THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR MESSAGES.  WE LOOK FORWARD TO HOSTING YOU AGAIN IN THE FUTURE; HOWEVER, WE HAVE CURRENTLY CLOSED THIS LOCATION.  WE WILL KEEP YOU APPRISED VIA THE WWW.STANDARDINDIACHICAGO.COM WEBSITE WITH ANY ADDITIONAL UPDATES.


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Shorba & Shurwat (Soup & Appetizers)

Kadhi (V) / (GF)  Bowl.............................. $4.99

A bold yellow hue creamy soup with a tangy zip finish. 

 

 

Samosa (VG)......................................... $4.99

2 Mildly spiced potato, pea and special masala filled pockets, delicately fried and served with Pudina (Mint / Cilantro) and Imli (Tamarind) Chutneys (Sauces).

 

Samosa Chaat (V) ................................ $6.99

2 Mildly spiced potato, pea and special masala filled pockets topped with garbanzo beans, Pudina (Mint/Cilantro) Chutney, Imli (Tamarind) Chutney and Raita.

 

Masala Salad (VG) ...................... $3.99

A bold salad of cucumbers and onions spiced with Chaat Masala and Lemon Juice 

 

Vegetable Pakoras (VG) ...................... $5.99

Besan (Chick Pea) flour based vegetable fritters with mild spices.  Served with Pudina (Mint/Cilantro) and Imli (Tamarind) Chutneys Sauces).

 

Paneer Pakoras (V) .............................. $6.99

Delicately fried Paneer (Indian Cheese) based fritters. Served with Pudina (Mint/Cilantro) and Imli (Tamarind) Chutneys (Sauces).

 

Papadum (VG) .................................... .$3.99

2 Large crisp wafers made of lentil, flour and cumin seeds.

 

 

Dubaroti Sampler (V) .................................... .$9.99

An assortment of Onion Kulcha, Paneer Naan and Garlic Naan slices


 

 

Sabjis (Vegetable Entrees)

Basmati Rice (Included) With Every Entree

Spiced Cabbage (VG) / (GF) ..................... $10.99

A North Indian favorite.  Saute cabbage and peas cooked with a special regional blend of spices.

 

Aloo Gobi (VG) / (GF) .................................... $10.99

Fragrant cauliflower and potato prepared with turmeric, herbs and spices.

 

Rajma (VG) / (GF)  .................................$10.99

A flavorful bold red kidney bean tomato curry made with garam masala, fresh herbs and spices.

 

Lagpat - Malai Kofta (V) .................................... $12.99

Mildly spiced Paneer (cheese) and potato links, lightly fried and prepared with herbs in our chef's special sauce. Please allow 30 minutes for preparation.

 

Punjabi - Saag Paneer (V) .................................... $10.99

A North Indian favorite.  Saute spinach cooked with Sautee of spices and Paneer (Indian Cheese).

 

Janak Puri - Muttar Paneer (V) ................................ $10.99

Sweet peas and Paneer (Indian Cheese) in our special mildly spicy curry.

 

Patel Nagar - Chana Masala (VG) / (GF)............................ $10.99

Chick peas / garbanzo beans cooked with grated onions, spices and herbs. 

 

South Ex - Bengan Bhartha (VG) / (GF) .......................... $12.99

Baked eggplant mashed and prepared with saute tomatoes, onions and herbs.  Please allow 30 minutes for preparation.

 

 

 

Murgh (Chicken Entrees)

Basmati Rice (Included) With Every Entree

Murgh Makhani (NV).................................................................... $12.99

Tomato and cream Based curry dish of tender marinated boneless chicken made with delicate and flavorful spices.

 

Murgh Saag (NV)................................. $12.99

Succulent boneless chicken prepared with saute spinach, seasoned with ginger, garlic and mild spices.

 

Murgh Tikka (NV) / (GF) .............................. $12.99

Succulent boneless marinated chicken cubes skewered in the Tandoor and served with seasoned grilled onions.  Please allow 45 minutes to prepare.

 

Tandoori Murgh (NV) / (GF) ......................... $12.99

Juicy chicken thighs and legs marinated in yogurt, herbs and skewered over hot charcoal in the Tandoor.

 

Murgh Vindaloo (NV) / (GF) ........................ $12.99

Tender boneless chicken and potatoes in a spicy onion and garlic curry sauce.

 

Murgh Tikka Masala (NV)................ $12.99

Pre-marinated and Tandoori roasted white breast pieces prepared in a mild curry of herbs, yogurt and tomatoes.

 

 

 

 

Gosht (Lamb Entrees)

Basmati Rice (Included) With Every Entree

Gosht Vindaloo (NV) / (GF)..............................................$12.99

Tender boneless lamb cubes & potatoes prepared in a spicy curry.

 

Rogan Josh Gosht (NV) / (GF) .................. $12.99

Boneless lamb cubes cooked in a mild yet flavorful spicy tomato base curry.

 

Saag Gosht (NV) .............................. $12.99

Mildly spiced boneless lamb prepared with spinach. One of the most coveted lamb dishes.

 

 

Chawal (Rice Dishes)

White Long Grain Basmati Rice (VG) / (GF)............ $3.99

Aromatic Basmati Rice serves as a base to accompany any dish.

 

Saffron Peas Pilaf (VG) / (GF) ....................... $7.99

Flavorful, long grain Basmati rice, cooked with various herbs and green peas.

 

Gosht Pilaf (NV) / (GF) ............................ $12.99

Succulent boneless lamb prepared with herbs, spice and Basmati rice.

 

Murgh Pilaf (NV) ............................ $12.99

Tender marinated boneless chicken breast prepared with herbs, spices and Basmati rice.

 

 

SIR Grand Pilaf (NV) ............................ $12.99

A hearty rice dish consisting of a combination of Gosht, Murgh, and Vegetables prepared with long grain Basmati rice.

 

 

Vegetable Kashmiri Pilaf (V) / (GF) ............. $12.99

A hearty Basmati Rice dish sauted with a combination of fresh vegetables.

 

 

Roti (Breads)

Naan (V) ............................................... $3.99

A thick yet soft, leavened bread baked in the Tandoor.  A North Indian regional favorite.

 

Roti (VG) .............................................. $3.99

Leavened whole wheat flour baked bread. A traditional bread to be enjoyed with Sabjis (2pcs).

 

Bhatura (V) ........................................ $5.99

Whole wheat flour bread deep fried in the Kadhaii (Traditional cooking ware).

 

Onion Kulcha (V) ................................. $6.99

A thick yet soft, leavened bread baked in the Tandoor, filled with saute onions and cilantro.

 

Aloo Naan (V) ...................................... $6.99

A soft leavened bread baked in the Tandoor, filled with seasoned potatoes.

 

Paneer Naan (V) .................................. $7.99

Our traditional Naan filled with Indian Paneer(Cheese).

 

Garlic Naan (V) .....................................$6.99

Our famous Naan stuffed with finely chopped garlic.

 

Parantha (VG) ...................................... $4.99

Leavened bread of whole wheat flour lightly fried in butter. 

A golden finish from the outside with a soft light texture on the inside.

 

Gosht (Lamb) Naan (NV) ................... $7.99

A thick yet soft, leavened bread baked in the Tandoor, filled with lamb pieces and fresh herbs.

 

Aloo Parantha (VG) .............................. $5.99

Stuffed leavened bread of whole wheat flour filled with saute potatoes.

 

 

Pura (VG) / (GF)  .............................. $7.99

A hearty flat bread made with ground chick-pea flour, herbs and seasonings.

 

 

Chutneys (Accompaniments)

Dhai Raita (V) / (GF) ...................................... $3.99

A creamy yogurt dressing prepared with cucumbers, cilantro, onions and mint.

 

Pudina Chutney (VG) / (GF) ........................... $3.99

A fragrant fresh cilantro and mint sauce.

 

Imli Tamarind Chutney (VG) / (GF) ........................$3.99

A bold sweet Tamarind and brown sugar based sauce.

 

 

Achar Pickle (VG) / (GF) ........................$3.99

A tart spicy salty pickle relish made  with a combination of mango, lemons, onions and seasonings.

 

 

Mirch Masala (VG) / (GF) ........................$3.99

A bold spicy red pepper blend to add heat.  Attorney prepared limited liability waiver required.

 

 

Dhai Yogurt (V) / (GF) ........................$3.99

A low-fat thick plain yogurt to cool down spicy entrees

 

Mithai (Desserts)

 

Gulab Jamun (V) .................................. $3.99

2 very rich lightly fried dough balls made with milk dipped in a dense syrup.

 

Kheer (V) .............................................. $3.99

A rice pudding dessert made from basmati rice, milk, sugar,

raisins and rose water.

 

 

Tanda & Garam Panis (Hot & Cold Beverages)

Hot or Iced Indian Coffee (V) / (VG) / (GF) ....................... $2.00

Hot or Iced aromatic Indian coffee blend

 

Iced Tea (VG) / (GF) ...................................... $2.00

Refreshing iced black tea

 

Black Indian Tea (V) / (VG) .......................... $2.00

Hot black tea

 

Sweet Lassi (V) ................................... $3.99

Sweet rich yogurt and milk drink

 

Rose Lassi (V) ...................................... $3.99

Sweet rich yogurt, milk and rosewater drink

 

Mango Juice (VG)  / (GF)................................ $3.99

Delicious mango juice

 

Hot or Iced Indian Chai (V) / (GF)......................... $2.00

Iced or Hot creamy Indian Tea

 

Iced Indian Chai (V) / (VG)................. $2.00

Iced creamy or non-creamy Indian Tea

 

Salty Namak Lassi (V) .................................. $3.99

Cool salty yogurt and milk drink

 

Mango Lassi (V) .................................... $3.99

Velvety mango, yogurt and milk drink

 

Coca-Cola Classic / Diet Coke (VG)  / (GF) ............... $2.00

The classic sodas

 

Sprite (VG) / (GF) ........................................... $2.00

Caffeine-Free Soda

 

 

 

 

VG = Vegan | V = Vegetarian | NV = Non-Vegetarian | GF = Gluten Free

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