
Taj Indian Cuisine & Bar
444 S. Park St., Madison, WI
Featured Items

Garlic Naan
Traditional Indian flatbread made with milk, all purpose flour. Topped with garlic and cilantro. Baked in clay oven. Topped with butter.$4.95
Samosa
Crispy pastry stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas. (Vegan, Nut Free)$5.95
Butter Chicken
Tandoor-roasted chicken simmered in a creamy tomato and cashew sauce.$18.95
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
Warm, comforting lentil soup simmered with mixed vegetables and aromatic spices like ginger, garlic, coriander, turmeric, and cumin. Finished with a fresh cilantro and green onion garnish—nut-free and vegan.$4.95Garden Fresh Salad
A crisp, garden-style salad with fresh lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, and tomatoes, finished with bell pepper and shredded red and green cabbage. Served with your choice of raita or ranch (tamarind chutney or olive oil available as a dairy-free option)$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
Crispy vegetable fritters made with potatoes, onions, spinach, and cauliflower in a spiced chickpea batter, fried until golden. Lightly seasoned with ginger and cumin for a warm, savory bite.$7.95
Breads

Plain Naan
Soft, traditional naan flatbread made with milk and all-purpose flour, baked in a clay oven. Warm, lightly chewy, and perfect for scooping up curries and sauces.$3.50
Garlic Naan
Traditional Indian flatbread made with milk, all purpose flour. Topped with garlic and cilantro. Baked in clay oven. Topped with butter.$4.95
Peshwari Naan
Traditional Indian flatbread made with milk, all purpose flour filled with cashews, raisins, fennel seeds, coconut. Baked in clay oven. Topped with butter.$5.95
Cheese Naan
Traditional Indian flatbread bread stuffed with homemade cottage cheese made with milk, all purpose flour. Baked in clay oven. Topped with butter.$5.95
Chicken Naan
Traditional Indian flatbread stuffed with minced chicken made with milk, all purpose flour.Baked in clay oven. Topped with butter.$5.95
Onion Kulcha
Traditional Indian flatbread stuffed with onion made with milk, all purpose flour. Baked in clay oven. Topped with butter.$4.95
Roti
Traditional Indian whole wheat flour bread. Baked in clay oven. Topped with butter.$3.50
Aloo Paratha
Traditional indian whole wheat flour bread stuffed with potatoes. Baked in clay oven. Topped with butter.$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
Tender chicken simmered in a creamy, tomato-forward curry with warm Indian spices. Rich, aromatic, and comforting—perfect with rice or naan. (Nut Free, Gluten Free)$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
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
Chicken Saag
$17.95
Tender chicken cooked with spiced spinach and fresh garlic.
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