Cafe Begum Manchester
Menu with Prices in the UK

Traditional Pakistani morning spread featuring spiced chickpea chana masala, sweet semolina suji halwa, masala omelette, two flaky lachha parathas, and hot Karak Chai.

Crisp, golden multi-layered pan-griddled flatbread brushed with pure desi ghee.

Flaky wholewheat paratha stuffed with spiced mashed potato, fresh coriander, cumin seeds, and green chillies, served with yoghurt raita.

Crisp stuffed paratha filled with savoury spiced minced lamb, ginger, onions, and fresh herbs.

Traditional grated white radish paratha seasoned with carom seeds, green chilli, and fresh coriander.

Three free-range eggs beaten with finely diced red onion, tomatoes, green chillies, and fresh coriander, served with buttered toast.

Two puffed golden puris served with warm Lahori chana masala, tangy aloo bhaji, and rich saffron suji halwa.

Four spring lamb chops marinated in signature Lahori spices and roasted over a live charcoal pit, served with mint yoghurt chutney.

Crunchy spiced buttermilk chicken tenders seasoned with chaat masala and served with house Begum dipping sauce.

Juicy king prawns marinated in smoked paprika, garlic, lemon, and tandoori spices, chargrilled to order.

Crisp vegetable samosas crushed and layered with spiced chickpeas, tangy tamarind chutney, sweet yoghurt, pomegranate, and fresh chilli.

Golden gram-flour fritters packed with onion, potato, and spinach leaves, served with tamarind and mint chutneys.

Authentic off-the-bone chicken cooked in a traditional iron karahi with blistered tomatoes, ginger, garlic, crushed coriander, and green chillies.

Tender boneless lamb shoulder simmered in rich tomato, garlic, black pepper, and fresh ginger karahi gravy.

Heritage slow-braised beef shank stewed overnight in aromatic fennel, dry ginger, and long-pepper spices, topped with crispy shallots and fresh lemon.

Boneless chicken slow-cooked in a clay handi with tangy mustard seeds, nigella, fenugreek pickling spices, and creamy yoghurt.

Fragrant long-grain saffron basmati rice steam-layered with spiced boneless chicken, caramelised onions, mint, and raita.

Chargrilled chicken breast medallions bathed in a velvety garlic chestnut mushroom cream sauce alongside smooth mashed potato.

Smoky marinated chicken tikka pieces served sizzling on a hot cast-iron tawa skillet with peppers, onions, and spicy masala glaze.

Fettuccine pasta tossed with grilled chicken strips, roasted garlic parmesan cream sauce, and cracked black pepper.

Penne pasta simmered in fiery crushed red chilli, garlic, and San Marzano tomato sauce with fresh basil.

Coal-pit sharing feast featuring 4 Lamb Chops, Chicken Tikka, Seekh Kebabs, Prawn Tikka, and Lahori Tenders with two naans and chutneys.

Value lunch bundle pairing your choice of Chicken Karahi or Achari Chicken with a freshly baked Garlic Naan and soft drink.

Fluffy leavened flatbread slapped onto the walls of our fiery clay tandoor oven and brushed with butter.

Clay-oven baked naan topped with minced roasted garlic, fresh coriander leaves, and melted butter.

Warm stuffed tandoori naan oozing with melted mature cheddar and mozzarella cheese.

Light, wholesome stoneground wholewheat flatbread baked crisp in the tandoor.

Fluffy aged basmati rice gently spiced with whole cardamom, cloves, and cumin.

Crisp golden fries tossed in tangy chaat masala and mild chilli salt.

Cooling whipped yoghurt blended with fresh mint, coriander, and roasted cumin.

Tangy-sweet house imli chutney ideal for samosas, pakoras, and grills.

Zesty crushed green chilli, garlic, and coriander table condiment.

Rich slow-brewed Assam black tea simmered with crushed green cardamom and silky evaporated milk.

Freshly brewed traditional British Breakfast or fragrant bergamot Earl Grey tea.

Soothing herbal green, fresh Moroccan mint, or aromatic jasmine blossom tea.

Chilled whipped yoghurt smoothie blended with sweet Alphonso mango purée and a hint of cardamom.

Thick vanilla dairy ice cream spun with crushed Oreo biscuits, whole milk, and whipped cream.

Zingy crushed green kiwi fruit, garden mint leaves, lime juice, and sparkling soda over ice.

Fresh strawberries and ripe bananas blended creamy to order.

Alcohol-free mocktail muddled with fresh mint leaves, squeezed lime, crushed ice, and your choice of fruit purée.

Velvety baked cheesecake atop crisp buttered kataifi kunefe pastry with aromatic syrup and crushed roasted pistachios.

Spongy tres leches cake steeped in chilled saffron, cardamom, and condensed milk, topped with Chantilly cream and rose petals.

Ultra-moist milk-soaked sponge crowned with whipped caramel cream, warm Lotus Biscoff spread, and spiced biscuit crumb.

Gooey dark chocolate brownie served warm with Belgian chocolate sauce and a scoop of vanilla gelato.

Mildly seasoned crispy Halal chicken strips served with golden fries and ketchup.

Tender penne pasta coated in mild creamy mozzarella and cheddar cheese sauce.

Tender chargrilled boneless chicken tikka pieces served with mild basmati rice and cucumber slices.

Child-sized creamy strawberry and vanilla ice cream shake topped with whipped cream.