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Indian Restaurant NAMASTE
Chania, Crete
 
 

At Namaste Indian Punjabi Restaurant, the menu is not just a list of dishes; it is a culinary journey to the heart of India. Every recipe is based on authentic Punjabi cooking techniques, with marinades prepared the day before, cooking in a traditional tandoor oven, and sauces slowly blended with selected spices.

We use extra virgin Cretan olive oil in our cooking, fresh ingredients, and authentic Indian spices, creating dishes with depth, aroma, and balance. From crispy starters and aromatic tandoori, to creamy curries, basmati biryani, and rich vegetarian & vegan options, every section of the menu is designed to offer a complete taste experience.

Choose your spice level and let the flavors, aromas, and colors of India take you on a journey.


 

 
 
 
     
  Starters  
     
     
 

Starters are the perfect introduction to the aromas and spices of Indian cuisine. Crispy vegetable or chicken pakora and samosas,
onion bhaji, aloo tikki, spring rolls, papadams with chutneys, as well as special options such as chilli chicken, chilli paneer, and chickpea-battered prawns.

Each dish is served with traditional dips such as mint chutney and tamarind (imli), offering an authentic, spicy and aromatic beginning to the meal.

 
 
 
     
     
  Salads  
     
 

Fresh, refreshing salads that perfectly balance the bold flavours of the main dishes. Green leafy vegetables, avocado,
cashews, olives, cherry tomatoes, and chicken tikka are combined with a vinaigrette made of olive oil, soy sauce, and honey.

Light options that cleanse the palate and add freshness to the table.

 
     
 
 
 
 
Tandoori
 

Dishes cooked in the traditional clay tandoor oven, where the meat is marinated the day before in yogurt, lemon, and aromatic spices.
Chicken on the bone or fillet, malai chicken without spicy heat, mint chicken with mint and yogurt, as well as tandoori prawns.
Juicy, smoky, and full of aroma, these dishes are served without sauce, highlighting the authentic tandoor cooking technique.

 
 
     
  Main Dishes  
     
     
 

A wide variety of the most popular Indian dishes: Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken,
Korma, Madras, Vindaloo, Mango & Pineapple, Jalfrezi, and Punjabi rooster.

Creamy, spicy, or fruity sauces based on tomato, cream, coconut, and spices, offering a full range of heat levels..

 
 
 
 
 
     
     
  Biryanis  
     
 

Fragrant basmati rice cooked with your choice of ingredient (chicken tikka, lamb, or prawns), and infused with herbs, turmeric, and Indian spices.
A complete, hearty, and highly aromatic dish.

 
     
 
 
     
  Lassi, Raita & Juices  
     
     
 

Refreshing yogurt-based drinks such as lassi (plain, mango, avocado) and raita with cucumber and spices.
Perfect for balancing spicy dishes and cooling the palate.

 
 
 
 
 
     
     
  Drinks – Soft Drinks – Beers – Wines – Spirits – Ciders  
     
 

A complete drinks list including soft drinks, Indian and Greek beers, a wide selection of bottled Cretan wines (white, rosé, red), house wine, spirits, prosecco, and refreshing ciders.
Perfect to accompany your meal and complete your dining experience.

 
     
 
 
 
     
 
VEGETERIAN
Dishes based on traditional Indian paneer cheese and vegetables, served in rich sauces such as korma, jalfrezi, and shahi. Malai kofta, kadhi pakora, and paneer biryani offer a creamy texture and complex aromas of nuts and spices.
 
     
 
VEGAN

A wide variety of authentic Indian vegan dishes made with legumes, vegetables, and spices. Daal, channa masala, aloo gobhi, bhindi (okra), jeera aloo, mushrooms, soya kebab, and vegetable biryani.
Dishes full of flavour, protein, and aroma, ideal for those who prefer plant-based options.