Chicago's Devon Avenue is the Midwest's largest Little India, with blocks of restaurants, grocery stores, and sweet shops. The scene extends into Schaumburg and other suburbs.
Devon Avenue
Sabri Nihari
$ • Devon Ave
Pakistani nihari institution. Outstanding.
Udupi Palace
$ • Devon Ave
South Indian vegetarian. Great dosas.
Khan BBQ
$ • Devon Ave
Pakistani BBQ and kebabs.
City & Fine Dining
Superkhana International
$$$ • West Loop
Modern Indian with creative technique.
Vajra
$$$ • Fulton Market
Upscale Indian in the hottest neighborhood.
India House
$$ • River North
Longtime Chicago Indian favorite.
Suburbs
Tandoor Char House
$$ • Schaumburg
Northwest suburban favorite.
Sukhadia's
$ • Schaumburg
Sweets and snacks. Authentic.
Paradise
$$ • Schaumburg
Hyderabadi biryani specialist.
Pro Tip: Devon Avenue between Western and California is Chicago's Little India—walk the strip for the full South Asian experience.