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Niwaala Street Food — Lombard mexican that sets the standard. The room fills up fast and stays lively. Honest, uncompromised flavors throughout. Open late. "The pani puri was perfectly crisp with well-balanced spicy and tangy water, just like back home" — Hemanth kumar
Sami Uddin
245 reviews
“The ambiance was a pleasant surprise—the walls are covered with vibrant art depicting a bustling street full of food vendors, adding a lively and authentic touch to the dining experience”
95 E Roosevelt Rd, Lombard, IL 60148
“Second time trying this spot omg their Shawarma Wrap is so juicy.”
Second time trying this spot omg their Shawarma Wrap is so juicy! I had it with mango tacos, for dessert the rose Falooda thank me later ! very elite foods! Def will be coming back again
Saheed Lawal
Jan 2026
“This place seriously exceeded my expectations.”
This place seriously exceeded my expectations. First time here and the owner gave me great recommendations. I ordered the signature fries, mango malai taco, and the Asian cold coffee everything was super tasty, freshly made, and great portions. The coffee was really good too. Loved the hospitality and service. I’ll definitely be coming back regularly.
Nai S
Jan 2026
“I visited this easy-going Indian and Pakistani street-food spot and had a pretty enjoyable experience overall.”
I visited this easy-going Indian and Pakistani street-food spot and had a pretty enjoyable experience overall. The customer service was fast and friendly and we got our order very quickly! We tried the Paani Puri, which was okay—fun and refreshing, but the flavor could’ve been a bit stronger. The chicken shawarma wrap, though, was excellent with great seasoning and a satisfying portion. We also ordered their Pasha Bhai Chai, which was warm, comforting, and quite good. The ambiance was a pleasant surprise—the walls are covered with vibrant art depicting a bustling street full of food vendors, adding a lively and authentic touch to the dining experience. Definitely worth a visit for some tasty bites and a chill atmosphere!
Sami Uddin
Nov 2025
“"Niwala: Where Big Flavors fuse in Small Bites" It was one of those evenings and regular food too boring.”
"Niwala: Where Big Flavors fuse in Small Bites" It was one of those evenings and regular food too boring. this new place called Niwala? Means small bites. But some Fusion stuff." As you know i am on diet 😅 the kind that let you try everything without the food coma. We headed out, not knowing we were about to stumble into a culinary delight Niwala sits on a quiet strip at the end with ample room for big parking lot and a good outdoor patio where all warm lighting, wooden textures, and a little open you can see the sky. The air smelled faintly of grilled spices and something sweet, and the soft desi jazz playing in the background made it feel like a hug in restaurant form. A cheerful server greeted us with a menu that full of various dishes but each dish had a playful twist. The concept was clear: global flavors, desi soul, and all in small, shareable portions. We kicked things off with the Tandoori Shawarma — juicy, spice-rubbed chicken wrapped in a warm mini pita, drizzled with a creamy garlic mayo sauce. It was smoky, tangy, and gone in seconds after the glorious bites. Then came the Mango Malai Boti Taco. If summer had a flavor, this was it. Think tender chunks of malai boti tucked into a soft taco shell, topped with a bright mango-chili that hit sweet, spicy, and tangy notes all at once. It was the kind of bite you close your eyes for. In the spirit of street food rebellion, we ordered the Pani Puri Flight — 7 to 8 puris perched like little soldiers, with flavored waters served in should be glasses: classic mint tamarind and even a firey chili sauce with surprising twist. It was interactive, dramatic, and refreshingly fun — like a food festival on a platter. For dessert, we couldn’t decide... so we didn’t. First came the Fusion Mango Faluda — layers of faluda , mango jelly chunks, basil seeds, and a mango mousse/ice cream topping. It was familiar, but luxurious. Sweet, but balanced. Every sip told us a story. But it was the Chai Tres Leches that stole the night. A soft sponge soaked in masala chai-infused milk, topped with cardamom whipped cream One bite and we all went silent. What truly tied everything together, though, was the vibe. The staff moved around with the ease of people who love what they do. They didn’t hover, And the entire place had this quiet confidence — like it knew it was so special. Niwala may mean “small bite”, but nothing about it felt small. Not the flavors, not the creativity, and definitely not the experience. We left with full hearts, satisfied bellies, and that rare feeling of having discovered something worth talking about. Ambience:- 9.5/10 Variety of options:- 9.4/10 Value for Money:- 9.5/10 Hospitality:- 9.7/10 Over all:- 9.7/10
asad raheem
Oct 2025
“Niwaala Street Food is such a gem.”
Niwaala Street Food is such a gem! The prices are very reasonable, the service is quick and friendly, and there’s plenty of parking right outside which makes it super convenient. We tried a variety of dishes and everything was delicious! The tacos were a standout—Mango Malai was creamy, flavorful, and unique, while the Spicy Beef had the perfect kick. The Niwaala Special Burrito was packed with flavor and a must-try. We also got Masala Fries and Chicken Poppers, both of which were great for sharing and full of taste. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to whenever I’m craving Pakistani/Indian fusion street food. Highly recommend!
Skeeb Khan
Aug 2025
“Just left there. I ordered the Chopped Chapli Sub, Tacos Mango Malai Boti and the red velvet pop....”
Just left there. I ordered the Chopped Chapli Sub, Tacos Mango Malai Boti and the red velvet pop. The sub was supposed to be for lunch tomorrow... I ended up eating it all before I left😋 I will be back very soon!!
RIGHT TO BEAR
Aug 2025
“Niwala's desserts and drinks hit the spot tonight.”
Niwala's desserts and drinks hit the spot tonight. The funnel cake fries are a favorite for the kids. We tried the new cream sodas which were good. The cold coffee looked tempting but it was a bit late for caffeine.
Sarah S
Jul 2025
“Perfect late night spot for your late cravings ❤️ Ameer and Feroza served us really nicely.”
Perfect late night spot for your late cravings ❤️ Ameer and Feroza served us really nicely. Even changed our Mojitos when the first one's glass started leaking. 10/10 customer service.
Sara Fatima
Jul 2025
“Small menu but tasty good.”
Small menu but tasty good. Their Dahi chaat and paani puri are great. Kati rolls are good too. Chai and lassi were great too. My only complain is that they don’t carry any vegetarian option except samosa wrap.
Pranav Bhounsule
Jul 2025
“Great food! So good and flavorful and good portions. I got the one of the puri dishes and it was...”
David Nagel-Nunez
Jul 2025
“Just tried Niwaalla's street food and it was absolutely delicious.”
Just tried Niwaalla's street food and it was absolutely delicious! Every bite was packed with fresh, authentic flavors – seriously tasty stuff. 👌 The service was friendly, efficient, and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. What really stood out was the surprisingly calm and pleasant atmosphere. For street food, it felt relaxed and unhurried, perfect for enjoying the meal. Highly recommend stopping by!
Philip Joseph
Jun 2025
“Got here at 11:30pm….And it was lit.”
Got here at 11:30pm….And it was lit! The place was bustling and vibrant! The service was quick and the space was clean! I ordered the Pastrami sub and honestly it was amazing because it was HALAL!!! Had been craving a deli sub for so long, and it def hit!! Going to come back to try diff items, they all look delicious! Also shared a chaat papri and it was nice and chatpatta! Would have liked a bit more imly chatni but it was good. Tried a bite of the “Not so niwala burrito” from my sis and it was hot and gooey amazing flavours!
Ariba Hasan Mirza
Jan 2025
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