San Jose · North Indian / Punjabi (Zabiha halal) · reviewed September 19, 2026
Peppertales (formerly Swaad)
A 100% Zabiha-halal Punjabi kitchen at 498 N 13th St (formerly Swaad) that works off organic meat from Farmers Fresh, with the tandoori, kulchas and butter chicken drawing the regulars; chicken biryani $14.99 sits on the official menu alongside the paneer and drinks.
Listing details
- Address
- 498 N 13th St, San Jose
- Phone
- +1-878-215-7960
- Website
- peppertales.us
- Hours
- Daily from 11am (lunch + evening service; official ordering site)
- Price
- $$
- Ratings
5.0 Google Maps
- Cuisine
- North Indian / Punjabi (Zabiha halal)
- Biryani
- Serves biryani
- Menu
- 6 dishes
5.0
Photos
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Menu
Partial capture — some dishes may be missing or the source page did not list a full menu. Captured 2026-09-19. Prices and availability change — confirm with Peppertales (formerly Swaad).
6 dishes · 1 named biryani
Biryani
| Dish | Price |
|---|---|
| Chicken Biryani | $14.99 |
Rest of the menu
| Dish | Price |
|---|---|
| Paneer Kulcha | $5.49 |
| Garlic Naan | $4.49 |
| Laccha Paratha | $4.99 |
| Mango Lassi | $4.49 |
| Masala Chai | $1.99 |
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