The Indian Cafe in Nelson Menu

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VEGETABLE SAMOSAS (2 pcs) - home-made pastry pockets stuffed with mildly spiced vegetables served with tamarind chutney. $4.98
VEGETABLE PAKORAS (3 pcs) - vegetable patties battered in mildly spiced chickpea flour, deep fried and served with tamarind chutney. $4.98
ONION BHAJIAS - roughly cut onion dipped in mildly spiced chickpea flour & deep fried served with tamarind chutney. $4.98

CHICKEN CHEESE PARATHA - A hearty filling of mildly spiced minced chicken and cheese stuffed in a naan dough and cooked in the tandoor oven coming to you served with a delicious raita. $5.98
KHEEMA CHEESE PARATHA - A hearty filling of mildly spiced lamb mince and cheese stuffed in a naan dough and cooked in the tandoor oven coming to you served with a delicious raita. $5.98
POTATO CHEESE PARATHA - A hearty filling of mashed potatoes mildly spiced with green chillies, corriander & ginger and cheese stuffed in a naan dough and cooked in the tandoor oven coming to you serve $5.98

KASHMIRI KEBAB (3 pcs) - tender diced chicken marinated in chef’s special spices and cooked in the tandoor oven served with mint chutney, rice and salad (dairy & artificial colour free). $9.98
CHICKEN TIKKA (3 pcs) - tender pieces of chicken marinated in spices and cooked in the tandoor oven served with mint chutney, rice and salad. $9.98
SEEKH KEBAB (4 pcs) - spiced mince of lamb pressed on a skewer and cooked in the tandoor oven served with mint chutney, rice and salad. $9.98

BUTTER CHICKEN - the ever popular - grilled pieces of tender chicken cooked in fragrant spices and a creamy tomato gravy served with rice. $8.98
LAMB ROGAN JOSH - diced lamb cooked north Indian style with herbs and spices and garnished with coriander served with rice. $8.98
NAVRATAN KORMA - a medley of seasonal vegetables cooked in a delicately spiced creamy gravy of cashew nuts served with rice. $7.48
CHEF’S SPECIAL - changes daily as per the chefs whims, please enquire with us for the days special delicacy $POA
LUNCH PLATTER - for the really hungry - a combination of all the above curries served on rice $9.98 add a Kingfisher Beer for $13.98

NAAN - plain white flour bread. $2.48
GARLIC NAAN - bread with a hint of garlic. $2.98
CHEESE GARLIC NAAN - bread stuffed cheese & garlic. $3.48
PESHAWARI NAAN - bread stuffed with dry fruits and cherries. $3.98

Papadam (x4). $1.98
Raita $1.98
Mint chutney $1.98
Tamarind chutney $1.98
Mango chutney $1.98
Mixed pickle $1.98
Side dish platter $9.98

MALAI KULFI - mouth watering creamy Indian ice cream embedded with cardamoms, cashews, pista served garnished with nuts. $5.98
GULAB JAMUN - absolutely scrumptious creamed milk and flour dumplings lying around in a sugar syrup. $5.98
CHEESECAKE - ask the wait staff for the flavour of the day. $6.98
VANILLA ICE CREAM - Served with Chocolate or Mango Topping. $4.98
MANGO LASSI - Traditional Indian Mango yogurt drink, Yummy! $5.98

(Served with seasonal salad and home-made tamarind or mint chutney or both) -
(All tandoor oven cooked products come to your table on a sizzling platter) -
VEGETABLE SAMOSAS Home-made pastry pockets stuffed with mildly spiced vegetables $ 4.98
ONION BHAJIA Roughly cut onion dipped in mildly spiced chickpea flour and deep fried $ 4.98
VEGETABLE PAKORAS Vegetable Pattie battered in mildly spiced chickpea flour and deep fried $ 4.98
VEGETARIAN PLATTER A combination of the above three served as an entrée platter enough for two people $ 11.98
CHICKEN TIKKA Tender pieces of chicken marinated in spices, skewered and cooked in the tandoor oven $ 9.98 (Mains $ 16.98)
KASHMIRI KEBAB Tender diced chicken marinated in chef’s special spices and cooked in the tandoor oven (dairy & artificial colour free) $ 9.98 (Mains $ 16.98)
SEEKH KEBAB Spiced mince of lamb pressed on a skewer and cooked in the tandoor oven $ 9.98 (Mains $ 15.48)
TANDOORI CHOPS Succulent Lamb cutlets marinated in spices cooked on skewers in the tandoor oven $ 10.48 (Mains $ 17.48)
TANDOORI PLATTER A combination of four of the above scrumptious meat delicacies served as an entrée platter enough for two people $ 18.98
MIXED PLATTER A combination of two pieces each of vegetable samosa, vegetable pakora, chicken tikka and seekh kebab served as an entrée platter enough for two people $ 16.98
TANDOORI MUSHROOMS Fresh button mushrooms marinated in yoghurt and spices cooked in the tandoor oven $ 8.48 (Mains $ 13.48)
FISH TIKKA Fresh fish cubes marinated in mild spices, skewered and cooked in the tandoor oven served with mint chutney $ 9.98 (Mains $ 16.98)
TANDOORI PRAWNS Succulent prawns in their shells marinated in mild spices, skewered and cooked in the tandoor oven $ 13.98 (Mains $ 22.98)
TANDOORI CHICKEN Whole chicken marinated in lemon juice, ginger, garlic and exotic spices cooked in the tandoor oven $ 10.98(half) / $ 18.98(full)

ENTREE: a mixed platter of two pieces each of samosa, pakora, chicken tikka and seekh kebab $24.98 per person
MAINS: Butter chicken, Lamb rogan josh, Beef vindaloo, Navratan korma, served with rice, naan bread, popadoms, raita and chutneys -
DESSERT: Malai kulfi Or Vanilla Ice Cream -

(ALL OUR CURRIES ARE GLUTEN FREE and all but a few mains cooked mild, medium or hot & served with basmati rice) -
CHICKEN -
BUTTER CHICKEN The ever popular – tandoori cooked pieces of tender chicken cooked in fragrant spices and a creamy tomato gravy $ 16.98
CHICKEN KORMA Boneless cubed pieces of chicken cooked in a delicately spiced creamy gravy of cashew nuts garnished with sliced almonds $ 16.98
CHICKEN SAAGWALA Boneless tender chicken pieces cooked in fresh spinach gravy with fresh spices and herbs garnished with julienne ginger $ 16.98
CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA Grilled pieces of chicken cooked in a onion, tomato, capsicum gravy garnished with coriander and capsicum $ 16.98
CHICKEN VINDALOO Tasty, hot & spicy curry to come out of Goa on the west coast of India - cubed pieces of chicken cooked in spices and vinegar and left to pickle overnight garnished with julie $ 16.98
MANGO CHICKEN Tender fresh diced chicken cooked in onion and yoghurt gravy with a scrumptious hint of mango puree $ 16.98
CHICKEN MUSHROOM MASALA Boneless diced chicken cooked with fresh button mushrooms and chef’s own special spices $ 16.98
SEAFOOD -
FISH MASALA Fresh fillets of fish from the bay cooked with onion, tomatoes, herbs and spices garnished with coriander $ 17.98
MALAI PRAWNS Succulent shelled prawns cooked in a mildly spiced creamy coconut sauce garnished with shredded coconut $ 18.98
DHINGRI PRAWNS Succulent shelled prawns cooked in a rich gravy with mushrooms, tomatoes garnished with coriander $ 18.98
BEEF $ 18.98
BEEF VINDALOO Another variation of the popular vindaloo preparation with diced beef left overnight to pickle served garnished with julienne ginger (available in Lamb as well) $ 15.98
BEEF KORMA Tender boneless cubes of beef cooked in a delicately spiced creamy gravy of cashew nuts garnished with sliced almonds (available in Lamb as well) $ 15.98
BEEF MADRAS Tender boneless cubes of beef cooked in a rich gravy with a subtle hint of coconut cream garnished with shredded coconut (available in Lamb & Chicken as well) $ 15.98
BHUNA GOSHT Tender diced beef cooked in a dry onion and tomato gravy served with a hint of caramalised garlic $ 15.98
LAMB ROGAN JOSH Diced lamb cooked north Indian style with herbs and spices and garnished with coriander (available in Beef & Chicken as well) $ 16.98
LAMB NAWABI Cubed lamb pieces cooked in a onion, tomato and coconut cream gravy garnished with shredded coconut (available in Chicken as well) $ 16.98
LAMB SAAGWALA Tender diced lamb cooked in a fresh spinach gravy with fresh herbs and spices garnished with julienne ginger (available in Beef as well) $ 16.98
LAMB DO PYAZA Tender diced lamb cooked with pickled onion with a hint of cumin served with whole red chillies $ 16.98
BOTI MASALA Tender diced lamb cooked with onions, tomatoes and delicately spiced cashew nut gravy $ 16.98
VEGETARIAN -
KADAI PANEER A north-Indian delicacy - home-made cottage cheese cooked in a dry gravy of onions, capsicums and tomatoes $ 14.98
PALAK PANEER Home-made cottage cheese cooked in a fresh spinach gravy garnished with sliced ginger $ 14.98
MATAR PANEER Home-made cottage cheese and minted peas cooked in a tomato and onion gravy garnished with coriander $ 14.98
BHAJI DUM MASALA Seasonal mixed vegetables cooked with chef’s own special spices garnished with coriande $ 12.98
NAVRATAN KORMA A medley of seasonal vegetables cooked in a delicately spicedcreamy gravy of cashew nuts garnished with sliced almonds $12.98
ALOO MATAR Tender succulent peas and potatoes cooked in a onion and tomato gravy garnished with coriander $ 11.98
ALOO GOBI Cauliflower florets and potatoes cooked in a tomato and onion gravy garnished with coriander and julienne ginger $ 11.98
SAAG ALOO Tender diced potatoes cooked with onions and tomatoes in a fresh spinach gravy garnished with julienne ginger $ 12.98
DAL MAKHANI Mixed lentils with mild spices cooked on slow heat till tender and buttered just before serving in a haandi (copper bowl) $ 12.98

GARLIC NAAN - bread stuffed and topped with garlic $ 2.98
TANDOORI ROTI - wholemeal oven baked bread $ 2.48
NAAN - plain white flour bread $ 2.48
KHEEMA NAAN - bread stuffed with lamb mince $ 3.48
POTATO NAAN - bread stuffed with spiced potatoes $ 3.48
CHEESE & ONION NAAN - bread stuffed with cheese and onions $ 3.48
CHEESE & GARLIC NAAN - bread stuffed with cheese and garlic $ 3.48
PANEER KULCHA - bread stuffed with home-made cottage cheese $ 3.98
PESHAWARI NAAN - bread stuffed with dry fruits and cherries $ 3.98
LACCHHA PARATHA - layered and buttered wholemeal flour bread $ 3.9

Nearby Sample Menus

Zucchini bruschetta w goat cheese, chilli & mint $4 per piece
Seared beef bruschetta w blue cheese & lemon $4 per piece
Seafood soup w john dory, mussels, cockles, potatoes & cream w bread & butter $20.50
Fried west coast whitebait w rocket, bread, butter & lemon $21.50
Prosciutto & buffalo mozzarella w roasted pumpkin, mint, rocket & salted almonds $22.00
Crème catalan $12.50
Squid bruschetta w spiced roasted red pepper & coriander $4 per piece
Grilled sirloin steak w celeriac & endive remoulade, avocado, horseradish & black garlic butter $32.50

Frank Oliver's Spare Ribs $25.00/ $33.90
- Slow roasted Pork Spare Ribs with lashings of Speight's Old Dark and chilli inspired BBQ sauce, served with buffalo chips topped with bacon, cheese, onion and chargrilled corn on the cob. Prepare to get messy with this one. Small or large available.
Bluff Chowder $14.80
- A local favourite. Seafood bound in a beautiful creamy fish stock, delicately flavoured with fresh herbs, served with Ale House toast.Enjoy this hearty chowder with a Speight's Summit. Beer Match: Enjoy this hearty chowder with a Speight's Summit
The Highlander $00.00
- Hearty 250g prime rib-eye, served with potato gratin, buttered seasonal vegetables topped with a rich beef jus and beer battered onion rings.
Warm Moroccan Chicken Salad $23.80
- Moroccan style chicken on a bed of tabbouleh salad greens, avocado, grapes and cumin yoghurt dressing.
The Fillet $00.00
- Rosemary infused eye fillet, chargrilled with bubble and squeak potatoes, baby carrots, green beans, a mushroom pastry puff and topped with tomato jam and rich jus. Beer Match: Tough choice here but I would have to recommend Speight's Distinction.
Fries $4.00
Cromwell Crumble $13.00
- A bounty of delicious fruit topped with a crispy golden crumble, anglaise and ice cream.
Crispy Crumbed Camembert $16.00
- An oldie but a goodie! Crispy camembert with a gooey centre, with spiced plum chutney.

Kiwi Pride Prime Ribeye Steak $32.90
- 300gm Ribeye steak served with garlic potatoes, summer salad and bearnaise sauce
Crispy Fries
All $14.90
Spiced Braised Pork Belly $27.90
- Served with garlic potatoes, seasonal salad, granny apple chutney and shiraz syrup
Bacon X 2
Garlic & Rosemary Marinated Lamb Salad $22.90
- Served with green leaves, crunchy seasonal salad, beetroot chutney and aioli
Sticky Date and Orange Pudding
- Rich salted caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
Garlic Potatoes

Lemon pannacotta, jam donut, strawberry & basil salsa $13.00
Organic chicken liver pate, urban brioche loaf, plum jelly $16.00
Dessert wine - eradus ''sticky mickey'' late harvest sav $9.00 / $45.00
Warm spiced pumpkin, spinach & feta salad, toasted walnuts $9.00
Fresh oysters (weather dependent), shallot vinegar - freshly shucked $4.50 ea
Cold smoked venison carpaccio, creamed red cabbage, pickled vege, toasts, marahau goats cheese whip $24.00
Crying tiger, pulled pork, iceberg cups, nahm prik, crispy shallots $20.00
Miso charred aubergine, butternut puree, tagorashi rice crisps, pickled green tomatoes $24.00

Wangapeka Cheese Selection $20.00
- Tui / B1ue Rock / Matariki / Brie/ Spiced pear paste / crostni / selecton of seasonal fresh fruit / nuts (GF on request) (Sweet Agnes Riesling) and/or (Lake Hayes Noble)
The Tides Gourmet Salad (GF) $6.00
Soup of the Day The Chef's daily choice (GF on request) $11.00
Roast of the Day priced daily
- Gourmet potatoes/ pumpkin/ kumara wedges/ parsnip crisps/ broccoli
Macadamia Nut Crumbed Chicken Breast $36.00
- Crushed potatoes/ parmesan/ spicy napolitano sauce (Waimea Chardonnay)
Three Cheese Arancini $17.00
- Truffle mayonnaise (Lawson's Dry Hill Chardonnay)
Spaghetti Marinara $29.00
- Scallops/ prawns/ mussels/ calamari in spicy Napolitano sauce (Waimea Estate Sauvignon Blanc)
350g Ribeye on the bone $43.00
- Garlic butter/ house cut fries/ Side salad (GF) (Tohu Pinot Noir)

Flames on Forty Flaming 450g Flintstone on the Bone $39.00
Bread & Dips $10.00
- 3 Warm Breads served with Kakariki Olive Oil, Today’s Fresh Homemade Dips
- Tui – Hard Aged Cheddar Style Cheese
Pork Belly – Flames on Forty Favourite $32.00
- Honey Glazed Slow Cooked Pork Belly, Kumara Puree, Caramelised Apple, Quince Jus and Baby Cress (GF)
Selection of Local Award Winning Wangapeka Cheese including
250g Aged Rib Eye $33.00
ideal for one $19.00
Two Shanks - $32.00

~ available in mild, medium or hot ~
17 Prawn or Salmon Salad (Sa Lát Tôm / Cá Hôi) $18
- King Prawn cutlets or Smoked Salmon on a bed of mixed lettuce, seaweed, picked lotus, sprouts, carrot, cucumber, herbs and dressing ~ available in mild, medium or hot
9 Squid Skewers (Mủc Xiên Nủỏ̕ng) - 3 skewers $10
- Grilled saté spread squid
Chicken $14
Seafood $18
- Prawn, Squid, Scallops
10 Crispy Squid (Mủc Chiên Giōn) $10
- Deep-fried marinated squid
78 Lemongrass Beef Salad with Crispy Spring Roll (Bún Bo Xāo) $16
- A refreshing rice noodle salad consisting of eye fillet beef slices, dressing, peanut, crumbs, served with a crispy spring roll >>
83 Stir-Fried Chicken/Pork with Curry $14
- Sliced Chicken or Pork stir-fried with curry paste, pineapple, carrot, capsicum and onion

Tagaliatelle al ragu or pesto $15.00
-Grilled chicken rosemary dressing $15.00
Zuppa di calamari $12.00
Bruschetta $15.00
Taglia telle alla carbonara $15.00
Tagliata di tonno $20.00
Salame al cioccolato $14.00
- Cookies walnut, chocolate
Tagliata di manzo con balsamico $18.00

Ewe Beaut $14.00
- Homemade Moroccan inspired lamb patty, dolloped with mint yoghurt and chunks of herb & garlic marinated feta, topped with tangy tomato relish, salads and aioli dressing!
PINEAPPLE RING $1.50 each
- battered and fried and coated in cinnamon sugar. Selection of baked goodies & sweeties also available on the counter
The Hau $14.50
- The works! Homemade beef patty, grilled with cheese, mustard and tomato sauce, topped with an egg, grilled bacon, pineapple ring and beetroot. Aioli dressing, relish and salad complete this awesome feed!
Off the Hook $14.80
- Fresh local fillet of fish of the day, battered and deep-fried, drizzled with homemade tartar and cheese, piled high with heaps of salad, aioli dressing relish and avocado to finish. >>
Sparrows Fart $12.80
- the bacon and egg bonanza! Golden hash brown layered with cheese and crispy bacon + an egg, salad, avocado, tangy relish and dressing, this wee number will keep you going!
Plucked $13.80
- Strips of tender grilled chicken with rich and delicious homemade satay (peanut) sauce topped off with all the usual suspects-salads and sauces & lashing of avocado!
The Muss $13.80
- A local fave, homemade mussel patty topped with cheese, drizzled with homemade tartar & sweet chilli sauce finished with loads of salady goodness, aioli, relish & avocado -yum!
Fish and Chip package for one $9.50
- Classic and classy! Local fresh fillet of fish battered in our own crispy beer batter & deep fried served with golden chips & lemon

Kids Flapjacks $9.50
- Two pancakes served with crisp bacon, banana and maple syrup
Croissant $17.25
- Filled with ham off the bone with brie, mustard mayonnaise, salad leaves
-Home-Made GF Bread $2 Extra
Beef Wellington $27.95
- Beef fillet (mr) wrapped in pastry with portobello mushroom & herb farce, gourmet potatoes, green salad with béarnaise sauce, jus
Smoked Seafood Chowder $18.50
- Served with toasted french bread
Vegetable Strudel $21.00
- Portobello mushrooms, selection of vegetables baked in puff pastry with sundried tomato and brie, served with salad leaves, tomato and capsicum relish
Fresh Fish Of The Day
- Chef’s creation using today’s available fresh fishprices change daily, wait staff will advise
Buckwheat Flapjacks $18.50
- Crispy bacon, blueberry compote, banana, maple syrup

Eggs $3.50 EA
Salad $4.90 EA
Iced Coffee $5.50
- Milk, Ice, double espresso coffee, Coffee SHOTT and ice cream, blended and topped with cream
Wedges $4.90 EA
Apple Strudel $11.90
- House made apple strudel, topped with sliced almonds. Served with whipped cream
Bacon $3.50 EA
Soda Water REG $2.00 LGE $3.00
Crispy Chicken Salad $18.90
- Our famous crispy chicken, served on julienne vegetables, mesclun salad, rice noodles and roasted cashews with aioli

Salt & pepper calamari, grilled lemon and tamarind sauce sml $10.9 lrg $16.9
BBQ braised pork ribs $27.9
- bbq braised pork ribs, house slaw, grilled lemon and fries
Onion rings $5.0
Seasonal greens $5.0
Smoothies $6.5
- Mango / Berry / Banana
Chicken caesar salad with bacon $22.9
- soft egg, cos lettuce, parmesan and caesar dressing
Iced Drinks $6.5
- Coffee / Choc / Tea
Cajun chicken, peppers, onion, and chilli cheese sauce $13.9

Garlic naan $3.50
Biryani (chicken) $14.00
Madras (prawn) $16.50
- Coconut based creamy curry
Papadam (4pc) $3.00
Mango lassi $5.00
Chilli chicken $15.00
- Boneless chicken, soy sauce, chilli sauce, onion, capsicum, garlic, fried in soybean oili
Amritsari kulcha $5.00
Mixed pickle $3.00

Choose from: Hash bites/ Large fries/ Garlic bread/ Onion rings/ Soft drinks 1.5L $6.00
Italiano $8.90
- Spicy pepperoni, cabanossi, mushroom, capsicum, olives and melting mozzarella with garlic & oregano seasoning
BBQ Hawaiian $8.50
- Tasty ham, bacon, pineapple, onion & mozzarella with a tangy BBQ swirl
Veg supreme $7.50
- Mushroom, onion, capsicum, pineapple, tomato ane melting mozzarella with garlic & oregano seasoning
Ham and cheese $5.00
- Ham topped with mozzarella
Cookies & cream mousse $3.50
Apricot chicken $10.50
- Succulent chicken, onion, capsicum & melting mozzarella with an apricot swirl
Lemon pepper chicken $10.50
- Succulent chicken, onion, fresh tomato, melting mozzarella & lemon pepper

Bruschetta Bread $8.50
- fresh tomato, basil, balsamic reduction, olive oil
Caesar Salad $16.50
- cos lettuce, croutons, poached egg, bacon top with Caesar dressing
Seafood platter $38.50
- prawns, scallops, salt pepper squid, smoked salmon, fish served with fries and dipping sauce
Tandoori Chicken $19.50
- mango chutney, red onion, cashew nuts, banana
Green Salad $6.50
Mash Potato $5.00
Olive $17.00
- spinach, olives, feta, red onion, tzaki
Chicken Cashew salad $19.50
- Cajun chicken spice, green salad, cucumber, tomato, banana honey mustard dressing

The Indian Cafe

Nelson Region > Nelson > The Indian Cafe

Address

94 Collingwood Street, Nelson City Centre, Nelson, Nelson, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

Phone

035484089

Email

theindiancafe@yahoo.com

Opened hours

Monday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM, Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM, Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM, Thursday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM, Friday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM, Saturday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM, Sunday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM

Price

$10 - $20

Type

None

Service

Table Service

Cuisine

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

Features

Delivery , Dine in , EFTPOS , Mastercard , Takeaway , Visa , Romantic , Wheelchair accessible , Home Delivery , Business meetings , Reservations , After-hours , Waitstaff , Takeout , Vegan Options , Cheap Eats , Wine and Beer , Cash , Serves Halal , Groups , American Express , Bankcard , Lunch , Group Meal , Seating , Highchairs Available , Street Parking , Free Off-Street Parking , Cards accepted , Disabled Friendly , Special Occasion Dining , Serves Alcohol , Dinner , Child-friendly , Outdoor Seating , Full Bar

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The Indian Cafe

Nelson Region > Nelson > The Indian Cafe

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94 Collingwood Street, Nelson City Centre, Nelson, Nelson, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

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