Maharaja Indian Restaurant in Canterbury Menu

BEEF BEEF
  • Beef vindaloo
    • A typical Goanese style meal. Beef morsels cooked in chef’s
  • Beef madras
    • Beef morsels cooked in a hot and spicy coconut...
  • Beef vindaloo
    • A typical Goanese style meal. Beef morsels cooked in chef’s
  • special dynamite...
BREADS BREADS
  • Peshwari naan
    • Fine flour bread stuffed with fruits and...
  • Stuffed Kulcha
    • Fine flour bread with stuffin of your choice. Onion and potato cottage cheese cottage cheese and mint minced...
  • parantha
    • Multi layered buttered wholemeal bread.
  • Roti
    • Traditional wholemeal bread cooked in the tandoor...
  • Garlic naan
    • Fine flour bread, with a touch of garlic.
  • Butter naan
    • Fine flour bread, with a touch of butter.
  • Plain naan
    • Fine flour bread, usually served with tea or..
  • Naan platter
    • A combination of Plain/Butter/Garlic Naan served with Mango Chutney, Tomato Chutney, Raita and Tomato Onion and.
  • Side dish platter
    • Deep fried crispy lentil wafers, served with a selection of our
  • papadoms
    • Popular deep fried crispy lentil wafers, served with homemade mint sauce. Enjoy this as an appetizer or alongside your main...
CHICKEN CHICKEN
  • Chilli chicken
    • Done the Indian way and is Vijay’s...
  • Chicken jalfrezi
    • Suculant chunks of chicken cooked to perfection with extra onion, tomatoes, capsicum and a wee touch of vinegar to produce a medium to hot...
  • Butter tikka masala
    • A perfect blend of two of the finest North Indian dishes. This dish is perfect for those looking to upgrade from Butter...
  • Butter chicken
    • Creamy boneless chicken morsels cooked in a rich tomato...
  • Mango chicken
    • Delicasy of the house. To suit everyones taste. Tender chicken morsels prepared in a very mild gravy with a touch of...
  • Dahl chah
    • Lentils simmered with finely diced marinated chicken on a slow fire and tempered with onion, ginger, garlic and a touch of coconut. One of our favourite maharaja dishes. Really enjoy the texture. -Nic & Megan...
  • Tandoori chicken
    • Skewered chicken marinated in traditional yoghurt and...
FISH FISH
  • Prawn maharaja
    • A royal taste of fresh shelled prawn curry prepared in a lightly spiced creamy...
  • Prawn maharaja
    • A royal taste of fresh shelled prawn curry prepared in a lightly spiced creamy...
  • Prawn malabari
    • Fresh shelled prawns cooked in coconut, vinegar, capsicum topped with...
LAMB LAMB
  • Lamb shanks
    • Lamb shanks cooked to perfection done in a rich brown sauce with garlic, ginger and loaded with...
  • Lamb bhuna
    • If lamb is your weakness, then this dish is a must. Succulent pieces of tender lamb cooked with capsicum, ginger, garlic and complimented by fried...
  • Kadai gosht
    • Lamb morsels roasted in natural juices with pepper spices. A touch of garlic, ginger and brown...
  • Rogan josh
    • A popular preparation of lamb curry from North India, A rich gravy, finished with green...
  • Saagh gosht
    • Lamb blended to perfection with fresh green leafy spinach and freshly ground spices to produce a classic...
RICE RICE
  • Extra Plain Basmati Rice
    • Basmati is long-grained rice with an excellent...
  • Vegetable Biryani
    • Rice cooked with fresh vegetables and...
  • Chicken/Lamb or Beef Biryani
    • Rice cooked with morsels of your choice of meat and...
STARTERS STARTERS
  • Tandoori Platter
    • A special selection of tandoori entreés. Perfect way to start any...
  • Maharaja Special Platter
    • For two people, Combination of few of the above entrees along with Vegetable Samosa. Served with homemade mint and tamarin...
  • Seekh Kebab
    • Freshly minced lamb blended with chef’s own combination of herbs and spices, skewered and roasted over glowing...
  • Lamb Chop Nawabi
    • Speciality of the house. Predominantly rich flavour lamb marinated in yoghurt and spices overnight and roasted to perfection in the tandoor...
  • Kesari Chicken Kebab
    • Boneless cubes of chicken marinated overnight in chef’s special selection of spices and roasted to perfection in the tandoor...
  • Chicken Tikka
    • Boneless chunks of chicken subtly marinated overnight in a special selection of spices and roasted to perfection in the tandoor...
  • Prawn Pakora
    • Fresh prawns with ginger, garlic and spices dipped in a special batter. Crisp fried and served with homemade mint...
  • Lamb Samosa
    • Minced lamb, green peas, mint, fresh coriander and spices filled into a pyramid shaped dough. Crisp fried and served with homemade tamarind...
  • Vegetable Samosa
    • Mashed potatoes, green peas, mint, fresh coriander and spices filled into a pyramid shaped dough. Crisp fried and served with homemade tamarind...
  • Onion Bhaji
    • Finely sliced onions dipped in special batter. Crisp fried and served with homemade mint...
VEGETARIAN VEGETARIAN
  • Kadai Paneer
    • A great main dish for any occasion. Cottage cheese and colourful bell peppers, sauteed in a spicy tomato gravy with traditional...
  • Jeera Aaloo
    • Potatoes chopped into small pieces tempered with tumeric and cooked with a touch of cumin and fresh coriander. This dish will compliment any main...
  • Dahl Makhni
    • Lentils simmered in a slow fire overnight and tempered with onions, ginger, garlic and..
  • Channa Masala
    • A very popular yet traditional preparation of Northern India. Chickpeas cooked in chef’s special...
  • Aaloo Gobi
    • Fresh cauliflower and potatoes cooked with onion, tomatoes and ginger, served semi...
  • Mutter Paneer
    • Delicacy of the house. Home-made cottage cheese cooked in a rich mild creamy sauce with green...
  • Palak Paneer
    • A puree of fresh leafy spinach cooked with home-made cottage cheese, finished with spices and fresh...
  • Malai Kofta
    • Home-made cottage cheese and potatoes mashed with raisins, formed into a ball, deep fried and prepared in a thick mild...

Nearby Sample Menus

  • Hoki $3.50
  • Squid Rings (1/2Doz) $4.00
  • Curry Roll $2.50
  • 1/2 Chicken $9.00
  • Crab Stick $1.80
  • Plain $3.20
  • Corn Pattie $2.50
  • Paua Pattie $3.00
  • Extra Hollandaise or Aioli $3.50
  • Florentine $17.50
    • with spinach
  • Betty Granola $9.00
    • Served with mixed berry compote and Greek yoghurt
  • Sausages $4.00
  • Creamy Mushroom Stack $15.00
    • With potato rosti, sautéed baby spinach and a poached egg
  • Stacey's Stack $19.50
    • layered potato cake with roasted tomato, Portobello mushrooms, wilted spinach and a poached egg. Topped with bacon twirls and pesto hollandaise.
  • Two Eggs $4.00
  • Served daily until 2:30pm - all our breakfasts are made with free range eggs and bacon. We are happy to accommodate your dietary needs, please enquire at counter.
  • Naan $3
  • Barger $6
  • Sambosa $5
  • Chicken S $8.5 / L $12
  • Spaghetti S $8.5 / L $12
  • Chalaw Kabab Mixed, Salad, Drink S $10 / L $14
  • Nandagh Kabab Lamb, Salad. Drink S $9 / L $13
  • Chalaw Kabab Chicken, Salad. Drink S $10 / L $14
  • Beetza Pizza
    • Spiced beetroot jam, caramelised onions, feta, parmesan and fresh mint
  • Garlic Prawns $15.00
    • Quick-fire garlic prawns served on a bed of rocket julienned carrots, coriander and cucumber with a chilli, lime and coriander dressing
  • Smoked Chicken $18.00
    • Sundried tomatoes, red onion, mushroom, mango salsa, bacon and smoked chicken
  • Salmon Alfresco
    • Cold smoked salmon, fresh basil and thinly sliced potatoes
  • KIWI CRAVING
    • Roast lamb marinated in mint, wholegrain mustard and soy sauce with honey roasted kumara, thyme, potato, red onion, green capsicum
  • Fresh Garlic Bread $8.50
  • FLORENTINA
    • Smoked chicken, cashew nuts, apricot preserve, cream cheese and rosemary
  • ALL PIZZAS TOPPED WITH MOZZARELLA & PARMESAN
  • Churros w/ espresso ice cream, banana jam n candy bacon
  • Cameroon con coco w/ jalapeno n roast tomatillo chutney 16
  • Smoked ham croquettes w/ smoked pimento mayo n grilled cheese
  • Grilled mushrooms w/ sherry caramel, parsley n caper crumb 14
  • Sandwich Cubano - roast spice pork, ham, swiss cheese n pickle 14
  • Alfajores w/ chocolate, vanilla ice cream n chilli 12
  • All brunch items $20 and include
    • Your choice of tea, coffee, or juice and tostada - buttery Cuban toast
  • House fries w/ aji chipotle mayo 9
  • Larb gai - Thai chicken salad $18.00
  • Sweet and sour - Meat and Veg $16.00
  • Tom yum prawns $20.00
    • prawns and a little coconut milk
  • Thai Noodles soup $12.00
  • Stir fried fresh ginger $16.00
  • Fried rice with vegetables $16.00
  • Tom yum $16.00
    • with a little coconut milk
  • Chilli paste Nam Prik Phaow $16.00
  • Neua Nam Tok (Thai beef salad) $24.90
    • Thai style beef salad, chilli sauce, Thai herbs & spices. Served cold.
  • Chicken, Pork or Beef $21.90
  • Roti Bread $4.50
    • Thai buttered sweet Roti bread, great with curries or as a starter.
  • Fresh Ginger
  • Rice $3.50
  • Prawns or Lamb $22.90
  • Green Curry
  • Vegetarian $19.90
  • SAUSAGE & EGG MUFFIN
    • Our Sausage, Egg & Cheese Muffin is a combination of a sizzling sausage patty, freshly cooked egg and melted cheese nestled inside a warm English muffin. Add a regular hash bytes and large hot drink to make it a regular value meal
  • TITLE FEAST
    • Enjoy a classic Whopper, Crispy Chicken burger with regular fries, a regular soft drink, three chicken nuggets and a limited edition 'Road to the Title' wristband all for just $15.00 – what a deal! Available for a very limited time at participating restaurants.
  • CHICKEN FRIES
    • BK’s Chicken Fries are made with New Zealand chicken, with a light, seasoned crispy coating. Chicken Fries are shaped like fries and are perfect for dipping in any of our delicious dipping sauces. Choose from Heinz Seriously Good Peri Peri Mayo or Aioli, BBQ and Sweet & Sour
  • WHOPPER
    • Our world famous WHOPPER® features our flame-grilled beef topped with juicy tomatoes, fresh cut lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a soft sesame seed bun. Add a regular fries and regular soft drink to make it a value meal.
  • CRUNCHY BBQ BACON WHOPPER
    • The classic Whopper with a Crunchy twist! Comes with all the goodness of a Whopper plus BBQ sauce, Cheese, 4 Rashes of Bacon and Onion Chips. Part of our Summer Crunch Range, available for a limited time.
  • BBQ BEEF APRIL 2017
    • A flame-grilled beef patty topped with a simple layer of mayo and sliced onions, and smoky, smoky BBQ sauce. All on a toasted sesame seed bun. Part of the new 2 for $5 promotion!
  • BUFFALO CHICKEN FRIES
    • The latest edition to the Chicken Fries family has arrived.....Buffalo Chicken Fries! Fries made of real chicken, with a crispy coating and Buffalo spice and Buffalo attitude. Only available for a limited time so you'll better hurry.
  • SALAD BURGER
    • Crispy onion rings, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onion and cheese with our creamy mayonnaise, all served on a toasted sesame seed bun. One bite and you’ll be hooked. Add a regular fries and regular soft drink to make it a value meal
  • Lemon slice $7.00
  • Eggs Benedict
    • Poached free range eggs, Hollandaise, Toasted sunflower seeds on wholegrain toast with one of the following (Gluten free available)
  • Lasagne $20.00
  • Pear & walnut cake with toffee icing $8.50
  • Lemon & yogurt cake $8.50
  • Kids plate with grilled cheese on toast, bacon, fruit & mini afghan $9.50
  • Farmhouse $21.00
    • Dry cured bacon, Poached free range eggs, Potato cake, Roasted tomato & mushroom on buttered wholegrain toast (Gluten free available)
  • - Roasted mushrooms with rocket $19.50
  • Pesto pasta 14.00
    • Fettucine tossed in basil pesto and topped with roast tomato …
  • Toast 6.00
    • with ham and mustard/single
  • Eggs Benedict 16.50
    • with free range smoky bacon …
  • Free-range smoky bacon, Rosti, Bratwurst … 5.00
  • Breakfast bruschetta 12.50
    • Toasted Turkish bread with ricotta and roast tomatoes, drizzled with basil pesto oil …
  • Mushrooms, Roasted tomatoes, Baked beans, Spinach … 4.00
  • Toast 6.00
    • spreads- honey, jam, Nutella or vegemite …
  • Puttanesca pasta 14.00
    • Traditional southern Italian pasta. Fettucine tossed in a tasty tomato sauce with anchovies, olives and capers …
  • Fish curry $20.00
    • Cooked in north Indian style, a real taste of India.
  • Matar paneer/mushroom $18.00
    • Peas cooked with cottage cheese/mushroom in North Indian style.
  • Butter chicken $19.50
    • Tandori chicken cooked off the bone in a mild, buttery cream sauce.
  • Chicken tikka masala $19.00
    • Everybodys favourite, cooked in mild delicately spiced, added with grated tomatoes and onions.
  • Palak paneer $18.00
    • Homemade cottage cheese cooked in spinach gravy mixed with spices.
  • Lacha paratha $4.00
    • Butter Tandoor Bread.
  • Extra rice $4.00
  • Mushroom do pyaza $18.00
    • Mushroom cooked with fresh onion mixed with spices with cashew nut sauce.
  • Add poahed egg $ 2.50
  • Toast (gf option) $8.5
    • (whotegrain. our own gluten free) with your choice of: Peanut butter (salt free) - organic almond nut butter - GF Vegemite
  • Coconut Yoghurt $3.5
  • Paleo or Oaty Granola (paieo, wf) $14
    • Served with poached pear, berry compote & organic yoghurt
  • paleo. swap beans for Akaroa Salmon or Havoc Bacon add: $5.00
  • Poached Organic Eggs $16
    • With. Micro Salad. Raw Spinach and Artichoke Ketchup
  • Mushroom $4 50
  • Grain Free Raw Breakfast (paieo. gf.df.v.wf) $14.5
    • Almonds, banana, pumpkin, sunflower seeds, dried fruit coconut chia seeds & seasonal fruit
  • Toast - Your choice from our bread selection plus butter and spread $6.50
  • Iced Chocolate - Chocolate, ice cream, ice, cream $5.40
  • Bacon $5.20
  • Soup of the Day (Winter only) - Served with toasted focaccia $11.00
  • Vic's Platter - Breads, spreads and cheeses $22.00
  • Tea - Choose from our delicious range $3.50
  • Hot Chocolate $4.30
  • Hash Brown $3.70
  • Large bowl of steamed rice $6.00
  • Seasonal greens with tofu $15.00
  • Chicken in black bean sauce with capsicum $18.00
  • Wok fried beef ho fun in black bean sauce $18.00
  • Chicken/ Beef/ BBQ pork & egg fried rice $18.00
  • Seasonal greens in broth $15.00
  • Chicken & corn soup (small/ large) $6.00/ $15.00
  • Slow braised beef brisket noodle soup $19.00
  • Porters Burger
    • Sweet as! Tastes as good as it looks. A simple & perfect pork, apple & thyme patty
  • Hutt Burger
    • If there was a Kiwi Classic Burger this would be it, A juicy beef patty with a hidden melted cheese center
  • Shoestring Fries large $8.50
  • Vegetarian Enchilada $18.50
    • filled with roasted pumpkin ricotta peppers, spinach & cheese, topped with home-made tomato sauce(add side salad $4.50)
  • Garlic bread $6.00/$10.00
    • grilled sourdough topped with garlic butter, small/large
  • Wedge Works $14.50
    • with grilled bacon & cheese topped with sweet chili & sour cream
  • Camembert Platter $24.00
    • a whole baked camembert drizzled with maple syrup served with sourdough ciabatta & flatbread topped with walnuts & accompanied with Arabica relish great with Arabica relishes Great to share
  • Shoestring Fries small $5.50
Maharaja Indian Restaurant

Maharaja Indian Restaurant

location

Address

452 Papanui Rd, Papanui, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8053, New Zealand

phone

Phone

033520150

clock

Opened hours

Monday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM, Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM, Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM, Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM, Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM, Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM, Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
price range

Price

$10 - $20

type

Type

None

service level

Service

Table Service

cuisine

Cuisine

Asian , Gluten Free , Indian , North Indian , Vegan , Vegetarian

features

Features

Dine in ,  EFTPOS ,  Mastercard ,  Takeaway ,  Visa ,  Romantic ,  Wheelchair accessible ,  Business meetings ,  Reservations ,  After-hours ,  BYO ,  Vegetarian Friendly ,  Waitstaff ,  Takeout ,  Cash ,  Serves Halal ,  Groups ,  Bankcard ,  Seating ,  Street Parking ,  Special Occasion Dining ,  Serves Alcohol ,  Dinner ,  Child-friendly ,  Full Bar

Location
452 Papanui Rd, Papanui, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8053, New Zealand