Great priced lunch. Taste was excellent. Mango lassie not to sweet, just perfect. Nan fresh made, we can just recommend it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brittany Ledger
Great place probably one of the best meals I’ve had so far this year, prices are reasonable and the service was so quick. I went on a Friday night and within 30 mins I ordered, had my food, and paid- you can’t beat speed like that. I had the butter chicken and the sauce was very thick- I ordered not spicy and I think I’ll be able to take my family members here that are sensitive to spice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Allen Miller
My new favorite restaurant.
A suggestion to the management - two times I have eaten at your restaurant - both times seated in the room that didn't have the bar. Your floor to ceiling windows on the Erie side of the room are nice but when I am seated with my facing the window the outside light is bright and it is difficult to see the face of the person across the table from me. They appear as a silhouette. It would be nice if you had some shade that could filter some of the outside light.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dhanya Tadipatri
Great spot to get delicious Indian food at an affordable price! The bhatura was really soft and flaky and with 6 spice levels you can certainly get the spiciness that's just right for you. I'd highly recommend checking out this new restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
K C
Viva delicious food! Very nice food and service, enjoyed this late night dining experience. Everyone was very kind and food was terrific. Will be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Johnson
This is my new favorite Indian restaurant in Cincy. The food is great and free Naan. The staff is very attentive and courteous. The dinner has a newer and very clean. There is also parking on the side.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Turner
First time eating at Viva India. Both my wife and I enjoyed our meal. Very flavorful!! Can’t wait to try more dishes. 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sam Clark
This was some of our favorite naan we have had in a long time, the chicken dishes were both good , and the rice was okay. Together is was a good meal and tasted good. Service, pricing, and portions were also great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tikka Masala, Chicken Tikka
Michael Vogel
Amazing staple in the neighborhood with exemplary service. For the price, you can’t beat this Indian restaurant in our neck of the woods. My wife and I love this place and frequent it at least once a week. Don’t sleep on this place!
We went for dinner.. Service was great, very friendly. Food was delicious.😋
V M
Pleasant service and nice food.
richard horvitz
We had delivery. Food was mostly good but there was meat in the veggie samosa , which is horrible on their part. Very disappointed.
Smita Patil
Visited today here...It was unplanned visit.. google searched near by ault park indian famous restaurant..got this hiden gem.Tasty food..big portion we ordered butter chicken,naan, rotis, rice was complimentary with it.The onion sweet chutney tried for first time it was mouth licking.The food was more than enough for 2 people..Staff is welcoming...love to visit again to try more dishes...one time is not enough...walked 5000 steps coming after home...tummy is too full..Being an Indian feels good Indian restaurant are serving awesome tasty 😋 food..will never missed indian food here.Thanks to owner🙏Keep serving awesome tasty food..
Jojhan German
Great Flavors, Disappointing Portions, and Unwelcoming Service
I visited this Indian restaurant on a Tuesday evening with my girlfriend. The space is well-designed, offering plenty of seating inside as well as a patio for outdoor dining. The ambiance is clean, minimalistic, and thoughtfully decorated to reflect the culture of India, creating an inviting atmosphere.
One standout feature of this restaurant is its bar. Unlike many Indian restaurants in the area, they offer a sizable bar with a wide variety of liquor options, making it a unique spot for those who enjoy pairing their meal with a cocktail or spirit.
For our meal, we started with the meat samosas, which come in a portion of two and are served with their three staple sauces. The samosas were crispy, warm, and full of flavor, and the sauces complemented them well with the right balance of spice and tang. A great appetizer to set the tone for the meal.
Unfortunately, our main entrée, the combo Tikka Masala, was where the experience fell short. The sauce itself was vibrant and flavorful, though I would have preferred more heat, even after ordering a spice level of 3 out of 6. We ordered the wheat rothi naan as well. The real disappointment came with the protein portions—just two small pieces of chicken and one piece of lamb. Given that the combo option comes with an upcharge, I expected a more generous serving of meat, but instead, it felt like we were paying extra for less.
The service also left a lot to be desired. Toward the end of our meal, my water was taken away and never returned, and the server began cleaning our table while we were still seated, making us feel rushed. To make matters worse, they turned off the lights in one section of the dining room—despite the fact that there was still an hour left before closing. It gave off the impression that they were eager to clear out customers early, which is not the kind of hospitality I expect. If they plan to shut down early when business is slow, they should be upfront about their hours instead of making guests feel unwelcome.
Overall, I would recommend the food for its quality and flavor, but the small portion sizes and unwelcoming service left a bad impression. If I return, it will be much earlier in the evening to avoid feeling rushed—but given the lack of hospitality, I may explore other options instead.
Great priced lunch. Taste was excellent. Mango lassie not to sweet, just perfect. Nan fresh made, we can just recommend it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place probably one of the best meals I’ve had so far this year, prices are reasonable and the service was so quick. I went on a Friday night and within 30 mins I ordered, had my food, and paid- you can’t beat speed like that. I had the butter chicken and the sauce was very thick- I ordered not spicy and I think I’ll be able to take my family members here that are sensitive to spice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My new favorite restaurant.
A suggestion to the management - two times I have eaten at your restaurant - both times seated in the room that didn't have the bar. Your floor to ceiling windows on the Erie side of the room are nice but when I am seated with my facing the window the outside light is bright and it is difficult to see the face of the person across the table from me. They appear as a silhouette. It would be nice if you had some shade that could filter some of the outside light.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great spot to get delicious Indian food at an affordable price! The bhatura was really soft and flaky and with 6 spice levels you can certainly get the spiciness that's just right for you. I'd highly recommend checking out this new restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Viva delicious food! Very nice food and service, enjoyed this late night dining experience. Everyone was very kind and food was terrific. Will be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is my new favorite Indian restaurant in Cincy. The food is great and free Naan. The staff is very attentive and courteous. The dinner has a newer and very clean. There is also parking on the side.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time eating at Viva India. Both my wife and I enjoyed our meal. Very flavorful!! Can’t wait to try more dishes. 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was some of our favorite naan we have had in a long time, the chicken dishes were both good , and the rice was okay. Together is was a good meal and tasted good. Service, pricing, and portions were also great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tikka Masala, Chicken Tikka
Amazing staple in the neighborhood with exemplary service. For the price, you can’t beat this Indian restaurant in our neck of the woods. My wife and I love this place and frequent it at least once a week. Don’t sleep on this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simply the best
Restaurantji Recommends
We went for dinner.. Service was great, very friendly. Food was delicious.😋
Pleasant service and nice food.
We had delivery. Food was mostly good but there was meat in the veggie samosa , which is horrible on their part. Very disappointed.
Visited today here...It was unplanned visit.. google searched near by ault park indian famous restaurant..got this hiden gem.Tasty food..big portion we ordered butter chicken,naan, rotis, rice was complimentary with it.The onion sweet chutney tried for first time it was mouth licking.The food was more than enough for 2 people..Staff is welcoming...love to visit again to try more dishes...one time is not enough...walked 5000 steps coming after home...tummy is too full..Being an Indian feels good Indian restaurant are serving awesome tasty 😋 food..will never missed indian food here.Thanks to owner🙏Keep serving awesome tasty food..
Great Flavors, Disappointing Portions, and Unwelcoming Service
I visited this Indian restaurant on a Tuesday evening with my girlfriend. The space is well-designed, offering plenty of seating inside as well as a patio for outdoor dining. The ambiance is clean, minimalistic, and thoughtfully decorated to reflect the culture of India, creating an inviting atmosphere.
One standout feature of this restaurant is its bar. Unlike many Indian restaurants in the area, they offer a sizable bar with a wide variety of liquor options, making it a unique spot for those who enjoy pairing their meal with a cocktail or spirit.
For our meal, we started with the meat samosas, which come in a portion of two and are served with their three staple sauces. The samosas were crispy, warm, and full of flavor, and the sauces complemented them well with the right balance of spice and tang. A great appetizer to set the tone for the meal.
Unfortunately, our main entrée, the combo Tikka Masala, was where the experience fell short. The sauce itself was vibrant and flavorful, though I would have preferred more heat, even after ordering a spice level of 3 out of 6. We ordered the wheat rothi naan as well. The real disappointment came with the protein portions—just two small pieces of chicken and one piece of lamb. Given that the combo option comes with an upcharge, I expected a more generous serving of meat, but instead, it felt like we were paying extra for less.
The service also left a lot to be desired. Toward the end of our meal, my water was taken away and never returned, and the server began cleaning our table while we were still seated, making us feel rushed. To make matters worse, they turned off the lights in one section of the dining room—despite the fact that there was still an hour left before closing. It gave off the impression that they were eager to clear out customers early, which is not the kind of hospitality I expect. If they plan to shut down early when business is slow, they should be upfront about their hours instead of making guests feel unwelcome.
Overall, I would recommend the food for its quality and flavor, but the small portion sizes and unwelcoming service left a bad impression. If I return, it will be much earlier in the evening to avoid feeling rushed—but given the lack of hospitality, I may explore other options instead.
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