Le Petit Indien

Name: Le Petit Indien
Address: Paris
Price range: €0.5 - €40

Original Indian restaurant offering authentic cuisine with traditional dishes like curries, tandooris, and biryanis. Located in Paris, it offers a wide selection of menus and specialties.

★ 3.9 (234)

Lassi

Indian drink made from yogurt and milk

Plain, Salty, or Sweet Lassi

Lassi Nature ou Salé ou Sucré

Traditional Indian drink made from beaten yogurt. Creamy and refreshing texture, comparable to a yogurt smoothie. Best enjoyed chilled to soothe the heat of spices.

€3.50~ ≈ $4.00

Banana, Mango, or Rose Lassi

Lassi Banane ou Mangue ou Rose

Yogurt-based drink flavored with fruits or rose. Sweet, fruity, and creamy. Ideal as a dessert or to accompany a spicy meal.

€4~ ≈ $5.00

Avocado Lassi

Lassi Avocat

Rich and velvety version of lassi prepared with fresh avocado. Very creamy texture and delicate taste. A nourishing and original drink.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Drinks

Orangina 33cl

Sparkling orange soda with pulp. Sweet and fruity taste.

€1.90 ≈ $2.00

Ice-Tea

Sweet and refreshing iced tea, usually flavored with peach or lemon.

€1.90 ≈ $2.00

Sprite

Sparkling lemon and lime soda. Clear, fizzy, and sweet.

€1.90 ≈ $2.00

Coca Cola / Zero / Light 33cl

Coca Cola / Zéro / Light 33cl

Famous American cola soda. Available in classic, sugar-free, or light versions.

€1.90~ ≈ $2.00

Evian 50cl

Still natural mineral water from the French Alps. Pure and refreshing.

€1.90 ≈ $2.00

Perrier 33cl

Sparkling natural mineral water. Intense bubbles and neutral taste.

€1.90 ≈ $2.00

Mango Juice

Jus de Mangue

Mango fruit juice. Thick texture, very sweet and exotic taste.

€2.50 ≈ $3.00

Kingfisher Beer 33cl

Biere Kingfisher 33cl

The most popular Indian lager beer. Light, golden, and refreshing, it perfectly complements spicy dishes.

€3.90 ≈ $5.00

Wines & Champagne

VDP Saint Tropez Gris

Rosé

Rosé wine from the Saint-Tropez region. Fresh, fruity, and light, ideal for summer.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Cote de Provence

Rosé

Classic dry rosé wine from Provence. With notes of citrus and red fruits.

€20 ≈ $23.00

Touraine Sauvignon

White

Dry white wine from the Loire Valley. Lively, aromatic with mineral and floral notes.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Petit Chablis

White

Renowned white Burgundy wine. Dry, light, and very fresh with a nice acidity.

€36 ≈ $42.00

Faugeres, Michel Roudier

Red

Languedoc red wine. Full-bodied, with aromas of ripe fruits and spices.

€18 ≈ $21.00

Château Haute La Pointe

Red

Bordeaux red wine. Structured, with present tannins and woody notes.

€23 ≈ $27.00

Chinon Grande Réserve

Red

Loire red wine made from Cabernet Franc. Fruity, with notes of bell pepper and red fruits.

€20 ≈ $23.00

Casa de Compo (Chilean Wine)

Casa de Compo (Vin de Chili)

Red

Chilean red wine. Generous, sunny, and often marked by notes of black fruits.

€23 ≈ $27.00

Charles Montaigne

Champagne

Sparkling wine from Champagne. Festive, with fine bubbles and an elegant flavor.

€27 ≈ $31.00

Jacquart

Champagne

Renowned Champagne house. A balanced and refined sparkling wine for special occasions.

€40 ≈ $46.00

Salads

Raita

yogurt with cucumbers, tomatoes, and various spices

Fresh accompaniment made of yogurt mixed with raw vegetables and spices. Creamy and crunchy texture. Ideal for mellowing spicy dishes.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Chicken Salad

Salade de poulet

grilled chicken, green salad, tomato, cucumber.

Mixed salad with grilled chicken pieces (often tikka). Fresh and light, served with crunchy vegetables.

€6.90 ≈ $8.00

Shrimp Avocado Salad

Salade de crevettes-avocat

shrimp, avocado, green salad, tomato, cucumber.

Fresh salad combining the creaminess of avocado and the marine flavor of shrimp. Served on a bed of greens.

€7.90 ≈ $9.00

Plain salad

Salade nature

(Garnish) tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce

Simple mix of fresh vegetables (lettuce, tomato, cucumber). Lightly seasoned, it brings freshness to the meal.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Indian Bread

Chapati

unleavened whole wheat flour flatbread

Traditional flatbread made from whole wheat flour. Thin and soft texture, cooked on a griddle. Eaten by tearing off pieces to scoop up food.

€2.20 ≈ $3.00

Plain Naan

Nan Nature

Leavened bread baked in a tandoor oven. Soft inside and slightly crispy outside. The essential accompaniment to saucy dishes.

€2.20 ≈ $3.00

Garlic Naan

Nan à l'Ail

Classic naan bread sprinkled with fresh chopped garlic and often coriander. Very fragrant and flavorful.

€3.20 ≈ $4.00

Onion Chili Naan

Nan Oignon Chili

Naan bread topped with onions and green chili. Spicy and zesty, for those who like a thrill.

€3.20 ≈ $4.00

Chocolate Naan

Nan Chocolat

leavened bread dough stuffed with chocolate

Dessert version of naan, filled with melted chocolate. Indulgent, warm, and soft.

€3.90 ≈ $5.00

Cheese Naan

Nan Fromage

leavened bread dough stuffed with cheese

The famous 'Cheese Naan'. Bread stuffed with melted cheese (like Laughing Cow). Melty and comforting.

€3.50 ≈ $4.00

House Naan

Nan Maison

leavened bread dough stuffed with meat, garlic, cheese

Naan bread generously filled with meat, garlic, and cheese. Very hearty, almost a meal in itself.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Keema Naan

Nan Keema

leavened bread dough stuffed with meat

Naan stuffed with spicy minced meat (often lamb or beef). Flavorful and filling.

€3.90 ≈ $5.00

Vegetable Naan

Nan Légumes

Naan filled with a spicy vegetable mixture. A flavorful vegetarian option.

€3.50 ≈ $4.00

Raisin and Cashew Nut Naan

Nan Raisin sec et Noix de cajou

Sweet and savory naan (Peshwari Naan), filled with dried fruits and nuts. Sweet and fragrant.

€3.50 ≈ $4.00

Papadum

crispy pancake with lentil flour and cumin seeds

Very thin lentil flatbread, crispy like a chip. Flavored with cumin. Often served as an appetizer with sauces.

€0.50 ≈ $1.00

Rice

Basmati Rice

Riz Basmati

fragrant plain rice

Long-grain rice, steamed. Naturally aromatic, light, and non-sticky.

€2.50 ≈ $3.00

Pilaf Rice

Riz Pilaho

fragrant rice with peas

Basmati rice sautéed with peas and mild spices. Tastier than plain rice.

€3.50 ≈ $4.00

House Rice

Riz Maison

fragrant rice with dried fruits

Basmati rice flavored with dried fruits (raisins, cashews). Adds a refined sweet and savory touch.

€4.90 ≈ $6.00

Saffron Rice

Riz au Safran

fragrant rice with saffron

Basmati rice cooked with saffron, which gives it a beautiful yellow color and a distinctive, delicate aroma.

€3.90 ≈ $5.00

Chickens

Rice not included

Chicken Madras

Poulet Madras

spicy sauce

Chicken curry originating from South India. Zesty red sauce, rich in spices and chili. For lovers of spicy dishes.

€9.50 ≈ $11.00

Chicken Curry

Poulet au Curry

The classic chicken curry. Meat pieces simmered in a golden sauce with traditional spices (turmeric, cumin, coriander). Moderately spicy.

€9.50 ≈ $11.00

Chicken Kormas

Poulet Kormas

made with fresh cream, cashews, and raisins

Very mild and creamy dish. Chicken is cooked in a rich white sauce with cream, cashews, and sometimes dried fruits. Mildly spiced.

€9.90 ≈ $11.00

Chicken Vindaloo

Poulet Vindaloo

slightly spicy with potatoes

Curry originating from Goa, known for being spicy and tangy. Prepared here with potatoes.

€9.90 ≈ $11.00

Chicken Palak

Poulet Palak

with spinach and spicy sauce

Chicken cooked with chopped spinach and spices (Saag Chicken). Green sauce, healthy and tasty.

€9.90 ≈ $11.00

Jaffary Chicken

Poulet Jaffary

sautéed with onions and peppers

Chicken dish sautéed with crunchy vegetables (peppers, onions) in a semi-thick spicy sauce.

€10.50 ≈ $12.00

Chicken Makhani

Poulet Makhani

grilled chicken with cumin seed sauce

Close to Butter Chicken. Tender chicken in a rich, buttery sauce flavored with cumin. Very creamy.

€10.50 ≈ $12.00

Butter Chicken

grilled boneless chicken thigh with butter sauce

A great classic. Marinated and grilled chicken simmered in a creamy, mild tomato and butter sauce. Rich and not very spicy.

€10.50 ≈ $12.00

Chicken Tikka Masala

Poulet Tikka Massala

spicy sauce with tomato, peppers, and onions

Grilled chicken pieces (Tikka) served in a creamy, spicy tomato sauce with peppers and onions. The most famous Indian dish in the world.

€10.90 ≈ $13.00

Chicken with Eggplant

Poulet à l'Aubergines

chicken curry with grilled eggplant

Original combination of chicken and tender eggplant in a fragrant curry sauce.

€11.90 ≈ $14.00

Chicken with Lentils

Poulet aux Lentilles

Chicken simmered with lentils (Dhansak). A complete dish, rich in protein and flavor.

€10.90 ≈ $13.00

Biryani

Rice simmered with various spices and curry sauce, a complete meal

Vegetable Biryani

Biryani Légumes

Basmati rice dish simmered with a mix of vegetables and aromatic spices (cardamom, cinnamon). Served with a sauce.

€9.90 ≈ $11.00

Chicken Biryani

Biryani Poulet

Basmati rice cooked in a sealed pot with chicken pieces and fragrant spices. A festive and complete dish.

€11.90 ≈ $14.00

Beef Biryani

Biryani Boeuf

Beef version of the famous spicy rice. Tender meat and fragrant rice cooked together.

€12.90 ≈ $15.00

Lamb Biryani

Biryani Agneau

Basmati rice simmered with tender lamb pieces. Rich and deep flavor thanks to the spices.

€13.50 ≈ $16.00

Shrimp Biryani

Biryani Crevettes

Spicy rice cooked with shrimp. Delicious combination of seafood and Indian spices.

€13.50 ≈ $16.00

House Biryani

Biryani Maison

assortment of lamb, chicken, shrimp, vegetables simmered with rice and various spices

The royal biryani. A generous mix of meats (chicken, lamb) and shrimp with fragrant rice.

€14.90 ≈ $17.00

Fried Rice

Fried rice with grilled vegetables, omelet, and various spices, a complete meal

Vegetables

Légumes

Indian-style wok-fried rice with vegetables and spices. Similar to fried rice but spicier.

€10.90 ≈ $13.00

Chicken

Poulet

Fried rice with chicken pieces, omelet, and vegetables.

€12.90 ≈ $15.00

Shrimp

Crevettes

Fried rice with shrimp and spices. Flavorful and hearty.

€14.90 ≈ $17.00

Lamb

Agneau

Fried rice with lamb pieces. Rich in flavor.

€14.90 ≈ $17.00

Fritters

Chickpea flour fritters

Onion Bhaji

Oignon Badji

Onion fritters in slices coated with chickpea flour batter and fried. Crispy and golden.

€3.90 ≈ $5.00

Potato Bhaji

Pomme de terre Badji

Fried potato rings in batter. Soft inside, crispy outside.

€3.90 ≈ $5.00

Eggplant Bhaji

Aubergines Badji

Eggplant fritters. Frying makes the eggplant very tender.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Paneer Bhaji

Panner Badji

Indian cheese fritters

Paneer fritters (firm Indian cheese). Mild and substantial.

€6.50 ≈ $8.00

Mix Pakora

Assortment of various vegetable fritters (pakoras). Ideal for tasting a bit of everything.

€5.90 ≈ $7.00

Shrimp Bhaji

Crevette Badji

Spicy and fried shrimp fritters. Crispy and tasty.

€7.90 ≈ $9.00

Mix Bhaji

Mix Badji

mix of onion, eggplant, potato, shrimp fritters

Large assortment of various fritters, including shrimp. Perfect for sharing as a starter.

€8.90 ≈ $10.00

Meat Samosa

Samosa Viande

minced meat fritters with peas

Fried triangular pastries stuffed with spicy minced meat and peas. Crispy and fragrant.

€5.90 ≈ $7.00

Vegetable Samosa

Samosa Légumes

vegetable fritters with peas

Fried triangular pastries stuffed with a mixture of potatoes, peas, and spices. A classic of Indian street food.

€5.50 ≈ $6.00

Rolls

minced beef and potato roll

Fried rolls stuffed with minced beef and spicy potatoes. Crispy texture.

€5.50 ≈ $6.00

Tuna Cutlet

Cutlet au Thon

tuna and potato fritters

Fried croquettes made with tuna, potatoes, and spices. Tender inside.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Grills

Sheekh Kebab

Sheekh Kabab

minced meat on a skewer, grilled with spices

Minced meat skewers (often lamb) mixed with herbs and spices, cooked in a tandoor. Juicy and very fragrant.

€7.90 ≈ $9.00

Lamb Tikka

Agneau Tikka

marinated lamb leg, grilled

Lamb pieces marinated in yogurt and spices, then grilled. Tender and slightly smoky.

€8.90 ≈ $10.00

Chicken Tikka

Poulet Tikka

marinated boneless chicken, grilled

Marinated chicken pieces (yogurt, red spices) grilled in a tandoor oven. A very popular starter.

€5.90 ≈ $7.00

Salmon Tikka

Saumon Tikka

marinated salmon, grilled

Salmon pieces marinated in Indian spices and grilled. Flavorful and spicy fish.

€8.90 ≈ $10.00

Chicken Tandoori

Poulet Tandoori

marinated chicken thigh, grilled

Whole chicken thigh marinated in yogurt and tandoori spices (red color), grilled at high temperature. Crispy skin and juicy flesh.

€5.90 ≈ $7.00

Tandoori Prawns

Gambas Tandoori

marinated prawns, grilled

Large marinated and grilled prawns. Smoky and spicy flavor.

€14.50 ≈ $17.00

Mix Grill

assortment of marinated grilled meat skewers: lamb, chicken tikka, chicken tandoori, prawns, sheekh kebab, fish

Large tasting platter featuring all the tandoor grilled specialties. Ideal for sharing and trying everything.

€13.50~ ≈ $16.00

Menus

Various menus including Starter, Main Course, and Dessert.

LUNCH MENU - €12

MENU MIDI - 12 €

served only at lunch. Starter, Choice of Main Course (served with basmati rice), Dessert.

Economical lunch set. Includes a starter, a main course served with basmati rice, and a dessert.

€12~ ≈ $14.00

MENU - €16

MENU - 16 €

Starter, Choice of Main Course (served with basmati rice), Dessert.

Standard full menu including a varied selection of starters, traditional saucy main courses, and Indian desserts.

€16~ ≈ $19.00

MENU - €23

MENU - 23 €

Starter, Choice of Main Course (served with cheese naan, plain naan, or garlic naan), Dessert.

Gourmet menu offering the best dishes from the menu. Includes a choice of naan (bread) to accompany the meal, as well as a wide selection of desserts.

€23~ ≈ $27.00

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