Indian restaurant

Shikara Restaurant

1620 75th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516

The menu runs to 104 dishes. Besides chole bhature and uttapam, it makes idli, which we have seen on only a few other menus nearby.

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On their menu

Chole bhature: puffed fried bread with chickpea curry — Chole Bhature

Masala dosa with sambar and chutneys — Masala Dosa

Typical photos of dishes on their menu

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Idli SambhartSteamed rice and lentil dough cakes served with sambhar and coconut chutney.
Onion UttapamThick rice and lentil pancake topped with onions and fresh herbs. Served with sambhar and coconut chutney.
Saada DosaiPureed rice and lentil batter spread over a hot griddle into a thin and crispy crepe. Served with sambhar and coconut chutney.
Masala DosaiRice and lentil crepes filled with a seasoned potato, onion and herb mixture. Served with sambhar and coconut chutney.
Spinach Masala DosaiRice, lentils and spinach crepes filled with a seasoned potato, onion and herb mixture. Served with sambhar and coconut chutney.

Tandoor and grill

Chappli Kebab
Chicken Jeera KebabSucculent pieces of boneless chicken legs, marinated with onions, yogurt, cumin and fresh herbs.
Chicken Garlic KebabSucculent pieces of boneless chicken marinated in fresh garlic and chives. It is a mild kebab.
Chicken TikkaSkinless breasts of boneless chicken marinated in mild seasonings and barbecued on skewers in the clay oven.
Tandoori ChickenWhole chicken marinated in spices and fresh herbs cooked in the clay oven, served with grilled onions and lemon.
Seekh KebabGround lamb seasoned with fresh coriander, ground cumin and finely chopped onions, barbecued in the clay oven.
Paneer TikkaCubes of Indian cheese, bell peppers and onions marinated in seasoned yogurt, barbecued in the clay oven and served sizzling with lemon and grilled onions.
Tandoori Shrimp ( 6pc )Shrimp marinated in yogurt, ginger, paprika, fresh coriander and garlic, cooked to perfection.
Tandoori Mixed GrillTandoori chicken, boti kebab, malai chicken, dal and butter chicken. Served with basmati rice and nan.
Lamb PlatterYour choice of lamb dahlwala, bhuna gosht, lamb vindaloo or lamb tikka masala. Served with dal makhani, basmati rice and nan.
Chicken PlatterYour choice of chicken tikka masala, kadhai chicken or chicken vindaloo. Served with dal makhani, basmati rice and nan.
Vegetable PlatterYour choice of paneer makhani, palak paneer or aloo gobi and dal makhani. Served with basmati rice and nan.

Chicken

Malai ChickenSucculent pieces of boneless chicken marinated in ginger, garlic and cashew nut paste, barbecued in the clay oven.
Chicken Shahi KormaBoneless chicken cooked in a mild sauce.
Chicken SaagwalaBoneless cubes of chicken, cooked with spinach, onions, tomatoes, mild spices and fresh herbs.
Chicken VindalooCubes of marinated chicken cooked with seasoned potatoes in a spicy tomato and onion sauce.
Butter ChickenChicken barbecued in our tandoor, simmered in a creamy onion and tomato sauce with herbs and spices.
Chicken Tikka MasalaBreasts of boneless chicken, cooked in onion, tomato, cream and fresh herb sauce to perfection.
Kadhai ChickenTender cubes of boneless chicken sauteed in a wok with ginger, onions, tomatoes, fresh herbs and spices.
Chicken CurryBoneless cubes of spring chicken cooked in a savory onion, tomato and garlic sauce.

Lamb and goat

Lamb DahiwalaSucculent pieces of lamb cooked in a rich yogurt-based gravy with a touch of onion and dried fenugreek seeds.
Bhuna GoshtTender cubes of lamb cooked with onions, tomatoes, ginger and fresh herbs.
Dal GoshtTender cubes of lamb cooked with lentils prepared in an onion, tomato garlic and ginger sauce.
Lamb SaagAn earthy delicacy from Punjab: a delightful combination of spinach and lamb.
Lamb VindalooTender cubes of marinated lamb leg cooked with seasoned potatoes in a spicy tomato and onion sauce.
Rogan JoshCubes of boneless lamb prepared in a tastefully mild onion and tomato gravy.
Keema MattarMinced lamb cooked to perfection with green peas and spices.

Seafood

Vegetarian and paneer

Paneer BhurjiHomemade grated cheese sauteed with peas.
Paneer MakhaniHomemade cottage cheese cubes cooked in a savory tomato, onion and mildly spiced cream sauce.
Kadhai PaneerCubes of homemade cottage cheese sauteed with red and green peppers, onions and tomatoes.
Mattar PaneerGreen peas and homemade Indian cheese cubes prepared with spiced onion, tomato and roasted cumin sauce to perfection.
Palak PaneerSpinach and homemade Indian cheese cubes cooked with onions, tomatoes, mild spices and fresh herbs.
Malai KoftaIndian cheese and minced vegetable dumplings cooked in a mildly spiced creamy sauce.
Navrattan KormaAssorted fresh vegetables cooked in a creamy sauce and garnished with nuts.
Chana MasalaChickpeas cooked in a mildly spiced onion and tomato gravy.
Baigan DahiwalaA delicacy of eggplant, cooked in a yogurt-based gravy with a blend of herbs and spices-- a house specialty.
Baigan BharthaEggplant barbecued in the clay oven, sauteed with onions, tomatoes, ginger and fresh coriander.
Bhindi MasalaGarden fresh okra sauteed with chopped onions, tomatoes, roasted cumin, mild herbs and spices.
Aloo Gobi MasalaFresh cauliflower cooked with potatoes, tomatoes, garlic, ginger and cilantro.
Vegetable JalfrezziMixed seasonal vegetables cooked to perfection with herbs and spices.
Dal MakhaniBlack lentils prepared with tomatoes, onions, garlic and ginger cooked on a slow fire.
Yellow Tadka DalYellow lentil curry prepared with tomatoes, onions and ginger tempered with cumin and mustard seeds.
Vegetable BhojanA vegetarian dinner with three seasonal vegetables, dal makhani, basmati rice, nan, raita, salad and a dessert.
Dahi WadaLentil donuts served in a whipped yogurt sauce.
PappadamTwo thin lentil crackers, roasted over an open fire.

Biryani and rice

Shikara Dinner SpecialChicken tikka, tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, rogan josh and dal makhani. Served with basmati rice and nan.
Shrimp BiryaniSaffron-flavored basmati rice, sauteed with jumbo shrimp, herbs and mild spices.
Lamb BiryaniSaffron-flavored basmati rice, cooked with succulent cubes of lamb, herbs and mild spices.
Chicken BiryaniSaffron-flavored basmati rice, sauteed with boneless cubes of spring chicken, mild herbs and spices.
Vegetable BiryaniSaffron-flavored rice prepared with fresh vegetables, specially imported herbs, spices and nuts.
Kashmiri PulaoBasmati rice, cooked with golden raisins and nuts.
Peas PulaoBasmati rice cooked with green peas and cumin.
Jeera RiceBasmati rice flavored with cumin seeds.
Steamed RicePlain, white basmati rice steamed to perfection.

Breads

Tandoori RotiWhole wheat bread baked in a clay oven.
ParanthaA multi-layered whole wheat bread made with butter and barbecued in the clay oven.
Methi ParanthaA multi-layered whole wheat and fenugreek bread made with butter and barbecued in the clay oven.
Podina ParanthaA multi-layered whole wheat and fresh mint bread made with butter and barbecued in the clay oven.
Aloo ParanthaA multi-layered whole wheat bread stuffed with seasoned potatoes, finely chopped cilantro and mild spices.
PoorieTwo pieces of deep fried whole wheat bread.
BhaturaLeavened deep fried bread.
NanLeavened bread made of special fine white flour dough, baked in the clay oven.
Garlic NanLeavened bread made in a clay oven, seasoned with freshly roasted garlic and butter.
Onion KulchaLeavened bread stuffed with chopped onions, cilantro and mild seasonings, baked in the clay oven.
Paneer KulchaLeavened bread stuffed with grated homemade cheese, chopped cilantro and mild spices baked in the clay oven.
Keema NanLeavened bread stuffed with seasoned minced lamb and cilantro, baked in the clay oven.
Bread BasketA combination of favorites-- nan, onion kulcha, garlic naan and parantha.

Sides and extras

Desserts

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Overview

104 dishes on the menu we read, about 65 of them without meat or seafood
Price: $ (inexpensive)

Dishes you can get here

Butter Chicken

Chicken Biryani

Masala Dosa

Shikara RestaurantDowners Grove

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Location

1620 75th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516 · Get directions

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Where is Shikara Restaurant?

Shikara Restaurant is at 1620 75th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516. Phone: 6309641720.

Does Shikara Restaurant have vegetarian options?

Yes. About 65 of the 104 dishes on the menu we read have no meat or seafood, for example Chooza Pakora, Chappli Kebab, Paneer Tikka and Paneer Bhurji.

What dishes does Shikara Restaurant serve?

Their menu includes Aloo Gobi, Bhindi Masala, Butter Chicken, Chana Masala, Chicken 65, Chicken Biryani, Chicken Tikka, Chicken Tikka Masala, Chole Bhature and Dal Makhani.

How expensive is Shikara Restaurant?

It is in our $ price range (inexpensive).

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