Masala Indian Kitchen Menu – Lafayette, LA

Type : Indian restaurant

Location : Lafayette, LA

In September of 2006, we opened the doors of our restaurant, Masala. It was the realization of a decade long dream of introducing Indian cuisine, to our friends and neighbors in Lafayette. Our menu was assembled to reflect our favorite foods.

The kitchen is often referred to as the nucleus of the home. It is a place that is made warm not only by the heat of cooking but also by the warmth created between family and friends enjoying one another’s company. Our kitchen has always been a welcoming space for loved ones, and it is the birthplace of Masala’s menus. We extend the love from our kitchen and cuisine to you, your family and friends. From our kitchen to your taste buds, we hope you will join us for a “journey down the spice route”.

North Indian cuisine & cocktails served in a brick-walled restaurant with exotic decor touches. Based on 597 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery

Masala Indian Kitchen 70508

Address:
2208 Kaliste Saloom Rd, Lafayette, LA 70508

Phone: (337) 981-6373

Website:

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Hours

Sunday 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
Monday

(Labor Day)
5–9:30 PM

Hours might differ
Tuesday 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
Thursday 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
Friday 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10:30 PM
Saturday 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–10:30 PM

Menu

Appetizers
Samosas
Stuffed pastries delicately spiced with herbs, potato & peas
$7.50
Goan Shrimp
Butterflied shrimp marinated in mild spices, lightly breaded & fried; served with chili aioli
$13.00
Vegetable Pakoras
Mixed vegetable fritters in a chickpea batter; served with mint & tamarind chutneys
$10.50
Chicken 65
Boneless pieces of chicken marinated in a spicy aromatic sauce then batter-fried & tempered with bell peppers, & onions
$13.50
Lettuce And Papad Cups
Freshly ground chicken with aromatic spices & peas; served with a crisp lettuce wedge, lentil chips, & sweet chili sauce
$13.00
Samosa Tikki Chaat
(Can make vegan) potato samosas layered with mildly spiced chickpeas, raita, tamarind & mint chutneys
$11.50
Hara Paneer Tikka
Cubes of fresh homemade cheese marinated in a mint chutney yogurt sauce; cooked in clay oven & served sizzling
$15.50
Soup and Salad
Lentil Soup $6.50
House Side Salad
Fresh greens, cucumbers, carrots, onions & tomatoes; served with house dressing
$6.00
Cucumber Salad
Slice cucumbers, red onions, & tomatoes on a bed fresh green; served with house dressing
$9.00
Biryani and Hakka
Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice cooked in a delicate blend of exotic spices, with your choice of:
$22.00
Hakaa Noodles
Noodles stir fried in a tomato-chili base sauce with mixed bell peppers, onions, garlic, & mild spices with your choice of:
$20.00
Mas-A-La Carte
Onions And Peppers $3.00
Basmati Rice $4.00
Masala Papadum
Lentil wafers served with a side of mixture of chopped onion, tomatoes, chilies, and spices
$5.00
Raita Dip
Yogurt with mint, cucumber, onions & roasted cumin
$5.00
Mixed Pickle
Spicy preserves of mango and green chilies
$3.50
Mango Chutney
Sweet mango preserves
$4.00
Bread Box
Naan
Leavened dough baked in clay oven
$4.00
Sizzling Tandoori Grill
Tandoori Chicken
Juicy char-grilled chicken thighs & legs marinated in a mixture of yogurt & tandoori spices then cooked to perfection
$18.50
Chicken Tikka
Cchunks of boneless chicken breast marinated in yogurt, garlic-ginger paste, mild spices & yogurt
$18.50
Malai Kebab
Cubes of boneless chicken breast marinated in a mixture of yogurt, cream cheese, cashew paste & spices
$18.50
Boti Kebab
Lean cubes of lamb marinated overnight in mild spices & fresh herbs
$20.50
Tandoori Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp marinated in various spices, herbs & garlic-ginger paste
$20.50
Achari Paneer Tikka
Cubes of fresh homemade cheese marinated in pickling spices; cooked in clay oven & served sizzling
$18.00
Tandoori Mix Grill
A delicious combination of tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, malai kebab, seekh kebab & tandoori shrimp
$23.50
House Favorites
Vindaloo
Potatoes, onions, garlic, ginger & hot spices in a vinegar base sauce:
$18.00
Curry
A savory tomato gravy cooked with onions, cilantro & mild indian spices:
$18.00
Korma
A blend of exotic spices in a creamy tomato and cashew-almond sauce
$20.50
Saag
Pureed spinach cooked with onions, tomatoes, spices & a touch of cream:
$20.50
Chili
Sauteed ginger, garlic, mixed bell peppers, and onions in a tangy tomato sauce
$18.00
Kadhai
Sautéed ginger, garlic, bell peppers & onions in a tomato base sauce:
$18.00
Jafrezzi
Mixture of sir-fried vegetables & indian spices cooked in a tomato sauce:
$18.00
Keema
Freshly ground chicken cooked with onions, tomatoes, garlic, peas & aromatic spices
$18.00
House Specialties
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chunks of boneless chicken breast in a savory & creamy tomato sauce
$18.50
Butter Chicken
Boneless pieces of tandoori chicken in a rich & creamy tomato sauce
$18.50
Goat Curry
Goat morsels cooked in a savory tomato gravy with onions, cilantro & bold indian spices.
$22.00
Lamb Rogan Josh
Tender pieces of boneless lamb simmered in a rich roasted onion & tomato sauce
$20.50
Vegetarian Delights
Malai Kofta
Vegetable dumplings in a creamy cashew-almond sauce
$18.00
Navaratan Korma “9 Jewels”
Nine assorted vegetables & paneer cooked in a creamy tomato & cashew-almond sauce
$18.00
Daal Tadka
Yellow lentils simmered & tempered with tomatoes, onions & flavored with mild spices
$17.00
Matar Paneer
Homemade cheese & sweet peas cooked in a rich tomato & onion sauce
$17.00
Paneer Makhani
Homemade cheese cooked in a creamy tomato & cashew-almond sauce
$18.00
Bhindi Masala
Sautéed okra with cilantro, onions, tomatoes & dry mango powder
$17.00
Baingan Bhartha
Eggplant roasted, mashed & cooked with peas, tomatoes, onions, herbs & mild spices
$17.00
Vegetable Manchurian
Vegetable dumplings in a tangy tomato sauce cooked with ginger, garlic, peppers & onions
$17.00
Channa Masala
Chickpeas smothered in a tomatoes & onion gravy with a blend of freshly ground spices
$17.00
Aloo Gobi
Potatoes & cauliflower sautéed with cilantro, onions, tomatoes & mild indian spices
$17.00
Kid’s Corner
Chicken Tenders $8.00
Kids Tandoori Chicken $10.00
Desserts
Kheer
Indian rice pudding made with reduced milk, almonds, and pistachios
$6.50
Gulab Jamun
(2) “a decadent indian donut” flour and dry milk dumplings in a warm sweet syrup
$6.50
Daily Dessert Tray
Ask to view today’s selections
$10.00
Beverages
Lassi
Homemade yogurt shake
$6.00
Fruit Juice
Mango, lychee, orange, or cranberry
$4.50
Masala’s Hot Chai
Cinnamon and cardamom infused tea served with warmed milk
$6.00
Soft Drinks
Coke, diet coke, sprite, dr. Pepper, barq’s root beer or lemonade
$3.50
Iced Tea $3.50
Coffee $3.50
I Bottled Water $6.00
Bottled Sparkling Water $6.00

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Reviews

Nagarajan T V
Pleasantly surprised to find a small gem of Indian restaurant.

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San Jay S
Went as a team dinner and worth it. Very attentive staff. Food was good and served quickly and efficiently. Wide variety of options with your choice of spice levels. This place had the North Indian delicacies and the vegetarian dishes are worth trying. The drink options were very good as well.

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Samantha B
I’ve been eating here off and on for the past 5 years the consistency is just not there. One day you will go in the food will be absolutely fabulous and perfect. Next time you go and the food taste completely different and is disgusting and the portion is smaller. I don’t really know why their cooks change so often or why there’s no consistency in the recipes but honestly for the amount of money you spend on three dishes being $50 you would expect there to be a level of consistency in the taste and the amount you get. Good luck!

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Dr ArEn
The only reason this restaurant is getting a 4-star instead on 5 is because of the 4% additional Service Tax they charge over your bill amount (note… this is not the tip) if you pay by Credit Card!

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Arpan Makwana
This is in my opinion the best Indian restaurant in the town. The staff is really good and the owner – Mr. Gupta is so friendly and warm person. He ensures quality service. He visits each table and greets everyone. What an awesome person he is. The food here is excellent. I’ve been here 4 times and being a vegetarian, I get a lot of options. All dishes served are very tasty and they serve Indian beers too.

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Winston
The ambience was good, the waitress was super attentive, The food was fantastic but next time when I get the chili chicken I would definitely turn up the spice level, thankfully the waitress made it very clear the heat level when ordering.

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Emma Fontenot
Just a shout out to our wonderful waiter, Gary!! He was not only very attentive, but was refreshingly kind. The food is always great, but his service improved our experience tenfold! Will be back ASAP!

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Nubs
Was happy with the Josh rogan, gulab jamun, naan, and tandoori chicken, except the paneer tikka masala.. it was unnaturally colored and runny. I’ve gotten tikka masala from destination India and the consistency was also off. Not sure why that’s a thing here. The rice was PERFECT

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Kri (Klmbean)
The food is amazing. It was a very slow night which I was sad to see but they didn’t scrimp on service or quality. Have never had a disappointing meal here. Highly recommend.

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Ashley Thom
We really enjoy Masala! The food is always fresh and delicious. I appreciate that their spice levels are consistent. The staff is helpful and kind. Love supporting a wonderful, locally owned restaurant!

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