Punjab Express

Restaurant · Indian4.1 (516 Google reviews)

9 dishes marked gluten free

82 dishesmenu read 9 Novpunjabrestaurants.co.za

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  • Pani Puri aks Gol GappaR69

    Crisp, hollow shells filled with a tangy and spicy mix of tamarind water, mint, mashed potatoes, chickpeas, and aromatic spices.

    Vegan

  • Sev PuriR69

    Crispy shells topped with diced potatoes, tangy tamarind chutney, green chutney, onions, tomatoes and crunchy sev.

  • Bombay BhelR69

    Puffed rice, spiced potatoes, onions, tomatoes, fresh herbs, chutneys and crispy sev.

    Vegan

  • Samosa ChaatR69

    Crushed crispy samosas topped with spiced chickpeas, sweet yoghurt, chutneys, onions, tomatoes and fresh herbs.

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Peanut ChaatR49

    Roasted peanuts tossed in a spiced mix with fresh onions, tomatoes, herbs, chaat masala and lemon juice.

    VeganLikely nuts

  • Crispy Naan StripsR69

    Served with pineapple chutney and mildly spiced hummus.

    VeganLikely gluten

  • Golden Madras Spiced Prawn & Crispy CalamariR99

    Spiced prawns and crispy calamari with tangy turmeric aioli.

    Likely eggLikely shellfish

  • Samosa (4pcs)R30

    Fillings as printed: Pea & Potato (Vg) R30; Paneer Bhurji R45; Chicken R45; Lamb R55.

    Likely gluten

Kebabs

  • Paneer Tikka Hariyali (4pcs)R110

    Paneer marinated in fresh herbs, yoghurt and spices, grilled in the tandoor.

    Likely dairy

  • Malai BroccoliR89

    House specialty. Broccoli marinated in creamy cheese, yoghurt and mild spices, then grilled.

    Likely dairy

  • Chicken Tikka PunjabiR110

    Chicken marinated overnight in spiced yoghurt with Kashmiri chilli, grilled in the tandoor.

    Likely dairy

  • Chicken Tikka MalaiR110

    Chicken marinated overnight in yoghurt, cheese, mild spices and dried rose petals, grilled in the tandoor.

    Likely dairy

  • Lamb Kandhari Seekh KebabR129

    Double minced lamb blended with aromatic spices and herbs, shaped onto skewers and slow-cooked in the tandoor.

    Free of gluten

  • Grilled Barah Lamb ChopsR2

    House specialty. Lamb chops marinated in yoghurt, spices, herbs and ginger juice, then grilled.

    Likely dairy

  • Lasooni Fish TikkaR159

    Kingklip marinated in garlic, yoghurt and spices, grilled in the tandoor.

    Likely dairyLikely fish

  • Grilled Prawns Recheado Butter (6pcs)R159

    Prawns marinated in tangy recheado paste with spices, vinegar and herbs, combined with rich butter, then grilled.

    Likely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Mock Punjab Chicken TikkaR110

    Mock chicken, gluten free, marinated in smoky spices and a hint of mild Kashmiri chilli, grilled in tandoor.

    Vegan

  • Tandoori Chicken (Half)R120

    Chicken on bone marinated overnight in spices and yoghurt, slow-cooked in the tandoor.

    Likely dairy

Platter for 2

  • Punjab Platter VegetarianR165

    Sev Puri, Veg Samosa, Peanut Chaat, Paneer Hariyali Tikka, Crispy Naan Strips.

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Punjab Platter Non-VegetarianR165

    Sev Puri, Lamb Samosa, Peanut Chaat, Chicken Tikka, Crispy Naan Strips.

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

Chicken Curries

  • Chicken Tikka MasalaR155

    Tender chicken in a rich, spiced tomato gravy.

    Free of gluten

  • Chicken KormaR169

    Mild, creamy curry enriched with cashew nuts and fragrant spices.

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Chicken LudhianviR155

    Creamy, rich dish with tender chicken in aromatic spices, finished with toasted sesame seeds.

    Contains sesameLikely dairy

  • Chicken Pepper FryR155

    Tender chicken stir-fried in black pepper, curry leaves and aromatic spices.

  • Chettinad Chicken RaraR169

    Tender chicken and chicken mince in a rich, spiced Chettinad gravy.

  • Genuine Chicken VindalooR155

    Tender chicken in a tangy, spicy sauce made with vinegar, garlic and traditional spices.

  • Butter ChickenR155

    Tender chicken in a creamy, rich tomato gravy with a blend of spices.

    Likely dairy

Lamb Curries

  • Saag GoshtR195

    Tender lamb slow-cooked with mustard greens and spinach.

    Free of gluten

  • Lamb ChettinadR195

    Tender lamb in a rich, aromatic Chettinad gravy with fiery spices, herbs and curry leaves.

    Free of gluten

  • Lamb KormaR195

    Tender lamb in a creamy, rich sauce with aromatic spices, nuts and a touch of sweetness.

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Railway Lamb CurryR195

    Tender lamb and potatoes in a rich, spiced gravy.

    Free of gluten

  • Dal GoshtR195

    Tender lamb cooked with yellow dal in a rich, spiced gravy, topped with crispy kale.

    Free of gluten

  • Laal MaasR195

    Tender lamb in a rich, spicy red gravy made with hot chilies and aromatic spices.

    Free of gluten

  • Rogan GoshtR195

    Tender lamb slow-cooked in a fragrant, rich gravy with aromatic spices and Kashmiri chilli.

    Free of gluten

Prawn & Fish

  • Prawn MalabarR205

    Juicy prawns in a rich, coconut-based gravy with Malabar spices.

    Likely shellfish

  • Prawn Butter MasalaR205

    Juicy prawns in a creamy, rich tomato-based gravy with a touch of butter.

    Likely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Prawn GassiR205

    Traditional Mangalorean dish of prawns in a rich, coconut-based curry with aromatic spices.

    Likely shellfish

  • Truckers Fish CurryR175

    Tender fish in a bold blend of crushed ginger, garlic, green chili, tomatoes and onions.

    Likely fish

  • Rava Fried Fish, Cumin Tamarind Potato, Turmeric AioliR175

    Crispy fish coated in semolina (rava), served with cumin-tamarind potatoes and turmeric aioli.

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely fish

  • Prawn & Fish MoileeR199

    Tender fish and prawns cooked with curry leaves, mustard seeds and coconut milk.

    Likely shellfishLikely fish

Vegetarian & Vegan

  • Paneer MakhaniR139

    Soft paneer cubes in a creamy, buttery tomato gravy with aromatic spices.

    Likely dairy

  • Paneer Tikka MasalaR139

    Grilled paneer cubes in a spiced tomato gravy with a hint of fenugreek.

    Likely dairy

  • Palak PaneerR139

    Tender paneer cubes in a velvety spinach sauce with aromatic spices.

    Likely dairy

  • Paneer MalabarR139

    Soft paneer cubes in a rich, coconut-based Malabar curry with curry leaves.

    Likely dairy

  • Punjabi Dal MakhniR115

    Whole black lentils and kidney beans slow-cooked, simmered in butter and cream with aromatic spices.

    Likely dairy

  • Dal PalakR105

    Lentils and spinach slow-cooked with aromatic spices, tempered with cumin and garlic.

  • Mock Butter ChickenR169

    Plant-based mock chicken in a rich, creamy tomato-butter gravy with aromatic spices.

    Vegan

  • Carrot and Sweet Potato CurryR105

    Kerala-inspired carrots and sweet potatoes in a fragrant, spiced coconut-based curry.

    Vegan

  • Baingan ka BhartaR105

    Smoked aubergine and green pea tempered with cumin, chilli and coriander.

    Vegan

  • Brinjal MasalaR105

    Tender aubergine in a coconut cream masala with onions, tomatoes, ginger and garam masala.

    Vegan

  • Amritsari CholeR105

    Slow-cooked chickpeas in a rich, spiced gravy with a hint of tanginess.

    Vegan

  • Tardka DalR99

    Yellow lentils slow-cooked until creamy, tempered with cumin, aromatic spices and garlic.

    Vegan

Dum Biryani

  • Lucknowi Chicken BiryaniR155

    Fragrant basmati rice layered with chicken, marinated in aromatic spices and slow-cooked in a sealed pot.

  • Hyderabadi Lamb BiryaniR195

    Fragrant basmati rice layered with lamb, marinated in aromatic spices and slow-cooked in a sealed pot.

  • Coastal Prawn BiryaniR205

    Fragrant basmati rice layered with prawns, marinated in aromatic spices and slow-cooked in a sealed pot.

    Likely shellfish

  • Punjabi Vegetarian BiryaniR139

    Fragrant basmati rice layered with vegetables, marinated in aromatic spices and slow-cooked in a sealed pot.

    Vegetarian

Rice and Bread

  • Basmati RiceR35

    Light, fluffy and fragrant long-grain rice.

  • Jeera PulaoR39

    Fragrant basmati rice tempered with cumin seeds and onions.

  • Curry Leaf RiceR39

    Fragrant basmati rice infused with curry leaves, tempered with spices and crunchy peanuts.

    Likely nuts

  • Plain NaanR25

    Soft, fluffy naan freshly baked in the tandoor.

    Likely gluten

  • Butter NaanR27

    Soft, fluffy naan freshly baked in the tandoor, with butter.

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Punjabi Naan Red Chilli ButterR32

    Naan with red chilli butter.

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Cheese NaanR40

    Naan with cheese.

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Lacha ParathaR35

    Crispy, multi-layered flatbread baked in the tandoor for a smoky, flaky, buttery texture.

    Likely gluten

  • Pudina ParathaR35

    Crisp, flaky tandoori paratha layered with dried mint and spices.

    Likely gluten

  • Aloo NaanR45

    Soft tandoor-baked naan stuffed with spiced mashed potatoes and fresh herbs.

    Likely gluten

  • Chicken Tikka Naan, Fenugreek ButterR50

    Naan stuffed with juicy chicken tikka, baked in tandoor, topped with aromatic fenugreek butter.

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Lamb Keema NaanR55

    Soft naan stuffed with spiced minced lamb.

    Likely gluten

  • Garlic Naan / Chilli Garlic NaanR30

    Soft, fluffy naan freshly baked in the tandoor, with garlic.

    Likely gluten

  • Missi RotiR40

    Rustic gram flour flatbread with chopped onions, dried coriander and fresh herbs, baked in the tandoor.

    Free of gluten

Raita

  • Cucumber RaitaR45

    Yoghurt-based side with finely chopped cucumber, cumin and Himalayan salt.

    Likely dairy

  • Smoked Eggplant Raita with BhujiaR50

    Smoky, creamy yoghurt-based raita made with roasted eggplant, topped with crunchy bhujia.

    Likely dairy

Pickle/Achar and Onions

  • Carrot & Cauliflower PickleR40
  • Brinjal PickleR40
  • Chilli PickleR40
  • Chilli Pickle with JaggeryR50
  • Shrimp PickleR70

    Likely shellfish

Desserts

  • Gulab Jamun, Almond Pistachio RabriR69

    Gulab jamun with almond and pistachio rabri.

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Saffron Kulfi, FaludaR79

    Saffron kulfi with faluda.

    Likely dairy

  • Pistachio & White Chocolate KulfiR79

    Pistachio and white chocolate kulfi.

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Chai Spiced TiramisuR79

    Chai spiced tiramisu.

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Nutella Filled NaanR69

    Naan filled with Nutella.

    Likely gluten

What the menu saysVenue states: "Punjab is big on health— all curries, kebabs, and tandoori dishes are freshly prepared and are gluten- and sugar-free." Kebabs and curries are described as "naturally gluten-free. However, please inform us of any allergies or dietary requirements." Website tags some dishes 'Gluten Free'. No venue-wide coeliac or dedicated-kitchen statement found.
  • Venue states: "Punjab is big on health— all curries, kebabs, and tandoori dishes are freshly prepared and are gluten- and sugar-free." Kebabs and curries are described as "naturally gluten-free. However, please inform us of any allergies or dietary requirements." Website tags some dishes 'Gluten Free'. No venue-wide coeliac or dedicated-kitchen statement found.

Good to know

Restaurant

  • Kids welcomevenue menu, read 10 Nov 2026 · source
  • Has a kids menuvenue menu, read 10 Nov 2026 · source
  • Seats outsideOpenStreetMap, read 28 Jul 2026
  • Wheelchair accessibleOpenStreetMap, read 28 Jul 2026
  • Takes bookingsvenue website, read 10 Nov 2026 · source
  • Takes group bookingsvenue website, read 4 Nov 2026 · source
  • Water viewvenue website, read 4 Nov 2026 · source

Not known yet: dog friendly, vegetarian options, vegan options, high chairs, byo, baby change. Ask the venue.

Facts

FactDetail
AddressLakeside Centre, Main Rd, Lakeside, Cape Town, 7945, South Africa
AreaCape Town
KindRestaurant · Indian
Phone+27 21 701 0504
Websitepunjabrestaurants.co.za
Google rating4.1 from 516 reviews
Menu read9 Nov 2026 from punjabrestaurants.co.za
Hours
  • Monday11:30am–8:30pm
  • Tuesday11:30am–8:30pm
  • Wednesday11:30am–8:30pm
  • Thursday2:30pm–8:30pm
  • Friday11:30am–8:30pm
  • Saturday11:30am–8:30pm
  • Sunday11:30am–8:30pm
MapOpen in Google Maps

What diners say

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Where this comes from

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 Punjab Express

Does Punjab Express have gluten-free options?

Yes: 9 dishes are gluten free as served, from the menu read 9 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Punjab Express coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “Venue states: "Punjab is big on health— all curries, kebabs, and tandoori dishes are freshly prepared and are gluten- and sugar-free."…”. 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.

When is Punjab Express open?

Monday: 11:30am–8:30pm. Tuesday: 11:30am–8:30pm. Wednesday: 11:30am–8:30pm. Thursday: 2:30pm–8:30pm. Friday: 11:30am–8:30pm. Saturday: 11:30am–8:30pm. Sunday: 11:30am–8:30pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

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