Dakshin Indique Menu
Welcome to Dakshin Indique, an exquisite dining destination in Washington, DC, where the flavors of South India come alive. Located at 3512 Connecticut Ave NW, this restaurant offers a delightful array of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes that pay homage to traditional recipes.
The menu features standout offerings like Masala Okra and Baingan Bartha, priced at $18, alongside classics such as Chicken Tikka Masala and Lamb Roganjosh, both delivering rich, authentic tastes. Indulge in the creamy Paneer Makhani for $20, or savor the robust Lamb Vindaloo highlighted by spices and a tangy twist.
Guests rave about the vibrant atmosphere, especially the patio for brunch and the intimate bar for dinner. Whether you're here for the flavorful samosa chaat or the delightful Kerala fish curry, each dish is crafted with care, ensuring a memorable culinary journey.
House Tonic X Spirits
Indique House Tonic
Garam Masala Tonic
Mumbai Mule
Two indies rum, spicy ginger, lime, fresh curry leaf
A Must Have
Tequila blanco, Toasted mustard seed, Lime, Fresh mint
Shantarum
White rum, cardamom, coconut h20, lime
Tamarind Tales
Oloroso sherry, Tamarind chutney, Lemon
House Cocktails
Contemporary Classics
Tellisherry
Black pepper gin, Fino sherry, Aperol
House Of Cardamom
Bourbon, Roasted cardamom, Kokum bitters, Angostura bitters
District Martini
Green hat spring/summer, Capitoline blanc, Embitterment orange bitters
Rickshaw Ride
Amrut single malt, Dolin sweet, Averna
Mango Lassi
Pineapple Juice
With ginger, curry leaves.
Orange Juice
Lassi
Street Snacks
Gobi Manchurian
Cauliflower, Garlic, Onion, Tomato sauce.
Mushroom Munchurian
Chili Chicken
Boneless chicken, Chilli sauce, Ginger, Garlic.
Samosa Chaat
Savory pastry, peas, potatoes, chickpeas, yogurt, tamarind with cilantro chutneys.
Cauliflower Pecorino Kulcha
Cauliflower, pecorino romano, cashew, almond, raisins, jalapeno, leavened bread.
Chaat Papri
Flour crisps, potatoes, chickpeas, yogurt, tamarind with cilantro chutneys.
Chutney Sampler
Mango, Tamarind-ginger, Coriander-chili, Assorted papad
Chicken Seekh Kebabs
Gluten-free. Minced chicken, ginger, garlic, onions, green chillies.
Bhel Puri
Puffed rice, tomato, onions, chickpea noodles, chutneys.
Vegetable Mini Dosa
Lentil with rice savory crepe, spiced potatoes, chutneys.
Chicken Mini Dosa
Lentil rice savory crepe, spiced chicken, chutneys
Chicken 65
Deep fried boneless chicken, Yogurt, Ginger, Garlic
Lobster Shrimp Bisque
Lobster, Shrimp, Coconut, Ginger, Curry leaves
Seasonal Soup
Lentils, Ginger, Peppercorns, Tomato, Curry leaves
Green Salad
Lettuce, Romaine, Mixed baby greens, Kokum vinaigrette, Roasted papad basket
Soup and Salad
From my Hometown
Tellicherry Peppercorn Chicken
Gluten-free. Chicken, coriander, toasted Tellicherry peppercorns.
Malabar Fish Curry
Cod, Ginger, Onion, Tomato, Coriander, Coconut milk, Curry leaves
Lamb Shank
Braised lamb shanks, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Onions, Tomatoes, Chilies
Tandoori Salmon
Onion, tomato, ginger, coriander, coconut milk, with curry leaves.
Shrimp Curry
Gluten-free. Shrimp, onion, tomato, ginger, coriander, coconut milk, curry leaves.
Butter Chicken
Mains
Tandoor
Chicken Cheese Kebab
Gluten-free. Boneless chicken breasts, cream cheese, yogurt, toasted chickpea flour, fenugreek leaves.
Tandoori Chicken Chops
Gluten-free. Chicken breasts, yogurt marinade, ginger, garlic, garam masala
Lamb Chops
Lamb chops, garam masala, ginger, garlic. Fenugreek butter.
Paneer Tikka
Homemade cheese, Color peppers, Red onions
Chicken Tikka
Boneless chicken, Fenugreek, Ginger, Garlic
Paneer Makhani
Homemade Cheese, Tomato Gravy, Fenugreek, Cream
Baingan Bartha
Tandoor Roasted Eggplants, Onions, Tomatoes
Punjabi Chole
Chickpeas, Onions, Tomatoes, Potatoes
Masala Okra
Okra, Onions, Tomatoes, Spices.
Vegetarian
The Classics
Chicken Curry Indique
Gluten-free. Boneless chicken, coconut milk, curry leaves.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Gluten-free. Boneless tandoori chicken, tomato gravy, fenugreek.
Lamb Roganjosh
Gluten-free. Boneless lamb, cardamom, cumin, cloves.
Lamb Vindaloo
Gluten-free. Lamb cubes, vinegar, potatoes, spices.
Saag Makai Paneer
Spinach, Homemade Cheese, fenugreek leaves, spices
Aloo Gobhi
Vegan. Gluten-free. Potatoes, cauliflower florets, ginger, cumin.
Chicken Korma
Lamb Korma
Chicken Biriyani
Gluten-free. Aromatic chicken, Basmati rice, Garam masala.
Chicken 65 Biriyani
Chicken 65, Basmati rice, Garam masala
Lamb Biryani
Aromatic lamb, Basmati rice, Garam masala.
Shrimp Biryani
Aromatic shrimp, Basmati rice, Garam masala
Vegetable Biryani
Aromatic vegetables, Basmati rice, Garam masala.
Biryani
Accompaniments
Dal Makhani
Gluten-free. Black lentils, tomatoes, ginger, garlic.
Dal Tadka
Yellow lentils, Tomatoes, Ginger, Garlic.
Raita Cucumber
Gluten-free. Homemade yogurt, Cucumber, Roasted cumin.
Mango Chutney
Vegan. Gluten-free. Mango, asafoetida, curry leaves.
Naan
Leavened, white flour.
Garlic Naan
Leavened, white flour, garlic.
Roti
Vegan. Unleavened, whole wheat.
Mint Paratha
Layered, whole wheat, mint.
Paratha
Layered, whole wheat.
Onion Kulcha
Leavened, white flour, spiced onions.
Butter Naan
Leavened, white flour, butter.
Breads
Desserts
Gulab Jamun
Milk solid doughnut whole, honey.
Saffron Rice Pudding
saffron almonds
Mango Rice Pudding
Mango, almonds.
Orange Shreekandh
mango pulp almonds
Cookie Butter Dosa
lentil rice savory crepe cookie butter
Kulfi
indian ice creamnuts orange sauce 7
Coke
Diet Coke
Ginger Ale
Sprite
Beverages
ADDITIONAL NOTES
Food Allergy Notice
Our kitchen handles ingredients such as fish, shellfish, dairy, nuts, and gluten. While we take every precaution to prevent cross-contamination, all items may come into contact with allergens. Please inform your server of any food allergies or die...
Last updated on February 18th, 2025
All prices, items, and availability mentioned are subject to change without prior notice.