Cafe Bombay

Name: Cafe Bombay
Address: 233 Mill Street, Bristol, PA, 19007, US
Telephone: (215) 788-4239
Price range: ££
Rating: 4.8

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Welcome to Café Bombay, a family-based restaurant offering authentic Indian cuisine. What is curry? Curry is not an Indian word. We do not use any curry powder.

It has come to represent the varied dishes that are stew like or a soupy. These dishes are cooked in steps with the following seasonings which are called masalas.

1. A base of spices sauteed in ghee or oil

2. Herbs and seasonings like curry leaves or fenugreek may also be added

3. A secondary level of seasonings are added and include all or some of the following - a mixture

of onion, garlic, ginger

and tomatoes

4. A third level may include coconut milk, almonds, cashews or cream

5. All curries have a sour taste which may be achieves with lime juice, tamarid, mango powder, kokum or yogurt

In America many believe curry is an Indian spice. Curry powder is sold in many supermarkets. Many dishes in American call for curry powder, which is actually a blend of spices (mainly garam masala) that is mixed with coriander powder and turmeric. In India, Indians would be confused if you mentioned curry powder. The role of spices and herbs goes beyond just cooking. Ancient ayurvedic texts prescribe the herbs and spices for curative and therapeutic functions. Ayurvedic scripts dating back to 3000 years, list the preventive and curative properties of various spices.

1. Curative Properties: Gigi Eapen has learnt to use this knowledge and weave them into everyday dishes. Ginger prevents dyspepsia, garlic reduces cholesterol and hypertension and fenugreek is a good resistance builder and with pepper often serve as antihistamines, turmeric is used for stomach ulcers and for glow of the skin

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2. Preserving Foods: Spices have been used to make the food last longer in the days when refrigeration was absent.

3. Aiding Digestion: India substitutes for the western after dinner mint are fragrant spices such as fennel, cardamom or cloves. Effective mouth fresheners, they aid digestion, prevent heartburn and curb nausea. Others such as asafetida and ginger root, have been known to counteract flatulence and colic, and are added to lentils, a must with every Indian meal.

4. Balancing Tastes and Properties of Food: Each spice has a property not just a taste property but warm or cooling property to it. It also has many other properties. Gigi generally understands these properties and cooking is elevated to yet another level by using this knowledge of spices into the cooking. The classic Indian curry often combines the following spices, coriander, turmeric, fenugreek, cloves, ginger, red and black pepper as well as other spices. One popular variety of spice blend used in Indian curries is called “Garam Masala”. A ‘dry’ curry simply means that there is less liquid involved in the cooking process than you would normally associate with a curry. All Cafe Bombay’s curry’s or gravy’s thicken with onion, tomato, ginger, garlic and other Indian spices. Everything is homemade. We can adjust spicy level, salt and other spices from 0-10. Some items we make without spices, onion, garlic, chilly, ginger, tomato bell pepper etc. Please tell us your taste preference before ordering. Your comments are welcome. Write or call us to comment on our food, service, facility, quality or any other concerns.

07/09/2024

We will be closed on 7/9/24

03/04/2024

As we go through March, we are filled with immense gratitude and excitement at the thought of celebrating our restaurant’s 20th anniversary! Since 2004, we’ve had the privilege of serving our wonderful customers, and their unwavering support has been the cornerstone of our success. Whether it’s the comforting aroma of our signature dishes, the friendly chatter, or the shared moments of joy and celebration, each memory is etched into the fabric of our establishment. Twenty years of culinary adventures, laughter, and shared experiences—it’s a milestone that warms our hearts. We owe it all to you, our cherished patrons. Your loyalty, feedback, and smiles have fueled our passion to create memorable experiences. As we reflect on this remarkable journey, we extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you. Your continued patronage has been our greatest reward, and we look forward to continue serving you with love, flavor, and a dash of nostalgia

01/25/2024

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11/11/2023

Chai Ice Cream Pie

Homemade Chai Ice Cream Pie is a rich and creamy frozen indulgence, skillfully crafted with aromatic chai spices, offering a delightful homemade twist to this classic frozen treat.

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07/25/2023

We will be closed between 7/25/23 - 7/29/23. We will reopen next week.

07/06/2023

Check out our delicious Vegetable Tikka Masala Lunch Box To-Go between 11am and 2pm! It's the perfect meal for anyone who loves flavorful vegetarian dishes. And if you're in the mood for something different, be sure to check out our website for more lunch box options. We've got something for everyone! Just head to https://www.cafebombay.biz/ to see what's on the menu.

07/05/2023

Chicken Biriyani -

A tantalizing rice dish layered with aromatic spices, and tender chicken, complemented by the delightful sweetness of raisins, the crunch of cashew nuts, and the burst of tangy pineapple, creating a harmonious blend of flavors in every bite.

07/01/2023

Indian Spice Salad

A refreshing and colorful salad bursting with the flavors of aromatic Indian spices, combined with chickpeas and the freshness of onion, cucumber, and tomato.

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07/01/2023

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06/30/2023

Chai Ice Cream Pie

06/30/2023

Channa Masala

Channa masala is a delicious vegetarian dish made with chickpeas cooked in a spiced tomato and onion gravy, flavored with a blend of aromatic spices

08/16/2022

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02/22/2017

Everyone, thank you for voting for us in Small Business Revolution, Main Street Season 2!

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02/11/2017

Bristol Borough is one of the eight finalist for the Small Business Revolution, Main Street Season 2!!! Out of 14,000, we have been chosen! Help us by voting now! You can vote daily on each electronic, but only once! We have until Thursday to vote! Vote for Bristol Borough, PA!

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Vote & share to help one small town win a $500k boost One small town will receive a half million-dollar investment from Deluxe® to revitalize their main street and be featured on the original series, The Small Business Revolution – Main Street.

12/31/2016

We are now open for dinner take out, starting at 5 pm, Tuesday to Sunday. Lunch take out starting soon. Spread the word!

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Telephone

(215) 788-4239

Website

http://www.cafebombay.biz/

Address

233 Mill Street
Bristol, PA
19007

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