Indian Street Food
From the East
Authentic Indian street food classics, full of bold flavours and fresh ingredients.
To the West
Our dishes are served tapas-style as small plates, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo.
Pairing Indian flavours with Alicante and Spanish wine, beer & cava. Plus our refreshing cocktails.
Where East meets West
At Masala Cantina, our dishes are served as small plates, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, all in the vibrant setting of Alicante’s historic Mercado Central.
From bold spices to fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, every bite is a tribute to India’s street food culture—served with the laid-back, social vibe that makes Alicante special.
Pair your favourites with a beer, local wine, or one of our signature cocktails, and discover Indian food in a way you’ve never tasted before
Meet Bee & Amar
Our story is rooted in generations of culture and migration. As with many Indians of our generation, it all begins with our grandparents, who moved from India to East Africa (Kenya and Tanzania) during the time of the British Empire. Our parents were born in Africa and, following the end of British rule, made the long journey to London in the 1960s, where both of us were born.
Years later, we met in London, got married and eventually discovered the charm of Alicante, which we now proudly call home. Together, we’re bringing our family’s favorite dishes and our mothers’ treasured recipes to the Mercado Central, offering a fresh take on Indian street food.
At Masala Cantina, you’ll find more than the big, traditional curry dishes you may associate with Indian cuisine. Instead, we focus on street food and sharing plates—flavours that are designed to complement Spain’s rich tradition of casual, social dining. Our dishes are made to be enjoyed alongside Spanish wines, local beers, and refreshing cocktails, combining the best of both worlds.
Join us at Masala Cantina for an experience where East meets West, and savour Indian street food classics in one bite.
Dine In Menu
Golgappa / Paani Puri
2,5€/3 pieces – 4€/6 pieces
Crispy puris filled with spiced water, tamarind chutney, and a mix of potatoes and chickpeas.
Lamb Samosa
4€
A crispy golden pastry filled with spiced minced lamb, cooked with aromatic Indian spices.
Butter Chicken Samosa
3.50€
A Masala Cantina exclusive! A samosa filled with our signature butter chicken recipe, served with a butter chicken dipping sauce.
Chicken Samosa
3.50€
Crispy golden pastry filled with spiced minced chicken, cooked with aromatic Indian spices.
Vegetarian Samosa
3€
Golden, crispy pastry stuffed with a flavorful mix of potatoes, vegetables, and aromatic Indian spices.
Paneer Samosa
3.5€
Golden, crispy pastry stuffed with freshly made, soft Indian cheese and peas, blended with aromatic Indian spices.
Bombay Bravas
3.50€
Mogo Chips with Secret Masala Sauce
3.50€
Aloo Tikki Chaat
3,5€
Spiced potato patties, Indian-style, topped with a chickpea curry served with imli, a tamarind chutney.
Amritsari Fish
5.5€
Delicious hake marinated in Amritsari spices, fried to be crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Sheek Kebab
5€/8€
Juicy spiced minced lamb skewers, grilled to perfection, served with a mint yoghurt chutney.
Butter Chicken
6€/ 7.5€ with rice
Tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy tomato and butter sauce. Served with soft mini breads. Add rice if you’re extra hungry!
Takeaway Menu
Butter Chicken & Rice
12.5€
Creamy. Comforting. Irresistible.
Tender chicken cooked in a rick tomato-butter sauce with a delicate blend of spices. Served with soft, fragrant basmati rice.
Cholay & Rice
10.50€
A street food favourite to enjoy at home.
Soft chickpeas simmered in a tangy, tomato-onion masala, served with rice. A North-Indian classic that’s bold, filling and totally plant-powered, packed with protein and flavour.
Daal & Rice
10.50€
Hearty and wholesome.
Slow-cooked yellow lentils tempered with traditional herbs and spices for a comforting bowl full of flavour. Served with basmati rice.
Rajmah & Rice
10.50€
Comfort food, North Indian style.
Tender red kidney beans simmered slowly in a rich, mildly spiced tomatio and onion gravy. Served with basmati rice. Think of it as the Indain cousin of frijoles but with a masala twist!
Drinks
Beers
Alhambra Especial 20cl · 2,5€
Alhambra Reserva 22.5cl · 2.5€
Alhambra Verde Especial 33cl· 3€
Cobra Beer · 3,5€
Red Wine
Sarmiento · 3,5€
El tiempo que nos une · 4€
White Wine
Arriezu Verdejo · 3,5€
Montenevo · 4€
Bubbles
Cava Mas Candi · 4,5€
Roig Boig 2022 Rose · 4,5€
Sumarroca Rose · 5€
Cocktails
Chaijito· 6€
Soft Drinks
33cl cans · 2€
Still water 50cl · 2.5€
Sparkling water 33cl · 2.75€
Thums Up Cola · 3€
Get in touch!
Better yet, see us in person!
We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.