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NADU, Chicago, IL

NADU

4.7 (37)
$31 to $50
Indian
2518 North Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60614

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 143 times today

About this restaurant

  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Innovative
  • Neighborhood gem
Inspired by the diversity of Indian cuisine, NADU combines authentic ingredients, traditional cooking techniques, and cultural flavors with contemporary innovation. Led by Michelin Star Chef Sujan Sarkar and Head Chef Sanchit Sahu, NADU's mission is to to bring the soul of regional Indian cuisine to Chicago. By weaving personal stories and culinary traditions into each dish, the menu connects diners to the essence of Indian traditions through vibrant flavors and heartfelt storytelling.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Cocktail Bar, Vegetarian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sujan Sarkar
  • Private party facilities
    More information coming soon!
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Brief walk from the Fullerton Red/Brown/Purple line stop.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 37 people are saying

NADU reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
NADU in Chicago offers a delightful culinary journey through Indian regional dishes with "exceptional dishes" and "amazing service." The menu boasts flavorful options like mushroom kebabs, goat curry, and butter chicken, with standout cocktails. Guests appreciate the "beautiful ambience" and "authentic Indian food," making it a must-visit dining destination.

37 Reviews
  1. Priya VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    As an indian myself, I don’t think its as authentic as I would expect it. Nothing crazy exciting. Service was very slow, we were waiting longer than wouldve liked between food and ordering.

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  2. Deepak

    Chicago16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very authentic from different regions of India Good for people who enjoy spiciness Ribs were outstanding Prawns were excellent Chicken meatballs were the least spicy, should be the first course as it is hard to taste the subtle flavors after your mouth is heated up with hot food

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  3. Myra Isabelle VIP

    Chicago11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service, exceptional dishes! Everything was spot on and flavorful. Great options, veg and non. The paneer is a must!

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  4. Subhiksha

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved everything we ordered! There was nit one dish that we did not like !

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  5. Akshay VIP

    Chicago1 review

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Very mediocre food. Over priced Decent ambience

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food very good. Service could be a bit better. Had to ask for our water to be refilled twice.

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  7. Margot

    Chicago114 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! Amazing new Indian restaurant in Lincoln Park. Almost every dish was fantastic. Lamb and rice small plate and mushroom small plate both fantastic. Daal side also amazing. Drinks both very good but many of the cocktails did seem to be overly sweet (we avoided these). Service was also excellent. Still working out a few kinks at the host stand, but nothing too signficant. Cannot wait to go back.

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  8. Neelu VIP

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A truly authentic Indian food restaurant has finally come to Chicago! We loved the dishes from different states in India! The vegetable moilee from Kerala was exactly how it is in Cochin! The goat curry was outstanding as was the dahi bhalla! Our servers were so polite and I loved the clean ambience of the restaurant.

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  9. Akshay VIP

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Ambience can be upgraded to for a more upscale experience

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  10. Pankaj

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Loved the food, especially the mushroom kebabs. The service was great, they agreed to make us an off the menu kokum cocktail which was amazing! Would definitely recommend. The butter chicken and naan were one of the finest I’ve had in Chicgao

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NADU is rated 4.7 stars by 37 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
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  5. Lincoln Park

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 143 times today
Google Map for NADU

2518 North Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Cocktail Bar, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Brief walk from the Fullerton Red/Brown/Purple line stop.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sujan Sarkar
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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