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FOREIGN RETURN PLATES
Rumour has it Indian food tastes even better when eaten with your fingers; and who are we to disagree? These plates celebrate forever favourites. Our Chefs take on classics, and quintessential dishes we love.
$22
Raj Kachori (NF, V)
Semolina shell, chickpea-potato, sweet yoghurt, tamarind, sev, sprouts, bhalla
$22
Raj Kachori, meaning "royal kachori," – a royal treat once fit for kings, now a feast of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavours.
$22
Padma Chops (GF, DF, V)
Waterchestnut- lotustem chops, chilli tamrind lemongrass chutney and gari
$22
Through ancient maritime trade and Buddhist migration, India and Thailand shared lemongrass and lotus traditions—now reunited at Foreign Return in a single crisp bite.
$22
Sweet Potato & Avocado Ki Chaat (GF, NF, DF, V)
Sweet potato, jalapenos, avocado, chickpea crème, onion, coriander, spice mix
$22
Chaat – a timeless Indian classic, named for its lick-worthy flavours! Our Sweet Potato & Avocado version adds a bold, modern twist.
$26
Murgi Sukka (NV, GF, NF)
Punjabi chicken tikka, bravas sauce, amla launji
$26
A tribute to Asia’s Grand Trunk Road, connecting Afghanistan to Bangladesh for trade & travel, this smoky Punjabi chicken tikka meets Spanish bravas & sweet-sour amla launji.
$25
Prawn Koli's-wada (GF, NF, DF, NV)
Prawns, spices, golden fried, curry leaf
$25
Koliwada-style – a seafood legacy crafted by Mumbai’s oldest fishing community.
$26
Bihari Kabab (NV, NF)
Flash seared lamb, turkish bread, charmoula sauce
$26
A smoky Bihari kebab, brought to Pakistan by migrants after Partition in 1947, is reimagined at Foreign Return with Australian lamb.
$26
Puli Munchi Prawn Toast (NF, DF, NV)
Mangalorean tadka, onions, spiced tamarind gel
$26
Crisp Mangalorean puli munchi prawn toast with spicy tamarind glaze—fiery, tangy, addictive flavours in a modern coastal avatar.
SMOKY TANDOOR & GRILL
$25
Achipur ki Caulini (V, NF, DF, GF)
Stir fried caulilini, garlic flakes, fried red chilli
$25
A tribute to Achipur, India’s oldest Chinese settlement, this wok-charred Caulilini blends garlic, chilli & heritage.
$26
Panca Spice Panir (V, NF, GF)
In house 5 spice marinated paneer, plum & chilli sauce, pickled cucumber
$26
For centuries, India–China trade routes exchanged silk, porcelain & tea for spices, cotton & gems. Our chefs’ 5-spice mix thoughtfully balances these flavours.
$28
Stone Town Chicken Kebab, Onion Capers Sauce. (NV, NF, GF)
East african spice roast chicken, onion caper sauce, pineapple salsa
$28
Born from Indian Ocean trade, Stone Town Chicken reflects Zanzibar’s spice-rich culinary legacy shaped by Indian merchants.
$36
Devil's Lamb Chops (NF, DF, NV)
Chilli marinade, anardana jus, pumpkin chokha
$36
Indian & Korean cuisines – a fiery fusion of spice, tangy and bold flavours.
$34
Patrani Macchi, Ananas Creme (GF, NF, DF, NV)
Fish steak, mustard seeds, herb paste, pineapple, coconut milk
$34
Sous vide fish with coastal herbs and pineapple sauce, balancing delicate aromatics and tropical sweetness.
$27
Hara Lasan ka Keema with Pav (NV, NF)
Bhori style keema, fried egg, brioche pav
$27
A Dawoodi Bohra winter classic blending Gujarati, Persian & Yemeni influences, reimagined with soft brioche pav.
CURRY CLASSICS
$28
Phaldari Kofta (GF, V)
A modern twist on malai kofta: spiced vegetable croquettes served in a fragrant rich gravy.
$28
A modern twist on malai kofta: spiced vegetable croquettes served in a fragrant rich gravy.
$26
Himachali Khatta Aloo Trio (V, GF, NF)
3 textured potatoes, tangy curry
$26
Native to Jammu & Kashmir, anardana transforms Himachali potatoes cooked three ways into a bold, flavourful melody.
$25
Nagauri Dal (V, GF, NF, DF)
Bengal gram and whole red lentil, jaggery, chilli tadka
$25
Rooted in Nagaur’s desert cuisine, this slow-cooked dal balances jaggery’s sweetness with a fiery red chilli tadka.
$32
Dilli Ka Butter Chicken (GF, NV)
Tandoori chicken, tomato ragout, fenugreek leaves, butter
$32
Butter Chicken – born in Delhi’s Moti Mahal restaurant, now a global icon of rich, creamy indulgence.
$36
Golichina Mamsam (NV, GF, DF, NF)
Tender braised mutton, fiery spices, tomato uragaya
$36
Rooted in Andhra’s fiery cuisine, Golichina Mamsam slow-braises mutton with roasted spices, finished with tangytomato uragaya.
$34
Madras Lamb (GF, DF, NF, NV)
Lamb, madras curry, whole spices, coconut
$34
Madras Curry – a British-era spice trade legacy, now reborn in our authentic lamb rendition.
$36
Nabha Ki Fish Curry (NV, GF, DF, NF)
Fish steak, onion tomato curry, crispy lotus stem.
$36
A Jammu–Nabha culinary exchange brought lotus stem to Punjab, inspiring this rustic fish curry finished with crispy lotus stem.
$36
Meen Pollichathu (GF, DF, NF, NV)
Fish steak, kerala style onion tomato gravy, tamarind, curry leaf
$36
Aromatic marinated fish, grilled to perfection, capturing the essence of Kerala’s coastal flavors.
$36
Canard Kari (GF, DF, CE)
Sous vide duck, puducherry kari, microherbs
$36
A tribute to Puducherry’s Tamil–French culinary heritage, this tender sous-vide duck meets a spiced kari and fresh microherbs.
LOST RECIPES
Deliciously uncommon recipes from far of Indian towns and villages, packed with a heady mix of spices, flavours and memories.
$26
Marwar Sabz Mela (GF, NF, DF, V)
Seasonal vegetables, onion yoghurt gravy, masalas, lemon juice
$26
A Marwari-style mixed vegetable curry, typically rich, spicy, cooked in onion, chillies, yoghurt gravy.
$26
Bharli Vangi (GF, DF, V)
Eggplant, vangi masala, peanut, toasted sesame
$26
A lost Maharashtrian gem, revived at FR with a forgotten Solapur recipe, bringing tradition back to the table.
$28
Bharuchi Masala पneer (V, GF)
Golden fried cottage cheese, robust onion tomato curry, khatta meetha dust
$28
Rooted in Bharuch’s Parsi–Gujarati heritage, this vegetarian dish brings centuries of shared culinary tradition to life through Bharuchi masala.
$28
Khorisa Greens Tarkari (V, GF, DF, NF)
Seasonal leafy greens, bamboo shoot, coriander.
$28
Rooted in Assamese tradition, this light broth with seasonal greens and bamboo shoots pays tribute to generations of homemade Khorisa.
$34
Kholapuri Kombडi (NV, GF, DF, NF)
On bone chicken, in-house spice paste, coconut, garlic
$34
Chicken simmered in Kolhapur’s kombdi rassa, known for its fierce red masala and cherished family recipes, brought to you by Foreign Return.
$36
Patiala Shahi Nalli (NF, NV)
Lamb Shank, chilli paste, in-house spice blend
$36
Slow-braised lamb shank with marrow in rich Punjabi gravy, inspired by Patiala’s royal kitchen.
SIDES
$4
Choice of Chutney
tamarind, mint, tomato, mango
$4
$4
Pickle
$4
$6
Tadka Dahi
$6
$6
Papad (4pcs)
$6
$6
Masala Onion
$6
$12
Vegetable Salad
$12
BREADS & RICE
$6
Tandoori Roti
$6
$6
Plain Naan
$6
$6
Butter Naan
$6
$7
Garlic Naan
$7
$9
Cheese Garlic Naan
$9
$9
Cheese Naan
$9
$6
Aged Basmati Rice
$6
$8
Unpolished Rice
$8
SPECIALITY BREAD
Indian breads were traditionally baked on hot pebbles in ancient Persia. The use of tandoor, naan, keema, and kebab was introduced by Delhi Sultans before the Mughals. The first recorded history of Indian breads dates back to 1300 AD in the notes of Indo-Persian poet Amir Kushrau.
$10
Chef's Gluten-free Vegan Bread
$10
$12
Smoked Chilli Cheese Naan
$12
$10
Fried Onion Kulcha (CE)
$10
$12
Quinoa Bread (GF)
$12
(V) - Vegetarian | (NV) - Non Vegetarian | (GF) - Gluten Free | (DF) - Dairy Free | (NF) - Nut Free | (CE) - Contains Egg | (CA) - Contains Alcohol
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*We cater for most dietary requirements. Whilst all reasonable efforts are taken to accommodate dietary needs, we cannot guarantee that our food will be allergen free. Prices and items are subject to seasonal changes.
Should your reservation date fall on a public holiday a surcharge of 15% will apply to all food and beverage prices.





