Aarzu Modern Indian Bistro Menu

Welcome to Aarzu Modern Indian Bistro, a unique gem located at 30 E Main St., Freehold, NJ. This Indian restaurant specializes in a curated menu that beautifully blends traditional and modern culinary techniques.

The menu features a delightful array of Small Plates such as the Dahi Vada and Smoked Quail Eggs, each crafted with care and authenticity. Accompany your meal with warm breads like Garlic Naan and enjoy flavorful Sides like Lasooni Desi Dal Tadka and Channa Masala.

Reviewers have noted the exquisite presentation of the dishes, alongside a warm, welcoming environment that heightens the dining experience. While some main courses showcased standout flavors, the real star shines among the appetizers, leaving patrons eager to explore Aarzu’s vibrant offerings.

The emphasis on quality and flavor makes Aarzu a must-visit for Indian food enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Small Plates

• Dahi Vada

  Lentil fritters, sweet yoghurt, cumin

  US$9.00

• Corn Bhel

  Chili tamarind, puffed rice, peanuts

  US$9.00

• Pani Puri

  Lentil cracker, potato, guava cilantro

  US$8.00

• Smoked Quail Eggs

  Tellicherry pepper, coconut, baby naan

  US$9.00

• Goat Cutlets

  Panko crusted, mint, chili aioli

  US$9.00

Chaat

• Beetroot Tikki

  Goat cheese, potato crisp, black salt

  US$16.00

• Palak Chaat

  Spinach chips, potato crisp, pico

  US$16.00

• Avocado Mango Bhel

  Puffed rice, cilantro, sev crisp

  US$15.00

• Eggplant Chaat

  Pomegranate, date chutney, candied ginger

  US$16.00

Tandoor

• Achari Paneer Tikka

  Pickled cottage cheese, mustard oil

  US$22.00

• Basil Chicken Tikka

  Chicken thighs, red chili, ginger

  US$22.00

• Doodhiya Malai Kebab

  Chicken thigh, cashew, cardamom

  US$22.00

• Chicken Seekh

  minced chicken kebabs, green chili

  US$26.00

• Tandoor Octopus

  Mustard, lemon, cumin potato

  US$26.00

• Truffle Malai Jheenga

  Charred shrimp, dal khichdi, truffle oil

  US$26.00

• Aarzu Lamb Chops

  Signature New Zealand lamb chops

  US$32.00

Appetizers

• Naan and Dip

  Channa masala hummus, sesame naan

  US$12.00

• Samosa

  Potato pea pastry, mint tamarind

  US$12.00

• Truffle Butter Pav Bhaji

  Spiced mashed veggies, red onions, buns

  US$16.00

• Calcutta Gobhi Manchurian

  Cauliflower, soy ginger glaze, peppers

  US$16.00

• Paneer Papad Roll

  Cottage cheese, chili aioli, papadam crust

  US$16.00

• Hariyali Kebab

  Minced greens, cream cheese, mint

  US$16.00

• Coconut Chicken 65

  Chili yogurt, curry leaf, mustard seeds

  US$18.00

• Chilly Garlic Fish

  Crispy cod, soya ginger, cilantro

  US$18.00

• Duck Paratha Taco

  Confit duck, tamarind hoisin, cucumber

  US$16.00

Mains

• Butter Chicken

  Smoked tomato cream, charred chicken, fenugreek

  US$26.00

• Zafrani Korma

  charred chicken breast, cashew cream, saffron, cardamom

  US$26.00

• Mangalorean Chicken Curry

  South Indian homestyle chicken curry

  US$26.00

• Bhoorani Chicken

  Fenugreek, yogurt, caramelized onion

  US$26.00

• Lamb Roganjosh

  Braised, lamb, caramelized onions, cardamom

  US$30.00

• Namkeen Kali Mirch Gosht

  Braised goat, black pepper, cashew-nut, yogurt

  US$34.00

• Lamb Chop Kheema

  Tandoori cooked, minced lamb, mint, cilantro

  US$34.00

• Shrimp Moilee

  Coconut milk, curry leaf, lemon

  US$32.00

• Fish Curry

  Pan-seared salmon, coconut milk, tamarind sauce

  US$32.00

• Bhatti Ka Paneer

  Cottage cheese, smoked tomato cream, fenugreek

  US$25.00

• Paneer Methi Malai Toast

  Layered cottage cheese, mint, creamy fenugreek

  US$25.00

• Vegetable Moilee

  Vegetable medley, curry leaf, coconut sauce

  US$24.00

• Achari Bhindi

  Okra, caramelized onions, pickled spices

  US$23.00

• Mirch Pakora Salan

  Long hot pepper, spiced potato, peanuts, sesame

  US$24.00

• Anjeer Kofta

  Fig and cheese dumpling, cashew nut cream sauce

  US$25.00

• Patra Kadhi

  Steamed colocasia leaves, gram flour, yogurt, jaggery

  US$24.00

• Mushroom Malai Mutter

  Wild mushroom sauce, peas, truffle oil

  US$25.00

• Gobhi Kheema Saag

  creamy spinach, cumin, garlic (substitute paneer by request)

  US$25.00

Rice

• Biryani of the Day

  US$24.00

• Vegetable Biryani

  US$20.00

• Cumin Rice

  US$6.00

Breads

• Butter Naan / Garlic Naan

  US$5.00

• Chilli Garlic Naan

  US$6.00

• Tandoori Roti

  US$5.00

• Lachaa Paratha/ Onion Kulcha

  US$6.00

Sides

• Lasooni Desi Dal Tadka

  US$16.00

• Smoked Dal Makhani

  US$16.00

• Channa Masala

  US$16.00

• Cumin Raita

  US$4.00

• Roasted Papadam

  US$6.00