Chola cafe

First note, orders are placed at the counter so check the menu out ahead of time. Food is flavorful and rice is cook perfect. Portions are as you would expect from an Indian Restaurant.

Chola Cafe offers a casual dining experience, especially for those craving South Indian cuisine. Their menu features a great variety of traditional dishes, including dosas, idlis, vadas, and flavorful curries. The food is prepared with authentic spices and delivers rich, comforting flavors. The presentation is neat, and portion sizes are satisfying for the price. Highlight were Dosa combo platter, biryani and their filter coffee served in kullad aka traditional stoneware cups. The ambiance of Chola Cafe is casual and inviting, perfect for a quick meal or a more relaxed dining experience. The staff is friendly and attentive, although service can sometimes be a little slow during busy times. The restaurant maintains a clean, well-kept environment, adding to the overall pleasant experience. Prices are reasonable, especially considering the quality and authenticity of the dishes.

My wife and I are huge fans of Indian cuisine, and Chola had been on our radar for a while, with her nudging me to check it out. Our expectations were high, thanks to our Indian neighbors who share their incredible homemade dishes. Walking into Chola, the vibe was distinct—lively and a bit chaotic, but in a good way. There’s no dedicated host; the staff works as a team, and you grab a menu from the counter or scan a QR code that prompts you to download the Chola app. Once seated, you’re set up with a pitcher of water, glasses, silverware, and napkins. If you’re familiar with Indian dining, the casual, hands-on eating style (my favorite part ) feels authentic. The app offers helpful dish photos, which we appreciated. The place was packed, with a steady stream of customers ordering at the counter, keeping the front staff on their toes. After browsing the menu, we settled on chicken varutha, mutton Rogan Josh, dosa, samosas, and two types of naan—garlic and green chili. Most dishes come with steamed white rice. (See attached photos for our picks.) One person said they'd be back to take our order, and noticing the “self-service” sign and the bustling atmosphere, I decided to place our order at the counter using the app to show our selections—pronouncing the dishes isn’t my forte. They were out of samosa chaat, so we got regular samosas, which we devoured. They were crispy, fresh, and paired perfectly with two sauces—one savory, one sweet (I loved mixing them). The main dishes arrived soon after. The mutton Rogan Josh was aromatic, tender, and flavorful, though I’d have liked a bit more meat. It paired beautifully with the naan. The chicken varutha had a spicy kick, especially with the peppers, and my wife and I both loved it, so I let her have the lion’s share. The garlic naan was a standout—hot, fresh, and perfect with the curries. The dosa, new to me, was a thin, crepe-like dish served with three sauces: a yogurt dip and two curry-style gravies. It was fun to tear and dip, though we saved it for after the mains due to table space. We noticed others enjoying specialty drinks, which we’ll try next time. Chola’s hustle-and-bustle vibe, reminiscent of an authentic Indian eatery, was a highlight. It’s not your typical restaurant setup, but that’s part of the charm. The food quality, paired with reasonable prices, makes Chola a winner. It’s now our go-to spot for Indian cuisine. Chola is —go try it!

Excellent taste and freshly prepared food. Even the Chai was excellent. In my opinion, prices were reasonable. This is a classic stop for us when visiting Bentonville. The tables are clean and staff is pleasant. Telugu and Tamil songs playing in the background at all times - very nostalgic vibe and a gem to have in this area

This place has a good positive vibe thanks to staff for keeping that way. Best Idly Vada and Pongal in town. I am giving a 5 star review after coming down regularly every week at least twice and as a past restaurant owner myself I can guarantee you the food served here is fresh, delicious and safe for your gut. May be you have to work on your chutneys a bit they are average. Please serve coffee in the morning and serve them in filter glass. Hope you guys maintain this consistency and move closer to the Walmart new office building and expand your space and service and keep it open longer. Future is bright for this restaurant and lot of space to grow.

Best South Indian dishes, especially the breakfast items - idly, dosa, chutney, sambar. Tastes good.felt like home. Veg biryani was delicious. Highly recommend this place. 5/9: Another visit for idly chutney sambar and tea some Togo's

I thought this place was great! Brought my date here tonight and she said out of all the Indian places we've tried she like this one the most! If my date like it, then yours would too! So bring you date here for a great food experience! I really like the flavor of the chicken masala. Oh plus you have to try the garlic Naan. It's pretty awesome!

Some of the best dosas we’ve ever had. We ordered masala dosa, paper dosa, rava dosa, paneer tikka, and paneer kadai. Our order came in really quick despite having the full house. Everything was well seasoned and cooked to perfection.