Kalpasi – Indian
Kalpasi envelops diners in a tapestry of bold South Indian aromas, where the steam from peppery rasams and velvety thakkali soups rises to meet the inviting scent of toasted spices. The experience balances soul-warming comfort with the spirited crunch of golden-fried pakoras and fiery Chicken 65, each plate a vibrant homage to traditional regional delicacies. It is a destination where deep, complex flavors and rustic textures come together to create a sensory journey through the heart of India’s rich culinary heritage.
1355, Worldgate Drive, Herndon, VA, 20170 +17034294388 https://kalpasi.com/0Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, low-carb, vegan, halal, keto, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, low-fat, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, atkins, tlc, alkaline, aip, volumetrics, renal, zone, carnivore, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
- Monday - Thursday
- 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Sunday
- 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Soups
- Velvety Thakkali Soup: Juicy vine ripened tomatoes, fresh dill, butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Murungakkai Rasam: Drumstick vegetable, garlic, black pepper, cumin Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chettinad Koli Soup: Traditional chicken soup, house special spices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Attukal Soup: Long simmered goat bone soup, spices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Cauliflower 65: Crisp florets of cauliflower, tempered spices, aromatics Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kasoori Tikki: Cottage cheese, mixed vegetable, spinach, chutney Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Pakora: Mixed vegetables, batter dipped Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Masala Vada: Chana dal, herbs, spices, chutney Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa: Stuffed pastries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken 65: Boneless chicken cubes, house masala Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Lollipop: Chicken wings, marinade Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chettinad Koli Pepper Varuval: Pepper corn flavored chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken 555: Chicken cubes, spicy sauce, jalapenos, toasted cashews Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prawns 65: Jumbo shrimp, Chettinad masala Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish 65: Boneless fish cubes, exotic spices Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pondicherry Prawn Vadai: Shrimp, herbs, spices Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Dosa & Appam
- Idly (3 nos): Steamed rice & lentil patties Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Plain Dosa: Thin rice & lentil crepe Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Masala Dosa: Rice & lentil crepe, spiced mashed potatoes, onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Mysore Masala Dosa: Red chili chutney, mashed potatoes, onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Aappam with Coconut Milk: Fermented rice batter pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner
- Mutta Dosa (Egg Dosa): Thin rice crepe, beaten eggs, spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Chicken Keema Dosa: Minced chicken, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Mutton Keema Dosa: Minced mutton, spices Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Vegetable Chettinad: Mixed vegetables, dry roasted aromatic spices Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Tikka Masala: Grilled paneer, tomato creamy gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Chettinad: Spicy chicken, handmade masala Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Masala: Boneless meat, rich tomato gravy, spices, butter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goat Curry: Goat meat with bones, melange of spices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Malabar Fish Curry: Tilapia fish fillets, Malabari flavors Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Biriyani & Noodles
- Vegetarian Biriyani: Aromatic rice, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Biriyani: Aromatic rice, chicken, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mutton Biriyani: Aromatic rice, mutton, spices Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Egg Noodles: Noodles, chicken, egg Available at: dinner, lunch
Tandoor & Breads
- Tandoori Chicken (Half): Chicken, yogurt, garlic, ginger, spices Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops: Tandoori-spiced lamb, herb yogurt dip Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Naan: Soft flat bread with garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parotta: Multi-layered soft bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Madras Filter Coffee Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mango Lassi: Mango and yogurt drink
- Taj Mahal Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Singapore Sling: Gin, brandy, grenadine, sweet/sour mix, soda
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- Masala Wok — Indian
- Paradise Biryani Pointe — Indian
- Madras Chopsticks — Indian
- Spice Village — Indian
- Adyar Ananda Bhavan — Indian
- Paradise Indian Restaurant — Indian
- Spice Town — Indian
- Bombay Velvet — Indian
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