Nadu
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NADU Regional Indian | 2518 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
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A FITTING ODE TO INDIA
NADU meaning 'homeland' reflects our commitment to showcasing the rich cultural and gastronomic landscapes of India, where every region tells its own story through food. At Nadu, we bring you a symphony of regional cuisines, from the aromatic biryani of Hyderabad to the fiery curries of Kerala, the street snacks of Delhi to the coastal delicacies of Goa. Our menu is thoughtfully curated to offer an authentic yet contemporary dining experience, with dishes crafted from fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and traditional Indian spices.
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ADDRESS
2518 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL, 60614, USA
DINNER
SUN-THURS: 5-9:30 PM (Last seating 8:30; kitchen closes at 9:15 PM)
FRI-SAT: 5-10:30 PM (Last seating 9:30; kitchen closes at 10:15 PM)
PARKING
Street parking is widely available on Lincoln Ave.
We do not offer valet parking at this time.
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS
Our menu can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten free diets. For all other dietary preferences or allergies, please contact us at
info@NADUchicago.com
CORKAGE
$35 per 750ml bottle, maximum of 2 bottles per table
CAKES
Guests are welcome to bring in any bakery-made cake for special occasions. A cake cutting fee of $25 applies, with a maximum of $25 for a single-tiered cake.
GIFT CARDS
Menu as captured Sep 1, 2026 · source ↗
Tied with 17 other venues on equal evidence.
We hold 129 venues in Chicago, IL and could score 64 of them. Positions are counted against those 64.
v1.7.4 8.8/100 = sourcing 0.0/50 (named-farm 0 distinct, named-region 0 distinct, attribute 0 distinct, buzzword 0 distinct) + farm partners 0.0/20 (none scored) + registry 0.0/12 (none listed) + press 8.8/18 (capped at 35% of the 0.0-point evidence base).
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| Sunday | 5pm – 9:30pm |
|---|---|
| Monday | 5pm – 9:30pm |
| Tuesday | 5pm – 9:30pm |
| Wednesday | 5pm – 9:30pm |
| Thursday | 5pm – 9:30pm |
| Friday | 5pm – 10:30pm |
| Saturday | 5pm – 10:30pm |
Hours checked Aug 27, 2026 · source ↗ · these hours were read from the page text rather than published schedule data, so we show the week instead of calling it open or closed · Always worth confirming with the restaurant.
Book on SevenRooms ↗link checked Aug 27, 2026
Authority & awards
- MICHELIN Guide 2026: Bib Gourmand ↗
MICHELIN Guide
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Coverage
- The 38 Best Restaurants in Chicago ↗
Eater Chicago
Press - Top 25: The Best Restaurants In Chicago ↗
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