Niwaala Street Food – Halal in Lombard

The food was ok! Wouldn't go again.

Niwaala Street Food is such a gem! The prices are very reasonable, the service is quick and friendly, and there's plenty of parking right outside which makes it super convenient. We tried a variety of dishes and everything was delicious! The tacos were a standout--Mango Malai was creamy, flavorful, and unique, while the Spicy Beef had the perfect kick. The Niwaala Special Burrito was packed with flavor and a must-try. We also got Masala Fries and Chicken Poppers, both of which were great for sharing and full of taste. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to whenever I'm craving Pakistani/Indian fusion street food. Highly recommend!

"Niwala: Where Big Flavors fuse in Small Bites" It was one of those evenings and regular food too boring. this new place called Niwala? Means small bites. But some Fusion stuff." As you know i am on diet the kind that let you try everything without the food coma. We headed out, not knowing we were about to stumble into a culinary delight Niwala sits on a quiet strip at the end with ample room for big parking lot and a good outdoor patio where all warm lighting, wooden textures, and a little open you can see the sky. The air smelled faintly of grilled spices and something sweet, and the soft desi jazz playing in the background made it feel like a hug in restaurant form. A cheerful server greeted us with a menu that full of various dishes but each dish had a playful twist. The concept was clear: global flavors, desi soul, and all in small, shareable portions. We kicked things off with the Tandoori Shawarma -- juicy, spice-rubbed chicken wrapped in a warm mini pita, drizzled with a creamy garlic mayo sauce. It was smoky, tangy, and gone in seconds after the glorious bites. Then came the Mango Malai Boti Taco. If summer had a flavor, this was it. Think tender chunks of malai boti tucked into a soft taco shell, topped with a bright mango-chili that hit sweet, spicy, and tangy notes all at once. It was the kind of bite you close your eyes for. In the spirit of street food rebellion, we ordered the Pani Puri Flight -- 7 to 8 puris perched like little soldiers, with flavored waters served in should be glasses: classic mint tamarind and even a firey chili sauce with surprising twist. It was interactive, dramatic, and refreshingly fun -- like a food festival on a platter. For dessert, we couldn't decide... so we didn't. First came the Fusion Mango Faluda -- layers of faluda , mango jelly chunks, basil seeds, and a mango mousse/ice cream topping. It was familiar, but luxurious. Sweet, but balanced. Every sip told us a story. But it was the Chai Tres Leches that stole the night. A soft sponge soaked in masala chai-infused milk, topped with cardamom whipped cream One bite and we all went silent. What truly tied everything together, though, was the vibe. The staff moved around with the ease of people who love what they do. They didn't hover, And the entire place had this quiet confidence -- like it knew it was so special. Niwala may mean "small bite", but nothing about it felt small. Not the flavors, not the creativity, and definitely not the experience. We left with full hearts, satisfied bellies, and that rare feeling of having discovered something worth talking about. Ambience:- 9.5/10 Variety of options:- 9.4/10 Value for Money:- 9.5/10 Hospitality:- 9.7/10 Over all:- 9.7/10

Love this place! Great flavors and refreshing new takes on everyday food. I always get their braised beef slider and this time we tried the mango malai boti tacos, crispy chicken bites and the aloo samosas. The tacos were really good but not enough mango flavor for me, the aloo samosas were good too. But the crispy chicken bites were burned so didn't taste right. The braised beef slider this time around was really really salty, and that's coming from someone who eats a lot of salt with their food. Otherwise, the bun for the slider and the naan for the tacos was really fresh and soft. For dessert, we tried the mango Falooda and that was very refreshing too. Will come back and try more.