The atmosphere is spectacular. I particularly love the wallpaper! The staff from the host stand, server, and nice gentleman that opened the door as we left, were all genuinely invested in our experience. They recommend dishes, gave us suggestions for what to follow up dinner with at other shops, as they were closing when we were finished up. Our server Kai made us feel right at home and offered top notch hospitality. The food was spicy in the best way and well enjoyed. Certainly will be back. read more

Viceroy - Chicken Korma, Butter Chicken - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Viceroy is a DIAMOND of a restaurant - if you have not tried Viceroy yet, you are missing out!!! It is not even a competition - Viceroy is the best Indian restaurant I have ever been to. I traveled to Durham from Massachusetts with 5 friends. We had heard Viceroy was incredible - but they still somehow surpassed all expectations we had! Viceroy is such a popular spot, that our party of 6 was unable to get a reservation in time. Despite not having a reservation, the owner B.J. welcomed us with warmth and hospitality, kindly making every accommodation he possibly could for us. B.J. came to serve us drinks while we waited on the sidewalk and brought extra chairs for us to sit while we waited. Within 15 minutes, B.J. seated us at a high top table inside... even bringing us complimentary pani puri! The food was top tier authentic Indian food - from the lamb lollipops as an appetizer, to the entrees of murg mykanwala, chicken korma, and anjeer kofta. The craft cocktails were equally phenomenal - the tamarind daquiri and spicy papi are must tries! But, you really cannot go wrong with anything that you order from Viceroy. Everyone in our party of 6 was blown away by Viceroy. We all cannot wait to return to Viceroy soon, and already started discussing plans to travel back from Massachusetts (...trust me, it's worth it!) Thank you so much to B.J. and Viceroy for setting the bar so high for Indian food... and thank you for welcoming us with such warm hospitality! We can't wait to be back soon - Please support this incredible local business! read more

Viceroy - Cocktails - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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My friend chose this restaurant for his birthday dinner, we had a party of four. I was the only "first timer" of the group. I loved the decor/atmosphere the second I walked in the door. The host and server were both pleasant, engaging and attentive. I scoped out the menu prior to coming and as silly as it sounds I was so excited to try the garlic naan as I had very limited knowledge of the cuisine. I was a bit concerned about how spicy everything might. I had the red Thai seafood curry. It was supposed to be mild but it had some kick to it. The shrimp and mahi were good though. I also was able to have taste of the sausage roll which was decent, and also sampled the mykamwala paneer. My friends did share that the spice levels are not always consistent and I found this statement true bc the paneer was supposed to be spicy and my mild sauce was much more intense. As anticipated, I loved the garlic naan. I have to give a shout out for the sign about human trafficking in the bathroom(in both English and Spanish), sadly these are real issues that need attention in my opinion! Thanks for a great dining experience, I will be back! read more

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We had an awesome meal last month at Viceroy in Durham. We are really glad that as the years go by, more and more ethnic restaurants are opening in the Triangle and this one is definitely a gem. From the ambiance. to the service, to the meal itself, all were top notch. The decor of the restaurant has a really retro London meets Bombay in the 1950s vibe. I'm not a big connoisseur of Indian food but all of the dishes we ordered were delicious!! We will definitely return soon. read more

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We had a fantastic meal at Viceroy along with fantastic service. The portions were generous, and we enjoyed inventive cocktails that complemented the meal. We will be back! read more

Viceroy - All the meats and delicious cocktails - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

This British Indian gastropub offers delicious Tandoor items - we enjoyed the lamb lollipops, jeera wings, and london mixed grill. We ordered these again because they were delicious with tons of spices! Prices are reasonable. The entrees are ok (we had Mykanwala and Red Thai Seafood Curry). I recommend coming for drinks and nonveg Tandoor items when exploring Downtown Durham or going to a show at DPAC. read more

Horrible hot miserable experience!! I understand it's summer and it's hot outside BUT if ur air conditioning is broke you must close ur restaurant or at least give patrons a heads up And the food was less than average read more

Viceroy is a great gem on main Street in Durham. This is a do not miss as the atmosphere and food are absolutely amazing. My friend and I popped in on a Friday evening and it was packed. There was room at the bar so we decided to sit there. It was a great spot as we got to chat with the bartender, see all the drinks go out, and received attentive service. We were not super hungry so I decided to get the garlic Naan with the chutney sauces and my friend got the chickpea salad. Both were amazing! The Naan had tons of flavor and a nice hint of smokiness. The chickpea salad had a combo of flavors that were salty, savory, and sweet. I love that it had a lot of onions and it was super satisfying. I would've eaten all of it by myself, but I tried my best to remember I was sharing. I would come back for one of their curries, which are reasonably priced and smelled heavenly! So I will be back! read more

Best Indian food ever super great highly recommend Samosa chat amazing and there lamb chops are amazing

Went back to Viceroy with 2 of our kids (19 & 21) and had a wonderful time! We were greeted at the door and seated immediately. The atmosphere is cozy and the decor is beautiful and interesting. The sausage rolls were as flaky and delicious as I remembered. We also got the spicy naan with our meals, which I highly recommend. My husband got the mixed grill and it did not disappoint. Service was fantastic all around. We will definitely be back! read more

Atmosphere: Located in Downtown Durham, Viceroy offers a sleek, dark, and upscale Indian dining experience. There are a decent number of tables inside, but it can fill up quickly! We've always made a reservation beforehand. Service: The service at Viceroy has always been fantastic. We've seen the owner, who is super friendly and inviting, each time we've dined in. Food: We've tried their Chicken Korma, Chicken Vindaloo, Red Thai Seafood Curry, London Mixed Grill, Garlic Naan, and Mango Lassi. Every dish we've tried has been amazing! However, if we were to choose our favorite, it would be the Chicken Korma. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is so flavorful. We recommend ordering Naan to scoop up every drop of their amazing Korma. The Red Thai Seafood Curry is another one of our favorites. It's creamy and has a nice kick of spice that works well with the seafood! Overall: We're big fans of Viceroy! This is a great place for date nights, celebrations, or an elevated Indian experience. We will definitely come back again and again! read more

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This is the best Indian restaurant in N.C. And that's a tall order, because there are some slam dunks. But the service is savvy, the food is delectable, and the ambiance is lively and dynamic. The decor is sleek and stylish, matching speakeasy vibes with subway tile backdrops and splashes of Indian culture and art. The bar is fully stocked with tenders that can make you whatever you need the second you arrive. The menu is robust, offering a wide variety of Indian and Indian-inspired dishes, each bursting with spice and flavor. Expect to leave full. Expect to leave happy. read more

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Super busy on a Saturday night, so expect a long wait, but man is it worth it! I ordered the Murg Mykanwala (mild spice) and my husband got the Chicken Curry (medium spice). The medium was still pretty spicy, so it was hard to enjoy the taste because every bite needed water to follow up. The sauce on Murg was amazing. Our waitress was excellent as well. read more

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Enjoyed the unique options the Viceroy offered, especially their Szechuan and achica paneer. British style Indian cuisine, also has a full bar. Pleasant vibe, but a bit loud and seats are very close to each other, making the place feel less classy and less upscale. Service was quick and friendly, will come back or maybe try take out! read more

Viceroy - Lamb Korma - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Super charming local restaurant with insanely good service and food. Highly recommended for a dinner with friends, colleagues, or a date night. I dined with my boss while in town for work and absolutely loved everything about the experience. The restaurant's vibe is chic and trendy while being upscale with a comfortable, casual feel. We ordered the cauliflower appetizer (I don't remember the name, but you'll know when you see it/the staff will know if you ask for it) and it couldn't have been better. I'm a vegan so you don't have to take my word for it when I say that it had a "meaty" texture, but it was certainly far better than what you'd typically expect from a cauliflower based dish (my boss also said it was meaty and he's an omnivore). I had the Chana masala with a medium spice level for my main course, and it was perfection. The basmati rice it was served with was perfectly cooked and fluffy and paired perfectly with the dish. Oh, they have a great selections of wines as well. I went with an orange wine that was described as a bit funky. It was fabulous and paired very well with the food. Overall, I had an amazing experience at Viceroy and highly recommend it! read more

Was craving something spicy and opted for the lamb korma that came in a spicy creamy sauce. It came with a nice serving of basmati rice but I opted to get the garlic naan on top of that. The korma itself was quite spicy and super flavorful which I loved. The garlic naan was a must get and added to the flavor because of all the garlic that's actually on it! The lamb itself was super tender and broke off my fork really easily. The only thing I had a negative experience was that I was seated at the bar near the kitchen so literally every 5 seconds, someone would yell "corner!" so the other staff knew they were coming around. I understand that this is for safety but I got really annoyed having to listen to that all while enjoying my meal. Otherwise, food was really good! read more

I've heard really good reviews about this place and was excited to try it. You needed a reservation so I opted to get it to go (15% service fee added) which was much faster. I got the red Thai seafood curry and garlic naan which both were absolutely delicious. The curry was mild but was temperature hot so took a while to cool down. Overall was really good though and similar in quality and price with the other Indian restaurants nearby. The decor was very neat as well which helped add to the vibes! read more

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This was the best meal i had in Durham!!!! Perhaps even the two city area! Got the paneer curry and it was absolutely delish!!!!! The naan was a little crispy (I prefer more doughy) but I would still go back anyday!!! The service was excellent and food came out fast. The ambience was also super cute- the decor was adorable! read more

Viceroy - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

We had a nice dinner in Viceroy. We particularly liked the ambience and decoration of the restaurant. It is an elegant place where you can enjoy Indian food. The food itself was pretty good, we especially loved the butter chicken. It was kind of heavy though but that is personal preference. The only dish we didn't like was the dessert. The cake was indifferent to say the least. Overall, a nice restaurant for groups or date night. read more

Viceroy - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Best Lamb I have ever had. Tender perfectly seasoned. Great shepherd pie. Everything was wonderful. The service is as good as the food

I sat at the bar. The place was pretty lively for a weeknight. I got a cocktail with chicken curry. The curry was flavorful and creamy. It wasn't too spicy but it didn't bother me. My drink was a craft gin cocktail and paired well with the curry. The curry came with rice. Since this is Durham, they also had a big beer selection. read more

Viceroy creates a magic with its authentic flavors and classic Independence era British pub vibe. Located in the heart of downtown Durham, it has a warm and inviting ambiance and a concise menu of mouthwatering dishes that captivate you upon selection. Palak chaat was a great start with its crispy Palak pakoras and Besan flavor topped generously with chutneys & yogurt to create a delightful chaat. Jeera Wings were even more fulfilling , with plump looking and tandoori-fied cumin heavy chicken drumsticks served over a bed of roasted veggies and complimented by cool raita. From the Mains, I tried their classic Paneer Makhanwala and Smoked Daal Bukhara along with Garlic Naan. What can I say- it was so so delicious. The sweet,creamy,delicately spiced gravy went so well with the perfectly charred Garlic Naan. Finally dessert- I settled with the innovative cadbury kheer which was awesome. Real Cadbury chocolate flavor without it being too dominant. The rice however were basmati- bit odd choice for a kheer. It should have the short grain rice instead. Service is very attentive & personable. Although i feel they should provide more privacy at times. All on all- a fantastic experience. Indian verified. read more

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One of the best meals we've ever had. My wife and I came here for our anniversary and the food was absolutely phenomenal. We got Mango and Papaya salad, Momo Bhel, Garlic Naan, Hariyali Chicken, and Murg Mykanwala. Everything was melt in your mouth tender, and the flavor was out of this world. The service was truly a 10/10 and our server, Jacob was super friendly, and attentive. He made great recommendations and was a joy to talk to. The chef even came out and asked if everything was to our liking. This place is a MUST GO while in Durham! read more

Viceroy - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Good food and great service. Huge buffet for lunch and quiet ambiance. Recommend for group dine-in

We made a quick trip from Raleigh to try Viceroy on a summer Saturday night, and the experience was on the money. The quirky pub-style ambience wasn't what I was expecting for a primarily Indian restaurant, but I dug it. Great crowd full of smiling faces and people enjoying each other's company. I showed up for my 830 reservation only to learn it was actually an 8pm reservation, and I got it wrong. They worked with me and took us to a table graciously, I guess we lucked out We grabbed drinks and a few small plates to start. Gotta get at least one naan with both chutneys. Papaya salad was fresh and bright. Egg rolls were a touch expensive for what they were, but tasty nonetheless. I grabbed the lamb Kashmiri and my wife grabbed the chicken corma (I think). Both were fantastic, and were served as generous portions that were enough for leftovers. Service was great throughout, our waiter was happy to walk us through the options or help us make a decision. Food came out fast, the runner didn't stop moving all night. We'll definitely be back to Viceroy the next time we go to a show at DPAC or find ourselves in downtown Durham. read more

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Came on a Thursday night about 7pm with no reservations and got great high-top seats mid-restaurant (and the seats have backs = key to relaxing). Dinner was amazing - I had paneer mykanwala and my spouse had smoked daal bukhara. Both of us chose the mild spice level although next time we might trial moderate. The garlic naan was fabulous - no, really. I'm rarely excited by naan, but this was irresistible. Lots of vegetarian options to chose from, so we'll be back. Also really appreciated how helpful and pleasant our server was. read more

Beautiful restaurant sweeps you away too colonial India. We got a round of drinks and Fried Cauliflower. Everything was full of flavor & spice. The apprizer was delicious. My drink - Spicy Papi - didn't let me down on the spice. It was too spicy for me. The menu is marked for gluten-free and dairy-free items, but there we very few that would have been safe for me. I struggle to find safe food at Indian restaurants, so I'm unsurprised. The bar service was quick enough. read more

Viceroy - Mambi mule - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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This was a great place for date night. The ambiance is pretty cool and the food was great! Our server was very attentive and made some good recommendations. read more

This place takes reservations and has a huge parking lot behind it which makes it a great place to have dinner before viewing a show at DPAC. The prices are great and the food is fantastic. The portions might be a little small for some of us more portly Americans, but it's the right size of portion for a normal eater. Perfect size if you ask me, just enough to make you full without having to deal with leftovers. But if you're used to $15 Indian cuisine that is of lower quality but double the portion so you can take some home, then you might want to go somewhere else. I wanted something with curry so I ordered the lamb mykanwala. It was perfect and full of flavor. Girlfriend ordered the lamb korma. Hers tasted great as well, I'm glad we got two different meals because they were so different yet similar. The heat scale is pretty accurate, medium is plenty hot and might be a bit hot for some folks. I also had the Thai chili naan and it was some of the best naan I've had anywhere...you must try it! To top it off I had a spicy papi drink...it was kind of small for $14 but had a lot of alcohol and was definitely spicy. It has a cool vibe but the music is really loud, I'm becoming a bit hard of hearing from riding motorcycles so I had a hard time hearing my server speak. read more

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WOW. Okay so I think this might be my favorite Indian restaurant. I came here for dinner by myself and sat the bar. I got the butter chicken, naan, and rice. This was such a phenomenal meal and I wish it was socially acceptable to lick my plate. The sauce was creamy and perfect. The naan was cooked to perfection. I met the owner and he was such a nice person. I will be coming back to try the lamb like the owner had told me to! read more

Viceroy - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Viceroy is by far my favorite restaurant in Durham. From the food, to the ambiance, to the staff - this restaurant defines what a five star rating should be. As a vegetarian, there are plenty of food options. However, every single time I have eaten here (which is quite a lot) I have gotten the gobi sukka - it is the perfect level of spice and so savory. Additionally, the momo bhel and any curry in the menu is incredible. The drink options are innovative and tasty. I always leave Viceroy planning the next time I'll be back. read more

Viceroy - Gobi Sukka Momo Bhel - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Delicious food! I went for my Dad's birthday and was more than pleased with the quality and flavor of the food. We made a reservation for 7:30pm on a Thursday night. They charge $20 if the reservation is missed/cancelled. The chicken Hariyali was my favorite. It was fall-off-the bone and very tender. The waitress was very friendly. The price is a bit steep, about $40 per person. They automatically charge gratuity if you are a group of 5 or more. The ambiance is dark and mysterious. I would only probably come here 1 or 2 times a year due to cost , but it is a fantastic place for a special occasion. read more

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Sat solo on a Sunday stool, at the bar, plastically separated and sanitary. Being a bit of an Indian cuisine snob, I had low expectations, i.e. the usual american indian dishes with tinned sauces- flavored but lacking the aromatic complexity of fresh ground, fried, or roasted spices. But... the two dishes I had were well beyond that. A chickpea Chaat 'appetizer' with pungent onion, tomatoes, cilantro and other spices was a winner-- I wish I could reproduce this at home. The roasted eggplant entree, ground and chopped, but not as fine as, say, a baba ganoush, was excellent. It was spooned adjacent to and over some excellent rice. More food than I needed, yet no traces of eggplant were left behind. Spices set at medium to high (once assured that 'high' was an allegedly Delhi 'high' (which can mean 'bring personal fire extinguisher). A good meal, with a clean lager. Prices? On the higher side. read more

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Indian Fusion is a thing. Go here and find out. Cool scene. Cool food. I sat at the bar and had a great meal and drinks. Try the Red Curry Seafood dish with naan. read more

Viceroy - Red Curry Seafood and Rice with Plain Naan - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Everything was delicious! Chicken curry: Good flavor. Medium spicy was just right for me. Slightly waterier sauce than I expected Shepherds pie: Surprisingly flavorful! And Interesting texture Peri peri boti: Flavorful, tender. and in a sauce (so not dry at all) Mango papaya salad: good, though I would have liked it more acidic Sausage rolls: Reminded me of good empanadas! Naan: all fine; the thai pepper naan had a surprising kick read more

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The mango papaya salad and the lamb chops are the best items on the menu! Mangos aren't in season in November and it was such a refreshing treat to have such a fruity salad in the Winter. And the lamb chops, soooo delicious. Just the right amount of spices and just so tender! You must order! read more

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The Viceroy is a fine place for some delicious curries. The curries are definitely way more overpriced compared to many curry places in town. But the flavors are just soooo delicious. Every curry that I've tried, I've loved. Overall, they are a bit salty but whatever curry mix they put in each dish is magical and I will take the higher salt content for it. The garlic naan, although a bit thin and oily, are still tasty. And I am madly in love with their mango lassi. Whenever we try a non-curry item, like this Gobi Sukka, we are never left impressed. Not that it was bad, but that it want particularly good and I wouldn't order it again. Overall, come for the curries and mango lassi. Taste: 4/5 Presentation: 3.5/5 Recommend to a friend?: yes Consistent: yes Cost: $$$ Parking: street parking, so be patient. Or find a parking deck nearby and walk over. read more

Viceroy - Channa Masala Instagram: Cereus_eats - Indian Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Move on over, there's a new favorite of all time Indian food restaurant! Fried cauliflower is best ever. Pumpkin curry also best ever. Unusual appetizers , good drinks. Nice atmosphere in the British style. Great service. read more

The food was absolutely terrific. Not being really familiar with their fare our wonderful server guided us through appetizers and main dishes. Desert was equally well considered and delicious. Will return for sure. read more

I don't know why it took me so long to write a Yelp review for Viceroy since it is probably our favorite Indian restaurant in the area. On our latest visit, we stopped by on a Friday night without a reservation and managed to get two seats at the hightop tables in the bar area even though the place was packed. The smell of fresh Indian cuisine hits you the moment you enter. We enjoyed our beers, a papaya salad, garlic naan, veggie samosas, and the seafood red curry (ordered "hot" instead of "regular"). Naan and the salad came out super fast but I had to wait a while for the curry and rice. Portions were filling, service was mostly good (with multiple helpers working as a team) and food was delicious. A great downtown eatery. read more