Hema’s Kitchen
2411 N. Clark Street, Chicago IL 60614-2717; Phone 773-529-1705
Date of Review: March, 2007
Located on Clark Street right off of Fullerton in the midst of a bevy of different types of restaurants, Hema’s is an excellent option for a good Indian meal. I have eaten here on many occasions and have never left unsatisfied and have always left full.
The atmosphere is basic, but has a nice feel as there is some nice décor, pictures and dim lighting. The restaurant is relatively small with anywhere from 12-15 tables. This is a pleasant place to enjoy a meal.
Whether you opt for the lamb or vegetarian version, I highly recommend the samosas as an appetizer. The pastry crust is scrumptious as is the filling inside. The menu has a nice variety of vegetarian, seafood, lamb and chicken entrees. The menu is pretty extensive but you can’t go wrong with a Gosht, Vindaloo, Masala or Korma entrée. I also highly recommend the Nan and Onion Paratha as no Indian meal is complete without some wonderful Indian bread. Remember to order some rice to go with your entrées (as it is not included) and I give a ‘thumbs up’ to the complimentary yogurt salad which is a nice complement to most entrees. This is a BYOB restaurant.
The prices at Hema’s are fair. Most entrees are in the $10-12 range. The portions are decent size but you will definitely walk away full after you add the rice, sauces and bread into the mix. Two people would leave full after ordering 2 entrees and an order of bread and rice for $35 including tax and tip.
The bathroom is basic and clean and accommodates 1 person. Overall, I was impressed with the cleanliness of this restaurant.
There is another Hema’s Kitchen on 6406 N. Oakley near Devon Street.
