Magical Monday’s
3 course set menu £36pp including a carafe of house red or white wine £42
STARTERS (choose one)ALOO KACHA ALOO CHAATCrispy Colocasia, tamarind and green mango chutney and potato foam with crispy lentil
CHIDIYA SAMOSA KI CHAATVegetable mini samosa with smoked yellow pea curry and chutneys
ROSEMARY SEEKH KEBABGrilled ground lamb kebab with British accent, mint, onion pickle
KACHI MIRCH CHICKEN TIKKACornfed grilled chicken supreme, lemongrass, burani cheese raita, chicken skin and puffed rice
TANDOORI RATANAssorted kabab platter – Tandoori prawns, chicken tikka & lamb seekh kebab with roasted pepper &garlic chutney(£8 supplement)
KHARGOSH 65Rabbit, curry leaf, guntur chilli, coconut pachadi (£7 supplement)
MAINS (choose one)PUNJABI CHOLE, TE PANEER AND KULCHASlow cooked white chickpeas, cottage cheese with onion kulcha and raita
MEEN MOILEEPan fried sea bream, sea vegetables, moilee and vermicelli
PURANI DILLI KA BUTTER CHICKENA classic of old Delhi – chicken tikka in rich tomato sauce
HINDUSTANI BIRYANI (£7 supplement)Choice of biryani – chicken, lamb or vegetable
Served with black daal, bread and riceDESSERTS (choose one)COCONUT CREME BRÛLÉE
OrKANISHKA SPICED CHOCOLATE BROWNIE.Prices include VAT at the current rate. A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill.
If you have any allergies or dietary requirements please inform your server when ordering. Whilst we have strict controls in place, unfortunately it is not possible to guarantee our dishes will be 100% allergen or contamination free. Fish dishes may contain small bones.
A La Carte
At Kanishka, the menus are inspired by Atul Kochhar’s love of traditional Indian cuisine, brought to life by his continuous research into ever-evolving regional recipes, combined with his dedication to using only the finest ingredients. The result is a totally unique and innovative style of modern Indian cuisine.
STARTERSDevon Crab Bonda & kekda (g)Devon crab fritter, crispy softshell crab, cinnamon apple chutney and corn
£22Jal Tarang (d)(n)Scallops, crispy chicken skin & hazelnut podi with chicken jus
£22Tandoori Monkfish (d)Chettinad spiced grilled monkfish, coconut creamed kale
£22Tandoori Ratan (d)Assorted kebab platter – Tandoori prawn, chicken tikka and lamb seekh kebab with roasted pepper and chutney
£32Chicken Tikka Pie (2006)Atuls signature pie, served with berry chutney
£20Khargosh 65 (d)(g)Rabbit, curry leaf, Guntur chilli, coconut pachadi
£20Hariyali Paneer TikkaBasil marinated paneer tikka, pastry crust, chia seed & lemon dressing
£18Nadru Ki Chaat (v)(d)Lotus stem kebab, amaranth seed, cranberry chutney
£18Malai Broccoli (v)(d)Grilled broccoli, marinated in nutmeg garam masala, served with cardamom parmesan fondue
£18MAINSLaal MaansLake District braised lamb curry with onions, tomatoes, Rajasthani spice blend
£32Kadhai Jhinga (d)Stir fried prawns with peppers, ginger and tomatoes
£35Purani Dilli Ka Butter Chicken (d)A classic of old Delhi – chicken tikka in rich tomato sauce
£29Hake Allepy (d)Pan seared hake, pickled fennel, onions, plantain chips and coconut sauce
£36Chettinaad Kodi CurryChicken curry with chettinaad spice blend of peppers, chillies and coconut
£29Ahuna Gosht Curry (g)East Indian lamb curry with chillies, fennel and stone flowers
£32Bharwan Paneer Aur Palak MakhaniSpiced fig filled paneer tikka, baby spinach and rich tomato gravy
£26Kathal KoftaJackfruit dumpling in coconut korma, golden raisins & lotus seeds
£28Coastal Seafood BisqueRed snapper, scallop, Tiger Prawn & mussel in spiced bisque, caviar
£48Hiran Ki BotiSpiced fallow venison, pickled heritage carrots, wild mushroom and chocolate curry
£38Batak SalanSlow cooked Gadwall duck breast, apricot, confit leg samosa, peanut and coconut sauce
£38BIRYANIHindostanee Biryani (g)(d)Choice of biryani – Seasonal vegetables, Norfolk chicken, Lake District lamb
£26 | £32 | £34SIDESAloo & mutternew potatoes, green peas onion and tomato
£11Gobi Adarakispiced cauliflower, ginger and onions
£11Achari Chole & BaiganPunjabi chickpea curry with baby aubergine
£11Kanishka signature black dal£11Yellow dal£11BREADS & RICESaffron Rice / Steamed Rice£6Cheese and chilli naan£6Peshawari naan£6Paratha£6Naan(Plain I Butter I Garlic)
£5Roti£5Cucumber – onion raita£5Masala onion salad£5Poppadom£6.(vg) vegan (v) vegetarian (d) contains dairy (g) contains gluten (n) contains nuts (a) contains alcohol
Prices include VAT at the current rate. A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to your bill.
If you have any allergies or dietary requirements please inform your server when ordering. Whilst we have strict controls in place, unfortunately it is not possible to guarantee our dishes will be 100% allergen or contamination free. Fish dishes may contain small bones. Game dishes may contain shot.
Tasting Menu – Atul Kochhar 30 Years in Mayfair
Exclusive Tasting Menu
£120 pp • £80 Wine Pairing
Flavourful Fridays – Indulge in our regular tasting menu for just £85. This deal is valid exclusively on Fridays.
SNACKSSunheri Khasta, Jhinga Til Tinka, Murg Bemisal (1994)Square vegetable samosa, prawn with sesame and vermicelli, chicken cakes with basil and ginger
Atul Kochhar signature Champagne, NV, FranceJalpari Chaat Angoori (1995-98)Hand dived Orkney scallop with grape must chutney
Mango wine, Rhythm Winery, Pune, IndiaHari Machhi (1999-2002)Pan roasted Brixham John Dory, crispy spinach, roasted vine tomatoes
La Smilla, Gave Di Gave, DOCG, Piedmont, ItalyKatchi Mirch Ka Tikka Aur Bhel (2000-2001)Green chilli, garlic and mustard oil marinated chicken tikka with chicken skin and wild rice bhel
Gamay, Fleurie, Dominique Morel, BeaujolaisChangezi Champen, Saag Gosht, Keema Pie (1999-2002)Grilled lamb chops, roasted rump, spinach and keema shepherd’s pie
Shiraz, Thelema Vineyards, South AfricaChocolate Textures and Indian Bread & Butter Pudding (Shahi Tukra) (1998-2002)Late Harvest, Malbec, Susana Balbo, MendozaVEGETARIAN / VEGAN TASTING MENU£120 pp • £80 Wine PairingNashta – snackNadru Ki ChaatLotus stem and golden raisins tikki, cranberry chutney, pomegranate
Hariyali Paneer TikkaBasil marinated cottage cheese on puff, chia seed and lemon dressing
OrPunjabi Samosa Aur MatraMini vegetable samosa, dry yellow peas and tamarind chutney
Malai BroccoliCardamom & mace tandoori broccoli, parmesan cheese and kachumber
OrHariyali BroccoliMix herb tandoori broccoli, vermicelli and coconut sauce
Palak Paneer MakhaniFig stuffed cottage cheese in tomato and fenugreek gravy with spinach
OrKathal KoftaJackfruit dumpling in melon seed korma sauce
Served with Black Daal, Bread, and RicePistachio Kulfiwith Chocolate Mousse
OrCoconut Yoghurt PannacottaPassionfruit Ice Cream, Fig Oil
.Prices include VAT at the current rate. A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to your bill.
If you have any allergies or dietary requirements please inform your server when ordering. Whilst we have strict controls in place, unfortunately it is not possible to guarantee our dishes will be 100% allergen or contamination free.
Fish dishes may contain small bones.
Set Menu
LUNCH
£42 two courses | £47 three coursesAvailable
Monday to Sunday 12pm – 2:15pmSTARTERS (Choose one)ALOO KACHALU CHAATCrispy Colocasia, tamarind and green mango chutney and potato foam with crispy lentil
CHIDIYA SAMOSA KI CHAATVegetable mini samosa with smoked yellow pea curry and chutneys
ROSEMARY SEEKH KEBABGrilled ground lamb kebab with British accent, mint, onion pickle
KACHI MIRCH CHICKEN TIKKACornfed grilled chicken supreme, lemongrass, roasted pepper chutney, chicken skin and puffed rice
TANDOORI RATAN (£8 supplement)Assorted kebab platter – Tandoori prawn, chicken tikka & lamb seekh kebab with roasted pepper & chutney
KHARGOSH 65 (£7 supplement)Rabbit, curry leaf, guntur chilli, coconut pachadi
MAINS (Choose one)PUNJABI CHOLE PANEER AND KULCHASlow cooked white chickpeas, cottage cheese with onion kulcha and raita
MEEN MOILEEPan fried sea bream, sea vegetables, moilee sauce and vermicelli
PURANI DILLI KA BUTTER CHICKENA classic of old Delhi – chicken tikka in rich tomato sauce
HINDUSTANI BIRYANIChoice of biryani – chicken, lamb or vegetable (£7 supplement)
Served with black daal, bread and riceDESSERTSCoconut creme brûlée
OrKanishka spiced chocolate brownie.Prices include VAT at the current rate. A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill.
If you have any allergies or dietary requirements please inform your server when ordering. Whilst we have strict controls in place, unfortunately it is not possible to guarantee our dishes will be 100% allergen or contamination free. Fish dishes may contain small bones. Game dishes may contain shot.
Weekend Brunch Menu
Friday & Saturday 11.30am to 2:15pm
Sunday 12 noon – 2:30pmA welcome seasonal Kanishka punch cocktail
Bottomless red, white wine or beer with food – £65pp (2 hrs)
Brunch food only – £50pp (min 2 persons)SHARING DISHESKhari paneer tikka (v)(g)(d)spiced paneer tikka baked with pastry, rocket leaves, chia seeds
Chole samosa (v)(g)(d)mini samosa with smoked yellow peas & potato curry
Makhan makai ki chaat (v)(d)spiced butter corn kernels, lime and coriander
Malai broccoli (v)(d)grilled broccoli, marinated in nutmeg garam masala, served with parmesan shards
Kachi mirchi tikka (d)tandoor grilled chicken supreme marinated in green chilli & cheese
Atul‘s fried chickenpickle yoghurt
Lamb sausage & akuri pao (g)(d)lamb sausages & Parsi style scrambled egg in brioche
Machhi amritsariPunjabi carom seed and gram flour coated fried fish
ADD ONChangezi champen (d) (1 piece £15)tandoori lamb chops, mint chutney, onion salad
Ajwaini jhinga (d) (2 pieces £12)tandoor grilled tiger prawns with wild garlic, black garlic and pickled artichokes
CHOOSE ONE MAIN DISH TO SHAREHindustani biryani (d)(g)vegetable or chicken served with raita
Laal MaansLake District braised lamb curry with onions, tomatoes, Rajasthani spice blend
Chole Paneer (v)Punjabi style chickpeas cooked with paneer
Paneer Makhani (d)(v)bharwan paneer tikka, baby spinach & tomato sauce
Subj makahne (d)(n)seasonal vegetable & lotus seeds
Mains served with daal, rice and naanDESSERT PLATTER (for the table)Trio of desserts (n)(d)(g)chocolate hazelnut choux, bhapa doi, carrot halwa
.(vg) vegan (v) vegetarian (d) contains dairy (g) contains gluten (n) contains nuts (a) contains alcohol.
Prices include VAT at the current rate. A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill.
If you have any allergies or dietary requirements please inform your server when ordering. Whilst we have strict controls in place, unfortunately it is not possible to guarantee our dishes will be 100% allergen or contamination free. Fish dishes may contain small bones. Game dishes may contain shot.
Festive Menus
At Kanishka, the menus are inspired by Atul Kochhar’s love of traditional Indian cuisine, brought to life by his continuous research into ever-evolving regional recipes, combined with his dedication to using only the finest ingredients. The result is a totally unique and innovative style of modern Indian cuisine.
5 COURSE TASTING MENU£105 ppFOR THE TABLEPoppadum with home- made chutneys
CHAMPAGNE & CANAPES (d,g)Unpasteurised crab dumpling, lamb seekh kebab and Norfolk quail tartlet
STARTERBaked Scallop (d)Oven baked scallop, almond korma, wild rice bhel
Chicken Tikka Pie (d,g)Speciality of the house served with berry chutney
MAINSKarwari Jhinga (g)Spice marinated, crispy semolina prawns
Murg Tikka Masala (d)Tandoor grilled chicken in onion and tomato masala
SERVED WITHPachrangi dal (d,v)Five lentil stew
Subz Biryani (d,g,v)Aromatic saffron spiced basmati rice with cucumber raita
Bread & raitaDESSERTChocolate bombe (d,g)berries, christmas pudding
5 COURSE VEGETARIAN TASTING MENU£105 ppFOR THE TABLEPoppadum with home- made chutneys
CHAMPAGNE & CANAPES (g,v)Malai broccoli, achari paneer tikka and lotus stem tikki
STARTERKhasta Khumb (g,v)Wild mushroom, winter truffle
Vegetable Tikka Pie (g,v)Speciality of the house served with berry chutney
MAINSMasala Jackfruit (v,m)Mustard & curry leaf grilled jackfruit
Karwari Ghobi (vg)Spice marinated crispy cauliflower
Paneer Tikka Masala (d,v)Tandoor grilled paneer in onion and tomato masala
SERVED WITHPachrangi dal (d,v)Five lentil stew
Vegetable Biryani (d,g,v)Aromatic saffron spiced basmati rice with vegetables, 24 carat gold leaf
Bread & raita (d)DESSERTChocolate bombeberries, christmas pudding (d,n)
4 COURSE TASTING MENU£75 ppFOR THE TABLEPoppadum with home- made chutneys
CHEF CHOICE CANAPES (d,g)STARTERTandoori Monkfish (d)Chettinad spiced monkfish
Chidiya Samosa Chaat (d)Vegetable mini samosa with sweet yoghurt, tamarind & mint chutney
Goose Tikka (d)Tandoor grilled chicken supreme marinated in basil and cheese
MAINSAhuna Gosht Curry (n,m)East Indian lamb curry with chillies, fennel and stone flowers
Murg Makhan Masala (d)Clay oven cooked Norfolk chicken in fenugreek and tomato sauce
Tandoori Masala Lamb Shank(Supplement £28) (1 week notice required)
SERVED WITHPalak Paneer (d,v)Cumin tempered baby spinach puree with cottage cheese
Kanishka’s Black Dal (d,v)Cooked black lentils simmered in garlic, tomato & butter
Zaffrani Pulao (v)Saffron spiced aromatic rice
NaanDESSERTMotichoor ladoo& chena cake (d,g,n)
4 COURSE VEGETARIAN TASTING MENU£75 ppFOR THE TABLEPoppadum with home- made chutneys
CHEF CHOICE CANAPES (d,g)STARTERLotus Stem Kebab (d,v)Lotus stem kebabs and crisp with tamarind, cranberr y, yoghurt chutneys
Chidiya Samosa Chaat (d,v,g)Vegetable mini samosa with sweet yoghurt, tamarind & mint chutney
Achari Paneer Tikka (d,v)Indian cottage cheese, marinated with pickling spices, yoghurt, ginger, garlic,
red chillies and spices, then cooked in the tandoorMAINSBaghar -e- Baigan (d,n,v)Baby aubergine cooked in peanut & sesame sauce
Palak Paneer (d)Cumin tempered baby spinach puree with cottage cheese
SERVED WITHGreen Bean Poriyal (d,m)Mustard seed and curr y leaf tempered runner bean in coconut
Kanishka’s Black Dal (d,v)Cooked black lentils simmered in garlic, tomato & butter
Zaffrani Pulao (v)Saffron spiced aromatic rice
NaanDESSERTMotichoor ladoo& chena cake (d,g,n)
3 COURSE TASTING MENU£65 ppFOR THE TABLEPoppadum with home- made chutneys
STARTERRosemary Seekh Kebab (d)Grilled ground lamb kebab with British accent, mint, onion pickle
Titar Tikka (d)Tandoor grilled partridge marinated in cheese & nutmeg
Aloo Tikki Chaat (v)Spiced potato gallate with tamarind chutney
MAINSMalwani Kodi KariOrganic chicken cooked with poppy seed & fennel
Meen Mappas (m)Sea bream fillet in coconut sauce
Changezi Champen £15 per piece (pre-order required) (d)Atul’s kitchen classic of tandoori lamb chop, mint chutney & onion salad
Hindostanee Gosht Bir yani- £32 (pre order required) (d,g)Aromatic lamb bir yani with raita
SERVED WITHKasuri Mattar Paneer (d,v,m)Cottage cheese & green peas curr y with fenugreek leaves
Tadka Dal (v)Cooked yellow dal tempered with cumin, garlic & tomatoes
Hing Wale Aloo (v)Persian baby potato with cumin & asafoetida
Jeera Mutter Pulao (v)Cumin and green pea rice
NaanDESSERTPistachio kulfiwith chocolate mousse (d,n,g)
3 COURSE VEGETARIAN TASTING MENU£65 ppFOR THE TABLEPoppadum with home- made chutneys
STARTERAchari Paneer Tikka (d,v)Indian cottage cheese, marinated with pickling spices, yoghurt, ginger, garlic, red chillies and spices, then cooked in the tandoor
Aloo Tikki Chaat (d,v)Spiced potato gallate with tamarind chutney
Tandoori broccoli (d,v)Grilled broccoli, marinated in nutmeg garam masala
MAINSBaghar -e- Baigan (d,n)Baby aubergine cooked in peanut & sesame sauce
Malwani Makai Khumb (d,v)Mushroom & corn in fennel & poppy seed curry
Kasuri Mattar Paneer (d,v)Cottage cheese & green peas curr y with fenugreek leaves
SERVED WITHKasuri Mattar Paneer (d,v)Cottage cheese & green peas curr y with fenugreek leaves
Tadka Dal (v,d)Cooked yellow dal tempered with cumin, garlic & tomatoes
Hing Wale Aloo (v)Persian baby potato with cumin & asafoetida
Kesar Pulao (v)Saffron & cumin rice
NaanDESSERTPistachio kulfiwith chocolate mousse (d,n.g)
.(vg) vegan (v) vegetarian (d) contains dairy (g) contains gluten (n) contains nuts (a) contains alcohol
Prices include VAT at the current rate. A discretionary 15% service charge will be added to your bill.
If you have any allergies or dietary requirements please inform your
server when ordering. Whilst we have strict controls in place, unfortunately it is not possible to guarantee our dishes will be 100% allergen or contamination free.Fish dishes may contain small bones. Game dishes may contain shot.
New Year’s Eve Menu
£85 pp
£75 Early Bird (5-5.30pm seating)STARTERSDevon Crab Bonda and KekadaDevon crab fritter, crispy softshell crab, cinnamon apple chutney and corn
Jal Tarang (d)(n)Scallops, crispy chicken skin and hazelnut podi with chicken jus
Tandoori Monkfish(d)Chettinad spiced grilled monkfish, coconut creamed kale
Tandoori Ratan (d)Assorted Kebab Platter – Tandoori prawn, chicken tikka and lamb seekh kebab, roasted pepper and garlic chutney
Changezi Champen (d)Kasundi mustard & cheese marinated Romney’s Marsh lamb chop, kachumber and mint chutney
Chicken Tikka Pie (2006) (g)(d)Atul’s signature pie, served with berry chutney
Hariyali Paneer Tikka (v)(d)(g)Basil marinated paneer tikka, pastry crust, chia seed and lemon dressing
Nadru Ki Chaat (v)(d)Lotus stem kebab, amaranth seed, cranberry chutney
MAIN COURSE(Choose one)
Hake Alleppey (d)Pan seared hake, pickled fennel, onions, plantain chips and coconut sauce
Coastal Seafood Bisque(d)Red snapper, scallop, Tiger Prawn & mussels in spiced bisque, caviar
Purani Dilli Ka Butter Chicken(d)A classic of old Delhi – chicken tikka in rich tomato sauce
Chettinad kodi curryChicken curry with Chettinad spice blend of peppers, chillies and coconut
Ahuna Gosht Curry (n)(g)East Indian lamb curry with chillies, fennel and stone flowers
Bharwan Paneer Aur Makhani (v)(d)Spiced fig filled paneer tikka, baby spinach and rich tomato gravy
Hindustani Biryani (g)(d)Choice of biryani – vegetable, chicken, lamb
Batak Salan (g)(n)Slow cooked Muscovy duck breast, apricot, confit leg samosa, salan sauce
All mains served with daal, saag aloo, saffron pulao & breadDESSERT PLATTERChocolate financier with passionfruit (d)(n)panettone pudding and orange coffee sandwich
.D – Dairy, G – Gluten, N – Nuts, M – Mustard, SF – Shell Fish S – Soy, SS – Sesame
Prices include VAT at the current rate. A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill. If you have any allergies or dietary requirements please inform your server when ordering. Whilst we have strict controls in place, unfortunately it is not possible to guarantee our dishes will be 100% allergen or contamination free. Fish dishes may contain small bones. Game dishes may contain shot.
Desserts
At Kanishka, the menus are inspired by Atul Kochhar’s love of traditional Indian cuisine, brought to life by his continuous research into ever-evolving regional recipes, combined with his dedication to using only the finest ingredients. The result is a totally unique and innovative style of modern Indian cuisine.
DESSERTSDark Chocolate and SandalwoodSpiced chocolate, earl grey chantilly crème & sandalwood sauce
£12Apple and Panjiri CheesecakeGranny smith apple, mix nuts crumble, cheesecake with salted caramel ice cream
£12Yoghurt SphereYoghurt & blackcurrant sphere with spiced blackcurrant sorbet
£12Pistachio Kulfi with Chocolate MousseDark chocolate mousse, pistachio kulfi and rose foam
£12Coconut Crème BrûléeCreamy coconut custard brulée, saffron pineapple
£12HOT DRINKS £6 (each)HOUSE SPECIALITYKanishka masala chai
INFUSIONSFresh mint / Ayurvedic / Tropical punch
LOW CAFFEINEMilky Oolong / jasmine green
BLACK TEARoyal Breakfast /assam /darjeeling
COFFEEEspresso / macchiato / americano / latte / cappuccino
Decaff options are availableAFTER DINNER COCKTAILSEspresso MartiniVodka, coffee liqueur, espresso
£15Old FashionJohn Crabbie 12yr, bitters, maple syrup
£15LIQUEURS – 50MLBaileys Irish Cream£15Disaronno£15Frangelico£15Grand Marnier£15Kahlua£15Tia Maria£15Drambuie£15BRANDIES & CALVADOS – 50 MLHennessy VS, Cognac£13.5Hennessy XO, Cognac£38Remy VSOP, Cognac£14.5Remy XO, Cognac£40Baron de Sigonac, VSOP, Armagnac£13.5Chataeu de Breuil VSOP, Calvados£13.5WHISKY – 50 MLCrabbie 22yrs Orkney Single Malt£60SPEYSIDEBalvenie Double Wood 12yrs£12.5Macallan 12yrs Double Cask£14HIGHLANDOban 14yrs£16Glendronach 21yrs Parliament£35LOWLANDAuchentoshan 3 Wood£15Bladnoch Adela 15yrs Sherry Cask£24ISLAYLaphroaig 10yr£12.5Lagavulin 16yr£16ISLAND & CAMPBELTOWNHighland Park, The Dark 17yrs£45.Prices include VAT at the current rate. A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill.
If you have any allergies or dietary requirements please inform your server when ordering. Whilst we have strict controls in place, unfortunately it is not possible to guarantee our dishes will be 100% allergen or contamination free. Fish dishes may contain small bones. Game dishes may contain shot.