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Melbourne's finest chefs.

Proudly serving Cranbourne since 1995

A Taste ofAuthentic India

Now Offering Home Delivery

Experience the rich flavours and warm hospitality of traditional Indian cuisine, crafted by one of Melbourne's finest chefs — dine in, take away, or have it delivered to your door.

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Our Specials

Signature Offerings

Premium Feast

The Deluxe

$155.50$130
Save $25.50
Entrée: Chicken Tikka (2pcs), Tandoori Chicken (2pcs), Seekh Kebab (2pcs), Barrah Kebab (2pcs)
Mains: Butter Chicken, Lamb Korma, Beef Madras, Aloo Gobi
Sides: 3 x Saffron Rice, 2 x Butter Roti, 2 x Butter Naan, 2 x Garlic Naan, Raita, Pappadums (4pcs) and 1 x 1.25L Coke
Best Value

Family Pack

$111$90
Save $21
Entrée: Veg Pakora (4pcs), Tandoori Chicken (4pcs)
Mains: Butter Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh, Veg Korma
Sides: 2 x Saffron Rice, 2 x Butter Naan, 2 x Garlic Naan, Raita and Pappadums (4pcs)
Popular

Gold Pack

$73$62
Save $11
Entrée: Chicken Tikka (4pcs)
Mains: Butter Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh
Sides: 1 x Large Saffron Rice, 2 x Butter Naan and Raita
Lunch Specials

Daily Lunch Offerings

Non-Veg Thali — Butter Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh, Rice, Naan, Raita, Salad $21.50
Veg Thali — Paneer Butter Masala, Dal Makhani, Rice, Butter Naan, Raita, Salad $21.50
Lunch Pack — Choice of Chicken/Beef/Lamb/Vegie Curry and Rice $14.00
Channa Bhatura — Spiced chickpeas with traditional fried bread $18.50

* Prices may change without notice

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Our Story

A Legacy Rooted in Tradition

The word Ajanta is originated from the famous 2nd Century Ajantha Caves of India. These caves truly represent rich and diversified Indian culture.

We at Ajanta Restaurant take pride to represent our rich culture and tradition of great Indian hospitality. Our Chef/Owner is a well known personality among the Indian Restaurant Community and is one of the finest Indian Chefs of Melbourne.

We make our menu as per our customer's choice — at any point during your visit, you may ask for your preference (Mild / Medium / Hot) for your dishes.

“

Great food, amazing Chicken Tikka Masala and an awesome atmosphere! The individual who owns this restaurant knows what they are doing!

— Bill Hollet

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We'd Love to See You

Find Us

163 Sladen Street

Cranbourne VIC 3977

Call

(03) 5996 7455 0424 874 238

Functions & party bookings welcome

Hours

Mon Closed Tue – Fri 11:30am – 2:00pm & 5:00 – 9:30pm Sat – Sun 5:00pm – 9:30pm

Ajanta Indian Restaurant

Dining Menu

All main courses cooked to your taste — mild, medium or hot

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Entrée — Vegetarian

1. Vegetable Samosa
Homemade pastry filled with spiced potatoes, green peas, and authentic herbs. (2 pieces)
$10.00
2. Vegetable Pakora
Spinach, cauliflower, onions, and potato fritters dipped in a traditional chickpea batter and deep-fried. (4 pieces)
$10.00
3. Onion Bhaji
Crispy onion fritters battered in a traditional, spiced chickpea flour and deep-fried until golden. (4 pieces)
$10.00
4. Woodland Mushroom
Woodland mushrooms marinated in yoghurt and spices, roasted in the clay oven. (4 pieces)
$15.50
5. Paneer Tikka
Cottage cheese marinated in rich yoghurt, herbs, and spices, roasted in the clay oven. (4 pieces)
$17.50
6. Paneer Pakora
Sliced cottage cheese dipped in chickpea batter and deep-fried until golden. (4 pieces)
$17.50
7. Ajanta Vegetable Platter
Speciality of the house. 2pcs Paneer Tikka, 2pcs Woodland Mushrooms, 2pcs Onion Bhaji & 2pcs Veg Pakora.
$26.50

Entrée — Non-Vegetarian

8. Meat Samosa
Homemade pastry filled with meat, green peas, and authentic herbs. (2 pieces)
$11.50
9. Seekh Kebab
Minced lamb blended with traditional spices, skewered and roasted to perfection in the clay oven. (4 pieces)
$17.50
10. Chicken Tikka
Boneless chicken marinated in yoghurt and traditional spices, roasted in the tandoor. (4 pieces)
$18.00
11. Reshmi Kebab
Juicy minced chicken seasoned with traditional spices, skewered and roasted in the clay oven. (4 pieces)
$17.50
12. Tandoori Chicken
Bone-in chicken marinated in yoghurt and robust spices, roasted in the clay oven.
Half $17.00 · Full $30.00
13. Barrah Kebab
Lean Lamb cutlets marinated in yoghurt, spices and cooked in clay oven. (4 pieces)
$22.50
14. Ajanta Tandoori Sizzler
Speciality of the house. 2 pcs Seekh Kebab, 2pcs Chicken Tikka, 2pcs Tandoori Chicken & 2pcs Barrah Kebab.
$35.00

Seafood Entrée

15. Fish Tikka
Rockling Fish marinated in yoghurt, ginger, garlic, spices and cooked in the clay oven. (4 pieces)
$23.00
16. Fish Pakora
Rockling Fish marinated with ginger, garlic, dipped in chickpea flour and deep fried. (4 pieces)
$23.00
17. Tandoori Prawns
Prawns marinated in yoghurt, spices, cooked in clay oven and served on a sizzling plate. (6 pieces)
$24.00

Main Courses — Seafood

All main courses cooked to your taste

18. Butter Fish or Prawn
Prawn/Fish simmered in a creamy, velvety makhani sauce, delicately spiced and full of flavour.
$24.00
19. Fish or Prawn Curry
Fillets of rockling fish or prawns cooked with exotic herbs and traditional spices.
$24.00
20. Fish or Prawn Malabar
Prawns/Fish cooked in a rich South Indian style curry with coconut cream and aromatic spices. A dish inspired by the coastal flavours of the Malabar region.
$24.00
21. Fish or Prawn Madras
Fish/Prawns simmered with fresh curry leaves, mustard seeds, spices, and smooth coconut cream.
$24.00
22. Prawn Jalfrezi
Prawns cooked with onions, capsicum, tomatoes and aromatic spices in a rich, tangy curry sauce. A vibrant, medium-spiced dish full of flavour.
$24.00
23. Fish or Prawn Vindaloo
A Goan favourite—Prawns/Fish simmered in a fiery, tangy sauce with combination of vinegar and traditional spices and chilli. (Treat for the spice lovers)
$24.00

Main Courses — Chicken

24. Butter Chicken
All time favourite. Boneless chicken cooked in the oven then simmered in a rich tomato base sauce.
$20.00
25. Chicken Jhalfrezi
Chicken cooked with onions, capsicum, tomatoes and aromatic spices in a rich, tangy curry sauce.
$20.00
26. Chilli Chicken
Chicken cooked with capsicums, onions, and our chef's signature spice blend.
$20.00
27. Chicken Madras
Chicken cooked to perfection with mustard seeds, smooth coconut cream, and aromatic spices.
$20.00
28. Chicken Rogan Josh
Chicken slow-cooked with a blend of aromatic herbs and traditional spices.
$20.00
29. Methi Malai Chicken
Chicken and methi (fenugreek) gently simmered in a rich, creamy sauce.
$20.00
30. Chicken Korma
Chicken slow-cooked in a luxurious, creamy cashew gravy enriched with mild spices.
$20.00
31. Chicken Tikka Masala
Tandoor-roasted marinated chicken tossed in a robust tomato-based sauce with fresh diced onions and capsicums.
$20.00
32. Chicken Malabar
Chicken cooked in a rich South Indian style curry with coconut cream, and aromatic spices. A dish inspired by the coastal flavours of the Malabar region.
$20.00
33. Mango Chicken
Tender chicken simmered in a creamy mango-infused curry, perfectly balanced with sweet and mild spices.
$20.00
34. Kadai Chicken
A North Indian favourite—chicken tossed with capsicum, onions and aromatic spices in a rich, semi-dry gravy.
$20.00
35. Chicken Saag
Boneless chicken perfectly blended with freshly pureed spinach and aromatic spices.
$20.00
36. Chicken Do Piaza
Chicken cooked with diced onions and authentic spices in an onion gravy.
$20.00
37. Methi Chicken
Boneless chicken cooked with Kastoori Meethi (Fenugreek) with the Chef's special spices.
$20.00
38. Chicken Vindaloo
A Goan favourite—chicken simmered in a fiery, tangy sauce with combination of vinegar and traditional spices and chilli. (Treat for the spice lovers)
$20.00

Main Courses — Lamb

39. Lamb Rogan Josh
A classic Kashmir valley specialty featuring diced lamb slow-cooked with a blend of aromatic herbs and traditional spices.
$21.00
40. Lamb Bhuna
Tender lamb cooked with capsicum and onions in a rich, onion-based gravy, infused with aromatic spices.
$21.00
41. Lamb Korma
Diced lamb simmered in a rich, velvety sauce made with cashew paste, cream, and delicate spices.
$21.00
42. Lamb Saag
Tender diced lamb simmered with a smooth spinach purée and a touch of cream.
$21.00
43. Lamb Do Piaza
Diced lamb cooked with plenty of diced onions and authentic spices in a rich onion gravy.
$21.00
44. Lamb Madras
Diced lamb cooked to perfection with fresh curry leaves, mustard seeds, and smooth coconut cream.
$21.00
45. Kadai Lamb
Diced lamb cooked in an onion-based sauce with fresh capsicums, onions, and an array of warm spices.
$21.00
46. Lamb Vindaloo
A Goan favourite—Lamb simmered in a fiery, tangy sauce with combination of vinegar and traditional spices and chilli. (Treat for the spice lovers)
$21.00

Main Courses — Beef

47. Beef Korma
Tender diced beef simmered in a rich, creamy sauce made with cashew paste and delicate spices.
$21.00
48. Beef Rogan Josh
Tender diced beef slow-cooked with a blend of aromatic herbs and traditional spices.
$21.00
49. Beef Saag
Diced beef blended to perfection with a puree of fresh spinach and a touch of cream.
$21.00
50. Bhuna Beef
Tender diced beef cooked with capsicum and onions in a rich, onion-based gravy, infused with aromatic spices.
$21.00
51. Beef Madras
A south Indian classic — tender Beef cooked in a rich, spicy tomato and onion gravy with aromatic South Indian spices. A bold, medium spiced curry.
$21.00
52. Kadai Beef
Diced beef cooked in an onion-based sauce with fresh capsicums, onions, and an array of warm spices.
$21.00
53. Beef Vindaloo
A Goan favourite — Tender Beef simmered in a fiery, tangy sauce with combination of vinegar and traditional spices and chilli. (Treat for the spice lovers)
$21.00

Main Courses — Goat (on the bone)

54. Goat Curry
Diced goat slow-cooked with a robust blend of aromatic herbs and Indian spices.
$21.00
55. Goat Masala
Tender diced goat cooked in a rich masala sauce with fresh capsicums, onions, and spices.
$21.00
56. Goat Saag
Diced goat perfectly blended with freshly pureed spinach.
$21.00
57. Goat Madras
A south Indian classic — diced goat cooked to perfection with fresh curry leaves, mustard seeds, and smooth coconut cream.
$21.00
58. Goat Do Piaza
Diced goat cooked with plenty of diced onions and authentic spices in a rich onion gravy.
$21.00
59. Goat Vindaloo
A Goan favourite — Goat simmered in a fiery, tangy sauce with combination of vinegar and traditional spices and chilli. (Treat for the spice lovers)
$21.00

Main Courses — Vegetarian

60. Paneer Butter Masala
Soft cottage cheese cubes cooked in a mouth-watering onion and tomato gravy, finished with a touch of onion and capsicum.
$19.00
61. Paneer Makhani
Soft cottage cheese cubes gently simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce.
$19.00
62. Kadai Paneer
Soft cottage cheese tossed with fresh capsicums, onions, and a vibrant blend of exotic spices.
$19.00
63. Palak Paneer
Soft cottage cheese simmered in a rich, spiced spinach gravy.
$19.00
64. Shahi Paneer
Soft cottage cheese cubes slow-cooked in a luxurious, creamy cashew gravy.
$19.00
65. Mattar Paneer
Soft cottage cheese cubes cooked with sweet green peas in a rich masala sauce.
$19.00
66. Paneer Tikka Masala
Tandoor-roasted cottage cheese tossed in a rich, aromatic masala sauce with onions and capsicum.
$21.00
67. Methi Malai Paneer
Soft cottage cheese and fenugreek gently simmered in a rich, creamy sauce.
$21.00
68. Paneer Do Piaza
Cottage cheese cooked with plenty of diced onions and authentic spices in a rich onion gravy.
$21.00
69. Aloo Methi
Tender boiled potatoes slow-cooked with fenugreek in a rich, creamy sauce.
$19.00
70. Aloo Mattar
A comforting dish of tender boiled potatoes cooked with green peas.
$19.00
71. Aloo Gobi
A classic stir-fry of fresh cauliflower and potatoes, seasoned with traditional Indian spices.
$19.00
72. Aloo Saag
Tender boiled potatoes blended to perfection with freshly pureed spinach and a touch of cream.
$19.00
73. Aloo Zeera
Tender boiled potatoes cooked with fresh tomatoes and aromatic cumin seeds.
$19.00
74. Mushroom Mattar
Mushrooms and green peas cooked with a blend of authentic herbs and spices.
$19.00
75. Methi Malai Mattar
Methi (fenugreek) and green peas gently simmered in a rich, creamy sauce.
$19.00
76. Malai Kofta
Delicate cheese and potato dumplings blended with nuts, simmered in a rich and creamy sauce.
$19.00
77. Palak Kofta
Delicate cheese and potato dumplings blended with nuts, simmered in a smooth, vibrant spinach gravy infused with aromatic spices.
$19.00
78. Mix Vegetable
A vibrant mix of seasonal fresh vegetables cooked with authentic herbs and spices.
$19.00
79. Vegetable Korma
Seasonal fresh vegetables slow-cooked in a luxurious, creamy cashew nut sauce.
$19.00
80. Vegetable Madras
Seasonal fresh vegetables cooked to perfection with mustard seeds and smooth coconut cream.
$19.00
81. Vegetable Makhani
Seasonal fresh vegetables gently simmered in a rich, velvety tomato-based sauce.
$19.00
82. Chana Masala
Chickpeas cooked in a rich, spiced onion-based gravy.
$19.00
83. Eggplant Masala
Tender eggplant cooked with fresh capsicums, onions, potatoes, and authentic herbs and spices.
$19.00
84. Pumpkin Masala
Comforting mashed butternut pumpkin cooked with a blend of authentic herbs and spices.
$19.00
85. Bhindi Masala
Diced okra pan-fried with onions and tomatoes, finished with aromatic Indian spices.
$20.00
86. Dal Makhani
A rich and hearty dish of slow-cooked lentils and red kidney beans, finished in a creamy sauce.
$18.00
87. Dal Tarka
A rich and hearty dish of slow-cooked lentils and red kidney beans, finished in a creamy sauce.
$18.00

Indo-Chinese

88. Vegetable Fried Rice
A vibrant mix of stir-fried vegetables tossed with premium basmati rice.
$14.00
89. Chicken Fried Rice
Tender chicken pieces and egg wok-tossed with premium basmati rice.
$16.00
90. Vegetable Manchurian
Golden vegetable dumplings cooked with fresh capsicums and onions in a savoury soy-based sauce.
$19.00
91. Chilli Paneer
Crispy fried cottage cheese cubes tossed with diced capsicums and onions in a fiery soy-based sauce.
$20.00
92. Chilli Chicken
Crispy chicken stir-fried with diced onions and capsicum in a bold, fiery soy-based sauce.
$21.00
93. Chicken Manchurian
Crispy chicken tossed in a rich, savoury garlic-soy sauce with chopped onions and capsicum.
$21.00

Rice & Biryani

94. Saffron Rice
Indian basmati rice cooked with a delicate dash of saffron.
$6.00
95. Peas Rice
Fluffy basmati rice cooked with green peas.
$7.50
96. Jeera Rice
Fragrant basmati rice tempered with aromatic cumin seeds.
$7.50
97. Coconut Rice
Fragrant basmati rice cooked with fresh curry leaves, coconut, and mustard seeds.
$8.50
98. Vegetable Pulao
Basmati rice cooked with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices.
$13.50
99. Vegetable Biryani
A vibrant mix of fresh vegetables slow-cooked with premium basmati rice and aromatic biryani spices.
$17.50
100. Chicken Biryani
Tender chicken pieces slow-cooked with premium basmati rice and an authentic blend of biryani spices.
$19.00
101. Biryani (Lamb, Beef or Goat)
Your choice of tender meat slow-cooked with premium basmati rice and aromatic biryani spices.
$20.00

Tandoori Bread

Served fresh from the tandoor

102. Butter Roti
Traditional wholemeal bread baked fresh in the tandoor and brushed with butter.
$4.00
103. Garlic Roti
Traditional wholemeal bread baked fresh in the tandoor and finished with a touch of garlic.
$4.50
104. Butter Naan
Fine plain flour bread baked fresh in the tandoor and brushed with butter.
$4.00
105. Garlic Naan
Freshly baked plain flour bread finished with a touch of garlic.
$4.50
106. Laccha Paratha
A multi-layered, flaky wholemeal bread baked fresh in the tandoor.
$6.00
107. Aloo Paratha
Wholemeal bread stuffed with potatoes and fresh herbs.
$7.00
108. Onion Kulcha
Soft plain flour bread filled with finely chopped onions and fresh herbs.
$7.00
109. Kashmiri Naan
Soft plain flour bread stuffed with a rich blend of dried fruits and nuts.
$7.00
110. Masala Kulcha
Soft plain flour bread filled with a spiced mixture of potatoes, cottage cheese, and onions.
$7.50
111. Cheese Naan
Plain flour bread stuffed with a rich, melting cheese filling.
$7.00
112. Garlic Cheese Naan
Plain flour bread stuffed with melting cheese and finished with garlic.
$7.50
113. Chilli Cheese Naan
Plain flour bread stuffed with cheese and chilli flakes, offering a spicy and savory bite.
$7.50
114. Keema Naan
Soft plain flour bread stuffed with seasoned lamb mince and authentic spices.
$7.50
115. Chicken Naan
Soft plain flour bread stuffed with seasoned, finely diced tandoori chicken.
$7.50

Accompaniments

116. Pappadums (4 pcs)
$4.00
117. Raita
$6.00
118. Mix Salad
$8.00
119. Onion Salad
$6.50
120. Mixed Pickle
$4.00
121. Chutney (Mint, Tamarind)
$3.50
122. Mango Chutney
$4.00

Desserts

123. Gulab Jamun
Warm, sweet milk dumplings soaked in a fragrant sugar syrup.
$7.50
124. Pistachio Kulfi
Traditional dense Indian ice cream flavoured with rich pistachios.
$7.50
125. Vanilla Ice Cream
$7.00
126. Gajar Halwa
A warm, comforting Indian carrot pudding slow-cooked with milk and nuts.
$8.00

Ajanta Indian Restaurant

Takeaway Menu

Home delivery available · Min order $35 · Delivery fee $5 (under 4km)

Order Direct

Call to place a takeaway order

(03) 5996 7455 0424 874 238

Entrée — Vegetarian

1. Vegetable Samosa
Homemade pastry filled with spiced potatoes, green peas and authentic spices.
$8.50
2. Vegetable Pakora
Spinach, cauliflower, onions and potato fritters dipped in traditional chickpea batter and deep fried.
$8.50
3. Onion Bhaji
Crispy onion fritters battered in a traditional, spiced chickpea flour and deep-fried until golden.
$8.50
4. Woodland Mushroom
Woodland mushrooms marinated in seasoned yoghurt and spices, roasted in the clay oven.
$14.50
5. Paneer Tikka
Cottage cheese marinated in rich yoghurt, herbs and spices, roasted in the clay oven.
$16.00
6. Paneer Pakora
Sliced cottage cheese dipped in a spiced chickpea batter and deep-fried until golden.
$16.00
7. Ajanta Vegetable Platter
The ultimate vegetarian house speciality. 2pcs Paneer Tikka, 2pcs Mushrooms, 2pcs Onion Bhaji and 2pcs Veg Pakora.
$23.50

Entrée — Non-Vegetarian

8. Meat Samosa
Homemade pastry generously filled with spiced meat, green peas and authentic spices.
$10.00
9. Seekh Kebab
Minced lamb blended with traditional spices, skewered and roasted to perfection in the clay oven.
$15.50
10. Reshmi Kebab
Juicy minced chicken seasoned with traditional spices, skewered and roasted in the clay oven.
$15.50
11. Chicken Tikka
Boneless chicken marinated in yoghurt and traditional spices, roasted in the tandoor.
$16.00
12. Tandoori Chicken
Bone-in chicken marinated in yoghurt and robust spices, roasted in the clay oven.
Half $15.00 · Full $26.50
13. Barrah Kebab
Lean, tender lamb cutlets marinated in seasoned yoghurt and spices, cooked in the tandoor.
$21.00
14. Ajanta Tandoori Sizzler
The ultimate house speciality. 2pcs Seekh Kebab, 2pcs Chicken Tikka, 2pcs Tandoori Chicken and 2pcs Barrah Kebab.
$30.00
15. Fish Tikka
Rockling fish fillets marinated in yoghurt, ginger, garlic and spices, roasted in the clay oven.
$22.00
16. Fish Pakora
Rockling fish fillets marinated with ginger and garlic, coated in chickpea flour and deep-fried until golden.
$22.00
17. Tandoori Prawn
Premium black tiger prawns marinated in yoghurt and spices, cooked to perfection in the clay oven.
$23.00

Main Courses — Seafood

18. Fish or Prawn Curry
Fillets of rockling fish or prawns cooked with exotic herbs and traditional spices.
$22.00
19. Fish or Prawn Malabar
A regional specialty cooked with fresh curry leaves and green peas in a rich coconut gravy.
$22.00
20. Fish or Prawn Madras
Seafood simmered with fresh curry leaves, mustard seeds, spices and smooth coconut cream.
$22.00
21. Prawn Jalfrezi
Prawns sautéed with fresh onions, capsicums in a tangy sauce.
$22.00
22. Fish or Prawn Vindaloo
A famous Goan curry cooked with a fiery combination of vinegar, coconut, fresh chillies and spices.
$22.00

Main Courses — Chicken

23. Butter Chicken
Our all-time crowd favourite featuring roasted boneless chicken gently simmered in a rich, velvety tomato-based sauce.
$18.50
24. Chicken Jalfrezi
Boneless chicken sautéed with fresh onions, capsicums in a tangy sauce.
$18.50
25. Chilli Chicken
Chicken cooked with capsicums, onions, and our chef's signature spice blend.
$18.50
26. Chicken Madras
Chicken cooked to perfection with mustard seeds, smooth coconut cream, and aromatic spices.
$18.50
27. Methi Chicken
Chicken slow-cooked with fenugreek and the chef's special spice blend.
$18.50
28. Methi Malai Chicken
Chicken and earthy fenugreek gently simmered in a rich, creamy sauce.
$18.50
29. Chicken Korma
Chicken slow-cooked in a luxurious, creamy cashew gravy enriched with mild spices.
$18.50
30. Chicken Tikka Masala
Tandoor-roasted marinated chicken tossed in a robust tomato-based sauce with fresh diced onions and capsicums.
$18.50
31. Chicken Malabar
Chicken cooked with fragrant curry leaves, green peas, and coconut in a traditional South Indian style.
$18.50
32. Mango Chicken
Chicken cooked in a vibrant mango sauce and finished with a touch of cream.
$18.50
33. Kadai Chicken
Chicken cooked in an onion-based sauce with capsicums, fresh onions, and an array of warm spices.
$18.50
34. Chicken Saag
Boneless chicken perfectly blended with freshly pureed spinach and aromatic spices.
$18.50
35. Chicken Dopiaza
Chicken cooked with diced onions and authentic spices in an onion gravy.
$18.50
36. Chicken Rogan Josh
Chicken slow-cooked with a blend of aromatic herbs and traditional spices.
$18.50
37. Chicken Vindaloo
A fiery treat for spicy food lovers, featuring boneless chicken cooked with a tangy combination of vinegar, coconut, and fresh chillies.
$18.50

Main Courses — Lamb or Beef

38. Lamb or Beef Rogan Josh
A classic Kashmir valley specialty featuring diced lamb or beef slow-cooked with a blend of aromatic herbs and traditional spices.
$19.00
39. Lamb or Beef Bhuna Gosht
Tender lamb or beef cooked with capsicum and onions in a rich, onion-based gravy, infused with aromatic spices.
$19.00
40. Lamb or Beef Korma
Diced lamb or beef simmered in a rich, velvety sauce made with cashew paste, cream, and delicate spices.
$19.00
41. Lamb or Beef Saag
Tender diced lamb or beef simmered with a smooth spinach purée and a touch of cream.
$19.00
42. Lamb or Beef Dopiaza
Diced lamb or beef cooked with plenty of diced onions and authentic spices in a rich onion gravy.
$19.00
43. Lamb or Beef Madras
Diced lamb or beef cooked to perfection with fresh curry leaves, mustard seeds, and smooth coconut cream.
$19.00
44. Kadai Lamb or Beef
Diced lamb or beef cooked in an onion-based sauce with fresh capsicums, onions, and an array of warm spices.
$19.00
45. Lamb or Beef Vindaloo
Diced lamb or beef cooked in a vibrant, spicy sauce with a combination of vinegar, coconut, and fresh chillies.
$19.00

Main Courses — Goat

46. Goat Curry
Diced goat (on the bone) slow-cooked with a robust blend of aromatic herbs and Indian spices.
$19.00
47. Goat Masala
Tender diced goat cooked in a rich masala sauce with fresh capsicums, onions, and spices.
$19.00
48. Goat Saag
Diced goat perfectly blended with freshly pureed spinach.
$19.00
49. Goat Dopiaza
Diced goat cooked with plenty of diced onions and authentic spices in a rich onion gravy.
$19.00
50. Goat Vindaloo
Diced goat cooked in a fiery sauce with a combination of vinegar, coconut, and fresh chillies.
$19.00

Main Courses — Vegetarian

51. Paneer Butter Masala
Soft cottage cheese cubes cooked in a mouth-watering onion and tomato gravy, finished with a touch of onion and capsicum.
$16.50
52. Paneer Makhani
Soft cottage cheese cubes gently simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce.
$16.50
53. Kadai Paneer
Soft cottage cheese tossed with fresh capsicums, onions, and a vibrant blend of exotic spices.
$16.50
54. Palak Paneer
Soft cottage cheese simmered in a rich, spiced spinach gravy.
$16.50
55. Shahi Paneer
Soft cottage cheese cubes slow-cooked in a luxurious, creamy cashew gravy.
$16.50
56. Mattar Paneer
Soft cottage cheese cubes cooked with sweet green peas in a rich masala sauce.
$16.50
57. Paneer Tikka Masala
Tandoor-roasted cottage cheese tossed in a rich, aromatic masala sauce with onions and capsicum.
$18.50
58. Methi Malai Paneer
Soft cottage cheese and fenugreek gently simmered in a rich, creamy sauce.
$18.00
59. Paneer Dopiaza
Cottage cheese cooked with plenty of diced onions and authentic spices in a rich onion gravy.
$18.00
60. Malai Kofta
Delicate cheese and potato dumplings blended with nuts, simmered in a rich and creamy sauce.
$16.50
61. Palak Kofta
Delicate cheese and potato dumplings blended with nuts, simmered in a smooth, vibrant spinach gravy infused with aromatic spices.
$16.50
62. Aloo Gobi Vegan
A classic stir-fry of fresh cauliflower and potatoes, seasoned with traditional Indian spices.
$16.50
63. Aloo Zeera Vegan
Tender boiled potatoes cooked with fresh tomatoes and aromatic cumin seeds.
$16.50
64. Aloo Saag
Tender boiled potatoes blended to perfection with freshly pureed spinach and a touch of cream.
$16.50
65. Aloo Methi Chaman
Tender boiled potatoes slow-cooked with fenugreek in a rich, creamy sauce.
$16.50
66. Aloo Mattar Vegan
A comforting dish of tender boiled potatoes cooked with green peas.
$16.50
67. Mushroom Mattar Vegan
Mushrooms and green peas cooked with a blend of authentic herbs and spices.
$16.50
68. Methi Malai Mattar
Methi (fenugreek) and green peas gently simmered in a rich, creamy sauce.
$17.00
69. Mix Vegetable Vegan
A vibrant mix of seasonal fresh vegetables cooked with authentic herbs and spices.
$16.50
70. Vegetable Korma
Seasonal fresh vegetables slow-cooked in a luxurious, creamy cashew nut sauce.
$16.50
71. Vegetable Madras Vegan
Seasonal fresh vegetables cooked to perfection with mustard seeds and smooth coconut cream.
$16.50
72. Vegetable Makhani
Seasonal fresh vegetables gently simmered in a rich, velvety tomato-based sauce.
$16.50
73. Chana Masala Vegan
Chickpeas cooked in a rich, spiced onion-based gravy.
$16.50
74. Eggplant Masala Vegan
Tender eggplant cooked with fresh capsicums, onions, potatoes, and authentic herbs and spices.
$16.50
75. Pumpkin Masala Vegan
Comforting mashed butternut pumpkin cooked with a blend of authentic herbs and spices.
$16.50
76. Bhindi Masala Vegan
Diced okra pan-fried with onions and tomatoes, finished with aromatic Indian spices.
$17.50
77. Dal Makhani
A rich and hearty dish of slow-cooked lentils and red kidney beans, finished in a creamy sauce.
$15.50
78. Dal Tarka Vegan
Comforting yellow lentils cooked with aromatic herbs and a classic tempering of spices.
$15.50

Indo-Chinese

79. Vegetable Fried Rice
A vibrant mix of stir-fried vegetables tossed with premium basmati rice.
$13.00
80. Chicken Fried Rice
Tender chicken pieces and egg wok-tossed with premium basmati rice.
$15.00
81. Vegetable Manchurian
Golden vegetable dumplings cooked with fresh capsicums and onions in a savoury soy-based sauce.
$17.00
82. Chilli Paneer
Crispy fried cottage cheese cubes tossed with diced capsicums and onions in a fiery soy-based sauce.
$18.00
83. Chilli Chicken
Crispy chicken stir-fried with diced onions and capsicum in a bold, fiery soy-based sauce.
$19.50
84. Chicken Manchurian
Crispy chicken tossed in a rich, savoury garlic-soy sauce with chopped onions and capsicum.
$19.50

Rice & Biryani

85. Saffron Rice
Fragrant Indian basmati rice cooked with a delicate dash of saffron.
$5.00
86. Peas Rice
Fluffy basmati rice cooked with green peas.
$6.00
87. Jeera Rice
Fragrant basmati rice tempered with aromatic cumin seeds.
$6.00
88. Coconut Rice
Fragrant basmati rice cooked with fresh curry leaves, coconut, and mustard seeds.
$7.00
89. Vegetable Pulao
Basmati rice cooked with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices.
$11.00
90. Vegetable Biryani
A vibrant mix of fresh vegetables slow-cooked with premium basmati rice and aromatic biryani spices.
$15.50
91. Chicken Biryani
Tender chicken pieces slow-cooked with premium basmati rice and an authentic blend of biryani spices.
$17.50
92. Biryani (Lamb, Beef, or Goat)
Your choice of tender meat slow-cooked with premium basmati rice and aromatic biryani spices.
$18.50

Bread

Served fresh from the tandoor

93. Butter Roti
Traditional wholemeal bread baked fresh in the tandoor and brushed with butter.
$3.50
94. Garlic Roti
Traditional wholemeal bread baked fresh in the tandoor and finished with a touch of garlic.
$4.00
95. Butter Naan
Fine plain flour bread baked fresh in the tandoor and brushed with butter.
$3.50
96. Garlic Naan
Freshly baked plain flour bread finished with a touch of garlic.
$4.00
97. Laccha Paratha
A multi-layered, flaky wholemeal bread baked fresh in the tandoor.
$6.00
98. Aloo Paratha
Wholemeal bread stuffed with seasoned potatoes and fresh herbs.
$6.00
99. Kashmiri Naan
Soft plain flour bread stuffed with a rich blend of dried fruits and nuts.
$6.00
100. Onion Kulcha
Soft plain flour bread generously filled with finely chopped onions and fresh herbs.
$6.00
101. Masala Kulcha
Soft plain flour bread filled with a spiced mixture of potatoes, cottage cheese, and onions.
$6.50
102. Cheese Naan
Plain flour bread stuffed with a rich, melting cheese filling.
$6.00
103. Garlic & Cheese Naan
Plain flour bread stuffed with melting cheese and finished with garlic.
$6.50
104. Chilli Cheese Naan
Plain flour bread stuffed with cheese and chilli flakes, offering a spicy and savory bite.
$6.50
105. Keema Naan
Soft plain flour bread stuffed with seasoned lamb mince and authentic spices.
$6.50
106. Chicken Naan
Soft plain flour bread stuffed with seasoned, finely diced tandoori chicken.
$6.50

Accompaniments

107. Pappadums (4 pcs)
$3.50
108. Raita
$5.00
109. Mix Salad
$6.50
110. Onion Salad
$6.00
111. Mix Pickles
$3.50
112. Chutneys (Mint, Tamarind)
$3.50
113. Mango Chutney
$4.00

Desserts

114. Gulab Jamun
Warm, sweet milk dumplings soaked in a fragrant sugar syrup.
$6.50
115. Pistachio Kulfi
Traditional, dense Indian ice cream flavoured with rich pistachios.
$6.50
116. Vanilla Ice Cream
$6.50
117. Gajar Halwa
A warm, comforting Indian carrot pudding slow-cooked with milk and nuts.
$7.00

Beverages

118. Lassi (Mango, Sweet, Salted)
$6.00
119. Soft Drink Cans
$3.50
120. Soft Drink Bottles (1.25L, 1.1L)
$7.00

Ajanta Indian Restaurant

Beverage Menu

A curated selection of premium beverages — from refreshing soft drinks to fine wines, spirits, and traditional Indian favourites

Beers

Kingfisher (Indian Beer)
Bottle$9.99
Corona
Bottle$9.99
Asahi Super Dry
Bottle$9.99
Carlton Draught
Bottle$9.00
Carlton Dry
Bottle$8.50
Victoria Bitter
Bottle$8.50
Great Northern Super Crisp
Bottle$8.50
XXXX Gold
Bottle$8.50

Ciders

Somersby Apple Cider
Bottle$9.00
Somersby Pear Cider
Bottle$9.00

Red Wine

Chalk Hill Blue Cabernet Merlot
Glass$7.50
Bottle$27
Studio Series Cabernet Sauvignon
Glass$8.50
Bottle$32
Bridgewood Shiraz
Glass$9.50
Bottle$36

White Wine

Long Row Moscato (187ml)
Bottle$8.50
Chalk Hill Blue Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Glass$7.50
Bottle$27
Studio Series Chardonnay
Glass$8.50
Bottle$32
Bridgewood Sauvignon Blanc
Glass$9.50
Bottle$36

Sparkling Wine

Long Row Chardonnay Pinot Noir (200ml)
Bottle$9.50

Spirits — 30ml

Mixer + $2.50

Indian Spirits

Amrut Single Malt
$12.00
Indri Single Malt
$12.00
Black Dog
$9.00
Old Monk Rum
$10.00

Whiskey

Johnny Walker Red Label
$8.00
Johnny Walker Black Label
$9.00
Johnny Double Black
$10.00
Chivas Regal
$9.00
Dimple
$9.00

Bourbon

Jim Beam
$8.00
Jack Daniels
$9.00

Vodka

Smirnoff
$8.00

Tequila

Sierra Tequila
$9.00

Gin

Bombay Sapphire
$9.00

Rum

Captain Morgan
$8.00
Bacardi Rum
$9.00

Beverages

Soft Drinks
Coke, Coke No Sugar, Fanta, Lemonade, Sprite, Solo
Glass$4.50
Jug$16.00
Lassi
Mango, Sweet, Salted
Glass$5.50
Jug$19.00
Juices
Apple, Orange
Glass$4.50
Jug$16.00
Lemon Lime & Bitters
Glass$7.50
Jug$28.00
Mineral Water
Glass$5.50
Soda Water
Glass$5.50
Dry Ginger Ale
Glass$5.50
Ginger Beer
Glass$6.00

Coffee & Tea

Coffee
Cappuccino, Latte, Flat White, Long Black, Short Black, Hot Chocolate
Cup$5.50
Masala Tea
Traditional Indian tea
Cup$5.50
Green Tea
Cup$4.50
Black Tea
Cup$4.50
Please drink responsibly

Ajanta Indian Restaurant

Set Menus

Curated multi-course feasts — minimum 2 persons

Set Menu 1$40 / person

Minimum 2 persons

EntréeVeg Samosa, Chicken Tikka, Seekh Kebab

Main CourseButter Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh, Veg Korma, Rice and Naan

DessertGulab Jamun or Pistachio Kulfi

Set Menu 2$46 / person

Minimum 2 persons

EntréeVeg Samosa, Chicken Tikka, Barrah Kebab

Main CourseButter Chicken, Prawn Malabar, Aloo Gobi, Rice and Naan

DessertGulab Jamun or Pistachio Kulfi

Set Menu 3 — Premium$55 / person

Minimum 2 persons

Includes a complimentary glass of house wine (Red / White)

EntréeChicken Tikka, Seekh Kebab, Barrah Kebab

Main CourseButter Chicken, Fish or Prawn Madras, Beef Korma, Saffron or Coconut Rice, Naan or Garlic Naan, and Raita

DessertGulab Jamun or Pistachio Kulfi or Gajar Halwa

Please let us know if you have any special dietary considerations or allergies, or wish to modify any curry to suit your taste. Sorry, we do not pack left-over food for health and safety purposes.

Ajanta Indian Restaurant

Special Offers

Family packs, lunch specials and value combos

Family Packs

The Deluxe$155.50 $130

Save $25.50

EntréeChicken Tikka (2pcs), Tandoori Chicken (2pcs), Seekh Kebab (2pcs), Barrah Kebab (2pcs)

MainsButter Chicken, Lamb Korma, Beef Madras, Aloo Gobi

Sides3 x Saffron Rice, 2 x Butter Roti, 2 x Butter Naan, 2 x Garlic Naan, 1 x Raita, 1 x Pappadums (4pcs) and 1 x 1.25L Coke

Family Pack$111 $90

Save $21

EntréeVeg Pakora (4pcs), Tandoori Chicken (4pcs)

MainsButter Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh, Veg Korma

Sides2 x Saffron Rice, 2 x Butter Naan, 2 x Garlic Naan, 1 x Raita and 1 x Pappadums (4pcs)

Gold Pack$73 $62

Save $11

EntréeChicken Tikka (4pcs)

MainsButter Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh

Sides1 x Large Saffron Rice, 2 x Butter Naan and 1 x Raita

Daily Specials

Non-Veg Thali
Butter Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh, Rice, Naan, Raita, Salad
$21.50
Veg Thali
Paneer Butter Masala, Dal Makhani, Rice, Butter Naan, Raita and Salad
$21.50
Lunch Pack
Choice of Chicken / Beef / Lamb / Vegie Curry and Rice
$14.00
Channa Bhatura
A comforting serving of spiced chickpeas paired with traditional fried bread
$18.50
* Prices may change without notice.
All prices include GST. To order call (03) 5996 7455 or 0424 874 238.

Ajanta Indian Restaurant

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We'd love to have you. Book your table and we'll take care of the rest.

Location
163 Sladen Street, Cranbourne VIC 3977
Opening Hours
Mon: Closed
Tue – Fri: 11:30am – 2:00pm & 5:00 – 9:30pm
Sat – Sun: 5:00pm – 9:30pm
Phone
(03) 5996 7455
or 0424 874 238
Functions & parties welcome

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Reservation Policy
Walk-ins are always welcome, but bookings are preferred to guarantee your table. For groups of 10 or more, please call us directly on (03) 5996 7455 to arrange a function. We will contact you to confirm your booking.

⚠ Please note: We are closed on Mondays. Lunch is served Tuesday to Friday only (11:30am – 2:00pm). Dinner is served Tuesday to Sunday (5:00pm – 9:30pm).

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