Restaurant roast · 29% slop

What should you order at Gateway to India? Tandoori

Family-run North Indian spots deliver tandoor wins that beat the usual butter bath if you know what to skip.

July 25, 2026 About Gateway to India

Tandoor beats the fryer when you skip the cream and confirm the fat.

The Take

Gateway to India earns a 29 Slop Score by leaning on tandoori meats and fresh spices instead of the usual industrial curry shortcuts.

Skip the butter chicken trap and you get authentic North Indian classics that reward asking for ghee.

The Verdict

Gateway to India stays low-slop when you follow the based order and avoid the creamy defaults. Tandoori chicken or lamb seekh kebab with raita and dal keeps it authentic.

Butter chicken or tikka masala stays off-limits unless they confirm the fat source. Ask for ghee tweaks on any classic. 29 Slop Score.

Common Questions

Is Gateway to India healthy?

Mostly no. Tandoori options cut the worst offenders but naan and masalas add the usual carb and fat load.

Does Gateway to India use seed oils?

Yes on some curries. Vegetable oil is the default until you specifically request ghee.

What should you avoid at Gateway to India?

Butter chicken and tikka masala unless the kitchen confirms the cooking fat.

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