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THE MAHARAJA THALI
Kent's Biggest Indian Feast
The Maharaja Thali – Kent’s Biggest Indian Feast
Kent’s Biggest and Most Royal Indian Feast £99 – Regular Thali (for up to 4 people) £130 – Bottomless Thali (for up to 4 people) Includes 4 complimentary Mango Lassis per table. This thali can also be enjoyed by 1, 2, or 3 guests — however, the full price of £99 (regular) or £130 (bottomless) still applies. Guests are invited to personalise their thali experience by selecting from a Vegetarian Thali, Vegan Thali, Meat Thali, or Seafood Thali. For those looking to explore a variety of flavours, our Mixed Thali offers a curated selection from all four options – a perfect way to enjoy a balanced and diverse Indian feast. More Than a Meal – It’s a Story Worth Sharing At The Cook’s Tale, we don’t just serve food – we serve stories. The Maharaja Thali is a celebration of India’s royal kitchens, bursting with bold flavours, heritage, and heart. Whether you’re gathering with friends, entertaining guests, or up for a foodie challenge – this feast is one to remember. Monday and Thursday – Lunch Service. 12pm to 2:30pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday – Lunch Service 12pm to 4pm
🏆 Take the Maharaja Thali Challenge
Think you’ve got what it takes to finish the whole Maharaja Thali alone? If 1 person finishes the full thali within 90 minutes, their meal is FREE – and they will be awarded: A certificate of honour titled “The Real Maharaja of Thalis” Signed by the Director of The Cook’s Tale Restaurant 💡 Please notify staff before beginning the challenge.
What’s in Each Thali?
Meat Thali Chicken curry, Bengali lamb curry, lamb kebab, chicken cutlet, roast potatoes with poppy seeds, seasonal vegetables fry, mung lentil dal, garlic and coriander naan, cumin rice, poppadoms, crispy salad, raita, semolina halwa (dessert), homemade pickles. Vegetarian Thali Butter paneer, yellow pea googni, roast potatoes with poppy seeds, mung lentil dal, onion bhaji, vegetables fry, crispy okra, cumin rice, paratha, poppadoms, salad, raita, Gulab Jamun (dessert) , homemade pickles Vegan Thali Aubergine mesh, yellow pea googni, roast potatoes with poppy seeds, mung lentil dal, onion bhaji, vegetables fry, crispy okra, cumin rice, paratha, poppadoms, salad, raita, coconut cheesecake (dessert) , homemade pickles Seafood Thali Seafood Malai curry, pan fired Hake, crispy fish fritter, Mackerel kebab, red lentil sambhar, roast potatoes with poppy seeds, poori, vegetables fry, cumin rice, poppadoms, crispy salad, raita, Kerala payasam (dessert), homemade pickles We cook chicken and lamb on the bone as it is traditionally done in India. Dishes slow cooked on the bone have a more profound and intense flavour compared to boneless preparations.
T&Cs
• Dine-in only. No takeaways. • Leftover food cannot be taken home. • Price fixed for up to 4 guests. • Bottomless includes selected dish refills. • Challenge for 1 person only – must inform staff. • Not valid with discounts or offers. • Not suitable for guests with allergies. • Dishes may vary based on availability. • Advance booking strongly advised.