We gave this place a try since we happened to be in the neighborhood after a long day of shopping…read moreand car shopping. We got our seat quickly since I made a reservation on open table. Inside place there's not too many tables but sufficient as there was never a line waiting. Food we ordered was great. Loved the chili chicken appetizer, we got it spicy which was enough. I don't think I could have handled extra spicy. The chettinad lamb was good too, but to me personally felt too salty but the flavor was still good. I took away 1 star as the raita I asked for never came. After serving our food we never got checked on... and took forever to get the bill just waiting... just seems they could use atleast another staff member.

09/05/24 - Excellent restaurant, excellent food & service. While I'm far from a professional food…read morecritic or an expert on Indian food I know good food when I eat it & Mughai The Biryani House serves some outstanding food Mughai The Biryani House (MTBH) is located near the corner of Northwest Highway on Touhy Ave right next to Bluefish Sushi Bistro in the same mall. I went to lunch there today and split a couple of dishes w/my buddy. We ordered the following dishes * Butter Chicken - Excellent maybe the best butter chicken I ever tried. Tender chicken w/a rich red sauce & a plate of rice w/cilantro. * Non Vegetarian Lunch Combo - chunks of crispy chicken w/rice & cilantro. This also came w/a small bowl of chicken chetinaad (excellent), a small bowl of yogurt, small sweet ball dripping in sweet sauce * Hot fresh Garlic Naan Overall this was an excellent lunch w/excellent food & service. This is the best meal I've had in a long time & I will definitely be back again.

Holy Cow! My first experience with SOUTHERN Indian food and I was FAR from dissapointed. My friend…read morefrom India recommended this establishment and guided me through some proper ordering. Everything was bursting with flavor and a pleasant heat that doesnt overwhelm you, but leaves you wanting more. The sauces that accompany the dishes add so much value to the eating experience as well. Staff was overtly friendly and make me feel comfortable and unhurried despite me entering ~30 minutes before closing.

Thalaiva's is one of those places that keeps us coming back. The food is consistently delicious,…read morethe flavors are incredible, and the owners are genuinely wonderful people! You can tell they care deeply about both the food and the customer experience. Everything we have tried has been flavorful, fresh, and well prepared. Great service, great hospitality, and excellent food. Easily one of our favorite spots in the area. The inside has plenty of space for dining! After my mom had hip replacement surgery the Friday before Easter, we decided to try something different for Easter dinner. My dad and I walked over to Thalaiva's to place an order for carry out. We ended up sitting at the bar for 30 min or so enjoying an Indian beer and an appetizer surprise from the owners. We brought home fresh, hot food that was incredible!!

My friend and I were coming back from Woodfield shopping center, and we wanted a good meal. We were…read moreso fortunate to find Tandoori restaurant in Des Plaines. Neither of us had been there before, and it had good ratings already. It's a somewhat small place, but there was ample seating since most people seem to take their food to go. When we walked into the restaurant, I immediately noticed that it was clean and had nice modern decor. I am guessing the man at the counter was the owner because he was super helpful and friendly. I asked if there were any vegan options and he showed me what they offered. I chose the Chana Masala with a side of basmati rice. The portion sizes were outstanding, and the flavor was delicious. He also brought a water carafe for our table, which allowed us to refill our own drinks. Prices were very reasonable, especially for the portion size. (The only thing I would recommend is that they repaint their bathroom so it looks cleaner.)

This place gets it. Chai is extraordinary…read more I love the Irani and Zafrani both chai, though it's high on the price but I find it worth. -- not too sweet, great balance. Got the paratha omelette, alu and Kheema paratha and Halwa Puri, everything was delicious. Staff are super warm... New go-to breakfast spot.

The food was delicious. The place is casual with outdoor seating. The staff recommended the Afghan…read morecurry with chicken. He was spot on. We ordered it too mild but it was so good. My sister liked the dumplings. Nice service too.

Newly opened in the area. Tried their chicken momo was really good. Shrimp vindaloo (was a little…read morespicy) but was delish. The lemonade was a must try. We went in almost at closing time but they still were able to seat us. Love the deco very instagrammable. Nice Nepalese video songs at the back.

If I could give 100 star review I would!!! Had samosa (you…read morecan tell it's handmade not bought) Chicken 65 (loved the sweet spicy tanginess, I ordered 6/10 spice) , chicken makhani (can tell they use real tomatoes instead of canned purée) from the nice sweet creamy tomato sauce. Uggghh amazing. I love everything here. You walk in super clean environment, and welcoming! Amazing service they constantly check on you but the right amount! Thank you tava! Will be back with everyone!

Great food !! Everything we tried was outstanding (as good as I can rate Indian food - but my…read morefriend was from India and also liked it!) A little pricy but so good ! The service was ok-to-good and the ambiance was very good.

I love their weekend buffet, but I can't give them five stars. Sometimes, their tandoori chicken is…read moreway too dry, as if it was leftovers from the day before and reheated. But, when it's good and freshly made, it is terrific. One thing I recently noticed is that some of their dishes look Chinese/Panda Express inspired, which I do not like at all. I wish they'd keep their dishes more Nepalese/ Indian. I'd much rather see my favorite dishes more consistently like the mushrooms and green/red peppers, okra, creamed spinach, green peas in orange sauce, and roasted potatoes. (The mushrooms are my favorite!)

This has always been one of my favorite restaurants for Indian food, and I've told so many people…read moreabout it. I went back today and was honestly so upset because my go-to dish, the paneer makhini, was nothing like it used to be. It literally just tasted like straight cream. I even asked them to remake it because I thought something was wrong, but it came out the same way. I ended up just eating the other food we ordered, but it was such a disappointment because this has always been the dish I look forward to. I even showed them old photos from past visits compared to today and it was clearly different. The chef tried it and said it was the same, which shocked me because it really wasn't. I get that places can have off days, but this was really discouraging. As much as I've loved this restaurant, I don't know if I'll be back if the quality has dropped this much.

5 Stars Juveria need…read morea shout out We were at the Lutheran General Hospital, and the family needed dinner. We looked up online and found this place and I went to get food from here. Earlier, I was little hesitant on how things were looking in the pictures and the food but when I went there, I saw that the restaurant are really cozy ambience. I was greeted by Juveria at the counter to place the order. She was very sweet and patient with me placing the order as I was asking a lot of questions. I even saw that with the previous customer as well that she was very kind and patient Since it was a takeout, I asked for plates, spoons forks, and she made sure everything was in my bag. The way she was working. It seemed to me that she was the owner of the place and when I asked that she said I am Just an employee. I told her the way she's working she is not JUST. The food was very good everybody liked I ordered paneer tikka masala Dal Tadka Fried Rice Garlic Naan Plain Naan I also asked her to put some onions and green chilies on the side, which she did. She also asked me if I would like to try Irani Chai - which I did and it was really really good Definitely going back to this place with the family

Food tasted good the first time. This place is so slow though that you might as well just not go…read more Both times I ordered for pick up, and waited for quite some time with no communication. Won't be returning anytime soon

My mouth is watering thinking about the chili chicken! I hadn't had it since they were open on…read moreDevon ave. which i found out was like 10 years ago! I thought I would never have it again. I happened to be in the area and had to have it. I was so nervous that it wouldn't be the same but it was actually better than i remember it! I was so happy to see they still offer the soup. It was so good. Make sure to add the sauces. The chili chicken was perfectly tasty and spicy. Ordered at the counter and took about 15 min. Doesn't look like much from the outside but it is the same inside! Cute decor with lighting

I ordered from door dash on a Sunday afternoon. I got a few meat dishes, dal, samosa, kheer and a…read morelamb sheek wrap. The dal was very hot and fresh, the samosa was also warm and the lamb seekh wrap was just room temp. I asked for mild spicy and I don't know if that's why the food lacked any spice and even the salt amount was low. The meat dishes including lamb kadahi and chicken off the grill arrived cold, like they were chilly almost frozen in the middle. I did not have access to a microwave so I. Like not heat them up. In comparison to other restaurants in the area I found the prices here better but the food taste and quality was really lacking. I'm always afraid to order out from places because I think they work a lot harder if you eat there in person. Perhaps this would have been a better plan. I spent closer to $100 for items not even heated thru with no taste .

I was amazed to find a Ghareeb NWaz location outside of Devon avenue. We used to order from the…read morelocation on Devon Aveneue for years and then heard there opened up in University Village downtown. I was pleasantly surprised to see this location so close to my house. My colleagues and I ordered a plate of chicken biryani and achar Ghosh. The dishes were tasty and rightfully spiced.

Went there for Saturday morning brunch for Halwa Puri and Egg Paratha with Chai. This place was new…read moreand very clean. The quantity was huge and these two items were more than enough for three men. The quality was excellent, better than their outlets on Devon Street or Lombard. The service was quick. Will go there again any time

Moti Café delivers bold Indian flavors with a fun, modern twist. The pizza is the standout -- a…read morethin, crispy crust topped generously with spiced paneer, veggies, and a vibrant green chutney sauce that adds a herby, tangy kick without overpowering the dish. The cheese is perfectly melted, and every bite balances savory heat with freshness. The chaat-style dish is equally impressive: crispy bites loaded with chickpeas, red onion, yogurt, chutneys, and spices. It's layered, flavorful, and comforting, with just the right mix of crunch, creaminess, and spice. Overall, Moti Café is a great spot if you're craving Indian-inspired comfort food that feels creative and indulgent. Perfect for sharing, casual dining, or when you want something different from the usual pizza night.

Stopped by for lunch on a weekday, they have a lunch special that really cannot be beat. $10 for 2…read moresamosas, a drink, and either 2 tacos, a personal pizza, or a bowl. Extra cost for specialty drinks like the lassi and for Korean BBQ. Regardless a great price for all the food you get! Place you order at the counter and they bring it out to you, but utensils and water are at the counter. It's a little mix of self-serve but also they serve you. But it worked. Some of our items took longer to come out than others (they forgot about one of the dishes), so I might not come in a time crunch, but the food was all delicious. You can definitely tell it was made with care. And although we didn't get dessert they have plenty of paletas and ice cream options! The place is clean and neat, decor is super bright and cute. There's a decent sized parking lot they share with the rest of the plaza, but it tends to fill up quickly. Not sure why but the lot was pretty busy on a random Wednesday.