Viva India
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Best Indian food in Cincinnati.
My favorite Indian food in the city. Best butter chicken. Everything else is also delicious: samosa, mango lassi, shrimp dishes, everything. Only thing sometimes the requested spice level is a bit of a gamble. Some days a 2 is not enough, other days a 3 is too spicy; that would be my only feedback, to standardize the spice levels a bit more. But overall, delicious food. They're very nice and carry-out is ready on time. Highly recommend.
Visited from out of town. Have a relative who frequents this spot. Now I see why. Excellent atmosphere, very fast service, and delicious food. I had tandoori chicken (half chicken with a bowl of lentil dal, and basmati rice for the table). Perfectly tender and flavorful. The dal was excellent. Tried my companion’s chicken tikka (boneless white meat) and found it perfectly tender and flavorful.
Extremely varied menu and well organized. I regret that I don’t live in the...read full review
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4:30 - 9:30PM 11AM - 2:30PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30 - 9:30PM 11AM - 2:30PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 2:30PM 4:30 - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 2:30PM 4:30 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 4:30 - 10PM 11AM - 2:30PM |
| Sunday | 12 - 9PM |
Viva India offers a delightful dining experience with great, fresh, and flavorful food. Popular dishes include chicken tikka mughlai, chicken saag, lamb bhuna, and aloo bhindi. The restaurant accommodates specific requests, such as a custom okra and potato dish, and offers halal options for beef and lamb. The staff is welcoming and friendly, creating a relaxed atmosphere that appeals to many diners. Customers often praise the large portions, especially for dishes like butter chicken, naan, rotis, and rice, which is sometimes complimentary. The onion sweet chutney is highly recommended and considered mouth-licking. Many visitors find the food to be more than enough for two people and enjoy the authentic Indian flavors. The restaurant is seen as a hidden gem and a staple in the neighborhood, with exceptional service that encourages repeat visits. Whether for dine-in or carry-out, Viva India remains a favorite for delicious, tasty food served with care. Customers describe the restaurant as a great place with reasonable prices and quick service, offering a variety of spice levels to suit different preferences. The bhatura, a popular Indian dish, is praised for its softness and flakiness.