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Tandoor Char House
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59 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 59 reviews
5 stars
(34)
4 stars
(24)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(42)
- fit for foodies(34)
- special occasion(22)
- good for groups(19)
- romantic(12)
- hot spot(7)
Tandoor Char House Reviews List
Review 1 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tasty Food with Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is one of my favorite restaurant in Lincoln Park; food is tasty and customer service is excellent!"
Dined on 6/13/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic food and great service"
Dined on 6/11/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious Indian Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was blown away by the quality and freshness of all of the food at Tandoor Char House. The flavors were incredible! The server was very nice and gave great recommendations."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Taste of home cooking
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a wonderful experience at Tandoor the other night, though we ordered way too much food - it was all excellent. They ask you about the spice level you want. It seems the basic spice level is pretty low, so for most lovers of Indian food they may want to ask for at least medium spice level."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a really great experience with fantastic service and food. It was just very hot in there!"
Dined on 5/31/2013
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Review 6 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Well Done
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What fun! The service was attentive and the food was a pleasure. I only wish I had stopped eating my entre soon enough to leave room for dessert."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Overall Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I took some friends who came from out of town and everybody loved the spot."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 8 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was my first, but won't be my last time to Tandoor Char House. The restaurant is in an assuming, non-descript storefront, so it can be easily overlooked - make a special trip. I had lunch with a friend.
My chicken kabob wrap was packed full of nicely spiced chicken, lettuce and tomatoes (have them put the salad in the wrap), and it came with a plate full of their chaat fries (spicy, curly fries). All meals include a variety of chutney's - the Achar is fresh, crisp and SPICY (not for the faint of hear), the Tamarind is sweet without being sugary, and Cilantro is fresh an aromatic. My friend's Baigan Masala was rich, flavorful and the eggplant wasn't overcooked - cooked yet still firm (al dente).
I'll be back....."
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ask for a table downstairs- very private and quiet!
Delicious Indian classics and some fusion/American twists.
Great find in Lincoln Park!"
Delicious Indian classics and some fusion/American twists.
Great find in Lincoln Park!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waiter told us that dining at Tandoor Char House should feel as though we were at his mothers house, and that is exactly how it felt. From the warm, helpful, attentive service to the menu suggestions, our experience could not have been better or more comfortable. And the food was delicious! Can't wait to go back. Thank you for a lovely evening!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
exciting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place is affordable and delicious. I cant wait to go back."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great spot!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Reasonable prices. Dishes were adaptable as far as spice level. My date and I ordered our entrees 'spicy' and were not disappointed. Pakora was delicous, as well as Shrimp Tikka Masala and Paneer Cheese Naan. The Baigan Masala had very tender eggplant and went well with the rice. We were seated 20 minutes after our reservation, but the owner was very accommodating and offered water and wine glasses to get us through the wait. This establishment is BYOB."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic food, quality service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I found this gem and reserved a table based on the HUGE amount of 5-star ratings for this restaurant. Tandoor Char House is a family-owned and operated restaurant. The ambiance is rather simple, but the food and service are OUTSTANDING. The flavors are textured and delicious. The staff was friendly, helpful, and attentive. Our server shared stories about his family and the cuisine. My friend and I were positively enchanted. We will return for sure."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unlimited rice & chutneys? Sold!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was fantastic even though I didn't know anyone's name (they didn't tell us). We got the impression from a few people that they were the owners/chefs, so it was hard to nail down, but great that, whoever they were, had a direct hand in making menu suggestions, answering questions and checking up on guests. Food was great but not life-changing (few foods should be, otherwise, it doesn't say much about your life and how easy it is to change). The desserts were phenomal whereas most Indian restaurants tend to leave me with something to be desired in that department. Unlimited rice and chutneys are crucial for an Indian restaurant and that sealed the deal for me here...only wish that policy applied to naan!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 15 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Outstanding flavored! Comfortable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding flavored! Comfortable pleasant atmosphere - love the Byob aspect!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tandoor Char offers true hospitalit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tandoor Char offers true hospitality. Go -- if only to be reminded what hospitality feels like. Dishes are varied, flavorful and generous; everyone can find something to like -- from vegetarians to carnivores. My only regret is that I passed this restaurant so many times and only recently checked it out. Don't wait -- go now. A true neighborhood gem. Maybe you'll be fortunate, as we were, to get Sean as your server."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2002
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Seems to be a very popular
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Seems to be a very popular place - we arrived on time for our reservation but had to wait about 30 minutes. The waiting area and overall decor left some to be desired, but when we were finally seated the food more than made up for it. We shared an appetizer (free as a gesture for the wait), biryani (served with salad) and entree between 3 people - more than enough food and all of it delicious."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very engaged service, an owner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very engaged service, an owner who cares and delicious Indian and Pakistani specialties including both curried and tandoori dishes. Excellent eggplant and beef in curried stews simmered until full of complex flavors. Tandoori Lamb was charred and tender. Samosas make a nice starter and the mango lassi is superb with more mango than some mango juice. Good recommendations on the menu. Pretty quiet at lunch. Hope dinner is more active so this good place stays around."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food. Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious food. Excellent servie. Will be back."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Healthy IndoPak Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Reserved a table for 2 on a Friday night, when we got there, the table reserved for us was a couple flights up from the entrance at the corner. Not really a nice spot, looks like I was gonna fall any minute. I wanted a different table, but since it was a Friday night, the place was packed. Our server "Jackson" if I remember it right was so nice and made me feel comfortable even at first I was really uneasy with the spot. He got our order, food came and the vegetable samosas we got was cold.They changed it, Manager/Owner came and said our vegetable samosa was on the house. He even offered us a free dessert. That was good customer service. Food is great. Not oily like any other IndoPak restaurant, you will leave the place happy and satisfied."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent India food - and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent India food - and its BYOB! All the recipes here are family owned and have their own slight variations to them. We got the Chicken Tikka Masala and a few orders of naan - we couldn't get enough of it! It had the traditional flavor to it but with a few other spices thrown in which made it delicious. The pistachio cheesecake was amazing too - wasn't too heavy and tasted great. I will definitely be coming back soon."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service, everyone is
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great service, everyone is friendly."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was my second visit to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my second visit to Tandoor. After my first visit I recommended the restaurant to my roommates and they have been ordering delivery weekly. The food is great, the waitstaff is very friendly, and the prices are fair especially considering the large portion sizes.
I've been living in Lincoln Park for almost a year and have tried several local restaurants in that time. I would have to put Tandoor in my top 3."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 24 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a great experience. When
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a great experience. When we requested to have a different table, the hostess/manager were very accommodating. We ordered the chaat fries, where if you are indian you can skip. In general it tastes like wendy's curly fries with some chaat masala. We also ordered the tandoori chicken tikka masala and the baigan bartha. Both were good, although definitely order the chicken tikka dish. The naan were hot, soft and fluffy. Also the mango cheesecake was wonderful as well. Definitely a solid Indian restaurant."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 25 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a great time when I went,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Had a great time when I went, service was absolutely wonderful!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not completely authentic but
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not completely authentic but close."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2012
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Review 27 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food rivals some of the homemade
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food rivals some of the homemade dishes my Indian friends' mothers have made. One of the best Indian restaurants I've eaten at. And the waiters are very knowledgable and helpful. Can't wait to go back and try everything on the menu. Also prices are extremely reasonable and portions are huge!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Tandoor Char House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved this place. Thanks so
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Loved this place. Thanks so much for a fantastic evening."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Tandoor Char House
Based on the average of (31) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
8 out of 8 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic