INDIAN MASALA BISTRO MENU

🍛 Indian Masala Bistro, located inside the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa at the base of Whistler Gondola, offers an upscale Indian fine dining experience with authentic tandoori specialties, rich curries, and flavorful vegetarian dishes. A local favorite for its Butter Chicken, Tandoori Prawns, and aromatic Biryanis, this elegant restaurant combines traditional recipes with a modern touch. Perfect for après-ski dinners, family gatherings, or romantic evenings, Indian Masala Bistro is a must-visit culinary destination in Whistler Village.

Indian Masala Bistro in Whistler:

🔥 Tandoori Appetizers

Marinated in yogurt and royal spices, roasted in the traditional tandoor.

• Chicken Malai Tikka – Chicken marinated with cashews, yogurt, and house spices, grilled until tender.

• Chicken Tikka – Boneless chicken marinated in yogurt and herbs, roasted in the tandoor.

• Paneer Tikka – Indian milk cheese marinated in yogurt and spices, then tandoor-roasted.

• Tandoori Chicken – Classic yogurt and spice-marinated chicken cooked in the tandoor.

• Tandoori Fish – Fish fillet marinated with yogurt and herbs, grilled to perfection.

• Tandoori Prawns – Prawns in a yogurt-spice marinade, roasted in the clay oven.

• Achari Chicken – Chicken marinated with tangy pickles, yogurt, and ground spices.

• Soya Chaap – Soy-based skewers marinated in cashews, yogurt, and spices.

• Mix Grill – A platter featuring tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, malai tikka, tandoori fish, tandoori prawns, and achari chicken.

🥗 Accompaniments

• Plain Yogurt or Raita – Cooling yogurt accompaniment.

• Mango Chutney – Sweet and tangy mango relish.

• Sliced Onions with Green Chili & Lime – Crisp and zesty side.

• Papadum – Crisp lentil wafers.

• Mixed Pickles – Spicy and tangy Indian pickles.

• Indian Salad – Fresh seasonal salad.

• Kachumber Salad – Chopped cucumber, tomato, and onion tossed with spices.

🥟 Appetizers

• Mix Snacks – A sampler of samosa, veggie pakora, fish pakora, chicken pakora, and French fries.

• Fish or Chicken Pakora – Fish or chicken fritters battered in chickpea flour.

• Paneer Pakora – Indian cheese dipped in spiced chickpea flour and fried.

• Aloo Tikki (2 pcs) – Spiced potato patties.

• Vegetable Manchurian – Fried vegetable dumplings in a tangy, spiced sauce.

• Veggie Platter Snacks – Samosa, veggie pakora, paneer pakora, palak bada, and fries.

• Veggie Samosa (2 pcs) – Crispy pastries filled with potato and peas.

• Vegetable Pakora – Seasonal vegetables fried in chickpea batter.

• French Fries – Classic fried potato sticks.

🍞 Naan & Breads

• Tandoori Roti – Whole wheat flatbread baked in the tandoor.

• Plain Naan – Soft tandoor-baked flatbread.

• Garlic Naan – Naan brushed with garlic.

• Butter Naan – Fluffy naan finished with butter.

• Peshwari Naan – Sweet naan stuffed with dried fruits and nuts.

• Palak Paneer Naan – Naan stuffed with spinach and paneer.

• Aloo Parantha – Flatbread stuffed with spiced potato filling.

🍚 Rice

• Plain Rice – Steamed basmati rice.

• Pulao Rice – Fragrant rice cooked with mild spices.

🍛 Dawat-E-Masala (Meat Curries)

Rice and naan are ordered separately. Choose chicken, lamb, fish, salmon, or prawns.

• Masala – Meat cooked in ginger, chilies, onion, and tomato masala sauce.

• Curry – Traditional Indian curry with herbs and spices.

• Rogan Josh – Rich yogurt and onion gravy finished with melon seeds.

• Korma – Creamy cashew sauce finished with mild spices.

• Kadai – Cooked with bell peppers, red chilies, and thick masala sauce.

• Vindaloo – Hot and tangy coconut-based curry.

• Do Pyaaza – Cooked with onions, spinach, and spices.

• Palak – Simmered in hearty spinach sauce with herbs.

• Butter Chicken – Tandoor-marinated chicken in creamy tomato sauce.

• Chilli Chicken – Spicy and tangy chicken with peppers and onions.

• Bhoona Ghosht – Lamb simmered with onions and aromatic herbs.

• Daal Ghosht – Yellow lentils with lamb, tempered in garlic and cumin.

• Jalfrezi – Bell peppers, tomato, and onions sautéed in spiced gravy.

🥘 Dawat-E-Biryani

• Veggie Biryani – Fragrant basmati rice with seasonal vegetables.

• Chicken Biryani – Chicken layered with aromatic basmati rice.

• Lamb Biryani – Lamb cooked with spiced rice.

• Prawn Biryani – Prawns and basmati rice cooked with royal spices.

🌱 Dawat-E-Shakahari (Vegetarian Specials)

Rice and naan are ordered separately.

• Daal Banjara – Yellow lentils tempered with garlic and cumin.

• Daal Maharani – Creamy black lentils with tomato, onion, and ginger.

• Channa Masala – Chickpeas simmered with onions, tomato, and spices.

• Aloo Gobi – Cauliflower and potatoes in spiced masala.

• Bhindi Masala – Okra cooked in rich masala sauce.

• Eggplant Bhartha – Roasted eggplant mashed with onion, tomato, and spices.

• Palak Paneer – Cottage cheese cooked with spinach and spices.

• Shahi Paneer – Cottage cheese in creamy tomato cashew gravy with raisins.

• Malai Kofta – Vegetable dumplings in rich cashew tomato gravy.

• Mixed Vegetable Masala – Seasonal vegetables in spiced masala.

• Paneer Masala – Paneer in thick onion-tomato masala.

• Veggie Korma – Vegetables in creamy cashew sauce.

• Paneer Makhani – Paneer in creamy tomato butter sauce.

• Kadai Paneer – Paneer with bell peppers and red chilies in masala gravy.

🍨 Desserts

• Hot Gulab Jamun – Fried milk dumplings in rose-scented syrup.

• Kulfi – Traditional Indian-style ice cream.

• Paan Patta – Betel leaf delicacy.

📖 See the current Indian Masala Bistro menu on their website

⭐ Customer Favorite Menu Items

• Butter Chicken – A rich, creamy classic made with tandoor-roasted chicken simmered in tomato sauce.

• Chicken Malai Tikka – Tender chicken marinated in cashews, yogurt, and spices, cooked in the tandoor.

• Tandoori Prawns – Juicy prawns marinated in yogurt and herbs, served sizzling from the clay oven.

• Lamb Rogan Josh – Slow-cooked lamb in a spiced yogurt and onion gravy.

• Paneer Tikka – Soft Indian cheese marinated in spices, grilled to perfection.

• Chicken Biryani – Fragrant basmati rice layered with tender chicken and aromatic spices.

• Shahi Paneer – Paneer simmered in a creamy cashew-tomato gravy with raisins.

🍽️ Dining Experience

• Upscale fine dining Indian restaurant inside Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa.

• Located steps from the Whistler Gondola, blending convenience with elegance.

• Interiors feature warm lighting, traditional Indian décor, and a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere.

• Ideal for romantic dinners, family celebrations, and groups seeking authentic Indian cuisine.

• Offers both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, with a focus on rich, flavorful North Indian dishes.

• Known for generous portions, artful presentation, and attentive service.

🅿️ Parking & Accessibility

• Hotel underground parking available at Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa.

• Limited street parking nearby in Mountain Square.

• Wheelchair accessible entrance and seating.

• Just steps away from Whistler Village transit loop, making it easily accessible by bus and shuttle services.

📍 Landmarks & Location

• Located in Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa at the base of Whistler Gondola.

• Steps from Whistler Village Stroll, Mountain Square, and the Whistler Visitor Centre.

• Surrounded by popular attractions such as Whistler Blackcomb ski lifts, Whistler Golf Club, and Audain Art Museum within walking distance.

📦 Ordering Options

• Dine-in with a full fine dining menu.

• Takeout available directly from the restaurant.

• Delivery offered through local third-party services (varies seasonally).

• Reservations recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and ski season.

💬 Customer Feedback

• Guests praise the authentic flavors and variety of dishes, especially the tandoori selections.

• The Butter Chicken and Biryani are highly recommended by regulars.

• Many note the warm, attentive staff and elegant setting.

• Some mention that dishes are rich and filling, making them great for sharing.

• Location inside the Hilton makes it a popular stop for both tourists and hotel guests.

This menu was last updated: 2 weeks ago.