
Indian
Taj Indian Cuisine & Bar
444 S. Park St.
Madison, WI 53715
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Food Menu
Starters & Soups
Chicken Soup
Delicate, home-style chicken broth simmered with ginger, garlic, and warming spices. (Nut Free, Dairy Free)$6.95
Lentil Soup
Traditional Indian soup made with spices and herbs. (Nut Free, Vegan)$4.95Garden Fresh Salad
Crisp lettuce tossed with cucumbers, carrots, and tomatoes for a refreshing start.$6.95
Papadam
Thin, crispy lentil wafers roasted to perfection. Served with chutneys, these crunchy bites are a classic North Indian accompaniment to any meal. (Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegan)$2.95
Samosa
Crispy pastry stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas. (Vegan, Nut Free)$5.95
Aloo Tikki
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs. (Vegan, Nut Free)$5.95
Paneer Pakora
Cottage cheese fritters dipped in chickpea batter and fried. (Nut Free)$7.95Chicken Pakora
Bite-sized chicken fritters coated in seasoned chickpea batter.$7.95
Fish Pakora
Boneless cod marinated in spices, chickpea battered, and deep-fried.$9.95
Vegetarian Platter
Assortment of Allo Tikki, Samosa, Vegetable Pakoras and Paneer Pakoras$10.95
Non-Vegetarian Platter
Assortment of Chicken Pakora, Fish Pakora, and lamb seekh kebabs$12.95
Samosa Chat
Crispy vegetable samosas topped with warm channa masala, chopped onions, fresh cilantro, sweet chutney, and chilled yogurt. A perfect blend of tangy, savory, and sweet flavors.$8.95
Aloo Tikki Chat
Golden potato patties served with channa masala, cool yogurt, and a trio of flavorful chutneys. A classic street-style favorite with bold, comforting taste.$8.95Vegetable Pakora
$7.95
Breads

Plain Naan
Traditional tandoor-baked soft white flour bread.$3.50
Garlic Naan
Tandoor-baked naan brushed with garlic and herbs.$4.95
Peshwari Naan
Tandoor-baked Indian bread served hot and fresh.$5.95
Cheese Naan
Naan stuffed with homemade cheese (paneer) and baked in the tandoor.$5.95
Chicken Naan
Stuffed with spiced minced chicken and baked in the tandoor$5.95
Onion Kulcha
Soft naan stuffed with onions and baked in the tandoor.$4.95
Roti
Whole wheat flatbread baked fresh in the tandoor.$3.50
Aloo Paratha
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.$4.95
Dinner for Two
Chef’s Dinner for Two (Vegetarian)
A complete vegetarian dining experience for two — includes samosas, saag paneer, vegetable curry, naan, basmati rice, and dessert.$48.00Chef’s Dinner for Two (Non-Vegetarian)
A chef-curated dinner for two featuring tandoori chicken, chicken tikka masala, lamb curry, naan, basmati rice, and dessert$56.00
Vegetarian Entrées

Aloo Gobi
Potatoes and cauliflower cooked with cumin, ginger, and turmeric.$15.95Baingan Bhartha
Peeled eggplant delicately flame broiled, then sautéed with green peas$16.95Bhindi Masala
Okra sautéed with onions and tomatoes$15.95Chana Masala
Chickpeas cooked in a hearty tomato and ginger masala.$16.95
Chole Bhatura Thali
Classic North Indian favorite — spiced chickpeas served with deep-fried, fluffy bhatura bread.$21.95Chole Poori Thali
$21.95
Dal Makhni
Black lentils slow-simmered overnight with butter and cream.$17.95Karhi Pakora
Crispy golden appetizer made fresh to order.$15.95
Malai Kofta
Vegetable dumplings in a velvety cashew and cream curry.$16.95
Mattar Panner
Tender cubes of homemade Indian cheese cooked with peas, herbs and spices$17.95
Mixed Vegatable Curry
Assorted seasonal vegetables cooked in delicately spiced curry sauce$15.95
Paneer Pepper Masala
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.$17.95Rajmah Masala
Red kidney beans cooked with potatoes, tomatoes, herbs and spices$15.95Saag Choleh
Spinach cooked with chick peas$15.95
Saag Paneer
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.$16.95
Shahi Paneer
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.$17.95Vegetable Korma
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.$16.95
Chicken Entrées

Butter Chicken
Tandoor-roasted chicken simmered in a creamy tomato and cashew sauce.$18.95
Chicken curry
Boneless chicken slow-cooked in spiced onion and tomato curry.$17.95Chicken Mushroom
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.$17.95Chicken Saag
Tender chicken cooked with spiced spinach and fresh garlic.$17.95Chicken Shahi Korma
A dish of royalty, boneless chicken cooked in a creamy turmeric sauce and cashews$18.95
Chicken Tikka Masala
Grilled chicken in a rich tomato-onion masala finished with cream.$18.95Chicken Vindaloo
Goan-style chicken curry with potatoes and bold, tangy spices.$17.95
Lamb Entrées

Lamb Curry
Tender lamb simmered in spiced onion and tomato gravy.$19.95
Lamb Masala
Tender boneless cubes of lamb cooked in creamy sauce with fresh tomatoes$19.95
Lamb Mushroom
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.$17.95Lamb Saag
Boneless lamb cooked with spinach, hint of ginger and garlic$17.95Lamb Shahi Korma
Boneless lamb cooked in smooth and silky turmeric sauce with cream, garnished with cashews and raisins$20.95
Lamb Vindaloo
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.$17.95
Seafood Entrées
Fish Curry
White fish cooked in a tangy coconut and tomato-based sauce.$17.95Fish Masala
Fish cooked with tomatoes, onions, and spices in tomato cream sauce$18.95Fish Vindaloo
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.$17.95Shrimp Curry
Shrimp cooked with special blend of spices$18.95Shrimp Masala
Jumbo shrimp in a rich tomato-cream masala with fresh herbs.$19.95
Shrimp Saag
Shrimp cooked with spinach with fresh herbs and spices$18.95
Goat Entrées
Tandoori Specials (Clay Oven)

Seekh Kabob
Finely minced finger rolls of lamb seasoned with exotic herbs and spices then grilled on skewers$19.95Taj's Tandoori Mixed Grill
Assortment of grilled chicken, lamb, and shrimp from the tandoor.$24.95
Tandoori Chicken
Skinless chicken marinated in yogurt and aromatic spices, roasted in the tandoor until tender and flavorful.$17.95
Tandoori Chicken Tikka
Chicken marinated with mild spices and roasted in a charcoal tandoor, served with fresh lemon.$18.95Tandoori Shrimp
Shrimp marinated in spiced live-culture yogurt overnight$19.95
Rice Specialties

Vegetable Biryani
Fragrant basmati rice with vegetables, herbs, and warm spices. (Biryani served with Raita)$16.95Chicken Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice layered with spiced chicken and herbs.(Biryani served with Raita)$17.95
Lamb Biryani
Fragrant rice and tender lamb cooked with saffron and spices.(Biryani served with Raita)$19.95
Shrimp Biryani
Basmati rice and shrimp cooked with herbs and a touch of saffron.(Biryani served with Raita)$20.95Chef Special Biryani
Fragrant basmati rice layered with spiced curry and herbs.(Biryani served with Raita)$23.95
Basmati Rice
Pearl white basmati rice cooked with cumin powder$3.50
Desserts
Kheer
Classic Indian dessert prepared with traditional ingredients.$4.95Gulab Jamun
Warm milk dumplings soaked in rose-cardamom syrup.$4.95Mango Ice Cream
House-made mango ice cream, smooth and refreshing.$5.95Pista Ice Cream
Traditional Indian ice cream made with milk, nuts, and cardamom.$6.95Ras Malai
Soft paneer patties served in sweet saffron milk.$6.95
Falooda Kulfi
Traditional Indian dessert made with creamy kulfi, rose syrup, vermicelli, and basil seeds — sweet, cool, and indulgent.$7.95Coconut Ice Cream
House-made coconut ice cream with a light, refreshing coconut flavor.$4.95Fruit Custard
$6.95
Condiments & Sauces
Mango Chutney
Sweet and tangy chutney made from ripe mangoes.$2.95Achar (Mixed Pickle)
Indian style spicy vinaigrette pickle$2.95Plain Yogurt
Cool and creamy yogurt, a perfect side to spicy dishes.$3.50
Raita
Homemade fresh yogurt with mashed cucumber, carrots, and cool mint leaves$3.50
Tikka Sauce
Our signature creamy tomato sauce with aromatic spices.$4.95+Mint Sauce
Refreshing chutney made with mint, cilantro, and lemon.$2.95Tamarind Sauce
Sweet-tart chutney with a hint of spice$2.95Onion Chutney (Red Sauce)
Spicy onion-based sauce with a bold kick.$2.95Onions/Chillies/lemons
$1.25
Lunch Combos (Takeout/Delivery)
Lunch
Veggie Lunch Express (Combo)
Choose Saag Paneer, Mattar Paneer, or Paneer Pepper Masala. Served with Dal Makhani, Basmati Rice & Naan$16.00Vegan Lunch Express (Combo)
Choose Vegetable Curry, Saag Tofu, or Channa Masala. Served with Yellow Dal, Basmati Rice & Roti$15.00Chicken Lunch Express (Combo)
Choose Chicken Curry, Chicken Tikka Masala or Chicken Mango. Served with Dal Makhani, Basmati Rice & Naan$17.00Tandoori Special
Choose Tandoori Chicken or Chicken Tikka Served with Naan and tikka sauce$17.00Chef Special
A combination of Tandoori Chicken, Lamb Curry, and Chicken Tikka Masala Served with Basmati Rice and Naan$19.00
NA Beverages Menu
Soda
Mocktails
Strawberry Spritz
Strawberries, strawberry puree, lemon juice, simple syrup, Sprite$8.00Berry Mint Refresher
Lime, Strawberries, mint, simple syrup, Sprite$8.00Island Punch
Pineapple juice, orange juice, cranberry juice, sprite, grenadine$8.00Mint Lime Refresher
Lime, mint, Sprite$6.00Orange Sunrise
Orange juice, grenadine$6.00
Basil Seed Drinks

Lamb Vindaloo
$17.95
Traditional vegetarian curry cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.
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All hours
| Sunday | 11:30 am - 8:45 pm |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am - 8:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am - 8:45 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am - 8:45 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am - 8:45 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am - 8:45 pm |
Restaurant info
Authentic Indian cuisine in the heart of Madison. Full bar, cocktails, takeout, delivery, and catering. Serving the community with fresh flavors and warm hospitality.
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