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About Papaya - Ealing
Papaya offers an intoxicating mix of Sri-Lankan and South Indian cuisine from its restaurant in Ealing. Authenticity of its dishes attract curry lovers from all parts of the country.
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Cheese Masala Dosai
South India’s most famous dish,urid dhal and rice flow batter crispy pancake stuffed with savoury potato and cheese.£14.95Buy 1, get 1 free
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Chicken Tikka Masala, Dhal Spinach (veg/vegan) Bombay Potato(Veg), Plain Naan and Pilau Rice.£39.00
Popular with other people
Masala Dosai
£14.95Chicken Tikka Masala (Mild)
£14.95Butter Chicken
£14.95Mutton Biryani
£16.95Chicken Kothu StrinG Hopper
£16.95Chicken Kothu String Hopper
£16.95Chicken Korma (Mild)
£14.95Chicken Biryani
£16.95Beef Curry (Medium)
£14.95Mutton Kothu Rotti
£16.95
Starters
Tandoori Chicken Wings
Tandoori Chicken Wings. Marinated overnight in a blend of yogurt, garlic, ginger, and a mix of traditional spices, these wings are then grilled to perfection in our tandoor oven. The result is a dish bursting with smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors, finished with a hint of lemon juice.£13.95PopularMutton Rolls
Tender pieces of mutton and potato cooked in Sri Lankan spices. Wrapped in filo pastry and lightly breaded. (2 per portion).£6.95PAPADOM
(With Mango Chutney,2 per portion ).£3.95Mini Masala Dosai (V)
Crispy light pancake rolled and filled with a delicately spiced potato filling. Served with home-made coconut chutney and sambar. (A vegetable stew with tamarind and spices).£8.95Onion Bhaji (V)(VG)
Onions dipped in gram flour and spices and lightly fried.£4.95Vegetable Samosa (V)
Triangular parcels of filo pastry encasing spiced mixed vegetables. (2 per portion).£6.50Meat Samosa
Triangular parcels of filo pastry encasing minced lamb and potato. (2 per portion).£6.50SprinG Rolls (V)
Filo pastry filled with vegetables. (5 per portion).£4.95Fish Cutlet
A traditional Sri Lankan fish cake of tuna lightly breaded and delicately spiced with black pepper and onions. (3 per portion).£6.95Crab Claws
Succulent crab meat wrapped in a light bread crumb coating. (4 per portion).£4.95Uridu Vadai (V)(VG)
Crispy rings of urid dhal flavoured with jeera, curry leaves and onions. (2 per portion).£4.95Rasam (V)(VG)
Famous traditional thin soup in Sri Lanka and South India made with tamarind, tomato, cumin, black pepper, chilli and coriander. (2 per portion).£6.95Masala Vadai (V)(VG)
A crispy Northern Sri Lankan dumpling prepared with channa dhal, jeera, onions and other spices. (2 per portion).£4.95
Chef’s Recommendations
Masala Dosai
South India’s most famous dish. Urid and rice flow batter crispy pancake stuffed with savoury potato. Served with chutney and sambar. (a vegetable stew with tamarind and spices).£14.95PopularChicken Masala Dosai
Urid and rice flow batter crispy pancake stuffed with savoury potato and chicken. Served with chutney and sambar.£15.95Chicken Thali
Chicken curry and 2 vegetable curries served with steamed rice. A popular dish amongst families in Northern Sri Lanka.£17.95Vegetable Thali (V)(VG)
A trio of vegetable curries served with steamed rice. A popular dish amongst families in Northern Sri Lanka.£17.95Idly Sambar (V) (VG)
A type of savoury rice cake made with urid and rice flour, popular throughout South India and Northern Sri Lanka.£13.95Chicken Kothu String Hopper
Originating from Trincomalee, this dish has become a popular street food across the whole of Sri Lanka. String hopper (steamed Sri Lankan noodles) chopped and combined on a hot plate with chicken, egg, onions, leeks and spices. Served with a garnish of salad.£16.95Cheese Masala Dosai
South India’s most famous dish,urid dhal and rice flow batter crispy pancake stuffed with savoury potato and cheese.£14.95Buy 1, get 1 freeLumprais
A popular Dutch-influenced Sri Lankan dish of rice boiled in stock. Served on a banana leaf with a special curry of aubergine, mutton curry, fish cutlets, and seeni sambol.£18.95
Devilled Dishes
A favourite across Sri Lanka, devilled dishes consist of meat (or vegetables) stir-fried with coarsely ground black pepper, ginger, Sri Lankan spices, onions, capsicum and tomatoes. Ideal with Dhal spinach, paratha or rotti
Devilled Chicken
A favourite across Sri Lanka, devilled dishes consist of Chicken stir-fried with coarsely ground black pepper, ginger, Sri Lankan spices, onions, capsicum£14.95Devilled Paneer (V)
A favourite across Sri Lanka, devilled dishes consist of Paneer stir-fried with coarsely ground black pepper, ginger, Sri Lankan spices, onions, capsicum£11.95Devilled Potato (V)
A favourite across Sri Lanka, devilled dishes consist of Potato stir-fried with coarsely ground black pepper, ginger, Sri Lankan spices, onions, capsicum .£10.95Devilled King Prawn
A favourite across Sri Lanka, devilled dishes consist of King Prawns stir-fried with coarsely ground black pepper, ginger, Sri Lankan spices, onions, capsicum£16.95Devilled Mutton
A favourite across Sri Lanka, devilled dishes consist of Mutton stir-fried with coarsely ground black pepper, ginger, Sri Lankan spices, onions, capsicum£14.95Devilled Beef
A favourite across Sri Lanka, devilled dishes consist of Beef stir-fried with coarsely ground black pepper, ginger, Sri Lankan spices, onions, capsicum£14.95Devilled Prawn
A favourite across Sri Lanka, devilled dishes consist of Prawns stir-fried with coarsely ground black pepper, ginger, Sri Lankan spices, onions, capsicum£15.95
Vegetable Dishes
Hailing from the South of India to the Northern and Southern tips of Sri Lanka, our vegetable dishes are designed to inspire and tantalise your taste buds.
Dhal (V)(VG)
A mild dish of Mysore lentils flavoured with curry leaves and slowly cooked in a steel pot. Ideal with any devilled dish, chicken curry, pilau rice or paratha.£10.95PopularDhal Spinach (V)(VG)
Chef’s recommendation. A mild dish of Mysore lentils and spinach flavoured with curry leaves and slowly cooked in a steel pot. Try it with any devilled dish, chicken curry, lemon rice or paratha.£10.95Paneer Butter Masala
Paneer butter masala is rich and creamy sauce made of paneer ,green peas ,creamy sauce(butter, cashew nuts )and dairy.£11.95Matar Paneer (V)
A delicious combination of cottage cheese and peas flavoured with cashew nuts, dry methi and a touch of coconut milk. Try it with any devilled dish, chicken curry, pilau rice or rotti. contain nuts.£11.95Dhal Makhani
Rich and creamy Dhal made with Urid Dhal (black dhal)£10.95Dhal Makhani
Rich and creamy Dhal made with Urid Dhal (black dhal)£10.95Okra Curry (V)(VG)
Whole ladies’ fingers lightly fried and then curried with a mix of Sri Lankan spices and tamarind. An excellent accompaniment to chicken curry, mutton curry, manga kalan, lemon/pilau rice or paratha.£11.95Bombay Potato (V)
Potatoes cooked with spices and flavoured with coconut milk. Try it with chicken curry, mutton curry, aubergine curry, okra curry, lemon rice, pilau rice or paratha.contain nuts .£10.95Aubergine Curry (V)(VG)
A Jaffna favourite, fingers of diced aubergine gently softened by lightly frying and then curried with a mix of Sri Lankan spices and tamarind. Ideal with chicken curry, mutton curry, manga kalan, lemon rice, pilau rice or paratha.£10.95Mixed VeGetable Curry (V)(Mild)
Seasonal vegetables cooked with onions, ginger, garlic and a dash of coconut milk. Try it with any devilled dish, chicken curry, pilau rice or paratha.contain nuts.£10.95Cabbage Coconut (V)(VG)
A dry dish of cabbage and fresh coconut. Flavoured with red whole chillies and curry leaves. Recommended with chicken curry, mutton curry, aubergine curry, okra curry and lemon rice.£9.95Chilli Paneer (V)
Chunks of cottage cheese flavoured with spices. Ideal with dhal spinach, dhal, coconut rice or paratha.£11.95Manga Kalan (V)(VG)
From the valleys of Madurai. Fresh mango and green banana cooked with mustard seeds, curry leaves and a dash of coconut milk. Recommended with any devilled dish, chicken curry, coconut rice, pilau rice or paratha.£10.95Chickpea Coconut (V)(VG)
A dry dish of chickpea and fresh coconut. Flavoured with red whole chillies and curry leaves. Popular dish in Northern Sri Lanka.£9.95
Meat Dishes
Our meat dishes are made from premium cuts of British meat flavoured with Sri Lankan or South Indian spices and a combination of ginger, garlic, curry leaves, or coconut milk.
Chicken Tikka Masala (Mild)
Chunks of marinated grilled chicken cooked with ginger, garlic and spices in a thick sauce. Recommended with devilled potato, dhal spinach, pilau rice, paratha or naan.contain nuts & peanut.£14.95PopularButter Chicken
Curry made with marinated chicken and cooked in tandoor with creamy sauce (Nuts and Butter)£14.95PopularBeef Curry (Medium)
From the city of Colombo, a diced beef curry flavoured with black pepper and traditional Sri Lankan spices. Cooked in a clay pot. Made with the best of British beef. Ideal accompaniments are dhal spinach, avial, manga kalan, lemon rice or paratha.£14.95Chicken Madras (Hot)
A fiery treat for chilli lovers. Diced chicken breast cooked with green chillies and chilli powder. Try it with dhal spinach, avial, coconut rice or rotti.contain nuts.£14.95Chicken Jaffna (Medium)
Diced chicken marinated in Sri Lankan spices with curry leaves and a touch of coconut milk. Ideal with dhal spinach, avial, manga kalan, lemon rice or paratha.£14.95Chicken Jalfrezi (Hot)
Marinated chicken breasts cooked in thick sauce with capsicum and onion. Flavoured with ginger and garlic. Excellent when eaten with manga kalan, pilau rice or paratha.contain nuts.£14.95Chicken Korma (Mild)
A very mild Cochin special. Diced chicken breast flavoured with dry methi leaves, ginger and garlic. Excellent when eaten with dhal spinach, devilled potato (spicy), cabbage coconut, okra curry (spicy), aubergine curry (spicy), pilau rice.contain nuts.£14.95Mutton Curry (Medium)
Diced mutton marinated in Sri Lankan spices with curry leaves, onions and a touch of coconut milk. Recommended with avial, dhal, dhal spinach, lemon rice or paratha.£14.95Chikken Tikka
Chunks of marinated with ginger garlic and spices cooked in tandoor oven.contain nuts.peanut.£14.95Beef Madras (Hot)
A fiery treat for chilli lovers. Beef cooked with green chillies and chilli powder. Made with the best of British beef. Try it with dhal spinach, manga kalan, coconut rice or paratha.contain nuts.£14.95
Seafood Dishes
A staple of Sri Lankan and South Indian households, our seafood dishes offer a mouth-watering blend of fresh prawns, fish or squid coupled with Sri Lankan spices and coconut milk.
Fish Curry
Jaffna meets Kerala in this simple but flavoursome curry. Boneless king fish steaks flavoured with tamarind, curry leaves, Sri Lankan spices and a dash of coconut milk. Try it with dhal, avial, manga kalan, coconut sambal, lemon rice or string hoppers.£15.95KinG Prawn Curry (Medium)
Succulent king prawns cooked with onions, Sri Lankan spices, tamarind and a dash of coconut milk. Ideal with dhal spinach, avial, manga kalan, lemon rice or coconut rice.£16.95Prawn Masala (Mild)
A mild curry of prawns flavoured with dry methi leaves, ginger and garlic. Ideal accompaniments are dhal spinach, devilled potato, cabbage coconut, okra curry (spicy), aubergine curry (spicy), pilau rice.contain nuts.£15.95Prawn Curry
Prawns flavoured with tamarind, curry leaves, Sri Lankan spices and a dash of coconut milk. Ideal with this dish are dhal spinach, avial, manga kalan, lemon rice or paratha.£15.95Squid Curry
simple but flavoursome curry. flavoured with tamarind, curry leaves, Sri Lankan spices and a dash of coconut milk. Try it with , lemon rice or string hoppers.£14.95KinG Prawn Masala (Mild)
A Cochin speciality. Succulent king prawns cooked with dry methi leaves, ginger and garlic. A great combination with any of the following dhal spinach, bombay potato, cabbage coconut, okra curry (spicy), aubergine curry (spicy), pilau rice.contain nuts.£16.95
Kothus
Originating fromTrincomalee, this dish has become a popular street food across the whole of Sri Lanka.Godamba rotti (or string hopper) is chopped and combined on a hot plate with meat or vegetables, onions, egg and spices. Served with a garnish of salad.
Chicken Kothu ROTTI
Chicken Kothu Rotti is a popular Sri Lankan street food dish made with chopped roti (flatbread), tender pieces of chicken, and a medley of spices and vegetables. This flavorful stir-fry is cooked on a hot griddle, resulting in a savory, aromatic meal that's both hearty and satisfying. Often garnished with fresh herbs.Chicken Kothu Rotti is a delightful blend of textures and tastes, offering a true taste of Sri Lankan cuisine.£16.95Mutton Kothu Rotti
Chopped Godamba rotti mixed on a hot plate with mutton, egg, onions and spices.£16.95VeGetable Kothu StrinG Hopper (V)
Chopped string hopper mixed on a hot plate with vegetables, onions and spices.£16.95Chicken Kothu StrinG Hopper
Chopped string hopper mixed on a hot plate with chicken, egg, onions and spices.£16.95Beef Kothu Rotti
Chopped Godamba rotti mixed on a hot plate with beef, egg, onions and spices.£16.95
Biryani
Made with pilau rice flavoured with Sri Lankan spices and coriander leaves. A curry of either meat or vegetables added with rice and slowly cooked to fuse flavours with the rice. Served piping hot with a salad garnish and raitha.contain nuts.
Mutton Biryani
Made with pilau rice flavoured with Sri Lankan spices and coriander leaves. A curry of mutton added with rice and slowly cooked to fuse flavours with the rice ,boiled egg and raitha.contain nuts.£16.95Chicken Biryani
Made with pilau rice flavoured with Sri Lankan spices and coriander leaves. A curry of chicken added with rice and slowly cooked to fuse flavours with the rice ,boiled egg and raitha.contain nuts.£16.95Vegetable Biryani (V)
£16.95Beef Biryani
Made with pilau rice flavoured with Sri Lankan spices and coriander leaves. A curry of Beef added with rice and slowly cooked to fuse flavours with the rice ,boiled egg and raitha.contain nuts.£16.95
Breads
Garlic Naan (V)
£4.50Paratha (V)
Sri Lankan style puffed bread.£6.95Coconut Paratha (V)
Sri Lankan style puffed bread with coconut.contain nuts.£6.50Plain Naan (V)
£4.50Rotti (V)
Sri Lankan style thin bread griddled with a little oil.£3.50Rotti Canai served with Chicken Curry
Traditional South Indian meals also famous across Malaysia,served with Chicken Curry£16.95EGG Rotti
Eggs, onions, green chilli, curry leaves folded into a rotti and griddled.£8.95Rotti Canai served with Mutton Curry
Traditional South Indian meals also famous across Malaysia, served with Mutton Curry£16.95
Accompaniments
Papadam (V)
(2 per portion with Mango Chutney).£3.95Coconut Sambol (V)(VG)
Shredded coconut and chilli flavoured with jeera, curry leaves and onions.£5.95Seeni Sambol
Onion, tamarind and flakes of Maldives fish cooked with spices, crushed chilli and sugar.£5.95
Rice
Steamed Rice (V)(VG)
£4.50Pilau Rice (V)
£4.50Lemon Rice (V)(VG)
£5.95Egg Fried Rice
£9.95Coconut Rice (V)(VG)
£5.95Vegetable Fried Rice (V)
£9.95Spicy Chips 🌶️
Premium Super Crisp Gourmet Fries / Chips£5.95
String Hopper
StrinG Hopper (V)(SerVed with Coconut Sambol)(VG)
Rice and wheat flour based steamed Sri Lankan style noodles. A traditional breakfast dish across the whole of Sri Lanka generally eaten with fish curry, dhal and coconut sambol.£8.95
Dessert
Mango Lassi (Smooth Thick Yogurt Drink)
Mango lassi is a popular, refreshing drink originating from the Indian subcontinent. It's made by blending ripe mangoes, yogurt, sugar. The result is a smooth, creamy beverage with a sweet, tangy flavour, served chilled.£5.95Watalappam
Sri Lankan dessert. Coconut custard pudding made from coconut milk, jaggery(palm sugar), cashew nuts, egg and spices(cardamom, nutmeg and cinnamon).£8.95Pistachio Kulfi
An authentic Indian pistachio kulfi£5.95Tartufo Classico
Sabayon semifreddo and gianduia gelto coated with crushed hazelnuts and dusted with cocoa powder£7.50Coppa Stracciatella
Chocolate chip gelato swirled together with chocolate syrup, topped with cocoa powder and hazelnuts£7.95Coppa Spagnola
Vanilla and Amarena cherry gelato swirled together, topped with real Amerena cherries£7.95
Soft Drinks
Coke
330ml.£3.95Diet Coke
330ml.£3.95Lemonade 330ml can
£3.95Necto
Famous Sri Lankan soft drink, raspberry flavoured lightly sparkling fruit drinks.£4.95Ginger Beer
330ml.£3.95Appletiser
£3.95Fanta Orange
330ml.£3.95
Water (75cl)
Still Water
£4.95SparklinG
£4.95
Beers
Lion Lager (Sri Lankan Beer) (ABV 4.8%) 625ml
Lion Lager is a crisp, refreshing beer from Sri Lanka. This golden lager features a balanced blend of malt sweetness and subtle hop bitterness, delivering a smooth, clean taste. With an ABV of 4.8%, it's a perfect choice for those seeking a light, easy-drinking beer with a hint of tropical character. Lion Lager is celebrated for its quality and consistency, making it a popular choice for beer lovers around the world.£8.95Kingfisher (ABV 4.6%) 650ml
£7.95Cobra (ABV 4.5%) 660ml
Cobra world beer 660ml 4.5% ABV.£7.95Lion Stout SMALL (Sri Lankan Beer) (ABV 8.8%) 330ml
£7.50Lion Stout LARGE (Sri Lankan Beer) (ABV 8.8%) 625ml
Lion Stout is a rich, full-bodied beer originating from Sri Lanka. Known for its deep, dark color and robust flavor profile, this stout combines roasted malt and hints of coffee and chocolate, offering a smooth, velvety texture. With an ABV of 8.8%, it provides a warming and satisfying experience. Lion Stout has garnered a reputation for its quality and consistency, making it a favorite among beer enthusiasts looking for a strong, flavorful stout with a touch of exotic flair.£11.95Kopparberg Strawberry & Lime (ABV 4.0%) 500ml
£5.95
Sparkling Wine Bottle
Prosecco ABV 11.0% (Italy)
A lively, crisp, sparkling wine with a delicate lemon character and finish.£35.00Mas Pere Brut Rosado, Pere Ventura ABV 11.5% (Spain)
Delicate pale pink colour with tiny, persistent bubbles. Fresh, balanced and very creamy. Elegant aromas of white flowers complemented by ripe red fruits and blackcurrant.£30.00
Champagne Bottle
Special CuVee, BollinGer ABV 12% (France)
Rich, toasty and full bodied with wonderful concentration and depth of flavour.£79.00
Rosé Wines Bottle
Pinot GriGio Blush IGT Veneto, Il Sospiro ABV 12% (Italy)
An aromatic nose of freshly crushed cranberries and mineral elements. The palate is light, dry and crisp, with a delicious balance between zingy citrus and fruity red berry flavours.£30.95
White Wine Bottle
Trebbiano IGT Rubicone, Rometta ABV 11% (Italy)
Intense, with white fruits and flowers. Good balance between scents and taste with an all over fresh and aromatic experience on the palate.£27.95SauViGnon Blanc Primera Luz ABV 12% (Chile)
Aromatic nose of gooseberries and lychees accompanied by herbaceous, grassy, lemon and lime flavours and a dry, crisp structure.£27.95Chenin Blanc, Stormy Cape ABV 13.5 (South Africa)
This is typically racy South African Chenin with a good concentration of sub tropical fruit, a fresh citrus acidity and a dry finish.£27.95ReserVe Chardonnay, Tooma RiVer ABV 12.5% (Australia)
Packed with grapefruit, lime and melon flavours, all bound up with a zesty, crisp, citrus balance which cuts through to the finish.£29.95Pinot GriGio, Via NoVa ABV 12% (Italy)
Lemony on the nose, with a delicious balance in the mouth. Dry white with a gorgeous lingering finish.£30.95La SeGreta Grillo Sicilia Doc, Planeta ABV 12% (Italy)
Clear yellow colour with green reflections; on the nose the primary varietal aromas of citrus, white peach and tropical fruit. Fresh and smooth on the palate.£35.95SauViGnon Blanc, The Frost Pocket ABV 12.5% (New Zealand)
Deliciously crisp and fresh, packed full of vibrant and long lasting lime, gooseberry and tropical fruit flavours.£34.95
Red Wine Bottle
Cabernet SauviGnon, Les Mougeottes (France)ABV 13.5
Aromas of berries and cherry with notes of vanilla. In the mouth it's fresh with balanced acidity and soft tannins.£32.95Pinot Noir, COEUR DU MONT ABV 13% (Chile)
very fresh in mouth with excellent acidity that highlights the fruit flavors.£29.95SanGioVese IGT Rubicone, Rometta ABV 12% (Italy)
The palate is pleasant, vinous and intense, combined with a lively and velvety dry finish and with spicy notes of black pepper.£27.95Merlot Vina Tarapaca 13% vol (Chile)
Red cherry and plum aromas. Filled with currant, ripe plum, cherry, vanilla and blackberry flavours, complemented by sweet ripe tannins.£29.95Malbec,Santa Ana Reseve ABV 13.5% (Argentina)
Medium bodied and dry with soft, ripe blackcurrant flavours and balancing structure, finishing rounded and juicy.£36.95Heredad de Tejada Temppranillo Rioja, ABV 13.5% (Spain)
Red violet colour with purple hues. On the nose the wine leaves subtle aromas of ripe fruits. On the palate it is fresh, structured and very fruity.£29.95Chianti Classico DOCG, Castellani ABV 12.5% (Italy)
Fruity fragrane, hints of violet, cherry and wild red berries. A full bodied archetypical Chianti. vivacious ruby red colour tending to garnet with ageing. Bouquet of intensity, fruit with a violet and a slight hint of cherries. Dry, balanced and sapidm lightly tannic which turns into velvety softness.£29.95The Stump Jump Shiraz, D'ArenberG ABV 14.3% (Australia)
Fresh blackberries, cherries and dark chocolate notes with a fresh and juicy palate.£29.95Cotes du Rhone RouGe, Laudun Chusclan ABV 13.5% (France)
On the first nose, very present red fruit flavors, after aeration, to notes of fresh eucalyptus. This very flattering set in the mouth is combined with fine and silky tannins.£29.95NeGroamaro PrimitiVo IGT Salento, Baccanera ABV 13.5% (Italy)
A full and complex nose of dark fruits and blackberries. Full bodied and intense, with juicy sweet fruit and a soft finish.£33.95Bordeaux ReserVe de Lucien Lurton Red, ABV 13% (France)
Deep purple in colour with an expressive nose. Medium-bodied, rounded tannins, packed with red fruits and a touch of spice on the palate. A complex wine with a long finish.£34.95
