Just happened to be in the area and decided to try this place since we had never been before…read more Walked into a delicious aroma, and knew right away we had made the right choice. I chose the Chicken Koobideh which was so juicy, I was shocked! I've had good Koobideh, but never this juicy and tender! Strong flavor, and hint of saffron, a true delight. I also ordered the Ghormeh Sabji - which is a soya (dill) based green stew with meat and beans, and when it first comes to the table, you're thinking this looks and smells like henna paste, but the taste is so beautifully complex - savory, bitter, buttery, and pure deliciousness in every bite!!!!! A must try for something different. Husband ordered the lamb shank, and it was tender and fall off the bone! The meat was soft and unctuous. It was served with this roasted garlic bulb that was roasted to perfection, taking the harshness of the garlic away and replacing it with a soft, buttery, jammy garlicky goodness that is to DIE for!!!! Lastly, my mom got the lamb and beef Koobideh and said it was soft and juicy as well. After food, we had their tea and it is absolute perfection. I take mine sweetened, but even unsweetened my mother found it perfect! Lastly, don't sleep on the DOOGH! That's that fermented yogurt drink that is tart, salty, and super refreshing! I almost didn't even wanna tell yall about it, but I reminded myself that gatekeeping is a cardinal sin! And finally, the ambiance and the service is AMAZING. So gracious, so soft spoken, so generous and just kind to boot. The food is delicious but I'd come back just to see these smiling faces!!!

3 Chefs Persian Cuisine was a pretty mixed experience for us…read more The restaurant itself is more fast-casual than traditional sit-down Persian dining; think somewhere between a Panera and Chipotle in terms of setup and atmosphere. It was clean enough and perfectly fine for a casual meal, but definitely not somewhere I'd go expecting an upscale experience. We ordered the koobideh and shish combo with basmati rice. The meat was decent overall, though not especially tender. The koobideh leaned a little dry, while the shish had better flavor, but neither really stood out compared with some of the better Persian food I've had. The rice was another weak point for me; it wasn't quite as light and fluffy as I like, didn't seem buttered, and definitely could've used more salt. Our food also took about 30 minutes to come out. There was a large group of roughly 10 people ahead of us, so I'm sure that contributed, but it was still a pretty long wait for what feels like a fast-casual concept. Service was another middle-of-the-road part of the experience. The woman at the counter wasn't rude, but she wasn't particularly warm or welcoming either. I was also a little confused by the menu advertising that they can make essentially any Persian dish. I asked about ghormeh sabzi and was told they didn't have it that day, then asked about dill rice after seeing photos of it online and was told they only had white basmati available. One other thing worth noting: our receipt included a 5% transaction service fee, which added a few extra dollars to the bill. Overall, there were no deal-breakers, but there also wasn't much that really wowed me. The food was decent, portions were fair, and I'd come back if I happened to be in the area and was craving Persian food. But as a destination? There are definitely stronger options. Solid 3/5 for me. Not bad, just not particularly memorable.

Food: We came for the buffet. Everything was delicious AND it was spiced appropriately! (If you…read morewant more spice, they have fresh jalepenos and fresh ginger for you. You can also ask for extra red onions. IYKYK!) Buffet: Apps: samosa and veg pakoras (yummy) Entrees: chole (garbanzo curry), rasa aloo (potato curry), butter chicken, chicken biryani, chicken tikka (grilled in tandoor), and nihari (beef). Dessert: sooji halwa (semolina pudding) and rabdi (rice flour and milk dessert) Everything was so good and the owner-lady was so nice and sweet. She shared that she had made the rabdi. (Made with love)

This was a very disappointing experience at Sara's Restaurant on 05/30/26…read more There was only one waiter serving the entire restaurant, and we often had to get up and find him whenever we needed something. The biggest issue was the payment process. The waiter handed me a portable payment device showing a total of $94.04 and immediately prompted me to select a tip amount. I chose 15%, bringing the total to $106.15. Only after asking for a receipt did I discover that an 18% service charge had already been added to the bill. I felt misled. The waiter should have first shown the full bill breakdown before presenting the tip screen. Charging an 18% service fee and then prompting customers for an additional tip without clearly disclosing it is not transparent. My party consisted of two adults and children, with the oldest being only 10 years old, which made the service charge even more surprising. The food itself was decent, although the portion sizes were quite small compared to other restaurants charging similar prices. Had the billing process been handled honestly and transparently, I would have overlooked the portion sizes. Unfortunately, because of this experience, I will not be returning. I wanted to share this review so others know what to expect.

Having only had Uzbekistan food one other time, I was not expecting Shahirizada to blow my first…read moreexperience out of the water, but it did. The food here was excellent, both in flavor and value. I'm already planning on going back for more. Bread $4 - Good flavor bread, light golden crust and chewy in the middle. Turkish Style Liver $12 - Lightly breaded, crispy on the outside, well done. Fried Manti with beef $13 - This was like a giant gyoza. My friend loved it, but I would pass on it next time. Wedding Plov $14.50 - Very tasty and keeps you going back for more. Kavurma Lagman $16 - Noodle dish like I've never had before, would order again. Honey Cake $8 - Not only adorable, but a delicious layered cake that is not too sweet. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2026

We were looking for something more unique for dinner and came across Shahirizada…read more We started with a half order of bread and two samsas. The bread was a good starter and came with a light tomato sauce. The samsas were also a good starter...warm and flaky. The pumpkin one was my favorite! For our main meal, we shared the wedding plov and a lamb and lulya kabob. The wedding plov came in a portion that can easily be shared between 2-3 people. The dish itself is pretty simple but I enjoyed it! The lamb kabob was a bit overcooked (still good though) and the lulya kabob was so tender and perfect. The food was good and fit exactly what we were craving. The service was also good but a bit slow at times. It's hard to believe all this food came out to less than $50.

So tried this on a whim and I have to say this just is t awesome bbq, it is amazing Indian food and…read moreadd it table top grills. What can I say other then run here order it all and enjoy some of the best food you are going to have. P.s. the naan is amazing, I know you say naan really. But dang can't be beat So close this app and go to Absolute now !!!

The place is not crowded and has plenty of seating! They…read moreserve buffet during lunch hours and have extremely variety options in the spread! The appetizers were excellent! Tandoor chicken and chilly paneer. Main entrees were not that great! Mughlai vegetable and butter chicken were both mild and didn't have much flavor!

Love the food here! It brings back the taste of India and it is very decently priced. The service…read morehas been warm and fairly quick even on busier days. I feel they have even upgraded ambiance and made it better! Overall, good service, great food and a decent ambiance to get your food cravings satiated! Must visit if you like good indian food. Specific recommendations: Amritsari Kulcha Dal Makhani Tomato Soup Roomali Roti

We were there, me and a friend, for lunch on a Friday. I was hoping for a buffet but they do that…read moreonly on weekends. We ordered their specials, Amritsari Kulcha and Chole/Bhature and split it. Not hot but subtly spicy! The Kulcha is bread stuffed with spicy potatoes and fired in a tandoori kiln. They what're came dressed up in flowers! Very nice presentation! I get my buffet wish after all today since I am attending someone's invitation for a buffet dinner there this evening along with our family reunion!

I've lived in Naperville for nearly three years, and as a vegetarian, I've tried several Indian…read morerestaurants--often driving farther out. I used to pass by Indian Harvest while shopping nearby, and one day I finally decided to give it a try. I started with their lunch special, and it was both affordable and generous--enough for lunch and dinner. When I later ordered dinner, the portions lasted even longer. That kind of value is rare. What truly stands out is the customer service. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with warmth and kindness. The staff makes you feel welcome, and the atmosphere is calm and inviting. Great food matters, but great service is what keeps you coming back--and they deliver both. Whether you dine in or order to-go, you won't be disappointed. This is definitely one of Naperville's best-kept secrets. Highly recommended, The Writter, Phyllis

Been coming here many times over the years with the family. Always great service and food quality…read morehas been consistent. Used the separated side room for larger family gatherings and it works out nicely.

We went back again on Father's day weekend and tried some traditional stuff like daal makhani,…read morelachha paratha, tandoori paneer etc. We'va always loved the fusion food here, but the traditional Indian food also hit the spot. The sticky date pudding is mind blowing, don't miss this desert.

Call us crazy, but we decided to go out for dinner after the storm last weekend. We were one of…read morethe few b/c Tapri was empty that night - which was the unusual - from what I understand. Food-wise, we were happy with our selections. We started with the Babai Punugulu. I can't tell you what it was b/c the description only said: A south indian snack enjoyed on the street side, served hot with house chutneys. I can't tell you if there was meat / protein / veggie in it or not. TBH - the menu should have described it a bit more - but it was good and we enjoyed the chutneys that came with it. Having just looked it up online - they are: golden, bite-sized fritters are made from a fermented batter of rice and urad dal mixed with onions, green chilies, and cumin. For entrees - we got the Butter Tikka Masala (w/ chicken) and Rogan Josh (w/ lamb). We asked for them spicy and I thought the spice level was good, but we could have gone spicier - but one never knows. It came with white rice and we ordered a garlic naan. The naan had a good amount of garlic on it so quite good. We enjoyed both of our entrees - I might have gone chicken for mine instead of lamb next time. The sauces for both dishes were really good and plentiful. The only drawback is the ordering / menu. It's on your phone (no menu in the restaurant) - which makes it hard b/c the phone is small - and you literally have to click on each dish to know what it is. Took a while to order. I would recommend having a hard copy menu - or changing the online portion where you can see the descriptions easily w/o having to click on each one. Overall - a great place with good food.

Good place for Indian food with plenty of options on the menu. The food was flavorful and we…read moreenjoyed our meal overall. The biryani was especially good and the portions were decent. Service was good as well. A nice option in the Aurora/Naperville area when you're craving Indian food. Would definitely come back to try more dishes! Ambiance is okok

Got some pretty okay Indian food from this kind of crummy looking restaurant in Aurora. It has food…read morethat's better than it looks. Nawabi Hyderabad House is one of the many ethnic restaurants around here but one of the few with this particular cuisine it seems. Has okay prices compared to other types of restaurants with this kind of food. There's a lot for a variety of preferences. Came at lunch. It's a pretty nondescript place in a strip mall. They weren't busy when we came in and that could have been a sign. Has a pretty good amount of stuff on the menu. Mostly authentic flavors and spices. It's about $13 for an entree. Then add a few more bucks for chapati or naan. Basically you have to get a bread in order to be able to eat anything. The entrees come with rice at least. I had the Guttha Vindaya Curry. This is eggplant in hot peanut sauce. It sure was pretty hot. The rest of the menu features classics like tandoori and more. Have to say it wasn't as bad as it could have been. It's one of those Indian restaurants that closes between lunch and dinner where at lunch it's often cheaper. There's plenty for many taste preferences, including for both meat eaters and vegetarians.