Menu
Introducing Maharaj Indian Grill, a vibrant dining experience in Chicago offering a wide array of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. From the crispy Bhel Puri to the flavorful Chicken 65, the menu is filled with authentic Indian flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The Mulligatawny Soup and Chicken Soup are must-tries for soup lovers, packed with robust spices and fresh ingredients. Customers praise the attentive service and cozy ambiance, making dining here a memorable experience. Don't miss out on the buttery naan and the perfectly cooked okra in the Bhindi Masala. Whether you're a fan of spicy curries or savory appetizers, Maharaj Indian Grill has something for everyone. Be sure to try their signature dishes like the Chicken Tikka Masala and Lamb Vindaloo for a truly satisfying meal. Visit Maharaj Indian Grill for a taste of authentic Indian cuisine that will leave you coming back for more.
Vegetarian Appetizers

Bhel Puri
Lightly seasoned rice puffs mixed with diced potatoes, onions, coriander, crispy garam flour noodles and a variety of homemade chutneys.
Dahi Papdi Chat
Crispy whole wheat wafers, soaked in a mildly seasoned yogurt, tossed with potatoes and chickpeas.
Aloo Tikki with Chana
Patties made of peas and potatoes with a touch of herbs and served with a chick pea curry.
Samosa Chaat
Patties made of peas and potatoes with a touch of herbs and served with a chick pea curry.
2 Piece Samosa
Flaky triangular dumplings stuffed with peas, seasoned potatoes, ginger and fresh coriander.
Panner Tikka
Cubes of Indian cheese, bell pepper and onions marinated in seasoned yogurt, barbecued in our special clay oven, served on a sizzler with grilled onion and lemon.
Mint Paneer Tikka
Cubes of Indian cheese, bell pepper and onions marinated in seasoned yogurt, barbecued in our special clay oven, served on a sizzler with grilled onion and lemon.
Paneer Pakora
Slices of homemade of Indian cheese battered in a thick gram flour, blended with freshly ground herbs and spices then deep fried.
Vegetable Pakora
Onion, cauliflower, potatoes and spinach fritters battered, blended with freshly ground herbs and spices and deep fried.
Kurkure Bhindi
Sliced and seasoned crispy deep-fried okra.
Gobi 65
Cauliflower sauteed in yogurt spice and curry.
Maharaja Vegetarian Snacks
A combination platter of samosa, paneer pakora, vegetable pakora and aloo tikki.
2 Piece Vegetable Cutlet
Deep fried patty made of potatoes, cauliflower, carrots and green peas with mild herbs and spices. Served with hot and sweet chutneys.
papdi chat
Yogurt, chickpeas and crispy potatoes. Served with hot and sweet chutneys.
GOBI MANCHRIN
Fresh cauliflower cooked in Manchurian sauce.
Amritsari Fish Fry
Lightly coated in gram flour batter with special spices and herbs and deep golden fried.
Fish Fry
Lightly coated in gram flour batter with spices and herbs and deep golden fried.
Chicken 65
Boneless cubes of chicken sauteed in yogurt, spices and curry leaves.
Chicken Lollipops
Tender chicken wings marinated in spices coated in zesty batter and deep fried toast with hot garlic sauce.
Chicken Pakora
Marinated chicken tenderloins blended with freshly ground herbs and spices, battered in gram flour and deep fried. Served with hot and sweet chutneys.
Keema Samosa
Triangular pastries stuffed with ground cooked lamb, seasoned with fresh herbs and spices.
Tandoori Mix Platter
A combination platter of tandoori chicken, chicken tikka and lamb seekh kebob.
Chili Garlic Chicken
Fresh garlic cooked with onions, green chilies and bell peppers, stir-fried in soya and red chili sauce to perfection. chicken
Non Vegetarian Appetizers

Soups

Mulligatawny Soup
A splendid, thick lentil and fresh spinach soup tastefully seasoned, and enhanced with herbs and spices.
Chicken Soup
A hearty chicken , prepared with a special blend of herbs, sweet and spices.
Dal Soup
A splendid, thick lentil and fresh spinach soup tastefully seasoned, enhanced with herbs and spices.
Tomato Soup
A savory tomato soup, slowly cooked with onions, garlic, ginger and other exotic spices.
Garden Salad
Garden fresh, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and carrots, served on a bed of crisp lettuce.
Plain Yogurt
Homemade plain yogurt.
Kachumber Raita
Cool, whipped yogurt blended with chopped onions, cucumbers, tomatoes and fresh herbs.
Roasted Pappadam
Thin lentil crackers, roasted over an open fire.
Masala Pappadam
Lentil donuts served in a whipped yogurt sauce. Thin lentil crackers dressed with chopped onions, tomatoes and a blend of sweet and hot chutney.
Mango Chutney
A perfect combination of sweet and spicy, this chutney is...
Salads, Yogurts and Accompaniments

Tandoori Specials

Tandoori Shrimp
Shrimp marinated in yogurt, ginger, paprika, fresh coriander and garlic, served on a sizzler.
Tandoori Salmon
Fish filets marinated in mild seasoning and barbequed in the clay oven.
Tandoori Vegetables
Cauliflower potatoes bell pepper tomato onion jalapeno marinated and cooked in tandoor.
Malai Chicken
Minced chicken seasoned with fresh coriander and spices, barbequed in clay oven to perfection.
Chicken Tikka
Skinless chunks of chicken breasts marinated in mild seasonings and barbecued on skewers in the clay oven.
chicken Mint Tikka
Skinless chunks of chicken breasts marinated in mild seasonings and barbecued on skewers in the clay oven.
Tandoori Chicken
Whole tender spring chicken marinated in mild spices, fresh herbs and cooked in the clay oven, served sizzling with grilled onions and lemon.
Lamb Chops
Tender lamb chops marinated overnight in a mildly spiced yogurt, lemon juice and fresh herbs, cooked in clay oven to perfection.
Seekh Kebab
Ground lamb seasoned with fresh coriander, ground cumin and finely chopped onions, barbecued on skewers in the clay oven.
Fish Tikka
Fish fillets marinated in mild seasoning and barbecued in the clay oven.
Chicken Garlic Kabab
Succulent pieces of boneless chicken marinated in fresh garlic and chives.
Lamb seekh kebob
Cubes of boneless spring lamb, marinated in special seasoning, roasted gently in the clay oven.
Tandoori Royal Platter
A sampler of tandoori favorites including tandoori chicken, malai chicken, chicken tikka and seekh kebab.
Tandoori Chicken ( HALF )
Maharaj Diner for 1
Tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, fish tikka, chicken tikka, rogan josh and dal makhani and sweet gulab jamun.
Maharaj Diner for 2
Tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, fish tikka, chicken tikka, rogan josh and dal makhani and sweet gulab jamun.
Maharaja Mix Gill for 1
Tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, malai kebab, dal and butter chicken and sweet gulab jamun.
Maharaj Mix Grill for 2
Tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, malai kebab, dal and butter chicken and sweet gulab jamun.
Chef's Tasting Recommendations

Chicken Entrees

Chicken Dahiwala
Succulent pieces of chicken in a rich yogurt-based gravy with a touch of onion and dried fenugreek seeds.
Chicken Saag
Boneless cubes of chicken cooked with spinach, onions, tomatoes, mild spices and fresh herbs.
chicken Mint Masala
Boneless cubes of chicken cooked with spinach, onions, tomatoes, mild spices and fresh herbs.
Chicken Vindaloo
Cubes of marinated chicken cooked with seasoned potatoes in a spicy tomato and onion sauce.
Butter Chicken
Chicken barbecued in our tandoor, simmered in a creamy onion and tomato sauce, with herbs and spices.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Breast of boneless chicken, cooked in onion, tomato, cream and fresh herb sauce to perfection.
Kadhai Chicken
Tender cubes of boneless chicken sauteed in a wok with ginger onions, tomatoes, fresh herbs and spices.
Chicken Curry
Boneless cubes of spring chicken cooked in a savory onion, tomato and garlic sauce.
Chicken Shahi Korma
Boneless chicken cooked in mild sauce with mild spices. Comes with basmati rice.
Murg Makhni Dil Pasand
Chicken cooked with onions and tomato sauce with herbs. Comes with basmati rice.
Chicken Madras
Diced chicken cooked with onion, ginger and garlic paste with a special blend of herbs, spices, fresh green chilies, cilantro and coconut. Comes with basmati rice.
Happy Chicken
Chicken with bone cooked in Indian spices. Comes with basmati rice.
Lamb Chop Masala
Tender lamb chops cooked in a clay oven and topped with onion and garlic masala.
Lamb Pasanda
Tender cubes of lamb cooked in onion and tomato gravy with cashew nuts.
Lamb Dahiwala
Succulent pieces of lamb cooked in a rich yogurt-based gravy with a touch of onion and dried fenugreek seeds.
Bhuna Gosht
Tender cubes of lamb cooked with onions, tomatoes, ginger and fresh herbs.
Goat Curry
An earthy delicacy from Punjabi baby goat.
Lamb Saag
A delightful combination of spinach and lamb. Served with basmati rice.
Lamb Vindaloo
Tender cubes of marinated lamb leg cooked with seasoned potatoes in a spicy tomato and onion sauce.
Rogan Josh
Cubes of boneless lamb prepared in a tastefully mild onion and tomato gravy.
Keema Mattar
Minced lamb, green peas cooked with tomatoes, onions, herbs and spices.
Lamb Entrees

Seafood Entrees

Garlic Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp sauteed in a savory garlic sauce, seasoned with herbs and spices. Served with basmati rice.
Shrimp Masala
Shrimp cooked tastefully in creamy onion, tomato and fresh herb sauce.
Shrimp Vindaloo
Shrimp and potatoes cooked in a spicy sauce with a touch of vinegar.
Fish Masala
Fish simmered in a mild sauce and tossed with onions, tomatoes and garlic.
Goan Fish Curry
Fish cooked in an exotic combination of tomatoes, chilies, coconut milk, herbs and spices.
Fish Vindaloo
Cooked with onion and tomato in a hot chili sauce. Served with basmati rice.
Madras Fish Curry
Fish cooked with onion, tomatoes, bay leaf, coconut milk, herbs and spices.
Paneer Bhurji
Homemade grated cheese sauteed.
Vegetable Kadhai
Mixed seasonal vegetables cooked to perfection with herbs and spices.
Paneer Makhani
Homemade cottage cheese cubes cooked in a savory tomato, onion and mildly spiced cream sauce.
Kadhai Paneer
Cubes of homemade cottage cheese sauteed with red and green peppers, onions and tomatoes.
Mattar Panner
Green peas and homemade Indian cheese cubes prepared with spiced onion, tomato and roasted cumin sauce to perfection.
Palak Paneer
Spinach and homemade Indian cheese cubes cooked with onions, tomatoes, mild spices and fresh herbs.
Saag Corn
Spinach and CORN cooked with onions, tomatoes, mild spices and fresh herbs.
Sarson Ka Saag
Spinach acooked with onions, tomatoes, mild spices and fresh herbs.
Malai Kofta
Indian cheese and minced vegetable dumplings cooked in a mildly spiced creamy sauce.
Palak Koftha
Indian cheese and minced vegetable dumplings cooked in a mildly spiced creamy sauce.
Navrattan Korma
Assorted fresh vegetable cooked in creamy sauce and garnished with nuts.
Chana Masala
Chickpeas cooked in a mildly spiced onion and tomato gravy.
Baigan Bhartha
Eggplant barbecued in the clay oven, sauteed with onions, tomatoes, ginger and fresh coriander.
Methi Malai Matter
North Indian delicasy, green peas cooked infenugreek sauce with herbs and spices, mixed with onion fritters.
Bhindi Masala
Garden fresh okra sauteed with chopped onions, tomatoes, roasted cumin, mild herbs and spices. Vegetarian.
Gobi Matter
Fresh cauliflower cooked with greenpeas tomatoes, garlic, ginger and cilantro. Vegetarian.
Tomato Aloo
Potatoes cooked with onions and tomato thick masala sauce (mom style).
Dal Makhani
Black lentils prepared with tomatoes, onions, garlic and ginger, cooked on a slow fire.
Yellow Tardka Dal
Yellow lentil curry prepared with tomatoes, onions, ginger, and tempered with cumin and mustard seeds.
Palak Dal
Yellow lentil curry prepared with tomatoes, onions, ginger and tempered with cumin and mustard seeds. Vegetarian.
Punjabi Kadhi
North Indian delicacy cooked in yogurt sauce with herbs and spices, mixed with onion fritters. Served with basmati rice.
Vegetable Jalfrezi
Mixed seasonal vegetable cooked to perfection with herbs and spices. Served with basmati rice.
Aloo Gobi Masala
Fresh cauliflower cooked with potatoes, tomatoes, garlic, ginger and cilantro. Served with basmati rice.
Jeera Aloo
Potatoes with cumin seeds. Served with basmati rice.
Vegetarian Entrees

Rice Specialties

Shrimp Biryani
Saffron-flavored basmati rice, sauteed with jumbo shrimp, herbs and mild spices.
Lamb Biryani
Saffron-flavored basmati rice, cooked with succulent cubes of lamb, herbs and mild spices.
Goat Biryani
Saffron-flavored basmati rice, sauteed with goat meat, herbs and mild spices.
Chicken Biryani
Saffron-flavored basmati rice, sauteed with boneless cubes of spring chicken, mild herbs and spices.
Egg Biryani
Saffron-flavored basmati rice cooked with boiled eggs, scented with herbs and spices.
Vegetable Biryani
Saffron flavored rice prepared with fresh vegetables, specially imported herbs, spices and nuts.
Kashmiri Pulao
Basmati rice cooked with golden raisins and nuts.
Peas Pulao
Basmati rice cooked with green peas and cumin.
Jeera Rice
Basmati rice flavored with cumin seeds.
Steamed Rice
Plain, white basmati rice, steamed to perfection.
Palak Rice
spinach rice
Tandoori Roti
Whole wheat bread baked in a clay oven. Vegetarian.
Parantha
A multi-layered whole wheat bread made with butter, baked in the clay oven.
Kashmiri Naan
Leavened bread stuffed with coconut, cherries and dry fruits made with butter and baked in the clay oven.
Pudina Parantha
A multi-layered whole wheat and fresh mint bread made with butter and baked in a clay oven.
Aloo Paratha
A multi-layered whole wheat stuffed with seasoned potatoes, finely chopped cilantro and mild spices, baked in a clay oven.
Poori ( 2 )
Deep fried whole wheat bread. Vegetarian.
Naan
Leavened bread made of special fine white flour dough, baked in the clay oven.
Garlic Naan
Leavened bread made in a clay oven, seasoned with freshly roasted garlic and butter.
Onion Kulcha
Leavened bread stuffed with chopped onions, cilantro and mild seasonings, baked in a clay oven.
Paneer Kulcha
Leavened bread stuffed with grated homemade cheese, chopped cilantro and mild spices, baked in the clay oven.
Keema Naan
Leavened bread stuffed with seasoned minced lamb and cilantro, baked in the clay oven.
Bread Basket
Combination of favorites, naan, paratha, onion kulcha and garlic naan.
Roomali Roti
Mixture of whole wheat and white flour to create a flat bread cooked on a iron wok and folded like a handkerchief.
Lachha Parantha
A multi-layered whole wheat bread made with butter, baked in the clay oven.
Bhatura
Deep fried leavened bread.
Gobi Paratha
Whole wheat bread stuffed with seasoned cauliflower.
Chili Naan
Leavened bread stuffed with chili and cilantro, baked in the clay oven.
Indian Breads

Sweets

Rasmalai
Sweet, spongy cottage cheese dumplings served in a creamy sauce flavored with green cardamom and pistachios.
Kheer
Saffron flavored rice pudding with pistachios and almonds.
2 Pieces Gulab Jamun
North Indian delicacy made of a dry milk and semolina flour, fried golden brown and served in a sugar syrup.
Gaajar Halwa
Grated carrots cooked in reduced milk, glazed with butter, flavored with cardamom and garnished with nuts.
Pista Kulfi
Homemade Indian ice cream flavored with saffron, pistachio, nuts and cardamom.
Mango Kulfi
Homemade Indian ice cream flavored with mango and nuts.
Lassi
A refreshing yogurt drink made sweet or salted, served chilled.
Mango Lassi
A creamy yogurt shake made with imported Alphonso mango pulp, served chilled.
Mango Juice
Mango juice made with imported Alphonso mango pulp, served chilled.
Mango Shake
A thick creamy mango milk shake made with imported alphonso mango pulp, served chilled.
Indian Masala Tea
Tea made with imported premium brand Indian tea leaves with milk and spices, served hot.
Coffee
Hot Tea
Iced Tea
Juice
Soda
Fresh Lime Soda
Bottled Water
Beverages

Indo Chinese Soup (Archive)

Hot and Sour Soup
Thick soup with julienne cut vegetables or chicken.
Manchow Soup
Thick soup with julienne cut vegetables or chicken.
Sweet and Sour Vegetables
Diced fresh vegetables cooked in sweet and sour sauce. Served with basmati rice.
Vegetable Mushroom Bamboo Shoot
Fresh mushrooms and bamboo shoots stir-fried in garlic and soy sauce. Served with basmati rice.
Egg Curry
Egg cooked with cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers and onions. Served with basmati rice.
Indo Chinese Vegetarian Entrees (Archive)

Indo Chinese Chicken Entrees (Archive)

Sweet and Sour Chicken
Diced chicken cooked with cucumber, tomato, bell peppers and onions. Served with basmati rice.
Sesame Chicken
Soya-based sweet and sour sauce topped with sesame seeds. Served with basmati rice.
Chili Chicken in Gravy
Spicy chicken cooked with bell peppers, onion, garlic and red chilies. Served with basmati rice.
Hunan Chicken
Deep fried chicken pieces coated with a sweet and spicy sauce. Served with basmati rice.
Kung Pao Chicken
Szechuan specialty of juicy chicken, peanuts and bell peppers mildly spiced with dry red chilies. Served with basmati rice.
Fish Hong Kong
Fresh fish topped with light soya ginger sauce and flavored with red chilies. Served with basmati rice.
Chili Fish
Spicy fish cooked with bell peppers, onion, garlic and red chilies. Served with basmati rice.
Indo Chinese Fish Entrees (Archive)

Indo Chinese Shrimp Entrees (Archive)

Szechuan Shrimp
Fresh shrimp cooked with bell peppers and onions, tossed with red chilies and Szechuan oil. Served with basmati rice.
Chili Garlic Shrimp
Fresh shrimp cooked with garlic and red chilies. Served with basmati rice.
Vegetable Biryani Lunch
Carry out only. Comes with dal, raita and naan.
Chicken Biryani Lunch
Comes with 1 piece tandoori chicken, raita and naan.
Goat Biryani Lunch
Comes with 1 piece tandoori chicken, raita and naan.
Express Lunch Menu (Archive)

Kid's Menu (Archive)

Kid's French Fries
Kid's Chicken Pakora
Kid's Malai Chicken
King Fisher
Must be 21 to purchase.
Taj Mahal , ( 12oz )
Must be 21 to purchase.
Taj Mahal ( Big 22 oz )
Must be 21 to purchase.
Flying Horse ( Big 22 oz )
Must be 21 to purchase.
Maharaja ( 12 oz )
Must be 21 to purchase.
Wood Pecker ( big 22oz )
Must be 21 to purchase.
Indian Beer (Must be 21 to Purchase) (Archive)

Indo Chinese Appetizers (Archive)

Vegetable Spring Roll
Served with sweet and sour sauce.
Chili Paneer
Batter fried paneer in chili and ketchup.
Dry Chili Chicken
Tossed with bell peppers, onions, garlic and red chilies.
Chili Shrimp
Tossed with tomatoes and bell peppers in a garlic sauce.
VEGGIE lunch Express (combo) 11am to 2.30pm
choice of kadai paneer/mutter paneer/palak paneer ; comes with rice, dal makhani and bread on the side
VEGAN Lunch Express (combo)11am to 2.30pm
choice of okra /mutter tofu /palak tofu ; comes with rice, Yellow dal and bread on the side
VEGAN Lunch Express 2( 11am to 2.30pm )
whole wheat bread served with homemade Barbeque Eggplant garnish with cilantro, tomato and onions. Mint sauce on the side
CHICKEN Lunch Express (COMBO)( 11am to 2.30pm )
Choice of Butter Chicken/Chicken Tikka Masala/Kadai Chicken ; comes with rice, dal makhni and bread on the side
TANDOORI special( 11am to 2.30pm )
Choice of Tandoori Chicken/ Chicken Tikka; served with naan, house made mint sauce and yogurt sauce
CHEF SPECIAL ( 11am to 2.30pm )
Tandoori Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh and Butter Chicken , served with Rice and Nan
LUNCH SPECIALS ( 11am to 2.30pm )
