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Amma's South Indian Cuisine - Walnut St. 1500 Walnut Street
1500 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Jeeragasamba Biriyani
Jeeragasamba Goat Biriyani
A royal feast of tender mutton layered with Jeeragasamba rice, slow-simmered with caramelized onions, mint, and Amma’s signature biriyani masala$28.99Jeeragasamba Chicken Biriyani
Tender chicken pieces slow-cooked with Jeeragasamba rice and a blend of aromatic South Indian spices$26.99
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SOUPS
A comforting selection of traditional South Indian broths and soups — light, flavorful, and soul-warming.
APPETIZERS
Begin your meal with our signature range of flavorful small plates — a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary Indian tastes
SPINACH ONION PAKODA
$13.00MEDHU VADAI
$14.00PUNUGULU
$14.00VEG SAMOSA
$13.00MASALA KEERAI VADAI
$13.00SPICY PODI IDLY
$14.00GOBI MANCHURIAN
$15.00CHILLI PANEER
$19.00CHICKEN CHUKKA
$19.00CHICKEN PEPPER VARUVAL
$19.00CHICKEN 65
$19.00EGG CHICKEN 65
$19.00ERA THOKKU
$22.00POMFRET PODI VARUVAL
$22.00GOAT CHUKKA
$25.00LAMB CHUKKA
$25.00
CRUNCH & CHAAT
A vibrant mix of India’s favorite street snacks — crispy, tangy, and bursting with flavor
AMMA'S SIGNATURE FLAME
Our house-special tandoori selections — marinated in traditional spices and roasted in clay ovens for that smoky, flame-kissed flavor
KOTHU PAROTTA
Flaky layered parotta chopped and tossed on a hot griddle with bold spices, curry sauce, and your choice of vegetables, egg, or chicken
AMMA'S SPECIAL COMBO
AMMA'S SIGNATURE BIRYANIS
Our house-special biriyani slow-cooked with fragrant basmati rice, hand-ground spices, and Amma’s timeless touch. Rich in aroma, layered with flavor, and served with raita for the perfect comforting meal.
SOUTH INDIAN RICE BOWLS
Comforting South Indian rice favorites made with Amma’s homestyle touch
VEG TIFFIN
A comforting collection of South Indian breakfast favorites — soft idlis, crispy vadas, and hearty pongal combinations served with chutneys and sambar
SOULFUL DOSA
A curated collection of South India’s favorite dosas — crisp, golden crepes made from fermented rice and lentil batter, served with chutneys and sambar
ENTREES
A delightful selection of classic and regional South Indian curries crafted with rich spices, coconut gravies, and home-style recipes — perfect to pair with our breads or flavored rice.
BUTTER GARLIC DAL
$20.00SPINACH DAL
$20.00TOMATO DAL
$20.00GONGURA DAL
$20.00VEGETABLE KURMA
$21.00ENNAI KATHIRIKAI KUZHAMBU
$21.00KALYANA SAMBAR
$21.00VEGETABLE VINDALOO
$21.00CHANNA MASALA
$21.00SAAG PANEER
$22.00PANEER BUTTER MASALA
$22.00PANEER TIKKA MASALA
$22.00EGG KURMA
$22.00CHICKEN KURMA
$25.00CHICKEN SAAG
$25.00CHICKEN CHETTINAD
$25.00CHICKEN VINDALOO
$25.00CHICKEN THALASSERI
$25.00CHICKEN GONGURA
$25.00VARUTHARACHA CHICKEN CURRY
$25.00BUTTER CHICKEN
$25.00CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA
$25.00LAMB KURMA
$28.00LAMB CHETTINAD
$28.00KONGU NADU LAMB KUZAMBU
$28.00LAMB THALASSERI
$28.00LAMB GONGURA
$28.00LAMB SAAG
$28.00LAMB VINDALOO
$28.00LAMB BUTTER MASALA
$28.00LAMB TIKKA MASALA
$28.00GOAT KURMA (BONE-IN)
$28.00GOAT CHETTINAD (BONE-IN)
$28.00KONGU NADU GOAT KUZHAMBU (BONE-IN)
$28.00GOAT THALASSERI (BONE-IN)
$28.00GOAT GONGURA (BONE-IN)
$28.00GOAT SAAG (BONE-IN)
$28.00GOAT VINDALOO (BONE-IN)
$28.00GOAT BUTTER MASALA (BONE-IN)
$28.00GOAT TIKKA MASALA (BONE-IN)
$28.00MALABAR FISH CURRY
$31.00TAMARIND FISH CURRY
$31.00SHRIMP CHETTINAD
$31.00SHRIMP MOILEE
$31.00SHRIMP THALASSERI
$31.00SHRIMP GONGURA
$31.00SHRIMP SAAG
$31.00SHRIMP VINDALOO
$31.00SHRIMP BUTTER MASALA
$31.00SHRIMP TIKKA MASALA
$31.00LOBSTER MOILEE
$35.00
BREADS
Freshly baked and griddled Indian breads — the perfect complement to our curries and gravies
KIDS SPECIAL
A selection of mild, comforting dishes crafted especially for our little guests
AMMA'S SIGNATURE DESSERT
A sweet finale to your South Indian feast from traditional classics to modern indulgences, each dessert is crafted with love and a touch of Amma’s warmth
TRADITIONAL DRINKS
Sip, swirl, or cool off — from crafted tropical mocktails to our signature mango lassi, every drink is made to perfectly complement your meal
CAULIFLOWER STEAK
$23.00
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