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BABA India

3120 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209 (Oakley)
(513) 321-1600
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Ranked #138 of 1,217 restaurants in Cincinnati
Cuisines: Indian
Dining options: Buffet
Neighborhood: Oakley
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Dining options: Buffet
Neighborhood: Oakley
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2012 via mobile

I recommend the lamb curry or saag (spinach) @ about a 4 or 5 spice level. The menu is the same as most bland Indian restaurants that leave me wanting more to desire, bit this place does not disappoint, the spice and flavor here is outstanding. Love the family run business!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2012

I don't know what it is. Or, well... I know exactly what it is. Those spices. From the time I first tasted a sprinkle of crushed red pepper on a pizza slice as a child, I knew... I desired - no - I NEEDED that spice. It made me feel whole. It brought a whole new mixture of pain and... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 12, 2012 via mobile

Some of the workers tend to be cold. The food is good, but slightly pricier than most, in my opinion.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2012 via mobile

I've been to Baba India many times, and enjoy it very much. The chicken tikka comes on a sizzling plate and I think it is clearly better than you can find elsewhere. The red chutney is nice with several dishes, and packs a serious punch (which I like). The portions are very generous, and the service is usually top notch.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 24, 2012

The food is always excellent and well prepared at this restaurant. Service is excellent. They have a well-stocked buffet most lunch days and on the weekend. Lot's of vegetarian options. My favorite Indian restaurant in Cincinnati.

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See 24 more reviews by bltms for Cincinnati
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 13, 2012

Highly recommend the saag panner and paneer makhani.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 19, 2011

I'm a big fan of Baba! There are several Indian buffets around this area but I think Baba is one of the best. The food is always hot and fresh and there is a good selection. The chicken just melts in your mouth! I think the lunch buffet is a tad pricey but that's about the only complaint.

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See 2 more reviews by loveshak22 for Cincinnati
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011

Out of all Indian restaurants in Cincinnati, this one has to be the best! When you pull up to the parking lot (with ample spaces), you'll see something akin to a refurbished diner, but it appears much nicer inside. They've also recently added a larger outdoor patio space, if you want to eat outside. The food is always great, and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2010

My wife and I have eaten here a few times and it has been delicious each time. The lunch buffet is good, as well as the ordered dishes for dinner. The prices are very reasonable, and we would highly recommend.

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See 8 more reviews by _0mkq0_ for Cincinnati
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 8, 2010

We came for the lunch buffet which I guess changes daily. We really enjoyed the food. The flavor was good and not as spicey as normal indian. The service was ok, typical for a buffet. I can see why a lot of people really like this place. Dont be fooled by the diner-like appearance. If i lived in the area... More

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