The Onion Tree

242 Sea Cliff Ave, Sea Cliff
(516) 916-5353

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Short Ribs Darjeeling Style Pizza
Darjeeling Style Short Ribs Pizza
Three Spiced Day Boat Scallops
Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza
Dosa Waffle and Pani Puri
Forbidden Rice Pudding
Trio of Chutneys Papad
Chocolate Lava Cake
Chicken Tikka Pizza
King Salmon Cafreal

Menu

Appetizers
Quesadilla de Carne Asada
Chili/Lime Rub + Onions + Chihuaha
Empanada Rellenas
Chicken + Cheddar + Cilantro
Guacamole Chilango
Cilantro + Serrano + Pico de Gallo
Quesadilla Repochetas
Frijoles + Xni Pec + Onions + Cotija

Tacos
Pescado Frito (Fried Fish)
Pacific Cod + Salsa Verde + Pico
Barbacoa (Lamb)
Guajillo Chile Adobo + Tomatillo Salsa
Camarones (Shrimp)
Shrimp + Pipian + Mole + Cilantro + Pico (contains nuts)
Carnitas (Pork Shoulder)
Xni Pec + Salsa Verde + Lime
Pina (Roasted Pineapple)
Salsa Pippin + Pico + Oregano
House Made Merguez
Lamb + Pico di Gallo + Cilantro (2)
Chicken Tandoori
Salsa Verde + Kachumber + Cilantro (2)

Accompaniments
Frijoles
Served with Tortilla Chips
Salsa Verde
served with Tortilla Chips
Salsa Roja
Served with Tortilla Chips
Pipian (sesame)
Served with Tortilla Chips
Pico de Gallo
Served with Tortilla Chips
Guacamole
Served with Tortilla Chips

Pizza Napoletana
Chicken Tikka Masala
Cinnamon + Coriander Seeds + Cumin Seeds + Garlic + Turmeric + Onion + Fried Chilies
Palak Paneer
Spiced Spinach puree + Ghee fried Paneer + Red Onion + Tadka + Cilantro
Masala Margherita
SM Tomatoes + Fior di Latte + Basil + Sea Salt + Tadka + Curry Leaves + Chilies
Margherita Pizza
San Marzano Tomatoes + Fior di Latte + Basil + Sea Salt + EVOO
Funghi
Wild Mushrooms + Taleggio + Fontina + Garlic + Thyme + White Truffle Oil

Appetizers
Jay's Balls (the original)
Pastured Cumin/Garlic Lamb Balls in a fiery spicy vinaigrette with pickled cucumber and yogurt
Pumpkin Rassam (Vegan + GF)
A soup inspired by the Southern Indian classic, Rassam - with a twist - Pumpkin in place of lentils - spiced with Turmeric, Coriander, Byaddaga Chilies, Black Pepper, Ginger, Garlic, Tamarind and more
Trio of Chutneys + Papad
Mango + Cilantro/Mint + Ginger
Gol Gappa (aka Pani Puri)
Mango/Amchur "Water" + Kachumber + Sev + Cilantro
"Dosa" Waffle
Coconut chutney and hari chutney.
Voodoo Chicken Wings with Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Jay's voodoo spice mix, Jay's bourbon BBQ sauce, and tomato-cucumber salad. Dairy-free.
Voodoo Chicken Wings with Spicy Tamarind Ginger Sauce
Jay's voodoo spice mix, jay's spicy tamarind ginger sauce, tomato-cucumber salad. Dairy-free.
"Tandoori" Chicken Skewers
Pasture raised Chicken Thighs, in our classic Mustard Oil Marinade served with a duo of Chutneys
Tandoori Paneer Skewers
house made Paneer, in our classic Mustard Oil Tandoori Marinade, served with a duo of Chutneys
"Bombay" Gumbo
Chef Jay's ode to N'Orleans classic - a double Chicken Broth, spiced with Cumin, Coriander, Garam Masala, Cayenne, - with pastured Chicken Thighs, house made Merguez, Prawn & Basmati

Sandwiches
Sunnybrook Farm's Grass Fed Beef Burger
Duck bacon, cheddar, pepper jack, L.O.T, and house-cut fries.

Wood-Fired Pizza Napoletana
Margherita Pizza
Chicken Tikka Pizza
Paneer Makhani Pizza
BUtter Tomato Cream + Ghee Fried Paneer + Red Onion + Tadka + Cilantro
Masala Margherita
San Marzano Tomatoes + Fior di Latte + Basil + Sea Salt + Tadka + Curry Leaves + Chilies
Short Rib Pizza
Lemongrass + Scallions + Ginger + Tamari + Gorgonzola + Onion + Pepperoncini
Calabrese Pizza
San Marzano Tomatoes + Mozzarella + Parmegiano Reggiano + Pepperoni + Chili Calabrese + Oregano
Funghi Pizza
Wild Mushrooms + Taleggio + Fontina + poached Garlic + Oregano + White Truffle Oil

Entrees
Grass Fed Beef Short Ribs Rogenjosh
A dish inspired by the Kashmiri classic - Short ribs in a Fennel, Mace, Black & Green Cardamom, spiced Lamb Broth - finished with hung Yogurt - served with Broccolini & steamed Basmati
"Tenga" - Assamese Sweet & Sour Fish (Wild Caught Halibut) "Curry"
A cherished memory - from my only trip to Guwahati - Striped Bass marinated in a Fennel/Ginger/Turmeric marinade in a Star Anise, Kaffir Lime & Tomato Sauce. Baby Carrots & steamed Basmati

Keep Calm and Curry On
Butter Chicken
A New Delhi Classic - my old stomping grounds at Pandara Market - Chicken Thighs, marinated in cream and spices, cooked in a Tomato/Cream/Butter sauce spiced with Fenugreek Leaves, Coriander, Garam Masala & Guntur Chilies. Served with Rice/ Roti & Kachumber
Maa's Sweet Spicey Chicken Curry - contains nuts
A 95 year old recipe from my Grandmother. Chicken thighs, on the bone, cooked in Heavy Cream spiced with Mace, Cinnamon, Cardmom, Star Anise eat al, garnished with Cashew and Raisins. Served with Steamed Basmati Rice, Phulka Roti, Kachumber, Cilantro
Kalu miyan ki raan ke kebab - Lamb Shank
From the streets of Lucknow, Colorado Lamb Shank marinated in Ginger/Garlic Paste, Mint, raw Papaya, Black Cardamom & Degi Mirch et al. Slow roasted, & served with Phulka Roti, Onion, Lemon & Mint.
Daal Panchratna
From the Thar Desert - a medley of 5 lentils - Toovar/Moong/Chana/Urad/Masoor - slow cooked in Turmeric, Mathaniya chilies, Coriander, Cumin, Ginger, Garlic et al finished with a Ghee Vaghar - spicy, complex and comforting - served with Kachumber, Phulka Roti, steamed Basmati
Bum tchoonth waingan (Eggplant & Apple Curry) (Ve)
A long lost recipe - never seen in a restaurant - slow cooked Apples & Baby Eggplant - spiced with Saunth, Fennel, Coriander, & Reshampatto, served with Steamed Basmati, Phulka Roti, Kachumber, Cilantro
Paneer Makhani
A New Delhi Classic - delicious Malai Paneer ina Butter, Cream, Tomato Sauce- garnished with Kasoori Methi and finished with Mummy's Tadka. Served with basmati rice, roti, and kachumber.
Ghazaala (Lamb in Green Chilies)
A favorite of the Nizam of Hyderabad, tender Lamb Shoulder, in Yogurt, Green Chilies, Cilantro, Coriander, Turmeric, Ginger & Garlic - comforting, simple yet complex. Served with Steamed Basmati Rice, Roti and Kachumber
Yeti Gassi - Mysore Prawn Curry
A classic from the City of Palaces, Mysore. Prawns cooked in a Gunter chili Spiced Coconut Milk & Tamarind Broth, Curry leaves and more. Delicious, creamy and dairy free. Served with Steamed Basmati Rice, Roti and Kachumber
nawabi Machhi Korma - Local Black Bass korma (contains nuts)
Wild Caught Black Bass in a classic Lucknow style Korma - Cream, Yogurt, Cashew sauce, spiced with Cardamom & Green Chilies mounted with a "little" butter .) with steamed Basmati & Roti...

Sides
Side Gunpowder Fries
Side Roti (4 pc)
Side Plain Fries
Side Sauteed Baby Spinach
Tomato, Onion, Cucumber Raita
Side Chaat Masala Fries
Side Paratha (layered unleavened bread - 2 pc)
Side Charred Broccolini
Sauteed Haricot Vert

Desserts
Forbidden Rice Pudding
Mango, berries, and ginger gelato.

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Recent Reviews

Intimate and cozy little gem. Kyle served up amazing food and great conversation at the bar. The burrata chaat was bursting with savory and sweet flavors of pomegranate and cilantro. Then the masala margarita pizza was a toasty puffy crust with a thin center topped with spicy tomato and creamy cheese. We then shared the faroe salmon - tender and moist, served with fluffy white rice and a green cilantro sauce.
December 2025
One of the best Indian restaurants I’ve ever been to. I got the Ma’s Sweet and spicy chicken curry- beautiful presentation and even better taste…perfect spice level and depth of flavor. I was a bit skeptical of Italian/Indian fusion, but the chicken tikka pizza was sooo delicious. The dough was excellent. Moreover, the service was stellar… so friendly and attentive. Thanks Carmine! Must go.
December 2025
Every dish is worth trying!

The restaurant is a delightful fusion of Indian food. Their Indian-inspired pizzas are a standout. The chefs have brought a flavorful finesse to every dish and the service is impeccable. A must-visit for anyone seeking a fresh take on Indian flavors.
June 2025

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The Onion Tree

242 Sea Cliff Ave, Sea Cliff, NY 11579
(516) 916-5353