Best of South Indian Cuisine
At The Madras Diaries, we create an atmosphere that takes you on a nostalgic ride and offers a culinary treat for all the senses. Take a look at our meticulously prepared menu featuring must-try dishes and favourites from the Indian foodscape.
ALLERGEN INFORMATION
EGGS
GLUTEN
MUSTARD
NUTS
MILK
CRUSTACEANS
FISH
SESAME
Note: If you have any allergens or intolerances, Please speak to a member of our team about requirements while placing your order.
Take your pick from our range of broth and soup, simmered to perfection in authentic Indian spices to uplift and elevate the first course of your culinary journey.
VEGETARIAN
MILAGU RASAM 
A great start to any meal or even had by itself, spiced broth simmered with coriander, cumin and a generous sprinkle of crushed peppercorns
€ 4.50
A simple yet delicious broth of tomato, with tartness from tamarind a subtle kick of chilli.
€ 4.50
NON-VEGETARIAN
KOZHI KURMILAGU CHAARU
Elevate your palate with fragrant chicken extract and a hint of freshly crushed black pepper.
€ 4.95
NANDU RASAM
Sea crab simmered in tantalizingly spicy broth, packed with Indian herbs and spices.
€ 5.95
Transition to the main course with a plate of delicious appetizers, curated from the best of Indian cuisine and culture, served with delicious dips.
VEGETARIAN
Kindly note that our dips and chutneys might contain some allergens. Do check with our team members while placing your order.
Crunchy fritters of fresh spinach, lentils and fennel fried to perfection.
€ 7.00
A delectable Indian savoury doughnut, crispy on the outside and pillowy soft on the inside.
€ 7.00
SAMBAR VADAI
Pillowy soft lentil doughnut dunked in spicy sambar a popular South Indian snack that can be enjoyed as an all-day treat
€ 7.50
THOTAKURA UNDALU
An Andhra-style delicacy of deep-fried balls of spinach leaves, a scrumptious starter.
€ 7.00
The king of bondas, spiced potato masala encased in flour batter and fried golden.
€ 7.50
PODI BONDA
Crispy fried lentil balls tossed in a spicy blend of South Indian gunpowder.
€ 8.50
MINI PODI IDLY (14 pcs)
A choice of steamed idly (steamed rice cakes) tossed in spiced gunpowder – roasted and spiced dal with a drizzle of aromatic homemade ghee.
€ 8.50
BEETROOT KOLA URUNDAI
Subtle sweet beet meets spiced lentil and earthy nuts to form a delicious kofta, deep-fried to perfection.
€ 10.00
Deep fried fritters of onion rings an indispensable tea time treat in South India.
€ 7.50
MILAGAI BAJJI
Deep fried fritters of mild banana peppers an indispensable tea time treat in South India.
€ 7.50
ONION MUNDRI PAKODA
Batter fried scrumptious snack of slivered onions in lentil flour, curry leaves, cashewnuts and subtle spice; crispy and irresistible.
€ 10.00
VEGETABLE SAMOSA
Pockets of crispy pastry with a delicious veggie stuffing.
€ 8.00
PANEER GHEE ROAST
A Mangalorean specialty of cottage cheese simmered in slow roasted chilli, select spices and a douse of aromatic clarified butter. This one is a must-try!
€ 14.00
THANJAVUR MASALA UPPU URUNDAI
A humble and hearty dish from the Tanjore district of Tamil Nadu rice dumplings steamed and tossed in spice mix.
€ 11.00
Crispy batter-fried cauliflower, scrumptiously crispy and delicious.
€ 10.00
VEG SAMPLER
( 2 MEDU VADAIS, 2 SAMOSAS, 2 KEERAI VADAIS, 2 BEETROOT KOLA URUNDAI )
A perfect platter of our savoured starters, a bit of each to liven your palate.
€ 17.00
KIDS SAMPLER
(HOME MADE CHEESE CORN BALLS, POTATO CHAAT & FRUIT SAMOSA)
A kid-friendly delicious meal of our special starters – homemade cheese corn balls, mildly spiced fried potato and delicious fruit pockets.
€ 14.00
NON-VEGETARIAN
Kindly note that our dips and chutneys might contain some allergens. Do check with our team members while placing your order.
KOZHI MILAGU (BONELESS)
A peppery treat of boneless chicken tossed in crushed black pepper, fennel and aromats.
€ 14.00
CHICKEN LOLLIPOP
Chicken wings, dressed and prepped in a spiced batter and deep-fried; a delightful dish for all ages.
€ 11.00
KORI GHEE ROAST (BONELESS)
A Mangalorean Bunt specialty of diced chicken simmered in slow roasted chilli, select spices and a douse of aromatic clarified butter, packed with flavour and spice.
€ 14.00
KORI KEMPU BEZULE (BONELESS)
Julienne chicken fried in a traditional Mangalorean marinade of freshly ground spice, yogurt and a kick of green chilli.
€ 12.00
MANGALOREAN MUTTON CHUKKA
Decadently delicious dish of tender mutton cooked with coastal flair in a coriander and spice masala.
€ 16.00
NANDU DOSA
Rice crêpe stuffed with a lip-smacking spicy mash of soft crab meat and Indian garnishes.
€ 15.00
NANDU PUTTU
Succulent crab meat steamed and served with fresh herbs and subtle spice.
€ 14.00
MEEN POLICHATHU
A delightful preparation of fish generously coated with a spicy tomato and onion masala, wrapped in banana leaf and then steamed to soft perfection.
€ 18.00
KARUVEPILLAI MEEN KUTCHI VARUVAL
Fish fingers marinated in a delicious masala of curry leaves and home ground spices, tossed to a crispy perfection.
€ 14.00