Ordered:
Tarbooze Cocktail (~$18): Lalo tequila, watermelon, Chareau, lime, jaljeera, black salt air
Kaali Peeli Cocktail (~$16): Botanist gin, cardamom, saffron, honey, ginger
Nutkhat Cocktail (~$16): Rum Haven coconut rum, pandan, lime, coconut foam
The Begum's G&T Cocktail (~$17): Empress 1908 Indigo gin, Chareau, Fever-Tree tonic, grapefruit, rosemary
Mango Lassi (~$7)
Custom Group Menu (~$85/person; customizable)
- Starters: White Tomato Shorba & Avocado Bhel Chaat
- Appetizers: Afghani Murgh, Tandoori Salmon, Kale & Walnut Tikki, Bhatti Masala (Tandoori avocado & asparagus)
- Mains: Butter Chicken, Coastal Prawn Curry, Shahi Mattar Paneer, Dal Tadka
- Sides: Saffron Rice, Steamed White Rice, Aloo Methi, and Assorted Naan Breads
- Desserts: Piña Colada & Chai and Biskoot
Aya's take:
Indibar is one of those restaurants that just makes sense in Scottsdale's creative & culture-focused food scene. It takes Indian roots and reinvents it in a modern and authentic way. We were a large party (~30 people) and were seated in the Lehr room. The restaurant itself is modern & elegant and the chic interior extends to the Lehr room with the decor and art mural that tells a beautiful story. I love that for such a large party, the menu you will experience is customizable to fit your group's needs. To start, the cocktail program is outstanding! Not only does each cocktail channel Indian flavor profiles with depth and complexity, the presentation is also stunning. Even ingredients that you think might not go together make total sense after the first sip. I tried 4 cocktails and honestly, you can't go wrong with any. I particularly enjoyed the Tarbooze Cocktail & Kaali Peeli Cocktail. The Tarbooze was more fruity and bright with a slight spicy & earthy notes from the jaljeera. The Kaali Peeli was a bit smoother, balanced, and slightly herbal from the honey & ginger. Now onto the food! The White Tomato Shorba had a delicate and savory warmth to it and a slight kick which I enjoyed! The Avocado Bhel Chaat was more creamy and fresh, and a unique take on pani puri! The appetizer was insane! It was tandoor 4-ways and let me just say, never in a million years did I think I would have tandoori avocado. The smoky, charred, and savory bite blew me away. The Afghani Murgh (aka the tandoor-grilled chicken) was unbelievably tender and beautifully spiced. I absolutely loved this. As if I wasn't already blown away...the Mains came out. When I tell you this was the best Coastal Prawn Curry I've ever had - believe me! It's not a dish I would typically order but it was bold, tangy, and super aromatic. The shrimp were plump and cooked perfectly. The Butter Chicken was a classic, comfort dish executed so well. Another favorite! Both paired well with the Saffron Rice & Assorted Naan. We were all full at this point but of course, there's always room for dessert. Of the two, I absolutely loved the Chai and Biskoot. This was described as a nostalgic take on a classic. The Parle G crumble was sweet and buttery, the chai ice cream had delicious notes of cardamom and cinnamon, and the ginger added a zesty note that cut through the sweetness. The Piña Colada also had great flavor and I was blown away by the presentation. The co-owner, Jonathan, and 2 chefs, Nigel Lobo & Ajay Negi, were constantly checking on us and introducing new dishes as they came out. Indibar offers a thoughtfully curated modern menu of traditional favorites into an elevated dining experience. Hands down, one of my most memorable meals of 2025 and a must visit if you're in the Scottsdale area! read more