India Star – Indian
The air at India Star is heavy with the intoxicating aroma of toasted cumin and warming ginger, drawing guests into a vibrant space where the constant sizzle of the fryer promises golden, crisp delights. Here, the table becomes a colorful mosaic of textures, from the delicate crunch of chickpea-battered pakoras and flaky, hand-folded samosas to the refreshing, tangy explosion of street-style chaats layered with cooling yogurt and zesty chutneys.
5514, Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50310 +15152792118 https://www.indiastardm.com0Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic
Diet fit at India Star
Dairy-Free at India Star
India Star in Des Moines has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Samosa (2 pieces), Alu Pakora and Papadum. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at India Star
India Star in Des Moines has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Samosa (2 pieces), Alu Pakora and Cheese Pakora. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at India Star
India Star in Des Moines has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Samosa (2 pieces), Alu Pakora and Papadum. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at India Star
India Star in Des Moines has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Samosa (2 pieces), Alu Pakora and Cheese Pakora. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at India Star
India Star in Des Moines has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Papadum and Batata Wada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at India Star
India Star in Des Moines has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Papadum. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at India Star
India Star in Des Moines has 9 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Alu Pakora, Cheese Pakora and Papadum. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at India Star
India Star in Des Moines has 2 mediterranean-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Papadum and Batata Wada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at India Star
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Mix Pakora | 24 g | 15.9 g |
| Vegetable Samosa (2 pieces) | 39.5 g | 15.7 g |
| Samosa Chaat | 63.4 g | 13.7 g |
| Papdi Chaat | 2.3 g | 12.7 g |
| Vegetable Platter | 11.3 g | 5.2 g |
| Cheese Pakora | 5 g | 2.5 g |
| Mirchi Pakora | 1.5 g | 1.3 g |
| Papadum | 3.9 g | 0.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Vegetarian Appetizers
- Cheese Pakora - $5.49: Homemade curd cheese battered in gram flour and fried Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Alu Pakora - $5.49: Thin-sliced potatoes battered and fried Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mirchi Pakora - $5.49: Hot peppers battered and fried Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Alu Chaat - $5.99: Potatoes marinated with mint sauce, chick peas and fresh tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Papdi Chaat - $5.99: Crispy fried wafers marinated with yogurt mint and tamarind sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa Chaat - $6.99: Samosa with chick peas, onions, yogurt, and tamarind sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Platter - $6.99: Combination of vegetable Samosa, Batata Wada, Pakora and Papadum Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Papadum - $2.99: Crispy, spicy wafers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Samosa (2 pieces) - $5.99: Crisp pastry shell stuffed with mild, spiced potatoes and green peas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Batata Wada - $5.99: Lightly spiced peas and potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mix Pakora - $5.99: Assortment of fresh vegetables dipped, battered and fried Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Frequently Asked Questions about India Star
- Is India Star dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. India Star has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Samosa (2 pieces), Alu Pakora and Papadum.
- What can I eat at India Star on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegetable Samosa (2 pieces), Alu Pakora and Papadum carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does India Star have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegetable Samosa (2 pieces) and Alu Pakora.
- What is the highest-protein dish at India Star?
- Mix Pakora, at roughly 15.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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