The Dhabba Menu

Pomegranate and carom helps this char-grilled Scottish prime salmon to burst with its native glory.

Pan-fried fillet of sea bass with subtle hints of carom. Fresh and enlightening.

King prawns are given a spicy savoury glazing with a delicate crispy touch.

This dish of pulled lamb and diced peppers comes in a wrapped roomali roti.

Chicken finely basted with basil and lemon. As tender as the dawn over a distant hill.

Very spicy coated chicken breast, baked over charcoal for a Sultan, (or a Sultana).

The Dhabba’s own homemade paneer cheese with peppers and onions.

A splendid treat of stuffed mushrooms, potato croquettes and a papad wrap. A vegetarian splendour.

Tandoori chicken wings tossed in a tangy spiced sauce.

Marinated in pickled ginger and red chillies, these charcoal roasted lamb chops have an oriental exoticism which surprises.

Serves Two A superb display of king prawns, lamb, chicken and vegetarian starters which does what starters should do — start you off!

Ideal for vegans. Cauliflower, potatoes, mushrooms, peppers and onions. Ideal for anybody.

Slices of paneer cheese in an exquisite spice marinade grilled with peppers and onions.

Very spicy coated chicken breast, baked over charcoal for a Sultan, (or a Sultana).

Cardamom and cream make this soft succulent chicken dish into a tandoor dream.

A slow-roasted poussin in traditional marinades makes this chicken dish from the tandoor a very special treat.

This durbar of delight is a splendour of lamb fillet marinated with yogurt and is mildly spiced. But enough for you to order again and again.

Marinated in pickled ginger and red chillies, these charcoal roasted lamb chops have an oriental exoticism which surprises.

Pomegranate and carom helps this char-grilled Scottish prime salmon to burst with its native glory.

This is the best Scottish monkfish marinated in aromatics to bring out the special flavour. It almost bounces off the tongue.

When you have fresh jumbo tiger prawns, a saffron marinade, a slight charring, you have a gust of the sea, of the very orient of Sinbad.

Serves Two A huge mixed platter of tandoori monkfish, lamb and chicken. An ideal dish. Ideal that is, for greedy people.

This blend of onions, tomatoes and chillies is quite hot but refreshing at the same time.

An aromatic medium sauce with herbs, khus khus and melon seeds. Fresh and flavoursome.

A wonderful panoply of herbs and fresh spinach leaves. Popeye would go from strength to strength on this.

A very rich but mild sauce of tomatoes, mixed melon seeds and cream. Great with any dish.

A splendid lamb dish. Rich and satisfying.

Cooked with succulent chicken breast pieces.

With seasonal vegetables and homemade paneer this is a meal of great flavour; an India created in the very heart of its homeland.

The beautifully aromatic Salan, herby and spicy. Or perhaps the smooth, springtime-like famous Raita with yogurt, spices and fresh cucumber.

Fresh jumbo tiger prawns, creamy, mixed melons seeds, velvety.

Monkfish in a thick preparation with beautiful flavours of carom and onion.

Grilled Scottish salmon flavoured with a unique blend of five different spices.

Sea bass fillet with khus khus and melon seeds. Gently sauced and very refreshing.

King prawns, peppers and potatoes tossed in a sauce with wonderful aromatic spices.

Fiery dish with caramelised onions, poppy seed paste and crushed red chillies. For the most ferocious Bengal Lancer.

The original and best Kashmiri dish traditionally prepared with goat on the bone.

Sautéed lamb with onions, tomatoes, and peppers. Perhaps the most famous Indian lamb dish of all time. It is especially splendid at The Dhabba.

Lamb simmered with coriander. Fragrant, smooth and silky.

This is a leg of lamb cooked with dark rum, herbs and spices. For this favourite of the great Sikh soldiers of the British Raj, now, much enjoyed by connoisseurs, you must allow thirty minutes for this to be served.

Succulent venison slow cooked in its own juices and a special blend of spices.

Traditional dish with onion, tomatoes, ginger and garlic.

Every Dhabba throughout India, has this chicken tossed with mixed peppers and onions. Comfortably succulent.

Herby with fresh fenugreek and cream. Rather rich.

Tandoori cooked chicken with cream, tomatoes and mixed melon seeds. Buttery, gentle with the strength underlying its superbly mild flavour. Long-lasting and peaceful.

Chicken breast pieces simmered in lentils and shredded spinach.

Paneer with peppers and onions. Think of cool hill stations during the British Raj, a bit of a cuisine long since developed since then.

Tandoori roasted cottage cheese in a tomato-based rich, creamy sauce. onions and peppers, in a herby cream sauce. Puts Welsh Rarebit back into a 1920’s Lyon’s Corner House. Whatever that means.

A robust preparation of paneer and spinach leaves. Popeye’s eyes would pop at this!

Magnificent dumplings of cottage cheese simmered in khus khus and cream. A veggies heaven!

Cumin flavoured basmati rice.

Steamed basmati rice.

The classic whole-wheat bread baked in the tandoor.

Made from gram flour. Gluten-free.

Whole-wheat, buttery, flaky, multi-layered.

A whole-wheat stuffed bread with spiced potato. A very superior large ‘tattie scone’.

The quintessential Indian refined flour bread. Deeply satisfying.

Naan topped with fresh garlic and herbs. For those who love garlic, this hits the spot.

An unusual naan, this is stuffed with a sweet filling of semolina, coconut, dates, cardamom and fennel.

India itself comes to your table with this medley of sautéed Indian vegetables —round melon, bitter gourd, cauliflower, aubergines and okra. A costume drama of a meal.

A traditional tumble of potatoes and cauliflower and garden peas. This is a dish common throughout the world but with a spicy Indian take. An Indian bubble squeak.

A very rich and buttery concoction of black lentils, kidney beans and split chickpeas. A taste of an India full of hill stations and summer retreats.

A classic medley of potato aubergine and peppers.

A herbaceous dish of mushrooms peas and fresh fenugreek.

A traditional Punjabi spiced chickpea delicacy.

Rice and seasonal vegetables slow-cooked in a sealed pot, this is a meal of great flavour. Served with the aromatic Salan sauce on the side.

Basmati rice with green peas, sweetcorn and coriander. Fresh, fragrant and flavoursome.

Cumin flavoured basmati rice.

Steamed basmati rice.

The classic whole-wheat bread baked in the tandoor.

Made from gram flour. Gluten-free.

Whole-wheat, buttery, flaky, multi-layered.

A whole-wheat stuffed bread with spiced potato. A very superior large ‘tattie scone’.

The quintessential Indian refined flour bread. Deeply satisfying.

Naan topped with fresh garlic and herbs. For those who love garlic, this hits the spot.

An unusual naan, this is stuffed with a sweet filling of semolina, coconut, dates, cardamom and fennel.

Paneer filled refined flour bread.

Okra and red onions with cumin, ginger and a hint of green chillies. Hottish, yet subtle.

Peeled potato diced and tossed with shreds of spinach and fenugreek.

A traditional Punjabi spiced chickpea delicacy

Yellow lentils simmered with tomatoes, ginger, garlic and coriander. This classic North Indian staple brings with it a breath of the mountains of the North West.

Okra and red onions with cumin, ginger and a hint of green chillies. Hottish, yet subtle.

This beautifully seasoned salad has a splendid jumble of tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce and red onions.

Slices of fresh tomatoes, red onions, cucumber and carrots on a bed of crisp green lettuce.

Sliced red onions, red chilli powder, green chillies and a wedge of lemon.

Our own homemade pickle of mango, lime, carrots, garlic and chillies.

Incredibly refreshing smooth yogurt, spices and fresh cucumber.

Sliced onions, lemon wedges and green chillies.

This beautifully seasoned salad has a splendid jumble of tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce and red onion.

Slices of fresh tomatoes, red onions, cucumber and carrots on a bed of crisp green lettuce.

Our own homemade pickle of mango, lime, carrots, garlic and chillies.

This dish of pulled lamb and diced peppers comes in a wrapped roomali roti.

The Dhabba’s own homemade paneer cheese skewered with peppers and onions with a spicy tomato tang.

Tandoori chicken wings tossed in a tangy spiced suce.

A splendid vegetarian trio — Indian potato croquettes, papad wrap and stuffed mushrooms.

Chicken finely basted with basil and lemon. As tender as the dawn over a distant hill.

A dish of puffed rice, sev, potato, mango, with a drizzle of tamarind chutney.

Fiery lamb dish with caramelised onions, poppy seed paste and crushed red chillies.

Traditional dish of chicken with onion, tomatoes, ginger and garlic.

Sautéed lamb with onions, tomatoes, and peppers. Perhaps the most famous Indian lamb dish of all time.

Every Dhabba throughout India, has this chicken tossed with mixed peppers and onions. Comfortably succulent.

Lamb simmered with fresh coriander. Fragrant, smooth and silky.

Chicken tikka in a creamy, tomato and melon seed sauce. Buttery gentle in its superbly mild flavour.

A herbaceous dish of mushrooms peas and fresh fenugreek.

Paneer with peppers and onions. Think of cool hill stations during the British Raj, bit of a cuisine long since developed since then.

A traditional tumble of potatoes, cauliflower and garden peas. This is a dish common throughout the world but with a spicy Indian take.

A hearty preparation of paneer and spinach leaves. Popeye’s eyes would pop at this!

Steamed basmati rice.

Cumin flavoured basmati rice.

The quintessential Indian refined flour bread.

Naan topped with fresh garlic and herbs.

Our own homemade pickle of mango, lime, carrots, garlic and chillies.

Enhanced with spicy tangy water — this crispy puffed bread filled with spiced potato, and chickpeas laced with freshly ground cumin, is a splendidly refreshing dish.

A Superb display of king prawns, lamb, chicken and vegetarian starters which does what starters should do — start you off!

Sautéed lamb with onions, tomatoes, and peppers. Perhaps the most famous Indian lamb dish of all time. It is especially splendid at The Dhabba.

Traditional dish of chicken with onion, tomatoes, ginger and garlic.

Tandoori cooked chicken with cream, tomatoes and mixed melon seeds. Buttery, gentle with the strength underlying its superbly mild flavour. Long-lasting and peaceful.

Lamb simmered with fresh coriander. Fragrant, smooth and silky.

Sea bass fillet with khus khus and melon seeds. Gently sauced and very refreshing.

Every Dhabba throughout India, has this chicken tossed with mixed peppers and onions. Comfortably succulent.

Grilled Scottish salmon flavoured with a unique blend of five spices.

Fiery lamb dish with caramelised onions, poppy seed paste and crushed red chillies. For the most ferocious Bengal Lancer.

Okra and red onions with cumin, ginger and a hint of green chillies. Hottish, yet subtle.

Monkfish in a thick preparation with beautiful flavours of carom and onion.

This is leg of lamb cooked with dark rum, herbs and spices. A favourite of the great Sikh soldiers of the British Raj, now, much enjoyed by connoisseurs.

King prawns, peppers and potatoes tossed in a sauce with wonderful aromatic spices.

A comforting and herby farmhouse chicken preparation with fresh fenugreek.

A traditional Punjabi spiced chickpea delicacy.

Steamed basmati rice.

Cumin flavoured basmati rice.

The quintessential Indian refined flour bread. Deeply satisfying.

Naan topped with fresh garlic and herbs. For those who love garlic this hits the spot.

Sliced red onions, red chilli powder, green chillies and a wedge of lemon.

This beautifully seasoned salad has a splendid jumble of tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce and red onions.

Choose any dessert from the menu for an additional £5 per person on any tasting menu.

An unusual naan, this is stuffed with a sweet filling of semolina, coconut, dates, cardamom and fennel.

Basmati rice with green peas, sweetcorn and coriander. Fresh and fragrant.

Whole-wheat, flaky, multi-layer ed bread.

Incredibly refreshing smooth yogurt, spices and fresh vegetables.

Our own homemade pickle of mango, lime, carrots, garlic and chillies.

Enhanced with spicy tangy water — this crispy puffed bread filled with spiced potato, and chickpeas laced with freshly ground cumin, is a splendidly refreshing dish.

Pomegranate and carom helps this char-grilled Scottish prime salmon to burst with its native glory.

This durbar of delight is a splendour of lamb fillet marinated with yogurt and garlic is mildly spiced. But enough for you to order again and again.

Cardamom and cream make this soft succulent chicken dish into a tandoor dream.

This is the best Scottish monkfish marinated in aromatics to bring out the special flavour. It almost bounces off the tongue.

Marinated in pickled ginger and red chillies, these charcoal roasted lamb chops have an oriental exoticism which surprises.

Spiced boneless chicken baked over charcoal. Fit for a Sultan.

Spiced boneless chicken baked over charcoal. Fit for a Sultan.

When you have fresh jumbo tiger prawns, a saffron marinade, a slight charring, you have a gust of the sea, of the very orient of Sinbad.

Our own homemade pickle of mango, lime, carrots, garlic and chillies.

Enhanced with spicy tangy water — this crispy puffed bread filled with spiced potato, and chickpeas laced with freshly ground cumin, is a splendidly refreshing dish.

Our own homemade pickle of mango, lime, carrots, garlic and chillies.

Enhanced with spicy tangy water — this crispy puffed bread filled with spiced potato, and chickpeas laced with freshly ground cumin, is a splendidly refreshing dish.

A dish of puffed rice, sev, potato and mango with a drizzle of tamarind chutney. Touches every point of the palette.

Mushrooms stuffed with gently spiced paneer cheese and batter fried.

Delicate potato patties with herbs and aromatics.

Tender chicken finely basted with basil and lemon.

A most famous dish of sautéed lamb with onions, tomatoes, and peppers.

Lamb simmered with fresh coriander. Fragrant, smooth and silky.

Traditional dish of chicken with onion, tomatoes, ginger and garlic.

Tandoori chicken in a rich and buttery, cream, tomato and melon seed sauce.

Paneer tossed together with mixed peppers and onions. A tad spicy!

A traditional tumble of spiced potatoes, cauliflower and garden peas.

Steamed basmati rice.

The classic whole-wheat bread baked in the tandoor.

The quintessential Indian refined flour bread.

Soft reduced milk dumplings in sugary syrup, served warm with ice cream.

Chef’s choice selection of vegetables, paneer, lentils and yogurt with rice, bread and dessert.

Chef’s choice selection of chicken, lamb, lentils and yogurt with rice, bread and dessert.

Mini poppadoms with a tomato & mango dip and a coriander & mint dip.

Incredibly refreshing smooth yogurt, spices and fresh vegetables.

A jumble of tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce and red onions.

Sliced red onions, red chilli powder, lemon wedges and green chillies.

“The beginning of a fabulous meal should set the tone for the rest of it, just as the end of it should be the flourish of an ample repose; a belief that the world is nearly perfect”. So wrote the author, philosopher and gastronome Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin in 1812, and it surely applies today. Certainly The Dhabba would agree. So to start:

Enhanced with spicy tangy water — this is crispy puffed bread filled with spiced potato, and chickpeas laced with ground cumin.

A dish of puffed rice, sev, potato, mango, with a drizzle of tamarind chutney. Touches every point of the palette.

A splendid treat of battered mushrooms, potato croquettes and a papad wrap. A true vegan splendour.

This blend of onions, tomatoes and chillies is quite hot but refreshing at the same time.

An aromatic medium sauce with herbs, khus khus and melon seeds. Fresh and flavoursome.

Our own homemade pickle of mango, lime, carrots, garlic and chillies.

Champagne, France The finest of all Champagnes; soft and complex, consistent and brilliant. Bottle 199.95

Champagne, France The fashion statement in Champagne – elegant and crisp with soft, strawberry fruit and a long creamy finish. Bottle 85.00

Champagne, France Special Cuvée is the result of the delicate blending between harvest grapes and most reserve wines, including some aged in magnums for more than 15 years. Bottle 85.00

Champagne, France A crisp, elegant Champagne with hints of lemon overlaid with touches of brioche. Bottle 49.95

Italy This elegant Prosecco Spumante has delicate lemon fruit notes and a refreshing lively style. Bottle 28.95

Italy This elegant Prosecco Spumante has delicate lemon fruit notes and a refreshing lively style. In a convenient 200ml single serve. 200ml Mini Bottle 7.50

Highbridge, California Juicy and refreshing, this White Zinfandel is packed with delicious strawberry, raspberry and cream Flavours. Bottle 22.95 250ml 7.75 175ml 5.50 RECOMMENDED WITH SPICY DISHES

Bosco Dei Cirmoili, Italy Delicate rosè colour. Pleasing aromas of citrus fruits, strawberry, floral and mineral. A dry elegant rosè with a crisp minerality. Bottle 22.95

Henri La Fontaine, France Pale yellow wine with green tints. A typical steely, mineral aroma with a hint of butter. Crisp and flinty, perfect with prawns, salmon, and smoked fish. Bottle 39.95

Paterson’s Grove, Marlborough, New Zealand Vibrant Sauvignon Blanc from the Marlborough region. Powerful and aromatic: zesty gooseberry and passion fruit flavours with bright acidity. Bottle 29.50 250ml 9.95 175ml 6.95 BEST ENJOYED WITH SEAFOOD & SPICY DISHES

Tim Adams Clare Valley, Australia Showing richness of fruit flavour and balanced crisp natural acidity. The use of only free-run juice allows citrus and floral characters to dominate. Bottle 26.50 250ml 8.95 175ml 6.50 BEST ENJOYED WITH SEAFOOD AND SPICY DISHES

Previata, Italy Crisp and fruity with crunchy fruit, citrusy acidity and a long, refreshing finish. Bottle 24.95 250ml 8.50 175ml 5.95 BEST ENJOYED WITH HERBY DISHES

Scenic Ridge, Australia A fresh and juicy Chardonnay with tropical aromas, flavours of delicate peaches and a hint of vanilla. Bottle 23.50 250ml 7.95 175ml 5.50 BEST ENJOYED WITH RICH, COCONUTY DISHES

Calvet, France A complex nose of red fruits. This generous balanced wine, with velvety tannins. Bottle 49.95

Caleo, Italy Packed with rich sweet fruit aromas, this wine has a succulent and delicious velvety texture, and a lovely smooth finish. Bottle 29.50 250ml 9.95 175ml 6.95 RECOMMENDED WITH SPICY DISHES

Los Picos Distantes, Argentina Complex with blackberry and blueberry flavours, hints of peppery spice and distinct cocoa notes. A long finish and smooth tannins. Bottle 27.50 250ml 9.25 175ml 6.50 RECOMMENDED WITH SPICY DISHES

Don Pavral, Spain Rich, bright and intense black and red cherry fruit complemented by soft vanilla oak and a hint of peppery spice. Silky ripe tannins with a lingering finish. Bottle 25.95 250ml 8.75 175ml 6.25 RECOMMENDED WITH HERBY DISHES & LAMB

Pint 5.50 1/2 Pint 2.75

330ml Bottle

330ml Bottle

330ml Bottle

568ml Bottle

500ml Bottle

Indian Dark Rum

India

21 Year Old, Speyside

12 Year Old, Speyside

12 Year Old, Speyside

10 Year Old, Islay

12 Year Old, Island

10 Year Old, Island

12 Year Old, Japan

Garnished with fresh mint and lemon Exquisitely well-balanced and complex artisanal gin distinctly enhanced by twenty-two locally picked wild Islay botanicals.

Garnished with a slice of cucumber. Delightfully infused with Bulgarian rose and cucumber with the traditional juniper berries.

Garnished with a slice of ginger. A unique blend of six Japanese botanicals with hints of cherry blossoms, green tea and a light spiciness.

Garnished with a wedge of lime. An absolute classic dry gin — a very fresh experience with juniper, citrus lemon and coriander flavours.

Garnished with a wedge of lime. A fresh and lively gin, exceptionally smooth, slightly floral with bright citrus notes.

Garnished with blueberries. An incredibly smooth gin with a gorgeous colour, slightly spiced with light floral notes leaving a wonderful and delicate taste of sweet violets.

Garnished with strawberry. Refreshing sweet notes of raspberries, strawberries and redcurrant with a bite of juniper and coriander underneath.

Indian Tonic 125ml Bottle 1.50, Slimline Tonic 125ml Bottle 1.50

330ml Bottle 2.50

330ml Bottle 2.50

Draught 2.75

Draught 2.75

Draught 2.75

330ml Bottle 3.25

330ml Bottle 3.25

330ml Bottle 3.25

275ml Bottle 2.95

275ml Bottle 3.25

Draught 2.50

Draught 2.95

Draught 1.25

Bottle 1.50