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Basmati

Indian

Dinner·Menu updated Jul 20, 2026

Experiences Offered

Wine Pairing

From Deep Fryer

SamosaH

Homemade dough stuffed with beef, potato, green peas, flavored with Indian spices

Pakora

Battered vegetables served with green chutney

From our tandoor oven

Paneer Ka TikkaH

An exotic kebab of homemade cottage cheese

Sole Tikka Rampuri

Fish marinated of yogurt with spices

Murg Tikka

Tender chicken kebabs marinated in spiced yogurt

Barrah Kabab

Tender lamd marinated in yogurt and Indian spices

Basmati Specialties

Lamb Rogan JoshSP

Tender lamb simmered with curd and Kashmiri herbs and spices

Kori GassiSP

South Indian style chicken or lamb in fresh ground coconut, red chili and roasted coriander

Chicken Tikka MasalaSP

Char grilled chicken served in velvety tomato gravy enriched with cream

Vindalo Chicken, Lamb or BeefSP

Hot and tangy curry sauce specialty from Goa

Korma Chicken or Lamb

Cashew nut, poppy seed rich flavored, finish with fresh cream

Chicken KadhiSP

Chiken, green pepper, onion tempered with roasted blended spices

Explore the Handi

Daal BasmatiContains dairy and/or milk

Black lentils simmered overnight on slow fire enriched with cream

Daal TadkaH

Yellow lentils flavored with garlic and mustard seeds

Miloni SubjiH

Assorted vegetable cooked in Indian spices, tomato and onio thick gravy

Chole Haldi RamH

Chick peas tempered with carom seeds and special spices with tomato gravy

Paneer Capsicum MasalaH

Cheese, green pepper, tempered with cumin and blend with onio gravy

Rice

Side Sadha Chawal

Fluffy white long grained basmati rice steamed to perfection

Peas Pulao

Enhanced with cumin and green peas

Kasmirio Pulao

Finished with vegetable and dry nuts

Bread

Nan

Refined flour bread made in tandoor coated with: plain, cheese with coriander and chili or potato with ginger

Your choice of: plain, cheese with coriander and chili, or potato with ginger

Desserts

Seasonal Sorbets
Carrot Halva

Carrot pudding layered with almond cookies and seasonal fruits sauce

Coconut Mousse

With cashew nuts and orange sauce

Chocolate Mousse

Dark chocoate layered with phillo dough and pistachio sauce

Excellence Flame-Glazed Kulfi

Kulfi ice cream on grilled pineapple with flambé meringue and caramel sauce

Wine Pairing

Sommelier's Special Selection

Enjoy a delightful pairing of wines in every bite with a handpicked selection by our sommelier.

White Wine

Mexico · United States

SOPHIE, Chenin Blanc, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Aguascalientes 750ml
$100

Mexico

GHOST PINES, Chardonnay, California 750ml
$100

United States

Red Wine

Mexico · United States · France · Italy

CASA MADERO GRAN RESERVA, Shiraz, Valle de Parras 750ml
$115

Mexico

DUTCHER CROSSING, Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 750ml
$135

United States

JOEL GOTT, Pinot Noir, Oregon 750ml
$105

United States

ULTIMATE PROVANCE, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Côtes de Provence 750ml
$115

France

PAPALE ORO PRIMITIVO DI MANDURIA DOC, Primitivo, Puglia 750ml
$115

Italy

Legend

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Menu items and availability may change without notice. Please speak with your waiter about allergy and preparation options. For real-time info, always check the Excellence app directly.

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Common Questions About Basmati

Can Basmati accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions?
Yes. Let your waiter know about any allergies or dietary needs when you sit down. The kitchen at Basmati can accommodate most common dietary restrictions. Menu items with dietary tags (vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.) are marked where available.
Do I need to tip at Basmati?
Tipping is not required at Basmati, but it is recommended for great service. If you have questions about tipping etiquette, Alicean is happy to help provide guidance.

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