Best Indian Restaurants in Chicago (2026)

Best Indian Restaurants in Chicago (2026)

Chicago's Devon Avenue corridor and its surrounding neighborhoods host one of the most vibrant South Asian dining scenes in the Midwest. From Punjabi street food to South Indian thali and Pakistani karahi, there is something for every palate. Here are the top verified Indian restaurants in Chicago, with address and contact details sourced from the Desi.Net Chicago directory.

1. Ghareeb Nawaz

A beloved Devon Avenue institution known for generous portions of Pakistani and North Indian home cooking at budget-friendly prices.

• Address: 2032 West Devon Avenue, Chicago
• Phone: +1-773-761-5300
• Website: ghareebnawazonline.com
• Cuisine: Indian / Pakistani

2. Essence of India

A long-standing North Indian restaurant on Lincoln Avenue with a broad menu of curries, tandoor, and vegetarian options.

• Address: 4601 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago
• Phone: +1-773-506-0002
• Website: essenceofindiachicago.com
• Cuisine: Indian

3. The Khyber Pass

A relaxed Afghani-South Asian restaurant known for slow-cooked meats and warm bread.

• Address: 1031 Lake Street, Chicago
• Hours: Tue–Sat 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM, Sun 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
• Website: khyberpassop.com
• Cuisine: Indian / Afghani

4. Cool Mirchi Indian Restaurant

A family-friendly Indian restaurant in the suburbs serving both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.

• Address: 814 South Plum Grove Road, Chicago area
• Phone: +1 630-529-0999
• Website: coolmirchi.us
• Cuisine: Indian

5. Spinzer

A casual Devon Avenue spot serving Pakistani and North Indian dishes, popular for hearty daily specials.

• Address: 2331 West Devon Avenue, Chicago
• Hours: Monday–Sunday 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Website: spinzerchicago.com
• Cuisine: Indian

6. Lilac Tiger

A modern South Asian restaurant in Wicker Park with a creative contemporary menu.

• Address: 1742 West Division Street, Chicago
• Website: lilac-tiger-chicago.com
• Cuisine: South Asian

7. Indian Garden

A downtown Chicago Indian restaurant with a long menu spanning vegetarian, chicken, lamb, and seafood.

• Address: 247 East Ontario Street, Chicago
• Phone: +1 312-280-4910
• Hours: Mon–Sun 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Website: indiangardenchicago.com
• Cuisine: Indian

8. Rajun Cajun

A Hyde Park neighborhood restaurant blending South Indian and Cajun flavors — a Chicago original.

• Address: 1459 East 53rd Street, Chicago
• Phone: +1-773-955-1145
• Website: rajuncajunhp.com
• Cuisine: Indian / Cajun

9. Nepal House

A Devon Avenue Nepalese-Indian restaurant known for momos, Nepali thali, and friendly service.

• Address: 2601 West Devon Avenue, Chicago
• Phone: +1 773 681 0200
• Hours: Monday 10:30 AM – 9:15 PM (check website for full hours)
• Website: thenepalhouse.net
• Cuisine: Indian / Nepalese

10. Sukhadia's Sweets and Snacks

A beloved Indian sweets and savory snacks shop on Devon Avenue, a go-to for mithai and farsan.

• Address: 2559 West Devon Avenue, Chicago
• Phone: +1 773 338 5400
• Website: sukhadiasweetschicago.com
• Cuisine: Indian sweets & snacks

11. Godavari Indian

An upscale South Indian restaurant from the Godavari group, serving Andhra and Telangana cuisine.

• Website: godavarius.com
• Cuisine: Indian (South Indian)

12. Naan on Devon

A late-night Devon Avenue staple known for fresh naan, kebabs, and Pakistani-style rice dishes.

• Address: 2241 West Devon Avenue, Chicago
• Phone: +1 773 262 7676
• Hours: Wed–Mon 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
• Website: naanondevon.com
• Cuisine: Indian / Pakistani

13. Superkhana International

An acclaimed modern Indian restaurant that regularly tops Chicago best-restaurant lists.

• Address: 3059 West Diversey Avenue, Chicago
• Phone: +1-773-661-9028
• Website: superkhanachicago.com
• Cuisine: Indian

14. Gorkha Kitchen

An intimate Nepalese-Indian kitchen in Lincoln Park with a focus on Himalayan flavors.

• Address: 432 West Diversey Parkway, Chicago
• Hours: Wed–Mon 11 AM – 10 PM
• Website: gorkhakitchenchicago.com
• Cuisine: Indian / Nepalese

15. Adda Indian Cuisine

A contemporary Indian restaurant in Little Italy serving regional Indian dishes with a modern touch.

• Address: 1400 West Taylor Street, Chicago
• Phone: +1-312-829-2828
• Website: addachicago.com
• Cuisine: Indian

16. Himalayan Restaurant

A South Loop Himalayan restaurant serving Nepali and Indian dishes at reasonable prices.

• Address: 606 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago
• Phone: +1-312-877-5999
• Hours: Mon–Thu 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (check website for full hours)
• Website: himalayanrestaurant.com
• Cuisine: Indian / Nepalese

17. Dhanteraz Indian Fusion

An Indian fusion restaurant in Roscoe Village offering creative takes on classic subcontinental dishes.

• Address: 2116 West Roscoe Street, Chicago
• Phone: +1 773-799-8585
• Website: dhanteraz.com
• Cuisine: Indian Fusion

18. Mild 2 Spicy

A neighborhood Indian lunch spot on Diversey with a popular weekday lunch buffet.

• Address: 714 West Diversey Parkway, Chicago
• Phone: +1-773-661-6778
• Hours: Mon–Fri 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM (lunch); check website for dinner hours
• Website: mild2spicy.net
• Cuisine: Indian

19. Udupi Palace

A Schaumburg-area South Indian vegetarian restaurant known for dosas, idlis, and South Indian thali.

• Website: udupischaumburg.net
• Cuisine: Indian (South Indian vegetarian)

20. Thalaiva's Indian Kitchen

A South Indian restaurant in the Chicago suburbs with an emphasis on Chettinad and Tamil cuisine.

• Address: 116 Main Street, Chicago area
• Hours: Tue–Sun 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (check website for dinner hours)
• Website: thalaivasindiankitchen.com
• Cuisine: Indian (South Indian)

21. Honest

A North Indian restaurant in the Chicago suburbs serving fresh curries and grilled meats.

• Address: 8351 West Golf Road, Chicago area
• Phone: +1 847-594-4117
• Website: honestrestaurantsusa.com
• Cuisine: Indian

About this list

Desi.Net Chicago maintains a verified directory of South Asian restaurants and businesses. Phone numbers and addresses are sourced directly from our database of verified business listings. Hours may vary — always confirm before visiting.