Itihaas is an Indian restaurant at 18 Fleet Street in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. Its interior combines contemporary finishes with historic Indian art, carved doors and decorative details, creating an opulent but welcoming setting.
The food explores dishes from several regions of India, balancing traditional flavours with refined presentation. A dedicated market street selection offers a more informal route through the cooking, while the main restaurant supports a longer dining experience.
Set menus arrange the meal into three courses and finish with Indian sweets such as gulab jamun or saffron and pistachio rasmalai. Vegetarian and vegan choices help mixed groups navigate the broad regional selection.
Private rooms range from the intimate Tiffin Room to the larger Maharaja Suite, making the restaurant suited to celebrations and business occasions as well as everyday reservations. Drinks and attentive table service complete the sense of a considered dining experience.
Address: 18 Fleet Street, Birmingham B3 1JL, England
Itihaas Restaurant Menu
Appetisers
Chaat Phati Bhindi
Crispy okra fried in hot and sour coating (great with pre-dinner drinks).
Basket of Mixed Poppadoms
Basket of Mixed Poppadoms – served with Minted Yoghurt, Mango Chutney & Pickled Onions.
Gun Powder Fries
Dusted with gunpowder masala
Starters to Share
For 2-3 persons
Pao Bun Trio
Amritsari Cod Pao with tzatziki; Keema Pao with mature cheddar cheese, salad, dragon mayo, and sweet tomato chutney; Aloo Tikki Pao with mint and tamarind chutney.
Garden Sharing Platter
Haryali Paneer Tikka, Kasta Samosa, Dhai Puri, Tandoori Soya Tikka, Aloo Tikki Channa and Chilli Garlic Mushrooms.
Safari Sharing Platter
Tandoori Lamb Chops, Spiced Cod Tempura, Chicken Tikka, Hariyali Paneer Tikka, Kenyan Spiced Ribs and Minted Lamb Sheek Kebab. Contains nuts
From the Grill and Tandoor
Murgh Tikka
Tandoori-spiced chicken cooked in a charcoal clay oven.
Haryali Paneer Tikka
Indian cheese marinated in Itihaas’s signature garam masala and minted yoghurt, cooked in a clay oven
Soy Shashlik Tikka
Soya tikka marinated in Indian spices, pan-fried, and served in a rich, thick masala gravy.
Himalyan Fire Ribs
Succulent lamb ribs, grilled to perfection over an open charcoal flame and generously coated in a bold Nepalese sauce.
Lamb Kathi Roll
Basted in spiced mango chutney and wrapped in a garlic-coriander naan. Served with signature kebab chutney and kachumber salad.
Salmon Tikka
Salmon fillets marinated in yogurt and mustard seeds, Cooked over a charcoal flame, served with gherkins, dill tzatziki, and kachumber salad
Amritsari Macchli
Spiced tempura cod, served with spiced tomato relish.
Malai Chicken Chops
Tandoori chicken chops marinated in yogurt, Kashmiri chilli, and methi, smothered in a blend of creamed garlic butter.
Shikari Champey
Spring lamb chops, charred to perfection in their natural flavors, delicately spiced, and drizzled with mint yoghurt.
Royal Jhinga
Luxury Tandoori King Prawns, tossed on high flame in a traditional caste iron wok, infused with our unique blend of firecracker spices. A dish, which was once the reserve of Royalty.
Street Food Small Plates
Chilli Paneer
Homemade Indian cheese, stir-fried with spring onions, mixed peppers, chilli, and garlic, tossed in a dark soy sauce. An Indo-Chinese fusion dish. (Chicken Chilli Alternative Available £16.50)
Spiced Vegetable Khasta Samosa (2pcs)
A Punjabi favourite of crisp flaky pastry Filled with spiced vegetables
Nairobi Chicken Samosa (2Pcs)
A Kenyan twist on a north Indian favourite. African spiced chicken keema in a light triangle pasty
Goats Cheese and Salmon Samosa (2pcs)
Infused with spring onions and coriander
Chat Patti Gol Guppe (6 pcs)
Crispy wheat shells, deggi mirch spiced potato and Chickpeas, tamarind water, chaat Masala
Chilli Garlic Mushrooms
Tempura battered in white button mushrooms, stir-fried with spring onion, mixed peppers, chilli and garlic tossed together in a dark soy sauce. Indo Chinese fusion. (Vegan Friendly)
Spiced Beetroot Tikki (2pcs)
Served with coriander Beetroot curd and fig chutney
Palak Patta Chat
Crisp fried baby spinach leaves, drizzled with yoghurt and Tamarind chutney
Samosa Channa Chat
Deconstructed spiced potato patty served with braised Garam masala spiced chickpeas, minted yoghurt Topped with tamarind.
Main Courses – Lamb
Laal Mirchi Rogan Josh
Tender spring lamb cooked in a red-hot onion & tomato gravy, spiced with aromatic garam masala & garnished with freshly chopped coriander.
Hadi Wala Keema
Hand-cut baby lamb mince stewed with lamb bone marrow to produce a thick and flavoursome gravy. This is a very traditional recipe enjoyed by Moghuls and Maharaja’s.
Masala Champay
Juicy lamb chops barbecued in a clay oven, drizzled in tantalising chutney made from paprika, lemon and its own natural juices.
Main Courses – Poultry
Methi Murgh
Finely chopped fresh fenugreek and green chillies cooked with tender chicken in a flavoursome gravy.
Dhaniya Tahree Murgh
A Northern Indian household favourite, diced chicken pieces curried in a thin but smooth gravy, cooked on the spicy side with onions, paprika and coriander.
Makhani Murgh
Tender pieces of chicken taken straight from the clay oven and blended into a smoke tomato sauce with generous helpings of cream and yoghurt, and a hint of dried fenugreek. Contains nuts
Main Courses – Seafood
Goan Prawn curry
Freshwater prawns cooked in coconut red gravy. Creamed mustard paste. Contains nuts
Prawn Paanch Phoren
The King of Shellfish. Fresh water King Prawns simmered with five traditional whole spices in a thick smoked butter and tomato gravy. A dish that was traditionally enjoyed at Royal celebrations. Cooked shell on.
Salmon Malabar
A Traditional Coastal Dish Cooked in a cast iron cauldron with mustard seeds and bay leaf.
Subzian (Vegetarian & Vegan Main Courses)
Kadhi Pakora
Yogurt-based curry with spiced potato and Onion pakoras. A staple dish in Punjabi households.
Tadka Dal
Tempered lentils garnished with fresh garlic and brown onions, cooked in a thick soup, a light alternative as a main course. (Vegan Option Available)
Dhaba Channa Masala
Roasted chickpeas slow-cooked in thick Masala gravy with cumin, ground turmeric and fresh coriander, garnished with pomegranate. Vegan Friendly
Tawa Sabzi
A melody of freshly chopped seasonal vegetables cooked in a dry curry paste on an iron hot plate. Vegan Friendly
Methi Aloo Gobi
Baby potatoes cooked with cauliflower florets in a light fenugreek marination. A simple dish that feeds the soul. Vegan Friendly
Makhani Dhal
Mixed lentils in a creamy rich gravy with ginger garlic and creamed tomatoes. Slightly spiced to tantalise.
Paneer Malai Kofta
Golden-fried paneer and Kashmiri-spiced kofta in a Rich creamed cashew and tomato gravy. Inspired by The culinary traditions of India’s Mughal rulers.
Makhani Paneer
Chunks of Indian cottage cheese drowned in a rich tangy sauce. Laced with cardamom, fresh cream and yoghurt with a subtle hint of chilli recognised as true maharaja cuisine (House favourite). Contains nuts
Tandoori Soya Tikka Masala
Soy Tikka marinated in Indian spices, pan fried and served in a deep thick masala gravy.
Ghar Ki Roti (Assorted Breads)
Tandoori Roti
Crispy leavened bread cooked in the base of the tandoor.
Romali Rotti (Handkerchief Thin)
Makhan Naan (Buttered Naan)
Lasuni Naan (Garlic Naan)
Mature Cheddar and Coriander Naan
Extra mature cheddar cheese naan bread
Laacha Parantha
Wholemeal leavened bread prepared in the clay oven, multi layered and folded, brushed with ghee between each layer.
Amritsari Kulcha
Potato, garlic and onion stuffed bread prepared in the clay oven.
Peshawari Naan
Leavened bread, filled with desiccated coconut, sultanas (or raisins), and almonds, takes its origins from the city of Peshawar in Pakistan
Keema Naan
Filled with kebab-flavoured spring Lamb.
Roti ki Tokri
A selection of assorted breads for those who are indecisive, served in a tokri (basket).
Basmatikhazana (Assorted Rice Dishes)
Sahdey Chawal
Plain steamed basmati rice.
Jeera Chawel (cumin infused rice)
Mushroom & Truffle Oil Pilau
Vegetable Biryani
Using basmati rice, saffron and a unique blend of herbs served with an onion and tomato raita and traditional Biryani gravy.
Murgh (chicken) Biryani
Using basmati rice, saffron and a unique blend of herbs served with an onion and tomato raita and traditional Biryani gravy.
Gosht (lamb) Biryani
Using basmati rice, saffron and a unique blend of herbs served with an onion and tomato raita and traditional Biryani gravy.
Jingha (prawn) Biryani
Using basmati rice, saffron and a unique blend of herbs served with an onion and tomato raita and traditional Biryani gravy.
Aur Saath Mein (Side Dishes)
Kuchumber Salad
Chopped green salad with paprika, red chilli powder, pink salt, cracked black pepper olive oil, balsamic glaze and lemon juice.
Pomegranate Raita
A thick salted yoghurt made with chopped tomato, onion and pomegranate.
Gun Powder Fries
Dusted with a gunpowder masala.
Punjabi Salad
Chopped green salad with paprika, red chilli powder, pink salt, cracked black pepper, olive oil, balsamic glaze and lemon juice.
Kuch Meetah (Selection of desserts)
Lush Coconut Ice Cream
Vegan Friendly (2 Scoops)
Crème Brule Kheer
Rich and creamy rice pudding infused with saffron and garnished with a wild berry compote
Kulfi Trio Platter
A medley of homemade traditional kulfi ice cream: Mango, Almond and Pistachio flavour. Contains nuts.
Traditional Gulab Jamun (2pcs)
Two sweet dumplings fried in hot sugar syrup. Garnished with chopped pistachios and cashew nuts. In a thick rabari sauce.
Shahi Tukda
Served with saffron rabri and Garnished with chopped pistachios
Saffron and Pistachio Rasmali
Creamed sponge pudding in a rich milk and pistachio base. Contains nuts, gluten and dairy
Traditional Gulab Jamun
Two sweet dumplings fried in hot sugar syrup. Garnished with chopped pistachios and cashew nuts. In a thick rabari sauce.
Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake
Served with a shot of velvet pistachio lassi
Saffron and Pistachio Rasmali
Creamed sponge pudding in a rich milk and pistachio base. Contains nuts.
Accompaniments
Chilli Rogan Naan (Spiced Naan)
Officers' Lunch – Tandoor Grill Salads
Monday – Friday | 12PM – 4PM
Punjabi Murgh Tikka Salad
Tandoori chicken, charred peppers, onions and mixed leaves.
Calcutta Salmon Tikka Salad
Tandoori salmon, fennel, cucumber and baby gem.
Hariyali Paneer Tikka Salad (V)
Grilled panner, peppers, cherry tomatoes and micro herbs.
Officers' Lunch – Rumali Wraps
Monday – Friday | 12PM – 4PM
Paneer Tikka (V)
Soft rumali roti, served with spiced slaw and house chutney.
Tandoori Chicken
Pulled tandoori chicken, charred in the tandoor.
Officers' Lunch – Royal Thalis
Monday – Friday | 12PM – 4PM. Choose one. Served with Jeera Rice (V), House Dal (V), Seasonal Sabzi (VG), Kachumber (VG), House Pickle (VG), Papad (VG).
Officer's Chicken Curry (S)
Chicken, slow-cooked onion and tomato gravy, ginger and roasted spices.
Lamb Rogan Josh (S)
Spring lamb, roasted onion, tomato and our Kashmiri spice blend.
Nimona Kofta (VG)
Golden potato dumplings in a gently spiced green pea gravy.
Matar Paneer Khaas (V)
Paneer, sweet green peas, tomato, ginger and freshly ground spices.
Tandoori Chicken
Chargrilled paneer tikka with peppers and onions.
Officers' Lunch – Set Menu
£30 per person. Opening bite: Papadam Selection & House Chutneys (V). Choose one starter and one main. Served with House Dal (V), Kachumber (VG), Garlic Naan (V) or Jeera Rice (V).
Punjabi Murgh Tikka (S)
Twice-marinated chicken, garlic, ginger and Kashmiri chilli.
Calcutta Salmon Tikka
Scottish salmon, mustard, yoghurt and roasted spices.
Hariyali Paneer Tikka (V, S)
Indian cottage cheese, mint, coriander and yoghurt.
Onion Bhajia (VG)
Crisp onion and spinach fritters, served with fig chutney.
Chilli Chicken (S)
Crisp chicken, peppers, spring onion, garlic, green chilli and dark soy.
Aloo Tikki Chaat (V)
Potato patties, chickpeas, tamarind chutney, yoghurt and sev.
Delhi Butter Chicken (N)
Chargrilled chicken, smoked tomato, butter, cream and fenugreek.
Officer's Chicken Curry
Chicken, slow-cooked onion and tomato gravy, ginger and roasted spices.
Railway Lamb Curry (S)
Slow-cooked lamb, coconut, South Indian tempering.
Goan Prawn Curry
King prawns, coconut, mustard and coastal spices.
Paneer Tawa Bhuna (V, S)
Paneer, peppers and onions in a roasted spice bhuna.
Kashmiri Aloo Matar (VG)
Potatoes, peas simmered in a Kashmiri-spiced tomato gravy.
Officers' Lunch – Accompaniments
Monday – Friday | 12PM – 4PM
Garlic Naan (V)
Soft naan with roasted garlic and fresh coriander.
Butter Naan (V)
Classic naan brushed with melted butter.
Tandoori Roti (VG)
Traditional wholemeal roti cooked in the tandoor.
Okra Fries (VG)
Crispy okra, spiced gram flour coating, chilli salt and lime.
Gunpowder Fries (VG)
Crisp fries dusted with roasted gunpowder masala.
Kachumber (VG)
Crisp cucumber, tomato, red onion, green chilli, coriander and lemon.
Officers' Lunch – Desserts
Monday – Friday | 12PM – 4PM
Shahi Gulab Jamun (V, N)
House-made sweet dumplings, saffron syrup, pistachio rabri.
Crème Brûlée Kheer (V, N)
Saffron rice pudding with a caramelised sugar crust and wild berry compote.
Thalis Selection
Available Tuesday to Thursday from 4pm onwards, and Friday to Sunday from 1pm – 7pm. Prices are per person.
Vegetarian Thali
Pre plated meal. Jeera Poppadum, Makhani Paneer (D,N), Tadka Dal, Methi Aloo Gobi, Cumin Rice, Makhan Naan (D,G), Cucumber Raita (D), Saffron Coconut Kheer* (D,N).
Vegan Thali
Pre plated meal. Jeera Poppadum, Vegetable Samosa (G), Gun Powder Fries, Methi Aloo Gobi, Tadka Dal, Chana Masala (Chickpeas) (G), Cumin Rice, Vegan Cucumber Raita, Tandoori Roti (G), Apple Jalebi (G).
Street Food Thali
Pre plated meal. Khasta Samosa (G), Chilli Paneer (D,G), Vegetable Hakka Noodles (G), Vegetable Fried Rice (G), Papdi Chat (G), Aloo Tikki Chana (G), Bombay Chilli Chips (G), Saffron Coconut Kheer* (D,N).
Royal Thali
Pre plated meal. Jeera Poppadum, Lamb Sheek Kebab (D), Delhi Butter Chicken (D,N), Laal Mirchi Rogan Josh (D), Kashmiri Lamb Pilau (Rice) (D), Makhani Dal (D), Makhan Naan (D,G), Pomegranate and Cumin Raita (D), Kuchumber Salad, Rose Water Gulab Jamun (D,N).
Shahi Thali
Pre plated meal. Jeera Poppadum, Railway Lamb curry (D), Delhi Butter Chicken* (D,N), Tadka Dal, Cumin Rice, Makhan Naan (D,G), Cucumber Raita (D), Saffron Coconut Kheer*(D,N).
Market Street – Wraps & Naanwiches
Chicken Shawarma
Herb and lemon-marinated shredded chicken with Arabic slaw, gherkins, signature kebab chutney, and a chilli drizzle, wrapped in romali roti. (D,G)
Lamb Kathi Roll
Spiced mango chutney-basted, wrapped in garlic-coriander naan. Served with signature kebab chutney and kachumber salad. (D,G)
Chicken Tikka Nanwich
Chargrilled tandoori chicken wrapped in garlic-coriander naan, with siracha mayo and mixed salad. Served with kachumber salad and signature kebab chutney. (D,G)
Paneer Tikka Naanwich
Chargrilled tandoori paneer wrapped in garlic-coriander naan, with siracha mayo and mixed salad.. Served with kachumber salad and signature kebab chutney. (D,G)
Pao Bun Trio Platter
Create your perfect trio from the choices below. Amritsari cod Pao with tzatziki. Lamb Keema Pao with, mature cheddar Cheese served with mature cheddar, fresh salad, dragon mayo, and sweet tomato chutney. Aloo Tikka Pao with mint and tamarind. (v) (D,G)
Market Street – Rice Bowls
Temple Dal Rice Bowls
Served with cumin infused rice
Butter Chicken Rice Bowls
Served with steamed rice. (D)
Butter Paneer Masala Rice Bowls
Served with steamed rice. (D)
Chilli Garlic Chicken with spiced egg fried Rice Bowls
(G)
Market Street – Small Plates
Gunpowder fries
Spiced Vegetable Khasta Samosa (2pcs) (G)
Nairobi Chicken Samosa (2pcs) (G)
Goat Cheese and Salmon Samosa (2pcs) (D,G)
Gol Guppe ( 6pcs)(G)
Spiced Beetroot Tikki (2pcs) (D)
Served with coriander, beetroot curd and fig chutney.
Palak patta Chat (D)
Samosa Channa Chat (D,G)
Officers' Lunch – Hot Beverages
Monday – Friday | 12PM – 4PM
Masala Chai
Our house chai, freshly brewed.