Tava Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Tava Restaurant, a hidden gem located on Castle St, Holt, Wrexham. This exceptional establishment offers a flavorful journey through Indian cuisine, catering to diverse palates.
The menu is a vibrant tapestry of traditional delights and culinary innovations. Diners rave about the expertly crafted Lamb Naga Curry, a standout dish that reflects the chef's mastery in balancing spices. Customers like Nick J have praised the varied main courses, ensuring satisfaction for every taste preference.
- Signature dishes: From chef’s specialties to classic curries and delectable balti options.
- Warm ambiance: A calm and pleasant atmosphere enhances the dining experience.
- Exceptional service: Friendly staff ensure a memorable visit every time.
With each visit, Tava Restaurant proves to be a culinary delight, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
BIRYANI DISHES
Chicken Biryani
Cooked with Basmati rice, pure Indian butter, oriental spices. Served with vegetable curry side dish, garnished with omelette.
Lamb Biryani
Cooked with Basmati rice, pure Indian butter, oriental spices. Served with vegetable curry side dish, garnished with omelette.
Prawn Biryani
Cooked with Basmati rice, pure Indian butter, oriental spices. Served with vegetable curry side dish, garnished with omelette.
Vegetable Biryani
Cooked with Basmati rice, pure Indian butter, oriental spices. Served with vegetable curry side dish, garnished with omelette.
Chicken Tikka Biryani
Cooked with Basmati rice, pure Indian butter, oriental spices. Served with vegetable curry side dish, garnished with omelette.
Special Biryani
Cooked with Basmati rice, pure Indian butter, oriental spices. Served with vegetable curry side dish, garnished with omelette. (Chicken, Lamb, Prawn & Vegetables)
Lamb Tikka Biryani
Cooked with Basmati rice, pure Indian butter, oriental spices. Served with vegetable curry side dish, garnished with omelette.
Mushroom Biryani
Cooked with Basmati rice, pure Indian butter, oriental spices. Served with vegetable curry side dish, garnished with omelette.
King Prawn Biryani
Cooked with Basmati rice, pure Indian butter, oriental spices. Served with vegetable curry side dish, garnished with omelette.
Bengal Duck
Medium curry with chunks of capsicum, onions and tomato.
Khushboo (Mild)
Aromatic creamy thick sauce with onions, coconut, and almonds.
DUCK DISHES
VEGETABLE SIDES
Vegetable Bhaji
Bombay Aloo (Potato)
Sag Ponir (Spinach & Cheese)
Mushroom Bhaji
Aloo Gobi (Potato & Cauliflower)
Tarka Dhal (Lentils)
Channa Bhaji (Chick Peas)
Sag Bhaji (Spinach)
Sag Aloo (Spinach & Potato)
Brinjal Bhaji (Aubergine)
Bindi Bhaji (Okra)
Naan
All naan breads are made with self-raising flour
Cheese Naan
All naan breads are made with self-raising flour
Keema Naan (Minced Lamb)
All naan breads are made with self-raising flour
Chilli Naan Or Chilli Garlic Naan
All naan breads are made with self-raising flour
Peshwari Naan (Contains Almond & Honey)
All naan breads are made with self-raising flour
Chapati
All naan breads are made with self-raising flour
Garlic Naan
All naan breads are made with self-raising flour
NAAN BREADS
RICE
Plain Rice (Boiled Rice)
Pilau Rice (Cooked With Butter Ghee)
Keema Rice
Garlic Rice
Lemon Rice
Special Fried Rice (egg & peas)
Egg Rice
Coconut Rice (Coconut & sugar)
Mushroom Rice
Vegetable Rice
Roast Chicken With Chips
Served with chips & salad gamish
Fried Scampi With Chips
Served with chips & salad gamish
Chicken Omelette With Chips
Served with chips & salad gamish
Mushroom Omelette With Chips
Served with chips & salad gamish
Chicken Nuggets & Chips
Served with chips & salad gamish
ENGLISH DISHES
APPETISERS
Plain Papadom
Gluten Free
Spicy Papadom
Relishes
Each
All as a tray
Mint/Yoghurt Sauce, Mango Chutney, Onion Salad, Red Sauce & Chili Sauce
Mixed Starters
All served with salad and mint/yoghurt sauce. Chicken tikka, meat samosa & onion bhaji.
Pakora (Chicken)
Pakora is a fritter consist of chicken, onion, coated in gram flour.
Chicken or Lamb Tikka
Light spices fried in clarified butter with garlic & onions.
Garlic Chicken Tikka
Light spices fried in clarified butter with garlic & onions.
Tandoori Chicken
Tender pieces of spring chicken marinated in herbs & selected spices, grilled in charcoal clay oven.
Sheek Kebab
Minced lamb pungently spiced & barbecued in a clay oven.
Shammi Kebab
Specially fried lamb, finely minced & flavoured with spices & herbs.
King Prawn Tava
Chicken Chat (On puree)
Small pieces of chicken with chat massala & fresh lemon juice.
Stuffed Pepper (Chicken or Veg)
Cooked with authentic Indian spices, bay leaf cardamom, tomatoes & coriander.
King Prawn Butterfly
Whole giant king prawns delicately spiced & seasoned, then deep fried to a crispy bread.
Prawn Puree
Well spiced & cooked in a thick, slightly hot sauce, served on a thin, deep fried bread.
Mixed Kebab
Consist of chicken Jamb tikka & sheek kebab
Mulligatawny Soup (V)
(Traditional Indian curried soup)
Samosa (Meat or Vegetable)
Prawn Cocktail
Onion Bhaji (V)
Variety of fresh mixed vegetables, deep fried with gram flour.
Bangkok Spring Rolls (V) (Vegetables)
Vegetarian Mix (V)
(Veg. samosa, onion bhaji & spring rolls)
STARTERS
TANDOORI DISHES
Tandoori Chicken (Half)
All tandoori dishes are barbecued in a day oven Served dry with salad and mint sauce. Marinated in yoghurt & fresh spices, cooked in the day oven.
Chicken Or Lamb Tikka
Diced chicken or lamb marinated with mixed spices and cooked in the clay oven.
Tandoori Mixed Grill
An assortment of tandoori dishes consisting of chicken, chicken tikka, sheek kebab & lamb tikka.
Tandoori King Prawn
Mildly spiced large king prawns, grilled over the charcoal oven & served with salad.
Garlic Chicken Tikka
Chicken with onion, tomatoes, peppers, special herbs & lots of garlic.
Tandoori King Prawn Shashlick
4 Large Pieces Succulent king prawns mildly marinated & barbecued in the tandoori oven.
Chicken Shashlick
Tender pieces of chicken marinated in a sauce made with the chef's own recipe & barbecued over flaming charcoal clay oven, griled with fresh tomatoes, capsicum & onions. A dish highly recommended.
Balti Vegetable
A medium curry with tomato, onions, fenugreek leaves & various spices.
Balti Chicken
A medium curry with tomato, onions, fenugreek leaves & various spices.
Balti Lamb
A medium curry with tomato, onions, fenugreek leaves & various spices.
Balti Chicken Tikka
A medium curry with tomato, onions, fenugreek leaves & various spices.
Balti Prawn Or Tiger Prawn
A medium curry with tomato, onions, fenugreek leaves & various spices.
Balti King Prawn
A medium curry with tomato, onions, fenugreek leaves & various spices.
Balti Lamb Tikka
A medium curry with tomato, onions, fenugreek leaves & various spices.
Balti Chicken Tikka Massala
A medium curry with tomato, onions, fenugreek leaves & various spices.
BALTI DISHES
CHEF'S SPECIALITIES
Chicken Tikka Tava
(Chicken Tikka or Lamb Tikka) Tender pieces of chicken marinated in yoghurt & fresh herbs, cooked in a day oven. This dish is mild, sweet & delicate. Mango Flavour.
Lamb Tikka Tava
(Chicken Tikka or Lamb Tikka) Tender pieces of chicken marinated in yoghurt & fresh herbs, cooked in a day oven. This dish is mild, sweet & delicate. Mango Flavour.
King Prawn Tava
(Chicken Tikka or Lamb Tikka) Tender pieces of chicken marinated in yoghurt & fresh herbs, cooked in a day oven. This dish is mild, sweet & delicate. Mango Flavour.
Mango Rose
(Chicken Tikka or Lamb Tikka) Tender pieces of chicken marinated in yoghurt & fresh herbs, cooked in a day oven. This dish is mild, sweet & delicate. Mango Flavour.
Mr. Naga
(Chicken, lamb or prawns) The taste and flavour is very unique obtained from the chilli pickle called Naga. Choose to have Madras Hot or Vindaloo Hot
Nawabi Lamb
Lamb shank thoroughly cooked in Medium, bhuna style sauce
Badami
Chicken or Lamb Medium to mild, cooked with ghee, coconut, almonds, & peanut butter.
Methi Chicken
Chicken tikka with spinach and methi leaves, served sizzling.
Satkora Special
Chicken or Lamb Chicken, lamb or prawn This is a Bangladeshi vegetable often people put with chicken or lamb to give a very unique tangy taste.
Tikka Zafrani
Mild creamy thick sauce with coconuts, almonds & baby leaf, cardamom & apricots
Chicken Dish
An exquisite hot & spicy chicken prepared with chef's special spices
Chicken Chat with Puri
Small pieces of chicken with chat massala, chunks of onion & capsicum
Murgi Masala
Tandoori chicken cooked in a medium sauce with boiled egg & minced lamb.
Chingri Dish
(King prawn) 4 Large Pieces An exquisite hot & spicy king prawn prepared with chef's special spices, decorated with a range of herbs.
Massala
A special red sauce that has been created by our chef by blending a number of fresh ingredients together to create the special flavour that it is
Jalfrezi
Slightly hot. Contains green chilli.
Chilli Massala
Hot, bhuna style. Contains green chilli & red massala sauce
Passanda
Cooked in a creamy sauce with white wine & yoghurt. Contains almond powder.
Garlic Dishes
Medium, bhuna style & lots of diced garlic.
Razala
Medium strength Bhuna style thick sauce, contains minced lamb, potato and lots of chopped onions
Achari
Medium strength Bhuna style thick sauce, contains chopped onions and mixed pickle to produce a tangy taste.
Maknee
Very mild spices, fairly dry, topped with butter.
Korai
Medium strength, contains chunks of pepper & onion
Chicken Tikka
Lamb Tikka (Tandoori cooked lamb)
Lamb (Tender soft lamb pieces)
Prawn Or Tiger Prawn
King Prawn
Vegetable (V)
Mixed Special
Chicken tikka, lamb tikka, prawn, king prawn & vegetables
Methi Gost
Lamb with spinach and methi leaves, served sizzling
Ginger Chicken
Chicken tikka cooked in medium spice and lots of fresh ginger.
Bhindi Bhuna
Chicken or lamb cooked with okra, medium spiced
Prawn Dall Sag
Prawn cooked in bhuna style, medium spiced with lentils spinach.
CHEF'S DELICACY DISHES
FISH DISHES
Fish Bhuna
A medium strength curry, fairly dry & moist thick sauce.
Fish Jalfrezi
Slightly hot. Contains green chilli, onions & pepper.
Fish Chilli Massala
Hot, bhuna style. Contains green chilli & red massala sauce.
Chicken
Curry (The traditional basic curry, served at medium strength.
Chicken Tikka
Curry (The traditional basic curry, served at medium strength.
Lamb
Curry (The traditional basic curry, served at medium strength.
Lamb Tikka (Tandoori cooked lamb)
Curry (The traditional basic curry, served at medium strength.
Prawn Or Tiger Prawn
Curry (The traditional basic curry, served at medium strength.
King Prawn
Curry (The traditional basic curry, served at medium strength.
Vegetable (V)
Curry (The traditional basic curry, served at medium strength.
Mixed Special
(Chicken, Lamb, Prawn, King Prawn & Vegetable). Curry (The traditional basic curry, served at medium strength.
Malayan
Very mild, creamy sauce with pineapple. No spice.
Kurma
Mild creamy sauce. Contains no spice.
Rogon
Medium Bhuna style with mashed tomatoes on top.
Bhuna
A medium strength curry, fairly dry & moist thick sauce.
Dupiaza
Medium. Contains chunks of onions and green peppers..
Sagwalla
Medium, cooked with spinach, garlic, herbs & spice
Dansak
Sweet, sour & fairly hot cooked with lentils.
Pathia
Sweet, Sour & fairly hot, Bhuna style sauce.
Madras
Hot, smooth sauce, prepared with chill, garlic, lemon juice.
Vindaloo
Very hot dishes in a smooth sauce.
Ceylon
Very very hot curry in a smooth sauce.