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Tava Fresh Taste of India Prices in Morton Grove, IL 60053

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7172 Dempster St, Morton Grove, IL
(847) 463-1710
Tava Fresh Taste of India Menu

Hours of Operation

Hours may fluctuate. For detailed hours of operation, please contact the store directly.

Restaurant Menu

Beverages

Black Tea

Herbal tea.

$3.00

Masala Tea

Traditional Indian tea prepared with aromatic tea leaves, herbs and milk.

$4.00

Coffee

No description available

$3.00

Iced Tea

No description available

$2.00

Lassi

Rich and creamy churned yogurt drink, served sweet.

$4.00

Mango Lassi

Churned yogurt with mango, served chilled.

$4.50

Soda

No description available

$2.50

Water

Bottle of natural spring water.

$4.00

Appetizers

Vegetarian Samosas

A vegan selection. Two generous, flaky, golden pastries stuffed with potatoes, green peas and mild herbs and spices.

$4.50

Calamari Bhaji

A Tava signature dish. Tender calamari and onion tossed in a chickpea, rice and corn flower batter, lightly fried in natural canola oil and served with chutney.

$8.50

Mixed Vegetable Pakora

Lightly-battered assorted vegetables fried in an all-natural canola oil.

$6.00

Paneer Pakora

Lightly-battered homemade paneer cheese fried in an all-natural canola oil.

$7.00

Chicken Pakora

Lightly-battered succulent marinated chicken pieces fried in an all-natural canola oil.

$6.00

Shrimp Pakora

Lightly-battered jumbo shrimp fried in an all-natural canola oil.

$9.00

Tava Fish Pakora

Deli-style, herb-marinated whitefish with exotic seasoning.

$9.00

Tandoori Chicken Skewers

Luscious, herb-marinated boneless chicken cooked in a tandoor and served with spicy chutney.

$8.00

Desi Chicken Wings

Herb-marinated lean chicken wings cooked in tandoor and served with a spicy mango chutney.

$8.00

Tava Signature Sizzlers

A unique blend of luscious tandoori selections: sheesh kabob, chicken tikka, reshmi kabob and vegetable samosa.

$14.00

Momo

Stuffed, steamed dumplings seasoned with Himalayan herbs and spices, served with an exotic Nepalese sauce.

$8.00

Chaat

A mouthwatering combination of boiled chickpeas, chopped fresh onions, plain yogurt, chaat masala, tamarind-mint chutney garnished with fresh cilantro and paprika.

$7.00 - $7.00

Chicken 65

Tender chicken in makhani sauce seasoned with mustard seed, whole red chili pepper, fresh ginger, garlic, curry leaves, chopped onions and garnished with cilantro.

$8.00

Soups and Salads

Vegetable Soup

A delicately simmered lentil soup topped with roasted kale and naan croutons. A vegan selection.

$4.00

South Indian Calamari Soup

Spicy sambar with coconut and vegetables, topped with roasted calamari.

$6.00

Green Salad

Fresh cucumber, tomatoes and lettuce served with a side of cucumber raita dressing. A vegan selection.

$6.00

Mixed Seasonal Green Salad

Fresh mixed greens, tomatoes, crumbled paneer and topped with mango-cilantro dressing.

$7.00

Vegetarian Dishes

Mutter Paneer

Fresh homemade paneer cheese cooked with olive oil, green peas, tomato sauce, garlic, ginger paste and cream sauce.

$12.00

Kadai Paneer

Homemade paneer cheese, bell peppers, onions, tomato, ginger and garlic sauteed in olive oil with our chef's special blend of Indian spices.

$13.00

Paneer Makhani

Homemade paneer cheese cooked in a tomato cream sauce with olive oil.

$13.00

Saag Paneer

Spinach cooked with cubes of paneer cheese delicately spiced and garnished with chopped ginger.

$12.00

Saag Mushroom

Spinach and mushroom cooked in olive oil in a tomato-curry sauce with a touch of fresh cream or as a vegan selection without cream.

$12.00

Chana Saag

Chickpeas combined with fresh spinach cooked in olive oil with an exotic curry sauce and a touch of fresh cream, or as a vegan selection without cream.

$12.00

Chana Masala

Delicious chickpeas cooked in an exotic blend of north Indian spices. A vegan selection.

$11.00

Bhindi Masala

Fresh okra sauteed with olive oil, onion, tomato, and north Indian spices. A vegan selection.

$12.00

Paneer Aaloo Gobhi Chili Masala

Homemade paneer cheese, potatoes, cauliflower florets and green chili cooked in Indian spices and curry sauce.

$13.00

Dal Makhani

Whole black lentils simmered on slow heat until tender and sauteed with olive oil, a creamy tomato sauce and herbs.

$11.00

Dal Tadka

Yellow lentils sauteed with olive oil, cumin seeds, ginger, garlic, tomato and onions topped with roasted kale. A vegan selection.

$11.00

Baingan Bharata

Fresh eggplant roasted in tandoor with olive oil, mashed and seasoned with herbs and spices. A vegan selection.

$12.00

Navratan Korma

Mixed vegetables cooked in a gravy of cashew nuts, tomato and mild spices.

$12.00

Vegetable Jalfrajee

Stir-fried mixed vegetables and paneer cheese flavored with authentic spices in a tomato-curry sauce.

$12.00

Aloo Gobi

Fresh cauliflower and potatoes sauteed to perfection and mildly seasoned with olive oil, tomatoes, onion, ginger, garlic and herbs. A vegan selection.

$11.00

Jeera Aloo

Fresh chopped potatoes sauteed with olive oil, cumin seeds, garlic and ginger. A vegan selection.

$11.00

Vegetable Vindaloo

Seasonal vegetables and russet potatoes cooked in truly authentic vindaloo sauce with cumin seeds, onion, tomato sauce, apple cider, sun-dried and fresh chili peppers. Volcano hot.

$12.00

Malai Kofta

Mouthwatering vegetable balls cooked with creamy almond and cashew sauce, then garnished with sliced almonds.

$12.00

Paneer Bhurjee

Homemade shredded paneer cheese cooked in an exotic onion and tomato cream sauce with olive oil. Gluten free.

$12.00

Aloo Methi

Fresh potatoes and fenugreek sauteed with olive oil, cumin seeds, garlic and ginger. A vegan and gluten free selection.

$11.00

Chilli Paneer Masala

Homemade paneer cheese, fresh green chili and bell peppers sauteed with ginger, garlic and spicy masala sauce. A gluten free selection.

$12.00

Parsi Bhaji

Green beans cooked in an exotic coconut sauce seasoned with mustard, curry leaves and mild spices, finished with a splash of cream. A gluten free selection.

$13.00

Chicken Dishes

Chicken Curry

Boneless chicken simmered in tomatoes and onions with a blend of mild spices and garnished with cilantro.

$12.00

Tava Chili Chicken Masala

Boneless fresh chicken cooked with potatoes, then simmered in tomatoes and onions with fresh chili peppers, onions and special spices, and finally, garnished with cilantro and ginger.

$13.00

Chicken Makhani

A Tava signature dish. A roasted half-chicken simmered in a delicious tomato sauce and garnished with ginger and cilantro.

$13.00

Chicken Tikka Masala

Marinated boneless chicken grilled and sauteed in a delicious tomato sauce, garnished with ginger and cilantro.

$13.00

Tava Chicken Vindaloo

Boneless chicken and russet potatoes cooked in an authentic vindaloo sauce with cumin seeds, onion, tomato sauce, red apple cider and sun-dried and fresh chili peppers. Volcano hot.

$13.00

Chicken Jalfrazie

Marinated chicken sauteed with fresh green vegetables garnished with chopped ginger, cilantro, Indian spices and herbs.

$13.00

Chicken Shahi Korma

Tender pieces of chicken cooked with almonds in a rich, creamy sauce garnished with sliced almonds. Very mild.

$13.00

Chicken Saag

Tender, boneless chicken pieces cooked with fresh spinach in a rich blend of spices.

$13.00

Chicken Do-Piazza

Tender pieces of chicken cooked with fresh onion, tomatoes, green pepper, milk and herbs. Mild.

$12.00

Chicken Taka-Tak

Pieces of chicken cooked with chopped onions, tomato, green peppers and fresh chili peppers. Hot.

$13.00

Chicken Madras

A South Indian delicacy. Fresh chicken cooked in an aromatic coconut broth, Indian spices and a creamy curry sauce. Mild.

$13.00

Lamb Dishes

Lamb Curry

Tender boneless lamb cooked with traditional mughalai spices, onion and saffron.

$14.00

Tava Spicy Lamb Masala

Boneless lamb cooked with potatoes, then simmered in tomatoes and onions with fresh ginger, chili peppers and special spices, and finally, garnished with cilantro. Volcano hot.

$15.00

Lamb Saag

Tender leg of lamb cooked with spinach, cumin seed powder and Indian spices, garnished with chopped ginger.

$14.00

Boti Kabab Masala

Marinated lamb tenderloin cooked in tandoor, sauteed with minced onion, tomato, ginger and our chef's special sauce.

$15.00

Lamb Vindaloo

Boneless lamb and russet potatoes sauteed with cumin seeds, chopped onion, tomato sauce, apple cider and sun-dried and fresh chili peppers. Volcano hot.

$15.00

Gost Pasanda

Delicate pieces of lamb cooked in almond sauce and cream, garnished with saffron, herbs and finely chopped nuts. Very mild.

$15.00

Lamb Madras

A South Indian delicacy. Lamb cooked in an aromatic coconut broth, Indian spices and a creamy curry sauce.

$15.00

Goat with Bone

Goat Curry

Tender goat cooked with traditional mughalai spices, chopped onions and saffron.

$13.00

Tava Spicy Goat Masala

Goat cooked with potatoes, then simmered in tomatoes and onions seasoned with fresh ginger, chili peppers and special spices, garnished with cilantro.

$14.00

Goat Saag

Goat cooked with spinach, cumin seed powder and Indian spices, topped with chopped ginger.

$14.00

Goat Vindaloo

Goat and russet potatoes sauteed with cumin seeds, onion, tomato sauce, apple cider, sun-dried and fresh chili peppers. Volcano hot.

$14.00

Goat Madras

A South Indian delicacy. Goat cooked in an aromatic coconut broth with fresh Indian spices and creamy curry sauce.

$14.00

Seafood

Goan Fish Curry

Seasonal whitefish simmered with coconut sauce, red chili peppers and an exotic goan sauce.

$15.00

Tava Samundri Taka-Tak

A Tava signature dish. Tender pieces of fresh catfish, whitefish and shrimp prepared with onion, bell peppers, minced ginger, garlic, tomato, spicy chili peppers and herbs.

$18.00

Tava Fish Curry

A Tava signature dish. Fresh catfish prepared with a flavorful yellow curry sauce.

$15.00

Fish Tikka Masala

Fresh whitefish filet marinated in yogurt and spices, roasted in tandoor and sauteed with Indian seafood masala.

$16.00

Shrimp Masala

Fresh large shrimp cooked in a rich sauce seasoned with a hint of fresh minced garlic and ginger.

$15.00

Shrimp Vindaloo

Large shrimp and russet potatoes cooked in an authentic vindaloo sauce with cumin seeds, onion, tomato sauce, apple cider, sun-dried and fresh chilli peppers. Volcano hot.

$16.00

Shrimp Jalfrazie

Large gulf shrimp sauteed with crispy green vegetables, garnished with ginger, cilantro, Indian spices and herbs.

$16.00

Shrimp Madras

A South Indian delicacy. Jumbo gulf shrimp cooked in an aromatic coconut broth, Indian spices and creamy curry sauce.

$16.00

Tandoor Specialties

Tandoori Chicken

Whole spring chicken marinated overnight in traditional herbs and creamy yogurt seasoning, roasted until golden, served with grilled onion and lemon slices. A tandoor is a traditional clay oven used

$10.00 - $18.00

Tandoori Vegetables

Crunchy, fresh cauliflower, broccoli, green pepper, red pepper, onions, tomatoes and paneer cheese marinated in yogurt and herbs, baked to perfection in tandoor. A tandoor is a traditional clay oven

$14.00

Paneer Tikka

Fresh herb-marinated paneer cheese, bell peppers and onions, cooked to perfection in a tandoor.

$15.00

Chicken Tikka

Tender chunks of boneless chicken breast seasoned mildly with lemon juice and yogurt, lightly browned and garnished with grilled onions and lemon slices. A tandoor is a traditional clay oven used for

$15.00

Reshmi Kabab

Tender boneless chicken, marinated in sour cream, cashew nut paste and mild spices, then roasted until golden. A tandoor is a traditional clay oven used for cooking and baking in Northern India.

$15.00

Tava Mixed Grill

Boti kabob, tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, reshmi kabab and tandoori prawns served with grilled onion and lemon. A tandoor is a traditional clay oven used for cooking and baking in Northern India.

$17.00

Seekh Kabab

Fresh, minced and tender lamb blended with herbs and spices, hand rolled on a cast iron skewer, roasted to a light golden brown. A tandoor is a traditional clay oven used for cooking and baking in No

$15.00

Boti Kabab

Boneless cubes of tender lamb marinated in yogurt, fresh garlic and ginger and cooked in tandoor. A tandoor is a traditional clay oven used for cooking and baking in Northern India.

$16.00

Salmon Tandoori

Tender boneless morsels of Atlantic salmon marinated in a yogurt-mustard seed sauce, seasoned with ginger, garlic and fresh herbs, then baked to perfection in tandoor. A tandoor is a traditional clay

$19.00

Fish Tikka

A Tava signature dish. Fresh delicate pieces of whitefish marinated in a unique blend of spices and lemon juice, roasted in tandoor. A tandoor is a traditional clay oven used for cooking and baking i

$17.00

Samundri Mixed Grill

Salmon, catfish and whitefish marinated in yogurt sauce, roasted in a clay oven, served with roasted onion, fresh bell peppers, tomatoes and spicy chili peppers. A tandoor is a traditional clay oven

$19.00

Prawn Tandoori

Large prawns marinated in mild spices, roasted in a clay oven. A tandoor is a traditional clay oven used for cooking and baking in Northern India.

$19.00

Organic Selections

Organic Tandoori Chicken

Fresh whole skinless organic spring chicken marinated overnight with traditional natural herbs and organic yogurt, barbecued to perfection in a tandoor, served with grilled organic onions and organic

$12.00 - $18.00

Organic Chicken Makhani

A Tava signature dish. Clay oven half roasted fresh organic chicken cooked in organic creamy tomato sauce and organic butter with natural herbs. Organic dishes are served fresh daily, based on availa

$16.00

Rice Specialties

Steamed Basmati Rice

Fine quality long grain basmati rice imported from India. A vegan selection.

$3.50

Peas Pulao

Saffron-infused basmati rice steamed with green peas. A vegan selection.

$6.00

Kashmiri Pulao

Basmati rice with fruit and nuts seasoned with fresh saffron.

$8.00

Vegetable Dum Biryani

Vegetables in saffron-infused basmati rice richly flavored with exotic Indian herbs and served with cucumber raita yogurt. A vegan selection.

$11.00

Chicken Dum Biryani

Chicken in saffron-infused basmati rice richly flavored with exotic Indian herbs and served with cucumber raita yogurt.

$12.00

Lamb Dum Biryani

Lamb in saffron-infused basmati rice richly flavored with exotic Indian herbs and served with cucumber raita yogurt.

$14.00

Goat with Bone Dum Biryani

Goat with bone in saffron-infused basmati rice richly flavored with exotic Indian herbs and served with cucumber raita yogurt.

$14.00

Shrimp Dum Biryani

Shrimp in saffron-infused basmati rice richly flavored with exotic Indian herbs and served with cucumber raita yogurt.

$14.00

Combination Dum Biryani

A combination of chicken, lamb and shrimp in saffron-infused basmati rice richly flavored with exotic Indian herbs and served with cucumber raita yogurt.

$15.00

Breads

Plain Naan

Lightly leavened soft bread baked in tandoor.

$2.50

Garlic Naan

Lightly leavened soft bread baked in tandoor with fresh chopped garlic.

$3.50

Keema Naan

Lightly leavened soft bread baked in tandoor stuffed with minced lamb.

$5.00

Bullet Naan

Lightly leavened soft bread baked in tandoor stuffed with fresh chili peppers and cumin seeds. Spicy.

$3.50

Brett's Naan

Lightly leavened soft bread baked in tandoor stuffed with minced onions and garlic.

$3.50

Tava Signature Naan

Lightly leavened soft bread baked in tandoor with fresh chili peppers, onion, garlic, cumin and ajwain seeds.

$4.00

Paneer Kulcha

Lightly leavened stuffed bread baked in tandoor and stuffed with crumbled homemade paneer cheese.

$3.50

Piyazi Kulcha

Lightly leavened stuffed bread baked in tandoor and stuffed with finely chopped onions.

$3.50

Roti

Unleavened whole wheat bread baked in tandoor. A vegan selection.

$3.00

Plain Paratha V

Unleavened, layered whole wheat bread cooked in tandoor with olive oil.

$3.00

Aloo Paratha V

Unleavened, layered whole wheat bread cooked in tandoor and stuffed with mashed potatoes, spices and olive oil.

$3.50

Pudina Paratha V

Unleavened, layered whole wheat bread cooked in tandoor with olive oil and stuffed with mint.

$3.50

Patiala Paratha V

Unleavened, layered whole wheat bread cooked in tandoor with olive oil and sprinkled with aromatic ajwain seeds.

$3.50

Bread Basket

Assortment of piyazi kulcha, paneer kulcha, roti, garlic naan and plain naan.

$13.00

Accompaniments

Cucumber Raita

Chilled homemade yogurt blended with cucumber and garnished with roasted cumin seeds and cilantro.

$5.00

Dahi

Plain, low-fat homemade yogurt.

$4.00

Papad

A thin and crisp cumin-flavored lentil cracker roasted in an oven and served at room temperature. A vegan selection.

$3.00

Pickles

Assorted pickles in a tangy sauce. A vegan selection.

$4.00

Desserts

Ras Malai

A Tava signature dish. Paneer cheese marinated in Indian sweet cream.

$5.00

Gulub Jamun

Golden-fried dough balls, soaked in sweet saffrom syrup, served hot. A vegan selection.

$4.00

Desi Kheer

Fragrant rice pudding with raisins and almonds.

$4.00

Kulfi

A Tava signature dish. Traditional homemade Indian ice cream.

$4.00

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