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Tabla Indian Restaurant - San Mateo, CA

450 S Norfolk St, San Mateo, CA
Tabla special
Tabla Indian Restaurant - San Mateo CA

Featured Items

  • Vijayawada Boneless Chicken Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice and tender boneless chicken cooked with special spices from Vijayawada.

    $15.99
  • Garlic Naan

    Soft, white flour bread baked in a clay oven and topped with garlic.

    $3.99
  • Paneer Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with paneer cubes and aromatic spices.

    $14.99

Tabla special

Todays Specials

  • Goat Keema Curry

    Ground goat meat simmered in a rich, spicy gravy with aromatic spices.

    $19.99
  • Lamb Shank Biryani

    Tender, slow-cooked lamb shank served with fragrant, spiced basmati rice.

    $18.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Mutton Keema with Indian Bread

    Spicy minced mutton curry served with your choice of bread.

    $16.99
  • Goat Keema Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with spiced minced goat meat.

    $19.99
  • goat paya with naan

    $17.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • goat paya with parota

    $17.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Thalappakatti goat biryani

    $16.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • goat liver with parota

    $17.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • goat liver with naan

    $17.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • goat haleem

    $16.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Ambur chicken dum biryani

    $13.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • parota with cashew curry

    $12.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • veg pulao

    $11.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • red chicken curry

    $12.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • vernicilli kheer

    $4.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • butter milk

    $2.99
    OUT OF STOCK

Tabla Indian Restaurant - San Mateo CA

Soup

  • Veg Sweet Corn Soup

    $6.99
  • Chicken Sweet Corn Soup

    $7.99

Chaat Corner

  • Onion Samosa (6 pcs) (V)

    Crispy fried pastries filled with a burst of caramelized onions and fragrant spices.

    $6.99
  • Aloo Tikki

    Savory patties made with mashed potatoes, peas, and a blend of warming spices.

    $7.99
  • Aloo Tikki Chaat (V)

    Crispy spiced potato patty topped with creamy yogurt, tangy sauce, and fresh chopped onions, tomatoes, and cilantro.

    $8.99
  • Samosa (2 pc)

    Deep-fried pastries filled with a savory and flavorful mix of spiced potatoes and peas.

    $4.99
  • Samosa Chaat

    A flavorful mix of our crispy samosas, creamy yogurt, and tangy sauce topped with onions and tomatoes.

    $8.99
  • Dahi Vada

    Soft lentil dumplings soaked in yogurt and topped with tangy chutneys and spices.

    $7.99
  • Pav Bhaji

    Pav (Indian Bun) served with spicy mashed veggies and topped with butter.

    $7.99
  • Egg Ghotala with Pav

    Spicy scrambled eggs cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices, served with pav.

    $14.99

Veg Appetizer

  • Papad with Chutney Sampler

    Crispy lentil wafers served with tangy chutney.

    $3.99
  • Masala Papad

    Crispy lentil wafers topped with a cool and tangy mix of chopped onions, tomatoes, and cilantro.

    $4.99
  • Cut Mirchi

    Cut green peppers dipped in seasoned flour and golden fried.

    $7.99
  • Gobi 65 (Dry)

    Spicy cauliflower florets dipped in a seasoned batter and golden fried.

    $11.99
  • Gobi Manchurian

    Crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce.

    $11.99
  • Baby Corn Manchurian

    Sweet and tangy bites of baby corn, stir-fried in a flavorful sauce with a hint of spice.

    $11.99
  • Veg Dumpling (Momo) Manchurian

    Steamed veggie dumplings tossed in a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce.

    $11.99
  • Chili Paneer

    Cottage cheese fried & tossed with onion, and bell peppers in chili soya sauce

    $13.99
  • Chilli Baby Corn

    Baby corn fried and tossed with sauteed green chilies and garlic.

    $11.99
  • Karavepaku Paneer

    Creamy paneer cooked with curry leaves and spices.

    $13.99
  • Veg Platter

    Platter of Samosa(1 pc)/Veg Momo's(2 pc)/Chili Paneer/Baby Corn Manchuria.

    $19.99

Non-Veg Appetizer

  • Chicken Lollipops - Dry (5 pcs)

    Frenched chicken winglet marinated in spices, coated in zesty batter, and golden fried.

    $14.99
  • Chicken Lollipops - Wet(5 pcs)

    Frenched chicken winglet marinated in spices, coated in zesty batter, golden fried, and tossed in indo-chinese sauce.

    $14.99
  • Chicken 65 (Dry)

    Spicy bite-sized chicken pieces dipped in a batter and fried in Indo Chinese style.

    $12.99
  • Chicken 65 (Wet)

    Spicy, bite-sized chicken pieces dipped in a batter, fried crispy, and tossed in Indo-Chinese style sauce.

    $12.99
  • Chili Chicken

    Fried chicken sautéed with onions, bell peppers and chilies, indo-Chinese style.

    $13.99
  • Pepper Chicken

    Chunks of chicken cooked with crushed pepper flavored with tomato and onion sauce.

    $13.99
  • Karavepaku Chicken

    Chicken cooked in spices and curry leaves.

    $14.99
  • Karampodi Chicken

    Spicy, roasted chicken coated with a flavorful chili and lentil powder.

    $13.99
  • Goat Pepper Fry

    Spicy bone-in mutton pieces coated with Indian masala, pepper and fried to perfection.

    $16.99
  • Lamb Roast Boneless

    Tender, marinated boneless lamb slow-roasted to perfection, seasoned with aromatic spices.

    $16.99
  • Masala Grilled Fish

    Fresh fish marinated in a blend of flavorful spices, then grilled to perfection.

    $12.99
  • Amritsari Fish Pakora

    Tender fish pieces coated in a spiced chickpea batter and deep-fried to golden perfection.

    $14.99
  • Chilli Fish

    Fried fish sautéed with onions, bell peppers, and chilies, indo-Chinese style.

    $14.99
  • Apollo Fish

    Crispy fish bites tossed in a tangy and flavorful sauce.

    $14.99
  • Non-Veg Platter

    Chilli chicken, Lolipop chicken (1pc), Goat pepper fry, Amritsari fish pakora

    $19.99

Tandoori (Clay Oven) Sizzlers

  • Paneer Tikka Kebab

    Cottage cheese marinated with yogurt, flavorful spices, and grilled with chilies, and bell peppers.

    $14.99
  • Tandoori Chicken Leg

    Grilled bone-in chicken leg quarters marinated in yogurt, garlic, ginger, and fresh ground spices.

    $7.99
  • Chicken Tikka Kebab

    Chicken pieces marinated with spices and yogurt and grilled to perfection in a clay oven.

    $14.99
  • Banjara Chicken

    Boneless chicken is coated in the spicy marination of yogurt, and spices and then grilled in a clay over.

    $14.99
  • Hariyali Chicken Kebab

    Grilled chicken marinated in a blend of green herbs and spices.

    $14.99
  • Chicken Tiranga

    Grilled chicken marinated in three different flavorful sauces.

    $15.99
  • Lamb Seekh Kebab

    Minced lamb, onions, and herbs mixed with the chef’s special spices, rolled and skewered in a clay oven.

    $14.99

Tabla Biryanis

  • Hyderabadi Veg Dum Biryani

    Fragrant basmati rice layered with mixed vegetables and aromatic spices.

    $11.99
  • Ulavacharu Veg Dum Biryani

    Flavorful biryani with basmati rice and vegetables, cooked with tangy horse gram soup.

    $13.99
  • Gongura Veg Dum Biryani

    Long-grain basmati rice and vegetables cooked with tangy and spicy gongura leaves.

    $12.99
  • Aavakai Veg Dum Biryani

    Long-grain basmati rice and vegetables cooked with spicy mango pickle.

    $12.99
  • Paneer Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with paneer cubes and aromatic spices.

    $14.99
  • Ulavacharu Paneer Biryani

    Long-grain basmati rice and paneer cooked with tangy horse gram soup.

    $15.99
  • Egg Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with boiled eggs and aromatic spices.

    $13.99
  • Ulavacharu Egg Biryani

    Long-grain basmati rice and boiled eggs cooked with tangy horse gram soup.

    $14.99
  • Hyderabadi Chicken Dum Biryani

    Long-grain basmati rice and tender chicken pieces cooked with aromatic spices on low heat.

    $13.99
  • Ulavacharu Chicken Biryani

    Long-grain basmati rice and chicken cooked with tangy horse gram soup.

    $15.99
  • Gongura Chicken Dum Biryani

    Long-grain basmati rice and chicken cooked with tangy and spicy gongura leaves.

    $14.99
  • Aavakai Chicken Biryani

    Long-grain basmati rice and chicken cooked with spicy mango pickle.

    $14.99
  • Vijayawada Boneless Chicken Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice and tender boneless chicken cooked with special spices from Vijayawada.

    $15.99
  • Goat Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice layered with spicy and tender goat pieces, cooked with aromatic spices.

    $17.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Lamb Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with tender lamb pieces and aromatic spices.

    $16.99
  • Hyderabadi Goat Dum Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with tender goat pieces and aromatic spices.

    $15.99
  • Aavakai Goat Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with tender goat pieces and spicy mango pickle.

    $19.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Ulavacharu Goat Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with tender goat pieces and tangy horse gram soup.

    $16.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Gongura Goat Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with tender goat pieces and tangy gongura leaves.

    $19.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Goat Fry Biryani

    Fragrant basmati rice layered with spicy and tender goat fry pieces, cooked with aromatic spices.

    $16.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Fish Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with tender fish pieces and aromatic spices.

    $16.99
  • Shrimp Biryani

    Long-grain fragrant basmati rice cooked with succulent shrimp and aromatic spices.

    $16.99

Veg Curries

  • Dal Fry

    $9.99
  • Malai Kofta

    $12.99
  • Paneer Makhani (Paneer Butter Masala)

    $12.99
  • Paneer Tikka Masala

    $12.99
  • Channa Masala

    Chickpeas cooked with cut onion, tomato, and green chili along with spices.

    $10.99
  • Aloo Gobi Masala

    Potato and Cauliflower cooked in traditional spices.

    $11.99
  • Kadai Veg

    Assorted vegetables cooked with bell peppers, onions, and aromatic spices.

    $14.99
  • Navaratan Korma

    Creamy and mildly spiced curry with various types of vegetables, nuts, and fruits.

    $13.99
  • Kadai Paneer

    Paneer cubes cooked with bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices in a thick gravy.

    $14.99
  • Palak Paneer

    Paneer cubes cooked in a creamy spinach gravy, flavored with spices.

    $14.99
  • Bhindi Masala

    Okra Stir Fried with spices and onions.

    $12.99
  • Baingan Bartha

    Baingan bharta is THE eggplant dish that will make you fall in love with eggplant! It's a smoky eggplant mash mixed with a flavorful blend of garlic, ginger, spices, and tomatoes.

    $12.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Bhindi Fry

    Crispy fried okra seasoned with spices for a delicious crunch.

    $12.99

Non-Veg Curries

  • Egg Masala Curry

    Hard-boiled eggs cooked in a flavorful tomato-based gravy with aromatic spices.

    $12.99
  • Egg Ghotala

    Spicy scrambled eggs cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices.

    $14.99
  • Butter Chicken

    Tender pieces of chicken cooked in a rich and creamy tomato-based sauce, with butter and aromatic spices.

    $14.99
  • Chicken Tikka Masala

    Chicken breast marinated in special Indian spices is first cooked in a tandoor and then simmered in creamy and tangy Indian gravy.

    $14.99
  • Andhra Chicken Curry

    Chicken pieces cooked with tomatoes, onions, herbs in Andhra style spices.

    $14.99
  • Chicken Chettinadu

    Boneless Chicken Pieces Cooked with Tomatoes, Onions, Herbs and Chettinad style spices.

    $14.99
  • Kadai Chicken

    Tender chicken cooked with bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices in a thick gravy.

    $14.99
  • Gongura Chicken Curry

    Spicy chicken curry cooked with tangy gongura (sorrel) leaves.

    $15.99
  • Gongura Goat Curry

    Tender goat simmered with tangy gongura leaves and aromatic spices.

    $16.99
  • Kadai Goat

    Tender goat meat cooked in a spicy, tangy tomato-based gravy with aromatic spices and bell peppers.

    $16.99
  • Goat Pepper Curry

    Tender goat cooked in a bold, peppery gravy with aromatic spices.

    $16.99
  • Lamb Curry

    Tender pieces of lamb cooked in a flavorful and aromatic gravy.

    $17.99
  • Fish Masala

    Fish fillets cooked in a spicy and flavorful tomato-based gravy.

    $15.99
  • Shrimp Masala

    Juicy shrimp cooked in a flavorful blend of spices and tomatoes.

    $15.99
  • Goat Curry

    Tender pieces of goat meat cooked in a flavorful and aromatic gravy.

    $16.99

Indian Breads

  • Tandoori Roti

    Whole wheat flatbread baked in a clay oven.

    $3.49
  • Butter Roti

    Whole wheat flatbread baked in a clay oven and topped with butter.

    $3.49
  • Plain Naan

    Soft, white flour bread baked in a clay oven.

    $2.99
  • Butter Naan

    Soft, white flour bread baked in a clay oven and topped with butter.

    $3.99
  • Garlic Naan

    Soft, white flour bread baked in a clay oven and topped with garlic.

    $3.99
  • Chilli Garlic Naan

    Soft, white flour bread baked in a clay oven, topped with garlic and chili.

    $3.99
  • Bullet Naan

    Soft, white flour bread baked in a clay oven, topped with green chilies for an extra spicy kick.

    $3.99
  • Cheese Naan

    Fluffy Indian bread stuffed with cheese.

    $3.99
  • Cheese Garlic Naan

    Fluffy Indian bread stuffed with cheese and topped with garlic.

    $3.99
  • Bread Basket

    Assorted selection of fresh Indian breads.

    $9.99
  • Chilli Cheese Naan

    Soft, oven-baked naan stuffed with melted cheese and spicy chili.

    $3.99
  • Chapathi (2 pcs)

    Soft, whole wheat flatbread cooked on a griddle.

    $2.99

Indo Chinese

  • Veg Fried Rice

    Stir-fried rice with mixed vegetables, seasoned with soy sauce and spices.

    $11.99
  • Egg Fried Rice

    Stir-fried rice with scrambled eggs, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, and spices.

    $12.99
  • Chicken Fried Rice

    Stir-fried rice with diced chicken, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, and spices.

    $13.99
  • Shrimp Fried Rice

    Stir-fried rice with shrimp, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, and spices.

    $14.99
  • Veg Noodles

    Stir-fried noodles with mixed vegetables, seasoned with soy sauce and spices.

    $11.99
  • Egg Noodles

    Stir-fried noodles with scrambled eggs, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, and spices.

    $12.99
  • Chicken Noodles

    Stir-fried noodles with tender chicken pieces, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, and spices.

    $14.00
  • Shrimp Noodles

    Stir-fried noodles with shrimp, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, and spices.

    $14.99

Tiffins

  • Idli (3 pc) (V)

    Steamed rice cakes, soft and fluffy, served with sambar and chutney.

    $6.99
  • Sambar Idli (2)

    Soft, fluffy rice cakes served with a tangy and spicy lentil soup (sambar).

    $7.99
  • Sambar Vada (2 pc)

    Crispy lentil donuts soaked in flavorful sambar.

    $8.99
  • Medu Vada

    Crispy, savory South Indian lentil donut, typically served with sambar and chutney.

    $7.99
  • Idli vada (2-Idli, 1-Vada)

    Soft steamed rice cakes served with crispy lentil fritters, accompanied by coconut chutney and sambar.

    $8.99
  • Poori (2 pc) with Channa

    Deep-fried bread served with spicy chickpea curry.

    $11.99
  • Poori (2 pc) with Bhaji

    Fluffy, deep-fried bread served with a flavorful spiced potato curry.

    $11.99
  • Chole Bhatura

    Deep-fried bread served with spicy chickpea curry.

    $11.99
  • Parota with Veg Koorma

    Layered, flaky flatbread served with a creamy mixed vegetable curry.

    $12.99
  • Parota with Goat Curry

    Layered, flaky flatbread served with flavorful goat curry.

    $17.99
  • Parota with Chicken Curry

    Layered, flaky flatbread served with spicy chicken curry.

    $14.99

Dosa Junction

  • Paper Dosa - 70 mm Dosa (V)

    Extra-thin and crispy dosa, served with chutney and sambar.

    $14.99
  • Plain Dosa

    Thin, crispy South Indian crepe made from fermented rice and lentil batter.

    $9.99
  • Masala Dosa

    Crispy dosa filled with a spiced potato mixture, served with chutney and sambar.

    $10.99
  • Mysore Masala Dosa

    A spicy version of the classic dosa, filled with a flavorful potato mixture in mysore seasoning and served with chutney and sambar.

    $11.99
  • Mysore Sada Dosa

    Crispy dosa spread with a spicy red chutney.

    $10.99
  • Onion Dosa

    Crispy dosa topped with sautéed onions and spices.

    $10.99
  • Onion Masala Dosa

    Crispy dosa filled with a spiced potato mixture and topped with sautéed onions.

    $11.99
  • Spring Dosa (V) (J)

    Crispy dosa filled with fresh vegetables and herbs.

    $10.99
  • Jini Dosa

    Crispy dosa filled with a spicy mix of vegetables and cheese, drizzled with tangy sauces.

    $14.99
  • Set Dosa/ Kal Dosa (2 pcs) (V)

    Soft, thick rice pancakes served in a set.

    $8.99
  • Pav Bhaji Dosa

    A crispy dosa filled with the rich and spicy mixture of pav bhaji.

    $12.99
  • Rava Dosa (V)

    Crispy South Indian crepe made from semolina and rice flour.

    $10.99
  • Onion Rava Dosa

    Thin, crispy dosa made with semolina and topped with sautéed onions.

    $11.99
  • Onion Rava Masala Dosa

    Crisp semolina dosa filled with spiced potato and topped with sautéed onions.

    $12.99
  • Rava Masala Dosa

    Crispy dosa made with semolina, filled with a spiced potato mixture, and served with chutney and sambar.

    $11.99
  • Podi Dosa

    Crispy dosa sprinkled with flavorful lentil powder.

    $10.99
  • Podi Masala Dosa

    Crispy dosa filled with a spiced potato mixture and topped with aromatic lentil powder.

    $11.99
  • Egg Dosa

    Crispy dosa layered with a perfectly cooked egg.

    $11.99
  • Chicken Dosa

    Crispy dosa filled with spiced chicken, combining South Indian and flavorful chicken curry.

    $12.99
  • Uthappam (V)

    Thick, savory South Indian pancake made from fermented rice and lentil batter, typically topped with vegetables

    $10.99
  • Andhra Spicy Uthappam

    Thick, soft pancake topped with spicy Andhra-style chili paste and vegetables

    $11.99
  • Tabla Special Uthappam

    Any 3 toppings (Onions, Chillis, Tomotos, Carrot, Cheese, Bell Pepper) and each extra item /toppings will be $0.50 extra after 3 toppings.

    $12.99
  • Chilli Cheese Dosa

    Crispy dosa filled with melted cheese and spicy chili.

    $12.99
  • Paneer Dosa

    Crispy dosa filled with creamy paneer, and seasoned with spices.

    $12.99
  • Ghee Roast Dosa

    Crispy, golden dosa cooked with a spread of ghee.

    $11.99
  • Andhra Spicy Dosa

    Crispy dosa spread with a fiery Andhra-style chili paste.

    $10.99
  • Andhra Spicy Masala Dosa

    Crispy dosa spread with spicy Andhra chili paste and filled with a flavorful potato masala.

    $11.99

Kids Menu

  • Chicken Nuggets with Fries

    Tender and crispy bite-sized pieces of chicken golden-fried and served with crispy golden potato fries.

    $6.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • French Fries

    $4.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Kids Mini Puri

    Bite-sized, crispy round shaped puris served with a side of flavorful curry.

    $6.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Kids Chocolate Dosa

    A sweet variation of south Indian crepe filled with melted chocolate.

    $7.99
  • Kids Paneer Dosa

    Crispy South Indian crepe filled with soft paneer.

    $7.99
  • Kids Cone Dosa

    Thin, crispy South Indian cone-shaped crepe made from fermented rice and lentil batter.

    $7.99
  • Kids Cheese Dosa

    Crispy dosa filled with melted cheese.

    $7.99

Sides and Extras

  • Basmati Rice

    Long-grain aromatic steam rice.

    $2.99
  • Biryani Rice

    Fragrant basmati rice cooked with aromatic spices and herbs.

    $4.99
  • Jeera Rice

    Long-grain steamed basmati rice flavored with cumin seeds.

    $7.99
  • Extra Bhatura (1 pc)

    Fluffy, deep-fried bread made from fermented dough.

    $4.99
  • Extra Poori (1 pc)

    Soft, puffy, deep-fried bread made from unleavened wheat flour dough.

    $2.99
  • Extra Ratiha

    $0.99
  • Mint Chutney

    $3.99
  • Tamarind

    $3.99
  • Coconut Chutney

    Creamy and refreshing chutney made with grated coconut, green chilies, and spices.

    $1.99
  • Curd Rice

    Creamy rice mixed with yogurt and tempered with spices.

    $3.99
  • Extra Chapathi (1 pc)

    Soft, whole wheat flatbread.

    $1.99
  • Extra Coconut Chutney

    Creamy and refreshing chutney made with grated coconut, green chilies, and spices.

    $2.99
  • Extra Lemons and Onions

    $0.99
  • Extra Parota

    Flaky, layered flatbread, golden and crispy.

    $3.99
  • Extra Pav

    Soft, fluffy bread rolls.

    $1.49
  • Extra Potato Bhaji

    $0.75
  • Extra Potato Masala for Dosa

    $0.75
  • Extra Salan

    $0.99
  • Extra Sambar

    $2.99
  • Extra Tomato Chutney

    $2.99
  • Veg Salad Plate

    $4.99
  • White Rice

    $2.99

Drinks

  • Coke

    $1.99
  • Mango Lassi

    $3.99
    OUT OF STOCK
  • Thumsup

    $2.99
  • Limca

    $2.99
  • Diet Coke

    $1.99
  • Sprite

    $1.99
  • Coke Zero

    $1.99
    OUT OF STOCK

Desert

  • Gulab Jamun (3 pc)

    Soft, sweet dumplings soaked in a fragrant sugar syrup, a classic Indian dessert.

    $4.99
  • Rasmalai (3 pc)

    Soft, creamy cheese discs soaked in sweetened milk and flavored with cardamom, topped with nuts.

    $4.99

Tabla Indian Restaurant - San Mateo, CA Location and Ordering Hours

(650) 393-4338
450 S Norfolk St, San Mateo, CA 94401
Open now • Closes at 9:15PM
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