We specialize in food from the region of Goa. A coastal state in India, where the cuisine was heavily influenced by 450 years of Portuguese presence. Little Goan Cafe is the only place in Novato where you can enjoy this rich style of seafood, coconut curries, and traditional vindaloos. The food is warmed with spices of clove & cinnamon, and our hearts are warmed by sharing our heritage with you & your family.
Li letraditional Goan regional He-styledishes of Goa Delights Caldine Curries simmered in coconut juice, coriander, turmeric, cumin, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, onions, & house made Goan spices Vegetable ...... $10.99 Lamb ...... $12.99 Shrimp ...... $14.99 Chicken ...... $11.99 Fish ...... $13.99 Vindaloo home-style spicy hot dish cooked in a red fiery hot & tangy curry sauce Chicken $11.99 Lamb ...... $13.49 Shrimp ...... $14.99 Vegetable (vegan) ...... $11.99 Cafreal authentic dish prepared with fresh coriander, green chillies, & house spices Chicken ...... $12.99 Lamb ...... $13.99 Shrimp ...... $14.99 Xacuti traditional curry of Goa prepared with roasted coconut, red chillies, & mild house spice blend Chicken ...... $12.99 Lamb ...... $13.99 Shrimp ...... $14.99 Channa + Aloo ...... $10.99
Li le Goan Hse Specials Chicken Makhani $11.99 shredded tandoori chicken in a mild ginger & tomato curry sauce
Chicken Tikka Masala $11.99 tender white meat chicken cubes cooked in an aromatic, and zesty tomato & ginger sauce
Shrimp Masala - Goan style $13.99 shrimp curry simmered in a cream and tomato onion gravy
Lamb Korma $12.99 tender lamb prepared in a delicate cashew curry sauce
Chicken Kadai $12.99 tender chicken cooked in an Indian wok with onion, bell pepper, & tomatoes
Li le Goan Byani Cn Biryani home-style rice & seasonal vegetables prepared with traditional house herbs & spices
vegetable (can be prepared vegan by request) $11.99 add savory chicken $12.99 add tender lamb $13.99 add house shrimp $14.99
Substitute Organic Chicken for an Additional $1.00 in Any Dish!
Li le Goan Traditial Sides Papadum - home-style roasted crispy lentil wafers $2.99 Rice basmati pilaf - with cumin & peas $2.25 brown - with cardamom & cloves $2.25
Raita - traditional refreshing yogurt with diced cucumbers & herbs $2.50
Achaar - hot & spicy Indian style pickled vegetables $2.00
Mango Chutney - sweet mango relish $2.00
Li le Goan He-style Dessts Gulab Jamun - homemade fried cheese dumplings soaked in a sweet syrup $3.99
Kheer - traditional sweet rice prepared in milk & cardamom $3.99
Gajar Halwa - warm homemade Indian style carrot pudding with nuts & raisins $3.99
Elaichi Mango Panna Cotta - green cardamom & mangos custard cream treat $3.99 Ice Creams - local & organic $3.99 Petaluma’s Double 8 Dairy waterbufallo gelato - Vanilla OR Chocolate Fairfax Scoop’s - Vanilla OR Chocolate OR Vegan Coconut Li le Goan Reeshing Bevage Cn Chai - traditional Indian tea made with herbs & spices $2.00
Goan Coffee - traditional Indian coffee $2.00
Mango Juice $3.00
Coconut Juice $2.99
Lassi - homemade traditional yogurt drink Mango $3.45 Sweet OR Salty $3.00
Sparkling Water $2.50
Coke / Diet Coke $2.00 Sprite / Ice Tea / Root Beer
Little Goan Cafe is available for Catering Orders too!