Dhaba Wala Indian Kitchen Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Dhaba Wala Indian Kitchen, nestled at 49 Asylum St, Hartford, CT, where vibrant flavors meet authentic Indian cuisine. This charming eatery invites you to indulge in an array of mouthwatering dishes, perfect for a quick bite or a hearty meal. The menu features standout items like lamb vindaloo and goat curry, known for their fresh preparations and robust flavors. Vegetarian diners will be delighted with offerings such as Paneer Chilly and Vegetable Biryani, which come highly recommended by satisfied customers.

Dhaba Wala is committed to providing a homely ambience, where exceptional customer service and quality food take center stage. Enjoy delightful treats like garlic cheese naan and Chicken 65, or sip on their famously good tea. Every bite promises authenticity, making this spot a hidden gem in Hartford worth discovering!

Indian Street Food

Chicken Tikka Kati Roll

grilled chicken cubes marinated in yogurt and spices wrapped in flat paratha bread.

US$13.95

Pani Puri

Puffed crispy wheat shells stuffed with potato and spicy chilled herbed broth (Six pieces).

US$8.00

Masala Fries

French fries seasoned with house made masala.

US$8.00

Vada Pav

Fried potato patty dipped in chickpea flour served on pav (toasted bread).

US$8.50

Paneer Grill Sandwich

Grilled sandwich with seasoned paneer, melted cheese, and tomato.

US$5.99

Egg Burji

Scrambled eggs sauteed with cheese, onions, tomatoes and cilantro, served with pay (toasted bread).

US$8.00

Bhel Puri

Mixture of crispy wafers, Indian noodles and puffed rice topped with chutneys.

US$8.50

Samosa Chaat

Samosas topped with potatoes, tomatoes, assorted chutneys and curd.

US$12.95

Paneer Kati Roll

paneer cubes marinated in yogurt and spices wrapped in flat paratha bread.

US$13.95

Pav Baji

Spiced mashed vegetables topped with butter, served with pay (toasted bread).

US$8.00

Dahi Papri Chaat

Crispy wafers served with yogurt, potatoes and chutneys.

US$11.50

Gobhi Manchurian

Vegan. Fried cauliflower mixed with ginger and garlic sauce.

US$16.95

Vegetable Fried Rice

Basmati rice seasoned with vegetables.

US$14.50

Vegetable Noodles

Vegan.

US$14.50

Chili Paneer

Gluten-free. Indian cottage cheese cooked with bell pepper and onion in chili garlic sauce.

US$18.45

Chili Chicken

Marinated chicken with seasoned spices.

US$18.45

Indo-Chinese

Vegetarian Entrees

Aloo Bhindi

aloo and okra cooked in Indian Spices and herbs

US$16.70

Paneer Biryani

Basmati rice cooked with cottage cheese, yogurt, and exotic spices.

US$17.45

Yellow Dal Fry

Vegan. Gluten-free. Lentils cooked with Indian spices.

US$16.70

Aloo Saag

Gluten-free. Spinach and potato cooked with tomato and onion.

US$16.70

Dal Makhani

Gluten-free. Lentils cooked with butter and cream in tomato gravy.

US$16.70

Vegetable Biryani

Gluten-free. Cooked North Indian style. Basmati rice cooked with mixed vegetables, yogurt, and spices.

US$16.70

Channa Masala

Vegan. Gluten-free. Garbanzo cooked in mild tangy flavor tomato sauce.

US$16.70

Aloo Gobi

Vegan. Gluten-free. Potato and cauliflower cooked in Indian spices and herbs.

US$16.70

Palak Paneer

Gluten-free. Spinach and cottage cheese cooked with tomato and onion.

US$17.45

Aloo Chole

Potato and Garbanzo cooked in mild tangy flavor onion-tomato sauce

US$16.70

Navratan Korma

Contains nuts. Gluten-free. Seasonal vegetables cooked in korma sauce.

US$16.95

Paneer Tikka Masala

Gluten-free. Indian cottage cheese cooked in creamy tomato sauce.

US$18.45

Bhindi Masala

Gluten-free. Okra cooked in Indian spices and herbs.

US$16.70

Mutter Paneer

Gluten-free. Cheese cubes and green peas cooked in flavorful sauce.

US$17.45

Vegetable Tikka Masala

mixed vegetables cooked in fully flavored tomato sauce with cream, onion & herbs

US$17.95

Aloo Mutter

Vegan. Gluten-free. Potato and green peas cooked in curry sauce.

US$16.70

Paneer Shahi Korma

Indian cottage cheese cooked with a rich & zesty sauce containing cashews, tomato, onion & tamarind

US$18.95

Kadai Paneer

Gluten-free. Combination of cottage cheese and colorful bell pepper cooked with spicy tangy tomato sauce.

US$18.45

Channa Saag

Gluten-free. Spinach and garbanzo cooked with tomato and onion.

US$16.70

Vegetable Vindaloo

mixed vegetables cooked in spicy tangy delight with potato and spices

US$17.45

Methi Malai Mutter

fresh fenugreek leaves and green peas cooked in a rich blend of exotic spices and cashews with a rich and zesty sauce

US$18.95

Malai Kofta

Contain nuts. Potato and cheese dumplings cooked in a creamy nut sauce.

US$16.95

Coke

12oz

US$1.85

Sprite

12oz

US$1.85

Masala Chai

Indian spiced tea with milk.

US$3.50

Diet Coke

12oz

US$1.85

Salted Lassi

Yogurt with roasted cumin & cilantro.

US$4.50

Sweet Lassi

Yogurt with sugar.

US$4.50

Ginger Ale

12oz

US$1.85

Poland Spring Water

US$1.85

Mango Lassi

Fresh yogurt with mango

US$4.95

Drinks

Utensils

Utensils

US$0.00

Chicken 65

Non-vegetarian. Boneless chicken deep fried with chef’s special spices.

US$17.95

Amritsari Fish Pakora

Non-vegetarian. Tilapia dipped in chickpea batter and fried to golden brown.

US$11.95

Vegetarian Samosa (2 Pieces)

Vegan. Pastry stuffed with potatoes and green peas.

US$5.95

Green Salad

mixed greens topped with cucumber, onion, green bell pepper & tomatoes. Served with ranch dressing.

US$8.00

Grilled Chicken Salad

grilled chicken topped on mix of greens, cucumber, onion, green bell pepper & cherry tomatoes.

US$12.95

Vegetarian Pakora

Vegan. Gluten-free. Fresh vegetables dipped in chickpea batter.

US$5.50

Appetizers

Non-Vegetarian Entrees

Tikka Masala

Gluten-free. Fully flavored tomato sauce cooked with cream, onions and herbs.

US$18.45

Chettinad

Gluten-free. Curry leaf sauce cooked with shredded coconut and mustard seeds.

US$18.45

Vindaloo

Gluten-free. Spicy tangy delight cooked with potato and spices.

US$18.45

Biryani

Gluten-free. Cooked North Indian style. Aromatic basmati rice cooked with mild spices.

US$18.45

Saag

Gluten-free. Finely chopped spinach cooked with ginger, onions, tomatoes and spices.

US$18.45

Curry

Gluten-free. Onion and tomato base sauce infused with mild spices.

US$18.45

Kadai

Gluten-free. Ginger tomato sauce with onions and bell peppers.

US$18.45

Shahi Korma

Contains nuts, gluten-free. Rice and zesty sauce containing cashews tomato, onion and tamarind.

US$18.45

Gulab Jamun

Gluten-free. Classic golden pastry dipped in sugar syrup.

US$4.95

Paan

A refreshing, traditional Indian dessert, and flavorful mouth freshener, with sweet ingredients like Gulkand, Tutti Frutti, and dry fruits wrapped in a betel leaf.

US$4.95

Kheer

Gluten-free, contain nuts. Rice cooked with milk and nuts.

US$5.95

Ras Malai

Indian cheesecake dumplings dipped in sweetened milk.

US$5.95

Desserts

Extras

Pachranga Achar

mixed pickle

US$1.50

Raita

yogurt with cucumber, carrot and seasoned spices

US$2.95

Pav Bread

US$2.00

Extra Basmati Rice

White basmati rice.

US$2.95

Jeera Rice

Aromatic rice dish which is lightly spiced with fragrant spices and has the earthy flavors of cumin

US$9.95

Papadum

thin, crisp, round flatbread.

US$4.45

Mango Chutney

sweet flavorful condiment made from mango, ginger and other spices

US$4.95

Rasam Soup

Tamarind juice blended with tomato, chili pepper, and cumin.

US$8.00

Dal Soup

Lentil soup with crushed black pepper and cumin.

US$8.95

Soups

Tandoor

Tandoori Chicken

Gluten-free. Char-grilled chicken marinated with yogurt and spices.

US$19.95

Chicken Seekh Kebab

Gluten-free. Minced chicken rolled on a thick skewer with herbs and spices to seal its natural juice.

US$18.95

Chicken Malai Tikka

Gluten-free. A delicacy with a creamy flavored chicken cooked in the clay oven under low heat.

US$18.95

Chicken Tikka

Gluten-free. Chargrilled boneless chicken marinated with yogurt, herbs, and spices.

US$19.45

Tandoori Paneer

chargrilled cottage cheese, diced onion and bell pepper marinated with yogurt and spices.

US$19.95

Lamb Seekh Kebab

Gluten-free. Minced lamb rolled on a thick skewer with herbs and spices to seal its natural juice.

US$19.95

Tandoori Salmon

chargrilled salmon marinated in spiced yogurt, lime & onion.

US$20.95

Naan

Freshly baked bread, an all-time favorite.

US$3.50

Kashmiri Naan

freshly baked bread stuffed with cashews and raisins.

US$5.50

Aloo Paratha

Fresh bread stuffed with potato and green peas with herbs and spices.

US$3.95

Onion Kulcha

Fresh baked bread stuffed with chopped onion and seasoning.

US$3.95

Bhatura

A deep fried fluffy bread.

US$3.95

Garlic Cheese Naan

Freshly baked bread with garlic, cilantro and cheese

US$6.95

Roti

Vegan. Fresh baked flattened whole-wheat flour bread.

US$3.95

Paratha

Fresh whole wheat bread baked with several layers.

US$3.95

Garlic Naan

Freshly baked bread with garlic and cilantro.

US$3.95

Cheese Naan

freshly baked bread with cheese.

US$5.50

Keema Naan (Chicken)

US$7.95

Breads

Additional Entrees

Methi Malai Chicken

fresh fenugreek leaves and chicken cooked in a rich blend of exotic spices and cashews with a rich and zesty sauce

US$18.95

Chilli Shrimp

shrimp cooked with bell pepper & onion in chili garlic sauce

US$24.95

Lamb Rooganjosh

Gluten-free. Kashmiri dish lamb simmered in aromatic tomato gravy.

US$20.95

Butter Chicken

Gluten-free. Boneless tandoori chicken cooked in creamy tomato sauce.

US$18.45

Tandoor Salmon Tikka Masala

Tandoor Salmon cooked in fully flavored tomato sauce which is cooked with cream, onions and herbs.

US$24.95

Shrimp Roganjosh

shrimp simmered in aromatic tomato gravy

US$24.45