Tap Trap Indian Restaurant & Bar Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Tap Trap Indian Restaurant & Bar, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Edinburgh at 13A Melville Place. This cozy and inviting establishment offers a menu that celebrates the rich tapestry of Indian flavors.
Each dish is crafted with care, highlighting quality ingredients and authentic spices. From the flavorful shared platters to the standout chicken tikka and kalmi kebabs, every bite is a delightful experience. Diners rave about the well-suited dips and the vibrant choices available, ensured to satisfy any palate.
The cocktails are a must-try, with unique selections like the Melon Rum Swizzle captivating guests. Friendly and attentive staff enhance the dining experience, making it perfect for family gatherings or a casual night out. Whether you're a local or just visiting, Tap Trap is an essential stop for anyone craving authentic Indian cuisine.
DESI BAR BITES
Fries
Masala Fries
FRIED Sweet Corn
MASALA Sweet Corn
VEGETABLE SPRING Rolls
Masala Papad
Fries/Masala Fries
CHICKEN KALMI Kebab
TANDOORI CHICKEN MARINATED IN YOGURT AND SPICES GRILLED TO PERFECTION
CHCIKEN LOLIPOP
fried chicken wings in lolipop shape
Chicken 65
DEEP FRIED CHICKEN TOSSED IN SPICY SOUTH INDIAN CHILLI AND CURRY LEAVES
CHCIKEN Wings
JUICY WINGS MARINATED IN INDIAN SPICES AND HERBS GRILLED TO PERFECTION
DRUMS OF HEAVEN
CHICKEN LOLIPOP SMOOTHENED IN SWEET AND SPICY BELND
CHILLI CHCIKEN
STIR FRIED CHICKEN IN A SPICY CHILLI GARLIC SAUCE
Chicken Pakora
CHCIKEN TENDERS IN OUR GRAM FLOUR AND SPICY BATTER
FEATHERED FAVOURITES
FRESH CATCH
Tawa Fish
MARINATED HADDOCK IN CHEF'S SPECIAL SPICES
Fish Pakora
CRISPY FRIED FISH FRITTERS COATED IN SPICED GRAM FLOUR
SHRIMP FRITTERS
STIR FRIED SUCCULENT SHRIMP
Lamb Chops: (gf)
Tender Scottish lamb chops marinated in Indian spices, grilled to perfection
Haggis Pakora: (df)
Haggis in tempura batter
Lamb Chops
Tender Scottish lamb chops marinated in Indian spices, grilled to perfection
Haggis Pakora
Haggis in tempura batter
LAMB'S FINEST
Veggie Heaven
Gobi Manchurian: (gf/df)
Crispy fried cauliflower tossed in a sweet and sour sauce
Samosa Chaat
Crushed samosa and chickpea in yogurt, tamarind and mint chutney
Onion Bhajis: (gf/df)
Finely sliced onion smothered in a simple, fragrantly spiced batter
Yogurt Bombs
Crispy puri shells with yogurt with hint of tangy tamarind served cool
Veg Pakora
Crispy fried vegetables coated with gram flour and spices
Paneer Fritters: (gf/df)
Crispy fried paneer with vegetables
Broccoli Mozzarella Bites: (gf)
Gobi Manchurian
Crispy fried cauliflower tossed in a sweet and sour sauce
Onion Bhajis
Finely sliced onion smothered in a simple, fragrantly spiced batter
Paneer Fritters
Crispy fried paneer with vegetables
Broccoli Mozzarella Bites
Chicken biryani: (gf)
Aromatic rice with spices and herbs, served with raita and biryani sauce
Lamb biryani: (gf)
Aromatic rice with spices and herbs, served with raita and biryani sauce
Prawn biryani: (gf)
Aromatic rice with spices and herbs, served with raita and biryani sauce
Vegetable Biryani: (gf)
Aromatic rice with spices and herbs, served with raita and biryani sauce
Chicken biryani
Aromatic rice with spices and herbs, served with raita and biryani sauce
Lamb biryani
Prawn biryani
Vegetable Biryani
Tap Trap’s Biryani
Naan Wrap
Paneer / Tofu Wrap
Served with pain naan, mixed salad, coriander and spices
Chicken Tikka wrap
Served with plain naan mixed salad coriander and spices
Tandoori Chicken:
quarter
Chicken Tikka: (gf)
Diced Chicken breast marinated with tandoori yogurt sauce
Paneer Tikka: (gf)
Paneer marinated in special tap trap’s spices and yogurt
Reshmi Kebab: (gf)
Minced chicken kebab, skewered to perfection in clay oven
Lamb Seekh Kebab: (gf)
Spicy minced lamb skewers loaded with Indian flavors and grilled over open flame
Chicken Tikka
Diced Chicken breast marinated with tandoori yogurt sauce
Paneer Tikka
Paneer marinated in special tap trap's spices and yogurt
Reshmi Kebab
Minced chicken kebab, skewered to perfection in clay oven
Lamb Seekh Kebab
Spicy minced lamb skewers loaded with Indian flavors and grilled over open flame
The Tandoori Trap
The Curry Craft @ Tap Trap
Butter Chicken: (gf)
Cooked with silky makhani gravy with a hint of cream and onions
Chicken Tikka Masala: (gf)
Smooth and silky gravy with cashew nuts and spices
Paneer Butter Masala: (gf/v)
Paneer in rich creamy, cashew nut, buttery based sauce
Vegetable Jalfrezi: (gf/df/v)
Cooked with bell peppers, onions tomatoes and spices
Lamb Rogan Josh: (gf)
lamb cooked in combination of intense spices and creamy tomato sauce
Butter Chicken
Cooked with silky makhani gravy with a hint of cream and onions
Chicken Tikka Masala
Smooth and silky gravy with cashew nuts and spices
Paneer Butter Masala
Paneer in rich creamy, cashew nut, buttery based sauce
Vegetable Jalfrezi
Cooked with bell peppers, onions tomatoes and spices
Lamb Rogan Josh
lamb cooked in combination of intense spices and creamy tomato sauce
Veg Sharing for 2
Veg Pakora 4, Samosa 2, Paneer Pakora 4, Spring Rolls 4
Non-Veg Sharing For 2
Chicken Tikka 4, Chicken Wings 4, Lamb Chops 2, Kalmi Kebab 2
Non-Veg Sharing for 4:
Chicken Tikka 4, Chicken Wings 4, Lamb Chops 4, Kalmi Kebab 4, Lamb Seekh Kebab 4, Chicken Lollipop 4.
Tap Trap’s Special Sharing Platters
Rice, Breads & Sundries
Egg Fried Rice:
Chicken Fried Rice:
Jeera Rice:
Pilau Rice:
Boiled Rice:
Classic Naan:
Chilli Cheese Naan:
Garlic Naan:
Peshwari Naan
Butter Naan
Papadom
Raita:
Spiced Onions
Coriander mint Chutney
Mango Chutney
Firecracker Chicken Burger
Veg Burger
Margarita Pizza
Tandoori Pizza
Veg Pizza
Fish & Chips
Tap’s Patty & Pie
Sweet Rush
Gulab Jamun with Ice cream
Vanilla Ice Cream: 2 Scoops
Chai Affogato
Chicken Nuggets & Chips
Fish & Chips
Fish Fingers & Chip
Kid’s Fun
Feathered Favorites
Chicken Kalmi Kebab
Tender chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, grilled to perfection
Chicken Lollipop
Fried chicken wings in lollipop shape
Chicken 65
Deep fried chicken (tossed in spicy south Indian chilli and curry leaves)
Chicken Wings
Juicy wings marinated in Indian spices and herbs, grilled or fried to perfection
Drums of Heaven
chicken lollipop smothered in sweet and spicy blend
Chilly Chicken
Stir-fried chicken in a spicy chili-garlic sauce
Chicken Pakora
Chicken tenders in our gram flour and spice batter
Tennents Lager
Neck Oil
Kingfisher Lager
Cruzcampo Lager
Guinness Draught
Inches Cider
Draught Beers
Malt Whisky
Arran Port Cask
Balvenie Doublewood 12 yerars old
Bowmore 15 years old
Glen Scotia Double Cask
Laphroaig 10 year old
Talisker 10 years old
Monkey Shoulder
Jameson
Buffalo Trace Bourbon
Bulleit Rye
Jack Daniels
Blended Whiskey
OUR SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
Dirty Chaitini
Vodka, Espresso, Coffee liquor, Chai Syrup
Indian Winter Sour
Bourbon, honey, cardamom, lemon, egg white
Pineapple Milk Punch
Rum, coconut, pineapple, milk
Pomegranate Negroni
Campari, pomegranate, peppercorn, sweet vermouth, gin
Tap Trap Mule
Vodka, ginger, lime
Melon Swizzle
White rum, Dark rum, orgeat, mint, lime, Midori
Spicy Mango Margarita
Chilli Tequila, Cointreau, mango, lime, cumin
Non-Alcoholic Highball
Non-Alcoholic spirit, chai syrup, lime, tonic
Chenin Blanc
Wild Garde (South Africa) 250ml
Piquepoul/Terret
Cotes de Thau, l'Artete de Thau (France) 250ml
Viognier
Dindori Reserve, Sula Vineyards (India) 250ml
White
Red
Tempranillo
El Concierto Tinto, Virgen de las Vinas (Spain) 250 ml
Shiraz
Sula Vineyards (India) 250ml
Grenache Noir
Big Fuzz, Caves Fonjoya (France) 250ml
Rioja Alavesa
Mayela, Bideona (Spain) 250ml
Bordeaux Rouge
La Petite Lestrille, Chateau Lestrille (France) 250ml
Les Boules Rose
Vin de France (France) 250ml
Rose
Sparkling
Millesimato Spumante Extra Dry
Sacchetto (Italy) per bottle
Pet-Nat Rosado
Lia, Nivarius (Spain) per bottle