Mela - Pizza, Taco, & Curry
Mela stands out by bringing Indian flavors to pizza and tacos, with favorites like the butter chicken garlic naan taco, chili paneer, Indian pizza, handmade momo dumplings, and enormous samosas. This casual River North spot is affordable and welcoming, with rotating entrées, mild-to-medium spice levels, and staff who happily guide first-timers—making it especially popular for families, groups, and adventurous lunch breaks.
What 87 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Food was amazing service was amazing so much flavor in the food totally seasoned amazingly 10/10 recommend 🩷”
“My new favorite lunch spot! They have rotating offerings for entrees and I’ve tried so many different DELICIOUS dishes. The employees are very kind and will answer any questions you may have. Truly a gem!”
“Everything was great! The food was amazing and better than any Indian food I’ve had in the city so far. The chili paneer was my favorite. Service was exceptional as well!”
“Amazing experience, great service and food. Kudos to Ami for being a great host. The place serves amazing vegetarian and non vegetarian food options.”
“Combines my three favorite foods and does it well! The staff were so sweet and lovely and the food made me wish I could have ordered more (alas, my stomach has it's physical limitations).”
“This place was amazing! I came in with a large group of friends and all of our food came out FRESH from the kitchen. I ordered some Samosas to start and they where some of the biggest I have ever seen. I would say their food is generally between a mild to medium range when it come to spice level, since my friend who doesn’t have much of a tolerance for spicy foods was able to eat with no problem! Would 1000% recommend to anyone who loves food rich in flavors :)”
“Casual diner. The food was delicious--with a kick but not too spicy. I will absolutely be returning”
“Yummy! My kids loved the Indian pizza and lentils. I would come here every day. Good food for a good price.”
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