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Street bites of Kerala paired with a ginger cooler or ayurvedic tea, served at a food hall counter.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2601 W Fletcher St, Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: (773) 754-0199
Website: http://thattu.com/
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Reviews
Prasad Nair
One of my favorite restaurants in Chicago. They get extra points for adding modern twists to southern Indian classics. The food is excellent quality and totally worth the price.
Reservations are recorded and arrive a bit early to find parking. The Kadala Curry with Appam is delicious. I liked all their appetizers as well. Ordering is easy with the QR code. Definitely a must-go if you are in Chicago.
… moreReservations are recorded and arrive a bit early to find parking. The Kadala Curry with Appam is delicious. I liked all their appetizers as well. Ordering is easy with the QR code. Definitely a must-go if you are in Chicago.
탄야이 (Tania Roul-Lee)
Thattu is easily one of the most memorable dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. The food is vibrant, soulful, and incredibly fresh — you can taste the care in every dish. The Theeyal Salad deserves a special shout-out. It’s genuinely one of a kind: the deep, roasted coconut-tamarind flavors of theeyal paired with crisp, bright greens in a way that feels both inventive and comforting. I’ve never had a salad like this anywhere.
But choosing a favorite dish is impossible because the kappa bonda was just as outstanding — warm, delicate, perfectly seasoned, and the kind of thing you instantly crave again. It’s a very close tie between the bonda and the salad!
Another detail I loved: everything is made fresh in-house, down to the beet ketchup, which was so good it deserves its own fan club.
And to top it all off, the chef was so kind — she surprised us with her masala biscuits on the house !!! Such a thoughtful gesture that made the experience feel even more special.
Warm service, thoughtful food, and a menu full of surprises. Thattu is a gem — can’t wait to come back.
… moreBut choosing a favorite dish is impossible because the kappa bonda was just as outstanding — warm, delicate, perfectly seasoned, and the kind of thing you instantly crave again. It’s a very close tie between the bonda and the salad!
Another detail I loved: everything is made fresh in-house, down to the beet ketchup, which was so good it deserves its own fan club.
And to top it all off, the chef was so kind — she surprised us with her masala biscuits on the house !!! Such a thoughtful gesture that made the experience feel even more special.
Warm service, thoughtful food, and a menu full of surprises. Thattu is a gem — can’t wait to come back.
Nuhn ya Biz
I finally made an online reservation at Thattu for dinner after hearing about it for so long, and surprisingly we were able to get a table for the same night. The restaurant is located on Fletcher Avenue and when we walked in we were seated pretty fast. I had imagined the place to be a little bigger, but even though it was small it felt cozy, comfortable, and nicely put together. The decor immediately stood out because of all the South Indian inspired artwork and touches that made the space feel warm and authentic. It reminded me of the kind of homely charm you find in Kerala style eateries, and it set a really nice tone for the evening. We started the meal with a set of appetizers that included kappa bonda, chilli paneer puffs, masala deviled eggs and kallumakaya. The masala deviled eggs were the highlight among the starters with a great balance of flavor and spice. The chilli paneer puffs and kappa bonda were both good and enjoyable. The kallumakaya, which are mussels, had a very strong seafood taste. My wife liked it more than I did because I am not a huge fan of that deep ocean flavor, so for me it was not as appealing. For drinks we went with the kokum sharbat and the ginger cooler. Both were non alcoholic but extremely refreshing. The kokum sharbat in particular was spectacular with a bright, tangy taste that immediately stood out. It felt like the perfect drink to go with the meal. We originally wanted to order the Malabar Bone In Goat Biryani but unfortunately it was already sold out by the time we ordered. So I ended up getting the Malabar Chicken Biryani and my wife ordered the Chemmeen and Kappa. Presentation wise the Chemmeen and Kappa looked beautiful and vibrant, but the combination did not work well for her taste. On the other hand the chicken biryani turned out to be the best biryani I have had in a very long time. The flavors were deep and rich and every grain of rice had absorbed the spices perfectly. It tasted like something you would get in a traditional Kerala home. For dessert we ordered the Forbidden Payasam and the Naadan Falooda. The falooda was truly amazing, one of the best I have had. It paired surprisingly well with the payasam and together they made for a great ending to the meal. Finally I have to mention the service because the staff was incredibly warm, friendly and knowledgeable. They explained the dishes in detail and even though we are from South India ourselves there were ingredients and combinations they talked about that we had not heard of. Their passion for the food really showed in how they talked about it. Overall Thattu turned out to be a really good experience with great food, great service and a homely, authentic vibe. I definitely plan to go back again, hopefully next time to try their sadhya if they have it available.
… moreLeon Corbeille
I’ve experienced and eaten a lot of Indian food but this is the only place I’ve ever seen that serves Kerala cuisine and it’s fantastic. We had the Chili Paneer Puff, the Fried Chicken bites, Theeyal Salad, Kadala Curry, Meen Pollichathu, Beef Fry & Porottas and an Appam. All were excellent with the most unique item the Appam, it was slightly sweet and so light and fluffy and paired well with the curry, and then my favorite being the Meen Pollichathu or the Beef Fry & Porottas. Both of those were unlike anything I’d have before with the Beef Fry being a cross between Beef Rendang and Cumin Beef while the fish was moist and paired with the tomato and coconut perfectly.
The atmosphere was very laid back and casual and felt almost like you were eating in your grandma’s kitchen. Perfect for a date night or going out with a group of friends.
I would go back here anytime and would recommend to all especially if you’ve had more traditional Indian cuisine that you find in Chicago as this is very different from all of them.
… moreThe atmosphere was very laid back and casual and felt almost like you were eating in your grandma’s kitchen. Perfect for a date night or going out with a group of friends.
I would go back here anytime and would recommend to all especially if you’ve had more traditional Indian cuisine that you find in Chicago as this is very different from all of them.
Samrat Jun Jayanth
Very cosy restaurant with delicious food and attentive staff. Definitely reminds you of Kerala with home styled portions and a rotating seasonal menu.
Kerala fried chicken and masala deviled eggs were delicious. Appams are delicious, large in size and the Malabar biryani, shrimp and fish entrees are must have. Forbidden payasam is unique, not too sweet, and a great way to finish off the meal.
… moreKerala fried chicken and masala deviled eggs were delicious. Appams are delicious, large in size and the Malabar biryani, shrimp and fish entrees are must have. Forbidden payasam is unique, not too sweet, and a great way to finish off the meal.
Eva N
Great food. We started with the kerala fried chicken bites which was crunchy and flavourful. Then we ordered beef fry & porottas and meen pollichathu along with a couple of beers. Although both dishes were tasty, we enjoyed the beef and porotta more. We finished the night off with a filter coffee and the masala biscuit!
… moreRyan Wantland
The food at Thattu is stunning and impressive! Standout dishes for us were actually two small plates/sides: the Kerala Fried Chicken Bites and Potato Poriyal. Both were absolutely full of wonderful flavors and textures clearly inspired by more traditional offerings.
Just FYI this place is still semi self-service but you are now expected to tip. We heard it was tough to keep servers around with the old model of all-in pricing. There was enough staff to help us out when we had questions, but you place your order on your phone. The food was so delicious, we didn’t mind this model.
… moreJust FYI this place is still semi self-service but you are now expected to tip. We heard it was tough to keep servers around with the old model of all-in pricing. There was enough staff to help us out when we had questions, but you place your order on your phone. The food was so delicious, we didn’t mind this model.
Chaitanya Sharma
It was actually pretty disappointing… One of the most traditional food in kerala is Beef Fry and Parota, which in their menu describe in a similar fashion. The beef fry tasted good and a little close to being authentic but the texture was way off. This was a little saucy/pastey/wet and had smaller pieces than what you would notice in an authentic one. The Parota was god awful. It did not have flaver and more than anything it was so dry!! Never had a parotta so bad. The Espresso Martini though, was one of the best ones I had, great taste!
… morePushkar Ghanekar
Mediocre experience with bare-minimum ambience. The food is overpriced and failed to meet the hype built up by reviews and the staff. They promise a unique, nostalgic take on Indian cuisine but do not deliver. The food looked good visually, but the taste fell flat with completely imbalanced flavors.
… morePranjal Desai
My experience at Thattu was, without a doubt, one of the worst I’ve ever had at a restaurant. While the evening started with a glimmer of hope, it ended in utter disrespect.
We had a member in our party with severe nut and chickpea allergies. Understanding the limitations, we brought a separate meal for them and asked the staff if it would be okay for them to eat with us. To our pleasant surprise, they kindly agreed. Unfortunately, this gesture was completely undermined by what happened next.
Let’s talk about the food. For the price, the quality was mediocre at best, and the portion sizes were abysmal. The flavors were so bland and uninspired that we found ourselves trying to salvage a dish by pairing it with a couple of tortilla chips from our friend’s allergy-safe meal.
This simple act prompted a man, who we believe was the owner and had been drinking at the front, to storm over to our table. He began yelling at us in an incredibly disrespectful and aggressive manner for sharing a few chips. To be publicly berated and taunted after spending over $200 for a party of six was shocking and humiliating.
We felt singled out, and we can only speculate why the owner felt he could treat us with such contempt. Regardless of the reason, no paying customer should ever be subjected to such behavior. This wasn’t just bad service; it was a display of utter disrespect. Save your money and your dignity, and dine elsewhere.
… moreWe had a member in our party with severe nut and chickpea allergies. Understanding the limitations, we brought a separate meal for them and asked the staff if it would be okay for them to eat with us. To our pleasant surprise, they kindly agreed. Unfortunately, this gesture was completely undermined by what happened next.
Let’s talk about the food. For the price, the quality was mediocre at best, and the portion sizes were abysmal. The flavors were so bland and uninspired that we found ourselves trying to salvage a dish by pairing it with a couple of tortilla chips from our friend’s allergy-safe meal.
This simple act prompted a man, who we believe was the owner and had been drinking at the front, to storm over to our table. He began yelling at us in an incredibly disrespectful and aggressive manner for sharing a few chips. To be publicly berated and taunted after spending over $200 for a party of six was shocking and humiliating.
We felt singled out, and we can only speculate why the owner felt he could treat us with such contempt. Regardless of the reason, no paying customer should ever be subjected to such behavior. This wasn’t just bad service; it was a display of utter disrespect. Save your money and your dignity, and dine elsewhere.