Indian Restaurant & Spice Shop in Evanston, IL
Inspired Indian Cooking is a vegetarian Indian sandwich shop IL known for bold, flavorful lunches in Evanston, IL and Indian spice kits shipped across the U.S.
Delicious Indian Flavors, Crafted with Care
Inspired Indian Cooking is a vegetarian, Indian-woman-owned restaurant located just steps from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. Founded by Chef Kalpana Waikar, we bring freshly-made sandwiches, fillings, sauces, and spice blends to your table, whether you’re grabbing lunch nearby or cooking at home.
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Our Indian street food–inspired sandwiches feature:
- House-made vegan chutneys and aiolis
- Freshly roasted Indian spice blends
- Custom-blended Muenster and white cheddar cheese, shredded in-house daily
- Indian-spiced pickled red onions -
Our Chana Melt Sandwich
Local Recognition & Reviews
Named to Eater Chicago's Best Evanston Restaurants list in 2025, Inspired Indian Cooking is loved by locals and visitors alike.
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Cook at home with Inspired Indian spice kits!
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Spice Kits & Recipes
Bring Indian Flavors Home
Love cooking? Our Inspired Indian spice kits let you create classic Indian dishes in your kitchen. Perfect for home cooks, gifts, or meal prep.
- nationwide shipping
- pre-measured whole and ground spices
- easy 5-step recipe and shopping list
- adaptable to vegan and vegetarian diets
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Hours
Monday to Saturday
11am - 2pm -
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Contact
hello@inspiredindiancooking.com
312.535.3695