India Foodie Lounge in Palatine, IL, is a hidden gem for Indian cuisine enthusiasts. The restaurant has garnered glowing reviews for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and authentic flavors. Customers rave about the diverse menu, which offers a range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, including Jain specialties and flavorful lamb and shrimp dishes. The tandoori mixed grill and chicken tikka masala frequently receive high praise for their vibrant flavors and generous portions. Reviewers like Howard Lee appreciate the feeling of home at India Foodie Lounge, where the operating partner and chef create a truly authentic experience. The dedicated service and comfortable ambiance enhance the dining experience, although some note that food can take a bit longer to arrive during busy times. Anita Szeto highlights the customization of spice levels and cleanliness of the decor, while several diners, including Salde Codillo and Murugs Lingaswamy, commend the perfect balance of spices in their dishes, from garlic naan to rich curries. The full-service bar adds to the dining experience, offering a refreshing selection of beverages. In essence, India Foodie Lounge is a must-visit for anyone looking to indulge in flavorful, authentic Indian cuisine with inviting service—a delightful journey for your palate!
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as Asian-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For India Foodie Lounge
Howard Lee
May 27,2025
Our party of 3 had a delicious weeknight dinner here and I'll go with 4.5 rounded up to 5 stars. They have a nice corner strip mall location and an open and spacious though somewhat plainish interior. Naga, who is the operating partner here, was our welcoming server and his wife was the chef, so it's a homey and authentic mom and pop operation. We ordered the following: - Tandoori mixed grill which included tandoori chicken, a unique cilantro chicken, and shrimp (25). The cilantro chicken was moist and delicious and had a bright green color from the cilantro. - Chicken tikka masala, 18. Delicious, but the accompanying white rice was on small side. - Vegetable biryani, 13. This was a particularly generous serving. - Garlic naan, 4 - Onion kulcha (pita bread like), 5 - Kingfisher beer, 6. All in all, we were very happy with our meal and it was a comfortable place to eat at a leisurely pace. The food came out a little on the slow side, but it did start getting busy for the lone chef just as we ordered, and we were in no hurry. Highly recommended, and I hope to return someday to try some other dishes.
anita szeto
Apr 12,2025
Super yummy Indian food. Well executed and nicely presented. Lots of variety. You can customize the spice level. Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian menu items. Full service bar. Friendly service. Good portions. Clean bright decor.
parekh namrata
Apr 1,2025
A must-visit for anyone craving authentic Indian flavors with the perfect balance of spice and tradition. The couple who runs the place is incredibly hardworking, and the service is warm and welcoming. Highly recommend!
Murugs Lingaswamy
Mar 17,2025
Nice food and decent choice. Loved the food and drinks. We ordered chicken tikka and veggie pakora. Tikka was spiced up really nicely. Loved the food - Garlic naan, onion Kulcha, chicken curry etc - all were cooked nicely with right level of spices. I have been to India foodie lounge in Bartlet and that was little different with some curries offered in clay pots with lids closed with clay top and tightened with a piece of naan bread. Looks interesting. Not sure they offer here as well. Overall food taste was fantastic in palatine location.
Salde Codillo
Mar 5,2025
Amazing food and service. Had the chicken biryani and butter chicken and it was the best Indian food I’ve ever had! They also had Jilebi which was amazing! It was my first time trying the desert but man I will definitely be coming back for more. 5/5 two thumbs up!!!
Fiona S
Feb 25,2025
One of the best restaurants in Palatine! Amazing, fresh food. I love how everything has a distinct taste. I’ve been here a couple of times already and I have to say that the curry chicken, butter naan, and kulfi (for dessert) are my go-to dishes! If you have never tried this type of food before I recommend the butter chicken because it has very tasty chicken (cut into cubes) in a well-seasoned sauce. Also, a very good appetizer is the pakora chicken (can you tell I like chicken ..). A great vegetable dish is the potato and cauliflower (I forgot the name). Overall, very nice workers and calming environment. The only thing I wish they had was some type of cultural music playing! I enjoy hearing music from different cultures and I believe that a restaurant that serves that cultures food is a great place to do so. Go and visit India Foodie Lounge!! Note: The kulfi is so good I wish I could have it everyday. I live 2 min away; will probably ride my bike here and get some more often.
earthling1984
Feb 8,2025
This place is awesome! I've loved Indiana food ever since I met my best friend, Syed, about 10 years ago. I had never really tried much in the past. But he had me try a ton of different places. I love the flavors and spice. So, I've tried a lot of places in the Chicagoland area. I've only been here once so far, and will update my review later if needed. But this first visit was amazing! Service was very friendly and attentive. The restaurant had a nice setup for casual dining or even date nites. My wife and I ordered a couple drinks. My Indian beer was very good, I got a second (I had the "Blonde"). I forget the name of my wife's cocktail, but it was nice and tasty. I also ordered a masala chai, also very good. For food we ordered the chicken tikka, fish pakora, rice, & butter naan. Again, all great. My favorite fish is usually apollo fish. I had never had fish pakora. I will say it is amazing and I will be back for more! Now, I have eaten at tons of Indian restaurants. I'd rank this in the top 10% for authentic food, flavor, and service! For sure try this place! *Edit* - I liked the fish pakora so much I ordered it for delivery the very next day! Only one thing I'm sad about. In restaurant they gave chutney & some sweet sauce with the fish. For delivery I only got chutney. And whatever that sweet sauce was, it isn't on the menu to order. We got all 4 sauces they offer while dining in. All very good! Then my fish came with a little double sauce dish with chutney & a sweet sauce while dining in. I want more of the special sauce, it was nice! That's ok it was still great! *Update* - Again, I really like this fish. I ordered again! This time I did get both chutney and the sweet sauce! I need more again soon!
Supreeth Srinivasa
Feb 5,2025
There are plenty of Indian options to choose from in the suburbs, but we were intrigued to try this restaurant based on the reviews we read. The food and experience did not disappoint. We ordered the Samosa Chaat, Seekh Kabab, Chicken Tikka Masala, Mutter Paneer, and various breads like the Roomali Roti and Garlic Naan. Everything tasted excellent! The Seekh Kabab had them perfect level of spice as did the curries we tried and all packed with lots of flavor. The Roomali Roti was very also very tasty and a really good choice for the curries we ordered. The owner and wait staff were all very pleasant. We definitely would recommend this restaurant to everyone.
Reviews For India Foodie Lounge