Bikanervala Christchurch brings an Indian sweets and street food restaurant to Colombo Street in Sydenham. Its focus is entirely vegetarian, with vegan choices woven through a menu designed to cover both a quick snack and a full family meal. The restaurant's own site places colourful chaat, traditional mithai and savoury cooking together, reflecting the Indian habit of treating the sweet counter and kitchen as parts of the same visit.
Street food supplies much of the menu's immediate energy. Pani puri, raj kachori, samosa chaat and papdi chaat layer crisp pastry, chutneys and cooling accompaniments, while pav bhaji, bread pakoda and chole bhature offer more substantial comfort. Tandoor items such as achari soya chaap, paneer malai tikka and mushroom tikka bring smoke and spice without relying on meat.
The selection moves well beyond snacks. South Indian dishes include masala dosa, uttapam and a mixed platter, while thalis and meal boxes assemble several flavours into one order. Paratha and kulcha sit alongside curries, paneer dishes and tandoori breads, and a Chinese wok section adds Indo-Chinese choices. This breadth lets diners build a meal around breads and curries or explore several regional styles in smaller portions.
Sweets remain central rather than an afterthought. Jalebi, gulab jamun, motichoor ladoo and other counter treats can finish a sit-down meal or be taken away on their own. Online ordering, pickup and delivery make the same menu available beyond the dining room, while platters and compact meal boxes suit diners who want a ready-made combination instead of choosing each component separately.
Address: 458 Colombo Street, Sydenham, Christchurch 8023, New Zealand
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