"Let’s be clear – this isn’t a fancy restaurant with a romantic atmosphere, but what they offer is fresh, flavorful food with exceptional quality and spice levels. When I first dined here about eight months ago, I almost drove away, but thankfully I stayed. I discovered a spot where the focus is solely on the food, rather than the restaurant's décor. During that first visit, we tried their naan, chicken biryani, beef kofta, and beef kebabs, and I can honestly say it was a delightful experience from the very first bite to the last.
Since moving to Southern Illinois, we've explored Devon Street in Chicago, dining at places like Usmania, Sabri Nehari, and Tahoora, but I've never tasted food as amazing as what we enjoy at Baba's restaurant. On our most recent visit yesterday, we sampled goat paya, haleem with goat meat, naan, and more chicken biryani, and everything was simply out of this world. The taste is consistently fantastic, and the staff is always friendly.
We usually go there to pick up meat since it also operates as a grocery store, but we always end up dining in. If you’re looking for a spot to enjoy Indian/Pakistani cuisine, this is it. They’ve even set up tables and chairs in a separate room to create a nicer atmosphere, but honestly, I’ll take great food over a beautifully decorated place any day. If you’re ever in St. Louis, you must stop by and try their food. They’re also planning to start a buffet and offer halwa/puri breakfast on weekends."
