Tandoori chicken was dry, really red in color but completely dry…read moreSamosas were dense, filling consistency of mashed potatoes Naan & Garlic naan were underwhelming Welp

So far the best reasonably priced Indian food I've had in Chicago. I'm not an Indian food snob, but…read morecan confidently recommend this place if you're looking for a middle of the road spot in terms of price. You could definitely find cheaper and definitely find more expensive, but for where it lands in price point the quality is unmatched. Fantastic samosas, great chicken tikka, great lamb saag. Portions are large with plenty of meat. Never had any issues with service or wait times, pickup is easy, and the vibe inside is also pleasant and appropriate for the price. Really no complaints, very solid option.

Y'all want the best, most authentic butter chicken in the entire chicago area? Take it from me, a…read morePakistani-American, this place is it. Trust me... oh and their daal and lassi hits the spot. This is where I go when I want solid Indian food.

Best Indian food in Chicago. Really delicious! Great portion sizes and the naan's are amazing.read more

Wonderful service! Everyone is very friendly and gave helpful suggestions. I love the masala chai…read morehere! I can really taste the quality and it's really special. And the masala curry fries are excellent! Really well seasoned and not greasy.

Used to love this place, but things have changed in the past 6 months. Recently tried their chaats,…read moreand we were very disappointed.

Disappointing brunch, and not in a fun "oh well" way--more in a "how did this go so wrong?" way. I…read moreordered the Uttapam expecting those savory, thick, veggie‑topped rice‑and‑lentil pancakes a Google search described. Instead, I got something thin, lukewarm, and flavorless. If there were Thai chilies involved, they were absolutely in the witness protection program. The coconut chutney was good but competed for attention with the bland pancakes. The pancakes were crying for some kind of vegetable topping, some heft, some flavor, and some heat. The mimosa drink was both too sweet and too pricey, like it was designed for someone who forgot to read the menu before ordering (me). I came in with high expectations based on the reviews; I left wishing I'd microwaved an Amy's Tofu Scramble.

For being such a highly rated restaurant, I was a bit disappointed. I found the food to be pretty…read morebland. Interesting fusion combos that sounded promising, but it just missed the mark for me. I loved the crust for the calzone. It was really good. But the butter chicken didn't have any flavor so it got lost in the crust. I liked the Marry Me cabbage, but it didn't blow sunshine up my skirt. The almonds were a nice added crunch though. They gave the cabbage much needed texture. I think my favorite was the pig cheeks and grits. The meat was perrrfect. Sitting on creamy grits, every bite was delicious. Loved the ice cream sandwiches but found the chai leches cake really bland. It lacked the sweetness you want after a meal. But if you prefer your desserts understated, you might love it Loved my blackberry crumble cocktail. It was a suggestion by my server and she was right. I wouldn't go out of my way for this restaurant. It was definitely a "one and done" for me. I didn't dislike it by any means at all, it just wasn't worth the 26 min it took to find a parking spot. With that in mind, take the L and/or walk. Don't do as I did and drive. It's all permit parking around there.

What a hidden gem! The food was awesome, and the service was great too…read more Started with the Tandoori Chicken and Gobi Manchurian, and both were packed with flavor (and spicy)! For mains we got an assortment or naan and Malai Kofta, Shrimp Saag, and the Lamb Rogan Josh. Everything was so yummy, and I appreciated how none of the dishes were soaked in oil. Don't skip out on dessert, too - the mango tres leches cake was perfect. Will definitely come back!! One of my new favorites.

Chicago now has my new favorite Indian restaurant…read more Dhanteraz is a hidden gem in Lincoln Park. They serve authentic Indian food that truly hits the spot. The ambience is warm and inviting, and the service was friendly We ordered several dishes, but the vegetable biryani was my absolute favorite. It's served in a traditional clay pot sealed with dough, which locks in the heat and flavors beautifully. An absolute must-try here. We also had the dal makhani and malai kofta, both of which were very good, but the biryani was hands down the standout dish.

We ordered: 1. Rangoli Platter - samosas, pakoras, tandoori…read morechicken, lamb boti 2. Curries: Lamb Rogan Josh, Chicken Tikka Masala, Dal Makhani 3. Breads: Garlic Naan, Aloo Paratha, Paneer Kulcha, Onion Kulcha 4. Lamb Biryani; raita 5. Sweets: Gulab Jamun donuts, Mango Lassi, Chai 6. Pav Bhani - spicy blend of mashed vegetables topped with onions, cilantro, lemon 7. Chicken 65 - deep fried boneless chicken marinated in special spices Honestly, this is the first Indian restaurant I've been to where the meats aren't dry. The curries are so creamy and flavorful. None of the curries were bad. You have to come with a group bc portions are generous! Chai was soothing. Chicken 65 is fried but could be crispier. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Interior is traditional and lovely. Music is great and not too loud.

Visited Rangoli Indian Cuisine at their North Avenue location for dinner. The staff was very…read morefriendly and made the whole experience feel welcoming. We ordered a variety of dishes, and a few things really stood out especially the Gobi Manchurian, tadka daal, and the desserts. The gulab jamun and mango kulfi were both a great way to end the meal. They offer a nice range of vegetarian options, and with two locations in Chicago, it's a convenient spot to check out if you're into Indian cuisine.

Fantastic service and absolutely delicious food!…read more Every dish we tried was full of flavor, and the staff made us feel very welcome. Really nice atmosphere to dine in, but lots of people doing takeout as well. I'll definitely be coming back!

Well every now and then I crave Indian food and it's one of those moments it's actually the least…read morefavorite of the ethnic cuisines of Asia. But they are distinct that I like some of their food and I didn't know any buffets and I kept seeing this restaurant whenever I go to work in downtown Chicago. When I take the blue line and I kept seeing this restaurant when I would eat at Thai lagoon across the street. Well this was my payday and I decided to give this place a bucket list try. It is also still lent so I'm still following the Catholic not eating red meat or poultry. The waitress in regards to service since they just opened up I learned by coincidence since they were renovating mentioned that they did have seafood entrees and of course I didn't want shrimp I ate more on the fish side and they had salmon. But to start off I had the crispy onion pakora which was delicious for an appetizer It's basically almost like a deep fried onion ring with a fresh spinach colored emerald green dip that compliments and it was not too greasy. Then came My main dish of the salmon tikka masala and garlic naan. I would have ordered this in beef or lamb for tikka masala but since it's lent for me I have to eat fish It was okay but it would have been better if this was lamb if I could imagine chewing and savoring The pasty almost tomato like sauce with its spices and tanginess but it also tasted good to it salmon but lamb would have been better. The naan was ok I think a bit too garlicky but I would probably order the butter one next time cuz this was a garlic naan. They're mango lassi was very fresh however one of the reasons for the four stars although they gave me one on the house because they had a very limited dessert menu with ice cream and that's not really traditional Indian. But going back with the lasee the portion was just too small for $5. I would come back again other than that they gave the second last seat on the house and I didn't get charged but I would suggest they add a bigger mango lassee I had mentioned to the waitress or server. Ambiance was a little modern like I said they just opened after 3 weeks of being closed otherwise I came by coincidence that they just opened since the renovation.

Kama has probably the best HH drinks and food in the city. Their cocktail program is phenomenal and…read moreat $10 from M-Th 4-5, F 3-5, it's a great deal too! I tried the Pisco and Smoked Berries, both are very tasty and fruit forward, well balanced You can mix and match tacos so got to try the lamb and beef. The beet salad is delicious and the chicken tadka with the lemon cream sauce, delicious. I've had their mussels before and enjoyed those as well.

Visited during Restaurant Week and will definitely be back next year! The interior is beautiful and…read morehas a great atmosphere. Note on Halal options: Only the lamb was halal during my visit. The chicken is not, and I wasn't sure about the beef. The Food: Spicy Potatoes: Yummy! That chili sauce is amazing. Gol Gappe: A great classic, though the sauce is a little on the sweet side. Butter Chicken Paneer: So good! I would order this again. Lamb Chops: Absolutely amazing. The meat is tender and flavorful Kulfi: This dessert is BEAUTIFUL and a must-try. Coconut Kheer: Not my favorite, but still a solid dish.

Sometimes you just get a craving for Indian food and have to act on it. This place definitely hit…read morethe spot. The butter chicken was really good, and I appreciated that it wasn't one of those dishes where you get way more sauce than actual chicken; the ratio was right. The vegetable samosas were also great, crispy and flaky on the outside, soft and well-seasoned inside, and served with both cilantro and tamarind chutney (I preferred the tamarind). I also tried the onion bhaji since it was on sale and I'm glad I did. no regrets at all.

Can't speak for the food, as we got there at 6:30pm tonight and were turned away, being advised…read morethey were only doing take out. Given the kitchen was making food for customers picking up food, unclear why they would not serve customers that were physically in the restaurant. If you plan on going here during week, I would think twice (or maybe call in advance to guarantee they are open during their normal business hours as advertised), or you may find yourself having to figure out a new place to dine on the spot. We ended up going to Kama Bistro down the street, and they were open and taking customers!

We fell in love with Basant last night during Chicago Restaurant Week 2026. First of all the…read moreinterior is very well decorated, earthy, and cute. Seats and tables are comfortable and service is quick with attentive servers. All of their cocktails were unique, beautiful, and flavorful. -Gulabo (left): was a light and refreshing vodka cocktail super cute and pink -Pink Palace (right): mezcal that will make your heart melt, especially after trying the raspberry salt coated rim -Hari Pari: Reaallly good, I don't like gin so I subbed for vodka and I was very pleased -Let's Get Tammered: My husband was obsessed with the heat from this one -Punjab da sher: Husband loved this as well The dinner menu was a great sampler of what the restaurant has to offer and honestly we loved everything that we tried. Star of the show would have to be the fish basant, super crispy and with a little bit of heat. The vindaloo pork belly tonkatsu was so well cooked and crispy on the outside but light on the inside. Make sure to order garlic naan on the side, we wish we ordered a second portion to take home that's how good it was. Definitely check them out, it's being added to the rotation for us.

Went there on a weekend for a dinner. Ordered 1. mango…read morecocktail- was good with a kick in it. 2. Panner tikka- was ok. I have had better panner tikka at other places. 3. Jackfruit cutlets- really good. Loved it. 4. Chicken makhni- was ok. Too much tomatoes gravy.. 5. Dal makhni- average taste. Had better taste than this at other indian restaurants 6. Malai kofta- again ok. Nothing exceptional. 7. Gulam jamun cheesecake- was good. Over all didnt match the expectations.