Nawab Indian Cuisine Menu

Nawab Indian Cuisine is a top-notch Indian restaurant located in Norfolk, VA, offering a wide range of authentic dishes. With options for vegan and vegetarian customers, as well as catering services, this classy and quiet establishment is perfect for any occasion. From delicious curries to flavorful biryanis, every dish is prepared with care and attention to detail. The restaurant offers amenities such as outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and even welcomes dogs on the patio. With impeccable service and a full bar, Nawab Indian Cuisine is the go-to spot for those looking for a memorable dining experience. With its convenient location and diverse menu options, this restaurant truly stands out as a gem in the culinary scene.

Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Fiji Bottled Still Water

$4.50

Perrier Bottled Sparkling Water

$4.50

Mango Lassi

$5.50

Rose Lassi

$5.50

Salted Lassi

$5.50

Sweet Lassi

$5.50

Mango Juice

$5.50

Lychee Juice

$5.50

Pineapple Juice

$5.50

Masala Chai

Authentic Indian tea made with milk, cardamom, ginger, and other select spices

$5.50

Cardamom Tea

House black tea infused with cardamom and other select spices. Vegan

$5.50

Package One: Vegetarian

Includes: Option of Subz Samosa or Vegetable Pakora Option of Dal Makhni or Chana Masala Option Palak Paneer or Paneer Makhni Vegetable Korma, Basmati Rice, and both Naan and Garlic Naan

$65.00

Package Two: Chef's Favorites

Includes: Option of Subz Samosa or Vegetable Pakora Option of Chicken Tikka Masala or Butter Chicken Option Palak Paneer or Vegetable Korma Tandoori Chicken Tikka, Basmati Rice, and both Naan and Garlic Naan

$75.00

Package Three: Classics

Includes: Option of Dal Makhni or Chana Masala Vegetable Pakora, Chicken Punjabi Curry, Vegetable Korma, Basmati Rice, and both Naan and Garlic Naan

$70.00

Family Meals

First Course Selections

Vegetable Pakora

Crispy vegetable fritters, chutney pairing. Vegan and gluten free.

$7.50

Subz Samos

Vegetable turnovers spiced potatoes-green peas filling. Vegan.

$7.50

Gobhi Manchurian

Cauliflower florets, soy tomato glaze, garlic. Vegan.

$10.50

Chaat Papri

Spiced garbanzos, potato, wheat crisps, mint-tamarind-yogurt dressing.

$8.50

Paneer Tikka

Tandoor roasted homemade paneer, garlic-herb marinade. Gluten free.

$11.50

Chicken Zafrani Kabab

Charcoal grilled chicken breast, saffron-ginger marinade. Gluten free.

$12.50

Karara Murg

Tandoor grilled chicken, spicy masala. Gluten free.

$12.50

Shrimp Tak A Tak

Seared shrimp, zesty masala, scallions, peppers. Gluten free.

$12.50

Nawab's Kabab Sampler

Trio of tandoor roasted kababs; fish, chicken, and lamb. Gluten free.

$14.50

Mulligatawny Soup

Delicately spiced yellow lentil soup.

$5.50

House Salad

Assorted seasonal greens, cucumber, tomato, house dressing.

$5.50

Kachumber Salad

Cucumber, tomatoes, onion, spiced fresh lemon and cilantro.

$6.50

Soups and Salads

Biryanis

Vegetables Biryani

$18.00

Chicken Biryani

$19.00

Lamb Biryani

$21.00

Goat Biryani

On the bone.

$21.00

Nawabi Biryani

Shrimp, chicken, vegetables.

$21.00

Paneer And Vegetable Shashlik

Fresh vegetables, homemade paneer, punjabi marinade.

$20.00

Tandoori Chicken Tikka

Boneless chicken breast, yogurt-turmeric-paprika marinade.

$20.00

Tandoori Murg

Chicken on the bone, yogurt-cumin-coriander marinade.

$20.00

Salmon Tikka

Salmon filets, aromatic spice blend, yogurt marinade.

$23.00

Tandoori Prawns

Jumbo shrimp, yogurt-ajwain marinade.

$23.00

Shrimp And Chicken Zafrani

Jumbo shrimp, chicken breast, saffron-ginger marinade.

$23.00

Boti Kabab

Lamb filets, yogurt-garlic marinade.

$22.00

Mixed Grill

Chicken tikka, lamb kabab, salmon tikka, tandoori prawn.

$22.00

Tandoori Entrees

The Classics

Korma

Delicate cream sauce with cardamom and cashew. Gluten free.

$18.00

Punjabi Curry

Traditional North Indian curry sauce, earthy aromatics. Gluten free and vegan.

$18.00

Saag

Spinach, herbs with fenugreek. Gluten free.

$18.00

Tikka Masala

Creamed tomato-fenugreek sauce. Gluten free.

$18.00

Vindaloo

Southern indian hot and spicy sauce. Gluten free and vegan.

$18.00

Malai Methi Kofta

Vegetable croquettes, buttercream-fenugreek sauce.

$18.00

Palak Paneer

Slow cooked creamed style spinach, homemade indian cheese. Gluten free.

$18.00

Paneer Makhni

Homemade Indian cheese, creamed tomato sauce. Gluten free.

$18.00

Mughlai Paneer

Homemade Indian cheese, cashew sauce, poppyseeds, yogurt, fennel. Gluten free.

$18.00

Baingan Bhartha

Mashed tandoor broiled eggplant, garlic, tomatoes, and punjabi tadka. Gluten free and vegan.

$18.00

Masaledaar Bhindi

Okra, onions, peppers, savory spice. Gluten free and vegan.

$18.00

Mushroom Broccoli Kadhai

Punjabi tadka, garlic, ginger, onion, peppers, savory spices. Gluten free and vegan.

$18.00

Goan Vegetable Curry

Vegetables, mustard seeds, light coconut curry sauce. Gluten free and vegan.

$18.00

Methiwala Subz

Vegetables, punjabi spice, fenugreek sauce. Gluten free and vegan.

$18.00

Chana Masala

Chickpeas, potatoes, tomatoes, punjabi masala. Gluten free and vegan.

$17.00

Dal Makhni

Slow cooked lentils, butter, garlic, ginger, tomatoes. Gluten free.

$17.00

Dal Tadka

Slow cooked yellow lentils, garlic-ginger saute. Gluten free and vegan.

$17.00

Vegetarian

Seafood, Poultry and Meat

Salmon Makhni

Salmon filets roasted in tandoor, creamed tomato, fenugreek sauce.

$21.00

Fish Malabari

Seasonal fish, tamarind, fenugreek, coconut, curry leaves.

$23.00

Aam Aadrak Kka Jhinga

Jumbo shrimp, julienned ginger, mango, kashmiri red chili.

$23.00

Seafood Kerala Curry

Shrimp and fish, coconut, mustard, curry leaves.

$23.00

Crab Masala

Jumbo lump crab, tomato cream sauce.

$24.00

Bewali Shrimp And Chicken

Chicken and shrimp, light cream sauce, dried fruits.

$23.00

Chicken Tikka Masala

Roasted chicken tikka, creamed tomato sauce, India's classic.

$20.00

Butter Chicken

Pulled tandoori chicken, tomato-fenugreek sauce, hint of honey.

$21.00

Baltiwala Murg

Traditional indian style "stir-fry", chicken, garlic, onions, turmeric.

$19.00

Chicken Kozhambu

Southern Indian spiced curry, black peppercorns, coconut milk.

$19.00

Methiwala Malai Chicken

Chicken, creamy mughlai sauce, fenugreek.

$20.00

Lamb Bhuna

Browned lamb stew, coriander, cumin, nutmeg, mace, cloves.

$22.00

Lamb Rogan Josh

Tender lamb, anise-clove-mace seasoned kashmiri curry.

$22.00

Boti Kabab Patia

Roasted lamb filets, mango-ginger glaze.

$22.00

Lamb Hariyali Lazatdaar

Cilantro marinade, aromatic cashew creme.

$22.00

Lamb Vindaloo

Garlic-vinegar marinade, chilies, tomato, hot and spicy sauce.

$22.00

Goat Curry

Goat meat on the bone in a traditional punjabi style curry.

$22.00

Naan

India's traditional white flour bread.

$4.50

Garlic Naan

Naan bread topped with pressed garlic and fresh herbs.

$5.50

Roti

Unleavened whole wheat bread. Vegan.

$4.50

Paratha

Layered buttery whole wheat bread.

$5.50

Amritsari Kulcha

Punjabi style stuffed bread, potatoes, onions, coriander seeds.

$6.50

Peshawari Naan

Stuffed naan, coconut, cashew, maraschino cherries.

$6.50

Assorted Breads

Naan, garlic naan, roti.

$10.50

Breads

Sides

Mint Chutney

$5.50

Tamarind Chutney

$5.50

Onion Chutney

Diced onion, pureed tomatoes, vinegar, mango powder. Gluten free and vegan.

$5.50

Mango Chutney

Preserved mangoes, light spice. Gluten free and vegan.

$5.50

Achar

India's savory mixed "pickle". Gluten free and vegan.

$5.50

Raita

Yogurt, grated cucumber, cumin. Gluten free.

$5.50

Assorted Condiments

Raita, onion chutney, mango chutney. Gluten free.

$10.50

Roasted Papad

Crispy lentil flour wafers, tandoor roasted. Gluten free and vegan.

$5.50

Grilled Vegetables

Lightly seasoned fresh vegetables. Gluten free and vegan.

$11.50

Side Of Rice

$5.50

Masala Sauce

$6.50

Nawab’s Signature Neapolitan Kulfi

House Indian ice cream; pistachio, mango, rosewater infusion. Gluten free.

$7.50

Pistachio-Malai Kulfi

Homemade Indian ice cream, pistachio infusion. Gluten free.

$6.50

Mango Kulfi

Homemade Indian ice cream, mango infusion. Gluten free.

$6.50

Kheer

Traditional Indian rice pudding; basmati rice, nuts, cardamom. Gluten free.

$6.50

Gajar Ka Halwa

Traditional indian style carrot pudding, nuts. Gluten free.

$6.50

Gulab Jamun

Traditional pastries, cardamom infused syrup, toasted coconut.

$6.50

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Rich, gluten-free, chocolate cake. Gluten free.

$7.50

Nawab’s Dessert Sampler

Trio of: pistachio-malai kulfi, gajar ka halwa, and gulab jamun.

$11.50

Desserts