Kanak – Indian
Kanak invites diners into a vibrant space where the air is thick with the intoxicating aroma of toasted spices and the rhythmic sizzle of the clay tandoor. Golden-hued pakoras and tangy, street-style chaats offer a crisp prelude to succulent tandoori meats charred to smoky perfection, capturing the soulful essence of traditional Indian flavors in every bite.
2211, 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98121 +12069069968 https://kanakindianseattle.com0Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Vegetable Samosa - $7: Savory deep-fried pastry puffs filled with mildly spiced potato and peas. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Pakoras - $6: Delicately spiced fried fritters lightly battered in chickpea flour. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Pakoras - $9: Delicately spiced fried cheese fritters lightly battered in chickpea flour. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pakoras - $8: Delicately spiced fried chicken fritters lightly battered in chickpea flour. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Pakoras - $8: Delicately spiced fried fish fritters lightly battered in chickpea flour. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Papri Chaat - $10: Chopped potatoes and bread with onions in a tangy sauce (served cold). Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa Chaat - $12: Vegetable samosa served with garbanzo beans, onion, yogurt, and chutney. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Tikka Appetizer - $12: Tender pieces of cheese marinated with delicate spices and roasted in tandoor. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Half - $16: Bone-in chicken marinated overnight in yogurt, onions, and garlic then roasted in tandoor. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Chicken Half - $16: Bone-in chicken marinated overnight in yogurt, onions, and garlic then roasted in tandoor. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $12: Deep fried squid in a crisp garlicky batter. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Tikki - $10: Grilled Indian spiced potato patty served cold with yogurt and tamarind chutney. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Mixed Appetizer Plate - $15: A selection of vegetable samosa, vegetable pakoras, and paneer pakoras. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Appetizer Plate - $15: A selection of vegetable samosa, vegetable pakora, chicken pakora, and fish pakoras. Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Kanak Special Salad - $10: Onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, green bell peppers and served with italian dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cesar Salad - $8: Fresh romaine lettuce with parmesan cheese, and Cesar dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Indian Salad - $10: Romaine lettuce, onions, tomatoes, chickpea, cucumber and Indian spices. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dal Soup - $8: Lentils lightly cooked in vegetable stock. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Spinach Soup - $8: Fresh tomatoes and spinach blended with ginger and garlic. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mulligatawny Soup - $8: A rich chicken, lentil and rice soup flavored with indian spices and served with lemon. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Indian Breads
- Plain Naan - $4: Olive oil and cilantro. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Naan - $7: Stuffed with potatoes and spices. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plain Paratha - $5: Whole wheat bread with olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Onion Kulcha - $7: Stuffed with fresh onions. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roti - $4: Basic Indian style whole wheat bread. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Naan - $7: Stuffed with fresh spinach. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Naan - $5: Fresh garlic and olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Naan - $7: Stuffed with homemade cheese and nuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mint Naan - $4: Fresh mint and olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Basil Naan - $4: Fresh garlic, basil and olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Naan - $8: Stuffed with savory chicken. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Naan - $8: Stuffed with tender lamb. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Naan - $4: Leavened bread with fresh green chilies. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kashmiri Naan - $8: Stuffed with cherries, raisins, cashews and fennel. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian Entrees
- Aloo Gobhi - $16: Fresh cauliflower and potatoes cooked with herbs and spices. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Bhindi - $16: Fresh okra and potatoes cooked with onions, ginger and tomatoes. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Matter - $16: Fresh green peas cooked in delicately spiced sauce with potatoes. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Chana - $16: Garbanzo beans and potatoes delicately cooked with tomatoes, onions, and spices. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daal Tadka - $16: Yellow lentils tempered with garlic, ginger, onions, and spices. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daal Maharani - $16: Pureed mildly spiced black lentils delicately cooked with tomatoes, onions and fresh herbs. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chana Masala - $16: Chickpea cooked with Indian spices. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shahi Paneer - $18: Fresh homemade cheese smothered in a creamy tomato, cashews, and onion sauce. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Matter Paneer - $17: Green peas cooked with homemade cheese and Indian spices in a tomato sauce. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Malai Kofta - $17: Freshly made deep fried minced vegetable balls served in a creamy tomato sauce. Served with basmati rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
Kanak Entrees
- Butter Masala - $16: A deliciously smooth butter, tomato, and cream sauce spiced with ginger and garlic. Served with basmati rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tikka Masala - $16: An onion based curry cooked with garlic, ginger in a tomato sauce and spices. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goa Coconut Curry - $16: Curry cooked with coconut, ginger, garlic, and our special blend of spices. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palak Masala - $16: Cooked with Indian spices and spinach. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mango Curry Special - $16: Mango chutney cooked with a touch of cream and Indian spices. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Madras Curry - $16: Cooked with chunks of tomatoes, roasted dry chilies browned garlic, and Indian spices. Served with basmati rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Curry Specialty - $16: A traditional brown curry prepared with tomatoes, onions, and fresh herbs. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shahi Korma - $16: A traditional dish prepared with exotic spices, herbs, and a cream-based sauce with cashews. Served with basmati rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalfrazie - $16: Tomato base curry cooked with bell peppers, onions, broccoli, and spices. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vandaloo - $16: A rich gravy sauce cooked with potatoes in a zesty vinegar sauce. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kashmiri Special - $16: A creamy curry cooked with cashews, raisins, and fruits. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Indian Karahi - $17: Cooked in a traditional Indian wok with onions, bell peppers, garlic, and Indian spices. Served with basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Sizzlers
- Kanak Signature Indian Mix Grill - $25: Chicken, shrimp, fish, chicken tikka, and lamb kebab with grilled onions and peppers. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Chicken - $19: Bone in chicken marinated overnight in yogurt, onions, and garlic then roasted in tandoor. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka - $20: Boneless chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, then roasted in the clay oven. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Tikka Sizzler - $18: Tender pieces of cheese marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic, herbs, and spices. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Boti Kabab - $20: Tandoor grilled lamb pieces flavored with garlic, ginger, and Indian spices. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Seekh Kabab - $20: Ground lamb cooked in tandoor with Indian spices. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rack of Lamb - $28: Marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic, herbs and cooked in clay oven. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Salmon - $22: Fresh salmon cooked in our special tandoori marinade. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Shrimp - $21: Large shrimp marinated in yogurt and spices, then quickly fired in tandoor. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Cod - $20: Marinated overnight in yogurt, ginger, garlic, and Indian spices, then broiled in the tandoor. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Mix Vegetable - $19: Assortment of fresh vegetable and homemade paneer, spiced, grilled in tandoor. Served with basmati rice and vegetables. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Dishes
- Biryani - $16: Basmati rice cooked with special blends of herbs and spices in an aromatic sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulao - $10: Oven steamed basmati rice with fresh herbs and spices, cooked to order. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aromatic Basmati Rice - $4: Plain steamed basmati rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, 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
Sides
- Raita - $4: Homemade yogurt with onion, cucumber and touch of cream. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plain Yogurt - $4: Homemade plain yogurt. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Indian Mix Pickle - $2: Assorted pickled vegetables. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Mango Chutney - $2: Sweet and tangy mango condiment.
- Red Onion with Green Chili - $3: Fresh sliced onions and chilies. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Rasmalai - $7: Freshly made soft cheese patties drenched in thick sweet milk, laced with grated pistachio nuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Kheer - $4: Rice pudding cooked with sweet milk and garnished with grated pistachio nuts. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Gulab Jamun - $7: Freshly made cheese balls, deep fried and cooked in a lightly flavored syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Baklava - $4: Middle eastern pastry made of nuts and thin dough steeped in syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mango Ice Cream - $4: Indian style ice cream with fresh mangoes and nuts. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Kulfi - $8: Traditional Indian ice cream made of sweetened condensed milk, fresh cream, almonds and cardamon. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Strawberry Ice Cream - $3: Classic strawberry flavored ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Coconut Ice Cream - $3: Creamy coconut flavored ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mango Mousse Cake - $8: Creamy fluffy dessert with tropical mango flavor. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Lassi - $6: Traditional Indian yogurt drink. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Lemonade - $4: Refreshing lemon drink.
- Juice - $4: Assorted fruit juices.
- Black Ice Tea - $3: Chilled black tea. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Hot Tea - $3: Freshly brewed hot tea.
- Indian Chai - $4: Traditional spiced milk tea. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Soft Drink - $4: Assorted carbonated beverages.
- Shakes - $6: Creamy blended milkshakes.
Specials
- Paneer Karahi - $17: Today's special karahi dish with paneer. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Restaurants near Kanak
- Tandoori Hut — Indian
- Aditi Chai — Indian
- Food Junction — Indian
- Zaika — Indian
- Far Eats Cafe — Indian
- Mirch Masala — Indian
- Spice King — Indian
- Nirmal's — Indian
- Annapurna Cafe — Indian
- Mother India Cuisine — Indian
- Spice Waala — Indian
- Desi Pizza Kitchen — Indian
