Passage to India Menu
4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
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Non - Veg Entrees
Chicken Tikka Masala
$18.95
Charbroiled chicken in an onion-fenugreek masala or creamy tomato sauce

Butter Chicken
$18.95
Tender chicken in a rich, creamy tomato-butter sauce, mildly spiced and full of flavor.

Coorgi Murgh
$18.95
Chicken with cracked peppercorn, coconut milk and curry leaf

Achari Chicken
$18.95
Chicken with Indian pickle spices-fenugreek, nigella, fennel & mustard

Ghost Pepper Chicken Curry
$18.95
A fiery chicken curry made with one of the world’s hottest chilies — ghost pepper — balanced with rich spices and a bold tomato-onion gravy. For the true heat seekers.
Chicken Korma
$18.95
Tender chicken simmered in a luxurious almond-cashew sauce, delicately flavored with cardamom and rosewater for a mildly sweet, creamy finish.

Hyderabadi Dum Ka Murg
$18.95
A royal slow-cooked chicken curry with yogurt, fried onions, and aromatic spices — sealed and simmered in traditional Hyderabadi dum style for deep flavor infusion.
Saag Chicken
$18.95
Chicken pieces gently simmered in a silky spinach gravy seasoned with garlic, fenugreek, and Indian spices for a wholesome, earthy dish

Goat Curry
$22.95
Goat meat on the bone stewed with garlic, onion and herbs

Lamb Vindaloo
$20.95
Spicy lamb cooked with ground coriander, cayenne and vinegar

Saag Gosht
$20.95
Lamb dices stewed with curried spinach
Lamb Avadh Korma
$20.95
Lamb cooked in a rich, creamy almond gravy

Kosha Mangsho
$20.95
Lamb cooked with ground coriander, ginger & garlic
Bhuna Ghost
$20.95
Succulent pieces of lamb pan-roasted in a thick, richly spiced onion-tomato masala until deeply caramelized and packed with flavor.

Lamb Keema
$20.95
Finely minced lamb cooked with green peas, ginger, and warming spices, making it a hearty and flavorful comfort dish.

Lamb Roganjosh
$20.95
A classic Kashmiri dish featuring lamb stewed with fresh ginger, onions, and ripe tomatoes.

Fish Vendiam Curry
$21.95
A spicy, tamarind-tangy fish curry with fresh herbs

Konkan Curry
$21.95
Choice of Fish or Shrimp in a curry leaf and coconut milk sauce
Veg Entrees
Palak Paneer
$18.95
Paneer cubes nestled in a velvety spinach purée, lightly seasoned with Indian spices.

Paneer Makhani
$18.95
Farmer's cheese dices in a creamy tomato sauce

Palak Makai
$17.95
Baigan Bharta
$17.95
Char grilled eggplants stewed with onions and tomatoes
Amma's Pach Kari
$17.95
Mélange of seasonal vegetables in a coconut, curry leaf sauce
Paneer Malai Kofta
$18.95
Farmer's cheese dumplings with figs, in a velvety sauce

Baingan Mirchi ka salan
$18.95
Baby eggplants & jalapenos in sesame-peanut gravy
Aloo Phoolkopir Dalna
$17.95
Cauliflower and potatoes with cumin and ginger
Channa Palak
$16.95
Chickpeas in creamy spinach

Vegetable Korma
$17.95
A medley of seasonal vegetables gently cooked in a smooth, mildly spiced cream-based sauce.

Paneer Butter Masala
$18.95
Soft cubes of paneer simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-butter gravy infused with aromatic spices and a hint of sweetness. A North Indian classic loved for its luxurious taste.

Aloo Gobhi
$17.95

Shuruaat - Appetizers
Palak chaat
$8.95
Crispy spinach drizzled with cilantro-yogurt & craisin chutney
Samosa Chaat
$8.95
A savory pastry stuffed with lightly spiced potatoes and peas laced with chickpeas, yogurt, & chutney
Doi Fuchka
$8.95
Crispy puris filled with spicy potato and topped with tangy yogurt, chutney, and spices.
Fritter Platter
$7.95
Pakoras made with onions and potatoes served with spiced water.

Paneer Pakoda
$9.95
Cubes of paneer dipped in spiced gram flour batter and fried until crispy.

Masala Corn Dip with Naan / Garlic Naan
$9.95
Creamy and spicy corn dip served with fresh Indian bread perfect for snacking

Veg Spring Rolls
$7.95
Crispy golden rolls filled with seasoned mixed vegetables and served with dipping sauce.

Chicken Tikka
$9.95
Chicken morsels marinated in yogurt, garlic, and spices

Chicken Majestic
$13.95
Thin strips of chicken marinated and cooked in a spicy, yogurt-based sauce.
Seekh Kabob
$10.95
Charbroiled succulent minced lamb rolls

Pepper Chicken
$13.95
Spicy, dry-fried chicken infused with black pepper, curry leaves, and garlic.
Chicken Pakoda
$13.95
Crunchy chicken fritters deep-fried with gram flour, herbs, and Indian spices.

Samosa
$7.95
A savory pastry filled with potatoes and peas

Mulligatawny Soup (Vegan)
$5.95
The inimitable lentil soup with a lemony tang

Tamatar ka shorba
$5.95
Tomato soup with a hint of ginger garlic & cilantro

Breads
Naan
$3.25
White flour bread

Roti
$3.25
Whole wheat bread

Butter Naan
$3.25

Garlic Naan
$3.75
Garlic and cilantro flavored nan

Stuffed Kulcha
$4.25
Your choice of onions, cheese, lamb, or dry fruits
Aloo Paratha
$4.00
Whole wheat bread stuffed with potatoes

Pudina Paratha
$4.25
Layered whole wheat mint bread
Bullet Naan Chilli
$3.75

Bullet Naan Garlic
$3.75

Accompaniments
Saffron Pulao
$4.95
Pilaf rice with peas and saffron
Sada chawal
$3.95
Steamed long grain basmati rice

Mah Ki Daal
$14.95
Black lentils cooked overnight

Dal Kalonji
$14.95
Yellow lentils tempered with nigella seeds
Chana Masala
$14.95
Chickpeas flavored with powdered pomegranate seeds

Raita
$4.95
Yogurt with roasted cumin and cucumber

Mango chutney
$5.95
A British contributed condiment

Papad
$2.95
Roasted lentil crisps

Onion Salad
$3.95
Bermuda red onions with hot peppers

House Salad
$6.95
Served with our Chef’s special dressing

Cilantro Chutney
$3.95

Mixed Pickle
$3.95

Mango Lassi
$4.95

Tandoor
Salmon
$22.95
The Tandoor is a clay oven and is fired with charcoal reaching temperatures more than 600* F. The different strata of heat within are used for various cuts of meat, which are marinated, in yogurt, garlic and other spices before being skewered and grilled.

Mixed Grill
$24.95
The Tandoor is a clay oven and is fired with charcoal reaching temperatures more than 600* F. The different strata of heat within are used for various cuts of meat, which are marinated, in yogurt, garlic and other spices before being skewered and grilled.

Prawns
$25.95
The Tandoor is a clay oven and is fired with charcoal reaching temperatures more than 600* F. The different strata of heat within are used for various cuts of meat, which are marinated, in yogurt, garlic and other spices before being skewered and grilled.

Chicken Malai kabab
$20.95
The Tandoor is a clay oven and is fired with charcoal reaching temperatures more than 600* F. The different strata of heat within are used for various cuts of meat, which are marinated, in yogurt, garlic and other spices before being skewered and grilled.

Tandoori chicken
$19.95
The Tandoor is a clay oven and is fired with charcoal reaching temperatures more than 600* F. The different strata of heat within are used for various cuts of meat, which are marinated, in yogurt, garlic and other spices before being skewered and grilled.
Lamb Chops
$24.95
The Tandoor is a clay oven and is fired with charcoal reaching temperatures more than 600* F. The different strata of heat within are used for various cuts of meat, which are marinated, in yogurt, garlic and other spices before being skewered and grilled.

Hariyal Kabab
$18.95
The Tandoor is a clay oven and is fired with charcoal reaching temperatures more than 600* F. The different strata of heat within are used for various cuts of meat, which are marinated, in yogurt, garlic and other spices before being skewered and grilled.

Paneer Tikka
$18.95
The Tandoor is a clay oven and is fired with charcoal reaching temperatures more than 600* F. The different strata of heat within are used for various cuts of meat, which are marinated, in yogurt, garlic and other spices before being skewered and grilled.

Indo - Chinese
Manchurian - Gobi
$14.95
Wok-tossed in a flavorful Indo-Chinese sauce made with garlic, soy, bell peppers and onions. A true Indo-Chinese classic! Served dry or with rich gravy.
Manchurian - Veg
$14.95
Wok-tossed in a flavorful Indo-Chinese sauce made with garlic, soy, bell peppers and onions. A true Indo-Chinese classic! Served dry or with rich gravy.
Manchurian - Paneer
$14.95
Wok-tossed in a flavorful Indo-Chinese sauce made with garlic, soy, bell peppers and onions. A true Indo-Chinese classic! Served dry or with rich gravy.
Manchurian - Baby Corn
$14.95
Wok-tossed in a flavorful Indo-Chinese sauce made with garlic, soy, bell peppers and onions. A true Indo-Chinese classic! Served dry or with rich gravy.
Manchurian - Chicken
$15.95
Wok-tossed in a flavorful Indo-Chinese sauce made with garlic, soy, bell peppers and onions. A true Indo-Chinese classic! Served dry or with rich gravy.
Chilli - Gobi
$14.95
Wok-tossed in a hot garlic-chili sauce with crunchy veggies. Perfect for spice lovers!

Chilli - Veg
$14.95
Wok-tossed in a hot garlic-chili sauce with crunchy veggies. Perfect for spice lovers!

Chilli - Paneer
$14.95
Wok-tossed in a hot garlic-chili sauce with crunchy veggies. Perfect for spice lovers!

Chilli - Baby Corn
$14.95
Wok-tossed in a hot garlic-chili sauce with crunchy veggies. Perfect for spice lovers!
Chilli - Chicken
$15.95
Wok-tossed in a hot garlic-chili sauce with crunchy veggies. Perfect for spice lovers!

Gobi - 65
$14.95
Tossed in a spicy 65 sauce with curry leaves, garlic, green chilies and a tangy chili sauce. Bold and flavorful!
Veg - 65
$14.95
Tossed in a spicy 65 sauce with curry leaves, garlic, green chilies and a tangy chili sauce. Bold and flavorful!
Paneer - 65
$14.95
Tossed in a spicy 65 sauce with curry leaves, garlic, green chilies and a tangy chili sauce. Bold and flavorful!
Baby Corn - 65
$14.95
Tossed in a spicy 65 sauce with curry leaves, garlic, green chilies and a tangy chili sauce. Bold and flavorful!
Chicken - 65
$15.95
Tossed in a spicy 65 sauce with curry leaves, garlic, green chilies and a tangy chili sauce. Bold and flavorful!

Fried Rice - veg
$16.95
Classic Indo-Chinese fried rice tossed with vegetables, egg, or chicken and savory seasonings.

Fried Rice - Egg
$16.95
Classic Indo-Chinese fried rice tossed with vegetables, egg, or chicken and savory seasonings.

Fried Rice - Chicken
$17.95
Classic Indo-Chinese fried rice tossed with vegetables, egg, or chicken and savory seasonings.

Hakka Noodles - Veg
$16.95
Stir-fried noodles loaded with veggies, egg, or chicken in a signature Hakka sauce.

Hakka Noodles - Egg
$16.95
Stir-fried noodles loaded with veggies, egg, or chicken in a signature Hakka sauce.

Hakka Noodles - Chicken
$17.95
Stir-fried noodles loaded with veggies, egg, or chicken in a signature Hakka sauce.

Fusion Items
Butter Chicken Poutine
$14.95
A bold twist on Canadian comfort food with crispy fries, creamy butter chicken or paneer, and melted cheese curds.
Paneer Poutine
$14.95
A bold twist on Canadian comfort food with crispy fries, creamy butter chicken or paneer, and melted cheese curds.
Passage to India Salad - Veg
$12.95
Fresh greens tossed with your protein of choice and drizzled with house-made masala vinaigrette.

Passage to India Salad - Chicken
$12.95
Fresh greens tossed with your protein of choice and drizzled with house-made masala vinaigrette.

Passage to India Salad - Grilled Salmon
$14.95
Fresh greens tossed with your protein of choice and drizzled with house-made masala vinaigrette.

Passage to India Salad - Grilled Shrimp
$14.95
Fresh greens tossed with your protein of choice and drizzled with house-made masala vinaigrette.

Butter Chicken Taco
$12.95
Soft, cheesy naan tacos filled with butter chicken, fresh greens, and a zesty house sauce.

Passage to India Protein Bowl with Veg
$13.95
A wholesome bowl of rice, lentils, greens, and your selected protein, all topped with bold Indian flavors
Passage to India Protein Bowl with Chicken tikka
$13.95
A wholesome bowl of rice, lentils, greens, and your selected protein, all topped with bold Indian flavors
Passage to India Protein Bowl with Grilled Salmon
$15.95
A wholesome bowl of rice, lentils, greens, and your selected protein, all topped with bold Indian flavors
Passage to India Protein Bowl with Grilled Shrimp
$15.95
A wholesome bowl of rice, lentils, greens, and your selected protein, all topped with bold Indian flavors
Alfredo Pasta Malai Chicken
$14.95
Creamy Alfredo sauce tossed with pasta and your protein choice, combining comfort with Indian flair.
Alfredo Pasta Grilled Shrimp
$16.95
Creamy Alfredo sauce tossed with pasta and your protein choice, combining comfort with Indian flair.
Alfredo Pasta Chicken Tikka
$14.95
Creamy Alfredo sauce tossed with pasta and your protein choice, combining comfort with Indian flair.
Alfredo Pasta with Garlic Naan
$15.95
Rich and creamy pasta served with freshly baked garlic naan for the ultimate indulgence.

Makhani Pasta Malai Chicken
$14.95
A fusion of Italian pasta and Indian butter sauce, featuring your favorite protein.
Makhani Pasta Grilled Shrimp
$16.95
A fusion of Italian pasta and Indian butter sauce, featuring your favorite protein.
Makhani Pasta Chicken Tikka
$14.95
A fusion of Italian pasta and Indian butter sauce, featuring your favorite protein.
Dessert
Gajar Halwa
$7.50
Indian carrot pudding with raisins

Mango Shreekhand
$8.50
Fresh mango with nutmeg flavored yogurt
Jam-e-Gul
$8.00
Milk dumplings in rose flavored syrup
Rice Kheer
$7.50
Rice pudding a light dessert of basmati rice and milk

Kesari Rasmalai
$8.50
Cheese patties in a sea of saffron flavored milk

Mishti Doi
$8.00

Bottled Water
Important information regarding calories
Adults and youth (ages 13 and older) need an average of 2,000 calories a day. Children (ages 4 to 12) need an average of 1,500 calories a day. Individual needs may vary. For additional nutrition information, contact our restaurant.


