A reimagining of the classic galauti (a soft kebab from Lucknow), Sarkar substitutes foie gras and chicken liver for lamb, creating a luxurious, rich version of the traditional street food. The spices remain true to the original — warming cumin, coriander, and subtle heat — but the premium proteins elevate it to fine dining. Reviewers note this dish exemplifies Indienne's approach: Indian tradition with European ingredients.
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This course arrives early in the tasting menu — it sets the tone for how Sarkar reinterprets Indian food.
A traditional South Indian preparation reimagined with premium lobster. The moilee is a coconut-based curry with turmeric, cumin, and green chilies — the broth is fragrant and balanced, neither too sweet nor too spicy. The lobster meat is tender and sweet, absorbing the spices without overwhelming its own flavor. This course is praised as one of Indienne's best.
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One of the standout courses — the balance of lobster sweetness and coconut spice is remarkable.
A show-stopping course where lamb is marinated in a paste made from hemp seeds and pine nuts, grilled on a personal-sized tabletop brass grill right in front of you. The hemp and pine create an herbaceous, nutty crust, while the interior stays tender and pink. The theatrical presentation — grilling at your table — makes this memorable.
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The tabletop grilling is interactive and impressive — this is a course that makes you feel the chef's presence.
One of Indian cuisine's most complex rice dishes — bisi bele bath traditionally has rice, lentils, vegetables, and spices that cook together to create a harmonious whole. Indienne's version is plated elegantly and topped with lobster for protein. The 30+ ingredients build layers of flavor that reveal themselves with each bite.
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This is the technical showcase of the menu — the kitchen's skill at balancing 30+ ingredients shines here.
A delicate reimagining of the traditional Gujarati steamed cake. The dhokla is light and airy, with a subtle fermented flavor from the lentil-and-yogurt base. It's topped with premium Golden Osetra caviar, which provides briny pops of umami. This course bridges Indian and European haute cuisine aesthetics.
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This pairing of traditional dhokla and caviar sounds odd but works — trust Sarkar's vision.
Indienne, opened by Chef Sujan Sarkar, is a fine dining restaurant where Indian cuisine meets French culinary precision. Sarkar trained in London's most intense Michelin-starred kitchens before bringing his vision to Chicago. The restaurant offers multiple tasting menus (vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, omnivore) ranging from $80-$90, with optional wine pairings. It earned its first Michelin star in 2023 and has retained it since.
Reservations are required and book through Tock. The restaurant is small and tasting-menu only, so plan ahead.
Multiple tasting menu options are available: vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, and omnivore. Mention dietary needs when booking.
The $60 wine pairing is thoughtfully curated for the menu — recommended for full experience.
Arrive 15 minutes early to orient yourself to the space — it's intimate and the kitchen is visible from your seat.
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