in a spiced onion and tomato gravy, featuring a blend of Himalayan cumin, coriander, and turmeric.
      $16.95
    • Vegetable Masala

      A vibrant and hearty dish featuring a mix of seasonal vegetables cooked in a robust, spiced tomato-based gravy.
      $16.90
    • Chana Saag

      A hearty and flavorful dish featuring chickpeas (chana) cooked with fresh spinach (saag) in a spiced, aromatic gravy.
      $16.95
    • Sarso Ko Saag With Makai Roti

      A hearty Indian mustard green curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs. Paired with Makai roti, a robust cornmeal flatbread.
      $16.95
    • Baingan Bharta

      A rich and smoky Indian dish that highlights roasted eggplants. The roasted eggplant's unique smoky flavor is the star, making it a perfect companion to roti or rice.
      $16.95
  • Chicken Entrees

    • Chicken Chili

      Spicy and savory Indo-Chinese dish with deep-fried, battered chicken simmered in a sweet and sour sauce.
      $17.95
    • Chicken Tikka Masala

      A world-famous curry cooked then simmered in a delicate tomato and cream sauce.
      $17.95
    • Chicken Korma

      The royal creamy gravy made from onions, ginger, garlic and a rich nut paste.
      $17.95
    • Chicken Palak

      Fresh spinach cooked with onions, ginger, garlic and a variety of herbs and spices.
      $17.95
    • Chicken Vindaloo

      The classical dish from Goa where the gravy is made a little tangy and piquant with potatoes.
      $17.95
    • Chicken Curry

      Traditional mughlai offering made with fresh ginger and a special blend of herbs and spices.
      $17.95
    • Chicken Saffron Curry

      Base of onion cream sauce with saffron, blended with Indian spice.
      $17.95
    • Coconut Chicken

      Chicken cooked with coconut powder, coconut milk, a base of onion gravy, and rich in Indian spices.
      $17.95
    • Butter Chicken

      Indulgent marinated chicken simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with butter, cream, and aromatic spices.
      $17.95
  • Lamb Entrees

    • Lamb Tikka Masala

      A world-famous tender, marinated lamb grilled to perfection and simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce.
      $18.95
    • Lamb Rogan Josh

      Lamb curry cooked with tomatoes and onions and flavored with cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom.
      $18.95
    • Lamb Korma

      The royal creamy gravy made from onions, ginger, garlic, and a rich nut paste.
      $18.95
    • Lamb Palak

      Tender pieces of lamb cooked with fresh, earthy spinach in a spiced, flavorful gravy.
      $18.95
    • Lamb Vindaloo

      The classical dish from Goa where the gravy is made a little tangy and piquant with potatoes.
      $18.95
    • Lamb Curry

      Traditional Mughlai offering made with fresh ginger and a special blend of herbs and spices.
      $18.95
    • Lamb Saffron Curry

      Slow-cooked lamb in a luxurious, aromatic onion curry infused with the delicate flavor of saffron.
      $18.95
  • Seafood Entrees

    • Seafood Tikka Masala

      Tender shrimp or fish marinated in a blend of spices and yogurt, then grilled to perfection and simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce. Infused with aromatic spices and finished with a touch of cream.
      $20.95
    • Seafood Makhani

      Shrimp or fish. Simmered in a tomato and cream sauce with nuts and raisins.
      $20.95
    • Seafood Curry

      Shrimp or fish. Traditional Mughlai offering made with fresh ginger and a special blend of herbs and spices.
      $20.95
    • Seafood Korma

      Royal tasting shrimp or fish cooked in a luxurious, creamy sauce made with a blend of aromatic spices, yogurt, and ground nuts.
      $20.95
    • Seafood Palak

      Shrimp or fish. Fresh spinach cooked with onions, ginger, garlic and a variety of herbs and spices.
      $20.95
    • Seafood Vindaloo

      Shrimp or fish. The classical dish from Goa where the gravy is made a little tangy and piquant with potatoes.
      $20.95
    • Seafood Madras

      Tender shrimp or fish simmered in a spicy and tangy Madras curry sauce, made with a blend of robust spices, tomatoes, and a hint of coconut. This vibrant and flavorful dish offers a rich combination of heat and tang.
      $20.95
    • Coconut Fish Curry

      Goan-style salmon fish cooked in onion gravy with coconut milk.
      $20.95
    • Seafood Di Piaza

      Juicy shrimp or fish cooked with a generous amount of onions, both caramelized and fresh, in a spiced tomato-based gravy.
      $20.95
    • Butter Seafood

      Delicately cooked fish or plump, juicy shrimp bathed in a luxurious, velvety sauce made from rich butter and cream. Infused with aromatic spices and slow-simmered.
      $20.95
  • Rice Specials

    • Peas Pulao

      Rice cooked with peas, nuts, fried onion and some unique Indian spices.
      $14.95
    • Paneer Biryani

      Saffron rice cooked with cottage cheese, nuts, peas, yogurt, and Indian spices.
      $20.95
    • Vegetable Biryani

      Rice cooked with mixed vegetables, nuts, yogurt, and biryani masala.
      $19.95
    • Chicken Biryani

      Rice cooked with chicken, nuts, yogurt, and some Mugali secret spices.
      $21.95
    • Lamb Biryani

      Rice cooked with lamb, nuts, yogurt, and some Indian herbs and spices.
      $22.95
    • Shrimp Biryani

      Rice cooked with shrimp, nuts, and yogurt
      $22.95
    • Fish Biryani

      Saffron basmati rice cooked with Persian spices with nuts, yogurt, mint and rose water.
      $22.95
    • Special Biryani

      Lamb , chicken. fish, shrimp cooked with rice and Indian spices.
      $23.95
    • Goat Biryani

      Mutton biryani. Goat cooked with basmati aroma rice.
      $23.95
  • Tandoori-Kebabs

    • Tandoori Tikka

      Boneless chicken pieces richly flavored with spices, cooked in the tandoor.
      $18.95
    • Lamb Chapli Kebab

      $20.95
    • Lamb Seekh Kebab

      Turkish original, but we use special Indian spices with minced lamb meat and onion, mint, ginger and skewered and cooked in wa clay oven.
      $20.95
    • Tandoori Shrimp

      Jumbo shrimp dipped in a delicate pickling marinade cooked in the tandoor.
      $21.95
    • Tandoori Fish

      Tender salmon pieces dipped in a delicate pickling marinade cooked in the tandoor.
      $21.95
    • Tandoori Vegetable Grill

      Fresh seasonal vegetables and paneer marinated with a blend of spices, cooked in the tandoor.
      $17.95
    • Paneer Tikka

      Cottage cheese marinated with yogurt and Indian spice and cooked in clay oven.
      $18.95
    • Mix Grill Platter

      2 pieces of salmon, 2 pieces of shrimp, 2 pieces of lamb, 4 pieces of chicken tikka and 1 piece of succulent tandoori chicken grilled in a traditional clay oven and served with complimentary sauce on the side.
      $24.95
    • Rack Of Lamb

      Tender, juicy lamb infused with flavors of cumin, coriander, and garam masala, offering a smoky char with a burst of rich, earthy spices in every bite.
      $24.95
    • Malai Chicken Kebab

      Melt-in-your-mouth chicken kebabs marinated in a rich blend of cream, yogurt, cheese, and mild spices, then grilled to perfection.
      $19.95
    • Grilled Salmon

      $22.95
    • Grilled Shrimp

      $22.95
    • Achari Tikka

      Comes with a choice of protein.
    • Hariyali Tikka

      Comes with a choice of protein.
  • Naan-Rotis

    • Naan

      Traditional leavened bread made in the tandoor.
      $4.95
    • Tandoori Roti

      Traditional, crispy, whole wheat, unleavened bread cooked in the tandoor.
      $4.95
    • Garlic Naan

      Leavened homemade bread topped with garlic and butter.
      $5.95
    • Makki Roti

      Maize flour bread (2 pieces in an order).
      $5.95
    • Plain Paratha

      Whole wheat unleavened flat Indian bread cooked on a griddle.
      $5.95
    • Potato Paratha

      Whole wheat bread stuffed with potatoes.
      $6.95
    • Cheese Paratha

      Whole wheat bread stuffed with cheese.
      $6.95
    • Paneer Paratha

      Whole wheat bread stuffed with paneer (cottage cheese).
      $6.95
    • Aloo Naan

      Naan filled with potatoes.
      $6.95
    • Onion Naan

      Naan is filled with onion and some Indian spices and cooked in a clay oven.
      $6.95
    • Paneer Naan

      Naan filled with cottage cheese.
      $6.95
    • Chapati

      Thin, soft, whole wheat bread cooked on the griddle (2 pieces in an order).
      $6.95
    • Bhatura

      Deep-fried naan. Best eaten with choley.
      $6.95
    • Keema Naan

      Minced lamb stuff in naan and cooked in a clay oven.
      $7.95
    • Poori

      Deep-fried bread made from unleavened whole-wheat flour (2 pcs in an order).
      $8.00
    • Onion Paratha

      Whole wheat bread stuffed with onion and Indian spices and grilled.
      $8.95
    • Plain Basket

      Any 3 plain naans or rotis of your choice.
      $13.95
    • Stuffed Basket

      Any 3 stuffed naans or parathas of your choice.
      $19.95
  • Nepali Delight

    • Steamed Momo

      Delicate, handmade dumplings filled with a savory mix of finely chopped vegetables or meat, seasoned with aromatic spices.
    • Fried Momo

      Crispy, golden-brown dumplings stuffed with a savory filling. Deep-fried to perfection, these momos have a crunchy exterior and a flavorful, tender filling, served with a spicy dipping sauce for an irresistible appetizer.
    • Kothey Momo

      A delicious half fried and half steamed dumpling set of 6.
    • Chatpate

      Chatpate is a savory dry mix originated from Nepal, made of puffed rice, chickpeas, potatoes, onions, green chilies, fresh coriander, lemon juice, tamarind and mint chutney, chaat masala and other spices.
      $7.95
    • Chow Mein

      Nepali chowmein is a stir-fried noodle dish made with noodles, vegetables, and sometimes meat, flavored with Nepali spices for a savory, spicy taste.
  • Nepali Entrees

    • Goat Curry

      Tender goat meat slow-cooked in a rich, spiced gravy infused with traditional Nepali flavors.
      $20.95
    • Khura Ko Masu

      A popular and hearty dish in Nepal, known for its rich and aromatic flavors. Nepali chicken curry tends to be more rustic, with a lighter gravy made from onions, tomatoes, and a blend of spices.
      $18.95
    • Khasi Ko Masu

      Fresh bone in goat meat is slowly cooked in exotic Himalayan spices.
      $19.95
    • Bhanta Ko Tarkari

      A flavorful Nepali-style eggplant curry featuring tender chunks of roasted eggplant simmered in a spiced tomato and onion gravy.
      $16.95
    • Rayo Ko Saag

      A classic Nepali dish featuring tender mustard greens cooked with aromatic spices and herbs. Served with rice or roti, it’s a hearty and nutritious addition to any meal.
      $16.95
    • Jhaneko Dal

      A traditional Nepali lentil soup made with split yellow lentils, simmered with spices and herbs for a rich, hearty flavor. Infused with a tempering of garlic, ginger, and cumin.
      $16.95
    • Himalayan Vegetarian Thali

      This vegetarian Nepali thali is a hearty, comforting, and absolutely delicious meal. It starts with your choice of soup, followed by two vegetarian entrées of your choice from both the Indian and Nepali menus. The thali also includes a complimentary roti, authentic dal (lentil soup), crispy papad, and tangy achar (pickles). To complete the meal, enjoy a dessert and your choice of either tea or coffee.
      $29.99
    • Himalayan Non-Vegetarian Thali

      A Himalayan non-veg thali is a hearty and diverse platter featuring your choice of one chicken or lamb entree from both the Indian and Nepali menus. The thali also includes a lamb samosa, authentic dal (lentil soup), white rice, crispy papad, and tangy achar (pickles). To complete the meal, enjoy a dessert and your choice of either tea or coffee.
      $29.99
  • Dessert

    • Mango Kulfi

      Traditional still frozen ice-cream with a refreshing mango flavor.
      $5.95
    • Almond Kulfi

      Authentic Indian homemade ice cream flavored with almonds.
      $5.95
    • Malai Kulfi

      A rich Indian ice cream made of reduced milk flavored with sugar and cardamom.
      $5.95
    • Rasmalai

      Homemade cheese patty simmered in milk and cardamom, served chilled.
      $5.95
    • Pista Kulfi

      Indian style ice-cream made with pistachios.
      $5.95
    • Gulab Jamun

      Homemade milk dumplings, deep fried then dipped in a sweet syrup, served warm.
      $5.95
    • Kesari Kheer

      Traditional rice pudding, with basmati rice cooked in sweetened milk, saffron, cardamom, and cloves.
      $5.95
    • Gourmet Ice Cream

      Choose your flavor.
      $5.95
    • Gajar Ka Halwa

      The main ingredients of gajar ka halwa are freshly grated carrots, milk, sugar, cardamom, khoya, and ghee.
      $5.95
  • Kids Menu

    • Kids French Fries

      $6.95
    • Kids Chicken Nuggets

      8 pieces.
      $9.95
    • Kids Chicken Wings

      6 pieces.
    • Kids Fruit Platter

      $6.95
    • Kids Mixed Veg Platter

      $5.95
  • Accessories

    • Papadam

      3 pieces.
      $5.95
    • Basmati Rice

      $5.95
    • Cucumber Raita

      $4.95
    • Achaar

      $4.95
    • Mango Chutney

      $4.95
    • Mint Chutney

      $4.95
    • Tamarind Chutney

      $4.95
    • Onion Chutney

      $4.95
  • Beverages

    • Masala Tea

      Chai. Tea sweetened and combined with milk, creating a rich and creamy beverage.
      $4.95
    • Soda

      Choose your flavor.
      $4.95
    • Iced Tea

      $4.95
    • Coffee

      Regular or decaf.
      $4.95
    • Juice

      Choose your flavor.
      $4.95
    • Lassi

      Choose your flavor.
      $6.95
    • Falooda

      Choose your flavor.
      $6.95

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