Excellent food and service. They helped give great order reccommendations and the food (tikka masala, garlic naan) was so good.

This is my go-to place to eat. I get takeout around once a week. They are always friendly and the food never disappoints! If you get a chance, they have a buffet on Fridays and special days which is awesome. read more

$21 lunch buffet shouldn't really be rated as a one $ sign on Yelp. Food was okay, kind of bland. read more

The Indian Bistro on Ohio Pike near I-275 is a small, laid back casual restaurant run by some very pleasant people. We stopped in on a Saturday afternoon for their lunch buffet and found the restaurant very clean and bright inside. (So, my dear readers, just ignore the review below that will tell you otherwise.) This was a very nice dining experience. The buffet had a lot of Indian food options and our group probably sampled most of them. Virtually every type of food offered was top drawer....delicious. I would argue that the naan was the only item I experienced that was not excellent but merely fairly good. Everyone in our party left feeling full and well pleased. Rate our dining experience this afternoon around Four and a Quarter Stars...meaning very good. Loved it. read more

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I never realized there were so many Indian restaurants in and nearby Anderson Township until I moved closer to the area. And thus far, I've had great experiences at each one. This particular one is definitely no exception. My boss and I decided to try this place out of lunch on a Thursday. The place itself definitely isn't huge but has plenty of seating. The owners, an older couple, are very polite and soft-spoken. Their menu is full of what you'd expect from an Indian restaurant but has a few items with a twist. One of which we tried on a whim. It was the special vegetable samosa. We ordered that along with some keema samosas. The keema samosas were packed with spicy beef goodness and went great with the accompanying sauces (especially the red one). The special vegetable samosa was unique, like a smashed vegetable samosa, loaded with chicken peas. It was very tasty too. After that, we ordered the chili chicken and chicken vindaloo along with some garlic naan. Their spice level is 0-4, so we did both dishes at a 2. We hardly waited long at all until both were ready. Everything was excellent, especially the chili chicken. The veggies were cooked just right so they kept a nice crisp crunch. Overall, I'd say we were both impressed. It's hard to pass up good Indian food and this place definitely makes it good. Now I just need to decide which one here is my favorite. I may have to bring my lady here to help me decide. read more

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We had a large party of 19 people for a graduation party. We called a week ahead to let them know we were coming and we couldn't have been happier. The staff was amazing as usual the food was beyond. Incredible! There are no words for how accommodating and friendly everyone was. I'm so glad we chose Indian bistro for our family get together. As usual we will be coming back. This is one of our absolute favorite places and our favorite favorite favorite place to get Indian food. read more

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P.s. They had a Thanksgiving Day Buffet which was mind blowing. Not only was it double in size, but they incorporated various desserts into it and integrated turkey into a few traditional dishes. Service is always top notch! read more

I'm honestly not an Indian cuisine expert because I literally order the same two things which are the chicken tikka masala and garlic naan. These two items are just my favorite and I can't help but order the same stuff haha Anywho, I was craving chicken tikka masala and found this establishment because it was literally only four miles away. It also had pretty good ratings, so why not give it a go. We came here on a Friday night and it was fairly busy. Even though our food took forever to come out (looks like a small family business) - the food was worth the wait. The chicken tikka masala was really good and the garlic naan was so delicious. Love eating the leftovers the next day as well, so good! read more

Indian Bistro - Chicken Tikka masala - Indian Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

my wife and I had the lunch buffet, and the food was some of the best Indian food I've ever had. The service was top-notch! And they had fountain drinks, something you don't always see in some restaurants. I highly recommend! read more

Thursday night, dinner time Quick service in a full restaurant Food was packed with flavor and spice Chicken Tikka and Mushroom Mater Garlic and Chef's naan We would be back for all of that again, but there are so many more things to try It's important to note there was a substantial take out business too Excited to return read more

Ordered takeout yesterday from this place for the first time. Delicious food and great service. We got the chicken tikka masala, chili chicken and garlic naan The chicken tikka masala was perfection. The chili chicken was a bit oily for my taste, but it is a stir-fried dish so I should've expected it. The garlic naan was chewy perfection. Mounds of perfectly cooked cumin rice came with the entrees. We will be back. Support your local mall businesses during this pandemic! read more

Indian Bistro - Garlic naan, chili chicken, chicken rolls masala - Indian Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I feel obligated to make an update for my review, because it's been over two years since my wife and I first found this gem of a restaurant. It is our Number One favorite restaurant in the Cincinnati area. Throughout the pandemic, we've probably ordered takeout/delivery from Indian Bistro at least once every two months. Probably eaten from here ten to fifteen times in that span. We've never been dissatisfied, always received hot, delicious, and large portions of rice, naan, and whatever dish we ordered. During our first visit I ordered their lamb korma, and I have had no reason to order anything else. It's one of the best things I've ever tasted and I don't think I'll ever get tired of it. My wife tried a few different dishes before settling in to her favorite, the Aloo Choley, but we both have our regular orders now. I've also tried the Chicken Tikka Masala when my sister ordered it once, and it is also delicious. Just had to update that this is our favorite restaurant in the area and we want as many people to know about them as possible, so they'll stay in business! read more

This place is the best! The owner and staff are amazing. We like to go on days they have the buffet so we can get a little bit of everything. The food is so fresh and they come up with creative dishes. Definitely the best Indian food we have had in Cincinnati. read more

5* food, 3* atmosphere, 4*experience! My wife and came out looking for some great Indian Food and the yelp reviews have this one rated pretty high. I will agree with my yelping allies, the food is hands down amazing and very affordable. We ordered chicken tiki masala at a medium (#2) spice level; it had just enough heat that your mouth tingled but did not take away from enjoying the meal. Also, the garlic nan was fantastic! We could have gotten away with one order and shared but we doubled it just for the left overs. The down side to the restaurant is that the decor is awful and pretty bland to look at. The place was clean but the menus were pretty filthy and could use a good wipe down. Overall, I would be able to endure the looks of this place just for the food! My wife and I will certainly be back and my hopes are that maybe the owners will update the place a bit. Regardless, genuinely happy with our meal and can't wait to try more on the menu. Might have to go on a buffet day! read more

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Recently moved to the area and we have located our new spot with this one! Service was super friendly and the food was authentic, fresh, and delicious! We got take out and it did not disappoint. We highly recommend and will be back for sure! read more

Rich, warm chicken tikka masala at Indian Bistro was the perfect choice in this freezing weather Friday night. It may have been 25 degrees outside but my husband's forehead was beading sweat while eating his spicy level 4, just the way he likes it (I don't get it!!). I was not expecting to be wow-ed by this one because I already have some favorite spots for Indian, but wow-ed I was. The chicken tikka masala was among the best I've ever had and the garlic nan and aloo nan hit the spot! The staff could not have been friendlier and accommodating. Also, they have awesome coupons on their website so check that out before you go. read more

Indian Bistro - a plate of food and a bowl of soup - Indian Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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We've been to this restaurant before, as we both love Indian food. However, the times we'd been there prior was when they had a buffet. Yesterday, we drove there for lunch. No small feat, as we live in Kentucky, a good hour drive away. But, we both love Indian, and there are no restaurants like that nearer to us. We arrived, went inside, and were. . .very disappointed. We noted no buffet, and we were expecting one. Actually, the main reason for coming. We were told there was no buffet, and when we asked if there would be one in the future, we were told no. Now, I am no expert, but for me, having Indian food on a buffet with the ability to sample and enjoy the many different sauces, salads, and dishes, is what eating Indian food is all about. Sure, you can order one item off the menu, but it will be expensive, and you will miss sampling all the other good dishes. I am sure the food is still good, but it was the buffet experience we were looking for. We left and went somewhere else. Personally, I don't see how they can survive without the buffet. The times we were there for the buffet, the place was pretty full. This time, there were two people. If anyone from this restaurant is reading this, bring back the buffet. That was your main strong point. The covid scare is over. . .you need to start acting like it. You bring back the buffet, and we'll be one of your first, and regular, customers! read more

Very enjoyable food great service and dine In area very clean. Be careful with the spice levels they can make it spicy! We go here quite often. read more

Absolutely my fav Indian anywhere in the country! Love everything- good, owners, food, ambiance, music, food!!! Just everything!! Never disappointed! read more

Best Indian food I have had in a long time! Can't wait for them to be able to open up their buffet again! Owners are wonderful and well as their staff. Never have had a bad meal here. Very accommodating to your needs! read more

Love the place, love the food but especially love the servers. Really nice and really helpful.

The best chicken tikka masala I've ever had, and I've had a lot!!! Everything is great, good prices, and the owners are super nice!!! Support local and try this amazing little gem in the outskirts of Cincinnati read more

Best Indian on east side of Cincinnati. Also, battles with Osaka for best restaurant on Beechmont - with a giant gap between those two and anything else. Indian Bistro is a gem. Bring back the buffet! Please Pretty please read more

When I began dating my significant other, he and his family raved about Indian Bistro. A few months later, they treated me to a meal, and I fell in love. Although my significant other and I have moved nearly 40 minutes away from the area, whenever we are nearby, we put in a take-out order to enjoy at a park for lunch or in the car. I've tried a couple of vegetarian dishes here and have never been disappointed. My current favorite is Paneer Chili with naan-- a wonderfully spicy and sweet flavor combination that I cannot get enough of. If you're ever nearby, I cannot recommend Indian Bistro enough. read more

Well, this was the first time I've ever had Indian food. My wife found this place and we brought our son. The restaurant is in a strip mall and it is clean and inviting. The service was amazing and the food was outstanding!! Nice and spicy just how I like it. We had an appetizer which was delish and the chutneys were full of flavor. The server was super informative especially since this was my first time. We tried the butter chicken, the tikka masala (levels 2 and 3), and chili chicken and garlic,onion and cheese naan . This food is amazing we will definitely be going back again. read more

I am newly back to the area and was looking for good Indian food. Friendly people! Wonderful food! Inside is very clean. read more

Indian Bistro offer authentic Indian food. Diners may enjoy their food ordered off menu, during their lunch buffer, or three nights a week from their dinner buffet. That's right. Indian Bistro is one of the few Indian restaurants offering a dinner buffet. We got there as they opened. Everything on the buffet was hot and either looked fresh, or was sufficiently stewed. Nanna was fresh. Flavors were balanced. I enjoyed the variety offered. Several vegetarian options with protien from either chickpeas or tofu were available. I did not feel that anything was too spicy. The spiciest dish I tried was the fish. It had a slow burn. My youngest did not have much on his plate. They noticed, and brought a plate of chicken not offered on the buffet for him. It was a kind and appreciated gestures. Several people were picking up to-go orders. One order was even being picked up Doordash. read more

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my husband and i love indian food so we decided to give this place a try. never again the service was terrible. the wall where we sat was so so dirty and the place reeked of pee. will never eat here again. read more

This Indian restaurant is located in a nondescript strip mall just outside the 275 loop on Ohio Pike. My daughter and I happened to be in the neighborhood and she was begging for Indian food. Siri told us the nearest door. Thank you Siri!!! My husband and I have been going to Ambar India in Clifton (which we have always loved) BUT this little restaurant has completely won me over! The food tasted incredibly fresh. The chicken in the curry dish was moist and tender. The potatoes in the saag I ordered were some of the most delicious potatoes I've ever had! I couldn't believe how delicious everything was. Oh- the garlic naan, also perfect. The restaurant itself is very small and simple. But, let me tell you, SO CLEAN. And the owner was really just the sweetest. There is no lunch buffet. My daughter and I ordered 2 entrees and naan. We are really good eaters and filled up, and still had plenty to take home to my husband who was also impressed. I didn't bring my phone in with me, as I really wasn't expecting anything great, so I have no photos. There is a nice photo on their Facebook page. It's rare I wish I was an "influencer". Today I wish I was so that this family would have the hugely successful business they deserve. read more

I've been a patron of Indian Bistro for over 15 years. I always try other Indian restaurants when out of town and in the past all of them around this city. I've discovered how fortunatei am to have the best Indian restaurant w/ the most amazing food ever hads down so close to home. The food, atmosphere, and hospitality are like none other. read more

Indian Bistro - Mouthwatering - Indian Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Excellently prepared vegan-style Nova R Korma with coconut cream. Medium spice. Perfect taste and texture. Friendly, warm, efficient service. Lovely dining at a good price for the quality of food. read more

I tried carryout from here for the first time last night after a coworker told me how amazing the food is. Don't be fooled by the unassuming exterior in a semi deserted plaza. The saag paneer was creamy and spinachy and amazing. The chef's naan contained the perfect amount of onions, potatoes, and garlic. I fed some to the toddler and she gobbled it up. I can't wait to eat the leftovers for dinner tonight, and definitely plan to return here in the future and try other dishes. Highly recommend! read more

If I had to pick one word to describe the food at Indian Bistro, it would be mouthwatering. My husband and I (as you will see in his review below mine) really enjoy Indian food. We are huge fans of trying different cuisines. I often feel like non-American cuisines are a lot better because they really know how to utilize spices in their food. That being said, one Friday night a few months back I suggested we go out to eat. I'd had a long day at work and didn't feel like cooking. As one of the few non-chains in the Batavia area, The Indian Bistro had caught both my husband and I's eyes, so we went. I ordered the Lamb Choley and my husband got the Lamb Korma. They brought out chips with three different dipping sauces. I'm not entirely sure what any of the sauces were, but I loved them all. As my husband said in his review, our food came out pretty quickly, which was impressive considering the fact the restaurant had started to fill up. I've been to places where it's been dead and it still takes forever for the food to come out. My dish came with rice, lamb, and a lot of chickpeas. I absolutely love chickpeas, so it seemed like a perfect dish for me. I thought it was good, but I wasn't super blown away. I got a 1 for the spice level, so it could have been that. I'm willing to admit I'm a wimp when it comes to spicy food. Our waitress asked me if I'd had the dish before because typically it's something they cook at home. I loved learning this. I always find it cool when staff at a restaurant share things like that with me. I tried a few bites of my husband's food, and that was when I decided this place was incredible. It was just *so* damn good! Since we both liked our food so much, we ended up ordering from them again a few weeks ago when everything started to go on lockdown due to COVID-19. My husband again ordered the Lamb Korma, and this time I opted for the Seafood Bhuna with shrimp. I liked it better than the last dish I ordered - it had so much amazing flavor in it. I have a feeling we will become regular customers here. read more

We just moved to the area and been looking for 'go-to' favorites for a variety of flavor options. Tonight I think we found our order-out Indian restaurant. This interior of the restaurant is nothing to write about, so I won't. It's the food that's important. We ordered lamb vindaloo with a door-dash delivery. (We'll complain about door dash another day. ) The order had an error and they were quick to offer to make it right. Sure I had to drive out, but I'm glad I did. They offered two new lamb vindaloo servings, Nd we opted for adding spice. They work on a 4 heat scale, my wife went for 2, and I tried 3. The heat was nice, might tempt fate with 4 next time. The lamb was tender and properly cooked. Rice was ok, it's rice and not the hero of the meal. The yogurt added the right level of toung rescue without totally negating the spices. We'll definitely order again! read more

Finally tried this hidden gem. Garlic naan was perfect with the sauces. Tandaloo and tikki masala with the spice level was so yummy. Can't wait to try more. Be ready for an hour wait for carry out. Popular place read more

Stopped by for a quick lunch. $8.99 for the buffet is a good price, just wish they had more options. Food was good but not. Great. Decent option if you are in a hurry but need something to eat but nothing special. Not sure why there are so many 5 star reviews, I just didn't see it. read more

Amazing Indian food on east side of Cincinnati. Had chicken tikka masala and chili chicken.

Great food! I'd say the best in town! Highly recommend! Freshly prepared food. Quick service!

This Indian restaurant is my favorite in Cincinnati but (sadly) since Covid 19 they closed down their buffet They also no longer are open for lunch. I think they should reopen both. read more

Always amazing service amazing people great flavor profile in food, one of the only Indian restaurants that will make a vegan dish with coconut milk instead of oil. LOVE!! read more