The Desi Lane Esplanade Menu offers a variety of Indian, Chinese, and Continental dishes, including tandoori starters, paneer curries, biryani, noodles, pasta, pizza, desserts, and beverages. This guide covers popular food options, approximate menu prices, restaurant location, and useful dining information to help you plan your visit. As menu items and prices may change, confirm the latest details with the restaurant before ordering.
Desi Lane Esplanade Menu Price List: Starters and small plates
The reference menu includes soups, quick bites, vegetarian Chinese starters, non-vegetarian appetisers and Indian tandoor selections. Prices are approximate and should be reconfirmed.
Soups and quick bites
| Dish Name | Description | Price (₹, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Clear Soup | Light clear soup; vegetarian or non-vegetarian version may vary | 150–190 |
| Cream of Tomato Soup | Creamy tomato soup | 150 |
| Cream of Mushroom Soup | Mushroom-based soup | 150 |
| Sweet Corn Soup | Mild sweet-corn soup | 150–190 |
| Hot & Sour Soup | Tangy, spicy soup | 150–190 |
| Manchow Soup | Indo-Chinese soup | 150–190 |
| Tom Yum Soup | Thai-style hot-and-sour soup | 150–190 |
| Masala Peanuts | Seasoned peanuts for sharing | 125 |
| French Fries | Fried potato sticks | 120 |
| Wai-Wai Masala | Seasoned instant-noodle snack | 100 |
| Chilli Garlic Maggi | Maggi tossed with chilli and garlic | 130 |
| Cheese Toasted Sandwich | Toasted sandwich with cheese | 140 |
| Garlic Bread | Toasted bread with garlic | 140 |
| Chinese Bhel | Crispy noodle-based Indo-Chinese snack | 150 |
Vegetarian Chinese starters
| Dish Name | Description | Price (₹, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Fried Wontons | Crispy vegetable-filled wontons | 150 |
| Spring Rolls | Crisp rolls with vegetable filling | 150 |
| Steamed Wontons | Steamed dumplings | 150 |
| Stir-Fried Vegetables | Seasonal vegetables tossed in a wok | 180 |
| Momo | Dumplings; preparation may vary | 180 |
| Kung Pao Potato | Spiced potato in a Kung Pao-style preparation | 180 |
| Honey Diced Potato | Sweet-and-spicy potato bites | 180 |
| Corn Spring Roll | Spring roll with corn filling | 180 |
| Crispy Chilli Babycorn | Crisp babycorn with chilli seasoning | 190 |
| Chilli Wontons | Wontons in a spicy preparation | 190 |
| Paneer Schezwan | Paneer with Schezwan-style seasoning | 190 |
| Honey Chilli Potato with Broccoli | Potato and broccoli in a sweet-spicy sauce | 210 |
| Chilli Stuffed Mushrooms | Stuffed mushroom starter | 270 |
| Cajun Spice Potato | Potato with Cajun-style seasoning | 270 |
Non-vegetarian starters and tandoori favourites
| Dish Name | Description | Price (₹, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Fried Wontons | Crispy chicken-filled wontons | 200 |
| Chicken Momo | Chicken dumplings | 210 |
| Kung Pao Chicken | Chicken in a spicy, savoury sauce | 240 |
| Chicken 65 | Spiced fried chicken bites | 240 |
| Chicken Drums of Heaven | Saucy chicken drumettes | 240 |
| Thai Basil Chicken | Chicken with basil-style seasoning | 240 |
| Chicken Spring Roll | Crisp roll with chicken filling | 240 |
| Pan-Fried Chilli Fish | Fish cooked with chilli seasoning | 240 |
| Garlic Prawn | Prawns with garlic | 310 |
| Fish Ajwani Tikka | Fish tikka with ajwain seasoning | 240 |
| Fish Irani Tikka | Fish tikka in an Irani-style marinade | 240 |
| Murgh Tikka | Tandoori-marinated chicken pieces | 240 |
| Chicken Seekh Kebab | Minced chicken shaped on skewers | 240 |
| Murgh Reshmi Kebab | Tender chicken kebab with a creamy marinade | 240 |
| Chicken Pahadi Kebab | Herb-marinated chicken kebab | 260 |
| Afghani Chicken, half | Creamy-style chicken preparation | 300 |
| Prawn Tandoori | Tandoor-cooked prawns | 320 |
| Veg Kebab Platter | Assorted vegetarian kebabs | 325 |
| Non-Veg Kebab Platter | Assorted meat kebabs | 415 |
Desi Lane Esplanade Menu With Price: Vegetarian main course
For a filling vegetarian meal, pair a curry or dal with rice or Indian bread. The listed prices below come from a third-party menu reference and may not match the current outlet bill.
| Dish Name | Description | Price (₹, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Pindi Chana | Chickpeas in a robust spice mix | 180 |
| Chana Masala | Chickpeas in onion-tomato gravy | 180 |
| Corn Chana Masala | Chickpeas with corn | 220 |
| Dal Methi Matar Malai | Lentils with fenugreek, peas and a creamy finish | 220 |
| Kasturi Dal Tadka | Lentils tempered with spices | 160 |
| Dal Haryali | Lentil preparation with green herbs | 160 |
| Dal Makhani | Slow-cooked black lentils in a rich gravy | 180 |
| Yellow Dal Tadka | Yellow lentils with a spiced tempering | 180 |
| Jeera Aloo | Potatoes seasoned with cumin | 180 |
| Aloo Matar | Potato and peas curry | 180 |
| Kashmiri Aloo Dum | Spiced potato curry | 220 |
| Mushroom Masala | Mushrooms in masala gravy | 290 |
| Vegetable Kofta | Vegetable dumplings in gravy | 270 |
| Malai Kofta | Soft kofta in a creamy sauce | 270 |
| Matar Paneer | Paneer and peas in curry | 240 |
| Paneer Do Pyaza | Paneer with onions | 240 |
| Paneer Butter Masala | Paneer in a buttery tomato-based gravy | 240 |
| Paneer Lababdar | Paneer in a rich, spiced sauce | 240 |
| Palak Paneer | Paneer with spinach | 240 |
| Kadhai Paneer | Paneer cooked with peppers and spices | 240 |
| Paneer Tikka Masala | Tandoori-style paneer in masala gravy | 240 |
Non-vegetarian main course and seafood
The reference menu includes chicken curries plus fish and prawn dishes. Ask the staff about spice levels, portion sizes and availability before ordering.
| Dish Name | Description | Price (₹, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Murgh Patiyala | Chicken in a rich curry preparation | 270 |
| Murgh Tariwala | Chicken in a gravy-style curry | 270 |
| Murgh Haradhania | Chicken with a green-herb flavour profile | 290 |
| Shahi Murgh | Rich, royal-style chicken curry | 290 |
| Murgh Keema | Minced chicken preparation | 290 |
| Murgh Tikka Masala | Tandoori-style chicken in masala gravy | 290 |
| Murgh Punjabi Masala | Chicken in Punjabi-style gravy | 290 |
| Chicken Butter Masala | Chicken in buttery tomato gravy | 300 |
| Murgh Reshmi Butter Masala | Creamy chicken preparation | 300 |
| Fish Tikka Masala | Fish in a spiced masala sauce | 290 |
| Fish Goan Curry | Fish curry inspired by Goan flavours | 290 |
| Fish Tawa Masala | Fish cooked with tawa-style masala | 290 |
| Sarson Fish | Fish with mustard seasoning | 290 |
| Prawn Malai Tandoori | Tandoori prawns with a creamy-style marinade | 320 |
| Prawn Tandoori Masala | Tandoori prawns with masala | 320 |
Rice, biryani and Indian breads
| Dish Name | Description | Price (₹, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Steamed Rice | Plain steamed rice | 80 |
| Jeera Rice | Rice flavoured with cumin | 100 |
| Peas Pulao | Rice cooked with peas | 120 |
| Desi Pulao | House-style seasoned rice | 140 |
| Veg Biryani | Fragrant rice with vegetables and spices | 280 |
| Chicken Biryani | Rice cooked with chicken and spices | 380 |
| Fulka | Simple Indian flatbread | 30 |
| Roomali Roti | Thin, soft flatbread | 50 |
| Lachha Paratha | Layered flatbread | 50 |
| Pudina Paratha | Mint-flavoured paratha | 80 |
| Plain Naan | Leavened Indian bread | 60 |
| Butter Naan | Naan finished with butter | 70 |
| Masala Kulcha | Kulcha with spiced flavouring | 70 |
| Cheese Kulcha | Kulcha with cheese | 80 |
| Cheese Garlic Naan | Naan topped with cheese and garlic | 100 |
| Kabuli Naan | Sweet-and-savoury-style naan; ask about ingredients | 100 |
Beyond Indian food: pasta, noodles, Chinese mains and pizza
One reason groups may find the Desi Lane Esplanade Menu convenient is its range beyond Indian curries. Third-party listings show the following options and reference prices.
| Dish Name | Description | Price (₹, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Penne Pasta, Funghi | Penne with mushroom-based preparation | 280–320 |
| Penne Alfredo / Arrabbiata / Mix Sauce | Pasta with a choice of sauce | 280–320 |
| Spaghetti Aglio Olio | Spaghetti with garlic and oil | 300 |
| Baked Pasta | Oven-baked pasta dish | 300 |
| Veg Au Gratin | Baked vegetables with a creamy topping | 290 |
| Mushroom Risotto | Creamy rice dish with mushrooms | 270 |
| Chicken and Mushroom Risotto | Risotto with chicken and mushrooms | 320 |
| Fried Rice | Wok-tossed rice; variant affects price | 250–270 |
| Hakka Noodles | Stir-fried noodles | 250–270 |
| Schezwan Noodles | Noodles with spicy Schezwan seasoning | 250–270 |
| Pan-Fried Noodles | Noodles with a pan-fried preparation | 280–320 |
| Vegetable in Hunan Sauce | Vegetables in a spicy sauce | 220 |
| Chicken in Hunan Sauce | Chicken in a spicy sauce | 280 |
| Thai Green Curry | Thai-style green curry | 320–370 |
| Ginger Garlic Prawn | Prawns with ginger and garlic | 330 |
| Margherita Pizza | Pizza with a simple cheese-and-tomato topping | 250 |
| Paneer Tikka Pizza | Pizza topped with paneer tikka-style ingredients | 260 |
| Smokey Chicken Pizza | Pizza with smoky chicken topping | 340 |
| Peri Peri Chicken Pizza | Pizza with peri-peri chicken | 340 |
Desserts and beverages
| Dish Name | Description | Price (₹, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Vanilla Ice Cream | Classic ice cream | 80 |
| Darshan with Vanilla Ice Cream | Sweet dessert served with ice cream | 200 |
| Chocolate Lava | Chocolate dessert with a soft centre | 230 |
| Chocolate Bomb | Chocolate-based dessert | 250 |
| Brownie with Vanilla Ice Cream | Brownie served with ice cream | 240 |
| Oreo Cake | Oreo-style cake dessert | 250 |
| Cheesecake | Creamy cheesecake | 250 |
| Waffle, Nutella/Oreo | Waffle with a listed topping option | 250 |
| Nutella Crepe | Crepe with Nutella | 270 |
| Thai Ice Tea | Tea-based cold drink | 210 |
| Gandharaj Basil Mojito | Citrus, basil and mint-style mocktail | 180 |
| Berry Blast | Berry-style non-alcoholic drink | 180 |
| Virgin Margarita | Non-alcoholic margarita-style drink | 180 |
| Kiwi Frappe | Kiwi-flavoured blended drink | 160 |
| Aerated Drinks | Soft drinks | 80 |
| Soda | Soda water | 50 |
| Mineral Water | Bottled water | 40 |
| Classic Mojito | Cocktail listing; alcohol and recipe should be confirmed | 350 |
| Long Island Iced Tea | Cocktail listing | 500 |
| Cosmopolitan | Cocktail listing | 315 |
| Extra Dry Martini | Cocktail listing | 350 |
| Jager Bomb | Cocktail listing | 575 |
Alcoholic drink availability, serving sizes, taxes and prices are especially likely to change. This is not a complete alcohol catalogue; check the current bar card directly.
Desi Lane Esplanade Menu Price List PDF and menu card
A verified, current official Desi Lane Esplanade Menu Price List PDF was not available for me to confirm during research. The official website has an outlet page and a “View Menu” route, but the live item-by-item menu and prices could not be independently validated here. For the most accurate Desi Lane Esplanade Menu Card, use the official site or ask the Esplanade team for the current menu. Third-party menu pages are useful for planning, but they may combine older menus, different outlets or approximate rates.
Buffet, happy hours, hookah and special offers
Do not assume that a buffet, happy hour, hookah service or a particular discount is available just because it appears on a third-party restaurant page. I could not verify current Esplanade-specific terms for the Desi Lane Esplanade Menu Buffet, Desi Lane Esplanade Menu Happy Hours or Desi Lane Esplanade Menu Hookah Price from a current official source. Contact the outlet and ask about dates, time windows, minimum spend, taxes, age restrictions and whether reservations are needed. Offers can vary by location and event.
Nutrition information: what diners should know
The restaurant does not provide a complete official nutrition chart in the sources checked. The table below gives broad, general estimates for typical restaurant portions, not Desi Lane-certified figures.
| Food type | Indicative calories per serving | What can change the total |
|---|---|---|
| Clear soup | 80–150 kcal | Oil, cream and portion size |
| Vegetable starter | 200–400 kcal | Deep-frying and sauces |
| Chicken starter | 250–500 kcal | Marinade, skin and cooking oil |
| Paneer curry | 350–550 kcal | Cream, butter and portion size |
| Dal | 250–400 kcal | Tempering and added fat |
| Chicken curry | 350–550 kcal | Gravy, oil and serving size |
| Biryani | 500–800 kcal | Rice portion, meat and oil |
| Naan | 180–300 kcal | Size and butter |
| Fried rice or noodles | 400–650 kcal | Oil and protein additions |
| Pizza | 500–900 kcal | Crust, cheese and toppings |
If you have an allergy or dietary restriction, speak to staff before ordering. Do not rely on a dish name alone to determine whether it contains nuts, dairy, gluten, eggs or other allergens.
Family dining, events and catering
The official website presents Desi Lane as a large-format restobar brand and lists the Esplanade venue as a substantial outlet. The wide range of dishes can help mixed groups choose a meal, but details such as a dedicated kids’ menu, rooftop seating, live folk music, private rooms or children’s offers should be checked for this particular outlet before planning around them.
For corporate meals, birthdays, weddings or parties, ask the team directly whether group dining or catering is available. Confirm minimum guest counts, package inclusions, menu customisation, advance payment, service charges and cancellation terms. Published prices for individual dishes should not be treated as catering quotes.
Franchise information: is Desi Lane accepting applications?
Desi Lane’s official website describes a multi-outlet brand and its growth plans. However, the official site describes its operating model as company-owned and company-operated. I could not verify an open public franchise programme or a confirmed franchise investment amount. Treat online investment estimates as unverified unless the company confirms them directly. Anyone considering a business proposal should contact the brand through its official website rather than paying an intermediary based on an online claim.
Food quality, hygiene and safety
Desi Lane’s official website promotes its food and hospitality offering, but I could not independently confirm outlet-specific kitchen audit reports, ingredient-sourcing claims or a current Esplanade FSSAI licence number from the official menu page. Customers who need certification details can ask the restaurant to display its applicable FSSAI licence and can check the licence details through official food-safety channels. For a safer visit, tell staff about allergies, check that food is served at an appropriate temperature, and ask about ingredients when a dish description is unclear.
Under the Neem Trees Menu: is it the same restaurant?
“Under the Neem Trees” appears in the requested brief, but I could not verify it as the name of a Desi Lane Esplanade menu section or as an associated venue. It should not be presented as part of Desi Lane without confirmation. The verified address for Desi Lane Esplanade is listed below.
Desi Lane Esplanade location details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | Desi Lane Esplanade |
| Address | 5, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Esplanade, Dharmatala, Taltala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700013 |
| Area | Esplanade / Dharmatala |
| City | Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
| Official website | https://www.desilane.in/ |
| Usual published hours | The official site lists the brand as open daily, 12:00 PM–12:00 AM; confirm outlet-specific hours before travelling |
The central location makes it a practical option to consider while exploring Esplanade, but confirm opening hours and table availability on the day.
Conclusion
The Desi Lane Esplanade Menu offers a broad multi-cuisine selection in central Kolkata, from tandoori starters and paneer curries to biryani, noodles, pasta, pizza, desserts and drinks. The price tables in this guide are reference figures sourced from third-party menu listings, not a verified live bill of fare. Before you visit, confirm the current menu card, taxes, beverage prices, buffet details, happy hours and any special facilities directly with the Esplanade outlet. That extra check is the best way to avoid surprises and choose dishes that suit your group and budget.
Frequently asked questions
What is on the Desi Lane Esplanade Menu?
Third-party listings show Indian, tandoori, Chinese, Continental, Italian, rice, dessert and beverage options.
What is the Desi Lane Esplanade Menu price range?
Reference listings show many dishes from about ₹80 to ₹500, while some cocktails cost more. Confirm current rates.
Is a Desi Lane Esplanade Menu PDF available?
I could not verify a current official PDF. Ask the outlet for its latest menu card.
Does Desi Lane Esplanade offer a buffet?
Current Esplanade-specific buffet availability and prices could not be confirmed. Contact the outlet.
Does Desi Lane Esplanade have happy hours?
Offers can vary by outlet and date. Confirm the current schedule directly.
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