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Aura Essence of India - Unionville 55 Mill Street
Menu
Appetizer

Samosa
Fried traingular shaped pastry with a savory filling of spiced potatoes, onions, peas and herbs.$6.99
Samosa Chaat
Chaat/Snack made of samosa(broken into pieces) with green and sweet chutney added to it.$12.99
Aloo Tikki Chaat
Made of crispy fried potato patties(tikki), peas and various curry spices and added sauces.$12.99
Aloo Chaat Paapdi
Chaat made of boiled potato pieces and fried patty(papri) with added spices/herbs and served with chutney.$11.99
Mix Veg Pakoda
Deep-fried snacks that are made with gram flour, salt, light spices, and mix veg.$11.99
Onion Pakoda
Deep-fried snacks that are made with Onions mixed with gram flour, salt, light spices$11.99
Vegetable Platter
A delicious assortment featuring crispy samosas, flavorful veg cutlets, and golden pakodas for a perfect appetizer trio.$12.99
Chinese Bhel
A crunchy Indo-Chinese street snack made with fried noodles tossed in spicy sauces and fresh veggies."$11.99
Bombay Bhel
A classic Mumbai street food made with puffed rice, sev, chutneys, and fresh vegetables for a tangy, crunchy bite$11.99
Gobhi 65
Zesty bitesize deep fried Cauliflower appetizer cooked with a hint of chili, ginger, garlic, yogurt and curry leaves to add flavor.$14.99
Chicken Pakoda
Chunky chicken coated in a spiced gram flour batter then fried until golden.$15.99
Chicken 65
Zesty bitesize deep fried chicken appetizer cooked with a hint of chili, ginger, garlic, yogurt and curry leaves to add flavor.$15.99
Chicken shami kabab
Chicken Shami Kebab is a tender, pan-fried patty made with minced chicken, lentils, and aromatic spices for a melt-in-the-mouth bite.$17.99
Fish Amritsari
Fish Amritsari is a crispy, spiced, deep-fried fish delicacy from Punjab coated in a tangy gram-flour batter.$19.99
Chicken Lollipop
Chicken lollipop is a popular Indo-Chinese appetizer made from frenched chicken wings or drumettes, where the meat is pushed down to create a lollipop shape, then marinated, battered, and deep-fried or baked until crispy$16.99
Clay oven/Tandoor

Mix Veg Tandoori
A vibrant tandoori platter featuring paneer and gobhi marinated in classic tandoori masala and char-grilled for a smoky, flavorful bite.$15.99
Mix Malai veg
A rich and creamy platter of paneer and gobhi marinated in a luscious malai-based blend, grilled to soft, velvety perfection.$15.99
Saffron Paneer Tikka
Saffron Paneer Tikka is a rich, aromatic kebab made with paneer marinated in saffron-infused yogurt and grilled to perfection.$17.99
Malai Paneer Tikka
Malai Paneer Tikka is a creamy, melt-in-the-mouth kebab made with paneer marinated in rich yogurt, cream, and mild spices.$17.99
Chicken Seekh Kebab
Minced chicken mixed with herbs and spices, skewered and grilled for a juicy, smoky flavor.$13.99
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken marinated in yogurt and bold tandoori spices, roasted in a clay oven for a classic smoky char.$17.99
Saffron Chicken Tikka
Tender chicken pieces marinated in saffron-infused yogurt and grilled for a rich, aromatic taste.$17.99
Malai Chicken Tikka
Creamy and mild chicken tikka marinated with yogurt, cream, and subtle spices, grilled to soft perfection.$17.99
Kebab Platter
A chef’s special assortment of signature chicken kebabs paired with tandoori shrimp, offering a flavorful mix of tikka, seekh, and seafood grill favorites.$21.99
Ginger Rosemerry Lamb Chops
Succulent lamb chops marinated with aromatic spices and grilled for a flavorful, tender finish.$21.99
Saffron Fish Tikka
Fresh fish fillets marinated in a saffron yogurt blend and grilled for a fragrant, delicate flavor.$21.99
Tandoori Pomphret
Whole pomfret marinated in tandoori spices and roasted for a crisp, flavorful coastal delight.$25.99
Tandoori Shrimp
$21.99
Indo Chinese

Veg Hakka Noodles
Stir-fried noodles tossed with mixed vegetables, soy sauce, and Indo-Chinese seasonings.$13.99
Egg Hakka Noodles
Classic Hakka noodles cooked with scrambled eggs and mixed veggies for a flavorful, hearty mix.$14.99
Chicken Hakka Noodles
Wok-tossed noodles with juicy chicken strips, vegetables, and savory Hakka spices.$15.99
Shrimp Hakka Noodles
Soft noodles stir-fried with plump shrimp, fresh veggies, and aromatic Indo-Chinese sauces.$17.99
Veg Fried Rice
Fragrant rice stir-fried with mixed vegetables and light Indo-Chinese flavors.$13.99
Egg Fried Rice
Rice tossed with scrambled eggs, vegetables, and a blend of soy and spice.$14.99
Chicken Fried Rice
Flavorful fried rice cooked with tender chicken pieces and fresh vegetables.$15.99
Shrimp Fried Rice
Wok-fried rice loaded with succulent shrimp and seasoned with classic Indo-Chinese sauces.$17.99
Gobhi Chilli
Crisp fried cauliflower tossed in spicy chilli sauce with peppers and onions.$13.99
Paneer Chilli
Soft paneer cubes stir-fried in a spicy, tangy Indo-Chinese chilli sauce.$15.99
Chilli Chicken
Crispy chicken wok-tossed with peppers, onions, and a bold Indo-Chinese chili sauce$15.99
Shrimp Chilli
Tender shrimp tossed in a spicy, tangy chilli sauce with sautéed veggies.$17.99
Veg Manchurian
Vegetable dumplings simmered or tossed in a rich, tangy Manchurian sauce.$13.99
Gobhi Manchurian
Crispy cauliflower florets coated in a flavorful, savory Manchurian gravy or dry blend.$13.99
Chicken Manchurian
Chicken bites cooked in a spicy, umami-packed Manchurian sauce.$15.99
Shrimp Manchurian
Golden-fried shrimp tossed in a bold Indo-Chinese Manchurian sauce.$17.99
Vegan

Daal Tadka
Mix lentiles cook with onion tomato tempered with curry leaf mustred sead and whole chilli .$12.99
Chole Masala
Based with green chilies, onions, garlic, fresh cilantro, a blend of spices, chickpeas, and tomatoes.$13.99
Rajmah Masala
A hearty North Indian curry made with red kidney beans simmered in a rich, spiced tomato-onion gravy.$13.99
Baingan Bharta
Eggplant partially baked in an oven and then cooked with tomato and Onion$14.99
Matar Aloo Gobhi
A flavorful North Indian dish made with potatoes, cauliflower, and peas cooked in aromatic spices.$13.99
Crispy Bhindi
Thin-cut okra seasoned with spices and fried to a crunchy, flavorful perfection.$13.99
Bhindi Masala
Okra cooked on a low flame with chopped onions to,ato and spice$13.99
Aloo Matar
Potatoes and peas in a spiced onion tomato based sauce.$13.99
Mix Veg Curry
Vegetables like capsicum, cauliflower, french beans, peas, carrots, potato, tomato, onion etc. cook in curry sauce$14.99
Baingan Salan
A Hyderabadi-style curry made with eggplant simmered in a rich, tangy, and nutty sesame–peanut gravy.OUT OF STOCK$11.99
Mirchi Salan
Spicy green peppers cooked in a flavorful sesame–peanut masala, offering a perfect balance of heat and tang.OUT OF STOCK$11.99
Vegeterian

Paneer Makhani
Soft paneer cubes simmered in a rich, buttery tomato gravy with gentle spices.$15.99
Paneer Tikka Masala
Grilled paneer tikka cooked in a bold, creamy, and aromatic masala sauce.$15.99
Saag Paneer
Paneer cooked in a smooth spinach gravy seasoned with mild, earthy spices.$15.99
Malai Kofta
Creamy vegetable and paneer dumplings served in a rich, mildly spiced cashew-based gravy.$15.99
Veg Butter Masala
Mixed vegetables cooked in a velvety butter-infused tomato cream sauce.$14.99
Veg Korma
A fragrant, mildly spiced curry with vegetables cooked in a coconut–nut–cream-based gravy.$14.99
Saag Corn
Sweet corn simmered in a creamy spinach gravy with delicate seasoning.$14.99
Daal Makhini
Slow-cooked black lentils finished with butter and cream for a rich, silky flavor.$15.99
Kadahi Paneer
Kadai Paneer is a popular, spicy North Indian dish made with soft paneer (Indian cottage cheese), onions, and bell peppers tossed in a flavorful onion-tomato masala and a special, freshly ground spice blend called kadai masala.$15.99
Eggs

Egg Korma
A true Mughlai delight, lightly sweet & spicy with flavor of creamy cashew sauce$14.99
Egg Masala
Boiled eggs cooked with Onions, Tomatoes and Indian spices and herbs$14.99
Egg Curry
Boiled eggcooked in a delicately spiced curry sauce.$14.99
Egg Vindaloo
For the one with true passion for spicy Boiled egg and potatoes cooked in fiery red chili & vinegar sauce.$14.99
Egg Chettinad
Boiled egg cooked with coconut curry sauce with curry leaf musterd pempred$14.99
Egg Malabar
Boiled eggs simmered in a rich, coconut-based Kerala-style curry infused with aromatic spices and curry leaves.$14.99
Chicken

Butter Chicken
Tender chicken cooked in a rich, creamy tomato-butter sauce with mild spices.$16.99
Chicken Tikka Masala
Grilled chicken tikka simmered in a bold, creamy, and flavorful masala gravy.$16.99
Chicken Curry
A classic homestyle chicken curry cooked in an onion-tomato base with aromatic spices.$16.99
Chicken Vindaloo
Spicy Goan-style chicken curry with vinegar-infused, tangy, and fiery flavors.$16.99
Chicken Shahi Korma
Chicken cooked in a royal, creamy cashew–almond gravy with subtle, aromatic spices.$16.99
Chicken Saag
Chicken simmered in a smooth spinach gravy tempered with mild, earthy spices.$16.99
Chicken Kadahi
Chicken stir-cooked with tomatoes, peppers, and fragrant kadai spices for a rustic flavor.$16.99
Chicken Chettinad
A South Indian specialty made with chicken cooked in a fiery, aromatic masala featuring roasted spices and coconut.$16.99
Chicken Malabar
Chicken cooked in a rich Kerala-style coconut gravy with curry leaves and coastal spices.$16.99
Chicken Achari
Chicken simmered in a tangy, spicy pickle-style masala made with mustard, fenugreek, and aromatic seeds.$16.99
Chicken Masala (Bone in)
Bone-in chicken cooked in a robust, spiced masala gravy for deep, authentic flavor.$16.99
Goat

Goat Curry
Tender goat pieces simmered in a traditional onion-tomato gravy with aromatic spices.$19.99
Goat Masala
Goat cooked in a rich, robust masala sauce for deep, comforting flavor.$19.99
Goat Korma
Slow-cooked goat in a creamy, mildly spiced cashew–almond–based korma gravy.$19.99
Goat Kadahi
Goat stir-cooked with tomatoes, peppers, and bold kadai spices for a rustic, flavorful dish.$19.99
Goat Vindaloo
A spicy, tangy Goan-style goat curry with vinegar and fiery red chilli flavors.$19.99
Goat Chettinad
Goat cooked in an aromatic South Indian masala made with roasted spices, coconut, and black pepper.$19.99
Lamb

Lamb Korma
Tender lamb cooked in a creamy, mildly spiced cashew–almond korma gravy.$19.99
Lamb Curry
Classic lamb curry simmered in an onion-tomato base with warm, aromatic spices.$19.99
Lamb Tikka Masala
Grilled lamb tikka pieces cooked in a rich, creamy, and flavorful masala sauce.$19.99
Lamb Vindaloo
Spicy and tangy Goan-style lamb curry infused with vinegar and bold red chilli heat.$19.99
Lamb Chettinad
Lamb cooked in a fiery South Indian masala featuring roasted spices, coconut, and black pepper.$19.99
Rara Lamb
A hearty North Indian specialty combining lamb pieces and minced lamb cooked together in a thick, spiced gravy.$19.99
Hyderabadi Keema Matar
Minced lamb cooked with green peas in a flavorful Hyderabadi-style masala.$19.99
Hyderabadi KeemaAloo
Spiced minced lamb simmered with tender potatoes in a rich Hyderabadi gravy.$19.99
Seafood

Fish Tikka Masala
Grilled fish tikka simmered in a rich, creamy, and spiced masala gravy.$17.99
Fish Malabar
Fish cooked in a coconut-based Kerala-style gravy with curry leaves and coastal spices.$17.99
Fish Curry
A classic fish curry simmered in a tangy, spiced tomato-onion base.$17.99
Fish Vindaloo
A fiery, tangy Goan-style fish curry flavored with vinegar and bold red chilli spices.$17.99
Malabar Shrimp Curry
Juicy shrimp simmered in a fragrant, coconut-rich Malabar-style curry with coastal aromatics.$19.99
Shrimp Tikka Masala
Grilled shrimp cooked in a creamy, flavorful tikka masala sauce.$19.99
Shrimp Vindaloo
Spicy and tangy shrimp curry prepared with vinegar and hot red chilli paste in classic Goan style.$19.99
Shrimp Chettinad
Shrimp cooked in a bold Chettinad masala made with roasted spices, coconut, and black pepper.$19.99
Aura Special Biryani's

Veg Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice layered with spiced mixed vegetables and slow-cooked for rich flavor.$13.99
Paneer Biryani
Fragrant biryani made with marinated paneer cubes layered with seasoned basmati rice.$15.99
Chicken biryani
Classic biryani prepared with marinated chicken and aromatic rice slow-cooked to perfection.$17.99
Goat biryani
Tender goat pieces layered with spiced basmati rice and cooked in traditional dum style.$19.99
Lamb biryani
Flavorful biryani featuring marinated lamb cooked with fragrant rice and whole spices.$19.99
Shrimp biryani
Spiced shrimp layered with aromatic basmati rice for a flavorful coastal-style biryani.$19.99
Egg biryani
Boiled eggs simmered in spices and layered with fragrant rice for a comforting biryani.$14.99
Fish biryani
Delicate fish pieces cooked with seasoned basmati rice in a lightly spiced biryani blend.$17.99Chicken Boneless Biryani
$17.99
Naan/Breads

Plain Naan
Soft, fluffy tandoor-baked flatbread.$2.99
Butter Naan
Classic naan brushed with warm, melted butter.$2.99
Garlic Naan
Tandoori naan topped with minced garlic and herbs.$3.99
Onion Naan
Fluffy naan stuffed or topped with spiced onions for extra flavor.$3.99
Chilli Garlic Naan
A bold naan infused with garlic and green chillies for a spicy kick.$3.99
Paneer Stuffed Naan
Naan filled with seasoned paneer for a rich, savory bite.$4.99
Aloo Stuffed Naan
Soft naan stuffed with spiced mashed potatoes.$4.99
Peshawari Naan
Sweet naan filled with nuts, coconut, and dried fruits.$5.99
Lachha paratha
Multi-layered, flaky wheat paratha with a buttery finish.$3.99
Tandoori Roti
Whole wheat roti cooked in the tandoor for a rustic flavor.$2.99
Tawa Roti
Soft whole wheat flatbread cooked on a griddle.OUT OF STOCK$2.99
Aloo Paratha
Paratha stuffed with seasoned mashed potatoes.$4.99
Paneer Paratha
Paratha filled with spiced grated paneer.$5.99
Roomali Roti
Ultra-thin, soft roti folded like a handkerchief.OUT OF STOCK$5.99
Chicken Keema Naan
Naan stuffed with flavorful spiced minced chicken.$5.99
Cheese Naan
Cheese naan is a popular variation of the traditional Indian flatbread, naan, where the dough is stuffed with soft, gooey cheese before cooking.$4.99
Dessert

Malpua and Rabdi
Crispy, syrup-soaked malpua served with rich, creamy rabdi.$11.99
Brownie with Icecream
Warm chocolate brownie paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.$9.99
Gaajar Halwa
Slow-cooked carrot pudding made with ghee, milk, and nuts.OUT OF STOCK$9.99
Apricot Delight
Tender apricots simmered in syrup and served with cream or custard.OUT OF STOCK$11.99
Falooda with Icecream
A refreshing layered dessert with vermicelli, basil seeds, rose syrup, and ice cream.$9.99
Cheese Cake
Smooth, creamy cheesecake served on a buttery crust.$9.99
Chocolate Cake
Moist, rich chocolate cake with deep cocoa flavor.$9.99
Gulab Jamun
Soft, melt-in-the-mouth milk dumplings soaked in warm sugar syrup.$5.99
Rice Item

Zeera Rice
Fragrant basmati rice tempered with roasted cumin for a simple, aromatic flavor.$7.99
Cilantro Ghee Rice
Warm ghee-flavored rice tossed with fresh cilantro for a light, aromatic finish.$7.99
Lemon Rice
Tangy South Indian–style rice seasoned with lemon, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.$8.99
Kashmiri Pulao
Mildly sweet pulao cooked with nuts, dried fruits, and aromatic whole spices.$11.99
Curd Rice
Creamy South Indian rice mixed with yogurt and tempered with mild spices for a cooling finish.$9.99
South Indian Tiffin

Plain Dosa
A thin, crispy South Indian crepe made from fermented rice and lentil batter.$9.99
Ghee Karam Dosa
Crispy dosa smeared with spicy karam podi and fragrant ghee.$9.99
Masala Dosa
Classic dosa filled with spiced potato masala and served crisp and golden.$11.99
Onion Dosa
Crispy dosa topped with finely chopped onions and mild spices.$11.99
Paneer Dosa
Dosa stuffed with spiced, sautéed paneer for a flavorful twist.$11.99
Egg Dosa
Dosa layered with a seasoned egg mixture and cooked to perfection.$11.99
Idly
Soft, fluffy steamed rice cakes served with chutney and sambar.$8.99
Medu Vada
Crispy, fluffy lentil fritters shaped like donuts and served warm.$9.99
Ghee Karam Idly
Soft idlies topped with spicy karam podi and drizzled with ghee.$9.99
Idly & Vada combo
A classic South Indian combo of soft idlies and crispy vadas served with chutney and sambar.$9.99Mysore Masala Dosa
$11.99Plain Uthappam
$9.99Vegetable Uthappam
$11.99Cheese Dosa
$11.99
Beverages

Sweet/Salted lime Soda
Fresh lime mixed with soda, served sweet or salted for a refreshing sip.$4.99
Mango Lassi
A creamy yogurt-based drink blended with ripe mango pulp.$4.99
Masala Chaas
Spiced buttermilk flavored with roasted cumin, herbs, and salt.$4.99
Masala Tea
Traditional Indian chai brewed with milk and aromatic spices.$4.99
Indian Filter Coffee
South Indian-style strong, frothy coffee made with freshly brewed decoction.$4.99
Virgin Mojito
A refreshing mix of lime, mint, and soda served chilled.$4.99Soda
Assorted chilled carbonated beverages.$1.99
Thumbs-up
Classic Indian cola known for its bold, fizzy flavor.OUT OF STOCK$3.99Seltzer
Plain sparkling water, crisp and refreshing.$4.99
Kids
Lunch Boxes
Veg Lunch Box
Contains 1 Veg Appetizer, 2 Veg Entree, 1 Rice item, 1 Raita, 1 Dessert, 1 Plain Naan$10.99Chicken Lunch Box
contains 1 Non Veg Appetizer, 1 Veg Entree, 1 Non Veg Entree, 1 Rice item, 1 Raita, 1 Dessert, 1 Plain Naan$11.99Fish Lunch Box
Contains 1 Non Veg Appetizer, 1 Veg Entree, 1 Fish Entree, 1 Rice Item, 1 Plain Naan, 1 Dessert, Raita$11.99Goat Lunch Box
Contains 1 Non Veg Appetizer, 1 Veg Entree, 1 Goat Entree, 1 Rice item, 1 Plain Naan, 1 Dessert, Raita$12.99
| Sunday | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
| Friday | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm |
Discover the vibrant flavors and timeless traditions of Indian cuisine at AURA, nestled in the heart of Unionville, Connecticut. Our culinary philosophy is simple: celebrate India’s rich heritage through authentic recipes, premium ingredients, and masterful preparation. From fragrant curries and sizzling tandoor delights to handcrafted breads and indulgent desserts, every dish is a tribute to generations of culinary artistry. Whether you’re savoring a meal in our elegant dining space or enjoying the comfort of our takeout, we promise an experience that captures the true essence of India—warm, flavorful, and unforgettable. Come to AURA and let your senses journey through India’s diverse and exquisite tastes.
55 Mill Street, Unionville, CT 06085