Karavan Restaurant Menu

Welcome to Karavan Restaurant, a culinary gem nestled in Des Plaines, IL, where you can embark on a delightful journey through Central Asian cuisine. At Karavan, every dish is a testament to quality and authenticity, showcasing vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients that transport you to another world.

  • Warm Atmosphere: The cozy and elegantly designed interior sets the perfect backdrop for an enjoyable meal.
  • Attentive Service: Guests rave about the friendly and welcoming staff who make you feel like a valued part of the family.
  • Mouthwatering Dishes: Popular favorites include the eggplant salad, samsy with chicken, and succulent nomad skewers, all crafted with care and presented beautifully.

Each visit promises a unique experience, perfect for family outings or casual dining. Come, savor the flavors, and create unforgettable memories at Karavan Restaurant.

Soups

Borscht

A delicious & hearty Ukrainian beet soup with a variety of vegetables, served with sour cream.

US$7.50

Pelmeni Soup

Flavorful, aromatic and savory soup combining the rich broth with filling dumplings.

US$13.00

Tom Yum Soup

Thai hot and sour soup with shrimp mushrooms and aromatic herbs. Served with steamed rice

US$13.00

Lentil Soup

A delightful blend of tender lentils, traditional spices, and savory herbs simmered to perfection.

US$7.50

Ashlyam Fu

National cold vegetarian soup mixed with hand-pulled and starch noodles. Consists of vinegar and spicy sauce, tomato, cucumber, chives, eggs.

US$12.00

Gulchatai Shorpo

A hearty soup that symbolizes the warmth and richness of Kyrgyz cuisine.

US$13.00

Asian Salad

Tender beef salad with bell peppers, cucumber, onions - mixed in soy sauce with spices

US$14.00

Choban Salad

Tomato, cucumber, dill, mix salad, dressed with olive oil. Garnished with green onion.

US$10.00

Healthy Salad

Delicious beet, carrot, green apple, cabbage salad, dressed with olive oil lemon juice

US$9.00

Eggplant Salad

Juicy inside, crispy outside eggplant sauteed in soy, sweet &sour sause. Served warm

US$10.00

Salads

Appetizers

Kattama

Thin puff pastry, embodying tenderness and lightness in every layer. With your choice of filling: classic variety or with cheese.

US$9.00

Boorsok

Deep-fried dough pillows, golden and irresistibly crunchy, delightful.

US$6.50

Khachapuri Imeruli

Traditional Georgian homemade pastry with cheese.

US$15.00

Alat Samsy

Savory handmade baked pastry with your choice of filling: beef or chicken with cheese

US$7.25

Bread

A traditional handmade bread with a rich history. A versatile base for delicious and savory dishes.

US$3.00

Pumpkin Manty

Delicate handmade dumplings stuffed with pumpkin and onions. Served with priprava

US$17.00

Plov Lamb

Plov - legendary national rice dish cooked in a traditional cast-iron kazan.

US$20.00

Beshbarmak

Traditional Kyrgyz dish of boiled beef and lamb, served over hand-rolled noodles with a savory onion sauce.

US$20.00

Guro Lagman

Beef and vegetable stew pan seared with hand pulled noodles with soy sauce.

US$19.00

Boso Lagman

Beef and vegetable stew pan seared with hand pulled noodles with soy sauce.

US$19.00

Oromo vegetarian

Oromo is a traditional Kyrgyz dish that is a rolled dough with filling

US$15.00

Jarkoe in a Pot

Slow-cooked mix of tender meat and vegetables, infused with rich flavors, served a traditional pot for an authentic touch

US$17.00

Plov no meat

Plov - legendary national rice dish cooked in a traditional cast-iron kazan.

US$13.00

Oromo with Beef

Oromo is a traditional Kyrgyz dish that is a rolled dough with beef and vegetable filling.

US$17.00

Manty beef

Delicate handmade dumplings stuffed with beef and onions. Served with priprava

US$19.00

Lamb Kuurdak

Central Asian dish garnished with fresh herbs, cooked with skillet roasted potatoes, onions, lamb cubes.

US$24.00

Traditional Favorites

Mangal

Chicken Thighs

US$15.00

Nomad Skewer Beef

US$18.00

Nomad Skewer Lamb

US$17.00

Lula Plate

US$15.00

Lamb Chops

US$22.00

Roasted Potatoes

US$5.00

Homemade Mashed Potatoes

US$6.00

French Fries

US$6.00

Steamed Rice

US$6.00

Wok Fried Vegetables

US$6.50

Sides

Party Plates

Assorted Skewers

Feast of taste that transports to a world of nomadic culinary delight. beef cubes, lamb cubes, chicken thighs adn lula kebabs delightfully accompanied with fresh salad and kalama bread on the side.

US$86.00

Tashkent Plov

Plov - legendary national rice dish cooked in a traditional cast-iron kazan. Served 4-5 people.

US$97.00

Honey Cake

US$7.00

Vanilla Ice Cream

US$6.00

Panna Cotta

US$7.00

Desserts

Kids' Menu

Chicken Soup

US$7.00

Chicken Nuggets

US$10.00

Chicken Lula

US$14.00

French Fries

US$6.00

Mozzarella Sticks

US$10.00

Fried Pelmeni

US$13.00

Cheese Pasta

US$7.00

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

US$6.00

Combo Platter

US$21.00

Cheesecake Slice

US$8.00

Strawberry Milkshake

US$12.00

Chocolate Milkshake

US$12.00

Apple Juice

US$3.00

Chocolate Milk

US$4.00

Porridge w Rice

A comforting and creamy rice porridge, cooked to perfection.

US$5.50

Porridge w Oatmeal

A warm and creamy oatmeal porridge made from slow-cooked whole oats.

US$5.50

Porridge w buckwheat

Traditional buckwheat porridge, rich in nutrients and full of flavor.

US$5.50

Sandwich w Chicken

A delicious and hearty sandwich with a fresh, flavorful combination of chicken, egg, tomatoes, and cucumbers.

US$12.99

Omega-3 Bowl

A nutrient-packed salad rich in omega-3. A wholesome mix of arugula, avocado, feta cheese, smoked salmon, quinoa, and green olives.

US$15.99

Omelet w Cheese

A fluffy omelet filled with rich, melted cheese.

US$11.99

Omelet w Veggies

A light and healthy omelet loaded with fresh, sauteed vegetables.

US$11.99

Omelet w Sausage

A hearty omelet packed with savory sausage

US$13.99

Crepes w Cottage Cheese

Thin crepes filled with creamy Farmer’s cheese, perfect for a light meal.

US$11.99

Crepes w Beef

Savory crepes stuffed with tender, seasoned beef.

US$12.99

Crepes plain

Delicate, thin crepes served warm with a soft, buttery texture.

US$5.99

Syrniki

Traditional fluffy cottage cheese pancakes, golden and tender.

US$11.99

Oladushki

Fluffy, golden pancakes with a soft center and a crispy exterior.

US$10.99

Waffles w cottage cheese

Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these waffles are filled with creamy cottage cheese.

US$10.99

Belgian Waffles

Light, crispy, and golden waffles with deep pockets. A classic breakfast or dessert treat, airy on the inside and crispy on the outside.

US$9.99

Coffee

US$3.00

Ginger Tea pot

US$7.00

Orange Juice

US$4.00

Apple Juice

US$3.00

Kompot

US$3.50

Mash Soup

Combines delicate flavors of beans with herbal notes of cilantro, garlic, and cumin

US$11.50

Khash Soup

Slowly simmered dish made from beef garlic, and aromatic spices.

US$11.50

Salmon Avocado Sandwich

A nutrient-packed sandwich with salmon, avocado, egg on a sourdough bread.

US$14.50

Shakshuka

Eggs in a spiced tomato and bell pepper sauce with garlic, onions, cumin, paprika.

US$11.50

Skillet Potatoes with Eggs

Crispy potatoes sauteed with onions, garlic, herbs along with halal beef sausage topped with eggs.

US$11.50

Cinnamon Tea Pot

US$11.50

Breakfast Menu

Breakfast Combo

Light Start

Consists of one Porridge of your choice, one crepes/griddle favorites of your choice, and a drink. You get the combo of 19.59 value for just 15.49

US$15.49

Protein-packed

Consists of one Omelet of your choice, one griddle favorite of your choice, and a drink. You get the combo of 26.49 value for just 22

US$22.00

Quick Boost

Consists of Sandwich with chicken, one crepes/griddle favorites of your choice, and a drink. You get the combo of 27.08 value for just 23

US$23.00

Healthy Bowl

Consists of an Omega-3 Bowl, one crepes/griddle favorites of your choice, and a drink. You get the combo of 30.08 value for just 26

US$26.00

Classic Slavic

Consists of Crepes with beef or cottage cheese filling, one griddle favorite of your choice, and a drink. You get the combo of 26.58 value for just 22.50

US$22.50

National Flavor

Mash Soup or Khash soup as Entree. with a choice of Belgian Waffles with tvorog, Classic blinchiki or Syrniki & with a choice of Drink

US$22.00

Shakshuka Combo

Shakshuka or Skillet Potatoes with Eggs as an Entree with a choice of Belgian Waffles with tvorog, Classic blinchiki or Syrniki & with a choice of Drink

US$20.00

Salmon & Avocado Delight

Salmon Avocado Sandwich with a choice of Belgian Waffles with tvorog, Classic blinchiki or Syrniki & with a choice of Drink

US$25.00