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Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine.

Name: Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine.
Address: 899 S Plymouth Ct, Chicago, IL, 60605, US
Telephone: (312) 362-9999
Price range: value

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Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. is one of the best indian restaurants in Chicago for dinner, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.

Editorial review updated•Jul 28, 2026

Chicago Curry House does something the city's South Asian dining scene rarely pulls off at this price point: it takes the Indian-Nepali overlap seriously, without collapsing either tradition into crowd-pleasing approximation. Diners describe a neighborhood workhorse with genuine conviction — the kind of room where families reportedly split massive biryanis at the big table by the wall while solo diners work through a paper menu, circling things for next time. It is not performative, it is not doing fusion for novelty's sake, and by consistent account it is the right answer when someone asks where they can eat well for under twenty dollars a head in this city. The starters are what the regulars lean on first. The Onion Bhaji is known for an open, lacework quality at the edges — the opposite of the dense, golf-ball version that lesser kitchens pass off as the same thing. The Shrimp Pakora reportedly draws similar praise for its batter, which diners describe as light and shattering rather than chewy, with the shrimp reportedly retaining their texture inside. The Tandoori Paneer Tikka comes off the tandoor with visible char and is consistently described as smoky at the surface with a cool, milky interior. But the biryanis are the real argument for this place: both the Chicken and the Lamb versions arrive fragrant with whole spice — cardamom pods, bay leaf — and the rice is long-grained and distinct throughout. The Lamb Biryani has the deeper reported payoff if you're choosing between them. Gulab Jamun closes things properly: syrup-soaked and yielding, exactly the finish the rest of the meal points toward. Practical notes worth knowing: the room fills fast on weekends, so arriving early is the move regulars make. Tables toward the back reportedly give you more room to actually hear your party. Order the Lamb Biryani first; build everything else around it.

Priya Sharma, Dining Editor

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dinner and Indian

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Good value

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Chicago | 899 S Plymouth Ct, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

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Good value

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8.2/10

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(312) 362-9999

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Lamb Biryani

Onion Bhaji

Thinly sliced onion, crisp fried dough with potatoes and chickpeas with mango chutney

Shrimp Pakora

Deep-fried savory snack with fresh herbs, then garnished with shredded chicken and chopped cilantro

Tandoori Paneer Tikka

Marinated cheese and fresh vegetables in Himalayan spices and roasted in Tandoor Clay Oven. Served with Rice, Onion and Mint Chutney

Gulab Jamun

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What makes Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. worth the move

Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. is a clean first click in Chicago when you want a indian option you can trust. Samosa and Onion Bhaji also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 3,018 Google reviews.

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9.0 from 3,018 Google reviews

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dinner and Indian

Style

Indian in Chicago

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Good value

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Google rating: 9.0 from 3,018 reviews

Price point: value

Popular dishes: Samosa, Onion Bhaji, Shrimp Pakora

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Address: 899 S Plymouth Ct, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Phone: (312) 362-9999
Price: value
TastyPals score: 8.2/10
Google rating: 9.0 (3,018 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian
Neighborhood: Chicago

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What cuisine does Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. serve?

Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. is a Indian restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Chicago Curry House does something the city's South Asian dining scene rarely pulls off at this price point: it takes the Indian-Nepali overlap seriously, without collapsing either tradition into crowd-pleasing approximation.

What is Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. best for?

Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. is best for indian, dinner, takeout, warm, aromatic. Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. is a clean first click in Chicago when you want a indian option you can trust. Samosa and Onion Bhaji also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 3,018 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine.?

Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. is in the Good value price range (value). Google rating: 9.0 from 3,018 reviews

What should I order at Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine.?

Start with Lamb Biryani, Onion Bhaji, Shrimp Pakora and Tandoori Paneer Tikka. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. worth visiting?

Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. holds a 9.0 Google rating from 3,018 reviews. Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. is a clean first click in Chicago when you want a indian option you can trust. Samosa and Onion Bhaji also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 3,018 Google reviews.

Where is Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. located?

Chicago Curry House - Indian - Nepali Cuisine. is located at 899 S Plymouth Ct, Chicago, IL 60605, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

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