Mild 2 Spicy – Modern Indian Restaurant in Chicago, IL

4.7(2,623)$20–30Chicago, IL
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Highly rated

Highly rated at 4.7 stars with 2623 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Chicago, IL • Price $20–30 • 4.7★
Mild 2 Spicy – Modern Indian Restaurant, located in Chicago, IL's Lincoln Park neighborhood, offers an Indian buffet experience. With a strong rating of 4.7 based on 2623 reviews, this establishment provides dine-in service, as well as no-contact delivery and takeout options. The price range for meals is between $20 and $30. Visitors can find hours, website, and phone information for this restaurant. This buffet is a well-reviewed option for those seeking Indian cuisine in the area.

Good to know

  • Mild 2 Spicy – Modern Indian Restaurant has a listed address in Chicago, IL, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.7-star rating from 2,623 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
714 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614, Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL
Phone
(773) 661-6778
Today
12–10 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.7 (2,623 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Not the Fastest

Score 32/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score32/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
12/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Moderate pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 28/100 · 2 positive signals
Full night out score28/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
3/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Cinema within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

🏆 4.6 weighted · 2,623 reviews
4.6weighted · raw 4.7 from 2,623 reviews(↓ 0.08 from raw)
Rock Solid / Community Favorite
Review volume vs. city median2,623 / 450 median
02,250 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.7) with the city average (4.18) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2250+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
12–10 PM
monday
12–10 PM
saturday
12–10 PM
sunday
12–10 PM
thursday
12–10 PM
tuesday
12–10 PM
wednesday
12–10 PM

Pricing

Price range $20–30
Price range$20–30

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Vegan optionsMany vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleAccepts credit cardsModerate noiseGood for Dinner, Dessert

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual Cozy QuietTrendyIntimateGood for groups

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Dine_inNo_contact_deliveryTakeoutReservationsDeliveryOutdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

20 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Chicken Tikka Masala$17.7595 mentions
  • Butter Chicken$17.7584 mentions
  • Saag Paneer$16.5027 mentions
  • Masala Dosa$11.0024 mentions
  • Gobi Manchurian$12.5013 mentions
  • Lamb Vindaloo$19.2512 mentions
  • Vegetable Samosa$6.7511 mentions
  • Paratha$4.5011 mentions
  • Samosa Chaat$8.7510 mentions
  • Mysore Masala Dosa$12.509 mentions
  • Chicken Madras$17.259 mentions
  • Lamb Curry$19.259 mentions
  • Chicken Curry$17.259 mentions
  • Sambar$5.509 mentions
  • Daal$15.759 mentions
  • Chicken Samosa$8.508 mentions
  • Lamb Saag$19.508 mentions
  • Chicken Korma$17.258 mentions
  • Paneer Makhani$16.757 mentions
  • Chicken$12.756 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

98 items with prices
  • Aloo Tikki Chaat$8.75

    A deep-fried potato cutlet topped with channa masala, onion, cilantro, and sev (small, thin flour noodles). Served with green chutney, tamarind chutney, and yogurt.

  • Chili Pakora (6 pcs)$8.50

    Jalapeños dipped in chickpea batter, fried to golden brown. Served with green and tamarind chutney.

  • Gobi Manchurian$12.50

    Batter-fried cauliflower florets sautéed with onions and bell peppers tossed in a sweet, sour, and savory sauce. Served with green and tamarind chutney.

  • Golden Munchers (Bonda)$7.50

    Traditionally known as Bonda, these crispy, fluffy fritters are made from a batter of rice and lentils and fried to golden perfection. Served with coconut chutney and sambar (lentil and vegetable stew).

  • Idly (3 Pieces)$7.50

    3 pieces of steamed savory cake made from homemade rice and lentil flour fermented overnight. Served with coconut chutney and sambar (lentil & vegetable stew).

  • Mixed Pakora$8.50

    3 piece chili pakora (spicy) and 3 piece potato pakora. Served with green and tamarind chutney.

  • Potato Pakora (6 pcs)$8.50

    Potatoes dipped in chickpea batter, fried to golden brown. Served with green and tamarind chutney.

  • Papadam$5.00

    Thin round savory lentil wafers. Served with green and tamarind chutney.

  • Samosa Chaat$8.75

    Vegetable samosa mashed and topped with channa masala, onion, cilantro, and sev (small, thin flour noodles). Served with green chutney, tamarind chutney, and yogurt.

  • Vegetable Samosa$6.75

    Two giant deep-fried triangular pastry filled with seasoned mashed potatoes and peas. Crisp on the outside, savory on the inside. Served with green chutney and tamarind chutney.

  • Chicken 65 (Semi-Gravy Style)$12.75

    Boneless chicken marinated in flour and spices and deep-fried. Sautéed with sweet, sour, and savory sauce. Served with green chutney and tamarind chutney.

  • Chilli Chicken$12.75

    Boneless chicken marinated in flour and spices and deep-fried. Sautéed in hot, sweet, sour, and savory sauce. Served with green chutney and tamarind chutney.

  • Chicken Samosa$8.50

    Two giant deep-fried triangular pastry filled with seasoned minced chicken. Crisp on the outside, savory on the inside. Served with green chutney and tamarind chutney.

  • Rasam (Spicy)$5.50

    Traditional South Indian soup made with tamarind pulp, tomato, lentil, cumin, pepper, garlic, red chili, coriander, and curry leaves.

  • Sambar$5.50

    Traditional South Indian stew made from lentil and vegetable.

  • Aloo Gobi Masala$15.75

    Cauliflower florets and potatoes cooked in house gravy, herbs, and traditional spices. Served with basmati rice.

  • Aloo Saag$15.75

    Spinach and potatoes cooked with traditional spices and cream. Served with basmati rice.

  • Baingan Bartha$15.95

    Roasted eggplant, mashed and sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and green peas. Served with basmati rice.

  • Bhendi Masala$15.95

    Okra cooked in house gravy and sautéed with onions and tomato. Served with basmati rice.

  • Channa Masala$15.75

    Chickpeas cooked in house gravy, herbs, and traditional spices. Served with basmati rice.

  • Channa Saag$15.75

    Chickpeas and spinach cooked with spices and cream. Served with basmati rice.

  • Daal$15.75

    Yellow lentils cooked with homemade ginger garlic paste, cumin seeds, and curry leaves. Served with basmati rice.

  • Daal Makhani$15.95

    Black lentils, kidney beans, and split chickpeas are cooked in a tomato-based creamy gravy with traditional spices. Served with basmati rice.

  • Daal Palak$15.75

    Spinach cooked with yellow lentils and traditional spices. Served with basmati rice.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

2,623 reviews

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Mild 2 Spicy – Modern Indian Restaurant has a 4.7-star rating based on 2623 customer reviews.

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~0.6 miMo-Fr 09:00-18:30; Sa 09:00-15:00
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