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, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan, halal, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, sugar-free, plant-based, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, atkins, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, tlc, slow-carb, candida, macrobiotic, mayo-clinic, pegan, lectin-free
Currently closed
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: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Murungakkai Rasam: Drumstick vegetable, garlic, black pepper, cumin Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Chettinad Koli Soup: Traditional chicken soup, house special spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Attukal Soup: Long simmered goat bone soup, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
Appetizers
- Cauliflower 65: Crisp florets of cauliflower, tempered spices, aromatics Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Kasoori Tikki: Cottage cheese, mixed vegetable, spinach, chutney Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Pakora: Mixed vegetables, batter dipped Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Onion Masala Vada: Chana dal, herbs, spices, chutney Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb
- Samosa: Stuffed pastries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Chicken 65: Boneless chicken cubes, house masala Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken Lollipop: Chicken wings, marinade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Chettinad Koli Pepper Varuval: Pepper corn flavored chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Chicken 555: Chicken cubes, spicy sauce, jalapenos, toasted cashews Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Diabetic, Atkins
- Prawns 65: Jumbo shrimp, Chettinad masala Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fish 65: Boneless fish cubes, exotic spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pondicherry Prawn Vadai: Shrimp, herbs, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Dosa & Appam
- Idly (3 nos): Steamed rice & lentil patties Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Plain Dosa: Thin rice & lentil crepe Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic
- Masala Dosa: Rice & lentil crepe, spiced mashed potatoes, onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Mysore Masala Dosa: Red chili chutney, mashed potatoes, onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Aappam with Coconut Milk: Fermented rice batter pancakes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol
- Mutta Dosa (Egg Dosa): Thin rice crepe, beaten eggs, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Chicken Keema Dosa: Minced chicken, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Mutton Keema Dosa: Minced mutton, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Main Courses
- Vegetable Chettinad: Mixed vegetables, dry roasted aromatic spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Paneer Tikka Masala: Grilled paneer, tomato creamy gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken Chettinad: Spicy chicken, handmade masala Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Chicken Tikka Masala: Boneless meat, rich tomato gravy, spices, butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Goat Curry: Goat meat with bones, melange of spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating
- Malabar Fish Curry: Tilapia fish fillets, Malabari flavors Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
Biriyani & Noodles
- Vegetarian Biriyani: Aromatic rice, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Biriyani: Aromatic rice, chicken, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Mutton Biriyani: Aromatic rice, mutton, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken & Egg Noodles: Noodles, chicken, egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Tandoor & Breads
- Tandoori Chicken (Half): Chicken, yogurt, garlic, ginger, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating
- Lamb Chops: Tandoori-spiced lamb, herb yogurt dip Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Garlic Naan: Soft flat bread with garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Parotta: Multi-layered soft bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Madras Filter Coffee
- Mango Lassi: Mango and yogurt drink
- Taj Mahal Beer
- Singapore Sling: Gin, brandy, grenadine, sweet/sour mix, soda