Inspired Indian Co.

06/02/2026

Our sourdough bread supplier can’t ship for the next month.

For most restaurants, that’s a swap-the-bread problem. For Inspired Indian, it’s bigger. Our entire sandwich menu relies on one specific brand. I tested a lot of bread before we opened. Only one made the cut.

Here’s the bigger picture. Seven months after we opened, Eater Chicago named us to their Evanston’s Best Restaurants list. The bread was just a small part of that. The real work is in the spice blends, the sauces, the flavors we layer into each sandwich.

So I’m not waiting this out. I’ve been developing some new menu directions, and this is the push I needed.

Not ready to share details yet — but stay tuned. 👀 - Kalpana

05/02/2026

04/28/2026

This week’s H/eat at Home menu is available for preorder until midnight Tuesday. This week’s rotating dishes
include Butter Chicken - tender chicken in a creamy tomato sauce,
Paneer Tikka - roasted paneer, green pepper and red onion,
Chana Masala - chickpeas simmered in a tangy, spiced gravy,
Dal Fry - yellow lentils with sautéed tomato and onion, and
Cumin Turmeric Potato - golden potatoes with toasted cumin. Order here: https://www.inspiredindiancooking.com/heat-at-home

04/18/2026

IYKYK.

04/17/2026

Kalpana’s been busy in the kitchen. Stay tuned.

03/14/2026

Dinner next week? We’ve got you covered. 🍛

Our H/eat at Home menu for 3/18 is packed with comforting favorites:
✨ Nut-free Mughlai Chicken Korma
🔥 Saucy Indo-Chinese Chili Paneer
🥣 Tangy Maharashtrian-style Ragda
🌿 Masoor Dal with cumin-garlic tadka
🥔 Roasted Jeera Aloo

Everything is made fresh in our kitchen and ready to heat and enjoy at home.

Pre-orders close Monday at midnight for Wednesday pickup/delivery

👉 Tap here for full menu descriptions and to order: https://inspiredindiancooking.com/pages/h-eat-at-home

03/09/2026

Travel across India without leaving your kitchen. This week’s menu moves from the coconut-rich coastal flavors of Karnataka with our fragrant Mangalorean Chicken, to the luxurious Mughlai kitchens of North India with our creamy Shahi Paneer. Along the way, you’ll find comforting classics like Kala Chana, Yellow Moong Dal, and Saag Aloo, plus fresh sides including Cabbage Slaw, Pickled Red Onions, cooling Raita, fluffy Basmati Rice, and soft Roti.
Mix, match, and build your perfect midweek Indian feast at home.
Click “H/eat at Home” link in profile to order. Pre-orders close at midnight tonight for pickup/delivery on Wednesday 4:30 - 6:30pm from 914 Noyes Street, Evanston, IL.

02/28/2026

With temperatures hovering in the 20s and snow in the forecast, this is exactly the time to let dinner take care of itself.
This week’s H/eat at Home dishes are ready to reheat and bring a little color and warmth to a grey Evanston - no coat required 🙂.
Pre-orders close on Monday 3/2 at midnight for Wednesday, 3/4 pickup/delivery.
Click here to view menu descriptions and order: https://inspiredindiancooking.com/pages/h-eat-at-home

02/21/2026

This week’s menu is live and ready to order. Deadline is Monday 2/23 at midnight for Wednesday, 2/25 pickup/delivery. Click here to order: https://inspiredindiancooking.com/pages/h-eat-at-home

Chicken Vindaloo, Paneer Tikka Masala (Vegetarian)

DAL, BEANS, VEGETABLES Chole Saag (Vegan), Green Moong Dal (Vegan), Mixed Vegetable Coconut Curry (Vegan)

SIDES Spiced Basmati Rice (Vegan), Raita (Vegetarian), Cabbage Slaw (Vegan), Pickled Red Onions (Vegan), Rotis (Vegetarian)

DESSERT & DRINKS, Mango Lassi (Vegetarian), Kheer - Rice Pudding (Vegetarian)

02/14/2026

We’re very grateful to the Evanston RoundTable for their support!

Kalpana Waikar's Inspired Indian Cooking has been offering fabulous vegetarian sandwiches, desserts and beverages since it opened at 914 Noyes St. in

02/14/2026

Next week's H/eat at Home menu is available!

HOW TO ORDER
- Click https://order.toasttab.com/online/inspired-indian-cooking-evanston-914-noyes-street
- Select "Pickup" or "Delivery"
- Choose Wednesday, 2/18 and any time between 4pm - 6:45pm
- The H/eat at Home menu appears
- Add items to cart and complete your order

WHAT'S AVAILABLE
- This week only: Punjabi Chicken Curry, Kadhai Paneer, Aloo Gobi, and Dal Tadka (all of these freeze well in case you'd like to stock up :)
- Discounted bundles
- Sides and desserts including Basmati rice, roti, raita, and more

PICKUP/DELIVERY:
- Pickup: 914 Noyes Street
- Delivery: 6-mile radius
- Wednesday, 2/18, 4-6:45 pm only

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02/09/2026

This week’s H/eat at Home menu is live! Here’s how to order:
1. Go to https://order.toasttab.com/online/inspired-indian-cooking-evanston-914-noyes-street
2. Select Pickup or Delivery
3. Choose Tuesday, 2/10 and any time between 4-7 PM
4. The H/eat at Home menu will appear!
5. Add items to cart and complete your order
Small batch, ordering window closes on Monday at 5pm or until we sell out!
Available à la carte or as discounted bundles.