Indian Kitchen Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Indian Kitchen, the epitome of authentic Indian cuisine located in Indian Wells, CA. With a menu that marries tradition and innovation, each dish reflects the vibrant flavors of India. The standout options include Tandoori Roti and flavorful Naan varieties, including Garlic Naan and Cheese Naan. For those craving poultry, the Chicken Saag and Chicken Mangalorean offer a journey through rich spices and creamy textures.
The dining experience is complemented by a carefully curated selection of homemade Desserts such as Brownie with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and classic Tiramisu. Guests rave about the harmonious atmosphere and the owner’s warm hospitality, ensuring every visit leaves behind a memorable taste. The food is fresh, flavorful, and invites you back for more. Dive into a culinary adventure at Indian Kitchen—a true treasure in the valley!
Start With These
Tuna Tandoori (GF)
Sashimi Grade 7 oz Ahi Tuna, marinated in spiced yogurt and cooked in the clay oven
Spicy Jumbo Tandoori Chicken Wing
Fresh jumbo chicken wings marinated in our spicy yogurt sauce cooked in clay oven (1st & 2nd joint)
Cauliflower Fritters
Cauliflower florets dipped in a spiced gram flour & spot fried.
Papadum
Spiced lentil wafers cooked in our tandoor oven (4 pieces) served with homemade mint and tamarind sauce.
Kitchen Special
Vegetable samosa topped with spiced garbanzo curry and tamarind yogurt.
Vegetable Samosa
Crispy Indian style triangular empanadas stuffed with spiced potatoes, peas, and herbs.
Spicy Jumbo Tandoori Chicken Wings (1st & 2nd Joint)
Fresh jumbo chicken wings marinated in our spicy yogurt sauce cooked in clay oven.
Chili Chicken
Asian inspired all-white meat chicken delicately cooked in a very spicy sauce.
Garlic Nan
Nan
Leavened bread
Onion Nan
Vince And Laura’s Nan
Herbal medley created by local residents
Tandoori Roti
Whole wheat bread
Cheese Nan
Bread stuffed with imported smoked buffalo mozzarella from Italy
Indian Breads
Lamb (rice is a la carte)
Lamb Mangalorean (GF)
Boneless lamb cooked in a coconut-based sauce finished off with French black mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried red Japanese peppers. (Gluten Free)
Lamb Vindaloo (GF)
A combination of boneless lamb and Idaho potatoes cooked in a vinegar-based spicy tomato sauce reduction (Portugal's gift to India) (Gluten Free)
Lamb Saag (GF)
Boneless lamb cooked with creamed spinach (Contains dairy) (Gluten Free)
Rogan Josh
A very classic lamb curry cooked in a tomato, onion, garlic, and ginger-based sauce
New Zealand Rack Of Lamb (GF)
Rack of lamb marinated in rosemary, thyme, and a blend of spices
Tandoori Chilean Sea Bass (GF)
Chilean sea bass marinated for 24 hrs in our spiced yogurt marination
Chicken Tikka Kabob (GF)
Boneless all-white meat marinated in a spiced yogurt marination
All White Jumbo Gulf Shrimp (GF)
Jumbo shrimp marinated in spiced yogurt
Classic Kitchen Entrees (rice is a la carte)
Yum Yum Side Stuff
Onions And Chilies
Sliced red onions and serrano peppers, dusted with salt and pepper, served with sliced lemon
Raita
Shredded cucumber mixed with lightly spiced nonfat yogurt
Mango Chutney
Sweet spiced mango reduction
Rice Pilaf
Imported Indian long-grain basmati rice cooked with with cumin seed, turmeric, and saffron, garnished with green peas.
Tomato Chutney
My mother's gift to India, spicy
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
The Republic Of Tea, Darjeeling
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Bundaberg Sparkling Guava
Rocky Mountain Sparkling Water
16 oz
Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Bundaberg Ginger Beer
The Republic Of Tea, Decaf Ginger Peach Black
The Republic Of Tea, PassionFruit Green Tea
Bundaberg Peach Ginger Beer
Soda
Desserts
Brownie
Homemade, add vanilla bean ice cream or pistachio gelato
Tiramisu
My mother's recipe
Mango Sorbet
Imported from Sicily
Homemade Apple Pie
Served hot, add vanilla bean cream or pistachio gelato for 3
Dreyer's Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Polenta Cake With Mango
A very traditional northern Italian cake
Pistachio Gelato
Imported from Sicily
Rice Pudding
North Indian style with pistachio & saffron
Dreyer's Spumoni Ice Cream
Chocolate, pistachio, and maraschino cherry Ice Cream
Mom’s Bread Pudding
With Oregon marmalade and pistachios.
Malai Kofta (GF)
Cheese and potato dumplings seasoned with cumin, serrano peppers, and cilantro, prepared in a cashew/almond cream sauce
Okra (Bhindi) (GF)
We only use fresh okra sauteed with onion, garlic, ginger, and a blend of spices
Paneer Tikka Masala (GF)
Homemade cheese cooked in a tomato reduction butter sauce
Eggplant (Bharta)
Roasted eggplant pureed and cooked with onions, garlic, ginger, tomato, and a blend of spices
Aloo Gobi (GF, V)
Cauliflower and potatoes sauteed with herbs and spices
Dal (Lentils) (GF)
Cooked lentils sauteed with onions, tomato, ginger, and select spices in garlic butter. (Gluten Free)
Chana Saag (GF)
Garbanzo beans cooked with creamed spinach.
Saag Paneer (GF)
Village cheese cooked with creamed spinach (Contains dairy) (Gluten Free)
Chana Masala (GF) (V)
Garbanzo beans cooked with a blend of spiced onion, garlic, ginger, and tomatoes. (Gluten Free) (Vegan)
Meatless Specialties (rice is a la carte)
Seafood (rice is a la carte)
Shrimp Mangalorean (GF)
Gulf shrimp cooked in a coconut-based sauce, finished off with French mustard seeds, curry leaf, and dried red Japanese peppers.
Shrimp Vindaloo (GF)
Shrimp cooked in a vinegar-based spicy tomato sauce reduction with potatoes (Portugal's gift to India) (Gluten Free)
Chicken Mangalorean (GF)
All-white meat chicken cooked in a coconut-based sauce finished off with French black mustard seed, curry leaves, and dried red Japanese peppers. (Gluten Free)
Chicken Vindaloo (GF)
Boneless, all-white chicken meat and fresh Idaho potatoes cooked in a vinegar-based spicy tomato sauce reduction (Portugal's gift to India) (Gluten Free)
Chicken Tikka Masala (GF)
Tandoori chicken cubes cooked in a tomato reduction butter sauce. (Gluten Free)
Mint Chicken (Neel's Favorite) (GF)
All-white chicken cooked in a spicy mint and cilantro sauce (Gluten Free)
Chicken Korma (GF)
Boneless chicken cooked in a mild cashew cream sauce (nuts) (Gluten Free)
Chicken Saag (GF)
Tandoori chicken cubes cooked with creamed spinach (Contains dairy) (Gluten Free)