Karavan Des Plaines
851 W Oakton, Des Plaines, IL
Featured Items

Boso Lagman
Tender lamb and garden vegetables simmered with artisanal hand-pulled noodles in a savory soy glaze.$17.95
Lamb Kuurdak
A classic Central Asian dish of skillet-roasted potatoes, onions, and tender lamb cubes, garnished with fresh herbs for a burst of flavor.$15.95+
Manty
Hand-crafted dumplings with delicate, silky wrappers. Choose between savory beef with aromatic onions or sweet roasted pumpkin filling. Served with our signature priprava sauce.$19.95
Main Menu
Soups

Shorpo
Tender Lamb, aromatic herbs, potato and soft, hand-cut noodle dough.$13.95
Pelmeni soup
Rich broth with filled dumplings with beef.$13.95
Lentil Soup
A delightful blend of tender lentils, traditional spices, and savory herbs simmered to perfection.$6.95+Okroshka
$10.95
Tom Yum soup
Thai hot and sour soup with shrimp mushrooms and aromatic herbs. Served with steamed rice$13.95
Solyanka
$8.95+
Borscht
A delicious & hearty Ukrainian beet soup, with a fresh variety of vegetables, served with sour cream.$6.95+
Salads

Eggplant salad
Juicy inside, crispy outside eggplant sautéed in soy, sweet &sour sauce. Served warm$10.95
Kitai Salad
Tender beef salad with bell peppers, cucumber, onions - mixed in soy sauce with spices$12.95Fresh salad
$7.95
Achichuk
Traditional Uzbek salad made with juicy tomatoes and crispy onions, dressed with fragrant vegetable oil and fresh herbs. A perfect light accompaniment to Plov and other hot dishes.$6.95
Greek Salad
$10.95
Caesar Salad
$10.95
Korean Carrot Salad
$7.95
Appetizers
Traditional Favorites

Dapanji
Spicy chicken thighs, bell pepper, potatoes, soy sauce. Served with homemade noodles$16.95
Plov Lamb
Plov - a majestic crown of Central Asian cuisine: aromatic rice slowly simmered in a traditional cast-iron kazan, layered with tender meat and golden carrots. A centuries-old recipe prepared with pride.$14.95+Plov no meat
Plov - a majestic crown of Central Asian cuisine: aromatic rice slowly simmered in a traditional cast-iron kazan, layered golden carrots. A centuries-old recipe prepared with pride.$7.95+Golden Fried Trout
$28.95
Beshbarmak
This traditional Kyrgyz dish features tender boiled beef and lamb, served over hand-rolled noodles and topped with a flavorful onion sauce.$21.95
Ashlyan-Fu
$11.95
Gan Fan
$16.95Shawarma
Lavash wrap with vegetables, white tartar sauce with two options of protein: in-house smoked beef/Grilled chicken$12.95Braised Lamb Shank
$37.95
Kuksi
$12.95
Guro Lagman
Tender lamb and garden vegetables simmered with artisanal hand-pulled noodles in a savory soy glaze.$17.95
Boso Lagman
Tender lamb and garden vegetables simmered with artisanal hand-pulled noodles in a savory soy glaze.$17.95
Oromo
$15.95
Lamb Kuurdak
A classic Central Asian dish of skillet-roasted potatoes, onions, and tender lamb cubes, garnished with fresh herbs for a burst of flavor.$15.95+
Manty
Hand-crafted dumplings with delicate, silky wrappers. Choose between savory beef with aromatic onions or sweet roasted pumpkin filling. Served with our signature priprava sauce.$19.95
Manty by piece
$4.95Crispy Lamb Ribs
$22.95
Mangal

Nomad Skewer Chicken
The Juicy Nomad Chicken Skewer brings authentic flavors for true lovers of nomadic cuisine, featuring tender, marinated chicken grilled to perfection. Served with your choice of side.$15.95
Lamb Chops Shashlik
The Juicy Nomad Lamb Chop Skewer presents succulent, marinated lamb chops grilled to perfection, capturing the essence of traditional nomadic cuisine. Served with your choice of side.$22.95
Nomad Skewer Lamb
The Juicy Nomad Lamb Skewer features succulent, marinated lamb cubes grilled to perfection, delivering authentic flavors for true enthusiasts of nomadic cuisine. Served with your choice of side.$17.95
Nomad Skewer Beef
The Juicy Nomad Beef Skewer offers rich, authentic flavors for lovers of nomadic cuisine, featuring tender, marinated beef grilled to perfection. Served with your choice of side.$18.95
Lula Plate
The Juicy Nomad Lula Kebab Skewer showcases seasoned, tender lula kebabs grilled to perfection, offering authentic flavors for fans of traditional nomadic cuisine. Served with your choice of side.$15.95
Grilled Veggies on Skewer
$10.95
Sides
Roasted potatoes
$4.00Homemade mashed potato
Creamy homemade mashed potatoes, whipped to perfection.$4.00French Fries
Crispy golden French fries, perfectly seasoned for a satisfying crunch.$4.00Steamed Rice
Fluffy steamed rice, delicately cooked to perfection for a light and aromatic side dish.$4.00Chuchuk Extra
$6.00Wok-fried vegetables
$6.00Hand pulled noodles
Tender hand-pulled noodles, expertly crafted for a delightful texture and rich flavor.$6.00
Party Plates

Assorted Mix
A culinary feast that transports you to the heart of nomadic traditions, featuring tender beef cubes, succulent lamb cubes, juicy chicken thighs, and flavorful lula kebabs. Accompanied by a fresh salad and warm kalama bread, this dish promises a delightful and satisfying experience.$199.95
Tashkent plov
Plov, a legendary national rice dish, is expertly cooked in a traditional cast-iron kazan, delivering rich flavors and authentic textures. Perfectly portioned to serve 4-5 people, it's a delightful centerpiece for any gathering.$97.95
Nomad Combo
$58.95Karavan Plate
$249.95
Assorted Festive Skewers
Enjoy a variety of skewers: Lamb chops, Napoleon, Oromo skewer, juicy Lula kebab,Chicken thighs, as well as Beef and Lamb cubes. A vegetarian option includes a vegetable skewer. Served with soft kalama bread, priprava sauce, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.$110.95
Desserts
Kids Menu
Chef's Specials
Drinks
Coffee

Cappuccino
$4.00+
Flat White
$4.00+
Soft Latte
$4.00+Latte Strawberry
$4.00+Latte Biscoff
$4.00+Latte Pistachio
$4.00+Latte Tiramisu
$4.00+
Raf Vanilla
$4.00+
Raf Pistachio
$4.00+Raf Hazelnut
$4.00+Raf Halva
$4.00+Raf Tiramisu
$4.00+Espresso
$3.00Doppio
$4.00Americano
$3.00+Turkish Coffee
$5.00Pomegranate Americano
$5.00Citrus Americano
$5.00
Iced Americano
$5.00Iced Latte
$6.00
Iced Cappuccino
$6.00
Espresso Tonic
$5.00Iced Pomegranate Americano
$5.00Iced Citrus Americano
$6.00
Tea
Peach Lux
$12.00Mango Citrus
$12.00Grow Grapefruit
$12.00Wildberry Garden
$12.00Tashkent Tea
$12.00Apple & Cinnamon Tea
$12.00Moroccan Spice
$14.00Masala Royale
$14.00
Matcha
$6.00Matcha Aloe Mango
$7.00Matcha Mango
$7.00Matcha Strawberry
$7.00Matcha Pineapple
$7.00Taro
$7.00Green Tea
$4.00Earl Tea
$4.00Turkish Tea
$4.00Oolong Tea
$4.00Romashka
$4.00Milk
$0.80Honey
$1.25Lemon Slices
$0.80Ginger Slices
$0.80Syrups
$0.80Mint
$0.80Cinnamon
$1.25Carnation
$0.80
Signature Lemonades
Specialty Drinks
Soda

Greek Salad
$10.95
Request advisory
We'll do our best to accommodate special requests but may not be able to honor all substitutes. Extra charges may apply.
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