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    VAJRA

    2039 West North Avenue

    Chicago, IL 60647


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    Vajra Dinner Packages
    The Small Plates
    The Chef's Plate
    The Classics
    The Vegetarian Classics
    The Vajra Biryanis
    The Tandoori Classics
    The Accompaniments
    The Desserts
    The Beverages
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    Featured Items

    • Garlic Naan

      Garlic topped naan cooked in tandoor
      $5.00
    • Cashew Tikka Masala

      Cashew cream, onion & tomato sauce. Includes 8 oz basmati rice
      $18.00
    • Chicken Momo

      Pillowy dumpling stuffed with minced chicken, Nepalese spices, Umami and paired with charred tomato and sesame- szechuan peppercorn sauce.
      $14.00

    Vajra Dinner Packages

    This Family Meal is designed for 2-12 people, consisting of our classic and the greatest hits.
    • Family Meal For Four

      Includes - 1 Small Plate - 4 Entrees - 4 Breads - Basmati Rice
      OUT OF STOCK
      $100.00

    The Small Plates

    • Vegetable Samosa

      A classic filo pastry - pea and potato stuffing curiously spiced with Indian spices, anardana (dried pomegranate seeds), and cilantro. A classic Indian staple that has almost everyone in the world in its grasp.
      $8.00
    • Aalu Tikka

      Deep fried spiced mashed potatoes cakes
      $8.00
    • Onion Bhaji

      Shaved onion, chickpea batter, Indian spice mix
      $8.00
    • Samosa Chaat

      Smashed potato cones, English peas, gujarati sev & papadi, pomegranate, creamed yogurt, chutneys
      $12.00
    • Chicken Momo

      Pillowy dumpling stuffed with minced chicken, Nepalese spices, Umami and paired with charred tomato and sesame- szechuan peppercorn sauce.
      $14.00
    • Chicken 65

      fried chicken breast made from marinated, bite-sized chicken pieces that are deep-fried and then tossed in a flavorful tempering of curry leaves, chilies, and garlic
      $14.00

    The Chef's Plate

    Includes 8 oz Basmati Rice
    • Malai Kofta

      Minced paneer with spices is made into the balls and simmered in the oh-so-good cashew-ey curry sauce. A simple yet decadent offering that can rival any soul or comfort food. *Vegetarian.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $20.00
    • Makhamali Aalu

      A simply decadent dish, Makhamali Alu is rich and silky cashew curry sauce and bathes the slightly golden fried Yukon petit potatoes in the warm aroma of garlic. *Vegetarian.
      $18.00
    • Butter Chicken

      The world cuisine, if had a showstopper – it would be Butter Chicken. Handsome boneless morsels of free-range tandoor roasted chicken swimming in the decadent onion-tomato sauce with cashew-y goodness and fresh cream: this one is as good as it gets.
      $25.00
    • Lahsuni Chicken Korma

      Enough cannot be said about this one – it is that good. Marinating and roasting in tandoor, the boneless chicken breasts are then simmered in the rich cashew curry sauce with a fragrant waft of garlic that just keeps getting better with each bite.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $25.00
    • Chicken Chettinad

      Boneless Chicken is cooked in rich coconut flavored curry sauce, tempered with mustard and curry leaves. A classic dish from the Tamilnadu region reimagined.
      $25.00
    • Lamb Rogan Josh

      This Kashmiri dish has gone through a myriad of iteration within the cultural crossovers in India and the West, but one thing that remained intact was its flavor. We have attempted to stay close to its origin and made it simpler by infusing the essence of Kashmiri Chilli that marries well into with other spices and gives us a hearty bowl of a drool-worthy lamb stew.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $26.00
    • Goan Shrimp Curry

      Succulent shrimp gently simmered in a rich coconut and tamarind curry, infused with Goan red chilies and coastal aromatics. A refined balance of heat, tang, and silk.
      $28.00
    • Prawn Moilee

      Delicate prawns simmered in a golden coconut curry tempered with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and a whisper of green chili — a Kerala coastal classic, light yet luxurious.
      $28.00

    The Classics

    Includes 8 oz Basmati Rice.
    • Cashew Tikka Masala

      Cashew cream, onion & tomato sauce. Includes 8 oz basmati rice
      $18.00
    • Cashew Shahi Korma

      Cashew & onion, tomato sauce. Includes 8 oz basmati rice
      $18.00
    • Madras

      Coconut cream, onion & tomato sauce. Includes 8 oz basmati rice
      $18.00
    • Vindaalu

      Potatoes, vinegar, onion & tomato sauce. Includes 8 oz basmati rice
      $18.00
    • Saag

      Creamed spinach, Indian spices. Includes 8 oz basmati rice.
      $18.00

    The Vegetarian Classics

    Includes 8 oz Basmati Rice.
    • Saag Paneer

      A creamed spinach with paneer, the combination never fails to sate our cravings for some soul quenching food. Uniquely the most ordered dish in any given Indian restaurant, this creamy and resplendent dish is a winner in all age groups, and all households.
      $20.00
    • Dal Makhani

      The world-famous black dairy dal is the most luxurious black lentil. A mixture of black gram lentils, kidney beans, and a few other usual suspects are cooked for a very long time and effortlessly turned into this rich and creamy saucy dal.
      $18.00
    • Baingan Bharta

      A humble hunk of eggplant is roasted with butter and beat (literally) into a pulp; and then fried with onion, tomato and spices – then finished with green peas and fresh cream.
      $20.00
    • Bhindi Masala

      Sautéed Okra in Indian Spices
      $20.00
    • Chana Masala

      Garbanzo or chickpeas as it is called, this one packs a ton of protein, flavor, and simplicity. Served in many ways, this dish is a must-have for every meal, is vegan and saucy – and goes well with our tandoori roti or basmati rice; for one hundred percent vegan experience. * vegan
      $18.00
    • Alu Gobhi

      A staple of every Indian and Nepalese kitchen, this dish of potatoes and cauliflower florets sauteed in spices – is the simplest recipe and equally loved by all. Cos the flavors are just spellbinding. *vegan
      $20.00
    • Matar Paneer

      A Punjabi staple, green peas and paneer are cooked in a simple and earthy sauce – a touch of fresh cream included. A bowl of this and some butter naan – and you are set with your Netflix or Prime !
      $20.00

    The Vajra Biryanis

    • Jackfruit Dum Biryani

      A humble morsel of jackfruit has been a perfect replacement for meat for a very long time in India and Nepal. At Vajra, we bring this delicious and savory jackfruit biryani that is delicately melded with saffron rice and cooked with fresh herbs and spices.
      $23.00
    • Chicken Berry Pulau A La Brittania

      Chef Thapa’s homage to the uber-popular Iranian cafes in Mumbai, specially Brittania & Company located steps away from the gateway of India – this amazing chicken pulau dish is a perfect amalgamation of spices, cranberries, fresh herbs, and basmati rice.
      $24.00
    • Vegetable Dum Biryani

      Assorted vegetables, basmati rice, Mdh bombay biryani spice mix. Includes 4 oz cucumber raita
      $19.00
    • Chicken Dum Biryani

      Boneless chicken, basmati rice, mdh bombay biryani spice mix. Includes 4 oz cucumber raita
      $23.00
    • Lamb Dum Biryani

      Boneless lamb, basmati rice, mdh bombay biryani spice mix. Includes 4 oz cucumber raita
      $25.00
    • Shrimp Dum Biryani

      Shrimp, basmati rice, mdh bombay biryani spice mix. Includes 4 oz cucumber raita
      $25.00

    The Tandoori Classics

    • Chicken Tikka

      boneless chicken breast, yogurt-spice blend, makhani sauce
      OUT OF STOCK
      $24.00

    The Accompaniments

    • Butter Naan

      Leavened flat bread cooked in tandoor
      $4.00
    • Garlic Naan

      Garlic topped naan cooked in tandoor
      $5.00
    • Basmati Rice

      Long grain basmati rice, cloves, cardamom
      $4.00
    • Saffron Rice

      OUT OF STOCK
      $10.00
    • Cucumber Raaita

      Yogurt, roasted cumin, mint, cucumber & carrot shreds
      OUT OF STOCK
      $4.00
    • Plain Yoghurt

      $4.00
    • Raw Onions

      Jalapeno, red onion, lemon
      $3.00

    The Desserts

    • Gaajar Ka Halva

      Grated carrots, whole milk reduction, cashew, pistachio, butter
      $6.00
    • Mango Mousse Cheesecake

      Graham crackers, alphonso mango pulp, fresh mango, cream cheese
      $8.00

    The Beverages

    • Mango Lassi

      16 oz. Mango pulp, yogurt
      OUT OF STOCK
      $6.00
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    All hours
    Sunday5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Monday5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    TuesdayClosed
    Wednesday5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Thursday5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Friday5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Saturday5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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    Enjoy Your Dinner With Us!

    Location

    2039 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647

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