Nadu in Chicago, IL

4.3(355)$40–100Chicago, IL
True Hidden Gem 💎
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Good value

Rated 4.3 stars based on 355 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Families
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Romantic dinners
  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Chicago, IL • Price $40–100 • 4.3★
Nadu is an Indian buffet located at 2518 N Lincoln Ave in Chicago, IL, within the Lincoln Park neighborhood. This establishment offers both dine-in and delivery service options. With a rating of 4.3 stars based on 355 reviews, Nadu provides a dining experience that has garnered significant customer feedback. The price range for meals at Nadu is between $40 and $100. Visitors can find hours, website information, and a phone number for further details. This buffet is a notable option for those seeking Indian cuisine in Chicago.

Good to know

  • Nadu has a listed address in Chicago, IL, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.3-star rating from 355 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include delivery.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
2518 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL
Phone
(312) 590-5676
Today
5–8:30 PM
Price
$40–100
Rating
4.3 (355 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

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

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Before you go

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

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

⚖️ 4.2 weighted · 355 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.3 from 355 reviews(↓ 0.07 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median355 / 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 (4.3) 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.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
5–9:30 PM
monday
5–8:30 PM
saturday
5–9:30 PM
sunday
5–8:30 PM
thursday
5–8:30 PM
tuesday
5–8:30 PM
wednesday
5–8:30 PM

Pricing

Price range $40–100
Price range$40–100

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

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

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Wheelchair accessibleAccessible parking near entranceStreet parkingFull barPrivate diningTV

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Cozy Romantic Trendy Upscale

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
DeliveryDine_inReservationsOutdoor SeatingDrive-throughHeated Outdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

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

Highlights

Special features
 Great cocktails

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Dinner reservations recommended Accepts reservations Usually a wait

Full Menu

11 items with prices
  • Dahi Bhalla$12.00

    Lentil Bhalla, Sweet Yoghurt, Saunth Chutney, Pomegranate. (GF)

  • Benne Masala Dosa$18.00

    Fluffy Karnataka style dosa, chutney, and cultured white butter. (Can be DF/Vegan upon request)

  • Paneer Pasanda$28.00

    Contains Nuts

  • Dhokar Dalna$24.00

    Lentil Fritters (Dolkar) in a rich tomato-based gravy (Dolna). GF, Vegan

  • Murgh Makhni$28.00

    Makhni gravy, tandoori chicken. Contains Nuts

  • Plain Naan$5.00

    Contains milk, no egg.

  • Butter Naan$5.00

    Contains milk and butter, no egg

  • Garlic Naan$5.00

    Contains milk, no egg

  • Chili Naan$5.00

    Contains milk, no egg

  • Dal Makhani$16.00

    Black dal stewed in a rich tomato gravy. Contains dairy. GF

  • Basmati Rice$5.00

    Vegan, GF

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

355 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of Nadu?

Nadu has a 4.3-star rating based on 355 customer reviews.

Where is Nadu located?

Nadu is located at 2518 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL.

How much does Nadu cost?

Nadu is budget-friendly. The price range is $40–100.

Is Nadu good?

Nadu is well-rated with 4.3 stars from 355 reviews.

🍜Cultural Food Hub

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

Food & Dining
43
Retail & Shopping
10
Transportation & Automotive
10
Miscellaneous Services
5
Travel & Tourism
5
Healthcare & Medical
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Seminary Avenue Community Church

Place Of Worship

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Zen Buddhist Temple

Place Of Worship

2212 North Halsted Street

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Theatres

Greenhouse Theater Center

Theatre

2257 North Lincoln Avenue

~0.4 mi
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Post Offices

Lincoln Park Postal Store

Post Office

2405 North Sheffield Avenue

~0.1 miMo-Fr 09:00-18:30; Sa 09:00-15:00
+1 773 929-2680Website
The UPS Store

Post Office

1341 West Fullerton Avenue

~0.5 mi

Atms

BMO

Atm

~0.3 mi
Bank of America

Atm

~0.5 mi
Website

Restaurants

Bobby’s Lincoln Park

Restaurant

2518 North Lincoln Avenue

~13 ft
+1-773-799-8555Website
Millie's Supper Club

Restaurant

2438 North Lincoln Avenue

~0.1 mi
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Paulas Thai Kitchen

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~0.2 mi
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Chengdu Impression

Restaurant

2545 North Halsted Street

~0.2 miMo-Su 16:00-22:00
+1 773-477-6256Website
La Crosta Woodfire Pizzeria Italiana

Restaurant

2360 North Lincoln Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1-773-649-1000Website
Pat's Pizzeria

Restaurant

2679 North Lincoln Avenue

~0.3 mi
The Mayan Palace

Restaurant

2703 North Halsted Street

~0.3 miSu-Mo 11:00-22:00; Tu-Sa 11:00-23:00
+1-773-935-4200Website

Bars

Irish Eyes

Bar

2519 North Lincoln Avenue

~102 ft
Prost

Bar

2566 North Lincoln Avenue

~485 ft
+1-773-880-9900Website
The Red Lion Pub

Bar

2446 North Lincoln Avenue

~0.1 mi
+1-773-883-2422Website
B.L.U.E.S.

Bar

2519 North Halsted Street

~0.2 mi
+1-773-528-1012Website
Parson’s Chicken & Fish

Bar

2439 North Halsted Street

~0.2 mi
+1-773-661-6016Website
The Wild Hare

Bar

2610 North Halsted Street

~0.2 mi18:00-02:00
Tapster Lincoln Park

Bar

1059 West Wrightwood Avenue

~0.2 mi
+1-773-549-4949
Racine Plumbing Bar & Grill

Bar

2642 North Lincoln Avenue

~0.2 mi
+1-773-871-1600Website

Cafes

Printer’s Row Coffee

Cafe

2482 North Lincoln Avenue

~236 ft
+1-773-666-5394Website
Savor the Flavor

Cafe

~0.1 mi
Starbucks

Cafe

1157 West Wrightwood Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1 773-528-3149Website
Starbucks

Cafe

1002 West Diversey Parkway

~0.4 miSa,Su 05:30-20:00; Mo-Fr 05:00-20:00
+1 773-665-1888Website
Cafe Deko

Cafe

800 West Diversey Parkway

~0.4 mi
+1-773-661-6425Website
Zizi's Cafe

Cafe

2825 North Sheffield Avenue

~0.4 mi
+1-773-697-9228Website
Starbucks

Cafe

2200 North Halsted Street

~0.4 mi
+1 773-935-2622Website
Starbucks

Cafe

1245 West Fullerton Avenue

~0.5 mi
+1 773-327-9761Website

Fast Foods

Chipotle

Fast Food

2400 North Lincoln Avenue

~0.2 miMo-Su 10:45-23:00
+1 773-770-4448Website
Dunkin'

Fast Food

2706 North Halsted Street

~0.3 mi24/7
Website
Qdoba

Fast Food

957 West Diversey Parkway

~0.3 miMo-Sa 10:30-22:00; Su 10:30-20:00
+1 773-868-0213Website
Rosati's

Fast Food

953 West Diversey Parkway

~0.3 mi
Potbelly

Fast Food

959 West Diversey Parkway

~0.3 mi
Johnny's

Fast Food

~0.4 mi
BeeZzee Fresh Food

Fast Food

~0.4 mi
Jersey Mike's Subs

Fast Food

1223 West Fullerton Avenue

~0.4 mi
Website

Pubs

Gaslight

Pub

~0.4 mi
Wise Fools Pub

Pub

2270 North Lincoln Avenue

~0.4 mi
Replay Lincoln Park

Pub

2833 North Sheffield Avenue

~0.4 mi
+1-773-665-5660Website
Local Option

Pub

1102 West Webster Avenue

~0.4 mi
+1-773-348-2008Website
Rocks Lincoln Park

Pub

1301 West Schubert Avenue

~0.5 mi
Bird's Nest

Pub

~0.6 mi

Bakerys

Swirlz Cupcakes

Bakery

705 West Belden Avenue

~0.4 mi
+1-773-404-2253Website
Cafe Vienna

Bakery

2523 North Clark Street

~0.5 mi
Sweet Mandy B’s

Bakery

1208 West Webster Avenue

~0.5 mi
+1-773-244-1174Website
Jennivee's Bakery

Bakery

2925 North Halsted Street

~0.6 miMo-Th 06:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 06:00-23:00; Su 08:00-21:00
+1-773-697-3341Website

Ice Creams

Snow Dragon Shavery

Ice Cream

2618 North Clark Street

~0.5 miMo-Su 11:00-22:00
+1 773-281-9866Website

Doctors

AMITA Sage Medical Group

Doctors

~0.3 mi

Pharmacys

Walgreens

Pharmacy

740 West Diversey Parkway

~0.4 mi
Website
Walgreens

Pharmacy

2500 North Clark Street

~0.5 mi
Website

Dentists

Julianne Carrara DMD MS Limited

Dentist

2551 North Clark Street

~0.5 mi
+1 773 244 1933

Waste Disposals

Clark & Drummond

Waste Disposal

~0.5 mi

Beautys

Nail Fairy & Spa

Beauty

~0.5 mi

Hairdressers

Floyd's 99 Barbershop

Hairdresser

2572 North Clark Street

~0.5 miMo-Fr 09:00-20:00; Sa 09:00-19:00; Su 11:00-18:00
Great Clips

Hairdresser

~0.5 mi
+1-773-281-2926Website

Marketplaces

Sheffield Market & Deli

Marketplace

2955 North Sheffield Avenue

~0.6 miMo-Th 06:30-23:00, Fr 06:30-00:00

Fitness Centres

TITLE Boxing Club

Fitness Centre

2417 North Clark Street

~0.6 mi
+1-773-312-4726Website

Books

DePaul University Bookstore

Books

North Sheffield Avenue

~0.1 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Su 10:00-15:00; Sa 11:00-17:00

Costumes

Chicago Costume

Costume

1120 West Fullerton Avenue

~0.3 mi
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Alcohols

Diversey Prestige Liquors

Alcohol

~0.4 mi

Pastrys

Insomnia Cookies

Pastry

2260 North Lincoln Avenue

~0.4 mi
+1-877-632-6654Website
La Fayette

Pastry

~0.6 mi

Department Stores

Target

Department Store

2650 North Clark Street

~0.5 miMo-Sa 07:00-23:00; Su 08:00-23:00
+1 773-799-9142Website

Conveniences

Country Fresh Food Mart

Convenience

~0.5 mi
7-Eleven

Convenience

1349 West Fullerton Avenue

~0.6 mi
+1 773-929-7297Website

Dry Cleanings

Chicago's Discount Cleaner and Laundry

Dry Cleaning

~0.5 mi

Musics

Gramaphone Records

Music

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~0.6 miTh-Su 12:00-18:00

Childcares

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Childcare

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Sheffield Ave & Wrightwood Ave

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~0.2 mi24/7
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~0.2 mi24/7
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~0.4 mi24/7
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~0.4 mi24/7
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~0.4 mi24/7
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~0.4 mi24/7

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Mobil

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1112 West Fullerton Avenue

~0.3 mi

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Milito's Car Wash

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