Best Indian Restaurants in Lincoln Park
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Tandoor Char House
High-volume Indian-Pakistani cooking with standout tandoori platters and long-running local trust.
Notable Picks
8.3
Tandoor Char House is a family-run Indian-Pakistani spot in Lincoln Park known for its smoky tandoori platters, rich curries, and a broad menu that works for both groups and date night. With more than two thousand cross-platform reviews and over a decade of service, it is the neighborhood s highest-validated destination for North Indian and Pakistani flavors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tandoor Mixed Grill, Butter Chicken, Lamb Biryani
What makes it special: High-volume Indian-Pakistani cooking with standout tandoori platters and long-running local trust.
#2
NADU
8.2
Nadu is a modern Indian restaurant in the DePaul stretch of Lincoln Park focusing on regional South Indian flavors, cocktails, and plated dishes rather than the standard curry-and-naan format. It trades buffet-style abundance for focused, spice-driven plates in a contemporary room that draws both neighborhood regulars and citywide diners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kerala-style Fish Curry, Gunpowder Cauliflower, Lamb or Goat Biryani
What makes it special: A contemporary South Indian-leaning kitchen where cocktails and composed plates take the lead.