Yellow Chilli Indian Restaurant serves Kelburn from its Upland Road dining room, with table bookings for guests who want to eat in and pickup or delivery for meals at home. The kitchen explores regional Indian cooking while leaving room for selected Indo-Chinese combinations. Its menu is substantial enough for a quick curry and bread, but its platters, biryanis and banquet options make sharing across the table especially appealing.
Chaat and tandoor-cooked starters provide a lively introduction. Vegetarian choices include paneer tikka, soya chaap, vegetable seekh kebab and tandoori broccoli, while the non-vegetarian side of the grill covers chicken, fish, lamb and prawns. Mixed platters gather several of those preparations together, offering a useful route through the tandoor before diners move on to biryani or curry.
Parda biryani is one of the menu's more distinctive centrepieces, arriving sealed beneath a layer of dough with fillings that range from vegetables and jackfruit to chicken, lamb, goat or prawns. The curry list travels widely too. Chicken tikka lababdar and lamb rara sit beside Champaran-style goat, Goan fish and meen moli, while diners can select their preferred heat and use rice or breads to complete the plate.
Meat-free diners have a full set of choices rather than a token side section, including dal, chana, paneer, kofta, jackfruit and a separate vegan menu. Indo-Asian noodles and chilli dishes bring another flavour direction, and fixed banquets simplify ordering for groups. Kulfi, beetroot halwa and paan gulkand ice cream offer unusual finishes, while masala chai, lassi and cooling Indian refreshments carry the theme into the drinks list.
Address: 92 Upland Road, Kelburn, Wellington 6012, New Zealand
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Yellow Chilli Menu
Tandoori Platters
Veg Platter For Two
Consists of paneer tikka, malai soya chaap, Veg seekh kebab & tandoori broccoli.
Mix Platter For Two
Consists of paneer tikka, malai soya chaap , garlic chicken tikka & lamb seekh kebab.
Non Veg Platter For Two
Consists of chicken tikka, basil chicken tikka, fish tikka, garlic prawns & lamb seekh kebab.
Vegetarian Starters
Papdi Chaat
Papdi crackers with diced potatoes & topped with yoghurt, mint & tamarind chutney.
Samosa Chaat
Crumbled samosas topped with tangy chickpea curry, yoghurt, chutneys & chopped onions.
Pani Puri
Mini poories with spiced potatoes doused with mint spicy water. (6 Pcs)
Cheesy Broccoli
Tender broccoli florets topped with a rich, melted cheese sauce, then baked to golden perfection for a creamy & savoury dish.
Honey Chilli Potato
Fried potato fingers tossed in honey chilli sauce.
Palak Patta Ki Chaat
Crispy fried spinach leaves coated with chickpea flour topped with yoghurt, mint & tamarind chutney. (GF)
Vegetable Pakora
Fresh vegetables battered in chickpea flour and deep fried, served with tamarind chutney. (4 Pcs) (GF)
Onion Bhaji
Sliced onion mixed with spices, chickpea flour, deep fried & served with tamarind chutney. (4 Pcs) (GF)
Samosa
Crispy golden pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas & served with tamarind chutney. (2 Pcs)
Paneer Tikka
Cottage cheese marinated in tandoori masala skewered & grilled in tandoor. (6 Pcs)
Tandoori Soya Chaap
Soya morsels marinated in tandoori masala skewered & grilled in tandoor. (8 Pcs)
Veg Seekh Kebab
Minced vegetables & spices threaded onto skewers & tandoor grilled. (4 Pcs)
Karare Aloo
Baby potatoes, shallow fried tossed with spices, onions & tamarind chuntney.
Dahi Ke Kebab
Crisp exterior gives way to a soft, creamy filling of yogurt & cottage cheese. (4 Pcs)
Tandoori Starters
Bihari Lamb Kebab
Thin strips of lamb marinated in special Bihari masala, skewered & grilled in tandoor.
Lamb Gilafi Seekh Kebab
Ground lamb coated with chopped onions, capsicum, & herbs, grilled to perfection. (4 Pcs)
Lamb Chop
Lamb chops marinated in a blend of spices & yoghurt, grilled to perfection. (4 Pcs)
Fish Koliwada
Fish coated in aromatic spices, chickpea flour & deep-fried. (6 Pcs) (GF)
Garlic Prawns
Prawns marinated in yoghurt, infused with garlic, spices & grilled in tandoor. (8 Pcs)
Chicken Lollipop
Frenched chicken drumette coated in batter, fried, tossed in special hot garlic sauce. (6 Pcs)
Basil Chicken Tikka
Chicken pieces marinated in Fresh basil, herbs & spices, then chargrilled in tandoor. (6 Pcs)
Tandoori Chicken
Boned chicken pieces marinated in special tandoori masala chargrilled in tandoor.
Tandoori Chicken Tikka
Chicken pieces marinated in tandoori masala & chargrilled in tandoor. (6 Pcs)
Garlic Chicken Tikka
Chicken pieces marinated in yoghurt infused with garlic & chargrilled in tandoor. (6 Pcs)
Cheese Malai Chicken Tikka
Chicken pieces marinated in yoghurt, cheese and spices & chargrilled in tandoor. (6 Pcs)
Tandoori Prawns
Prawns marinated in tandoori masala & grilled in tandoor. (8 Pcs)
Lamb Seekh Kebab
Minced lamb mixed with spices & herbs, then grilled to perfection. (4 Pcs)
Chicken 65
Marinated chicken pieces deep fried & finished with a tempering of curry leaves.
Butter Chicken Bomb
An explosion of flavours wrapped in a crispy shell. (4 Pcs)
Fish Tikka
Fish pieces marinated with mustard oil, carom seeds, spices, yoghurt, skewered & roasted in tandoor. (8 Pcs)
Biryani
Parda Biryani is a fragrant, aromatic rich dish layered with option of your choice & sealed under a crispy dough crust. Baked to perfection, it unlocks a burst of flavours, offering a unique & indulgent dining experience.
Parda Biryani (Our Speciality)
Served with fresh vegetable raita.
Non Vegetarian Mains
Chicken Tikka Masala
Tikka masala meat is cooked with capsicum, tomatoes, onions & aromatic spices.
Chicken Tikka Lababdar
Chargrilled chicken tikka cooked in a rich, creamy tomato cashew gravy with a touch of butter.
Lamb Rara
A delightful combination of lamb pieces with lamb mince.
Mango Chicken
Succulent pieces of chicken cooked in chef’s special mango sauce.
Rogan Josh
Aromatic Kashmiri style lamb curry, slow cooked in a rich, spiced yoghurt & tomato gravy.
Korma
Meat cooked in a rich, creamy sauce with aromatic spices, nuts, & a hint of sweetness.
Jalfrezi
Stir-fried curry with choice of meat, cooked in a tangy tomato sauce with bell peppers, onions & spices.
Madras
Sauce infused with a blend of spices, mustard seeds ,curry leaves & coconut.
Saag
Velvety spinach sauce, enriched with cream & infused with aromatic spices.
Barni
Chef’s special recipe from his hometown, tender pieces of meat cooked in special ground spices.
Champaran (Goat) Curry
Goat boned curry with bold spices, garlic & mustard oil, inspired by the flavours of Bihar.
Goat Curry
Tender pieces of boned meat cooked with onions, tomatoes, & aromatic spices.
Kashmiri Lamb Kanti
Semi-dry,pieces of lamb sauteed with kashmiri spices, yoghurt, & mustard oil.
Butter Chicken
Traditional style recipe of grilled boneless chicken pieces cooked in tomato & cashew paste.
Murg Rezala
Chicken pieces simmered in a rich aromatic gravy of yoghurt, cashew, & poppy seeds.
Vindaloo
A fiery & tangy curry made with your choice of meat, simmered in a bold mix vinegar, spices & hot chillies.
Kadai
Freshly ground kadai masala with the combination of onions, tomatoes & capsicum.
Chettinad Curry (Hot)
This spicy meat curry is made with freshly ground spices & grated coconut. Must Try.
Goan Fish Curry
An authentic Goan recipe, fish cooked in rich masala made of coconut, garlic & tamarind.
Chingari (Prawn) Malai
A Bengali classic featuring prawns simmered in a creamy coconut gravy, & delicately spiced.
Meen Moli
Traditional Kerala fish curry made with tender fish simmered in a mild, aromatic coconut gravy.
Vegetarian Mains
Dum Aloo Punjabi
Baby potatoes cooked with spices & yoghurt.
Jeeraaloo
Potatoes are sauteed with cumin seeds & spices.
Aloo Gobhi Adraki
Potatoes & cauliflower cooked with aromatic spices & herbs.
Dal Tadka
Dal Tadka are cooked yellow lentils which are tempered with oilfried spices & herbs.
Dal Makhani
Creamy black lentils simmered with butter, cream & a blend of spices for a rich hearty flavour.
Channa Masala
A classic delicacy made with chickpeas, blend of spices withchef’s secret touch.
Navratan Korma
A creamy curry featuring a medley of vegetables, fruits, & paneer cooked with aromatic spices & a rich cashew sauce.
Subz Diwani Handi
A gourmet recipe with mixed seasonal vegetables, diced paneer & chopped spinach.
Matar Masala
Green peas cooked in a robust, onion tomato gravy with a blend of spices.
Kadai
Freshly ground kadai masala with the combination of onions, tomatoes and capsicum.
Palak (Spianch)
Velvety spinach creamy sauce with your choice of option.
Indian Fusion
Paneer Jalfrezi
Paneer cubes stir fried with capsicum, onions, tomatoes & a spicy tangy sauce.
Paneer Tikka Masala
Succulent cubes of paneer cooked with capsicum, tomatoes, onions & aromatic spices.
Paneer Butter Masala
Paneer cubes cooked in a rich & creamy curry made with onion, tomatoes, cashew, & butter.
Malai Kofta
Soft paneer & potato dumplings dunked in a smooth, rich, mildly sweet & lighty spiced curry.
Paneer Makhani
Cubes of paneer cooked in a rich creamy tomato gravy.
Baingan Masala (Eggplant)
Tender eggplant cooked in a rich tomato gravy with a blend of aromatic spices.
Aloo Baingan (Potato Eggplant)
Potatoes & eggplant cooked in a rich tomato gravy with a blend of aromatic spices.
Baingan Ka Bharta (Roasted Eggplant Mash)
Smoked & mashed eggplant cooked with onions, tomatoes, & a blend of spices.
Bhindi (Okra) Masala
North Indian dish of sauteed okra cooked with onions, tomatoes & spices.
Jackfruit(Kathal)Masala
Tender jackfruit simmered in a spiced tomato- onion gravy.
Paneer Lababdar
Paneer cubes cooked in a rich, creamy tomato cashew gravy with a touch of butter.
Soya Chaap Masala
Soya morsels sauteed onions, tomatoes, capsicum & an array of aromatic spices.
Indo-Italian Mains
Paneer Tikka Pasta
A fusion of creamy pasta tossed with tandoori-marinated paneer, capsicum & tikka spices for a bold Indo-Italian twist.
Butter Chicken Pasta
Pasta meets curry in this deliciously creamy butter chicken pasta.
Butter Garlic Prawns
Pan-fried prawns, loaded with garlic, butter ,a kick of chilli, fresh lemon juice & fresh parsley.
Korma Alfredo Chicken Pasta
Tender chicken tossed in a silky blend of classic Alfredo & Indian korma sauce.
Indo-Asian Mains
Paneer Chilli (Dry/Gravy)
Crispy paneer cubes tosssed in a tangy, spicy sauce with capsicum & onion.
Chilli Chicken (Dry/Gravy)
Crispy chicken pieces tossed in a tangy, spicy sauce with capsicum & onion.
Chowmien
Indo-Chinese made by stir frying noodle dish with options to choose.
Fried Rice
Indo-Chinese made by stir frying cooked rice with option to choose.
Thai Green Curry
A fragant & creamy thai dish made with green curry paste, coconut milk & vegetables.
Thai Red Curry
A rich thai dish featuring red curry paste, coconut milk & vegetables.
Breads
Bread Basket
Combination of four breads – Plain naan, roti, garlic naan and one stuffed naan of your choice
Plain Naan
Butter Naan
Garlic Naan
Cheese Naan
Cheese & Garlic Naan
Cheese & Chilli Naan
Kulcha (Aloo/Onion)
Paneer Kulcha
Lamb Keema Naan
Chicken Keema Naan
Peshwari Naan
Chocolate Naan
Tandoori Roti
Butter Roti
Garlic Tandoori Roti
Methi(Fenugreek) Roti
Lachha Paratha
Pudina Paratha
Methi(Fenugreek) Paratha
Ajwain(Carom Seeds) Paratha
Aloo-Onion Paratha
Paneer Paratha
Gluten Free Breads
Tandoori Roti
Missi Roti
Rice
Kashmiri Pulao
Basmati rice cooked fruits & nuts.
Plain Rice
Steamed Basmati rice.
Pea Rice
Basmati rice cooked with fresh green peas.
Coconut Rice
Basmati rice cooked with curry leaves & grated coconut.
Lemon Rice
Basmati rice cooked with mustard seeds, & lemon juice.
Jeera Rice
Basmati rice cooked with cumin seeds.
Sides
Kachumber Salad
Onion Salad
Fresh Yoghurt
Mixed Pickle
Papadum Roasted (4Pcs)
Papadum Fried (4Pcs)
Masala(2Pcs)
Mix Vegetable Raita
Side Platter
(combination of 4 papadum, pickle, raita and mango chutney)
Chutney
Mint Chutney
Mango Chutney
Tamarind Chutney
Banquet Menu
Vegetarian Banquet Menu $45 per person (minimum 2 people or more). Non-Vegetarian Banquet Menu $55 per person (minimum 2 people or more).
Vegetable Samosa
Vegetarian Banquet Menu starter.
Onion Bhaji
Vegetarian Banquet Menu starter.
Malai Kofta
Vegetarian Banquet Menu main.
Palak Paneer
Vegetarian Banquet Menu main.
Dal Makhani
Vegetarian Banquet Menu main.
Basmati Rice
Vegetarian Banquet Menu accompaniment.
Plain Naan
Vegetarian Banquet Menu accompaniment.
Samosa
Non-Vegetarian Banquet Menu starter.
Garlic Chicken Tikka
Non-Vegetarian Banquet Menu starter.
Seekh Kebab
Non-Vegetarian Banquet Menu starter.
Butter Chicken
Non-Vegetarian Banquet Menu main.
Lamb Rogan Josh
Non-Vegetarian Banquet Menu main.
Diwani Handi
Non-Vegetarian Banquet Menu main.
Basmati Rice
Non-Vegetarian Banquet Menu accompaniment.
Plain Naan
Non-Vegetarian Banquet Menu accompaniment.
Desserts
French Vanilla Ice Cream
Gulab Jamun 2 Pieces
Golden sweet milk dumplings soaked in rose and cardamom infused sugar syrup.
Mango Kulfi
Indian style Ice Cream (Kulfi) served in mango flavour.
Gulab Jamun With French Vanilla Ice Cream
Delicious duo of hot Gulab Jamun served with French Vanilla Ice Cream.
Beetroot Halwa
Delicious Indian sweet made with grated beetroots with milk.
Pan Gulkand Ice Cream
This ice cream has all the flavours of meetha (sweet) paan.
Kids Menu
(10 Years and under)
Lord Of Fries
Classic hot chips served with tomato sauce.
Butter The Chicken
Kid’s portion butter chicken served with a portion of rice and plain Naan.
Mango The Tango
Kid’s portion mango chicken served with a portion of rice and plain Naan.
Lentils (Protien) Power (V)
Kids portion yellow lentils served with rice & plain naan. (V)
Creamy Chicken Korma
Kid’s portion creamy chicken korma served with a portion of rice and plain Naan.
Vegan Platter
Vegan Platter for Two
Consists of vegetable samosa, vegetable pakora, aloo matar tikki & onion bhaji.
Vegan Starters
Samosa 2 Pcs
Crispy golden pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas & served with tamarind chutney.
Onion Bhaji 4 Pcs (GF)
Sliced onion mixed with spices, chickpea flour, deep fried, & served with tamarind chutney.
Vegetable Pakora 4 Pcs (GF)
Vegetables battered in chickpea flour, & deep fried, served with tamarind chutney.
Palak Patta Ki Chaat (GF)
Crispy fried spinach leaves coated with chickpea flour, topped with tamarind chutney.
Pani Puri 6 Pcs
Mini poories with spiced potatoes doused with mint spicy water.
Samosa Chaat
Crumbled samosas topped with tangy chickpea curry, tamarind chutney & chopped onions.
Honey Chilli Potato (GF)
Fried potato fingers tossed in honey chilli sauce.
Karare Aloo (GF)
Baby potatoes, shallow fried tossed with spices, onions, & tamarind chutney.
Veg Seekh Kebab 4 Pcs (GF)
Minced vegetables & spices threaded onto skewers & tandoor grilled.
Vegan Mains
Jeera Aloo
Potatoes are sauteed with cumin seeds & spices.
Dal Tadka
Dal Tadka are cooked yellow lentils, which are tempered with oil, fried spices & herbs.
Channa Masala
A classic delicacy made with chickpeas, blend of spices with chef’s secret touch.
Aloo Gobhi Adraki
Potatoes & cauliflower cooked with aromatic spices & herbs.
Subz Diwani Handi
A gourmet recipe with mixed seasonal vegetables, & chopped spinach.
Bhindi (Okra) Masala
North Indian dish of sauteed okra cooked with onions, tomatoes & spices.
Soya Chaap Masala
Soya morsels sauteed onions, tomatoes, capsicum & an array of aromatic spices.
Jalfrezi
Stir-fried curry with your choice, cooked in a tangy tomato sauce with capsicum, onions & spices.
Matar Masala
Green peas cooked in a robust, onion-tomato gravy with a blend of spices.
Kadai
Freshly ground kadai masala with the combination of onions, tomatoes & mixed capsicum.
Madras
Sauce infused with a blend of spices, mustard seeds, curry leaves & coconut.
Palak (Spinach)
Velvety spinach sauce, infused with aromatic spices.
Jackerфruit (Kathal) Masala
Tender jackfruit simmered in a spiced tomato-onion gravy.
Baingan Masala (Eggplant)
Tender eggplant cooked in a rich tomato gravy with a blend of aromatic spices.
Aloo Baingan (Potato Eggplant)
Potatoes & eggplant cooked in a rich tomato gravy with a blend of aromatic spices.
Vegan Biryani
Parda Biryani (Our Speciality)
Parda Biryani is a fragrant, aromatic rich dish layered with option of your choice & sealed under a crispy dough crust. Baked to perfection, it unlocks a brust of flavours, offering a unique & indulgent dining experience.
Vegan Breads
We use Vegan butter
Tandoori Roti
Butter Roti
Garlic Tandoori Roti
Methi(Fenugreek) Roti
Lachha Paratha
Pudina Paratha
Methi(Fenugreek) Paratha
Ajwain(Carom Seeds) Paratha
Aloo-Onion Paratha
Peshwari Paratha
Tandoori Roti
Missi Roti
Fresh Start
Yellow Chilli Special Masala Chai (Tea)
Flavoured tea beverage made by brewing black tea with a mixture of aromatic Indian spices and herbs.
Aam Ka Panna
Tangy raw mango flavoured drink made with black pepper, salt and roasted cumin.
Jal Jeera
A delightfully tangy and refreshing drink made with roasted cumin, mint and lemon.
Yellow Chilli Special Masala Lassi
Traditional Indian spicy yoghurt drink with coriander and cumin powder.
Waters and Tonics
Bottled Still Water (500 ml)
Bottled Sparkling water (500 ml)
Fever Tree Aromatic Tonic
Fever Tree Elderflower Tonic
Specialty Sodas & Juices
Orange, Apple, Pineapple, Cranberry, Mango juice
Bundaberg Ginger Beer
Bundaberg Lemon Lime and Bitters
Mocktails
Virgin Mojito
Brimming with fresh mint, fresh lemon juice and soda.
Virgin Mango Mojito
Mango Nectar with fresh mint, fresh lemon juiceand soda.
Orange & Pineapple Lemonade
Combination of orange juice, pineapple and lemon.
Mango Mule
Mango pulp, lemon juice, ginger beer and honey.
Cocktails
Mango lassi Daiquiri
Bacardi, Mango Lassi, garnished with dry rose petals
Talli Aam Pana
Vodka, raw mango syrup with secret spices and soda water
Vodka Shikanji Masala
Vodka, Shikanji mix, lemon juice and soda water
Jal Jeera Mojito
Bacardi, Jal Jeera mix, mint, soda water and lemon juice
Beers
Kingfisher premium (5.0%, 440ml)
Parrot Dog Falcon (APA, 5.4%)
Parrotdog Bitterbitch (IPA, 5.8%)
Panhead Super Charger (APA, 5.7%)
Bubbles
Glass: 200ml. Bottle: 750ml
Brancott Estate, Brut Cuvee, Marlborough
Veuve Du Vernay, Brut, NV, France
G.H. Mumm Champagne, France
Wine
Glass: 150ml. Bottle: 750ml
Brancott Estate, Marlborough
Chardonnay
Villa Maria Cellar Selection, Marlborough
Chardonnay
Main Divide Chardonnay, Waipara
Chardonnay
Brancott Estate, Marlborough
Sauvignon Blanc
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Against typical prices in Wellington
- Fried rice Typical in Wellington: $21.00 $18.00
- Chicken tikka masala Typical in Wellington: $22.00 $26.00
- Green curry Typical in Wellington: $22.75 $23.00
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