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4601 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL | Map it  

60625 41.965100 -87.686001

(773) 506-0002 | View Website

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    Mon, Wed & Thur 5:30pm-9:30pm Tues:Closed Fri,Sat: 12-2:30pm, 5:30-10:30pm Sun: 12-2:30pm 5-9:30pm
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petale

Member since Sep, 2006 View Profile
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5.0
September 08, 2006

Wonderful buffet selections. I went for a late lunch on a weekend. I went alone and there was plenty of seating. Despite the fact that they were close to closing, I found that they had ample food at their buffet as well as it being fresh. I also found the cleanliness of the restaurant to be an absolute plus. In regard to the selections, I would agree that they should have had samosas (as the other reviewer commented), however, the selections that they had were absolutely delicious. I even especially enjoyed the rice, which is usually just a standard addition. My favorite was the okra dish. It wasn't overly oily and it was just really flavorful. It would have been nice if tea would have come with the meal, but that didn't seem to be the case. I would definitely frequent this place more often in the future. Parking was not difficult and the prices were also reasonable.

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nicole666

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3.0
April 23, 2006

$4 for rice?. I thought the rice was included with most entrees in Indian restaurants- not $4 extra? This place is pricey.

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breedy

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Joined 7 years ago
5.0
May 25, 2005

great samosas!!. I love this place! There are places on Devon that are just as good, but the staff here is great! The best samosas I have had. Wonderful lamb vindaloo. It is a little expensive for the portions, but I think that it is worth it!

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jitterbugpinkity

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Joined 8 years ago
1.0
November 22, 2004

I WANTED TO LIKE IT.. I was thrilled when an Indian restaurant finally opened in the neighborhood. It was usually busy in the evening and I took this as a good sign. They're open for lunch only four days a week. I tried the $11 lunch buffet, big mistake. No simosas, no rice pudding and the naan was doled out by the waitstaff. The "dessert special" was canned fruit cocktail in a runny custard. Tey could keep their register ringing with the lunch crowd, supplied by the thriving retail scene, or by making the restaurant a destination spot. Their pricing and sparse lunch hours will eliminate the first group. And the terrible food will take care of the rest.

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Contributor

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4.0
September 21, 2004

Friendly, buzzing B.Y.O.B. spot dishes out Indian classics in a comfortable Lincoln Square space.. The Scene
At the lively intersection of Wilson and Lincoln avenues, an all-ages, neighborhood mix of couples and friends fill this bright, intimate room. Framed embroidery and Indian artwork adorn the caramel walls, while traditional Indian music mixes with the lively chatter of conversation at close tables. Service is enthusiastic and patient (staff will explain the intricacies of each dish) and surprisingly fast, making this a great spot for a quick bite before a movie at Davis Theater across the street.

The Food
Divided into groups like "Chicken Essence," "Tandoor Essence" and "Fish Essence," the menu offers dozens of well-executed standards: hot and flaky vegetable samosas, mutter paneer (peas and cheese in cream sauce), chicken tikka, and rogan josh (yogurt-marinated lamb). Spice lovers have their pick of several fiery plates, from Goan fish curry with coconut to shrimp or chicken vindaloo with potatoes in a blazing red sauce.

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