CG Special Biryani
Two of India's most-loved dishes come together in one plate. Our CG Special Biryani is Curry Gate's signature creation: a fragrant, slow-cooked dum biryani crowned with crispy, spicy Chicken 65. It's bold, aromatic and made for serious biryani lovers.
The base is a classic dum biryani, made in the traditional "dum" style. Long-grain basmati rice is layered with marinated meat, caramelized onions, fresh herbs and a rich blend of whole spices like cardamom, cloves, cinnamon and bay leaf. The pot is sealed and slow-cooked over gentle heat so the steam locks in every bit of flavor. The rice absorbs the aroma of the spices, and each grain comes out fluffy, separate and fragrant.
On top, we add a generous serving of Chicken 65, the famous South Indian starter. Bite-sized pieces of chicken are marinated in a bold mix of red chilli, ginger, garlic, curry leaves and spices, then fried until crispy and deep red. The contrast is what makes this dish special. You get soft, fragrant rice underneath and crunchy, fiery, tangy chicken on top, with layers of texture and flavor in every spoonful.
The CG Special Biryani is on the spicy side, so we recommend a cool side of raita to balance the heat. A Mango Lassi is also a good match for cooling things down. Top it off with a squeeze of lemon and a few sliced onions for the full experience.
It's hearty enough for a satisfying solo meal and impressive enough to share, which makes it a popular pick for family dinners, office lunches and group orders. If you've tried biryani before but want something new, this is the one to order.
You're in control of the heat. Choose your spice level from 1 to 10 when you order. Pick a gentle 1–3 if you want all the flavor with a mild kick, a balanced 4–6 for classic biryani warmth, or a fiery 7–10 if you love serious heat. For the full experience, pair it with a cool side of raita or a Mango Lassi to balance the spice. Top it off with a squeeze of lemon and a few sliced onions.
Whether you're craving biryani for lunch in Uptown, dinner in South End, or takeout near NoDa, Curry Gate brings authentic Indian and Nepali flavors to Charlotte, NC. Order the CG Special Biryani for dine-in, pickup or delivery.
FAQ
What is the CG Special Biryani? It's Curry Gate's signature dish: a fragrant dum biryani made with basmati rice and whole spices, topped with crispy, spicy Chicken 65.
What is Chicken 65? Chicken 65 is a popular South Indian dish of bite-sized chicken pieces marinated in chilli, ginger, garlic, curry leaves and spices, then fried until crispy.
What is dum biryani? Dum biryani is a style of biryani where rice and marinated meat are layered, sealed in a pot and slow-cooked in steam, so the flavors and aroma blend together.
Is the CG Special Biryani spicy? Yes. Both the biryani spices and the Chicken 65 bring noticeable heat. Pair it with raita or a mango lassi to cool it down.
Where can I get Chicken 65 biryani in Charlotte? Curry Gate serves the CG Special Biryani, its signature Chicken 65 dum biryani, in Charlotte, NC for dine-in, pickup and delivery.
