Dhanteraz Indian Fusion

"This Indian spot in Roscoe Village has so many options, its menu is prime material for the next World Memory Championship. Many dishes are tasty, like the flaky samosas, creamy palak paneer, and spicy chicken chettinad. But the signature biryani is a must-order. Served in a hot clay pot draped in golden brown dough, it’s exciting to break into and even more exciting once you’re eating spoonfuls of fragrant saffron rice, caramelized onions, and tender chicken, lamb, or shrimp (they also have a vegetable option). Despite the small space, large groups are common at Dhanteraz, so even if a catchup with some friends ends up including their partners, siblings, and a surprise cameo from the current world memory champion, you should be fine." - John Ringor

"This Indian restaurant has so many options to choose from, its menu would be ideal for the next World Memory Championship. Dishes like the flaky samosas and spicy chicken chettinad are tasty, but the claypot biryani is a must-order. Draped in golden brown dough, it’s exciting to break into and even more exciting once you’re eating spoonfuls of fragrant saffron rice, caramelized onions, and tender chicken, lamb, or shrimp (they also have a vegetable option). Dhanteraz might be small, but large groups are common, so even if dinner with a few friends includes a couple of extra people, plus a surprise cameo from the current world memory champion, you should be fine." - john ringor

"We recently checked out Dhanteraz. Read our review here. There’s a new option for Indian food in Roscoe Village. Dhanteraz serves staples like butter chicken, malai kofta, and lamb vindaloo, plus interesting-sounding pasta specials involving chickpea noodles and sauces like tikka masala." - john ringor, veda kilaru, nick allen