Masala Craft Indian Kitchen – Indian
Masala Craft Indian Kitchen invites guests into a vibrant space where the air is perfumed with the warm, complex aromas of hand-ground spices and sizzling tandoori specialties. The experience unfolds through a tapestry of textures, from the shatteringly crisp crunch of golden kachoris to the succulent, spice-kissed char of lamb seekh bites and tangy garlic-glazed cauliflower. Whether savoring the zesty brightness of raw-mango shrimp or the comforting heat of jalapeño-cheese cutlets, diners discover a soulful marriage of time-honored Punjabi tradition and bold, modern flair.
Monticello Avenue +17578087045 https://www.masalacraftva.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, halal, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, low-sodium, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, alkaline, volumetrics, tlc, renal, zone, aip, raw-food, slow-carb, macrobiotic, lectin-free, juice-cleanse
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its delicious seafood dishes, diners rave about the intimate atmosphere that provides a perfect backdrop for family meals. Guests consistently praise the helpful and attentive service staff, noting that the team is proactive in ensuring every visitor feels well-cared for throughout their visit. This neighborhood gem is frequently highlighted for its welcoming environment and high-quality menu items that keep locals returning.
Menu
Appetizers
- Vegetable Pakora - $7: Spiced Chickpea Batter, Fried-Golden Brown, Chutney Pairing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Punjabi Samosa - $7: Pastry Turnover, Seasoned Potato-Pea Filling, Chutney Pairing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeño-Cheese Cutlets - $8: Indian Style Jalapeño-Mozzarella Popper, Sweet-Spicy Chutney Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chatpati Lasuni Gobhi - $10: Fried Cauliflower, Soy-Tomato Glaze, Garlic, Sesame Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khasta Kachori - $10: Fried Pastry, Curried Chickpeas, Yogurt, Tamarind Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Assorted Vegetable Sampler - $10: Vegetable Pakora, Punjabi Samosa, Jalapeño-Cheese Cutlets Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kache Aam Ka Jhinga - $12: Sweet & Spicy Shrimp, Mango, Tamarind Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kukkdi Charga - $11: Grilled Chicken Breast, Yogurt, Saffron, Fennel Seeds, Olives Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Chili - $12: Grilled Chicken Breast, Soy-Tomato Glaze, Chili, Honey Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Seekh Bites - $13: Minced Lamb, Ginger, Nutmeg, Mace, Pickled onions, Mint-Tamarind Aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chaat of the Day - $10: Indian Street Food, Sweet-Sour-Spicy-Tangy-Crunchy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup and Salad
- Tomato-Coconut Soup - $5: Tomato-Coconut Medley, Curry Leaf, Mustard Seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup Dalcha - $5: Yellow Lentil, Seasonal Vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Kachumber Salad - $7: Cucumber, Onion, Tomato, Cilantro-Lime Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $10: Seasonal Greens, Goat Cheese, Candied Pecans, Cumin-Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Tandoor Baked Breads
- Naan - $3: Traditional white flour bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Naan - $4: Topped with Garlic & Cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kulcha - $6: Stuffed with choice of: Palak, Potato, Onion, Paneer, or Cauliflower Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kashmiri Naan - $6: Maraschino Cherries, Coconut, Cashews, Almonds, Raisins Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roti - $3: Traditional Unleavened 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
- Lacha Parantha - $4: Whole Wheat Bread Layered With Butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Assorted Breads - $12: Naan, Garlic Naan, Kulcha of the Day Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Biryani
- Vegetable Biryani - $17: Long Grain Basmati Rice, Saffron, Aromatic Spices, Served with Raita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Biryani - $20: Long Grain Basmati Rice, Saffron, Aromatic Spices, Served with Raita Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Biryani - $24: Long Grain Basmati Rice, Saffron, Aromatic Spices, Served with Raita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Biryani - $23: Long Grain Basmati Rice, Saffron, Aromatic Spices, Served with Raita Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goat Biryani - $23: Long Grain Basmati Rice, Saffron, Aromatic Spices, Served with Raita Available at: dinner, lunch
Grills from the Clay Oven
- Tandoori Chicken Tikka - $21: Traditional Dhaba Style Grilled Chicken Breast, Yogurt Marinade Available at: dinner, lunch
- Murg Malai - $21: Chicken-on-the-Bone, Saffron, Cashew Crème Marinade Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Raan - $23: Grilled Lamb, Cumin-Coriander Marinade, Mace Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Lamb Chops - $29: On-The-Bone, Yogurt Spice Marinade, Turmeric-Ginger Marinade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Grill - $27: Chicken Tikka, Lamb Raan, Fish Tikka, Ajwaini Shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khaas Paneer & Vegetable Tikka - $20: Charred Homemade Cottage Cheese, Herbed, Seasonal Vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ajwaini Prawns - $23: Jumbo Prawns, Turmeric, Carom Seeds Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tikka - $23: Salmon Fillet, Lemongrass, Saffron Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian Entrees
- Malai Methi Corn - $17: Creamed Spinach, Fenugreek, Corn, Onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baingan Patiala - $18: Baby Eggplant, Sesame, Coconut, Mustard Oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Makhni - $18: Homemade Cottage Cheese, Tomato, Fenugreek Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nizami Paneer - $19: Homemade Cottage Cheese, Cashew, Raisin, Cilantro Cress Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kofta Dilnaaz - $18: Vegetable Croquettes, Tomato, Onion, Fenugreek Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dal Tadka / Makhni / Bhukhara - $17: Slow Cooked Lentils, Tempered w/ Ginger-Garlic-Cumin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Mushroom Steak - $20: Tandoor Roasted Cauliflower, Portobello Mushroom, Tomato-Fenugreek Sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goan Vegetable Curry - $17: Seasonal Vegetables, Coconut, Mustard Seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ma’s Baingan Bharta - $17: Smoked Eggplant Mash, Tomato, Onion, Garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Mushroom Lazeez - $18: Homestyle Curry, Portobello Mushroom, Onion Seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Subzi Panchmael - $17: Seasonal Vegetables, Lotusroot, Homemade Garam Masala Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zucchini-Jackfruit Kofta - $17: Croquettes, Ginger, Garlic, Onion, Cumin Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chana Masala - $17: Chickpea Curry, Tomato, Cumin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Gobhi Matar - $17: Indian Style Potato, Cauliflower, Peas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood Entrees
- Meen Moilee - $25: Seabass, Coconut Extract, Tempered Curry Leaf Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Masala - $28: Jumbo Lump Crab, Classic Tikka Masala Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Mango Shrimp - $23: Shrimp-Mango Medley, Ginger, Scallion Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Awadhi Tawa Scallop - $28: Pan Seared Scallop, Cashew Crème, Apricot Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Kasundi - $25: Shrimp, Scallop, Cod, Tomato-Coconut, Mustard Oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Entrees
- Butter Chicken - $21: 24-Hour Yogurt & Spice Marinade, Tandoor Charred, Classic Creamed Tomato Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mughlai Murg Musualam - $21: Cashew Crème, Fenugreek, Cardamom Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Xacuti - $20: Coconut-Tomato Curry, Tamarind, Mustard Seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chennai Style Chicken Curry - $20: Spicy Southern Curry, Onion, Tomato, Bedhgi Chili Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Subz Curry - $20: Chicken & Vegetables, Punjab Inspired Curry, Tomato-Ginger-Garlic Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ghee Roasted Chicken - $23: Tandoor Charred, Saffron, Sesame, Toasted Almonds, Pistachio Dust Available at: dinner, lunch
Lamb & Goat Entrees
- Lamb Rogan Josh - $23: Cloves, Cinnamon, Yogurt, Mustard Oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khade Masale Ka Gosht - $23: Lamb Curry, Cardamom, Nutmeg, Mace, Bay Leaf Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Zafrani - $24: Cashew-Saffron Infusion, Cilantro Cress Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laal Maas - $24: On-The-Bone Goat, Yogurt, Ginger, Garlic, Kachri Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Methi Ghost - $24: On-The-Bone Goat, Fenugreek, Tomato, Homemade Garam Masala Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Roasted Papad - $4: Lentil Flour Wafer, Cilantro-Mint Chutney Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Raita - $4: Homemade Yogurt, Cumin, Grated Cucumber
- Ghar Ka Achar - $4: Indian Mixed Pickle, Desi Spices & Aromatics
- Chutney Flight - $9: Trio of Fresh Homemade Seasonal Chutneys
- Grilled Vegetables - $10: Charred Vegetables, Homemade Masala Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bhindi Masala - $12: Stir Fried Okra, Onion, Tomato, Peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion & Chili - $3: Sliced and Seasoned Raw Onions & Green Chili Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Raw-Food, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Craft Cocktails
- A.B.C.D - $13: Turmeric Infused Gin, Orange Bitters, Cardamom, Peppercorn, Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Doctor's Orders - $14: Turmeric Infused Gin, Carrot Juice, Ginger Syrup, Orange Blossom Water, Amaretto
- Phoolin' Around - $14: Blue Pea Flower Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, Lychee Liqueur, Lychee Juice, Citrus Foam Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse
- Your Pear-Aside Dream - $14: Vodka, Italicus Bergamot Liqueur, Lillet Rosé, Pear Juice, Lemon Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- The Pink City of Jaipur - $13: Hibiscus Tea infused Vodka, Pomegranate Liqueur, Ginger Syrup, Citrus Foam Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Bomb Dot Com - $13: Old Monk XXX Rum, Orange Liqueur, Passionfruit, Orgeat Syrup, Pineapple Juice, Tonic Water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Go Guava Gona - $15: Chili Infused Tequila, Mezcal, Ancho Reyes Liqueur, Guava Juice, Tamarind Chutney, Habanero Bitters, Chili-Lime & Chaat Masala Rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Is Your Roti Round? - $13: Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Grapefruit Juice, Ginger Syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Catcher in the Rye - $14: Sazerac Rye, Rhubarb Amaro, Homemade Strawberry-Cardamom Shrub, Black Walnut Bitters, Orange Peel Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- The Smoke Show - $16: Eagle Rare Bourbon, Carpano Antica Vermouth, Campari, Smoked Bourbon Soaked Oak Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- O.M.G(hee)- Ghee Washed Old Fashioned - $17: Amrut Single Malt, Courvoisier, Maple syrup, Garam Masala, Orange Bitters Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- MC's Old Fashioned - $14: Eagle Rare Bourbon, Jaggery, Cardamom Bitters, Black Walnut Bitters, Amarena Cherries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Namaste London - $14: Amrut Indian Single Malt, Fernet Branca, Luxardo Maraschino Rinse, Spiced Honey Syrup, Lemon, Cardamom Bitters Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Whiskey Flights
- Taste of Kentucky - $37: Blanton's, Buffalo Trace, E.H Taylor Small Batch, Elijah Craig Barrel-Proof
- Patiala Peg - $39: Rampur Double Cask, Amrut Classic Single Malt, Amrut Fusion Single Malt, Amrut Peated Single Malt
- Around the World - $39: Rampur Double Cask, The Yamazaki 12yr, Blanton’s, Oban 14yr
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- Top's China Restaurant — Chinese
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