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Traditional & Tasty Indian Appetizers

Roots Indian Bistro

By Roots Indian Bistro

  • 7265 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046

5.0 (19 reviews)

These appetizers are a vibrant array of true Indian flavors, bursting with savory goodness and perfect for setting the stage for a unforgettable meal!

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Menu: $12.60

Staff Pick

Menu checked for nuts.

Unless an item is explicitly tagged with (N), everything else on this menu is nut free.

Disclaimer: restaurant carries nuts, so there is risk of cross contamination.

Choice of Appetizers

Extra appetizers available for $4.20 per person

Choose 3

  • Vegan Samosas VG +$0.30

    With potatoes and spices. Served with tamarind sauce

  • Aloo Tikki VG GF

    Potato patties with cumin and spices

  • Bhel Puri VG

    Puffed rice & chickpea with potatoes, onions, serrano chili sauce, and tamarind

  • Onion Pakora VG GF

    Onions tossed in chickpea batter and spices

  • Saucy Wings GF +$2.80

    Tandoor wings. Tossed in butter chicken sauce

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Individual Appetizers

  • Order of Samosas VG 2 pieces

    With potatoes and spices. Served with tamarind sauce

    $7.00

  • Order of Onion Pakora VG GF Serves ~2 per order

    Onions tossed in chickpea batter and spices

    $8.00

  • Order of Bhel Puri VG Serves ~2 per order

    Puffed rice & chickpea with potatoes, onions, serrano chili sauce, and tamarind

    $10.00

  • Order of Order of Aloo Tikki VG GF 2 pieces

    Potato patties with cumin and spices

    $7.00

  • Order of Saucy Wings GF 5-6 pieces

    Tandoor wings. Tossed in butter chicken sauce

    $14.00

Boxed Lunches

Includes rice and plain naan (naan is not gluten-free)

  • Paneer Tikka Masala Curry Boxed Lunch V GF

    Mixture of spices in rich tomato & onion puree with cream & fenugreek

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Veggies Tikka Masala Curry Boxed Lunch V GF

    Mixture of spices in rich tomato & onion puree with cream & fenugreek

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Tofu Tikka Masala Curry Boxed Lunch V GF

    Mixture of spices in rich tomato & onion puree with cream & fenugreek

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Chicken Tikka Masala Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixture of spices in rich tomato & onion puree with cream & fenugreek

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Lamb Tikka Masala Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixture of spices in rich tomato & onion puree with cream & fenugreek

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Shrimp Tikka Masala Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixture of spices in rich tomato & onion puree with cream & fenugreek

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Fish Tikka Masala Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixture of spices in rich tomato & onion puree with cream & fenugreek

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Aloo Gobi Vegan Entree Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Cauliflower and potatoes sautéed with tomatoes, ginger, & spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Chana Masala Vegan Entree Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Chickpeas prepared in onions, garlic & tomatoes with spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Market Vegetables Vegan Entree Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Cauliflower, carrots, potatoes, green peas sautéed with onions, ginger & green chili

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Daal Vegan Entree Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Indian lentils simmered with tomatoes, ginger, green chili

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Paneer Vindaloo Curry Boxed Lunch V GF

    Zesty curry sauce with tomatoes, onions, potatoes, paprika, lime juice & spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Veggies Vindaloo Curry Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Zesty curry sauce with tomatoes, onions, potatoes, paprika, lime juice & spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Tofu Vindaloo Curry Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Zesty curry sauce with tomatoes, onions, potatoes, paprika, lime juice & spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Chicken Vindaloo Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Zesty curry sauce with tomatoes, onions, potatoes, paprika, lime juice & spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Lamb Vindaloo Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Zesty curry sauce with tomatoes, onions, potatoes, paprika, lime juice & spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Shrimp Vindaloo Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Zesty curry sauce with tomatoes, onions, potatoes, paprika, lime juice & spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Fish Vindaloo Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Zesty curry sauce with tomatoes, onions, potatoes, paprika, lime juice & spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Paneer Malai Kofta Boxed Lunch V GF

    Mixed vegetable balls in tomato, onion, ginger, garlic & saffron rice

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Veggies Malai Kofta Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Mixed vegetable balls in tomato, onion, ginger, garlic & saffron rice

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Tofu Malai Kofta Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Mixed vegetable balls in tomato, onion, ginger, garlic & saffron rice

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Chicken Malai Kofta Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixed vegetable balls in tomato, onion, ginger, garlic & saffron rice

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Lamb Malai Kofta Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixed vegetable balls in tomato, onion, ginger, garlic & saffron rice

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Shrimp Malai Kofta Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixed vegetable balls in tomato, onion, ginger, garlic & saffron rice

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Fish Malai Kofta Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixed vegetable balls in tomato, onion, ginger, garlic & saffron rice

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Paneer Classic Punjabi Curry Boxed Lunch V GF

    Zesty sauce with onions, ginger & aromatic spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Veggies Classic Punjabi Curry Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Zesty sauce with onions, ginger & aromatic spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Tofu Classic Punjabi Curry Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Zesty sauce with onions, ginger & aromatic spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Chicken Classic Punjabi Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Zesty sauce with onions, ginger & aromatic spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Lamb Classic Punjabi Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Zesty sauce with onions, ginger & aromatic spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Shrimp Classic Punjabi Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Zesty sauce with onions, ginger & aromatic spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Fish Classic Punjabi Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Zesty sauce with onions, ginger & aromatic spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Butter Chicken Chicken Entree Boxed Lunch GF

    Tandoor-cooked chicken served in tomato saffron sauce

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Grilled Chicken Tikka Chicken Entree Boxed Lunch GF

    Marinated in yogurt & spices, barbecued to perfection

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Tandoori Chicken Entree Boxed Lunch GF

    Bone-in chicken marinated in yogurt & spices. Served with masala sauce

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Paneer Nirvana Curry Boxed Lunch V GF

    Mixture of spices with chopped red onions, bell peppers & coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Veggies Nirvana Curry Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Mixture of spices with chopped red onions, bell peppers & coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Tofu Nirvana Curry Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Mixture of spices with chopped red onions, bell peppers & coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Chicken Nirvana Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixture of spices with chopped red onions, bell peppers & coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Lamb Nirvana Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixture of spices with chopped red onions, bell peppers & coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Shrimp Nirvana Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixture of spices with chopped red onions, bell peppers & coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Fish Nirvana Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Mixture of spices with chopped red onions, bell peppers & coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Paneer Saag Curry Boxed Lunch V GF

    Puree of spinach with ginger, garlic & roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Veggies Saag Curry Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Puree of spinach with ginger, garlic & roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Tofu Saag Curry Boxed Lunch VG GF

    Puree of spinach with ginger, garlic & roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Chicken Saag Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Puree of spinach with ginger, garlic & roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Lamb Saag Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Puree of spinach with ginger, garlic & roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Shrimp Saag Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Puree of spinach with ginger, garlic & roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Fish Saag Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Puree of spinach with ginger, garlic & roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Paneer Korma Curry Boxed Lunch V GF

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Veggies Korma Curry Boxed Lunch V GF

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Tofu Korma Curry Boxed Lunch V GF

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Chicken Korma Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Lamb Korma Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Shrimp Korma Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

  • Fish Korma Curry Boxed Lunch GF

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $16.50

Appetizers

  • Medium Tray of Vegan Samosas VG 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With potatoes and spices. Served with tamarind sauce

    $45.00

  • Medium Tray of Aloo Tikki VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Potato patties with cumin and spices

    $42.00

  • Medium Tray of Bhel Puri VG 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Puffed rice & chickpea with potatoes, onions, serrano chili sauce, and tamarind

    $42.00

  • Medium Tray of Onion Pakora VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Onions tossed in chickpea batter and spices

    $40.00

  • Medium Tray of Saucy Wings GF 2 other sizes available 30 wings

    Tandoor wings. Tossed in butter chicken sauce

    $70.00

Chicken Entrees

  • Medium Tray of Butter Chicken GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Marinated tandoor cooked chicken in tomato curry saffron sauce

    Choice of Spice Level

    $110.00

  • Medium Tray of Grilled Chicken Tikka GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Strips of boneless chicken in homemade sauce

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Chicken Classic Punjabi Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With onions, ginger, and aromatic spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Chicken Nirvana Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With chopped red onions, bell peppers, spices, and coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Chicken Saag Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spinach puree with ginger, garlic, and roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Chicken Tikka Masala Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Tomato & onion puree with cream, fenugreek, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Chicken Vindaloo Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With tomatoes, onions, potatoes, paprika, lime juice, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Chicken Korma Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Tandoori Chicken GF 1 other size available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Bone-in chicken in yogurt and spices

    $130.00

Lamb Entrees

Lamb entrees do not include rice

  • Medium Tray of Spiced Lamb GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Lamb chunks with garlic, cilantro, and black pepper

    Choice of Spice Level

    $125.00

  • Medium Tray of Lamb Nirvana Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With chopped red onions, bell peppers, spices, and coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $125.00

  • Medium Tray of Lamb Classic Punjabi Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With onions, ginger, and aromatic spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $125.00

  • Medium Tray of Lamb Saag Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spinach puree with ginger, garlic, and roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $125.00

  • Medium Tray of Lamb Tikka Masala Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Tomato & onion puree with cream, fenugreek, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $125.00

  • Medium Tray of Lamb Vindaloo Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With tomatoes, onions, potatoes, paprika, lime juice, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $125.00

  • Medium Tray of Lamb Korma Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $125.00

Seafood Entrees

  • Medium Tray of Fish Tikka Masala Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Tomato & onion puree with cream, fenugreek, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $130.00

  • Medium Tray of Shrimp Tikka Masala Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Tomato & onion puree with cream, fenugreek, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $130.00

  • Medium Tray of Fish Nirvana Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With chopped red onions, bell peppers, spices, and coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $130.00

  • Medium Tray of Fish Korma Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $130.00

  • Medium Tray of Tandoori Fish GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Salmon marinated in homemade sauce

    Choice of Spice Level

    $130.00

  • Medium Tray of Shrimp Nirvana Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With chopped red onions, bell peppers, spices, and coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $130.00

  • Medium Tray of Shrimp Korma Curry GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $130.00

Vegan & Vegetarian Entrees

  • Medium Tray of Aloo Gobi VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Cauliflower & potatoes sautted with tomatoes, ginger, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $90.00

  • Medium Tray of Paneer Saag Curry V GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spinach puree with ginger, garlic, and roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Market Vegetables VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With cauliflower, carrots, potatoes, green peas, onions, ginger, and green chili

    Choice of Spice Level

    $95.00

  • Medium Tray of Veggies Saag Curry VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spinach puree with ginger, garlic, and roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Malai Kofta VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Mixed vegetable balls in fresh tomato, onion, ginger, garlic, and saffron sauce

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Tofu Tikka Masala Curry V GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Tomato & onion puree with cream, fenugreek, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Daal VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Indian lentils with tomatoes, ginger, and garlic

    Choice of Spice Level

    $90.00

  • Medium Tray of Veggies Tikka Masala Curry V GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Tomato & onion puree with cream, fenugreek, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Chana Masala VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Chickpeas in onions, garlic, tomatoes, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $95.00

  • Medium Tray of Veggies Nirvana Curry VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With chopped red onions, bell peppers, spices, and coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Veggies Classic Punjabi Curry VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With onions, ginger, and aromatic spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Tofu Saag Curry VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spinach puree with ginger, garlic, and roasted cumin

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Paneer Korma Curry V GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Veggie Vindaloo Curry VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With tomatoes, onions, potatoes, paprika, lime juice, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Paneer Tikka Masala Curry V GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Tomato & onion puree with cream, fenugreek, and spices

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Paneer Nirvana Curry V GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With chopped red onions, bell peppers, spices, and coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Tofu Nirvana Curry VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With chopped red onions, bell peppers, spices, and coconut milk

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Veggies Korma Curry V GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

  • Medium Tray of Tofu Korma Curry V GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Spiced onion puree with cream

    Choice of Spice Level

    $105.00

Rice & Biryani

  • Medium Tray of Basmati Rice VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    $40.00

  • Medium Tray of Chicken Biryani GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Rice in homemade tomato and onion-based sauce

    $115.00

  • Medium Tray of Lamb Biryani GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Rice in homemade tomato and onion-based sauce

    $115.00

  • Medium Tray of Veggies Biryani VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Rice in homemade tomato and onion-based sauce

    $115.00

Bread & Sides

  • Medium Tray of Garlic Naan V 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Leavened flatbread with garlic

    $40.00

  • Medium Tray of Naan VG 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Leavened flatbread cooked in a clay oven

    $40.00

  • Medium Tray of Cheese Naan V 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Baked bread with mozzarella cheese

    $55.00

  • Medium Tray of Cucumber Salad VG GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    With chopped cucumbers, onions, tomatoes in lime juice, black pepper, and salt

    $45.00

  • Medium Tray of Raita V GF 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Yogurt with onions and cucumbers

    $45.00

  • Medium Tray of Onion Naan V 2 other sizes available Serves ~15 per medium tray

    Baked bread with spiced onions

    $40.00

Dessert

  • Laadu V GF (5 minimum) 1 Piece

    Gram flour, ghee, sugar, cardamom

    $3.00

  • Peda V GF (5 minimum) 1 Piece

    Milk, sugar, saffron, and cardamom

    $3.00

  • Kaaju Katli V GF N (5 minimum) 1 Piece

    Cashew nuts, sugar, butter, and cardamom powder

    $3.00

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