The cosmopolitan city of Chicago has an array of restaurants located all over the city offering culinary relief to foodies. From upscale fine dining to casual diners, there are endless choices for everyone. Their love for food also reflects in the culture which is multi-ethnic. A large number of international cuisines have found their way to the restaurants in America. Indian cuisine is one of the sought-after international cuisines in Chicago and you can find various restaurants to satiate your taste buds. Some of them offer fusion food while others offer authentic Indian delicacies. We bring you a curated list of top Indian restaurants in Chicago.
1. Tandoor Char House
Located on Halsted St in Chicago is the Tandoor Char House Indian restaurant. The restaurant offers a modern yet casual ambience, perfect for dining with friends as well as an outing with family. The signature dishes Beef Nehari, Lamb Karhai, Frontier chicken and Shrimp Tikka Masala are some of the best meat dishes in Chicago. The menu comprises of dishes from Indian tandoor, succulent and juicy meat dishes. For vegetarians, there is Tandoori aloo and paneer and for non-vegetarians, there are seafood, lamb and chicken platters, along with aromatic and authentic biryanis, tandoor wraps, salads, chutneys and bread to go with it. You can dine in or order online.
Tandoor Char House
Address: 2652 N Halsted St, Chicago
Average price for 2 people: 15 USD onwards
Website: Tandoor Char House
2. Mysore Woodlands
Situated just across the bus stop on W Devon Avenue is the Mysore Woodlands Indian restaurant. The restaurant serves authentic south Indian cuisine in a casual and contemporary setting and great for a quick bite. Open for online orders and dine in both, the menu is fairly large and includes most of the delicacies of south India cuisine like the famous Dosas and Idlis part from a wide range of appetizers. It also offers delicious tangy chats which are no less than taste explosion in your mouth. For lunch and dinner additionally, there are platters as well as a la carte Indian curries, rice dishes, and fresh bread.
Mysore Woodlands
Address: 2548 W Devon Ave, Chicago
Average price for 2 people: 11 USD onwards
Website: Mysore Woodlands
3. Naansense
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
This modern Indian cuisine restaurant lies on the lively N Wells Street near Clark train station. Naansense is famous for healthy Indian cuisine and absolutely gluten-free and vegan menu. A menu that lets you create your own dish by giving an option to choose from tacos and bowls, your favourite protein and topped with a sauce of your choice. What more can you ask for? There are some great choices of healthy sides and drinks to go with your meal. Chef’s recommendations of Chicken bowl and Chicken naan tacos are a must try. The restaurant is perfect for families as well as for a get together with friends.
Naansense
Address: 171 N. Wells St, Chicago
Average price for 2 people: 10 USD onwards
Website: Naansense
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4. Vermilion
Located in a prime location near the junction of W Hubbard St and N State St is the Fashionable and upscale Indian restaurant Vermilion. The restaurant is open for gourmet brunch and dinner daily and includes a variety of gourmet and regular dishes from the tandoor and kadhai. Seared meats, seafood and vegetarian dishes comprise the tasting menus whereas the gourmet menu includes seafood like scallops, pakoras made of artichoke, coconut shrimp, etc. Get ready to indulge in Indian spiced lamb chops, a range of delicious curries, and much more for the main course. The dosa and Frankie bar serves all-time favourite street foods of India with a twist. A wide range of cocktails and delicious tapas is available at the bar.
Vermilion
Address: 10 W Hubbard St, Chicago
Average price for 2 people: 31 USD onwards
Website: Vermilion
5. Cumin
The Cumin Indian restaurant is located in a lively neighbourhood in Chicago Near wicker Park and on N Milwaukee Avenue offering modern Nepalese and Indian cuisine. The restaurant serves comfort food and open daily for lunch buffet and casual dinner. Located in a prime area, Cumin brings you the flavour of Himalayas and Indian sub continent. The menu comprises of Nepalese specialties like Pokhareli chicken, Namche Bazar goat, Jhaneko lentils, Indian and Nepalese appetizers and Lamb, seafood, chicken and vegetarian entrees. There are tandoori specials, rice and flat breads to top it all. You can enjoy a wide range of cocktails at the bar.
Cumin
Address: 1414 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago
Average price for 2 people: 11 USD onwards
Website: Cumin
6. Pub Royale
The Pub Royale restaurant lies in a busy location of W Division Street in the heart of Chicago. The restaurant offers modern and innovative Indian cuisine in a chic and classy ambience which is a perfect blend of a contemporary and rustic interior. The concept is of a cosy place between a bar and a restaurant and it truly hits the mark. The menu comprises of classic Indian appetizers like samosas and fusion food like Currywurst, spicy curries and flatbreads. A curated list of cocktails and beverages is available at the American style bar. The restaurant also serves various lighter and delicious dishes for brunch and a great place to enjoy great beer and food over a conversation. You can also go for gluten-free or vegetarian options.
Pub Royale
Address: 2049 W Division St, Chicago
Average price for 2 people: 16 USD onwards
Website: Pub Royale
7. Tiffin
Located in the thriving neighbourhood of W Devon Avenue is the Indian restaurant Tiffin offering authentic Indian cuisine and a great selection of cocktails in a casual and relaxed setting. The décor is unique giving it an upscale touch. The restaurant organizes exotic lunch buffets daily and for lunch, it includes vegetarian and non-vegetarian appetizers, entrees from North and South India like Dal Makhni, Paneer tikka and Dosas, a wide range of entrees from the tandoor for meat lovers accompanied by breads and rice are also available on the menu. You can order online or dine-in to enjoy a lively environment and friendly service.
Tiffin
Address: 2536 W Devon Ave, Chicago
Average price for 2 people: from 16 USD
Website: Tiffin
8. The Spice Room
The Spice Room lies in the bustling neighbourhood of W Armitage Ave in Chicago. This Casual bistro with Indian touch in the décor offers a variety of dishes in its menu. From Ala carte gourmet dishes to Veg and non veg street food for appetizers, and Authentic Indian gravies and dry roasted curries for the main course to chicken, lamb and seafood, the choices will delight you. There are breads and rice dishes like all time favourites biryani and pulao to go with the spicy gravies. You can online order or dine in. Samosas, chicken curry and okra masala are the specialties here. Fresh cuisine with right spices makes the menu unique in its own way.
The Spice Room
Address: 2906 W Armitage Ave, Chicago
Average price for 2 people: 15 USD onwards
Website: The Spice Room
9. India House
The India House Indian restaurant in Chicago offers over 250 dishes to choose from. Appetisers comprising of famous street food from India as well as chicken, lamb and seafood fares and curries and tandoori dishes for the main course that will delight your taste buds, comprise the menu at India House. The restaurant is open daily for lunch buffets and dinner. Enjoy comfort and Indian soul food a la carte or in platters. The ambience is a mix of medieval Indian and modern décor making it perfect for romantic as well as casual dining.
India House
Address: 59 W Grand Ave, Chicago
Average price for 2 people: from 20 USD
Website: India House
10. Gaylord Fine Indian Cuisine
Just at the E Oak Street and N Michigan Avenue crossing is the fine dining Indian restaurant Gaylord. The menu of the restaurant perfectly combines the ancient traditions and authentic flavours of India, with innovative ideas and modern techniques in a flavour packed menu. The restaurant offers Indian street food, north Indian curries and delicious tandoori dishes along with traditional and authentic rich biryanis and various Indian breads. Varied culinary delights are available with your favourite choice of protein. Gaylord Fine Indian Cuisine with sophisticated and modern ambience is located just five minutes from the Oak Street Beach.
Gaylord Fine Indian Cuisine
Address: 100 E Walton St, Chicago
Average price for 2 people: from 20 USD
Still thinking?
The notion that food lovers enjoy food thrice- first when they see it, second when they smell the aroma, and third when they taste it, is true in case of these top restaurants in Chicago, where you come hungry and leave happy. Do let us know which one is your personal favourite.
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