Bawarchi Khana is an evening restaurant on Taine Street in Taitā, with a dining room for table service and reservations as well as takeaway and delivery. The format suits both an unhurried curry dinner and a meal collected on the way home. Its menu begins with recognisable Indian starters, then expands through tandoori-influenced pizza, curries, rice and breads. That variety gives the restaurant a broader casual character than a conventional curry list alone would suggest.
Onion bhaji offers a crisp vegetarian start, while chicken tikka brings the flavour of the tandoor into a compact appetiser. A mixed non-vegetarian platter is designed for sharing and allows several tastes to arrive together. The restaurant's tandoori pizzas take that crossover further, using paneer or chicken tikka as toppings. They provide a practical bridge for groups in which some diners want Indian spicing and others are leaning toward the familiar shape and easy sharing of pizza.
Curries remain the heart of the menu. Butter chicken and chicken tikka masala occupy the creamy, widely known end of the range, while garlic lamb and lamb vindaloo move toward more assertive flavours. Vegetarian dishes and seafood choices ensure the section is not built around chicken and lamb alone. This breadth is particularly useful for a shared table, where contrasting sauces and proteins can be set side by side for everyone to sample instead of remaining isolated individual plates.
Biryani gives diners a rice-based main course, while wok-fried rice adds a different preparation for those who prefer it. Naan and other rice dishes can be used to accompany curries, with sides filling out a larger order. Drinks and desserts complete the progression from starter to final course. Taken together, the menu supports several styles of visit: a straightforward curry and bread, a mixed takeaway order, or an evening meal built from platters, tandoori pizza, rice and multiple sauces.
Address: 16 Taine Street, Taitā, Lower Hutt 5011, New Zealand
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Bawarchi Khana Menu
Meal Of The Day
Chicken Fried Rice
A classic favorite featuring seasoned rice, juicy chicken, and mixed vegetables, stir-fried to perfection. 🍚🐔
Starters (Vegetarian)
Poppadoms & Chutney
Four crispy poppadoms roasted in tandoor served with mango chutney
Samosa
Two triangular pastry stuffed with potatoes, mixed vegetables, and peas. Crispy and golden fried served with tomato sauce
Samosa Chaat
Tangy and spicy Samosa Chaat is popular north Indian street food! Crunchy samosa is served with bhujiya, yogurt and chutneys!
Spring Rolls
A cylinder shaped pastry filled with veggies. Deep fried served with tomato sauce
Hot Chips
They are prepared by cutting potatoes into even strips, drying them, and fried.
Mixed Pakora
Mixed vegetables battered with chickpea flour, golden fried, and served with Tamarind sauce.
Paneer Pakora
Cottage cheese dipped in batter and fried.
Vegetarian Platter
Paneer Tikka
Enjoy our Paneer Tikka, a delicious vegetarian starter. Choose your spice level for a taste that suits you perfectly. Perfect for sharing!
Starters (Non Vegetarian)
Reshami Kabab
Chicken mince skewered and roasted in tandoori oven. Served with mint sauce
Popcorn Chicken
Enjoy our delicious Popcorn Chicken! These bite-sized pieces are perfect for sharing or a tasty snack. Crispy on the outside and juicy inside.
Half Chicken Tikka
Boneless chicken pieces marinated overnight in yogurt and authenticated Indian herbs
Chicken Tikka
Boneless chicken pieces marinated overnight in yogurt and authenticated Indian herbs
Half Tandoori
Whole raw chicken marinated overnight in a mixture of yogurt and Indian Herbs
Tandoori Chicken
Try our Tandoori Chicken, a standout in the Starters (Non Vegetarian) category. Enjoy this dish along with Bawarchi’s Specials – SL!
Mix Platter
Combination of Onion Bhaji, Samosa, Chicken Tikka and Tandoori Chicken. Served with Mint sauce
Non Vegetarian Platter
Combination of Chicken Tikka, Tandoori Chicken, Kebab and Prawns. Served with mint and tamarind sauce
Bawarchi's 65
Try Bawarchi’s 65, a tasty option in our Starters (Non Vegetarian) menu. To make it special, add Bawarchi’s Specials – SL!
Chilly Chic Dry
Crispy chicken pieces tossed with onions, capsicum, garlic, and fiery dry red chillies in a bold Indo-Chinese sauce. Packed with smoky flavour, spicy aromas, and the perfect balance of heat and savoury goodness in every bite.
Tandoori Pizza's
Butter Paneer Pizza
Butter Chicken Pizza
Chicken Tikka Pizza
Paneer Tikka Pizza
Delicious pizza topped with paneer tikka, offering a fusion of flavors in every bite.
Bawarchi's Specials
Bawarchi Balti
A combination of chicken, lamb, and vegetables cooked in onion gravy and tomato sauce with chunk capsicum. Served with rice
Garlic Prawn
Prawn cooked in onion and tomato gravy with chopped garlic, onion, and capsicum. With chef secret recipe. Served with rice.
Garlic Lamb
Diced Lamb cooked in onion and tomato gravy with chopped garlic, onion, and capsicum. With chef secret recipe. Served with rice
Chilli Paneer
Crisp batter fried paneer (cottage cheese) is tossed in slightly sweet, spicy and tangy chilli sauce.
Lamb Bhuna
Lamb cooked in paste of fried spices, onions, garlic, aromatic ginger, and tomatoes.
Bawarchi Briyani
A royal combination of fragrant basmati rice layered with juicy chicken, tender lamb, and fresh garden vegetables, slow-cooked with authentic biryani spices and herbs. Rich, aromatic, and bursting with flavour in every delicious bite.
Veg. Delights
Bawarchi Paneer
Cottage cheese cooked in chef’s special gravy,
Malai Kofta
Cottage cheese and potato dumpling cooked with tomato, onion and cashew nut gravy
Butter Paneer
Paneer makhani is a slightly sweet creamy. The gravy is prepared usually with butter, tomatoes, and cashews or cream. Masala such as red chili powder and garam masala are also used to prepare this gravy. Served with plain rice
Paneer Tikka Masala
Cottage cubes pounded coriander seeds, herbs and spices cooked with dices of capsicum, onion and tomato gravy
Palak Paneer
Consisting of cheese cubes in a thick paste made from pureed spinach and other spices. Served with plain rice
Jeera Aloo
Potatoes is flavored with various spices such as cumin, curry, garlic, garam masala, turmeric, mustard seeds, chili powder salt and pepper
Aloo Gobi
Potatoes and florets of cauliflower cooked with cumin seeds, turmeric, coriander and spices. Served with plain rice
Veg. Korma
Chunky Vegetables cooked with rich cashew nut creamy gravy. Served with plain rice
Dal Makhani
Combination of black, yellow lentils, and kidney beans cooked together with butter cream and tomato sauce. Served with
Saag Aloo
Consisting of potatoes in a thick paste made from pureed spinach and other spices. Served with plain rice
Rajma
Consisting of Red kidney beans in a onion gravy. A popular dish throughout Northern India
Matar Paneer
Cottage cheese and green peas are simmered together is a luscious gravy made with tomatoes, onion gravy and spices
Chana Masala
Chickpeas in a spicy onion tomato gravy.
Dal Tadka
Dal tadka is cooked lentils, which are tempered with fried spices & herbs.
Chicken Lover's
Butter Chicken
Roasted tandoori chicken pieces simmered in rich tomato gravy and creamy sauce. Served with plain rice
Chicken Tikka Masala
Roasted tandoori chicken pieces cooked in onion gravy with touch of tomato sauce and chunks capsicum. Served with plain rice
Chicken Korma
Roasted chicken simmered in rich cashew nut creamy sauce. Served with plain rice
Mango Chicken
Chicken pieces cooked in onion creamy sauce with mango pulp. Served with plain rice
Chicken Saag
Consisting of roasted chicken pieces in a thick paste made from pureed spinach and other spices. Served with plain rice
Chicken Vindaloo
Chicken cooked with ginger and spices in onion tomato sauce with hint of lemon. Served with plain rice
Chilly Chicken
Boneless chicken pieces deep fried and sauteed with onion, capsicum, garlic, soy sauce, and white vinegar. Served with plain rice
Chicken Madras
Enjoy our Chicken Madras, a flavorful dish from the Chicken Lover’s menu. Perfect for anyone who loves chicken! Try it with Chicken Lover’s – SL.
Chicken Jalfrezi
Enjoy our Chicken Jalfrezi, a delicious dish perfect for Chicken Lovers. Pair it with the Chicken Lover’s – SL for an extra tasty experience! This dish is part of our Chicken Lover’s menu.
Kadhai Chicken
kadhai Chicken is a delicious, spicy & flavorful dish made with chicken, onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic & fresh ground spices known as kadai masala
Bawarchi's Chicken
Chicken cooked in chef’s special gravy
Lamb Special
Bawarchi's Lamb
Lamb cooked in chef’s speical gravy
Lamb Rogan Josh
Diced lamb cooed in traditional kashmiri style. Served with plain rice
Lamb Vindaloo
Lamb Vindaloo is fantastic fiery red Indian curry dish of tender lamb chunks cooked in vindaloo sauce made with lots of red chillies, vinegar, garlic and spices
Lamb Madras
Diced Lamb cooked with coconut milk, mustard seeds, curry leaves and onion gravy
Butter Lamb
Lamb pieces simmered in rich tomato gravy and creamy sauce. Served with plain rice
Lamb Korma
Lamb simmered in rich cashew nut creamy sauce. Served with plain rice
Lamb Saag
Lamb pieces in a thick paste made from pureed spinach and other spices. Served with plain rice
Lamb Jalfrezi
Lamb cooked in coriander seeds, ginger, and garlic in balti sauce. Served with plain rice
Lamb Kadhai
Seafood
Butter Prawn
Simmered in rich tomato gravy and creamy sauce. Served with plain rice
Bwarchi's Prawn
Try Bwarchi’s Prawn, a delightful seafood dish that brings fresh flavors to your plate. Enjoy a tasty and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion!
Prawn Jalfrezi
Prawn cooked in onion gravy with hint of tomato sauce and chunk vegetables. Served with plain rice
Prawn Curry
Fish cooked in onion gravy and coconut cream sauce. Served with plain rice
Fish Masala
Tandoori fish cooked in garlic, ginger, and other spices with diced onion and capsicum. Served with plain rice
Gaon Fish Curry
A fish blends together spices and coconut to bring out the mild sweetness of the tender fresh fish that is so abundant in Goa and around the coast of India. Served with plain rice
Signature Wok Fried Rice
Veg Fried Rice
Fragrant long-grain basmati rice wok-tossed with fresh garden vegetables, aromatic spices, and flavourful sauces for the perfect balance of taste and texture. Light, delicious, and packed with authentic flavours in every bite
Chicken Fried Rice
Premium long-grain basmati rice wok-tossed with tender chicken pieces, fresh vegetables, aromatic seasonings, and signature sauces for a rich, satisfying flavour in every bite. Smoky, delicious, and cooked to perfection
Biryani Corner
Vegetable Biryani
This vegetable-packed biryani is a one-pot dish that’s aromatic, flavorful and super tasty. Served with plain raita
Chicken Biryani
Chicken Biryani is a delicious savory rice dish that is loaded with spicy marinated chicken, caramelized onions, and flavorful saffron rice
Lamb Biryani
Indian Lamb Biryani is a casserole of tender lamb curry and fragrant saffron rice. Two outstanding dishes combined into one company worthy casserole. Serve with cooling cucumber raita on the side
Prawn Biryani
Flavourful marinated prawns cooked along with aromatic basmati rice and caramelized onions is a must try biryani recipe. Simple to make and absolutely delicious, make and serve for a special lunch or dinner along with a raita of your choice
Family Pack – Chicken
Family Pack – Lamb
Naan Bread
Plain Naan
Garlic Naan
Butter Naan
Cheese & Garlic Naan
Aloo Parantha
Bread filled with potato mesh and Indian herbs
Onion Kulcha
Naan stuffed with chopped onions with crushed cumin
Keema Naan
Bread stuffed with lamb mince
Peshwari Naan
Sweet dry fruit naan
Cheese Naan
Sides
Mango Chutney
Mango Chutney is a delicious side that brings sweetness and spice to your meal. Enjoy this tasty, fruity condiment with your favorite dishes.
Mixed Pickles
Enjoy our Mixed Pickles, a flavorful side that perfectly complements any meal. These tasty pickles add a crunchy delight to your plates.
Raita
Enjoy Raita, a refreshing side dish that perfectly complements your meal. It’s a popular option in the Sides category, enhancing any dining experience in New Zealand.
Onion n Carrot Salad
Enjoy our Red Onion Salad, a refreshing side dish perfect for any meal. Crisp and tangy, it adds a flavorful touch to your plate. A delightful choice in the Sides category.
Rice Specialties
Plain Rice
Peas Pulao
Cumin Rice
Garlic Rice
Desserts
Gulab Jamun
Traditional homemade Indian Sweet
Mango Kulfi
Homemade Mango flavour ice cream
Dine In — Non Veg Starters
Reshami Kabab
Chicken mince skewered and roasted. Served with mint sauce
Chicken Tikka Entree
Roast boneless chicken pieces with yogurt and herbs
Chicken Tikka Main
Roast boneless chicken pieces with yogurt and herbs
Half Tandoori Chicken
Half chicken marinated in a mixture of yogurt and Indian herbs
Full Tandoori Chicken
Full chicken marinated in a mixture of yogurt and Indian herbs
Popcorn Chicken
Chicken pieces are marinated with flour, spices and curry leaves. Fried until golden and crisp
Mix Platter
Includes Onion Bhaji, Samosa, Chicken tikka & Tandoori Chicken
Non Vegetarian Platter For Two
Combination of Chicken tikka, Tandoori Chicken, Prawns & Kebab
Bawarchi's 65
Fried chicken sauteed with chef’s special gravy.
Dine In — Chicken Fabs
Bawarchi's Chicken
Chicken cooked in chefs gravy with vegetables
Kadhai Chicken
Kadhai consist of coarse crushed coriander seeds, dried red chillies and black pepper
Butter Chicken
Roasted chicken pieces cooked in rich tomato gravy
Chicken Jalfrezi
Chicken cooked in onion gravy with hint of tomato sauce and chunks of vegetables
Chicken Korma
Chicken cooked in cashew nut gravy
Chilly Chicken
(Semi-Gravy) Chicken pieces deep fried with corn flour and cooked with onion gravy and capsicums
Mango Chicken
Chicken cooked with mango pulp
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken cooked in onion gravy with capsicum
Chicken Saag
Chicken cooked with pureed spinach
Chicken Vindaloo
Chicken cooked with ginger and spices in onion gravy with hint of lemon
Chicken Madras
Chicken cooked with coconut cream and onion gravy
Methi Murg
Methi chicken is a delicious dish made by cooking chicken with fenugreek leaves aka methi, onions, tomatoes & spices
Dine In — Seafood Delights
Butter Prawn
Prawns cook in rich tomato gravy
Prawn Curry
Prawn cook in onion gravy with coconut cream
Bawarchi's Prawn
Prawn cook in chef’s special gravy
Goan Fish Curry
Fish cook in coconut cream with other spices
Fish Masala
Fish cook in onion gravy with capsicum
Bawarchi’s Fish
Fish cook in chef’s special gravy.
Dine In — Naan Breads
Plain Naan
Garlic Naan
Butter Naan
Cheese Naan
Cheese & Garlic Naan
Onion Kulcha
Plain Roti
Butter Roti
Garlic Roti
Aloo Paratha
Keema Naan
Peshwari Naan
Dine In — Starters
Poppadoms & Chutney
Crispy roasted poppadoms served with mango chutney
Masala Pappad
Masala Papad is a delicious Indian snack made from roasted or fried papad topped with a tangy, spicy onion-tomato mix
Onion Bhaji
Golden fried onion spiced & mixed with chickpea flour
Samosa
Golden fried triangular pastry stuffed with potatoes and peas
Samosa Chaat
Tangy, spicy Samosa Chaat! Are served with samosa and dollops of yogurt, onion, bhujiya and chutney
Spring Rolls
Deep fried cylindrical shape pastry filled with veges
Mixed Pakora
Golden fried mixed vegetables battered with chickpea flour
Paneer Pakora
Cottage cheese dipped in batter and fried.
Vegetarian Platter For Two
Combination of Samosa, Onion Bhaji & Spring Rolls. Served with tamarind sauce
Dine In — Bawarchi's Specials
Bawarchi Balti
Vegetables, chicken & lamb cooked together with chef’s special gravy
Garlic Prawn
Prawns cooked in onion and tomato gravy with garlic, onion and capsicums
Garlic Lamb
Lamb cooked in onion and tomato gravy with garlic, onion and capsicums
Lamb Bhuna
Lamb cooked in paste of fried spices, onions,garlic, aromatic ginger and tomatoes
Chilli Chicken
(Dry Dish) Chicken pieces deep fried with corn flour and cooked with onion gravy and capsicums
Veg Manchrurian
Delicious Indo Chinese dish of fried veggie balls in a spicy, sweet and tangy Gravy or Sauce.
Bawarchi's Briyani
Combination of chicken meat mixed with rice.
Dine In — Veggie Lovers
Bawarchi's Paneer
Cottage cheese cooked in chef’s special gravy.
Bhindi DoPyaza
Bhindi do pyaza is a restaurant style North Indian dish made with okra, spices, herbs & lots of onions.
Dal Makhani
Black and yellow lentils cooked together with butter cream and tomato sauce.
Malai Kofta
Cottage cheese, potatoes and nuts dumpling cooked with onion gravy with tomato sauce.
Chana Masala
Chickpeas in a spicy onion tomato gravy.
Saag Aloo
Potatoes cooked with pureed spinach.
Paneer Tikka Masala
Cheese cooked with capsicums in onion gravy
Aloo Gobi
Potatoes and cauliflower cooked with cumin seeds, turmeric and onion gravy.
Mix Veg
Seasonal vegetables and common vegetables cooked in onion gravy and herbs.
Butter Paneer
Cottage cheese pieces simmered in rich tomato gravy.
Veg Korma
Vegetables chunks cooked with cashew nut gravy.
Matar Paneer
Cottage Cheese and peas cooked in luscious gravy
Dal Tadka
Dal tadka is cooked lentils which are tempered with fried spices & herbs
Palak Paneer
Cheese cooked with pureed spinach
Dine In — Lamb Dishes
Bawarchi's Lamb
Lamb cooked in chef’s speical gravy
Lamb Rogan Josh
Lamb cooked in traditional kashmiri style.
Lamb Madras
Lamb cooked in onion gravy with coconut cream
Butter Lamb
Lamb cooked in rich tomato gravy
Lamb Korma
Lamb cooked in rich cashew nut gravy
Lamb Saag
Lamb cooked in pureed spinach
Lamb Jalfrezi
Lamb cooked in onion gravy with vegetables
Lamb Vindaloo
Lamb cooked with ginger and garlic in onion gravy
Lamb Kadhai
Kadhai consist of coarse crushed coriander seeds, dried red chillies and black pepper
Dine In — Biryani Corner
Vegetable Biryani
Chicken Biryani
Lamb Biryani
Prawn Biryani
Dine In — Sides
Mango Chutney
Mixed Pickles
Mixed Salad
Plain Rice
Garlic Rice
Cumin Rice
Peas Pulao
Dine In — Tandoori Pizza
Paneer tikka
Drinks
Mango Lassi
Mango Lassi is a refreshing drink that blends creamy yogurt and ripe mangoes. Enjoy this cool, fruity treat from our Drinks menu in New Zealand.
Coke Can
Sprite Can
Fanta Can
Ginger Beer
Coke No Sugar Can
1.5ltr Fanta Bottle
1.5ltr Coke Bottle
1.5ltr Coke No Sugar Bottle
1.5ltr Sprite Bottle
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Against typical prices in Wellington
- Fried rice Typical in Wellington: $21.00 $16.00
- Butter chicken Typical in Wellington: $20.50 $20.00
- Chicken tikka masala Typical in Wellington: $22.00 $20.00
- Lamb rogan josh Typical in Wellington: $23.50 $24.00
- Chicken biryani Typical in Wellington: $22.99 $19.99
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