• Indian Restaurant Tunbridge Wells Kent Menu Essence by Atul Kochhar
Menus

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

    APPETISERS
    MAKALI FRY

    Crispy fried squid rings with chilli and lime dressing

    £11.95
    JALPARI

    Hand dived pan-seared scallops, textures of water chestnut and truffle

    £17.95
    TANGRA CHILLI PRAWNS (cr,so,e,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
    WAGYU GALOUTI KEBAB (d)

    Grilled wagyu beef galouti kebab ,flaky Malabar paratha, mint chutney and micro herbs

    £19.45
    MURG TIRANGA (d)

    Trio of chicken: lehsuni malai tikka, tulsi ka tikka, chicken shammi kebab

    £13.45
    TANDOORI RATTAN (d,cr)

    An assortment of our 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, stuffed baby peppers

    £12.75
    RAJ KACHORI (d,gl) ⓥ

    Regal street food, large wheat bubble splashed with mint and tamarind chutney, yoghurt, sev and fresh pomegranate

    £12.45
    MAIN COURSES
    ESSENCE KEBAB PLATTER (d,cr,mu)

    A selection of kebabs: chargrilled king prawn, lamb chop, mustard salmon, lehsuni malai tikka and tulsi chicken tikka with baby leaf salad

    £27.95
    TANDOORI NIMBU JHINGA (d,cr)

    Tandoori grilled king prawns marinated with fresh red peppers, tangy smoked pepper salsa

    £24.95
    GOAN SEAFOOD CURRY (cr,mu,d)

    Pan seared king prawns, seabass, scallops, mussells and asparagus served with an aromatic goan curry with fresh tomatoes and coconut

    £25.75
    KERALA MEEN CURRY

    Kaffir lime scented chargrilled Atlantic cod, moilee sauce, tender broccolini

    £25.75
    HIRAN KI BOTI (d)

    Pan seared venison saddle, salt baked beetroot, beetroot chutney, jus

    £25.95
    STEAK TWO WAYS (d)

    Chargrilled angus fillet steak, sorpotel curry, gunpowder chips

    £29.95
    TANDOORI MURG (d)

    Chargrilled half spring chicken, mace and dried chillies marinade, roast baby potatoes, makhni sauce

    £19.45
    DAK BUNGALOW CURRY (d,gl)

    Pan-seared lamb rump curry, lamb samosa, masala roast potatoes

    £24.75
    PARSI LAMB SALLI BOTI (d)

    A delectable lamb shank cooked in a brown onion gravy with apricots and jaggery , garnished with straw potatoes-a great Parsi decilacy

    £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
    JAFFNA CHICKEN (d)

    Chicken supreme, coconut sauce with curry leaves and kokum, idiyappam

    £19.75
    PHALDARI KOFTA (d,n)

    Vegetable dumplings stuffed with spiced jungle berries, awadhi korma sauce

    £16.95
    BHARWAN COURGETTES ⓥ

    Courgettes stuffed with a melange of garden fresh vegetables, Benarasi sauce

    £16.95
    VEGETABLES
    PANEER METHI MALAI MATTAR (d)

    Paneer batons cooked in a fragrant sauce with fresh fenugreek, baby spinach and garden fresh green peas

    £8.95
    SAAG MAKAI (d)

    Creamed spinach with sweetcorn, tempered with garlic

    £8.45
    BHINDI DO PYAAZA ⓥ

    Fresh okra, red onions, dry mango powder, 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
    GUNPOWDER ALOO (mu) ⓥ

    Spiced baby potatoes cooked in a podi masala with roasted lentils, dried red chilles , sesame seeds

    £8.45
    PUNJABI CHOLE (mu) ⓥ

    Spiced chickpeas and potatoes cooked in an aromatic onion-tomato masala tinged with caraway seeds

    £8.95
    GREEN CHILLI PAKODA ⓥ

    Stuffed jalapeno, deep fried with spiced gram flour batter

    £6.95
    RICE AND BREAD
    SADE CHAWAL
    £4.95
    JEERA PULAO
    £5.75
    TAMARIND 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,mu,e)

    The famous Kolkata inspired chicken biryani cooked with masala potatoes, spiced boiled egg served with gravy 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
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    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans ,(D)-Diary, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N)-Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V) Vegan

    All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary service charge of 7.5% will be added to your bill.

    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.

  • Tasting Menus

    TASTING MENU

    £76.95 | + Wine Pairing £50

    Crispy Kale Chaat (d)

    Crispy kale, spiced chickpeas, splash of chutneys, Mumbai sev,
    fresh pomegranate

    Jalpari

    Hand dived pan-seared scallops, textures of water chestnut and truffle

    Chapel Down Brut Reserve, Kent, England
    Kerala Meen Curry (d)

    Kafir lime scented chargrilled Atlantic cod, moilee sauce, tender broccolini

    Riesling, Scheifer, Steillage, Mosel, Germany
    Seasonal Granita
    Sri Lankan Duck Sukka (d,gl,mu)

    Confit of duck cooked with onions, curry leaves, peppercorns, served with malabar paratha

    Malbec, Septima Obra, Argentina

    Or
    Jaffna Chicken (d)

    Chicken supreme, coconut sauce with curry leaves and kokum, idiyappam, tamarind rice

    Chardonnay, Kingstone Estate, Australia
    Hiran Ki Boti (d) (£10 Supplement)

    Pan-seared venison saddle, salt crusted kohlrabi, venison and juniper berries jus, garlic naan

    Primitivo di Manduria ‘Talò’, Italy

    Or
    Textures of Lamb (d,mu,gl,e)

    Fennel scented lamb chop, kosha mangsho, masala baby potatoes, garlic naan

    Rioja Reserva, Monte Real, Spain
    Dessert Platter Chef’s Choice
    Royal Tokaji, Late Harvest, Hungary
    PESCATARIAN TASTING MENU

    £76.95 | + Wine Pairing £50

    Crispy Kale Chaat (d)

    Crispy kale, spiced chickpeas, splash of chutneys, Mumbai sev, fresh pomegranate

    Jalpari

    Hand dived pan-seared scallops, parsnip puree, parsnip crisps

    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
    Seasonal Granita
    Goan Seafood Curry (cr,d,m)

    King prawns, sea bass and green mussels in a coconut and dried red chillies sauce, tamarind rice

    Albariño, ‘Genio y Figura’, Spain
    Meen Moilee (gl,d,e)

    Pan-seared Atlantic cod, coconut and ginger sauce, tender broccolini, garlic naan

    Riesling, Scheifer, Steillage, Mosel, Germany
    Dessert Platter Chef’s Choice

    Royal Tokaji, Late Harvest, Hungary

    VEGETARIAN TASTING MENU

    £76.95 | + Wine Pairing £50

    Crispy Kale Chaat (d)

    Crispy kale, spiced chickpeas, splash of chutneys, Mumbai sev, 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
    Seasonal Granita
    Bharwan Courgettes

    Courgettes stuffed with a melange of garden fresh vegetables, Benarasi sauce, tamarind rice

    Pinot Noir, Wildsong Organic, New Zealand
    Phaldari Kofta (d,n,gl,e)

    Vegetable dumplings stuffed with spiced jungle berries, awadhi korma sauce, garlic naan

    Primitivo di Manduria ‘Talò’, Italy
    Dessert Platter Chef’s Choice

    Royal Tokaji, Late Harvest, Hungary

    VEGAN TASTING MENU

    £76.95 | + Wine Pairing £50

    AMUSE BOUCHE

    Chef’s choice

    Aloo Tikki Chole Chaat

    Cumin scented potato cake, spiced chickpeas, tamarind chutney, Mumbai sev, pomegranate

    Chapel Down Brut Reserve, Kent, England
    Steamed Vegetable Momos (gl,so)

    Steamed vegetable dumplings, spiced gorkha tomato chutney

    Chardonnay, Kingstone Estate, Australia
    Nimbu Paani Granita
    Bharwan Courgettes

    Courgettes stuffed with a melange of garden fresh vegetables, Benarasi sauce, tamarind rice

    Pinot Noir, Wildsong Organic, New Zealand
    Phaldari Kofta (n,gl)

    Vegetable dumplings stuffed with spiced jungle berries, awadhi korma sauce, tandoori roti

    Primitivo di Manduria ‘Talò’, Italy
    Sticky Toffee Pudding

    Vanilla bean ice-cream

    Royal Tokaji, Late Harvest, Hungary
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    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.

  • Essence Light Bites Menu

    Monday to Friday 12 noon – 3 pm
    Saturday and Sunday 12 noon – 5 pm

    SNACKS
    Jhalmuri (v,mu)
    £5
    Masala peanuts (v,mu,n)
    £4
    TAPAS

    We recommend a minimum of three-four dishes per couple

    VEGETARIAN
    Tangra chilli paneer (d,so,gl)
    £6
    Vegetable samosa chaat (d,gl)
    £6
    Achari paneer tikka sashlik (d,mu)
    £7
    Chilli cheese toastie (d,gl)
    £7
    SEAFOOD AND FISH
    Tangra chilli prawns (cr,s,d,e,gl)
    £8
    Tandoori salmon (f,d,mu)
    £9
    Fish koliwada toastie (f,d,gl)
    £10
    MEAT
    Punjabi chicken pakoda
    £7
    Hariyalli chicken tikka (d)
    £7
    Tandoori lamb chops (d,mu)
    £10 per piece
    Gilafi lamb seekh kebab (d)
    £8
    Wagyu beef toastie (d,gl)
    £12
    Angus fillet steak, jus, gunpowder chips (d)
    £18
    SALADS
    Curried prawns

    mango and kimchi salad

    £7
    Chargrilled chicken

    pickled cucumber, cherry tomato, lettuce and masala corn salad

    £6
    Feta cheese

    three beans, pickled red onion and croutons salad

    £6
    DESSERTS
    Fresh mangoes with vanilla ice-cream (d)
    £7
    Bhapa doi and seasonal compote (d)
    £6
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    Allergens: (CR)-Crustaceans, (M)-Mussels (D)-Dairy, (E)-Eggs, (GL)-Gluten, (MU)-Mustard, (N)-Nuts, (SO)-Soya, (V) Vegan, (P) Peanuts, (S) Soya, (SE) Sesame, (SU) sulphites

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

  • Live at the Pantiles

    2 courses – £40 pp
    3 courses – £44 pp

    Amuse Bouche
    APPETISERS( CHOOSE ONE)
    Makali Fry

    Crispy fried squid with chilli and lime dressing

    Tangra Chilli Prawns

    Kolkata inspired batter fried king prawns, pepper, spring onions, chilli garlic sauce

    Khasta Murg

    Atul signature chicken tikka pie with spiced berry compote

    Gilafi Lamb Seekh Kebab

    Fine spiced minced lamb coated with peppers & onions skewered in the tandoor

    Ragda Patties

    Spiced potato patties, served with white peas, splashed with sweet yoghurt, mint & tamarind chutneys, mumbai sev

    MAINS (CHOOSE ONE)
    Essence Kebab Platter ( £6 supplement) (cr,mu,d)

    As assortment of lamb chop, lime scented king prawn, hariyalli tikka, amritsari murg tikka and mustard salmon served with apple and corn salad

    Kadhai Chicken (d)

    Chargrilled supreme of chicken, tikka masala sauce with peppers and onions

    Nalli Lamb Salli Boti (d)

    Lamb shank cooked in a brown onion sauce with apricots, jaggery garnished with straw potatoes- a Parsi delicacy

    Goan Seafood Curry (cr,m)

    King prawns, sea bass, scallops and mussels, dried chillies and coconut sauce a Goan speciality

    Malabar Vegetable Biryani (d,gl)

    A melange of exotic vegetables cooked with tamarind pulp, coconut milk, curry leaves, served with salan and boondi raita

    Mains are served with saag makai (d), saffron pulao, garlic coriander naan (d,gl)
    DESSERT
    Dessert Platter

    Chef’s choice of the day (Please ask the server for details)

    .

    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.

  • Weekday Lunch Menu

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

    STARTERS
    Crispy Kale Chaat (d) ⓥ

    Crispy kale , spiced chickpeas, 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 and tulsi ka tikka, baby leaf salad

    Mains
    Jaffna Chicken (d)

    Chicken supreme, coconut sauce with curry leaves and kokum, idiyappam

    Sri Lankan Lamb Sukka (mu,gl)

    Diced leg of lamb cooked with onions, curry leaves, peppercorns, served with malabar paratha

    Malabar Fish Curry (d)

    Pan-seared sea bass, beetroot and potato mash, moilee sauce

    Awadhi Shahi Kofta (d,n)

    Vegetable dumplings stuffed with spiced jungle berries, awadhi korma sauce

    All mains are served with Chef’s choice of vegetables and jeera pulao
    Breads £4.5 Each

    Naan • garlic naan • tandoori naan • chicken kulcha • peshwari naan (n)

    Additional Nibbles £4.5 Each

    Samosa chaat • onion bhaji

    Desserts
    Chocolate Samosa (d,gl)

    Cocoa nibs, orange curd ice-cream

    Date Pudding (d,n,gl)

    Stem ginger ice cream, toffee sauce

    Coconut Mousse (d,n)

    Chocolate shell, lavender dust

    .

    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

    Saturday 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Sunday 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm

    STARTERS
    Tangra Chilli Prawn (cr,so,e,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

    Crispy Kale Chaat (d)

    Crispy kale, spiced chickpeas, splash of chutneys, Mumbai sev, fresh pomegranate

    Mains
    Goan Seafood Curry (cr,mu,d,m)

    Pan-seared king prawn, seabass, mussels and pak choi, coconut and fresh tomatoes sauce

    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 Two Ways: (£9 supplement) (d,mu)

    Chargrilled angus fillet steak, sorpotel 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 £4.5 Each (d,e,gl)

    Naan • garlic naan • tandoori roti • chicken kulcha • peshwari naan (n)

    Additional Nibbles £4.5 Each

    Samosa chaat • onion bhaji • crispy squid

    Desserts
    Coconut Mousse (d,n)

    Chocolate shell, lavender dust

    Date Pudding (d,n,gl)

    Stem ginger ice cream, toffee sauce

    Rajbhog (d)

    Besan laddu tart, rasmalai, rabdi foam

    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 service charge of 12.5% will be added to
    your bill.

  • Children’s Menu

    £14.95 PER CHILD

    APPETISERS
    Aloo Tikki Chaat
    MAIN COURSE
    Murg Makhni

    Chicken Tikka Cooked In A Creamed Tomato And Fenugreek Sauce

    Shahi Murg Korma

    Chargrilled Breast Of Chicken Cooked In A Saffron Korma Sauce

    Railway Lamb Burger

    Spiced Lamb Patties Burger Served With Thick Cut Chips And Zesty Salad

    Chemeen Manga Charu

    King Prawns Cooked With Raw Mango And Coconut Sauce

    Paneer Makhni

    Batons Of Cottage Cheese Cooked In A Creamed Tomato Sauce

    Nizami Veg Burger

    Spiced Potato And Green Peas Burger Served With Thick Cut Chips And Zesty Salad

    Main Course Is Served With Plain Rice, Naan And Zesty Salad (Except The Burgers)
    DESSERTS
    Hot chocolate brownie

    with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce

    Or

    Mixed Sorbet
    .

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

    All prices are inclusive of VAT. A discretionary service charge of 7.5% will be added to your bill.

    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.

  • Party Menus

    YUVRAJ MENU

    Lunch £49.95 | Dinner £57.95
    Minimum order 4 persons

    Amuse Bouche

    Chef’s choice

    Appetisers
    Tulsi Hariyalli Tikka (d)

    Chicken supreme marinated with fresh basil, mint, fresh coriander and fresh garlic

    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

    Methi Gosht (mu,d)

    Best cuts of leg of lamb cooked with baby spinach, fresh fenugreek tinged with ginger

    Main course is served with saag makai (d), rye wale aloo, jeera pulao, assorted bread basket (d,gl,e,n) salad and raita
    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

    Hariyalli Murg Tikka (d)

    Chicken supreme marinated with fresh basil, coriander and green chillies

    Tandoori Lamb Chop (d)

    Fennel scented lamb chop – Essence signature grill

    Mustard Salmon (mu)

    Chargrilled salmon marinated with mustard and dill

    Exotic Sorbet
    Jaffna Chicken (d)

    Chicken supreme, coconut sauce with curry leaves and kokum, idiyappam

    Elaichi Bhuna Gosht

    Boneless leg of kid goat cooked with onions, peppercorn, cardamom- a Nawab Lucknowi speciality

    Main course is served with dill aloo, saag makai (d), jeera pulao, assorted bread basket (d,gl,e,n) salad and raita
    Dark chocolate delice (d)

    Cocoa nibs, orange curd ice cream

    MAHARANI MENU

    Lunch £49.95 | Dinner £57.95
    Minimum order 4 persons

    Amuse Bouche

    Chef’s choice

    Starters
    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

    Aloo Tikki Chaat (d)

    Cumin scented potato cake, sweet yoghurt, mint and tamarind chutney

    Mains
    Paneer Methi Malai Muttar (d)

    Fresh paneer batons cooked in a fragrant sauce with fresh fenugreek, baby spinach and garden fresh green peas

    Phaldari Kofta (d,n)

    Vegetable dumplings stuffed with spiced jungle berries, awadhi korma sauce

    Main course is served with aloo gobi masala, dal panchmel, jeera pulao and assorted bread basket (d,e,gl,n)
    Dessert
    Dark Chocolate Delice (d)

    Cocoa nibs, orange curd 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% willl be added to your bill.

  • Desserts

    Chocolate fondant (d, e, so)

    Molten chocolate cake, cocoa nib crunch, nougatine ice cream

    £9
    Mango Bhapa Doi (d,n)

    Pistachio compote, sweetened yoghurt, condensed milk

    £9
    Rajbhog (d)

    Besan laddu tart, rasmalai, rabdi foam

    £9
    Date Pudding (d,e)

    Stem ginger ice cream, toffee sauce

    £9
    Coconut Mousse (d,e)

    Chocolate shell, lavender dust

    £9
    Kulfi falooda (d, gl, n)

    Saffron rabdi, rose falooda

    £9
    Choice of ice creams/ Sorbet

    Pistachio (n), orange curd, stem ginger, raspberry ripple

    £8.5
    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 614 411
info@essencerestaurants.co.uk

Kickstart your career with us.
We are looking for managers, barstaff, KP and waiters.
jeet@essencerestaurants.co.uk

Award winning restaurant Tunbridge Wells Buckinghamshire  Award winning restaurant Tunbridge Wells in Kent