Himalaya Café Menu
Welcome to Himalaya Café, your new go-to destination for authentic Indian cuisine nestled in Old Saybrook, CT. This cozy lounge balances a vibrant atmosphere with casual dining comforts, making it perfect for family dinners or nights out with friends.
Expect an exciting array of dishes, from Onion Bhajia and Samosas to the fragrant Vegetable Biryani and expertly grilled Salmon Tikka. Each dish is crafted with care, promising a rich blend of spices that awakens the palate. Many dishes cater to diverse dietary preferences, offering pescatarian and vegan options.
Himalaya Café also boasts a welcoming outdoor seating area, making it ideal for al fresco dining. With friendly staff, a lively ambiance, and a rotating happy hour, vibrant nights await you here. It's more than just a meal; it's an experience.
Small Plates
Onion Bhajia
Deep fried fritters made from sliced onions, chickpea flour, turmeric, cumin, ginger, garlic.
Ghobi Manchurian
A slightly sweet and spicy stirfried cauliflower dish with peppers.
Samosa
House made pastry filled with spiced potato peas. Two samosas per order. Served with tamarind mint sauce.
Vegetable Pakora
Deep fried fritter made from cabbage, onions, cauliflower, potatoes, carrots, chickpea flour mixed with our house made spices.
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, grilled to perfection in the traditional tandoori style.
Salmon Tikka
Succulent salmon filets marinated in a blend of yogurt, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs, then grilled to perfection in a tandoor oven for a smoky, flavorful finish.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Tender, marinated chicken pieces simmered in a rich and creamy tomatobased sauce, infused with aromatic spices and a hint of smoky flavor. Perfectly balanced with a touch of heat.
Lamb Dhaba
A hearty dish featuring tender lamb pieces slow cooked in a robust, spicy gravy, inspired by the rustic flavors of roadside eateries in India.
Chicken Korma
Creamy and mildly spiced dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, velvety sauce made from cream, and a blend of fragrant spices. Contains nuts
Chicken Vindaloo
A fiery and tangy dish featuring chicken pieces marinated in vinegar and spices, then slow cooked in a bold, spicy curry.
NonVeg. Mains served with Basmati Rice
Vegetarian Mains
Vegetable Biryani
A fragrant and colorful dish featuring basmati rice cooked with a variety of fresh vegetables, aromatic spices, and herbs.
Malai Kofta
Fried dumplings of paneer, potatoes, green peas carrots simmered in a rich creamy sauce of ground cashews, onions, cardamom, turmeric aromatic spices contains nuts .
Paneer Saag
Soft cubes of paneer cheese simmered in a creamy, vibrant spinach sauce, infused with a blend of aromatic spices.
Vegetable Korma
Creamy and mildly spiced dish consisting of assorted vegetables cooked in a rich cashew sauce, with a touch of cream.
Chana Masala
Hearty and flavorful dish made with chickpeas cooked in a spicy and tangy tomatobased sauce, infused with aromatic spices cumin, coriander, garam masala.
Tadka Dal
Comforting and nutritious dish consisting of lentils cooked until creamy, then tempered with aromatic spices such as cumin, mustard seeds, garlic, dried red chilies.
Paneer Tikka Masala
Grilled paneer cubes in a creamy tomatobased sauce infused with aromatic spices, creating a flavorful and popular vegetarian dish.
Plain Naan
Soft, fluffy leavened bread, perfect for pairing with any curry.
Garlic Naan
Soft, leavened bread topped with fresh garlic and cilantro.
Cucumber Raita
Cooling yogurt dip with cucumbers and spices.
Basmati Rice
Fragrant, longgrain rice cooked to perfection.
Tamarind Chutney
Chutney Made from tamarind pulp, enhanced with aromatic spices.
Mango Chutney
Tangy and sweet condiment infused with spices and mango.
Mango Lassi
Refreshing, creamy yogurt drink blended with sweet mangoes.
