Indienne is a new fine dining Indian restaurant in Chicago’s River North neighborhood from Chef/Partner Sujan Sarkar. The name “Indienne” refers to a type of textile design that was popularized in Europe between the 17th and 19th centuries but was originally found in India. Sarkar has led kitchens throughout London, Delhi, and Bombay, before moving on to open TRESIND in Dubai, EK Bar in New Delhi, and Baar Baar in New York City. He also made his first footprint on the Chicago dining scene with the launch of ROOH before stepping down to open Indienne (he is still behind ROOH locations in San Francisco and Palo Alto).
FOOD & BEV
At Indienne, chef Sarkar is utilizing a custom-designed grill to cook fish, meat, and vegetables over the fire, as well as a traditional tandoor for breads. There are two five-course tasting menus – vegetarian ($80 per person) and non-vegetarian ($90 per person) – along with an optional wine pairing ($60 per person). By mid October, Indienne will launch a seasonal a la carte menu consisting of small plates, large plates, breads, sides, and dessert. Reservations are required for the tasting menus, but walk-ins are available for a la carte dining and bar seating.
The team at Indienne – which includes General Manager Michael Simon (Graham Elliot, Acadia, Carriage House), Wine Director Ken Fredrickson, Sommelier Tia Polite (Lettuce Entertain You), and Head Mixologist Chetan Gangan Maverick (EK Bar, Baar Baar) – developed the beverage program. For the cocktails, Maverick took inspiration from Sarkar’s world travels and pays homage to each city he’s had a presence in (Kolkata, New York, Chicago, Mumbai, etc.). There is also a rolling Gin & Tonic trolley (a nod to Sarkar’s time at London’s Whistling Shop) that offers guests their choice of style and gin. The wine program, developed by Master Sommelier Ken Fredrickson and led by Sommelier Tia Polite, offers a look into the artistry of winemakers, with by-the-bottle categories organized by periods in art history ( Renaissance, Pop Art, Minimalism, and more). By-the-glass offerings may tell the story of a particular grape variety, the winemaker’s journey, or where it came from.
Indienne offers a tea service in collaboration with Rare Tea Cellar. Designed to reinvigorate guests after their meal, an ornate tea cart will feature seasonally-rotating teas, an interactive tableside experience, and an array of accouterments.
DESIGN
The expansive 5,800 square foot restaurant was designed by Sarkar himself, with the help of his designer friend from India. The modern dining room uses a color palette that features varying shades of creams and greens. There are pastel pink banquettes, plush beige dining chairs, and white tablecloth-covered tables. Artwork depicting Holi – created by Chicago-based artist Ken Andjulis – add pops of color throughout. The space, which formerly housed Graham Elliot, includes some original building elements as well, like exposed brick and wood beams. Additional design details include huge windows, brass accents, frosted pendant lighting, antique mirrors, and a Calacatta marble bar. Indienne can seat up to 85 in the main dining room, plus 10 at the bar and 6 at high tops. There is also a 14-seat private dining room.
Indienne is located at217 West Huron Street and will be open:
Tuesday-Thursday, 5:00PM to 10:00PM
Friday-Saturday, 5:00PM to 11:00PM
Monday service will launch in the weeks following opening
Indienne is a new fine dining Indian restaurant in Chicago’s River North neighborhood from Chef/Partner Sujan Sarkar. The name “Indienne” refers to a type of textile design that was popularized in Europe between the 17th and 19th centuries but was originally found in India. Sarkar has led kitchens throughout London, Delhi, and Bombay, before moving on to open TRESIND in Dubai, EK Bar in New Delhi, and Baar Baar in New York City. He also made his first footprint on the Chicago dining scene with the launch of ROOH before stepping down to open Indienne (he is still behind ROOH locations in San Francisco and Palo Alto).
FOOD & BEV
At Indienne, chef Sarkar is utilizing a custom-designed grill to cook fish, meat, and vegetables over the fire, as well as a traditional tandoor for breads. There are two five-course tasting menus – vegetarian ($80 per person) and non-vegetarian ($90 per person) – along with an optional wine pairing ($60 per person). By mid October, Indienne will launch a seasonal a la carte menu consisting of small plates, large plates, breads, sides, and dessert. Reservations are required for the tasting menus, but walk-ins are available for a la carte dining and bar seating.
The team at Indienne – which includes General Manager Michael Simon (Graham Elliot, Acadia, Carriage House), Wine Director Ken Fredrickson, Sommelier Tia Polite (Lettuce Entertain You), and Head Mixologist Chetan Gangan Maverick (EK Bar, Baar Baar) – developed the beverage program. For the cocktails, Maverick took inspiration from Sarkar’s world travels and pays homage to each city he’s had a presence in (Kolkata, New York, Chicago, Mumbai, etc.). There is also a rolling Gin & Tonic trolley (a nod to Sarkar’s time at London’s Whistling Shop) that offers guests their choice of style and gin. The wine program, developed by Master Sommelier Ken Fredrickson and led by Sommelier Tia Polite, offers a look into the artistry of winemakers, with by-the-bottle categories organized by periods in art history ( Renaissance, Pop Art, Minimalism, and more). By-the-glass offerings may tell the story of a particular grape variety, the winemaker’s journey, or where it came from.
Indienne offers a tea service in collaboration with Rare Tea Cellar. Designed to reinvigorate guests after their meal, an ornate tea cart will feature seasonally-rotating teas, an interactive tableside experience, and an array of accouterments.
DESIGN
The expansive 5,800 square foot restaurant was designed by Sarkar himself, with the help of his designer friend from India. The modern dining room uses a color palette that features varying shades of creams and greens. There are pastel pink banquettes, plush beige dining chairs, and white tablecloth-covered tables. Artwork depicting Holi – created by Chicago-based artist Ken Andjulis – add pops of color throughout. The space, which formerly housed Graham Elliot, includes some original building elements as well, like exposed brick and wood beams. Additional design details include huge windows, brass accents, frosted pendant lighting, antique mirrors, and a Calacatta marble bar. Indienne can seat up to 85 in the main dining room, plus 10 at the bar and 6 at high tops. There is also a 14-seat private dining room.
Indienne is located at 217 West Huron Street and will be open:
Reservations can be made on Tock.
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