Indian Restaurants in Illinois (IL)

The Great Indian Restaurant     » Directions & Maps

Vegetable Samosas, papadum, batata vada, Mirchi Pakoras, Aloo Tikki Chat, Shrimp Pakoras, Chicken Tikka Soup
4400 Avenue of the Cities Moline, Illinois 61265
Phone: 309 797 6603

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Curry Theory     » Directions & Maps

    Curry Theory Coupon
Tikka Masala, Chicken Dum Biryani - Hyderabad Style, Chicken Tikka Sandwich
850 W Superior St Chicago, Illinois 60642
Phone: 312 416 1956

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Bloom Bawarchi V 2.0     » Directions & Maps

Indian restaurant serving biryanis & vegetarian options, offering catering & take-outs.
503 N Prospect Rd STE 104 Bloomington, Illinois 61704
Phone: 309 277 3678

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Tandoori Restaurant     » Directions & Maps

Traditional Pakistani & Indian nook known for clay oven-fired dishes, biryani & vegetarian plates.
9344 Ballard Rd Des Plaines, Illinois 60016
Phone: 847 824 6550

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Desi Exotic Nation     » Directions & Maps

Chilli Baby Corn, Samosa bites, Crispy Vegetable Pakoras, Chicken Pensadh, Apollo Fish
816 W Pioneer Pkwy Peoria, Illinois 61615
Phone: 309 643 1419

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Tikka N Curry     » Directions & Maps

Modern cafe where patrons choose their own ingredients for bowls & wraps of Indian fare.
400 S Financial Pl Chicago, Illinois 60605
Phone: 312 877 5722

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The Little India     » Directions & Maps

Indian curries, tandoori fare & desserts in a petite restaurant with big front windows.
1109 W Bryn Mawr Ave Chicago, Illinois 60660
Phone: 773 728 7012

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Mantra Indian Cuisine & Spirits     » Directions & Maps

Homey Indian joint offering curries & other standards, plus a lunch buffet in a laid-back ambiance.
220 N Harrison St Davenport, Illinois 52801
Phone: 563 424 5500

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Aroma Indian Restaurant & Bar     » Directions & Maps

    Aroma Indian Restaurant & Bar Coupon
traditional meat & vegetarian Indian dishes, plus a buffet option
716 S Eldorado Rd Bloomington, Illinois 61704
Phone: 309 808 0076

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JK Kabab House     » Directions & Maps

traditional Indian & Pakistani meat & vegetarian plates.
6412 N Rockwell St Chicago, Illinois 60645
Phone: 773 761 6089

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ClayOven Tandoor     » Directions & Maps

Traditional Indian cuisine, including many vegetarian dishes & a buffet, offered in stylish digs.
3970 IL-22 Long Grove, Illinois 60047
Phone: 847 550 8600

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Masala     » Directions & Maps

Indian eatery featuring classic tandoori dishes, Indo-Chinese fare & a lunch buffet.
28331 Dodge Dr Warrenville, Illinois 60555
Phone: 331 457 5162

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India House Restaurant     » Directions & Maps

Offering over 250 menu items, this Indian restaurant has both classic dishes & a lunch buffet.
59 W Grand Ave Chicago, Illinois 60654
Phone: 312 645 9500

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Bombay Chopsticks     » Directions & Maps

Indian, Chinese & Thai cuisine plus creative alcoholic & nonalcoholic drinks.
721 W Golf Rd Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169
Phone: 847 380 5775

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Mantra by Indian Garden     » Directions & Maps

Traditional Indian cuisine offered in an exotically decorated space with a bar & outdoor seating.
9438 Irving Park Rd Schiller Park, Illinois 60176
Phone: 847 260 5777

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Mild 2 Spicy     » Directions & Maps

Many classic Indian dishes, a weekend buffet & creative cocktails offered in contemporary surrounds.
714 W Diversey Pkwy Chicago, Illinois 60614
Phone: 773 661 6778

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Madras Kafe     » Directions & Maps

Indian cafe with classic fare & all-you-can-eat lunch platters.
701 N Milwaukee Ave #104 Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
Phone: 847 549 0099

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Uru-Swati     » Directions & Maps

Corner eatery specializing in vegetarian provisions from Northern & Southern India.
2629 W Devon Ave Chicago, Illinois 60659
Phone: 773 381 1010

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Sara’s Pakistani & Indian Cuisine     » Directions & Maps

Indian & Pakistani fare in a comfortable setting, with a buffet at lunch & weekend brunch.
2860 Showplace Dr Naperville, Illinois 60564
Phone: 630 717 7865

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Hyderabad House Biryani Place     » Directions & Maps

Sambar/Lentil Soup, Garlic Mushroom Soup, Chicken Corn Soup, Chicken Pepper Soup
1424 E Algonquin Rd Schaumburg, Illinois 60173
Phone: 847 907 4145

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Superkhana International     » Directions & Maps

Creative, Indian-inspired dining with wines & craft cocktails in funky digs with a courtyard.
3059 W Diversey Ave Chicago, Illinois 60647
Phone: 773 661 9028

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Marigold Maison     » Directions & Maps

    Marigold Maison Coupon
Indian & Indo-Chinese fare in a stylish, contemporary space.
900 Milwaukee Ave Ste E Lincolnshire, Illinois 60069
Phone: 847 940 0200

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Thalaiva’s Indian Kitchen     » Directions & Maps

An array of traditional Indian small & shared plates in a casual setting with light wood interiors.
116 Main St Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
Phone: 224 585 6034

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Shaahi Biryani     » Directions & Maps

    Shaahi Biryani Coupon
Namesake rice dishes & other classic Indian fare, served up in a simple cafe setting in a mall.
246 Town Center Ln Glendale Heights, Illinois 60139
Phone: 630 614 4546

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Indian food for beginners! what to order?

One thing you have to remember about Indian food is that it is not a generic cuisine. It is intensely regional (north indian, south indian, bengali, kerala, goan) and what you should order should correspond with the regionality of the restaurant you are at! If you are a first timer, go easy on spice - mild.

Appetizer's

Assorted appetizer sampler is fail proof
tandoori chicken (bbq), paneer pakoras (veg), kababs, seek kabobs, veggie samosas, tiger prawns

Non Vegetarian Indian Food

chicken tikka masala, butter chicken (makhani chicken), tandoori dishes, Mutton Rogan Josh, chicken biryani, goan vindaloo

Vegetarian India Food / Vegan Food

saag paneer, malai kofta, palak paneer, gobi manchurian, chickpeas, baingan bharta, matar paneer, aloo matar

Chaat Places (Indian Street Food)

vada pav, pani puri, bhel puri, dahi puri, dosa, idli, dahi vadas, uttapams, mysore masala dosa

Vegan Food

Naan bread in indianrestaurants is likely be made with yogurt
onion or cauliflower or okra bhajis, vegetable samosas and vegetable pakoras are all vegan. vegetable curry, veggie vindaloo, chana masala/chole, sambar, vegetable biryani are other options

Gluten Free Options

Tandoori chicken, fish, and shrimp are almost always gluten-free, Indian spices are gluten free, with the exception of something called "hing", Always ask for Gluten Free Menu to be on the safe side.