Vadivelu

10/06/2026

What a great experience!!

"The food and service was absolutely amazing. Such a cozy and heart warming restaurant with great ambience. Thank you to Sam and Jason for their great hospitality. Will definitely be recommending this beautiful restaurant to others. Felt right at home from the moment we walked in the door...greeted by smiling faces and love in their hearts." - Achumile Jevu

There’s no better compliment than hearing that guests felt at home from the moment they walked through our doors. A huge thank you to Achumile for this wonderful review.

A special shout-out to Sam and Jason, and to our incredible team who work hard every day to create memorable experiences for our guests.

👉 BOOK ONLINE: https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude
📍151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.



Images by Vadivelu guest, Achumile Jevu 📷

03/06/2026

Feeling like Shellfish? We have some CRACKING NEWS...

Our specials board just got a whole lot more exciting with Crab and Crayfish now in stock, ready to make your curry experience even more Vadi-licking good.

Our friend Doug came all the way from Franschhoek just to taste it.

👉 BOOK ONLINE: https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude
📍151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

27/05/2026

Team building, but make it spicy!

“Went for a team building lunch. What an experience!”
— Warran Mouton

A big thank you to Warran and the team for choosing Vadivelu for your team lunch. We loved hosting you!

Located on Cape Town’s coolest street in the heart of the city, Vadivelu is the perfect spot for business lunches, team catch-ups, celebrations, or just escaping the office for a seriously good curry.

Gather your colleagues and come try it for yourself.

👉 BOOK ONLINE: https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude
📍151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.



Image by Vadivelu guest, Warran Mouton 📷

20/05/2026

Tapas, but not like you’ve had it before!

Quick business lunch? We’ve got you.
Feel like lingering a little longer? Even better.

From flavour-packed sharing plates to curries with serious attitude, Vadivelu is THE authentically South Africanly Indian restaurant.

And naturally, it all goes beautifully with an ice-cold Shy Elephant Indian Lager...Goes Nice with Spice. 🌶️

Gather your colleagues and come try it for yourself. BOOK ONLINE - https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

15/05/2026

Meet Your Perfect Curry Companion 🍻

It’s here. Introducing Shy Elephant Indian Lager. Now on tap at Vadivelu.

Light. Crisp. Refreshing.
Goes Nice with Spice. Perfect with any curry.

And yes, we’re pouring it fresh from the tap 🍺

👉 Come try it for yourself - https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

14/05/2026

Not all elephants make a noise… 🐘

Some just show up and change the game.

This one’s been shy, until now.

Tomorrow, we pour.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

13/05/2026

Made to go with Spice..

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

12/05/2026

Coming to your table...

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

11/05/2026

Something Nice is Brewing...🍺

We’ve been listening. You wanted the perfect curry companion.

Let’s just say, it’s coming.

Stay tuned!

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

29/04/2026

5 STARS across the board, and we’ll take it!

Big love to Veloshini Reddyv for this AMAZING review: “Food was amazing. The waiters are friendly and very attentive to the guests. They give you special attention. The food was delicious and the general atmosphere is cosy and warm. Very clean as well..”

Now that’s what we like to hear!

Veloshini's recommended dishes:
- Curry Bombs (Pani Puri): Puff balls with a savoury potato filling, all mint then chilli, topped up with a tamarind sauce. Cool & Refreshing. Shoot each down in one gulp . A street food staple!
- Chicken Tikka: The tandoori tikka dish we all know and love!
- Potato (Masala Dosa) - Truly Tamil and veli delicious. These savoury pancake wraps are made from a delicious rice & lentil ferment, served with coconut & curry dipping sauce. These should be a compulsory purchase!

To our incredible team, thank you for bringing the flavour and the feels every single day.

BOOK online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

22/04/2026

The countdown is on! Only 10 Days left to enjoy our 3-Course Sharing Platter at Restaurant Week South Africa

A bold, flavour-packed food experience designed for two, at just R375 per person.

👉 BOOK NOW: https://bit.ly/BOOKRestaurantWeek

What you get?

Start strong: Curry Bombs (Pani Puri) ×4 (V), Aloo Tikki or Chicken Tikka.

For Mains: Durban Lamb Curry, Chicken Kadai or Dhal Makhani. Served with rice, mango pickle & warm paratha.

Finish sweet: Any dessert to share (because you deserve it).

Big flavours. Bold combinations. Proper Vadivelu vibes.

Available for lunch & dinner until 2 May 2026. Sharing menu for two | R750 total.

Find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

15/04/2026

Our latest Special has landed, and it’s bringing the heat!

Chicken Chilli with a bold South East Asian twist.

Think crispy fried chicken tossed in a spicy, garlicky, soy-based sauce, with onions and peppers bringing the crunch and the punch.

It’s Indo-Chinese. It’s saucy. It’s seriously addictive.

Only R160. Come get yours before it disappears off the specials board

BOOK online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

10/04/2026

This is what R375 looks like at Vadivelu!

Restaurant Week is on, and trust us, you’ll want a seat at this table.

Introducing our 3-Course Sharing Platter (for two). A full-on flavour journey for just R375 per person.

Here’s what’s coming your way:

Starters:
Curry Bombs (Pani Puri) ×4 (V)
Aloo Tikki
Chicken Tikka

Mains:
Durban Lamb Curry
Chicken Kadai
Dhal Makhani
Served with rice, mango pickle & warm paratha

Dessert:
Any dessert to share (because you made it this far)

Big flavours. Bold combinations. Proper Vadivelu vibes.

Available for lunch & dinner until 03 May 2026
Sharing menu for two | R750 total

👉 BOOK NOW: https://bit.ly/BOOKRestaurantWeek

Find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.



Restaurant Week South Africa

08/04/2026

What-a-lot-I-got!

Our Specials Menu is growing, and things are getting seriously "VADILICIOUS".

From our decadent Crayfish Curry to flavour-exploding Curry Bombs, there’s something new (and seriously irresistible) for every kind of craving.

One visit might not be enough 😉

Come and get yours.

BOOK online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

26/03/2026

Restaurant Week is Back, and so are We...

Join us for Restaurant Week and experience our 3-Course Sharing Platter for just R375 pp. Book now - https://bit.ly/BOOKRestaurantWeek

So, what's all in the Restaurant Week Sharing Platter?

Starters:

- Curry Bombs (Pani Puri) ×4 (V)
Puff balls with a savoury potato filling, all mint then chilli, topped up with a tamarind sauce. Cool & Refreshing. Shoot each down in one gulp. A street food staple!

- Melted Cheese & Potato Cakes (Aloo Tikki)
Our guilty Indian hashbrowns. Shallow fried with a hint of spice.

- Chicken Tikka
The tikka dish we all know and love.

Mains:

- Durban Lamb Curry
This is it. The South African Indian Curry (on or off the bone).

- Chicken Kadai Curry
One of our few North Indian inspired dishes. A “wok curry”, cooked in a thick tomato, ginger & garlic sauce, on or off the bone.

- Lentil Curry (Dhaal Makhani)
Cooked with butter and cream.

Dessert:
- Any Dessert to share

*This deal is valid until 03 May 2026. Available for lunch & dinner. Please note: this is a shared menu for two guests and the price is R375 per person (sharing for two) — Total R750 for two.

Perfect for date night, mate night, or “just because” night.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.



Restaurant Week South Africa

25/03/2026

What a night!

We had the absolute privilege of hosting a memorable taster evening with some of Cape Town’s top hotels, and let’s just say, the vibes were as good as the curries.

From flavour-packed plates to big laughs around the table, it was all about building partnerships and sharing a little Vadivelu magic.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us:
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, One&Only Cape Town, Ellerman House l Relais & Chateaux, Taj Cape Town, The Cellars-Hohenort, Camps Bay Retreat, The Crystal Apartments, Latitude Aparthotels, ONOMO Hotels, InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town

Here’s to more collaboration, more connection, and a whole lot more spice!

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

18/03/2026

Our latest ‘Special’ has arrived...with a Vadivelu twist!

Deeply rooted in India’s rich culinary heritage, Kulfi, Indian ice cream, is very much a classic, but we’ve added in some orange to give it a bit of zing.

Creamy, slow-cooked, and infused with fresh orange, cardamom and a touch of saffron, it’s sweet but tangy and seriously refreshing. The perfect cool-down after a little heat 🔥

Only R80. Come and get yours.

BOOK online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

13/03/2026

Boom! Meet our Yogi Bombs!

Our new Specials Menu is out of this world, and first up on the hotlist is Yogi Bombs.

Crispy puri shells packed with spiced chickpeas or potatoes, topped with chilled yogurt, sweet tamarind, mint chutney, sev (small, crunchy, ground lentil noodles) and fresh herbs.

One bite and… flavour explosion.

Come get yours today.

BOOK online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

04/03/2026

Taking part in the Cape Town Cycle Tour this Sunday?

After 110km of conquering the Cape Peninsula, you deserve more than just a medal, you deserve a curry.

Join us after the race for a wholesome, flavour-packed feast to celebrate your incredible achievement.

Flash your race medal and we’ll pour you a FREE cocktail or glass of wine on the house, because you earned it.

We’re usually closed on Sundays, but legends require special treatment.

BOOK online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.



Cape Town Cycle Tour
Love Cape Town

18/02/2026

Mandalas and Us

So this guy Ashley walks in as we are kitting out Vadivelu nearly 3 years ago, and says he has the perfect artwork for our modern quirky Indian space.

Out of his boot he produces a big wooden “mandala”.

In the broader meaning of the word, a mandala is a spiritual Hindu symbol, representing The Universe. We thought that sounded pretty cool.

But Ashley’s mandala was Indian With Attitude, this incredible, intricate piece of work, forming a massive spider’s web of string in an array of colours, hooked around hundreds of tiny nails. Green in the morning, pink in the evening, we had to have it on our wall!

And then a second arrived, and a third, and a fourth, and right then we became a gallery for his work, just like we are today!

Free mandala viewing for all guests at Vadivelu.

BOOK online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

12/02/2026

Cape Town’s coolest street just got even brighter!

We’ve had a glow-up 🔥 Our bold new colours and fresh signage mean you’ll never miss your chance to find the best Indian food in town. (Honestly, just follow the orange.)

We’ve always been Indian. With Attitude.
Now we’re Indian with a colourful attitude too!

Visit us online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

11/02/2026

Pedal. Park. Parata. We’re doing something we never do…

Vadivelu is OPEN on Sunday, 8 March for Cape Town Cycle Tour day!

Yep, you heard right, we’re usually closed on Sundays, but, when Cape Town’s coolest street is full of cyclists, how can we say no?

Flash your race medal, and we’ll pour you a free cocktail or a glass of wine on the house, because you earned it!

BOOK online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.



Love Cape Town

We are just us. Authentically South Africanly Indian, if there is such a thing.

04/02/2026

Tigers & Us

Ever wondered why we have a few tigers dotted (or striped!) around the restaurant, right from the moment you walk over our big cat hand-painted on our entrance floor?

In Hinduism, the tiger symbolises strength, royalty, fearlessness, and regal power.

The tiger is associated with the powerful goddess Durga. A popular Hindu goddess, she was a fierce warrior who was believed to control all the powers in the universe. She was often depicted riding on a tiger with weapons in hand, ready to overthrow the forces of evil. Durga and her tigers were considered determined and courageous, able to defeat all obstacles and overcome any challenges.

At Vadivelu, we are slightly in awe of tigers so, to keep on their right side, we even had a tiger portrait commissioned.

Come and see for yourself!

BOOK online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

28/01/2026

What’s with all the peacock feathers?

Anyone know why we have so many of them around Vadivelu?

Not only are they colourful and pretty, peacock feathers have a special place in Hindu culture being strongly linked to Lord Krishna, a major deity, who wears them in his crown.

The peacock feather signifies good fortune, protection from evil, wisdom and prosperity. No wonder we have so many in the restaurant.

The perfect vibe-setters for a night of great food, warm company, and a little curry magic.

Come see for yourself.

BOOK online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.

23/01/2026

Spice is better when it’s shared!

Big thanks to Farren for this delicious shoutout: “Pleasantly surprised by this gem. Food is generous and delicious :) If you like hot food, don’t be scared to opt for the stronger heat options.”

At Vadivelu, our dishes are made for passing, tasting, fighting-over-the-last-bite kind of meals. So bring your friends, bring your appetite, and bring the heat 🔥 (Yes, you can handle it.)

Visit us online at https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude or find us at 151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town.

Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.



Images by Vadivelu guest, Farren Eckleton 📷