Masala Desi Cafe - Burlingame

Restaurant · IndianBurlingame

No dishes marked gluten free

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Starters

  • Vegetable Samosa$7.99

    Crispy vegetable turnovers with flavored potato and peas filling, served with chutneys.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists samosa): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Masala Fries$6.99

    Marinated sliced potato, fried and sprinkled with Indian spices.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Gobi Manchurian$12.99

    Cauliflower florets marinated with Indian spices and deep fried.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Chili Paneer$13.99

    Paneer cubes marinated with Indian spices, deep fried and tossed with a spicy sauce and peppers & onions.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists paneer): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Chili Idli$9.99

    Idli pieces tossed in taw with Indian spices and topped with special masala podi (powder) and chopped onion.

  • Samosa Chaat$11.99

    Mashed samosa served with spicy garbanzo beans, chutneys, onions and yogurt.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists samosa): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Alu Tikki Chaat$11.99

    Alu tikki patties topped with spicy garbanzo beans, chutneys, onions and yogurt.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Paneer Tikka Kebab$13.99

    Indian cottage cheese squared marinated in the traditional tandoori mix.

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, paneer): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Chicken Masakkali$14.99

    Slightly battered boneless chicken cubes tossed in house made sauce flavored with spices and curry leaves.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists battered): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists battered): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Chicken Manchurian$13.99

    Slightly battered boneless chicken cubes tossed Manchurian sauce.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists battered): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists battered): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Tandoori Chicken$15.99

    Bone-in chicken leg meat marinated overnight and cooked in clay oven.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Chicken Malai Kebab$15.99

    Chicken thigh chunks marinated in two steps process with special Indian spices cooked in clay oven.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists malai): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Lamb Pepper Fry$17.99

    Boneless lamb cubes marinated in special spices, cooked, and pan-fried with peppers and onions.

Curries

  • Butter Chicken Curry$15.99

    Tandoori chicken pieces pulled off the bone cooked in a luscious blend of cream and tomato sauce.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cream, butter, butter chicken): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Andhra Chicken Curry$14.99

    Cubes of succulent chicken cooked in a traditional brown gravy with herbs and spices.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists gravy): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Chicken Tikka Masala$15.99

    Chicken breast cubes tandoori oven roasted and cooked in a luscious blend of cream and tomato sauce.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cream): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Kadai Chicken Curry$14.99

    Succulent boneless chicken pieces cooked in tomato and onion sauce with sliced bell peppers and onions.

    Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Lamb Curry$19.99

    Boneless lamb chunks cooked in curry sauce with aromatic spices.

    Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Goat Curry$19.99

    Succulent cut of bone-in goat pieces cooked in the traditional rich curry sauce.

    Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Lamb Rogan Josh Curry$17.99

    Boneless lamb chunks cooked with a gravy based on tomato, browned onions, yogurt, garlic, ginger and aromatic spices.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists gravy): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists yogurt): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Lamb Vindaloo Curry$17.99

    Boneless lamb chunks cooked with potatoes in a tangy and spicy sauce.

    Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Paneer Butter Masala Curry$15.99

    Indian cottage cheese cubes cooked in tomato and creamy sauce. Also called as Paneer Makhani.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, paneer, creamy): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Palak Paneer Curry$15.99

    Spinach cooked in low flame with spices until consistency and add Paneer/Potato/Chana based on your selection.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists paneer): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Kadai Paneer Curry$15.99

    Indian cottage cheese cubes cooked in tomato and onion sauce with sliced bell peppers and onions.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, paneer): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Veg Korma Curry$14.99

    Assorted vegetables cooked in a creamy coconut sauce with spices.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists creamy, korma): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists korma): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Dal Makhani Curry$13.99

    Creamed lentils slow cooked and flavored with fresh ginger, garlic and rich blend of herbs and spices.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists makhani): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Chana Masala Curry$12.99

    Garbanzo beans cooked with finely chopped tomatoes and onions with Indian spices.

  • Andhra Dal Curry$12.99

    Split yellow lentils pureed to a smooth consistency and tempered with mild spices garnished with freshly chopped coriander.

Breads

  • Butter Naan$2.99

    Leavened wheat flour dough flattened, baked in oven and topped with butter.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists flour, wheat, naan): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists butter): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Plain Naan$2.99

    Leavened wheat flour dough flattened and baked in the oven.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists flour, wheat, naan): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Garlic Naan$3.99

    Leavened wheat flour dough flattened, topped with chopped garlic and baked in the oven.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists flour, wheat, naan): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Onion Kulcha Naan$4.99

    Traditional naan stuffed with finely chopped onions and baked in oven.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists naan): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Garlic Cheese Naan$4.99

    Traditional naan stuffed with cheese, topped with garlic and baked in the oven.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists naan): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Tandoori Roti$3.99

    Unleavened whole wheat flatbread baked in the oven.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists wheat, roti): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Chili Cheese Naan$4.99

    Traditional naan stuffed with cheese, topped with Serrano chili bites and baked in the oven.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists naan): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Chappathi$1.99

    Unleavened whole wheat thin bread heated on a griddle and cooked on an open flame.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread, wheat): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Bhature$5.99

    Leavened wheat flour dough is flattened and deep-fried until puffed. Served with raita.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists flour, wheat): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

Rice

  • Chicken Biryani$15.99

    Boneless chicken pieces marinated, cooked in curry sauce flavored with spices and mixed with flavored basmati rice. Served with raita.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Paneer Biryani$15.99

    Paneer cubes marinated, tossed in curry sauce flavored with spices and mixed with flavored basmati rice. Served with raita.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists paneer): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Lamb Biryani$18.99

    Boneless shoulder lamb pieces cooked curry sauce and mixed with flavored basmati rice. Served with raita.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Goat Biryani$18.99

    Succulent goat pieces with bone cooked in curry sauce and mixed with flavored basmati rice. Served with raita.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Veg Biryani$13.99

    Fresh cut vegetables marinated with special spices tossed in curry sauce flavored with spices and mixed with flavored basmati rice. Served…

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

  • Basmati Rice$3.99

    Steamed plain basmati rice.

  • Shrimp Biryani$16.99

    Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists shrimp): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (masaladesicafe.com)

What the menu saysWe offer Vegan and gluten-free options by request.
  • We offer Vegan and gluten-free options by request.
  • Menu items may contain or come into contact with MILK, WHEAT, EGGS, PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, FISH, SOYBEANS and GLUTEN. For more information, please speak with the manager.

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Restaurant

Facts

Facts
FactDetail
Address321 Primrose Rd, Burlingame, 94010
AreaPeninsula
KindRestaurant · Indian
Websitemasaladesicafe.com
Menu read11 Nov 2026 from masaladesicafe.com
MapOpen in Google Maps

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Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Masala Desi Cafe - Burlingame

Does Masala Desi Cafe - Burlingame have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, from the menu read 11 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Masala Desi Cafe - Burlingame coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “We offer Vegan and gluten-free options by request.”. Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

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