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Atul Kochhar’s Award-Winning Fine Dining with Pan-indian Dishes

A variety of menus feature Atul Kochhar’s award-winning fine dining with pan-Indian dishes discovered by the chef on his extensive travels across the Indian sub-continent, re-interpreted in his inimitable style with modern European flourishes and techniques with dishes suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

  • A La Carte

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    APPETISERS

    MAKALI FRY
    Crispy fried squid rings with chilli and lime dressing
    £11.95
    JALPARI (d)
    Hand dived pan-seared scallops, cauliflower, cauliflower pickle
    £17.95
    TANGRA CHILLI PRAWNS (cr,so,gl)
    Kolkata inspired batter-fried king prawns, peppers, spring onions, chilli garlic sauce
    £15.75
    KHASTA MURG (d,gl)
    Atul’s signature chicken tikka pie with mixed berry compote
    £12.95
    GILAFI LAMB SEEKH KEBAB (d)
    Fine spiced minced lamb coated with peppers, onions and feta cheese skewered in the tandoor
    £13.95
    DUCK KEEMA PAO (d,gl)
    Spiced Gressingham duck mince slow cooked with whole spices, served with bun maska and kachumber salad
    £16.95
    MURG TIRANGA (d)
    Lehsuni malai tikka, Punjabi murg tikka, chicken 65
    £13.45
    TANDOORI RATTAN (d,cr)
    An assortment of signature kebabs: chargrilled king prawn, lamb chop and lehsuni malai tikka
    £20.45
    SUBZ KA KHAZANA (d)
    Achari paneer tikka, broccoli malai tikka, parmesan shavings
    £12.75
    TOKRI CHAAT (d) ⓥ
    Regal street food, straw potato basket, sweet potato and broad beans chaat, splashed with mint and tamarind chutney, sweet yoghurt, Mumbai Sev and fresh pomegranate
    £12.45

    MAIN COURSES

    ESSENCE KEBAB PLATTER (d,cr,mu)
    A selection of kebabs: chargrilled nilgiri king prawn, lamb chop, mustard salmon, lehsuni malai tikka and Punjabi chicken tikka with baby leaf salad
    £27.95
    TANDOORI NIMBU JHINGA (d,cr)
    Tandoori grilled king prawns marinated with fresh mint, coriander baby spinach and kafir lime, grape and citrus salad
    £24.95
    KUZHAMBU SEAFOOD CURRY (cr,m,d)
    Pan-seared king prawns, sea bass, scallop, mussels and asparagus served with an aromatic kuzhambu sauce with fresh tomatoes and coconut
    £25.75
    MONK FISH NIHARI (d
    Chargrilled Cornish monk fish tail, marinated with saffron, hung curd & fresh green peppercorn, nihari broth, caramelised onion ring
    £25.75
    VENISON TAAR KORMA (d)
    Best cuts of venison cooked with an aromatic rampuri taar korma sauce
    £25.95
    STEAK MADRAS (d,mu)
    Chargrilled Angus fillet steak, with beef Madras curry, gunpowder chips
    £29.95
    TANDOORI MURG (d)
    Chargrilled half spring chicken, mace and dried chillies marinade, roast baby potatoes, makhni sauce
    £19.45
    DHUNGAR LAMB SHANK ROGAN JOSH
    A delectable lamb shank cooked in a brown onion gravy with saffron, sundried ginger and fennel
    £24.95
    ELAICHI BHUNA GOSHT
    Boneless leg of kid goat cooked with onions, peppercorn, cardamom – A Nawab Lucknowi speciality
    £24.45
    CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA (d)
    Chargrilled chicken tikka in a creamed tomato-onion sauce tinged with fenugreek
    £18.95
    CHICKEN DOPIAZA (d)
    Chargrilled chicken supreme , aromatic dopiaza sauce with roscoff onion and charred spring onions
    £19.75
    PHALDARI KOFTA (d,n)
    Vegetable dumplings stuffed with assorted dried fruits and wild ginger, Awadhi korma sauce
    £16.95
    BHARWAN COURGETTES ⓥ
    Courgettes stuffed with a melange of garden fresh vegetables, Benarasi sauce
    £16.95

    VEGETABLES

    PANEER KADAI (d)
    Cottage cheese batons cooked in a fragrant tomato-onion sauce with mixed bell pepper
    £8.95
    SAAG MAKAI (d)
    Creamed spinach with baby corn, tempered with garlic
    £8.45
    ACHARI BHINDI ⓥ
    Fresh okra, red onions, dry pickle spices, fresh tomatoes
    £8.95
    BAINGAN PEPPER FRY (mu) ⓥ
    Baby aubergine, crushed peppercorn, mustard seeds and onion masala
    £9.95
    DAL MAKHNI (d)
    Speciality of the house
    £8.95
    DAL PANCHAMEL ⓥ
    A melange of five lentils cooked to perfection – A Rajasthan speciality
    £8.95
    URULAI ROAST ALOO (mu) ⓥ
    Spiced baby potatoes cooked in a podi masala with roasted lentils, dried red chillies
    £8.45
    PUNJABI CHOLE (mu) ⓥ
    Spiced chickpeas and potatoes cooked in an aromatic onion-tomato masala tinged with caraway seeds
    £8.95

    RICE AND BREAD

    SADE CHAWAL
    £4.95
    JEERA PULAO
    £5.75
    LEMON RICE ⓥ
    £5.95
    GOSHT KI BIRYANI (d)
    Tender pieces of lamb, cooked with saffron basmati rice, served with salan and raita
    £24.75
    KOLKATA CHICKEN BIRYANI (d,e,gl)
    The famous Kolkata inspired chicken biryani cooked with masala potatoes, spiced boiled egg served with salan and raita
    £22.75
    VEGETABLE BIRYANI
    A melange of vegetables, cottage cheese cooked Awadhi style served with salan and raita
    £19.95
    TANDOOR ROTI (gl) ⓥ
    £4.95
    TANDOORI NAAN (d,e,gl)
    £5.25
    PESHAWARI NAAN (d,e,n,gl)
    £5.95
    LACHHA PARATHA (d,gl)
    £5.95
    KEEMA NAAN (d,gl,e)
    £5.95
    CHEESE NAAN (d,gl,e)
    £5.95
    GARLIC NAAN (d,gl,e)
    £5.95
    BREAD BASKET (d,gl,e,n)
    £14.95
    BOONDI RAITA OR SADA DAHI (d,gl)
    £5.95
    PUNJABI SALAD
    £5.45
    PAPAD
    Assorted papad with three homemade chutneys
    £5.95
    .
    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans, (M)- Mussels (D)-Dairy, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N)-Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V)-Vegan, (c)-Celery Despite our best efforts and whilst we have strict controls in place, our food and drink is prepared in areas where cross contamination may occur, and therefore, we are unable to guarantee that our dishes are free from any allergens. Not all ingredients are listed in each dish, please inform your server of any allergies, or dietary requirements. All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% willl be added to your bill

  • Dinner Menu

    2 Courses £32.95
    3 Courses £36.95

    Add a glass of wine or pint of cobra £7
    Available Sunday-Wednesday, 5.30pm – 10pm
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    Amuse Bouche

    Appetisers (choose one)

    Makali Fry
    Crispy fried squid with chilli and lime dressing
    Tangra Chilli Prawns (cr,so,e,gl)
    Kolkata inspired batter fried king prawns, peppers, spring onions, chilli garlic sauce
    Khasta Murg (d,gl)
    Atul’s signature chicken tikka pie with spiced berry compote
    Gilafi Lamb Seekh Kebab (d)
    Fine spiced minced lamb coated with peppers and onions skewered in the tandoor
    Samosa Chole Chaat (d,gl,v)
    Crispy vegetable parcels, spiced chickpeas, splashed with sweet yoghurt, mint and tamarind chutneys, Mumbai sev
    Additional Nibbles £4.95 each
    Onion Bhajiya (v) | Chicken 65 | Hariyali Chicken Tikka (d)

    Mains (choose one)

    Essence Kebab Platter (d,cr,mu)
    An assortment of lamb chop, lime scented king prawn, lehsuni malai tikka, amritsari murg tikka, mustard salmon, apple and corn salad ( £6 supplement)
    Amritsari Tandoori Murg (d)
    Chargrilled half a spring chicken, mace and cinnamon marinade, makhni sauce
    Methi Gosht (d)
    Best cuts of leg of lamb cooked with fresh baby spinach, fenugreek tinged with ginger
    Kuzhambu Seafood Curry (cr,mu,m,d)
    Pan-seared king prawns, sea bass, mussels and grilled asparagus in an aromatic fresh tomatoes and coconut sauce
    Essence Makhmali Kofta (d,n)
    Vegetable dumplings stuffed with baby spinach and cottage cheese, Awadhi sauce
    Mains are served with chef’s choice of vegetable and saffron pulao
    Choice of Breads £4.50 each
    Plain | Garlic | Peshawari Naan |Tandoori Roti | Pudina Paratha

    Dessert (choose one)

    Apricot Pudding (d,e)
    stem ginger turmeric ice cream, apricot sauce
    Dark Chocolate Fondant (d,e,so)
    cocoa nib crunch, orange curd ice cream
    Passion Fruit Mousse (d,e)
    chocolate shell, passion fruit sorbet
    Choice of Ice Cream
    orange curd (d) | turmeric and stem ginger (d)
    .
    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans, (M)-Mussels (D)-Dairy, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N)-Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V)-Vegan All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% willl be added to your bill.

  • Tasting Menus

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    TASTING MENU

    £76.95 + Wine Pairing £49.95
    Tokri Chaat (d)
    Regal street food, straw potato basket, sweet potato and broad beans chaat, splashed with mint and tamarind chutney, sweet yoghurt, Mumbai sev and fresh pomegranate
    Jalpari
    Hand dived pan-seared scallops, textures of water chestnut and truffle
    Chapel Down Brut Reserve, Kent, England
    Monk Fish Nihari (d)
    Chargrilled Cornish monk fish tail, nihari broth, caramelised onion ring
    Riesling, Scheifer, Steillage, Mosel, Germany
    Exotic Sorbet
    Chicken Dopiaza (d)
    Chargrilled chicken supreme, aromatic dopiaza sauce, with roscoff onion and charred spring onions, lemon rice
    Pinot Noir, Wildsong Organic, New Zealand

    Or
    Venison Taar Korma (d) (£10 Supplement)
    Best cuts of venison cooked with an aromatic Rampuri taar korma sauce
    Primitivo di Manduria ‘Talò’, Italy
    Textures of Lamb (d,mu,gl,e)
    Fennel scented lamb chop, elaichi bhuna gosht, garlic naan
    Rioja Reserva, Monte Real, Spain
    Dessert Platter Chef’s Choice
    Royal Tokaji, Late Harvest, Hungary

    PESCATARIAN TASTING MENU

    £76.95 + Wine Pairing £49.95
    Tokri Chaat (d)
    Regal street food, straw potato basket, sweet potato and broad beans chaat, splashed with mint and tamarind chutney, sweet yoghurt, Mumbai sev and fresh pomegranate
    Jalpari
    Hand dived pan-seared scallops, textures of cauliflower, cauliflower pickle
    Chapel Down Brut Reserve, Kent, England
    Tangra Chilli Prawns (gl,cr,so,e)
    Kolkata inspired king prawns batter-fried with peppers, spring onions, chilli garlic sauce
    Sancerre Rose, Domaine Les Chaumes, France
    Exotic Sorbet
    Kuzhambu Seafood Curry (cr,m,d)
    Pan seared king prawns, sea bass, scallop, mussels and asparagus with kuzhambu sauce with fresh tomatoes and coconut
    Albariño, ‘Genio y Figura’, Spain
    Monk fish Nihari (d)
    Chargrilled Cornish monk fish tail, marinated with saffron, hung curd & fresh green peppercorn, nihari broth, caramelised onion ring
    Riesling, Scheifer, Steillage, Mosel, Germany
    Dessert Platter Chef’s Choice
    Royal Tokaji, Late Harvest, Hungary

    VEGETARIAN TASTING MENU

    £76.95 + Wine Pairing £49.95
    Tokri Chaat (d)
    Regal street food, straw potato basket, sweet potato and broad beans chaat, splashes with mint and tamarind chutney, sweet yoghurt, Mumbai sev and fresh pomegranate
    Textures of Cauliflower and Broccoli (d)
    Chargrilled cauliflower florets and broccoli marinated in fresh cream, hung yoghurt, parmesan shavings
    Chapel Down Brut Reserve, Kent, England
    Achari Paneer Tikka Tawa Masala (d,mu)
    Chargrilled cottage cheese batons marinated in pickle spices, served in a rich tomato-onion sauce
    Albariño, ‘Genio y Figura’, Spain
    Exotic Sorbet
    Bharwan Courgettes
    Courgettes stuffed with a melange of garden fresh vegetables, Benarasi sauce, tamarind rice
    Pinot Noir, Wildsong Organic, New Zealand
    Essence Makhmali Kofta (d,n)
    Vegetable dumplings stuffed with spiced baby spinach and cottage cheese, Awadhi korma sauce
    Primitivo di Manduria ‘Talò’, Italy
    Dessert Platter Chef’s Choice
    Royal Tokaji, Late Harvest, Hungary

    VEGAN TASTING MENU

    £76.95 + Wine Pairing £49.95
    AMUSE BOUCHE
    Chef’s choice
    Tokri Chaat
    Regal street food, straw potato basket, sweet potato and broad beans chaat, splashed with tamarind chutney, Mumbai sev and fresh pomegranate
    Chapel Down Brut Reserve, Kent, England
    Aloo Tikki Chole Chaat
    Cumin scented potato cake, spiced chickpeas, tamarind chutney, Mumbai sev, pomegranate
    Chardonnay, Kingstone Estate, Australia
    Exotic Sorbet
    Bharwan Courgettes
    Courgettes stuffed with a melange of garden fresh vegetables, Benarasi sauce, tamarind rice
    Pinot Noir, Wildsong Organic, New Zealand
    Baingan Pepper Fry (mu)
    Baby aubergine, crushed peppercorn, mustard seeds and onion masala
    Primitivo di Manduria ‘Talò’, Italy
    Dessert Platter Chef’s Choice
    Royal Tokaji, Late Harvest, Hungary
    Royal Tokaji, Late Harvest, Hungary
    .
    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans, (M)-Mussels (D)-Dairy, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N) Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V)-Vegan Despite our best efforts and whilst we have strict controls in place, our food and drink is prepared in areas where cross contamination may occur, and therefore, we are unable to guarantee that our dishes are free from any allergens. Not all ingredients are listed in each dish, please inform your server of any allergies, or dietary requirements. All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill.

  • Weekday Lunch Menu

    2 Courses £24 | 3 courses £28
    Monday to Friday 12:00 pm – 2:45 pm
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    STARTERS

    Punjabi Samosa Chaat (d,gl) ⓥ
    Crispy vegetable parcels, splash of chutneys, Mumbai Sev, fresh pomegranate
    Makali Fry
    Crispy fried squid with chilli and lime dressing
    Gilafi Lamb Seekh Kebab (d)
    Fine spiced minced lamb coated with peppers, onions, feta cheese crumble skewered in the tandoor
    Murg Do Tarike (d)
    An assortment of lehsuni malai tikka, Punjabi murg ka tikka and baby leaf salad

    Mains

    Butter Chicken (d)
    Chargrilled chicken supreme, creamed tomato-onion sauce
    Sri Lankan Lamb Sukka (mu,gl)
    Diced leg of lamb cooked with onions, curry leaves, peppercorns, served with Malabar paratha
    Fish Khuzhambu (d)
    Pan-seared sea bass, beetroot and potato mash, fresh coconut and tomato sauce
    Makhmali Shahi Kofta (d,n)
    Vegetable dumplings stuffed with spiced baby spinach and cottage cheese and Awadhi korma sauce
    All mains are served with Chef’s choice of vegetables and jeera pulao
    Breads £4.5 Each (d,e,gl) (n)
    Naan • Garlic naan • Tandoori roti • Chicken kulcha • Peshwari naan
    Additional Nibbles £4.5 Each
    Samosa chaat (gl,d) • Onion bhaji (d)

    Desserts

    Chocolate Samosa (d,gl)
    Cocoa nibs, orange curd ice-cream
    Date Pudding (d,n)
    Stem ginger ice cream, toffee sauce
    Pineapple Parfait (d)
    Charred pineapple and honeycomb ice cream
    .
    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans, (M)-Mussels (D)-Dairy, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N)-Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V) Vegan Despite our best efforts and whilst we have strict controls in place, our food and drink is prepared in areas where cross contamination may occur, and therefore, we are unable to guarantee that our dishes are free from any allergens. Not all ingredients are listed in each dish, please inform your server of any allergies, or dietary requirements. All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to your bill.

  • Live at the Pantiles Menu

    2 courses – £44 pp
    3 courses – £48 pp
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    Tandoori Pineapple with Burrata Snow
    Chargrilled caramelised pineapple, burrata powder, chilli-lime salt

    APPETISERS( CHOOSE ONE)

    Seafood Fritto Misto (cr,d)
    Crispy fried king prawns & squid with spiced sriracha mayonnaise
    Tandoori Rattan (d,cr) ( £6 Supplement)
    As assortment of our signature kebabs: lime scented king prawns, lamb chop and chicken hariyali tikka
    Tangra Chilli Chicken (so,gl,e)
    Kolkata-inspired batter fried chicken, peppers, spring onions, chilli garlic sauce
    Gilafi Lamb Seekh Kebab (d)
    Fine spiced minced lamb coated with peppers & onions skewered in the tandoor
    Punjabi Samosa Chaat (d,gl)
    Crispy vegetable parcels, served with white peas, splashed with sweet yoghurt, mint & tamarind chutneys, Mumbai sev

    MAINS (CHOOSE ONE)

    Malabar Seafood Curry (cr,m) ( £5 supplement)
    King prawns, fresh fish (catch of the day), scallops and grilled asparagus served with a delicately spiced silky Malabar curry with curry leaves, fresh coconut and coastal roasted herbs
    Zaffrani Chicken (d)
    Chargrilled supreme of chicken stuffed with baby spinach, cheese and wild garlic, in an aromatic creamy tomato-onion sauce tinged with fenugreek
    Kolkata Lamb Biryani (d,gl,e)
    Best cuts of lamb leg dum cooked with aromatic basmati rice, brown onions and whole spices with masala egg and potatoes, served with a salan and cucumber raita
    Sri Lankan Duck Sukka (mu)
    Best cuts of Gressingham Duck leg cooked with shallots, curry leaves, crushed peppercorns and coastal spices
    Gobi Musallam (d,n)
    Chargrilled baby cauliflower cooked in a rich creamy and tangy Mughlai gravy – A royal delicacy
    Main course is served with saag makai (d), saffron pulao, garlic coriander naan (d,gl,e)

    DESSERT

    Alphonso Mango Kulfi
    with Mango Coulis
    .
    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans, (M)-Mussels (D)-Dairy, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N)-Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V) Vegan

    Despite our best efforts and whilst we have strict controls in place, our food and drink is prepared in areas where cross contamination may occur, and therefore, we are unable to guarantee that our dishes are free from any allergens. Not all ingredients are listed in each dish, please inform your server of any allergies, or dietary requirements.

    All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to your bill.

  • Weekend Lunch Menu

    2 Courses £30 | 3 courses £34
    Available Saturday and Sunday lunchtime, 12 – 3:30pm
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    STARTERS

    Punjabi Samosa Chaat (d.gl) ⓥ
    Crispy vegetable parcels, splash of chutneys, Mumbai sev, fresh pomegranate
    Tangra Chilli Prawn (cr,so,gl)
    Kolkata inspired batter-fried king prawns, peppers, spring onions, chilli garlic sauce
    Tandoori Rattan (£6 supplement) (cr,d)
    An assortment of tandoori prawn, lamb chop and malai tikka
    Khasta Murg (gl,d)
    Atul’s signature dish chicken tikka pie with mixed berry chutney
    Gilafi Lamb Seekh Kebab (d)
    Fine spiced minced lamb coated with peppers, onions, feta cheese skewered in the tandoor
    Venison Keema Pao (d,gl)
    Spiced venison mince, slow cooked with whole spices, bun maska, kachumber salad

    Mains

    Kuzhambu Seafood Curry (cr,mu,d)
    Pan-seared king prawns, sea bass, scallop, mussels and asparagus with kuzhambu sauce fresh tomatoes, coconut
    Tandoori Murg (d)
    Chargrilled half spring chicken, mace and dried chillies marinade, roast baby potatoes, makhni sauce
    Gosht Ki Biryani (d,gl)
    Tender pieces of lamb, cooked with saffron basmati rice, served with salan and raita
    Steak Madras (£9 supplement) (d,mu)
    Chargrilled Angus fillet steak, with beef Madras curry, gunpowder chips
    Bharwan Courgettes ⓥ
    Courgettes stuffed with a melange of garden fresh vegetables, benarasi sauce
    All mains are served with Chef’s choice of vegetable and saffron pulao
    Breads (d,e,gl) | Additional Nibbles £4.50 Each
    Naan • Garlic naan • Tandoori roti • Chicken kulcha • Peshwari naan (n) • Samosa chaat (gl) • Onion bhaji (d) • Crispy squid

    Desserts

    Pineapple Parfait (d)
    Honeycomb ice cream
    Date Pudding (d,n,gl)
    Stem ginger ice cream, toffee sauce
    Chocolate Fondant (d)
    Orange curd ice cream
    Kulfi falooda (d,n)
    .
    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans, (M)-Mussels (D)-Dairy, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N)-Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V)-Vegan Despite our best efforts and whilst we have strict controls in place, our food and drink is prepared in areas where cross contamination may occur, and therefore, we are unable to guarantee that our dishes are free from any allergens. Not all ingredients are listed in each dish, please inform your server of any allergies, or dietary requirements. All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill.

  • Children’s Menu

    £14.95 per child (under 11’s)
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    STARTER

    Vegetable Mini Samosa Chaat (d,gl)
    Drizzled with tamarind chutney and yoghurt, Mumbai sev, fresh pomegranate

    MAIN COURSE

    (please choose one)
    Prawn Manga Charu
    Pan-seared king prawns cooked in a mild, flavoursome raw mango and coconut sauce
    Essence Fish and Chips
    Battered fried fish with thick-cut chips served with garlic mayo
    Duo of Chicken (d)
    An assortment of murg malai tikka and chicken hariyali tikka
    Paneer Makhni (d)
    Batons of cottage cheese in a creamy tomato-onion sauce tinged with fenugreek
    All main courses are served with plain rice, plain naan and zesty salad (excluding Fish and Chips)

    DESSERTS

    (please choose one)
    Hot Chocolate Brownie
    Vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce

    Or
    Essence Special Sundae
    Chefs favourite creative dessert for the little ones
    .
    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans, (M)-Mussels (D)-Dairy, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N)-Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V) Vegan

    Dishes are subject to availability. Please alert our staff if you have any food allergies before you order your food and drink.

    All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to your bill.

  • Party Menus

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    MAHARANI MENU

    Lunch £49.95 | Dinner £57.95
    Minimum order 4 persons

    Appetisers

    Amuse Bouche
    Chef’s choice
    Achari Paneer Tikka (d,mu)
    Paneer tikka marinated in pickle spices, caramelised onions and peppers
    Broccoli Malai Tikka (d)
    Chargrilled broccoli florets, fresh cream, hung curd, wild garlic, parmesan shavings
    Tokri Chaat (d)
    Regal street food, straw potato basket, sweet potato and broad beans chaat, splashed with mint and tamarind chutney, sweet yoghurt, Mumbai sev and fresh pomegranate

    Mains

    Paneer Kadai (d)
    Cottage cheese batons cooked in a fragrant tomato-onion sauce with mixed bell peppers
    Essence Makhmali Kofta (d,n)
    Vegetable dumplings stuffed with spiced baby spinach and cottage cheese, awadhi korma sauce
    Main course is served with uruli potato roast, dal makhani, jeera pulao and assorted bread basket (d,e,gl,n)

    Dessert

    Dark Chocolate Delice (d)
    Cocoa nibs, orange curd ice cream

    YUVRAJ MENU

    Lunch £49.95 | Dinner £57.95
    Minimum order 4 persons
    Amuse Bouche
    Chef’s choice

    Appetisers

    Punjabi Murg Tikka (d)
    Chicken supreme marinated with dried red chillies, hung curd, and fenugreek
    Tandoori Machhli (mu)
    Tandoori mustard salmon infused with dill leaves
    Lamb Seekh Kebab (d)
    Fine spiced minced lamb skewered in the tandoor

    Mains

    Dilli Ka Chicken Tikka Masala
    Tandoori chicken tikka cooked in a creamed tomato and fenugreek sauce
    Elaichi Bhuna Gosht
    Boneless leg of kid goat cooked with onions, peppercorn, cardamom – A Nawab Lucknowi speciality
    Main course is served with saag makai (d), urulai roast aloo (mu), jeera pulao, assorted bread basket (d,gl,e,n) salad and raita (d)

    Dessert

    Dark chocolate delice
    Cocoa nibs, orange curd ice cream

    SHAHI MAHARAJA MENU

    Lunch £58.95 | Dinner £68.95
    Minimum order 4 persons
    Amuse Bouche
    Tangra Chilli Prawns (cr,so,e,gl)
    Kolkata inspired king prawns, peppers, spring onions, chilli garlic sauce
    Punjabi Murg Tikka (d)
    Chicken supreme marinated with dried red chillies, hung curd, and fenugreek
    Tandoori Lamb Chop (d)
    Fennel scented lamb chop – Essence signature grill
    Mustard Salmon (mu)
    Chargrilled salmon marinated with mustard and dill
    Exotic Sorbet
    Chicken Dopiaza (d)
    Chargrilled chicken supreme, aromatic dopiaza sauce with roscoff onion and charred spring onions
    Dhungar Lamb Rogan Josh
    Boneless leg of lamb cooked in a brown onion gravy with saffron, sun-dried ginger and fennel
    Main course is served with urulai roast aloo (mu), saag makai (d), jeera pulao, assorted bread basket (d,gl,e,n) salad and raita (d)
    Chef’s Special Platter
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    Despite our best efforts and whilst we have strict controls in place, our food and drink is prepared in areas where cross contamination may occur, and therefore, we are unable to guarantee that our dishes are free from any allergens. Not all ingredients are listed in each dish, please inform your server of any allergies, or dietary requirements.

    All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill.

    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans, (M)-Mussels (D)-Dairy, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N)-Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V)-Vegan

  • Desserts

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    Chocolate fondant (d, e)
    Molten chocolate cake, cocoa nib crunch, orange curd ice cream
    £9
    Frozen Yoghurt Gulkand Ice Cream (d,n)
    Frozen sweetened yoghurt, fermented rose ice cream
    £9
    Chandrakala (d,gl)
    Saffron pastry stuffed with mixed dried fruits, burnt ghee ice cream with cardamom milk
    £9
    Apricot Pudding (d,e)
    Stem ginger turmeric ice cream, apricot sauce
    £9
    Passion Fruit Mousse (d,e)
    Chocolate shell, passion fruit sorbet
    £9
    Kulfi falooda (d, gl, n)
    Saffron rabdi, rose falooda
    £9
    Choice of Ice Creams (d,e)
    Turmeric ginger, burnt ghee, orange curd
    £8.50
    Seasonal Sorbet
    Passion fruit, coconut, raspberry
    £8.50

    DESSERT WINES 75ML

    Chenin blanc, Baumard Carte d’Or, France 2013
    £9
    Royal Tokaji, Late Harvest, Hungary 2018
    £10

    PORT 75ML

    LBV, Taylors 2011
    £11
    Smith Woodhouse Vintage Port 2011
    £19.5
    LIQUEURS 50ML
    £8

    COGNAC AND ARMAGNAC 50 ML

    Hennessy VS
    £11
    Remy Martin VSOP
    £14
    Baron de Sigognac 10yo
    £15
    Seven Tails XO
    £16
    Hennessey XO
    £38
    Espresso Martini
    Vanilla vodka, Kahlúa, coffee
    £13.5
    Chocolate Martini
    Vanilla vodka and chocolate liqueur
    £13.5
    Floater Liqueur Coffee
    Baileys, Jameson Whiskey, brandy
    £10
    Coffee – 100% arabica coffee beans Italian single estate
    Espresso • Americano • Cappuccino • Latte • Flat White
    £4.95
    Chai
    Masala Chai Tea (made the traditional way)
    Green Tea • Assam • English Breakfast • Darjeeling Fresh Mint • Earl Grey
    £4.75
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    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans, (M)-Mussels (D)-Dairy, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N)-Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V) Vegan All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% willl be added to your bill.
HOURS

Open seven days per week

Monday to Thursday
Lunch: 12 noon – 2.30 pm
Dinner: 5.30 pm – 10.00 pm

Friday
12 noon – 2.30 pm
5.30 pm -10.30 pm

Saturday
12 noon – 10.30 pm

Sunday
12 noon – 2.30 pm
5.30 pm to 9.00 pm

CONTACT

01892 362 332
info@essencerestaurants.co.uk

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Essence by Atul Kochhar
62-64 The Pantiles
Tunbridge Wells
Kent TN2 5TN

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01892 362 332
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