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Thattu, Chicago, IL

Thattu

4.8
4.8
484 Reviews
$31 to $50
Indian

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  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Comfort food from Kerala, India's spice garden. Thattu is located in the beautiful Chicago neighborhood of Avondale. It was born of Chef Margaret Pak’s love for the southwest Indian coastal cuisine of Kerala. Our menu brings you traditions of Kerala along with playful interpretations from our culinary team. Rich with aromatic spices, coconut and curry leaves, the cuisine is a celebration of the bounty of the land and the sea.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 754-0199
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Margaret Pak
  • Neighborhood
    Avondale
  • Cross street
    Rockwell and Fletcher
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

What 484 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Indian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Thattu offers a "beautiful dining room" and "exceptional service" with a unique twist on Kerala cuisine. Guests rave about the "amazing flavors," "fantastic food," and "authentic dishes." The no-tip model and QR code ordering system receive mixed reviews, but the overall experience is "highly recommended" with return visits in mind.
484 Reviews
  1. Deb

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent food. relaxed atmosphere. will def go back! would like to see even a few more vegetarian mains on the menu :)

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  2. Sarah

    VIP

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, space, and service! Can’t wait to go back and try dinner there.

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  3. Arjun

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is tapas style, pretty authentic and interesting, but taste is not quite there

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  4. Andrew

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful Dining Room with exceptional service and amazing flavors that I have only ever experienced at Thattu!

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  5. Mandy

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful staff and everything we ordered (which was a lot :-) was terrific. They are a tipless restaurant and incredibly reasonably priced for the quality of the food and caliber of the staff. I will definitely be back!

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  6. Kristin

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great first experience at Thattu! We had the Short Rib curry, Lunar New Year Special, Fried Chicken bites, and fish in banana leaves. Everything was delicious. The space is very industrial-looking in pictures, so I was expecting it to be loud and drafty, but the temperature was pleasant and acoustics were good. I love their ordering system - you send the order to the kitchen through a QR code and they bring it out. The servers are still very attentive and happy to answer questions, but you don't have to flag them down to order a second drink. Win/win! I didn't realize at first that they have a no tip/no service fee model, so I was a little confused at the end when there was no option to tip, but apparently they build service into the cost of menu items and just pay their servers well. Big fan of that! Everything was very well-executed. I will return soon with friends so we can try more dishes!

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  7. Prakash

    VIP

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic venue and good value. Highly recommend and will be back!

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  8. Scott

    VIP

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A truly lovely first experience at Thattu. Excellent food and cocktails, nice house wine, and comfortable atmosphere. Service was attentive but not overwhelming. Will definitely be back again.

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  9. Malik

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thattu truly shines as a culinary haven that caters to every taste and preference. My recent visit with my brother and spouse turned into a gastronomic tour that left us thoroughly impressed. From their non-alcoholic drink selections that were refreshingly unique, to a diverse menu featuring vegetarian delights, succulent seafood, and well-crafted alcoholic beverages, every choice was a hit. The culinary versatility continued with their meat dishes; whether it was pork, beef, or chicken, each was prepared to perfection, showcasing the rich, authentic flavors of Kerala. It's rare to find a restaurant that excels across such a varied menu, but Thattu does it with style and substance. The entire experience was enhanced by the warm and welcoming atmosphere, making it clear why Thattu has earned its stellar reputation. Whether having a large family get-together or a heated economics conversation of three, there's a nook for anyone looking for an all-encompassing dining experience that satisfies every palate, Thattu is the perfect destination.

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  10. Sonia

    VIP

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, drinks, and service. Would highly recommend! This was a nice change from the typical Indian restaurants in Chicagoland.

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Thattu is rated 4.8 stars by 484 OpenTable diners.

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7:00 PM

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Google Map for Thattu

2601 W Fletcher St, Chicago, IL 60618

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Rockwell and Fletcher
  • Neighborhood
    Avondale
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Margaret Pak
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
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