The Asian-style fish menu at The Machhiwala goes well beyond Amritsari machhi. Alongside the Punjabi classics, the menu includes fish and chips, chilli fish, lemon fish and more. This guide explains what each dish is, how it tastes and how to order a balanced table, especially if your group includes people who prefer milder food.
Why Does a Punjabi Fish Restaurant Serve Asian-Style Fish?
The Machhiwala is a multi-cuisine restaurant, so its menu is wider than one tradition. Restaurant Guru notes that Chinese and Italian dishes are on offer alongside butter chicken, fish tikka and fried fish. In practice, that means guests can pick a classic Amritsari starter and an Asian-style fish dish in the same meal.
For mixed groups, this variety is a real advantage. Someone who wants a crisp, tangy plate and someone who wants a spicy wok-tossed dish can both be happy at one table.
What Is on the Asian-Style Fish Menu?
The Machhiwala’s delivery listing on Swiggy shows several fish dishes. Here is a summary of what the listing says:
| Dish | Style | What the listing says |
|---|---|---|
| Fish and Chips | Western pub style | Fish fillets in a light, crunchy batter with potato wedges and tartar sauce |
| Chilli Fish | Indo-Chinese | Fish wok-tossed with bell pepper, onion and green chilli, with a tangy taste |
| Lemon Fish | Asian style | Crispy fish in a sweet and tangy lemon sauce |
| Fish Finger | Crumb-coated | Golden, crunchy fish fingers with tartar sauce |
| Schezwan Fish | Indo-Chinese | Listed on the menu in a ten-piece portion |
| Vietnamese Fish Satay | Asian style | Listed on the menu in a twelve-piece portion |
The listing showed these dishes at roughly ₹750 to ₹815 when this guide was written. Delivery menus and prices can differ from the dine-in menu, so confirm what is available at the Circular Road restaurant before you order.
What Is Fish and Chips, and How Does It Differ From Amritsari Fish?
Fish and chips is a milder, simpler dish. The fish is coated in a light, crunchy batter and served with potato wedges and tartar sauce. The flavour comes from the sauce and a squeeze of lemon rather than from a spice marinade.
Amritsari fish, by contrast, is built on ajwain, ginger, chilli and a gram-flour coating. If you like gentle flavours, start with fish and chips. If you want something bolder, order the Amritsari classic.
What Is Chilli Fish?
Chilli fish is an Indo-Chinese favourite. The fish is tossed in a hot wok with bell pepper, onion and green chilli, then finished with a tangy sauce. It tastes savoury, a little spicy and slightly sharp.
It works well as a sharing dish. You can eat it with a fork or with your fingers, and it is a good choice if you enjoy the heat of chilli but do not want a heavy gravy.
What Is Lemon Fish?
Lemon fish is crisp fish coated in a sweet and tangy lemon sauce. It is brighter and lighter than chilli fish, and the heat level is usually gentler. That makes it a good pick for guests who like flavour without too much spice.
The sweet-and-sour balance also pairs well with a more savoury starter. Try it alongside a tikka for contrast, using the fish tikka comparison as a guide.
What About Schezwan Fish, Fish Fingers and Fish Satay?
Schezwan dishes are usually built on a spicy chilli-garlic sauce, so expect more heat. Fish fingers are crumb-coated and served with tartar sauce, which makes them a gentle option for younger diners. Fish satay is a skewered style of snack, listed here as a Vietnamese-style dish.
Recipes vary between kitchens, so ask the team how spicy each dish is before you order.
How Should You Order From the Asian-Style Fish Menu?
A balanced table mixes textures and heat levels. Try this approach:
- Pick one crisp, mild dish, such as fish and chips or fish fingers.
- Add one sauced dish, such as chilli fish or lemon fish.
- Add one grilled or classic Punjabi dish for contrast.
- Order vegetables or breads to round out the table.
- Share everything, and order in rounds so the fried dishes stay hot.
Groups with children can also read the family restaurant checklist for more planning ideas.
Are the Dishes the Same for Dine-In and Delivery?
Not always. The Machhiwala is also listed on Zomato and Swiggy, and the delivery menu can differ from the restaurant menu. Check the food menu (PDF) and ask the team about today’s availability. If you want drinks with your fish, the bar guide suggests flavour pairings.
Order or Reserve at The Machhiwala
The Machhiwala by Makhan Fish Co. is at 310-A, Circular Rd, Green Avenue, and it is open daily from 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Message +91-9800910011 on WhatsApp or use the reservation page to book a table. If you want to explore the neighbourhood first, read the Circular Road and Green Avenue guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on The Machhiwala's Asian-style fish menu?
Its Swiggy listing shows fish and chips, chilli fish, lemon fish, fish fingers, Schezwan fish and Vietnamese fish satay. Confirm the dine-in menu with the restaurant.
What is chilli fish?
Chilli fish is an Indo-Chinese dish. Fish is tossed in a hot wok with bell pepper, onion and green chilli and finished with a tangy sauce.
What is lemon fish?
Lemon fish is crispy fish in a sweet and tangy lemon sauce. It is usually milder than chilli fish.
Is fish and chips available at The Machhiwala?
It appears on the restaurant’s Swiggy listing as a bestseller, served with potato wedges and tartar sauce. Ask the team whether it is available for dine-in.
Which fish dish is best for children?
Fish fingers and fish and chips are usually the gentlest options because they are crumb-coated or battered and served with tartar sauce.
How do I reserve a table at The Machhiwala?
Message +91-9800910011 on WhatsApp or use the reservation page. The restaurant is open daily from 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM.