Blue Monk is a contemporary Nepalese and Indian restaurant located at 19–21 High Street in Bedford. Led by award-winning chef Sudha Shankar Saha, the restaurant offers a refined yet welcoming atmosphere, blending traditional subcontinental flavours with modern culinary techniques. The interior is designed to provide a warm and inviting dining experience, making it a popular choice for both casual meals and special occasions.
The menu at Blue Monk showcases a diverse range of dishes that reflect the rich tapestry of Nepalese and Indian cuisine. Starters include the duck roll, featuring spiced confit Barbary duck varuval with lingonberry compote and chilli oil, and momo - Tibetan-style dumplings available with chicken, lamb, or vegetable fillings, served with a spicy Himalayan sauce.
For main courses, guests can choose from a variety of options such as the piro king prawn, marinated spicy king prawns cooked in a jal-style sauce, and the trishuli macha, salmon prepared in a medium-spiced sauce with onion, garlic, ginger, coriander, and green chillies. The menu also features traditional curries like saagwala, dhansak, and pathia, as well as signature dishes including murgh makhani and jalfrezi.
Vegetarian and vegan options are plentiful, with dishes like sag aloo and bombay aloo, ensuring that all dietary preferences are catered to. Accompaniments such as naan breads - available in varieties like garlic, cheese, and peshwari - and a selection of rice dishes complement the main courses.
Blue Monk offers a selection of beverages to accompany its meals, enhancing the overall dining experience. With its combination of authentic flavours, innovative dishes, and a comfortable setting, Blue Monk stands out as a premier destination for Nepalese and Indian cuisine in Bedford