Tharavadu - Authentic Kerala Restaurant in Leeds

Our homemade chutneys and pickles perfectly complement our crispy Pappadavada, flavorful Pakkavada, savory Kaya Varuthathathu, and perfectly seasoned Poppadoms. These carefully curated offerings are sure to delight your palate and transport you to the heart of Indian tea culture.

Our chefs at Tharavadu meticulously blend the freshest tomato, black pepper, cumin, and other fragrant spices to create a harmonious balance of flavors that perfectly complement the richness of our succulent prawns.

Our skilled chefs expertly blend lentils with the therapeutic drumstick vegetable and enhance its flavors with a touch of ripe tomatoes, fragrant garlic, aromatic coriander, and subtle hints of black pepper.

A crunchy South Indian snack made with hand-picked lentils, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs. Our perfectly rounded doughnuts are fried to a crisp, golden perfection and served with a delectable coconut chutney and sambhar.

Indulge in the rich and diverse flavors of India with one of the most sought after dish of India - featuring freshly produced paneer - a delectable cottage cheese. Sautéed to perfection with aromatic spices sourced from the land of spices, our paneer is complemented with a medley of onions, peppers, and tomatoes.

Indulge in the dynamic flavors of Kaai Chat, a delightful dish showcasing the vibrant Kerala style chat. This exquisite creation comprises crispy deep-fried plantain slices, combined with fluffy puffed rice and yogurt. Adorned with a delightful medley of crushed spices, mint chutney, and zesty tamarind chutney, every bite presents a perfect fusion of sweetness, spiciness, and tanginess, culminating in a harmonious burst of flavours.

The dish is made by cooking succulent pieces of chicken in a thick, flavorful gravy made with peppers, onion, and ground Kerala spices. The gravy is rich and aromatic, with a perfect balance of heat and tanginess.

Experience the bold and flavorful taste of Kerala’s iconic street food with our signature beef dish, expertly crafted with sautéed onions, fragrant curry leaves, and a blend of freshly ground spices and coconut slivers.

Embark on a culinary journey with our seafood platter, expertly crafted to showcase a harmonious blend of flavors and cooking techniques. Indulge in a variety of batter-fried squid, perfectly grilled prawns, crispy fried fish, and savory mussels - each element offering a unique texture and flavor profile.

Our fish fillet is marinated with a blend of aromatic spices, adding a burst of unique and delightful flavor to the dish. The careful marination process perfectly complements the natural taste of the fish, elevating it to new levels of culinary excellence.

Transport yourself to the stunning Cherai beach shacks of Cochin with our squid rings appetizer, a popular snack that will tantalize your taste buds. Delight in crispy deep-fried squid rings expertly marinated with a blend of aromatic spices, commonly used in the Kerala region of India.

King prawns are carefully coated with a special spice blend, traditionally made by Keralan fishermen’s families. The carefully selected and ground spices impart a distinct and mouthwatering flavor to the prawns, enhancing their natural taste.

Indulge in the rich and flavorful taste of our Masala Dosa, a beloved South Indian specialty. Crafted from a unique blend of rice batter and lentils, this fermented pancake is filled with a delicious potato masala.

Discover the signature dish of the Tharavadu family, our delectable Chicken Dosa. Savor the flavors of our pancakes made from a unique blend of rice and lentils, filled with tender chicken and an array of aromatic spices.

Indulge in the flavors of Kerala’s coastal region with our Prawn curry, a beloved local dish. Our succulent prawns are cooked to perfection in a special sauce made from ground spices, including fresh coconut, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, tomato, and curry leaves, all complemented by the tanginess of cocum (fish tamarind).

Relish in the exquisite flavors of Kerala with our signature dish, the Fish Curry to Order. Made from a unique blend of freshly ground spices, including the tangy cocum (fish tamarind), this authentic fisherman’s family recipe is sure to delight your taste buds.

Soft shell crab, cooked to perfection with Tharavadu’s homemade spice blend and coconut-infused sauce. The spices and coconut complement the delicate sweetness of the crab meat, creating a rich and flavorful sauce that is simply irresistible.

A beloved Kerala delicacy, this dish is a must-try for seafood enthusiasts. Featuring carefully selected seasonal fish fillets, the dish is first marinated and then coated with a unique sauce and grilled. It is then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed to perfection.

Grilled boneless sea bass fillets, marinated to perfection and served in a flavourful sauce made from a blend of coconut and tomato. Accompanied by fragrant methi potatoes, this dish is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.

Tender chicken cubes are simmered to perfection in a sumptuous sauce made from roasted coconut, fragrant spices, and a hint of fiery heat. This medium-spicy and rich gravy pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or fresh Kerala paratha for a truly satisfying meal.

This Kerala-style chicken dish is a favorite in Wayanad, where fresh black pepper is readily available. The dish consists of marinated grilled chicken that is cooked with fresh green peppercorns and a blend of home-ground spices and coconut.

Spoil yourself in the quintessential Malabar delicacy, the heavenly biryani, a must-have at weddings and special events. Our flavorful biryani features succulent chicken cooked with aromatic basmati rice and a blend of spices that will tantalize your taste buds.

Tender boneless lamb cubes are cooked to perfection in a fresh spinach and a unique Kerala sauce, creating a flavour explosion that will leave you wanting more.

Fresh lamb chops are marinated with Kerala spices and grilled, then served with toasted vegetables, fresh coconut, and a Chef’s secret sauce. The result is a bold and flavorful dish that’s sure to impress.

Koottu Curry is a delicious and wholesome South Indian dish made with a locally available mix of vegetables, cooked with black pepper, fresh coconut, ginger, garlic, and green chillies.

Tender aubergines are cooked to perfection in a flavourful blend of onions, aromatic coriander seeds, and spicy chillies before being smothered in a velvety cashew nut sauce.

Lightly spiced creamy tomato sauce infused with homemade cottage cheese and peas, creating a delectable dish that will tantalize your taste buds.

This dish features black chickpeas and peas cooked in a roasted coconut sauce with Kerala spices. The result is a creamy and flavorful vegetarian dish that’s high in protein and nutrition.

Green Moong Dal and locally available Butternut Squash are cooked with freshly ground Kerala spices, resulting in a delicious and wholesome dish.

Indulge in the delightful combination of mixed bell peppers and fragrant Keralan spices, blended with boiled potatoes to create a hearty and satisfying dish.

The feast is usually prepared by men, particularly for weddings and other special occasions where a large quantity of food is required. At Tharavadu, we serve Sadya as a three-course meal that begins with soup and is followed by seven different curries and side dishes selected by the chefs, along with rice and bread for the main course.

Sadya is a traditional feast of various dishes that is typically served on a banana leaf in Kerala. The Malayalam word Sadya means banquet. The feast is usually prepared by men, particularly for weddings and other special occasions where a large quantity of food is required.

Enjoy the wholesome goodness of fresh spinach and toor dal cooked to perfection in a flavourful blend of garlic, onion, and tomatoes, seasoned with fragrant curry leaves and tempered with aromatic mustard seeds.

Fresh okra cooked with mustard, onion, and fresh coconut.

Boiled eggs are cooked in a tomato-based gravy that is infused with aromatic spices, such as coriander and turmeric. The gravy is also made with coconut milk, which gives the dish a creamy and rich texture.

Plain white basmati rice

Lemon rice is a dish made with cooked rice, which is then tossed with a mixture of lemon juice, fresh curry leaves, cashew nuts, mustard seeds, and dried red chillies.

Coconut Rice, a popular South Indian dish where cooked rice is mixed with grated coconut, urad dal (white lentils), cashew nuts, and curry leaves, giving it a nutty and crunchy texture with a mild coconut flavour.

It is made from a fermented batter of rice and coconut milk, which is cooked in a special pan to create a crispy, lacy edge and a soft, fluffy center.

Kerala Paratha is a popular street food in Kerala, made with a dough of plain flour, oil, ghee, and water that is beaten into thin layers and rolled into a round bread.

Poori bread is a deep-fried Indian bread made from unleavened wheat flour dough.

It is made with finely milled whole wheat flour, water, and salt. The dough is kneaded and rolled into thin, circular discs, which are then cooked on a hot griddle or tawa until they puff up and get slightly charred.