Returned to the very good food here in Park Ridge. Had the non-veg lunch special for $22.95. This…read moreplatter used to be $16.95, then $19-has mysteriously been upped recently by 35%. A shocking increase with no change to the plate. Food was good. Room is pleasant. No real hospitality present on this visit. They tried to tack on a 3% credit card surcharge and I told the girl to take it off. Used to be so pleasant and now they nickel and dime the loyal customer.

09/05/24 - Excellent restaurant, excellent food & service. While I'm far from a professional food…read morecritic or an expert on Indian food I know good food when I eat it & Mughai The Biryani House serves some outstanding food Mughai The Biryani House (MTBH) is located near the corner of Northwest Highway on Touhy Ave right next to Bluefish Sushi Bistro in the same mall. I went to lunch there today and split a couple of dishes w/my buddy. We ordered the following dishes * Butter Chicken - Excellent maybe the best butter chicken I ever tried. Tender chicken w/a rich red sauce & a plate of rice w/cilantro. * Non Vegetarian Lunch Combo - chunks of crispy chicken w/rice & cilantro. This also came w/a small bowl of chicken chetinaad (excellent), a small bowl of yogurt, small sweet ball dripping in sweet sauce * Hot fresh Garlic Naan Overall this was an excellent lunch w/excellent food & service. This is the best meal I've had in a long time & I will definitely be back again.

All around solid spot for Indian fare - whether it's inside their restaurant or at the Park Ridge…read moreFarmer's Market (where we first found out about Thalaiva's). We've dined in once but typically order takeout. The inside of the restaurant is fairly large in their new location, so we were able to walk in on a weekend day for lunch. Service is good enough - nothing special. Most times we're put on hold when we call but they are kind and accommodating. They have always been consistent with quality and time quoted for pick-ups, which we really appreciate. Our go-to is always a Chicken Dosa and we mix between Spicy Butter Chicken or their Chicken Pepper Fry. Sometimes all three ;) Their chicken dosa just hits the spot every time. Crispy, packed, and flavorful. We pop it in the air fryer to add extra crisp and works like a charm. We also warm up a side of cauliflower rice and it's perfect. Makes great leftovers too. It is on the higher end but quality is noticed and they hook it up with chicken in each dish.

Stopped by here for a quick lunch prior to a long haul flight. Since it was a weekday and lunch…read moretime it was relatively thinly populated so we got seated pretty quickly. I ordered chicken lollipop and vada sambhar(not pictured), husband ordered a chicken kothhu parotta and we ordered a veg thali for mom. The lollipop was pretty good, flavourful and tasted just like what we get back in India, the Kotthu Parotta was decent, I felt it lacked a little kick that usually comes from a certain type of chicken curry that's added while preparing the dish. The thali had some good stuff and some okay-ish. Some of the items in the thaali were cold and being one of the first few consumers that day I expected everything to be piping hot. The vada was amazing crispy on the outside soft on the inside in short absolute yummmm!! And we washed it all down with a cool glass of Mango Lassi that was the perfect finisher! The highlights for the day were the chicken lollipop and the vada sambhar!

My friend and I were coming back from Woodfield shopping center, and we wanted a good meal. We were…read moreso fortunate to find Tandoori restaurant in Des Plaines. Neither of us had been there before, and it had good ratings already. It's a somewhat small place, but there was ample seating since most people seem to take their food to go. When we walked into the restaurant, I immediately noticed that it was clean and had nice modern decor. I am guessing the man at the counter was the owner because he was super helpful and friendly. I asked if there were any vegan options and he showed me what they offered. I chose the Chana Masala with a side of basmati rice. The portion sizes were outstanding, and the flavor was delicious. He also brought a water carafe for our table, which allowed us to refill our own drinks. Prices were very reasonable, especially for the portion size. (The only thing I would recommend is that they repaint their bathroom so it looks cleaner.)

I was in the area and wanted a quick lunch so I stopped in at Tandoori a few days back…read more I order the Chicken Boti wrap which tasted very good with the right amount of flavor and veggies. Service was good and the ambiance is nothing spectacular but ok too. I ordered two and the total came out $20 flat considering other places perhaps you would pay more for two full size burritos. Definitely worth checking out!

Great food. E we ordered chicken Saag and biryani chicken and garlic nann. Everything was so…read moredelicious. I would rate as the best Indian (or Nepalese, sorry I wasn't able to distinguish) food I've ever had. The restaurant was really clean with nice decorations and music. Servers were also super nice.

Very cute place. Clean and inviting. The manager was friendly and the service was good. We had…read morebutter chicken, curry goat with bone in over rice and shrimp curry. We were all pleased with our food.

The food is authentic . Very good. Ambiance is good. It's clean. Staff is friendly and courteous…read moreand helpful. You get free soup.

I always order butter chicken. Today I ordered gobi mancharin and paneer Kathi roll and samosa. It…read morewas absolutely delicious. So fresh .... I could see the steam coming out if the box. Not too spicy , it was just perfect. They give you chutney and sauces to go with your samosa. Always give you rice to go with your butter chicken. They care about their customers and what they will need to make a complete meal. Highly recommend this place. A++++.

You know it's great when the starch(veggie rice) is good. It has a subtle taste of curry meats, but…read moreflavorful and vegetarian of course. Next, dip that nan in the chicken makhani and it's amazing - that's just the sauce mind you! The lamb kebab is good. It's too heavily seasoned, I can't tell that it's lamb anymore. Don't get me wrong- you can taste the quality but it might as well have been beef(I know they don't do beef). Chicken Makhani or butter chicken is excellent of course. It's sweet rich dense buttery sauce but still a clean taste - simply amazing! Highly recommended.

We've ordered takeout from this restaurant a few times in the past, and it has been a reliable…read morechoice, until today. Our order (lamb briyani, chicken tikka masala, plain naan) today was a real letdown, especially considering the price ($60 total), which made the experience all the more disappointing. The lamb briyani was soggy and lacked the usual flavor. The rice served with it didn't look like the basmati we've gotten before. Instead, it looked like some overcooked short-grain rice that appeared broken and tasteless. Normally, the rice would be a fragrant, flavorful complement to the dish, but today it was just plain and unseasoned. The lamb itself was underwhelming and lacked the rich, savory flavor. Chicken tikka masala was too sweet and lacked the usual depth of flavor. The chicken was dry and unappetizing. There was no balance of spice or seasoning, making the whole dish feel off and not satisfying. The only consistent item in the order was the naan, and sadly the only positive thing I can say. It's frustrating because this place has been a good option in the area in the past, but today's meal just didn't measure up. For the price point, we expected much more, and based on this experience, we won't be coming back.

This has always been one of my favorite restaurants for Indian food, and I've told so many people…read moreabout it. I went back today and was honestly so upset because my go-to dish, the paneer makhini, was nothing like it used to be. It literally just tasted like straight cream. I even asked them to remake it because I thought something was wrong, but it came out the same way. I ended up just eating the other food we ordered, but it was such a disappointment because this has always been the dish I look forward to. I even showed them old photos from past visits compared to today and it was clearly different. The chef tried it and said it was the same, which shocked me because it really wasn't. I get that places can have off days, but this was really discouraging. As much as I've loved this restaurant, I don't know if I'll be back if the quality has dropped this much.

We thoroughly enjoyed our pickup order from Himalayan Restaurant for dinner recently. We did a…read morefamily meal combo to sample something of everything. Our order included: cocktail samosas, palak paneer, baigan bharta, and the chicken tikka masala. The meal comes with three naan and rice on the side, as well as a dessert. We went with the gulab jamun. I also wanted an order of soup momos, so we added that onto our already robust order as well. (They didn't disappoint, so delicious.) Everything was well-balanced and spiced. I especially love that we were able to split the portions across multiple meals given how generous the naan was. The most beloved item was definitely the momos in the spicy/sour soup, followed by the buttery naan dipped in chicken tikka masala. I also really enjoyed the baigan bharta. So very enjoyed this meal, and I can't wait to try some of the other menu items that other diners have recommended.

came across this place because our usual spots were closed but thank goodness. this place was warm…read moreand welcoming and the food was great. We got the classic butter chicken, shrimp masala and mixed vegetable pakora (THE SAUCES THAT CAME WITH IT WERE SO GOOD, IT WAS CRAZY). Also got garlic naan (it was okay) and mango shake (also pretty good!) Highly recommend!!!!!

Look not being critical but this point is not memorable! We came here with a big group and we were…read moreseated right away. We were giving our order but they took forever to get our kids their dinner which we ordered first... just to find out they did not make it and then waiting more to get our kids meals... this place is way overpriced for what you get! With the amount of choices for Indian food...spend in places you would remember! We had wanted to go there because of the indo Chinese menu and then when we got there they said they can not make any of the items on the menu as the chef was not there on a saturday night.... Epic fail!

I ordered delivery. I was really excited because I've gone to the Devon location for years. But I…read morewas disappointed with their food at this location. No developed flavors. I'm frugal and rarely throw away food. This time I did after a few bites.

This location is smaller but more "modern" looking inside. They have parking lot which makes it…read moreeasier to park and dine in or carry out. They have butter chicken fries in their menu which I believe other locations don't have (at least the one in Devon doesn't have). The service was good and food comes out quickly. The only thing is for some reason this location makes their food a lot spicier than the Devon location. Otherwise I'd still recommend and still enjoy!

Moti Café delivers bold Indian flavors with a fun, modern twist. The pizza is the standout -- a…read morethin, crispy crust topped generously with spiced paneer, veggies, and a vibrant green chutney sauce that adds a herby, tangy kick without overpowering the dish. The cheese is perfectly melted, and every bite balances savory heat with freshness. The chaat-style dish is equally impressive: crispy bites loaded with chickpeas, red onion, yogurt, chutneys, and spices. It's layered, flavorful, and comforting, with just the right mix of crunch, creaminess, and spice. Overall, Moti Café is a great spot if you're craving Indian-inspired comfort food that feels creative and indulgent. Perfect for sharing, casual dining, or when you want something different from the usual pizza night.

Stopped by for lunch on a weekday, they have a lunch special that really cannot be beat. $10 for 2…read moresamosas, a drink, and either 2 tacos, a personal pizza, or a bowl. Extra cost for specialty drinks like the lassi and for Korean BBQ. Regardless a great price for all the food you get! Place you order at the counter and they bring it out to you, but utensils and water are at the counter. It's a little mix of self-serve but also they serve you. But it worked. Some of our items took longer to come out than others (they forgot about one of the dishes), so I might not come in a time crunch, but the food was all delicious. You can definitely tell it was made with care. And although we didn't get dessert they have plenty of paletas and ice cream options! The place is clean and neat, decor is super bright and cute. There's a decent sized parking lot they share with the rest of the plaza, but it tends to fill up quickly. Not sure why but the lot was pretty busy on a random Wednesday.