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    4.2 (142 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Aswathi C.

    Update in 2026 May: we got appam and vegetable kurma, Kadala curry, tapioca, paneer puffs, porotta and beef for someone who came with us. A negative was you cannot get the porotta unless you order beef or some other meat. So a vegetarian cannot get the porotta here. I found that weird, I mean it's not cooked with the meat. And vegetarians love to eat it, it's like a bread alternative. The taste of curries overall has come down. The jackfruit payasam or whatever it was was horrible. Falooda was amazing and the filter coffee. Hopefully th restaurant will go back to its old standards.

    coriander chicken curry
    Emily C.

    Amazingly flavorful. Every dish is unique and the flavors thoughtfully crafted. My shrimp dish was super yummy -- I wasn't sure how I'd feel about the yucca mash and the fried okra straws but yum. Our server was super knowledgable and answered all our questions about the menu. The atmosphere is more casual but in a refined way...if that makes any sense.

    Chicken curry
    Nerissa L.

    I had the pleasure of dining here the other day and it was a wonderful experience! Thattu is located in the Avondale neighborhood and it a really cute restaurant. From the moment we entered to the time we left all of the staff was super friendly. The sangria and the Calicut beach cocktails are delicious! You order your food from a QR code at the table and then it is brought to you. The chicken curry was so good! The kerala fried chicken bites were tasty too! It was my sisters birthday, and they put a cande on the dessert we ordered. That was a super cute gesture. The bread pudding a la mode was excellent!! Give this place a try, I am sure you will love it!

    Ambiance
    Sathish N.

    I have visited Chicago 3 times before for work, and I have tried to book a table in Thattu Chicago with no success. I called them last week to see if there's any opening for Sunday dinner and left a voicemail. To my surprise, they reached out to me on Sunday afternoon about the availability. I was thrilled and a bit overwhelmed with excitement. Upon entering the restaurant, I was warmly greeted by host and seated at a table. My first impression is that I loved the ambiance. They also have an open bar concept. I loved all the elements and pictures that showcased the state of Kerala, India. You'll find a QR code on your table for ordering food. Once you order, you can either pay for the order and close the tab or keep it open. I ordered: Pork chop Peralan (entree) Appam Cabbage Thoran Payasam (dessert) It took about 15-20 minutes to get my order. I have tried pork chop at a few places before, and I loved this South Indian version of pork chop, especially with the Peralan sauce. It was unique. Appam was good, and Payasam (dessert) was simply heavenly. Toppings (fried coconut pieces, cashews, resins) were an icing on the cake. The staff checked on me regularly to ensure that I had everything I needed. Looking forward to coming back here on future Chicago trips.

    Monica N.

    Great spot! Very chill interior and bar setting. Overall, I really appreciated that the curry was true to south indian style curry, specifically to Kerala. Personally, I could always use more spice with my dishes, but I did enjoy my dinner experience regardless. Our favorites were: prawns dish and kappa bonda (I wish they were bigger or had more!). The appam was nice and fluffy and perfect for soaking up all the curry. One thing that is on the winter menu that isn't on the spring menu was a raasam dish which was fantastic.  We sat at the bar and the bartender was very helpful with giving us mocktail recommendations that still had indian flavors to it. The service was fast and everything came out fresh.  I would love to come back and try their lunch menu and their summer menu!

    Kappa Bonda
    Amy A.

    My husband and I went to dinner at Thattu tonight to celebrate my birthday! We were so excited to try the menu and it did not disappoint in the slightest! The restaurant itself is a really nice space. It's light, there are cool pictures & murals on the wall, and it smells delicious. We sat and were told that the ordering is done through Toast, but they were there to help at any point necessary. They also do not follow the standard tipping model and they let you know once you sit. My husband and I ordered two mocktails to start and they were tasty & refreshing! We started by sharing the eggplant which was delicious, and my husband and I thought the fried yucca balls were what you would say is the "perfect one bite dish". Then we had the Kerala fried chicken and that was epic! The spice blend is highly craveable. Then we split the black chickpea curry which we could have each devoured our own bowls. We had the appam with that and that was a first for each of us! They are really light, sweet, and great to dip with! Last, the short rib was so tender! We also got to speak with one of the awesome co-owner and chef, Margaret, and she was so lovely to talk to! We 100% plan to come back and try even more!

    Prawns
    Annie R.

    Love love love Thattu. The Curry and appam are always on must order list for me!! Service is great, parking is easy and free!

    Tea
    Tigui D.

    I could cry because the food was so so so so good we had an Amazing dining experience. The food runner was great, she explained all the dishes clearly!! We cant wait to return to try other items on the menu.

    Chemmeen & Kappa
    Bianca R.

    Y'all when I tell you this place is amazing, WOW!!! Met friends here last min for dinner while they were in town! Boy am I glad I took them up on the offer! As a local Chicagoan and lover of food! I was pleasantly surprised by all of the amazing food!! Service was great, it didn't seem like we had a designated server, you place your order through an app. People were coming and going filling up our water, taking plates away, dropping plates off, etc! Their drinks were also so good!! Highly recommend their Viplavam drink, Kerala Fried Chicken bites and their Bread Pudding a la mode! Place is super cute and spacious! They even have a coat rack for you to hang your winter jacket!

    Charissa F.

    Spicing up Avondale with authentic Kerala flavors at Thattu! From crispy chicken bites to soulful curries, every bite is a flavor bomb. We ordered their Egg Curry -- a comforting masterpiece - perfectly boiled eggs simmered in a rich, aromatic gravy packed with layers of spices that'll transport your taste buds straight to Kerala. Paired with warm coconut rice, it's the ultimate comfort food. And don't sleep on the Fish Fry, a crispy, golden-brown perfection! Fresh fish marinated in a blend of tangy, spicy flavors and fried to crispy, flaky perfection. It's a true celebration of coastal Kerala cuisine, served with a side of vibrant pickles and cooling chutneys.

    Goat Curry
    Andrew W.

    This is probably the most unique Indian restaurant that I've ever been to. It was very different from any other Indian restaurant that I've been in Chicago or anywhere else. First, the service was unique and excellent. When you book a table you are required to put down $10.00 person deposit. You get your money back when you pay check as it applied to the bill. You order by using a QR code that takes you to an online menu system. Then the wait staff brings you your food and handles any issues and payment in person. However, tipping is not required, so you don't feel like you have to pay extra for service you haven't received. The waitress the evening I went was nice, attentive and seemed enthusiastic about the restaurant and the food. The food is excellent. Again, this was very different from Indian food I've had in the past, they even had beef on the menu. I like spicy food, but none of the dishes were melt your face off. I went with a group of six people. We ordered appetizers to share, a main dish for ourselves and rice for the table. My main dish was the pork chop peralan. Not only was it favored to perfection with just a bit of spice, but the pork was cooked perfectly. It was tender and juicy. Of the appetizers, my favorites were the kerala fried chicken bites and kappa bonda. I was however disappointed that a few items on the menu were not available and the Mushroom Mezhukkupuratti just wasn't for me. Third, the ambience and atmosphere were modern and fun. It's located in what looks like a former industrial building with exposed brick and pipes. Fourth, the value was good. The group split the bill three ways as we were three couples. My wife and paid about $70-$80, pretty good for food and an experience like this. This is a must visit.

    Kothu Porotta
    Aditi D.

    Loved the vibe and menu -- creative but still rooted in familiar South Indian flavors. The Kothu Porotta was the absolute standout for me: spicy, comforting, packed with flavor, and everything I wanted it to be. The Kadala Curry with appam was good -- the gravy had a deep roasted coconut flavor I really liked, though having grown up in India, I've definitely had better appams. Tried the Chorum Kariyum combo with veggie curry, veg theeyal, rice, pappadum, and a rasam sidecar. The rasam was excellent -- spicy, tangy, and just right. The rest of the plate was solid, especially the veg theeyal. Surprise hits? The ChaaterTots -- house chaat masala with spicy beet ketchup -- were absolutely amazing. Would go back just for those. The Kerala Fried Chicken Bites were also great: crispy, flavorful, and balanced nicely with the yogurt sauce and pickled veg. I also really like the filter coffee and my friends enjoyed the cocktails! Overall, it's a great spot if you're craving Kerala food with a fun, modern twist. Will definitely be back to try more.

    Top: kerala fried chicken bites; bottom left: kadala curry with appam; bottom right: chicken ghee roast with jeera rice
    Tina L.

    Thattu is an elegant space with innovative menu items at reasonable prices. My boyfriend and I were both pleased. We ordered: -pazhanjan: if you like old fashioneds you have to get this! This drink was strong yet tasty. The banana flavor is very strong and works really well with the bourbon. 10/10 -mushroom mezhukkupuratti: loved this! Very mushroom-heavy and great flavors going on. This was probably my favorite thing we ordered. 10/10 -kerala fried chicken bites: tender and juicy yet still crisp. The pickled veggies are a nice touch and add a pop of freshness, nicely balancing out the heaviness from the fried chicken and creamy dipping sauce. 9/10 -kadala curry: get the appam! It's like a crispier injera (Ethiopian pancake bread). The seasonings are so flavorful. However, another piece of appam would be good. 9.5/10 -chicken ghee roast: this one kinda let me down. Tender and juicy chicken but the flavor is very light compared to everything else. The rice isn't anything special. 6.5/10 -chakka rice cake: this cake was so soft and moist! It isn't overly sweet either. 9/10 Lastly, the service was great! We had multiple servers/staff check in on us, refill our water, etc. I never felt like I waited for anything.

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