Menus at Indian Restaurant Mayfair
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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 & kekdaDevon crab fritter, crispy softshell crab, cinnamon apple chutney and corn
£24Jal TarangScallops, crispy chicken skin & hazelnut podi with chicken jus
£22Tandoori MonkfishChettinad spiced grilled monkfish, coconut creamed kale
£23Chicken Tikka Pie (2006)Atuls signature pie, served with berry chutney
£21Khargosh 65Rabbit, curry leaf, Guntur chilli, coconut pachadi
£22Tandoori RatanAssorted kebab platter – Tandoori prawn, chicken tikka and lamb seekh kebab with roasted pepper and chutney
£32Hariyali Paneer TikkaBasil marinated paneer tikka, pastry crust, chia seed & lemon dressing
£19Nadru Ki ChaatLotus stem kebab, amaranth seed, cranberry chutney
£19Malai BroccoliGrilled broccoli, marinated in nutmeg garam masala, served with cardamom parmesan fondue
£19MAINSKadhai JhingaStir fried prawns with peppers, ginger and tomatoes
£34Hake AllepyPan seared hake, pickled fennel, onions, plantain chips and coconut sauce
£37Coastal Seafood BisqueRed snapper, scallop, Tiger Prawn & mussel in spiced bisque, caviar
£49Purani Dilli Ka Butter ChickenA classic of old Delhi – chicken tikka in rich tomato sauce
£31Chettinaad Kodi CurryChicken curry with chettinaad spice blend of peppers, chillies and coconut
£31Laal MaansLake District braised lamb curry with onions, tomatoes, Rajasthani spice blend
£34Ahuna Gosht CurryEast Indian lamb curry with chillies, fennel and stone flowers
£34Hiran Ki BotiSpiced fallow venison, pickled heritage carrots, wild mushroom and chocolate curry
£39Batak SalanSlow cooked Gadwall duck breast, apricot, confit leg samosa, peanut and coconut sauce
£39Bharwan Paneer Aur Palak MakhaniSpiced fig filled paneer tikka, baby spinach and rich tomato gravy
£26Kathal KoftaJackfruit dumpling in coconut korma, golden raisins & lotus seeds
£29BIRYANIHindostanee Biryani (g)(d)Choice of biryani – Seasonal vegetables, Norfolk chicken, Lake District lamb
£29 | £36 | £37SIDESAloo & mutternew potatoes, green peas onion and tomato
£11.5Gobi Adarakispiced cauliflower, ginger and onions
£11.5Achari Chole & BaiganPunjabi chickpea curry with baby aubergine
£11.5Kanishka signature black dal£11.5Yellow dal£11.5BREADS & RICESaffron Rice / Steamed Rice£6.5Cheese and chilli naan£6Peshawari naan£6Paratha£6.5Naan(Plain I Butter I Garlic)
£5.5Roti£5.5Cucumber – onion raita£5.5Masala onion salad£5.5Poppadom£6.5.(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.
Magical Monday’s
3 course set menu £36pp including a carafe of house red or white wine £42
STARTERS (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, green chilli, 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 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 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.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 – snackAtul Kochhar Signature Champagne, FranceNadru Ki ChaatLotus stem and golden raisins tikki, cranberry chutney, pomegranate
Riesling, Wild Earth, New ZealandHariyali Paneer TikkaBasil marinated cottage cheese on puff, chia seed and lemon dressing
OrPunjabi Samosa Aur MatraMini vegetable samosa, dry yellow peas and tamarind chutney
Sauvignon Blanc, Tinpot Hut, New ZealandMalai BroccoliCardamom & mace tandoori broccoli, parmesan cheese and kachumber
OrHariyali BroccoliMix herb tandoori broccoli, vermicelli and coconut sauce
El Coto, Rioja, Verdejo, SpainPalak Paneer MakhaniFig stuffed cottage cheese in tomato and fenugreek gravy with spinach
OrKathal KoftaJackfruit dumpling in melon seed korma sauce
Chablis, Domaine Vrignaud, FranceServed with Black Daal, Bread, and RicePistachio Kulfiwith Chocolate Mousse
OrCoconut Yoghurt PannacottaPassionfruit Ice Cream, Fig Oil
Royal Tokaji Late Harvest, Tokaj, Hungary.Prices includes 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.
Valentine’s Day
£105| £95 EARLY BIRD 5 – 5.30pm
£80 Wine Pairing10th – 16th February 2025
NASHTA (d)(g)Atul Kochhar signature Champagne, NV, FrancePatridge kali mirch (d)(g)with coconut chutney
Pinot Noir, Tinpot Hut, New ZealandLotus and asparagus chaat (vg)(d)pomegranate, mint & tamarind
Riesling, Wild Earth, New ZealandScottish pan seared scallop (d)grapes & ginger chutney
Mango Wine, Rhythm Winery, India
OrTandoori stuffed potato (v)(d)grapes & ginger chutney
Mango Wine, Rhythm Winery, IndiaRara Duck – Muscovy duck (d)(n)mince, tender stem broccoli, peanut & coconut sauce
Gamay, Fleurie, Dominique Morel, Beaujolais
OrWild mushroom pie (v)(d)(g)berry chutney
Chardonnay, Silver lining, South AustraliaKasundi mustard lamb chops (d)kohlrabi & jus
Shiraz, Thelema Vineyards, South Africa
OrFig stuffed cottage cheese (vg)(d)with plum tomato gravy
Chablis, Domaine Vrignaud, FranceServed with naan(v)(d)(g) and Kanishka’s signature black dal (v)(d)Triple chocolate dessert (d)(g)(n)Milk chocolate bavaroise, dark chocolate crumb, white chocolate ice cream with rose wine gel
Black Muscat ‘Elysium’, California, USA.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.
Kids Menu
CHILDREN‘S MENU
£19.50STARTERSTulsi malai chicken tikka
OrPaneer tikkaMAINSOld Delhi butter chicken
OrPaneer makhaniAll mains served with cheese naan or riceDESSERTSChocolate brownie
OrPistachio ice cream.(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.
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 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.
