Restaurant
Temple Of Spices Indian + Vegan Restaurant
2468 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia
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2468 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia
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Book NowAbout Temple Of Spices Indian + Vegan Restaurant
A dedicated plant-based kitchen shares billing with traditional tandoor and curry craft in Mermaid Beach. Groups split easily across vegan butter chicken, tender lamb cutlets in tangy Malabar curry, and freshly blistered garlic naan without compromising richness. The kitchen adapts seamlessly for dairy intolerances, turning out coconut-rich gravies and street chaat with zero fuss. Meals wind down over spiced mango kulfi and house lassis.
- Dedicated Parallel Vegan Menu: A complete plant-based kitchen operates alongside traditional meat dishes, turning out dairy-free butter chicken and korma.
- Regional Curries & Chaat: The kitchen stretches beyond standard curries with tangy Lamb Malabar, goat curries, and crispy samosa chaat.
What's On at Temple Of Spices Indian + Vegan Restaurant
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Temple Of Spices
Discover why mixed dining groups and Indian food enthusiasts choose Temple Of Spices for inclusive, authentic dining.
Comprehensive Parallel Vegan and Meat Menus
A dedicated plant-based menu alongside traditional offerings ensures mixed groups of vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores can dine seamlessly together without compromise.
Entirely vegan menu which was thoroughly enjoyed by me and my non-vegan partner.
Isabel Bourke Distinct Regional Curries and Coastal Flavors
Distinctive regional offerings like coastal Lamb Malabar curry and street chaat expand beyond standard suburban Indian takeaway staples.
Malabar tastes creamy and a little tangy, making it my favourite type of Indian curry now.
Botox92LG Dairy-Free Reassurance Without Flavor Compromise
Dairy-intolerant guests can comfortably enjoy velvety, rich curries through flexible kitchen adaptations using dairy-free vegan bases.
They were able to add chicken to the vegan sauce - and its the best meal I've eaten since becoming dairy free.
Bianca Eagle Heartwarming, Deeply Satisfying Dining Comfort
Carefully layered aromatics and unhurried preparation deliver deeply satisfying Indian curries without the heavy, oily finish common elsewhere.
The balance of spices is perfect — rich, aromatic, and deeply satisfying without being heavy.
Dr Pine Thoughtful Care for Milestone Celebrations
Attentive floor service and thoughtful gestures create memorable milestone family gatherings and celebrations.
Made her feel very special!
Angela Bryant Lively Setting for Social Gatherings
A lively room and accommodating team make group gatherings, dates, and social dinners consistently reliable and welcoming.
Come for a date or a party. The food will not disappoint.
Aidan WULF
Most popular items
Customer-favorite curries spanning rich regional gravies and dedicated plant-based creations
Vegan Butter Chicken
Absolutely loved the vegan butter chicken — possibly the best Indian dish I’ve had.
Stephen Frenkel Palak Paneer
Palak paneer was the show stopper.
Sudeep Shrestha Lamb Saagwala
My favourite so far is the Lamb Saagwalla.
Jina Mae S Lamb Malabar Curry
Malabar tastes creamy and a little tangy, making it my favourite type of Indian curry now. Lamb cutlets are also relatively tender.
Botox92LG
Other favorites
Complement your curry with fresh tandoori breads, street chaat, beverages, and traditional sweets
Naan
Fresh, fluffy, buttery, and perfectly cooked — we could’ve eaten them on their own.
Roo Mango Lassi
Don't miss out on their delicious mango lassi, the perfect complement to their exquisite dishes.
Peter Wassef Samosa Chaat
I love their interesting street food dishes, particularly the Samosa Chaat.
Sheryl Tank Mango Kulfi
It has a somewhat crispy texture and very rich flavour as well.
Botox92LG
Beyond the menu
Memorable hospitality details and thoughtful accommodations that elevate your visit
Custom Dairy-Free Sauce Adaptations
Staff adapt menu sauces upon request, including preparing dairy-free mango chicken curry and adding tender chicken to creamy plant-based sauces for diners with lactose intolerances.
Personalized Celebration Gestures
For birthdays and celebrations, the team brings out cakes to celebratory music and provides complimentary celebratory treats, such as gifted Father’s Day desserts.
Parallel Plant-Based Dining Experience
Rather than simple single-dish swaps, the kitchen operates an extensive parallel vegan menu alongside standard offerings, letting mixed groups share meals with equal abundance.
Regional Coastal Curries & Street Chaat
The kitchen slow-crafts regional street food and coastal dishes like Papdi Chaat, Samosa Chaat, and creamy Lamb Malabar curry that are rarely found on typical suburban Indian menus.
Before you head over
Practical advice on table timing, dietary flexibility, and exploring the menu at Temple Of Spices
Book Ahead or Arrive Early
The dining room fills quickly on peak evenings and weekends, so plan ahead or arrive early if you want to avoid waits.
Ask for Dairy-Free Customizations
Diners navigating strict dairy or lactose intolerances can request custom adjustments, such as preparing curries dairy-free or combining meat with rich vegan sauces.
Explore Street Chaat and Regional Curries
Beyond classic Punjabi curries, look out for regional specialties like creamy Lamb Malabar or street chaats such as Samosa Chaat and Papdi Chaat.
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