Namaste Bharat brings a broad North Indian menu to The Square, combining table service with online ordering and takeaway. The kitchen's scope is clear from the opening choices: crisp vegetable snacks made with chickpea batter sit alongside paneer tikka, tandoori mushrooms and chicken marinated overnight before cooking in the tandoor. Mixed platters make it possible to compare several of those preparations at once, with separate meat and vegetarian versions for different tables.
Chicken curries travel well beyond a single house style. Tikka masala and butter chicken bring tomato-led gravies, korma uses a creamier cashew base, and madras moves toward coconut, curry leaf and mustard seed. Kadai, bhuna and jalfrezi introduce capsicum, onion and whole spices, while hara masala folds the chicken into a spinach gravy. That range gives diners meaningful choices between sweet, rich, smoky and sharper spice profiles.
Lamb and seafood receive similarly distinct treatments. Do pyaza, bhuna gosht, sagwala and vindaloo sit beside a lamb curry built with 25 herbs and spices, while Malabar fish or prawns use coconut cream, curry leaves and mustard seed. The vegetarian list is not an afterthought: paneer appears in tikka masala, kadai, butter masala and spinach dishes, supported by dal makhani, dal tadka, chana masala, mushrooms and Bombay-style potatoes.
Biryanis and pulao provide complete rice-based meals, and the bread section ranges from garlic and Kashmiri naan to roti canai, tandoori roti and layered paratha. Fresh chutneys, raita and kachumber can sharpen or cool the richer dishes, while carrot halwa and gulab jamun bring a traditional sweet finish. With vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free labels carried through the menu, the restaurant gives mixed groups several practical routes through a shared meal.
Address: 61 The Square, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North 4410, New Zealand
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Namaste Bharat Authentic Indian Cuisine Menu
Entrees
Legend: (V) Vegetarian, (G) Contains Gluten, (VE) Vegan, (DF) Dairy Free, (*) On Request.
Special Namaste Bharat Platter
Consist of Lamb mince kabab, chicken Tikka, afghani murgh Tikka and boti kabab
Mix Pakora
Seasonal vegetables soaked in chickpea batter and deep-friend until golden. (V,DF)
Boti Kabab
Chunks of lamb that are marinated in a spiced yoghurt which add a lovely warming depth to the meat.
Afghani Murgh
Tender pieces of chicken, marinated in Cheese, Cashew, Hang Curd and roasted over charcoal.
Lamb Mince Kabab
Lamb seasoned with a homemade blend of spices, including ginger, coriander, cumin.
Fish Tikka
Tender fish marinated in a classic India tandoori masala and crisped to perfection in tandoori oven.
Tandoori Chicken
Tender spring chicken marinated in yoghurt, spices and gently roasted over Charcoal.
Chicken 65
Spicy, chicken dish originating from South India flavored with curry leaves mustard seeds.
Vegetable Samosa
Crispy pastry filled with spiced mashed potatoes and peas; a savory delight. Consist of 2 pieces. (V, DF, G)
Onion Bhaji
Onion rings dipped in chickpea batter and fried until golden and crispy; an irresistible appetizer. (VE)
Paneer Pakora
Cubes of soft cottage cheese, soaked in seasoned chickpea batter and deep-fried to perfection. (V)
Aloo Bonda
Mashed potato ball dipped in chickpea flour, seasoned with herbs and spices and then fried to form a crispy exterior with a soft, flavorful filling. (V,DF)
Tandoori Prawns (8 Pieces)
Juicy Tinger Prawns Marinated in tandoori paste, roast in Tandoor
Amritsari Fish Pakora
Fish cubes marinated in lemon juice, Indian herbs & garam flour and deep fried served with mint sauce and tangy pickle.
Tandoori Mushroom
Mushrooms marinated in tandoori masala and cooked in a tandoori oven, resulting in a smoky, flavorful and mouth-watering dish.
Paneer Tikka
Cubes of soft cottage cheese, capsicum, onions and tomatoes marinated in flavourful spices and cooked in a tandoori oven.
Sesame Prawn
Plump prawns marinated in teriyaki sauce and herbs, coated in sesame seeds and fried at high flame; leaving a crispy outside and juicy interior. Served with sweet chilli sauce.
Murgh Tikka – 5 pc
Boneless chicken peices marinated in yogurt and spices overnight and cooked in a tandoori oven.
Smoky Nibbles
Chicken pieces marinated in yogurt and spices overnight and cooked in a traditional tandoori oven.
Mince Kabab
Minced meat mixed with indian herbs and spices and cooked in a tandoori oven.
Mix Platter for 2
Consists of Samosas, Onion Bhaji, Mince Kebabs, Choza Chicken and Crispy Chicken Nibbles.
Veg Platter for 2
Consists of Samosas, Onion Bhaji, Paneer Pakora and Mix Pakora.
Main Course Veg
Rice included with mains. All our breads contain gluten. Please let us know of any dietry requirements or for any general preferences. Legend: (V) Vegetarian, (G) Contains Gluten, (VE) Vegan, (DF) Dairy Free, (*) On Request.
Aloo Gobhi Adraki
Cummins toasted potato and cauliflower Finishing Julien ginger & fresh coriander leaves.
Malai Kofta
Balls of cottage cheese & potato cooked in onion cashew gravy.
Paneer Bhurji
Scrambled cottage cheese cooked with chop onion and tomato with Indian herbs.
Matar Paneer
Cubes of cottage cheese and peas cooked in thick tamoto and onion gravy and various indian herbs and spice
Butter Vegetable
Saute butter vegetable cooked in a sweet and rich tamoto gravy
Paneer Tikka Masala
Home made cottage cheese cooked in a onion and tamoto gravy
Veg Korma
Mixed chopped vegetables cooked in a rich and creamy gravy made partially from grinded cashews.
Palak Paneer
Cubes of cottage cheese cooked in a spinach gravy with tomatoes, mustard seeds and whole chillis.
Seasonal Mix Vegetables
Chopped vegetables cooked with onion tomato gravy and various Indian spices.
Shahi Paneer
Diced cottage cheese cooked with a cashew nut gravy and various Indian herbs and spices.
Channa Masala
White chickpeas cooked with onion tomato gravy and chana masala.
Kadai Paneer
Cubes of cottage cheese cooked with crushed tomatoes, onions and coriander.
Paneer Butter Masala
Grated cottage cheese sauteed with butter, spring onions, green coriander and cooked with tomato gravy.
Dal Makhani
Black lentils and beans cooked with onions-tomatoes gravy and topped with just the right amount of butter.
Bombay Aloo
Baby potatoes sauteed with mustard seeds, turmeric and other Indian spices.
Dal Tadka
Yellow lentils cooked with ginger, garlic, tomatoes and green coriander in a classic home style fashion.
Mushroom Do Pyaza
Fresh mushrooms cooked with tomato gravy, Cubed onions coriander seeds and whole spices.
Mains – Chicken
Rice included with mains. All our breads contain gluten. Please let us know of any dietry requirements or for any general preferences. Legend: (V) Vegetarian, (G) Contains Gluten, (VE) Vegan, (DF) Dairy Free, (*) On Request.
Murgh Makhni with Bone & Boneless
It is an Indian curry made a base of a spiced tomato gravy with plenty of butter and yogurt-marinated chicken that’s traditionally cooked in a tandoori oven
Chilly Chicken (Semi Gravy)
The Crispy marinated chicken is sauteed in a spicy sweet sauce along with onions and bell peppers.
Punjabi Chicken with Bone & Boneless
Meat Cooked in yogurt straight from the heart of Punjab
Chicken Vindloo
Diced Chicken cooked with vinegar, Capsicum, whole spices and a special Vindaloo sauce.
Butter Chicken
Roasted tender chicken pieces cooked in sweet and rich tomato gravy
Chicken Tikka Masala
Roasted tender chicken pieces cooked in a tomato and onion gravy with added Kashmiri chillis.
Chicken Korma
Roasted tender chicken pieces in a rich and creamy gravy made partially from grinded cashews.
Chicken Kadai
Roasted tender chicken pieces cooked with crushed tomatoes, onions, cream and coriander.
Bhuna Chicken
Roasted tender chicken pieces cooked with ginger, garlic, capsicum, onions and various spices.
Chicken Madras
Roasted tender chicken pieces cooked with coconut cream, onion gravy, curry leaves, mustard seeds and spices. (DF)
Chicken Jalfrezi
Boneless spring chicken pieces cooked with fresh capsicum, onion cubes, coriander seeds and chillis. (DF)
Dhal Chicken
Roasted tender chicken pieces cooked with yellow lentils and various spices. (DF)
Chicken Sagwala
Delicacy of Punjab
Mango Chicken
Roasted tender chicken pieces cooked with a smooth onion gravy and mango pulp/puree. (DF)
Mains – Seafood
Rice included with mains. All our breads contain gluten. Please let us know of any dietry requirements or for any general preferences. Legend: (V) Vegetarian, (G) Contains Gluten, (VE) Vegan, (DF) Dairy Free, (*) On Request.
Fish/Prawn Jalfrezi
(DF)
Butter Prawn
Malabar Fish/Prawn Curry
(DF)
Saute Prawn Masala
Prawn Sagwala
Prawn Masala
(DF)
Mains – Lamb/Goat
Rice included with mains. All our breads contain gluten. Please let us know of any dietry requirements or for any general preferences. Legend: (V) Vegetarian, (G) Contains Gluten, (VE) Vegan, (DF) Dairy Free, (*) On Request.
Lamb/Goat Rogan Josh
Mild spiced lamb/goat curry cooked in the traditional Kashmiri style
Butter Lamb/Goat
Diced Lamb/Goat cooked in a sweet and rich tamoto gravy
Lamb/Goat Do Pyaza
Diced lamb /goatcooked with tomato onion gravy with whole spices. various spices. (DF)
Bhuna Gosht
Diced lamb/goat cooked with ginger, garlic, capsicum, onions and various spices. (DF)
Lamb/Goat Sagwala
Diced lamb/goat cooked in a spinach gravy with tomatoes, mustard seeds and whole chillis.
Lamb/Goat Vindaloo
Diced lamb/goat cooked with vinegar, capsicum, whole spices and special vindaloo sauce. (DF)
Lamb/Goat Shahi Korma
Diced lamb/goat cooked in a rich and creamy gravy made partially with grinded cashews.
25 Herbs & Spices Lamb/Goat Curry
Diced lamb/goat cooked with total 25 different herbs and spices alongside onions and tomatoes. (DF)
Lamb/Goat Madras
Diced lamb/goat cooked with coconut cream, onion gravy, curry leaves, mustard seeds and various spices. (DF)
Indian Street Food
2 Pieces Served with Raita ( Cucumber + ground spices) + onion + Pickle.
Cholle Bhature
(A combination of chana masala (spicy white chickpeas) and bhatura, a deep-fried bread made from refined flour)
Puri Bhaji
(A combination of chana masala (spicy white chickpeas) and puri, a deep-fried bread made from whole wheat flour)
Pav Bhaji
A blend of spicy mashed vegies served with butter toasted buns.
Veg Noodles
Stir-fried noodles made with loads of mix vegetables and seasoned with soy sauce, ginger, garlic.
Chicken Noodles
Stir-fried noodles made with loads of chicken and seasoned with soy sauce, ginger, garlic.
Samosa Chaat
Samosa Chaat is savory chickpeas with crispy samosa, assorted sweet, spicy, and tangy chutneys, and crunchy and flavorful toppings.
Chole Puri
4 Puries | 5 Puries
Paneer Tawa Parantha
Mix Tawa Pranatha
Onion Tawa Pranatha
Gobhi Tawa Parantha
Aloo Tawa Pranatha
Rices
Plain Rice
Chicken Biriyani
Lamb Biriyani
Goat Biriyani
Prawn Biriyan
Sides
Raita
Popadom (1 Piece)
Masala Popadom (1 Piece)
Green Salad
Mango Chutney
Tamarind Chutney
Mix Pickle
Mint Chutney
Kachumber Salad
Breads
All our breads contain gluten.
Plain Naan
Butter Naan
Garlic Naan
Garlic & Cheese Naan
Kashmiri Naan
Chocolate Naan
Lamb Naan
Chicken Naan
Tandoori Roti
Onion Kulcha
Lachaa Parantha
Tawa Roti with Desi Ghee
Dessert
Gulab Jamun
Gajar Ka Halwa
Ice Cream
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- Chicken tikka masala Typical in Palmerston North: $21.00 $16.99
- Chicken korma Typical in Palmerston North: $21.00 $16.99
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