Hyderabadi Thaal
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About
Hyderabadi Thaal — among the best food in South Loop. The kind of spot that earns loyalty, not hype. The recipes feel handed down, not invented. "The flavors were rich and authentic, with perfectly cooked rice and tender meat" — Dinesh jannipagu
Experience Breakdown
Abby
86 reviews
“But otherwise he also loved the food”
Highlights
Must Try
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
Some noted
Very Average food for vegetarians. Butter Paneer biriyani lacked flavours and it’s basically basmati rice and the gravy.
I ordered butter podi idli it did not have enough podi and they didn’t put any sambar when i called the restaurant the employee tells me it was a mistake by them and it happens often if you order a carry out and i have to order something else for her to give me a free sambar.
We successfully spent $200 on trash that is not fresh and has no taste.
Location
2537 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
What 122+ diners say about Hyderabadi Thaal
“Food is delicious this is my fifth order very much satisfied.”
Sunitha Chepuri
Sep 2025
“The Gobi Manchurian Biryani was a flavorful delight.”
The Gobi Manchurian Biryani was a flavorful delight! The crispy, tangy Manchurian paired perfectly with the aromatic biryani, creating a unique and delicious fusion. A must-try!
prajapati manishkumar
Mar 2025
“I ordered a chicken biryani over Uber eats, it was not an Authentic hyderabadi biryani.”
Kirthana
Jun 2025
“No Need to Go to Devon Ave for Biryani.”
No Need to Go to Devon Ave for Biryani. This is the best biryani ever than Devon restaurants.
Saisriram Chowdary
Jan 2026
“Recently tried pachi mirchi chicken vepudu and chicken kabab it’s absolutely fantastic, felt like eating in india.”
Recently tried pachi mirchi chicken vepudu and chicken kabab it’s absolutely fantastic, felt like eating in india. It’s really tasty and never miss chicken dumplings biryani.
vikranth amirishetty
Dec 2025
“I tried the Hyderabadi chicken biryani here and it was absolutely delicious.”
I tried the Hyderabadi chicken biryani here and it was absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich and authentic, truly reminded me of traditional Hyderabadi style biryani. The chicken was well cooked and the rice was perfectly spiced. The service was also very good, staff were polite, attentive, and welcoming. Overall, a great experience and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who loves authentic biryani.
sucharitha amancha
Dec 2025
“Its within a ghost kitchen but don’t let that deter you, this is good Biryani.”
Its within a ghost kitchen but don’t let that deter you, this is good Biryani. Chicken was tender, rice was cooked well, and well seasoned/spiced. I had the chicken Biryani, ill try the mutton next but based on the chicken biryani I’m sure it will be good. Praying they decide to add chicken 65 to the menu because I need it 😭 Also my roommate complained there wasn’t enough raita but i don’t have too much raita anyways (he wouldn’t be satisfied with anything less than a coke can size amount) if you like extra i guess ask! But otherwise he also loved the food. Portion size was all right, if I wasn’t sharing, I could’ve had three meals out of this probably. If you don’t want to fiddle around with the ghost kitchen stuff, you can also just call their number and place an order directly, staff is v friendly. No pictures because I was starving by the time I got home 😭
Abby
Dec 2025
“We were travelling from a different state and the host was very kind to arrange a casual dining area.”
We were travelling from a different state and the host was very kind to arrange a casual dining area. Food was just awesome. Gongura rice and pachimirchi kodi vepudu was excellent combinatio. Avakaya mudapappu reminded of home. Food tasted like 'Home away from Home'. Would recommend it 100% if you are in the area.
shazia kounain
Dec 2025
“Definitely recommended.”
Definitely recommended. We have ordered kodi pulao, Masala Dosa, Butter podi Idly, Chilli chicken, Muddhapappu Aavakay annam. Everything was super delicious and felt like authentic. Highly recommended. Would love to visit again
Harsha Reddy Modugu
Nov 2025
“Lovely Experience for the first time in USA, I have ordered - Ghee Podi Idly - the idly was as soft...”
Lovely Experience for the first time in USA, I have ordered - Ghee Podi Idly - the idly was as soft as a flower, Masala Dosa - just the right ratio of crisp and softness, Raju Gari Kodi pulav- chicken was very soft and tender, Mudda Pappu Avakaya- very flavourful, gave a homely feeling. Definitely recommend for anyone searching for authentic south Indian Cuisine. Extras - raitha was very good, and chutney tasted very nice too!
hari shobith
Nov 2025
“The food was absolutely delicious.”
The food was absolutely delicious! I ordered Sambar Rice with Masala Pappad and Ghee Muddapappu Avakai Annam — everything tasted homemade and full of authentic Hyderabadi flavor. The Masala Pappad was especially crispy and fresh. Huge thanks to Priya for the complimentary gulab jamun and lassi — such a sweet and thoughtful gesture! The handwritten note made my day. Highly recommend Hyderabadi Thaal for anyone craving true home-style food!
LalithaSree Damarla
Nov 2025
“I tried the Prawns Potlam Biryani and Chicken Joint Biryani, both were absolutely amazing.”
I tried the Prawns Potlam Biryani and Chicken Joint Biryani, both were absolutely amazing. Perfectly balanced spices and rich flavors that truly remind me of authentic Indian taste. One of the best Hyderabadi biryanis I have had in the US. Highly recommended🤤
Arvind Madishetty
Nov 2025
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