Khai Khai

NEXT LEVEL BEETROOT - Our Beetroot Shikampuri is gaining a popular following amongst guests. These vibrant little cakes have a hung yogurt filling dusted with a pistachio crumb. Is this dish becoming the new tandoori broccoli?! Try it and give us your verdict!

FOODIES REJOICE - is back and we are taking part! Dine with us from the 5th-11th August and access our special £25 set menu. Menu linked in bio.

CHEROKEE SMOKE - A daiquiri made with blood orange, passion fruit, spiced rum and .distillery whiskey. This special cocktail infuses the natural sweetness of the fruit with a spice hit from the rum and the smoky flavours of whisky. Every sip is a genuine flavour journey.

MINTED KEEMA PAV - Minced lamb, petit pois with a homemade chilli garlic pav (soft & fluffy Indian bread bun). This little gem of a small plate is part of our early evening special menu.

**Event now sold out** SUPPER CLUB with Chef Alfred Prasad

Experience culinary innovation as the Michelin star chef takes over Khai Khai’s Heritage Room, showcasing his passion, talent and gastronomic imagination via a special set menu.

June 26, 2024 at 8PM
£65 per person (welcome drink included)
T’s & C’s apply
Tables are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

To book, call or email us at 0191 261 4277 | [email protected]

NE1 FOR BREAKFAST? - Breakfast served every Sunday from 10am. Find us at 29 Queen Street, NE1 3UG

Early birds will be able to tuck into Indian dishes such as Akuri Toast, Aloo Paratha, Masala Mash & Pooris. While sipping on healthy smoothies, home-squeezed orange juices, lassis, morning cocktails and teas and coffees.

THE ONE YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR - our final dish on the Valentine’s menu is Mawa Cake. It’s a date and cottage cheese sticky toffee cake with ice cream!

Poppadoms, pre-starter, starter, main, side, dessert and a cocktail all for £49pp. This is one not to be missed!

BIT ON THE SIDE - to accompany our Valentine’s main dishes we have Josper smoked vegetables, berry pulao rice and a rosemary naan. A feast for lovers or friends we’re taking bookings now for the 14th.

VALENTINE’S MAIN NO.2 - in addition to the crispy lamb chops (see previous post) we have Burrata Butter Chicken. Braised boneless chicken cooked in a tomato fenugreek sauce. You get both mains to share between 2. Win win!

VALENTINE’S MAIN - one of two mains to share we have Crispy Lamb Chops. Crispy crumb coated lamb chops with ghee roast masala. Available on 14th Feb. Full menu in bio.

VALENTINE’S STARTER - next up we have a trio of small eats.

Saffron Salmon- Tandoori salmon served with purple cabbage thoran

Pesto Chicken Tikka - mint and coriander marinated tandoori chicken

Asparagus Crab Cake - South Indian crab pattie with asparagus and curry leaf.

VALENTINE’S MENU - Over the next few days we’ll be showcasing our Valentine’s dishes, First up we have:
Beetroot Dahi Puri - classic wheat bubble with beetroot yoghurt, cucumber and onion.

Full menu in the link in bio.

AND JUST LIKE THAT, is back, and Khai Khai is participating. Tuck into favourites, Tandoori Broccoli, Chicken 65 and Lamb Roganjosh or try new dish Chicken Ghee Roast. Check out the menu linked in bio.

THAT’S A WRAP - Just a reminder that we are closed today but normal opening hours apply the rest of the festive period.

Serving the people of the north east and beyond this year has been an absolute pleasure. We hope you have a peaceful Christmas.

The winners of our chai competition are below. Please get in touch to arrange collection. Email [email protected]

SEASON OF GOODWILL - To thank you all for dining with us this year, and to launch our new masala chai gift sets, we are giving away five before they hit our online shop.

Sets include our special chai blend, two Khai Khai mugs and some chocolates. Teapot not included.

To get your hands on one, please like our page and tag who you’d share a cuppa with. Winners announced on Christmas Day.

We have 20 available for purchase (£27.50) in store before Christmas. DM to reserve. First come, first served.

NYE OPENING HOURS - this New Years Eve we are open all day from 10am. If you’re not one for going out NYE we have you covered with either breakfast or lunch. Tables available from 10am-4pm. For all those in the party mood we have tables available from 9.30pm. These won’t be available for long so get booked today!

BRITISH CURRY DAY - today we celebrate . This annual event celebrates the extraordinary blend of South Asian and British cultures through the lens of curry. We are showcasing our Old Delhi Butter Chicken. This smokey, tomato based curry was was developed at the Moti Mahal restaurant in Old Delhi, making its way to Britain in the 60s and 70s. As Indian restaurants sprouted across the country, Butter Chicken found its place on their menus, captivating the British palate.

“CURRY MAY BE BORN IN INDIA, BUT WE MADE IT GREAT IN BRITAIN.”
— ENAM ALI MBE | 1960-2022

NEW YEARS EVE - Introducing our Bollywood Glam New Year's Eve Menu, a four course feast fit for Bollywood royalty! From delectable appetizers to sumptuous mains and dreamy desserts, each dish is a star in its own right.

Dress to impress and don your most glamorous Bollywood-inspired attire! Sparkling saris, dapper sherwanis, or all things glitter are highly encouraged. Menu linked in bio

I’M A CELEBRITY, GET ME THE BROCCOLI, throwing it back to when, food critic and this year’s campmate said this about our guest favourite, the tandoori broccoli. Well done Grace on your jungle journey. Full review in bio.

SEABASS SAMABAR - Grilled seabass, sambhar stew with crispy leeks - part of our festive menu available soon. Full menu is now online. Link in bio.

THE G.O.A.T - Our festive pre-starter is a thing of beauty. Crispy goats cheese, pachadi & beetroot dust. Chef’s kiss! Available from 24 November.

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FEVER - as prepare to welcome in the this evening, we welcomed French footballing legend and former Newcastle FC winger David Ginola, and Paris Saint-Germain President Nasser Al-Khelaifi to Khai Khai.

Our city is gripped by Champions League fever and it’s fantastic to see the energy pulsate through our wonderful Newcastle. Everything crossed for a win at St James Park tonight.

WILD MUSHROOM KOFTA - seasonal mushrooms, curry leaf and mustard caviar make up this rich and earthy dish. Part of our vegetarian festive menu. Bookings available now. Full menu linked in bio.

TRIPLE THE TASTE - Our festive starter consists of three tasty eats. Turkey Seekh Kebab, Josper Rosemary Lamb Chop, and guest favourite Signature Tandoori Broccoli. Why have one when you can have three.

Our festive menu is available from 24 November and we’re taking booking now. Click the link for the full menuhttps://khaikhai.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/KK-Festive-Menus-2023.pdf

FESTIVE FEASTING - Our festive menu is now live and it’s a real Christmas cracker. Succulent kebabs, melt in the mouth coal blistered fish, silky smooth desserts and guest favourites make this menu one not to be missed. Available from 24 November. Our reservation list is open now. T&Cs apply. Link in bio.

DHALICIOUS - have you tried our tadka yellow lentils yet? This powerful side dish proved a hit when reviewed by William Sitwell from recently. Calling it “perfect”.

GOOD LUCK GREAT NORTH RUNNERS - we’ve our fingers crossed for each and every one of you taking part. Special shout out to our Group General Manager who’s running it for the first time. Go smash it.

WHO’S FOR VINDALOO? - We have added Beef Vindaloo to our heritage dishes. It’s an incredibly flavourful and fragrant dish with a powerful kick of heat.

Vindaloo is normally regarded as an Indian curry, but in fact is a Goan adaptation of the Portuguese dish ‘carne de vinho e alhos’.

Located on Newcastle’s historic quayside, Khai Khai is the ideal location for your next event.

Our grade II listed venue is split over two distinct but equally exquisite dining rooms. The Parlour with private bar or the whole restaurant can be reserved for your special event. Visit our website for more details.