Restaurant food is amazing, comforting, great variety.

I went to pick up and was pleased to see these guys were doing a robust business. It was our first time ordering from them. We got many of their signature dishes. Nothing I tasted was really good. It was just passable. Disappointing. read more

This was not only one of the best Indian meals we've had in a long time, but it was also the best delivery we've had. I can't imagine how good it is when you dine in! We started with the crispy onion pakora. Who doesn't love fried onions? While they did become a bit soggy due to delivery, they were still excellent. We also had the keema samosa. They were incredible! Couldn't get enough of them, with or without the sauce. My husband also wanted us to try the bhel puri, an Indian street food. I was reluctant because I just thought it was too much food, but I'm so happy I caved. This was the star! It was light and filled with flavors I've never experienced before. Party in my mouth. For our entrees, I had the chicken korma. It was creamy and buttery and had a kick of spice at then end that kept me coming back for more. My husband tried the lamb saag. I wish I could comment on how it tasted, but he ate it up so quickly I didn't get to try. I guess that's a grand review right there. I don't understand why people were upset their entrees didn't come with rice. On the menu it says explicitly if it does or not. Ours both did, but we would have been happy to pay the 3 dollars if it did not. We did get an order of naan, and this is where delivery hurts Indian food. Of course the naan wasn't as good as it could have been, but we just put it in the oven to crisp it up a bit and yumminess ensued. I also stated when we received our food that the portions seemed a bit small for the price, but I got over that quickly. I think so many people are used to going to Devon Street and getting enormous portions that sometimes we forget we don't need 5 pounds of chicken tikka masala to satisfy us. Also, in terms of price, it was on the more expensive side for Indian, but again, you get what you pay for. I don't complain when I'm going out for a fancy pants dinner to have to pay 30 bucks for an entree, so I won't complain here either. I'm willing to pay if the food holds up, and it truly did. I can't wait until lunch. We have leftovers. read more

I won't claim to be an expert on Indian food, but I just moved to Chicago from Atlanta, and I personally liked Indian Clay Pot more than any of the dozen or so Indian restaurants I tried in Atlanta. Everything was so well seasoned, portion sizes were enormous, and the fried food stayed crunchy even when I went back for leftovers the next day. read more

We just ordered delivery for the first time and the restaurant did not disappoint. Ample rice, and warm butter naan were in neatly packed containers made eating easy and everything tasted as if we were there. My Dal Makhani was rich and flavorful while my husband's Malai Kofta was excellent beyond words. The lime pickle accompaniment was fantastic. Though it was difficult to hear the lady on the phone when ordering (due to restaurant noise), the delivery came within the time stated upon ordering. We can't say enough about how much we enjoy this place! read more

This was a pandemic discovery and has quickly become one of our favorite places for delivery! The food is delicious and we always have enough for leftovers! Highlights are the Gobi Manchurian, Paneer Butter Masala, and Biriyani! read more

Homer Simpson would have s field day with this magnificent spot! Bon appetite doesn't even describe how f*cking good this place really is. Me and my gf were walking by and I suggested we stop in, she does not care for Indian food but I love a good curry. So we ventured in and it turns out its BYOB which was freaking awesome, just came from a craft beer shop. We ordered curry chicken spicy, butter chicken and 2 naans(bread) and after the 1st bit of the butter chicken I thought I was transferred to ancient India or something! It felt like my taste buds were having sex with the butter chicken I really don't know how else to describe it? The feeling of eating this food blew all my preconceptions about Indian food out of the water. I love this place so much read more

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FOOD WAS 4 HOURS LATE! Food was actually decent, but from time of placing order it took about 4 hours until my order arrived. When I initially called when the order was already 45minutes late I was told it was delayed. After an hour and a half delay I was told it was already on it's way. After waiting another hour and calling again (now 2 hours late) I was told the order was delayed and she was handing it to a driver as we spoke, even though I had already been told it had left. 30 minutes later still no delivery, and I live 10 minutes away. Finally when food was 3.5 hours late I was able to speak to a manager and was told a driver "got in a crash" and they never actually made the food, but they could still make it send it out. Total it came 4 hours late. I would have appreciated them being upfront initially with the delay so I could have made other plans instead of constantly being told it was en route. Honestly the food was pretty good and I would order again but the lack of transparency and communication from the restaurant was not worth it. Next time please just tell your customers the honest answer. read more

Hello. It's me. So, we rambled over here in a fit of rambling, which I generally like to do. They were able to seat us posthaste, which was awesome considering it was a lovely Saturday. We ordered the paneer butter masala and haryali chicken, veggie samosa, etc etc. So sheesh, it was great. I took a photo but it was kinda after I began eating , for the record. It's BYOB, so that's like a great thing too. read more

Indian Clay Pot - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Place is going for quantity over quality. Very unimpressed. Everything lacked taste including the CTM and garlic naan. They did give me a ton of rice and I like rice a lot, I really always have, so that was cool. read more

Ate dinner here on a Friday night, and we were super happy with it! The menu is pretty extensive, with a large vegetarian section and clearly marked vegan options as well. We had the Palak Dal and Mushroom Masala with some naan that was fresh-out-of-the-oven warm. Both entrees were delicious, with a decent spice level (not too low, not too high) and large portions. Our waiter was very kind, and the chef came out to ask how we were enjoying the food, which we thought was great. We'll definitely come back! There's still much more on the menu we need to eat (: read more

Came here with my parents. The food is delicious, but taking off one star because they were really skimpy with the chicken. 4-5 nuggets of chicken in an $18 dish is too little imho. I'd still go again though. read more

I really hate writing negative reviews especially when restaurants are still struggling from pandemic closures and restrictions. I also feel it's important to post accurate reviews so others have the full picture before placing an order. I ordered delivery, chicken tikka masala and a side of naan. The naan was so thin, dry, and hard that it was almost painful to eat. The chicken was very overcooked and dry, and the masala sauce was somehow rich but also very, very bland. Hopefully they are just having a bad day, but with so many Indian options nearby, I will not be a repeat customer. read more

Nice little new place in North Center. Very convenient to the Brown Line. It's an enjoyable little space; I look forward to the patio opening. Food was very good and exceeded my expectations. Our server was a little disengaged but not awkward or anything. I'd go back. read more

I was craving Indian food, so I did a quick scan of deliver-able Indian and boy am I happy I landed on Indian Clay Pot. Having never been in the restaurant or seen the food in person, I did a blind order of lamb masala, garlic naan and two veggie samosas. The lamb masala was perfect- huge chunks of lamb with just enough spice. It seemed like there was a lot of oil floating around, but that could just be due to the delivery packaging/transit. The samosas were hot when they arrived and delicious. Same goes for the garlic naan- hot and garlicky. I'm hoping to get into the restaurant sometime for an in-house dining experience. Until then, I'm perfectly content enjoying my awesome Indian food on my couch. read more

I tried Veggie samosa w chicken pakora as appitizer palak paneer w shrimp, chicken makhani, naan, rice, gongoura lamb and a chicken dish w rice pidding (kheer). W %10 coupon, bill was 17:58 (tax included) Very good deal ! And the dishes are very delicious read more

Solid Indian food. All around a great meal and it's BYOB. They're serious about the spice level, spicy is almost unbearable. The gobi Manchurian, chicken tiki masala, and malai kofta were our favorites. The naan was very fresh, just order the plain. The chef came out to speak to us after the meal, a very nice touch. Hope this place can last in the neighborhood! read more

Been here twice so far, have GREATLY enjoyed the food itself both times. Went with groups both times, so have been able to sample a wide variety of dishes (though the menu is VERY extensive, so it'll take quite a few more visits to hit everything). The various chicken, lamb and veggie dishes we've tried have been delicious. We have asked for "real" spicy for some of them and they brought the heat, which we appreciated. The lamb vindaloo in particular got the sweat going; delightful. The samosas are quite good and presented with panache; also the chicken pakora appetizer was new to me and super-tasty. The chilli gobi was also amazing, I didn't realize cauliflower could get that tasty. The ambiance is decent; there's a small front room that faces Irving that has four small tables or so; then a huge back room down past a hallway that can seat multiple large groups easily. They're BYOB and the prices get REAL manageable if you go with a large group and share a bunch of entrees (the only way to dine Indian, in my opinion). I will second what some other reviewers have said about the service; the staff is lovely, the chef checked in on us both times we were there personally, but they seem overwhelmed a bit if they're even half-full. Minor complaints overall, but I hope they sort that out as a lot of folks are sensitive to that and I would hate to see this restaurant suffer when their food is so on-point. Even with the occasional service glitch, I still heartily recommend this place and suggest you check it out if you're at all into good Indian food. read more

The food was very good, but it was an interesting experience menu-wise. Most Indian restaurants I have been to include rice with the entree. Here, the entrees were around the $14 range (and not huge portions - there was enough for one person, but no leftovers,) but you have to order rice a la carte for $3. I just feel if the entree is that much, it should include rice. Also, some Indian restaurants have complimentary naan, and that was not the case here - another $3 for plain, extra for flavors. All that being said, the flavors were great, but there are other places in town that taste just as good and you get more for your money. We probably won't be back, but if you don't see those extra charges as a problem, definitely give this place a try. read more

My boyfriend and I went tonight kinda short in time before they closed, and we were pleasantly surprised by this cozy place. They made us feel very welcomed even though it was around 9:30pm. The food tasted amazing! And we were in love with the butter naan bread. The chef himself came to our table to make sure we were satisfied with everything which we really appreciate and we had the friendliest waitress ever (I wish I could've asked her name). Give this place a try, great food and awesome service. We will come back for sure to try more dishes :) read more

I had been looking for an Indian restaurant I could go to since I moved to the area. I saw this place on my commute to and from work (it's right next to the brown line) and decided to stop in this weekend. We came in Saturday just after they opened and were very warmly greeted by the chef as well as a couple servers. We were quickly seated and given the menu. They have a lot of vegetarian options as well! I went for the classic Chicken Korma with Kheema Naan and a mango lassi. My friend went with Lamb Tikka Masala, also with the mango lassi and Naan. We ordered a side of Basmati rice to go with it. The food came out steaming hot and very nicely presented. We dug in and I was very impressed! The Chicken Korma was spicier than expected (I didn't give any heat suggestions when I ordered, because I generally like mild) but the spice level was perfect! Little bit of a runny nose and packed a good flavor punch. I also knew to sip the lassi to help my tongue if it felt too spicy. The lamb was also an excellent dish and the meat was very tender! The servers were all very attentive and the chef came by to ask us about our experience. Apparently this place has only been open a couple months. I told them all that I was very impressed with the food and with them. My tiniest complaint is that basmati rice isn't included with the meal. Seems a little silly to order rice that's pretty cheap and easily prepared as it was just plain. But that is a small thing to worry about and I will absolutely come back for more! read more

My go-to for Indian food delivery! Highly recommend, especially during the pandemic where we need great at-home options.

This place just opened and it's a welcome addition to the neighborhood! Temporarily they're only offering three sampler platters for the next couple weeks: non-vegetarian, vegetarian, and vegan. I got the non-vegetarian platter which came with the usual staples like butter chicken, a samosa, lamb korma, naan, and a few other dishes I whose names I don't remember. Honestly this was probably the nicest plating I've seen at an Indian restaurant, definitely Instagram-worthy. Welcome to the neighborhood, I'll be back! read more

Tasting menu was great! I got the non-veggie option which comes with a fried chicken and samosa app; chicken masala, two lamb dishes, spinach and naan as entrees; rice pudding as dessert. Overall we love the chicken masala the best! My friend got the veggie option and the paneer masala was amazing! The service was great and the chef came out to explain the menu to us. Would definitely come again! read more

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After moving to a new area in Chicago, I've been searching for a new Indian restaurant! And I highly recommend this place! I had the garlic naan and the Sag Shrimp Korma! And it was stellar! The flavor was so on point and sparked joy for my taste buds! The rice that came with the food was good too. They had tons of vegan options and pescatarian options. I'm all about choices! I will order again, and I want to venture out and try new things here again! Also, this is a huge plus about this place that the delivery came so fast and came before the expected delivery time! It read more

Let me start by saying this is the best Indian food I've had! First, they were so attentive and confirmed with us if we wanted 2 Rice's for both of our dishes, they suggested to order one then if you need another it'll be nice and hot! What a great idea! The chef came out to make sure everything was to our liking, which was very nice! The appetizer was amazing!! Bhel Puri was amazing! Also, Kofta makhani was so yummy and creamy, these dishes could really turn me into a vegetarian!! We asked for rice before we left to eat with our leftovers and they gave us 2 small containers of complimentary rice! We'll definitely be back!! read more

Indian Claypot 12/31/21 @5pm cst Service: very Welcoming, Felt the empathy, good knowledge of the food, questions were answered with confidence. Met the owner very friendly. renovations are coming soon. (Water was stale tasting, had a metalic flavor) Food: chicken Tikka: good balence of Tomatoe and Dairy. Chicken was overcooked, Rice was chunky, tad over cooked. Note. Rice is not included in the indoor dining experience. Server explained that only Take out orders include the cup of rice with the meal. So i had to pay an extra 8 dollars for the Saffron Rice in which they gave me 18oz of it and filled an entire plate, which surpassed how much of the main entree was included. Decor: modern feel with bright Orange walls. Unsightly corner cove which employees keep their coats, this should really be hidden more. Tables plates, silverware.but really paper napkins? Cleanliness: very clean in the dining room, concerned over water in jugs as opposed to fresh water sitting in all the tables at least add lemon. Suprising outdoor patio that look updated for summer weather. Very clean. Restrooms: unsightly, very old fixtures, signs of damage and rust. read more

Stopped by for dinner the other night and was impressed. The sauces had great flavor and the meats were tender. The staff was friendly and attentive and the chef even stopped by to see how everything was. We will definitely be back. At this point they are doing a tasting menu which gives you a great opportunity to try a bunch of their dishes at a reasonable price. Well worth it. read more

Value vs Quantity is ridiculous. Two samosas and two pieces of chicken for 2 bucks. What a rip off! Skip this place. Move on to the next place. The only reason I came here was of convenience but if you want real good Indian food...go to Rangoli off of North Avenue. That place is the bees knees! Better luck next time! read more

I was really sad that Anna's Thai/Sushi spot had closed down but really happy to see a new Indian spot was opening up which the neighborhood desperately needed. Well I wasn't disappointed by any stretch. Since they opened they are only offering a tasting menu until May 13 when they will open their full menu up. The food was excellent. Perfect amount of spice for my tolerance. The staff was super friendly including the waitress and chef who also stopped by to say hello. Great place. Can't wit to taste the full menu after May 13th read more

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Went with three friends and we shared two curry entrees. One was the lamb tikka masala which was amazing. The other was the clay pot chicken which we barely touched. We figured the restaurant's namesake dish would probably be one of the better items on the menu but it was the worst, lacking in flavor. read more

Not only does Indian Clay Pot have delicious food, but the service is terrific as well. Whenever I call in my order I usually speak with Alexandra, and we always end up having a laugh. She is the welcoming voice of Indian Clay Pot that keeps coming back for those fantastic vegetable samosas. Thanks Alexandra! read more

Great new option for Indian in North Center. The menu was very extensive, with a few options I haven't seen elsewhere. Service was prompt and friendly, our server was even doing double duty at the counter handling takeout orders. The food was freshly made, hot and tasty. We tried the paneer butter masala and lamb biryani. Both were very good and traditional with their own unique twist. The paneer butter masala was savory and not too sweet like some other places. The biryani was a huge portion with exotic aromatic spices blended in the rice. Garlic naan was fresh and crispy. The mango lassi was refreshing, more yogurt and less of a sweet juice version which was nice. I've since ordered delivery a few times, and the gongura lamb is awesome. Naan was too chewy once. Otherwise everything was perfect. Overall it was a great experience, and i'm looking forward to trying some of their specialty clay pot dishes next time. I'll definitely keep it in mind as a delivery and takeout option, as it's near Dovetail & Begyle a couple blocks north. (The restaurant is conveniently BYOB). read more

The food here is great, the entrees are more worth it now that you haven't got to buy your rice to go along with them. Agree with some other reviewers that the rice was clumpy which shouldn't be happening but it's not a deal-breaker. Maybe they use worse rice for all the takeout. But it does seem like the restaurant sacrifices ambience and service to meet its high takeout demand. The whole front area was cramped and really busy with employees running around trying to stage takeout orders on tables, people trying to come in to get seated, and people like me waiting on their takeout (which I was 10 minutes late for according to GrubHub and which still wasn't ready till after another 15 minutes of me waiting). All this right in the way of the front door. So I'll increase my rating once they figure out a way to hide the mess that all the takeout staging makes right as you walk in and instead move it out of sight, as well as when they don't go double over their "ready by" time. Food's great if you're not in a rush. read more

Excellent Indian takeout. I've had the lamb korma, butter chicken, raita, aloo gobi, and garlic naan. Delicious, friendly service, and it's my go to in the neighborhood. read more

I got the food to go... so this review is about the food only.... service is not subject of review here. We got the chicken tekka masala and the chicken clay, mutt paneer and some plain naan. The bread was disappointing as it was dense and lacked the naan texture... don't recommend it. Mutt paneer was good and different than any we had before. I would get it again. The clay chicken was meh. Flavor is mild and the clay factor didn't make a difference. The chicken didn't feel any special... I thought it was a weak dish. That was disappointing because I expected this to be a signature dish. Also weak dishes is not the experience you look for in Indian restaurant. The chicken tekka masala was great... I would get it again... highly recommend this dish. The rice that came on the side was stuck into hard balls... I have a big issue with that... this is something basic that they should get perfect. I also question the quality of the rice they are using and how clean it was (I have deep experience in cooking basmati rice and I felt it was low quality) They command high price... they need to get better at this. I did get a positive feeling walking into this place... I am hoping they will adjust. Despite the low rating... I am gonna go there again and give them one more chance... until I do, I can't endorse them. read more

We found this place randomly on Google maps and decided to try it out. The chili Gobi is amazing!!! I could not stop eating it. The paneer makhani was pretty good with the spicy naan! read more

Friendly staff. BEAUTIFUL little bistro-esq restaurant. I ordered take out but loved the ambiance. Food was also delicious and good portions. read more

Ordered : Garlic naan: good Chicken korma: good Vegetarian biryani: okay. Not much flavor tbh. I had to add my own spices from home Roti: alright. Dry read more

Indian Clay Pot - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I'll start by say that the food is good, overpriced, but the flavors were nice. The service was slow and the waitress seemed flustered and unsure of what she was doing. She took our order twice and then when it was time for the check it took her...after 20 minutes I just went up and paid. Maybe she was busy with takeout orders, maybe they should hire more staff. The other reason I took points off my rating was because my dish (veggie tikka masala), was made with what seemed to been cooked up frozen peas and carrots. You know that taste - not fresh. So yes, wanted to like, but this place falls short of the high rating expectations. read more