Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We offer a diverse selection of Indian starters, from classic samosas, pakoras and samosa chaat to chicken tikka, seekh kabab, paneer tikka, bhel puri and Gobi Manchurian. The assorted appetizer platter brings together samosas, pakora, murgh tikka and seekh kabab for an easy-to-share option.

We have plenty of options for our vegetarian diners to explore including Dal Makhani, Dal Tadka, Channa Masala, Aloo Gobi, Saag Paneer, Paneer Makhnani, Vegetable Korma, Malai Kofta, Baingan Bharta, Bhindi Masala and Vegetable Jalfrezi. Vegan options are also available upon request making the menu flexible for different preferences.

For a taste of clay-oven cooking, our tandoori selection is worth exploring. The menu includes Chicken Tandoori, Chicken Tikka, Hariyali Tikka, Lasooni Kabab, Malai Kabab, Seekh Kabab, Lamb Chops, Salmon and Shrimp Tandoori. The Mixed Tandoori Platter combines chicken tikka, seekh kabab, lamb chops and salmon fillet.

Yes. We offer several seafood entrées including Shrimp Masala, Shrimp Vindaloo, Shrimp Jalfrezi, Goan Shrimp Curry, Shrimp Korma, Shrimp Saag, Shrimp Makhani and Goan Fish Curry. The dishes feature flavors ranging from spicy and savory to creamy and sweet-and-sour with shrimp or salmon paired with aromatic sauces and spices.

Yes. We serve freshly baked tandoori breads including naan, butter naan, roti, garlic naan, lacha paratha, onion kulcha, aloo paratha, methi paratha, Peshwari naan and more. For sharing, you can also choose the Bread Basket or Special Bread Basket featuring a selection of their popular breads.

When dining at Kadhai, always save room for something sweet because we offer traditional Indian desserts including rice pudding, ras malai, mango kulfi, pistachio kulfi, gulab jamun and gajar halwa. Drinks include sweet or salted lassi, mango lassi, masala tea, fresh juices, coffee and assorted soft drinks to round out your meal.

Yes. We offer a dedicated catering menu designed for gatherings of different sizes. The catering options include vegetable, chicken and lamb appetizers, dal, vegetable, chicken and lamb entrées, basmati or pulao rice, breads and desserts. Small platters serve approximately 20–25 people with larger options available.

Planning a meal at Kadhai is easy as the restaurant is open seven days a week. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. while dinner runs from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. This gives diners convenient options for both midday and evening meals.

Kadhai is located at 7905 Norfolk Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814 offering authentic Indian cuisine in the heart of Bethesda. For reservations, inquiries or more information about the restaurant, you can connect with the team at (301) 718-0121, (301) 215-7189 or email us at kadhai1@yahoo.com.