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Royal India

Mon–Thu 11:30am–2:30pm & 5–10pm; Fri–Sat 11:30am–2:30pm & 5–10:30pm; Sun 12–3pm & 5–9pm

  • 3901 Capital Boulevard, Suite 103, Raleigh, NC 27604
  • (919) 981-0849
  • Last verified: September 2026
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The renovated dining room at Royal India in Raleigh, with white-clothed tables, dark wood chairs, arched pink pillars and framed Rajasthani portraits on the walls

Menu

Appetizers

  • Chicken Pakora$14.00

    Tender pieces of chicken, delicately spiced and batter fried.

  • Lentil Dumplings$10.00

    Moong lentil dumplings deep fried & garnished with grated white radish, mint sauce, tamarind sauce & touch of tangy chaat masala. A delicacy from the streets of India.

  • Alu Kheema Tikki$12.00

    Potato patties with minced lamb.

  • Royal Kabab Platter$16.00

    Chicken reshmi kabab, seekh kabab chicken tikka and tandoori shrimp.

  • Chilly Paneer$16.00

    Cubes of paneer, pan sautéed with onion, bell pepper, tomato & green chilies.

Soup & Salad

  • Mulligatawny Soup$8.00

    A spicy favorite of all made with split peas, vegetables & chicken broth.

  • Vegetable Soup$8.00

    Garden fresh mixed vegetable soup flavored with herbs and lightly spiced.

  • Chef Salad$8.00

    Combination of fresh greens, broccoli, tomato and celery served with chutney and yogurt dressing.

  • Spicy Cucumber Salad$8.00

    Julienne of onions, peppers, tomatoes in a tangy lemon dressing.

Royal India Recommends

  • Royal Feast For Two$85.00

    Tandoori chicken, chicken reshmi kabab, tandoori shrimp, lamb seekh kabab, chicken saag, lamb rogan josh, creamed lentils, raita, rice, bread, dessert, tea.

  • Royal Sizzling Grill$30.00

    An assortment of lamb seekh kabab, chicken tikka, chicken reshmi kabab, and tandoori shrimp served on a sizzler accompanied by freshly baked kulcha, vegetables and raita.

  • Thali (Vegetarian)$25.00

    Nutritionally well balanced, this platter is comprised of a variety of the day's three vegetarian specialties served with homemade yogurt, papad, naan or poori, samosa and dessert.

Chicken Specialties

  • Methi Chicken$24.00

    Chicken simmered with fresh fenugreek leaves & a selection of herbs.

  • Chicken Kadhai$21.00

    Strips of chicken cooked with onions, tomato, and bell pepper in an Indian wok.

  • Royal Chicken Curry$21.00

    A very traditional poultry dish prepared in a spicy curry sauce of ground onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes and other seasonings.

  • Chicken Tikka Masala$24.00

    Barbecued cubes of chicken cooked with tomatoes, onions and yogurt. An all time favorite.

  • Chicken Korma Kashmiri$24.00

    Chicken cooked in creamy sauce with almonds and dried nuts, lightly spiced.

Seafood Specialties

  • Fish Malabari$28.00

    A specialty of Malabar. Fish curry made with freshly ground coconut and array of masterfully blended spices.

  • Bombay Fish$28.00

    Fish cooked in typical Bombay style in a light curry sauce with tomato & onion.

  • Shrimp Masala$30.00

    Large shrimp sautéed with garlic, ginger, golden onions and tomatoes.

  • Shrimp Vindaloo$30.00

    A Goan specialty. Large shrimp cooked with fiery red hot spices.

  • Shrimp Jalfrezi$28.00

    Shrimps sautéed with bell peppers, onions, tomatoes and coriander. Quite tangy and tasteful.

Clay Oven Tandoori Specialties

  • Lamb Tikka Peshawri$26.00

    Peshawar delicacy. Well marinated choice lamb cubes grilled in a clay oven.

  • Paneer Tikka$20.00

    Fresh homemade cubes of cream cheese marinated and grilled over charcoal.

  • Chicken Reshmi Kabab$22.00

    A boneless tender chicken marinated with yogurt, ginger and garlic, grilled over charcoal.

  • Nimbu Paneer Tikka$14.00

    Soft juicy chunks of paneer sandwiched with lemon pickle and grilled in a clay oven.

  • Royal Chicken Seekh Kabab$22.00

    Mildly spiced minced chicken skewered and grilled over charcoal.

Lamb & Goat Specialties

  • Hyderabadi Lamb Chop Masala$35.00

    Hyderabad specialty. Tender lamb chops marinated with ginger, herbs, and spices, cooked in a very delicious onion and tomato sauce.

  • Rogan Josh$28.00

    Kashmir specialty. Lean chunks of lamb cooked in a rich almond sauce with a blend of fragrant spices.

  • Lamb Korma Kashmiri$28.00

    Cubes of lamb cooked in a creamy sauce and garnished with almonds and fruits.

  • Lamb Patiala$28.00

    From the royal kitchens of Patiala State. Tender boneless lamb pieces cooked with ground onion, ginger, garlic and aromatic masala, cooked with potatoes.

  • Lamb or Goat Vindaloo$28.00

    A specialty of Goa. Lamb or goat cooked in a fiery vinegar flavored sauce.

Rice & Biryanis

  • Peas Pulao$7.00

    Long grain basmati rice cooked with fresh green peas and saffron.

  • Vegetable Biryani$18.00

    Baked casserole of basmati rice and fresh vegetables flavored with saffron, nuts and raisins.

  • Kashmiri Pulao$12.00

    Aromatic long grain rice cooked with dry fruits, nuts, and saffron.

  • Chicken Shahjehani Biryani$22.00

    Baked casserole of basmati rice and chicken richly flavored with saffron, nuts and raisins.

  • Nawabi Biryani (Lamb or Goat)$26.00

    Baked casserole of basmati rice with lamb or goat cubes richly flavored with saffron, nuts and raisins.

Vegetable Specialties

  • Dal Makhani$18.00

    Simmered black lentils and red kidney beans sautéed with tomatoes, ginger, cumin, onions and fresh garlic.

  • Navaratna Korma$20.00

    Assortment of vegetables cooked with dry fruits in a light creamy sauce.

  • Dum Aloo Kashmiri$22.00

    A Kashmiri specialty. Whole potatoes stuffed with homemade cheese, nuts and a combination of onions and tomato sauce.

  • Paneer Makhni$22.00

    Fresh homemade cubes of cream cheese cooked in a delicate tomato cream sauce.

  • Paneer Shahi Korma$22.00

    Chef's Special. Homemade cheese cooked with onions, bell peppers, tomatoes and spices topped with dry fruits and nuts.

Indian Breads

  • Olive And Basil Naan$7.00

    Naan bread filled with chopped olives, basil and red onion.

  • Poori$4.00

    Chef's Special. Puffy whole wheat bread.

  • Mint Paratha$7.00

    Whole wheat bread topped with mint, lightly spiced.

  • Missi Roti$5.00

    Vegan roti made with chickpea flour.

  • Achari Paratha$7.00

    Whole wheat bread stuffed with pickles.

Accompaniments

  • Raita$5.00

    Whipped yogurt with cucumbers and tomatoes lightly spiced.

  • Sweet Mango Chutney$5.00
  • Hot Mixed Vegetables (Pickled)$3.00
  • Masala Papad$3.00
  • Papad$2.00

    Lentil crackers.

Desserts

  • Pistachio Kulfi$8.00

    Rich Indian ice cream made of thickened milk, topped with cardamom and pistachio for its exotic flavor.

  • Mango Kulfi$8.00

    Rich Indian ice cream made of thickened milk, topped with mango for its exotic flavor.

  • Rice Pudding$7.00

    Made with milk and basmati rice.

  • Malai Kulfi$8.00

    Rich Indian ice cream made with thickened milk, topped with cardamom for its exotic flavor.

  • Carrot Halva$8.00

    A grated carrot pudding studded with pistachio nuts and reduced milk.

Beverages

  • Freshly Brewed Coffee$4.00
  • Sweet Lassi$7.00

    A sweet yogurt drink from North India.

  • Mango Lassi$7.00

    A sweet yogurt drink flavored with mango.

  • Salt Lassi$5.00

    A typical North Indian drink of yogurt and cumin seeds.

  • Nimbu Pani/Soda$5.00

    Royal India specialty. Freshly squeezed limes mixed with soda or water. (Sweet, salted or plain)

Vegan & Gluten-Free Specialties

  • Chana Peshawar$15.00

    Truly a delicacy of Peshawar. Chickpeas slowly simmered with tart pomegranate seeds cooked with onions, tomatoes and spices. Available in very mild, mild, medium, hot, and very hot seasoning options.

  • Jeera Aloo$18.00

    A specialty of our chef. Cubes of potatoes smothered and simmered with cumin, mustard seeds, herbs, and spices.

  • Mushroom & Peas with Cashew Nuts$18.00

    Available in vegan option. Fresh mushrooms with cashew nuts and green peas cooked in a light creamy sauce.

  • Tofu Paneer$18.00

    Fresh cubes of tofu cooked in a creamy coconut milk spinach sauce.

  • Stuffed Baby Eggplant$20.00

    A seasonal delicacy. Baby eggplant stuffed with mild spices and herbs.

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

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