Rajun Cajun

Rajun Cajun Home style Indian and Soul food

So honored to be mentioned by Block Club Chicago as a great place to eat after visiting the Obama Presidential Center:"P...
06/16/2026

So honored to be mentioned by Block Club Chicago as a great place to eat after visiting the Obama Presidential Center:

"Pairing traditional Indian specialties with Southern comfort food dishes might not seem obvious, but this Hyde Park restaurant has been converting many a naysayer for the past 35 years.

The restaurant’s name was meant to be pronounced Raj-JAHN, as Raj is the Indian name for king. Owner Trushar Patel relaxed on its pronunciation years ago but not on the quality of the freshly prepared food.

At the cafeteria-style counter, you’ll find Indian combo meals like tandoori chicken with paratha, samosa, vegetable curry and basmati rice, as well as a la carte Indian specialties, Southern-style fried chicken and sides like collard greens for a crowd-pleasing meal."

Visit us at 1459 E. 53rd Street for lunch or dinner - Rajun Cajun is open 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

So honored to be mentioned by Block Club Chicago as a great place to eat after visiting the Obama Presidential Center:"P...
06/16/2026

So honored to be mentioned by Block Club Chicago as a great place to eat after visiting the Obama Presidential Center:

"Pairing traditional Indian specialties with Southern comfort food dishes might not seem obvious, but this Hyde Park restaurant has been converting many a naysayer for the past 35 years.

The restaurant’s name was meant to be pronounced Raj-JAHN, as Raj is the Indian name for king. Owner Trushar Patel relaxed on its pronunciation years ago but not on the quality of the freshly prepared food.

At the cafeteria-style counter, you’ll find Indian combo meals like tandoori chicken with paratha, samosa, vegetable curry and basmati rice, as well as a la carte Indian specialties, Southern-style fried chicken and sides like collard greens for a crowd-pleasing meal."

Visit us at 1459 E. 53rd Street for lunch or dinner - Rajun Cajun is open 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

https://www.rajuncajunhp.com/

Another great review from a happy customer! We especially love knowing our food is a "warm hug" on a rough day - makes s...
05/08/2026

Another great review from a happy customer! We especially love knowing our food is a "warm hug" on a rough day - makes sense since everything is made in-house each day - nothing from a can or premade. We look forward to serving you, too! Visit Rajun Cajun at 1459 E. 53rd Street for lunch or dinner. Open Monday-Saturday from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

https://www.rajuncajunhp.com/

Thanks for the amazing review, Isaiah! We love our customers and can't wait to see you soon! Visit Rajun Cajun at 1459 E...
05/06/2026

Thanks for the amazing review, Isaiah! We love our customers and can't wait to see you soon! Visit Rajun Cajun at 1459 E. 53rd Street. Open Monday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
https://www.rajuncajunhp.com/

Longtime local customer Kelli shares her favorite Rajun Cajun order!When's the last time you were in? Visit us at 1459 E...
02/04/2026

Longtime local customer Kelli shares her favorite Rajun Cajun order!

When's the last time you were in? Visit us at 1459 E. 53rd Street and check out the menu at https://www.rajuncajunhp.com/

Rajun Cajun is celebrating its 33rd Anniversary in Hyde Park!In honor of this big event, enjoy 20% off your order from M...
12/09/2025

Rajun Cajun is celebrating its 33rd Anniversary in Hyde Park!

In honor of this big event, enjoy 20% off your order from Monday, December 8, through Sunday, December 14 - dine in or pick up orders only.

We're located at 1459 E. 53rd Street - come on by!

https://www.rajuncajunhp.com/

Happy Diwali to all customers.
10/20/2025

Happy Diwali to all customers.

DID YOU KNOW... Paneer, the key ingredient of Mutter Paneer, has a long history in Indian cuisine. It's believed to have...
05/02/2025

DID YOU KNOW... Paneer, the key ingredient of Mutter Paneer, has a long history in Indian cuisine. It's believed to have been introduced to the Indian subcontinent by Persian and Afghan travelers in the 16th century. Paneer is a staple ingredient in many Indian dishes, including Saag Paneer, Palak Paneer, Paneer Tikka Masala, and Mutter Paneer.

Try Rajun Cajun's Mutter Paneer and Saag Paneer for lunch or dinner - we're located at 1459 E. 53rd Street in Hyde Park.

https://www.rajuncajunhp.com/menus

DID YOU KNOW... Tandoor ovens—clay ovens used to cook naan, chicken, and kebabs—have been used in the Indian subcontinen...
05/01/2025

DID YOU KNOW... Tandoor ovens—clay ovens used to cook naan, chicken, and kebabs—have been used in the Indian subcontinent since at least 2,500 BCE in the Indus Valley Civilization.

At Rajun Cajun, our Tandoori Chicken is marinated in yogurt, garlic & curry spices - all meat used is halal.

Visit us for lunch or dinner at 1459 E. 53rd Street in Hyde Park, or order online.

https://www.rajuncajunhp.com/menus

DID YOU KNOW... The samosa is believed to have originated during the 10th century as a stuffed pastry, potentially calle...
04/30/2025

DID YOU KNOW... The samosa is believed to have originated during the 10th century as a stuffed pastry, potentially called "sanbusag" in Persian, and was likely introduced to India through traders and travelers during the 13th or 14th century.

Once in India, local cooks adapted the samosa to regional preferences, using local ingredients and incorporating spices. This led to the development of various fillings and flavors, including the popular potato and peas filling. The samosa has become a staple street food and a beloved snack in homes and restaurants.

At Rajun Cajun we make our samosas by hand every day! Come by for lunch or dinner at 1459 E. 53rd Street in Hyde Park.

https://www.rajuncajunhp.com/

Address

1459 E 53rd Street, Ste 5
Chicago, IL
60615

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 8pm
Tuesday 11am - 8pm
Wednesday 11am - 8pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 8pm

Telephone

+17739551145

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