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    Vatan

    4.3 (27 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Great food!
    Vicki V.

    Excellent food, fun drinks and great service in the far western suburbs. So glad to have more Indian food options out this way!

    Samosas and TAPOVAN cocktail

    I will definitely be visiting avatan again. My husband and I dined here on a weeknight. The restaurant was moderately busy. No reservations. We do like spicy food. We ordered round of drinks, 2 appetizers and 3 entrees. I will say the prices are high but we enjoyed ourselves. I would do without the samosas next time. The tandoor shrimp stole the show. Butter chicken, PARDA BIRYANI and lobster curry were all outstanding. Garlic naan to top it off. The portions are small. The service was outstanding.

    Neelam B.

    My Birthday Celebration in VATAN We recently visited Vatan for a birthday dinner and had a lovely experience. The restaurant doesn't take advance reservations, so it's first come, first serve, but thankfully there was enough space to sit comfortably without feeling crowded. The Indian Map with Vatan written on it looks impressive. The ambiance was pleasing. For drinks, I tried the pineapple drink, which was refreshing and light, a great start to the meal. The food menu had a wide variety, and we began with the dahi puchka shot, which was fun and flavorful. The kabab was cooked well, juicy, and seasoned just right.The Crockery used at the restaurant was good. Among the main dishes, the paneer was on the sweeter side, which some might enjoy, though I personally prefer it a bit spicier. The chicken tikka masala was delicious, rich in flavor, and definitely one of the highlights of the meal. Everything was served hot and in good portions, making it enjoyable to share among everyone at the table. Since it was a birthday, we also had a cake with us, and the staff was kind enough to let us cut it at the table. That small gesture made the evening feel even more special. Overall, Vatan offered good food, spacious seating, and a welcoming environment. It's a nice spot to celebrate with family or friends, especially if you enjoy a mix of classic and modern Indian dishes.

    I ordered the mocktail called "Exotica" made with orange, mint, and passion fruit. Very flavorful
    Kristen S.

    Tucked just a little off the path in St Charles, my husband and I found a new locally owned restaurant @vatan.progressiveindian that's bursting with authentic Indian cuisine flavor! They just opened this week on July 2nd. What we ordered: Three-cheese Naan Lobster curry with a regular spice level, you can pick your level of heat Makhani Paneer Chicken Tikka Masala Mocktail Ordered: Exotica- crafted with orange, mint, and passion fruit The customer service was exceptional from start to finish with our meal. The decor is very nice and the chairs are super comfy too.

    Chanla F.

    Wow, absolutely incredible! We were completely blown away from the moment we walked in. The ambience is beautiful, the food is outstanding, and the service is truly next level. The space itself is stunning, and the owner was so kind and welcoming. We had Suri as our server and she was fantastic-- warm, fun, and such a joy to chat with! Every dish was bold, flavorful, and presented beautifully. You can tell every detail in this place has been thoughtfully curated. I loved my mocktail, too! We highly, highly recommend and cannot wait to come back!

    Samosas and PANEER PAPDI
    Erin L.

    This is my new favorite place in Saint Charles. The food was outstanding, the decor is so nice and updated, and our server was fantastic! The whole staff was friendly and attentive. Must get the Tikka masala. Was the best one I've had. They have a great cocktail list along with mocktails, which was super nice! Cannot wait to come back

    Charred Chicken Tikka

    Food is great. Almost justifies the price. Quick turnaround on carryout orders. The service could and should be way better for a restaurant of this quality.

    Restaurant and bar area!
    Kari K.

    Had a great experience and the food was amazing! I would highly recommend going to experience something different and fabulous!

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    Best biryani in Chicagoland. It's more upscale Indian food but the quality matches the pricing.

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