What a hidden gem! The food was awesome, and the service was great too. Started with the Tandoori Chicken and Gobi Manchurian, and both were packed with flavor (and spicy)! For mains we got an assortment or naan and Malai Kofta, Shrimp Saag, and the Lamb Rogan Josh. Everything was so yummy, and I appreciated how none of the dishes were soaked in oil. Don't skip out on dessert, too - the mango tres leches cake was perfect. Will definitely come back!! One of my new favorites. read more

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Chicago now has my new favorite Indian restaurant. Dhanteraz is a hidden gem in Lincoln Park. They serve authentic Indian food that truly hits the spot. The ambience is warm and inviting, and the service was friendly We ordered several dishes, but the vegetable biryani was my absolute favorite. It's served in a traditional clay pot sealed with dough, which locks in the heat and flavors beautifully. An absolute must-try here. We also had the dal makhani and malai kofta, both of which were very good, but the biryani was hands down the standout dish. read more

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We stopped by Dhanteraz Indian Fusion tonight. I was curious to check it out since it took over the space of the supper club I used to frequent. The service was excellent. Our server stopped by the table often to make sure we were all set and offered helpful recommendations based on our preferences. The food was delicious, and we had no complaints about the taste. We paid $6 for garlic naan, $20 for the chicken tikka masala, and $22 for the lamb korma. Overall, dinner for two can easily run around $65 including tax and tip, assuming you skip dessert. Overall, it was a very nice experience. They were accommodating even though we didn't have a reservation and simply popped in because we wanted to try something new close to home. read more

Dhanteraz Indian Fusion - Garlic Naan Bread Lamb Korma Chicken Tikka Masala B Rice - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place is absolutely fantastic. The food is incredibly flavorful, and the service is truly top-notch. We ordered the vegetarian biryani, which came in a clay pot and was packed with rich, delicious flavors. The bhindi masala (okra in a spiced sauce) was excellent, perfect with a side of white rice or naan. The palak paneer was also a standout dish. Overall, this spot has quickly become one of my favorites, and I'll definitely be coming back for more. It's small and you would need a reservation but the got us seated with no reservation. Tucked away in Roscoe Village, it's a gem worth visiting. read more

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Dhanteraz in Chicago is such a great spot! The vibes are cozy and inviting, and the service is friendly and attentive. We tried the butter chicken, which was absolutely delicious--rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The pieces were a little too big but easily cut and able to eat. The naan was fire--perfectly soft and slightly charred, just how it should be! The chicken tikka pasta was also a standout, packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. I almost liked it more than the actual dish??? So crazy to say but you can imagine how good it was! Overall, a fantastic experience with great food and a welcoming atmosphere. Definitely a spot to hit up if you're craving Indian comfort food with a twist! read more

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Delicious food and friendly staff. Beware their medium spice is caucasian SPICY (chicken chettinad & chicken tikka masala pictured below) read more

Dhanteraz Indian Fusion - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I stopped by this place on a snowy night hoping for some comfort food, and honestly it hit the spot. The malai kofta was amazing -- the gravy was so creamy and flavorful. The dal makhani was alright, nothing special. The naan was super soft and fluffy, and the biryani had great flavor and it was 2 too! But the real star was the mango tres leches. It was perfectly sweet with great flavor and cake was really moist. The service was pretty quick and the staff was friendly as well! The place is pretty small with limited seating. read more

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Medium size space inside. Service was really good. Server was really helpful in making dcesion and listening to our need. Veg food review - Overall 3.5 Mango Lassi - 3.5 /5 - Good but there are scope for improvements Chilli Cauliflower- 4/5 - Good spice but little too sweet for my taste Dhanterz kofta - 5/5 - Really liked the tastes of the curry and kofta was soft Kadi Paneer - 3.5/5 - Taste was mix with sweet and spicy. Garlic chili and Onion Naan- 3/5 - Not your typical Naan miss the softness of Naan with little crunch. read more

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The service was incredible! It felt like family was taking care of us the whole time. Solid choice for (mostly) North Indian food in the city. My hopes for fusion were not as highly met but I did enjoy the pasta with makhani sauce. The kofta was really nice too and had an excellent variety of naan. An elevated without being stuff vibe, would definitely consider this a good staple. read more

The food was great, you'll definitely have leftovers! There's nothing particularly special about the decor or ambiance, and it feels a bit cramped. The service is wonderful though and everyone was kind. Definitely get the Biryani, though it's definitely spicy so adjust accordingly. read more

Dhanteraz Indian Fusion - Lamb Biryani (GF) - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Best staff -- always welcoming and friendly. The food is incredible, and their saffron coffee is a must-try. One of the best Indian restaurants in Chicago with great service and ambiance. read more

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We were visiting Chicago for Mother's Day weekend and I was craving Indian cuisine. We did a Google search and found Dhanteraz Indian Fusion Restaurant in Roscoe Village. We ordered the Gobi Manchurian, Chicken Biryani, and Butter Chicken. Every dish was full of flavor -- my taste buds were absolutely off the charts excited! To top it off, I was given a beautiful gift bag filled with Mother's Day gifts at the end of the meal. So thoughtful! The service was excellent too. My only complaint is that I live too far away to come here often! Thanks, Dhantorez, for a delightful Mother's Day meal! read more

Best biryani in town. Bold flavors, perfect spice, and every bite tastes like it came straight from a family kitchen

What a gem of a place! The food was wonderful. The Gobi Manchurian was a fun and tasty new dish for us. All of the standards - dal, palek paneer, etc. were on point. Great for a date night or for a group of friends. The staff was so warm and welcoming. A delightful evening! read more

On our third trip to Dhanteraz and I had to write a review. The service and atmosphere are only topped by the food. The amazing fusion of flavors transported me to Mumbai. We started with the chili paneer and samosas. Tons of flavor and heat. Moved on to the buttered chicken, paneer masala and shrimp Biryani. Each was amazing, and the biryani is a show stopper. 5 stars highly recommend! read more

The food here is extremely thoughtful, with flavors blended for subtlety and flavor. Armosphere is lovy too. Hot is truly hot.

I hesitantly ordered from here a week ago through Door Dash. Why I say hesitantly is because Indian food is hit or miss. My guests and I were pleasantly surprised. The food was excellent. We ordered the Gobi Manchurian, Butter Chicken, Dal Makhani, and Chana Masal. We ordered the Gobi Manchurian hot spicy and it was very spicy but great flavor. The other dishes we ordered were medium spicy and still had great spice to it. The two things I think were a BIG miss... 1) The Naan is TERRIBLE. I don't know how a place messes up naan. But reading the rest of the reviews, I'm not the only one who felt this way. It was hard and very dry. 2) The chicken pieces were HUGE. In our dish we had 3 pieces of chicken but they were big chunks and when serving to others, this doesn't go over well. Chicken should be cut into smaller pieces. Otherwise I would highly recommend this place. But please fix the Naan issue! read more

Our first time trying out Dhanteraz Fusion and we loved it. It's a small restaurant with a very cozy atmosphere. The food was great! I loved that there was a large selection of vegetarian options. I ordered vegetable tikka Masala. It was about $16 (small portion). I appreciated my entree included about 6 different vegetables (oppose to only 2 or 3). I also loved the spice level. Great experience overall and I can't wait to go back. Thank you read more

Thrilled to have Dhanteraz in the neighborhood! We have been longtime fans of Basant Modern Indian a little north, and remain impressed by their food, drinks, and ambience. However, Dhanteraz may have replaced it in terms of quick, quality, reliable takeout, with better hours and far fairer prices. The sauces are excellent - you can tell how fresh their ingredients are and how expertly they balance flavors. I am a huge fan of the saag, both chicken and paneer - just delicious and wonderful over a bed of fluffy rice. We've done takeout three times already - it's a new go to. Looking forward to trying more and more in the future, as well as dining in! read more

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The best authentic experience and food! Seriously! And, the owner Abu came out and shook all of hands and welcomed us with open arms. Check this place out immediately. read more

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Love this place! Best service in Chicago. Highly recommend this place! Service was helpful and very nice.

The food is so good. What else can. say? We go here whenever we have a craving for Indian.

Delivery: they missed an item in my order, called and they offered to give extra next time. Real disappointment. read more

Food was excellent, well flavored and good quantity for the price point. Medium spice level packed a punch if that's what you like. Service was kind and attentive. Everything was delicious but the standout dishes were the Chile paneer appetizer, and the lamb biryani. Oh and it's BYOB so don't be surprised by no drink menu. read more

Dhanteraz Indian Fusion - Dal Makhani (GF)Chicken Korma (GF)Butter Chicken (GF) - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Had us the best Indian food here thank you for making our anniversary dinner one to remember! :)

Family run, great service , delicious Indian food, fairly priced. What a fantastic addition to the Roscoe village neighborhood. Can't wait to return. read more

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Great set Levi e excellent food would highly recommend, the food was super tasty and creamy could use a little more spice but the let you pick levels we said 8 and it's was good but less spicy then expected. Honey chicken appetizer was amazing read more

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They had great options and service was great. We are definitely going to come back. Thank you!

Some of the best Indian food I've ever had! Our whole experience at Dhanteraz was amazing as soon as we walked in. We felt very welcomed and comfortable with the friendly staff. The atmosphere is really fun and interesting, yet sophisticated enough for date night. The herb rice is extraordinarily flavorful and a must order if you like your rice turned up a notch. The chicken chettinad was easily the best chettinad I've ever had. They curated a perfect spice level to meet my spice preferences (spicy) and I was left in awe with its complex flavor. My wife loved the butter chicken and was thoroughly impressed with how creamy and flavorful it was. We also ordered the garlic naan which exceeded all of our expectations. It was the perfect contrast of crispy bottom with airy/flavorful top. The naan paired excellently with our main entrees and is a must order. The mango Lassi was super refreshing and had us wishing we ordered another! Finally, the coconut milk cake rounded out our experience with a lovely, light, and refreshing sweet treat. Dhanteraz will be our goto Indian restaurant for the foreseeable future. Chef Anaz has clearly spent an incredible amount of time curating an extensive menu that excels at delivering the most fresh, flavorful, Indian cuisine in Chicago. Highly recommend for any occasion! read more

Dhanteraz Indian Fusion - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Just went for lunch for the first time. Superb food, very well executed, and really friendly and helpful staff. We had the Gobi Manchurian, an Indo-Chinese crispy cauliflower appetizer - texture was perfect, crispy on the outside but tender on the inside. For mains we ordered the Dhanteraz paneer - so rich and delicious! - and the Dhanteraz shrimp biryani, which comes cooked in a clay pot sealed with a thin bread steamed over it. Mango lassis were also perfect. Will definitely be back, and highly recommend trying some of their Dhanteraz specialties beyond the traditional classics. read more

Just went back here tonight and I have to say this bright star shined even more. We like to go with their thoughtful suggestions, and try something different based on what we had before. The coolest part is the waitress (can't spell her name but she's great) remembers what she selected for you last time, so your adventure always continues! The rub in this perfect meal is the chef came out to speak with us and what I love about his food. I hate writing this because I want it to myself, but that's not fair. read more

so happy to have this in our neighborhood... warm service and great portions. the ambiance could be helped a bit - particularly bc it's family owned (would like to see this reflected in the place). great flavors in everything we ordered. unclear where the "fusion" comes into play but it's great either way! read more

This place is excellent!! I've been to alot of Indian restaurants and this some of the best food I have had. Their signature Dhanteraz sauce is some of the best. The Korma is also really good. They have a spicy garlic naan which is both spicy and loaded with tons of flavor. We also got their lamb biryani which was super flavorful and the portion was large. I also asked for some spicy sauce on the side and it was super yummy. Love this place and can't wait to try more of this. read more

Everything was delicious and they had lots of options for spice level! Service was excellent.

So tasty! Friendly, attentive staff. Had butter chicken and tikka masala, both delicious. You get to pick your spice levels. Had the special chocolate cake to go. Not an inexpensive meal but great for a change of pace meal. read more

Food is so good! Been here multiple times and everything that I've ever ordered has been delicious

My partner and I Found this restaurant by chance and boy were we lucky. Amazing food every time as well as great service! Abu is such a great chef and you can tell he truly cares about his craft. If you do decide to give it a try order the Lamb Curry 10/10! read more

Stopped by lunchtime for a quick bite to eat. We ordered the Gobi Manchurian(V) cauliflower appetizer, Onion naan, Samosas, and I tried a Salt Lassi. Everything was delicious, fresh, and not too spicey. I will definitely, return for a full dinner with my husband. read more

Dhanteraz Indian Fusion - Gobi Manchurian (Vegan). Cauliflower - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The food was so delicious! One of my favorite Indian restaurants in the city. The service was also great-- very quick and friendly. Highly recommend! read more

Super friendly service and amazing dishes. Kitchen really nails depth of flavor in typical go to Indian dishes. Highly recommend the Chilli Gobi and the Vindaloo. read more