Sizzling Tandoor Victoria

    🍛 Sizzling Tandoor on Johnson Street in downtown Victoria offers a vibrant mix of traditional Indian flavours, sizzling tandoor-grilled specialties, and rich, aromatic curries that draw both locals and visitors.

    Conveniently located in the heart of Victoria, this popular spot is known for its welcoming atmosphere, generous lunch buffet, and consistent favourites like butter chicken, lamb rogan josh, pakoras, and fresh naan made in the tandoor. It’s a go-to destination for authentic Indian cuisine in Victoria’s bustling downtown dining scene.

    🌟 Known for Butter Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh.

    🍽️ Sizzling Tandoor Menu

    See the full Sizzling Tandoor menu in Victoria, including popular dishes and house favourites.

    🥟 Small Plates

    A selection of flavourful starters, fried bites, and shareable favourites.

    Vegetable Samosas (V, GF)

    Crispy pastry pockets filled with seasoned potatoes and peas; served golden and fragrant.

    Vegetable Pakoras (V, GF)

    Shredded vegetables dipped in spiced chickpea batter and fried until crisp.

    Keema Samosas

    Flaky pastry filled with savoury minced meat and warming spices.

    Paneer Pakora (V, GF)

    Soft paneer pieces coated in chickpea batter and fried for a crunchy exterior and creamy centre.

    Curried Mussels (GF)

    Mussels simmered in an aromatic curry broth with garlic, ginger, and spices.

    Aloo Tikki (V, GF)

    Crisp pan-fried potato patties seasoned with herbs and spices.

    Calamari Pakora (GF)

    Tender calamari dipped in spiced chickpea batter and fried lightly crisp.

    Fish Pakora (GF)

    Marinated fish pieces fried to a flaky, flavourful finish.

    Chicken Pakora (GF)

    Juicy chicken bites coated in seasoned chickpea batter and fried to perfection.

    Samosa Chaat (V)

    Crushed samosas layered with chickpeas, chutneys, yogurt, and spices for a tangy, crunchy mix.

    Tandoori Broccoli (V, GF)

    Broccoli florets marinated in tandoori spices and char-roasted for smoky flavour.

    Gobi Manchurian (V, GF)

    Crispy cauliflower tossed in a tangy, mildly spicy Indo-Chinese sauce.

    Hummus & Naan (GF, V)

    Creamy chickpea hummus served with warm, freshly baked naan for dipping.

    🍞 Naans & Flatbreads

    Freshly baked breads from the tandoor, ideal for pairing with curries and entrées.

    Classic Butter Naan (V)

    Soft, fluffy naan brushed with butter.

    Tandoori Roti (V)

    Rustic whole-wheat flatbread baked in the tandoor.

    Rosemary Naan (V)

    Aromatic naan infused with fresh rosemary.

    Onion & Cilantro Naan (V)

    Warm naan packed with onions and bright cilantro.

    Garlic & Basil Naan (V)

    Soft naan with roasted garlic and fresh basil.

    Plain / Mint / Lachha Paratha (V)

    Flaky, layered parathas served plain or lightly flavoured with mint.

    Keema Naan

    Tandoor-baked naan stuffed with savoury minced meat.

    Spinach Naan

    Soft naan filled with spiced spinach.

    Chicken Naan

    Naan stuffed with seasoned chicken.

    Kabuli Naan (V)

    A sweet, nutty naan filled with dried fruits and nuts.

    Paneer Naan

    Naan filled with lightly spiced paneer.

    Potato Naan (V)

    Naan stuffed with seasoned mashed potatoes.

    🥣 Soups & Salads

    Warm, comforting soups and refreshing salads to lighten or begin your meal.

    Daal Soup (V, GF)

    A nourishing lentil soup simmered with warming spices.

    Mulligatawny Soup (GF)

    A comforting blend of lentils, vegetables, and aromatic curry spices.

    Tomato Soup (V, GF)

    Smooth tomato soup with subtle spices and herbs.

    Kachumber Salad (V, GF)

    A crisp mix of cucumber, tomato, onion, and herbs tossed lightly.

    Sizzling Tandoor Green Salad (V, GF)

    Fresh greens topped with lightly tandoor-charred vegetables.

    Classic Caesar Salad

    Crisp romaine tossed with creamy dressing, parmesan, and croutons.

    Add spicy tandoori chicken or prawns

    A bold protein upgrade that adds heat and depth.

    🔥 Sizzling Entrées

    Tandoor-grilled entrées served on sizzling onions and peppers with basmati rice and mint yogurt chutney. (All GF)

    Tandoori Chicken

    Bone-in chicken marinated in yogurt, garlic, ginger, and classic tandoori spices.

    Malai Chicken Tikka

    Creamy, mild chicken marinated in yogurt and cashew paste.

    Chicken Tikka

    Boneless chicken pieces marinated in spiced yogurt and roasted until smoky.

    Paneer Tikka

    Cubes of paneer marinated in tandoori spices and grilled until lightly charred.

    Tandoori Prawns

    Juicy prawns marinated with aromatic spices and grilled for a smoky finish.

    Tandoori Fish

    Flaky fish fillets marinated in bright, tangy tandoori spices and grilled.

    Shish Kebab (Lamb)

    Minced lamb seasoned with herbs and spices, shaped and grilled on skewers.

    Mixed Grill

    A generous platter featuring a variety of tandoori favourites.

    Tandoori Vegetable Platter (V)

    A colourful mix of marinated vegetables roasted to smoky perfection.

    🍛 Curries

    Served with basmati rice. Choose your protein: Beef, Chicken, Basa, Paneer, Prawn, Lamb, Mixed Veg.

    Spice levels: Mild, Medium, Hot, Extra Hot, XX-Hot.

    Traditional Lamb Rogan Josh

    A rich, slow-cooked lamb curry with aromatic Kashmiri spices.

    Karrahi Curry (V, GF)

    A tomato-based curry with peppers, onions, and fragrant spices.

    Pomegranate Curry (V, GF)

    A bright, tangy curry enriched with pomegranate and warming spices.

    Kabuli Curry (GF)

    A creamy, mildly sweet curry inspired by Afghan flavours.

    Mango Curry (GF)

    A fruity, mildly spiced curry with a lush mango base.

    Cashew Korma (GF)

    A luxurious, creamy curry made with ground cashews and aromatic spices.

    Butter Chicken (GF)

    Tender chicken simmered in a buttery, tomato-rich sauce.

    Tikka Masala Curry (GF)

    A vibrant curry with smoky tandoori flavours and creamy tomato sauce.

    Coconut Curry (V, GF)

    A silky coconut-based curry infused with mild spices.

    Vindaloo Curry (V, GF)

    A fiery Goan curry with vinegar and bold heat.

    Saagwala (Spinach) (V, GF)

    A creamy spinach-based curry cooked with aromatic spices.

    🍚 Biryani

    Fragrant basmati rice with cashews, raisins, and peppers. Served with raita. (GF, V)

    Vegetable Biryani

    Mixed vegetables layered with spiced rice for aromatic, colourful flavour.

    Chicken Biryani

    Tender chicken simmered with spices and layered into fragrant biryani rice.

    Lamb Biryani

    Slow-cooked lamb folded through richly spiced rice.

    Prawn Biryani

    Juicy prawns infused with aromatic biryani spices.

    🍃 Vegetarian Specialties

    Hearty vegetarian favourites served with basmati rice.

    Channa Bhatura (V)

    Fluffy fried bread served with spiced chickpea curry.

    Kashmiri Kofta (V, GF)

    Vegetable dumplings simmered in a creamy, mildly sweet sauce.

    Daal Makhni (V, GF)

    Slow-cooked black lentils simmered with spices until silky.

    Tarka Daal (V, GF)

    Yellow lentils finished with a fragrant spiced oil tempering.

    Okra Masala (V, GF)

    Tender okra cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices.

    Navratan Korma (V, GF)

    A rich, creamy curry with mixed vegetables, nuts, and dried fruit.

    Aloo Gobi (V, GF)

    Potatoes and cauliflower cooked with turmeric and spices.

    Channa Masala (V, GF)

    Chickpeas simmered in a tangy, spiced tomato gravy.

    Eggplant Bhartha (V)

    Roasted eggplant mashed and cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices.

    Palak Paneer (GF)

    Paneer cubes simmered in a creamy spinach sauce.

    Paneer Tikka Masala (GF)

    Paneer in a smoky, spiced tomato cream sauce.

    Aloo Palak (V, GF)

    Spinach cooked with tender potatoes and spices.

    Mattar Paneer (GF)

    Paneer simmered with peas in a mildly spiced gravy.

    Shahi Paneer (GF)

    Paneer in a decadent cashew-cream sauce.

    Aloo Mattar (V, GF)

    Potatoes and peas cooked in a fragrant tomato gravy.

    Curry Pakora (V, GF)

    Vegetable fritters simmered in a tangy yogurt-based curry.

    🥣 Sides & Extras

    Simple additions to round out your meal.

    Papadum

    Crisp lentil wafers, lightly seasoned.

    Basmati Rice

    Fluffy, fragrant long-grain rice.

    Raita

    Cooling yogurt with cucumber and spices.

    Sliced Onions

    Fresh, crunchy onions for added bite.

    Mango Chutney

    Sweet and tangy mango preserves.

    Indian Pickle (Achaar)

    Spicy, tangy pickled vegetables and chilis.

    🍨 Desserts & Sweets

    A sweet finish featuring classic Indian treats.

    Mango Ice Cream

    Creamy mango-flavoured ice cream.

    Coconut Ice Cream

    Smooth, tropical coconut ice cream.

    Rose Ice Cream

    Floral, fragrant rose-infused ice cream.

    Trio of Ice Creams

    A sampling of three signature flavours.

    Kheer

    Creamy rice pudding flavoured with rose and cardamom.

    Rasmalai

    Soft cheese patties soaked in sweet cardamom milk.

    Gulab Jamun

    Warm milk-dumplings soaked in spiced sugar syrup.

    🫖 Traditional Beverages

    Refreshing, creamy, or spiced drinks to complement your meal.

    Sweet or Salty Lassi

    Classic yogurt drink served sweet or lightly salted.

    Mango or Rose Lassi

    Creamy yogurt blended with mango or delicate rose.

    Mango Lemonade

    Bright lemonade infused with sweet mango.

    Masala Chai Tea

    Spiced black tea simmered with milk and aromatics.

    🍹 Happy Hour Menu

    Discounted drinks and shareable bites.

    🍶 Drinks

    House wines by the glass

    Highball cocktails (1 oz & 2 oz)

    Hoyne draught beer

    🍢 Bites & Bar Food

    Vegetable samosas

    Vegetable pakoras

    Potato or spinach-paneer naan

    Chicken pakoras

    🌙 Extended Happy Hour

    (Summer Nights 9–11 pm, Wed–Sun). Late-night drinks and bites available during summer.

    🍽️ Buffet Menu

    🕛 Lunch Buffet (All You Can Eat)

    A rotating selection of hot dishes, salads, and fresh naan, offered daily.

    Downtown (Johnson St): 11:30 am – 3:00 pm daily

    🍽️ Buffet Features

    Hot entrées, fresh salads, and unlimited naan.

    2 meat-based entrées

    Hearty, rotating selections of chicken, lamb, or beef.

    4 vegetarian options

    Comforting, flavourful vegetarian dishes that change daily.

    Full salad bar

    Fresh greens, toppings, and dressings.

    Endless plain naan

    Warm tandoor-baked naan served continuously.

    Sizzling Tandoor Menu Prices

    🍛 Indian

    ⏳ Opens Soon
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    Monday 3:30 pm – 10:00 pm
    Tuesday 3:30 pm – 10:00 pm
    Wednesday 3:30 pm – 10:00 pm
    Thursday 3:30 pm – 10:00 pm
    Friday 3:30 pm – 10:00 pm
    Saturday 3:30 pm – 10:00 pm
    Sunday 3:30 pm – 10:00 pm

    ⭐ Sizzling Tandoor Favourites

    Butter Chicken

    A standout favourite; rich, creamy, and repeatedly recommended as a must-order.

    Lamb Rogan Josh

    Celebrated for its deep, aromatic spices and tender slow-cooked lamb.

    Pakora (Vegetable, Paneer, Chicken)

    Crispy, spiced, and perfectly fried; a highly rated starter trio.

    Vegetable Samosas & Samosa Chaat

    Loved for bold flavour, crisp texture, and vibrant chutneys.

    Sizzling Tandoori Chicken & Prawns

    Signature grill items praised for their smoky tandoor flavour and sizzling presentation.

    Green Salad & Kachumber Salad

    Fresh, bright, and crisp options that balance the richness of curries and tandoor dishes.

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