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    Cafe Nova - Loyola 6431 North Sheridan Road

    Open now11AM - 9PM
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    APPETIZER
    MAIN COURSE
    SIDES
    DESSERTS
    BEVERAGES

    APPETIZER

    SALADS

    • TACO SALAD

      A hearty taco salad loaded with seasoned rice, beans, cheese, fresh pico de gallo, crisp lettuce, sweet corn, flavorful salsa, and a creamy dollop of sour cream. A fresh, filling, and satisfying meal in every bite.
      $11.99
    • SPRING SALAD

      SPRING SALAD MIX MAY CONTAIN ORGANIC GREEN LEAF, ORGANIC GREEN ROMAINE, ORGANIC SPINACH, ORGANIC ARUGULA, ORGANIC RED LEAF, ORGANIC BEET TOP, ORGANIC RED ROMAINE YOU CAN ADD YOUR PREFERRED CHOICE OF PROTEIN AND SALAD DRESSING.
      $3.99

    SHORT EATS

    • CHEESE ROLLS

      Crispy golden rolls filled with paneer cheese and fresh parsley, fried until perfectly crunchy. Served with 3 pieces
      $4.99
    • FISH CUTLETS

      Crispy Sri Lankan-style fish cutlets made with seasoned fish, potatoes, onions, and aromatic spices, coated in breadcrumbs and fried until golden. Served with 3 pieces.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $6.99
    • VEG SAMOSA

      Crispy golden pastry filled with seasoned potatoes and aromatic spices, fried until perfectly crisp. Served as 3 pieces.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $4.99

    WINGS

    • BBQ WINGS 5 PCS WITH FRIES

      Four crispy chicken wings tossed in smoky BBQ sauce
      $9.99
    • HONEY WINGS 5PCS WITH FRENCH FRIES

      Four crispy chicken wings coated in a sweet honey glaze
      $9.99
    • HOT WINGS 5 PCS WITH FRENCH FRIES

      Four crispy chicken wings tossed in spicy hot sauce
      $9.99

    MAIN COURSE

    BURGERS

    • YOYO BURGER

      Chicken patty topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, cheddar or American cheese, egg, and burger sauce on a toasted bun
      $11.99
    • CHICKEN BURGER

      Seasoned chicken patty with onion, tomato, lettuce, ketchup, burger sauce, and your choice of cheddar or American cheese on a toasted bun
      $10.99

    TACOS

    • BEEF TACO

      Seasoned beef served in a corn or wheat flour tortilla with lettuce, tomato, onion, cilantro, cheese, and sour cream
      $10.99
    • CHICKEN TACO

      Julienned chicken breast served in a corn or wheat flour tortilla with lettuce, tomato, onion, cilantro, cheese, and sour cream
      $10.99

    BURRITOS

    • BEEF BURRITO

      Seasoned topside beef, rice, beans, cheese, pico de gallo, lettuce, corn, salsa, and sour cream wrapped in a warm flour tortilla
      $10.99
    • CHICKEN BURRITO

      Julienned chicken breast, rice, beans, cheese, pico de gallo, lettuce, corn, salsa, and sour cream wrapped in a warm flour tortilla
      $10.99

    QUESADILLAS

    • CHICKEN QUESADILLA

      Grilled julienned chicken, mozzarella cheese, red bell peppers, and sour cream grilled in a warm flour tortilla
      $10.99
    • BEEF QUESADILLA

      Seasoned topside beef, mozzarella cheese, red bell peppers, and sour cream grilled in a warm flour tortilla
      $10.99

    KOTHU

    • DOLPHIN KOTHU

      Sri Lankan-style flaky parotta chopped and stir-fried with your choice of chicken, beef, or cheese, egg, fresh vegetables, authentic Sri Lankan spices, and rich curry gravy
      OUT OF STOCK
      $16.99
    • CHICKEN KOTHU PAROTTA

      Chopped parotta stir-fried with seasoned chicken, egg, vegetables, and Sri Lankan spices
      $16.99
    • BEEF KOTHU PAROTTA

      Chopped parotta stir-fried with seasoned beef, egg, vegetables, and Sri Lankan spices
      $16.99
    • CHEESE KOTHU PAROTTA

      Chopped parotta stir-fried with melted cheese, egg, vegetables, and flavorful Sri Lankan spices
      $16.99
    • VEGETABLE KOTHU PAROTTA

      Flaky parotta chopped and stir-fried with fresh vegetables, onions, aromatic spices, and savory seasonings. A flavorful South Indian–Sri Lankan street-food favorite with a delicious blend of textures and spices.
      $16.99
    • STRING HOPPER KOTHU

      $17.99

    CURRIES

    • DHAAL CURRY

      A traditional Sri Lankan lentil curry made with tender yellow lentils, slow-simmered in coconut milk with fragrant spices, curry leaves, garlic, and onions for a rich, comforting flavor
      $12.99
    • SPINACH PANEER CURRY (SAAG PANEER)

      Soft cubes of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) simmered in a creamy spinach gravy, delicately seasoned with garlic, ginger, and aromatic Indian spices. Served rich, flavorful, and comforting
      $12.99
    • EGG PLANT CURRY

      Deep-fried eggplant simmered in a rich Sri Lankan-style coconut milk curry with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and traditional spices. Contains gluten. Gluten-free option available upon request. Choose your preferred spice level
      $12.99
    • EGG PLANT STIRFRY

      Traditional Sri Lankan eggplant stir fry (Moju) made with deep-fried eggplant, onions, garlic, ginger, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and aromatic spices. Contains gluten. Gluten-free option available upon request. Choose your preferred spice level
      $12.99
    • JACKFRUIT CURRY

      Tender young jackfruit simmered in a creamy Sri Lankan-style coconut milk curry with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and house-ground spices. Contains gluten. Gluten-free option available upon request. Choose your preferred spice level
      $13.99
    • CHICKEN MUSTARD CURRY

      Tender chicken cooked in a traditional Sri Lankan-style curry with mustard leaves, onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and aromatic spices. Choose your preferred spice level: Very Mild, Mild, Medium, Spicy, or Very Spicy
      $14.99
    • CHICKEN TRADITIONAL CURRY

      Tender boneless chicken thigh simmered in a traditional Sri Lankan-style curry with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, herbs, and aromatic spices. Choose your preferred spice level: Very Mild, Mild, Medium, Spicy, or Very Spicy
      $15.99
    • CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA

      Tandoor-roasted chicken breast cooked in a rich, creamy tomato masala sauce with authentic Indian spices. Contains nuts. Please inform us of any nut allergies. Choose your preferred spice level: Very Mild, Mild, Medium, Spicy, or Very Spicy
      $15.99
    • SHRIMP MASALA CURRY

      Shrimp cooked in a rich Sri Lankan-style masala curry with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and house-ground spices. Contains gluten. Gluten-free option available upon request. Choose your preferred spice level: Very Mild, Mild, Medium, Spicy, or Very Spicy
      $14.99
    • LAMB TRADITIONAL CURRY

      Tender slow-cooked lamb in a traditional Sri Lankan-style curry with onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and aromatic spices. Choose your preferred spice level: Very Mild, Mild, Medium, Spicy, or Very Spicy
      $15.99
    • BEEF CURRY

      Tender beef slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic curry with traditional Sri Lankan spices
      $14.99
    • CHANA MASALA

      $13.99

    BIRYANI

    • CHICKEN BIRIYANI

      Aromatic basmati rice layered with tender marinated chicken, fragrant spices, fresh mint, and crispy fried onions. Slow-cooked for rich, authentic flavor. Served with raita.
      $11.99
    • BEEF BIRIYANI

      Aromatic basmati rice layered with marinated vegetables, spices, mint, fried onions, and rose water, slow-cooked to perfection. Served with 2 oz raita. Serves 2
      $11.99
    • LAMB BIRIYANI

      Fragrant basmati rice layered with tender beef, slow-cooked with aromatic spices and herbs for a rich, authentic biryani experience
      $14.99
    • VEGETABLE BIRIYANI

      Generous portions of fragrant basmati rice layered with tender halal lamb, slow-cooked with aromatic spices and herbs. Perfectly crafted to serve two
      $11.99
    • SPECIAL CHICKEN BIRIYANI (SERVES 2)

      A generous portion of fragrant basmati rice layered with tender chicken, slow-cooked with aromatic spices and herbs. Perfectly crafted to serve two
      $18.99
    • SPECIAL BEEF BIRIYANI (SERVES 2)

      Fragrant basmati rice layered with marinated vegetables, aromatic spices, fresh mint, and crispy fried onions, slow-cooked for a rich and flavorful finish. Served with raita.
      $18.99
    • SPECIAL LAMB BIRIYANI (SERVES 2)

      Tender marinated beef and fragrant basmati rice layered with aromatic spices, mint, crispy fried onions, and rose water, slow-cooked to perfection. Served with 2 oz raita. Serves 2
      $18.99
    • SPECIAL VEGETABLE BIRIYANI (SERVES 2)

      Aromatic basmati rice layered with succulent marinated lamb, traditional spices, mint leaves, crispy fried onions, and rose water, slow-cooked for a rich and authentic biryani experience. Served with 2 oz of raita
      $18.99

    CHEF SPECIALS

    • ONE DAY LIFE

      Crispy tortilla chips served with fresh guacamole
      $8.99
    • LADIES FINGER AND MUSHROOM CURRY

      A flavorful curry made with tender ladies finger (okra) and mushrooms, cooked with onions, tomatoes, aromatic spices, and a rich savory curry sauce. A delicious vegetarian dish that pairs perfectly with rice, naan, or parotta.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $13.99
    • SALMON AND SPINACH WITH RICE BOWL

      $15.99
    • MUSHROOM, EGG PLANT AND LEEKS CURRY WITH RICE BOWL

      $13.99

    FRIED RICE

    • CHICKEN FRIED RICE

      Fried rice with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, egg, and savory seasonings
      $14.99
    • BEEF FRIED RICE

      Stir-fried rice with seasoned beef, fresh vegetables, egg, and savory seasonings
      $14.99
    • VEGETABLE FRIED RICE

      Stir-fried rice with fresh vegetables, egg, and savory seasonings
      $14.99

    BREADS

    • PAROTTAS - 2

      A flaky, soft, and buttery South Indian flatbread, expertly hand-layered and cooked to golden perfection. A perfect accompaniment to curries and gravies
      $4.99
    • NAAN

      Soft and fluffy traditional Indian flatbread baked in a tandoor until lightly charred and golden. Perfect with curries, kebabs, and rice dishes
      $3.49
    • 2 PAROTTAS WITH COCONUT SAMBOL

      Two flaky South Indian parottas served with freshly prepared Sri Lankan coconut sambol
      $8.99

    KEBABS

    • CHAPLI KEBAB

      A 120 g juicy minced beef patty mixed with colorful bell peppers, onions, green chilies, and fresh coriander, pan-fried to perfection and served with garlic naan.
      $10.99

    SIDES

    RICE AND BREADS

    • SIDE OF RICE

      A 12 oz serving of fragrant basmati rice, cooked until light, fluffy, and aromatic. Perfect with curries and other flavorful dishes.
      $3.99
    • PAPAD (3 PCS)

      3 PCS OF DEEP FRIED PAPAD MADE WITH SPLIT BLACK GRAM FLOUR, RICE FLOUR, SALT AND COCONUT OIL.
      $1.99

    CHUTNEYS & SAMBOLS

    • COCONUT SAMBOL

      8 OZ OF COCONUT SAMBOL
      $4.99
    • SIDE OF MINT CHUTNEY

      3 OZ OF MINT CHUTNEY MADE WITH MINT, CILANTRO, GARLIC, CHILLIES AND YOGURT.
      $1.99

    FRIES

    • MASALA FRIES

      Crispy French fries tossed in our signature house-made masala seasoning with curry leaves, served with tomato ketchup
      $4.99

    DESSERTS

    SWEETS

    • GULAB JAMNUN

      Two soft, melt-in-your-mouth milk dumplings soaked in a fragrant sweet syrup infused with cardamom. A classic Indian dessert served delightfully sweet
      $5.00

    CAKES

    • CHEESECAKE CUBES

      Three creamy cheesecake cubes in assorted flavors: New York Style, Caramel Chocolate, and Strawberry Swirl. A delicious trio, perfect for a sweet finish.
      $5.99
    • CHOCOLATE CAKE

      $5.99
    • MILK CAKE

      $5.99
    • RED VELVET CAKE

      $5.99
    • BLACK FOREST CAKE

      $5.99

    BEVERAGES

    SOFT DRINKS

    • SOFT DRINK

      Refreshing fountain soft drinks available in a variety of flavors.
      $1.99

    MILK SHAKES

    • AVACADO SHAKE

      $6.99

    HOT BEVERAGES

    • MASALA CHAI (TEA)

      Traditional Indian milk tea brewed with black tea, milk, and aromatic spices for a warm, rich, and comforting flavor.
      $2.99
    • SRI LANKAN COFFEE

      Bold and aromatic Sri Lankan-style black coffee, freshly brewed for a rich, smooth, and satisfying flavor
      $2.99
    • CARDAMOM TEA

      A warm and aromatic tea infused with fragrant cardamom, offering a smooth, comforting flavor with a naturally spiced aroma.
      $3.59
    • KADAK TEA

      A strong and flavorful Indian-style tea brewed with black tea, milk, and aromatic spices for a rich, bold, and comforting taste.
      $2.99
    • SRI LANKAN COFFEE POT

      $6.99

    LASSI

    • MANGO LASSI

      A creamy and refreshing yogurt-based drink blended with sweet mango for a smooth, tropical flavor.
      $3.49
    • MINT LASSI

      A refreshing yogurt-based drink blended with fresh mint and aromatic cardamom for a cool, creamy flavor.
      $2.99

    MOCKTAILS

    • PASSION FRUIT MOCKTAIL

      PASSION FRUIT MOCKTAIL MADE WITH PASSION FRUIT, MINT SYRUP, LEMON, CLUB SODA, MINT LEAVES AND SPICES.
      $7.99

    WATER

    • WATER BOTTLE

      Refreshing bottled drinking water.
      $1.50

    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Monday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Tuesday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Wednesday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    Come in and enjoy!

    Location

    6431 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL 60626

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