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Basant Modern Indian

4.8 (553)
$31 to $50
Indian
1939 W Byron St, Chicago, IL 60613

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A photo of Basant Modern Indian restaurant

Basant Modern Indian

4.8
$31 to $50
Indian
North Center

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Basant showcases modern Indian cuisine by complementing the flavors and traditions of India with fresh, local ingredients and classic techniques. For Chef/Owner Jeet Singh, food is about people. Chef Jeet invites guests to share his nostalgia, love and curiosity for flavors.

Inspired by the festival of Basant, symbolizing spring and new beginnings, Basant's menu honors tradition while celebrating innovation. Guests can choose from the classics like Lamb Chops, Butter Chicken, Lamb Shank Nihari or Malai Kofta. Or, they can also sample Basant's innovative dishes including starters like Chettinad Fried Chicken, Vindaloo Pork Belly Tonkatsu and mains such as Duck Basant or Mushroom and Jackfruit Haleem.

Complimenting its menu, Basant's craft cocktail and NA options combine the familiar and nostalgic with the unexpected.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary Indian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 770-3616
  • Website
    https://www.basantchicago.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jeet Singh
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    1939 W Byron St, Chicago, IL 60613
  • Neighborhood
    North Center
  • Cross street
    Byron and Lincoln (Close to Irving Park and Lincoln)
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Brown Line (Irving Park)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Diwali Celebration at Basant!

    1 - 6 people

    Nov 4, 2026 - Nov 8, 2026
    Sun - 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM,Wed - Thu - 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM,Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM
    Celebrate the Festival of Lights at Basant! Diwali dine in specials available November 4 through November 8, along with a limited regular menu. Specials include fan-favorites and festive new dishes, including vegan, vegetarian and non-vegetarian options! On Diwali day, November 8, Basant is open for Brunch & Dinner!

    Diwali Celebration at Basant! Photo

  • Happy Hour, Best Hour!

    1 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Wed - Sat - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us for Happy Hour Bites and Drinks, Wednesday to Sunday! $10 Small Bites, $10 Signature Cocktails, $8 Wines (by the glass), $6 Beer. Happy Hour Menu available for dine in only as follows: Open Seating on Wednesday, Thursday: 5-6 pm; Sunday: 3-5 pm; Bar Seating Only on Friday, Saturday, 5-6 pm. SEE BELOW FOR HAPPY HOUR MENU: $10 Small Bites SMALL BITES $10 ========= ~Chili Chicken or Paneer Crispy marinated chicken or paneer, sauteed w/ onions & bell peppers in Hakka-inspired Indo-Chinese sauce (GF) ~Mango Habanero Chicken Wing Drums Mango, habanero, curry leaves (5 drums) (GF, DF) ~Chettinad Fried Chicken ** Breaded & fried chicken tenders in 22-ingredient marinade, kokum ~Ram Laddoo Lentil fritters, radish slaw, chili-mint & tamarind chutneys (V, GF) ~Seasoned fries Hand-cut fries (contain gluten) HARD COCKTAILS $10 ========= SHANDAAR ❄ bourbon, amaro, sherry, house-blended bitters, smoked glass, on the rocks, orange twist PUNJAB DA SHER ❄ bourbon, sweet vermouth, cherry, orange, kebab chini, on the rocks, orange half-wheel, maraschino cherry CHAI TAI dark rum, Licor 43, masala chai, pandan, orange, served up, sweet cream, grated nutmeg RUM CHUSKI ❄ dark rum, Chartreuse, pineapple, falernum, lime, fresh blackberries, on crushed ice, singed rosemary PAAN CHICAGOWALA ❄ gin, elderflower, house-blended paan mix, betel leaf, betel & other nuts, apple, lime, on the rocks HARI PARI gin, elderflower, coriander honey, lime, egg white, served up, dill LET’S GET TAMMERED mezcal, poblano liqueur, tamarind, lime, egg white, served up, Peychaud’s bitters PINK PALACE ❄ mezcal, tequila blanco, clementine, lime, stem with rocks, raspberry-salted rim GULABO ❄ vodka, sake, melon, lime, rhubarb bitters, club soda, collens with rocks KHULE-AAM ❄ house-smoked tequila reposado, mango, mandarine, ginger, saffron, agave, on the rocks, cayenne WHITE & SPARKLING WINE $8 ========= Ponzi, Pinot Gris Selbach Incline, Riesling Lorgeril O de Rose, Rose Domaine Tariquet, Chardonnay Segura Viudas, Brut Cava Tost NA Sparkling Rose* (non-alcoholic, $5.50) RED WINE $8 ========= Marietta Roman, Zinfandel Masciarelli, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Carpineto, Dogajolo Tuscano, Sangiovese/Cabernet Humo Blanco, Pinot Noir BEER $6 ========= Moody Tongue Toasted Rice Lager 5.5% Trumer Pilsner 4.9% Bell's Brewery, Two-Hearted, IPA 7% Hopewell, Ride or Die, Pale Ale 5.5% Brewer's Kitchen, Short Bird, Blond Ale 4.4% Dokkaebbier, Kimchi Sour, Sour Ale 6.6% (NA) Best Day Brewing, Hazy IPA 0.5%

    Happy Hour, Best Hour! Photo

  • Half Price Beer Thursdays!

    1 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    The weekend is almost here. Time to celebrate at Basant with half price beer (all drafts and cans; dine in only; only on Thursdays).

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Reviews

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4.8

4.8
(553)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Good for groups

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Healthy

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Indian

  • Chicago

    Good for groups

  • Chicago

    Healthy

  • Chicago

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Basant Modern Indian offers "wonderful" food, "exceptional service," and a "beautiful space." With standout dishes like lamb Rogan Josh and gluten-free options, it's a "must try" for Indian cuisine enthusiasts. Consistent quality and a warm atmosphere make it a favorite, despite minor service hiccups. Enjoy outdoor seating in summer!
553 Reviews

  1. Christopher

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food and great drinks! We’ve been searching for a restaurant like this. So glad we stumbled upon it.

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  2. Micah

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful! Everything was great. The food, service and decor were incredible. The lamb Rogan Josh was my favorite.

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  3. Melissa

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service! It’s such a please to find a great restaurant that has made the investment to reduce the noise level. We will go back!!!

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  4. Noa

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely delicious, the garlic naan is a must!!! Izzy was our waitress and she was lovely! Will be going back again!!

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  5. Andrew

    Kansas City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Great food and service! Highly recommended!

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  6. Perry Gold

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 15, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a gem! Right off of Lincoln with some of the best Indian food around. Our son requested it and it hit the spot. I am gluten free and almost the entire menu is GF (including the fried chicken). We started with the fried chicken, chicken wings and lamb sausage as apps. My wife and son said the fried chicken was the best but I was partial to the lamb sausage. My son's chicken tikka was the best sauce but my duck basant was spot on. My wife had the chicken curry which was also great. Plenty of outdoor seating for the summer. If you like Indian food, this is a must try.

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  7. Karrin Gold

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 7, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always stellar food, exceptional service, and wonderful atmosphere. Very consistent - and I am a regular. Love Basant!

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  8. BJ

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 4, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall very good food. Misswd ackfruit item in the appetizer. Ram ladoo were just ok.

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  9. Talia Gold

    Frankfurt1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time being here - we love the quality of the food and the friendliness of the staff. Highly recommend, especially if you’re looking for good Indian food.

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  10. James

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our party of four enjoyed winning appetizers and entrees, and the service by Payton was fantastic. Great all around dining experience!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary Indian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 770-3616
  • Website
    https://www.basantchicago.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jeet Singh
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    1939 W Byron St, Chicago, IL 60613
  • Neighborhood
    North Center
  • Cross street
    Byron and Lincoln (Close to Irving Park and Lincoln)
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Brown Line (Irving Park)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Sunday is a standout, guests praise Basant's Sunday special (notably chole bhature) and frequently call Sundays a favorite time to visit.

Yes, Basant Modern Indian is a lovely choice for a special evening; guests have celebrated anniversaries here and describe it as perfect for a date night.

Guests describe portions as generous and made for sharing, quantities are often called apt for family-style sharing and generally good-sized.

Yes, Basant regularly welcomes families; guests mention bringing children and staff routinely accommodating family needs, including arranging seating for larger family groups.

At Basant Modern Indian you can dine in the main dining room, grab a seat at the bar, or enjoy the outdoor patio.

Yes, Basant has a charming outdoor patio that guests enjoy in the summer months.

Basant feels stylish and warm, a beautifully designed dining room with a pretty bar and a welcoming staff, plus a patio for summer nights.

Sundays are a standout, Basant’s Sunday special menu (think chole bhature) draws fans, and guests say Sunday visits can be relaxed with a lovely patio for evening dining.

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Basant Modern Indian

4.8
$31 to $50
Indian
North Center

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
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