Authentic Indian Cuisine in Cambridge, MA

A Culinary Journey Through India Awaits
at Passage to India

Welcome, fellow food enthusiasts, to Passage to India! We’re thrilled to take you on a delicious adventure through the vibrant flavors and aromas of Indian cuisine. Our Indian restaurant‘s menu boasts a vast selection of dishes, each prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients and bursting with the traditional spices that define Indian cooking. So whether you’re a seasoned explorer of Indian flavors or just starting your culinary voyage, we have something to tantalize your taste buds.  Let’s delve into the delectable offerings that await you.

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Start Your Experience with
Tantalizing Appetizers

Set the stage for your culinary adventure with our enticing appetizer selection. From vegetarian delights to crispy fried treats, we have options to satisfy every craving.

Vegetarian Temptations:  Embark on a flavor explosion with our Samosas, crispy fried pastries filled with savory potato and pea masala.  Our Vegetable Pakoras offer a lighter option, featuring bite-sized vegetable fritters dipped in a chickpea batter.

Meat and Seafood Delights: Dive into succulent flavors with our Chicken Pakoras, marinated chicken pieces dipped in chickpea batter and fried golden brown. Craving seafood?  Our Prawn Pakoras offer a delightful alternative, featuring juicy prawns encased in a crispy batter.

Accompany Your Meal with
Flavorful Sides and Condiments

No Indian dining experience is complete without the perfect accompaniments. Our selection of sides and condiments adds depth and dimension to your culinary journey.

Flavorful Rice Specialties:  Complement your curry with our aromatic rice dishes. The fluffy Basmati Rice is a classic choice, while the Vegetable Biryani offers a more vibrant option, featuring rice layered with vegetables and spices.

Essential Condiments: Enhance your meal with our selection of chutneys and raita. The cool and refreshing Cucumber Raita provides a delightful counterpoint to spicy curries, while our flavorful chutneys, like the tangy Mint Chutney and the fiery Red Chili Chutney, add a burst of flavor.

Warm Up with a Traditional Soup

Start your meal with a comforting and flavorful soup. Our Mulligatawny Soup, a lentil-based soup flavored with curry leaves and coconut milk, is a classic Indian choice.

Light and Refreshing Salads

For a lighter option, explore our selection of vibrant salads. The Cucumber Raita Salad offers a refreshing blend of cucumber, yogurt, and spices, while the Chickpea Salad provides a protein-packed option.

Pair Your Meal with
Authentic Indian Breads

Indian breads are an essential part of the dining experience, used to scoop up curries and relishes. We offer a variety of options to suit your preference:

Soft and Pillowy Naan: Our fluffy Plain Naan is a crowd-pleaser, while the Garlic Naan adds a delightful garlicky touch.

Flaky and Layered Paratha: For a more substantial option, try our Aloo Paratha, a flatbread stuffed with spiced potatoes.

Explore the Vibrant Flavors of Chaat

Our Chaat menu features a selection of delightful Indian street food dishes, perfect for a quick bite or a shared appetizer.

Samosa Chaat: A delightful combination of our crispy samosas, topped with chickpeas, yogurt, chutneys, and spices.

Dahi Bhalla: Bite-sized lentil dumplings bathed in creamy yogurt, sweet and savory chutneys, and topped with crunchy fried onions.

Indulge in our Passage to India
Dinner Specials

Our Passage to India Dinner Specials offer a curated selection of our most popular dishes, perfect for a complete and satisfying meal.  These specials feature a choice of entree, rice, and naan, allowing you to explore the diverse flavors of Indian cuisine.

Vegetarian Delights Await

For our vegetarian friends, we offer a vibrant selection of plant-based dishes brimming with flavor. Explore curries like the creamy Malai Kofta, featuring vegetable dumplings in a rich cashew-based sauce, or the hearty Navratan Korma, a vegetable medley cooked in a flavorful gravy.

Savor Succulent Chicken Specialties

Chicken lovers, rejoice! Our menu boasts a variety of tantalizing chicken dishes cooked in aromatic Indian spices. Sample the classic Butter Chicken, featuring tender chicken pieces in a creamy tomato sauce, or embark on a spicier journey with the Chicken Vindaloo, a fiery curry sure to tantalize your taste buds. All chicken dishes are prepared with Halal meat.

Discover the Delicacy of Goat Curry

For a truly unique culinary adventure, try our Goat Curry. This flavorful dish features tender goat meat slow-cooked in a rich and aromatic curry sauce, offering a distinctive taste and texture.  Our goat curry is also prepared with Halal meat.

Explore Aromatic Lamb Specialties

Experience the rich and flavorful world of lamb curries. Our Lamb Rogan Josh features tender lamb pieces cooked in a deep and flavorful gravy, while the Lamb Saagwala offers a unique combination of lamb cooked with spinach and fragrant spices. All lamb dishes are prepared with Halal meat.

Savor the Bounty of the Sea

Seafood enthusiasts will delight in our selection of seafood curries. The Prawn Masala features succulent prawns cooked in a vibrant tomato and onion-based sauce, while the Fish Curry offers a lighter and more delicate option.

Embrace Healthy Eating with
Tandoori Specialties

Our Eat Healthy Tandoori Specialties highlight the health benefits of tandoor cooking.  Tandoori dishes are marinated and then cooked in a clay oven, resulting in flavorful and tender meats with a beautiful char. Explore options like the Tandoori Chicken, marinated in yogurt and spices, or the Tandoori Fish, offering a lighter and delicious seafood alternative.  All Tandoori specialties are prepared with Halal meat.

Complete Your Meal with Perfect Rice Specialties

No Indian meal is complete without the perfect rice accompaniment. We offer a variety of flavorful rice dishes to complement your curries.

Basmati Rice: The quintessential Indian rice, fluffy and long-grained, providing a neutral base for your curries.

Vegetable Biryani: A layered rice dish featuring vegetables, spices, and meat (optional), offering a more vibrant and flavorful accompaniment.

Jeera Rice: Cumin-flavored rice, adding a warm and earthy touch to your meal.

Indulge in the
Sweet Symphony of Desserts

End your culinary journey on a sweet note with our selection of traditional Indian desserts.

Gulab Jamun: Deep-fried dough balls soaked in a fragrant rosewater syrup, offering a melt-in-your-mouth sweetness.

Gajar ka Halwa: A rich and creamy carrot pudding, flavored with nuts and spices.

Kulfi: A dense and flavorful Indian ice cream, available in a variety of traditional flavors like mango and pistachio.

Passage to India
A Culinary Journey Awaits

We at Passage to India invite you to embark on a delicious exploration of Indian cuisine. So whether you’re a seasoned foodie or a curious beginner, our menu offers something for everyone. From tantalizing appetizers to flavorful curries and decadent desserts, we promise a dining experience that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of India. So don’t wait: visit us today and embark on your Passage to India with us in Cambridge, MA today!

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