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Beef Samosa

South Asian Food in Des Plaines

Spiced curries and basmati rice dishes define South Asian food at Tandoori Restaurant in Des Plaines, IL, available for pickup.

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Pakistani Food

Haleem

$16.99

This savory porridge combines meat, wheat, lentils, and spices.

“Best biryani and haleem and chai also a great service .”

Breakfast

Samosa

Chicken Samosa

$2.00

Crisp fried pastry filled with ground chicken, spices, and herbs.

“My brother girlfriend and I came in and ordered a ton of things and every single item was delicious 🤤! The tandoori chicken is incredible! We have been going to an Indian restaurant for the last few years and loved it but we picked this place to try for the first time. Our eyes bulged experiencing the various flavors. The chicken samosas were also a great first impression, they are fully stuffed and fried perfectly. We cannot wait to come back!”

Chicken

Chicken Makhni

$15.99

Marinated chicken in a spiced tomato gravy enriched with butter.

“The Karachi Gosht and Chicken Makhni at Tandoori are absolute delights! The Karachi Gosht is tender and bursting with flavorful spices, while the Chicken Makhni is rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. Must-visit place for anyone craving authentic Pakistani cuisine. The new owner has managed to uphold the integrity of the recipes, ensuring that loyal customers like myself can continue to enjoy the delicious dishes we've come to love. Highly recommended!”

Kebabs

Curry

Chicken Korma

$15.99

Chicken pieces gently simmered in a rich, creamy sweet-spiced sauce.

“Tandoori in Des Plaines offers a satisfying Indian dining experience with a range of flavorful dishes. Their chicken korma is rich and creamy, with tender chicken in a mildly spiced sauce that’s perfect with naan or rice. The aloo paratha is well-made, soft, and stuffed with spiced potatoes, making it a great side or appetizer. The chicken biryani is another highlight—aromatic and well-seasoned, with perfectly cooked rice and chicken. The portions are generous, and the food is fresh and flavorful. Service is efficient and welcoming, making it an overall pleasant dining spot for Indian cuisine in the area.”

Naan and Paratha

Desserts

Chicken Biryani

Welcome to Tandoori Restaurant

Tandoori Restaurant serves South Asian food with tandoor-roasted chicken, spiced beef kababs, and basmati rice dishes. Lentils also come cooked with spinach or with onion, tomato, ginger, and garlic.

Palak Paneer pairs Indian cheese with creamy spinach gravy. Qeema Aloo combines ground beef, potatoes, and mild spices, while Gulab Jamun offers spongy fried dough steeped in sugar syrup.

Visit us in Des Plaines, IL for dine-in, or order pickup or delivery. Finish with Gajar Ka Halwa: grated carrots cooked in milk and sugar, laced with cardamom and garnished with roasted nuts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your most popular South Asian food options?

Our guests love these customer favorites. If you're visiting us these are some of the food options we recommend most often.

  • Chicken Biryani — Chicken pieces are cooked with onion, garlic, tomatoes, yogurt, and spices, then mixed with steamed basmati rice.
  • Chicken Boti — This preparation uses boneless chicken breast, marinated overnight with yogurt, spices, and masala before flat-grill cooking.
  • Haleem — Meat, wheat, lentils, and spices are cooked into a savory porridge, yielding a thick, hearty texture.
  • Karahi Chicken — Chicken is cooked in a karahi-style wok, then simmered in thick tomato and ginger masala with ground spices.
  • Naan — This tandoor-baked flatbread can be requested cut into two or four pieces, with a no-oil customization also available.

Do you offer delivery and takeout?

Yes! We offer both delivery and takeout for south asian food throughout the Des Plaines area. Order your south asian food online for convenient pickup or delivery.