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28/10/2026
Date Night. Curry Bombs. Mind-Blowing Flavours!
"The Restaurant Week special is a steal, book before it ends!"
A huge thank you to Achmed Giesler for this fantastic 5-star review of our Restaurant Week special!
"We went for a couples date night with the restaurant week special. And what a treat it was. The best Indian dining experience ever! And excellent value for money. Lovely venue, good service, affordable w**e list and then the food…. Mind blowing! It was advertised as a 3-course meal, but it is more like a 7-course meal, excluding all the restaurants tasty accompaniments. And dont forget the Indian ice cream, wow! The restaurant week special is a steal, book before it ends! A new gem for me and I will be back."
If you haven't visited us yet during Restaurant Week, what are you waiting for?
BOOK ONLINE: https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude
📍151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town
Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.
Images by Vadivelu guest, Achmed Giesler 📷
21/10/2026
We're About to Pour on the Attitude!
For the first time ever, we're bringing together bold Indian flavours and exceptional South African w**es for a very special afternoon at Vadivelu!
Join us on Sunday, 15 November, for our inaugural W**e Pairing Lunch with Bruce Jack W**es! 🍷
What's on the menu?
- 4 delicious courses.
- 4 perfectly paired w**es.
- Bruce Jack talking us through each w**e and its pairing as we go.
Great food. Exceptional w**e. A little education. And plenty of attitude!
It's going to be a Vadi-good afternoon, and we can't wait to share it with you.
SAVE THE DATE! 📅 Sunday, 15 November 2026.
Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.
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16/10/2026
TOP 100 for the THIRD YEAR IN A ROW! Not Bad for a Little Curry House With Attitude!
We're proud to be ranked in South Africa's Top 100 restaurants in the 2026 Dineplan Reviewers' Choice Awards, presented by American Express.
This recognition is based on reviews from diners who have visited and experienced our restaurant.
It's all thanks to YOU!
To our incredible team, from the kitchen to the front of house, THANK YOU! Your hard work, passion and personality are what make Vadivelu so special.
And to our wonderful guests, thank you for dining with us, sharing your experiences, leaving reviews and coming back for more.
Now, who's up for a celebratory curry?
BOOK ONLINE: https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude
📍151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town
Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.
13/10/2026
Too Cool for Ordinary Curry!
We are incredibly proud to have made the list of Cape Town's Top Cool Restaurants!
A big thank you to Cape Tourism for featuring Vadivelu among 16 of the city's coolest places to eat!
"That is what cool means here: a restaurant with its own point of view, where Cape Town’s own crowd actually goes, and where you can walk in on a Tuesday and leave happier than you arrived."
From our legendary Curry Bombs and Durban Curries to Chef Jai's Showcase for Two, Shy Elephant Indian L***r on tap, and a few tigers keeping an eye on proceedings, Mycapetourism certainly did their homework!
We also love that they shared the story behind our name, our Tamil heritage, and the family roots that make Vadivelu so special.
And we couldn't agree more with their final words of advice: "One warning, given with love: hot here means hot."
We're incredibly proud of our team for bringing the flavour, personality and attitude every single day.
Thanks for the love, Cape Tourism!
BOOK ONLINE: https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude
📍151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town
Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.
07/10/2026
Anniversaries are better with curry!
We love being part of your special occasions, and this wonderful review from Anna Wright absolutely made our day...
"We were blown away by a great dinner experience for our anniversary last month. The service was lovely, both from our waitress Tash, and from the owner who came over to wish us and offer recommendations. We opted for Chef Jai’s Showcase for Two. The food was incredibly tasty (so many well-balanced flavours), and portions generous - we even had leftovers to take home. The prawns in the curry were tender and melted in the mouth. They also offered us an extra dessert on the house. Both the kulfi and semolina puddings were delicious. We will definitely be back, next time to taste the crayfish curry." Anna Wright
Thank you for choosing to celebrate your anniversary with us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another Vadi-good experience!
If you haven’t visited us yet, what are you waiting for?
BOOK ONLINE: https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude
📍151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town
Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.
30/09/2026
YOUR TABLE IS WAITING!
Restaurant Week South Africa is here, and we are offering a specially curated 3-Course Sharing Platter for two! BOOK HERE - https://bit.ly/BOOKNOWRestaurantWeek
This is what is waiting for you...
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!
- Butter Chicken Samoosas ×4: Just graduated from the Specials Board because you all want them!
- Chicken Tikka: The tikka dish we all know and love!
Mains:
- Durban Lamb Curry (on or off the bone): This is it. The South African Indian Curry.
- Aloo Gobi: Potato and Cauliflower Curry
- Chicken Kadai (on or off the bone): One of our few North Indian inspired dishes. A “wok curry”, cooked in a thick tomato, ginger & garlic sauce.
Served with rice, mango pickle and warm paratha
Dessert:
- Any Dessert to share
Please note: this is a shared menu for two guests and the price is R375 per person (sharing for two), so a total of R750 for two. Available from 25 September to 1 November 2026.
Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.
24/09/2026
Celebrating Heritage. Celebrating Family. Celebrating Flavour.
This , we're celebrating the story behind our name.
Vadivelu isn't just the name above our door. It's a tribute to co-owner Jason's late father (image below next to Jason in his early years), whose legacy, warmth and spirit continue to inspire everything we do.
Our recipes trace their roots back more than 150 years, to Indian ancestors who arrived in South Africa and adapted treasured Tamil family recipes using the incredible local ingredients and spices they found here. The result? A cuisine that's proudly South Africanly Indian.
Even the name Vadivelu carries meaning. In Tamil, it reflects themes of strength, resilience and victory. Values that have been passed down through generations and are celebrated in every meal we serve.
This Heritage Day, we're proud to honour our family's story while sharing it with yours, one curry at a time.
BOOK ONLINE: https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude
📍151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town
Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.
18/09/2026
RESTAURANT WEEK IS BACK, AND SO ARE WE!
Restaurant Week South Africa is here, and we’re bringing the 🔥 with a specially curated 3-Course Sharing Platter for two! BOOK HERE: https://bit.ly/Book-Restaurant-Week-Vadivelu
Available from 25 September to 1 November.
Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.
16/09/2026
Incredible experience, great friendly service!
"Really enjoyed the Goa Prawns, the Paneer Taco, Curry Bombs and the Crayfish Curry was spectacular. Will definitely be back!" Kristen Hambrecht
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Thank you for dining with us, Kristen. We can't wait to welcome you back for another Vadi-good experience!
If you haven't visited us yet, what are you waiting for?
BOOK ONLINE: https://bit.ly/Vadivelu-Indian-With-Attitude
📍151 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town
Vadivelu. Indian. With Attitude.
Address
151 Kloof Street
Cape Town
8001
To reach the Indian restaurant on Kloof Street in Cape Town, there are different options depending on your preference:
Public transport:
- Take the MyCiTi bus and get off at the Kloof Nek stop. From there, walk for about 5 minutes towards Kloof Street.
Driving/parking:
- From the city center, take Buitengracht Street towards Camps Bay.
- Turn right onto Kloof Road and continue straight until you reach Kloof Street.
- Turn left onto Kloof Street and look for parking along the street or in nearby parking lots.
Note: These directions are provided for general reference only and may not accurately reflect the exact location or accessibility of Vadivelu restaurant. Please consult a map or GPS device for more precise information.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday |
12:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday |
12:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday |
12:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday |
12:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday |
12:00 - 22:00 |
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What people say
Vadivelu, located on Kloof Street in Cape Town, is an Indian restaurant that has been receiving mixed reviews from various sources. Unfortunately, there is no information available yet on the most recent reviews of the restaurant.
However, according to a review published in the Cape Times in 2019, Vadivelu offers a "wide range of authentic Indian dishes" and "excellent service." The reviewer also praised the restaurant's "relaxed atmosphere" and "reasonable prices."
On the other hand, a review published in Eat Out magazine in 2018 was less enthusiastic about Vadivelu. The reviewer noted that while some dishes were "delicious," others were "disappointing" and lacked flavor. The reviewer also criticized the restaurant's slow service and high prices.
Online reviews of Vadivelu are similarly mixed. On TripAdvisor, some customers have praised the restaurant's "amazing food" and "friendly staff," while others have complained about long wait times and inconsistent quality.
One customer commented on Zomato that they had a great experience at Vadivelu: "The food was delicious and authentic, and the staff were very friendly and attentive." Another customer on Yelp, however, was disappointed with their meal: "The chicken curry was dry and lacked flavor. I wouldn't recommend this place."
Overall, it seems that opinions on Vadivelu are divided. While some customers have had positive experiences at the restaurant, others have been less impressed with its food and service. It would be interesting to see more recent reviews to determine if any changes have been made to address these criticisms.
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