Come for the spirits. Stay for the biryani.
Classic cocktails executed cleanly — and one you won’t find anywhere else. Nothing overly complicated. Just well-made drinks at a bar that happens to serve the best biryani in Leander. Texas Hill Country wines, local Austin beers, and bold South Indian bar snacks.
“Pookosu” Karuvepilai Melagu
Named for our signature cauliflower dish — this is the drink that tells the HOC story in one glass. Tamarind-infused Old Monk rum, fresh lime, a jaggery cloud and mint, with the unmistakable warmth of black pepper and curry leaf. Served on rocks or up.
On the rocks or straight up. Complimentary chakna also available — availability varies by day.
In every South Indian village tavern, the chakna matters as much as the drink.
Bold, fried and built to pair with whatever’s in your glass. All items made to order — ask your server about availability.
Veg Bites
Roasted peanuts tossed with shallots, chilies, curry leaves, lime & Chettinad spices.
Crispy fries tossed with chili, curry leaves & our house spice blend.
Golden-fried onion rings served with our signature dipping sauce.
Charred pineapple glazed with chili, lime & Chettinad spices.
Spicy Kongu-style mushrooms tossed with chilies, curry leaves & freshly roasted spices.
Crisp pastry filled with spiced mushrooms & our signature Chettinad masala.
Crispy cauliflower tossed with curry leaves, freshly crushed black pepper & aromatic Chettinad spices.
Street-style paneer sauteed with podi masala & curry leaves.
Broccoli florets marinated with saffron, yogurt & aromatic spices, then charred in the tandoor.
Non-Veg Bites
Crispy chicken wings with Chettinad pepper, curry-leaf chili or classic buffalo sauce & ranch dip.
Crispy fried chicken with curry leaves, garlic & chili.
Crispy frenched chicken wings tossed with curry leaves, chili & roasted spices.
Street-style chicken tossed with bold South Indian spices.
Crispy chicken tossed in a creamy cashew, milk, garlic & white-pepper sauce.
Tender meat slow-roasted with shallots, curry leaves, black pepper & aromatic Tamil spices.
Delicately sauteed goat brain with pepper, onion & curry leaves. Limited availability.
Seafood Bites
Shrimp roasted in aromatic ghee & Chettinad spices.
Prawns marinated with traditional tandoori spices & grilled to perfection.
Fresh fish marinated with chilies, ginger, garlic & coastal spices, then fried until crisp.
Fresh crab roasted with black pepper, shallots & Chettinad masala. Limited availability.
Sharing Platters
Chef’s selection of signature vegetarian bites.
A combination of our most popular non-vegetarian bites.
All items are made to order · No Artificial Colors · 18% gratuity for parties of 5+
Happy Hour, the Chettinad way.
Spiced cocktails, Texas wine and cold local draught at neighborhood prices. Double Happy runs Fri–Sat, 10–11pm.