Vindalu
Fiery, tangy and full of bold flavor, Vindaloo is one of the most famous curries in Indian cuisine, and a favorite at Curry Gate for guests who love big, punchy flavors. You choose your protein and your spice level, and we cook it in our signature vindaloo sauce.
Choose your protein:
Chicken Vindaloo: tender chicken in the bold, tangy sauce. It's the most popular choice. Lamb Vindaloo: rich, hearty lamb that stands up well to the spices. Goat Vindaloo: traditional, full-flavored goat, a favorite in Indian and Nepali homes. Shrimp Vindaloo: juicy shrimp with a light sweetness that balances the tang and heat. Veg Vindaloo: a hearty vegetarian version with mixed vegetables.
Vindaloo comes from Goa, on India's west coast, where Portuguese and Indian cooking traditions blended centuries ago. Its name comes from the Portuguese dish carne de vinha d'alhos, meat cooked with wine vinegar and garlic. Goan cooks transformed it by adding local chillies and warm spices, creating the bold, tangy curry known around the world today.
Our Vindaloo sauce is built on dried red chillies, garlic, ginger, vinegar and a blend of warm spices like cumin, cinnamon, cloves and black pepper. The sauce is cooked down until thick and rich, then your choice of protein is simmered in it along with tender chunks of potato. The potatoes soak up the sauce and add a hearty, comforting texture.
The result is a curry that is tangy, aromatic and deeply flavorful, with a sharp kick from the vinegar and a warm finish from the spices.
You control the heat. Vindaloo is traditionally known as a hot curry, but at Curry Gate you choose your spice level from 1 to 10. Pick a mild 1–3 to enjoy the tangy flavor with gentle warmth, a medium 4–6 for classic vindaloo heat, or a fiery 7–10 if you're a true spice lover.
For the best experience, pair Vindaloo with steamed basmati rice to soak up the sauce, or scoop it up with Butter Naan or Garlic Naan. If you go for a higher spice level, a cool bowl of raita or a creamy Mango Lassi helps calm the heat.
Whether you're craving Chicken Vindaloo for lunch in Uptown, Lamb Vindaloo for dinner in South End, or a spicy Shrimp Vindaloo for takeout near NoDa, Curry Gate brings authentic Indian and Nepali flavors to Charlotte, NC. Order Vindaloo for dine-in, pickup or delivery.
FAQ
What is Vindaloo? Vindaloo is a tangy, spicy curry from Goa, India, made with red chillies, garlic, vinegar and warm spices. At Curry Gate, it's cooked with potatoes and your choice of protein.
What proteins can I choose for Vindaloo at Curry Gate? You can choose chicken, lamb, goat, shrimp or vegetables.
Is Vindaloo very spicy? Vindaloo is traditionally a hot curry, but at Curry Gate you choose your spice level from 1 (mild) to 10 (very hot).
Is there a vegetarian Vindaloo? Yes. Veg Vindaloo is made with mixed vegetables and potatoes in the same bold, tangy sauce.
Why does Vindaloo have potatoes? Potatoes are commonly added to vindaloo in Indian restaurants. They soak up the spicy sauce and add a hearty texture.
What goes best with Vindaloo? Vindaloo pairs well with steamed basmati rice, naan, and cooling sides like raita or mango lassi.
