Essence Of India Menu With Prices

Name: Essence Of India
Address: 1105 Apalachee Pkwy Unit A, Tallahassee, FL 32301, Tallahassee, FL, US
Telephone: (850) 656-7200
Price range: $

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1105 Apalachee Pkwy Unit A, Tallahassee, FL 32301

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Hours of Operation

Monday5 PM–9:30 PM

Tuesday11:29 AM–2 PM

Wednesday5 PM–9:30 PM

Thursday5 PM–9:30 PM

Friday5 PM–10 PM

Saturday5 PM–10 PM

Sunday5 PM–10 PM

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Happy Hour & Drinks

Updated August 2026

Essence Of India does not currently offer a confirmed happy hour. The restaurant features full food and drink menus with prices across 197 verified items, available in full detail below.

Drinks

Coffee

$2.99

Coke

$2.99

Diet Coke

$2.99

Dr Pepper

$2.99

Ginger Ale

$2.99

Hot Tea

$2.99

Ice Tea - Sweet

$3.99

Ice Tea - Unsweet

$3.99

Indian Masala Chai

$3.99

Lemonade

$2.99

Mango Juice

$3.99

Mango Lassi

$4.99

Milk

$2.99

Mineral Water

$1.99

Orange Juice

$2.99

Salted Lassi

$4.49

Sparkling Water

$3.99

Sprite

$2.99

Sweet Lassi

$4.49

Indian Beers

Taj Indian Beer - Large

$10.99

Taj Indian Beer- Small

$6.99

Kingfisher Indian Beer

$6.99

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Essence Of India - Menu

Appetizers (17)

Chilli Paneer

Chunks of cottage cheese onions, and bell papers sautéed with chilli garlic sauce

$14.99

Chilli Shrimp

Flour shrimp, onion, and bell papers sautéed with spicy chilli sauce

$15.99

Chilli Chicken

Chunk of chicken, onion, and bell papers sautéed with spicy chilli sauce

$14.99

Chicken 65

Chunks of chicken, onion, and bell papers sautéed with spicy yogurt sauce

$14.99

Baingan Bhajiya

Sliced eggplant dipped in light spicy batter, and deep fried

$7.99

Aloo Tikki

$4.99

Aloo Tikki Chat

Pan grilled spiced potato patties with sweet, and tangy spiced yogurt

$8.99

Crispy Garlic Chicken

Chunks of chicken onion, and bell papers sautéed with spicy chili sauce

$14.99

Gobi Manchurian

Corn battered cauliflower, onion, and bell pepper sautéed with sweet and spicy chili sauce

$12.99

Masala Papadum

Lentil cracker water with chopped tomatoes, onions, and tangy spices

Mixed Appetizer Platter

Delicious combination of alu tikki, samosa, baingan shajiya papadum, and onion bhajiya served with house chutneys

$10.99

Onion Bhajiya

Sliced onion dipped in light spicy batter, and deep fried

$7.99

Papadum

Lentil Crackers

$3.99

Paneer 65

Crispy cottage cheese, onions, and bell papers in spicy yogurt sauce

$11.99

Vegetable Samosa

Seasoned peas, and potatoes in a crispy pastry shell

$5.99

Samosa Chat

Crispy samosa pieces in yogurt with sweet and tangy spices

$8.99

Aloo Pakora

Aloo pakora, also known as aloo bajji, is a crispy, savory Indian snack of potato fritters coated in spiced gram flour batter

$7.99

Lunch Special (25)

Aloo Gobi (Lunch)

$16.99

Butter Chicken (Lunch)

$19.99

Chicken Korma (Lunch)

$19.99

Chicken Bhuna (Lunch)

$19.99

Chicken Tikka Masala (Lunch)

$19.99

Curry Sauce

$3.99

Essence Chicken Curry (Lunch)

$19.99

Essence Fish Masala (Lunch)

$19.99

Essence Lamb Curry (Lunch)

$19.99

Essence Shrimp Curry (Lunch)

$19.99

Essence Goat Curry (Lunch)

$19.99

Garlic Naan

$3.99

Lamb Vindaloo (Lunch)

$19.99

Lamb Saag (Lunch)

$19.99

Lamb Shahi Korma (Lunch)

$19.99

Mutter Paneer (Lunch)

$16.99

Naan

$3.49

Paneer Makhani (Lunch)

$16.99

Peshawari Chole (Lunch)

$16.99

Saag Paneer (Lunch)

$16.99

Soup of the Day

$4.99

Tandoori Chicken (Lunch)

Grilled chicken in our tandoor clay oven

$19.99

Tandoori Shrimp (Lunch)

Grilled Shrimp in our clay oven

$19.99

Vegetable Samosa

1 piece

$2.49

Vegetable Korma (Lunch)

$16.99

Chicken Speciality (15)

Butter Chicken

Tender boneless chicken pieces simmered with Indian spices in a creamy coconut milk, and butter sauce

$16.99

Chicken Tikka Masala

Tender boneless chicken pieces broiled in tandoor, cooked in a fresh creamy tomato sauce herbs and spices with diced onions, and green papers

$16.99

Chicken Bhunna

Succulent pieces of chicken cooked with sliced onions, bell peppers, herbs, and tomato sauce, fresh herbs, and spices

$16.99

Chicken Chettinad

Tender pieces of chicken cooked in rich coconut gravy

$16.99

Chicken Korma

Boneless pieces of chicken cooked in a rich almond flavored sauce

$16.99

Chicken Madras

Chicken cooked in south Indian style with fresh coconut, and roasted ground spices

$16.99

Chicken Mango

Boneless pieces of chicken cooked in mango sauce with Indian herbs and spices

$16.99

Chicken Methi Malai

Chicken cooked with fenugreek Indian herbs, and spices in a fine creamy sauce

$16.99

Chicken Vindalo

Chicken cooked in a fiery red-hot curry sauce a goan specialty

$16.99

Chicken Xacuti

Tender chicken cubes cooked in dry coconut, and south Indian spices

$16.99

Chiken Jalfarezi

Juliennes of chicken marinated in fresh spices of sautéed with tomato, and bell papers

$16.99

Essence Chicken Curry

Boneless chicken pieces cooked in delicately flavored curry sauce

$15.99

Kashmiri Chicken

Mildly marinated chicken breast cooked in almond base curry

$17.99

Murg Shahi Saag

Boneless chicken pieces smothered in a creamy spinach puree, and fresh herbs

$17.99

Murgh Tandoori Masala

Tandoori Chicken prepared in tomato creamy sauce

$19.99

Children Specials (4)

Kashmiri Chicken

Large pieces of chicken cooked in onion, and nuts gravy, and whole ground spices. Served with rice and mango lassi

$14.99

Malai Kabab

Chunks of grilled chicken with ground cashews, almonds, malai or fresh cream. Served with rice and mango lassi

$14.99

Paneer Korma

Homemade cheese cubes cooked in mild creamy sauce with nuts and raisins. Served with rice and mango lassi

$13.99

Paneer Makhani

Exquisite dish which has thick gravy made of almonds, low fat yogurt, and spices. Served with rice and mango lassi

$13.99

Delightful Veg (22)

Aloo Gobi

Cauliflower, potatoes, and peas cooked with herbs, and spices

$13.99

Aloo Mutter

Potatoes cooked with green peas, fresh herbs, and spices

$14.99

Peshavari Chole

Aka chana masala: chickpeas cooked in dry spices, onion, and tomato sauce

$13.99

Aloo Palak

Potatoes cooked with green peas, fresh herbs, and spices

$13.99

Cabbage Foogath

Potatoes cooked with green peas, fresh herbs, and spices

$13.99

Dal Makhani

Creamed black lentils, delicately seasoned with fresh ground spices

$14.99

Dal Tadka

Yellow lentil splits cooked in Indian spices

$13.99

Eggplant Bharta

Roasted eggplant chopped and blended with herbs, and fresh ground spices

$13.99

Veg. Malai Kofta

Small vegetable patties cooked in a fine creamy nut sauce

$14.99

Subz Shahi Korma

Fresh vegetables in rich creamy sauce

$15.99

Paneer Shahi Korma

Homemade cheese cubes cooked in mild creamy sauce with nuts and raisins

$14.99

Hydrabadi Baghare Baingan

Stuffed baby eggplant cooked in roasted whole spices, and coconut sauce

$14.99

Kadhai Bhindi

Stir-fried okra cooked with tomatoes, onions, ginger, garlic, and ground spices

$13.99

Kadhai Paneer

$14.99

Palak Chole

Aka chana masala: chick peas cooked in dry spices, onion, and tomato sauce

$13.99

Mutter Methi Malai

Green peas cooked with fenugreek, and Indian spices in a creamy sauce

$14.99

Mix Vegetable Curry

$14.99

Mutter Paneer

Homemade cheese cubes cooked with fresh peas, herbs, and spices

$14.99

Paneer Tikka Masala

Clay oven cheese cubes, and herbs in rich tomato creamy sauce

$14.99

Palak Paneer

Homemade cheese cubes cooked with spinach and fresh herbs, and spices

$14.99

Veg. Mango

$14.99

Tandoori Paneer Masala

Cottage Cheese grilled in our clay oven and prepared in creamy tomato gravy

$17.99

Dinner Specials (1)

Dinner for Two

Includes soup, samosa chicken tikka onion bhajiya papadum, choices of two curries: (vegetable curry, chicken curry, lamb curry, or beef curry) served along with rice, a naan, and a desert

$49.99

Indian Breads (18)

Rosemary Naan

Freshly baked bread with rosemary leaves. Good to pair with any curries

$4.99

Aloo Naan

Leavened flour bread, stuffed with potatoes, peas, and fresh herbs baked in clay oven

$4.99

Aloo Paratha

Wheat bread stuffed with boiled potato, and spices

$5.99

Bhatura

Fluffy deep fried leavened bread

$4.99

Bullet Naan

Unleavened bread topped with cilantro, and green chilies baked in clay oven

$4.99

Butter Naan

Light and fluffy bread cooked in clay oven, and special butter on top

$3.49

Butter Roti

Wheat roti baked in our clay oven topped with butter

$3.49

Cheese Naan

Unleavened bread topped with cheese baked in clay oven

$4.99

Chocolate Naan

Indian bread stuffed with chocolate baked in clay oven

$4.99

Essence Special Naan

Naan stuffed with fresh fruits, and nuts

$5.99

Garlic & Cheese Naan

Unleavened bread stuffed with garlic and cheese baked in clay oven

$5.99

Garlic Naan

Naan stuffed with freshly chopped garlic baked in clay oven

$4.99

Keema Naan

Minced chicken keema with herbs and spices

$6.99

Lachcha Paratha

Multi-layered wheat bread topped with butter

Mumbai Bread Basket

Chef's choice of three kinds of naans

$10.99

Naan

Light and fluffy authentic Indian bread baked in clay oven

$2.99

Onion Kulcha

Fluffy bread stuffed with onion

$5.99

Tandoor Roti

Whole wheat bread baked in clay oven- Vegan preffered

$2.99

Juicy Beef Specials (5)

Beef Korma

Chunks of beef cooked in curry sauce with nuts, and Indian spices

$17.99

Beef Methi Malai

Beef cooked with fenugreek Indian herbs, and spices in a fine creamy sauce

$17.99

Beef Mushroom

Chunks of beef and sliced mushrooms cooked in thick curry sauce

$17.99

Beef Nawabi Palak

Chunks of beef cooked along with spinach, tomatoes green peppers, fresh herbs, nuts, and raisins

$17.99

Essence Beef Curry

Chunks of beef cooked in curry sauce with herbs, and Indian spices

$16.99

Lamb & Goat Specials (14)

Essence Goat Curry

Chunks of young goat meat with bone in a delicious curry sauce

$18.99

Lamb Masala

Lamb pieces cooked in spinach based curry

$19.99

Essence Lamb Curry

Tender pieces of lamb cooked in delicately flavored curry sauce with fresh ground spices

$17.99

Goat Kadhai

Chunks of goat meat cooked with fresh ground herbs, and spices

$19.99

Goat Masala Fry

Bone-in goat meat cooked in north Indian spices, onion, green pepper, and sliced tomatoes

$19.99

Lamb Chettinad

Tender lamb pieces cooked in heavy coconut gravy

$18.99

Lamb Jalfarezi

Lamb cooked in special gravy with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes

$18.99

Lamb Kadhai Gosh

Cubes of lamb cooked in wok with exotic spices

$18.99

Lamb Mushroom

Chunks of beef and sliced mushrooms cooked in thick curry sauce

$18.99

Lamb Rogan Josh

A delightful lamb preparation, succulent pieces of lamb cooked in sauce made from fresh yogurt tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and fresh spices

$19.99

Lamb Saag

Lamb pieces cooked in spinach based curry

$19.99

Lamb Shahi Korma

Tender pieces of lamb cooked in rich cream sauce with nuts, and raisins

$19.99

Lamb Vindaloo

Goan specialty with tender pieces of lamb marinated overnight, and cooked in piquant sauce

$18.99

Lamb Xacuti

Lamb pieces cooked in dry coconut, and special south Indian spices

$18.99

Mumbai Snacks (2)

Bhel Puri

Made using puffed rice and amalgamation of spices and chutneys it is tasty treat

Vada Paav

Popular Mumbai snack spicy potato filling sandwiched between buns with sweet and spicy chutneys

Rice & Biryani Pulaos (16)

Beef Biryani

Beef cubes cooked with onion, raisins, nuts, and ground spices along with rice

$16.99

Paneer Biryani

Rice cooked with tender pieces of cottage cheese, flavored with herbs and ground spice

$16.99

Chinese Fried Rice

A basmati rice cooked with aromatic seasonings, and vegetables

$13.99

Essence Chicken Biryani

Tender pieces of chicken cooked with onions, nuts, raisins ground spices along with rice

$15.99

Goat Biryani

Goat meat cooked with saffron rice, and aromatic Indian herbs

$17.99

Hakka Noodles

Noodles made from unleavened dough boiled & stir fried with sauces, and vegetables

$13.99

Jeera Fried Rice

Long grain basmati rice cooked with herbs, and cumin seeds

$5.99

Lamb Biryani

Rice cooked with tender pieces of lamb, flavored with herbs, nuts, and ground spice

$16.99

Peas Pulav

Fried rice sautéed with green peas

$10.99

Plain Yellow Rice

Long grain basmati rice cooked with herbs

$5.99

Saffron Rice

Aromatic spice with fried onions, almonds, cashews green peas, and raisins

$7.99

Schezwan Fried Noodles

Noodles sautéed with freshly cut vegetables, and chilli paste

$14.99

Schezwan Fried Rice

A basmati rice cooked in spicy chilli sauce, and vegetables

$14.99

Shrimp Biryani

Rice cooked along juicy shrimp, onions, ground spices, herbs, nuts, and raisins

$17.99

Special Nawabi Biryani

Rice cooked along with lamb, chicken, beef, shrimp, vegetables, onions, nuts, raisins, and fresh ground spices

$19.99

Vegetable Biryani

Garden fresh vegetables cooked along with rice, ground spices, nuts, and raisins

$14.99

Scrumptuous Seafood (5)

Essence Shrimp Curry

Shrimp cooked in curry sauce with fresh ground spices

$17.99

Fish Masala

Shrimp cooked in curry sauce with fresh ground spices

$16.99

Kadhai Shrimp

Shrimp tossed in wok with exotic onion and tomato gravy

$18.99

Malabar Fish Curry

Chunks of fish cooked in creamy coconut sauce with herbs and spices

$18.99

Shrimp Masala

Shrimp sautéed in fresh creamy tomato sauce with diced onions, green peppers, ginger, and garlic

$18.99

Side Dishes (14)

Achar

Garden fresh vegetables cooked along with rice, ground spices, nuts, and raisins

$1.99

Butter Sauce

Sauce prepared with Tomato and butter sauce

$6.99

Cucumber Raita

A cool, soothing yogurt preparation with grated cucumber, and spices

$3.49

Curry Sauce

A versatile curry sauce for dipping or spicing up veggle or meat dishes

$5.99

Rice

$2.49

Mango Chutney

$3.99

Mint Chutney

Homemade with fresh mint, herbs, and spices

$3.99

Onion Chutney

$3.99

Onion

$1.99

Lemon

$1.99

Chilli

$1.99

Papadam

Grilled lentil spiced wafers

$2.99

Plain Yogurt

Homemade yogurt

$2.99

Tamarind Chutney

Special homemade tamarind chutney

$3.99

Sizzling Specialties (9)

Tandoori Chicken

Overnight marinated chicken in yogurt, and aromatic Indian spices, and cooked in clay oven

$18.99

Tandoori Shrimp

Fresh shrimp marinated in yogurt and Indian spices, cooked in clay oven

$19.99

Chicken Tikka

Boneless chicken marinated in yogurt and Indian spices, and cooked in clay oven

$17.99

Essence Mixed Grill

Assorted platter of essence tandoori specialties

$24.99

Kabab E Laziz

Aka lamb sheeich kabab ground lamb seasoned with spices, rolled on skewer and chargrilled

$19.99

Malai Kabab

Chicken breast marinated in yogurt and mild spice, and cooked in day oven

$16.99

Noorani Machli

A salmon fish with Indian spices, and cooked in clay oven

$21.99

Paneer Tikka

Homemade cottage cheese marinated with yogurt and Indian spices, cooked in clay oven

$16.99

Special Tandoori Wings

Chicken wings freshly marinated with Indian aromatic spices, and cooked in clay oven

$17.99

Soups & Salads (8)

Lentil Soup

Lentils seasoned with herbs and spices

$4.99

Chicken Manchow Soup

Indo-Chinese style soup prepared with vegetables, chicken and egg drops

$5.99

Chicken Tikka Salad

Sliced chicken tikka with garden fresh lettuce with homemade garlic croutons

$9.99

Fresh Garden Salad

Thinly sliced tomato, onions, cucumber, and lemon with iceberg lettuce and homemade dressing

$6.99

Mulligatwany Soup

Lentils cooked in a rich chicken broth flavored with curry leaves and lemon

$5.99

Mushroom Cappuccin Soup

Lentils cooked in a rich chicken broth flavored with curry leaves and lemon

$5.99

Tomato Soup

Cream of tomato in aromatic spices with homemade garlic croutons

$5.99

Hot & Sour Soup

Indo-Chinese style soup

$4.99

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Essence Of India have a cocktail or drinks menu?

Yes. Essence Of India lists 22 drinks on this page under Drinks. Coffee $2.99, Coke $2.99, Diet Coke $2.99.

What food does Essence Of India serve?

Essence Of India publishes Essence Of India - Menu, 175 dishes. Dishes start at $1.99.

Where is Essence Of India located?

Essence Of India is located at 1105 Apalachee Pkwy Unit A, Tallahassee, FL 32301.

Is Essence Of India good for groups?

Essence Of India is a curry restaurant in Tallahassee. For large groups, we recommend calling ahead at (850) 656-7200 to check availability.

What type of restaurant is Essence Of India?

Essence Of India is a curry restaurant located in Tallahassee, FL.

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Essence Of India - Menu

Appetizers (17)

Lunch Special (25)

Chicken Speciality (15)

Children Specials (4)

Delightful Veg (22)

Dinner Specials (1)

Indian Breads (18)

Juicy Beef Specials (5)

Lamb & Goat Specials (14)

Mumbai Snacks (2)

Rice & Biryani Pulaos (16)

Scrumptuous Seafood (5)

Side Dishes (14)

Sizzling Specialties (9)

Soups & Salads (8)

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