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    Essence N spice

    Indian
    Open now11AM - 10:15PM
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    Appetizers
    Entree
    Egg O holic
    Rice/Biryani Specialties
    Combos
    Fast Food Corner
    Bread Basket
    Beverages
    House Specials 3rd Party

    Featured Items

    • Kadai Chicken Combo

      Served with two hot butter naans, a portion of steamed plain rice, a fresh crunchy salad, and a sweet dessert to complete the meal
      $20.99

    Appetizers

    Veg Appetizers

    • Punjabi Samosa 2pcs

      Most famous Punjabi Samosa with Mint and Sweet Tamarind chutney
      $8.99
    • Onion Samosa 8 pc

      Street Style Onion samosa
      $8.99
    • Veg Manchurian

      Blend of vegetables deep fried and sauteed in sauces (16oz)
      $12.99
    • Baby Corn Manchurian

      Crispy baby corn tossed in a glossy, tangy Indo‑Chinese gravy that hits that perfect sweet‑spicy balance.
      $13.99
    • Chilli Baby Corn

      Tender Baby corns coated in a flavorful batter and deep fried (16 oz)
      $12.99
    • Chilli Paneer

      Cubes of paneer(cottage cheese) sauteed with Cubes of bell peppers and Onions (16 oz).
      $12.99
    • Paneer 65

      Flavorful paneer(cottage cheese) that is crispy on the outside and soft inside (16oz)
      $12.99

    Non Veg Appetizers

    • Chicken Samosa 5 pc

      Chicken Samosa
      $9.99
    • Street Style Chicken Pakora(Chef's special)

      Andhra street style chicken pakora, crispy on the outside, juicy inside with extraordinary aroma (16 oz)
      $15.99
    • Chilli Chicken

      Cubes of Chicken with a medley of sauces along with Diced bellpeppers and Onions (16 oz)
      $14.99
    • Chicken Manchurian

      Crispy chicken tossed in a tangy, garlicky Indo‑Chinese sauce with peppers and scallions — bold, saucy, and seriously satisfying (16 oz)
      $15.99
    • Chicken 65

      Crispy, juicy chicken tossed in a fiery South Indian chili‑garlic marinade, finished with curry leaves for a bold, addictive bite (16 oz)
      $14.99
    • Dragon Chicken 🌶️🌶️

      Crispy chicken strips tossed in a spicy garlic‑chili sauce with peppers and spring onions — fiery, saucy, and full of Indo‑Chinese swagger (16 oz)
      $15.99
    • Pepper Chicken 🌶️🌶️

      Tender chicken cooked with crushed black pepper, curry leaves, and aromatics for a bold, earthy, pepper‑forward heat (16 oz)
      $15.99
    • Andhra Chicken Fry(Bone-in)Chef's Special🌶️🆕

      Spicy, crispy pan-fried chicken cooked with roasted Andhra masala, curry leaves, and black pepper.
      $18.99
    • Karampodi Chicken(Chef's Special) 🌶️🌶️🌶️🆕

      Spice lovers , this spicy chicken dish satisfies your taste buds.
      $17.99
    • Garlic Cilantro Chicken🆕

      Tender chicken cooked with fresh garlic, cilantro, chilies, and lemon for a bright, aromatic flavor.
      $17.99
    • Apollo Fish

      Crispy, batter‑fried fish tossed in a spicy, tangy masala with curry leaves — bold, aromatic, and irresistibly flavorful (16 oz)
      $15.99
    • Masala Fried Fish 🌶️

      Crispy, golden fish seasoned with mild spices for a light, flavorful bite that pairs well with any meal (16 oz)
      $15.99
    • Garlic Shrimp

      Tender shrimp tossed in a buttery garlic sauce with a hint of chili and herbs (16 oz)
      $16.99
    • Shrimp Koliwada🆕

      Shrimp marinated in a tangy, spicy blend of red chili, garlic, ginger, ajwain, and lemon.
      $18.99
    • Goat Sukka🌶️

      Popular dry-style South Indian (Tamil Nadu/Mangalorean) dish featuring tender, pan-roasted goat meat coated in a thick, spicy, and aromatic masala
      $21.99

    Entree

    Veg Entree

    • Dal Tadka

      Yellow lentils tempered with aroma of spices. Goes wonderful with Rotis( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)
      $10.99
    • Punjabi Chole Masala

      Classic dish made with tender chickpeas and house blend spices( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)
      $11.99
    • Paneer Butter Masala

      Rich Paneer (cottage cheese) Gravy with Soft Paneer cubes tastes in every bite ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)
      $15.99
    • Paneer Tikka Masala

      Marinated, grilled paneer (cottage cheese) cubes served in a rich, creamy, and spiced tomato-based gravy (16 oz)
      $15.99
    • Kadai Paneer🌶️

      Flavorful Paneer (cottage cheese) dish with diced onions and bell peppers.Goes well with Naans ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz).
      $15.99
    • Saag Paneer

      Healthy, protein & flavor-packed dish of Indian cheese, served in a buttery, spicy & creamy curry made with plenty of leafy greens ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)
      $15.99
    • Vegetable Korma🆕

      Mixed vegetables cooked in a creamy cashew‑coconut gravy with mild spices and aromatic herbs.
      $15.99
    • Mixed Vegetable Curry🆕

      Seasonal vegetables cooked in a spiced onion‑tomato gravy with herbs and mild cream.
      $15.99
    • Kaju Curry(Cashew)🆕

      Cashews and cashew paste cooked in a creamy tomato‑onion gravy with butter, cream, and aromatic spices.
      $16.99
    • Paneer Bhurji🆕

      Crumbled paneer cooked with onions, tomatoes, chilies, and spices for a soft, flavorful scramble.
      $16.99

    Non Veg Entree

    • Butter Chicken

      Creamy buttery gravy with tender chicken cubes sauteed in aroma of spices (White Rice on the side)(16 oz)
      $16.99
    • Chicken Tikka Masala

      Char‑grilled chicken simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato gravy with a rich, smoky warmth in every bite ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)
      $16.99
    • Kadai Chicken 🌶️

      Chicken cooked with onions, peppers, and bold kadai spices for a rustic, smoky, and aromatic finish ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)
      $16.99
    • Desi Style Chicken Curry( Bone-in)🌶️

      Desi Style chicken curry thats' marinated and infused with ginger, garlic, and freshly ground spices.
      $16.99
    • Chicken Korma🆕

      Tender chicken simmered in a creamy cashew‑almond gravy with yogurt, spices, and ghee.
      $16.99
    • Chicken Kolhapuri🌶️

      Popular North Indian chicken curry thats made with roasted coconut, red chilies, and a punchy Kolhapuri masala.
      $16.99
    • Chicken Saag Wala

      Tender chicken simmered in a thick, nutritious, and mildly spiced spinach gravy (saag)( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)
      $16.99
    • Village style Goat Curry (Bone-in)

      Village style goat curry made with home made masalas and cooked in a low flame to cook to its perfection( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)
      $21.99
    • Goat Korma(Bone-in)🆕

      Tender goat simmered in a creamy nut‑based gravy with yogurt, spices, and clarified butter.
      $21.99

    Egg O holic

    Egg Specials

    • Boiled Egg Fry(4 eggs)🆕

      Boiled egg slightly tossed in Indian spices.
      $10.99
    • Egg Bhurji🆕

      Popular scrambled egg recipie cooked in aromatic flavors.
      $12.99
    • Egg Masala Gravy (4 eggs)🆕

      Egg Masala gravy that goes perfectly with Naan , Roti or rice . Perfect combination of Healthy and tasty.
      $15.99
    • Egg Surti Gotala🆕

      Fiery, flavorful street‑style egg dish that has grated eggs tossed in buttery surti masala.
      $16.99
    • South Indian Egg curry(4 eggs)🆕

      Boiled Eggs cooked in Flavorful onion tomato gravy and Chefs special spices. This goes well with Rice or Roti or Naan. ( 8 oz Rice on the side).
      $16.99

    Rice/Biryani Specialties

    • Plain Rice 16oz

      $2.99
    • Jeera Rice 16 oz

      Flavorful Basmati rice cooked in Jeera and wholesome spices (16 oz)
      $5.99
    • Veg Biryani 24 oz

      Fragrant spice-layered rice dish cooked with mixed vegetables, herbs, and saffron for a rich, aromatic flavor 24 oz.
      $12.99
    • Paneer Makhani Biryani 24 oz

      A rich, vegetarian fusion dish that combines the creamy, tangy flavors of North Indian Paneer Butter Masala (Makhani) with the aromatic, layered structure of a traditional Hyderabadi-style Dum Biryani.
      $15.99
    • Chicken Dum Biryani 24oz

      Our Chicken Dum Biryani delivers a depth of flavor that simply can’t be matched. Every bite proves why its taste remains truly unbeatable. Try it yourself 24 oz
      $17.99
    • EssenceNspice Spl Boneless Chicken Biryani 24 oz

      Our chef's special boneless chicken biryani has the unbeatable flavor that simply can’t be matched. Every bite proves its taste. Try it yourself.
      $19.99
    • Goat Dum Biryani

      Our Goat biryani has an aroma that you would have never experienced. Try it yourself and treat yourself.
      $21.99

    Combos

    • Paneer Butter Masala Combo

      Served with two hot butter naans, a portion of steamed plain rice, a fresh crunchy salad, and a sweet dessert to complete the meal
      $20.99
    • Paneer Tikka Masala Combo

      Served with two hot butter naans, a portion of steamed plain rice, a fresh crunchy salad, and a sweet dessert to complete the meal
      $20.99
    • Butter Chicken Combo

      Served with two hot butter naans, a portion of steamed plain rice, a fresh crunchy salad, and a sweet dessert to complete the meal.
      $20.99
    • Chicken Tikka Masala Combo

      Served with two hot butter naans, a portion of steamed plain rice, a fresh crunchy salad, and a sweet dessert to complete the meal.
      $20.99
    • Kadai Chicken Combo

      Served with two hot butter naans, a portion of steamed plain rice, a fresh crunchy salad, and a sweet dessert to complete the meal
      $20.99

    Fast Food Corner

    Indo-Chinese Fast Food

    • Veg Fried Rice

      Our Indo Chinese Veg Fried rice is wok‑tossed on high flame with colorful veggies, garlic, spring onions, and a touch of soy — smoky, savory, and effortlessly satisfying(24 oz)
      $14.99
    • Mushroom Fried Rice

      Mushroom lovers, this is for you. our Mushroom fried rice is made with long-grain rice stir-fried over high flame with tender mushrooms, fresh scallions, and golden garlic (24 oz)
      $15.99
    • Schezwan Fried Rice

      Spicy Indo‑Chinese fried rice tossed with vegetables, aromatics, and fiery Schezwan chili sauce for a smoky, punchy flavor in every bite
      $16.99
    • Egg Fried rice

      Fluffy long‑grain rice tossed on a blazing wok with soft scrambled eggs, golden garlic, spring onions, and a delicate soy glaze — smoky, aromatic, and effortlessly comforting with every bite (24 oz)
      $16.99
    • Chicken Fried Rice

      High‑flame fried rice loaded with juicy fried chicken, crunchy veggies, garlic, and spring onions — tossed in smoky soy, chili heat, and that unmistakable desi‑Chinese wok‑hei that hits instantly (24 oz)
      $17.99
    • Schezwan Chicken Fried Rice

      Aromatic long‑grain rice stir‑fried on high flame with juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, garlic, and spring onions, tossed in a bold Schezwan chili sauce that delivers a smoky, spicy Indo‑Chinese kick in every bite.
      $18.99
    • Veg Manchurian with Gravy

      Blend of vegetables deep fried and sauteed in sauces (16oz)
      $13.99
    • Chicken Manchurian with Gravy

      Crispy chicken tossed in a tangy, garlicky Indo‑Chinese sauce with peppers and scallions — bold, saucy, and seriously satisfying (16 oz)
      $14.99

    Bread Basket

    Naans

    • Plain Naan

      Soft, fluffy flatbread baked in a traditional tandoor — perfect for scooping up curries, gravies, and sauces.
      $2.99
    • Butter Naan

      Naans with a generous amount of butter applied.
      $3.99
    • Garlic Naan

      Soft, fluffy tandoor‑baked flatbreads brushed with garlic‑infused butter for a warm, aromatic finish.
      $4.99

    Chapatis

    • Whole wheat chapati 2pcs

      Soft whole wheat chapatis made to the perfection. The healthiest option.
      $4.99
    • Phulka

      A warm, soft whole‑wheat roti puffed on the flame for that classic homemade touch
      $2.99

    Beverages

    Drinks

    • Mango Lassi

      $4.99
    • Sweet Lassi

      $3.99
    • Chaas(Buttermilk)

      $3.99
    • Pepsi

      $1.99
    • Diet Pepsi

      $1.99
    • Ginger Ale

      $1.99
    • Orange Crush

      $1.99
    • Mountain Dew

      $1.99
    • Arizona Mango

      $1.99
    • Arizona Water Melon

      $1.99
    • Bottled Water

      $1.99

    House Specials 3rd Party

    House Specials

    • Pachi Mirchi Paneer 🌶️🌶️🌶️

      Pachi Mirchi Paneer is a spicy and flavorful paneer dish made with fresh green chilies, aromatic spices, and soft paneer cubes.
      $14.99
    • Samosa Chat

      Samosa Chaat is a popular Indian street food made with crispy samosas topped with tangy chutneys, creamy yogurt, fresh onions, tomatoes, sev, and aromatic spices. It delivers a delicious combination of crunchy, spicy, sweet, and savory flavors in every bite.
      $12.99
    • Ragada Patties

      Ragada Patties is a beloved Mumbai street-food classic featuring crispy potato patties topped with flavorful white-pea curry (ragada), creamy yogurt, tangy tamarind chutney, spicy green chutney, crunchy sev, fresh onions, and aromatic spices. It offers a delicious balance of crispy, creamy, sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors in every bite.
      $13.99
    • Paneer Lababdar

      Paneer Lababdar is a rich and creamy North Indian delicacy featuring soft paneer cubes simmered in a luscious tomato-based gravy, blended with butter, cream, aromatic spices, and cashew paste.
      $14.99
    • Pachi Mirchi Chicken🌶️🌶️🌶️

      Pachi Mirchi Chicken is a spicy and aromatic chicken dish prepared with fresh green chilies, fragrant herbs, and traditional Indian spices. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a flavorful green chili masala, delivering a bold, fiery taste balanced with rich savory flavors.
      $15.99
    • Hyderabadi Red Chicken

      Hyderabadi Red Chicken is a fiery and flavorful specialty prepared with tender chicken marinated in aromatic spices, red chilies, and traditional Hyderabadi masalas. Cooked to perfection with a rich, vibrant red coating, it delivers a bold blend of smoky, spicy, and savory flavors, making it an ideal accompaniment to naan, roti, or biryani.
      $20.99
    • Murgh Mughalai

      Murgh Mughlai is a royal North Indian chicken delicacy featuring tender chicken cooked in a rich, creamy gravy made with cashews, cream, yogurt, onions, and aromatic Mughlai spices
      $19.99

    All hours
    Sunday12:00 pm - 8:45 pm
    MondayClosed
    Tuesday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Wednesday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 10:15 pm
    Saturday12:00 pm - 9:15 pm
    Restaurant info

    Indian home-style cooking for the fast-paced, flavor-loving foodie. Our menu blends tradition with innovation. Whether you're working late, hosting friends, or just craving something cozy, we deliver bold, balanced, and beautifully made Indian comfort food — fast

    Location

    162 East 174th Street, Bronx, NY 10457

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