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The essence by John N Nair

6338 Marlboro Pike, District Heights, MD 20747, USA
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Online ordering hours: 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Opens 12:30 PM
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Featured Items

#1 Most liked
Butter Chicken
$12.99
Tikka Masala
$11.99
Kadai Curry's
$11.99
Wings
$7.45
Sag Curry's
$11.99
Salmon Biryani
$14.99
Goat Biryani
$14.99
Malabar Curry's
$11.99
Chicken Biryani
$13.99
Chicken 65
$8.95
Fish Fry (Whole Pompano Fish)
$12.95
Lamb Biryani
$15.99
Chettinad Curry's
$11.99
Dal Makhani
$9.99
Tandoor Chicken
$13.95
Beef Ullarth
$13.99
Channa Masala
$9.99
Chicken Roll + Fries + Drink's
$9.45
Chicken Tender's
$4.45
Salmon Sandwich + Fries + Drink's
$10.45
Naan Roll
$8.95
Fish Kolivada
$8.95
Grilled Salmon with Veggies and Rice
$7.95
#3 Most liked
Cheese Naan
$3.95
Veg Samosa (2 pcs)
$4.95
Full Menu
12:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Most Ordered

Most Ordered

The most commonly ordered items and dishes from this store

Butter Chicken

Shredded tandoori chicken in mild creamy tomato gravy.
$12.99•95% (124)
#1 Most liked

Garlic Naan

$3.45•96% (96)
#2 Most liked

Cheese Naan

Soft, tandoori-baked bread, generously filled with melting cheese.
$3.95•98% (56)
#3 Most liked

Wings

Chicken wings available in four flavors: Tandoor, Manchurian, Magic Mango, Indian Pepper. Options include 6, 10, or 18 pieces.
$7.45•98% (55)

Tikka Masala

Signature creamy tomato sauce.
$11.99•92% (56)

Veg Samosa (2 pcs)

Crispy pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and herbs. Two pieces per serving.
$4.95•93% (45)

Butter Naan

Fluffy, butter-infused traditional Indian bread
$2.95•95% (40)

Kerala Porotta 2 pcs

Two pieces of South Indian layered flatbread made from plain flour, typically pan-fried to achieve a flaky texture.
$3.95•89% (19)

Mango Lassi

Traditional Indian drink with mango and yogurt.
$2.99•100% (18)

Sag Curry's

Fresh spinach cooked with Indian spices and tomato onion gravy.
$11.99•100% (13)

Extras

Rice (16 oz)

Steamed basmati rice, known for its aromatic essence and fluffy texture.
$2.00•96% (32)

Veggies- 16oz

Sautéed veggies are vegetables cooked quickly over medium-high heat in a small amount of oil or fat with special seasonings. Carrot, Potatoes, Broccoli and cauliflower!
$4.95

BEVERAGES

Mango Lassi

Traditional Indian drink with mango and yogurt.
$2.99•100% (18)

Dr. Pepper

Unique blend of 23 flavors, carbonated soft drink.
$1.49

Coca cola original

The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
$1.49

Sprite

The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
$1.49

Fanta pineapple

Change up your routine with the bright, bubbly, fruity orange flavor.
$1.49

Fanta orange

Change up your routine with the bright, bubbly, fruity orange flavor.
$1.49

Diet coke

A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
$1.49

Coke zero

The same great taste but with zero calories.
$1.49

Pepsi

The bold, refreshing, robust cola
$1.49

Apple Juice

Freshly squeezed apple nectar, packed with the tart and sweet essence of ripe apples.
$1.99

Coconut water

Refreshingly pure coconut water, perfectly hydrating and energizing.
$2.49

Sunkist orange

Sunkist Orange: A sweet, carbonated orange-flavored beverage commonly served in a can.
$1.49

Sunkist grape

Grape juice typically includes freshly extracted grape juice, offering a sweet and fruity beverage.
$1.49

Canada dry ginger ale

Sparkling and refreshing, with a hint of ginger.
$1.49

Mountain Dew

Exhilarate and quench your thirst with a one of a kind taste.
$1.49

Water Bottle (17 fl oz)

Sealed bottle of purified water, ideal for quenching your thirst and complementing your meal.
$0.99

Rose Milk

Rose milk is a fragrant, pink-hued milk-based drink flavored with rose syrup or essence, popular in South Asia and Southeast Asia as a refreshing summer beverage
$3.88

Appetizer - Vegetarian

Veg Samosa (2 pcs)

Crispy pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and herbs. Two pieces per serving.
$4.95•93% (45)

Veg Pakora

Assorted vegetables are coated in a chickpea flour batter, seasoned with Indian spices, and deep-fried.
$4.95

Mozzarella Stick

Crispy, vegetarian mozzarella sticks. Available in three sizes: 6, 10, or 18 pieces.
$4.95

French Fries

Crispy French fries, available in medium or large. Vegetarian friendly.
$2.75

Appetizer - Non Vegetarian

Chicken 65

Spicy, marinated boneless chicken, fried to perfection
$8.95•92% (13)

Fish Kolivada

Marinated in a blend of Indian spices, then dipped in a spicy batter and deep-fried, offering a crispy texture.
$8.95•100% (8)

Crab Cake (3 pcs)

Delicately mixed crab meat with traditional Indian spices, formed into cakes and lightly fried for a crisp exterior.
$8.95

Fried Shrimp

Crispy fried shrimp, available in 6, 10, or 18 pieces.
$7.95

Chicken Tender's

Crispy chicken tenders. Options: 3, 5, or 10 pieces.
$4.45

Chicken Nuggets

Indian-style chicken nuggets, available in 6, 10, or 18 piece options.
$3.95

Wings

Chicken wings available in four flavors: Tandoor, Manchurian, Magic Mango, Indian Pepper. Options include 6, 10, or 18 pieces.
$7.45•98% (55)

Biriyani

Flavored basmati rice cooked with chef's own spices.

Vegetable Biryani

Aromatic basmati rice mixed with assorted fresh vegetables and traditional spices.
$11.99

Paneer Biryani

Layered basmati rice with succulent paneer (cheese) cubes and aromatic spices
$12.99

Chicken Biryani

Aromatic basmati rice layered with spiced chicken, garnished with fried onions and herbs.
$13.99•70% (10)

Lamb Biryani

Tender lamb pieces nestled in aromatic basmati rice, seasoned with traditional spices.
$15.99•100% (8)

Goat Biryani

Tender goat meat cooked with aromatic spices, basmati rice, and exotic flavors in our signature Biryani.
$14.99•90% (11)

Salmon Biryani

Salmon marinated in Indian spices, cooked with saffron-infused basmati rice and typically includes nuts and herbs.
$14.99•88% (9)

Shrimp Biryani

Spicy blend of aromatic basmati rice and succulent shrimp cooked to perfection.
$14.99

Tandoor Special

Cooked in traditional play oven. Served with rice, salad and chutneys.

Tandoor Chicken

Chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, then cooked in a tandoor for a smoky finish.
$13.95•92% (13)

Tandoor Shrimp

Shrimp marinated in a blend of yogurt and traditional Indian spices, then grilled in a tandoor oven.
$14.95

Lamb Sheekh Kebab

Minced lamb mixed with onions, herbs, and spices, then hand-rolled on skewers and cooked in a tandoor oven.
$15.95

Breads

Butter Naan

Fluffy, butter-infused traditional Indian bread
$2.95•95% (40)

Garlic Naan

$3.45•96% (96)
#2 Most liked

Cheese Naan

Soft, tandoori-baked bread, generously filled with melting cheese.
$3.95•98% (56)
#3 Most liked

Peshwari Naan

Soft, stuffed naan with sweet fillings- great to snack on or to have with curries
$3.95•100% (8)

Onion Kulcha

Flavorful and fluffy Indian bread filled with caramelized onions, perfect to accompany any meal.
$3.95•100% (8)

Roti

Fluffy, freshly made flatbread, perfect as a versatile accompaniment or standalone snack.
$2.95

Kerala Porotta 2 pcs

Two pieces of South Indian layered flatbread made from plain flour, typically pan-fried to achieve a flaky texture.
$3.95•89% (19)

Main Course

Channa Masala

Chickpeas cooked with Indian gravy.
$9.99•100% (19)

Dal Makhani

Medley of lentils swimmerd in creamy tomatoes and ground spices.
$9.99•100% (10)

Butter Chicken

Shredded tandoori chicken in mild creamy tomato gravy.
$12.99•95% (124)
#1 Most liked

Beef Ullarth

Beef sauteed with onion, curry leaves spices and sliced coconut.
$13.99•90% (10)

Beef Roast

Slow roasted in classic South Indian gravy.
$13.99•100% (6)

Main Course - Currys

All curry's served with rice.

Korma Curry's

Rich creamy cashew sauce.
$11.99•88% (9)

Sag Curry's

Fresh spinach cooked with Indian spices and tomato onion gravy.
$11.99•100% (13)

Kadai Curry's

Medium spiced tomato gravy with bell peppers and onion.
$11.99•83% (12)

Chettinad Curry's

Spiced coconut gravy.
$11.99•100% (8)

Malabar Curry's

South Indian creamy coconut sauce.
$11.99•100% (17)

Tikka Masala

Signature creamy tomato sauce.
$11.99•92% (56)

House Special

Chicken Over The Rice

Tender chicken pieces served over steamed rice, typically includes a blend of aromatic Indian spices.
$10.95

Lamb Over The Rice

Tender lamb marinated in a blend of spices, served over fragrant basmati rice.
$12.95

Salmon Over The Rice

Salmon gently laid over a bed of aromatic basmati rice, typically includes a blend of traditional Indian spices.
$11.95

Signature Burger

A handcrafted patty, blending traditional Indian spices and ingredients, nestled in a freshly baked bun, typically includes a fusion of unique sauces and select vegetables.
$5.99

Salmon Steak Sandwich

Salmon fillet, subtly seasoned and grilled, nestled between slices of bread with a hint of Indian spices and condiments.
$7.99

Grilled Salmon with Veggies and Rice

Salmon grilled with a blend of Indian spices, served alongside seasoned vegetables and basmati rice.
$7.95•100% (16)

Chicken Roll

Chicken, salad and sauce.
$6.95

Lamb Roll

Lamb, salad and sauce.
$9.95

Naan Roll

Cheese naan, tandoori chicken, salad and chutneys.
$8.95

Fish Fry (Whole Pompano Fish)

Served with rice and salad.
$12.95•91% (12)

Combos

Chicken Burger + Fries + Drink's

Chicken burger served with crispy fries. Choice of drink includes cola, diet cola, or lemon-lime.
$9.45

Salmon Sandwich + Fries + Drink's

Salmon sandwich served with fries. Choice of drink: cola, diet cola, or lemon-lime.
$10.45

Chicken Roll + Fries + Drink's

Chicken roll paired with crispy fries. Comes with a choice of cola, diet cola, or lemon-lime drink.
$9.45

4 Wings + 2 Tender + 4 Nuggets + Fries + Drink's

Combo includes 4 chicken wings, 2 tenders, 4 nuggets, fries. Choice of cola, diet cola, or lemon-lime drink.
$12.45

DESSERTS

Gulab Jamun (2 pcs)

Milk-solid dumplings, delicately fried and immersed in a sweet syrup flavored with cardamom and rose.
$2.95

Rasmalai (3 pcs)

Soft cheese dumplings typically soaked in sweet, cardamom-infused milk, often garnished with pistachios and saffron.
$3.95

Semiya Payasam 6 oz.

Vermicelli cooked in milk, sweetened with sugar, and typically includes a garnish of nuts and raisins, flavored with cardamom.
$3.95

Chocolate Cake

$4.95

Carrot Cake

Classic moist cake made with fresh carrots, rich cream cheese frosting, and a hint of spice.
$4.95•100% (8)
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