In short: Copperleaf (Pâquis, Geneva) serves 17 vegetarian starters and mains — including paneer tikka, palak paneer, dal tadka, chana masala, baingan bharta and vegetable biryani — plus 12 breads baked in the tandoor. Vegetarian dishes are marked “V” on the menu. Vegetarian mains cost CHF 22 to CHF 32.
India has more vegetarians than any other country, and its cooking shows it: lentils, chickpeas, fresh paneer cheese, smoky aubergine, spinach… At Copperleaf all our meat is halal-certified, but a large part of the menu contains no meat or fish at all. Here is how to find your way around it.
Vegetarian starters
- Vegetarian Samosas — crisp pastries filled with vegetables, CHF 12
- Onion Pakoras — crispy onion fritters, CHF 11
- Traditional Dal Soup — lentil soup, CHF 9
- Chef’s Salad — with the day’s garden produce, CHF 16
- Raita — cucumber yoghurt, CHF 7
- Crispy Gobi Dry Fry — golden fried cauliflower, from our Goan menu, CHF 20
Paneer: the vegetarian star
Paneer is a fresh Indian cheese that keeps its shape when cooked. It grills, simmers and soaks up spices beautifully — the best way into Indian food for a vegetarian.
- Paneer Tikka — marinated with mint and herbs and grilled in our charcoal tandoor, CHF 22
- Palak Paneer — paneer in a spinach sauce, mild and creamy, CHF 24
- Paneer Tikka Masala — paneer in masala sauce, spiced, CHF 24
- Paneer Bhurji — scrambled paneer with herbs and house spices, CHF 24
Vegetables and lentils
- Dal Tadka — Indian lentils finished with a “tadka” of hot tempered spices, CHF 22
- Chana Masala — traditional chickpea curry, CHF 23
- Baingan Bharta — tandoor-smoked aubergine, a true classic, CHF 23
- Veg Kadai — vegetables sautéed with peppers, onions and house spices, CHF 25
- Bhindi Masala — okra with onions, tomatoes and cumin, CHF 29
- Red Beans in Coconut — from our African menu, with rice and vegetables, CHF 22
Rice and vegetable biryani
Our Rajasthani Vegetable Biryani (CHF 32) is a meal in itself. To go with a curry, choose plain basmati (CHF 6), cumin rice (CHF 7), lemon rice (CHF 8) or saffron rice (CHF 9). See also our five styles of biryani.
Every bread is vegetarian
All 12 of our breads are baked to order in the tandoor: plain, garlic, cheese and chilli naans, sweet Peshawari naan, paratha, whole-wheat roti… and our signature three-cheese kulcha with za’atar. Read our guide to Indian breads.
A typical vegetarian meal for two
- To share: vegetarian samosas and onion pakoras
- Mains: palak paneer (mild) and chana masala (spicier)
- Sides: dal tadka, cumin rice and a garlic naan
- To cool down: a raita
Allow around CHF 50–60 per person for a full meal, excluding drinks.
Frequently asked questions
Is Copperleaf a good vegetarian restaurant in Geneva?
Yes: we serve 17 vegetarian starters and mains, plus 12 breads and 4 rice dishes. Vegetarian dishes are marked “V” on the menu, which is written in French and English.
Are there vegan dishes?
Several vegetable and lentil dishes may suit, but some recipes use ghee (clarified butter), cream or yoghurt. Tell our team when you order and they will guide you.
Are the vegetarian dishes spicy?
Not all of them. Palak paneer and dal tadka are mild; chana masala, paneer tikka masala and bhindi masala are spiced (one chilli on the menu).
Are vegetarian and meat dishes prepared separately?
If you have a strict requirement, mention it when you book and when you order — our team will explain how the dishes are prepared.
Book your table online or on 022 335 08 93 — and browse the full menu.