Chef’s Kiss

Lal Qila

Restaurant · IndianSydney

8 dishes are gluten free as served, out of 150 dishes on Lal Qila’s menu, read 1 Nov 2026. Also 126 nut free, 11 dairy free. Source: lalqila.com.au, read 1 Nov 2026.

Answers come from the venue’s own menu or its listed ingredients; none of them means a dish is safe. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff.

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Full MenuMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · a1487714-3c8d-458e-bd95-64be0002bf00.filesusr.com
PappadumsCrispy lentil crackers, served with homemade pickles and relishes. $7.90
Paani Poori / Gol GappyHollow crispy pooris filled with tamarind spiced water, sweet chutney, chili, chaat masala, boiled potatoes, onions and chickpeas. $18.90
Kurkuri AnarkaliSliced okra marinated in lemon juice and spices, deep-fried and served crisp. Served with tamarind chutney. $19.90
Nawabi PakoraArray of vegetables dipped in batter of roasted ground spices and chickpea flour, deep-fried. Served with tamarind chutney. $18.90
Shahi SamosaCrisp pastry shells stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas. Served with tamarind chutney. $19.90
Lahori ChatkhareSpinach leaves in crispy lentil batter, potato sticks, puffed rice, nuts and raisins, topped with yoghurt, tamarind, chili and mint. $19.90
Kastoori Kaju KebabCottage cheese and mixed vegetable mix with spices, coated with crushed cashew nuts. Served with tamarind chutney. $20.90
Gulbanad Malai ChaapSoya chaap pieces marinated in yogurt, cream and spices, cooked in tandoor. $21.90
Sonipat Achari ChaapSoya marinated in pickled spices, char-grilled. $21.90
Nawabi Dahi BallaDeep-fried lentil dumplings soaked with cream yoghurt and tamarind sauce. $19.90
Till Shah Alam TikkiBoiled potato patties with spices, herbs and a touch of saffron, pan-fried. Served with mint and tamarind chutneys. $19.90
Hariyali KebabCottage cheese, potato and sautéed spinach cutlets coated in breadcrumbs, fried. Served with mint sauce. $19.90
Nargasi Desi AranciniCrunchy fried rice balls stuffed with lentils and cheese, served with a zesty chutney. $19.90
Sufiyani KallianCrunchy veggie dumplings coated in a hot Indo-Chinese sauce. $20.90
Noorjahani Sunehre Tikke (Tandoori Paneer)Cubes of cottage cheese flavoured with ginger, garlic and spices, grilled. Served with mint chutney. $25.90
Aftabi Tandoori PhoolCauliflower flavoured with ginger, garlic and spices, grilled. Served with mint chutney. $25.90
Naramdil Galafi Seekh (Reshmi Kebab)Minced chicken with traditional spices and fresh green herbs, moulded on a skewer and char-grilled. Served with mint chutney. $26.90
Nawabi Murgh TikkaTender chicken pieces marinated in chef's special sauce, cooked in tandoor. Served with mint chutney. $25.90
Qutabi Malai TikkaBoneless chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices with a creamy finish, cooked in tandoor. Served with mint chutney. $26.90
Dakhni TikkaChicken tenderloins marinated in chef's special sauce and barbecued in tandoor. Served with mint chutney. $27.90
Murgh-e-MusalamWhole chicken marinated in yogurt, vinegar and spices, char-grilled in tandoor. Served with mint chutney. Half $21.90, Full $29.90. $21.90
Shahjahani Sialkoti ChopsLamb chops marinated in peppered yogurt, ginger, garlic and spices, grilled. Served with mint chutney. $35.90
Dilpasand Lahori SeekhMinced lamb with coriander, green chilies, herbs and spices, on a skewer, cooked in clay oven. Served with mint chutney. $27.90
Peshawari Chapli KebabLamb mince patties with onion, tomato, green chilies, coriander, cumin and pomegranate seeds, pan-fried, lightly coated with flour. Comes wi $26.90
Bihari KebabTender boneless beef strips marinated in traditional spices, cooked in tandoor and served on a sizzling platter with mint chutney. $28.90
Samundri RaniFresh fish cubes in special tandoori marinade, char-grilled in tandoor. Served with mint chutney. $30.90
Lahori MachliLing fillets marinated in spicy chickpea flour and deep-fried until crisp. Served with mint chutney. $30.90
Samundri Raja (Tandoori Prawns)King prawns marinated in garlic, lemon and spices, barbecued in clay oven. Comes with mint chutney. $33.90
Kurkura NawabzadaKing prawns dipped in spicy chickpea flour and deep-fried until crisp. Served with mint chutney. $33.90
Nargisi Jheenga (Garlic Prawn)King prawns flamed in fresh garlic and cashew nuts, finished in tomato, coriander and spice purée. $33.90
Shahi Thaal (Mix Platter for 2)Bihari Boti, Dilpasand Lahori Seekh, Shahjahani Sialkoti Chop and Samundri Raja with mint chutney. $49.90
Sikandri RaanWhole leg of lamb marinated in tandoori spices and cooked in clay oven. Made to order, 48 hours notice required. $194.90
Sultani NalliBaby lamb shank marinated in aromatic spices and slow cooked until it falls off the bone. $33.90
Peshawari Lamb BotiLamb shoulder cuts with secret recipe, served sizzling from the grill. $31.90
Alamgiri Bihari BotiChicken tenderloins marinated in spices and yogurt, grilled. Served on a hot platter with fried onions. $31.90
Shahi Kebab-E-BeefBeef strips with intense tandoori spices, cooked with capsicum over a grill. $30.90
Lahori Tikka BotiSpring chicken on the bone marinated in herbs, spices and yogurt, served on a base of special naan with salad. $31.90
Zafrani Tawa ChopChicken or lamb cooked on a hot tawa with tomato, ginger, onion, garam masala and spices. $33.90
Maharaja Tandoori KhumbFresh mushrooms marinated in ginger, garlic and spices, grilled in clay oven. Served with fresh mint chutney. $28.90
Noohrani SalmonBoneless Atlantic salmon marinated overnight in herbs, spices and creamy yogurt, baked in tandoor. $43.90
Nawabzada Aur Anarkali (Okra Prawns)Sizzler with sliced okra and king prawns in spiced onion, tomato, cumin, garlic and red chilli. $38.90
KarahiChoice of goat, chicken, beef, lamb, keema, chicken tikka or kebab, cooked in a deep wok and garnished with coriander and ginger. Goat, chic $35.90
HandieDum Pukht style clay pot dish, sealed with dough and slow cooked: boneless chicken, lamb, beef, paneer, fish or prawns, or fish and prawns t $35.90
Murgh Makhan (Butter Chicken)Tandoor-roasted chicken pan finished with tomatoes, cream and dried fenugreek leaves. $29.90
AamRas ChoozaBoneless chicken cooked in a mild sauce of mango, cream and herbs. $29.90
Shan-e-BaltiChicken cooked in a wok with fresh aromatic spices, Balti style. $29.90
Mughlai Murgh KormaChicken cooked with cashew, almond and herbs, finished with cream and dry nuts. $29.90
Alamgiri Tikka MasalaSpicy yogurt-marinated chicken char-grilled, then cooked with capsicum, onion, tomatoes, green herbs and fresh ginger. $29.90
Jahangiri JalfreziBoneless chicken cooked Pakistani style with seasonal vegetables and fresh herbs. $29.90
Shahjahani Adraki MurghChicken cooked with ginger and aromatic whole spices, garnished with juicy ginger stems. $29.90
Nawabi KeemaMinced chicken with fresh green chili, ginger, garlic and secret spices, Lahori style. $29.90
Akbari Murgh AngariChicken cooked with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, green chili, potatoes and secret spices. $29.90
Nawabi Murgh LaveezaBoneless tandoori chicken and minced lamb cooked with ginger, garlic and traditional spices, topped with crispy fried onions. $30.90
Murgh-e-MughlaiAromatic chicken curry cooked with pistachio and mushrooms, finished with a silky creamy sauce. $30.90
Firdausi GoshtTraditional lamb curry cooked in mild Kashmiri spices, finished with coriander. $30.90
Shehnshahi KormaDiced lamb cooked in mild aromatic cream, cashew, almonds and herbs, finished with dry nuts. $30.90
Gosht MaharajaDiced lamb cooked with butter, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, onion and aromatic spices, finished with coriander. $31.90
Achari DumbaTender lamb marinated in pickled spices for a spicy, tangy flavour. $30.90
Shahjahani Chinioti KunnaSpicy mutton with aromatic spices, slow cooked on a gentle flame. $31.90
Hara Bhara BakraDiced lamb cooked with spinach, green herbs, aromatic spices and ginger. $31.90
Mudhi KeemaMinced lamb with fresh green chili, ginger, garlic and secret spices, Lahori style. $30.90
Kakori GoshtLamb cooked on the bone with chicken mince in a spicy sauce, garnished with coriander and ginger stems. $30.90
Mughlai GoshtAromatic lamb curry cooked with pistachio and mushrooms, finished with a silky creamy sauce. $31.90
Dilbahar PayeGoat trotters prepared with fresh ginger, garlic, chilies, onion, aromatic spices and herbs. $31.90
Sultani Maghaz MasalaKarahi of lamb brain cooked with fresh tomatoes, onions, ginger, green chilies and black pepper, with Lal Qila special spices. $31.90
Nayaab VindalooDiced beef in a hot and tangy Goan-style sauce with a touch of vinegar, garnished with green chili. $30.90
Lazeez MadrasSouth Indian style curry with mustard seeds, fresh curry leaves, coconut cream and hot spices. $30.90
Bombay GoshtCubes of beef cooked with potatoes in rich aromatic spices, garnished with coriander. $30.90
Badshahi Badami KormaDiced beef cooked with cashew, almonds and herbs, finished with cream and dry nuts. $30.90
Angari Beef (Chilli Beef)Diced beef cooked with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, green chili, potatoes and a secret blend of spices. $30.90
Akbari NihariFat-removed beef shank slow cooked overnight with Lal Qila spices. Topped with crispy onion, ginger, coriander and lemon wedges. $30.90
Shahi Maghaz NihariFat-removed beef shank mixed with lamb brain, slow cooked overnight with Lal Qila spices. Topped with crispy onion, ginger, coriander and le $31.90
Kozi HaleemLentils, barley and minced beef in a rich sauce, cooked overnight on slow heat with Lal Qila spices. Topped with crispy onion, ginger, coria $30.90
Akbari Jheenga MasalaPrawns cooked with fresh chili and tomatoes, tempered with mustard seeds and cumin. $35.90
Mahtab-e-DariaKing prawns cooked in a rich creamy tomato and coconut sauce. $35.90
Mahraja Angari JheengaWhole king prawns prepared with fresh garlic, chili and onions, garnished with green chilies, coriander and ginger stems. $35.90
Jahangiri Jheenga JalfreziKing prawns cooked Pakistani style with seasonal vegetables and fresh herbs, zesty and spicy. $35.90
Nayaab Jheenga VindalooKing prawns cooked in a hot and tangy Goan-style sauce with a touch of vinegar. $35.90
Samundri NaginaKing prawns and fish fillets cooked in chef's special sauce with spinach, ginger and garlic. $35.90
Maharani SabzazaarFish fillets marinated in green herbs and secret spices, slow cooked in chef's special sauce. $31.90
Maharani Juwala MukhiFish fillets cooked in mustard seeds, coconut sauce and delicate spices, topped with shredded coconut. $31.90
Shahzadi-e-GoanGoan specialty of fish fillets simmered in a tangy sauce of coconut, tamarind and red chilies. $31.90
Masala-e-NawabzadiFish fillets sautéed with crushed pepper, brown onion, tomato and a secret blend of spices. $31.90
Sultani Sarson Da SaagPureed mustard greens and spinach infused with curry flavours, butter and green chili. $28.90
Naulakha KormaFresh vegetables cooked with cashew, almonds and herbs, finished with cream and dry nuts. $25.90
Noorjahani Makhan MasalaCottage cheese cooked with tomatoes, cashew, almond and seasoning. $28.90
Phaldari MasalaBaby potatoes and cauliflower cooked with herbs and spices, garnished with coriander and ginger. $25.90
Champa Kali (Palak Paneer)Cottage cheese cubes tossed in spinach, finished with garlic and cumin tempering. $27.90
Manpasand BainganBaby eggplant and potato slow cooked in tomato and onion sauce with exotic spices. $27.90
Sabzi BemisalCottage cheese, green peas and baby potatoes cooked with garlic, ginger and exotic spices. $27.90
Dilbahar Zafrani KoftaCottage cheese and vegetable dumplings with dry fruits in a creamy sauce with secret spices. $27.90
Shan-e-Mumtaz Mahal (Paneer Karahi)Cottage cheese cooked in a wok with onion, tomatoes, capsicums and spices, tempered with coriander and green chilies. $29.90
Bahaar-e-SabziAssorted seasonal vegetables prepared semi-dry in a special sauce. $25.90
Masala-e-Anarkli (Okra)Fresh okra cooked with onion, tomatoes and Lal Qila spices, garnished with coriander and ginger. $29.90
Khazana-e-LazzatCottage cheese and vegetable dumplings cooked with spinach and aromatic herbs. $26.90
Nizami Khumb aur PalakCaramelised onions, fresh spinach and mushrooms cooked with ginger and spices. $25.90
Shahi Khumb AlooMushroom and baby potatoes in onion masala with ginger, garlic, green chili and cumin seeds. $25.90
Dulari KhumbMushroom, onion, tomatoes and traditional herbs and spices. $25.90
Dilkhush Dall PalakYellow lentils cooked with fresh spinach, tempered with onion, tomato, garlic, ginger and cumin. $26.90
Zafrani Dall KarelaFresh bitter melon cooked with yellow lentils, onion, tomatoes and Lal Qila spices, garnished with coriander and ginger. $28.90
Dall KhushbudarYellow lentils cooked slowly with secret herbs and spices, tempered in butter with curry leaves and mustard seeds. $24.90
Pasand-e-Jodha Akbar (Dall Makhni)Black lentils puréed and cooked overnight with mild herbs and spices, topped with butter. $25.90
Anmol Dall MashUrad lentils cooked in semi-dry Punjabi masala, topped with coriander and ginger. $25.90
Shahi Lahori CholayChickpeas cooked with ginger, garlic, green chilies and a secret blend of spices. $25.90
Taj Mahal Kale CholayBlack chickpeas cooked with ginger, garlic, green herbs and a secret blend of spices. $25.90
Basmati ChawalSteamed long grain fluffy basmati rice. $7.90
Zafrani Mattar PulaoLong grain basmati rice cooked with saffron, garden peas, fried onion and spices.Gluten not stated: fried: ask whether the fryer is shared $12.90
Khumb PulaoLong grain basmati rice cooked with saffron, mushrooms, fried onion and spices.Gluten not stated: fried: ask whether the fryer is shared $11.90
Darbari PulaoLong grain basmati rice cooked with saffron, garden fresh vegetables, fried onion and spices.Gluten not stated: fried: ask whether the fryer is shared $13.90
Kashmiri Mewa PulaoLong grain basmati rice slow cooked with a mélange of dried fruits and nuts. $16.90
Shouq-e-Nawab (Lal Qila BBQ Biryani)Tandoor-cooked chicken with basmati rice in a zesty tomato and onion sauce. Served with raita. $32.90
Dumpukht Biryani (Lamb or Goat)Goat or lamb with the best quality basmati rice and flavours. Served with raita. $31.90
Mughal-e-Azam Biryani (Chicken)Saffron rice cooked with spiced chicken in a tomato and onion based sauce. Served with raita. $31.90
Nawabi Tarkari Biryani (Vegetable)Seasonal vegetables with basmati rice in a special sauce. Served with raita. $31.90
Akbari Jheenga Biryani (Prawns)Succulent prawns and basmati rice cooked with a tomato and onion based sauce. Served with raita. $32.90
Tandoori RotiTraditional roti made with whole meal flour, baked in tandoor. $5.90
Roghni NaanDelicate multi-layered naan buttered and sprinkled with sesame seeds. $7.50
Plain NaanLeavened bread made with refined flour, baked in tandoor and brushed with butter. $5.90
Garlic NaanFlatbread flavoured with garlic, baked in tandoor and brushed with butter. $6.50
Butter NaanSoft fine flour Indian bread baked in tandoor and buttered. $6.50
Cheese NaanBread stuffed with cheese and baked in tandoor. $7.90
Lazeez Keema NaanLeavened bread stuffed with minced lamb seasoned with garlic, coriander and masala. $7.90
Cheese Chili NaanLeavened bread stuffed with cheese, green chili, fresh coriander and herbs. $7.50
Cheese Garlic NaanLeavened bread stuffed with cheese and coated with garlic. $8.50
Peshawar NaanLeavened bread stuffed with dried fruit, coconut and nuts, baked in tandoor. $8.90
Akbari NaanRefined flour flatbread coated with thyme, anise, sumac, nuts, sesame seeds and butter, baked in tandoor. $6.90
Pummi NaanLeavened bread stuffed with chicken, cheese and coriander, baked in tandoor. $8.90
Lahori KulchaRefined flour flatbread coated with sesame seeds and butter, baked in tandoor. $6.90
Kalonji ParathaWhole meal spiral bread layered with butter and coated with black seeds, baked in tandoor. $7.50
Lacha ParathaWhole meal spiral bread layered with butter, baked in tandoor. $7.50
Paneer ParathaLeavened bread stuffed with cottage cheese, coriander, green chili and spices. $8.90
Aloo ParathaLeavened bread stuffed with mashed potato, onion and spices, baked in tandoor. $8.90
Ajawain ParathaWhole meal spiral bread layered with butter and coated with carom seeds, baked in tandoor. $7.50
Spicy Mint ChutneyAccompaniment to appetizers, entrées or mains. $4.50
Mint ChutneyAccompaniment to appetizers, entrées or mains. $4.50
Cucumber RaitaAccompaniment to appetizers, entrées or mains. $6.50
Sweet Mango ChutneyAccompaniment to appetizers, entrées or mains. $4.50
Mixed PickleAccompaniment to appetizers, entrées or mains. $4.50
Tamarind ChutneyAccompaniment to appetizers, entrées or mains. $4.50
Lacha OnionAccompaniment to appetizers, entrées or mains. $6.50
Tomato, Onion, CorianderAccompaniment to appetizers, entrées or mains. $5.50
Fresh Garden SaladFresh garden salad. $10.50
Side Dish PlatterSide dish platter. $15.50
Fresh YogurtFresh yogurt. $4.50
Khoye de Gulab JamunMilk dumpling lightly fried and soaked in sugar and cardamom syrup, served warm with vanilla ice cream. $15.90
Lab-e-Sheeren (Ras Malai)Cottage cheese and rich milk flavoured with pistachios and almonds, topped with crushed pistachios. $15.90
Saat Samznder Paar (Faluda)Mughlai cold dessert of pistachio kulfi topped with vermicelli, basil seed and rose. $16.90
Shahi KulfiPunjabi kulfi on a stick flavoured with pistachios and almonds, topped with pistachios and rose syrup. $12.90
Aam ki KulfiTraditional kulfi ice cream flavoured with mango and almonds, topped with pistachios. $11.90
Badami KheerRice pudding with cardamom seeds, topped with crushed pistachios.Gluten not stated: Kheer is traditionally rice, milk and sugar, so it is usually gluten-free. The menu lists no gluten ingredient and no label, but the recipe is not confirmed and $12.90

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Facts

AddressSydney, NSW
AreaSydney City & Inner East
KindRestaurant · Indian
Websitelalqila.com.au
BookingOnline through Book online
Menu read1 Nov 2026 from lalqila.com.au
MapOpen in Google Maps

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Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Lal Qila

Does Lal Qila have gluten-free options?

Yes: 8 dishes are gluten free as served, from the menu read 1 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Lal Qila coeliac friendly?

Chef’s Kiss reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

Can I book Lal Qila online?

Yes, through Book online: https://www.lalqila.com.au/bookings

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