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The essence by John N Nair
6338 Marlboro Pike, District Heights, MD 20747, USAOpens 11:00 AM
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Featured Items
#1 Most liked
Butter Chicken
$12.99
Tikka Masala
$11.99
#2 Most liked
Garlic Naan
$3.45
Wings
$7.45
Sag Curry's
$11.99
Veg Samosa (2 pcs)
$4.95
#3 Most liked
Cheese Naan
$3.95
Chicken Biryani
$13.99
Malabar Curry's
$11.99
Channa Masala
$9.99
Butter Naan
$2.95
Kerala Porotta 2 pcs
$3.95
Goat Biryani
$14.99
Chettinad Curry's
$11.99
Kadai Curry's
$11.99
Lamb Biryani
$15.99
Dal Makhani
$9.99
Chicken 65
$8.95
Vegetable Biryani
$11.99
Tandoor Chicken
$13.95
Salmon Biryani
$14.99
Mango Lassi
$2.99
Beef Ullarth
$13.99
Fish Fry (Whole Pompano Fish)
$12.95
Grilled Salmon with Veggies and Rice
$7.95
Full Menu
closedMost Ordered
The most commonly ordered items and dishes from this store
Butter Chicken
Shredded tandoori chicken in mild creamy tomato gravy.
$12.99•95% (114)
Garlic Naan
$3.45•96% (85)
Cheese Naan
Soft, tandoori-baked bread, generously filled with melting cheese.
$3.95•98% (51)
Wings
Chicken wings available in four flavors: Tandoor, Manchurian, Magic Mango, Indian Pepper. Options include 6, 10, or 18 pieces.
$7.45•97% (49)
Tikka Masala
Signature creamy tomato sauce.
$11.99•94% (52)
Veg Samosa (2 pcs)
Crispy pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and herbs. Two pieces per serving.
$4.95•92% (42)
Butter Naan
Fluffy, butter-infused traditional Indian bread
$2.95•94% (37)
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)
Sag Curry's
Fresh spinach cooked with Indian spices and tomato onion gravy.
$11.99•100% (13)
Mango Lassi
Traditional Indian drink with mango and yogurt.
$2.99•100% (15)
Extras
Rice (16 oz)
Steamed basmati rice, known for its aromatic essence and fluffy texture.
$2.00•96% (28)
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!
BEVERAGES
Mango Lassi
Traditional Indian drink with mango and yogurt.
$2.99•100% (15)
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
Appetizer - Vegetarian
Veg Samosa (2 pcs)
Crispy pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and herbs. Two pieces per serving.
$4.95•92% (42)
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•91% (12)
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% (7)
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•97% (49)
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% (10)
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•91% (12)
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•94% (37)
Garlic Naan
#2 Most liked
$3.45•96% (85)
Cheese Naan
#3 Most liked
Soft, tandoori-baked bread, generously filled with melting cheese.
$3.95•98% (51)
Peshwari Naan
Soft, stuffed naan with sweet fillings- great to snack on or to have with curries
$3.95•100% (7)
Onion Kulcha
Flavorful and fluffy Indian bread filled with caramelized onions, perfect to accompany any meal.
$3.95•100% (7)
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
#1 Most liked
Shredded tandoori chicken in mild creamy tomato gravy.
$12.99•95% (114)
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•90% (10)
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•94% (52)
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% (12)
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•90% (11)
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% (7)
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