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Tonka is an inspired interpretation of Indian cuisine, influenced by contemporary techniques and Australian produce. Two tandoor ovens are the heart of our kitchen, operated by tandoor trained experts and a team of passionate chefs.

 

Starter

Pani puri, semolina puff filled with spiced potato, chickpeas, date and tamarind chutney with aromatic water $6each
Natural oyster with pickled jalapeño chutney, white anchovy and curry leaf oil $6each
Kingfish butti with kerala inji dressing $9each
Bhutte Ka Kees tostada, spicy mango pickle and curry leaf podi $9each
Crispy Crystal Bay prawn betel leaf with moilee and lehsun chutney $15each
Tandoori paneer tikka, pineapple chutney and cos lettuce $15each
Tandoori chicken tikka, pineapple chutney and cos lettuce $15each
Soft shell crab pav, pickled onion and lehsun chutney $18each
Tandoori lamb cutlet $17each

 

Tandoor & Grill

Chargrilled Fremantle octopus with badam puree and chilli pickled grapes $35
Zucchini pakora with golbedha chutney and charred spring onion $25
Smoked buffalo mozzarella with coconut and tomato chutney, betel leaf oil and naan $29
XO pipis with coconut $32
Tandoori ocean trout fillet $37
Scotch fillet 200gr with bone marrow tadka and pickled nashi pear and beetroot $37

 

Condiments

Sliced red onion, freshly chopped chili, chili oil, tamarind raita $3ea
Coriander relish, pineapple chutney, tomato chutney, pickles, date and tamarind chutney $5ea

Curries

Grilled Skull Island tiger prawns with Malabar curry $55
Eggplant and plantain korma $28
Tonka's butter chicken $36
Lamb Rogan Josh $39

 

Sides

Cos lettuce salad with kaccha khatta $12
Triple cooked potatoes, Punjabi kadhi $12
Fried cauliflower with garam masala and yoghurt $14
Dal Tadka $18
Butter naan $10
Black garlic butter naan $13
Pappadums $5
India Gate basmati rice $10

 

Dessert

Gulab jamun $10
Pineapple sorbet, coconut foam with spiced rum jelly $15
Chai mousse with strawberry sorbet, crispy filo and ruby chocolate feulletine $16
Spiced and lime cake with smoked brown sugar cream, passion fruit and garam masala crumb $15

 

Allergy Disclaimer

At Tonka we can accommodate gluten-free, dairy-free, halal, pescatarian, vegetarian and vegan dietary requirements with ease. We are also able to avoid allergens for those with shellfish, nut, peanut and egg allergies.

For guests with a fructose allergy (particularly to garlic and/or onion), please know that we have a very limited capacity to adjust our menu. If you can tolerate some fructose, please get in touch with our reservations team to discuss our menu and options when dining with us.

At Tonka we take dietary requirements and allergies very seriously. While we handle all our ingredients with care, please be advised that cross contamination may occur due to the potential of trace allergens in the working environment and supplied ingredients. If you or your guests have any dietary requirements or allergies, please provide as much information as possible in advance of dining with us.

 

Group Bookings

Group reservations are available for parties of up to 16 guests. For groups of 8 or more, we ask that you participate in our set menu.

 

$80 per person lunch and dinner set menu

Pani puri, semolina puff filled with spiced potato, chickpeas, date and tamarind chutney with aromatic water
Kingfish butti with kerala inji dressing
Crispy Crystal Bay prawn betel leaf with moilee and lehsun chutney
Tandoori ocean trout with cos salad
Lamb Rogan Josh
Tonka's butter chicken
India Gate basmati rice
Naan

 

Please note: The above menu is a sample menu and is subject to change. All group bookings of 8 people or more incur a 10% service fee. A 10 % surcharge applies on Sundays and a 15% surcharge applies on all public holidays.

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