Namaste Village Norwich is a vegetarian Indian restaurant at 131–139 Queens Road, housed in a characterful former church school. The Norwich restaurant has served the city since 2016, combining a spacious setting with a menu designed around regional Indian flavours.
The kitchen is fully vegetarian and gives vegan food a substantial place across the selection rather than limiting it to a few alternatives. Curries, street food, rice, breads and shared starters provide multiple ways to build a meal, with spice and texture varying across each course.
A weekday thali brings six tastes together on one plate, while the Sunday buffet lets diners explore a wider range at their own pace. Pre-booked vegan and vegetarian afternoon tea offers another format, adapting the occasion while keeping Indian savoury and sweet flavours at the centre.
The venue also accommodates celebrations, private hire, catering and live food experiences. Gluten free and nut free options are available, but guests with allergies or medical dietary requirements should confirm the current ingredients and preparation procedures with staff before ordering.
Address: 131–139 Queens Road, Norwich NR1 3PN, England
Namaste Village Norwich Menu
Nibbles
Papadum
Pickle Tray
House special chutneys & pickle.
Masala Pappadum
Crispy pappadam topped with tangy, spiced finely chopped kachumber salad, herbs and spices.
Boondi Raita
Tiny fried gram flour balls (boondi) soaked in spiced yoghurt, flavoured with pomegranate. Contains peanuts.
Mango Chutney
Hot Appetisers
Tandoori Chick'n (M)
Plant based chicken.
Tandoori Paneer (M)
Indian Cottage Cheese.
Tandoori Chick'n Momos (M)
Indian Cottage Cheese. Dumplings made with a mild spiced plant-based chick’n stuffing wrapped in dough.
Tandoori Gunpowder Potato (M)
Baby Potatoes
Makhmali Malai Chick'n (M)
Rich, creamy plant based chicken infused with cashew nuts, saffron, a blend of in-house ground spices and herbs.
Beetroot Kebab (M)
Said to have originated during the reign of Nur Jahan, these kebabs are made using minced vegetables, sesame seeds, green sultanas & beetroot, to create a wave-like appearance.
Mirchi Pakoda (M to H)
Chilli fritters made with gram flour, stuffed with a mildly spiced potato mash. Best enjoyed with our special chutneys. Note: Heat levels may vary & be hotter than expected.
Aloo Bonda (M)
A fried dumpling made from spiced mashed potato using chickpea flour. Also popularly known as Batata Vada.
Samosa (M)
There’s a charm about our recipe for this vegetable stuffed fried pastry of bliss, that never fails to impress.
Onion Bhaji (M)
Spiced onion fritters, made using chickpea flour.
Love to Share Platter
An assorted platter of Beetroot Kebabs, Samosas, Onion bhajis & Prawn Koliwada, for 2 to share.
Buffalo Cauliflower (H)
Crispy cauliflower fritters in spicy buffalo sauce, served with inhouse made vegan mayo. | House Special
Prawn Koliwada (M)
Plant-based prawns marinated in authentic ‘koli’ spices & fried. | Chef’s Special
Chick'n 65 (M)
Pan fried, plant-based marinated chicken tossed in an aromatic tempering of common spices, herbs and fresh curry leaves.
Kurkuri Bhindi (M)
Crunchy, spiced battered, fried okra. Served with a touch of our magic masala & a lime wedge, if you’d like a bit of tang.
Street Food Specials
Masala Puri
Hollowed crispy puris topped with spiced mashed potatoes, chickpeas, tomatoes, chutneys, magic masala & sev. Transform this into a flavour bomb? Add spiced yoghurt and you have got Dahi Puri VO.
Namaste Special Chaat
Crisp Indian wafers, chickpeas, potatoes topped with flavoured yoghurt, chutneys, magic masala & fine noodles ‘sev’.
Chit Chaat Platter
Assorted platter for two to share – Including Masala Puri & Namaste Special Chaat.
Pani Puri (M)
Crisp fried bread balls filled with mashed potatoes, chickpeas, house special chutneys & spiced-flavoured water.
Crispy Spinach Chaat
Crisp fried baby spinach topped with chopped veggies, chutneys, yoghurt & finished with a touch of chaat masala.
Samosa Chaat
Mashed samosa topped with a chickpea curry, chopped veggies, flavoured yoghurt and namaste masala.
Chips
Chilli Garlic Lime Mogo
Mogo or muhogo, tossed in fresh herbs, burnt garlic, ginger, chilli flakes with a drizzle of lime juice for a tangy hit.
Masala Chips (M)
Salted Chips
Curries – Vegetables
Veg Korma
Seasonal vegetables in a curry of browned ‘bhuna’, tomatoes, nuts and a mix of whole and in-house ground spices.
Mushroom Kadai (M)
Sautéed mushrooms, chillies and mixed peppers in a spicy tomato gravy.
Bombay Pav Bhaji (M)
A thick curry made with mashed potatoes, green peas & seasonal vegetables in a special spice blend. Best enjoyed with Pav (toasted bread roll). You may choose Plain Rice or Butter Naan instead.
Surti Matka Undhiyu (M)
A plethora of 12 vegetables and fenugreek dumplings slow cooked in a special blend of spices and fresh herbs for bursting flavours, rustic aroma and beautiful texture of the cooked vegetables. Chef’s Special
Baingan Bharta (M)
Popularly called ‘Olo’ in Gujarat, India. A simple dish with grand flavours, made using roasted aubergine, burnt garlic, onions and common Indian spices and fresh herbs.
Gobi Manchurian (H)
Crispy cauliflower florets dunked in a dry glossy, rich-brown manchurian sauce, with a gorgeous interplay of hot, sweet, sour and spicy Indo-Oriental Flavors. House Special
Curries – Chick'n
Plant Based High Protein Chicken
Chick'n Butter Masala
Plant-based, tender chicken pieces in a mildly spiced creamy gravy of tomatoes, cashew nuts & in-house ground spices.
Murg Malai
Plant based chicken in a creamy gravy with fresh cream, yogurt, and a delicate blend of spices, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience
Chick'n Achaari (H)
Plant based chicken in an exotic gravy with a hint of mustard and distinct taste of ‘Indian pickle’ alongside other spices and fresh herbs. Chef’s Special
Chili Chick'n (H)
Tender plant based chicken, pan fried and tossed in a garlic, soy, chilli sauce and indo-chinese condiments.
Curries – Lamb
Plant Based High Protein Lamb
Lamb Labbadar (M)
Plant-based lamb in a rich & aromatic gravy of cashew nuts, tomatoes and a mix of our inhouse ground spices and herbs.
Curries – Paneer
Indian Cottage Cheese
Paneer Angoori
Charcoal-smoked paneer balls in a luxuriously creamy, rich gravy made with cashew nuts, cream, and a blend of aromatic spices.
Paneer Labbabdar (M)
Paneer strips in a rich & aromatic gravy of cashew nuts, tomatoes and a mix of our inhouse ground spices and herbs.
Paneer Khurchan (M)
‘Khurchan’ comes from the Hindi word “khurachna” which means ‘to scrape’. Scraped or pan sautéed paneer in a spiced tomato-nut based sauce studded with stir fried mixed peppers
Paneer Angara (I)
Smokey, tandoor roasted paneer in a fiery hot gravy of tomatoes, cashew nuts, select spices and fresh herbs including chillies. Chef’s Special
Side Dishes
Black House Daal
Black lentils and red kidney beans in a mildly spicy, buttery and creamy gravy, slow cooked for at least 24 hours in tandoor. House Special
Bombay Aloo
Boiled potatoes pan fried alongside coarsely crushed and roasted whole spice, seasoned perfectly & topped with some fresh herbs.
Saag Aloo
Saag or leafy greens with boiled potatoes, simple Indian spices, select herbs & a prominent aroma of dried fenugreek adding a rustic charm.
Chana Masala
Quintessential north Indian staple, also popularly known as Chhole has boiled chickpeas simmered with tea leaves, braised in an aromatic gravy of tomato, chillies, coriander & dry mango powder.
Gunpowder Potato
Boiled potatoes pan-fried alongside coarsely crushed and roasted whole spices, seasoned perfectly & topped with some fresh herbs.
Tadka Daal
Boiled lentil tempered with oil, garlic, & Kashmiri chilli powder.
Dosas
South Indian savoury pancakes, aka ‘dosas’, made from ground & fermented rice-lentil batter. Each dosa is served with a spiced lentil daal called ‘Sambhar’ & coconut chutney.
Masala Dosa
A thin crispy savoury crepe stuffed with flavourful mashed potatoes, tempered in mild spices.
Paneer Masala Dosa
Our Masala dosa with paneer (Indian cottage cheese).
Cheesy Masala Dosa
Our Masala dosa made cheesy with premium cheese.
Namaste Special Dosa
Masala dosa with paneer (Indian cottage cheese), desiccated coconut, green sultanas & cashew. Contains Nuts
Salads
Kala Chana Salad
Black chickpeas, fine chopped veggies, lime, chilli, and toasted almonds.
Onion-Toamto Salad
Finely chopped onions and tomatoes with mild spices, fresh herbs & a touch of chaat masala.
Grilled Paneer Broccoli
Smokey tandoor roasted, marinated Indian cottage cheese, and assorted seasonal vegetables.
Grilled Chick'n Broccoli
Smokey tandoor roasted, marinated plant based chicken, and assorted seasonal vegetables.
Indian Breads
Namaste Dosapatti
Soft chapatis made out of rice-lentil batter, especially for YOUR Gluten free needs.
Gujwari Naan
Slightly sweetened naan, layered with green sultanas & desiccated coconut.
Garlic Butter Naan
Butter Naan
Naan Basket
Assorted Butter, Garlic Butter & Gujwati Naans.
Chilli Garlic Naan (H)
Tandoori Roti
Keema Naan
Stuffing of spiced, plant based mince ‘keema’.
Rice
Jackfruit Biryani Rice (M)
Succulent jackfruit, mint, coriander and aromatic basmati rice cooked in a clay pot with nuts, spices and herbs.
Vegetable Biryani Rice (M)
Mixed vegetables cooked in a clay pot with fragrant basmati rice, aromatic spices and nuts.
Gujarati Pulav Rice
Rice with fresh seasonal vegetables, saffron & common spices.
Plain Rice
Steamed basmati rice.
Biryani Medley
Jackfruit Biryani (M)
Contains nuts
Vegetable Biryani (M)
Contains nuts
Breakfast & Brunch (Lunch)
Available Tuesday to Friday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. 100% meat-free restaurant.
Masala French Toast
Slices of bread dipped in a batter of gram flour with some finely chopped veggies, and griddled to perfection. Served with tomato ketchup and Masala beans. VG
Bombay Tofu Bhurji Pav
A scramble of gently spiced tofu with peppers and fresh coriander, served with a toasted buttered bread roll ‘pav’. VG
Rajasthani Besan Chila
Savoury Indian pancake made from gently spiced chickpea flour (besan) with finely chopped veggies. Served with grilled tomatoes, fresh side salad & yoghurt-mint chutney. VO GF
Avocado Basil On Toast
Toasted sourdough, loaded with fresh salad of lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cheese topped with ripe avocado, toasted seed mix and a drizzle of olive oil. Served with tomato chilli jam.
Tofu Bhurji Roll
Scrambled tofu tossed in common spices, some finely chopped veggies and select herbs. VO
Hyderabadi Keema Roll
Slow cooked, plant-based mince with distinct earthy flavours that comes from slow cooking, dried fenugreek & fresh coriander. VO
Sausages Roll
The new oink-less original Plant-based, high protein sausages with a surprisingly smokey touch. VO
Smokey Baecon Roll
Your new plant-based bae Smokey hot baecon. VO
Dosa Waffles
An Inspired Creation : Crispy waffles made from rice-lentil batter , topped with chopped peppers and tomato, grated cheese and the trademark potato mash from traditional dosas. GF
Idli Steamed Rice Cakes
Soft, fluffy fermented rice cakes called ‘Idli’, served with a warm, aromatic lentil-vegetable vegetable stew ‘Sambhar’ and fresh coconut chutney. VG GF
Tadke Wali Idli
Idlis with a sizzling tempering of common spices, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and chillies. VG GF
Pesto Idli Sandwich
An Inspired Creation : Inhouse made fresh basil pesto sandwiched between two slices of our reimagined idlis. Topped with grated cheese. GF
Medu Vada Savoury Lentil Doughnuts
Crispy, golden lentil fritters called ‘Medu Vada’, with a crunchy exterior and soft center. Served with sambhar and refreshingly cool coconut chutney. VG GT
Brunch Specials
Available 11:00 AM onwards. Curries served with plain rice or butter naan.
Chick’n Butter Masala
Plant based, chicken pieces in a mildly spiced creamy gravy of tomatoes, cashew nuts & in-house ground spices. VO
Paneer Angara
Smoky, tandoor roasted Indian cottage cheese (paneer) chunks in a fiery hot gravy of tomatoes, nuts, select spices and herbs. GFO
Black House Daal GF
Black lentils and red kidney beans in a mildly spicy, buttery and creamy gravy, slow cooked for at least 24 hours in clay oven “tandoor”. GF | House Special
Bombay Aloo
Boiled potatoes pan fried and tossed in coarsely crushed roasted spices & smoked herbs. VG GFO
Complete Mains
These are complete dishes & do not come with rice/naan.
Pav Bhaji
Thick curry (bhaji) made with mashed potatoes, green peas & mixed vegetables in a special spice blend. Comes with a buttered and lightly toasted bread roll (pav). VO
Masala Dosa
South Indian savory pancake ‘dosa’, made from rice-lentil batter, stuffed with spiced & tempered potato mash. Served with ‘sambhar’ & coconut chutney. VG GT
Cheesy Masala Dosa
Masala Dosa with Indian Cottage Cheese stuffing. (vo gt) VO GT
Jackfruit Biryani Medley
Biryani rice served with a side portion of chana masala chickpea curry, raita and side salad. VO, GFO, NFO
Vegetable Biryani Medley
Biryani rice served with a side portion of chana masala chickpea curry, raita and side salad. VO, GFO, NFO
Small Plate ‘Nasto’
From Gujarat With Love. More than just dishes — these are comfort, culture, and childhood on a plate.
Bhavnagari Khaman Dhokla
Spongy savoury cake made from chickpea flour, steamed and topped with a fragrant mustard seed and curry leaf tempering. Served with house special chutneys. VG GF
Surti Sev Khamani
Crumbled khaman dhokla topped with crunchy sev, pomegranate seeds, finely chopped chillies, coriander, mix of of our sweet-tangy chutneys and a gentle squeeze of lime for a bit of tang. VG GF
Rajkot Ni Khandvi
Delicate, bright yellow spiral rolls made from fermented chickpea flour and yoghurt, rolled thin and melt-in-the-mouth soft. Lightly tempered with mustard seeds, sesame, and curry leaves. GF
The Hash Chaat
Crispy hash browns topped with some chickpea curry, chopped veggies, chutneys, flavoured yoghurt and spiked with some of our magic masala and a touch of lime juice. — Your weekend hit of edible euphoria. VO GT
“OM-Hinglish” Plate
An Inspired Creation : A thoughtfully curatedplatter,offering a unique fusion of English and Indianbreakfastelements. Includes Palak Paratha (VG), Masalabeans(VG GF), Scrambled Tofu (VG GF), Khandavi (GF), buttermushrooms, pan-fried tomato (VG GT), Hash Browns(VGGT), Plant Based Sausages (VG GT) and Baecon.
Parathe wali Gali
Parathas are unleavened, Indian flatbreads cooked on a griddle and celebrated for their flaky texture. All parathas are spinach-infused ‘palak’ at no extra charge. Served with Makhani dal (GF) or Masala Beans (VG GF), Carrot pickle (VG GF), Fresh salad and Creamy yoghurt (VO GF).
Keema Palak Paratha
Reminisce Old Delhi’s food market, bustling with flavours & the people that come chasing it; Stuffing of spiced, plant based mince ‘keema’. VO | Extra Paratha 4.55 each
Gobi Palak Paratha
The staple one, stuffed with spiced mashed cauliflower and served hot off the pan. VO | Extra Paratha 4.55 each
Amritsari Pindi Chhole Paratha
Spinach infused parathas paired with traditional Punjabistyle chhole — a hearty chickpea curry. VO | Extra Paratha 3.95 each
Soulful Bowls
Chilli Broccoli Salad
Lightly dressed crisp mix of broccoli florets, fresh mintcoriander, dates, drizzled with chilli-lime dressing and topped with crunchy seed mix. VG GF
Kala Chana Salad
Slightly sweetened naan, layered with green sultanas & Black chickpeas, chopped tomatoes, peppers, and cucumber, lightly seasoned, tossed in lime juice and topped with toasted hearty seed mix. VG GF
Seasonal Fruits & Vanilla Yoghurt
VO GF
Royal Granola Yoghurt
Toasted rolled oats, seed mix, assorted nuts, fresh seasonal fruits and creamy yoghurt. VO GF
Banana And Dates Porridge
AKA Oats Ki Kheer Wholegrain Oats cooked in plant based milk, sweetened with banana-dates and a touch of saffron. VG, GF
Sweet Treats
Shahi Tukda Cannoli
Fusion of classic Indian Shahi Tukda and Italian cannoli — crisp pastry shells filled with luscious coconut cream, infused with exotic flavours from cardamom and saffron. Garnished with toasted nuts. VG
Uttapam Stacks with Chocolate
South Indian sunrise with a European sunset — Soft and savoury lentil-rice pancakes ‘uttapam’, stacked and topped with a drizzle of Nutella. VG GF
Chocolate Fudge Brownie
An intense, rich, dense yet moist, fudgy dark chocolatebrownie with chocolate sauce. VG GF
Sir Choc-A-Lot Cake
Rich and moist chocolate sponge with dark chocolateganache, chocolate flakes and cocoa nibs. VG
Thali
Available Sun to Thu. Not available on Fri-Sat and on special days or with special menus. Thali cannot be shared and is excluded from all discount offers and promotions, unless explicitly specified.
Vegan Thali
Beetroot Kebab VG, Samosa VG, Chick’n Butter Masala VG, Surti Matka Undhiyu VG GT, Chana Masala VG GF, Steamed Rice VG GF, Butter Naan VG, Boondi Raita VG GF, Pappadum VG GF, Pickle VG GF, Salad VG GF
Namaste Special Thali
Prawn Koliwada VG, Beetroot Kebab VG, Paneer Labbabdar GF, Murg Malai, Chana Masala VG GF, Saffron Pilav Rice VG GF, Garlic Butter Naan VG, Boondi Raita VG GF, Pappadum VG GF, Pickle VG GF, Salad VG GF
Draught
Cobra
4.3%
Kingfisher
4.3%
Beers & Ciders
Jaipur IPA
4.3% 330ml
Empress Pilsner Style Lager
4.5% 330ml. Award Winning Premium British Lager – That Complements Our Dishes. From Redwell Brewery, Norwich
King Wazoo Pale Ale
3.5% 330ml. From White Rhino Brewing Co., India’s First Craft Brewery
White Rhino IPA
5.5% 330ml
Cocktails
The Holi-Tini
Inspired by the Indian festival of colors and love – Holi, barring religious side! Gin, Passionfruit liqueur and Pineapple juice shaken hard with Tamarind and garnished with dragon fruit powder.
Cocojungle
Our take on a classic colada with diplomatico white & dark rum, squeezed lime, coconut cream and mango juice, touched with grated nutmeg.
The Gardener Sour
A triumph of floral flavors and delicacy. Vodka, lychee liqueur, foamer bitter and hibiscus syrup shaken with lemon and lychee juice.
Corn & Fire
Firey as promised ! Bourbon, fresh lime and ginger juice shaken hard with spicy mango syrup, served on the rocks.
Spirits & Liqueur
Jack Daniels
Jameson
Paul John Nirvana
Bulleit Rye
Mocktails
Passionfruit Sharbat
Homemade passionfruit concentrate shaken with lime juice, himalayan salt and ice.
Elderflower Cucumber Cooler
Fresh cucumber & mint hardly shaken with Norfolk Cordial syrup to extract flavor and balanced with apple juice.
Strawberry Pomegranate Mojito
Our Signature virgin mojito made using our own strawberry pomegranate syrup.
Bul-bula Fritz
A perfect solution for self-disciplined! Rhubarb, Orange and Ginger cordial topped with non-alcoholic prosecco.
Soft Drinks
Thums Up
300ml. Taste the Thunder with India’s very own Cola
Coke
300ml
Coke Zero
300ml
Schweppes Lemonade
300ml
Hot Drinks
English Breakfast Tea
Masala Chai
Fresh Mint & Lime Tea (Pot)
Fresh Ginger & Lemon Tea (Pot)
Wine
Prosecco Doc, Novapalma
Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy. A fruity and crisp organic proseccco.
Prosecco Doc, Frizzante
Cielo e Terra, Veneto, Italy. Delicate and fine bouquet with a lighter fizz. A soft and peachy prosecco.
Field Blend, Campo Flores
La Mancha, Spain. An organic medium bodied white with fruity flavours.
Pinot Grigio, Bella Modella
Terre Di Chieti Igt, Italy. A dry crisp and refreshing wine with citrus notes.