Mantra India – Indian
Mantra India invites diners into a vibrant tapestry of flavors where the sizzle of the tandoor and the aromatic perfume of fresh curry leaves create an immediate sense of warmth and discovery. The experience balances playful street-side inspirations like crispy spinach chaat and savory Bombay sliders with sophisticated small plates, such as delicate asparagus cheese tikkis and buttery shrimp roasts. Each bite offers a journey through India’s diverse culinary landscape, blending traditional techniques with modern flair to create a dining atmosphere that is both soulful and spirited.
288, Castro Street +16509601000 https://www.mantraindiausa.com/0Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, dairy-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, halal, vegan, pescatarian, diabetic, sugar-free, plant-based, whole30, paleo, mediterranean, heart-healthy, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, low-cholesterol, detox, alkaline, carnivore, volumetrics, aip, slow-carb, mayo-clinic, sirtfood, candida, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Small Bites
- Asparagus Cheese Tikki - $7.99: Herb-laced crisp golden patties Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Samosa - $7.99: Crispy pastry pockets stuffed with savory spiced potatoes and peas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Railway Cutlets - $9.99: Rich golden patties narrating a nostalgic train journey through India Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Crispy Spinach Leaf Chaat - $13.99: Fried spinach topped with crushed chickpeas, herbs, and vibrant chutneys Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Hyderabadi Apollo Fish - $19.99: Crisp fish medallions tossed in a fiery chili-garlic glaze with curry leaves and Southern spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Curry Leaf Crispy Fish - $14.99: Crispy aromatic tilapia fritters infused with curry leaves, served with mint and tamarind dips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Vennai Roast - $19.99: Shrimp slow-roasted in brown butter and fragrant Indian herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Tandoori Sampler - $24.99: Platter of Peshawari Chicken, Shrimp and Lamb Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
Streets of India
- Bombay Slider - $7.99: Spiced potato fritters tucked in fluffy pav, finished with chutneys Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Dahi Batata Sev Poori - $9.99: Crisp puris filled with spiced potatoes, yogurt, chutneys, and pomegranate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pani Poori Shots - $9.99: Crisp wafer shells served with spiced concoctions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Chaat Samosa - $9.99: Crushed samosa topped with tangy chutneys, spiced potatoes, and crispy sev Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Masala Papad - $7.99: Crispy lentil wafers layered with chopped veggies, chutneys, and lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb
Indo-Chinese Cravings
- Chili Chicken - $16.99: Tender organic chicken cubes tossed with crisp veggies in a bold chili sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Hakka Noodles - $14.99: Stir-fried noodles with crisp vegetables and aromatic spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Gobi Manchurian - $14.99: Crispy cauliflower florets tossed in signature Mantra sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
The Tandoor-Fired
- Cajun Paneer Tikka - $17.99: Grilled paneer cubes marinated in Cajun spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Peshawari Chicken - $19.99: Tender chicken grilled with bold Peshawari spices and creamy marinade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Murg Tandoori - $22.99: Chicken marinated in yogurt, ginger-garlic, and lemon, slow-roasted in the tandoor Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating
- Lamb Seekh Kebab - $19.99: Juicy minced lamb spiced with herbs and skewered Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Tandoori King Salmon - $24.99: Alaskan salmon grilled with house masala Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Frontier Lamb Chop - $24.99: Flame-kissed lamb chops marinated in earthy spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
Vegetarian Entrées
- Organic Yellow Tadka Dal - $17.99: Hearty yellow lentils tempered with herbs, spices, and ghee Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Dal Bukhara - $17.99: Slow-cooked black lentils in a rich, creamy blend of house spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
- Mantra Malai Paneer - $17.99: Tender paneer cubes slow-simmered in a tomato gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Swiss Chard Saag Paneer - $18.99: Paneer cubes in spinach and Swiss chard with house-roasted spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber
- Kale Kofta Curry - $18.99: Organic baby kale dumplings in a vibrant orange gravy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood
Non-Vegetarian Entrées
- Ghee Roasted Butter Chicken - $19.99: Organic California chicken simmered in velvety tomato-butter sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Kashmiri Rogan Josh - $19.99: Tender lamb slow-braised in Kashmiri spices, saffron, and ginger Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Braised Lamb Shank - $24.99: Lamb shank slow-cooked in rich broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
Biryani & Rice
- Veg Dum Biryani - $17.99: Fragrant basmati rice layered with vegetables, saffron, and Napa berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Hyderabadi Murg Dum Biryani - $19.99: Marinated chicken and saffron rice steamed with bold spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Desserts
- Gulab Jamun - $5.99: Fried thickened milk dumplings soaked in rose-flavored sugar syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mango Panna Cotta - $7.99: Mango flavored light and silky-smooth cream custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $8.99: Chocolate cake with a gooey molten center, served with vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Mango Lassi - $4.99: Mango flavored classic yogurt drink
- Masala Tea - $3: Traditional Indian tea made with milk, cardamom, and spices
- Jalapeno Basil Gin and Tonic - $15: Jalapeno, Basil, Gin, Cucumber, Tonic Water