PINAKI - A Classic Indian Restaurant & Bar Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to PINAKI - A Classic Indian Restaurant & Bar, a burgeoning gem located at 257 Shields Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne. With a menu brimming with authentic Indian flavors, it promises a culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds. Diners have been raving about the Ghee Kaaram Dosa, which offers a delightful crispy texture, and the sumptuous Chole Puri that bursts with spices.

While some dishes, like the paneer curry, have received mixed reviews, the overall feedback highlights a commitment to fresh, flavorful cooking. Standouts include the dahi puri, praised for its unique taste, and a variety of dosas known for their crispy perfection.

With a dedication to quality and inviting hospitality, PINAKI is definitely a must-visit for those in search of comforting, delicious Indian meals that feel like home.

ALL-DAY BREAKFAST

Idly

Steamed rice cakes served with creamy peanut chutney, zesty ginger chutney, and a spiced lentil stew called Sambar. A classic South Indian dish, light & flavorful

$£4.99

Ghee Kaaram Idly

Steamed rice cakes topped with lentil spiced ghee(gunpowder), served with peanut chutney, tangy ginger chutney, and a savory lentil stew

$£5.99

Thatte Idly

Soft, small plate-sized rice cake served with peanut chutney, tangy ginger chutney, and spiced lentil stew

$£4.99

Thatte Ghee Kaaram Idly

Soft, small plate-sized rice cake topped with lentil spiced ghee(gunpowder), served with peanut chutney, tangy ginger chutney, and a savory lentil stew

$£5.99

Plain Dosa

Crispy rice crepe served with peanut chutney, tangy ginger chutney, and spiced lentil stew

$£5.49

Onion Dosa

Crispy rice crepe with sautéed onions, served with peanut chutney, ginger chutney, and lentil stew

$£5.49

Masala Dosa

Crispy rice crepe half stuffed with spiced potato curry, served with peanut chutney, ginger chutney, and lentil stew

$£6.49

Cheese Dosa

$£6.49

Ghee Plain Dosa

$£5.99

Ghee Kaaram Dosa

$£6.49

Poori

$£5.99

Upma

$£4.99

Paneer Butter Masala

$£10.99

Creamy Chicken Masala

$£10.99

Telangana Chicken curry

$£9.49

Chole Curry

$£6.99

Shahi Paneer

$£10.99

Veg Kofta Curry

$£10.99

CURRIES

MAIN COURSE MENU

Chicken Fry Piece Biryani

$£9.49

Bagara Rice

$£5.49

Kadhi Chawal

$£7.99

Curd Rice

$£5.49

Plain Rice

$£3.49

Hyderabad Chicken Dum Biryani

$£7.99

Lollipop Biryani

$£9.99

Chicken 65 Biryani

$£10.99

Chole Puri (Chef's MOM's Recipe)

$£8.99

SPECIALS

SNACKS

Pungulu

$£5.99

Mirchi Bhajji

$£5.99

Cut Mirchi Bhajji

$£6.49

Kaju Chicken Pakodi

$£7.25

Chicken Pakodi

$£6.49

Dahi Puri

$£5.49

Sev Puri

$£4.99

Vada Paav

$£5.49

Chicken 65

$£7.49

Chicken Lollipop wet

$£7.49

Chicken Lollipop dry

$£6.99

Chilli Paneer

$£7.25

Pani Puri

$£5.49

Pav Bhaji

A Mumbai street food classic! A deliciously spiced mixed vegetable mash cooked in butter and served with soft, toasted pav (buns), onions, lemon, and a dollop of butter. Comforting, flavorful, and perfect for any time of the day.

$£7.99

Misal Pav

Misal Pav is a popular and spicy Maharashtrian street food dish that consists of a flavorful curry made from sprouted moth beans (matki) called "misal", served with pav (soft bread rolls). It is typically garnished with farsan (a crunchy Indian snack mix), chopped onions, coriander leaves, and a wedge of lemon.

$£9.99

Elaichi Chai

$£2.49

Coffee

$£2.49

Coke

$£1.99

Pepsi

$£1.99

Bottle of water

$£1.00

Masala Chaanch

$£2.95

Nimbu Paani

$£2.95

Filter Coffee

$£3.49

Nanari sharbat

$£4.99

DRINKS

Desserts

Junnu (Kharvas)

$£7.99

Sizzling Brownie with Ice Cream

$£7.99

Gulab Jamun with Ice Cream

$£6.99

Gulab Jamun

$£4.99