Nadu

Indian Restaurants in Chicago, Illinois

4.3 (420)

CategoryIndian Restaurants
Address2518 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
AreaChicago, Illinois
Phone(312) 590-5676
Google rating 4.3 (420)

Hours

Monday5–9:30 pm
Tuesday5–9:30 pm
Wednesday5–9:30 pm
Thursday5–9:30 pm
Friday5–10:30 pm
Saturday5–10:30 pm
Sunday5–9:30 pm

About Nadu

NADU, meaning β€˜homeland’ is a modern Indian restaurant and craft cocktail bar opening in Chicago, offering a thoughtful glimpse into India's diverse culinary traditions. Inspired by India's regional homelands, NADU combines authentic ingredients, traditional cooking techniques, and cultural flavors with contemporary innovation. Led by Michelin Star Chef Sujan Sarkar and Head Chef Sanchit Sahu, the menu highlights a vibrant range of unique dishes, from coastal boldness to nuanced northern spices, all elevated with local produce and sustainable practices. NADU redefines new Indian dining culture for both special occasions and everyday affairs.

Nadu is one of the indian restaurants listed in Chicago, Illinois. The business is registered at 2518 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip.

This group covers Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Indian and other Asian cuisines that are not Chinese, and the etiquette varies by kitchen. Japanese and Korean restaurants often take reservations for dinner and may add a service charge for large groups; Thai and Vietnamese spots are usually walk-in and quick-turnover. Spice levels are frequently adjustable on request at Thai, Indian and Sichuan-adjacent menus, so say if you want it mild or hot. Korean BBQ restaurants typically charge per person for all-you-can-eat service with a time limit, and grills are shared at the table. Vietnamese pho shops post bowl sizes (regular or large) and a plate of herbs, bean sprouts and lime is normal to add yourself. Card and tap-to-pay are widely accepted; cash-only is more common at small family-run counters.

Hours are published for 7 days a week. Typical hours are 5–9:30 pm. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Nadu at (312) 590-5676; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. Its website is naduchicago.com, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 420 reviews, which is a strong result for an indian restaurant in Chicago and suggests consistent service.

Chicago is in Illinois, in the Midwest, where summers are warm, winters are cold and snowy, and most errands are done by car; businesses keep steady year-round hours with the usual holiday changes. Traffic in Chicago peaks on weekday mornings and afternoons, so allow extra time then. Addresses read from the street number up to the city, state abbreviation and five-digit ZIP code; the map link on this page shows the exact spot.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Sammi a month ago

This upscale Indian restaurant was a great place for a group dinner. The waiter was very knowledgeable on the dishes and attentive to our group. The menu was easy to navigate with vegetation and nonvegtarian sections. We tried a variety of dishes and recommend sharing with the group family style to experience the unique flavors. Some dishes we ordered were the chili fish, paneer, butter chicken, and short rib, and the cocktails were strong. I do wish there was more protein in the nonvegtarian dishes, like the butter chicken, as they average $25-30 per dish.

Boligala Raju 2 months ago

Nadu is a modern Indian restaurant with special regional foods prepared in an authentic way. The does were tasty and highly flavorful. The service was good. However, it was very noisy and the seats were close where we can hear the conversations from the other tables . Large vegetarian options and every dish was delicious. Naan was exceptionally good along with the Indian beers.

Ken Feld Edited 2 months ago

Words cannot fully express the joy it was to spend the evening at Nadu. From the moment you walk through the door you are surrounded with a feeling of warmth and kindness. Not knowing much about Indian cuisine, I was very eager to try their food. Our waiter did an amazing job describing the dishes, in fact I could almost taste the dish from how he described them. I've travelled abroad for over 25 years and have eaten at many fine restaurants and NONE OF THEM impressed me more than the food at Nadu. Chef Krishna even came to our table to further describe the dishes. The layers of spice and flavors has to be experienced in person. Every dish was unique and complimented the dish before. After trying 5 of their entrees, (yes, I said 5πŸ˜‰), there is no way I could pick a favorite. I can honestly that this was the finest dining experience I have had anywhere in the world. For anyone reading this is a "foodie", don't be surprise if Nadu becomes as hard to get into as the French Laundry. I've eaten there many times and if I had choose, it would be Nadu every time. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to be transported to India on a culinary journey. Five-stars is not enough

Tulsi Patel 3 months ago

I've been here three times now and have gotten to enjoy different things each time!! The paneer ghotala is delicious, and the vegetarian tasting menu is also great. The drinks are quality as well. Would definitely keep coming back. I recommend it to all my friends.

Dari’s Passport & Plate 8 months ago

Nadu has a really nice ambiance with modern Indian decor. We ordered from the Γ  la carte menu and overall the experience was decent. The food did take a while to come out, but the portions were good. The dal makhni wasn’t hot when it arrived, though the flavor itself was actually really good. The paneer was pretty bland and lacked flavor. On the other hand, the dahi bhalla was amazing, making it my favorite part of the meal. For drinks, the spice in the β€œtil” and β€œaam” drinks overpowered the alcohol. Ending with the fennel was a nice touch. Service was ok, nothing special but fine. Overall, nice spot with some standout items, but a few misses on flavor and timing.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Nadu located?

Nadu is at 2518 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, in Chicago, Illinois. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Nadu?

Nadu is listed as an indian restaurant.

What are the hours of Nadu?

Published hours are Monday: 5–9:30 pm; Tuesday: 5–9:30 pm; Wednesday: 5–9:30 pm; Thursday: 5–9:30 pm; Friday: 5–10:30 pm; Saturday: 5–10:30 pm; Sunday: 5–9:30 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Nadu open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 5–9:30 pm.

What is the phone number of Nadu?

You can call Nadu at (312) 590-5676.

How is Nadu rated on Google?

Nadu has a Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 420 reviews.

Does Nadu have a website?

Yes, the website of Nadu is naduchicago.com (linked on this page).

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