aRoqa Menu Overview
Discover the vibrant flavors of aRoqa, a contemporary Indian dining destination nestled in the heart of New York City. This menu offers an eclectic mix of starters, mains, desserts, and drinks that creatively reinterpret traditional Indian cuisine with inventive presentations and bold taste combinations. Whether you are a foodie, a fan of sophisticated spices, or a curious traveler, aRoqa promises an unforgettable culinary journey filled with rich textures and aromatic spices.
Starters Delightfully Crafted to Ignite the Palate
Begin your meal with innovative starters that blend texture and spice in perfect harmony. The Mushroom and Kataifi Phyllo Bites feature wild mushrooms enveloped in delicate phyllo with a bold habanero truffle aioli. The Habanero Chicken Tikka offers boneless chicken marinated with cream cheese and a fiery hint of habanero, grilled to perfection in a tandoor oven. For a vegetarian twist, the Lasuni Gobi presents crispy cauliflower in a chili garlic sauce accompanied by a crunchy rice cracker, delivering a powerful burst of flavor.
- Old Delhi Lamb Seekh Kebab: Minced lamb skewers infused with roasted coriander seeds and aromatic spices.
- Char-Grilled Paneer Tikka: Soft Indian cheese marinated in mustard and yogurt, paired with a flavorful kadai sauce.
- Corn Paddu: Corn and rice fritters served with tomato, coconut, and coriander chutneys.
Mains Bursting with Bold and Aromatic Flavors
aRoqa’s mains showcase a masterful blend of traditional Indian spices and modern culinary techniques. Signature dishes like the Pit Roasted Lamb Chops are grilled in a tandoor and complement a yellow pepper chipotle coulis and spice dust. The Coastal Crab Cake features fresh lump crab paired with an apple and fennel slaw and a zesty chili lime chutney. Seafood lovers will relish the Grilled Lobster Masala, where succulent lobster tail meets coconut milk and kokum curry, garnished with fresh microgreens.
- Murgh Barra Chicken Chops: Bone-in chicken thighs marinated with malt vinegar and spices, served with mango chutney and garlic cilantro flatbread.
- Paturi Chilean Sea Bass: Kaffir lime and lemongrass-infused sea bass wrapped in banana leaf, accompanied by cilantro rice.
- Chicken Tikka Masala: Pit-roasted boneless chicken in a creamy tomato gravy with a touch of fenugreek leaves.
Decadent Desserts to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth
End your meal on a high note with aRoqa’s exquisite dessert selection that artfully blends traditional Indian sweets with contemporary flair. The Baked Gulab Jamun Crème Brulee is a chef’s inspired Indo-French creation that delights with creamy, caramelized textures. The Royal Bite – Shahi Tukra offers a Mughlai classic of deep-fried bread soaked in milk khoya rabri. For a lighter option, the Kesari Phirni is a saffron rice custard pudding accented with cardamom and crunchy nuts.
- Rasmalai: Vanilla sponge soaked in saffron milk with gram flour sweet flakes.
- Almond & Date Tartlet: A delicate pastry shell filled with rich date and almond cream.
- Gelato: Creamy Amarena cherry and vanilla bean flavors to cleanse the palate.
Signature Cocktails and Refreshing Drinks
Complement your meal with aRoqa’s inventive cocktail offerings crafted to enhance the spices and flavors on your plate. From the invigorating Bombay Gateway to imaginative mocktails, the drink menu elevates the dining experience with balanced tastes and fresh ingredients. Whether you prefer a craft cocktail or a refreshing beverage, the drink selection is designed to delight every palate.
