Maharaj Vegetarian Snacks
$12.00A delightful sampler featuring samosa, paneer pakora, vegetable pakora, and crispy aloo tikki served with fresh chutneys.
333 S State St, 8 E Van Buren St Unit C13, Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 877-5376
A delightful sampler featuring samosa, paneer pakora, vegetable pakora, and crispy aloo tikki served with fresh chutneys.
Crispy cauliflower florets sautéed with yogurt, aromatic herbs, and traditional South Indian spices.
Thinly sliced fresh okra lightly spiced and flash-fried to crunchy perfection.
Crispy fritters made of onions, cauliflower, potatoes, and spinach dipped in seasoned chickpea flour batter.
Soft Indian cottage cheese slices battered in spiced gram flour and fried until golden.
Cubes of paneer cheese, bell peppers, and onions marinated in spiced yogurt and grilled in a traditional clay oven.
Crispy, flaky triangular pastries filled with savory potatoes, green peas, ginger, and freshly chopped coriander.
Crispy potato patties paired with spiced chickpea curry and topped with tangy chutneys.
Crispy whole-wheat wafers topped with seasoned yogurt, spiced chickpeas, diced potatoes, and tangy chutneys.
Light puffed rice mixed with diced potatoes, onions, fresh coriander, crispy gram noodles, and sweet-tangy chutneys.
An impressive assortment of tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, and juicy lamb seekh kebabs.
Golden pastry triangles stuffed with spiced minced lamb, fresh cilantro, and aromatic Indian spices.
French-cut chicken wings tossed in a flavorful spiced batter, deep-fried, and served with tangy garlic hot sauce.
Tender boneless chicken pieces sautéed with yogurt, red chilies, mustard seeds, and fresh curry leaves.
Succulent fish fillets coated in a light gram flour batter infused with herbs and golden-fried.
A sweet and tangy chutney crafted from ripe mangoes, sugar, and mild exotic spices.
Crisp lentil wafers topped with finely diced onions, ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and tangy spices.
Thin, sun-dried lentil wafers fire-roasted until light and crispy.
Refreshing whisked yogurt blended with crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and ground roasted cumin seeds.
Smooth, creamy cultured homemade plain yogurt.
Fresh crisp lettuce layered with sliced vine tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, and crisp red onions.
Rich and creamy tomato soup slow-simmered with garlic, ginger, butter, and warm aromatic spices.
Hearty yellow lentil and fresh spinach soup simmered gently with turmeric, herbs, and garlic tempering.
Comforting chicken soup cooked with tender shredded chicken, sweet corn kernels, and light spices.
An extravagant combination of tandoori chicken, malai chicken, chicken tikka, and lamb seekh kebab.
Finely minced lamb blended with cumin, coriander, onions, and garlic, skewered and clay-oven grilled.
Tender lamb chops marinated overnight in spiced yogurt, lemon juice, and herbs, barbecued in the tandoor.
Spring chicken marinated in traditional spiced yogurt and garlic-ginger paste, cooked over live coals in the tandoor.
Boneless chicken breast chunks coated in aromatic spiced yogurt and barbecued on skewers.
Tender chicken breast pieces marinated in cream, cheese, cardamom, and light herbs, cooked to perfection.
Seasoned cauliflower, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and potatoes roasted in the clay oven.
Fresh salmon fillets steeped in mild tandoori spices and baked inside the clay oven.
Jumbo shrimp marinated in garlic, ginger, paprika, and yogurt, char-grilled on skewers.
A feast featuring tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, malai kebab, butter chicken gravy, dal, and sweet gulab jamun.
A complete meal with tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, fish tikka, chicken tikka, rogan josh, dal makhani, and gulab jamun.
Juicy chicken cooked with tangy North Indian pickling spices, fennel seeds, and mustard oil.
Tender boneless chicken simmered in a classic homestyle onion, tomato, garlic, and ginger sauce.
Chicken pieces stir-fried in a wok with fresh tomatoes, ginger, bell peppers, and coarsely ground spices.
Tandoori chicken breast pieces cooked in a rich, creamy tomato and cashew nut sauce.
Char-broiled chicken simmered in a velvety buttery tomato sauce enhanced with cashew cream.
Fiery Goan-style chicken curry cooked with potatoes in a spicy, tangy vinegar and chili gravy.
Boneless chicken cubes simmered with fresh spinach puree, tomatoes, garlic, and subtle spices.
Succulent chicken pieces cooked in a tangy whisked yogurt sauce infused with dried fenugreek leaves.
Minced lamb cooked with sweet green peas, garlic, tomatoes, and freshly ground spices.
Tender lamb chunks slow-cooked in a classic Kashmiri aromatic onion and tomato gravy.
Spicy lamb leg pieces cooked with potatoes in a tangy chili-vinegar curry sauce.
Traditional Punjabi goat meat curry cooked on the bone with robust spices and thick gravy.
Tender lamb leg chunks pan-roasted with thick onion, tomato, ginger, and garlic masala.
Succulent lamb pieces braised in a velvety yogurt sauce seasoned with fenugreek and coriander.
Mild lamb curry cooked in a delicate cashew nut and onion cream sauce.
Tandoori-grilled lamb chops finished in a robust onion, garlic, and tomato masala sauce.
Fish fillets cooked in a South Indian style coconut milk gravy with mustard seeds and curry leaves.
Goan-style fish curry prepared with red chilies, tamarind, and creamy coconut milk.
Fish cooked in a savory, lightly spiced gravy with sauteed onions, garlic, and fresh tomatoes.
Jumbo shrimp and potato cubes cooked in a fiery chili and vinegar red sauce.
Jumbo shrimp simmered in a creamy tomato and onion gravy spiced with aromatic herbs.
Traditional Punjabi yogurt and chickpea flour curry filled with soft vegetable fritters.
Yellow lentils cooked with ginger, garlic, and tomatoes, tempered with cumin and mustard seeds.
Whole black lentils slow-cooked overnight with cream, butter, garlic, and fresh tomato puree.
Homestyle potato curry cooked with tomatoes, cumin, and mild spices.
Fresh cauliflower florets and tender green peas sautéed with ginger, garlic, and spices.
Fresh okra sautéed with chopped onions, tomatoes, roasted cumin, and herbs.
Green peas cooked in a rich fenugreek leaves cream sauce with cashew nuts.
Fire-roasted eggplant mashed and cooked with garlic, onions, tomatoes, and fresh coriander.
Tender chickpeas simmered in a tangy Punjabi tomato and onion masala sauce.
Assorted garden vegetables cooked in a creamy mild cashew sauce garnished with nuts.
Soft paneer and vegetable dumplings cooked in a rich, mildly spiced cashew gravy.
Homemade cottage cheese cubes simmered in a rich spinach puree with garlic and spices.
Paneer cubes and green peas prepared in a spiced tomato-onion and cashew sauce.
Cottage cheese cubes wok-tossed with red and green bell peppers, onions, and ground spices.
Paneer cubes cooked in a silky, sweet-savory tomato, cream, and cashew nut sauce.
Seasonal mixed vegetables stewed in an aromatic herbal cashew gravy.
Scrambled cottage cheese sautéed with onions, tomatoes, spices, and cashew nuts.
Fluffy, long-grain basmati rice steamed to perfection.
Fragrant basmati rice tempered with roasted cumin seeds and light butter.
Basmati rice cooked with sweet green peas and roasted cumin seeds.
Sweet and savory basmati rice cooked with saffron, golden raisins, and mixed nuts.
Saffron Basmati rice layered with fresh vegetables, mint, coriander, and biryani spices.
Fragrant basmati rice cooked with spiced tender chicken cubes, saffron, and fresh herbs.
Succulent cubes of lamb cooked in layers of saffron basmati rice and aromatic spices.
Jumbo shrimp stir-cooked with saffron basmati rice, mint, and exotic herbs.
A basket of popular Indian breads including plain naan, garlic naan, parantha, and onion kulcha.
Leavened clay-oven flatbread stuffed with spiced minced lamb and cilantro.
Tandoor-baked flatbread filled with seasoned paneer cheese, spices, and fresh cilantro.
Leavened bread stuffed with spiced chopped onions, coriander, and herbs.
Soft tandoori flatbread topped with minced garlic, fresh cilantro, and melted butter.
Traditional leavened white flour bread freshly baked in the clay oven.
Puffy deep-fried whole wheat balloon bread.
Multi-layered whole-wheat bread stuffed with seasoned mashed potatoes and herbs.
Layered whole-wheat bread baked with fresh mint leaves and butter.
Sweet tandoori naan stuffed with dried fruits, nuts, coconut, and cherries.
Multi-layered whole-wheat buttered flatbread baked in the clay oven.
Unleavened whole wheat bread baked over live coals in the tandoor.
Rich homemade Indian ice cream prepared with sweet mango pulp and chopped nuts.
Traditional Indian ice cream flavored with pistachio nuts, saffron, and cardamom.
Warm sweet dessert made of grated carrots slow-cooked in milk, ghee, cardamom, and nuts.
Golden fried milk dough balls soaked in warm cardamom-scented sugar syrup.
Slow-cooked rice pudding flavored with saffron, cardamom, pistachios, and almonds.
Soft cottage cheese patties soaked in sweet, chilled cardamom-infused cream.
Nestled at the bustling corner of State and Van Buren in downtown Chicago, Maharaj Indian Grill serves as a vibrant culinary sanctuary for both busy Loop professionals and visiting food enthusiasts. Stepping inside reveals a charmingly decorated space filled with warm colors and a relaxed, welcoming energy. The kitchen blends high-temperature tandoori clay-oven roasting with complex spice tempering to deliver authentic Punjabi and broader North Indian classics that do not compromise on traditional warmth or spice depth.
The extensive menu balances rich, slow-simmered gravies with vibrant dry-sauteed starters and sizzling tandoori plates. Freshness and precise spice balance lead every course, from crisp starter fritters to aromatic saffron rice specialties.
With appetizers ranging between $4 and $14 and generous main entrees priced from $13 to $25, Maharaj Indian Grill offers superb value for its central downtown location. The restaurant's popular lunch combo meals—which group a main curry with rice, dal, and fresh naan for under $20—make it an exceptional midday spot. Dietary accommodations are extensive and clearly defined: gluten-free diners will find a vast array of naturally wheat-free curries and tandoori grills, while vegetarians and vegans enjoy dedicated menu sections featuring rich lentil stews and fresh paneer dishes. If visiting during peak weekday lunch hours or weekend evenings, placing an advance takeout order or reserving for larger groups ensures a smooth experience.
226 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
17 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
22 S Wabash Ave Ste B1, Chicago, IL 60603
215 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60606
805 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605
135 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60603
Yes, a large portion of the menu is naturally gluten-free. Guests can enjoy almost all vegetarian, chicken, lamb, seafood, and tandoori entrees—including the Tandoori Mix Platter, Palak Paneer, and Goat Curry—as they are prepared without wheat flour. Note that leavened flatbreads and samosa pastry contain gluten, but papadams and basmati rice dishes serve as great wheat-free companions.
Absolutely. Dishes at Maharaj Indian Grill are cooked to order, allowing diners to tailor their heat level. Options range from mild, cream-based preparations like Butter Chicken or Lamb Pasanda (Level 1) up to fiery Goan-style dishes like Chicken and Lamb Vindaloo (Level 3).
Maharaj Indian Grill offers popular, budget-friendly lunch combo deals and thalis priced between $10 and $20. These balanced lunch sets typically include a chosen main entree paired with steamed basmati rice, dal makhani or yellow tadka dal, fresh naan, and complimentary papadam with chutneys.
The restaurant features a dedicated vegetarian selection with over 15 entrees. Popular choices include Dal Makhani (black lentils slow-cooked overnight with cream and butter), Bhindi Masala (okra sautéed with cumin and onions), Gobi 65, and classic paneer preparations like Kadhai Paneer and Matar Paneer. Vegan options without dairy butter or cream can also be prepared upon request.
Maharaj Indian Grill uses traditional tandoor clay ovens heated over live coals. Meats like spring chicken, lamb chops, salmon, and jumbo shrimp are marinated overnight in spiced yogurt, ginger, garlic, and aromatic herbs before being skewered and char-grilled at high temperatures to seal in juices while imparting a smoky flavor profile.
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