Masala Desi Cafe - Burlingame
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Starters

Veg Samosa (2 pcs)
$ 6.95
Crispy vegetable turnovers with flavored potato and peas filling, served with chutneys. Allergy Indicators: Gluten
Masala Fries
$ 6.95
Marinated sliced potato wedges with peel, fired and sprinkled with Indian spices. Allergy Indicators: Gluten
Samosa Chaat
$ 10.95
Mashed Samosa served with spicy garbanzo beans, chutneys, onions and yogurt. Allergy Indicators: Gluten, Dairy
Aloo Tikki Chaat
$ 10.95
Alu Tikki Paties topped with spicy garbanzo beans, chutneys, onions and yogurt
Chili Paneer
$ 11.95
Paneer cubes marinated with Indian spices, deep fried and tossed with a spicy sauce and peppers & onions. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, Gluten
Gobi Manchurian
$ 11.95
Cauliflower florets marinated with Indian spices and deep fried. Allergy Indicators: Gluten
Chili Idli
$ 11.95
Idli pieces tossed in taw with Indian spices and topped with special masala podi (powder) and chopped onion.
Chicken 65
$ 12.95
Slightly battered boneless chicken cubes tossed in yogurt sauce flavored with spices and curry leaves. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, Gluten
Chicken Malai Kabob
$ 15.95
Chicken breast chunks marinated with yogurt and masala overnight and cooked in clay oven. Allergy Indicators: Dairy
Chicken Tikka Kabob
$ 15.95
Chicken breast chunks marinated with Tikka masala overnight and cooked in clay oven.
Tandoori Chicken
$ 13.95
Bone-in Chicken Leg meat marinated overnight and cooked in clay oven. Allergy Indicators: Dairy

Dosa & Idli

Idli
$ 10.95
Steamed rice and lentil cake accompanied with sambar, and chutneys served steaming hot.
Plain Dosa
$ 12.95
South Indian crpe delicacy made from a fermented rice and black gram batter served with chutneys and sambar.
Masala Dosa
$ 14.95
Dosa stuffed with flavored mashed potatoes and served with chutneys and sambar. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, Nuts
Rolled Dosa
$ 15.95
Dosa Stuffed with selected option, rolled and cut in to pieces, and served with chutneys and sambar. Allergy Indicators: Dairy (paneer option)
Sponge Dosa (Uttapam)
$ 14.95
Slightly thicker, pancake-style variation of the Dosa topped with onions, tomato, green chillies and served with chutneys and Sambar.

Curries

Butter Chicken Curry
$ 16.95
Tandoori chicken pieces pulled off the bone cooked in a luscious blend of cream and tomato sauce. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, Nuts
Andhra Chicken Curry
$ 16.95
Cubes of succulent chicken cooked in a traditional brown gravy with herbs and spices. Allergy Indicators: Nuts
Chicken Tikka Masala
$ 16.95
Chicken breast cubes tandoori oven roasted and cooked in a luscious blend of cream and tomato sauce. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, Nuts
Lamb Curry
$ 18.95
Boneless Lamb chunks cooked in curry sauce with aromatic spices. Allergy Indicators: Nuts
Lamb Rogan Josh Curry
$ 18.95
Boneless Lamb chunks cooked with a gravy based on tomato, browned onions, yogurt garlic ginger and aromatic spices. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, Nuts
Goat Curry
$ 18.95
Succulent cut of bone in Goat pieces cooked in the traditional rich curry sauce.
Paneer Butter Masala Curry
$ 16.95
Indian cottage cheese cubes cooked in tomato and creamy sauce. Also called as Paneer Makhani. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, Nuts
Veg Korma Curry
$ 15.95
Assorted Vegetables cooked in a creamy coconut sauce with spices.
Palak Paneer Curry
$ 15.95
Spinach cooked in low flame with spices until consistency and add Paneer/Potato/Chana based on your selection. Allergy Indicators: Dairy only if you select Paneer
Dal Makhani Curry
$ 14.95
Creamed lentils slow cooked and flavored with fresh ginger, garlic and rich blend of herbs and spices. Allergy Indicators: Dairy
Chana Masala Curry
$ 13.95
Garbanzo Beans cooked with finely chopped tomatoes and onions with Indian spices.

Breads

Plain Naan
$ 2.95
Leavened wheat flour dough flattened and baked in the oven. Allergy Indicators: Gluten
Butter Naan
$ 3.45
Leavened wheat flour dough flattened, baked in oven and topped with butter. Allergy Indicators: Gluten, Dairy
Garlic Naan
$ 4.95
Leavened wheat flour dough flattened, topped with chopped garlic and baked in the oven. Allergy Indicators: Gluten, Dairy
Garlic Cheese Naan
$ 5.45
Traditional Naan stuffed with cheese, topped with Garlic and baked in the oven. Allergy Indicators: Gluten, Dairy
Onion Kulcha
$ 4.95
Traditional Naan stuffed with finely chopped onions and baked in oven. Allergy Indicators: Gluten
Tandoori Roti
$ 3.95
Unleavened whole wheat flatbread baked in the oven. Allergy Indicators: Gluten

Biryani & Rice

Basmati Rice
$ 3.95
Steamed basmati rice
Goat Biryani
$ 19.95
Succulent Goat pieces with bone cooked in curry sauce and mixed with flavored basmati rice. Served with raita and salan. Allergy Indicators: Dairy
Lamb Biryani
$ 18.95
Boneless shoulder lamb pieces cooked curry sauce and mixed with flavored basmati rice. Served with raita and salan. Allergy Indicators: Dairy
Chicken Biryani
$ 16.95
Boneless Chicken pieces marinated, tossed in curry sauce flavored with spices and mixed with flavored basmati rice. Served with raita and salan. Allergy Indicators: Dairy
Paneer Biryani
$ 13.95
Paneer cubes marinated, tossed in curry sauce flavored with spices and mixed with flavored basmati rice. Served with raita and salan. Allergy Indicators: Dairy
Veg Biryani
$ 12.95
Fresh cut vegetables marinated with special spices tossed in curry sauce flavored with spices and mixed with flavored basmati rice.

Lunch Combo

Chana Masala Thali
$ 15.95
Garbanzo Beans cooked with finely chopped tomatoes and onions with Indian spices.Meals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.
Dal Makhani Thali
$ 15.95
Creamed lentils slow cooked and flavored with fresh ginger, garlic and rich blend of herbs and spices. Allergy Indicators: DairyMeals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.
Goat Curry Thali
$ 18.95
Succulent cut of bone in Goat pieces cooked in the traditional rich curry sauce. Allergy Indicators: NutsMeals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.
Andhra Chicken Thali
$ 16.95
Cubes of succulent chicken cooked in a traditional brown gravy with herbs and spices. Allergy Indicators: NutsMeals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.
Butter Chicken Thali
$ 16.95
Tandoori chicken pieces pulled off the bone cooked in a luscious blend of cream and tomato sauce. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, NutsMeals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.
Chicken Tikka Masala Thali
$ 16.95
Chicken breast cubes tandoori oven roasted and cooked in a luscious blend of cream and tomato sauce. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, NutsMeals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.
Lamb Curry Thali
$ 18.95
Boneless Lamb chunks cooked in curry sauce with aromatic spices. Allergy Indicators: NutsMeals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.
Lamb Rogan Josh Thali
$ 18.95
Boneless Lamb chunks cooked with a gravy based on tomato, browned onions, yogurt garlic ginger and aromatic spices. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, NutsMeals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.
Palak Paneer Thali
$ 15.95
Spinach cooked in low flame with spices until consistency and add Paneer/Potato/Chana based on your selection. Allergy Indicators: DairyMeals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.
Paneer Butter Masala Thali
$ 15.95
Indian cottage cheese cubes cooked in tomato and creamy sauce. Also called as Paneer Makhani. Allergy Indicators: Dairy, NutsMeals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.
Veg Korma Thali
$ 14.95
Assorted Vegetables cooked in a creamy coconut sauce with spices.Meals/Thali includes Selected Curry (8 oz), Rice (8 oz), Daal/Sambar (4 oz), Chana Masala (4 oz), and Cucumber Salad.

Desserts

Gulab Jamun
$ 5.95
Reduced spongy milk balls soaked in honey and syrup. Allergy Indicators: Dairy
Rasmalai
$ 6.95
Soft cottage cheese balls soaked in a rich milk sauce flavored with saffron and pistachio
Carrot Halwa
$ 5.95
Grated carrot pudding
Falooda
$ 8.95
A cold dairy drink made with thin noodles (vermicelli), milk, flavored syrup, sweet basil seeds, and ice cream.

Drinks

Masala Chai (Indian Tea)
$ 3.95
Madras Coffee
$ 3.95
Mango Lassi
$ 4.95
Masala Chaas
$ 4.95
Coffee Latte
$ 3.95
English Tea (Various Flavors)
$ 1.95
Coke
$ 1.95
Diet Coke
$ 1.95
Sprite
$ 1.95
Thums Up
$ 2.95
Indian Soft Drink (Strong Coke)
Limca
$ 2.95
Indian Soft Drink (Strong Sprite)
Sparkling Water
$ 3.95
Water Bottle
$ 1.95

Sides

Sambar (8 oz)
$ 3.95
Potato Masala (8 oz)
$ 3.95
Coconut & Tomato Chutneys
$ 1.95
Mint & Tamarind Chutneys
$ 1.95
Raita 8 oz
$ 2.95
Onions & Lime
$ 1.95

If you're craving an authentic taste of Indian cuisine, Masala Desi Cafe in Burlingame offers a menu that’s both diverse and exciting, perfect for anyone looking to dive into rich flavors and traditional recipes.

Start off with their Starters, where the crispy Veg Samosa (2 pieces) is a crowd favorite, alongside the bold Masala Fries that offer a spicy twist on a classic. For those who love vibrant, tangy flavors, the Samosa Chaat and Aloo Tikki Chaat are packed with the perfect balance of savory and sweet, while the Chili Paneer brings a smoky, spicy kick that’s sure to delight.

Their Dosa & Idli section is a treat for fans of South Indian dishes. The Plain Dosa is light and crispy, perfect when paired with a side of flavorful Sambar. For a more indulgent option, the Masala Dosa is stuffed with spiced potatoes, while the Rolled Dosa and Sponge Dosa (Uttapam) offer unique takes on this beloved dish. Pair them with the soft and pillowy Idli, an iconic rice cake that is a must-try.

In the Curries category, the Butter Chicken Curry is a smooth, creamy favorite, while the Andhra Chicken Curry packs a fiery punch. Meat lovers will savor the tender Lamb Curry and the aromatic Lamb Rogan Josh Curry. For a rich and hearty experience, the Chicken Tikka Masala is another winning choice.

Breads are an essential part of any meal here, and you can’t go wrong with the Plain Naan or the indulgent Butter Naan. If you’re feeling adventurous, try the Garlic Cheese Naan or the Onion Kulcha, which add layers of flavor to your meal.

For a complete experience, dive into their flavorful Biryani & Rice offerings, including the fragrant Goat Biryani or the flavorful Paneer Biryani for a vegetarian delight.

Finally, wrap up your meal with a traditional Gulab Jamun or refreshing Mango Lassi, and you’re in for an unforgettable experience.

Masala Desi Cafe - Burlingame

Experience the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine at Masala Desi Cafe in Burlingame, offering a range of traditional dishes such as veg samosas, masala dosa, and flavorful curries. With options for vegan and allergy-friendly dining, this cozy cafe provides a welcoming atmosphere for all. Visit us at 321 Primrose Rd Burlingame, CA 94010 or call (650) 343-4444 for delivery and takeout options.

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