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Choolaah — East Liberty

  • 6114 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
  • Last verified: August 2026
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Four crisp samosas arranged around chickpea chaat with green and white chutneys

Menu

Build a Bowl

  • Choolaah Bowl

    Our Choolaah Bowl is completely customizable with your choice of premium sourced protein served on a bed of rice or greens, topped with one of our delicious chef-driven masalas or daals. Protein: Chicken (GF), Lamb (GF), Salmon (GF), Paneer (V, GF), Veggie Croquette (VE), Tofu (VE, GF), or Roasted Veggies (VE, GF). Base: White Basmati (VE, GF), Brown Basmati (VE, GF), Greens (VE, GF), Half White Rice & Greens (VE, GF), Half White Rice & Half Brown Rice (VE, GF), or Half Brown Rice & Greens (VE, GF). Masala: Tikka Masala (V, GF), Chickpea Masala (VE, GF), Black Lentil Daal (V, GF), or Yellow Lentil Daal (VE, GF).

  • Perfect Balance Bowl

    We almost called it ‘The most epically flavor-packed, mom-approved, deliciously guilt free bowl in the world’ but a Debbie Downer in legal nixed that idea. Someone on the interwebs called it a mini buffet in a bowl. We call it the Perfect Balance Bowl. Our Perfect Balance Bowl is prepared with our roasted veggies, plus your choice of premium sourced protein, served on a bed of rice or greens and topped with one of our delicious chef-driven masalas or daals. Protein: Chicken (GF), Lamb (GF), Salmon (GF), Paneer (V, GF), Veggie Croquette (VE), Tofu (VE, GF), or Roasted Veggies (VE, GF). Base: White Basmati (VE, GF), Brown Basmati (VE, GF), or Greens (VE, GF). Masala: Tikka Masala (V, GF), Chickpea Masala (VE, GF), Black Lentil Daal (V, GF), or Yellow Lentil Daal (VE, GF).

  • Pro Bowl

    Going low-carb? No problem. Just dive into our fit-friendly bowl that’s packed full of flavor. With the Pro Bowl, you get a double serving of our marinated veggies, roasted to perfection paired with your choice of a premium sourced protein. Just 'cause you say no to rice, doesn't mean you can’t say yes to a taste bud explosion. Protein: Chicken (GF), Lamb (GF), Salmon (GF), Paneer (V, GF), Veggie Croquette (VE), Tofu (VE, GF), or Roasted Veggies (VE, GF).

  • Choolaah Salad

    Gourmet salad made with spring mix, romaine, crispy wheat naan chips, roasted sweet potatoes and cauliflower, chickpeas, golden raisins, topped with your favorite protein and choice of housemade dressing. Protein: Chicken (GF), Lamb (GF), Salmon (GF), Paneer (V, GF), Veggie Croquette (VE), Tofu (VE, GF), or Roasted Veggies (VE, GF). Dressing: Tamarind Ginger (VE, GF) or Choolaah Ranch (V, GF).

Protein Choices

  • Chicken

    Our premium sourced tandoori chicken is cooked to perfection in our 600 degree tandoor ovens allowing the fat to drop away and seal in the yum, because we believe chicken should taste like chicken, well chicken.

  • Lamb

    Our meatballs are made with Halal lamb with absolutely no fillers. We use our custom Indian spice blends and herbs in every hand rolled meatball, delivering just a hint of heat.

  • Salmon

    Our salmon comes from the pristine waters of the Faroe Islands. Each salmon is fed a natural diet rich in sustainable marine resources and is Non GMO, uses no antibiotics, and is Global GAP & ASC certified. The North Atlantic is noted for its clear waters and steady temperatures, making it one of the finest fisheries in the world.

  • Paneer

    Choolaah’s fresh-curd paneer cheese is inspired by co-CEO Randhir’s grandmother’s own family recipe. Made from wholesome milk, our vegetarian loving paneer is a fresh cheese masterpiece. Choolaah believes in using our resources to support family farms. Randhir’s grandmother would approve.

  • Veggie Croquette

    Our vegan croquettes are magical spheres of tasty goodness. Made with lentils, onions, eggplant, potatoes and green peas then flash fried into crispy ridiculously good rounds. Have a ball eating your veggies!

  • Tofu

    Our protein-packed, vegan tofu is crafted by Soy Boy in Rochester, NY. It is USDA Organic, Non GMO, Vegan, Kosher and 100% Delicious.

  • Roasted Veggies

    Our veggies are gently roasted to bring out the tasty goodness of each veggie. Our veggie medley of sweet potatoes, zucchini and cauliflower is vegan marinated. It'll will make you say ‘That’s vegamazing!’.

Wraps

  • Chicken Wrap

    Our naan wrap is packed with marinated tandoori chicken, red onions and then drizzled with our sauces.

  • Lamb Wrap

    Our naan wrap is filled with our halal-friendly lamb, finished with red onions and then drizzled with our sauces.

  • Paneer Wrap

    Our paneer cheese is wrapped in a freshly baked naan wrap with red onions and then drizzled with our signature sauces.

  • Cauliflower and Chickpea Wrap

    Our freshly made vegan wrap is stuffed with our signature chickpea masala, cauliflower, spring mix and romaine.

Street Food

  • Samosa Chaat

    Four vegetarian-friendly samosas topped with our slow-cooked chickpea masala, then drizzled with yogurt and our sweet and tangy sauces.

  • Pav Bhaji

    Our Pav Bhaji is kinda like a vegetarian version of a sloppy Joe. Served with a flavorful bowl of bhaji vegetables and lightly buttered buns.

  • Samosa

    Our vegan friendly samosas are stuffed with potatoes, peas and exotic spices.

  • Roti Chips

    Wheat naan cut and fried to a crisp perfection and sprinkled with salt.

Sides

  • Tikka Masala

    Our signature creamy tomato and onion sauce with exotic herbs and spices is vegetarian friendly and delicious.

  • Chickpea Masala

    We slow cook our chickpeas with exotic spices, for a vegan treat, just like grandma makes.

  • Black Lentil Daal

    Rich creamy black lentils slow cooked with tomatoes and spices for a deep rich, and flavorful vegetarian daal.

  • Yellow Lentil Daal

    Three lentils come together with vegetables, herbs and spices for vegan filled delight

  • Basmati Rice

    Our imported basmati rice is lightly infused with a touch of cumin both white and brown are vegan and gluten-free.

  • Naan Bread

    Our flaky, soft and crispy, hand-tossed naan is tandoor cooked to perfection in our 600 degree ovens.

  • Wheat Naan

    Flaky, soft and crispy, hand-tossed wheat naan.

  • Half Rice/Half Masala

    Combination of your choice of Brown or White Basmati rice with any of our masalas and daals.

  • Side Salad

    Spring mix and romaine with sweet potatoes, chickpeas and choice of housemade dressing.

Sauces

  • Tamarind Ginger

    A sweet & tangy vinaigrette with a hint of ginger.

  • Spicy Mango

    A sweet and spicy Alphonso mango chutney.

  • Mint Yogurt

    Our chutney is made with fresh mint which gives this yogurt sauce a refreshing kick.

  • Tamarind Apple

    Our chutney is made with the sweetness of apple with the tang of tamarind.

  • Choolaah Ranch

    An Indian twist on the great American classic dressing. Saddle up!

  • Whoa Hot Sauce

    It's a gluten-friendly combo of tart and sweet that will put a smile on anyone's face. Heat Level: 5/10

  • Ouch Hot Sauce

    This sauce is a delicious blend of green chilies, serrano and scorpion pepper that delivers a fresh, citrusy punch. Heat Level: 8/10

  • OMG Hot Sauce

    This sauce is hot. Like slap-my-face hot. Like, serrano, scorpion and habanero pepper hot. Heat Level: 10/10

Little Meals

  • Cheesy Naan Pizza

    Delicious melty mozzarella cheese and our rich red sauce baked on a fresh naan.

  • Chicken Naan Pizza

    It's so good your parents will probably try to sneak a piece. So watch out. Our crispy naan is topped with a flavor-packed red sauce, tandoor cooked chicken and mozzarella.

  • Little Choolaah Bowl

    This little bowl of yum comes with your choice of chicken, paneer or tofu plus rice and masala of your choosing.

  • Masala Bowl

    Comfort food at its simplest, the Masala & Rice bowl comes with a serving of white or brown basmati rice, plus a serving of masala or daal.

  • Chicken & Rice

    Juicy, tandoor cooked with delicious basmati rice.

  • Paneer & Rice

    Our vegetarian-friendly paneer cheese, toasted to perfection with basmati rice.

  • Tofu & Rice

    Organic tandoor cooked tofu, with our fragrant basmati rice.

Beverages

  • Chilled Chai

    Chill out with our traditional Chai. We combine the rich taste of black tea leaves with undertones of authentic spices and a hint of sweet goodness to make a cool anytime treat.

  • Hot Chai

    Our traditional Hot Chai combines the rich taste of black tea leaves with undertones of authentic spices and a hint of sweet goodness.

  • Mango Lassi

    Classic yogurt based smoothie made from imported Alphonso mangoes.

  • Lemonade

    Choose from fresh squeezed mint ginger or mango lemonade.

Desserts

  • Kulfi Ice Cream

    Our Malai ice-cream is lightly infused with imported green cardamom.

Menu items and prices are approximate and may have changed — call the restaurant to confirm.

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