Matagali – Italian
The air at Matagali is thick with the enticing aroma of toasted spices and the smoky char of the tandoor, drawing guests into a vibrant space dedicated to the art of the perfect savory bite. Golden, hand-folded samosas and crisp pakoras offer a satisfying crunch that gives way to fragrant, tender fillings, while succulent tandoori chicken emerges from the flames with a deep, spice-infused glaze. It is a culinary destination where traditional street-food flavors are elevated into a communal feast of bold textures and lingering warmth.
Elm Street +14165999994 https://www.matagali.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, 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, soy-free
Diet fit at Matagali
Dairy-Free at Matagali
Matagali in Norristown has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Pakora, Tom Yum Chicken and Chana Masala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Matagali
Matagali in Norristown has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tom Yum Chicken, Tom Yum Prawns and Prawns Goa Curry. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Matagali
Matagali in Norristown has 25 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raita, Vegetable Pakora and Vegetable Fried Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Matagali
Matagali in Norristown has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Tikka. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Matagali
Matagali in Norristown has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Finger Paneer, Lamb Rogan Josh and Chicken Tikka. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Matagali
Matagali in Norristown has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raita, Finger Paneer and Tom Yum Prawns. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Matagali
Matagali in Norristown has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Pakora, Chana Masala and Vegetable Samosa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Matagali
Matagali in Norristown has 20 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raita, Vegetable Pakora and Vegetable Fried Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Matagali
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Yum Chicken | 28.5 g | 31.9 g |
| Lentil Soup | 53.8 g | 29.1 g |
| Tandoori Chicken Quarter Leg | 56.5 g | 24.7 g |
| Tandoori Chicken Quarter Breast | 57.9 g | 24.4 g |
| Cashew Chicken | 31.9 g | 21.6 g |
| Chicken Tikka | 0.1 g | 20.8 g |
| Palak Paneer | 17.7 g | 16.6 g |
| Chicken Samosa | 13 g | 14.7 g |
| Tandoori Chicken Half | 81.6 g | 14.3 g |
| Finger Paneer | 2.3 g | 12.7 g |
| Chicken Pad Thai | 24.8 g | 10.1 g |
| Tom Yum Prawns | 10.8 g | 8.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its savory and perfectly cooked pasta, Matagali offers an inviting space that guests find both welcoming and comfortable. Reviewers highlight the polite, attentive staff and reasonable pricing, frequently noting that the high-quality flavors and friendly atmosphere make it a standout choice for a return visit.
Menu
Appetizers
- Vegetable Pakora - $15: Chopped cauliflower, onions, potatoes marinated in chickpea flour and spices, fried. Served with mint chutney. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Spring Rolls - $14: Thai style rolls served with ginger-plum sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Spring Rolls - $15: Thai style rolls served with ginger-plum sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Finger Paneer - $15: Deep fried homemade cheese marinated with yoghurt, ginger and spices. Served with mint chutney. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Pakora - $16: Fish cubes marinated in spices and deep fried in a tangy chickpea batter. Served with mint tamarind chutney. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prawns Pakora - $18: Tiger prawns marinated in ginger, garlic, sesame seeds and mild spices, deep fried in chickpea batter. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka - $17: Boneless chicken breast chunk marinated in tandoori paste and barbecued in the tandoor oven. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Samosa - $14: Deep fried triangular pastry stuffed with potatoes, green peas, onion and spices. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Samosa - $15: Triangular deep fried pastry stuffed with spiced chicken and green peas. Available at: dinner, lunch
Tandoori Chicken
- Tandoori Chicken Quarter Leg - $11: Chicken leg marinated in yoghurt, garlic, ginger, spices and barbecued in the tandoor. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Chicken Quarter Breast - $16: Chicken breast marinated in yoghurt, garlic, ginger, spices and barbecued in the tandoor. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Chicken Half - $21: Chicken leg and breast marinated in yoghurt, garlic, ginger, spices and barbecued in the tandoor. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Tom Yum Chicken - $14: Traditional Thai sweet, spicy and sour soup. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Yum Prawns - $16: Traditional Thai sweet, spicy and sour soup. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup - $14: Variety of lentils cooked with onion, coriander and tomatoes. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Salad - $14: Organic baby greens, carrots, peppers, mango, cucumbers tossed in homemade dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Butter Chicken - $19: Chicken tikka cooked in a tomato-based sauce flavoured with butter and cream. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Masala - $19: Cubes of chicken cooked in onions, tomatoes and green peas in a medium-spiced sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cashew Chicken - $19: Sliced chicken stir-fried with onions and roasted cashew nuts in Thai sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Rogan Josh - $21: Lamb cooked Kashmiri-style in a medium spiced sauce. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prawns Goa Curry - $22: Prawns cooked in spicy sauce flavoured with coconut milk. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Masala - $20: Boneless tilapia fish fillet cooked in a medium spiced sauce with onions, tomatoes and green peas. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palak Paneer - $17: Homemade cheese cooked with pureed spinach and fenugreek. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chana Masala - $17: Chickpeas sauteed with onion, tomatoes and coriander in a thick masala sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice and Noodles
- Saffron Rice - $7: Basmati rice cooked with saffron and spices. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Fried Rice - $20: Basmati rice stir-fried with carrots, green peas, celery, onion, and scrambled egg. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pad Thai - $22: Flat rice noodles stir fried in homemade sauce with chicken. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Singapore Noodles (Vegetable) - $20: Stir-fried curried rice vermicelli with vegetables and scrambled eggs. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Plain Naan - $4: Lightly buttered all purpose flour bread baked in a tandoor. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Naan - $5: All purpose flour bread slathered with fresh chopped garlic and coriander. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Papadums (2pcs) - $3: Crispy lentil wafers. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Raita - $5: Yogurt with cucumber and spices. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Rasmalai - $9: Soft paneer balls immersed in chilled creamy milk. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Gulab Jamun - $9: Deep fried milk balls simmered in a sugar syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mango Ice Cream - $9: Homemade ice cream made from pureed mango chunks, cream and sugar. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Mango Lassi - $9: Traditional yogurt-based mango drink.
- Salted Lassi - $8: Savory yogurt drink. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
- Sweet Lassi - $8: Sweetened yogurt drink. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Soft Drinks - $4: Assorted pop.
- Fruit Juices - $7: Assorted fruit juices. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Matagali
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Matagali.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include vegetable and chicken samosas, pakoras, tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, spring rolls, and savory pasta.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- Matagali offers an extensive menu featuring over 30 dietary options, including keto, vegan, and gluten-free dishes like tandoori chicken and pakoras.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Matagali accommodates mixed diets with diverse options including keto Tandoori Chicken, gluten-free Prawns Pakora, and vegetarian Mango Ice Cream.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data for Matagali does not include a specific physical address or geographic location.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Matagali has an average rating of 4.0/5, with guests praising its perfectly cooked pasta and attentive staff.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Matagali is a budget-friendly ($) restaurant that reviewers frequently highlight for its reasonable pricing and high-quality flavors.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Matagali stands out for its high-quality pasta, polite staff, and reasonable pricing, earning a 4.0/5 rating for its welcoming atmosphere.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Matagali by visiting their official website at https://www.matagali.com for more information and inquiries.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect budget-friendly Italian cuisine featuring perfectly cooked pasta, attentive service, and a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere.
- Is Matagali dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Matagali has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Pakora, Tom Yum Chicken and Chana Masala.
- What can I eat at Matagali on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegetable Pakora, Tom Yum Chicken and Chana Masala carry the dairy-free tag, out of 11 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Matagali have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegetable Pakora and Chana Masala.
- Is Matagali gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Matagali?
- Tom Yum Chicken, at roughly 31.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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