Cardiff's Indian dining scene is unusually broad for a compact city. Canton alone can take a meal from refined regional cooking to Kerala comfort food, while Crwys Road, City Road and the northern suburbs add thalis, dosas, Bengali curry-house favourites and modern sharing plates. The strongest restaurants have clear identities, so choosing well is more useful than choosing by distance alone.
This guide spans polished special-occasion dining, family-run neighbourhood rooms and casual places where a banana-leaf parcel or crisp dosa is the main attraction. Food quality leads the choices, with consistency, regional character, service and value shaping the order. Each restaurant also has enough current activity and menu detail to make a visit practical rather than speculative.
Use the list according to the meal you want. Purple Poppadom suits a composed dinner, Mowgli thrives on energetic sharing, Vegetarian Food Studio makes vegetables the centre of the table, and the Kerala specialists reward diners who move beyond familiar curry-house orders. Menus can change, particularly where daily specials matter, so treat the dishes below as a route into each kitchen rather than a promise that every item appears at every service.

Mums Daily Indian Restaurant & Kerala Cafe
Mums Daily is the place to begin when the brief is generous Kerala cooking rather than a narrow curry-house greatest-hits list. The menu moves freely between crisp dosas, flaky porotta, slow-cooked beef, seafood and biriyani, giving a table plenty of contrasting textures and spice profiles. Its popularity makes sense: this is food with the warmth and range of a family spread, served in an easy-going Canton setting.
The Thalassery-style dum biriyani is a natural centrepiece, fragrant with rice, caramelised onion and mint, while fish moilee offers a gentler coconut-rich counterpoint. Kizhi dishes, wrapped and steamed in banana leaf, bring deeper aromas; the mixed porotta version combines bread with spiced chicken and beef. Order one of those alongside a dosa, a dry-fried meat dish and something vegetable-led, and the meal becomes both broad and coherent.
Address: 149 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff CF11 9AH, United Kingdom
Mums Daily Indian Restaurant & Kerala Cafe Menu
Starters
Tandoori Chicken wings
Succulent chicken wings marinated in a blend of traditional spices and yogurt, grilled to perfection in the tandoor oven, imparting a smoky flavour and tender texture, a delightful appetizer that's bursting with bold and savoury flavours
Samosa chat
A popular Indian street food delicacy featuring crispy samosas topped with tangy tamarind chutney, yogurt, mint chutney, crunchy sev, and fresh cilantro, offering a delightful explosion of flavours and textures in every bite.
Pappadom
Pappadom is a thin, crispy Indian flatbread made from seasoned lentil or chickpea flour, often served as an appetizer or accompaniment to meals, providing a crunchy texture and subtle.
Palak Chat
This dish features crispy spinach leaves as the star ingredient, which are bathed in a medley of tangy, spicy, and sweet sauces, along with assorted toppings.
Chicken Chilli Momos
Tender minced chicken, mixed with aromatic spices and herbs, encased in a thin, steamed dough wrapper. Marinated with special sauce and fried. Served with a side of tangy dipping sauce.
Gobi Manchurian
Crispy cauliflower florets, tossed in a tangy and spicy Manchurian sauce, infused with garlic, ginger, and green onions
Pan fried Paneer
Cubes of fresh paneer, marinated in a medley of spices, then pan fried to golden perfection with onions, peppers, and aromatic herbs.
Chicken Fried Momos
Chicken fried momos are delectable dumplings filled with seasoned chicken, wrapped in a thin dough, and deep-fried to achieve a crispy texture, often served with dipping sauces for added flavour.
Chilli Fish
Tender fish fillets, marinated in a zesty blend of spices and herbs, stir-fried to perfection with crisp bell peppers, onions, and a fiery chilli sauce.
Veg Samosa
samosas filled with seasoned vegetables, fold them into a triangular shape, and deep-fry or bake them until they are golden brown and crispy. Served with our special Chutney and Sauces.
Chicken Bites
Tender chicken pieces, marinated and sautéed to perfection in a symphony of spices, garlic, and ginger. Crisp bell peppers and onions add a vibrant crunch to this delightful Indo-Chinese fusion dish, finished with a tantalizing glaze of tangy and spicy sauce.
Chicken 555
Tender pieces of chicken marinated in a secret blend of spices, fried to perfection, then tossed in our special juicy sauce.
Chicken Tikka
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and yogurt, then grilled to perfection.
Tiger Prawn Tandoori
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of yogurt and traditional Indian spices, then roasted to perfection. The smoky char and tender texture create a tantalizing experience for your taste buds. Served with Mint chutney, Tamarind Chutney and chef special Mayonnaise.
Tandoori Chicken
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of yogurt and traditional Indian spices, then roasted to perfection. The smoky char and tender texture create a tantalizing experience for your taste buds. Served with Mint chutney, Tamarind Chutney and chef special Mayonnaise
Beef Varities
Beef Saag
Succulent beef simmered in a luscious blend of spinach, tomatoes, and aromatic spices, creating a flavourful and wholesome dish that delights the senses with every bite.
Beef Korma
Tender beef pieces simmered in a creamy and aromatic sauce made with yogurt, cream, and a blend of spices, offering a luxurious and comforting flavour profile.
Beef Stew
Tender chunks of beef slow cooked with carrots, potatoes, onions, and aromatic herbs in a rich and flavourful broth, offering a comforting and satisfying dining experience that warms the soul.
Biriyani
Chicken Tikka Biriyani
A fusion of aromatic spices and succulent chicken tikka pieces layered with fragrant Basmati rice. Tender chicken pieces, marinated in a blend of yoghurt and spices, are grilled to perfection, infusing them with smoky flavours and tenderizing them to perfection. Layered with long-grain Basmati rice cooked with saffron, caramelized onions, and aromatic spices, each spoonful of our Chicken Tikka Biriyani offers a burst of flavours and textures. Garnished with fresh mint leaves and served with raita, chammanthi and tangy pickle.
Chicken Thalasseri Dum Biriyani
Succulent pieces of chicken, marinated in a symphony of spices and yoghurt, are layered with fragrant Kaima rice infused with saffron, caramelized onions, and fresh mint leaves. Slow cooked to perfection in the traditional dum style, the flavours meld together, creating a rich and aromatic biriyani that tantalizes the senses. Each bite unveils a burst of flavours, from the tender chicken to the aromatic rice, punctuated by the subtle heat of spices and the sweetness of caramelized onions. Served with raita, Chammanthi and spicy pickle.
Tiger Prawns Biriyani
A fragrant and flavourful Indian rice dish cooked with succulent tiger prawns, aromatic spices, and long-grain basmati rice, creating a deliciously layered and indulgent seafood biryani experience. Served with raita, Chammanthi and spicy pickle.
Bread Items
Adicha Porotta- Single
Chappathi
Butter Naan
Plain Naan
Chicken Varities
Chicken Mappas
Tender chicken pieces gently simmered in a creamy coconut milk gravy, infused with the warmth of aromatic spices and the subtle tanginess of fresh tomatoes.
Kadai Chicken
Tender pieces of chicken are cooked to perfection in a traditional kadai (wok) with a fragrant blend of roasted spices, including coriander, cumin, and dried red chilies. The rich tomato-based gravy infused with bell peppers, onions, and aromatic herbs adds layers of complexity to every bite.
Chicken Saag
Succulent pieces of chicken are simmered to perfection in a velvety spinach puree, infused with a medley of traditional Indian spices, including cumin, coriander, and garam masala. our Chicken Saag is a comforting and nourishing dish that embodies the essence of Indian home cooking, promising a culinary journey you won't soon forget.
Butter Chicken
Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a velvety blend of yogurt and spices, then simmered to perfection in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with butter and aromatic herbs.
Chicken Korma
Tender pieces of chicken simmered in a velvety blend of yogurt, cream, infused with a delicate balance of aromatic spices. It's a gastronomic journey that promises to delight the senses and leave you craving more
Chilli Chicken
Succulent pieces of chicken are marinated in a savoury blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and aromatic spices, then stir-fried to perfection with colourful bell peppers, onions, and green chilies. The result is a harmonious fusion of tender chicken and vibrant vegetables, coated in a lip-smacking sauce that packs a punch of heat and flavour.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Succulent pieces of chicken, marinated in a blend of yogurt and spices, are charred to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven), then simmered in a rich and creamy tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices such as cumin, coriander, and garam masala.
Chicken Stew
Slow cooked to perfection, tender pieces of chicken mingle with carrots, potatoes, peas in a savoury broth infused with aromatic herbs and spices. Our Chicken Stew is a timeless classic that warms the soul and leaves you craving another bowl.
Dosa
Onion Oothappam
Set of 2 onion oothappams topped with finely chopped onions and a blend of spices.
Thattu Dosa
Set of 3 mini dosas with a side of chutneys.
Masala Dosa
A traditional South Indian dosa crafted into a triangular shape, generously filled with a savory mixture of spiced potatoes, onions, and herbs, served with coconut chutney and sambar, offering a unique and delicious twist on a beloved classic.
Ghee Roast
A delectable South Indian delicacy featuring crispy dosa smeared with aromatic ghee, offering a perfect balance of flavour and texture, served with coconut chutney and sambar
Fish Varities
Fish Moli
Made with tender fish fillets cooked in a creamy and mildly spiced coconut milk sauce, enriched with aromatic spices and curry leaves, delivering a harmonious blend of flavours from the southern coast of India.
Fish Masala
Tender pieces of fish simmered in a rich and aromatic masala sauce, infused with a harmonious blend of traditional Indian spices, creating a flavourful and satisfying seafood delight that tantalizes the taste buds.
Prawns Tikka Masala
Juicy prawns marinated in a tantalizing blend of traditional spices and yogurt, cooked to perfection in a creamy tomato-based masala sauce, offering a harmonious fusion of flavours that delights the palate.
Prawns Roast
Succulent prawns marinated in a fragrant blend of spices, pan-seared to perfection, offering a tantalizing burst of flavour with every bite, a seafood delicacy that delights the palate
Kerala Café Menu / Kizhi special
Kizhi Mix porotta
Mix of spiced beef and chicken are wrapped in flaky porotta bread and steamed in banana leaves for a burst of traditional flavour.
Kizhi Chicken Porotta
Spiced chicken is wrapped in flaky porotta bread and steamed in banana leaves for a burst of traditional flavours.
Kizhi Beef Parotta
Layering and flattening dough, which is then cooked on a griddle and crumpled into a ball-like shape, offering a soft and flaky texture perfect for soaking up flavourful curries and gravies.
Kizhi Chicken Biriyani
Marinated chicken and aromatic basmati rice are layered and slow-cooked in banana leaf parcels, infusing the dish with a unique blend of spices and herbs, creating a tender and fragrant biryani experience.
Kizhi Pazhamporiyum- Beefum
Ripe bananas and spiced beef slices wrapped in a banana leaf, deep-fried to golden perfection, offering a flavourful and satisfying combination of sweet and savoury tastes with a hint of aromatic spices.
Main Dish
Pazhamporiyum- Beefum
Tender slices of beef, marinated in a blend of spices, are paired with 2 ripe banana slices and coated in a light batter. Deep-fried to golden perfection, each bite offers a delightful contrast of savoury beef and sweet banana, creating a tantalizing culinary experience that satisfies the palate.
Thani naadan Curries
Pothu Roast
Tender beef pieces slow cooked with aromatic spices, onions, tomatoes, and a hint of coconut milk, resulting in a flavourful and comforting meal with a luscious sauce perfect for pairing with rice or bread.
Pothu Fry
Tender beef pieces marinated with spices, pan-fried until crispy, and garnished with toasted coconut flakes, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavours emblematic of Kerala cuisine.
Naadan Meen Curry
Tender fish pieces cooked in a tangy and spicy gravy made with coconut milk, tamarind, tomatoes, onions, and aromatic spices, offering a delightful burst of flavours emblematic of regional Indian cuisine.
Kerala Kozhi Kondattam
Tender chicken pieces are marinated with spices, pan-fried until crispy, and then roasted with fiery crushed chili flakes, offering a bold and spicy flavour profile that is quintessential to Kerala cuisine.
Kerala Kozhi Roast
Tender chicken pieces marinated in a blend of spices, curry leaves, and coconut oil, roasted to perfection, offering a tantalizing balance of heat, tanginess, and aromatic richness characteristic of Kerala cuisine.
Naadan Kozhi Curry
Tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich and aromatic gravy made with coconut milk, tomatoes, onions, and an array of spices, delivering a flavourful and comforting culinary experience rooted in regional Indian cuisine.
Kids Starters
Potato Fries
Golden - fried potato, perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside,generously sprinkled with special masala.
Lamb Varities
Lamb Saga
Tender pieces of succulent lamb are simmered to perfection in a fragrant blend of spinach, fenugreek leaves, and aromatic spices. The earthy goodness of spinach complements the tender lamb, creating a harmonious fusion of flavours that tantalizes the taste buds.
Lamb Korma
Succulent pieces of tender lamb are simmered in a velvety blend of yogurt, cream, and aromatic spices, including cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. The richness of the sauce perfectly complements the delicate texture of the lamb, creating a harmonious balance of flavours that dance on the palate.
Mums Daily Special
Egg Fried Rice
Cooked rice is stir-fried with scrambled eggs, vegetables, and soy sauce.
Veg Fried Rice
Stir-frying cooked rice with a mix of fresh vegetables and seasonings like soy sauce and garlic.
Veg Noodles
Stir-frying noodles with a variety of fresh vegetables. Flavoured with soy sauce, garlic, and other seasonings.
Chicken Fried Rice
Fragrant rice stir-fried with tender pieces of chicken, crisp vegetables, and aromatic spices, creating a flavourful and satisfying dish that's both hearty and delicious.
Chicken Noodles
Tender chicken pieces stir-fried with crisp vegetables and springy noodles in a savoury blend of spices and sauces, creating a flavourful and satisfying dish that's perfect for any palate.
Rice
Butter Garlic Rice
Fragrant Indian Basmati rice infused with the richness of butter and the aroma of garlic, a delightful side dish to elevate your meal.
Plain Rice
Light and fluffy grains of Basmati rice, a versatile and satisfying accompaniment to any dish.
Neychoru
Fragrant Kerala-style rice cooked to perfection in Ghee, a soulful staple of South Indian cuisine
Chicken Tikka Rice
Juicy chicken tikka pieces nestled in fragrant rice, a delightful fusion of flavours and textures.
Tandoor
Tandoori Chicken wings
Succulent chicken wings marinated in a blend of traditional spices and yogurt, grilled to perfection in the tandoor oven, imparting a smoky flavour and tender texture, a delightful appetizer that's bursting with bold and savoury flavours
Chicken Tikka
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and yogurt, then grilled to perfection.
Tiger Prawn Tandoori
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of yogurt and traditional Indian spices, then roasted to perfection. The smoky char and tender texture create a tantalizing experience for your taste buds. Served with Mint chutney, Tamarind Chutney and chef special Mayonnaise.
Tandoori Chicken
Tender chicken marinated in a blend of yogurt and traditional Indian spices, then roasted to perfection. The smoky char and tender texture create a tantalizing experience for your taste buds. Served with Mint chutney, Tamarind Chutney and chef special Mayonnaise
Veg Varities
Chana Saag
Tender chickpeas cooked in a vibrant spinach-based gravy, seasoned with aromatic spices, offering a nutritious and flavourful vegetarian option with a delightful blend of textures and flavours.
Chana Masala
Tender chickpeas simmered in a flavourful tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices, offering a hearty and satisfying vegetarian option with a perfect balance of tanginess and warmth.
Shaahi Paneer
Tender cubes of paneer cooked in a rich and creamy gravy infused with aromatic spices, cashews, and cream, creating a regal and indulgent vegetarian dish fit for royalty.
Paneer Saaga
Tender cubes of paneer simmered in a velvety spinach gravy, delicately spiced with aromatic herbs and seasonings, creating a wholesome and flavourful vegetarian dish that's both nourishing and satisfying.
Paneer Lababdar
Tender cubes of paneer cooked in a rich and creamy tomato-based gravy, infused with aromatic spices and finished with a touch of cream, creating a luxurious and flavourful vegetarian dish that captivates the palate.
Paneer Tikka Masala
Succulent paneer cubes marinated in traditional spices, grilled to perfection, and simmered in a rich and creamy tomato-based masala sauce, creating a mouth-watering vegetarian delicacy that's bursting with flavour and aroma.
Kadai Paneer
Tender cubes of paneer cooked with bell peppers, onions, and aromatic spices in a rich tomato-based gravy, infused with the smoky flavour of the kadai (wok), offering a delightful vegetarian dish that's both hearty and aromatic.
Daal Tadka
Yellow lentils tempered with aromatic spices, garlic, and onions, then finished with a fragrant tadka of ghee, cumin seeds, and red chili, creating a comforting and flavourful dish.
Veg Korma
A medley of fresh vegetables cooked in a creamy, aromatic sauce made with yogurt, cream, and a medley of spices, providing a delightful and comforting vegetarian option.
Drinks
Sweet Lassi
Special Neembu Pani
Mango Lassi
Naadan Paal Kaappi
Kattan Kaapi/ Sulaimaani
Adicha Masala Chaaya
Adicha Chaaya

Mowgli Street Food Cardiff
Mowgli is built for sharing, with small plates that favour brightness, char and tang over heavy sauces. The Church Street room has plenty of theatre—fairy lights, high-backed booths and the brand's familiar rope swings—so it works particularly well for sociable lunches, pre-show meals and groups who want an energetic city-centre option. The format also makes it easy to mix meat, vegetarian and vegan dishes across one table.
The Cardiff team's favourites offer a useful route through the menu. Angry Bird brings chargrilled chicken thighs, tandoori spice and a sharp mustard slaw, while the house chicken curry is softer and more rounded with curry leaves, coconut milk and almonds. Add street-food plates for crunch and acidity, then finish with syrupy gulab jamun if a full sharing feast appeals. Portions are designed to be combined, so several different dishes make more sense than treating each bowl as a solitary main.
Address: Unit C, 5-10 Church Street, Cardiff CF10 1BG, United Kingdom
Mowgli Street Food Cardiff Menu
Lunch Street Feast
Choose any 3 dishes for £15 per person. Available Monday-Friday, 12-5pm at select Mowgli restaurants: Beverley, Brighton, Bury St Edmunds, Charlotte Street, Chelmsford, Cheltenham, Edinburgh, Knutsford, Lincoln, Norwich, Nottingham, Preston, Sheffield and Water Street.
Sticky Chicken
Gunpowder Chicken
Treacle Tamarind Fries
Fenugreek Kissed Fries
Diwali Cauliflower
Mowgli Chip Butty
Mowgli Crispy Wings
Yoghurt Chat Bombs
Himalayan Cheese Toast
Onion Bhajis
Chicken Frankie Wrap
Rainbow Frankie Wrap
Mowgli Chicken Salad
Mowgli Tenderstem Salad
Homestyle Cumin Rice
Garlic Butter Paratha
Puffed Puri Bread
Roti Breads
Mini Poppadoms
Mowgli Slaw
Express Lunch
Your choice of a wrap or salad, served with either fries or slaw for £10. Available Monday-Friday, 12-5pm at select Mowgli restaurants: Birmingham, Bold Street, Bridgend, Bristol, Cardiff, Cheshire Oaks, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Oxford, Stratford.
Chicken Frankie Wrap
Rainbow Frankie Wrap
Mowgli Chicken Salad
Mowgli Tenderstem Salad
Mowgli Slaw
Fenugreek Kissed Fries

Purple Poppadom
Purple Poppadom is Cardiff's polished choice for regional Indian cooking with fine-dining precision. Chef-patron Anand George uses familiar references—tandoor cooking, Malabar biriyani, rogan josh—then sharpens them through careful spicing, fresh produce and modern presentation. Michelin's current Cardiff selection includes the restaurant with a Bib Gourmand, a distinction that fits its balance of serious kitchen craft and an approachable neighbourhood address.
The signature tiffin sea bass is the clearest expression of that style, pairing fish with layered flavour rather than masking it. A tandoori platter lets the clay oven do the talking across salmon, king prawn, chicken tikka and seekh kebab, while the Malabar-style biriyani takes the meal in a more aromatic, rice-led direction. Tasting and set-menu formats suit diners who want the kitchen to shape the progression; the à la carte menu is better for building a meal around one standout fish or meat dish.
Address: 185A Cowbridge Road East, upper floor, Cardiff CF11 9AJ, United Kingdom
Purple Poppadom Menu
Starters
A LA CARTE
Sheekh Kebab
Lamb mince with fragrant spices and cooked in the tandoor. Dietary Requirements: D
The Streets of Mumbai
Aloo Tikki – potato cake served on a bed of spiced chickpeas | Bombay Chat – pop-in-the mouth semolina pastry snack filled with yoghurt and homemade chutney, topped with gram flour vermicelli | Tangy Puffed Rice Salad with tamarind chutney. Dietary Requirements: D, G
Vegetable Variations
Delicately spiced mushroom cake | Mirchi Pakoda – Green pepper stuffed with spiced potatoes | Broccoli floret marinated with cheese, finished in tandoor. Dietary Requirements: D, G, M
Paneer
Paneer – Indian cottage cheese, bell peppers marinated with Kashmiri chillies, cooked in tandoor. Dietary Requirements: D
Crab
Crispy soft-shell crab dusted with curry leaves and garlic | A spiced crab cake encased in crispy breadcrumbs. Dietary Requirements: C, G, M
Salmon Duo
Salmon infused with dill leaves and cooked in tandoor | Spice-infused Salmon cake. Dietary Requirements: D,F, G, M
Scallops
Pan-seared Scallops with a moilee sauce of garlic, ginger and coconut milk, topped with shallot and chilli relish. Dietary Requirements: C, D
King Prawns
King Prawn, polichathu masala, finished in the tandoor, served with greens tossed in a moilee sauce of garlic, ginger and coconut milk. Dietary Requirements: C, D
Chicken Connoisseur
A trio of chicken breast: marinated with mint and coriander | Kashniri chillies | creamy cheese. Dietary Requirements: D
Pidi with Tharavu
Duck in a classical Syrian Christian creation – Kottayam style | ‘Pidi’ steamed rice dumplings poached in a spiced coconut sauce topped with Tharavu – cubed duck cooked with spices, Crisp of duck leg confit. Dietary Requirements: M
Keema Pau
Beef mince delicately cooked with aromatic spices, brioche and Quail eggs. Dietary Requirements: D,G
Vegetables
Available as Main Dish | Side Dish. Our vegetarian dishes can be made vegan, except for Dal Makhani. Please request when ordering.
Vegetarian Platter
A delicious mox of dishes: Paneer Lababdar | Saag Khumb | Dal Bhindi, Served with steam rice and naan. Dietary Requirements: V,D,G,M,N
Bhindi
Okra simmered in an aromatic coconut sauce infused with home-made curry powder & pandan leaves, tempered with mustard, shallots and curry leaves. Dietary Requirements: VG,M
Bombay Aloo
New potatoes stir-fried with onions and tomatoes and tempered with cumin seeds. Dietary Requirements: VG
Dal Makhni
Slow-cooked classic black lentils, finished with butter and cream. Dietary Requirements: D
Thoran
Experience our traditional Kerala dish of vegetables tempered with mustard and fresh coconut. Dietary Requirements: VG, M
Subz Kadai
Seasonal vegetables gently tossed with onions, tomatoes, and kadai spices. Dietary Requirements: VG
Chana Masala
Chickpeas cooked with onions, tomatoes, and Chef’s blend of spices. Dietary Requirements: VG
Saag Khumb
Leaf spinach and mushrooms gently sautéed with chillies and garlic. Dietary Requirements: D
Dal Tadka
Yellow lentils tempered with cumin seeds and garlic. Dietary Requirements: D
Vegetable Curry
Seasonal fresh vegetables simmered in an aromatic coconut sauce infused with home-made curry powder & pandan leaves, tempered with mustard, shallots and curry leaves. Dietary Requirements: VG, M
Vegetarian Platter
A delicious mix of dishes: Paneer Lababdar | Saag Khumb| Dal makhni | Bhindi, Served with steamed rice and naan. Dietary Requirements: V, D, G, N
Sides
Saffron Pilav Rice
Dietary Requirements: VG
Raita
Dietary Requirements: V, D
Speciality Bread Basket
Dietary Requirements: V, G, D, N
Lamb Keema Naan
Dietary Requirements: D, G
Laccha Paratha
Dietary Requirements: V, D, G
Tandoori Roti
Dietary Requirements: VG,G
Peshwari Naan
Dietary Requirements: V, D, G, N
Garlic Naan
Dietary Requirements: V, D, G
Mint & Coriander Naan
Dietary Requirements: V, D, G
Plain Naan
Dietary Requirements: V, D, G
Coconut Rice
Dietary Requirements: VG
Steamed Rice
Dietary Requirements: VG
Poppadoms & Chutneys
Dietary Requirements: V,D,M
All Together Now
Indian café-style thalis served Monday to Thursday, 12 noon – 4.45 pm (last orders). Each platter includes a starter, sides, and fixings.
Chicken
Chicken Tikka Salad, Murgh Makhni, Seasonal Vegetable, Steamed Rice, Baby Naan, Poppadom
Lamb
Sheek Kebab, Salad, Lamb Rogan Josh, Seasonal Vegetable, Steamed Rice, Baby Naan, Poppadom
Prawn
Prawn Fry, Salad, Prawn Curry, Seasonal Vegetable, Steamed Rice, Baby Naan, Poppadom
Vegetable
Paneer Tikka, Salad, Paneer Makhni, Seasonal Vegetable, Steamed Rice, Baby Naan, Poppadom
Vegan
Onion Pakora, Mango Chutney, Nadan Vegetable Curry, Seasonal Vegetable, Steamed Rice, Baby Naan, Poppadom
Weekend Set Menu
3-Course Set Menu – served every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, available 12 noon – 4.45 pm (last order 4.45pm). Vegetarian option available. Price: 24.95 per person.
Aloo Tikki
Potato cake served on a bed of spiced chickpeas
Mushroom cake
Chicken Breast marinated with mint and coriander then finished in the tandoor
Prawn Moilee
Tiger Prawns steeped in a moilee sauce of garlic, ginger, and coconut milk
Murgh Labadar
In the Mughlai style of cooking of North India, famous for its rich heartwarming food, tandoori chicken tikka in a spiced onion and tomato sauce
Thoran
Experience our traditional Kerala dish of vegetables tempered with mustard and fresh coconut
Crème Brûlée
Mains
Discover real curry! Reflecting the regional variations of Indian cooking from the mountains of the north, to the coconut fringed backwaters of the coastal south. Dietary legend: (V) = Vegetarian | (VG) = Vegan | (N) = Contains Nuts | (G) = Contains Gluten | (D) = Contains Dairy | (C) = Contains Crustaceans | (F) = Contains Fish | (M) = Contains Mustard | (E) = Contains Egg.
Lamb Chops
Grilled lamb chops, stir-fried greens, roasted new potatoes, dates and aubergine chutney, with its own sauce reduction. Dietary Requirements: D
Tandoori Kebab Platter
Lamb Chop, Paneer Tikka, Chicken Tikka, Sheek Kebab. Dietary Requirements: D
Raan Akbari
A classic dish of slow-braised lamb shank marinated with spices finished in the tandoor, served in its own sauce reduction and roasted potatoes. Dietary Requirements: D
Tiffin Sea Bass
Anand George’s signature dish, commemorating Chef’s winning of the Tiffin Cup 2008 & 2013, for Best South Asian Restaurant in the UK; sea bass, pan-seared and served on a bed of curry leaf infused mashed potato; in a tongue-tickling raw mango, ginger and coconut sauce with beetroot pachadi. Dietary Requirements: D, F, M
Seafood Platter
The stars align with Tandoori Prawn, Tandoori Salmon, Soft Shell Crab, Scallop. Dietary Requirements: C, D, F
Malabar Biryani
Our Biryani is created in the authentic Kerala style, served under a flaky crust, for maximum flavour and tenderness, enhanced by fragrant spices, and accompanied by homemade Raita. Choose from: Chicken Tikka, Lamb, Vegetable, Prawn (C). Dietary Requirements: Please see selection above
Burrata Lababdar
Burrata cheese, served on our classic Lababdar sauce – A Mughlai Delicacy. Dietary Requirements: V, D, N
Paneer Makhani
Indian cottage cheese steeped in a rich tomato sauce flavoured with fenugreek leaves. Dietary Requirements: V, D, N
Prawn
Choice of: Alleppey sauce: A clever blend of raw mango, ginger and coconut Moilee sauce: Garlic and turmeric-infused sauce laced with coconut milk. Dietary Requirements: C
Murgh Makhani
Tandoori chicken tikka in a rich tomato sauce flavoured with fenugreek leaves. Dietary Requirements: D, N
Murgh Lababdar
In the Mughlai style of cooking of North India, famous for its rich heart-warming food, tandoori chicken tikka in a spiced onion and tomato sauce. Dietary Requirements: D, N
Coconut Chicken
Delicious chicken thigh curry with Pandan leaves, shallots, spiked with home-made curry powder, turmeric and coconut milk. Dietary Requirements: M
Lamb Rogan Josh
A classic dish of lamb slow-cooked for ultimate tenderness, in authentic Kashmiri style with onions and spices, finished with fennel seeds and saffron. Dietary Requirements: D
Saag Gosht
A traditional dish from North-Western India – lamb cooked with leaf spinach, onion tomatoes and spices, flavoured with fenugreek leaves. Dietary Requirements: D
Calicut Beef
Beef brisket simmered in a perfect combination of spices and flavours, inspired by street food of Calicut on the Malabar Coast of Kerala. Dietary Requirements:
Discovery – 7-course Chef’s Taster Menu
Seven courses. 65.00 per person. Add 40.00 for matching wines. Vegetarian option is available. Booking is essential. Dietary Requirements: (C) = Contains Crustaceans | (D) = Contains Dairy | (E) = Contains Egg | (G) = Contains Gluten | (M) = Contains Mustard | (S) = Contains Sesame Seeds. Allergens: Prepared in a kitchen that handles nuts.
Amuse Bouche
Salmon
Salmon infused with dill leaves & cooked in tandoor. Served on a bed of curry leaf infused mash potato & Malabar sauce. Paired with Esencia Divina Albarino, Rias Baixas, (Spain) – 75ml.
Burrata
Burrata Cheese, served on our classic Lababdar sauce; a Mughlai delicacy. Served with mint & coriander naan. Paired with Great Bear Zinfandel Rose California (USA) – 75ml.
Chicken
Chicken breast marinated with creamy cheese, cooked in tandoor, served with chicken thigh pickle. Paired with Allan Scott Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand) – 75ml.
Lamb
Grilled lamb chop, stir-fried greens, cumin potatoes, date & aubergine chutney. Paired with Lunaka Pinot Noir (Chile) – 75ml.
Sorbet
Dessert
Chef’s selection of desserts. Paired with La Perle D`Arche Sauternes, France – 50ml.
Sunset Set Menu
A weekday evening set menu – two or three courses. Served every Monday to Thursday, 5 to 9 pm (last orders). Vegetarian option available. Two Courses 24.95 Per Person, Three Courses 29.95 Per Person. An optional service charge of 10% is added to the bill.
Salmon Cake
Salmon fillet blended with spices and bread crumbed
Alloo Tikki
Potato cake served on a bed of spiced chickpeas
Chicken Tikka
Chicken Breast marinated with cardamom and cheese, finished in tandoor
Prawn Alleppey
Inspired by seafood cooks of the backwaters of Alleppey, Kerala South India, tiger prawns in a tongue tickling raw mango, ginger and coconut sauce
Saag Murgh
Chicken Tikka cooked with leaf spinach, onion tomatoes and spices, finished with fenugreek leaves
Dal Makhni
Slow cooked classic black lentils, finished with butter and cream
Chef’s dessert of the day
Cocktails and Mocktails
Mocktail Strawberry and Mint Mojito
Mocktail Mango Bianco
Mocktail Pineapple Punch
Mango Margarita
Espresso Martini
Crazy Singh Lassi Gin
Campari Cosmo
Bliss on The Beach

Vegetarian Food Studio
Vegetarian Food Studio has been a Cardiff fixture for more than two decades, and its appeal goes well beyond simply removing meat from the equation. The kitchen draws from Gujarati home cooking, South Indian dosa culture and Indo-Chinese favourites, producing a menu with enough variety for committed vegans, mixed groups and diners who just want vegetables treated as the main event. The atmosphere is informal and family-run, with the food carrying the occasion.
A thali is the best introduction because it gathers curries, dal or kadhi, rice, breads, salad, a sweet and crunchy accompaniments into one balanced plate. Masala dosa offers a different rhythm: crisp fermented pancake, dry potato curry, sambar and coconut chutney. Those two choices show the restaurant's range without turning dinner into a long list of disconnected dishes. Ask about the vegan version of the thali when needed, and add a chaat or Indo-Chinese plate if the table wants more heat and texture.
Address: 115-117 Penarth Road, Cardiff CF11 6JU, United Kingdom
Vegetarian Food Studio Menu
Starters
Loaded Chilli Chips
Potato chips with cheese, onions in a fiery masala sauce
Crispy Chips Chilli Mix
Crispy chips stir fried with garlic, onion, peppers tossed in Indo-Chinese sauce
Chilli Chips Chat
Potato chips with baked beans, green chillies and onions
Chinese Samosas (3pc)
Samosas filled with Chinese noodles, no onion, no garlic served tamarind chutney
Mexican samosas (3pc)
samosas filled with Mexican masala, no onion, no garlic served tamarind chutney
3 in 1 Chat
Chat made with spring roll, samosa and petis
Bread & Rice
Biryani
Long basmati rice cooked with vegetables, onions, garlic, and spices
Mixed Bean Rice
Steamed basmati rice mixed with various beans and spices
Puran Bread (2pc)
A sweet flatbread stuff with lentil filling spiced with saffron and cardamom made with wheat flour
Bhakari (2pc)
Flatbread made with wheat flour, black pepper, sesame seeds, and jeera
North Indian Dishes
Cabbage Curry
Gujarati style cabbage curry with peas and potatoes
Cauliflower Peas & Potato Curry
Cauliflower peas and potato cooked with Gujarati style masala
Cashew Nut Curry
Cashew nuts it cooked with cream and spicy Punjabi gravy
Paneer Butter Masala
Paneer cooked in creamy Punjabi style gravy
Baked Bean Curry
Baked beans cooked with onions and in mild masala
Chana Paneer / Tofu
Chickpeas cooked in a Punjabi style tomato based sauce with paneer OR tofu
Oriental Dishes
Kung Pao Potato
Potato wedges cooked in sweet & sour sauce, diced peppers, onions with roasted sesame seeds and nuts
Chilli Tofu Noodles
Stir fried noodles with tofu, onions, peppers, garlic, cabbage, and carrots
Chinese Bubble
Noodles, mogo, paneer manchurian stir fried with vegetables in an Indo Chinese sauce
South Indian
Nutella Dosa
Dosa layered with Nutella
Biscoff Dosa
Dosa layered with Biscoff (No sambhar)
Dairy Milk Dosa
Dosa layered with Chocolate (No sambhar)
Fasting Food
Farali Potatoes
Potatoes cooked with tomatoes, chilies, cumin, and black pepper
Sabudana Ni Khichdi
Sago seeds cooked with potatoes, nuts, cumin, and spices
Farali Chilli Paneer
Paneer cooked with peppers, carrots, cabbage and imli sauce

Koottaan Curry Club
Koottaan Curry Club focuses on the cooking of Kerala and has built a strong following around bold, homely flavours. The compact Wyeverne Road restaurant feels more like a place to eat heartily than to linger over formality, which suits the menu's banana-leaf parcels, layered breads, biriyani and coconut-rich curries. Recent diners repeatedly praise the regional character of the food, although service can slow when the room and takeaway trade are both busy.
Pothichoru is the dish to plan around: rice and accompaniments bundled in banana leaf so that steam and spice mingle before the parcel is opened. Beef preparations and flaky Kerala porotta make another satisfying combination, particularly for diners who like pepper, curry leaf and roasted coconut notes. A group can cover more ground with one rice dish, one dry-fried or roasted plate, a curry and breads. The kitchen's regional focus is the reason to visit, so its Kerala specialities deserve priority over familiar fallback orders.
Address: 93 Wyeverne Road, Cardiff CF24 4BG, United Kingdom
Koottaan Cardiff Menu
Koottaan Starters
Papadam with In-House Sauces
Crispy and lightly spiced. These traditional Indian snacks, are perfectly complemented by our selection of in-house sauces, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavours.
Idli with Sambar and Coconut Chutney
Soft, steamed rice cakes, a staple of South Indian cuisine, perfectly paired with aromatic sambhar and freshly made coconut chutney for a comforting and authentic experience.
Samosa Chaat
Crispy samosas, broken and mixed with zesty spices and herbs, served with a tangy sauce, combining traditional flavours in an innovative chaat experience.
Kerala Chicken 65
Juicy chicken pieces marinated in a blend of Kerala spices, deep-fried to perfection, creating a burst of flavours that's both spicy and irresistibly delicious.
Medhu Vada with Coconut Chutney and Sambar (3)
Delightfully crispy on the outside and soft inside, these savory lentil doughnuts, are a South Indian favourite, served with our smooth and flavourful coconut chutney.
Masala Fries
Fries tossed in house masala
Classic Curries
Beef Roast
Slow-cooked beef, tender and richly flavored with a mix of Kerala spices, full of smoky flavour
Chicken Curry
Spicy Kerala- style chicken curry
Lamb Curry
Tender lamb simmered in coconut and black pepper gravy
Fish Curry
Fresh Kingfish bathed in a tangy tamarind-infused gravy, melding the robust flavours of the coast with the zesty kick of tamarind for a truly authentic Kerala taste experience
Veg Kurma
Mixed vegetables cooked in mild coconut-based masala
Channa Masala
Chickpeas in tomato and onion gravy, flavoured with Kerala spices.
Dal Tadka
Lentils tempered with ghee, mustard, garlic and curry leaves
Beef Curry
Slow-cooked beef in roasted masala
Sambar
Koottaan Signature
Chatti Choru
Our signature Kerala-style meal with rice, curries and sides
Chicken Kizhi Porotta
Layered porotta stuffed with chicken curry and wrapped in a banana leaf for that smoky flavour
Beef Kizhi Parotta
Layered porotta stuffed with beef curry and wrapped in a banana leaf for that smoky flavour
Lamb Kizhi Porotta
Layered porotta stuffed with lamb curry and wrapped in a banana leaf for that smoky flavour
Jumbo Kizhi Porotta
Tender layers of flaky porotta with chicken, lamb, and/or beef and succulent chicken 65, alongside an egg omelette, slow-cooked on a tawa in a fragrant banana leaf
Chicken Biriyani
Fragrant Kerala style biriyani made with spiced chicken and fried onions
Vegetable Biriyani
Aromatic vegetable biriyani cooked with house spices and garnished with fried onions
Kothu Porotta
Chopped porotta tossed on the tawa with curry, egg and house spices. Choose between chicken, beef and lamb
Paal Kappa
Tapioca mash cooked in coconut milk, served with a curry of your choice
Chicken Erachi Choru
Traditional Kerala-style rice dish cooked with tender chicken, aromatic spices, and slow-cooked for rich flavour.

Salkaara
Salkaara's Llandaff branch combines the breadth of a neighbourhood Indian restaurant with a distinctive Kerala thread. The menu moves from tandoor-grilled starters to seafood, slow-cooked meat and vegetable dishes built with coconut, tamarind, curry leaf and black pepper. The dining room is smart enough for a celebration but relaxed enough for a midweek meal, and the tasting options are useful when a table wants variety without negotiating every plate.
Meen pollichathu—fish coated in a Kerala masala and cooked in banana leaf—is a compelling choice for its fragrance and gentle steaming. Beef dry fry brings a darker, roasted contrast with coconut chips and curry leaves, while lamb chops from the tandoor add smoke. Vegetarians have more than token side dishes: okra in roasted-coconut masala, mango curry and paneer from the grill can form a complete meal. For a first visit, combine one seafood dish, one dry preparation and a bread or rice chosen for the sauce.
Address: 125 Station Road, Cardiff CF14 2FE, United Kingdom
Salkaara Menu
Starters
Honey Glazed Chilli Chicken
Deep fried spicy battered chicken; tossed in a spicy garlic, soy and honey sauce
Lamb Seekh Kebab
Tender lamb cubes crusted with honey, methi and exotic spices; tandoori grilled.
Tawa Prawns
Spicy and tangy grilled prawns in a paste of curry leaves, red chillies and garlic
Malai Chicken Tikka
Creamy star anise and black pepper marinated chicken; tandoori grilled
Mushroom Cheese Tikki
Cheese stuffed spiced mushroom croquettes ; deep crumb fried.
Kashmiri Chicken Tikka
Chicken morsels infused in a special marinade with kashmiri red chillies
Beef Chilli Fry
Tender beef cooked with a special blend of spices; sau’teed in low flame with coconut chips and curry leaves till dry
Pappodoms
With three in - house pickles
Onion Palak Pakora
Fritters of finely shredded spinach,onion and water chestnuts
Zafrani Paneer Tikka
Indian cottage cheese in a subtle green chilli marinade; grilled to perfection in the tandoor
Punjabi Samosa
Homemade short crust pastry with a spiced potato and pea filling; deep fried.
Tandoori Grills
Tandoori King Prawn
Tandoori grilled king prawn scented with orange zest and rolled in special spices.
Tandoori Salmon
Salmon steaks marinated with mustard, honey , dill leaves and fenugreek; grilled in the tandoor.
Mix Grill
Tiger prawn, tandoori salmon, chicken tikka , spice crusted lamb tikka and seekh kebab served with chips.
Tandoori Murgh
Baby chicken marinated with red chillies and yoghurt ; finished in the tandoor
Salkaara Specials
Alleppey Sea Bass
Sea Bass in a tongue tickling raw mango ginger, coconut milk and curry leaf sauce.
Tiger Prawns Moilee
Tiger prawns cooked in fresh coconut milk, onions, tomatoes;tempered with mustard and curry leaves.
Malabar Lamb Curry
Diced lamb cooked with onion, tomato, ginger, garlic, chilli powder coriander powder, garam masala and curry leaves.
Rajasthani Lal Maas
Succulent morsels of lamb slow cooked with rustic spices in a fiery red chilli and garlic base and finished with creamy yoghurt.
Kerala Fish Curry
Catch of the day in a clever blend of tomatoes, cocum, ginger and curry leaves.
Lamb Shank
Very tender slow cooked shank of lamb; served in a creamy sauce of cashew nuts, cream ,fresh coriander and spices.
Nadan Chicken Curry
Delicious Kerala-style chicken curry with roasted coconut and spices.
Mughalai Chicken
North Indian style preparation of chicken in a creamy , dark brown gravy rich with nuts and yoghurt; finished with a whisked egg.
Traditional British Favourites
Dhansak
Cooked with vegetables in a tangy, spicy sauce of onions, garlic, ginger, tomato, fresh coriander and spices; made lusciously thick adding lentils. A traditional Parsi recipe.
Korma
Simmered in a creamy sauce of cashew nuts, coconut, mild spices and flavoured with fresh coriander.
Tikka Masala
Cooked to a succulent balance in a chunky tomato and onion gravy with turmeric, yoghurt and spices . This is our 0wn version of this popular British dish.
Jalfrezi
Stir fried in a spicy onion tomato gravy, diced onion, crunchy bell pepper and finished with lemon juice.
Madrasi
Cooked in a spicy red sauce with chilli, ginger, garlic and a hint of fenugreek and cardamom.
Saag
Tossed in a creamy spinach base and spiced with, garlic, cumin and roasted fenugreek leaves.
Do’piaza
Persian influenced dish named after the use of onions at two different stages of cooking along with the spices has a depth of flavour.
Makhani
Punjabi style thick and creamy yet spicy; onion and tomato masala gravy a melange of Indian spices.
Biriyani
Malabar Biriyani
Malabar style preparation of biriyani - using fragrant basmati rice and an array of spices the whole combination is usually dum cooked in bulk so that the flavours and aroma are preserved. We do try and match to get an authentic preparation style. Served with Raita.
Side Dishes
Dal Tadka
Homemade lentils tempered with cumin red chillies and garlic
Thoran
Traditional Kerala dish of seasonal vegetables stir-fried and tempered with mustard and curry leaves
Onion Cucumber Raitha
Natural yoghurt with a touch of roasted cumin, chilli, onion and cucumber
Bombay Aloo
Baby potatoes and dried fenugreek leaves with cumin, ginger and onion D- DAIRY(Optional)
Bhindi Masala
Okra sautéed with onions, tomatoes and a touch of spiceD - DAIRY
Saag Khumb
Leaf spinach and mushrooms sauteed In butter with chillies and gingerD - DAIRY
Rice and Bread
Kerala Porotta
Keema Rice
Steamed Rice
Zafran Pilau Rice
Coconut Rice
Mushroom Rice
Lemon Rice
Chips
Roti
Naan
Butter Naan
Peshwari Naan
Lamb Naan
Chilli Coriander Naan
Garlic Naan
Fig and Coriander Naan
Drinks
Coca Cola 0.33L
Diet Coca Cola 0.33L
Sprite 0.33L

Spice Village
Spice Village is a lively City Road restaurant for diners who want the generosity and familiarity of a British Indian and Bangladeshi curry house. Its menu covers tandoori grills, balti dishes, biriyani, masala sauces and house specialities, so it is particularly useful for groups with different comfort levels around heat. The current branch operates as both a restaurant and takeaway, but eating in gives grilled dishes and breads the best chance to arrive at their peak.
Build the table around contrast rather than ordering several similar sauces. A tandoori or kebab starter supplies smoke and texture; a balti or chef's special provides the savoury centre; biriyani adds fragrant rice and can stand on its own with a cooling side. Diners who prefer a familiar tikka masala will find it, while the signature section is the place to look for something less predictable. Portions encourage sharing, making Spice Village a strong choice for a relaxed, substantial meal rather than a tightly choreographed tasting experience.
Address: 24 City Road, Cardiff CF24 3DL, United Kingdom
Spice Village Plasnewydd Menu
Starters
Onion Bhaji
Meat Samosa
Vegetable Samosa
Chicken Tikka
Prawn Puri
King Prawn Puri
Paneer Tikka
Veg Chaat Puri
Aloo Chaat Puri
Garlic Mushrooms
Chilli Paneer
Masala Fish
Mix Sharing Starter
Chicken Chaat Puri
Shami Kebab
Seekh Kebab
Spice Village King Prawn
Chicken Samosa
Chicken Wings
Lamb Chops (2 pieces)
Bangladeshi Signature Dishes
Beef Shatkora
Beef Bhuna
Beef Korai
Beef Jalfrezi
Murgh Pulao
Chicken Roast
Mezbani Gosht
Raan Hatkora
Tandoori Dishes
Tandoori Chicken (half) (On the Bone)
Chicken Tikka
Seekh Kebab
Tandoori Lamb Chops
Chicken Shashlik
Lamb Shashlik
Paneer Shashlik
Tandoori King Prawn
King Prawn Shashlik
Tandoori Salmon Tikka
Mixed Grill
Tandoori Wings
House Specials
Shahi Bhuna
Jamdani Chicken
Sylheti Chicken
Bombay Meatballs
Mango Delight
Maharajah Bhuna
Matar Paneer
Tinga Chicken
Captain Pathila
Ginger Chicken
Chef's Collections
Devil’s Curry
Piri Piri Xacuti
Garlic Chilli Chicken
Garlic Chicken
Murgh Masala
Chicken Kolhapuri
Beef Kolhapuri
Lamb Kolhapuri
Madras Achari
Mustard Chilli Chicken
Spice Village Sizzling Nawabi
Hush Karahi
Modhumoti Hush
Machli Bhuna
Saag Paneer
Seafood Specialities
Salmon-E-Khas
King Prawn Supreme
Tandoori King Prawn Nawabi
Seabass Bhuna (Fillet)
King Prawn Delight
Vegan Selections
Sabji Bahar
Garlic Chilli Veg
Shahi Potato Bhuna
Vegan Shashlik Bhuna
Lamb Shank Dishes
Raan Akbari
Sikandari Badi Lamb
Lamb Shank Kolhapuri
Lamb Shank
Biryani Dishes
Paneer Biryani
Chicken Biryani
Beef Biryani
Lamb Biryani
Chicken Tikka Biryani
King Prawn Biryani
Chicken and Potato Biryani
Lamb and Potato Biryani
Mixed Chicken and Lamb Biryani
Vegetable Biryani
Prawn Biryani
Vegan Side Dishes
Mumbai Naga
Mixed Vegetable Bhaji
Aloo Peas Bhaji
Bombay Potatoes
Bhindi Bhaji
Spinach Bhaji
Cauliflower Bhaji
Mushroom Bhaji
Aloo Gobi
Saag Aloo
Butternut Squash
Tarka Dal
Traditional Dishes
Curry
Madras
Bhuna
Pathia
Vindaloo
Dhansak
Tikka Bhuna
Jalfrezi Tikka
Tikka Masala
Korma Mild
Makhani (Tikka) Mild
Pasanda (Tikka) Mild
Dopiaza
Rogan
Saag (Spinach)
Karai (Tikka)
Balti Special Dishes
Chicken Balti
Lamb Balti
Beef Balti
Prawn Balti
King Prawn Balti
Veg Balti
Naan Breads
Plain Naan
Keema Naan
Garlic Naan
Peshawari Naan
Vegan Naan
Vegan Paratha
Vegan Aloo Paratha
Vegan Chilli Paratha
Paratha
Stuffed Paratha
Chapati
Puri
Tandoori Roti
Rice
Plain Rice
Pilau Rice
Special Fried Rice
Mushroom Pulao
Vegetable Pulao
Keema Rice
Coconut Rice
Egg Fried Rice
Half and Half Rice
Sundries
Chips
Raita
Onion Raita
Cucumber Raita
Plain Poppadom
Masala Poppadom
Chutney Tray
Green Salad
Drinks
Coke 330ml
Sprite 330ml
Fanta 330ml

Ginger and Clove
Ginger and Clove is a family-run Whitchurch Road restaurant with a South Indian influence and an unusually personal feel. Mathew and Swapna describe a kitchen centred on freshly prepared family recipes, and the menu stays curated rather than sprawling. That focus shows in colourful thalis, grilled dishes and curries that keep their ingredients distinct. The warm room suits a dinner where conversation matters as much as spectacle.
Daily and seasonal changes are part of the attraction, so the best approach is to ask what the kitchen is especially pleased with that evening. A thali gives the broadest snapshot, setting several curries and accompaniments against rice and bread, while grilled meat or fish offers a cleaner, smokier route. Recent feedback is particularly strong on freshness, presentation and the absence of harsh artificial colour; the trade-off is that a concise, changing menu may not guarantee every familiar curry on every visit.
Address: 72-74 Whitchurch Road, Cardiff CF14 3LX, United Kingdom
Ginger And Clove Cardiff Menu
Starters
Onion Bhaji
Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, made from onions, gram flour, green chillies and herbs. Served with a sauce.
Dahi Chaat
The term chaat denotes a wide range of street snacks. Here we have a crispy base paired with yoghurt, tamarind and mint.
Samosa Chat
Samosas are gently smashed and served with spicy chickpeas and a sauce that is sweet, hot, and tart, with a crunchy topping.
Paneer Chilli
Cottage cheese, marinated with a blend of spices, and then grilled.
Gobi Manchurian
An Indian take on Chinese food. Cauliflower florets fried in a gram flour batter, and then tossed in a spicy sauce.
Chicken 65
Spicy fried chicken. Tender on the inside, crispy on the outside.
Chilli Chicken
An Indo Chinese dish, with tender chicken bites fried in a spicy and slightly tangy sauce.
Kerala beef fry
A Kerala classic, tender beef brisket coated with a blend of spices including pepper and cinnamon. Served with thin slivers of onion in vinegar.
Chilli Ginger King Prawns
Loaded with flavour, ginger and garlic are used here to intensify the dish, making it both uniquely aromatic, and strikingly tasty.
Mains
Heritage Lamb Curry
A classic dish: tender lamb chunks coated in a rich marinade, and cooked slowly for the perfect finish.
Lamb Bhuna
A popular North Indian classic that pairs tender lamb with onion, garlic, ginger and tomatoes to create rich flavours in a thick sauce.
Syrian beef curry
Slow cooked chunks of tender beef in a spicy aromatic Kerala sauce bursting with curry leaves, black pepper, fennel seeds and tamarin.
Paneer Makhani
A vegetarian dish, this paneer makhani combines soft, protein rich paneer with a tomato purée cooked with butter.
Veg Jalfrezi
Originating from Bengal during the British Raj, this jalfrezi is now a popular Anglo- Indian staple: combining a spicy curry with crisp, vibrant vegetables.
Saag Paneer
With a unique blend of spinach curry and cubed protein rich paneer, it's no wonder this earthy dish is so beloved in India.
Dal Tadka
A comforting North Indian dish creamy lentils and then tempered with spices.
Chole Masala
A nod to a famous Punjabi staple, chickpeas cooked with a blend of spices and herbs. A versatile dish that pairs well with Naan or rice.
Kerala Fish Curry
Hailing from the tropical south coast of India, this spicy fish curry is always cooked with mango and coconut milk for a perfect creamy finish.
Meen Pollichathu
Fish coated in cooked kerala spice paste and steamed in a banana leaf.
Nadan Chicken Curry
Included by popular demand. Chicken breast cooked to Mathew's own recipe, much loved by anyone who has eaten at our table.
Chicken Jalfrezi
A popular Anglo-Indian dish, well known for its hot tangy taste.
Dehli Butter Chicken
Tender chicken breast chunks cooked in a rich butter and cashew nut sauce, with a masala blend of: coriander, ginger and garlic.
Specials & Combos
Chole Bhatura
This dish pairs a chickpea curry with bhatura, a fluffy, deep fried flatbread.
Paal Kappa Fish Curry
Traditional Kerala dish made with mashed tapioca and coconut milk. creamy and mildly spiced. it is comfortable and flavorful. Served with fish curry.
Paal Kappa Beef Curry
Traditional Kerala dish made with mashed tapioca and coconut milk. creamy and mildly spiced. it is comfortable and flavorful. Served with beef curry.
Chicken Kothu Porotta
Popular South Indian street food made with soft, crispy shredded chicken and flatbread.
Chicken Kizhi porotta
Flaky flatbread layered with aromatic spices and chicken. wrapped in banana leaf. along with boiled eggs and fried chicken and made to sear in the griddle.
Keema Bhatura
A North Indian Dish which pairs bhatura, a fluffy, deep fried flatbread, with keema, mince meat sautéed with onion, ginger and a range of spices.
Beef Kizhi porotta
Flaky flatbread layered with aromatic spices and beef. wrapped in banana leaf. along with boiled eggs and chicken 65 and made to sear in the griddle.
Biriyani & Rice
Lamb Biryani
Tender lamb cooked with layers of perfectly steamed rice and a blend of spices. topped with fried crispy onions.
Chicken Biryani
Fragrant layers of rice flavoured with cloves, cinnamon and pepper, steamed with layers of spicy chicken topped with crispy fried onions.
Vegetable Biryani
An aromatic rice dish made with basmathi rice, mixed veggies, herbs and spices.
Pulav Rice
Basmathi rice cooked with an aromatic blend of ghee, whole spices, onion and a hint of saffron.
Steamed rice
Rice cooked by boiling/ steaming
Peas Pulav
An aromatic dish of basmathi rice loaded with peas
Coconut Rice
Rice cooked in grated cocount and fenugreek.
Garlic Rice
Buttery basmathi rice sautéed with garlic
Mushroom Rice
Basmathi rice cooked with mushrooms and infused with a rich, earthy flavour.
Breads & Sides
Roti
Unleavened flat bread made from whole wheat flour
Kerala Parotta
A flaky, layered flatbread which is a South Indian speciality. It is made from refined flour (maida) and cooked with ghee or oil
Plain Dosa
A thin savoury crepe
Masala Dosa
A dosa stuffed with spiced seasoned potato
Chole Masala
A nod to a famous Punjabi staple. chickpeas cooked with a blend of spices and herbs. A versatile dish that pairs well with Naan or rice.
Seasonal Veg Thoran
Seasonal vegetables cooked with grated coconut, green chillies and garlic. Tempered with coconut oil, mustard and curry leaves.
Dal Tadka
A comforting North Indian dish creamy lentils and then tempered with spices.
Saag Aloo
A popular North Indian dish that pairs spinach with tender potatoes.
Bombay Aloo
A popular Bombay side dish featuring tender potatos in a fragrant, spicy sauce
Masala Fries
Plain Fries
Cocktails
All cocktails £8.00
Classic daiquiri
A Sour made with White Rum, sharp and invigorating, it consists of White Rum and fresh lime juice.
Dry daiquiri
A combination of white Rum, Campari, passion fruit, sugar syrup and fresh lime juice, this drink is a modern twist of the classic daiquiri.
Mojito
A combination of white rum, mint leaves, sugar and soda, this drink is a global favourite.
Negroni
A drink that has the right balance of sweetness and bitterness to stimulate the appetite; it is a combination of Gin and Campari with sweet vermouth.
Martini
A combination of Gin and Campari with dry vermouth, this drink is the Quintessence of elegant drinking (bond style), drinking this classic is a deeply personal experience.
Manhattan
The rich wine notes from the sweet vermouth, combined with the spice and punch of whiskey are what give the drink such depth and complexity.
Old fashioned
Rich, complex and strong. A cocktail made the 'old fashioned way' entailed simply a base spirit, sugar, water and bitters. It sits among the truly great drink creations of all time.
Whiskey sour
Silky, smooth and perfectly balanced. Rich bourbon and sharp citrus make this classic cocktail. It is a combination of Bourbon, lemon juice, egg white and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
Blue Lagoon
Vodka mixed with blue Curacao and lemonade
Cape Codder
Named after the summer resort on the Massachusetts coast. This refreshing long drink is sipped as the sun sets over the horizon. A mix of Vodka and cranberry juice.
Cosmopolitan
Immortalized in the late 1990s by the television show 'Sex in the City', it is a combination fo Vodka and Cointreau, with cranberry and lemon juice.
Expresso martini
A blend of Vodka, coffee, liqueur and fresh expresso coffee, this drink is a modern classic.
Draught Beers
Cobra
Madri
Asphall Cider
Guinness
Bottled Beer
All bottled beers £4.80
Peroni
Peroni Zero
Birra Moretti
Corona

Keralacafe Cardiff
Kerala Cafe brings a broad South Indian menu to 153-155 Crwys Road, with Malabar curries, seafood, coconut-based sauces and breads that are made for scooping rather than ceremony. The restaurant is casual and welcoming, and its long menu makes it useful for families or groups who want both familiar dishes and recognisably Keralan combinations. It is a practical choice for a mixed table because the kitchen offers mild, aromatic comfort alongside much fiercer flavours.
Look first for fish or prawn curries sharpened with tamarind and curry leaf, then pair them with appam or flaky porotta rather than defaulting automatically to naan. Dosa offers a crisper, lighter path, while biriyani is the more substantial one-dish option. Coconut softens rather than erases heat in many Kerala preparations, so it is worth combining a mellow stew or moilee-style dish with something peppery or roasted. The result is a table with real regional shape, rather than several curries differing only by colour.
Address: 153-155 Crwys Road, Cardiff CF24 4NH, United Kingdom
Kerala Cafe Menu
Veg Starters
Onion Bhaji
Crispy fritters made with sliced onions, seasoned spices, and chickpea flour, served with chutney
Veg Samosa 2pcs
Crispy pastry filled with spiced vegetables
Paneer 65
Spicy, deep-fried paneer cubes marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, served with sauce
Medu Vada 2pcs
Crispy lentil doughnuts, seasoned with spices, served with chutney
Pazham Pori
Crispy fried plantain snack
Chilli Gobi
Crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a spicy chili sauce with bell peppers and onions, garnished with fresh herbs for a zesty appetizer
Pappadom
Crispy, fried lentil wafer
Non Veg Starters
Meat Samosa 2pcs
Crispy pastry filled with spiced minced meat, served with sauce
Pazhampori Beef
A flavorful bite-sized dish to begin your meal on a tasty note.
Chicken 65
Crispy, spicy fried chicken pieces marinated in a blend of aromatic spices
Beef Dry Fry
Tender beef pieces sautéed with aromatic spices, onions, and herbs, served dry for a flavorful, spicy experience
Chilli Chicken
Tender chicken pieces stir-fried with bell peppers and onions in a spicy chili sauce, garnished with spring onions
Naadan Coconut Beef Fry
Deep-fried delight, cooked with spices for a crunchy experience.
Chef's Special
Fish Pollichathu
Pomfret marinated in spices, wrapped in banana leaves, and thava fried to perfection
Kizhi Biriyani
Biriyani rice & meat wrapped in banana leaf & steamed for rich aroma.
Paal Kizhi Porotta Chicken
Porotta & chicken steamed together in coconut milk banana wrap.
Paal Kizhi Porotta Beef
Tender beef & porotta infused with coconut milk & slow cooked.
Nice Pathiri Chicken
Soft, delicate rice flatbreads (pathiri) paired with a rich, slow-cooked authentic chicken curry
Nice Pathiri Beef
Soft, delicate rice flatbreads (pathiri) paired with a rich, slow-cooked authentic beef curry
Kappa Biriyani
An authentic Kerala delicacy featuring soft mashed tapioca combined with richly spiced, slow-cooked meat, tempered with curry leaves and aromatic spices for a bold, rustic flavour
Poricha Pathiri Beef
Crispy fried rice cake with rich, spiced beef curry — bold, hearty, and deeply satisfying
Wayanadan Kanthari Chicken Curry
Aromatic authentic Kerala style chicken curry with bird's-eye chilli combined with creamy coconut gravy to balance the heat
Meals
A comforting plate of rice with bold, tangy fish curry and traditional sides
Chicken Tikka Masala
Grilled chicken in a creamy tomato-based sauce.
Chicken Chilli Wings
Crispy fried chicken wings coated in a fiery chilli glaze, infused with garlic, peppers, and aromatic spices for a rich, irresistible flavour.
Natholi Fry
Crispy fried anchovies marinated in traditional Kerala spices, finished with curry leaves for a bold, flavorful coastal delicacy
Fish Fry
Fresh marinated fish, deep-fried to crispy perfection with Kerala spices
Ayala Fry
Spiced mackerel fried to crispy perfection—bold, fresh, and full of coastal flavor
Veg Curry
Kadala Curry
Kerala-style black chickpea curry rich in flavour
Special Dal Curry
Slow-cooked lentils tempered with traditional spices.
Veg Sambar
Traditional South Indian lentil and vegetable curry
Veg Stew
Mild coconut milk curry with mixed vegetables.
Paneer Butter Masala
Paneer cooked in a rich buttery tomato gravy
Non Veg Curry
Chicken Curry
Tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich, spices and coconut gravy
Beef Curry
Tender beef chunks slow cooked in a rich and spicy gravy made with aromatic spices
Fish Curry
Fish simmered in a tangy and spicy gravy, infused with traditional spices
Butter Chicken Curry
Succulent chicken pieces simmered in a creamy tomato sauce enriched with butter and aromatic spices
Beef Roast
Succulent beef marinated with spices and slow-roasted to perfection, served with a flavorful gravy and accompaniments
Mutton Stew
Tender mutton pieces slow-cooked in a savory broth with vegetables and aromatic spices
Egg Curry
Hard-boiled eggs cooked in a spiced tomato and onion gravy, enriched with coconut milk
Chemmeen Mulakittathu
Prawns cooked in a fiery red chilli & coconut masala.
Dosa
Masala Dosa
Crispy rice crepe filled with spiced potato mixture, served with chutney and sambar
Plain Dosa
Thin, crispy rice crepe served with coconut chutney and sambar
Podi Dosa
Crispy rice crepe sprinkled with spicy lentil powder, served with chutney and sambar
Paneer Dosa
Crispy dosa filled with spiced paneer
Uthappam
Thick, savory rice pancake topped with onions, tomatoes, and chilies, served with coconut chutney and sambar
Thattu Dosa
Thick and soft, crispy rice dosa served with a variety of chutneys and sambar
Paper Roast
Ultra-thin, crispy dosa served with chutney and sambar
Podi Masala Dosa
Crispy dosa filled with spiced potato, topped with flavorful podi
Chocolate Dosa
Sweet fusion dosa filled with melted chocolate - a dessert twist.
Ghee Dosa
Dosa cooked with rich ghee for a fragrant & buttery flavor.
Idli
Idli
Soft, steamed rice cakes made from fermented rice and lentil batter
Noodles
Chicken Noodles
Stir-fried noodles tossed with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce, delivering a quick and satisfying meal
Prawns Noodles
Stir-fried noodles with succulent prawns and vibrant vegetables, tossed in a flavorful sauce for a delicious seafood delight
Egg Noodles
Tender noodles stir-fried with scrambled eggs and mixed vegetables, seasoned with savory sauces for a quick and delicious meal
Paneer Noodles
Stir-fried noodles tossed with spiced paneer cubes and colorful vegetables, enhanced with flavorful sauces for a satisfying vegetarian dish
Veg Noodles
Stir-fried noodles mixed with an assortment of fresh vegetables and tossed in savoy sauces for a quick and flavourful vegetarian meal
Biriyani
Chicken Biriyani
Aromatic basmati/kaima rice layered with marinated chicken, cooked with spices and herbs, served with raita for a flavorful meal
Lamb Biriyani
Succulent lamb marinated in spices, layered with fragrant basmati/kaima rice, slow cooked to perfection and served with raita for a rich and flavorful experience
Fish Biriyani
Flavorful basmati/kaima rice layered with marinated fish, cooked with aromatic spices and herbs, served with raita for a delightful seafood experience
Boneless Chicken Biriyani
Tender boneless chicken pieces cooked with fragrant basmati/kaima rice and aromatic spices, served with raita for a deliciously satisfying meal
Mutton Kizhi Biriyani
Fragrant basmati/kaima rice layered with tender mutton cooked in aromatic spices, wrapped in banana leaves and slow-cooked to perfection for a rich and flavorful meal
Rice
Veg Fried Rice
Stir-fried rice tossed with colorful vegetables, soy sauce, and aromatic spices for a flavorful and satisfying dish
Ghee Rice
Fragrant rice cooked with clarified ghee, spices, and herbs, creating a rich and aromatic side dish perfect for pairing with curries
Chicken Fried Rice
Fragrant fried rice stir-fried with tender chicken pieces, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, and aromatic spices for a flavorful and satisfying meal
Egg Fried Rice
Flavourful fried rice with scrambled eggs and mixed vegetables, seasoned with soy sauce and spices for a hearty meal
Paneer Fried Rice
Aromatic fried rice tossed with spiced paneer cubes and mixed vegetables, seasoned with soy sauce for a delightful vegetarian dish
Plain Rice
Fragrant long-grain basmati rice steamed to perfection, serving as a light and fluffy base for any curry or dish
Bread
Porotta
Flaky layered flatbread made from refined flour, served fresh and perfect for dipping in curries.
Chapati
Soft, unleavened whole wheat flatbread, perfect for pairing with curries and gravies
Puttu
Steamed rice and coconut layers served in cylindrical form
Kallappam 2pcs
Soft, fermented rice pancakes with a fluffy center and crisp edges
Idiyappam 4pcs
Steamed rice noodle cakes, light and delicate in texture
Nice Pathiri 5pcs
Paper thin, soft, flat bread made from rice flour, perfect bread for flavourful curry
Nool Porotta
Soft and flaky handmade string hoppers made from refined flour, perfect for pairing with curries or gravies for a delicious meal
Kappa & Porotta Variety
Paal Kappa
Creamy tapioca mash flavoured with coconut milk & spices
Yellow Kappa
Golden mashed tapioca seasoned with turmeric & mustard.
Paal Kappa Beef
Tapioca in coconut milk served with spicy beef curry.
Yellow Kappa Fish
Turmeric-spiced kappa served with traditional fish curry.
Yellow Kappa Beef
Seasoned tapioca mash served with dry beef roast.
Paal Kappa Fish
Coconut-rich tapioca mash paired with tangy fish curry.
Kothu Porotta
Chicken Kothu Porotta
Chopped flaky porotta stir-fried with special chicken curry, onions, and vegetables, delivering a flavourful and hearty dish
Beef kothu Porotta
Chopped flaky porotta stir-fried with special beef curry, onions, and vegetables, delivering a flavourful and hearty dish
Egg kothu Porotta
Flaky porotta chopped and stirfried with scrambled eggs, spices, and vegetables, creating a deliciously spicy and satisfying meal.
Kizhi Porotta
Chicken Kizhi Porotta
Flaky porotta served with tender chicken cooked in aromatic spices, wrapped in banana leaves, and accompanied by a rich gravy for a flavorful meal.
Beef Kizhi Porotta
Flaky porotta served with tender beef marinated in spices and wrapped in banana leaves, creating a flavorful dish complemented by rich gravy
Desserts
Payasam
A traditional South Indian dessert made with rice or vermicelli, cooked in sweetened milk and flavored with cardamom, garnished with nuts and raisins for a delightful finish
Gulab Jamun with Ice Cream
Soft, syrup-soaked dumplings made from khoya, served warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream for a perfect sweet treat
Rasmalai
Soft, spongy cheese dumplings soaked in sweetened milk flavored with cardamom and saffron, garnished with nuts for a rich and indulgent dessert.
Hot Beverages
Tea
Black Tea
Herbal Tea
Soft Drinks
Red Bull
Diet Coke
Coke Zero Sugar
Sprite
Pepsi
Fanta Lemon
Tango Orange
Appletiser
Monster
Coke
Schweppes Soda Water
Fresh Juice
Fresh Lime
Orange Lime
Pineapple Lime
Grape Lime
Soda Lime
Sarbath
Orange Juice
Watermelon Juice
Pineapple Juice
Grape Juice
Lassi
Sweet Lassi
Mango Lassi
Water
Still Water 250ml
Still Water 750ml
Sparkling Water 750ml
Sparkling Water 250ml

Mattancherry Canton
Mattancherry takes its name and inspiration from Kochi's historic quarter, placing Kerala's spice-coast cooking at the centre of a bright Canton dining room. The offering spans a main menu, vegan choices and tasting formats, which makes it flexible enough for a quick selection of favourites or a more structured dinner. Recent diners praise the food's authenticity and the staff's warmth, with occasional criticism focused more on limited promotional menus than on the full offering.
Seafood is an especially good reason to visit. A crab starter or fish preparation brings the coastal theme forward, while curries layered with coconut, curry leaf and roasted spice show the kitchen's gentler, aromatic side. Balance those with a dry-fried or grilled plate and a rice or bread chosen to suit the sauce. Vegans are given a separate menu rather than a few improvised substitutions, so mixed groups can share more naturally. The colourful setting makes it well suited to birthdays and relaxed group dinners.
Address: 153 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff CF11 9AH, United Kingdom
Mattancherry Canton Menu
Starters
Punjabi Samosa
Crunchy pastry with ajwain seeds & delicately spiced vegetable filling. Contains: Gluten, Dairy
Samosa Ragada Chaat
Fresh crushed samosa on a bed of curried chickpea, finished with chopped onion & coriander & chaat seasonings. Contains: Dairy, Gluten
Idli Chaat
Lightly sauted idli rice cakes with spicy sauce & gun powder.
Baji Basket
Caramelised onion & spinach/potato donut/aubergine fritters.
Chicken Lolipop
All-time favourite! Middle segments of deep-fried chicken wings marinated with ginger, garlic and spices
Chicken Momo
Delicious chicken dumplings. Contains: Gluten, Dairy. MEDIUM
Chicken 65
Spicy & juicy chicken chunks tossed in an exciting sauce
Mattancherry Koonthal
Crispy fried squid rings served with chilli garlic mayo.
Tiger Prawn Porichathu
Tiger Prawns marinated with Kashmiri chillies, garlic & deep fried. Contains: Shellfish. MEDIUM
Tawa Fish
A straightforward preparation of using fresh fish by adding delicious combination of lemon juice, red chilli, pepper, ginger & garlic.
Fish Amritsari
Fish fritters (Tilapia) marinated in ginger garlic paste & battered with gram flour. MEDIUM
Crunchy Nibbles
Pappadam
Basket of Pappadam with condiments . Contains: Gluten. MEDIUM
Dosa & Idli
Served with sambar lentils & chutney.
Idli Sambar
Delicious & healthy rice cakes with black lentils.
Plain Dosa
Crisp & thin rice pancakes. A South Indian classic.
Onion Dosa
Pancake topped with chopped onions, green chilli & coriander leaves.
Cheese Dosa
Flavoured with chutney filled with delicious cheese, topped with butter. Contains: Gluten, Dairy
Masala Dosa
Rice pancake stuffed with seasoned potatoes.
Uthappam
A thick rice pancake topped with onions & coriander.
Chole Batura
Thick scrumptious chickpeas curry s/w fried bread from the same. MEDIUM
Kerala Specialities
Vegetable Mango Curry
Seasonal vegetable in raw mango, ginger, coconut milk finish with fennel.
Vegan Mixed Vegetable Curry
Vegan
Vegetable Curry
A Keralaid style of seasonal vegetable preparations.
Nadan Chicken Curry
Village style preparation of chicken curry with special aroma.
Railway Lamb Curry
A modern take on classic dish of British India.
Syrian Beef Curry
A Portuguese inspired dish popular among the syrian Christian in Kerala
Konju Manga Curry
A simple delicacy prawn with raw mango slice with fresh coconut paste. Contains: Shellfish
Alleppey Fish Curry
Fish cooked with raw mango, ginger, Kashmiri chilli & fresh coconut paste.
Fish Moilee
Signature dish of Central Kerala-based on Portuguese one-pot seafood mixed stew. Contains: Shellfish
Prawn Moilee
Signature dish of Central Kerala-based on Portuguese one-pot seafood mixed stew. Contains: Shellfish
Our Popular Choice
Vegetable Korma
A traditional Mughal dish with yogurt, coconut & cashew nut. Contains: Dairy, Nuts
Paneer Makhani
Popular butter paneer masala, ingredients of tomatoes fresh cream, cashew nuts, onions & Indian spices. Contains: Dairy
Saag Paneer
Fresh leaf spinach and Indian cottage cheese sauteed with garlic & green chilies. Contains: Dairy
Chicken Tikka Masala
Our own recipe of chicken in yogurt tomato & spices. Contains: Dairy, Nuts
Chicken Korma
A traditional Mughal dish with yogurt, coconut & cashew nut. Contains: Dairy, Nuts
Chicken Jhalfrezi
Chicken cooked with stir-fried green chillies, bell peppers, onion & tomatoes. Contains: Dairy, Nuts
Saag Wala Chicken
Fresh leaf spinach & chicken sauteed with garlic & green chillies. Contains: Dairy
Lamb Korma
A traditional Mughal dish with yogurt, coconut & cashew nut. Contains: Dairy, Nuts
Saag Gosht
Fresh leaf spinach and tender lamb sauteed with garlic & green chilies. Contains: Dairy
Prawn Korma
A traditional Mughal dish with yogurt, coconut & cashew nut. Contains: Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish
Sides
Tadka Dal
Yellow lentils temped with cumin & garlic.
Sambar
Lentil based vegetable chowder, cooked in tamarind broth.
Channa Masala
Chickpeas cooked with onion, tomato and spices
Saag Aloo
Fresh leaf spinach & potatoes sauteed with garlic & green chillies. Contains: Dairy
Thoran
Vegetable sauteed with coconut oil, lentil, aromatic curry leaves & subtle spices.
Aloo Masala
Potato stir fried with onion, tomatoes & cumin seeds.
Our Famous Biryani's
Aged basmati rice, slow cooked in a sealed pot with a selection of fresh herbs and whole spices with a delicate aroma. Served with creamy yoghurt raita or curry sauce.
Veg Biryani
Contains: Dairy. MEDIUM
Chicken Biryani
Contains: Dairy. MILD
Lamb Biryani
Contains: Dairy. MILD
Prawn Biryani
Contains: Dairy, Shellfish. MILD
Extras
Steamed Rice
Pilau Rice
Chapathi
Contains: Gluten
Fries
Masala Fries
Porota
Contains: Gluten
Mattancherry Special Thali
Two main dish with Mini Starter, Potato, Dal, Rice, Bread, Raitha, Poppadum, Pickle & Salad
Vegetarian Thali (Two Main Dish)
Mini starter potatoes, Dal, Rice, Bread, Raitha, Poppadum, Pickle. Contains: Dairy. MEDIUM
Vegan Thali (Two Main Dish)
Mini Starter, Potatoes, Dal, Rice, Bread, Grated Veg, Poppadum, Pickle. MEDIUM
Chef’s Special Kozhi Kappa Biryani
Biryani made with Tapioca (instead of rice), chicken and spices. Contains: Dairy
Chef’s Special Erachy Soru
A traditional Kerala dish that perfectly pairs spiced lamb with aromatic basmati rice
Seafood Thali (Two seafoods)
Mini starter potatoes , Dal ,Rice, Bread, Raitha, Poppadum, Pickle. Contains: Dairy. MEDIUM
Non-Veg Thali (Lamb & Chicken)
Mini starter potatoes, Dal, Rice, Bread, Raitha, Poppadum, Pickle. Contains: Dairy. MILD
Kid's Special
Kids Chicken 65 with Fries
Kids Chicken Nuggets with Fries
Contains: Gluten
Kids Chicken Lolipop with Fries
Kids Chicken Tikka Masala with Rice
Contains: Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish
Kids Chicken Tikka Masala with Fries
Contains: Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish
Kids Prawn Korma with Rice
Contains: Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish
Kids Prawn Korma with Fries
Contains: Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish
Kids Chicken Korma with Rice
Kids Chicken Korma with Fries
Kids Lamb Korma with Rice
Kids Lamb Korma with Fries
Desserts
Gulab Jamun
One of India's popular dessert served rose cardamom syrup & ice-cream. Contains: Dairy
Gajjar Ka Halwa
Light fudge like texture with grated carrots, whole milk, dried fruits & nuts. Contains: Dairy
Final Thoughts
Cardiff's best Indian restaurants are compelling because they do not all compete on the same terms. Mums Daily and Koottaan celebrate Kerala's homelier side, Salkaara and Mattancherry present the region in more polished rooms, and Purple Poppadom brings fine detail to dishes drawn from across India. Mowgli and Spice Village cover two very different kinds of group meal, while Vegetarian Food Studio proves that a meat-free menu can have the widest range of all.
For a first exploration, choose the restaurant whose format fits the occasion, then order into its strengths: seafood and banana-leaf cooking at the Kerala specialists, a tasting progression at Purple Poppadom, thali or dosa at Vegetarian Food Studio, and multiple small plates at Mowgli. That approach reveals far more of Cardiff's Indian food than falling back on the same curry and bread everywhere.