Ambrosia India Bistro - Monterey
NON VEGETARIAN STARTERS
Tandoori Bites Sampler
A flavorful mix of grilled tandoori favorites-seekh kebab, chicken tikka kebab and boti kebab
$19.00Fish Pakora
Deep fried basa cubes marinated in Indian spices, coated with chickpea flour batter
$15.00Chicken 65
Boneless chicken thighs marinated in a blend of smoked spices, with fresh bell peppers and onions.
$13.50Crab Cakes
Dungeness crab meat nicely blended fresh spices, topped with sweet and spicy mango sauce
$17.00Chicken Mo:Mo
Steamed chicken dumplings, served with a side of homemade Nepali pepper (Sichuan pepper) flavored tomato-sesame chutney. A flavorful and healthy Nepali street food
$13.00Chicken Chili Mo:Mo
Nepal���s beloved chicken dumplings with a fiery twist! Chicken dumplings tossed in a spicy chili sauce made with garlic, ginger, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, soy sauce and Nepali spices.
$16.00Ambrosia Chili Chicken
Crispy chicken cubes sauteed with fresh bell peppers and onions in a savory chili sauce
$13.50LUNCH
KIDS SPECIAL BUFFETS
$8.95SPECIAL BUFFETS
$15.95KIDS WEEKEND BRUNCH
$8.95WEEKEND BRUNCH
$15.95KIDS BUFFET
$6.95LUNCH BUFFET
$12.95VEGETARIAN STARTERS
Samosa Avocado Chat
CCrispy samosas topped with avocado, chutney, yogurt, and fresh herbs, creating a refreshing twist on a classic chaat with vibrant flavors.
$14.00Samosa
Crisp, golden pastry filled with spiced potatoes & peas, served with our signature chutneys
$9.00Veg Korma Mo:Mo
Handcrafted Nepalese veg mo:mo finished with our rich, creamy, and renowned korma sauce
$15.00Vegetable Mo:Mo
Steamed veggie dumplings, served with a side of homemade Nepali pepper (Sichuan pepper) flavored tomato-sesame chutney. A flavorful and healthy Nepali street food
$13.00Veggie Chili Mo:Mo
Nepal���s beloved veggie dumplings with a fiery twist! Veggie dumplings tossed in a spicy chili sauce made with garlic, ginger, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, soy sauce and Nepali spices.
$16.00Spicy Garlic Gobi
Crispy cauliflower tossed in a tangy, spicy sauce with garlic, ginger, and peppers for a bold, flavorful crunch
$13.00Chili Paneer
Crispy paneer cubes tossed with onions, bell peppers and our house chilli garlic sauce.
$15.00SOUPS AND SALADS
Organic Arugula Apricot Salad
Fresh organic arugula,apricot, cucumber, tomato, carrot with homemade dressing
$8.00Spinach Mango Salad
Fresh baby spinach, crunchy roasted walnuts, and vibrant homemade mango dressing
$9.00Indian Chicken Caesar
Grilled chicken breast tossed tangy caesar dressing with parmesan cheese on romaine
$11.00Mulligatwany Soup
A comforting spiced lentil and chicken soup with coconut milk and aromatic curry leaves
$9.00Mixed Green Salad
Fresh mixed greens tossed with cucumber, onion, walnut, avocado, and our house-made mint dressing
$10.00RICE VARIETIES
Vegetable Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice with mixed vegetables, fragrant spices, caramelized onions and garnished with nuts
$21.00Hyderbadi Chicken Biryani
Aromatic basmati rice with tender, spiced chicken, fresh herbs, and garnished with nuts
$23.00Royal Lamb Biryani
Basmati rice and lamb simmered with mace and rose water, served with side of raita
$23.00Prawn Biryani
Fragrant basmati rice with succulent prawns, aromatic spices, and garnished with nuts
$27.00Coconut Rice, 16 Oz
Aromatic basmati rice simmered with coconut milk, offering a delicate, creamy sweetness.
$7.00Jeera Rice 16 Oz.
Aromatic cumin spiced basmati rice, lightly sauteed for a delicate, flavorful finish.
$6.00Basmati White Rice
Fragrant long-grain basmati rice, steamed to perfection and lightly seasoned for a clean, aromatic finish.
$5.00NAAN BREAD
Pesto Naan
Soft, tandoor-baked naan topped with fragrant basil pesto and finished with grated Parmesan cheese
$8.00PRI-FIX MENU
Ambrosia Non-Vegetarian Feast
Chicken Potli Samosa, Aloo Tikki, Seekh Kebab, Chicken Tikka, Butter Chicken,Palak Paneer, Basmati White Rice and your choice of Naan or Parantha and Rice Pudding
$32.00Ambrosia Vegetarian Thali
Samosa, Aloo Tikki, Malai Kofta, Palak Paneer, Veg. Korma, Dal Bukhara, Raita,Basmati White Rice and your choice of Naan or Roti and Rice Pudding
$26.00VEGETARIAN
Baigan Bharta
Roasted eggplant mashed and cooked with onions, tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic Indian spices for a smoky, rustic classic.
$18.00 +Veggie Vindaloo
Fresh vegetables and potatoes simmered in a bold, tangy, and spicy vindaloo sauce.
$17.00 +Palak Paneer
Fresh paneer cubes cooked in creamy, spiced spinach , offering a rich and flavorful vegetarian classic.
$18.50 +Hari Sabzi
Spinach and baby bok-choy saut��ed with aromatic spices, a light, flavorful, and wholesome vegetarian dish.
$18.00 +Aloo Gobi
Tender potatoes and cauliflower florets saut��ed with onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices.
$18.00 +Shahi Paneer
Paneer cubes simmered in a rich, creamy, and mildly spiced tomato-based gravy, infused with aromatic Indian herbs.
$18.50 +Bhindi Masala (Seasonal)
Fresh crisp okra, tossed with onion tomato and fresh ginger - house specialty
$15.00 +Paneer Tikka Masala
Grilled marinated paneer simmered in a rich creamy tomato gravy with aromatic indian spices.
$22.00Kadhai paneer
Paneer and bell peppers saut��ed in a spiced tomato-onion gravy, cooked in a traditional kadhai
$20.00Ambrosia Dum Aloo
Potatoes stuffed with almonds and raisins, slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic tomato gravy.
$18.00Malai Kofta
Paneer and vegetable dumplings simmered in a rich, creamy, and mildly spiced tomato-based gravy.
$18.00Baby Eggplant Stuffed
Indian eggplants stuffed with a spiced mixture of herbs, nuts, and aromatic Indian spices.
$21.00Mushroom Masala
Fresh button mushrooms sauteed with onions and bell peppers in a spiced tomato cream gravy.
$18.00CHICKEN
Methi Murgh Kasoori
$22.00 +Chicken Pasanda
$17.00 +Chicken Vindaloo
Chicken cooked with potatoes in a bold, tangy, and spicy sauce with vinegar, garlic, and spices.
$21.00 +Chicken Chettinad
Peppercorn flavored chicken curry cooked to perfection - south Indian specialty
$21.00 +Classic Chicken Curry
Tender chicken simmered in a spiced onion-tomato gravy with aromatic Indian herbs.
$20.00 +Butter Chicken
Tender chicken cooked in a rich, creamy tomato-butter sauce infused with mild spices.
$21.00 +Chicken Tikka Masala
Grilled chicken simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce with aromatic spices
$22.00 +LAMB
Lamb Korma
Tender lamb cooked in a rich, creamy, and mildly spiced cashew gravy, delivering a royal and flavorful experience.
$24.00 +Lamb Vindaloo
Lamb and potato simmered in a tangy, spicy sauce with vinegar, garlic, and traditional spices.
$23.00 +Saag Gosht
Tender lamb simmered with fresh spinach and aromatic spices, creating a rich, flavorful, and wholesome dish.
$24.00 +Chop E Masala
Tender lamb chops simmered in a rich, spiced onion-tomato masala, infused with aromatic Indian spices.
$33.00SEAFOOD
Lobster Masala
Twin succulent Lobster tails paired with onions and bell peppers in a luscious creamy spicy tomato sauce
$49.00 +Masala Jhinga
Jumbo prawns delicately tossed with onions, red chili peppers, and mustard in a zesty and tangy tomato sauce. 2
$26.00 +Goan Fish Curry
Fresh Basa fish simmered in coconut milk with curry leaves, and aromatic Goan spices.
$25.00 +Fish and Prawn Curry
Fresh basa and prawns in fresh coconut milk and mustard sauce, with curry leaves
$19.00 +Kandhari Prawn Curry
Succulent prawns simmered in a creamy coconut-based sauce with aromatic spices
$28.00 +Prawn Vindaloo
Jumb prawn and potato simmered in a tangy, spicy sauce with vinegar, garlic, and traditional spices.
$28.00TANDOORI SIZZLERS
Tandoori Chicken
Juicy chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, then roasted in a tandoor for a smoky, char-grilled flavor.
$23.00Tandoori Mixed Grill
Combination of Murgh Malai Kebab, Tandoori chicken, Royal Gosht Kebab, Seekh Kebab & a Prawn
$36.00Tandoori Lobster
Lobster marinated in aromatic spices and herbs, then roasted in a tandoor for a smoky and flavorful delicacy.
$47.00Tandoori Chicken Full
���King of Kebabs��� - Bone-in chicken marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic and garam masala then skewered, cooked in earthen oven
$28.00Murgh Malai Kebab
Tender chicken marinated in yogurt and mild aromatic spices, then roasted to perfection.
$24.00Trio Lamb Kebab
Royal Gosht kebab, Lamb Chop, and Seekh Kebab marinated in aromatic spices and grilled to perfection
$35.00Seekh Kabab
Ground lamb blended with aromatic spices and grilled in a tandoor for a smoky, tender, and flavorful delight.
$23.00Royal Gosht Kebab
Tender lamb marinated in royal spices and herbs, then grilled to perfection for a rich, smoky flavor.
$27.00Ambrosia Special Kebab
Lamb rack marinated in spices and then grilled to perfection for a tender, juicy and rich, smoky flavor.
$37.00Hariyali Salmon Tikka
Salmon marinated in a mint and yogurt sauce, then grilled to a smoky, tender, and flavorful delight.
$32.00Chilli Garlic Basa
Basa fish roasted in tandoor with fresh garlic and aromatic spices with a perfect balance of heat.
$25.00Prawns Of heaven
uicy prawns marinated in yogurt and spices then roasted in a tandoor with a hint of spicy tomato sauce
$29.00Tandoori Veg Delight
A medley of fresh garden vegetables marinated in yogurt, aromatic Indian spices, and herbs.
$20.00Paneer Tikka
Cubes of paneer marinated in yogurt and spices, grilled with onions and bell peppers until flavorful.
$21.00VEGAN MENU
Vegan Butter Chicken
Plant-based protein simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce with aromatic spices,
$23.00 +Vegan Kadai Chicken
Soy chicken with onions, bell peppers with toasted cumin and light spicy tomato sauce
$22.00 +Vegan Veggie Vindaloo
Fresh vegetables and potatoes simmered in a bold, tangy, and spicy vindaloo sauce.
$17.00 +Vegan Vegetable Korma
Fresh seasonal vegetables simmered in a creamy coconut and cashew-based gravy with mild spices
$18.00 +Vegan Tofu Mattar Masala
Tofu cubes and green peas cooked in a spiced tomato-onion gravy with aromatic herbs
$18.00 +Vegan Tofu Tikka
Tofu marinated in spices and herbs, then roasted in a tandoor for a smoky flavor masala
$20.00 +Vegan Achari Baingan
Eggplant cooked in a tangy, spiced pickle-inspired gravy with traditional Indian spices
$18.00 +Vegan Aloo Baingan
Potato and eggplant cooked together in a spiced onion-tomato gravy with aromatic herb.
$17.00 +Mulligatwanny Soup
A comforting spiced lentil and chicken soup with coconut milk and aromatic curry leaves.
$9.00Vegan Samosa
Crisp, golden pastry filled with spiced potatoes & peas, served with our signature chutneys
$9.00Organic Arugula Apricot Salad
Fresh organic arugula,apricot, cucumber, tomato, carrot with homemade dressing
$8.00Vegan Chili Mo:Mo
Nepal���s beloved vegan dumplings dumplings tossed in a spicy chili sauce made with garlic, ginger, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, soy sauce and Nepali spices.
$15.00DAIRY FREE MENU
Jeera Rice Dairy Free
Aromatic cumin spiced basmati rice, lightly sauteed for a delicate, flavorful finish.
$6.00Coconut Rice Dairy free
Aromatic basmati rice simmered with coconut milk, offering a delicate, creamy sweetness.
$7.00White Rice Dairy Free
Fragrant long-grain basmati rice, steamed to perfection and lightly seasoned for a clean, aromatic finish.
$5.00Poori Dairy free
$3.50Kandhari Prawn Curry Dairy Free
Succulent prawns simmered in a creamy coconut-based sauce with aromatic spices
$28.00Fish and Prawn Curry dairy free
Fresh basa and prawns in fresh coconut milk and mustard sauce, with curry leaves
$19.00Masala Jhinga Dairy Free
Jumbo prawns delicately tossed with onions, red chili peppers, and mustard in a zesty and tangy tomato sauce.
$26.00Goan Fish curry Dairy free
Fresh Basa fish simmered in coconut milk with curry leaves, and aromatic Goan spices
$25.00Coconut lamb Curry Dairy free
Tender lamb cooked in a creamy coconut-based sauce with aromatic spices.
$24.00Seekh Kebab dairy Free
Ground lamb blended with aromatic spices and grilled in a tandoor for a smoky, tender, and flavorful delight.
$23.00Chicken Vindaloo Dairy Free
Chicken cooked with potatoes in a bold, tangy, and spicy sauce with vinegar, garlic, and spices.
$21.00Clasic Chicken Curry Dairy Free
Tender chicken simmered in a spiced onion-tomato gravy with aromatic Indian herbs.
$20.00Tandoori vegetables Dairy Free
A medley of fresh garden vegetables marinated in yogurt, aromatic Indian spices, and herbs.
$20.00Bhindi Masala Dairy Free
Okra saut��ed with onions, tomatoes, in a aromatic spices, resulting in a flavorful slightly tangy taste
$22.00Hari Sabzi Dairy Free
Spinach and baby bok-choy saut��ed with aromatic spices, a light, flavorful, and wholesome vegetarian dish.
$18.00Channa Masala Dairy Free
Chickpeas simmered in a spiced tomato-onion gravy with aromatic herbs.
$17.00Mulligatwany Soup Dairy Free
A comforting spiced lentil and chicken soup with coconut milk and aromatic curry leaves.
$9.00Spinach Mango Salad Dairy Free
Fresh baby spinach, crunchy roasted walnuts, and vibrant homemade mango dressing
$9.00Fish Pakora Diary Free
Deep fried basa cubes marinated in Indian spices, coated with chickpea flour batter
$15.00Vegetable Pakora Dairy Free
Crispy fritters made with chickpea batter and fried to golden perfection.
$9.00SIDES
Korma Sauce Only
$13.00Tikka Masala Sauce Only
$13.00Tamarind Chutney 16OZ
$10.00Tamarind Chutney 8OZ
$5.00Mango Chutney 8OZ
$10.00Mango Chutney 4OZ
$6.00Plain Yogurt
$7.00RAITA
$8.00DESSERTS
BEVERAGES
Bottled water
$4.00Juice
$5.00Salted Lassi
$4.50Iced Tea
$3.50Soda
$3.50Sweet Lassi
$4.50Mango Lassi
$6.00House Coffee
$3.50Mint Leaf Tea
$3.50Assorted Tea
$3.50Chai
$5.00BEERS
Flying Horse (22oz).
$10.00Taj Mahal (22 oz.)
$10.00Taj Mahal (12 oz.)
$6.00Budweiser
$5.00Bud Light
$5.00Guinness Stout
$5.00Stella Artois
$5.00Corona
$5.00Heineken
$5.00Red Trolley
$6.00Firestone 805
$6.00Kona Lager
$6.00AMBROSIA SPECIAL COCKTAILS
Mango Margartina
$8.50Pimm's Cup
$8.50Ambrosia Coffee
$8.50Tweaked Mai Tai
$8.50ASOB
$8.50Lychee Martini
$8.50Ambrosia Ice Tea
$8.50Purple Rain
$8.50Espresso Either Way
$8.50Melontini
$8.50Mangojito
$8.50Ambrosia Hypnotizer
$8.50Chaitini
$8.50Ambrosia Cosmo
$8.50NON ALCOHOLIC
Ambrosia Drinks
$7.00HARD LIQUOR
WINES BY THE GLASS
WHITE WINE (BOTTLES)
Cake Bread, Sauvignon Blanc
Kiwi, citrus & green apple flavors, rich grapefruit, refreshingly flinty
$64.00Bernardus, Sauvignon Blanc
Flavors of lime & grapefruit along with grassy notes and a crisp refreshing acidity
$39.00Dom P��rignon, Sparkling
Superior champagne known around the world for its excellent quality and taste
$249.00G.H.Mumm Cordon Rouge, Sparkling
The bubbles are lively, intense, and light. The bouquet is fruity with initial notes of peaches, pears, and green apples followed by flavors of candied lemon and ripe apricots. The long cellar aging provides flavors of vanilla, roasted nuts
$69.00Mumm Brut, Sparkling
Fine Bright Citrus, red apple, stone fruit and vanilla aromas. It���s vibrant flavors are balance by fine acidity and a rich lingering finish
$39.00RED WINE (BOTTLES)
Josh Cellars, Merlot
Velvety and soft in texture, with flavors of plums, blackberries, and black cherries, and a long cocoa powder finish and soft tannins
$31.00Robert Mondavi, Merlot
Intense blackberry and black plum flavors with sweet oak Spices and a velvety finish
$45.00Ferrari-Carano, Merlot
This is a velvety wine with a complex nose of plum, chocolate spice, dark berries, coffee, caramel and cedar
$39.00Daou, Cabernet Sauvignon
Rich deep dark berry color with creamy mocha-espresso flavors. The tannins are well integrated with the fruit and create a long finish that keeps going
$54.00Robert Mondavi ���OPUS ONE���, Cabernet Sauvignon
Well-balanced, with appealing spice, currant and blackberry fruit along with a firmly tannic backbone. Excellent structure, tannins and acidity, with sturdy currant, blackberry, fresh earth, mineral and a whiff of tar and tobacco
$279.00Tom Gore,Cabernet Sauvignon
Aromas of cherry and currant with hints of tobacco leaf and dark chocolate, finished with mocha
$31.00Vista Point, Cabernet Sauvignon
Pleasant cherry & berry flavors with oaky vanilla on the finish
$22.00Davis Bynum,Pinot Noir
Flavors of dark cherries, red plums, and vanilla with a lingering finish
$69.00Bernardus, Pinot Noir
Bright ripe fruits along with subtle spicy notes fill the mouth and linger on long, crisp finish
$49.00Noble Vines, Pinot Noir
Aromas of black cherry, plum, and bittersweet coco, with a velvety finish
$31.00OTHER WHITES
Essence, Riesling, Other Whites
Selected Riesling wines from the Mosel. Fragrant aroma, fresh fruit flavor perfectly balanced by a racy mineral character
$31.00Banfi, Pinot Grigio, Other Whites
Color: Pale straw yellow. Bouquet: Hints of pear and white flowers. Taste: Well balanced with an unusually lively acidity
$27.00Pacific Rim, Dry Riesling, Other Whites
Pale straw with a bouquet of jasmine. Pacific Rim Dry Riesling is crisp, dry and lush with flavors of citrus, white peach and minerals
$33.00Chateau St. Michelle, Gew��rztraminer, Other Whites
Such a flavorful wine with beautiful, expressive fruit and clove spice. This is a lush style of Gewurztraminer with a lot of floral character, yet it still maintains the grape���s natural crisp acidity
$25.00Hugel, Gew��rztraminer, Other Whites
Alsatian style, dry with a hint of spice and great mouth feel every glass. Great with spicy and hot food
$54.00OTHER REDS
Concannon, Petite Sirah, Other Reds
Fruity & rich, some oak and evident tannin to back up the fruit
$35.00Janasse, C��tes Du Rh��ne, Other Reds
Notes of fresh crushed strawberry and blackberry supported by a hint of licorice
$35.00De Loach, Zinfandel, Other Reds
Hints of raspberry & chocolate, layers of complexity, firm tannins
$27.00True Grit, Petite Sirah,Other Reds
Aromas of ripe fruit, white pepper and vanilla, followed by an intense rush of fresh blackberry, dark chocolate, and caramel flavors
$49.00