29 States The Indian Kitchen is an Indian restaurant at 12-13 Tower Street in York, directly opposite Clifford’s Tower. Its name reflects the number of Indian states when the restaurant began and the breadth of regional cooking that inspires the menu. The central setting suits dinners, celebrations and visitors exploring the historic city.
Chef Jaswant Mehra draws on ingredients, spice blends and techniques from across India. Punjabi chicken tikka, Goan tandoori king prawns, Bengali salmon and slow cooked Rajasthani influenced lamb demonstrate that regional range. The clay tandoor brings smoke and direct heat to meat, seafood, paneer and vegetables.
Chaat, samosas, paneer and vegetable starters lead into curries, grilled dishes, dhal, rice and fresh naan. A grand thali gathers several elements into one complete meal, while set and early evening menus provide a more guided route through the selection. Guests with allergies should check the current dietary markings and discuss preparation with staff.
Wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks accompany the food, and takeaway extends the kitchen beyond the dining room. The restaurant also caters private events across Yorkshire. 29 States The Indian Kitchen connects York’s landmark surroundings with a wide, carefully structured exploration of Indian regional flavour.
Address: 12-13 Tower Street, York YO1 9SA, United Kingdom
29 States The Indian Kitchen Menu
Starters – Vegetarian
Poppadum
Pickle Tray
Dal Shorba
Tomato and red lentil soup served with cumin bread
Paneer Tiranga Tikka
Paneer stuffed with mint & raisins, marinated with chef’s special spices, finished in tandoor
Punjabi Samosa
Shortcrust pastry pockets stuffed with potato and peas, deep fried
Mushroom Lajawab
Flat mushroom marinated with lemon and garlic topping with peppers and cheese
Onion Bhaji
Fritters made with sliced onion, potatoes, coriander mix with spices and gram flour
Jodhpuri Tandoori Aloo
Stuffed whole potato with spice mixture, marinated and cooked in tandoor
Buff Vada
Spiced potato & coconut dumpling mixed with raisins and spices, deep fried
Paneer Roll
Punjabi spring roll stuffed with vegetables and paneer
Gol Gappa
Semolina balls, potato & spice filled, flavored spiced water
Dahi Papdi
Papdi topped with chopped onion, boiled potatoes, sweet curd and chutneys
Aloo Chaat
Aloo Chana Chaat
Chicken Tikka Chaat
Starters – Non-Veg
Meat Samosa
Shortcrust dough pockets stuffed with lamb mince and chef special spices
Punjabi Chicken Tikka
Chicken breast marinated in hung yogurt, ginger garlic paste and spices, cooked in tandoor
King Prawns Goan Tandoori
Prawns marinated with spiced hung yogurt, cooked in tandoor with onion and peppers
Bengali Salmon Tikka
Marinated in Bengali spices and finished in tandoor
Fish Ambala Shahi
Sepangash fish marinated with gram flour, egg and chef special spices
Seared Scallops
Marinated in saffron & curry powder, served with coulis, shallots & tamarind grapes
Rajasthani Seabass
Marinated with chef special spices and cooked in pan
Chapien Lucknowi
Lamb chops marinated in Lucknowi spices cooked over charcoal
Kakori Seek Kebab
Mince lamb with finely chopped onions, chillies, coriander, ginger and garlic, finished in tandoor
Mix Platter – Meat / Veggie
Sizzlers from Clay Oven
Mixed Meat Sizzler
Selection of meat starters: chicken tikka, lambseek, chicken seek meat samosa or fish ambala served with dips
Vegetarian Sizzler
Selection of vegetarian starters: paneer tikka, samosa, mushroom lajawab, onion bhaji, tandoori aloo served with dips
Thali & Specials
Non Veg Thali
Mango Lassi, Poppadum, Pickle, Salad, Chicken Tikka, Fish Ambala, Lamb Curry, Chicken Curry, Dal Tadka, Naan & Rice, Indian Sweets
Veg Thali
Mango Lassi, Poppadum, Pickle, Salad, Paneer Tiranga Tikka, Paneer Roll, Onion Bhaji, Paneer Curry, Subz Dumpukht, Dal Makhni, Dal Tadka, Naan & Rice, Indian Sweets
Weight Watchers
Grilled Butterfly Chicken
Served with garden salad and house dressing
Pan Fried Salmon, COD or Seabass
Greek or Indian Cheese Salad
Naughty Monkeys
Chicken Nuggets & Chips
Fish Fingers & Chips
Main – Chicken
Butter Chicken
Tomato based, mildly spiced curry finish with honey & cream
Murg Achari
Chicken chunks in onion & garlic sauce spiced with Indian pickles
Kadai Chicken
Diced chicken with ginger garlic paste, crushed coriander, chillies, fresh herbs
Chicken Lahori
Yogurt, lahori spices, onion, tomato, pickled chillies, olives and fresh coriander
Chicken Balti
Fresh garlic, ginger, tomato, chillies, finished with balti spices and herbs
Chicken Chettinad
Coconut based sauce with rich depth of flavours and high notes in every bite
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken tikka cooked with ginger garlic and chillies
Chicken Lababdar
Chicken in a rich Mughlai gravy with tomato, butter
Classic Favourites
Korma, Bhuna, Madras, Vindaloo, Dopiaza, Pathia, Jalfrezi
Classic Favourites – Chicken
Classic Favourites – Lamb
Classic Favourites – Vegetarian
Classic Favourites – King Prawn
Main – Lamb & Seafood
Lal Maas
Marinated lamb chunks with Rajasthani red chillies, cooked with onion, tomato
Rara Gosht
Lamb chunks & minced lamb cooked with ginger, garlic paste, fresh spices
Hydrabadi Keema Mutter
Kashmiri Lamb Rogan Josh
Hot & spicy slow cooked lamb curry
Lamb Shank Dumpukht
Braised in rum, onion, yogurt, saffron & touch of mint
Lamb KolhaPuri
Very spicy – lamb chunks with kolhapuri spices
Machar Jhol
Haddock cooked with mustard curry leaves, tomatoes, Bengali spices
Goan King Prawn Curry
Marinated prawn with onions, green chillies, tamarind, coconut milk
Punjabi Cod Masala
Salmon Kerela Curry
Main – Vegetarian
Dum Aloo Benarsi
Spicy paneer stuffed potato cooked in buttery sauce
Matar Paneer
Green peas, paneer cooked with spices, onion, tomato
Matar Malai Mushroom
Subz Dumpukht
Mixed vegetables with yogurt, fenugreek leaves and spices
Kabuli Chole Masala
Paneer Khurchan
Shahi Paneer
Tomato based rich sauce cooked with Indian cheese
Paneer Tikka Masala
Saag Paneer
Paneer with blanched spinach, rocket, garlic, cinnamon, mustard leaves, finished with yogurt
Dal Makhni
Punjabi style creamy flavorful, mildly spiced dal
Dhaba Dal / Dal Panchmel
Aloo Gobi Masala / Aloo Palak
Bombay Aloo
Rice & Breads
Basmati Rice (Boiled/Pulao/Keema/Veg/Garlic)
Egg / Jeera / Saffron Mushroom Rice
Dumpukht Biryani
Veg, Chicken or Lamb — served with curry sauce
Prawn Biryani
Tandoori Roti
Traditional Naan
Garlic & Coriander Naan
Garlic & Cheese Naan
Peshawari Naan
Lacha Methi Paratha
Layered bread topped with fenugreek leaves
Kulcha
Keema, potato or onion stuffed bread
Chips / Salad
Raita
Spiced yogurt dip with chopped cucumber, crushed cumin seeds & fresh coriander
Early Bird Menu
2 Course — Available Selected Hours. Starter – Choose One: Punjabi Chicken Tikka, Fish Ambala Shahi, Onion Bhaji, Sheekh Kebab (Chicken or Lamb). Main – Choose One: Kadai Chicken, Chicken Balti, Lamb Rara Gosht, Lamb Rogan Josh, Sahi Paneer (Veg.). Dessert – Choose One: Ras Malai, Gulab Jamun. Rice and bread are excluded and are charged a supplement of £3.00 each if added.
Punjabi Chicken Tikka
Fish Ambala Shahi
Onion Bhaji
Sheekh Kebab (Chicken or Lamb)
Kadai Chicken
Chicken Balti
Lamb Rara Gosht
Lamb Rogan Josh
Sahi Paneer (Veg.)
Ras Malai
Sweetened cottage cheese dumpling
Gulab Jamun
Fried doughnut style dumplings served in sugar syrup
Set Menu
Please pick one – Vegetarian or Meat. Mix Vegetarian Platter for One includes one piece each: Paneer Tikka, Onion Bhaji, Mushroom Lajawab, Vegetable Samosa. Mix Meat Platter for One includes one piece each: Chicken Tikka, Seekh Kebab, Fish Ambala Shahi, Meat Samosa. Main Course – Choose One: Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Rara Gosht, Chicken Chettinad, Paneer Tikka Masala, Dal Makhni. Rice or Naan Per Person included in the deal.
Paneer Tikka
Paneer stuffing with mint and raisins, marinated with chef special spices finished in tandoor
Onion Bhaji
Mushroom Lajawab
Vegetable Samosa
Chicken Tikka
Chicken breast chunks marinated in hung yogurt, ginger garlic paste, spices cooked in tandoor
Seekh Kebab
Minced lamb with finely chopped onions, chillies, coriander, ginger and garlic, finished in tandoor
Fish Ambala Shahi
Meat Samosa
Butter Chicken
Tomato-based mildly spiced curry, finished with honey and cream
Chicken Tikka Masala
Rara Gosht
Chicken Chettinad
Paneer Tikka Masala
Dal Makhni
Wines by the Glass
Luna Azul Sauvignon Blanc
Chile – passion fruit & guava
Farfalla Pinot Grigio
Italy – fresh apple and pear
Charlie Zin White Zinfandel
USA – Californian Rosé, summer fruits
Luna Azul Merlot
Chile – plum, sweet spice, hint of chocolate
Sparkling & Champagne
Prosecco, Famiglia Botter D.O.C
Italy – mature apple and fresh fruit
Prosecco Rosé, Famiglia Botter D.O.C
Italy – peach, green apple, lemon
Charles Joubert Spécial Réserve Champagne
France – lemony nose, hints of brioche