Castle View Indian Cuisine
Cozy, award-winning Indian eatery nestled by Lincoln Castle, serving traditional and innovative dishes with excellent service.
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Castle View Indian Cuisine
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Cozy, award-winning Indian eatery nestled by Lincoln Castle, serving traditional and innovative dishes with excellent service.
"It’s the best Indian meal I’ve ever had!"
Book Ahead
This small, popular restaurant fills up quickly; booking a table in advance is highly recommended.
Steep Steps
Be prepared for a narrow and steep flight of steps to reach the dining area.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Indian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1522 523040
Address
11 Union Rd, Lincoln, LN1 3BJ, United Kingdom
Website
castleviewindian.co.uk/Highlights
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Authentic Indian Cuisine
Experience perfectly spiced traditional Indian dishes with a wide array of vegan options.
Prime Location Next to Lincoln Castle
Dine with a scenic view in historic Lincoln, just a stone's throw from the majestic castle.
Cozy Atmosphere and Attentive Service
Enjoy a relaxing and warm dining experience with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff.
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Book Ahead
This small, popular restaurant fills up quickly; booking a table in advance is highly recommended.
Steep Steps
Be prepared for a narrow and steep flight of steps to reach the dining area.
Spice Level
Request spicier curry sauces if you prefer more heat; they can accommodate custom spice levels.
Generous Portions
The portion sizes are generous, offering great value for money at reasonable prices.
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Book Ahead
This small, popular restaurant fills up quickly; booking a table in advance is highly recommended.
Steep Steps
Be prepared for a narrow and steep flight of steps to reach the dining area.
Spice Level
Request spicier curry sauces if you prefer more heat; they can accommodate custom spice levels.
Generous Portions
The portion sizes are generous, offering great value for money at reasonable prices.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Castle View Indian Cuisine is highly praised for its authentic and delicious Indian food, with many reviews highlighting perfectly spiced dishes and generous portions. Diners also rave about the attentive and friendly service, as well as the cozy atmosphere. While the restaurant is popular and can get busy, the overall dining experience is consistently rated as excellent, with many guests eager to return. Some mention the challenging access due to steep stairs, but this is often overshadowed by the positive culinary experience.
"Went on a Tues night had to book a table . Upstairs was packed out at 8pm . Was noisy from other diners air con wasn't on so was very warm inside even though it was 10deg outside. Ordered the chicken tandoori (was on a hotplate ) really nice. And then a chicken madras chips an plain naan. Again was really tasty . Food was hot . Madras had a kick to it rice was light n fluffy. Food very good"
steve grant
"My friend & I Annette, came here on a Friday evening. The staff are very friendly & helpful. The atmosphere is relaxing & calm. The food is absolutely amazing 🤩!!! We highly recommend! I enjoyed the Tandoori chicken on the bone (lots of delicious flavours!) and I chose the coconut 🥥 rice 🍚 which was really tasty too! We were very happy overall, & will definitely return! A big thank you to all the staff xx"
Wendy Smith
"Brilliant Indian restaurant in great location. Food was amazing and service especially attentive. Small first floor restaurant with takeaway on ground floor. Booking recommended to avoid disappointment. Will go again."
Gary Fielder
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is highly recommended to book a table in advance, especially for weekend evenings, as the restaurant is small and very popular.
The dining area is located on the first floor and requires climbing a narrow flight of steep steps, which may be a challenge for some.
Yes, the restaurant has a wide range of vegan dishes and can adapt most meat curries to be vegetarian or vegan upon request.
Absolutely! You can request spicier curry sauces to add extra flavor and heat to your meal.
Diners describe the atmosphere as cozy, relaxing, and warm, perfect for a comfortable dining experience.
Yes, customers often note that the portion sizes are generous, offering excellent value for money.
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Castle View Indian is an authentic Indian restaurant based at the heart of historic Lincoln. As soon as we moved to Lincoln, we asked for recommendations for the best Indian and Castle View came up repeatedly - not bad for a restaurant that only opened three years ago in 2016!. Nestled in the shadow of the Castle (so a lovely historic part of the city) it serves a variety of dishes ranging from traditional dishes to more experimental ones.
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Castle View Indian Cuisine on Union Road serves up plenty of some moreish Indian cuisine for you to sink your teeth into. This particular cuisine restaurant and takeaway only opened in 2016, but has quickly established itself as one of the most popular eating spots in Lincoln. Their menu is absolutely brimming with scrumptious options, you’re pretty much spoilt for choice whatever your food preferences!
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It's been years since my sister and I last visited Tiago Rodizio Bar and Grill, but the memories still linger like a faint echo in the back of my mind. We had come here all those months ago, seeking respite from our mundane diets and hoping to indulge in something truly delicious. Little did we know that our experience would be far from what we'd hoped for.
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Castle View Indian Cuisine is certainly a massive favourite for Indian food lovers - but did you know they also offer a large range of vegan dishes?. Using different ingredients, the restaurant is able to adapt most of its meat dishes to suit both vegetarian and vegan customers. One TripAdvisor review reads: "Always warm and welcoming service!
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Located just outside the walls of Lincoln Castle, Castle View ranks top of the list. Their menu includes all of the classics exquisitely prepared – Biryanis, Tandoori Specials or the more obscure Ghandi special. It has some great reviews on Tripadvisor including Paul from Blackrod who says “it’s the best Indian meal he’s ever had!
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Situated in the shadow of the Castle, this award-winning Indian restaurant offers traditional and freshly made vegetarian dishes. The menu offers an extensive array of meat-free dishes. Also, all of the traditional meat curries can be made with vegetables upon request.
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Castle View is an authentic Indian cuisine restaurant and takeaway and is located in the shadow of the Lincoln Castle walls. This was another clear favourite with more than 100 readers giving it their vote. It’s open Monday to Sunday 5pm to 11pm.
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An excellent Indian restaurant located next to Lincoln Castle’s west gate. With attentive staff and delicious food, this popular restaurant is well worth a visit.
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