Our curry guide
Indian Curries in Balwyn: Vindaloo, Madras, Rogan Josh & More
From mild butter chicken to fiery vindaloo, find your perfect curry at Avatar on Whitehorse Road.
Every heat level, cooked fresh
Our curries are cooked to order by head chef Laxman Sapkota, with chicken, lamb, beef, goat, seafood and vegetarian options. All our meat is halal.
Not sure how hot to go? Use the guide below, or ask our team when you order.
Mild
Mild and creamy
Medium
Medium and full of flavour
Hot
Hot: for chilli lovers
Also try our Himalayan goat curry and Nepalese dishes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the hottest curry on your menu?
Vindaloo is our hottest curry. It is made with hot chillies, fragrant spices and a touch of vinegar, and comes with chicken, lamb, beef, goat or prawns.
What is the difference between madras and vindaloo?
Madras is a medium-spiced curry with mustard seeds, curry leaves and coconut. Vindaloo is hotter, with more chilli and a slight tang from vinegar.
Do you have goat curry?
Yes. Try our Himalayan goat, bhuna goat or goat vindaloo, all made with bone-in goat.
Which curry is best if I don’t like spicy food?
Butter chicken, korma and shahi paneer are our mildest curries. Read more in is butter chicken spicy?
Is your meat halal?
Yes. All the meat we serve is halal, including our chicken, lamb, goat and beef.
Find us
291 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn, opposite Balwyn Park. Lunch Friday to Sunday, 12pm to 3pm. Dinner Tuesday to Sunday, 5pm to 10pm. Closed Monday.