South Indian Restaurants in Chicago

Chicago, Illinois is home to 2 south indian restaurants listed on CurryHub, ranging from casual neighborhood spots to established sit-down restaurants serving the local South Asian community. Trilokah Kerala and South Indian Restaurant currently holds the highest rating in this category at 4.3 stars, making it a solid starting point if you're trying south indian food in Chicago for the first time.

South Indian cooking centers on rice, lentils, and coconut, with staples like dosa, idli, and sambar reflecting the coastal and agricultural traditions of states like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka.

Other well-reviewed options in Chicago include Adda Indian Cuisine South Loop.

Chicago's Devon Avenue, running through the West Rogers Park neighborhood, has been the city's center for Indian and Pakistani food and culture since South Asian businesses began moving in during the 1970s and 80s. Once a predominantly Jewish strip, Devon today is packed with restaurants, sweet shops, sari stores, and grocers serving Chicago's South Asian community — earning it the nickname "Little India and Pakistan."

CurryHubUSA's Chicago listings cover this well-known corridor and beyond, featuring everything from Devon's classic chaat counters and Pakistani BBQ halal grills to South Indian vegetarian institutions that have served the neighborhood for decades, plus newer Indian restaurants opening up across the city. Use the filters below to browse by cuisine and rating and find your next meal in Chicago's South Asian food scene.

Each listing below includes hours, contact details, and address, so you can plan a visit or place an order directly with the restaurant.