P&O Cruises Sindhu Menu
Sindhu is P&O Cruises’ speciality restaurant for contemporary Indian cuisine, combining regional Indian flavours with modern presentation and dishes ranging from seafood and curries to biryani and thali plates. This photographed menu is a current-style Sindhu menu featuring starters, main courses, vegan choices, signature thali plates, wine pairings and a dedicated signature cocktail.
I verified the venue against P&O Cruises’ current dining information. P&O Cruises describes Sindhu as an additional-charge Indian-British fusion restaurant and currently lists it aboard Arcadia, Aurora, Azura, Britannia, Iona, Ventura and Arvia. P&O also confirms that Sindhu dishes are individually priced rather than covered by a single restaurant cover charge.
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What Is Sindhu on P&O Cruises?
Sindhu is one of P&O Cruises’ speciality dining restaurants and focuses on contemporary Indian cuisine.
P&O Cruises currently categorizes Sindhu as an additional-charge restaurant and describes the experience as Indian-British fusion dining. The cruise line has featured Sindhu as one of its signature speciality restaurants for years, although menus evolve and individual dishes can change.
The photographed menu also introduces a heat guide designed to help diners choose dishes according to their preferred level of spice:
- 1 – Fragrant: mild and rich in flavour
- 2 – Gentle Warmth: soft, balanced glow of heat
- 3 – Lively Heat: vibrant warmth with bold character
That makes it easier to distinguish dishes that are aromatic rather than particularly spicy from those offering considerably more heat.
Sindhu Asha Signature Cocktail
The featured cocktail on this Sindhu menu is the Sindhu Asha, priced at £9.90.
It combines:
- Golden Tide Rum
- Crème de Pêche
- Passion fruit
- Mango
- Fever-Tree Indian Tonic
The menu explains that “Asha” means wish and hope in Hindi and describes the drink as a celebration of optimism.
The cocktail combines the richness of Golden Tide rum with peach and tropical fruit flavours before being topped with Fever-Tree tonic. Chilli and a lime wedge add a contrasting finish.
Sindhu Starters
The photographed menu offers six starters, including crab, prawns, pork, chicken and plant-based choices.
Kerala Nyannd Masala Crab Meat Tian
Heat level: 2
This crab starter combines:
- Black mustard seeds
- Shallots
- Chilli
- Ginger
- Light coconut and cashew curry sauce
It is marked gluten-free.
Aloo Ki Banavat
Heat level: 3
Aloo Ki Banavat is a vegetarian potato-focused starter featuring textures of potato.
The dish combines green chilli, ginger and cumin potato galette with straw potatoes and crispy-fried vegetable samosas.
It is served with cool yoghurt, coriander and coconut chutney, tamarind drizzle and pomegranate gems.
Hara Bhara Grilled Tiger Prawns
Heat level: 1
The tiger prawns are marinated in coriander, ginger and mint and accompanied by:
- Saffron-infused shellfish mayonnaise
- Pineapple chutney
- Coriander oil
The dish is marked gluten-free.
The menu recommends pairing the prawns with Spy Valley Kimi Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand:
- 175ml – £8.20
- 250ml – £10.90
- Bottle – £32
The wine is described as bringing freshness to the shellfish mayonnaise while its tropical fruit character complements the pineapple chutney.
Goan Pork and Choris Chilli Fry
Heat level: 3
This richer starter features slow-cooked pork belly with:
- Chorizo
- Onions
- Garlic
- Peppers
- Aromatic spices
It is served with a traditional Goan Katre Pao bun.
Indian Street Food Starters
The menu also has a section inspired by Indian street food, or “chaat,” with dishes intended to offer authentic flavours and contrasting textures.
Chettinad Kozhi Chicken
Heat level: 2
This dish consists of Tamil-spiced chicken breast served cold on a bed of chickpea, coconut and mango sundal.
It is accompanied by tomato and tamarind sauce, chicory, and mint and coriander chutney.
The dish is marked gluten-free.
Sev Puri
Heat level: 1
The vegan Sev Puri features crispy bite-sized puri shells filled with:
- Tamarind mashed potatoes
- Coconut yoghurt
- Sweet tamarind chutney
- Crunchy chickpea noodles
It is served cold with red onion salad.
Sindhu Main Courses
The main-course menu continues the contemporary Indian theme with seafood, beef, chicken, lamb and a vegan biryani.
There is also a Chef’s Showcase section. The menu explains that this is a single standout dish created by the onboard chefs, with the selection and inspiration presented separately by the waiter.
Kayal Catch
Heat level: 1
Kayal Catch consists of a lentil-crusted cod fillet accompanied by:
- Mustard seed-infused polenta mash
- Wilted spinach
- Tomato, tamarind and coconut sauce
The dish is marked gluten-free.
Beef Fillet Bhuna Gosht
Heat level: 3
For passengers looking for a meat-focused main course, Beef Fillet Bhuna Gosht combines a 6oz beef fillet steak with Indian spices and accompaniments.
The steak is cooked to the guest’s preference with garam masala and served with:
- Cumin and spinach purée
- Tadka-spiced mashed potatoes
- Coriander and cumin-glazed carrot
- Bhuna gravy
The dish is marked gluten-free.
Shahi Murgh Chicken Korma
Heat level: 1
The Shahi Murgh Chicken Korma is one of the mildest main courses on the menu.
Tender chicken breast is gently cooked in a cardamom-scented cashew cream sauce and served with pilau rice and Kachumber salad.
It is marked gluten-free.
Lamb Rogan Josh
Heat level: 2
The Lamb Rogan Josh features slow-cooked pulled lamb shoulder in a traditional Kashmiri-style curry.
It comes with:
- Crispy-tempered green peas
- Pilau rice
- Kachumber salad
The dish is gluten-free.
The menu recommends pairing the Lamb Rogan Josh with Famiglia Castellani Chianti Riserva from Tuscany:
- 175ml – £8.00
- 250ml – £10.20
- Bottle – £30
The wine pairing is intended to complement the warming spices and richness of the lamb.
Exotic Mushroom Dum Biryani Pot
Heat level: 2
The Exotic Mushroom Dum Biryani Pot provides a substantial vegan main course.
It combines slow-cooked porcini, oyster and chestnut mushrooms with fragrant basmati rice.
The dish is sealed beneath a golden nigella and rose-scented bread crust and baked in a cast-iron pot.
It is accompanied by:
- Coconut and tamarind sauce
- Raita
- Kachumber salad
The menu marks the dish vegan.
A Château du Moulin-à-Vent from France is recommended as the wine pairing:
- 175ml – £10.90
- 250ml – £14.70
- Bottle – £43
Sindhu Signature Thali Plates
One of the most interesting options on this menu is the Signature Thali Plates section.
A thali provides smaller portions of several dishes together, allowing diners to sample a wider selection during one meal.
Both photographed thali options carry a £5 additional charge.
Sindhu Selection Thali
Heat level: 2
Supplement: £5
The Sindhu Selection includes:
- Shahi Murgh Chicken Korma
- Lamb Rogan Josh
- Dal Makhani
- Lentil-crusted cod fillet with mustard seed-infused polenta mash, wilted spinach and coconut and tamarind sauce
- Pilau rice
- Onion bhajis
- Naan bread
- Kachumber salad
The recommended wine is The Beach by Whispering Angel, Côtes de Provence, France:
- 175ml – £10.90
- 250ml – £14.70
- Bottle – £43
P&O Cruises has offered signature thali-style selections on previous Sindhu menus as well, although the individual dishes have changed over time.
Vegan Selection Thali
Heat level: 2
Supplement: £5
Sindhu also offers a completely vegan thali.
It includes:
- Chickpeas in tamarind and coconut sauce
- Roasted butternut squash saag with toasted cashews
- Vegan keema matar
- Chilli, ginger and nigella seed potatoes
- Pilau rice
- Onion bhajis
- Naan bread
- Kachumber salad
The photographed menu recommends Raventós i Blanc “De Nit” Rosado Brut:
- 125ml – £8.00
- Bottle – £32
The pairing is described as a sparkling rosé whose acidity contrasts with the creamy chickpeas while its fruit complements the spiced squash.
Extra Sides
The main courses are described as fully plated, but diners can order additional sides for £1.50 each.
Options include:
- Pilau Rice – vegan and gluten-free
- Dal Makhani – vegan and gluten-free
- Naan Bread – vegan
- Paratha Bread – vegan
These are intended as additional dishes for the table rather than necessary accompaniments to complete the main courses.
Vegetarian and Vegan Options at Sindhu
The photographed menu provides several clearly marked meat-free choices.
Vegetarian dishes include Aloo Ki Banavat, while vegan choices include Sev Puri and the Exotic Mushroom Dum Biryani Pot.
The Vegan Selection Thali is particularly useful for passengers wanting a larger plant-based meal because it combines several different Indian dishes on one plate.
P&O Cruises has offered vegetarian and vegan alternatives on Sindhu menus previously, including dedicated vegetarian thali options.
Is Sindhu Included on P&O Cruises?
No. Sindhu is a speciality dining restaurant and carries an additional charge.
P&O Cruises currently states that Sindhu operates on an à la carte basis, with menu items individually priced. This differs from venues where passengers pay a single fixed cover charge.
The photographed pages do not show the individual base price for every starter and main course, so those prices should not be assumed.
What can be confirmed from these pages is that the Signature Thali Plates carry a £5 additional charge and extra side dishes cost £1.50 each.
Which P&O Cruises Ships Have Sindhu?
P&O Cruises currently lists Sindhu aboard:
- Arcadia
- Aurora
- Azura
- Britannia
- Iona
- Ventura
- Arvia
That makes Sindhu one of P&O Cruises’ most widely available speciality restaurants.
Menus can differ between ships and sailings, so passengers should not assume that every Sindhu restaurant will offer exactly the dishes shown in these photographs.
P&O Cruises Sindhu Menu FAQ
What type of food does Sindhu serve?
P&O Cruises describes Sindhu as an Indian-British fusion speciality restaurant. Its menus feature contemporary interpretations of regional Indian dishes and flavours.
Is Sindhu free on P&O Cruises?
No. Sindhu is an additional-charge speciality restaurant. P&O Cruises currently states that dishes are individually priced.
Is Sindhu available on every P&O Cruises ship?
Sindhu is currently available aboard Arcadia, Aurora, Azura, Britannia, Iona, Ventura and Arvia.
Does Sindhu have vegan food?
Yes. This photographed menu includes several vegan dishes, including Sev Puri, Exotic Mushroom Dum Biryani Pot and a dedicated Vegan Selection Thali.
Does Sindhu have gluten-free options?
Yes. Numerous dishes on this menu are marked gluten-free, including the crab starter, grilled tiger prawns, Chettinad chicken, cod, beef fillet, chicken korma and lamb rogan josh.
Is everything at Sindhu very spicy?
No. The menu uses three different heat levels ranging from mild and aromatic dishes to options with considerably more warmth. For example, the Shahi Murgh Chicken Korma is marked at heat level 1, while the Beef Fillet Bhuna Gosht is level 3.
Does Sindhu have a thali?
Yes. This menu includes both a Sindhu Selection and Vegan Selection thali. Each carries a £5 supplement and combines smaller portions of several dishes and accompaniments.
Can you order wine at Sindhu?
Yes. The menu includes specific wine pairings alongside selected dishes, with prices by the glass and bottle.
Does Sindhu have a signature cocktail?
Yes. The photographed menu features the Sindhu Asha for £9.90, made with Golden Tide Rum, Crème de Pêche, passion fruit, mango and Fever-Tree Indian Tonic.
Final Thoughts on the P&O Cruises Sindhu Menu
Sindhu remains one of the more distinctive speciality dining choices across the P&O Cruises fleet. This menu combines recognizable favourites such as chicken korma and lamb rogan josh with more contemporary dishes including lentil-crusted cod, beef fillet bhuna gosht and an elaborate mushroom dum biryani.
The thali plates are particularly useful for passengers who would rather sample several dishes instead of committing to one main course, and the dedicated vegan thali gives plant-based diners a substantial alternative.
The menu also makes navigating the restaurant easier by clearly indicating heat levels and dietary options, while suggested wine pairings and the Sindhu Asha signature cocktail add to the full dining experience.
As with all cruise ship restaurant menus, individual dishes and prices can change. These photographs provide a useful look at the P&O Cruises Sindhu menu offered at the time they were taken, while the exact menu available during a future sailing should be confirmed onboard.
I don’t suppose there is a picture of the desert options? Last week (17th Sep) I had a chocolatey cake desert and a glass of the recommended wine. the wine was delicious but I can’t remember what it was.
Hi Colin! Unfortunately I don’t have a photo of the dessert options from that sailing, and I wasn’t able to confirm which wine was paired with the chocolate dessert. If I come across that menu, I’ll definitely add it to the page. Thanks for visiting CruisePrism!