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Indian
Essence N spice
162 East 174th Street
Bronx, NY 10457
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Appetizers
Veg Appetizers

Punjabi Samosa 2pcs
Most famous Punjabi Samosa with Mint and Sweet Tamarind chutney$6.99
Onion Samosa 8 pc
Street Style Onion samosa$6.99
Veg Manchurian
Blend of vegetables deep fried and sauteed in sauces (16oz)$9.99
Baby Corn Manchurian
Crispy baby corn tossed in a glossy, tangy Indo‑Chinese gravy that hits that perfect sweet‑spicy balance.$10.99
Chilli Baby Corn
Tender Baby corns coated in a flavorful batter and deep fried (16 oz)$9.99
Chilli Paneer 🆕
Cubes of paneer(cottage cheese) sauteed with Cubes of bell peppers and Onions (16 oz).$10.99
Paneer 65
Flavorful paneer(cottage cheese) that is crispy on the outside and soft inside (16oz)$10.99
Paneer Majestic 🌶️
Rectangular cubes of paneer(cottage cheese) sauteed in Majestic sauce (16 oz)$11.99
Non Veg Appetizers

Chicken Samosa 5 pc
Chicken Samosa$7.99
Street Style Chicken Pakora(Chef's special)
Andhra street style chicken pakora, crispy on the outside, juicy inside with extraordinary aroma (16 oz)$13.99
Chilli Chicken
Cubes of Chicken with a medley of sauces along with Diced bellpeppers and Onions (16 oz)$10.99
Chicken Majestic 🌶️
Thin strips of chicken marinated, fried, and tossed in a creamy, chili‑spiced yogurt sauce with curry leaves — a Hyderabadi favorite known for its rich flavor and irresistible heat (16 oz)$12.99
Chicken Manchurian
Crispy chicken tossed in a tangy, garlicky Indo‑Chinese sauce with peppers and scallions — bold, saucy, and seriously satisfying (16 oz)$12.99
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)$10.99
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)$12.99
Pepper Chicken 🌶️🌶️
Tender chicken cooked with crushed black pepper, curry leaves, and aromatics for a bold, earthy, pepper‑forward heat (16 oz)$13.99
Apollo Fish
Crispy, batter‑fried fish tossed in a spicy, tangy masala with curry leaves — bold, aromatic, and irresistibly flavorful (16 oz)$12.99
Masala Fried Fish 🌶️
Crispy, golden fish seasoned with mild spices for a light, flavorful bite that pairs well with any meal (16 oz)$12.99
Garlic Shrimp
Tender shrimp tossed in a buttery garlic sauce with a hint of chili and herbs (16 oz)$14.99
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$19.99
Entree
Veg Entree

Dal Tadka
Yellow lentils tempered with aroma of spices. Goes wonderful with Rotis( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$9.99
Punjabi Chole Masala
Classic dish made with tender chickpeas and house blend spices( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$10.99
Paneer Butter Masala
Rich Paneer (cottage cheese) Gravy with Soft Paneer cubes tastes in every bite ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$12.99
Paneer Tikka Masala
Marinated, grilled paneer (cottage cheese) cubes served in a rich, creamy, and spiced tomato-based gravy (16 oz)$12.99
Kadai Paneer🌶️
Flavorful Paneer (cottage cheese) dish with diced onions and bell peppers.Goes well with Naans ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz).$12.99
Shahi Paneer
Royal Paneer(cottage cheese) dish with a tinge of sweet and a creamy textured curry ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$13.99
Navaratan Korma
A royal Mughlai curry made with a medley of nine vegetables, fruits, and nuts, simmered in a rich, creamy cashew gravy for a mildly sweet and aromatic delight.$12.99
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)$13.99
Non Veg Entree

Butter Chicken
Creamy buttery gravy with tender chicken cubes sauteed in aroma of spices (White Rice on the side)(16 oz)$14.99
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)$13.99
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)$13.99
Shahi Chicken
Shahi‑style chicken simmered in a creamy cashew‑almond gravy, enriched with saffron and gentle spices for a royal, mildly sweet finish ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$13.99
Desi Style Chicken Curry(With Bone)🌶️
Desi Style chicken curry thats' marinated and infused with ginger, garlic, and freshly ground spices.$14.99
Chicken Chettinad
Aromatic South Indian classic chicken curry made with roasted spices, black pepper, coconut, and curry leaves.$13.99
Chicken Kolhapuri🌶️
Popular North Indian chicken curry thats made with roasted coconut, red chilies, and a punchy Kolhapuri masala.$14.99
Chicken Handi🌶️🌶️
This Chicken curry is a creamy, mildly spiced dish made with yogurt, cream, and ground nuts, giving it a silky, smoky, tandoor-style flavor ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$14.99
Afgani Chicken 🌶️🌶️
This Chicken curry is a creamy, mildly spiced dish made with yogurt, cream, and ground nuts, giving it a silky, smoky, tandoor-style flavor ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$14.99
Chicken Saag Wala
Tender chicken simmered in a thick, nutritious, and mildly spiced spinach gravy (saag)( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$14.99
Village style Goat Curry (with bone)
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)$18.99
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.$10.99
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.$13.99
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$14.99
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.$15.99
Goat Dum Biryani
Our Goat biryani has an aroma that you would have never experienced. Try it yourself and treat yourself.$19.99
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)$12.99
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)$13.99
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)$13.99
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)$14.99
Veg Manchurian with Gravy
Blend of vegetables deep fried and sauteed in sauces (16oz)$9.99
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)$11.99
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.$3.99
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$17.99
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$17.99
Shahi Paneer 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$17.99
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.$17.99
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.$17.99
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$17.99
Shahi 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$17.99
Bulk Orders
Bread Basket

Chapati - 15 pc's
Our softest Chapati's are made on the same day of the order, try to order ahead.$25.00
Chapati - 20 pc's
Our softest Chapati's are made on the same day of the order, try to order ahead.$30.00
Phulka - 15 pc's
Our softest Phulka's are made on the same day of the order, try to order ahead.$18.00
Phulka- 25 pc's
Our softest Phulka's are made on the same day of the order, try to order ahead.$28.00
Entree 3rd Party
Veg Entree

Dal Tadka
Yellow lentils tempered with aroma of spices. Goes wonderful with Rotis( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$9.99
Punjabi Chole Masala
Classic dish made with tender chickpeas and house blend spices( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$10.99
Paneer Butter Masala
Rich Paneer (cottage cheese) Gravy with Soft Paneer cubes tastes in every bite ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$12.99
Paneer Tikka Masala
Marinated, grilled paneer (cottage cheese) cubes served in a rich, creamy, and spiced tomato-based gravy (16 oz)$12.99
Kadai Paneer🌶️
Flavorful Paneer (cottage cheese) dish with diced onions and bell peppers.Goes well with Naans ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz).$12.99
Shahi Paneer
Royal Paneer(cottage cheese) dish with a tinge of sweet and a creamy textured curry ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$13.99
Navaratan Korma
A royal Mughlai curry made with a medley of nine vegetables, fruits, and nuts, simmered in a rich, creamy cashew gravy for a mildly sweet and aromatic delight.$12.99
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)$13.99
Non Veg Entree

Butter Chicken
Creamy buttery gravy with tender chicken cubes sauteed in aroma of spices (White Rice on the side)(16 oz)$13.99
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)$15.99
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)$14.99
Shahi Chicken
Shahi‑style chicken simmered in a creamy cashew‑almond gravy, enriched with saffron and gentle spices for a royal, mildly sweet finish ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$13.99
Desi Style Chicken Curry(With Bone)🌶️
Desi Style chicken curry thats' marinated and infused with ginger, garlic, and freshly ground spices.$14.99
Chicken Chettinad
Aromatic South Indian classic chicken curry made with roasted spices, black pepper, coconut, and curry leaves.$13.99
Chicken Kolhapuri🌶️
Popular North Indian chicken curry thats made with roasted coconut, red chilies, and a punchy Kolhapuri masala.$14.99
Chicken Handi🌶️🌶️
This Chicken curry is a creamy, mildly spiced dish made with yogurt, cream, and ground nuts, giving it a silky, smoky, tandoor-style flavor ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$14.99
Afgani Chicken 🌶️🌶️
This Chicken curry is a creamy, mildly spiced dish made with yogurt, cream, and ground nuts, giving it a silky, smoky, tandoor-style flavor ( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$14.99
Chicken Saag Wala
Tender chicken simmered in a thick, nutritious, and mildly spiced spinach gravy (saag)( White Rice on the side) (16 oz)$14.99
Village style Goat Curry (with bone)
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)$18.99
All hours
| Sunday | 12:00 pm - 8:45 pm |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:00 am - 8:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:00 am - 8:45 pm |
| Thursday | 11:00 am - 8:45 pm |
| Friday | 11:00 am - 10:00 pm |
| Saturday | 1:00 pm - 7:30 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
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