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Cambridge, Massachusetts

Desi Dhaba

Cambridge Desi Dhaba Desi Dhaba is a leading Restaurant that has been bringing you authentic cuisine for years. Based in Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, we let you experience the very best of hospitality. We aim to provide exemplary service and outstanding cuisine which reflects our authentic traditions. We use the freshest ingredients to bring you some lip-smacking yet healthy delicacies. Our signature dishes and distinct taste makes it a treat for all senses.We share our passion to cater you the exotic, spicy and delectable authentic food.
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Menu

Chaat Bhandar

  • Bhel Poori

    • $8.99
    A mix of crisp noodles and rice puffs dotted with minced potatoes and onion and infused with tamarind and mint sauce.

    Allergens not declared

  • Wada Sambar

    • $8.99
    A savory doughnut, deep-fried with spices and soaked in sambar.

    Allergens not declared

  • Papri Chaat

    • $8.99
    Spiced potatoes with fried wheat wafers garnished with yogurt and tamarind sauce.

    Allergens not declared

  • Aloo Chaat

    • $8.99
    Spicy chaat of potatoes, chickpeas and lemon, topped with tamarind sauce and fresh mint.

    Allergens not declared

  • Paani Poori (8)

    • $8.99
    Bite size puffy poories served with spicy mint water diced potatoes, beans and tamarind sauce.

    Allergens not declared

  • Dahi Sev Poori

    • $8.99
    Lentil crisps and cubes of potatoes covered with fresh whipped yogurt and tamarind sauce.

    Allergens not declared

  • Idli Sambar

    • $8.99
    Two pieces Idli with Sambar.

    Allergens not declared

  • Dahi Bhalia

    • $8.99
    Soft lentil patties, soaked in spicy yogurt, garnished with roasted cumin and tamarind sauce.

    Allergens not declared

Appetizers

  • Vegetable Samosa (2)

    • $5.99
    Homemade turnover stuffed with diced potatoes, green peas and special spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Meat Samosa (2)

    • $6.99
    Spicy turnover stuffed with ground lamb, green peas and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Vegetable Platter

    • $9.99
    Samosa, pakora, cheese pakora, aloo tikki.

    Allergens not declared

  • Paneer Pakora (4)

    • $7.99
    Homemade cottage cheese marinated in chickpea batter and deep fried.

    Allergens not declared

  • Punjabi Tikka (4)

    • $5.99
    Spicy potato patties served with tamarind sauce.

    Allergens not declared

  • Madras Fried Shrimp

    • $13.99
    Large shrimp marinated in spices, tomato puree, bell peppers and onions, then fried. Served with poori.

    Allergens not declared

  • Dhaba Platter

    • $11.99
    A great combination of vegetable and non-vegetable appetizers.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Tikka

    • $11.99
    Tender boneless chicken beast chunks marinated in yogurt and special spices and barbecued to perfection.

    Allergens not declared

  • Vegetable Pakora (5)

    • $5.99
    Freshly marinated vegetables, deep-fried with chickpea batter.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Pakora (5)

    • $8.99
    Five pieces. Chicken drumsticks delicately spiced and marinated in chickpea batter and fried to take least amount of oil.

    Allergens not declared

  • Fish Pakora (5)

    • $8.99
    Sliced fish marinated in a mixture of yogurt, spices, lime juice and chickpea batter, deep-fried.

    Allergens not declared

  • Non-Vegetable Platter

    • $10.99
    Lamb samosa (2), chicken pakora (2), fish pakora (2).

    Allergens not declared

Rice Specialties

  • Chicken Biryani

    • $16.99
    Chicken chunks cooked with basmati rice, nuts, raisins, and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Lamb Biryani

    • $18.99
    Juicy lamb pieces cooked with rice and spices and garnished with nuts.

    Allergens not declared

  • Goat Biryani

    • $18.99
    Goat meat cooked with basmati rice and traditional spices, garnished with nuts and raisins.

    Allergens not declared

  • Vegetable Biryani

    • $15.99
    Aromatic Indian rice cooked with fresh vegetables, nuts, raisins, herbs, and exotic spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Peas Pulao

    • $9.99
    Aromatic Indian rice cooked with fresh green peas, fresh herbs, and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Basmati Rice

    • $3.99
    Plain basmati steamed rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Shrimp Biryani

    • $18.99
    Jumbo shrimp cooked with basmati rice, nuts, raisins, and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Dhaba Special Biryani

    • $21.99
    Chicken, lamb, and shrimp cooked with aromatic basmati rice, nuts, raisins, and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Heer-Ranjha Biryani

    • $23.99
    For 2. Basmati rice cooked with chicken, lamb, beef, shrimp, vegetables, herbs, and spices.

    Allergens not declared

Goat Meat Specialties

  • Goat Curry

    • $17.99
    Tender goat meat cooked with vegetables, fresh herbs, and spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Goat Jalfrazi

    • $18.99
    Tender goat meat cooked with vegetables, fresh herbs, and spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Goat Korma

    • $18.99
    Goat meat cooked in a mild rich almond and cream sauce. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Goat Rogan Josh

    • $18.99
    Juicy tender pieces of goat meat cooked in traditional spice with saffron and yogurt. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

Chicken Specialties

  • Chicken Tikki Masala

    • $16.99
    Tandoori baked boneless chicken breast pieces, cooked with light creamy tomato sauce. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Korma

    • $15.99
    Chicken cooked with exotic spices and nuts in mild sauce creamy sauce. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Curry

    • $15.99
    Boneless chicken cooked in traditional curry sauce. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Makhani

    • $16.99
    Tandoori chicken cooked in a delightfully delicate cream, tomato, and fresh herb sauce.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Coconut Korma

    • $17.99
    Chicken cooked with cream of coconut and traditional Goan spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Jalfrezi

    • $16.99
    Boneless chicken pieces cooked with tomatoes, peas, peppers, onions, and exotic Indian spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Vindaloo

    • $15.99
    A traditional spicy recipe of boneless chicken cooked with potatoes, tomatoes, and vinegar. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Chilli

    • $17.99
    Boneless chicken sauteed with tomatoes and exotic spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Tikka Saag

    • $16.99
    Tandoor baked boneless chicken breast pieces, cooked with spinach and light cream.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Tikka Saag

    • $16.99
    Tender chicken pieces marinated in spicy yogurt, cooked with spinach, and light cream. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

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  • Chicken Mushroom

    • $15.99
    Boneless chicken cooked with mushrooms, exotic herbs, and spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

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  • Chicken Mango

    • $16.99
    Boneless chicken cooked with mango sauce and broccoli. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Do-Piaza

    • $17.99
    White meat marinated in a special sauce, sauteed with onion in red curry sauce. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

Seafood Specialties

  • Fish Masala

    • $17.99
    Salmon cooked in a creamy tomato sauce with herbs.

    Allergens not declared

  • Goa Shrimp Curry

    • $18.99
    Shrimp cooked in traditional Goa curry sauce. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Fish Vindaloo

    • $16.99
    A traditional spicy recipe of salmon fish cooked with potatoes in a tomato sauce and vinegar. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Shrimp Vindaloo

    • $16.99
    Shrimp cooked with potatoes in a hot curry sauce.

    Allergens not declared

  • Shrimp Masala

    • $18.99
    Marinated shrimp cooked with tandoori spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Shrimp Curry

    • $17.99
    Shrimp cooked with an array of masterfully blended herbs and spices.

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  • Shrimp Saag

    • $17.99
    Shrimp cooked with fresh spinach and spices.

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  • Shrimp Bhuna

    • $18.99
    Roasted shrimp with ginger, garlic, and spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Shrimp Mushroom

    • $17.99
    Shrimp cooked with mushroom in mildly spiced cream sauce.

    Allergens not declared

Lamb Specialties

  • Lamb Curry

    • $16.99
    Tender lamb cubes cooked in a traditional curry sauce. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Lamb Korma

    • $16.99
    Pieces of boneless lamb cooked in a light creamy sauce with mild spices, herbs and nuts. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Keema Mutter

    • $17.99
    Ground lamb and peas cooked with spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Lamb Vindaloo

    • $15.99
    A traditional spicy recipe of lamb cooked with potatoes in a tomato sauce and vinegar. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Lamb Karhai

    • $17.99
    Tender lamb cubes sauteed with fresh ginger, onions, peppers, tomatoes, and a unique combination of spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Lamb Rogan Josh

    • $17.99
    Juicy tender pieces of lamb cooked in traditional spice with saffron and yogurt. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Lamb Saag

    • $16.99
    Delicately spiced tender lamb pieces cooked with spinach. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Lamb Boti Kabab Masala

    • $17.99
    Tender juicy cubes of tandoori kabab sauteed in special spices and herbs. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

Soup & Salads

  • Chicken Soup

    • $6.99
    Boneless chicken soup with Indian spices and herbs.

    Allergens not declared

  • Fresh Tomato Soup

    • $5.99
    Fresh tomato soup with exotic Indian herbs and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Vegetable Soup

    • $6.99
    Spicy hot lentil soup with vegetables and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Dhaba Salad

    • $6.99
    Finely chopped cucumber, tomatoes, green chili, and coriander leaves tossed in raita.

    Allergens not declared

  • Coconut Soup

    • $5.99
    Shredded coconut with milk and nuts.

    Allergens not declared

  • Desi Salad

    • $5.99
    Fresh cucumber, tomatoes and chopped onions.

    Allergens not declared

Side Orders

  • Raita

    • $2.99
    Yogurt mixed with cucumber and fresh mint.

    Allergens not declared

  • Papadum

    • $2.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Mango Chutney

    • $2.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Hot Onion Chutney

    • $2.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Mixed Pickle

    • $2.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Condiments Tray

    • $4.99
    Onion, mango and mint chutney, mixed pickle, and raita.

    Allergens not declared

  • Mint Chutney

    • $2.99

    Allergens not declared

Beverages

  • Mango Lassi

    • $4.99
    A refreshing yogurt drink mixed with mango pulp.

    Allergens not declared

  • Soda

    • $2.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Salty Lassi

    • $3.99
    Salty, refreshing and delicious yogurt drink with roasted cumin seeds and mint.

    Allergens not declared

  • Dhaba Masala Chai

    • $2.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Milk Shake

    • $4.99
    mango

    Allergens not declared

  • Sweet Lassi

    • $3.99
    Sweet, refreshing and delicious rose flavored yogurt drink.

    Allergens not declared

  • Spring Water

    • $1.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Orange Juice

    • $3.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Hot Tea

    • $2.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Mango Juice

    • $3.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Iced Tea

    • $2.99

    Allergens not declared

Tandoori Delights

  • Tandoori Mixed Grill

    • $19.99
    A combination platter consisting of chicken tandoori, chicken tikka, lamb tikka kabab, seekh kabab, and tandoori shrimp. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Tandoori

    • $15.99
    Spring chicken with bone marinated overnight in yogurt and spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Seekh Kabab

    • $17.99
    Finely slices lamb seasoned with chopped onions, herbs, and spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Tikka Kabab

    • $15.99
    Boneless tender chicken pieces, marinated in yogurt with spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Paneer Tikka

    • $20.99
    Homemade cottage cheese marinated with spices, skewered and barbecued with onion, tomato, and capsicum in tandoori. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Tandoori Salmon

    • $18.99
    Chunk of salmon marinated in yogurt and spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Boti Tikka Kabab

    • $18.99
    Lean cubes of boneless lamb marinated in special blend of homemade herbs and spices. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

  • Tandoori Shrimp

    • $18.99
    Fresh jumbo shrimp marinated in delicately spiced yogurt. Served with saffron flavored basmati rice.

    Allergens not declared

Dosa Specialties

  • Chicken Dosa

    • $16.99
    A very thin crispy crepe of rice and lentils stuffed with chicken, potatoes, and onions.

    Allergens not declared

  • Mysore Masala Dosa

    • $15.99
    A very thin crepe of rice and lentils with layer of hot chutney filled with spiced potatoes and onions.

    Allergens not declared

  • Masala Dosa

    • $15.99
    A thin crispy crepe of rice and lentils stuffed with potatoes and onions.

    Allergens not declared

  • Plain Dosa

    • $13.99
    A very thin crispy crepe of rice and lentils.

    Allergens not declared

  • Uttapam Vegetable

    • $13.99
    Rice and lentils pancake topped with tomatoes, onions, green peas, green peppers, and cilantro.

    Allergens not declared

  • Lamb Dosa

    • $16.99
    A very thin crispy crepe of rice and lentils stuffed with minced lamb, potatoes, and onions.

    Allergens not declared

  • Onion & Green Chilli Uttapam

    • $14.99
    Rice and lentils pancake topped with green Thai chilies, onions, and fresh cilantro.

    Allergens not declared

Desserts

  • Kheer

    • $4.99
    Rice pudding with raisins and almonds, flavored with cardamom.

    Allergens not declared

  • Gulab Jamun (2)

    • $4.99
    Deep-fried cheese balls dipped in sugar syrup flavored with rose water.

    Allergens not declared

  • Badami Kulfi

    • $4.99
    Homemade ice cream with almonds and raisins.

    Allergens not declared

  • Vanilla Ice Cream

    • $4.99

    Allergens not declared

  • Mango Kulfi

    • $4.99
    Homemade ice cream garnished with alfaso mango pulp.

    Allergens not declared

Desi Dhaba Special

  • Chana Bhatura

    • $18.99
    Whole chickpeas cooked with onions, tomatoes and authentic spices with bhatura.

    Allergens not declared

  • Lamb Madras

    • $18.99
    A traditional spicy recipe of lamb cooked with tomato sauce, fresh ginger, and masterfully blended spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Karahi

    • $18.99
    Boneless chicken sauteed with fresh ginger onion, peppers, tomato sauce, and unique combination of spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Tabahi Naan

    • $5.99
    Bread stuffed with vegetables and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Shrimp Chili

    • $19.99
    Fresh shrimp cooked with ginger, garlic, and julienne of green chilies in soy sauce.

    Allergens not declared

  • Mix Vegetable Tandoori

    • $19.99
    A combination of homemade cheese and various fresh vegetable barbecued with capsicum in tandoori oven.

    Allergens not declared

  • Goat Curry Punjabi

    • $19.99
    Whole wheat bread cooked in tandoori oven and tawa roti. 2 chapati and 2 tandoori.

    Allergens not declared

  • Diet Bread Basket

    • $13.99
    Whole wheat bread 2 tandoori roti and 2 tawa chapati

    Allergens not declared

Vegetarian Delights

  • Palak Paneer

    • $15.99
    Homemade cottage cheese cooked with chopped spinach, onions, tomatoes, and a variety of herbs and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Shahi Paneer

    • $15.99
    Homemade cottage cheese sauteed with fresh ginger, garlic and cooked in tomato based creamy sauce, garnished with nuts and raisins.

    Allergens not declared

  • Tarka Daal

    • $13.99
    Puree yellow lentil gently tempered with fresh herbs and seasonings.

    Allergens not declared

  • Aloo Gobhi

    • $15.99
    Fresh cauliflower cooked with potatoes, onions, herbs, and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Daal Makhani

    • $13.99
    Black lentils cooked on slow heat, sauteed with fresh ginger, garlic, onions, tomatoes, and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Mattar Paneer

    • $15.99
    Homemade cottage cheese gently cooked with tender garden peas, tomatoes, and fresh spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Bhindi Masala

    • $16.99
    Okra cooked with sauteed onions, tomatoes, fresh herbs and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chana Masala

    • $15.99
    Whole chickpeas cooked with authentic spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Malai Kofta

    • $15.99
    A true mughlai delight dish; vegetable balls simmered in a creamy sauce with nuts and raisins.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chili Paneer

    • $17.99
    Homemade cheese sauteed with ginger, garlic, and green chillies in soya sauce.

    Allergens not declared

  • Baingan Bharta

    • $15.99
    Fresh eggplant roasted over an open flame and sauteed with fresh ginger, garlic, onions, and aromatic spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Navrattan Makhani

    • $14.99
    A traditional merging of nine fresh vegetables sauteed with ginger, garlic, onion, and spices.

    Allergens not declared

  • Aloo Palak

    • $14.99
    Potatoes cooked with chopped spinach, spices, and herbs.

    Allergens not declared

  • Vegetable Jalfrazi

    • $15.99
    Fresh vegetables cooked with paneer, super hot tomato, onion, and sauce.

    Allergens not declared

  • Mushroom Saag

    • $14.99
    Chopped spinach cooked with fresh mushrooms, cream, herbs, and spices.

    Allergens not declared

Dhaba Special Dinner

  • Vegetarian Thali

    • $23.99
    A tradilicnal vegetarian dinner served in a thali with palak paneer ladka daal, alco chole and poori,basmatl rice and dessert of the day.
    • Vegetarian

    Allergens not declared

  • Dhaba Special Meat Thali

    • $25.99
    A traditional non-vegetarian dinner served in a thali with samosa, tandoori chicken, chicken tikka masala, lamb curry, basmati rice and dessert of the day.

    Allergens not declared

  • Non-Vegetarian Thali

    • $24.99
    A traditional non-vegetarian dinner served in a Thali with tandoori chicken,seekh kabab, lamb curry,deal,basmali rice,naan,raita and dessert of the day.

    Allergens not declared

Indian Bread

  • Garlic Naan

    • $4.99
    Unleavened bread topped with garlic and fresh cilantro baked in tandoor.

    Allergens not declared

  • Naan

    • $3.99
    Unleavened white wheat bread baked in tandoor.

    Allergens not declared

  • Large Bread Basket

    • $13.99
    Aloo naan, garlic naan and peshawari naan.

    Allergens not declared

  • Aloo Paratha

    • $6.99
    Wheat bread stuffed with spicy potatoes and cooked on a griddle with butter.

    Allergens not declared

  • Peshawari Naan

    • $4.99
    Unleavened bread stuffed with almonds, cashews, raisins, coconuts, and honey, baked in tandoor.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chapati

    • $3.99
    Whole wheat dried bread baked on the grill.

    Allergens not declared

  • Tandoori Roti

    • $3.99
    Whole wheat leavened bread baked in tandoor.

    Allergens not declared

  • Small Bread Basket

    • $9.99
    A tasty assortment of breads-aloo naan and garlic naan.

    Allergens not declared

  • Keem Paratha

    • $5.99
    Stuffed with spiced ground lamb and cooked on the grill.

    Allergens not declared

  • Onion Naan

    • $4.99
    Naan bread stuffed with minced onions and spices, baked in tandoor.

    Allergens not declared

  • Mint Paratha

    • $4.99
    Wheat bread topped with dry mint and spices and grilled with butter.

    Allergens not declared

  • Bhatoora

    • $3.99
    Soft deep-fried puffy bread.

    Allergens not declared

  • Aloo Naan

    • $4.99
    Unleavened bread stuffed with spicy mashed potatoes, baked in tandoor.

    Allergens not declared

  • Keema Naan

    • $5.99
    Unleavened white bread stuffed with minced lamb and green peas.

    Allergens not declared

  • Mix Paratha

    • $5.99
    Whole wheat bread stuffed with mixed vegetables and grilled with ghee.

    Allergens not declared

  • Poori (2)

    • $3.99
    Two pieces. Crispy, deep-fried puffy whole wheat bread.

    Allergens not declared

  • Chicken Naan

    • $5.99
    Unleavened white bread stuffed with chicken pieces, fresh herbs, and spices.

    Allergens not declared

Location

Cambridge

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Address

401 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, USCambridge, MassachusettsUnited States

Hours

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    Monday to Sunday
    10:45 AM – 10:40 PM

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