Karimeen South Indian Restaurant & Bar is a Leicester restaurant at 2 Narborough Road. Its cooking looks to the coastal traditions and spice-rich food of southern India, with a particular emphasis on Kerala.
Fish is a defining part of the menu, including karimeen pollichathu, in which the fish is wrapped and cooked with a deeply seasoned masala. Other seafood dishes sit alongside chicken preparations and fiery Chettinad flavours.
Dum biryani brings together fragrant rice, spices and meat in a sealed, slow-cooked style. Kerala-style meal plates, fried meat dishes and other regional specialities give diners several ways to explore the kitchen beyond better-known British curry-house standards.
The restaurant serves lunch and dinner and offers online ordering as well as table service. Guests with allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements should confirm current ingredients, spice blends and kitchen practices with staff before ordering.
Address: 2 Narborough Road, Leicester LE3 0BQ, England
Karimeen Menu
Starters
Creamy Mushroom Veg
Crispy lentil wafers served with an assortment of traditional house-made chutneys and pickles.
Hot & Sour Soup (Veg)
A comforting Indo-Chinese soup with fresh vegetables, aromatic spices, & the perfect balance of tangy & spicy flavours.
Paneer Chilly Veg
Soft paneer cubes stir-fried with peppers, onions, and a spicy Indo-Chinese chilli sauce.
Chicken 65
Vizhinjam Chicken Fry
A coastal Kerala favourite featuring chicken marinated in traditional spices and fried until perfectly crisp.
Beef Dry Fry
Tender beef slow-cooked with roasted Kerala spices, curry leaves, and coconut slivers for an authentic Malabar flavour.
Lemon & Garlic Prawns
Juicy prawns sautéed with fresh garlic, butter, herbs, and a refreshing hint of lemon.
Squid Fry
Fresh squid marinated in aromatic spices and fried until golden and perfectly crisp.
Dragon Chicken
Crispy chicken strips tossed in a bold, sweet, spicy, and garlicky Indo-Chinese sauce
Beef Cutlet
Crispy golden cutlets filled with spiced minced beef and potatoes, served with a tangy dip.
Nuggets & Fries
Chicken Strips
Mac & Cheese
Pappodom & Chutney Veg
Crispy lentil wafers served with an assortment of traditional house-made chutneys and pickles.
Hot & Sour Soup (Non-Veg)
Curry
Paneer Mutter Masala Veg
Soft paneer and green peas cooked in a rich tomato and onion gravy with aromatic Indian spices.
Veg Kurma Veg
Seasonal vegetables simmered in a mildly spiced creamy coconut and cashew gravy.
Alappy Chicken Curry
A homestyle chicken curry from Kerala’s backwaters, cooked in a fragrant coconut-based gravy.
Butter Chicken
Tender chicken simmered in a creamy tomato and butter sauce delicately flavoured with aromatic spices
Beef Pallicurry
A traditional Kerala-style beef curry simmered in rich roasted coconut gravy with aromatic spices.
Beef Roast
Slow-roasted beef cooked with roasted Kerala spices, coconut slices, and curry leaves.
Beef Coconut Fry
Tender beef tossed with grated coconut, roasted spices, and curry leaves for a true Kerala classic.
Lamb Curry
Tender lamb slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic gravy infused with traditional Indian spices.
Lamb Kadai
Succulent lamb cooked with onions, capsicum, tomatoes, and freshly ground kadai spices.
Kumarakom Fish Curry
A signature Kerala fish curry cooked in a tangy coconut and tamarind gravy inspired by the flavours of Kumarakom.
Shappile Chemmeen Roast
A toddy shop favourite featuring prawns roasted with onions, tomatoes, curry leaves, and bold Kerala spices.
Fish Molly
Fresh fish gently simmered in a creamy coconut milk curry infused with turmeric, curry leaves, and mild spices.
Chicken Roast
Kerala-style chicken slow-roasted in a rich onion and spice masala until beautifully caramelised.
Alappy Fish Curry
Biriyani
Veg Biriyani Veg
A colourful blend of fresh vegetables and fragrant kaima rice infused with traditional biryani spices.
Chicken Biriyani
Fragrant kaima rice layered with succulent chicken, aromatic spices, and slow-cooked using the traditional dum method.
Beef Biriyani
Tender beef and fragrant kaima rice cooked together with authentic spices for a rich and satisfying biryani.
Mutton Biriyani
Slow-cooked mutton layered with aromatic kaima rice and signature biryani spices.
Fish Biriyani
Delicately spiced fish layered with fragrant kaima rice and slow-cooked for a coastal-inspired biryani.
Prawns Biriyani
Juicy prawns cooked with fragrant kaima rice, herbs, and aromatic spices.
Meals
Matta Rice Veg
Traditional Kerala red rice, known for its wholesome texture and nutty flavour.
Plain Rice Veg
Steamed premium rice served as the perfect accompaniment to any curry.
Ghee Rice Veg
Fragrant basmati rice cooked with pure ghee, whole spices, and caramelised onions.
Pulav Rice Veg
Lightly spiced basmati rice cooked with whole spices and herbs for a fragrant finish.
Bukhari Rice
A fragrant Arabian rice delicately cooked with aromatic spices, herbs, and caramelised onions, offering a light yet flavourful accompaniment to grilled meats and curries.
Karimeen Thali Meal
A traditional Kerala feast served with rice, curries, vegetables, pappadom, pickles, and prepared in authentic style
Karimeen Special Thali Meal
Our signature Kerala thali featuring an indulgent selection of traditional accompaniments.
Chatti Choru
A hearty Kerala clay pot rice layered with meat, vegetables, spices, and slow-cooked to perfection.
Aavoli Fry
Whole pomfret marinated in traditional Kerala spices and fried until perfectly crisp.
Mathi Fry
Fresh sardines marinated with aromatic spices and shallow-fried for an authentic coastal taste.
Prawns Fry
Succulent prawns coated in Kerala spices and fried to a crispy golden finish.
Natholi Fry
Crispy fried anchovies seasoned with traditional spices and curry leaves.
Alfaham
Kanthari Alfaham
Flame-grilled chicken marinated with fiery bird’s eye chillies (kanthari), aromatic spices, and herbs for a bold Kerala-style kick.
Spicy Alfaham
Charcoal-grilled chicken infused with a rich blend of hot spices, delivering smoky flavours with a satisfying heat.
Peri Peri Alfaham
Malai Alfaham
Succulent grilled chicken marinated in cream, cheese, yoghurt, and mild spices for a rich, velvety, melt-in-the-mouth finish.
Masala Cheese Alfaham
Mango Chilly Alfaham
A vibrant fusion of sweet ripe mangoes and fiery chillies, perfectly balanced over smoky charcoal-grilled chicken.
Curry Leaf & Garlic Alfaham
Juicy grilled chicken coated in fragrant curry leaves, roasted garlic, and traditional spices for a flavourful South Indian twist.
Masala Alfaham
Charcoal-grilled chicken marinated in a robust blend of authentic Indian masalas, offering rich, smoky, and aromatic flavours.
Arabian Nights Alfaham
Iffa Chicken
Our signature house-special chicken, marinated in a secret blend of herbs, spices, and aromatics, then flame-grilled to smoky perfection. A must-try for lovers of bold, unforgettable flavours.
Mandi
Spicy Alfaham Mandi
Kanthari Alfaham Mandi
Malai Alfaham Mandi
Masala Mandi
Arabic Nights Mandi
Beef Rib Spicy Mandi
Beef Rib Masala Mandi
Beef Kanthari Mandi
Peri Peri Mutton Mandi
Masala Mutton Mandi
Breads
Palappam (2 pcs) Veg
Soft lacy rice pancakes with a fluffy centre, perfect for pairing with curries.
Pathiri (5 pcs) Veg
Thin, soft rice flour flatbread, a classic accompaniment to Malabar curries.
Puttu Veg
Steamed cylinders of rice flour and coconut, a beloved Kerala breakfast that pairs beautifully with curries.
Rumali Veg
Porotta
Kerala’s iconic flaky, layered flatbread cooked until golden and crisp.
Chappathi (2 pcs)
Soft whole wheat flatbread freshly prepared on the griddle.
Kallappam (2 pcs)
Traditional fermented rice pancakes with a delicate sweetness and soft texture.
Kids Menu
Mac & Cheese – Kids
Creamy macaroni pasta coated in a rich, cheesy sauce that’s perfect for little appetites.
Chicken Strips – Kids
Tender chicken strips coated in a crispy crumb and served with a dipping sauce.
Chicken Nuggets & Fries – Kids
Golden crispy chicken nuggets served with a side of crunchy fries.