The Yellow Chilli by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to The Yellow Chilli by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor, a vibrant dining destination located in Santa Clara, CA. This restaurant beautifully showcases the essence of Indian cuisine through an innovative and authentic menu. Each dish is crafted to reflect traditional recipes while incorporating modern twists that elevate the dining experience.
Highlights include the Amritsari Machchi, a mouth-watering batter-fried fish that pays homage to North India, and the Shaam Savera Kofta, a delectable vegetarian option that enchants with its rich flavor. The Rogan Josh and Meen Moile have received rave reviews for their genuine taste, transporting guests straight to their roots.
Don’t miss out on the unique Paneer Methi Chaman and the indulgent Kesar Kulfi for dessert. Each bite promises to delight your palate, making The Yellow Chilli a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Indian flavors.
Craft Cocktails
Carajillo
Brandy, Licor 43 & Coffee Espresso Cocentrate
Lime In The Coconut
coconut vodka with lime and mint infusion
Molokai Mai Tai
coconut rum, dark rum mixed with pineapple & alchemist syrup
Spiritual Gangster
Nilgiris Gin with butterfly serum & cucumber lemonade
Better Daze
fenny cashew toddy, elderflower liqeur ruby grapefruit hibiscus & citrus shrub flavor
Penichillin Slushee
Ranthambore single malt scotch blended with cane sugar syrup, ginger beer syrup & lemont tint
Kentucky Mule
Bourbon whiskey with ginger beer, lemon & mint flavoured cocktail
Rums And Thumbs
Classic favorite - Thumbs Up Old Monk Run
Strawberry Blonde Sangria
Rose wine, white wine, elderflower liquer strawberry puree
Spicy Margarita
Tequila based drink with spicy margarita mix
Pimm's Cup
Pimm'a No1 cup with spicy ginger beer mix & fresh strawberry
PAPAD
Amritsari Machchi
crisp batter-fried fish a special from Amritsar, North India
Yogurt
Chanajor Garam Tikki
cheesy potato patties coated with crushed spiced black gram
Kachche Kele Ki Shaami
melt-in-mouth special raw banana mixture turned to patties and shallow-fried
Raita
Beaten yogurt flavoured with cumin and chaat masala
Karara Subz Roll
crisp mini mixed vegetable rolls
Masala Papad
Papad topped with a chatpata onion-tomato salad
Sides
Veg Appetizer
* Harippa Paneer Tikka
paneer in a blend of chilli and spices, cooked in tandoor
Veg Mixed. Platter For 4
selection of assorted starters (Hara masaley, Chanajor Garam, Spring rolls)
Cocktail Samosa Chaat
We’ve got the best way to serve your favourite snack crumbled samosa, chholay, sweet yogurt, chutney and sweet tamarind sauce.
* Hara Masaley Ka Bhuna Paneer
Griddled paneer cubes marinated in flavourful green masala
Kasundi Paneer Tikka
Kasundi mustard marInated paneer cooked in tandoor
Bhalla With Crackling Spinach
Classic dahi vada with crispy fried spinach ribbons
Veg Mixed. Platter For 2
selection of assorted starters (Hara masaley, Chanajor Garam, Spring rolls)
Dahi Ke Kabab
All time favourite outside crispy inside creamy
JACK DANIELS
WHISKEY
Wine - Chardonnay
La Crema
Russian river
Cambria
Katherines vineyard
Kendall-Jackson - Bottle
La Crema - Bottle
Cambria - Bottle
Carmel Road
Monterey
Kendall-Jackson
Vintners reserve
HENNESSY
COGNAC
Japanese Whiskey
Nikka Miyagikyo
Kaiyo Mizunara
Toki
Kendall-Jackson Merlot
Kendall-Jackson Merlot - Bottle
Tinto Negro - Bottle
Corkage Fees
Chento Malbec
Tinto Negro
Saracina Malec - Bottle
Chento Malbec - Bottle
Wine - Other Reds
Rice
* Dum Gosht Biryani
long-grain rice cooked with tender mutton and aromatic spices
Saada Chawal
simple steamed long-grain rice
Murgh Awadhi Biryani
long-grain rice cooked with chicken and aromatic spices
* World Famous Khichdi
This melange of rice, multigrains, pulses and fresh vegetables flavoured with choicest of spices results in something quite magical!
* Nizami Tarkari Biryani
long-grain rice cooked with vegetables and aromatic spices
Paneer Tawa Pulao
pan-tossed long grain rice with vegetables and paneer
Jeera Rice
Paneer Tikka And Avocado Salad
Spicy paneer tikka and creamy avocado in vinaigrette
* Chicken Tikka And Avocado Salad
Spicy chicken tikka and creamy avocado in vinaigrette
Sprouted Moong Salad
Sprouted moong tossed with chopped onion , tomatoes, potatoes and cucumber.
Papaya Peanut Kachumber
Raw papaya and roasted Gujrat peanuts with honey-lemon dressing
Chicken Tikka Caesar Salad
Crisp lettuce, bell pepper, croutons & Parmesan
Salads
Veg Mains
Ghara Dum Ke Aloo
slow-cooked potatoes with flavours from the North indian state of kashmir
Tadka Palak - Veg
Tempered spinach puree (Choose from options – Paneer / Water Chestnuts / Mushroom / Aloo)
Adraki Dhaniya Paneer
Paneer tossed with robust ginger and fresh cilantro
* Shaam Savera
Spinach dumplings filled with creamy paneer on a bed of velvety tomato gravy
Kebab Wali Sabji
Vegetable kebabs cooked in saffron and brown onion, Awadhi style gravy!
Paneer Methi Chaman
Paneer pieces cooked with fresh fenugreek leaves along with Indian spices
Aloo Bukhara Kofta
plum stuffed paneer-potato dumplings on a bed of luscious tomato gravy
Makhanwala Paneer
Paneer in rich tomato sauce accentuated with fenugreek
Subz Panchvati
sauteed assorted vegetabes with indian tempering
Dal Tadka Dhaba
butter tempering with cumin, onion garlic and dried red chillies over yellow lentils
Baghare Baingan
fried eggplants in a masala curry with coconut, sesame seeds and tamarind
Pindi Chholay
ginger and burnt cumin flavoured chickpeas
Kadai Gobhi Achari
cauliflower florets tossed with pickle and kadai masala
* Lalla Mussa Dal
signature style black lentils simmered overnight on slow fire
Paneer Takatak
Succulent cubes of paneer tossed in a lip smacking gravy
Bread Basket
Lachcha Paratha, Garlic Naan & Peshawari Naan
Garlic Naan
indian style leavened flatbread
Lachha Paratha
indian flatbread made of whle wheat flour
Pyaz Mirch Ki Roti
a popular indian flatbread made with onions and chillies
Tandoori Roti
a popular indian flatbread made in tandoor
Peshawari Naan
naan flecked with fragrant fennel, black sesame and pistachios
Naan
indian style leavened flatbread
Mint Parata
Breads
Catering
Catering
Catering Aug 27
Catering - 60
NON VEG FAMILY PACK FOR 2
Catering
Gulab Jamoon
MACALLAN SHERRY OAK
FRESH LIME SODA SWEET
Prefix Menu 65
Green Salad
FRESH LIME SODA SALT
Martini
LE CREMA PINOT NOIR
LEMONT BEER
Paneer Rolls
Prefix Menu 45
SANGAM (RAMPUR )
Corona
LE CREMA PINOT NOIR BOTTLE
Pre Fix Menu 14
Delivery Charges
Aug 5 Catering
Yuzu
SHIBUI
ROTI 50 PSC
ALLAGASH
NAAN 50 PSC
Knight Bridge
JAAN ( PAAN LIQUORE )
Oyster Bay Pinot Grigio
MALAI KOFTA FULL TRAY
Open Food Happy Hours
FRENCH FRIES
Set Up And Delivery Charges
Mango Lassi Catering
Set Up Charges And Delivery
TAJ MAHAL SMALL
Cocktail Samosa
Ad
VEG BIRYANI WITH RAITA
MOJITO
JAMESONS
SPRITE
CROWN ROYAL
Pre Fix Menu 11.00
Open Beverage Happy Hour
ADRAKI DHANIYA PANEER FULL TRAY
POTATO WEDGE
SETUP AND DELIVERY
Cocktail Samosa Catering
DAL TADKA DABBA FULL TRAY
Prefix Menu
HIGH NOON
Common
Bottle Beer
Flying Horse 22 Oz
Taj Mahal 22 Oz
Bira White
Corona
Bira Blonde
Heinekin
Carlsberg
Kingfisher
Fish Tikka Masala
Tandoor cooked fish tikka in tangy gravy
Rajasthani Laal Mass
Mutton marinated in a fiery marinade ,cooked in a flavourful gravy and that smoky touch makes it amazingly droolworthy
Malabari Mutton Pepper Fry
Kerala style lamb chunks tossed with freshly crushed black pepper and curry leaves.
Achari Gosht
chicken chunks tossed with flavourful pickle masala
Bhuna Gosht
Slow-cooked spicy mutton
Murgh Survedaar
spicy chicken curry flavoured with black pepper and corainder
Butter Chicken
chicken tikka in rich buttery makhni sauce
Tadka Palak - Non Veg
Tempered spinach puree. (Choose from options – Chicken/Mutton)
Murgh Khatta Pyaaz
Chicken and onions in a tangy gravy, interesting
Lazeez Murgh Tikka Masala
Chicken tikka in flavorful tangy gravy
Chicken Chettinad Roast
pan-roasted chicken with red onions and south indian spices
* Nalli Rogan Josh
lamb shanks with chilli and yogurt a popular one from Kashmir, North India
* Kadai Jheenga
prawns tossed with belle peppers and aromatic spices
* Puran Singh Da Tariwala Murgh
chicken curry from the legendary food stall on delhi-ambala road, North India
Meen Moilee
fish cooked in a ground coconut curry with ginger and chillies
Meaty Mains
Wine - Cabernet Sauvignon
Serial - Bottle
Jackson Estate
Alexander Valley
Murphy-Goode
North Coast
Arrowood - Bottle
Knights Valley
Anakota - Bottle
Knights Valley
Jackson Estate - Bottle
Silver Palm
Stonestreet - Bottle
Alexander Valley
Serial
Paso Robles
Silver Palm - Bottle
CK MONDAVI CAB
Camikara
Spirits
Vodka Gin Tequila
Patron Reposado
Titos
Don Julio Silver
Absolut Martini
Bombay Sapphire
Grey Goose
Nilgiris - India Gin
Tanqueray
Patron Silver
Kettel One
Hendricks Gin
Don Julio Reposado
WOODFORD RESERVE
BULLIET RYE
MAKERS MARK
BOURBON
Wine - Pinot Noir
Cambria - Bottle
Cambria
Juila's Vineyard
Siduri - Bottle
Willamette Valley
Copain Les Voisins - Bottle
Nielson - Bottle
Nielson
Santa Barbara
Carmel Road
Monterey
ACACIA PINOT NOIR
ACACIA PINOT NOIR BOTTLE
BIRA BOOM
Macallan 12 Yr Double Cask
Black Label
OBHAN 14
Blue Label
Red Label
Double Black Label
Blended Scotch
Coolers
ACQUA PANNA
DIET COKE
Fresh Lime Sode
Masala Chaas
Masala spiced Buttermilk
Paan
Jaljeera
Roasted cumin and amchur flavored lemonade
LEMONADE
Virgin Mojito
Iced Tea
Soft Drinks
Aam Panna
Aromatic green mint cooler
COKE
ICE TEA
Peru Pyala
Guava juice, lemon and mint served in a chilli rimmed glass
CHAI TEA
Mango Lassi
Mango flavoured yogurt based drink
SPARKLING WATER
805 Ale
Bluemoon
Lagunistas IPA
Local Brew
Draft Beer
Single Malt Whiskey
Glenmorangie
Glenfiddich 14Y
Glenlivet 18Y
Lagavulin 16Y
Glenlivet 15Y
Glenfiddich 12Y
Glenlivet 12Y
Glenlivet Reserve
Glenlivet 14Y
La Perlina Moscato
La Perlina Moscato - Bottle
Benvolio Prosecco
50 Degree Riesling
Crowded House Sauv Blanc
Murphy-Goode Sauv Blanc
Saracina Sauv Blanc - Bottle
Crowded House Sauv Blanc - Bottle
Benvolio Prosecco - Bottle
50 Degree Riesling - Bottle
Wine - Whites
Indian Whiskey
Amruth Sherry
Rampur Asava
Amrut Fusion
Ranthambore
Rampur
PAUL JOHN
Indri
Amrut Single Malt
CHIVAS REGAL
* Bhatti Ka Jheenga
Prawns marinated in spicy masala cooked to perfection in tandoor
Tangdi Kebab
Marinated chicken drumsticks cooked in Tandoor
* Tandoori Sea Bass
sea bass marinated with north indian spices cooked to perfection in tandoor
FULL Lawrence Road Tandoori Murgh
* Murgh Angaar Bedgi
The favourite chicken tikka spiced with special bedgi chillies
Tandoori Lamb Chops
Tandoori special succulent lamb chops
* Chandi Kaliyan
Boneless chicken pieces marinated in cream and aromatic spices ,skewered and cooked in tandoor
Pudina Seekh
Tandoor cooked minty lamb mince on skewers
Mixed Non Veg Platter For 2
selection of assorted starters(Amritsari machchi, Murgh Angaar, Pudina Seekh)
Pudina Murgh Tikka
Tandoor cooked minty chicken chunks on skewers
Mixed Non Veg Platter For 4
selection of assorted starters(Amritsari machchi, Murgh Angaar, Pudina Seekh)
HALF Lawrence Road Tandoori Murgh
Tandoori chicken inspired from the popular Lawrence Road of Amritsar, North India
Non Veg Appetizer
Desserts
Shahi Tukda
bread and milk pudding - a popular dessert from hyderabad, South India
Rasmalai
paneer dumplings in sweetened milk
* Gulab E Gulkand
gulab jamuns stuffed with rose petal compote
Ice Creams
Kesari Kulfi With Rabdi
like a breath of fresh air
LAPHROAIG 10 Y
SCOTCH
Soups
Murgh Yakhani Shorba
Tender chicken simmered in a super flavourful Kashmiri broth.
Desi Manchow Soup - Veg
Thick soup made of soya, flavoured with crushed pepper and aromatic spices
* Tomato Basil Shorba
Desi tomato soup with videshi twist
Desi Manchow Soup - Chicken
Thick soup made of soya, flavoured with crushed pepper and aromatic spices