Gunpowder Social — Indian DinerBar and Terrace

77 dishes · 12 sections

A La Carte.

Regional Indian cooking from Kashmir to Kanyakumari. $4 to $41.

The Spirit of Gunpowder

The name Gunpowder comes from a fragrant spice blend of roasted lentils, sesame and chilli, known for its warmth, nutty depth and fiery character.

That bold spirit is at the heart of our table.

Illustrated dried red chilli, peppercorns, coriander seed and a bowl of spice blend
GF
Gluten Free
NF
Nut Free
V
Vegan
V opt
Vegan option
Chef's hat
Chef Recommended
Chillies
Spice level, one to three

Tasting Menus

For 2 or more guests. The menu is offered only with all guests at the table selecting this menu and is not for sharing. (This offer is not available for Friday and Saturday dinners.)

Vegetarian

$75 per person

Wine pairing +$45 per person

  1. On Arrival

    Pappadum

  2. Appetisers

    Gunpowder Paneer · Chokki Tikki

  3. Tandoori Course

    Paneer Shashlik

  4. Pan Favourite

    Soya Chaap

  5. Main Course

    Dal Bukhara · Kadhai Paneer · Kofta Mehfil Shots

  6. Accompaniments

    Choice of Bread, Steamed Rice, Raita & Pickles

  7. Dessert & Coffee

    Rasmalai or Gulab Jamun or Cardamom Ice Cream, served with coffee

Non-Vegetarian

$90 per person

Wine pairing +$45 per person

  1. On Arrival

    Pappadum

  2. Appetisers

    Gunpowder Chicken · Fish of Punjab

  3. Tandoori Course

    Tikka Thrill · Drunken Lamb

  4. Pan Favourite

    Jumpin' Shrimp

  5. Main Course

    Butter Chicken · Lamb Rogan Josh · Prawn Malabar Curry

  6. Accompaniments

    Choice of Bread, Steamed Rice, Raita & Pickles

  7. Dessert & Coffee

    Rasmalai or Gulab Jamun or Cardamom Ice Cream, served with coffee

A paneer tikka platter from the tandoor at Gunpowder Social

Entree

  • Drunken Lamb

    GF$34

    A northern Indian delight, succulent lamb chops embraced with rum and bold seasonings and flame grilled to tender perfection.

  • Tandoori Salmon

    GFNF$30

    Salmon cubes with yogurt spice marinade, tempered and baked in the Tandoor Oven for a rich, smoky flavour.

  • Tandoori King Prawns

    GFNF$28

    Char Smoked King prawns marinated in garlic, basil & secret Indian spices

  • Five River Fish

    GFNF$28

    Punjabi-style Masala - fried fish, crispy on the outside, succulent & super spicy inside

  • Jumpin' Shrimp

    GFNF$28

    Wok-tossed with a punch of fresh garlic and chilli

  • Indo-Chilli Chicken

    GFNFChef Recommended$28

    Flash fried chicken cubes tossed in an explosive, smoky Szechuan-chilli glaze

  • Gunpowder Chicken

    NFChef Recommended$26

    Our Signature Dish - Spicy Podi Gunpowder Masala that's fiery, aromatic & truly unforgettable.

  • Kebabi-Baby

    GFNF$26

    Minced lamb mixed with herbs & spices, skewered grilled for a juicy bite

  • Tikka Thrill

    GFNF$26

    A rich, aromatic, full-bodied dish, perfect for those who appreciate food with a kick.

  • Pepper Garlic Hen

    GFNF$24

    Pepper loaded garlic spiced chicken, hot & smokey straight off the tandoor

  • Taco Chicken

    GFNF$18

    Warm chicken taco with crunchy salad & creamy mint chutney

A plated paneer dish at Gunpowder Social

Vegetarian Focus

  • Burrata Chaat

    Chef Recommended$26

    Burrata cheese in robust spicy chaat, balanced by the cool zesty notes of our signature spices.

  • Paneer Shashlik

    GFNF$24

    Tandoori paneer balanced with spice along with bell pepper & onion

  • Tangy Clay Chaat

    GFNFV optChef Recommended$24

    Tandoor smoked fruits with sweet spicy tangy & addictive marination

  • Indo-Chilli Paneer

    NF$24

    Flash fried paneer cubes tossed in an explosive, smoky Szechuan-chilli glaze

  • Soya Chaap

    GFNF$22

    A rich, creamy dish of tender soya "chunks" swimming in cream & aromatic spices

  • Street Beats

    GFNF$22

    Home made spiced tikki in robust chaat, balanced by the cool zesty notes of our signature tamarind & yoghurt sauce

  • Choki Ki Tikki

    GFNFV optChef Recommended$18

    Street-food for the Gods! Crispy, spicy potato & chickpeas patties served with BEST tangy chutney

  • Veg Tacos

    GFNF$16

    Warm paneer taco with crunchy salad & creamy mint chutney

Plated tandoori chicken at Gunpowder Social

Chick Picks

  • Truffle Infused Hen

    GFChef Recommended$38

    Succulent chicken infused with earthy truffle essence gourmet twist on traditional Indian flavours

  • The OG

    GF$36

    Classic Delhi flavour in velvety chicken with tender pieces of chicken and luscious tomato creamy sauce

  • Black Gold

    GFSpice level 2 of 3$35

    A popular creamy aromatic chicken curry dominated by the distinct sharp flavors of black pepper

  • Begum Bahar

    GFNFChef Recommended$35

    Lucknowi Style (Chef Hasans Hometown speciality) Try and find out the flavours

  • Chettinad Chicks

    GFNFSpice level 2 of 3$34

    Succulent chicken with Chettinad spices, coconut, curry leaves with fiery aromatic delicacy

  • Butter Chicken

    GF$33

    The all-time favourite style tender chicken simmered in a rich, buttery tomato cream

  • Tikka Masala

    GFNF$32

    Char-smoked chicken finished in a spicy creamy gravy

  • Butter Chicken Pasta

    NF$28

    A fusion flavour of traditional butter chicken with the comforting texture of Italian pasta

Grilled lamb chops at Gunpowder Social

Ba-Ba Black Sheep

  • Mumtaz

    GF$38

    Mildly spiced and slow-cooked in a rich, silky cashew-almond gravy with subtle fragrance

  • Saag Swagger

    GFNF$38

    Boneless chunks, simmered with creamy spinach until fork-tender & full of intense flavours

  • Holy Ghosht

    GFNFSpice level 1 of 3Chef Recommended$37

    Popular North Indian dish cooked in a heavily reduced, thick and intense spice masala

  • Rogan Josh

    GFNF$36

    Tender, slow cooked lamb in a rich aromatic sauce with Kashmiri chilli

  • Madras

    GFNFSpice level 2 of 3$36

    Tangy, robust South Indian-style coconut-based curry finished with vinegar and chilli for tang and spice

A sauté pan alight on the kitchen stove at Gunpowder Social

Beef It Up with Eye Fillet

  • King Korma

    GF$41

    A creamy cashew sauce (A Royal Favourite)

  • Reloaded Vindaloo

    GFNFSpice level 3 of 3$39

    A fiery Goan spice blend with a sweet-tangy-hot gravy

  • Heatwave Madras

    GFNFSpice level 2 of 3$39

    Bathed in a tomato-coconut creamy sauce balanced with vinegar and chilli

  • Village Style Moon Beef

    GFNFSpice level 1 of 3Chef Recommended$39

    Cooked in a rich aromatic sauce with bold spices

More Meats – Goat

  • Gunpowder Goat

    GFNF$41

    Aromatic black pepper goat balanced with creamy tangy yogurt

  • Village Style Goat

    GFNFSpice level 1 of 3Chef Recommended$38

    Cooked in aromatic spices - a Chefs secret - just sensational

Prawns with puree at Gunpowder Social

Oceans Bounty

  • Fish of Bengal

    GFNFSpice level 2 of 3$38

    Deliciously dish cooked in a spiced gravy with tomatoes, tamarind, mustard and curry leaves

  • Prawn Vindaloo

    GFNFSpice level 3 of 3$38

    Goan spice blend with a sweet-tangy-hot gravy

  • Prawn Malabari Curry

    GFNFSpice level 1 of 3$38

    A South Indian speciality simmered in coconut & creamy sauce

Curry served with rice at Gunpowder Social

Biryani & Rice

  • Goat Dum Biryani

    GFNF$38

    Fragrant basmati rice layered with mouth-watering, slow-cooked spiced Goat

  • Lamb Dum Biryani

    GFNFChef Recommended$38

    Fragrant basmati rice layered with mouth-watering, slow-cooked spiced lamb

  • Chicken Dum Biryani

    GFNF$34

    Tender pieces simmered with basmati rice, caramelized onion topping

  • Garden Biryani

    GFNFV opt$29

    Garden fresh vegetables in aromatic spices

  • Cumin Rice

    GFNFV$12

    Basmati rice gently tempered with cumin seeds

  • Steamed Rice

    GFNFV$8

    Plain steamed basmati rice

A garden salad of seasonal greens, tomato and cucumber at Gunpowder Social

On The Side

  • Garden Salad

    $12

    Seasonal greens, tomatoes, cucumber & onion with a lemon on the side

  • Ring Onions Salad

    $10

    Thinly sliced onion mixed with lemon juice and coriander

  • Kachumber Boom

    $10

    Chopped cucumber, onion & tomato tossed with coriander, lemon zest & a whisper of gunpowder spice

  • Raita Reimagined

    $8

    Silky yoghurt served with cucumber, tomato & hint of roasted cumin crafted to cool the spice

  • Poppadom Stack

    $6

    Delicate lentil crisps, served with chutney for the perfect crunchy snack

  • Flaming Chutney

    $4

    Sweet sun-ripened mangoes with a playful kick of chilli

Chutney & Pickles

  • Mango

    $4
  • Green Chutney Mint Sauce

    $4
  • Gunpowder Sauce

    $4
  • Hot Chilli Sauce

    $4
  • Heritage Pickles

    $4
Garlic naan drizzled with butter, from the tandoor at Gunpowder Social

Tandoori Flat Breads

  • Truffle Cheese Naan

    $12

    decadence personified ...a MUST DO

  • Cheese Chilli Naan

    $10

    A 'fusion' naan oozing with cheese & green chillies

  • Garlic Naan

    $9

    Brushed with bruised garlic & butter

  • Butter Naan

    $9

    Rich, pillowy naan, glazed with melted butter

  • Lachha Paratha

    $9

    Multi-layered, flaky bread with a golden crisp

  • Chilli Naan

    $8

    A 'fusion' naan oozing with green chillies

  • Chilli Roti

    $8

    Rustic wholemeal flatbread with a lively flourish of chilli.

  • Plain Naan

    $7

    Classic soft & fluffy naan bread

  • Roti

    $6

    Whole meal flatbread, light & earthy

Mixed vegetables and baby corn tossed with spices at Gunpowder Social

Go Green

  • Kofta Shots

    GF$34

    The perfect celebration food - creamy paneer-veggie bullets in a smooth pool of spiced masala sauce.

  • Saag Paneer

    GFNF$32

    Creamy, spiced spinach with cubes of soft paneer - a spongy sensation

  • Buratta Saag

    GFNFChef Recommended$32

    Creamy, spiced spinach with Italian cheese - a spongy sensation

  • Dal Bukhara

    GFNFSpice level 1 of 3Chef Recommended$28

    Slow-cooked black lentils in a smoky sauce finished with butter cream and fenugreek

  • Kadhai Paneer

    GFSpice level 1 of 3$28

    A street-style favourite, wok-tossed paneer with peppers, onions & tomatoes in a powerful sauce

  • Paneer Tikka Masala

    GFSpice level 1 of 3$28

    Char-smoked paneer finished in a spicy creamy gravy topped with crunchy onions and capsicum

  • Lazakedaar Mix Veg

    GFNFV optSpice level 2 of 3$26

    Mixed vegetable & baby corn tossed with hot garlic & grounded Indian spices

  • Corn & Mushroom

    GFNFV opt$26

    Sautéed spinach, mushroom & corn savoury dish is a popular combination cooked in a smokey Indian sauce

  • Lahori Cholay

    $26

    Lahore-style chickpeas simmered in a rich masala, layered with aromatic spices.

  • Dal Tadka

    GFNFV$24

    Beloved Indian lentil dish renowned for its comforting texture and burst of aromatic flavour

Please inform our team of any allergies or special dietary needs before ordering. Our kitchen prepares dishes that may contain gluten, soy, dairy and nuts. While we take strict precautions to prevent cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee that any item is completely free of allergens.

Prices are indicative and may change — please confirm when ordering.