Fantastic service and absolutely delicious food! Every dish we tried was full of flavor, and the staff made us feel very welcome. Really nice atmosphere to dine in, but lots of people doing takeout as well. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Well every now and then I crave Indian food and it's one of those moments it's actually the least favorite of the ethnic cuisines of Asia. But they are distinct that I like some of their food and I didn't know any buffets and I kept seeing this restaurant whenever I go to work in downtown Chicago. When I take the blue line and I kept seeing this restaurant when I would eat at Thai lagoon across the street. Well this was my payday and I decided to give this place a bucket list try. It is also still lent so I'm still following the Catholic not eating red meat or poultry. The waitress in regards to service since they just opened up I learned by coincidence since they were renovating mentioned that they did have seafood entrees and of course I didn't want shrimp I ate more on the fish side and they had salmon. But to start off I had the crispy onion pakora which was delicious for an appetizer It's basically almost like a deep fried onion ring with a fresh spinach colored emerald green dip that compliments and it was not too greasy. Then came My main dish of the salmon tikka masala and garlic naan. I would have ordered this in beef or lamb for tikka masala but since it's lent for me I have to eat fish It was okay but it would have been better if this was lamb if I could imagine chewing and savoring The pasty almost tomato like sauce with its spices and tanginess but it also tasted good to it salmon but lamb would have been better. The naan was ok I think a bit too garlicky but I would probably order the butter one next time cuz this was a garlic naan. They're mango lassi was very fresh however one of the reasons for the four stars although they gave me one on the house because they had a very limited dessert menu with ice cream and that's not really traditional Indian. But going back with the lasee the portion was just too small for $5. I would come back again other than that they gave the second last seat on the house and I didn't get charged but I would suggest they add a bigger mango lassee I had mentioned to the waitress or server. Ambiance was a little modern like I said they just opened after 3 weeks of being closed otherwise I came by coincidence that they just opened since the renovation. read more

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The owner, Sai, was so nice!! We had friends over and made 8 indian dishes and of course we missed up the masala. In short notice, I went to indian paradise in hopes that I could buy some sauce and although they were closed, he was kind enough to still make the sauce and insisted that I wasn't to pay for it because I was a neighbor. Such an awesome guy and lucky to have him in the neighborhood. And the sauce was amazing! read more

Walked down here for a dinner with visiting family on a Monday night. Place was quiet and we got a table right away. We know what we usually like at Indian restaurants, so we were able to order pretty quickly. While we were waiting, we were surprised with a complimentary portion of onion pakora for an appetizer, which I enjoyed tremendously. Mains were similarly enjoyable. I ended up getting the Butter Chicken, and it was some of the best I've had. Sauce was creamy, rich, and more than a hint of tomato. Loved dipping the naan in it. The chicken was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be coming here again! read more

On my recent first visit to Indian Paradise, I liked it. My family and I met some friends here for a Sunday afternoon lunch. Reservations are accepted, so we made one just in case if they were busy for a walk-in visit. The restaurant is located on North Ave., in a busy area and available parking is on the streets (I am not familiar with any parking garage or lots in the vicinity). The restaurant was clean, nicely decorated, and the ambiance was good. It's a no-frills or gimmicks, family-friendly restaurant. Their menu has a nice variety of options to choose from and for a Chicago-based restaurant, their pricing is relatively reasonable. We ordered some appetizers along with our entrées. We got Chili Chicken and Chicken Tikka to start and Butter Paneer Masala, Lamb Rogan Josh, Garlic Naan, Spicy Naan, and Tandoor Roti as our entrées. There was one big group dining in besides us. The staff was busy bringing out their dishes. Our food took a bit longer than expected to arrive but it wasn't a bad wait time or anything. The food was freshly prepared. I went for the Chili Chicken as that's what I had ordered as my appetizer. It was spicy and flavorful albeit a bit salty as well. There was a Raita (liquid yogurt dipping sauce) to go with the chili chicken that was helpful for those who didn't like the heat of the dish. It was a decent dish. The Chicken Tikka app dish was just so-so at best. It too was a bit salty. It had a green chutney with it which was pretty good. My favorite dish was the Lamb Rogan Josh. This curry dish was quite flavorful. It had a nice dark color, and was spicy. The Lamb pieces were tender. The Butter Paneer Masala was decent. The Naan and the Tandoori Roti were thin and crisp. There was complimentary basmati rice provided as well. The portion size of all the food was good. We received good service. The staff members were friendly and helpful. We had a good experience here, overall. Check them out. read more

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This pick was a winner! I got lamb korma. Tender chunks of lamb in a rich and creamy sauce with a mild kick. The garlic naan came in handy to sop up the sauce. I ate it all. Donna had kadai chicken. "It was yummy." Such a wordsmith. Just strong, rich flavors with more spice than mine. Service was friendly and attentive. Maybe a 15 minute walk from our new home. We will be back! read more

Indian Paradise - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So, I really wanted to like this place. It's hella cute! I loved the onion pakora, BUT it was hair in my food. I was pretty blown after that. Can't really say how the chicken tikka masala tasted after that. The naan was cool though. Zoom into the pics. SMH. So annoying. Glad I don't I live in Chicago. read more

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If you haven't been to this place, you're what's wrong with people today. Hahaha. This page is AWESOME! Food was great. Service was solid. Was a fairly quiet evening. But, the food is so good that, I can't imagine it's quiet here often. Their chutney is really good. But, you have to ask for the regular chutney. Otherwise, they bring you the Americanized version. And, exactly as you would expect, it contains mayo. But, their regular chutney is Outstanding! Those beef samosas...... What the.... Thum jonts were ridiculous! Holy Smokes! I wanted to order another round. Their biryani was some of the best I've ever had. And, the lamb and vegetables was fantastic as well. Will definitely be coming back. Cannot wait to try there tandoori chicken. read more

I love it here. It seems to be mostly a takeout place but both times I've dined in the service was excellent. The food is also spectacular and I've loved every dish I've tried. I was here last week with some friends and they gave us an appetizer AND dessert on the house. Trust I will be back! read more

Finally tried Indian Paradise! Craving some Biriyani we ordered the lamb biriyani, gobi Manchurian, and palak paneer for takeout. Everything was packed well, was a good portion, and they were quick to make our order. Now for the food, The Gobi Manchurian was delicious and was our favorite item! The lamb biriyani was solid and definitely curbed my craving. However, I didn't care for the texture of the yogurt (was gooey). The palak paneer was ok in my opinion, I think I just prefer my palak paneer on the creamier side.That being said I'll definitely be back to try the other curries! My partner picked up the food so I can't comment on the ambiance, so I will have to follow up on my review once I dine in! read more

Indian Paradise - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really good service and delicious food. The vegetarian dal was so good, I was sad when it was gone.

Food and service was great. Authentic service, food and ambience. lamb madras surprised me w its depth of flavor and tenderness. Love the paneer, shoutout chicken spinach korma (secret weapon) get the naan. Duh read more

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I used to love Indian Paradise but my most recent experience was a miss. When I went a few months back, they had the perfect mango lassi. However, this time I couldn't taste any cardamom at all. I also strayed from my usual order of butter chicken and palak paneer, and opted for mango chicken and malai kofta instead. The mango chicken was okay but didnt have pieces of mango as I expected. The malai kofta was unfortunately way too sweet, I didn't enjoy the amount of sugar they seem to add to it (especially when I'm already drinking a sweet lassi). I don't know if they changed their chefs or started catering more to American taste buds but it didn't taste authentic like last time. read more

I ordered the Garlic Naan, basmati rice, and Lamb Curry. The garlic Naan was definitely the best Naan I have ever had. The Lamb Curry was delicious and spicy Our waitress was very soft spoken and so we had trouble hearing her. Pretty casual environment with authentic Indian food. They don't serve alcohol here, but apparently it is byob. Will definitely bring a bottle of wine next time! read more

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I'm feeling hungry just looking back at the photos of the food here at Indian Paradise. Everything was well-portioned, especially the lamb biryani. Here's what we ordered: Chicken Tikka Masala: So good and buttery. I have to come back for this! Palak Paneer: Very flavorful, and I love the generous amount of cottage cheese in there. Every bite tasted amazing. Garlic Naan: Mandatory to pair with the main dishes, no complaints. Lamb Biryani: HUGE. We definitely overordered as it was way too much food for 2 people. Loved this too. Crispy Onion Pakora: On the house! I've never tried this dish, and it was a pleasant surprise from the owners. Loved how crispy and airy this was--definitely a great appetizer. Most definitely will come back for the great food, generous portions, and personable owners! read more

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Had a great dinner at Indian paradise! Lamb biryani was incredibly flavorful. Service was fast and they serve complimentary tea. We will be back! read more

Indian Paradise - 174. Lamb Biryani Garlic Naan 140. Butter Chicken - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A great experience. The waiter was very kind and accommodating. The appetizer was fresh and flavorful. The curry was so good as well. They have a good variety of South indian dishes, which is very noteworthy. Large portion sizes and a welcoming ambiance in the wicker park neighborhood. Highly recommend this place read more

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Very yummy food! Had the onion pakora and salmon tikka masala, both of which were well prepared. Service was really good, and the complimentary rice and tea were a nice touch as well! read more

Mango chicken- 3/5 (too sour for my liking, won't order again) Chicken tikka- 4.5/5 (delicious) read more

Indian Paradise - 110. Chicken Tikka - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Best Indian I've experienced. Sag paneer spiced to perfection and melted in my mouth. Vegetable samosa simple yet tasty and fried to order. read more

Indian Paradise - Samosa - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We came here on a pastry and dumpling crawl. What a wonderful way to start off the food tour! We had Keema samosa and Veg samosa here. It came with the usual fresh chutneys. The samosa were nicely seasoned and fried perfectly. Would highly recommend! read more

Indian Paradise - Outside - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Delectable. Let's just start there! Located in wicker park on the corner of north Ave sits this beautiful Indian establishment. They have a spacious indoor ambiance to fit you and your friends. It was Incredibly empty around 6:30 when I arrived which we didn't expect. But hey more room for us!. My mentor and I chose to order an appetizer of vegetable samosas which are huge and super filling. For the entrees, you should know it is A la carte so rices and naans are to be ordered in addition should you choose to indulge. We ordered the palak paneer, navaratan korma, lamb roganash, plain basmati rice and tandoori roti. There is no best dish - they are all phenomenal and highly recommended to try. They are huge enough to share. My favorite of each dish are the sauce. This establishment does an incredible job of stewing and seasoning it. This is authentic and not a rushed job. I will be returning and order other entrees and try new items. read more

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This place has a nice vibe, lots of natural lighting and nice decor. The staff were friendly as well. We got the haryali chicken and some paneer masala with naan and rice. The food was good! I really liked the flavor of the paneer masala. Overall I feel like it was pretty consistent with my expectations, everything was good, and I would go back if I'm in the area. read more

Indian Paradise - Haryali Chicken, paneer masala - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Was craving Indian food for the longest time. Decided to come here on a whim with my friends! All of the food we tried was delicious and service was amazing! Highly recommend coming here for dinner and it's BYOB ;) read more

We ate at and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. We eat Indian food frequently, but had fallen into the habit of visiting old favorites instead of reaching out to other local spots. I am so glad we changed this. The dishes were all delicious, but here are a few things that stand out: The naan was the best I've ever had, boasting a delicate crispiness that set it apart from any other naan I've tried, and I've eaten a lot of naan. Each bite was a perfect combination of texture and flavor. There was a deleicate crispines on every bite that I don't think I've ever had so perfect. My kids both got butter chicken of different spice levels. Oh My God - the sauce was on an absolute different level than I've had before. It had a richness and depth that truly stood out, a presence that was almost confusing - it was just steps above any I've had before, while still being exactly what you'd want from butter chicken. Our server was kind and soft-spoken, and she genuinely seemed interested in ensuring we had the best experience possible. Her attentiveness and warmth left a lasting impression, and she was a highlight in a visit filled with highlights. The serving sizes were generous, and the ingredients were of impeccable quality. Indian Paradise exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience. read more

What a great BYOB spot! Delicious food, friendly service, and cozy seating. Stopped by for a low key birthday dinner and ordered way too much because it all looked delicious. Saag shrimp was probably my favorite. Will definitely be back! read more

We weren't a fan of Indian Paradise. The Baingan Bharta was very vinegary, and the Palak Dal and Chana Masala were missing something, but we couldn't put our finger on it. We tried adding salt but that didn't fix it. The herbed rice had a crunchy texture which we didn't like. The white rice was good. Other reviewers seemed to like what they ordered, so I guess we couldn't recommend these dishes. read more

Great neighborhood restaurant. The lamb curry and mango chicken is outstanding! The apps were extremely tasty as well. The food is A++. The staff is very nice and on top of it. We'll be back for sure, hopefully to enjoy the patio. Oh, and it's byob so being able to bring a bottle of wine to dinner makes it convenient. read more

Indian Paradise - Lamb curry - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We made a reservation for last Wednesday 5/29 for 7:35p via Open Table. Went to restaurant and it was closed. No sign of anyone in site, chairs turned over on tables, etc. Their website says they are open Mon, Wed, Thurs nights starting at 4p. I get that extenuating circumstances can arise. But please, if you have to close, remove the ability to make a reservation. It would have saved us a long drive over to you and then a quick pivot with a hungry kid in tow to feed the family. read more

The food is good but not excellent. The service is great! We liked the tandoori chicken the best.

Great service, server was very friendly. The whole table got butter chicken and garlic naan and it was fantastic. Would highly recommend if you're looking for an Indian spot. read more

This is my favorite Indian restaurant in town, service was great, food is amazing (I always get the veggie vindaloo, and it's always nice and spicy). Highly recommend! read more

I have a very short list of Indian spots that I deem worthy of a 5-star review in Chicago. We've ordered takeout from here a few times but decided to visit in person last night and the expereince was even better. Simply put, the food and service were both fantastic. Thank you Indian Paradise, we are so grateful to have you in the neighborhood. read more

Amazing food and service! Abu (the owner) was the most welcoming and kind and he took the time to chat with us after we had finished. We order samosas, spicy naan, roti, lamb vindaloo and chicken tikka masala. Everything was absolutely delicious! We live very close and will certainly come back (many times)! I hope this restaurant is here to stay, what a great addition to our neighborhood! Thank you Abu for the hospitality! read more

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It was our first time trying this restaurant , their food was quick amd so delicious,their Service was excellent,the Music was great. We got some good appetizers on the house. We will come back for sure! read more

Great food! The chef nails the chicken korma each time. He always delivers on the Chana masala. We tried the onion naan and it was fantastic! love the ambiance! The Indian music is always on point. The service is fantastic! read more

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Hate to leave a negative review cause I know how difficult it is in this climate. We went for dinner on Wednesday night, and there was 1 other group there. Hostess and server were nice. It's BYOB, so we brought our own wine and they got us glasses. As soon as we opened the wine, the flies came out of nowhere. Not just 2 or 3 like you might expect, but over a swarm of over 20+ fruit flies. We landed up moving across the restaurant, but it wasn't much better. We tried to put out a glass of "sacrificial" wine to draw them away but it didn't help. I attached a photo where you can see them all over the glass. The waitress kept saying it was weird about the flies, but didn't seem bothered by it which is crazy for how many there were. We landed up asking to have our food to go instead of eating there. I was a little surprised that they didn't do anything for our trouble (free nan or comp something), or an apology. As far as the food, we got chicken tikka masala, lamb saag, turmeric rice, and garlic naan. The entrees don't come with rice, and side of rice were 6-8 dollars, so adds up quickly. The naan was fresh, and the food was good which is why I am giving 3 stars. read more

Indian Paradise - Sacrificial wine full of fruit flies - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food is pretty decent. Only complaint is you have to buy rice separately. This is the first Indian restaurant I have been to that the meals do not come with rice. read more

Indian Paradise - 121. Dal Makhani 144. Chicken Vindaloo - Indian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Sadly, downgrading my previous 5 star review. Ordered take out again and we were really disappointed by the quality of the naan. It seemed like it had been cooked days before and reheated. It was stale, dried out and hard like a cracker. It was also a third of the size of naan you get from most restaurants. I don't know how they justify charging over $4 for that. We also noticed that 2/3 of the gulab jamun were hollow inside and the tamarind chutney had a weird gelatinous texture....very strange. Our curries were all good and flavorful. We tried lamb tikka masala (the favorite), malai kofta, and chicken chettinad. They were all really flavorful and perfectly spicy without killing our tastebuds. Our entrees came with the plain basmati rice. The veggie samosa were fine (minus the weird chutney). I'm sad writing this update because I really wanted this place to be my go-to Indian takeout. I hope they work on bringing the quality back up. read more

The food is great and the prices are friendly. I come here at least once a week! I love this place.