Planet Spice grew from an Indian takeaway into a licensed Newtown restaurant with seating for large groups as well as smaller tables. A traditional clay tandoor became part of that development, and family recipes were passed into a professional kitchen rather than discarded as the business expanded. The result is a neighbourhood restaurant with the breadth of a full dinner venue while retaining the practical takeaway and delivery service that formed its starting point.
The tandoor provides one of the clearest ways to understand the kitchen. Chicken tikka and fish tikka are marinated in yoghurt and spices, seekh kebabs put seasoned lamb onto skewers, and paneer receives its own overnight marinade before roasting. Murg malai tikka uses cream cheese, cashews and delicate spices for a softer profile, while whole or half tandoori chicken brings garlic, ginger and masala to the foreground. Mixed platters allow several of these preparations to arrive together.
Curries cover noticeably different techniques rather than relying on one universal sauce. Kadai dishes use tomato, onion and whole-ground spices; saag brings spinach; vindaloo combines potatoes with a tangy, hotter gravy; and madras introduces mustard seeds, curry leaves and coconut. Those styles can be explored through chicken, lamb, beef, goat, fish, prawns or vegetables. Heat levels can be adjusted, and extensive gluten-free or dairy-free markings help diners navigate the range with more confidence.
Bread and banquet sections turn the menu into an easy shared meal. Alongside plain, butter and garlic naan are filled versions with potato, paneer, lamb mince, dried fruit, cheese or chicken tikka, plus roti and paratha. Vegetarian and meat banquets combine starters, several curries, rice, bread and an Indian dessert, while lunch combinations offer a more compact route through the same kitchen. This flexibility lets Planet Spice handle a group celebration, a weekday curry or a collected meal equally naturally.
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Planet Spice Menu
Dinner – Entrees
Samosas
Deep fired Indian pastry filled with spicy potatoes, mixed vegetables and served with tamarind chutney. (2 pieces)
Onion Bhaji
Onion pieces marinated in a spicy batter and wok fried. (Gf) (Df)
Vegetable Pakoras
Fresh vegetables dipped in a spiced chickpea batter and wok fried. (Gf)
Kachoris
Flaky pastry filled with sweet and spicy peas, coconut and sultanas. (3 pieces)
Poppadom Starter
5 crispy poppadoms cooked in a tandoor and served with mango chutney mixed pickles and raita. (Gf)
Bombay Aloo
A dry dish cooked with potatoes, cumin seeds, onion and spices. (Gf)(Df)
Samosa Chat
A dish contains a mixture of samosa, chickpea, tomatoes, onions, chutney and coriander.
Tandoori Mushrooms
Overnight marinated mushrooms roasted in tandoor and served with mint chutney. (Df)(5 pieces)
Lamb Curry Puffs
Thin deep-fried pastry filled with spicy lamb mince, peas and potatoes. (3 pieces)
Tandoori Chicken Wings
Chicken wings marinated in tandoori masala and barbequed in a tandoori oven. (Gf)
Seekh Kebabs
Lamb mince rolls deliciously spiced and cooked on skewers in a tandoori oven. (Gf)
Chicken Tikka
Boneless pieces of chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices overnight then cooked in a tandoori oven and served with a mint yoghurt sauce (Gf). Entree – 5 pieces, Main – 8 pieces (main size includes a serving of rice).
Murg Malai Tikka
Tender boneless pieces of chicken marinated in cream cheese, cashew nuts and delicate spices then roasted in the tandoor and served with pickled red cabbage. Entrée – 5 pieces, Main – 8 pieces (main size includes a serving of rice).
Fish Tikka
Boneless pieces of fish marinated in yogurt and spices overnight, then cooked in a tandoori oven and served with a mint yoghurt sauce (Gf). Entrée – 5 pieces, Main – 8 pieces (main size includes a serving of rice).
Paneer Tikka
Overnight marinated paneer (cottage cheese)roasted in a tandoor and served with mint chutney. (5 pieces)
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken marinated overnight in garlic, ginger, tandoori masala and yoghurt then roasted in a tandoori oven. (Gf)
Vegetarian Platter
A delicious platter of Kachori, Pakora, Samosa & Onion Bhaji.
Mixed Platter
A platter of Pakora, Kachori, Chicken Tikka and Seekh Kebab. (2 pieces each)
Tandoori Platter
A sizzling platter with a combination of Tandoori Chicken Tikka, Fish Tikka, Seekh Kebab and Murg Malai Tikka. (2 pieces each)
Dinner – Chicken Curries
Butter Chicken
A Kiwi’s favourite – Boneless barbequed chicken simmered in a rich sweet tomato and butter gravy. A subtle dish with tempting flavours. (Gf)
Kadai Chicken
A special kadai sauce cooked with whole ground Indian traditional spices and simmered in tomato and onion gravy. (Gf)
Chicken Korma
Tender boneless chicken pieces in a rich creamy cashew nut and almond sauce. (Gf)
Mango Chicken
Barbequed tandoori chicken cooked in a delicious sweet and creamy mango sauce. (Gf)
Balti Chicken
Chicken pieces cooked in a kadai with onions, capsicums, tomatoes and aromatic spices. A semi-dry curry. (Gf) (Df)
Chicken De Goa
A chicken curry cooked with fresh mixed vegetables and coconut cream. (Gf)
Chicken Saagwala
Succulent chicken pieces cooked with home ground spices and simmered in a rich spinach gravy. (Gf)
Chicken Tikka Masala
Tandoori chicken pieces cooked with garlic and fresh capsicums in a tomato and onion sauce. (Gf)
Chicken Delhi Dahiwala
Tender barbequed chicken pieces cooked in a creamy yoghurt sauce with chef’s special Planet Spices. (Gf)
Chicken Vindaloo
Hot and Spicy! Chicken served with potatoes in a tangy, spicy tomato and onion gravy. (Gf)
Chicken Jalfrezi
Chicken cooked with seasonal vegetables in a sweet, tangy and thick tomato gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Chicken Madras
A South Indian chicken curry tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves then cooked in a creamy coconut sauce. (Gf)
Chicken Pasanda
Tender boneless pieces of chicken cooked with aromatic spices in a slightly sweet, mild and creamy almond and tomato gravy. (Gf)
Bhuna Chicken
Dry preparation of roasted marinated chunks of boneless chicken, stir fried with fresh ginger, garlic, capsicum, onions, grounded spices with slight smear of tomato-based gravy and bhuna masala. (Gf) (Df)
Chicken Rogan Josh
A North Indian Chicken curry prepared with roasted spices and simmered in a traditional sauce. (Gf) (Df)
Murg Methi Malai
Marinated chicken cooked with fenugreek leaves, tomatoes and grounded spices in a creamy cashew sauce. (Gf)
Chicken Afghani
A creamy dish cooked with marinated chicken, yoghurt, onions, cashews, almond gravy and traditional spices. (Gf)
Dinner – Lamb, Beef, Goat Curries
Butter Lamb
A Kiwi’s favourite ~ Lamb simmered in a rich sweet tomato and butter gravy. A subtle dish with tempting flavours. (Gf)
Kadai Lamb or Beef
A special kadai sauce cooked with whole ground Indian traditional spices and simmered in a tomato and onion gravy. (Gf)
Bhuna Lamb or Beef
Dry preparation of roasted marinated chunks of lamb or beef, stir fried with fresh ginger, garlic, capsicum, onions, grounded spices with slight smear of tomato-based gravy and bhuna masala. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb or Beef Afghani
A creamy dish of lamb or beef cooked in yoghurt, onions, cashews, almond gravy and traditional spices. (Gf)
Lamb or Beef Korma
Tender boneless lamb or beef pieces in a rich creamy cashew nut and almond sauce. (Gf)
Balti Lamb or Beef
Lamb pieces cooked in a kadai with onions, capsicums, tomatoes and aromatic spices. A semi-dry curry. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb or Beef Saagwalla
Succulent lamb cooked with aromatic home ground spices and simmered in rich tomato and spinach gravy. (Gf)
Banglori Lamb
Tender pieces of lamb marinated in spices and cooked with potatoes and coconut cream. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb or Beef Rogan Josh
A North Indian lamb or beef curry prepared with roasted spices and simmered in a traditional sauce. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb or Beef Madras
A South Indian curry of your choice of meat (lamb or beef), tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves then cooked in a creamy coconut sauce. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb or Beef Pasanda
Tender boneless pieces of beef or lamb cooked with delicate spices in a mild and creamy almond and tomato gravy. (Gf)
Lamb or Beef Dhansak
Tender lamb or beef pieces cooked in a rich spicy mixed vegetables and lentil curry. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb/Beef or Goat Vindaloo
Hot and Spicy! Your choice of meat served with potatoes in a tangy and spicy tomato and onion gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Goat Curry
Goat meat on the bone, slow cooked with home ground spices in a traditional tomato and onion gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb Jalfrezi
Lamb cooked with seasonal vegetables in a sweet, tangy and thick tomato gravy. (Gf)
Dinner – Sea Food Curries
Butter Prawn
A Kiwi’s favourite – Prawn simmered in a rich sweet tomato and butter gravy. A subtle dish with tempting flavours. (Gf)
Kadai Prawn
King Prawns cooked in ground spices and herbs with julienne onions, tomato capsicum, pounded coriander, selected spices, ginger & garlic and chef special sauce. (Gf) (Df)
Prawn Saagwala
Succulent prawn pieces cooked with home ground spices nad simmered in a rich spinach gravy (GF) (DF)
Bombay Fish Curry
Fresh fish pieces prepared in a spicy tomato and onion sauce. (Gf) (Df)
Goa Style Fish
Fresh fish pieces cooked in aromatic spices and creamy coconut gravy. (Gf) (Df)
King Prawn Masala
Prawns cooked with capsicum and tomatoes in a thick spicy onion gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Malabari King Prawn
Prawns cooked with tomatoes simmered with spices in a coconut cream gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Prawn Jalfrezi
Prawns cooked with seasonal vegetables in a sweet and tangy tomato gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Balti Scallops or Fish
Your choice of scallops or fish cooked in a kadai with garlic, red capsicums, tomatoes and chunky onions. A semi dry curry. (Gf) (Df)
Fish Vindaloo
Hot and spicy! Marinated fresh fish cooked with potatoes in a tangy and spicy tomato and onion gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Prawn Vindaloo
Hot and spicy! King size prawns cooked with potatoes in a tangy and spicy tomato and onion gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Dinner – Vegetarian Curries
Mix Vegetable Curry
Mix of Vegetables cooked with whole ground Indian traditional spices and simmered in tomato and onion gravy.”
Kadai Vegetable Curry
Mix of vegetables cooked with whole ground Indian traditional spices and simmered in tomato and onion gravy. (Df) (Gf)
Butter Paneer
A Kiwi’s favourite – A homemade cottage cheese simmered in a rich sweet tomato and butter gravy. A subtle dish with tempting flavours.(Need to Add this on online menu)
Kadai Paneer
Semi dry curry made with cottage cheese, capsicum and Indian spices. (Gf)
Navratan Korma
Fresh chunky vegetables cooked in a rich, creamy cashew nut and almond gravy. (Gf)
Vegetable Madras
A South Indian vegetable curry tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves then cooked in a creamy coconut sauce. (Df) (Gf)
Malai Kofta
Homemade potato and cottage cheese balls cooked in a mild creamy cashew nut sauce.
Shahi Paneer
Homemade cottage cheese cooked with cashew, almond gravy and cream.
Palak Paneer
Cubes of homemade cottage cheese cooked with fresh spinach in a savoury sauce. (Gf)
Palak Paneer Makhani
Cubes of homemade cottage cheese cooked with fresh spinach gravy in a rich sweet tomato and butter sauce. (Gf)
Matar Paneer
Cubes of cottage cheese sautéed in garlic and then simmered with peas in a tomato and onion curry. (Gf)
Paneer Kurchan
Home made cottage cheese cooked with onion, tomato gravy and finished with bell papers. (Semi dry dish)
Vegetarian Mains
Paneer Tikka Masala
Homemade cottage cheese cooked with capsicum, tomatoes and onion. (Gf)
Sabnam Curry
Fresh mushrooms and paneer cubes cooked in rich creamy cashew nut gravy. (Gf)
Aloo Matar
Potato, green peas, onion, tomato cooked in rich tomato and onion gravy. (Gf)
Matar Mushroom
Fresh mushrooms and peas cooked in a savoury onion and tomato gravy. (Df) (Gf)
Methi Malai Matar
Rich creamy dish cooked with fenugreek leaves, green peas and spices.
Aloo Palak
Fresh blended spinach cooked with diced potatoes and aromatic spices in a tomato and onion gravy. (Df) (Gf)
Channa Masala
Chickpeas and diced potatoes cooked with tomatoes, fresh herbs and spices. (Df) (Gf)
Dal Makhani
Mixed lentils sautéed in butter and flavoured with fresh ground spices, then finished with cream. (Gf)
Dal Tadka
Cooked with split yellow lentils with spices, cumin seeds, turmeric, chillies and curry leaves.
Allo Gobi Adraki
Cubes of potatoes, cauliflower cooked with ground spices, chopped onions, ginger and tomato gravy. (Semi dry dish)
Sabj Makhanwalai
Mix vegetables cooked with creamy makhani sauce.
Sabji Miloni
Mixed Vegetables cooked in fresh spinach and onion gravy.
Vegetable Delhi Dahiwala
A medley of fresh vegetables cooked in Planet Spice’s special creamy yoghurt sauce. (Gf)
Biryani & Rice
Vegetarian Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice cooked with cottage cheese and mixed seasonal vegetables. Infused with freshly ground spices & garnished with coriander. A delicious meal served with raita. (Gf)
Chicken Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice cooked with chicken and infused with freshly ground spices & garnished with coriander. A delicious meal served with raita. (Gf)
Lamb Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice cooked with lamb and infused with freshly ground spices & garnished with coriander. A delicious meal served with raita. (Gf)
Prawn Biryani
Prawns cooked together with aromatic basmati rice on a slow fire and seasoned with aromatic spices. A hearty meal served with raita. (Gf)
Goat Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice cooked with goat meat and infused with freshly ground spices & garnished with coriander. A delicious meal served with raita.
Basmati Rice
Plain steamed basmati rice.
Coconut Rice
Basmati rice tossed with desiccated coconut, coconut cream, curry leaves and fried onions.
Jeera Rice
Steamed basmati rice tossed in wok with cumin seeds.
Green Peas Pulao
A mild, fragrant Indian pulao made with basmati rice and green peas.
Curd Rice
Rice mixed with beaten yoghurt, chillies and coriander.
Breads
Plain Naan
Leavened bread made of refined flour and baked in a tandoor.
Butter Naan
Leavened bread made of refined flour and baked in a tandoor, then brushed with fresh butter.
Garlic Naan
Leavened bread sprinkled with chopped garlic and coriander and baked in a tandoor.
Tandoori Roti
Traditional wholemeal unleavened bread.
Garlic Roti
Traditional wholemeal bread with chopped garlic and coriander baked in a tandoor.
Lachha Paratha
Layered butter rich wholemeal bread.
Roti Canai
Malaysian style bread cooked on a hot plate.
Onion Kulcha
Naan filled with spicy potatoes and onions.
Peshwari Naan
Naan filled with dry fruits and nuts.
Cheese Naan
Naan stuffed with delicious cheddar cheese.
Garlic & Cheese Naan
Naan stuffed with cheddar cheese and topped with garlic.
Cheese and olive naan
Leavened bread sprinkled with crushed garlic, olives and baked in a tandoor.
Chicken Tikka Cheese Naan
Naan filled with chopped chicken tikka and cheddar cheese.
Chocolate Naan
Naan filled with chocolate chips, coconut and cherries.
Keema Naan
Naan filled with spicy lamb mince and onions.
Paneer Kulcha
Naan stuffed with home made Indian cottage cheese, spices and baked in a tandoor.
Aloo Paratha
Unleavened wholemeal flour bread stuffed with mildly spiced mashed potato, onions, spices and baked in tandoor.
Pizza Naan (veg)
Naan filled with cheddar cheese, capsicum, and onions then topped with chilli flakes. Yum!
Pizza Naan (Chicken)
Naan filled with chicken, cheese, capsicum, and onions then topped with chilli flakes. Yum!
Sides
Chips
Chicken Nuggets
Crumbed Chicken Tenders (3)
Onion Rings
Crisscross Chips
Potato Wedges
With sour cream
Onion Salad
Green Salad
Kachumber
Diced onions, tomatoes, cucumber and coriander with a dash of lemon juice and delicate spices.
Mango Chutney
Mixed Pickles
Raita
Yoghurt mixed with cucumber and mild spices.
Plain Yoghurt
Poppadom (Gf)
Set Menus
Minimum two people.
Planet Vegetarian Banquet
Entrée: Onion Bhaji, Pakoras, Samosa and Kachori. Mains: Kadai Veg, Panner Tikka Masala, Dal Makhani Served with Rice and Butter Naan. Dessert: Gulab Jamun or Mango Kulfi.
Planet Non-Vegetarian Banquet
Entrée: Murg Malai Tikka, Seekh Kebab and Chicken Tikka. Mains: Butter Chicken, Lamb/Beef Rogan Josh and Goa Style Fish Served with Rice and Butter Naan. Dessert: Gulab Jamun or Mango Kulfi.
Dessert
Mango Kulfi
Homemade Indian ice cream made with mango flavour.
Chocolate Brownie
Served with chocolate sauce.
Gulab Jamun
Milk dumplings soaked in sugar syrup. (3 pieces)
Gulab Jamun with ice cream
Milk dumplings soaked in sugar syrup served with ice-cream. (2 pieces of Gulab Jamun with 1 scoop of vanilla ice-cream)
Chocolate Brownie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Served with chocolate sauce.
Kids Menu
Butter Chicken(Half Combo)
Curry, Rice, Naan
Mango Chicken(Half)
Curry, Rice, Naan
Mango Lassi
Lunch – Entrees
All curries include a serving of Plain Basmati Rice and a Butter Naan, Tandoori Roti or 2 Poppadoms. Curries can be made according to your taste buds – mild, medium, hot or Indian hot! We have curries to meet your dietary requirements that are Gluten Free (Gf) / Dairy Free (Df).
Onion Bhaji
Onion pieces marinated in a spicy batter and wok fried. (Gf)(Df)
Vegetable Pakoras
Fresh vegetables dipped in a spiced chickpea batter and wok fried. (Gf)
Samosas
Deep fired Indian pastry filled with spicy potatoes, mixed vegetables and served with tamarind chutney. (2 pieces)
Kachoris
Flaky pastry filled with sweet and spicy peas, coconut and sultanas. (3 pieces)
Poppadom Starter
5 crispy poppadoms cooked in a tandoor and served with mango chutney mixed pickles and raita. (Gf)
Bombay Aloo
A dry dish cooked with potatoes, cumin seeds, onion and spices. (Gf)(Df)
Samosa Chat
A dish contains a mixture of samosa, chickpea, tomatoes, onions, chutney and coriander.
Tandoori Mushrooms
Overnight marinated mushrooms roasted in tandoor and served with mint chutney. (Df)(5 pieces)
Lamb Curry Puffs
Thin deep-fried pastry filled with spicy lamb mince, peas and potatoes. (3 pieces)
Tandoori Chicken Wings
Chicken wings marinated in tandoori masala and barbequed in a tandoori oven. (Gf)
Seekh Kebabs
Lamb mince rolls deliciously spiced and cooked on skewers in a tandoori oven. (Gf)
Chicken Tikka
Boneless pieces of chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices overnight then cooked in a tandoori oven and served with a mint yoghurt sauce (Gf). Entree – 5 pieces, Main – 8 pieces (main size includes a serving of rice).
Murg Malai Tikka
Tender boneless pieces of chicken marinated in cream cheese, cashew nuts and delicate spices then roasted in the tandoor and served with pickled red cabbage. Entrée – 5 pieces, Main – 8 pieces (main size includes a serving of rice).
Fish Tikka
Boneless pieces of fish marinated in yogurt and spices overnight, then cooked in a tandoori oven and served with a mint yoghurt sauce (Gf). Entrée – 5 pieces, Main – 8 pieces (main size includes a serving of rice).
Paneer Tikka
Overnight marinated paneer (cottage cheese)roasted in a tandoor and served with mint chutney. (5 pieces)
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken marinated overnight in garlic, ginger, tandoori masala and yoghurt then roasted in a tandoori oven. (Gf)
Vegetarian Platter
A delicious platter of Kachori, Pakora, Samosa & Onion Bhaji.
Mixed Platter
A platter of Pakora, Kachori, Chicken Tikka and Seekh Kebab. (2 pieces each)
Tandoori Platter
A sizzling platter with a combination of Tandoori Chicken Tikka, Fish Tikka, Seekh Kebab and Murg Malai Tikka. (2 pieces each)
Lunch – Chicken Curries
All curries include a serving of Plain Basmati Rice and a Butter Naan, Tandoori Roti or 2 Poppadoms. Curries can be made according to your taste buds – mild, medium, hot or Indian hot! We have curries to meet your dietary requirements that are Gluten Free (Gf) / Dairy Free (Df).
Butter Chicken
A Kiwi’s favourite – Boneless barbequed chicken simmered in a rich sweet tomato and butter gravy. A subtle dish with tempting flavours. (Gf)
Kadai Chicken
A special kadai sauce cooked with whole ground Indian traditional spices and simmered in tomato and onion gravy. (Gf)
Chicken Korma
Tender boneless chicken pieces in a rich creamy cashew nut and almond sauce. (Gf)
Mango Chicken
Barbequed tandoori chicken cooked in a delicious sweet and creamy mango sauce. (Gf)
Balti Chicken
Chicken pieces cooked in a kadai with onions, capsicums, tomatoes and aromatic spices. A semi-dry curry. (Gf) (Df)
Chicken De Goa
A chicken curry cooked with fresh mixed vegetables and coconut cream. (Gf)
Chicken Saagwala
Succulent chicken pieces cooked with home ground spices and simmered in a rich spinach gravy. (Gf)
Chicken Tikka Masala
Tandoori chicken pieces cooked with garlic and fresh capsicums in a tomato and onion sauce. (Gf)
Chicken Delhi Dahiwala
Tender barbequed chicken pieces cooked in a creamy yoghurt sauce with chef’s special Planet Spices. (Gf)
Chicken Vindaloo
Hot and Spicy! Chicken served with potatoes in a tangy, spicy tomato and onion gravy. (Gf)
Chicken Jalfrezi
Chicken cooked with seasonal vegetables in a sweet, tangy and thick tomato gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Chicken Madras
A South Indian chicken curry tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves then cooked in a creamy coconut sauce. (Gf)
Chicken Pasanda
Tender boneless pieces of chicken cooked with aromatic spices in a slightly sweet, mild and creamy almond and tomato gravy. (Gf)
Bhuna Chicken
Dry preparation of roasted marinated chunks of boneless chicken, stir fried with fresh ginger, garlic, capsicum, onions, grounded spices with slight smear of tomato-based gravy and bhuna masala. (Gf) (Df)
Chicken Rogan Josh
A North Indian Chicken curry prepared with roasted spices and simmered in a traditional sauce. (Gf) (Df)
Murg Methi Malai
Marinated chicken cooked with fenugreek leaves, tomatoes and grounded spices in a creamy cashew sauce. (Gf)
Chicken Afghani
A creamy dish cooked with marinated chicken, yoghurt, onions, cashews, almond gravy and traditional spices. (Gf)
Lunch – Lamb, Beef, Goat Curries
All curries include a serving of Plain Basmati Rice and a Butter Naan, Tandoori Roti or 2 Poppadoms. Curries can be made according to your taste buds – mild, medium, hot or Indian hot! We have curries to meet your dietary requirements that are Gluten Free (Gf) / Dairy Free (Df).
Butter Lamb
A Kiwi’s favourite ~ Lamb simmered in a rich sweet tomato and butter gravy. A subtle dish with tempting flavours. (Gf)
Kadai Lamb or Beef
A special kadai sauce cooked with whole ground Indian traditional spices and simmered in a tomato and onion gravy. (Gf)
Bhuna Lamb or Beef
Dry preparation of roasted marinated chunks of lamb or beef, stir fried with fresh ginger, garlic, capsicum, onions, grounded spices with slight smear of tomato-based gravy and bhuna masala. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb or Beef Afghani
A creamy dish of lamb or beef cooked in yoghurt, onions, cashews, almond gravy and traditional spices. (Gf)
Lamb or Beef Korma
Tender boneless lamb or beef pieces in a rich creamy cashew nut and almond sauce. (Gf)
Balti Lamb or Beef
Lamb pieces cooked in a kadai with onions, capsicums, tomatoes and aromatic spices. A semi-dry curry. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb or Beef Saagwalla
Succulent lamb cooked with aromatic home ground spices and simmered in rich tomato and spinach gravy. (Gf)
Banglori Lamb
Tender pieces of lamb marinated in spices and cooked with potatoes and coconut cream. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb or Beef Rogan Josh
A North Indian lamb or beef curry prepared with roasted spices and simmered in a traditional sauce. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb or Beef Madras
A South Indian curry of your choice of meat (lamb or beef), tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves then cooked in a creamy coconut sauce. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb or Beef Pasanda
Tender boneless pieces of beef or lamb cooked with delicate spices in a mild and creamy almond and tomato gravy. (Gf)
Lamb or Beef Dhansak
Tender lamb or beef pieces cooked in a rich spicy mixed vegetables and lentil curry. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb/Beef or Goat Vindaloo
Hot and Spicy! Your choice of meat served with potatoes in a tangy and spicy tomato and onion gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Goat Curry
Goat meat on the bone, slow cooked with home ground spices in a traditional tomato and onion gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Lamb Jalfrezi
Lamb cooked with seasonal vegetables in a sweet, tangy and thick tomato gravy. (Gf)
Lunch – Sea Food Curries
All curries include a serving of Plain Basmati Rice and a Butter Naan, Tandoori Roti or 2 Poppadoms. Curries can be made according to your taste buds – mild, medium, hot or Indian hot! We have curries to meet your dietary requirements that are Gluten Free (Gf) / Dairy Free (Df).
Butter Prawn
A Kiwi’s favourite – Prawn simmered in a rich sweet tomato and butter gravy. A subtle dish with tempting flavours. (Gf)
Prawn Saagwala
Kadai Prawn
King Prawns cooked in ground spices and herbs with julienne onions, tomato capsicum, pounded coriander, selected spices, ginger & garlic and chef special sauce. (Gf) (Df)
Bombay Fish Curry
Fresh fish pieces prepared in a spicy tomato and onion sauce. (Gf) (Df)
Goa Style Fish
Fresh fish pieces cooked in aromatic spices and creamy coconut gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Mangalori Fish Curry
A popular fish curry from Mangalore with different flavours of onions, tomatoes and special spices. (Gf) (Df)
King Prawn Masala
Prawns cooked with capsicum and tomatoes in a thick spicy onion gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Malabari King Prawn
Prawns cooked with tomatoes simmered with spices in a coconut cream gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Prawn Jalfrezi
Prawns cooked with seasonal vegetables in a sweet and tangy tomato gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Balti Scallops or Fish
Your choice of scallops or fish cooked in a kadai with garlic, red capsicums, tomatoes and chunky onions. A semi dry curry. (Gf) (Df)
Fish Vindaloo
Hot and spicy! Marinated fresh fish cooked with potatoes in a tangy and spicy tomato and onion gravy. (Gf) (Df)
Lunch – Vegetarian Curries
All curries include a serving of Plain Basmati Rice and a Butter Naan, Tandoori Roti or 2 Poppadoms. Curries can be made according to your taste buds – mild, medium, hot or Indian hot! We have curries to meet your dietary requirements that are Gluten Free (Gf) / Dairy Free (Df).
Kadai Vegetable Curry
Mix of vegetables cooked with whole ground Indian traditional spices and simmered in tomato and onion gravy. (Df) (Gf)
Mix Vegetable Curry
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Butter Paneer
A Kiwi’s favourite – A homemade cottage cheese simmered in a rich sweet tomato and butter gravy. A subtle dish with tempting flavours.
Kadai Paneer
Semi dry curry made with cottage cheese, capsicum and Indian spices. (Gf)
Navratan Korma
Fresh chunky vegetables cooked in a rich, creamy cashew nut and almond gravy. (Gf)
Vegetable Madras
A South Indian vegetable curry tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves then cooked in a creamy coconut sauce. (Df) (Gf)
Malai Kofta
Homemade potato and cottage cheese balls cooked in a mild creamy cashew nut sauce.
Shahi Paneer
Homemade cottage cheese cooked with cashew, almond gravy and cream.
Palak Paneer
Cubes of homemade cottage cheese cooked with fresh spinach in a savoury sauce. (Gf)
Palak Paneer Makhani
Cubes of homemade cottage cheese cooked with fresh spinach gravy in a rich sweet tomato and butter sauce. (Gf)
Matar Paneer
Cubes of cottage cheese sautéed in garlic and then simmered with peas in a tomato and onion curry. (Gf)
Lunch – Vegetarian Mains
Paneer Kurchan
Home made cottage cheese cooked with onion, tomato gravy and finished with bell papers. (Semi dry dish)
Paneer Tikka Masala
Homemade cottage cheese cooked with capsicum, tomatoes and onion. (Gf)
Sabnam Curry
Fresh mushrooms and paneer cubes cooked in rich creamy cashew nut gravy. (Gf)
Aloo Matar
Potato, green peas, onion, tomato cooked in rich tomato and onion gravy. (Gf)
Matar Mushroom
Fresh mushrooms and peas cooked in a savoury onion and tomato gravy. (Df) (Gf)
Methi Malai Matar
Rich creamy dish cooked with fenugreek leaves, green peas and spices.
Aloo Palak
Fresh blended spinach cooked with diced potatoes and aromatic spices in a tomato and onion gravy. (Df) (Gf)
Channa Masala
Chickpeas and diced potatoes cooked with tomatoes, fresh herbs and spices. (Df) (Gf)
Dal Makhani
Mixed lentils sautéed in butter and flavoured with fresh ground spices, then finished with cream. (Gf)
Dal Tadka
Cooked with split yellow lentils with spices, cumin seeds, turmeric, chillies and curry leaves.
Allo Gobi Adraki
Cubes of potatoes, cauliflower cooked with ground spices, chopped onions, ginger and tomato gravy. (Semi dry dish)
Sabji Makhanwalai
Mix vegetables cooked with creamy makhani sauce.
Sabji Miloni
Mixed Vegetables cooked in fresh spinach and onion gravy.
Vegetable Delhi Dahiwala
A medley of fresh vegetables cooked in Planet Spice’s special creamy yoghurt sauce. (Gf)
Lunch – Biriyani & Rice
Vegetarian Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice cooked with cottage cheese and mixed seasonal vegetables. Infused with freshly ground spices & garnished with coriander. A delicious meal served with raita. (Gf)
Chicken Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice cooked with chicken and infused with freshly ground spices & garnished with coriander. A delicious meal served with raita. (Gf)
Lamb Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice cooked with lamb and infused with freshly ground spices & garnished with coriander. A delicious meal served with raita. (Gf)
Prawn Biryani
Prawns cooked together with aromatic basmati rice on a slow fire and seasoned with aromatic spices. A hearty meal served with raita. (Gf)
Goat Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice cooked with goat meat and infused with freshly ground spices & garnished with coriander. A delicious meal served with raita.
Basmati Rice
Plain steamed basmati rice.
Coconut Rice
Basmati rice tossed with desiccated coconut, coconut cream, curry leaves and fried onions.
Jeera Rice
Steamed basmati rice tossed in wok with cumin seeds.
Green Peas Pulao
A mild, fragrant Indian pulao made with basmati rice and green peas.
Curd Rice
Rice mixed with beaten yoghurt, chillies and coriander.
Lunch – Breads
Plain Naan
Leavened bread made of refined flour and baked in a tandoor.
Butter Naan
Leavened bread made of refined flour and baked in a tandoor, then brushed with fresh butter.
Garlic Naan
Leavened bread sprinkled with chopped garlic and coriander and baked in a tandoor.
Tandoori Roti
Traditional wholemeal unleavened bread.
Garlic Roti
Traditional wholemeal bread with chopped garlic and coriander baked in a tandoor.
Lachha Paratha
Layered butter rich wholemeal bread.
Roti Canai
Malaysian style bread cooked on a hot plate.
Onion Kulcha
Naan filled with spicy potatoes and onions.
Peshwari Naan
Naan filled with dry fruits and nuts.
Cheese Naan
Naan stuffed with delicious cheddar cheese.
Garlic & Cheese Naan
Naan stuffed with cheddar cheese and topped with garlic.
Cheese and olive naan
Leavened bread sprinkled with crushed garlic, olives and baked in a tandoor.
Chicken Tikka Cheese Naan
Naan filled with chopped chicken tikka and cheddar cheese.
Chocolate Naan
Naan filled with chocolate chips, coconut and cherries.
Keema Naan
Naan filled with spicy lamb mince and onions.
Paneer Kulcha
Naan stuffed with home made Indian cottage cheese, spices and baked in a tandoor.
Aloo Paratha
Unleavened wholemeal flour bread stuffed with mildly spiced mashed potato, onions, spices and baked in tandoor.
Pizza Naan (veg)
Naan filled with cheddar cheese, capsicum, and onions then topped with chilli flakes. Yum!
Pizza Naan (Chicken)
Naan filled with chicken, cheese, capsicum, and onions then topped with chilli flakes. Yum!
Lunch – Sides
Chips
Crisscross Chips
Onion Rings
Crumbed Chicken Tenders (3)
Potato Wedges
With sour cream
Onion Salad
Green Salad
Kachumber
Diced onions, tomatoes, cucumber and coriander with a dash of lemon juice and delicate spices.
Mango Chutney
Mixed Pickles
Raita
Yoghurt mixed with cucumber and mild spices.
Plain Yoghurt
Poppadom
(Gf)
Lunch – Set Menus
Minimum two people.
Planet Vegetarian Banquet
Entrée: Onion Bhaji, Pakoras, Samosa and Kachori. Mains: Kadai Veg, Panner Tikka Masala, Dal Makhani Served with Rice and Butter Naan. Dessert: Gulab Jamun or Mango Kulfi.
Planet Non-Vegetarian Banquet
Entrée: Murg Malai Tikka, Seekh Kebab and Chicken Tikka. Mains: Butter Chicken, Lamb/Beef Rogan Josh and Goa Style Fish Served with Rice and Butter Naan. Dessert: Gulab Jamun or Mango Kulfi.
Lunch – Dessert
Mango Kulfi
Homemade Indian ice cream made with mango flavour.
Chocolate Brownie
Served with chocolate sauce.
Gulab Jamun
Milk dumplings soaked in sugar syrup. (3 pieces)
Gulab Jamun with ice cream
Milk dumplings soaked in sugar syrup served with ice-cream. (2 pieces of Gulab Jamun with 1 scoop of vanilla ice-cream)
Chocolate Brownie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Served with chocolate sauce.
Spirits
Extra Nip $5.00
Jim Beam (Bourbon)
Johnie Walker Red Label (Whiskey)
Johnie Walker Black Label (Whiskey)
Alcoholic Cocktail
Bhang Lassi
Flavoured liqueur mixed with Planet Spice’s delicious Mango Lassi.
Blue Lagoon
Vodka, Blue Curacao, Lemonade, Lime Juice and sliced lemon.
Pineapple Lime Punch
Vodka, Pineapple Juice, Lemonade, Lime Juice and sliced lemon.
Beer
Kingfisher -330 ml
Steinlager Light
Asahi (Japan)
White Wine
Jacob’s Creek Mascato Rose
Light and refreshing with red summer berry flavours. The wine is elegantly balanced on the palate with fine bubbles and a crisp finish creating a tantalising drinking experience.
Lindauer Brut Cuvee (200ml)
An internationally acclaimed NZ méthode traditionelle that is light and golden in colour with attractive fresh fruit flavours.
Montana Sauvignon Blanc
The Sav that pops with flavours of ripe capsicum and gooseberry with hints of pungency sit well with the supporting tropical fruit flavours.
Red Wine
Montana Pinot Noir
It is generously fruit driven Pinot Noir displays savoury tannins and bright fruit flavours.
Villa Maria Private Bin Marlborough Pinot Noir
An aromatic bouquet of ripe cherry and dark doris plums. On the palate the wine displays complex savoury oak and spice elements with underlying dark berry fruit notes.
Huntaway Reserve Central Otago Pinot Noir
From the renowned Bendigo region of Central Otago this wine shows vibrant fruit aromas with hints of violets. On the palate, a rich array of ripe, spicy cherry and plum flavours deliver a richly satisfying mouth feel.
Non Alcoholic Mocktail
Lemon Lime Bitters
Lemonade, Lime Cordial, Aromatic Bitters and sliced lemon.
Blue Lagoon
Blue Curacao, Lemonade, Lime juice and sliced lemon.
Pineapple Lime Punch
Pineapple juice, Lime juice, Lemonade and sliced lemon.
Non Alcoholic Soft Drinks
Coke, Sprite, Fanta, Diet Coke, Coke Zero
Bundaberg Ginger Beer
Coke or Sprite with raspberry
Tea
Chai (Masala tea)
English Breakfast
Earl Grey
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Against typical prices in Wellington
- Butter chicken Typical in Wellington: $20.50 $14.50
- Chicken tikka masala Typical in Wellington: $22.00 $14.50
- Chicken biryani Typical in Wellington: $22.99 $24.00
- Chicken korma Typical in Wellington: $22.00 $14.50
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