Best Indian Restaurant —Chicago's Gold Coast
Fine Indian dining in Chicago's Gold Coast since 1972 — steps from Michigan Avenue.
Chicago exclusive: South Indian menu — Dosa, Uttapam, Idly & more
A Chicago Original Since 1972
Gaylord has been on Chicago's Gold Coast since 1972 — steps from Michigan Avenue on Walton Street. The kitchen is built around a charcoal-fired tandoor, used for chicken, fish, and lamb — the same way it has been since the restaurant opened. Butter Chicken, Rogan Josh, Chicken Vindaloo, Dal Makhani, Gosht Biryani, fresh Naan baked to order.
Full Bar
Gaylord Chicago has a full bar — cocktails, wine, and beer — available for dine-in and private events. Happy hour runs every evening 5–7 PM with 50% off selected starters at the bar.
Private Dining
The private dining room seats up to 140 guests and is available for corporate dinners, family celebrations, rehearsal dinners, and other occasions. A coordinator handles the details — menu, service, setup. Call 312-664-1700 or visit gaylordindian.com/events to check availability.
Weekly Specials
Both locations run specials every week. Monday: buy one entrée, get one free. Tuesday: $5 off tandoor dishes. Wednesday: 50% off cocktails and wine by the glass. Thursday: 50% off selected wine bottles. Friday: complimentary dessert with any entrée. Saturday and Sunday: Grand Buffet Lunch at $18.95 per person. See the full schedule at gaylordindian.com/specials.
Serving Chicago's Neighborhoods
Gold Coast · Near North Side · River North · Streeterville · Loop · Downtown Chicago · Michigan Avenue · Magnificent Mile · Lincoln Park · Lakeview · West Loop · South Loop
Chicago's Indian Restaurant on the Magnificent Mile
Located at 100 E Walton Street in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, Gaylord has been rated one of the best Indian restaurants in Chicago since 1972 — welcoming guests from Streeterville, River North, the Loop, Near North Side, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Lakeview, West Loop, and South Loop. Whether you're looking for Indian food near the Magnificent Mile, a downtown Chicago dinner before the theatre, or private dining for a corporate event, our team is ready to make it memorable.