What is the best Indian restaurant in Lakeview & Wrigleyville?

Cumin - Lakeview is our top pick for Indian restaurants in Lakeview & Wrigleyville, scoring 8.5/10. A Bib-recognized Nepali-Indian menu in a more polished Lakeview dining room.

Any insider tips for Cumin - Lakeview?

Watch for special supper club nights that bundle multi-course family-style menus.

What should I order at Cumin - Lakeview?

Chicken momo, butter chicken, chicken tikka masala.

When should I visit Cumin - Lakeview?

Weeknight dinners or early weekends before Belmont crowds spike.

Who should go to Cumin - Lakeview?

Diners wanting elevated curries, momos, and sharable tandoor platters.

Any insider tips for Rangoli Indian Cuisine?

Time a Wednesday visit around the bottomless dosa night for best value.

When should I visit Rangoli Indian Cuisine?

Casual dinners any night; midweek is quieter and easier.

Who should go to Rangoli Indian Cuisine?

Groups craving rich, saucy North Indian standards without formality.

Any insider tips for Bombay Eats (formerly Bombay Wraps)?

Use bowls over wraps if you want a lighter, more vegetable-forward meal.

When should I visit Bombay Eats (formerly Bombay Wraps)?

Midday or early evening for the quickest in-and-out experience.

Who should go to Bombay Eats (formerly Bombay Wraps)?

Lunchers and commuters needing Indian flavors in under 20 minutes.

Any insider tips for Momo Factory?

Order a mix of momo styles and share; sauces change the experience.

What should I order at Momo Factory?

Steam momos, butter chicken masala, samosa chaat.

When should I visit Momo Factory?

Early dinner or weeknights; it packs up around prime hours.

Who should go to Momo Factory?

Groups craving momos, biryani, and hearty Indo-Nepalese comfort food.

Best Indian Restaurants in Lakeview & Wrigleyville (60657)

Q: What should I order at Rangoli Indian Cuisine?

Butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, masala dosa.

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Last Updated: January 2026

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Cumin - Lakeview

A Bib-recognized Nepali-Indian menu in a more polished Lakeview dining room.

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#1 Cumin - Lakeview

8.5

$$ Lakeview

Vibes: Date Night Magic Trendy Table Hotspots Group Dining Gatherings Comfort Food Classics

Cumin’s Lakeview outpost brings the Bib Gourmand–recognized Wicker Park menu of Nepali and Indian cooking to Belmont, with momos, chaats, and rich curries in a polished dining room. Locals use it for fuller sit-down dinners, from butter chicken and lamb curry to shared tandoor orders and vegetarian plates.

Must-Try Dishes: Chicken Momo, Butter Chicken (Chicken Makhani), Chicken Tikka Masala

What makes it special: A Bib-recognized Nepali-Indian menu in a more polished Lakeview dining room.

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#2 Rangoli Indian Cuisine

8.1

$$ Lakeview

Vibes: Group Dining Gatherings Comfort Food Classics Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Hidden Gems Heaven

Rangoli Kabob’s Belmont location runs a broad North Indian menu with dosas, biryanis, and saucy curry standards, plus a kabob section that leans hearty. Portions are generous, the space is casual, and Lakeview regulars lean on it for butter chicken, naan, and weeknight takeout that still feels like a full meal.

Must-Try Dishes: Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Masala Dosa

What makes it special: A Belmont strip spot mixing classic curries, dosas, and kabobs with big portions.

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#3 Bombay Eats (formerly Bombay Wraps)

8.0

$ Lakeview East

Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Healthy Haven Solo Dining Sanctuaries

Bombay Eats’ Lakeview storefront turns chicken tikka, lamb curry, and paneer into wraps, bowls, and burrito-style “BombayRitos” built for fast meals and delivery. It’s the neighborhood move for quick, under-$15 Indian flavors with consistent execution and plenty of vegetarian options.

Must-Try Dishes: Chicken Tikka + Roll, Cheese Paneer + Bowl, Messy Samosa Fries

What makes it special: Fast-casual wraps, bowls, and burrito-style Indian plates built for speed.

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#4 Momo Factory

7.9

$$$$ Lakeview East

Vibes: Hidden Gems Heaven Comfort Food Classics Group Dining Gatherings Quick Bites Champions

Momo Factory is a compact Lakeview East counter spot focused on Nepalese-style momos alongside Indo-Nepalese curries, biryanis, and noodles. It’s more functional than fancy, but dumpling variety, butter chicken, and big portions make it a go-to for casual group orders and late-ish takeout.

Must-Try Dishes: Steam Momo Dumplings (10 pcs), Butter Chicken Masala, Samosa Chaat

What makes it special: A small, momo-focused Nepalese spot where dumplings and curries dominate.

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