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This is no ordinary biryani. It is an invitation — to pause, to savour, to celebrate the ritual of slow cooking. Each Dum biryani is layered with care, sealed with purpose, and cooked in traditional pots. Rice fragrant with spice. Proteins steeped in bold, unapologetic flavour.No shortcuts. No rush. Just quiet indulgence — ready to be shared and remembered.
Goat meat, slow-braised with warming spices and aged basmati rice. A house favourite — served with its own miniature accompaniment. The recipe draws from royal kitchens of Awadh, where time was the secret ingredient. 12.50
Lamb, marinated overnight, slow-cooked with caramelised onions, saffron, and fragrant rice. Each grain draws the richness of the broth; each bite lingers long after. 12.50
Tender cuts of chicken, layered with rose-scented basmati, crisped onions, and a gentle hand of cardamom. A biryani that comforts and captivates in equal measure. 11.90
Bold and unapologetic — beef, braised to softness, folded through spiced rice deepened with cloves and black pepper. A dish that invites a slower meal. 13.20
Slow-stirred, spice-deepened, and built on patience. Our curries begin with browned onions, house-ground masalas, and a flame that is never hurried. Each one carries its own character — some bold, some soft, all meant for the kind of meal where time is allowed to linger.
Deep-braised goat, cooked slow and dark with black cardamom, browned onions, and warming garam masala. A broth-rich curry meant for unhurried meals. 9.50
Chicken simmered in a base of ripe tomatoes, roasted cumin, and house-ground spices. Balanced heat, layered flavour, a quiet richness. 8.90
Marbled lamb cooked long in its own stock, with fenugreek, coriander, and aged black pepper. A curry of depth and silk. 9.90
Seasonal vegetables caught in a slow-stirred masala of browned onions, ginger, and a whisper of clove. Soft, spiced, and gently sweet. 7.90
Soft-boiled eggs set in a tomato-chilli base scented with cinnamon and bay. A simple curry made memorable by its masala. 7.90
“Sweet endings, quiet pauses. Our puddings are built on nostalgia and comfort — slow-stirred, spice-touched, and served without rush. A fitting close to a feast.”
Silken cream layered with ripe mango. Bright, cool, and lush. (V) 6.90
A whisper of coconut — light, airy, and gently sweet. (V) (Ve) 6.90
Delicate custard apple folded through softly whipped cream. (V) 7.50
Rice, milk, and saffron — slow-stirred and warmly spiced. (V) 6.90
A rotation of seasonal Naturals flavours — served simply. (V) 12.50
Traditional matka kulfi — choose pistachio or almond. (V) 7.90
Vanilla or chocolate — soft-serve simplicity. (V) 4.90
Semolina slow-cooked in saffron and ghee — golden and rich. (V) 6.50
Our chef’s pannacotta — dressed with a seasonal topping. (V) 7.50
A dense cream of cashews — rich, nutty, and indulgent. (V) 7.90
A playful pot of chai-infused ice cream. Spice meets sweet. (V) 7.70
Prawns, flash-cooked to tenderness, folded through rice steeped in smoky ghee and tempered spices. A biryani that carries both sea and flame. 13.90
Soft-centred eggs, layered with spiced rice, crisped shallots, and the warmth of mace and nutmeg. Humble in appearance; elegant in flavour. (V) 12.50
Jackfruit, hand-pulled and slow-braised with a deep house masala. Its fibres catch the perfume of the rice, making for an unexpected richness. 11.90
Golden-seared paneer set between layers of saffron rice and slow-cooked aromatics. A dish of gentle indulgence and quiet depth. 11.90
Carrots, beans, peas and cauliflower — each cooked to its own perfection, then brought together in spiced basmati. A garden in every bite. (V) 10.90
For those who linger between bites, for those who build their own plate. Salads that cool, breads that cradle, bites that surprise — and a little extra rice, always. These are the quiet companions to your feast.
A cooling crunch of mint, onion, cucumber and lemon — fresh, bright, and quietly sharp. 5.20
Tender chickpeas tossed with herbs, lemon, and a whisper of green chilli. Light enough to refresh; bold enough to stand alone. 5.20
Steamed basmati rice, simple and soft — a quiet companion to deeper flavours. (Ve) 4.90
Aromatic rice kissed with ghee and saffron, layered with warmth from whole spices. (Ve) 5.90
A light, fragrant pulao — spiced with subtle notes of cardamom and bay. (V) (Ve) 6.20
Fold, cradle, scoop, soak — bread is the bridge between hand and plate. Our breads are made soft, warm, and ready to meet curry or biryani, bite for bite.
Soft, pillowy bread with a tender bite — made for the art of scooping. (V) 4.90
The city’s beloved bread roll — warm, buttered, and built for comfort. (V) 4.50
Small plates with a bold spirit. Crisp, spiced, and built for sharing — or not. These are bites to start the meal, spark conversation, or linger with a drink.
Golden-crisp chicken bites — tender within, spiced to linger.(S) 8.50
Lamb morsels, slow-cooked and seared with house-ground masala. Bold and rich. (S) 8.90
A crisp medley of vegetables, tossed in spice and fried to a crunch. (V) (Ve) 7.50
Cheese cubes, crumbed and golden — soft inside, indulgent all through. (V) 7.90
(S) Spicy (V) Suitable for vegetarians (Ve) Suitable for vegans.
Some dishes marked (V) or (Ve) may contain traces of allergens. While we take great care, we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free kitchen.
If you have any allergies or dietary needs, please speak to us. Vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free menus are available.
This is no ordinary biryani. It is an invitation — to pause, to savour, to celebrate the ritual of slow cooking. Each Dum biryani is layered with care, sealed with purpose, and cooked in traditional pots. Rice fragrant with spice. Proteins steeped in bold, unapologetic flavour.No shortcuts. No rush. Just quiet indulgence — ready to be shared and remembered.
Goat meat, slow-braised with warming spices and aged basmati rice. A house favourite — served with its own miniature accompaniment. The recipe draws from royal kitchens of Awadh, where time was the secret ingredient. 12.50
Lamb, marinated overnight, slow-cooked with caramelised onions, saffron, and fragrant rice. Each grain draws the richness of the broth; each bite lingers long after. 12.50
Tender cuts of chicken, layered with rose-scented basmati, crisped onions, and a gentle hand of cardamom. A biryani that comforts and captivates in equal measure. 11.90
Bold and unapologetic — beef, braised to softness, folded through spiced rice deepened with cloves and black pepper. A dish that invites a slower meal. 13.20
Prawns, flash-cooked to tenderness, folded through rice steeped in smoky ghee and tempered spices. A biryani that carries both sea and flame. 13.90
Soft-centred eggs, layered with spiced rice, crisped shallots, and the warmth of mace and nutmeg. Humble in appearance; elegant in flavour. (V) 12.50
Jackfruit, hand-pulled and slow-braised with a deep house masala. Its fibres catch the perfume of the rice, making for an unexpected richness. 11.90
Golden-seared paneer set between layers of saffron rice and slow-cooked aromatics. A dish of gentle indulgence and quiet depth. 11.90
Carrots, beans, peas and cauliflower — each cooked to its own perfection, then brought together in spiced basmati. A garden in every bite. (V) 10.90
There is no rush in these pots. Each curry begins with onions browned low and slow, masalas built by hand, and stocks deep with flavour. Our curries are made for bread to tear and rice to cradle — for meals where time is allowed to linger
Deep-braised goat, cooked slow and dark with black cardamom, browned onions, and warming garam masala. A broth-rich curry meant for unhurried meals. 9.50
Chicken simmered in a base of ripe tomatoes, roasted cumin, and house-ground spices. Balanced heat, layered flavour, a quiet richness. 8.90
Marbled lamb cooked long in its own stock, with fenugreek, coriander, and aged black pepper. A curry of depth and silk. 9.90
Seasonal vegetables caught in a slow-stirred masala of browned onions, ginger, and a whisper of clove. Soft, spiced, and gently sweet. 7.90
Soft-boiled eggs set in a tomato-chilli base scented with cinnamon and bay. A simple curry made memorable by its masala. 7.90
Small plates with a bold spirit. Crisp, spiced, and built for sharing — or not. These are bites to start the meal, spark conversation, or linger with a drink.
Golden-crisp chicken bites — tender within, spiced to linger.(S) 8.50
Lamb morsels, slow-cooked and seared with house-ground masala. Bold and rich. (S) 8.90
A crisp medley of vegetables, tossed in spice and fried to a crunch. (V) (Ve) 7.50
Cheese cubes, crumbed and golden — soft inside, indulgent all through. (V) 7.90
For those who linger between bites, for those who build their own plate. Salads that cool, breads that cradle, bites that surprise — and a little extra rice, always. These are the quiet companions to your feast.
A cooling crunch of mint, onion, cucumber and lemon — fresh, bright, and quietly sharp. 5.20
Tender chickpeas tossed with herbs, lemon, and a whisper of green chilli. Light enough to refresh; bold enough to stand alone. 5.20
Steamed basmati rice, simple and soft — a quiet companion to deeper flavours. (Ve) 4.90
Aromatic rice kissed with ghee and saffron, layered with warmth from whole spices. (Ve) 5.90
A light, fragrant pulao — spiced with subtle notes of cardamom and bay. (V) (Ve) 6.20
“Sweet endings, quiet pauses. Our puddings are built on nostalgia and comfort — slow-stirred, spice-touched, and served without rush. A fitting close to a feast.”
Silken cream layered with ripe mango. Bright, cool, and lush. (V) 6.90
A whisper of coconut — light, airy, and gently sweet. (V) (Ve) 6.90
Delicate custard apple folded through softly whipped cream. (V) 7.50
Rice, milk, and saffron — slow-stirred and warmly spiced. (V) 6.90
A rotation of seasonal Naturals flavours — served simply. (V) 12.50
Traditional matka kulfi — choose pistachio or almond. (V) 7.90
Vanilla or chocolate — soft-serve simplicity. (V) 4.90
Semolina slow-cooked in saffron and ghee — golden and rich. (V) 6.50
Our chef’s pannacotta — dressed with a seasonal topping. (V) 7.50
A dense cream of cashews — rich, nutty, and indulgent. (V) 7.90
A playful pot of chai-infused ice cream. Spice meets sweet. (V) 7.70
Since the earliest feasts, no table at Dum has been complete without something to sip. Here you’ll find pours both playful and precise — spiced, stirred, or slow-steeped. Some to refresh. Some to surprise. All built to linger long after the last bite.
JAMUN COLLINS
Black jamun shrub, lime juice, and a splash of soda. Bright, tart, and layered with earthy depth. A monsoon favourite. 8.90
CHAAT MASALA SPRITZ
A citrusy fizz of lime, chaat masala, and jaggery syrup. Sweet, salty, spiky — not unlike the best street-side sips. 9.20
SAFFRON ESPRESSO MARTINI
Monsooned espresso with saffron, jaggery, and a touch of cardamom. Bold, warm, and quietly indulgent. 8.90
CUMIN & PEAR NEGRONI
Home-infused cumin vermouth, bitter orange, and fresh pear. Fire in the throat, spice in the belly. 9.20
NIMBU & COCONUT COLADA
Tender coconut water, nimbu, a little coriander, and jaggery syrup. Garnished with coconut flakes. Sweet and sharp. 6.90
CITRUS MINT MOJITO
Mint clapped in the hands, churned with gondhoraj lime, jaggery, and soda. A bright sip to cut through any feast. 7.70
JASMINE BELLINI
Fresh jasmine syrup, gondhoraj lime, and first-class sparkling wine. Light, floral, and quietly indulgent. 11.20
THE DUM FIZZ
House gooseberry and jaggery syrup with London Dry Gin, a touch of Aperol, and sparkling wine. Slips down easy, complements every dish. 11.70
MALABAR COLADA
Pineapple and tender coconut blended with kokum and white rum. A tropical cooler with a bright, spiced finish. 11.20
MINT & CORIANDER MOJITO
White rum with fresh mint and coriander leaves, jaggery syrup, and lime — charged with soda. Crisp and layered. 11.70
An elegant sparkling layered with our house-made rose (gulab) syrup and a whisper of lime. Delicate, floral, and quietly refreshing. 125ml / 750ml (Ve)
10.20 / 49.00
DUM HOUSE SPARKLING, NV, INDIA
Delicate bubbles with notes of lime blossom, tender mango, and green apple. An inviting sparkle to open any feast. 125ml / 750ml (Ve) 10.50 / 50.00
DUM ROSÉ SPARKLING, NV, INDIA
Blush-hued fizz layered with rose, pomegranate, and ripe berry. Light, aromatic, and built for joyful toasts. 125ml / 750ml (Ve) 10.50 / 50.00
RASA GRANDE CUVÉE BRUT, NV, CHAMPAGNE
A dry blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, offering notes of baked apple, saffron, and toasted almond. Chosen for the most regal of tables. 750ml (Ve) 110.00
DUM ZERO SPARKLING, NV, INDIA
A house-crafted, alcohol-removed sparkling built for celebration. Clean, crisp, with whispers of lime leaf, ginger, and Himalayan salt. <0.5% 750ml 32.00
175ml glass / 500ml carafe / 750ml bottle
All wines can be served in 125ml measures
DHARWAD: ORGANIC CHENIN BLANC, 2022, MAHARASHTRA
Top-note stone fruit with vibrant citrus, hints of almond and balanced acidity. 9.90 / 27.90 / 42.00
GOAN COAST GRILLO, 2021, GOA
Bright tropical fruit and lemon blossom. Hand-picked coastal Grillo grapes with a saline whisper. A crisp sip for warm nights. (Ve) 8.20 / 22.90 / 33.50
PINOT GRIGIO RISERVA, 2022, VENETO
Fresh pear, white blossom and light minerality. Clear and refreshing — perfect with seafood or spice. (Ve) 10.70 / 28.90 / 46.00
FRENCH AMBUSH: VIOGNIER, 2022, LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON
Apricot, white peach, and almond blossom. A Viognier with length and quiet elegance. 11.70 / 30.90 / 46.00
DUM HOUSE BLEND WHITE, 2022, INDIA
Muscat Ottonel, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chenin Blanc — ripe citrus, floral lift, and crisp finish. A Dum signature pairing. (Ve) 13.90 / 32.90 / 56.00
SAUVIGNON BLANC, 2022, MARLBOROUGH
Crisp, clean, with elderflower, gooseberry, and a herbal snap. A zesty partner to our boldest dishes. (Ve) 14.20 / 39.90 / 58.00
DUM NATURAL BLANC, PINOT GRIS + SAUVIGNON, 2021, INDIA
Handpicked blend with soft tropical fruit, fresh herbs, and a light spice note. Unfiltered and proudly natural. (Ve) 15.50 / 43.90 / 60.00
MOSCATO DUM ASTI, 2022, PIEDMONT
A muscat-based sparkling built with Dum’s twist — citrus and garden herbs. Light, bright, and just sweet enough. 5.90 / 40.00
KESAR & SAFFRON LASSI
The classic yoghurt drink, slow-stirred with saffron threads, cardamom, and a touch of honey. Comfort in a glass. 8.90
MANGO & GINGER LASSI
Ripe Alphonso mango blended with yoghurt and a subtle whisper of fresh ginger. Bright and lush. 5.90
ROSE PETAL & BASIL LASSI
Soft rose syrup meets yoghurt, layered with fresh basil. A fragrant sip for warm afternoons. 5.90
SALTED JEERA LASSI
Buttermilk lightly salted and infused with toasted cumin — built to refresh and reset the palate. 5.90
NIMBU & MINT SODA
Fresh lemon and mint, lifted with salt and soda. The crispest way to cool down. 4.70
WATERMELON & TULSI SHARBAT
Watermelon muddled with tulsi (holy basil) and lime, poured over ice. A simple, bright cooler. 5.50
PASSIONFRUIT & KOKUM SHARBAT
Tart passionfruit meets kokum and lime. Light, layered, and served long with soda. 5.50
KALA KHATTA MASALA SHARBAT
House-made kala khatta with black salt, lime, and chilli — stirred and poured over crushed ice. Spicy, tangy, and entirely moreish. 5.50
THUMS UP
Bold, bracing cola — no feast in India is truly complete without it. Indian import, mostly available. 300ml 5.70
LIMCA
Cloudy lemon fizz with a loyal cult following. Indian import, mostly available. 300ml 5.70
PALLONJI’S GINGER SODA
‘Parsi is ginger and ginger is Parsi,’ as some might say. Spicy, sweet, and entirely refreshing. 300ml 5.50
HOUSE KOMBUCHA
Fermented tea fizz, brewed with lemongrass and mint. A Dum kitchen favourite. 330ml 6.50
STILL OR SPARKLING WATER
Served simply — choose still or sparkling. No frills, no fuss. 4.50
HOUSE MASALA CHAI
The Dum kitchen staple — black tea simmered slow with fresh ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. 4.20
DARJEELING FIRST FLUSH (POT)
Gentle, fragrant tea from the misted hills of Darjeeling. A refined pour, perfect post-feast. 3.70
ASSAM BREAKFAST CHAI
Bold Assam tea brewed strong. Full-bodied and malty — for those who like their chai with character. 3.70
FRESH MINT & TULSI TEA
A refreshing steep of mint and holy basil. Light, aromatic, and quietly cleansing. 3.70
GINGER, LEMON & HONEY TEA
A restorative brew of ginger root, fresh lemon, and wild honey. Sip slow. 3.70
ROSE & SAFFRON CHAI
Black tea layered with rose petals and saffron strands. A Dum indulgence for reflective moments. 4.20
Conjured from house-blended rose, saffron, and cardamom — with a bright lift of lime. A sip that bridges old market spice lanes with modern indulgence. 9.90
SAFFRON SOUR
Saffron steeped in lime and jaggery syrup, brightened with citrus and a whisper of black salt. A sip built on patience — and pure indulgence. 10.90
CALCUTTA COLLINS
Dry gin shaken with gondhoraj lime, house-made coriander cordial, and topped with soda. Herbaceous, bright, and quietly bold. 11.50
SPICED TAMARIND SOUR
Aged rum meets tamarind pulp, jaggery syrup, and fresh lime — finished with Kashmiri chilli salt. A sour that warms as it refreshes. 11.50
DUM MASALA MARTINI
House spice blend steeped in vodka, shaken with lime, jaggery syrup, and a dash of bitters. Bold, fragrant, and unapologetic. 11.50
DUM ROOM OLD-FASHIONED
Wood-aged Indian whisky muddled with jaggery syrup and house spice bitters. Served over ice with a twist of orange — built to sip slow. 13.70
KESAR NEGRONI
A saffron-infused gin and bitter orange blend, rested with Campari and vermouth. Deep, layered, and lingering — with a fragrant edge. 13.90
MASALA CHAI PUNCH
House-brewed chai meets dark rum, jaggery, and ginger liqueur. A spiced punch that stirs warmth and nostalgia in equal measure. 13.70
KOKUM & COCONUT PUNCH
Kokum, coconut milk, and white rum — with a touch of vanilla and lime. Bright, creamy, and lightly tart — perfect for feasting. 13.70
175ml glass / 500ml carafe / 750ml bottle
All wines can be served in 125ml measures
KARWAN: SHIRAZ-CABERNET, 2022, NASHIK
Blackberry, ripe plum, and a dusting of cocoa. Rounded tannins, soft spice — made for leisurely pours and long conversations. 8.20 / 21.90 / 30.50
ANJIR: ORGANIC BIODYNAMIC SYRAH, 2021, MAHARASHTRA
No mistaking the deep, spiced core here — yet there is softness beneath the structure. Dark fruit, black pepper, and patience in every sip. 10.50 / 29.20 / 41.00
GULMOHAR: ORGANIC NEGRA, 2022, GOA
Bright with crimson fruit and gentle tannins. A splash of coastal air brings notes of grilled plum and black cardamom. Happy with spice or rich curries. 12.20 / 34.90 / 48.00
RESERVE MALBEC, 2022, MENDOZA
Enticing rose-garden bouquet. Liquorice, cocoa, and lush red fruit. Mellowness and refreshment in perfect measure — built for indulgent meals. (Ve) 15.00 / 36.20 / 51.00
HAJSZAN NEUMANN: BIODYNAMIC NATURAL ZWEIGELT, 2020, VIENNA
Zweigelt of distinction. Dark cherry, hazelnut, and spice, lifted with fine acidity. Pure and most wholesome: no fining, filtering, or sulphurising. (Ve) 73.50
All wines can be served in 125ml measure
Crafted for slow feasts — pale pink, softly spiced, with notes of wild berries and rose petal. A glass to carry through the meal. (Ve) 9.70 / 28.20 / 39.50
Sun-warmed vineyards and cool breeze lend this blush rosé its brightness. Ripe red fruit, subtle herbs, and a crisp dry finish. (Ve) 13.50 / 36.20 / 51.00
175ml glass / 500ml carafe / 750ml bottle
All wines can be served in 125ml measure
Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc with sun-kissed amber hue. Tangerine peel, gentle tannin, and spiced citrus finish. A companion for bold flavours. (Ve) 12.20 / 31.50 / 45.00
Mahua flower and tropical fruit co-ferment, yielding a bright, aromatic orange pour. Notes of dried apricot and nutmeg linger. Never sip without a smile. 73.50
KINGFISHER
The crisp, cold classic — a table companion at every feast. Light, malty, and refreshing. 4.8%
330ml / 650ml 5.90 / 8.90
DUM MASALA PALE ALE
Aromatic pale ale with subtle hints of coriander seed and orange peel. Bright, spiced, and clean on the finish. 6.70
BOMBAY MARKET IPA
Juicy IPA with notes of mango, passionfruit, and lime leaf. A bold brew built to balance rich flavours. 6.50
CARDAMOM CITRA PALE ALE
Citra hops meet cardamom and lemon zest. Crisp and fragrant — perfect with biryani or bites. 6.50
MANGO & KOKUM SOUR (CAN)
Tropical mango and kokum pair in this tart, fruity sour. A playful pour for adventurous palates. 4.5%
440ml 8.90
FREESTAR IPA (CAN)
Zero-alcohol IPA with bright citrus and hop notes. Full of flavour, none of the fuzz. 0.5%
330ml 6.20
PORT OF GOA PORTER
A robust porter with layers of cocoa, roasted coffee, and subtle spice. Inspired by coastal spice trade routes. 6.0%
330ml 7.70
PEACOCK APPLE CIDER
Fresh-pressed apples with floral undertones and a dry, crisp finish. A cider for sipping slowly. 7.90
GUEST BEERS & CIDERS
Ask your server for the latest bottles and cans.
ESTRELLA FREE DAMM
Alcohol-free lager with a clean malt backbone and bright, balanced finish. 330ml / 0.0% 6.50
Arabica beans from Coorg, Karnataka — slow-roasted and blended with cardamom, mace, and a touch of jaggery. A fragrant cup with warmth and depth.
ESPRESSO, SINGLE OR DOUBLE
3.70 / 4.20
MASALA CAPPUCCINO, CAFFELATTE OR FLAT WHITE
Our house blend, finished with gentle masala spice. 4.20
GUEST BREW
Ask your server for our rotating guest coffees — hot, iced, or spiced. 3.70
FRESH JUICE
No fuss. Only fruit.
FRESH MOSAMBI (SWEET LIME)
4.70
KOKUM & POMEGRANATE
5.50
Where patience meets the grain. Our vegan biryanis are layered with vegetables, slow-cooked masalas, and fragrant rice — sealed beneath a heavy lid, then revealed as a feast of flavour and depth.
THE JACKFRUIT
Hand-pulled jackfruit slow-braised with house masala. Rich, layered, and indulgently vegan.
12.50
THE VEGGIE
Carrots, beans, peas and cauliflower — each cooked to perfection, layered with spiced basmati. A garden in every bite. (Ve)
10.90
Simmered slow. Stirred with care. These plant-based curries draw their soul from browned onions, house-ground masalas, and timeless kitchen rituals — built for meals that linger.
DUM VEGGIE CURRY
Seasonal vegetables in a slow-stirred masala of browned onions, ginger, and a whisper of clove. Soft, spiced, gently sweet. (Ve)
11.90
The quiet companions to your feast. Cool salads, warm grains, and small plates that surprise. Meant for mixing, matching, and building your perfect plate.
MINT, ONION & CUCUMBER SALAD
A cooling crunch of mint, onion, cucumber and lemon. (Ve) 5.50
CHICKPEA SALAD
Tender chickpeas tossed with herbs, lemon, and green chilli. (Ve) 5.50
WHITE RICE
Steamed basmati rice, simple and soft. (Ve) 5.50
BIRYANI RICE
Aromatic rice kissed with ghee* and saffron. (Ve — confirm if vegan ghee used) 6.50
PULAO RICE
Fragrant pulao with subtle notes of cardamom and bay. (Ve) 12.50
Toasted pistachios and shredded mint leaves with finest, greenest broccoli, fresh red chillies, pumpkin and sunflower seeds, dates and lime. (V) (S) Full plate / Half plate: 12.50 / 6.90
Hearty black chickpeas, shredded kale, crunchy capsicums dressed up with lime and chilli. Toasted almonds scattered on top. (V) 11.70
Fold, cradle, scoop, soak — our breads bring the feast to your fingertips. Where possible, prepared vegan and warm from the kitchen.
BOMBAY BREAD ROLL (PAU)
The city’s beloved roll — warm, soft.
Small plates with a bold spirit. Crisp, spiced, and built for sharing — or not. Vegan bites that spark conversation and awaken appetite.
VEGGIE BITES
Crisp medley of vegetables tossed in spice and fried to a crunch. (Ve) 6.50
Sweet endings, quiet pauses. Vegan puddings built on nostalgia and comfort — spice-touched, slow-stirred, and served without rush.
NATURALS SCOOPS
Rotation of vegan Naturals flavours. (Ve — please check selection) 12.50
CHAI-SCREAM POT
Chai-infused vegan ice cream. Spiced, sweet, and dairy-free. (Ve) 7.70
Bright, refreshing, and plant-based — these coolers and sharbats honour the Indian art of balancing sweet, sour, and spice. Slow sips for warm days.
FRESH NIMBU SODA
Fresh lemon, salt, soda. (Ve) 4.70
WATERMELON & TULSI SHARBAT
Watermelon muddled with tulsi and lime. (Ve) 5.50
PASSIONFRUIT & KOKUM SHARBAT
Passionfruit, kokum, lime, soda. (Ve) 5.50
KALA KHATTA MASALA SHARBAT
Kala khatta with black salt, lime, chilli. (Ve) 5.50
Infusions and brews steeped with story. Our teas and chais can be made vegan — just ask your server. Best sipped slowly, between bites and moments.
DARJEELING FIRST FLUSH
Fragrant Darjeeling tea. (Ve) 3.70
ASSAM BREAKFAST CHAI
Bold Assam — ask for plant-based milk to make vegan. (Ve option) 3.70
FRESH MINT & TULSI TEA
Mint and holy basil infusion. (Ve) 3.70
GINGER, LEMON & “HONEY” TEA
Can be prepared vegan with maple or jaggery instead of honey. (Ve option) 3.70
ROSE & SAFFRON CHAI
Rose petals and saffron — ask for plant-based milk. (Ve option) 4.20
Simple pleasures. Fizzy, fun, and fruit-forward — a line-up of vegan-friendly favourites to refresh the palate.
THUMS UP (Ve)
5.70
LIMCA (Ve)
5.70
HOUSE KOMBUCHA (Ve)
6.50
STILL / SPARKLING WATER (Ve)
4.50
For smaller appetites, big on comfort. These biryanis are layered with care and gentle spice — and can be served mild for younger palates.
THE EGG
Soft-centred eggs layered with spiced rice, crisp shallots, and the warmth of mace and nutmeg. Mild on request. 12.50
THE VEGGIE
Carrots, beans, peas and cauliflower — each cooked to perfection, layered with gentle masala and fragrant rice. 10.90
Slow-cooked curries, offered mild — served with soft white rice. A comforting option for little hands and palates.
MILD CHICKEN CURRY & RICE (on request)
Tender chicken in a light tomato-based curry, served with white rice. Mild and soothing. 11.50
Soft, warm, and made for little hands — these breads can be served plain or with a little plant-based butter.
BOMBAY BREAD ROLL (PAU)
The city’s beloved roll — warm, buttered or plain. 5.50
Small plates with big joy — perfect to share, dip, and savour slowly.
VEGGIE BITES
Crisp veggie bites. For dipping, scooping, and sharing. 6.50
CHEESE BITES
Cheese cubes, crumbed and golden — soft inside, indulgent all through. 7.90
CHICKEN BITES
Golden-crisp chicken bites — tender within, spiced to linger. (Can be served mild on request.) 8.50
Sweet endings, soft and simple — built to delight little guests.
NATURALS SCOOPS
Single scoop of Naturals seasonal vegan ice cream. 5.50
MANGO CREAM POTS
Silken cream layered with ripe mango. Bright, cool, and lush. 6.90
TENDER COCONUT CREAM POTS
A whisper of coconut — light, airy, and gently sweet. 6.90
CUSTARD APPLE CREAM POTS
Delicate custard apple folded through softly whipped cream. 7.50
RICE CUSTARD (KHEER)
Rice, milk, and saffron — slow-stirred and warmly spiced. 6.90
SOFTIES (OPTIONAL)
Vanilla or chocolate — soft-serve simplicity. A classic kids favourite. 4.90
Refreshing sips to pair with every small feast.
FRESH NIMBU SODA
Fresh lemon, salt and soda. Crisp and bright. 4.70
WATERMELON & TULSI SHARBAT
Watermelon muddled with tulsi and lime. Naturally sweet, fresh and fun. 5.50
PASSIONFRUIT & KOKUM SHARBAT
Passionfruit, kokum, lime and soda. Tart and refreshing. 5.50
KALA KHATTA MASALA SHARBAT
Kala khatta with black salt, lime and chilli. For adventurous young palates. 5.50
THUMS UP
Classic Indian cola — served chilled. 5.70
LIMCA
Lemon fizz — lightly sweet and bright. 5.70
STILL OR SPARKLING WATER
Served simply — chilled. 4.50
Our biryanis are layered with aged basmati rice and house-ground spices. Many can be prepared without ghee or butter — please request when ordering.
THE GOAT
Goat meat, slow-braised with warming spices and aged basmati rice. (Request dairy-free — omit ghee if used) 12.50
THE LAMB
Lamb, marinated overnight, slow-cooked with caramelised onions, saffron, and fragrant rice. (Request dairy-free — omit ghee if used) 12.50
THE CHICKEN
Tender cuts of chicken, layered with rose-scented basmati, crisped onions, and cardamom. (Request dairy-free — omit ghee if used) 11.90
THE BEEF
Braised beef folded through spiced rice with cloves and black pepper. (Request dairy-free — omit ghee if used) 13.20
THE PRAWN
Prawns, flash-cooked with smoky ghee and tempered spices. (Can be prepared without ghee — request dairy-free) 13.90
THE EGG
Soft-centred eggs layered with spiced rice, crisped shallots, and warm spices. (Request dairy-free — omit ghee if used) 12.50
THE JACKFRUIT
Hand-pulled jackfruit slow-braised with deep house masala. (Request dairy-free — omit ghee if used) 12.50
THE CHEESE (PANEER)
Avoid — paneer is dairy-based.
THE VEGGIE
Carrots, beans, peas and cauliflower, layered with spiced basmati rice. (Request dairy-free — omit ghee if used) 10.90
Our curries are built on browned onions and house-ground masalas — no cream or dairy unless added to finish. Please request dairy-free when ordering.
DUM GOAT CURRY
Goat slow-cooked with black cardamom, browned onions, and warming garam masala. (Request dairy-free — confirm no butter used) 9.50
DUM CHICKEN CURRY
Chicken simmered with ripe tomatoes, roasted cumin, and house-ground spices. (Request dairy-free — confirm no butter used) 8.90
DUM LAMB CURRY
Marbled lamb cooked long in its own stock, with fenugreek, coriander, and black pepper. (Request dairy-free — confirm no butter used) 9.20
DUM VEGGIE CURRY
Seasonal vegetables in a browned onion masala with clove and ginger. (Request dairy-free — confirm no butter used) 7.90
DUM EGG CURRY
Soft-boiled eggs in a tomato-chilli base scented with cinnamon and bay. (Request dairy-free — confirm no butter used)
7.90
All rice and salads are naturally dairy-free. Avoid raita and dairy-based accompaniments.
MINT, ONION & CUCUMBER SALAD
Cooling crunch of mint, onion, cucumber, and lemon. 5.20
CHICKPEA SALAD
Chickpeas tossed with herbs, lemon, and green chilli. 5.20
WHITE RICE
Steamed basmati rice. 4.90
BIRYANI RICE
Rice kissed with ghee and saffron. (Request dairy-free — omit ghee) 5.90
PULAO RICE
Fragrant pulao with cardamom and bay. (Request dairy-free — omit ghee) 6.20
Many of our bites contain dairy (paneer, cheese) — but Veggie Bites and some others can often be adapted. Please confirm with kitchen.
VEGGIE BITES
Crisp medley of vegetables, tossed in spice and fried to a crunch. (Confirm dairy-free batter) 6.50
CHICKEN BITES
Golden-crisp chicken bites — tender within. (Confirm dairy-free batter — usually safe) 8.50
LAMB BITES
Lamb morsels, slow-cooked and seared with house-ground masala. (Confirm dairy-free) 8.90
CHEESE BITES → Avoid — contains cheese.
Most puddings contain cream or dairy — the following are your best options. Always confirm with kitchen.
NATURALS SCOOPS
Seasonal vegan ice cream — check selection. 12.50
CHAI-SCREAM POT
Chai-infused vegan ice cream — spice meets sweet. 7.70
TENDER COCONUT CREAM POTS
Light, airy coconut cream. (Confirm no dairy in base) 6.90
WATERMELON & TULSI SHARBAT (drink but a nice option for child-friendly sweet endings)
5.50
All juices, sharbats, sodas and teas are dairy-free.
FRESH NIMBU SODA
Fresh lemon, salt and soda. 4.70
WATERMELON & TULSI SHARBAT
Watermelon muddled with tulsi and lime. 5.50
PASSIONFRUIT & KOKUM SHARBAT
Passionfruit, kokum, lime and soda. 5.50
KALA KHATTA MASALA SHARBAT
Kala khatta with black salt, lime and chilli. 5.50
THUMS UP
Classic Indian cola — chilled. 5.70
LIMCA
Lemon fizz — light and bright. 5.70
STILL / SPARKLING WATER
Served simply — chilled. 4.50
HOUSE MASALA CHAI
Can be made with plant-based milk — request. 4.20
DARJEELING FIRST FLUSH
Fragrant Darjeeling tea. 3.70
ASSAM BREAKFAST CHAI
Bold Assam — can be made with plant-based milk. 3.70
FRESH MINT & TULSI TEA
Mint and holy basil infusion. 3.70
GINGER, LEMON & “HONEY” TEA
Ginger root, lemon and wild honey. (Confirm if honey is okay — else serve without.) 3.70
ROSE & SAFFRON CHAI
Can be made with plant-based milk — request. 4.20
Our biryanis are slow-cooked under a sealed lid — layered with aged basmati rice, house-ground spices, and tender proteins or vegetables. Naturally gluten-free. Crisped onions can be omitted on request.
THE GOAT
Goat meat, slow-braised with warming spices and aged basmati rice. 12.50
THE LAMB
Lamb, marinated overnight, slow-cooked with caramelised onions, saffron, and fragrant rice. 12.50
THE CHICKEN
Tender cuts of chicken, layered with rose-scented basmati, crisped onions, and cardamom. 11.90
THE BEEF
Braised beef folded through spiced rice with cloves and black pepper. 13.20
THE PRAWN
Prawns, flash-cooked with smoky ghee and tempered spices, folded through rice. 13.90
THE EGG
Soft-centred eggs layered with spiced rice, crisped shallots, and warm spices. 12.50
THE JACKFRUIT
Hand-pulled jackfruit slow-braised with deep house masala. 12.50
THE CHEESE (PANEER)
Golden-seared paneer layered with saffron rice and aromatics. 11.90
THE VEGGIE
Carrots, beans, peas and cauliflower, layered with spiced basmati rice. 10.90
Simple, vibrant sides to complete your plate. All gluten-free.
MINT, ONION & CUCUMBER SALAD
Cooling crunch of mint, onion, cucumber, and lemon. 5.20
CHICKPEA SALAD
Chickpeas tossed with herbs, lemon, and green chilli. 5.20
WHITE RICE
Steamed basmati rice. 4.90
BIRYANI RICE
Rice kissed with ghee and saffron, layered with whole spices. 5.90
PULAO RICE
Fragrant pulao with cardamom and bay. 6.20
Sweet endings built for comfort — many naturally gluten-free.
MANGO CREAM POTS
Silken cream layered with ripe mango. 6.90
TENDER COCONUT CREAM POTS
Light and airy coconut cream. 6.90
CUSTARD APPLE CREAM POTS
Delicate custard apple with softly whipped cream. 7.50
RICE CUSTARD (KHEER)
Rice, milk, and saffron — slow-stirred and warmly spiced. 6.90
NATURALS SCOOPS
Seasonal vegan ice cream — check selection. 12.50
MATKA KULFIS
Traditional matka kulfi — pistachio or almond. 7.90
CASHEW CREAM POTS
Dense cashew cream — rich and nutty. 7.90
CHAI-SCREAM POT
Chai-infused ice cream — spice meets sweet. 7.70
Refreshing and gluten-free — all our juices, sharbats, and teas.
FRESH NIMBU SODA
Fresh lemon, salt and soda. 4.70
WATERMELON & TULSI SHARBAT
Watermelon muddled with tulsi and lime. 5.50
PASSIONFRUIT & KOKUM SHARBAT
Passionfruit, kokum, lime and soda. 5.50
KALA KHATTA MASALA SHARBAT
Kala khatta with black salt, lime and chilli. 5.50
THUMS UP
Classic Indian cola — chilled. 5.70
LIMCA
Lemon fizz — light and bright. 5.70
STILL / SPARKLING WATER
Served simply — chilled. 4.50
HOUSE MASALA CHAI
Black tea simmered with ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves. 4.20
DARJEELING FIRST FLUSH
Fragrant Darjeeling tea. 3.70
ASSAM BREAKFAST CHAI
Bold Assam — can be made with plant-based milk. 3.70
FRESH MINT & TULSI TEA
Mint and holy basil infusion. 3.70
GINGER, LEMON & “HONEY” TEA
Ginger root, lemon and wild honey. 3.70
ROSE & SAFFRON CHAI
Black tea with rose petals and saffron. 4.20
In every great kitchen, the feast begins long before the first bite. At Dum, we believe food carries stories — of hands that craft it, of homes it warms, and of memories it creates.
Some occasions deserve more than a meal; they deserve a table that overflows. Our Pre-Order Feasts are built for such moments — whether a festive gathering, a celebration, or simply a reason to share.
Built on the principles of patience and pleasure, each dish arrives slow-cooked, layered, and worthy of the company it keeps.
When shared generously, the meal becomes more than the sum of its parts. It becomes a memory.
Our Pre-Order Feasts invite you to create your own table — a leisurely spread of Dum’s signature favourites.
Choose from Biryanis, Curries, Bites, Puddings and more — each built with care and quiet indulgence.
The experience is crafted to suit your gathering — whether for an intimate circle or a grand durbaar.
With the option to add Drinks Combos and Catering Services, the feast can travel from our kitchen to yours — served, celebrated, and savoured.
Bring together your own court of friends, family, or colleagues — and let the feast begin.
45.00 per person – Served from 6pm onwards
BIRYANIS
Choose 1:
The Goat
The Lamb
CURRIES
Choose 1:
Dum Goat Curry
Dum Lamb Curry
Bites
Choose 1:
Chicken Bites
Lamb Bites
PUDDINGS
Choose 1:
Mango Cream Pots (Ve)
Tender Coconut Cream Pots (Ve)
BIRYANIS
Choose 2:
The Goat
The Lamb
The Chicken
CURRIES
Choose 2:
Dum Goat Curry
Dum Lamb Curry
Dum Chicken Curry
Bites
Choose 2:
Chicken Bites
Lamb Bites
Veggie Bites
PUDDINGS
Choose 2:
Mango Cream Pots (Ve)
Tender Coconut Cream Pots (Ve)
Rice Custard (Kheer)
£35.00 per person – Served from 12pm – 5.45pm
BIRYANIS
Choose 3:
The Goat
The Lamb
The Chicken
The Egg
CURRIES
Choose 3:
Dum Goat Curry
Dum Lamb Curry
Dum Chicken Curry
Dum Egg Curry
Bites
Choose 3:
Chicken Bites
Lamb Bites
Veggie Bites
Cheese Bites
PUDDINGS
Choose 3:
Mango Cream Pots (Ve)
Tender Coconut Cream Pots (Ve)
Cashew Cream
Rice Custard (Kheer)
(S) Spicy (V) Suitable for vegetarians (Ve) Suitable for vegans.
Some dishes marked (V) or (Ve) may contain traces of allergens. While we take great care, we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free kitchen.
If you have any allergies or dietary needs, please speak to us. Vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free menus are available.
BIRYANIS
Choose 4:
The Goat
The Lamb
The Chicken
The Egg
The Beef
CURRIES
Choose 3:
Dum Goat Curry
Dum Lamb Curry
Dum Chicken Curry
Dum Egg Curry
Dum Beef Curry
Bites
Choose 4:
Chicken Bites
Lamb Bites
Veggie Bites
Cheese Bites
PUDDINGS
Choose 4:
Mango Cream Pots (Ve)
Tender Coconut Cream Pots (Ve)
Cashew Cream
Rice Custard (Kheer)
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