Daawat a Ishq Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Daawat a Ishq, where every dish is an invitation to experience a feast of love! Nestled in Portland, this charming Indian restaurant stands out for its authentic flavors and generous portions. Customers rave about the incredible samosas, which are perfectly crisp and accompanied by refreshing mint sauce. The butter chicken is a crowd favorite, characterized by its rich tomato sauce and vibrant spices.

Vegetarians will delight in the options available, including dal and paneer dishes that showcase the rich culinary heritage of India. Guests appreciate the healthy portion sizes, leaving them with ample leftovers to savor later. With friendly staff and prompt service, it's evident that Daawat a Ishq has mastered the balance of quality food and customer satisfaction. Whether you're dining in or taking out, each meal promises to deliver an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

Dessert

Kheer

Rice pudding.

US$6.99

Gulab Jamun

Pastery ball coated with syrup made out of honey and rose water.

US$5.99

Gajar Halwa

Carrot pudding.

US$8.99

Ras Malai

Rasmalai are soft cheese dumplings soaked in a cardamom and saffron milk.

US$6.99

Paneer Wrap

Flavorful wrap made with marinated cheese and veggies.

US$10.99

Chicken Boti Wrap

Boneless chicken cooked with Indian spices.

US$10.99

Chicken Malai Boti

Bone-less chicken cooked with creamy sauce and spices.

US$11.99

Chicken Seekh Kebab Wrap

Tender chicken marinated with Indian sauces and onions.

US$10.99

Veggie Wrap

Flavorful wrap with cooked veggies.

US$10.99

Indian Wraps

Fresh Breads

Gobi Paratha

Indian flatbread stuffed with onions and spices.

US$5.50

Cheese Naan

Tandoori naan stuffed with mozzarella cheese.

US$5.99

Spinach And Cheese Naan

US$6.99

Lacha Paratha

Indian flatbread with flaky and crispy layers.

US$5.00

Butter Naan

Buttery Indian flatbread.

US$5.00

Assorted Bread Basket

Variety of Indian flatbreads.

US$16.99

Chilli Cheese Naan

Flatbread stuffed with green chili, Indian cheese, onions, and spices.

US$6.99

Plain Naan

Light and fluffy flatbread.

US$4.00

Tandoori Roti

Whole wheat bread cooked in tandoor.

US$4.50

Aloo Paratha

Flatbread stuffed with spiced potatoes.

US$6.99

Onion Kulcha

Flatbread stuffed with onion and spices cooked in oven.

US$5.50

Chicken Naan

Flatbread stuffed with chicken and spices.

US$6.99

Tandoori Naan

Indian flatbread cooked in a clay oven.

US$4.50

Egg Keema Parantha

US$7.50

Paneer Paratha

Wheat bread stuffed with grated Indian cheese & spices.

US$6.99

Garlic Naan

Naan bread laced with garlic & cilantro with butter.

US$6.99

Masala Soda

Sparkling water with spices.

US$5.99

Lemonade

US$6.99

Masala Chai

Indian tea.

US$5.99

Salty Lassi

Made from yogurt and salt.

US$6.49

Rose Milk

Milk with rose syrup.

US$6.49

Mango Lassi

Made from yogurt, milk, and mango pulp.

US$6.99

Sweet Lassi

Made from yogurt and sugar.

US$6.49

Drinks

Non-Veg Curry Corner

Butter Chicken

Chicken cooked in a velvety sauce with spices.

US$20.79

Vindaloo

A dish with a tangy and spicy flavor combo.

US$21.99

Kadahi Chicken

Chicken cooked in a ginger, garlic sauce with onion and bell pepper.

US$20.99

Tikka Masala

Tender Meat pieces swimming in a creamy tomato sauce with spices.

US$20.79

Chicken Boneless Handi

Boneless chicken cooked in a whipped, aromatic, yogurt sauce with caramelized onion and ginger garlic paste.

US$20.99

Goat Saag

Pieces of goat cooked in a creamy spinach gravy.

US$21.99

Kadahi Goat

Juicy pieces of goat tossed in herbs and spices.

US$22.99

Jalfrezi

Meat stir fried with plenty of veggies.

US$19.29

Kadahi Lamb

Juicy pieces of lamb tossed in herbs and spices.

US$21.99

Mango Chicken

Juicy chicken pieces cooked in onion sauce with light spices and finished with mango puree and cream.

US$20.99

Madras Curry

A delicious curry from south India prepared with onion & special spices with a touch of coconut milk.

US$21.99

Desi Salad

Consists of cucumber, onion, carrots, tomato, and cabbage topped with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

US$7.99

Kachumber Salad

Vegetables topped with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

US$12.99

Salads

Veg Curry Corner

Bhindi Masala

Semi dry, okra curry, sauteed with spices, herbs, onions, and tomato's.

US$18.99

Methi Matar Mushroom

Mushroom and peas cooked in a a buttery sauce.

US$18.99

Dal Makhani

Black lentils with subtle smoky flavors and creaminess.

US$18.99

Aloo Gobhi

Cauliflower, potatoes cooked with ginger, garlic,onion and spices.

US$18.99

Baingan Bharta

Baingan bharta is a traditional dish made with grilled eggplants, onions, tomatoes, spices and herb.

US$18.99

Kadhai Paneer

Cheese cubes cooked in a gravy with onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers.

US$20.79

Channa Masala

Garbanzo beans made in Indian spices, onions, ginger, garlic & tomatoes.

US$19.99

Palak Paneer

Pureed spinach made with onions, spices, paneer and herbs.

US$19.99

Malai Kofta

Potato and cheese fried balls served in rich gravy.

US$20.79

Dal Tadka

Yellow lentils cooked with cumin seeds, ginger, garlic, tomato, and onions.

US$18.49

Shahi Paneer

Paneer floating in a creamy gravy.

US$20.79

Navratana Korma

Mixed vegetables cooked in gravy of tomato and onion sauce with mild spices.

US$19.29

Tofu Saag

Pureed spinach made with onions, spices, tofu and herbs.

US$19.99

Mix Vegetable Sabji

Mixed vegetables sauteed with Indian spices.

US$18.49

Madras Curry

A delicious curry from south India prepared with onion & special spices with a touch of coconut milk.

US$20.99

Mushroom Saag

Pureed spinach made with onions, spices, mushrooms and herbs.

US$19.79

Onion Bhaaji

Onion fritters coated in chickpea batter and fried served chutney.

US$9.49

Vegetable Samosa

Crispy fried dumplings stuffed with potatoes and vegetables.

US$7.99

Paneer Pakora

Paneer coated in a chickpea batter and fried.

US$9.99

Samosa Chaat

Savory stuffed pastry topped with chickpea, yogurt and a spicy sauce.

US$10.99

Aloo Tikki Chaat

Fried potato patty topped with yogurt, cilantro and a spicy sauce.

US$10.99

Mixed Vegetable Pakora

Mixed vegetables coated in a chickpea batter and fried.

US$9.99

Veg Appetizers

Street Food

Gobi Manchurian

Fried cauliflower tossed in spicy and tangy sauce with onion and bell peppers.

US$14.99

Chili Chicken

Fried chicken tossed in spicy and tangy sauce with onion and bell peppers.

US$17.99

Choley Bhature

Fried flatbread served with chickpea curry.

US$14.99

Chili Paneer

Fried paneer cubes tossed in spicy and tangy sauce with onion and bell peppers.

US$16.99

Bollywood Wings

US$13.99

Pani Puri

Hollow fried ball filled with potato, chickpeas, onions and flavored water.

US$8.99

Veg Biryani

Authentic Indian rice with veggies and spices.

US$16.99

Non-Veg Biryani (Lamb, Goat, Chicken, Shrimp)

Authentic Indian rice with meat and spices.

US$19.99

Biryani

Sides

Mixed Pickle

Pickled veggies.

US$4.49

Pappadum

Thin and crispy snack.

US$3.00

Tamarind Chutney

Sauce made out of tamarind.

US$3.50

Mint Chutney

Sauce made out of mint.

US$3.50

Plain Rice

Simply cooked rice.

US$4.99

Raita

Yogurt with grated carrots and cucumber.

US$4.99

Fish Pakora

Fish coated with chickpea batter and fried.

US$13.99

Lamb Samosa

Crispy fried dumplings stuffed with lamb and vegetables.

US$10.99

Chicken Boti

US$15.99

Chicken Nuggets & Chips

US$14.99

Malai Boti

Chunks of boneless chicken marinated in mildly flavored cream sauce with fresh herbs.

US$17.99

Tandoori Fish

Roasted fish marinated in yogurt and spices.

US$14.99

Tandoori Chicken

Roasted chicken marinated in yogurt and spices.

US$22.99

Tandoori Shrimp

Roasted shrimp marinated in yogurt and spices.

US$16.99

Lamb Seekh Kabab

Marinated lamb in yogurt and spices threaded onto skewers, cooked in clay oven.

US$15.99

Chicken Seekh Kabab

Marinated chicken in yogurt and spices threaded onto skewers, cooked in clay oven.

US$14.99

Non Veg Appetizers