Azitra Indian Culinary Nirvana Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Azitra Indian Culinary Nirvana, where the symphony of flavors brings the essence of traditional Indian cuisine to Raleigh. Nestled at 8411 Brier Creek Parkway, this culinary haven offers a menu that is both innovative and rooted in authenticity.
Start your culinary journey with the Shiitake Leek Tikki or the enticing Kebab Sampler, showcasing succulent tandoor-roasted meats. For the main course, the Karara Murg and Lamb Pav Bhaji are must-try dishes, expertly spiced and tantalizingly presented.
Don’t forget to indulge in desserts like the rich Gulab Jamun or the refreshing Kulfi, which promise a sweet end to your feast. Coupled with an extensive selection of beverages, including the exotic Mango Lassi and Lychee Juice, Azitra fosters an unforgettable dining experience, celebrating the vibrant flavors of India.
BEVERAGES
LYCHEE JUICE
A refreshing, sweet and fragrant juice made from ripe lychees.
MANGO LASSI 1 GALLON
MANGO JUICE
A smooth and velvety drink made from ripe, juicy mangoes.
VOSS STILL
FEVER TREE GINGER BEER
MANGO LASSI HALF GALLON
VOSS SPARKLING
MANGO LASSI GLASS
A creamy, tangy yogurt-based drink blended with ripe mango.
MANGO FIZZ
Sparkling Water, Mango, Fresh Mint & Lime
GULAB JAMUN
Soft, sweet dough balls made from milk, fried until golden, and soaked in a fragrant cardamon-rose syrup.
DARK CHOCOLATE CAKE
AZITRA DESSERT SPCL
Kulfi & Falooda, Gulab Jamun, Limoncello Mascarpone Cake
BADAMI KHEER
Rice Pudding
KULFI
Pistachio Ice Cream
MOONG DAL HALWA
Lentil Pudding, Ghee, Cashews, Nuts
KESAR RASMALAI
Delicate Sponge Cakes In Mildly Sweetened Milk, Saffron, Pistachio
LIMONCELLO MARSCAPONECAKE
A light and fluffy cake infused with zesty limoncello and topped with creamy mascarpone.
DESSERTS
SEAFOOD
CRAB MASALA
Jumbo Lump Crab Simmered In Tangy-Creamy Makhni Sauce
GOAN SEAFOOD CURRY
Shrimp, Scallop & Fish; Light Coconut Based Southern Indian Curry
SHRIMP LAZZATDAR
Cilantro Marinated Shrimp, Simmered In Aromatic Cashew Sauce
PRAWNS VEG NILGIRI
Shrimp, Vegetables, Coconut, Cilantro, Curry Leaves
SALMON TIKKA PATIA
Tandoor Grilled Salmon Tikka, Mango - Ginger Glaze
SEABASS PANCH PORAN
Grilled Seabass, Bengali Inspired Five Spice Blend
SEABASS TIKKA MASALA
Grilled Sea Bass, Spiced Creamed Tomato Sauce
SEAFOOD KERALA CURRY
Shrimp, Scallops, & Fish Cooked In A Spiced Coconut Curry Sauce
FISH VINDALOO
Salmon, Garlic, Vinegar Marinade, Chilies, Tomato, Hot & Spicy Sauce
SCALLOP COCONUT
Pan Seared Scallops, Coconut Glazed Vegetables
SHRIMP TIKKA MASALA
Tandoor Grilled Shrimps, Spiced Creamed Tomato Sauce
SALMON MAKHNI
Salmon Filets Roasted In Tandoor, Creamed Tomato, Fenugreek Sauce
7002 GROVER RED LA RESERV
Grover Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon / Shiraz, La Reserve, Nandi Hills, India 2016 La Reserve has a powerful bouquet of luscious ripe red and black fruits with an exquisite hint of spice. It combines grace and splendour on the palate with chocolate, coffee beans and vanilla flavours. The finish is long, ample and almost magical. Steven Spurrier, the renowned wine expert from the famous English wine magazine Decanter rated La Reserve as the Best New world Wine during a tasting in Germany in August 2005. Awards Gold at the Asia Wine – The Silk Route Awards 2016. Bronze at the Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2016
7003 GROVER RED VA
Grover Vineyards, Shiraz / Cabernet Sauvignon / Viognier, Vijay Amritraj, Reserve Collection, Nandi Hills, India 2016 Inspired by Vijay Amritraj’s legendary feats and iconic style of play, the Grover VA Collection exemplifies the finest India has to offer to the world. As inspiring as the man himself, the wine is inimitably diverse yet smooth to the palate and gracefully well rounded to deliver a rich experience of Indian terroir. The diversity comes from the varied inspirations and a unique graceful blend of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Viognier, which is rich in fruit and supple in texture, juxtaposed with a fine grain French oak and the powerful flavours of blackberry and blackcurrant. Awards Silver at the Asia Wine – The Silk Route Awards 2016. Bronze at the Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2016
Red Wines 7001-7200
FIRST COURSE
CHKN TENDER/ FRENCH FRIES
LAMB PAV BHAJI
Sauteed Lamb, Winter Spice Blend, Garlic Naan Wedges
KEBAB SAMPLER
Trio Of Tandoor Roasted Kababs; Shrimp, Chicken & Lamb
ONION BHAJI
Crispy Onion Fritters, Chutney Pairing
CRAB TAK A TAK
Jumbo Lump Crabmeat, Mustard-Red Chilli Tadka, Tandoori Naan Wedges
RAJWADI SAMOSA
Spiced Potatoes, Yellow Lentils And Craisins Filled In Crisp Turnovers
SOUP OF THE DAY
A Daily Changing Soup Selection
DHANIAMURG SOUP
Chicken Soup With A Subtle Flavor Of Madras Curry Powder And Fresh Cilantro
SHRIMP MANGO AANCHO
Tandoor Grilled Shrimp, Mango, Ginger, Ancho Chili
KACHUMBER
Cucumber, Tomato & Onion Salad; Savory Lemon-Cilantro Dressing
LAMB PEPPER FRY
Lamb Cuts Sauteed With Peppercorns, Bell Peppers, Onions, Spices
LAMB SOUP
Stewed Lamb, Cilantro, Ginger, Madras Curry Powder
CHAT OF THE DAY
A Daily Changing Offering Of Street Foods Of India
PAPAD & CONDIMENT
Crispy Lentil Flour Wafers, Tandoor Roasted, Condiments
SHIITAKE LEEK TIKKI
Shiitake Mushrooms, Yukon Golds, Leek, Goat Cheese
KOYLA KABAB
Tandoor-Roasted Chicken Thigh, House Chutneys
OCTOPUS TADKA
Octopus Tentacles, Southern Indian Spice Glaze
KARARA MURG APPT
Tandoor Grilled Chicken, Kashmiri Red Chili, Coriander Seeds, Sauteed Onions
GOBHI MANCHURIAN
Cauliflower Florets, Soy Tomato Glaze, Garlic
HOUSE SALAD
Field Greens, Granny Smith Apple, Cucumber, Pecan, Vinaigrette
TAWA SCALLOPS
Seared Scallops, Roasted Red Pepper Chutney, Asparagus
KURKURE BRUSSELS
Fried Brussels, Lightly Seasoned, Citrus, Chili Honey
EXTRA RICE SMALL
ACHAR
India's Savory Mixed "Pickle"
BOMBAY ALOO
Sauteed Potatoes, Hpuse Spice Blend, Onions, Bell Peppers
RAITA
Grated Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Yogurt, Cumin
GRILLED BROCCOLI
Lightly Seasoned Broccoli
FRENCH FRIES
LARGE RICE
GRILLED VEGETABLES
Lightly Seasoned Fresh Vegetables
ONION CHUTNEY
Diced Onion, Pureed Tomatoes, Vinegar, Mango Powder
MANGO CHUTNEY
Preserved Mangoes, Light Spice
TAMARIND CHUTNEY 8 OZ
MINT CHUTNEY 8 OZ
ASSORTED CONDIMENTS
Raita, Onion Chutney, Mango Chutney And Mint Chutney
MASALA SAUCE SMALL
Spiced Creamed Tomato Sauce
LARGE MASALA SAUCE
Spiced Creamed Tomato Sauce
YOGURT
ACCOMPANIMENTS
SPECIAL APPT
MALAI KEBAB APPT
Tandoori Chicken Breast, Saffron, Ginger, Chutneys
SAMOSA CHAAT
APPT TANDOORI SHRIMP
Tandoor Grilled Shrimps, House Chutneys
TARAPUR
Sauteed Garlic, Aromatic Spices
KALI MIRCH CHICKEN APPT
Black Pepper Spiced Tandoor Grilled Chicken Kababs
MIX PAKORA
Vegetable Fritters, Herb Spice Filling, House Chutney
TIKKI CHOLLE
PANEER PAKORA
Homemade Paneer Fritters, Spice-Herb Filling, Tamarind Sauce
GARLIC NAAN
Naan Bread Topped With Pressed Garlic & Fresh Herbs
LACHHA PARATHA
Layered Buttery Whole Wheat Bread
PALAK MALAI KULCHA
Naan Stuffed With Spinach & Goat Cheese
AMRITSARI KULCHA
Flaky, tandoor-baked bread stuffed with spiced potatoes, onions, and herbs
ROTI
Unleavened Whole Wheat Vegan Bread
MUSHROOM CHEESE KULCHA
Stuffed Naan, Feta Cheese, Red Pepper Jelly, Mushrooms
LAMB KEEMA KULCHA
Naan Stuffed With Minced Lamb, An Indian Classic
ALLO PRATHA
Whole wheat flatbread stuffed with spiced mashed potatoes
BUTTER CHICKEN KULCHA
Naan Stuffed With Butter Chicken, An Indian Classic
METHI PARATHA
Whole wheat flatbread infused with fresh fenugreek leaves and aromatic spices.
ASSORTED BREAD
Naan, Garlic Naan, & Aloo Kulcha
CHILI GARLIC NAAN
Tandoor-baked bread infused with roasted garlic and fiery green chili.
ONION KULCHA
Tandoor-baked bread stuffed with spiced onions and fresh herbs.
ONION CHILLI KULCHA
Tandoor-baked bread stuffed with spiced onions, green chilies, and fresh herbs.
FULKA
Light, puffed whole wheat bread
PANEER KULCHA
Tandoor-baked bread stuffed with spiced, crumbled paneer and aromatic herbs.
PESHWARI NAAN
Stuffed Naan, Coconut, Cashew, Maraschino Cherries
POORI
Fluffy, deep-fried whole wheat bread
NAAN
India’s Traditional White Flour Bread
BREADS
VEGETARIAN
DAL TARKA
Yellow Lentils Cooked With Ginger, Onion, Tomatoes, Curry Leaves
VEGETABLE KORMA
Vegetable Medley Simmered In A Light Aromatic Cream Sauce
VEGETABLE MALAI TADKA
Vegetable Medley, Creamy Mughlai Cashew Sauce, Punjabi Tadka
SHAHI PANEER
Homemade Indian Cheese, Creamy Sauce With Peppers and Onions
CHANA MASALA
Chickpeas And Diced Potatoes Cooked In The Popular Punjabi Style
ALLO MATAR
Potatoes, Green Peas, Punjabi Style Onion-Tomato Sauce With House Spice Blend And Aromatics
PALAK PANEER
Creamed Style Spinach With Homemade Indian Cheese
MAKHNI PANEER
Homemade Indian Cheese Simmered In A Creamed Tomato Sauce
SAAG
Punjabi Style Hearty Creamed Spinach And Green Mustard, Herbs, Ground Spices
PANEER KADAHI
Housemade Paneer, Aromatic Curry, Whole Roasted Spices, Ginger, Onions & Bell Peppers
ALLO GOBHI
Cauliflower Florets And Potatoes Cooked With A Flavorful Blend Of Herbs And Spices.
VEGETABLE KOZHAMBU
Vegetable Medley Simmered In Southern Indian Spiced Curry, Black Peppercorns, Coconut Milk
KOFTA ANARKALI
Vegetable Croquettes Served In Cashew-Garlic-Pomegranate Seeds Sauce
TOFU BRUSSELS KADAI
Brussel Sprouts, Tofu, Savory Homestyle Spice
DAL MAKHNI
Slow Simmered Black Lentils, Butter, Fresh Garlic, Ginger, Tomatoes
VEGETABLE MASALA
Vegetable Medley Simmered In Spiced Creamed Tomato Sauce
MATAR PANEER
Housemade Indian Cheese And Green Peas Simmered In A Creamed Tomato Sauce
MASALA SOY CHAAP
Soy Chaap, Creme, Roasted Spices, Dried Fenugreek Leaves
EGGPLANT BHARTHA
Tandoor Roasted Eggplant, Mashed, Sauteed Garlic, Punjabi Tadka
TOFU SUBZ ACHARI
Tofu, Tandoor Cooked Crunchy Vegetables, Pickling Spice Glaze
CORN MALAI METHI
Fresh Corn Kernels, Creamy Aromatic Curry Sauce, Fenugreek
GOAN VEGETABLE CURRY
Vegetable Medley Simmered In Light Coconut Based Southern Indian Curry
BHINDI AMCHOOR
Okra, Red Onions, Tomatoes, Ginger, Garlic, Mango Powder
PANEER TIKKA MASALA
Housemade Indian Cheese, Spiced Creamed Tomato Sauce
PANEER LAZZATDAR
Cilantro Marinated Housemade Indian Cheese Simmered In Aromatic Cashew Sauce
GOAT KARAHI
Goat Meat, Stewed On The Bone, Aromatic Curry, Spices, Ginger, Coriander Seeds, Onions, Bell Peppers
LAMB SAAG
Creamed Style Spinach With Lamb
LAMB KARAHI
Lamb, Aromatic Curry, Spices, Ginger, Coriander Seeds, Onions, Bell Peppers
LAMB GOAN CURRY
Lamb, Light Coconut Based Southern Indian Curry
LAMB LAZZATDAR
Cilantro Marinated Lamb, Simmered In Aromatic Cashew Sauce
LAMB VINDALOO
Lamb, Garlic - Vinegar Marinade, Chilies, Tomato, Hot & Spicy Sauce
SURF AND TURF CURRY
Grassfed Domestic Lamb, Tandoori Wild Salmon, Shrimps, Punjabi Style Onion-Tomato Sauce With House Spice Blend And Aromatics
LAMB SHANK
Slow Braised Lamb Shank, Roasted Spice Blend, A Peshawari Delicacy
LAMB MALAI MARKE
Lamb Morsels, Creamy Mughlai Cashew Sauce, Punjabi Tadka
PEPPERCORN MANGO LAMB
Tandoori Lamb Filet, Pink Peppercorn-Mango-Ginger Saute, Broccoli
LAMB CURRY
Lamb, Punjabi Style Onion-Tomato Sauce With House Spice Blend And Aromatics
LAMB BHUNA
Lamb, Whole Crushed Spices, Ginger, Onions, Bell Peppers
LAMB TIKKA MASALA
Tandoor Grilled Lamb, Spiced Creamed Tomato Sauce
PATIALA SHAHI LAMB HANDI
Lamb, Punjabi Spice Blend, Onions, Ginger, Garam Masala
LAMB ROGAN JOSH
Lamb, Anise-Clove-Mace Seasoned Kashmiri Curry
MAKHMALI LAMB
Lamb, Creme Fraiche, Fresh Tomatoes, Scallion, Ginger, Fenugreek
LAMB KOZHAMBU
Southern Indian Spiced Curry, Black Peppercorns, Coconut Milk
GOAT CURRY
Goat Meat, Stewed On The Bone In A Traditional Punjabi Style Curry
MEAT
POULTRY
CHICKEN KORMA
Chicken Simmered In A Light Aromatic Cashew Cream Sauce
CHICKEN GOAN CURRY
Stewed Chicken, Light Coconut Based Southern Indian Curry
CHICKEN CURRY
Chicken, Punjabi Style Onion-Tomato Sauce With House Spice Blend And Aromatics
CHICKEN MADRAS
Chicken, Madrasi Curry Powder, Coconut, Ginger, Curry Leaves
CHICKEN VINDALOO
Chicken, Garlic - Vinegar Marinade, Chilies, Tomato, Hot & Spicy Sauce
CHICKEN BHUNA
Sauteed Chicken, Coriander, Cumin, Nutmeg, Mace, Cloves
CHICKEN KALI MIRCH
Chicken, Black Pepper Spiced Punjabi Onion-Tomato Sauce
KHOYA APRICOT CHICKEN
Tandoor Grilled Chicken Breast, Apricot Creme
CHICKEN PESHAWRI
Chicken, Ginger, Garlic, Yogurt, Roasted Ground Spices
CHICKEN KARAHI
Chicken, Aromatic Sauce, Spices, Ginger, Coriander Seeds, Onions, Bell Peppers
JEERA CHICKEN
Roasted Cumin Spiced Chicken Curry
CHICKEN METHI
Chicken, Punjabi Spice, Fenugreek Sauce
CHICKEN KOZHAMBU
Chicken Southern Indian Spiced Curry, Black Peppercorns, Coconut Milk
CHICKEN DHABA HANDI
Chicken, Punjabi Spice Blend, Onions, Ginger, Garam Masala
BUTTER CHICKEN
Pulled Tandoori Chicken, Tomato-Fenugreek Sauce
CHICKEN SAAG
Creamed Style Spinach With Chicken
CHICKEN TIKKA PATIA
Tandoor Grilled Chicken, Mango - Ginger Glaze
CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA
Tandoor Grilled Chicken Breast, Spiced Creamed Tomato Sauce
CHICKEN LAZZATDAR
Cilantro Marinated Chicken, Simmered In Aromatic Cashew Cream Sauce
MURG JHINGA KHURMANI
Tandoor Grilled Chicken Breast & Shrimps, Apricot Creme
PEPPERCORN CHICKEN CURRY
Aromatic Chicken Curry Inspired By The Flavors Of Southern India
SALMON TIKKA
Salmon Fillet, North Indian Style Marinade, Seasonal Vegetables
MIXED GRILL
Assorted Tandoor Roasted Kababs, Seasonal Vegetables
KARARA MURG
Tandoor Grilled Chicken, Kashmiri Red Chili, Coriander Seeds, Sauteed Onions
PANEER VEGETABLE SHASHLIK
Tandoor Grilled Paneer Chunks And Fresh Vegetables, Yogurt Marinade
LAL MASALA KA PANEER
Tandoori Paneer & Vegetables, Nigella Seed & Onion-Chili Glaze
LAMB CHOPS
Rack Of Lamb Rubbed with Roasted Garlic, Spiced Potatoes & Spinach
MUGHLAI SHRIMP
Shrimp, Butter, Garlic, Black Pepper, Turmeric; Vegetable Pairing
SURF AND TURF CURRY
Grassfed Domestic Lamb, Tandoori Wild Salmon, Shrimps, Punjabi Style Onion-Tomato Sauce With House Spice Blend And Aromatics
TAND. CHICKEN TIKKA
Classic Chicken Tikka, Makhni Sauce, Seasonal Vegetables
CONTEMPORARY
White W 1701-1800
1704 GROVER VA BLANC
Grover Vineyards, Viognier, Vijay Amritraj, Reserve Collection, Nandi Hills, India 2016 Inspired by Vijay Amritraj’s legendary feats and iconic style of play, the Grover VA Collection exemplifies the finest India has to offer to the world. As inspiring as the man himself, the wine is inimitably diverse yet smooth to the palate and gracefully well rounded to deliver a rich experience of Indian terroir. This white wine is very elegant with the quintessence of peach, honey and dry apricot aromas as expected from finest Viognier wine with a floral nose and hints of vanilla notes from the French Oak integration. Awards Diamond at the India Wine Awards 2017 -Best Indian White Wine Gold at the Sakura Japan Women’s Wine Awards 2017. Commended at the Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2016.
1703 LA RESERVE WHITE
Grover Vineyards, Viognier / Sauvignon Blanc, La Reserve, Nandi Hills, India 2016 La Reserve has a powerful bouquet of luscious ripe red and black fruits with an exquisite hint of spice. It combines grace and splendour on the palate with chocolate, coffee beans and vanilla flavours. The finish is long, ample and almost magical. Steven Spurrier, the renowned wine expert from the famous English wine magazine Decanter rated La Reserve as the Best New world Wine during a tasting in Germany in August 2005. Awards Gold at the Asia Wine – The Silk Route Awards 2016. Bronze at the Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2016.
CHICKEN BIRYANI
Chicken, Basmati Rice, Seasoned With Saffron, Iris Water & Delicate Spices
VEGETABLE PULAO
SEAFOOD BIRYANI
Shrimp, Scallop, Salmon, Basmati Rice, Seasoned With Saffron, Iris Water & Delicate Spices
LAMB BIRYANI
Lamb, Basmati Rice, Seasoned With Saffron, Iris Water & Delicate Spices
GOAT BIRYANI
Goat Meat, Basmati Rice, Seasoned With Saffron, Iris Water & Delicate Spices
SHRIMP BIRYANI
Shrimp, Basmati Rice, Seasoned With Saffron, Iris Water & Delicate Spices
RICE PULAO
VEGETABLE BIRYANI
Vegetables, Basmati Rice, Seasoned With Saffron, Iris Water & Delicate Spices