Thikanaa Bristol is an Indian restaurant at 329 Southmead Road in Bristol. Its wide-ranging menu draws on street food, roadside dhaba cooking and regional favourites, offering considerably more variety than a standard curry-house selection.
Snacks such as vada pav, pani puri, samosa chaat and bhel bring the flavours of Mumbai and other Indian cities to the opening part of the menu. Chutneys, yoghurt, crisp pastry and spiced potato create lively contrasts that work well for sharing.
The tandoor produces chicken tikka, smoky tandoori chicken, paneer shashlik and lamb seekh kebab. Regional curries include South Indian Chettinad preparations, Rajasthani lamb, coconut-based fish curry, butter chicken or paneer, and slow-cooked black lentil dal makhani.
Biryani, thali, breads and rice make it easy to turn smaller choices into a full meal, while Indo-Chinese noodles and Manchurian dishes add another direction. Many vegetarian dishes are available; guests with allergies should confirm dairy, gluten, nuts and shared preparation details before ordering.
Address: 329 Southmead Road, Bristol BS10 5LW, England
Thikanaa Bristol Menu
Chat & Snacks
Street-style bites bursting with bold Indian flavours. Perfect to share, snack or start your food journey.
Vada Pav
Vada pav is Mumbais hero street food- the vada is a spicy potato ball stuffed between pavs and layered with green chutney & sweet tamarind chutney
Zhingat Vada Pav
Spicy version of hot potato vada served with a special Kolhapuri red chilli chutney
Dabheli
Tangy and spicy potato stuffing tucked in pav with masala peanuts, chilli & tamarind chutney
Samosa 2pcs
Pastries filled with a delicious and authentic blend of spicy potatoes and peas
Samosa Chole Chat
Crispy samosas mashed with zesty chole, topped with onions, chillies, tomatoes and fresh coriander. Drizzled with tangy chutneys and creamy yoghurt for a flavor- packed bite!
Pani Puri
Puri stuffed with boiled spiced potatoes with spicy tangy water and a sweet tamarind chutney
Aloo Tikki Chat
Potato tikki topped with yoghurt, tamarind & mint chutney, chopped onion and tomatows garnish with thin sev
Mutter Wali Kachori
Crispy, golden kachoris stuffed with masaledar green peas, served hot with mint chutney
Papdi Chat
Crunchy papdis, onions, tomatoes, green chillies- drizzled with green chutney, sweet tamarind chutney & joghurt
Thikanaa Oli Bhel
Puffed rice, farsan (Bombay mix) mixed with coriander, onions, tomato, tamarind sauce and green chillies
Kanda Bhaji
Crispy onion fitters spiced to perfection, just like your favourite tapri snack- crunchy, hot and addictive
Pav Bhaji
Mix with spicy seasonal vegetable with boiled potatoes in thick buttery gravy
Cheese Pav Bhaji
Mix with spicy seasonal vegetable with boiled potatoes in thick buttery gravy and topped with yummy cheese !
Puneri Misal Pav
Sprout spicy curry topped with onions, tomatoes, farsan lemon juice, coriander and served with two soft pav
Tandoori Street Plates
Chicken Tikka
Boneless pieces of chicken, marinated in spiced yoghurt, threaded on a metal skewer and cooked in charcoal tandoor
Malai Chicken Tikka
Boneless pieces of chicken marinated in spiced yoghurt, ginger, garlic and generous amount of cream, threaded on a metal skewer and cooked in charcoal tandoor
Tandoori Chicken
Juicy chicken marinated in a spicd yoghurt blend, chargrilled in the tandoor for that perfect smoky flavour. Tender inside, slightly crisp outside. Served with mint chutney and a squeeze of lime
Paneer Tikka Shashlik
Paneer marinated in a punchy hot and sour tandoori masala are skewered up with onion petals and pieces of peppers
Mumbai Sheekh Kebab
Mimced lamb marinated with bold spices, molded onto skewers and grilled in tandoor till juicy and smoky. Served with fresh onions and mint chutney
Thikanaa Mixed Grill
Selection of our grill meats of malai tikka, chicken tikka & sheekh kebab
Roadside (Dhaba) Curries – Chef Special
Straight from the highways of India- these rusric, slow cooked curries are loaded with bold spices, rich gravies dhaba style tadka. Best enjoyed with rotis and naan
Butter Chicken / Paneer
Tender and smoky chicken pieces or paneer (V) in a rich silk (makhani) sauce with fresh tomatoes, aromatic spices and fresh cream
Desi Chicken Curry
Juicy on the bone chicken simmered in a home- style onion- tomato gravy, loaded with rustic spices and unmistakable desi tadka
Rajestani Lala Means
Rajestani lamb curry, slow cooked with red chillies, garlic and whole spices for a rich, smoky taste
Kokani Fish Moilee
Mild, creamy fish curry made with coconut milk, spices and a touch of tanginess. Its a comforting cosatl dish!
Chettinad Chicken / Lamb
Spicy South Indian chicken or lamb curry cooked with roasted spices, coconut and black pepper. Bold, aromatic and full of flavour
Thikanaa Lamb Rogan Josh
Desi Lamb Curry
Tender with bone lamb slow- cooked in a rich, spiced gravy with bold desi flavours and hint of dhaba- style smokiness
Kadhai Special
A popular dish from Northern Indian ideally goes with anything from paneer to lamb, mixed peppers and fresh coriander, ground spice mix
Garlic Chilli Chicken
Succulent chicken slathered in a garlicky spicy sauce so wild it all spark a flavour festival on your plate!
Veg Palak Paneer Kofta Curry
Baingan Masala
Smoky eggplant cooked in a rich, spiced onion-tomato gravy. Rustic, hearty and full of bold Indian flavour
Dal Makhani
Comfortable and a must try dish on our menu black lentils, red kidney beans, slow cooked creamy, rich tomato and full of flavours
Matar Paneer
A classic North Indian curry of soft paneer and green peas simmered in a spiced tomato- onion gravy
Saag Aloo/ Paneer
Made with green leafy vegetable/ spinach mixed with automatic spices, onions, garlic and ginger with touch of cream makes it special and rich in flavours
Dal Dry
Yellow lentils tempered with ghee, cumin, garlic and spices. Comforting,flavourful and a perfect homestyle classic
Bombay Aloo
Golden potatoes tossed in a tangy, spiced masala with mustard seeds and curry leaves. Zesty, vibrant and full of Mumbai street style flavour
Bhindi Masala
Fresh okra cooked with onions, tomatoes and aromatic spices. Crispy and flavourful dish
Anda Apna Apna
A spicy egg- packed curry thats bolder than a morning rooster, ready to jazz up your plate!
Nibbles
Papadums
Each
Chutney Tray
Delhi Ke Launde
Arjit Singh Ke Chole Bhature
Bowl full of flavour and authentic spices mixed with chickpeas served with fried bread. (Not to be confused with Arjit Singh famous Bollywood singer)
Monti Ke Chole Aur Tandoori Khulche
Bowl full of flavour and authentic spices mixed with chickpeas served with buttery tandooris Khulche
Mumbai Sandwiches
Grilled Veg Sandwich
Made with white bread, green chilli chutney, boiled potatoes, tomatoes, cucumber and sprinkled woth chat masala and grilled
Veg Chutney Sandwich
Made with white bread, green chilli chutney, boiled potatoes, tomatoes, cucumber and sprinkled with chat masala
Indo Chinese
Chicken Lollipop
Chicken drimette is marinated and then batter until crisp
Chilli Chicken / Paneer
Boneless chicken or paneer cooked with fresh hot green chillies, spring onion, garlic and tossed in Indo- chinese sauce
Chili Momos Chicken / Veg
Chicken or veg momo sauteed in chef special sauce with mixed peppers and onions
Steamed Momos Chicken / Veg
Momos made with spoonful of chicken or lightly spiced vegetable stuffing wrapped in dough. Served with homemade momos chutney
Gobi Manchurian
Fried cauliflower topped with ginger, garlic, chopped onion, coriander and soya sauce
Veg Spring Roll
A crispy golden casing packed with vegetables
Prawns Cracker
Deep fried crispy Thai prawns flavour crackers served with sweet chilli sauce
Rice & Noodles
Steamed Rice
Steamed white basmati rice
Pilau Rice
Flavoured basmati rice with cardamon and ghee
Jeera Rice
Flavoured basmati rice with jeera (Cumin seeds), coriander and toss in butter or ghee
Egg Special Freid Rice
Schezwan Fried Rice
A popular and spicy fried version made with a spice generous amount of Schezwan sauce
Hakka Noodles
Traditional hakka style of quick stir- fried noodle with mixed shredded vegetable or your preference meat
Salad & Raitas
Green Salad
Enjoy our green salad or bowl of raita to enhance your taste buds
Raita
Classic Indian Curries
Korma Karma
A creamy, dreamy sauce so smooth, it could sweet – talk your tastebuds intio a food coma, with just enough spice to keep things flirty!
Bhuna Bonanza
A feisty, slow- simmered tomato sauce with more sass than your chat, ready to spice up your plate
Tikka Tickle
Rich, mildly spicy sauce with yoghurt and curry vibes, bold enough to steal the showbut, smooth enough to keep it classy
Dhansak Delight
A sweet and sour lentil- based sauce full of veggie packed curry brings the heat and sweetness, ready to cha-cha with your tastebuds!
Saag Saag Da Swag (G/V)
A green, dreamy creamy sauce thats basically a veegie smoothie with attitude, ready to jazz up your roti!
Madras Heat Wave
This spicy, tomato- tangy sauce struts in hotter than a summer grill, ready to make your tastebuds do a double- take!
Jalfrezi Jolt
This sizzling, veggie stuffed currys got more kick than a Bollywood dance- off, ready to make your plate pop!
Vindaloo Va- Voom
A fiery, vinegar- zinged curry so intense it could wake up your tastebuds like a double espresso shot!
Biryanis
Veg Biryani
Fragrant basamti rice layered with spiced vegetables, saffron and herbs, so aromatic its like a warm hug from spice garden
Chicken Biryani
Succulent and juicy pieces of marinated chicken with our aromatic & flavourful biryani rice
Lamb Biryani
Succulent & juicy pieces of marinated lamb slow cooked with our aromatic & flavourful biryani rice
Naan / Rotis
Naan
Freshly baked from our tandoor
Garlic Naan
Naan made with minced garlic and garnish with coriander
Tadnoori Roti
Wholewheat bread, cooked from tandoor
Peshwari Naan
Naan for sweet tooth, filled with desiccated coconut, sultanas and almonds
Thikanaa Bristol Thalis
Thikanaa Veg Thali
Comes with 4 veg dishes, sweet rait, papad pickle, boiled rice and your choice of roti or naan bread
Thikanaa Chicken Thali
Comes with 3 beg dishes, 1 chicken dish, sweet raita, papad pickle, boiled rice and your choice of roti or naan bread
Thikanaa Special Thali
Comes with 2 veg dishes, 1 chicken dish, 1 lamb dish, sweet raita, papad pickle, boiled rice and your choice of roti or naan bread
Sweet Endings
Gulab Jamun
Fried balls made from milk dough, soaked in aromatic saffron infused sugar syrup
Gajar Halwa
Carrots (Gajar), sugar, cardamon powder and milk. Served with garnished nuts
Kulfi
A velvety, milk rich delight thats cooler than a moonsoon breeze, ready to melt your worries with every lick
Ice Cream
3 scoops of creamy, thick and delicious ice cream. Choose your flavour: vanilla/ strawberry/ chocolate