Diners' Choice: Indian restaurants in Chicago / Illinois

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Tandoor Char House

5.0

5 (544)

$31 to $50

Indian

Lincoln Park

About the restaurant

Fine eating establishments know the essence of the restaurant business, it isn't merely enough to provide good food. The truly memorable dining experience depends upon several other ingredients from the top food selections to the most dedicated people serving you. We would like to lift your dining experience to a whole new level, a level of harmony which not only shows in our atmosphere, but in our philosophy to bring you an experience that is simply unparalleled in the restaurant industry.

We serve 100% Zabiha Halal meat, fresh guaranteed.

Top review

HendersonVIP

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

The food was delicious and the service was exceptional! We’ll be coming back

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Experience

Happetizer Special

Experience

Seasonal 4 Course Tasting Menu for Two

Indienne

4.8

4.8 (146)

$50 and over

Indian

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

INDIENNE resides in a 19th-century printing warehouse; the converted timber loft now brought to life by Chef Sujan Sarkar's culminating effort in Progressive Indian Fine-Dining.

Beloved Guests: please note the reservations acquired through open table are solely for the tasting menu experience. We are thrilled to welcome you into our home! For questions regarding the tasting please call the restaurant during office hours and / or email our team info@indiennechicago.com.

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Dr SeanVIP

Dined on Jul 18, 2025

Fantastic!!! Highly recommend. Food was exceptional.

Indus Progressive Indian

4.7

4.7 (265)

$50 and over

Indian

Highland Park

About the restaurant

Inspired by one of the earliest civilizations in ancient history, the Indus Valley, the Indian fine dining concept will honor creating food for pleasure rather than simply sustenance, as the Indus people pioneered by being one of the first to blend and combine spices for flavoring.

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Kate

Dined 3 days ago

We had a wonderful meal at Indus on our way back to Chicago from Wisconsin. We were seated outside, which was lovely to have the outdoor space to ourselves, and everything was delicious.

Basant Modern Indian

4.8

4.8 (482)

$31 to $50

Indian

North Center

About the restaurant

Basant showcases modern Indian cuisine by complementing the flavors and traditions of India with fresh, local ingredients and classic techniques.

The festival of Basant is a tradition, followed for millennia, which symbolizes spring and new beginnings. At Basant, our menu offers skillfully done imaginative variants of traditional Indian cuisine, focusing on the crispness and cleanness of scents and flavors.

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James

Dined 5 days ago

Consistently one of the best places for delicious Indian cuisine. Everything is prepared and presented beautifully with wonderful flavors.

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Popular dish

Gulab Jamun Cheesecake

Experience

Happy Hour, Best Hour!

Thattu

4.7

4.7 (548)

$31 to $50

Indian

Avondale

About the restaurant

Comfort food from Kerala, India's spice garden. Thattu is located in the beautiful Chicago neighborhood of Avondale. It was born of Chef Margaret Pak’s love for the southwest Indian coastal cuisine of Kerala. Our menu brings you traditions of Kerala along with playful interpretations from our culinary team. Rich with aromatic spices, coconut and curry leaves, the cuisine is a celebration of the bounty of the land and the sea.

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HollyVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The food is out of this world. Olivia, our server was particularly delightful and informative as are the others who brought wonders from the kitchen. So happy they have Marz on the beverage menu. Ooh-That frizzled okra! Great vibe.

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Popular dish

Kerala Fried Chicken Bites

4.7

4.7 (375)

$30 and under

Indian

Schiller Park

About the restaurant

"Mantra" is the sister restaurant to "The Indian Garden" Chicago. Since coming into business; our family at "IG" has offered an exploration of India's culture though its cuisine. We wanted to share the Indian tradition Atithi Devo Bhau, the supreme importance of the guests with Schiller Park.

Elegant and inviting; with a sumptuous decor awash in the hue's of India's signature spices and decor, the senses were meant to be indulged. Every aspect of Mantra; the food, the decor, the ambiance was designed to excite your senses while also ushering them through the passage of Culinary Nirvana.

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samVIP

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Amazing service and even more phenomenal food! The decor/environment is very relaxing as well.

The Clove Indian and Nepali Cuisine

4.6

4.6 (19)

$30 and under

Indian

Glenview

About the restaurant

Our Story – The Clove Indian & Nepali Cuisine

The Clove isn’t just a restaurant — it’s an experience. We blend bold Indian, Nepali and Indo-Chinese flavors with warm hospitality to create lasting memories. After 9 PM, enjoy karaoke, comedy nights, and live entertainment that turn dinner into a night out.
What makes us truly unique? Our monthly cooking demo shows, where chefs from around the world bring their signature cuisines to life right here at The Clove.
Come for the food, stay for the vibe — and follow us on social media to stay tuned for what’s next.

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MichaelVIP

Dined on Jul 21, 2025

Wonderfully unique menu. First timers and we could not be happier with our experience. The staff and the owner were beyond helpful assisting us with recommendations. The food was beautifully present and delicious.

NADU

4.6

4.6 (112)

$50 and over

Indian

Lincoln Park

About the restaurant

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.

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LarryVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Delicious and interesting food. Spicy! Nice room.

Tapri

4.6

4.6 (9)

$30 and under

Indian

Woodridge

About the restaurant

An Influenced Indian, where chai meets cheers and every bite tells a spicy tale! Our cozy nook is your go-to for flavorful bites, exotic cocktails, and chai that whispers secrets of the spice route. Join us for a culinary journey that's as vibrant as Bollywood and as comforting as a warm hug.

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NareshVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Good experience. Creative recipes. Andhra lamb was very tender, well cooked and tasted good with rice and naan. A bit too spicy but was good. Starters were very good. Will go again & recommend.

India House, Chicago

4.5

4.5 (971)

$30 and under

Indian

River North (Chicago)

About the restaurant

India House Restaurant in Downtown Chicago offers dining,All You Can Eat Lunch Buffet, catering services, delivery through Uber Eats/DoorDash/ Grubhub, and banquet services. Our party room can accommodates up to 50 guests and is perfect for events such as birthday parties, baby showers, corporate parties, and much, much more.

Enjoy dining in at the India House restaurant that offers over 250 different unique menu items, an ambiance full of Indian fine arts and crafts, and our commitment to provide you with delicious, creative, and healthy foods.

Our food is representative of the many and varied regional cuisines of India and of the many ethnic groups of people in the subcontinent. Our dishes range from Bombay , Delhi , street Fare and Home style Tandoori cooking to the most sophisticated food of the royal families. Catering is our specialty. Try our daily luncheon buffet.

We have received accolades from the Chicago Tribune, Zagat Survey, and the Chicago Magazine.

Top review

Dined 3 days ago

This is one of my favorite places, and it's our go-to for the weekend brunch buffet. The food quality, value, and service are all consistently excellent, and the bartender makes a very tasty Bloody Mary. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for great Indian food in clean, convenient, and congenial surroundings.

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