Where Fire Meets Flavor
Authentic Indian tandoor cuisine crafted over live flame. Seekh kebabs, naan, biryani, and curries rooted in centuries of tradition.
Live Tandoor
Every dish kissed by the 900°F clay oven — the heart of our kitchen.
Fresh & Seasonal
Locally sourced produce, house-ground spices, no shortcuts.
Family Recipes
Generations of culinary heritage brought to Portland's table.
Open Till 4 AM
Late-night cravings welcome. We're open every day until 4 in the morning.
Centuries of Flavor,
One Flame
Our recipes trace back to the royal kitchens of North India — slow-cooked, spice-layered, and alive with tradition.
Pacific Northwest
Soul
Portland's spirit of bold creativity meets the warmth of Indian hospitality — right here on Killingsworth.
Taste the Tradition
From our clay oven to your table — dishes that tell a story.
Karahi Masala
Bold tomato-based karahi with fragrant whole spices, finished in the wok over high flame.
Korma Masala
Creamy, aromatic, and gently spiced — a timeless classic.
Madrasi Goat Curry
Andhra Masala
Butter Chicken
Chettinad Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala
Coconut Curry
Seekh Kebab
Chef's PickSpiced minced lamb grilled on skewers in the tandoor, served with mint chutney.
$16Butter Chicken
Most LovedTender chicken in a velvety tomato-cream sauce, slow-cooked with aromatic spices.
$18Garlic Naan
House StapleHand-stretched flatbread baked on the tandoor wall, brushed with garlic butter.
$5Lamb Biryani
Weekend SpecialSlow-cooked basmati rice layered with spiced lamb, saffron, and caramelized onions.
$22Where the
Streets Come
Alive
From the smoky lanes of Old Delhi to the sizzling tawas of Mumbai — we bring that raw, unfiltered energy to every plate we serve in Portland.
Explore the Menu
"Every spice tells a story. Every dish carries a memory."
— The Silsila Kitchen
819 N Killingsworth St
Portland, OR 97217
A Flame That Started in 2019
Silsila — meaning 'chain' or 'connection' in Urdu — was born from a desire to bring the soul of Indian tandoor cooking to Portland.
Every recipe is a thread connecting generations of culinary tradition to your plate. We cook with fire, patience, and love.
Learn Our Story500+ Reviews
What Customers Say About Silsila The Flaming Tandoor
Silsila The Flaming Tandoor is North Portland's go-to destination for authentic Indian cuisine — from buttery naan and rich curry to fragrant biryani and smoky tandoori dishes. Whether you're ordering pickup, getting delivery, planning a catering event, enjoying a lunch meal, or satisfying a late-night craving, our Portland customers keep coming back. Read what they have to say below.
Open Every Night Until 4 AM
Late-night cravings? We've got you. Open daily 9 AM – 4 AM at 819 N Killingsworth St.
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Join us for lunch, dinner, or a private event. Reservations welcome.